Dell 9150 service manual

As an option is highlighted, the Option Field displays more information about that option and the option's current and available settings. On restarts the computer when power is restored after an outage. Last returns the computer to its last state before power was removed.

Locate the 3-pin password jumper PSWD on the system board, and remove the jumper plug from pins 1 and 2. Place the jumper plug on pins 2 and 3. Replace the computer cover. Remove the jumper plug from pins 1 and 2. Place the jumper plug on pins 2 and 3 and wait approximately five seconds. Page Removing And Installing Parts You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board.

For information on the type of memory supported by your computer, see "Specifications. Memory Overview Memory modules should be installed in pairs of matched memory size, speed, and technology. Page Addressing Memory With 4-Gb Configurations If you remove your original memory modules from the computer during a memory upgrade, keep them separate from any new modules that you may have, even if you purchased the new modules from Dell.

If possible, do not pair an original memory module with a new memory module. Otherwise, your computer may not start properly. Align the notch on the bottom of the module with the crossbar in the connector. NOTICE: To avoid damage to the memory module, press the module straight down into the connector while you apply equal force to each end of the module.

Page Removing Memory Removing and Installing Parts: Dell Dimension Service Manual If you insert the module correctly, the securing clips snap into the cutouts at each end of the module. NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device and then plug it into the computer.

If you are replacing a card, remove the current driver for the card from the operating system. Push the two release tabs on the card retention door from the inside to pivot the door open. Because the door is captive, it will remain in the open position. If you are replacing or removing a card: a. If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the card. Pull the securing tab if present , grasp the card by its top corners, and ease it out of its connector.

Ensure that: The tops of all cards and filler brackets are flush with the alignment bar. The notch in the top of the card or filler bracket fits around the alignment guide.

If a card retention mechanism is present on your computer, reseat it in its tabs, and rotate it down until it snaps into place. If a "piano" bracket for full-length PCI-E cards is present on your computer, rotate it down into place.

Connect the network cable to the integrated connector on the back panel of the computer. You can attach the screws to new drives that do not have any screws. Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin. Align the drive panel tabs with the side-door hinges. Rotate the drive panel toward the computer until the sliding plate lever clicks into place and the drive panel snaps into place on the front panel.

When you connect two IDE devices to a single IDE interface cable and configure them for the cable select setting, the device attached to the last connector on the interface cable is primary or the boot device drive 0 , and the device attached to the middle connector on the interface cable is the secondary device drive 1. Instead, set the drive on a surface, such as a foam pad, that will sufficiently cushion it.

Unpack the replacement hard drive, and prepare it for installation. Check the documentation for the drive to verify that the drive is configured for your computer. Page Adding A Second Hard Drive Removing and Installing Parts: Dell Dimension Service Manual See the documentation that came with the hard drive for instructions about installing any software required for the operation of the hard drive.

If the drive you just installed is the primary drive, insert bootable media into drive A. CD or DVD eject button. Table of Contents. Previous Page. Next Page.

Troubleshooting Solving Problems 37 Troubleshooting Tools Dell Dimension Service Manual 70 pages. Dell optiplex system board mode configuration 16 pages. Setting Up and Using Your Computer. Page 4 Hyper-Threading Page Page 6 Removing the Computer Cover Inside View of Your Computer System Board Components. Dell Technical Support Policy U.

Page 8 Contents The website may not be as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system available in all regions. See the documentation that came with your printer. Page Setting Up Your Internet Connection If you are using a dial-up connection, connect a telephone line to the modem connector on your computer and to the telephone wall jack before you set up your Internet connection. Keep the tray closed when you are not using the drive.

Page Adjusting The Picture combo drive. You can also use Sonic DigitalMedia for other purposes, such as creating music CDs from audio files stored on your computer or backing up important data. The computer reads your source CD or DVD and copies the data to a temporary folder on your computer hard drive. Page Connecting Two Monitors With Vga Connectors If you purchased a graphics card that supports dual monitors, follow these instructions to connect and enable your monitors.

An S-video cable is not included with your computer. Page Standby Mode Because hibernate mode requires a special file on your hard drive with enough disk space to store the contents of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before shipping the computer to you. Power Schemes Tab Each standard power setting is called a scheme. If you want to select one of the standard Windows schemes installed on your computer, choose a scheme from the Power schemes drop-down menu.

Page Ieee You can enable or disable Hyper-Threading through system setup. For more information on accessing system setup, see page Setting Up and Using Your Computer Therefore, ensure that you perform regular backups when you use a RAID level 0 configuration. The default value is the maximum available size. If you do not know the average file size, choose KB as your strip size.

Pressing the power button once causes the display to go blank and the audio to mute. Page Solving Problems — If you have to repeatedly reset time and date information after turning on the computer, or if an incorrect time or date displays during start-up, replace the battery see page If the battery still does not work properly, contact Dell see page Solving Problems If the stream is interrupted, an error occurs. Page Error Messages If so, run the program that you want to use first.

After the computer turns off, reconnect the mouse cable as shown on the on the setup diagram for your computer. Page 52 Solving Problems Page Troubleshooting Tools A possible processor failure has occurred. If the problem persists, contact Dell see page A possible floppy drive or hard drive Reseat all power and data cables and failure has occurred.

Page 55 see page to make sure the boot sequence is correct for the devices installed on your computer. All four diagnostic lights display solid None. Page Dell Diagnostics If you cannot resolve the error condition, contact Dell see page If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your Service Tag. Adjusting the Volume. Adjusting the Picture.

Helpful Tips. Using a Media Card Reader Optional. Connecting Two Monitors. Connecting a TV. Changing the Display Settings. Setting Up a Home and Office Network. Connecting to a Network Adapter. Network Setup Wizard. Power Management. Standby Mode. Hibernate Mode. Power Options Properties. IEEE Troubleshooting Tips. Battery Problems. Drive Problems.

CD and DVD drive problems. Hard drive problems. E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems. Error Messages.