The Dell Dimension retains the standard Dimension two-tone, gray color scheme. The minitower is on the large side, measuring There are two convenient USB 2. Six USB 2. You'll have to wrestle a bit with the case to open it, but once you're in, it's extremely easy to add or remove components. Unlike your standard sliding-side-door setup, the forces you to place the case on its side a large arrow on the bottom shows which way should be facing up and press a button on the top and one on the bottom to pry open the chassis, which splits open like a book.
Because they face straight up when the case is open and are tool-free like the rest of the internal components, the 's optical drives are easier to access than those of your standard PC design. An open book. Four PCI slots give you room to grow.
An Ethernet card now comes standard on Dell's mainstream desktop series, further proof that broadband is finding its way into more and more homes. Since it is integrated on the motherboard, it doesn't occupy any of the four PCI slots, leaving you more room for expansion. As processor speeds continue to rocket towards 3GHz and beyond, yesterday's performance desktops are becoming today's midrange PCs.
The Dell Dimension , which sits between Dell's budget Dimension line and its high-end line, has more power than most mainstream users will ever need. Only the most serious gamers and video editors will feel left wanting after viewing the impressive list of specs of our test system: a 2. If you fall into either of the above two groups, you'll want to consider spending the extra cash for the speedier RDRAM found in the Dimension line.
Our Dimension test system could be upgraded, however, to look eerily similar to what you would find in the line--should you feel the need to purchase the fastest machine you can. You can configure the to include Intel's current speed leader, a Pentium 4 processor running at 2.
Dell bundles its own branded monitors with its desktops, so you know they'll match the case. Our test system included the inch FP flat-panel monitor.
Housed in black casing, it provides a wonderfully sharp, bright image. Many CRT choices are available, ranging in size from 15 to 21 inches. Quick Links. Table of Contents. Previous Page. Next Page. Page 2: Abbreviations And Acronyms Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Computer Corporation is strictly forbidden. Page 4 Copying CDs Page 5 Dell Diagnostics Back View. Page 7 Replacing the Battery Dell Technical Support Policy U.
Page 8 Contents When reconnecting a network cable to your computer, first plug the cable into the network jack, and then into the network adapter.
CAUTION: Do not operate your computer with any cover s including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, and so on removed. Page When Working Inside Your Computer Before you open the computer cover, perform the following steps in the sequence indicated.
Always follow installation and service instructions closely. Do not touch the components or contacts on a card. Hold a card by its edges or by its metal mounting bracket. Hold a component such as a microprocessor chip by its edges, not by its pins. The lithium coin-cell battery is a long-life battery, and it is very possible that you will never need to replace it. However, should you need to replace it, see page Do not dispose of the battery along with household waste.
Your printer may not come with a printer cable, so if you purchase a cable separately, ensure that it is compatible with your printer. Page Connecting A Usb Printer screws 2 parallel printer cable Turn on the printer and then turn on the computer. Install the printer driver if necessary.
See the documentation that came with your printer. Page Connecting Two Monitors Connecting Two Monitors If you purchased a video card that supports dual monitors, follow the instructions in this section to connect and enable your monitors. Right-click an empty spot on the desktop and click Properties. Click the Settings tab and click Advanced. Click the nView tab, click Clone, and click OK. Enabling Extended Desktop Mode In extended desktop mode, you can drag objects from one screen to the other, effectively doubling the amount of viewable work space.
The wizard reads the collected files and settings and applies them to your new computer. When all of the settings and files have been applied, the Finished screen appears. HINT: Selecting the connection method This computer connects directly to the Internet enables the integrated firewall provided with The information in this section is based on the Roxio Easy CD Creator Basic documentation that came with your computer.
The documentation is also provided on the Dell Dimension ResourceCD, which is included with your computer. For information on accessing the system setup program, see page Turn on the computer.
If you wait too long and the Microsoft continue to wait until you see the Windows desktop. Then shut down your computer through the Start menu and try again. Press a key and move the Tell Me How mouse.
See the help file for information on standby mode. Get technical assistance from Dell. See page Page 37 See page Page Finding Help Information see page If the battery still does not work properly, contact Dell see page If the floppy drive is not listed, perform a full scan with your antivirus software to check for and remove viruses. This the lower-right corner of your screen. The line is connected to the jack on the modem. The jack has either a green label or modem does not operate a connector-shaped icon next to it.
Ensure that you hear a click when you insert while it is connected to a the telephone line connector into the modem. Click Printers and Other Hardware. Click the Applications tab. Click the program that is no longer responding. Click End Task. Page A Solid Blue Screen Appears A solid blue screen appears keystroke or a proper shutdown, press the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off.
Press the power button again to restart the computer. The chkdsk program automatically runs during the start-up process. Only " on page for a description of the hardware and software support provided by Dell. General hardware problems If the new keyboard works, the original keyboard is faulty. Page Network Problems See the wireless mouse documentation for more information. Network Problems cable is connected as shown on page No light indicates that no network communication exists.
Replace the network cable. If you need documentation for setup and troubleshooting information. The wizard reads the collected files and settings and applies them to your new computer. When all of the settings and files have been applied, the Finished screen appears. HINT: Selecting the connection method This computer connects directly to the Internet enables the integrated firewall provided with The information in this section is based on the Roxio Easy CD Creator Basic documentation that came with your computer.
The documentation is also provided on the Dell Dimension ResourceCD, which is included with your computer. For information on accessing the system setup program, see page Turn on the computer. If you wait too long and the Microsoft continue to wait until you see the Windows desktop. Then shut down your computer through the Start menu and try again.
Press a key and move the Tell Me How mouse. See the help file for information on standby mode. Get technical assistance from Dell. See page Page 37 See page Page Finding Help Information see page If the battery still does not work properly, contact Dell see page If the floppy drive is not listed, perform a full scan with your antivirus software to check for and remove viruses. This the lower-right corner of your screen. The line is connected to the jack on the modem. The jack has either a green label or modem does not operate a connector-shaped icon next to it.
Ensure that you hear a click when you insert while it is connected to a the telephone line connector into the modem. Click Printers and Other Hardware. Click the Applications tab. Click the program that is no longer responding. Click End Task. Page A Solid Blue Screen Appears A solid blue screen appears keystroke or a proper shutdown, press the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off.
Press the power button again to restart the computer. The chkdsk program automatically runs during the start-up process.
Only " on page for a description of the hardware and software support provided by Dell. General hardware problems If the new keyboard works, the original keyboard is faulty.
Page Network Problems See the wireless mouse documentation for more information. Network Problems cable is connected as shown on page No light indicates that no network communication exists.
Replace the network cable. If you need documentation for setup and troubleshooting information. See the scanner locking tab or button. Page No Sound From Headphones diagnostics. See the speaker documentation for diagnostics instructions.
No sound from headphones front-panel headphone connector, ensure that the headphone cable is securely inserted into that connector see page Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the sound is not muted. If the power light is blinking, press a key on the keyboard or move the mouse.
Page If The Screen Is Difficult To Read If the screen is difficult to read instructions on adjusting the contrast and brightness, demagnetizing degaussing the monitor, and running the monitor self-test.
Fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, and other electrical devices can cause the screen image to appear "shaky. Determine if a conflict exists by removing a card not the video card see page 90 and then restarting the computer. Advanced Troubleshooting Perform express, extended, or custom tests on one or all devices.
Page 63 ResourceCD menu. Type to start the Dell Diagnostics. Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. If multiple versions are listed, select the version appropriate for your platform.
When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to run see page Page 64 If you cannot resolve the error condition, contact Dell see page If you run a test from the Custom Test or Symptom Tree option, click the applicable tab described in the following table for more information. Page Drivers Allows you to customize the test by changing the test settings.
Close the test screen to return to the Main Menu screen. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the Main Menu screen. If you install drivers obtained from other sources, your computer might not work correctly. Click the Start button and click Control Panel. Page Using System Restore Using System Restore The Microsoft to allow you to return your computer to an earlier operating state without affecting data files if changes to the hardware, software, or other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state.
See Windows Help for information on using System Restore. The Restoration Complete screen appears after System Restore finishes collecting data, and then the computer automatically restarts. After the computer restarts, click OK. To change the restore point, you can either repeat the steps using a different restore point, or you can undo the restoration. The options can overwrite files and possibly affect programs installed on your hard drive.
Therefore, do not reinstall Windows XP unless instructed to do so by a Dell technical support representative. Page 72 HINT: The time required to complete the setup depends on the size of the hard drive and the speed of your computer.
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