Dell OptiPlex 330 User manual

DELL
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optipLEx™330
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ovErviEw 3
Mini Tower Computer (MT) View 5
Desktop Computer (DT) View 6
MarkEting systEM configurations
Operating System, Chipset 7
Processor 8
Advanced System Manageability Modes, Deployment Mode Options 8
Memory 9
Drives and Removable Storage 10
System Board Connectors, Graphics/Video Controller 11
External Ports/Connectors 12
Communications – Network Adapter (NIC) 12
Communications – Modem 12
Audio and Speakers, Keyboard and Mouse, Security 13
Service and Support, Software 14
DEtaiLED EnginEEring spEcifications
System Dimensions (Physical) 15
System Board Connector Maximum Allowable Dimensions 15
System Level Environmental and Operating Conditions 16
Power 16
Audio 17
Communications – Network Adapter (NIC) 18
Graphics/Video Controller 20
Hard Drives 23
Optical Drives 27
BIOS Defaults 31
chassis EncLosurE anD vEntiLation rEquirEMEnts 32
rEguLatory coMpLiancE anD EnvironMEntaL
Acoustic Noise Emission Information 33
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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DELL
™optipLEx™330
The Dell OptiPlex 330 raises the bar in the entry-level desktop category by providing advanced features to suit
the needs of growing businesses. Configuration options include two form factor choices, blazing-fast Intel Core™
2 Duo processors, an optional energy-ecient 80PLUS®power supply, and RAID 1 support. The OptiPlex 330 delivers
essential networking capabilities and enhanced performance. Simplify desktop computing with the OptiPlex 330.
powEr EfficiEncy
Productivity and power savings in a proven, reliable design. Dell Energy Smart is a unique
approach to energy-ecient computing which includes hardware and software, tools,
and partnerships.
•Dell factory-enabled Energy Smart software settings put your system into a low-energy sleep state after 15
minutes of inactivity. Remote power policy management software delivers even greater energy savings
• Ecient hardware includes Intel Core™ 2 Duo, 80PLUS®power supplies, ENERGY STAR®4.0 and EPEAT™
Gold configurations
• Ecient Dell BTX design and HyperCool™ thermal-management technology help save energy and boost reliability
• Dell’s online Energy Calculator is a unique tool which allows you to compare systems, features, and usage models
to optimize energy savings across Dell commercial client products
• Dell is working alongside industry leaders and standards organizations worldwide to help drive revolutionary change
sMart sEcurity
Strategic, comprehensive endpoint solutions for all types of businesses.
• Simple deterrents such as physical locks help prevent theft
• RAID 1 support helps keep data intact and accessible via real-time redundancy
• CompuTrace® tracking capability incorporated into the BIOS can help reduce data loss from theft

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SIMPLY PUT: DELL
™OPTIPLEX™330
Easy to ManagE.
EfficiEnt to own.
EssEntiaL rEMotE ManagEMEnt
Run your IT better and have greater control with flexible hardware options and management
software. Dell Client Manager brings it all together in one management console, available as a
free download. Built-in, standards-based management helps ensure simplicity and interoperability.
• Widely installed ASF (Alert Standard Format) standards-based technology, which supports basic in- and out-of-band
hardware inventory, alerting, and power control
• Dell Client Manager Standard, available at no cost, integrates all components of Dell™ OpenManage™ into a single
remote console
DELL DEpLoyMEnt sErvicEs
Get IT Faster with custom image management, in-factory configuration, and deployment made
simple. Dell's direct, steppingstone approach to customization helps ensure the best fit for
your needs.
• Dell ImageDirect allows you to dynamically create, manage, and load your custom images to Dell client systems
• Advanced Conguration Services enable easy customization, at the point of sale
• Microsoft® Windows Vista® Assessment and Migration options help streamline and optimize your deployment processes

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Mini towEr coMputEr (Mt) viEw
SYSTEM BOARD COMPONENTS
1speaker connector (INT_SPKR)
2processor connector (CPU)
3processor power connector (12VPOWER)
4memory module connectors (DIMM_1, DIMM_2)
5SATA drive connectors (SATA0, SATA1)
6front-panel connector (FRONTPANEL)
7power connector (POWER)
8SATA drive connectors (SATA2, SATA3)
9RTC reset jumper (RTCRST)
10 password jumper (PSWD)
11 battery socket (BATTERY)
12 PCI Express x16 card connector (SLOT1)
13 PCI card connectors (SLOT2 and SLOT3)
14 internal buzzer (SPKR)
15 serial/PS/2 connector (PS2/SER2)
16 fan connector (FAN_CPU)
17 oppy drive connector (FLOPPY)
FRONT VIEW
1service tag
2optical drive
3floppy drive
4drive activity light
5USB 2.0 connectors (2)
6diagnostic lights
7power button
8headphone connector
9microphone connector
10 LAN indicator light
BACK VIEW
1cover-release latch
2padlock ring
3power connector
4voltage selector switch
5back panel connectors
6card slots
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DEsktop coMputEr (Dt) viEw
FRONT VIEW
1USB 2.0 connectors (2) 7LAN indicator light
2drive activity light 8headphone and microphone
connectors
3power button 9floppy drive
4Dell badge 10 optical drive
5power light 11 service tag
6diagnostic lights
BACK VIEW
1card slots
2back panel connectors
3power connector
4voltage selection switch
5padlock ring
6cover-release latch
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SYSTEM BOARD COMPONENTS
1speaker connector (INT_SPKR)
2processor connector (CPU)
3processor power connector (12VPOWER)
4memory module connectors (DIMM_1, DIMM_2)
5SATA drive connectors (SATA0, SATA1)
6front-panel connector (FRONTPANEL)
7power connector (POWER)
8SATA drive connectors (SATA2, SATA3)
9RTC reset jumper (RTCRST)
10 password jumper (PSWD)
11 battery socket (BATTERY)
12 PCI Express x16 card connector (SLOT1)
13 PCI card connectors (SLOT2 and SLOT3)
14 internal buzzer (SPKR)
15 serial/PS/2 connector (PS2/SER2)
16 fan connector (FAN_CPU)
17 oppy drive connector (FLOPPY)

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MT DT
Windows VistaOperating System Windows Vista® Ultimate, Windows Vista® Business,
Windows Vista® Home Basic
Windows XPOperating System Windows® XP Professional, Windows® XP Home Edition
Other FreeDOS (for n-series), Red Flag Linux (China only)
OS Media Support ✓ ✓
MarkEting systEM configurations
Oerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click "Start Help"
and "Support" and select the option to view information about your computer.
opErating systEM
One of the following Operating Systems will be preinstalled.
chipsEt
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Chipset Intel® G31 Express Chipset (ICH7R)
Non-volatile Memory on Chipset
BIOS Conguration FWH (rmware hub) 8 MB located at SP1_FLASH on chipset
TPM 1.2 Security Device (Trusted Platform Module)
NIC EEPROM 1 MB located at LOM_FLASH on chipset

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procEssor
Processor numbers are not a measure of performance.
PROCESSOR (SPEED, CACHE, FSB) MT DT
IntelCore™2 Duo with Intel, Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology, and Execute Disable Bit
Intel Core 2 Duo E7200 Processor (2.53GHz, 3MB L2 cache, 1066MHz FSB) ✓ ✓
Intel Core 2 Duo E6850 Processor (3.0 GHz, 4 MB L2 cache, 1333 MHz FSB) ✓ ✓
Intel Core 2 Duo E6750 Processor (2.66 GHz, 4 MB L2 cache, 1333 MHz FSB) ✓ ✓
Intel Core 2 Duo E6550 Processor (2.33 GHz, 4 MB L2 cache, 1333 MHz FSB) ✓ ✓
Intel Core 2 Duo E4700 Processor (2.6 GHz, 2 MB L2 cache, 800 MHz FSB) ✓ ✓
Intel Core 2 Duo E4600 Processor (2.4 GHz, 2 MB L2 cache, 800 MHz FSB) ✓ ✓
Intel Core 2 Duo E4500 Processor (2.2 GHz, 2 MB L2 cache, 800 MHz FSB) ✓ ✓
Intel Core 2 Duo E2220 Processor (2.4Hz, 1MB L2 cache, 800MHz FSB) ✓ ✓
Intel Core 2 Duo E2200 Processor (1.8GHz, 1MB L2 cache, 800MHz FSB) ✓ ✓
Intel Core 2 Duo E2180 Processor (2.0 GHz, 1 MB L2 cache, 800 MHz FSB) ✓ ✓
Intel Core 2 Duo E2160 Processor (1.8 GHz, 1 MB L2 cache, 800 MHz FSB) ✓ ✓
IntelCeleronwith Execute Disable Bit
Intel Celeron 440 Processor (2.0 GHz, 512 K L2 cache, 800 MHz FSB) ✓ ✓
Intel Celeron 430 Processor (1.8 GHz, 512 K L2 cache, 800 MHz FSB) ✓ ✓
Intel Celeron 420 Processor (1.6 GHz, 512 K L2 cache, 800 MHz FSB) ✓ ✓
aDvancED systEM ManagEabiLity MoDEs
MT DT
Basic Client Systems Management (w/ ASF) ✓ ✓

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MEMory
Your computer supports a maximum of 4 GB of memory when you use two 2 GB DIMMs.
Memory modules should be installed in pairs of matched memory size, speed, and technology. If the memory modules
are not installed in matched pairs, the computer will continue to operate, but with a slight reduction in performance.
MT DT
Type: DDR2 Synch DRAM Non-ECC Memory 667 MHz or 800 MHz speeds
DIMM Slots 2 2
DIMM Capacities Up to 2 GB Up to 2 GB
Minimum Memory 512 MB 512 MB
Maximum Memory with 667 MHz Speed Memory 2 GB 2 GB
Maximum Memory with 800 MHz Speed Memory 4 GB14 GB1
Configurations:
800 MHz Memory Configurations
4 GB DDR2 Non-ECC SDRAM, 800 MHz (2 DIMM) ✓ ✓
2 GB DDR2 Non-ECC SDRAM, 800 MHz (1 DIMM) ✓ ✓
2 GB DDR2 Non-ECC SDRAM, 800 MHz (2 DIMM) ✓ ✓
1 GB DDR2 Non-ECC SDRAM, 800 MHz (1 DIMM) ✓ ✓
667 MHz Memory Configurations
2 GB DDR2 Non-ECC SDRAM, 667 MHz (2 DIMM) ✓ ✓
2 GB DDR2 Non-ECC SDRAM, 667 MHz (1 DIMM) ✓ ✓
1 GB DDR2 Non-ECC SDRAM, 667 MHz (2 DIMM) ✓ ✓
1 GB DDR2 Non-ECC SDRAM, 667 MHz (1 DIMM) ✓ ✓
512 MB DDR2 Non-ECC SDRAM, 667 MHz (1 DIMM) ✓ ✓
1The total amount of available memory will be less, depending on actual system configuration.

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DrivEs anD rEMovabLE storagE
MT DT
Bays:
3.5-inch Bay (External Floppy) 1 1
5.25-inch Bay (External Optical) 2 1
Hard Drives Supported (Internal) 2
1 (Normal)
2 (Second HDD support,
mutually exclusive with oppy)
Optical Drives Supported (External) 2 1
Interface:
SATA (number of connectors) 4 4
Floppy/Diskette 1 1
Hard Drive: size, type, speed, RPM
80 GB SATA 10 K RPM HDD2✓ ✓
250 GB SATA 7200 RPM HDD2✓ ✓
160 GB SATA 7200 RPM HDD2✓ ✓
80 GB SATA 7200 RPM HDD2✓ ✓
RAID 1 Data Protection: (includes two matching capacity/speed hard drives)
80 GB SATA 10 K RPM HDD2✓ ✓
250 GB SATA 7200 RPM HDD2✓ ✓
160 GB SATA 7200 RPM HDD2✓ ✓
80 GB SATA 7200 RPM HDD2✓ ✓
Optical Drive:
DVD +/- RW 16x SATA 16x SATA
DVD-ROM 16x SATA 16x SATA
Combo Drive CD-RW 48x/32x/16x SATA 48x/32x/16x SATA
CD-ROM 48x SATA 48x SATA
Floppy Diskette Drive: (SFF requires a slimline floppy drive)
Floppy Drive 1.44 MB 1.44 MB
2 For hard drives, GB means 1 billion bytes and TB equals 1 trillion bytes; actual capacity varies with preloaded material and operating environment and will be less.