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Dell Dimension T8243 Owner's Manual

Dell Dimension T8243 Owner's Manual (128 pages)

Dell Desktop Computer Owner's Manual

Brand: Dell | Category: Desktop | Size: 2.81 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
3
Finding Information
9
1 Setting up and Using Your Computer

13
- Setting up a Printer
  13
  - Printer Cable
    13
  - Connecting a USB Printer
    14
- Using a Media Card Reader (Optional)
  14
- Connecting a TV (Optional)
  15
  - Changing the Display Settings
    16
- Setting up a Home and Office Network
  16
  - Connecting to a Network Adapter
    16
  - Network Setup Wizard
    17
- Connecting to the Internet
  17
  - Setting up Your Internet Connection
    17
- Playing a CD or DVD
  18
  - Adjusting the Volume
    21
  - Adjusting the Picture
    21
- Copying Cds and Dvds
  21
- Power Management
  23
  - Standby Mode
    23
  - Hibernate Mode
    24
  - Power Options Properties
    24
- Hyper-Threading
  25
2 Solving Problems

27
- Troubleshooting Tips
  27
- Battery Problems
  27
- Drive Problems
  27
  - CD and DVD Drive Problems
    28
  - Hard Drive Problems
    29
- E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
  29
- Error Messages
  30
- Media Card Reader Problems
  31
- IEEE 1394 Device Problems
  31
- Keyboard Problems
  32
- Lockups and Software Problems
  32
- Memory Problems
  34
- Mouse Problems
  35
- Network Problems
  36
- Power Problems
  36
- Printer Problems
  37
- Scanner Problems
  38
- Sound and Speaker Problems
  39
  - No Sound from Speakers
    39
  - No Sound from Headphones
    40
- Video and Monitor Problems
  40
  - If the Screen Is Blank
    40
  - If the Screen Is Difficult to Read
    41
3 Troubleshooting Tools

43
- Diagnostic Lights
  43
- Dell Diagnostics
  46
  - When to Use the Dell Diagnostics
    46
  - Dell Diagnostics Main Menu
    46
- Drivers
  47
  - What Is a Driver
    47
  - Reinstalling Drivers
    48
- Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities
  49
- Restoring Your Operating System
  49
  - Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore
    49
4 Removing and Installing Parts

53
- Before You Begin
  53
- Front and Back View of the Computer
  55
  - Front View
    55
  - Back View
    57
- Removing the Computer Cover
  59
- Inside View of Your Computer
  61
- System Board Components
  62
- Memory
  63
  - DDR2 Memory Overview
    63
  - Addressing Memory with 4-GB Configurations
    64
  - Installing Memory
    64
  - Removing Memory
    66
- Cards
  66
  - PCI Express Cards
    67
- Drives
  71
- Hard Drive
  73
  - Removing a Hard Drive
    73
  - Installing a Hard Drive
    75
- CD/DVD Drive
  76
  - Removing a CD/DVD Drive
    76
  - Installing a CD/DVD Drive
    78
- Media Card Reader
  79
  - Removing a Media Card Reader
    80
  - Installing a Media Card Reader
    81
- Floppy Drive (Optional)
  83
  - Removing a Floppy Drive
    83
  - Installing a Floppy Drive
    85
- Modem
  87
  - Replacing the External Modem Connector
    88
- Battery
  89
  - Replacing the Battery
    90
- Replacing the Computer Cover
  91
5 Appendix

93
- Specifications
  93
- System Setup
  97
  - Overview
    97
  - Entering System Setup
    98
  - System Setup Options
    99
  - Boot Sequence
    102
- Clearing Forgotten Passwords
  103
- Clearing CMOS Settings
  104
- Cleaning Your Computer
  105
  - Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor
    105
  - Mouse
    105
  - Cds and Dvds
    106
- Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)
  106
  - Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals
    106
  - Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals
    107
- FCC Notices (U.S. Only)
  107
  - Class a
    107
  - Class B
    107
  - FCC Identification Information
    108
- Contacting Dell
  108
Index

125

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