Dell GX240 - OptiPlex Pentium 4 1.8GHz 512MB 40GB CD... User manual

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Dell™ OptiPlex™ Systems
Setup and Quick Reference Guide
Guide de configuration et de référence rapide
Setup- und Schnellreferenzhandbuch
Guida di installazione e consultazione rapida
Guía de instalación y de referencia rápida
Kurulum ve HızlıReferans Kılavuzu
Models DHS, DHP, and DHM

Contents
English . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Français . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Deutsch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Italiano . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Español . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Türkçe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

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Setup and Quick Reference Guide

Notes, Notices, and Cautions
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.
NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you
how to avoid the problem.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
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Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
© 2000–2001 Dell Computer Corporation. All rights reserved.
Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Computer Corporation is strictly
forbidden.
Trademarks used in this text:
Dell , OptiPlex , and the DELL logo are trademarks of Dell Computer Corporation;
Microsoft , MS-DOS , Windows NT , and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and
names or their products. Dell Computer Corporation disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names
other than its own.
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About This Guide
This document contains solving problems and safety and regulatory
information about your Dell™ OptiPlex™ computer.
To obtain the latest versions of the documents on your hard drive, go to the
Dell support website at http://support.dell.com.
Regulatory model numbers appear throughout this document; their chassis
type equivalents are shown below:
Finding Information and Assistance
Regulatory Model Numbers and Chassis Types
DHS = small desktop (SD) chassis
DHP = small form-factor (SF) chassis
DHM = small mini-tower (SMT) chassis
Resources and Support Tools
Resource Contents Using the Resource
Dell OptiPlex ResourceCD
•DellDiagnostics
•Drivers
• Utilities
•Computeranddevice
documentation
See the main menu on the ResourceCD that was shipped
with your computer. Use the pull-down menu to make
selections appropriate for your computer. You can perform
the following tasks:
• Diagnose a problem
• Install or reinstall drivers
• Obtain information on your computer and devices
NOTE: User documentation and drivers are already
installed on your computer when shipped from Dell. You
can use this CD to access documentation, reinstall drivers,
or run diagnostics tools.
Service and Registration
Labels—located on the front or
side of your Dell computer.
• Express Service Code and
Service Tag Number
• Product Key (also called the
Product ID or Certificate of
Authenticity [COA])
The Express Service Code and Service Tag Number are
unique identifiers for your Dell computer.
You may need the Product Key (or Product ID) number to
complete the operating system setup.

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Operating system CD To reinstall your operating system, use the operating
system CD that was shipped with your computer.
NOTE: The operating system CD may not include all the
latest drivers for your computer. If you reinstall your
operating system, use the ResourceCD to reinstall drivers
for the devices shipped with your computer.
For more information about reinstalling your operating
system, see the operating system installation
documentation that was shipped with your computer.
Operating system installation
guide See the operating system installation guide for information on reinstalling and configuring your
operating system.
Click the Start button and select Help or Help and
Support, depending on your operating system, to obtain
more information on your operating system.
User’s guides for your computer
and devices Depending on your operating system, double-click the User’s Guides icon on your desktop, or click the Start
button and then select Help and Support to access the
electronic documentation stored on your hard drive.
Obtain information on the following:
• Using your computer
• Configuring system settings
• Removing and installing parts
• Installing and configuring software
• Diagnosing a problem
• Technical specifications
• Device documentation (on selected operating systems)
• Getting technical assistance
Resources and Support Tools
(continued)
Resource Contents Using the Resource
User’s Guides

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Dell support website
• Technical support and
information
• Downloads for your
computer
•Orderordeliverystatus
• Hints and tips, technology
papers, service information
Go to http://support.dell.com and complete the one-time
registration.
• Get help with general usage, installation, and
troubleshooting questions
• Obtain answers to technical service and support
questions
• Get the latest versions of the drivers for your computer
• Access documentation about your computer and
devices
• Join online discussions with other Dell customers and
Dell technical professionals
• Explore a list of online links to Dell's primary vendors
Dell Premier Support website
•Servicecallstatus
•Toptechnicalissuesby
product
• Frequently asked questions
by product number
• Customized service tags
• System configuration detail
Go to http://premiersupport.dell.com:
The Dell Premier Support website is customized for
corporate, government, and education customers.
This site may not be available in all regions.
Resources and Support Tools
(continued)
Resource Contents Using the Resource

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Solving Problems
Dell provides a number of tools to help you if your system does not perform
as expected. For the latest troubleshooting information available for your
system, see the Dell support website at http://support.dell.com. You can
also find descriptions of Dell troubleshooting tools in the section titled
“Getting Help” in your online User’s Guide.
If computer problems occur that require help from Dell, write a detailed
description of the error, beep codes, or diagnostics light patterns; record
your Express Service Code and Service Tag Number below; and then
contact Dell from the same location as your computer.
See “Finding Information and Assistance” on page 5 for an example of the
express service code and service tag numbers.
Express Service Code: ___________________________
Service Tag Number: ___________________________
Your computer includes the following tools that can help you solve a
problem:
DELL DIAGNOSTICS—The Dell Diagnostics test various components in your
computer and help to identify the cause of computer problems. For more
information, see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 10.
SYSTEM LIGHTS—Located on the front of the computer, these lights can
indicate a computer problem. For more information, see your User’s Guide.
DIAGNOSTIC LIGHTS—Located on the back of the computer, these lights can
indicate a computer problem. For more information, see your User’s Guide.
SYSTEM MESSAGES—The computer reports these messages to warn you of
current or possible failure. For more information, see your User’s Guide.
BEEP CODES—A series of audible beep codes emitted by your computer can
help identify a problem. For more information, see your User’s Guide.

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Using the Dell OptiPlex ResourceCD
To use the Dell OptiPlex ResourceCD while you are running the Microsoft®
Windows®operating system, perform the following steps.
NOTE: To access device drivers and user documentation, you must use the
ResourceCD while you are running Windows.
1Turn on the computer and allow it to boot to the Windows desktop.
2Insert the Dell OptiPlex ResourceCD into the CD drive.
If you are using the Dell OptiPlex ResourceCD for the first time on this
computer, the ResourceCD Installation window opens to inform you
that the ResourceCD is about to begin installation.
3Click OK to continue.
To complete the installation, respond to the prompts offered by the
installation program.
4Click Next at the Welcome Dell System Owner screen.
5Choose the appropriate System Model, Operating System, Device
Ty p e ,and Topic.
Drivers for Your Computer
To display a list of device drivers for your computer, perform the following
steps:
1Click My Drivers in the Topic pull-down menu.
The ResourceCD scans your computer’s hardware and operating
system, and then a list of device drivers for your system configuration
is displayed on the screen.
2Click the appropriate driver and follow the instructions to download
the driver to your computer.
To view all available drivers for your computer, click Drivers from the Topic
pull-down menu.

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Running the Dell Diagnostics
The Dell Diagnostics is a program that tests various components in your
computer. Run this program whenever you have a computer problem to
help you identify the source of the problem.You can run the Dell
Diagnostics from your hard drive or the ResourceCD.
NOTICE: If your hard drive fails, run the Dell Diagnostics from the
ResourceCD .
1Turn on your computer (if your computer is already on, restart it).
2When F2 = Setup appears in the upper-right corner of the screen,
press <Ctrl><Alt><F10>.
The diagnostics initialization begins immediately; then the
Diagnostics Menu appears.
3Select the appropriate diagnostic option for your computer.
To use the diagnostics, follow instructions on the screen.
Changing the Boot Sequence
To run the Dell Diagnostics from the ResourceCD, perform the following
steps to enable your computer to boot from the CD:
1Insert the Dell OptiPlex ResourceCD into the CD drive.
2Turn on (or restart) your computer.
3When F2 = Setup appears in the upper-right corner of the screen,
press <Ctrl><Alt><F8>.
NOTE: This feature changes the boot sequence for one time only. On the next
start-up, the computer boots according to the devices specified in system setup.
The Boot Device Menu appears.
If you wait too long and the Windows logo appears, continue to wait
until you see the Windows desktop. Then shut down your computer
and try again.
4Select the CD-ROM Device option.

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Running the Dell IDE Hard Drive Diagnostics
The Dell IDE Hard Drive Diagnostics is a utility that tests the hard drive to
troubleshoot or confirm a hard drive failure.
1Turn on your computer (if your computer is already on, restart it).
2When F2 = Setup appears in the upper-right corner of the screen,
press <Ctrl><Alt><D>.
3Follow the instructions on the screen.
If a failure is reported, see “Hard Drive Problems” in your User’s Guide.
Safety Instructions
Use the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer system
from potential damage and to ensure your own personal safety.
When Working Inside Your Computer
Before you remove the computer cover, perform the following steps in the
sequence indicated.
NOTICE: Do not attempt to service the computer yourself, except as
explained in your online Dell documentation or otherwise provided to you.
Always follow installation and service instructions closely.
CAUTION: There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is
incorrectly installed. Replace the battery only with the same or
equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used
batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
1Turn off your computer and any peripherals.
2Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on the
chassis, such as the metal around the card-slot openings at the back of
the computer, before touching anything inside your computer.
While you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface on the
computer chassis to dissipate any static electricity that might harm
internal components.

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3Disconnect your computer and peripherals from their power sources.
Also, disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the
computer.
Doing so reduces the potential for personal injury or shock.
In addition, take note of these safety guidelines when appropriate:
• To avoid shorting out your computer when disconnecting a network
cable, first unplug the cable from the network interface controller
(NIC) on the back of your computer, and then from the network jack
on the wall. When reconnecting a network cable to your computer,
first plug the cable into the network jack, and then into the NIC.
• When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its strain-
relief loop, not on the cable itself. Some cables have a connector with
locking tabs; if you are disconnecting this type of cable, press in on the
locking tabs before disconnecting the cable. As you pull connectors
apart, keep them evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins.
Also, before you connect a cable, make sure both connectors are
correctly oriented and aligned.
• Handle components and cards with care. 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.
When Using Your Computer System
As you use your computer system, observe the following safety guidelines.
CAUTION: Do not operate your computer system with any cover(s)
(including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, and front-
panel inserts) removed.
• To help avoid damaging your computer, be sure the voltage selection
switch on the power supply is set to match the AC power available at
your location:
– 115 volts (V)/60 hertz (Hz) in most of North and South America
and some Far Eastern countries such as South Korea and Taiwan
– 100 V/50 Hz in eastern Japan and 100 V/60 Hz in western Japan

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NOTE: The voltage selection switch must be set to the 115V position
even though the AC supply in Japan is 100 V.
– 230 V/50 Hz in most of Europe, the Middle East, and the Far East
Also be sure your monitor and attached peripherals are electrically
rated to operate with the AC power available in your location.
NOTE: Auto-select power supplies do not require a voltage selection
switch. Your power supply may not have this switch.
• To help prevent electric shock, plug the computer and peripheral
power cables into properly grounded power sources. These cables are
equipped with three-prong plugs to help ensure proper grounding. Do
not use adapter plugs or remove the grounding prong from a cable. If
you must use an extension cable, use a three-wire cable with properly
grounded plugs.
• Before working inside the computer, unplug the system to help prevent
electric shock or system board damage. Certain system board
components continue to receive power any time the computer is
connected to AC power.
• To help avoid possible damage to the system board, wait 15 seconds
after unplugging the system before disconnecting a device from the
computer.
NOTICE: Observe when the auxiliary power light-emitting diode (LED)
indicator on the system board turns off to verify that system power is off (see
your User’s Guide for the location of this LED).

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• To help protect your computer system from sudden, transient
increases and decreases in electrical power, use a surge suppressor, line
conditioner, or uninterruptible power supply (UPS).
• Be sure nothing rests on your computer system’s cables and that the
cables are not located where they can be stepped on or tripped over.
• Do not spill food or liquids on your computer. If the computer gets
wet, consult your User’s Guide.
• Do not push any objects into the openings of your computer. Doing so
can cause fire or electric shock by shorting out interior components.
• Keep your computer away from radiators and heat sources. Also, do not
block cooling vents. Avoid placing loose papers underneath your
computer; do not place your computer in a closed-in wall unit or on a
bed, sofa, or rug.
Ergonomic Computing Habits
CAUTION: Improper or prolonged keyboard use may result in
injury.
CAUTION: Viewing the monitor screen for extended periods of
time may result in eye strain.
For comfort and efficiency, observe the ergonomic guidelines in your
User’s Guide when setting up and using your computer system.
Regulatory Information
Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) is any signal or emission, radiated in
free space or conducted along power or signal leads, that endangers the
functioning of a radio navigation or other safety service or seriously
degrades, obstructs, or repeatedly interrupts a licensed radio
communications service.
Your Dell computer system is designed to comply with applicable
regulations regarding EMI. Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by Dell could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: Additional regulatory information regarding your system can be found
in your
User’s Guide .

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Guide de configuration et de
référence rapide

Remarques, avis et précautions
REMARQUE : Une REMARQUE indique une information importante qui peut vous aider à
mieux utiliser votre ordinateur.
AVIS : Un AVIS vous avertit d’un risque de dommage matériel ou de perte de données et vous
indique comment éviter le problème.
PRÉCAUTION: Une PRÉCAUTION vous avertit d’une situation qui, si elle n'est pas
évitée, peut entraîner des blessures plus ou moins graves.
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Les informations contenues dans ce document sont sujettes à modification sans préavis.
© 2000–2001 Dell Computer Corporation. Tous droits réservés.
Toute reproduction, sous quelque forme que ce soit, sans l'autorisation écrite de Dell Computer Corporation, est
strictement interdite.
Marques utilisées dans ce texte†:
Dell , OptiPlex et le logo DELL sont des marques de Dell Computer Corporation ;
Microsoft , MS-DOS , Windows NT et Windows sont des marques déposées de Microsoft Corporation.
D'autres marques et noms commerciaux peuvent être utilisés dans ce document pour faire référence aux entités se
réclamant de ces marques et de ces noms ou à leurs produits. Dell Computer Corporation dénie tout intérêt propriétaire
vis-à-vis des marques et des noms commerciaux autres que les siens.
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À propos de ce guide
Ce document contient la résolution de problèmes ainsi que des informa-
tions concernant la sécurité et les réglementations de votre ordinateur
Dell™ OptiPlex™.
Pour obtenir les dernières versions de ces documents sur votre unité de
disque dur, allez sur le site Web de support Dell à l'adresse
http://support.dell.com.
Les numéros de modèle réglementaires apparaissent tout au long de ce
document ; les types de châssis correspondants sont répertoriés ci-dessous :
Obtention d'informations et
d'assistance
Numéros de modèle réglementaires et types de
châssis
DHS = petit châssis de bureau
DHP = châssis de faible encombrement
DHM = châssis micro-tour
Ressources et outils de support
Ressource Sommaire : Utilisation de la ressource
Cédérom ResourceCD Dell
OptiPlex
• Diagnostics Dell
•Pilotes
• Utilitaires
• Documentation sur
l'ordinateur et sur les
périphériques
Consultez le menu principal du cédérom ResourceCD qui
a été livré avec votre ordinateur. Utilisez le menu
déroulant pour sélectionner les choix correspondant à
votre ordinateur. Vous pouvez réaliser les tâches
suivantes :
• diagnostiquer un problème
• installer ou réinstaller des pilotes
• obtenir les informations concernant votre ordinateur et
ses périphériques
REMARQUE : La documentation utilisateur et les
pilotes sont déjà installés dans votre ordinateur lorsqu'il
est expédié de l'usine Dell. Vous pouvez utiliser ce
cédérom pour accéder à la documentation, réinstaller les
pilotes ou exécuter les outils de diagnostic.

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Étiquettes de service et
d'enregistrement—situées à
l'avant ou sur le côté de votre
ordinateur Dell.
• Express Service Code (Code
de service express) et Service
Tag Number (Numéro de
service)
• Product Key (Code clé du
produit) (appelé aussi
Product ID [ID du produit]
ou COA, pour Certificate of
Authenticity [certificat
d'authenticité])
Le code de service express et le numéro de service
identifient votre ordinateur Dell de manière exclusive.
Il vous faudra peut-être le code clé du produit (ou l'ID du
produit) pour réaliser la configuration du système
d'exploitation.
Cédérom du système
d'exploitation Pour réinstaller le système d'exploitation, utilisez le cédérom du système d'exploitation livré avec votre
ordinateur.
REMARQUE : Il est possible que le cédérom du système
d'exploitation ne comprenne pas tous les pilotes les plus
récents pour votre ordinateur. Si vous réinstallez votre
système d'exploitation, utilisez le cédérom
ResourceCD
pour réinstaller les pilotes pour les périphériques livrés
avec votre ordinateur.
Pour de plus amples informations concernant la
réinstallation de votre système d'exploitation, consultez la
documentation sur l'installation du système d'exploitation
qui a été livrée avec votre ordinateur.
Guide d'installation du système
d'exploitation Reportez-vous au guide d'installation du système d'exploitation pour les informations sur la réinstallation et
la configuration du système d'exploitation.
Selon votre système d'exploitation, cliquez sur le bouton
Start (Démarrer) et sélectionnez Help (Aide) ou Help
and Support (Aide et assistance) pour obtenir de plus
amples renseignements sur votre système d'exploitation.
Ressources et outils de support
(suite)
Ressource Sommaire : Utilisation de la ressource