Dell Dimension 5150/E510 Manual de usuario

www.dell.com | support.dell.comDell™ Dimension™ 5150/E510Owner’s ManualModel DCSMFlexBay for optional floppy drive or Media Card Readerhard-drive acti

10 Finding Information• Service Tag and Express Service Code • Microsoft Windows License LabelService Tag and Microsoft Windows LicenseThese labels ar

100 Removing and Installing Parts5Check all cable connections, and fold cables out of the way to provide airflow for the fan and cooling vents.6Replac

Removing and Installing Parts 1015Insert the new battery into the socket with the side labeled "+" facing up, and snap the battery into plac

102 Removing and Installing Parts4Using the tabs as leverage, rotate the cover downward and press down to close it.5Ensure that the cover is seated co

Appendix 103AppendixSpecificationsProcessorProcessor type Intel® Pentium® 4 5XXX and 6XXX processors with Hyper-Threading technologyNOTE: Not all Pent

104 AppendixComputer InformationChipset Intel 945G ExpressRAID Support RAID 1 (Mirroring)DMA channels eightInterrupt levels 24BIOS chip (NVRAM) 4 MbNI

Appendix 105DrivesExternally accessible:one 3.5-inch drive bay (FlexBay)two 5.25-inch drive baysAvailable devices Serial ATA drives (2), floppy drive,

106 AppendixControls and LightsPower button push buttonPower light green light — Blinking green in sleep state; solid green for power-on state.amber l

Appendix 107System SetupOverviewUse system setup as follows: • To change the system configuration information after you add, change, or remove any har

108 AppendixEntering System Setup1Turn on (or restart) your computer.2When the blue DELL™ logo is displayed, you must watch for the F2 prompt to appea

Appendix 109System Setup Options NOTE: Depending on your computer and installed devices, the items listed in this section may not appear, or may not

Finding Information 11• Desktop System Software (DSS)— If you reinstall the operating system for your computer, you should also reinstall the DSS util

110 AppendixDrives 0 through 3(On default)Enables or disables an ATA or SATA device (such as hard-drive, CD drive, or DVD drive). On enables the inter

Appendix 111PerformanceHyper-Threading(On default)Determines whether the physical processor appears as one or two logical processors. The performance

112 AppendixPower ManagementAC Recovery(Off default)Determines how the system responds when AC power is re-applied after a power loss.•Off — The syste

Appendix 113Boot SequenceThis feature allows you to change the boot sequence for devices.Option Settings•Diskette Drive — The computer attempts to boo

114 AppendixChanging Boot Sequence for the Current BootYou can use this feature, for example, to restart your computer to a USB device such as a flopp

Appendix 115Clearing Forgotten Passwords CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in t

116 Appendix7Disconnect the computer power cable from the electrical outlet, and press the power button to ground the system board.8Open the computer

Appendix 117• To clean your monitor screen, lightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with water. If possible, use a special screen-cleaning tissue or soluti

118 AppendixDell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)Technician-assisted technical support requires the cooperation and participation of the customer

Appendix 119FCC Notices (U.S. Only)Most Dell computer systems are classified by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) as Class B digital devices

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120 AppendixFCC Identification InformationThe following information is provided on the device or devices covered in this document in compliance with F

Appendix 121Argentina (Buenos Aires)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 54City Code: 11Website: www.dell.com.arE-mail: [email protected]

122 AppendixAustria (Vienna)International Access Code: 900Country Code: 43City Code: 1Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail: tech_support_central_europ

Appendix 123BruneiCountry Code: 673Customer Technical Support (Penang, Malaysia)604 633 4966Customer Care (Penang, Malaysia)604 633 4888Transaction Sa

124 AppendixChina (Xiamen)Country Code: 86City Code: 592Technical Support website: support.dell.com.cnTechnical Support E-mail: [email protected]

Appendix 125Czech Republic (Prague)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 420Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail: [email protected] Su

126 AppendixFrance (Paris) (Montpellier)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 33City Codes: (1) (4)Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail: support.

Appendix 127GreeceInternational Access Code: 00Country Code: 30Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail: support.euro.dell.com/gr/en/emaildell/Technical S

128 AppendixIreland (Cherrywood)International Access Code: 16Country Code: 353City Code: 1Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail: dell_direct_support@de

Appendix 129Japan (Kawasaki)International Access Code: 001Country Code: 81City Code: 44Website: support.jp.dell.comTechnical Support (servers)toll-fre

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 13Setting Up and Using Your ComputerSetting Up a Printer NOTICE: Complete the operating system setup before you co

130 AppendixLatin America Customer Technical Support (Austin, Texas, U.S.A.)512 728-4093Customer Service (Austin, Texas, U.S.A.)512 728-3619Fax (Techn

Appendix 131MexicoInternational Access Code: 00Country Code: 52Customer Technical Support001-877-384-8979or 001-877-269-3383Sales50-81-8800or 01-800-8

132 AppendixNew ZealandInternational Access Code: 00Country Code: 64E-mail (New Zealand): [email protected] Customer Care (Australia and

Appendix 133PortugalInternational Access Code: 00Country Code: 351Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail: support.euro.dell.com/pt/en/emaildell/Technica

134 AppendixSouth Africa (Johannesburg)International Access Code:09/091Country Code: 27City Code: 11Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail: dell_za_supp

Appendix 135Sweden (Upplands Vasby)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 46City Code: 8Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail: support.euro.dell.co

136 AppendixThailandInternational Access Code: 001Country Code: 66Website: support.ap.dell.comTechnical Support (OptiPlex, Latitude, and Dell Precisio

Appendix 137U.S.A. (Austin, Texas)International Access Code: 011Country Code: 1Automated Order-Status Servicetoll-free: 1-800-433-9014AutoTech (portab

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Index 139IndexAaudio. See soundBbatteryproblems, 31replacing, 100BIOS, 107boot sequenceabout, 113changing, 114option settings, 113bootingto a USB devi

14 Setting Up and Using Your ComputerConnecting to the Internet NOTE: ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country.To connect to the Internet, you need a m

140 Index140 Indexdrives, 83hard drive, 85installing CD/DVD, 98installing floppy, 91installing hard drive, 86problems, 32removing CD/DVD, 96removing f

Index 141Microsoft Windows label, 10modemproblems, 33monitorblank, 44clone mode, 23connect DVI, 21-22connect TV, 21, 23connect two, 21-22connect VGA,

142 Index142 IndexRregulatory information, 9reinstallingWindows XP, 54Ssafety instructions, 9SATA. See serial ATAscannerproblems, 42serial ATA, 85Serv

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 15Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionTo set up an AOL or MSN connection:1Save and close any open files, and exit an

16 Setting Up and Using Your ComputerPlaying CDs and DVDs NOTICE: Do not press down on the CD or DVD tray when you open or close it. Keep the tray cl

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 17A DVD player includes the following basic buttons:For more information on playing CDs or DVDs, click Help on the

18 Setting Up and Using Your ComputerCopying CDs and DVDs NOTE: Ensure that you observe all copyright laws when creating CDs or DVDs.This section app

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 19Using Blank CDs and DVDsCD-RW drives can write to CD recording media only (including high-speed CD-RW) while DVD-

Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates

20 Setting Up and Using Your ComputerHelpful Tips• Use Microsoft® Windows® Explorer to drag and drop files to a CD-R or CD-RW only after you start Son

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 21To use the Media Card Reader:1Check the media or card to determine the proper orientation for insertion.2Slide th

22 Setting Up and Using Your ComputerConnecting Two Monitors With VGA Connectors1Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 59. NO

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 23Connecting a TV NOTE: You must purchase an S-video cable, available at most consumer electronics stores, to conn

24 Setting Up and Using Your ComputerNetwork Setup WizardThe Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide you thro

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 25Standby ModeStandby mode conserves power by turning off the display and the hard drive after a time-out. When the

26 Setting Up and Using Your ComputerPower Schemes TabEach standard power setting is called a scheme. If you want to select one of the standard Window

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 27Hyper-ThreadingHyper-Threading is an Intel® technology that can enhance overall computer performance by allowing

28 Setting Up and Using Your ComputerDetermining If RAID Is WorkingYour computer displays information pertaining to your RAID configuration at startup

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 29Troubleshooting RAIDYou can use one of two methods to troubleshoot RAID hard drive volumes. One method uses the I

Contents 3ContentsFinding Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Setting Up and Using Your ComputerSetting Up a Pri

30 Setting Up and Using Your ComputerSetting Your Computer to RAID-Enabled Mode1Enter system setup (see "System Setup" on page 107).2Press t

Solving Problems 31Solving ProblemsTroubleshooting TipsFollow these tips when you troubleshoot your computer:• If you added or removed a part before t

32 Solving ProblemsDrive Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Info

Solving Problems 33Problems writing to a CD/DVD-RW driveHard drive problemsE-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the

34 Solving ProblemsError MessagesIf the message is not listed, see the documentation for the operating system or the program that was running when the

Solving Problems 35Media Card Reader ProblemsA REQUIRED .DLL FILE WAS NOT FOUND — The program that you are trying to open is missing an essential file

36 Solving ProblemsKeyboard Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product I

Solving Problems 37The computer stops responding NOTICE: You might lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown.A program stop

38 Solving ProblemsOther software problemsMemory Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instruct

Solving Problems 39Mouse Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Info

4 ContentsAbout RAID Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Determining If RAID Is Working . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

40 Solving ProblemsNetwork Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product In

Solving Problems 41Printer Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product In

42 Solving ProblemsScanner Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product In

Solving Problems 43Sound and Speaker Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the

44 Solving ProblemsNo sound from headphonesVideo and Monitor Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the saf

Solving Problems 45If the screen is difficult to readCHECK THE MONITOR SETTINGS — See the monitor documentation for instructions on adjusting the con

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Troubleshooting Tools 47Troubleshooting ToolsDiagnostic Lights CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety ins

48 Troubleshooting ToolsA possible graphics card failure has occurred.• If the computer has a graphics card, remove the card, reinstall it (see "

Troubleshooting Tools 49A possible expansion card failure has occurred.1Determine if a conflict exists by removing a card (not a graphics card) (see &

Contents 5Printer Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Scanner Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

50 Troubleshooting ToolsDell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Produ

Troubleshooting Tools 513If you run a test from the Custom Test or Symptom Tree option, click the applicable tab described in the following table for

52 Troubleshooting ToolsIdentifying DriversIf you experience a problem with any device, identify whether the driver is the source of your problem and,

Troubleshooting Tools 53Manually Reinstalling Drivers 1After copying the required driver files to your hard drive, click the Start button and right-cl

54 Troubleshooting ToolsUsing Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreThe Microsoft Windows XP operating system provides System Restore to allow you to ret

Troubleshooting Tools 55Undoing the Last System Restore NOTICE: Before you undo the last system restore, save and close all open files and exit any o

56 Troubleshooting Tools5When prompted, click Finish to reboot the computer. NOTE: Do not manually shut down the computer. Click Finish and let the c

Troubleshooting Tools 57Using the Operating System CDBefore You BeginIf you are considering reinstalling the Windows XP operating system to correct a

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Removing and Installing Parts 59Removing and Installing PartsBefore You BeginThis chapter provides procedures for removing and installing the componen

6 ContentsSystem Board Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

60 Removing and Installing PartsBefore Working Inside Your ComputerUse the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from potential da

Removing and Installing Parts 61Front View of the Computer1 cover latch release Use this latch to remove the cover. See "Removing the Computer C

62 Removing and Installing Parts8 diagnostic lights (4) Use the lights to help you troubleshoot a computer problem based on the diagnostic code. For m

Removing and Installing Parts 63Back View of the Computer1 voltage selection switch See the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide for m

64 Removing and Installing Parts1 link integrity light• Green — A good connection exists between a 10-Mbps network and the computer.• Orange — A good

Removing and Installing Parts 65Removing the Computer Cover CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instru

66 Removing and Installing Parts4Locate the three hinge tabs on the bottom edge of the computer.5Grip the sides of the computer cover and pivot the co

Removing and Installing Parts 67System Board Componentsprocessor connector (CPU)memory module connectors (2, 4)power connector (12V)memory module conn

68 Removing and Installing PartsMemoryYou can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board.Your computer supports DD

Removing and Installing Parts 69 NOTE: Memory purchased from Dell is covered under your computer warranty. NOTICE: If you remove your original memory

Contents 7Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100Replacing the Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

70 Removing and Installing Parts3Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector.4Align the notch on the bottom of the module w

Removing and Installing Parts 715Insert the module into the connector until the module snaps into position.If you insert the module correctly, the sec

72 Removing and Installing PartsCards CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product

Removing and Installing Parts 73Installing a PCI Card1Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 59.2Gently push the release tab on

74 Removing and Installing Parts6Place the card in the connector and press down firmly. Ensure that the card is fully seated in the slot.7Before you c

Removing and Installing Parts 758Close the card retention door by snapping it into place to secure the card(s). NOTICE: Do not route card cables over

76 Removing and Installing Parts7If you removed a sound card:aEnter system setup (see "System Setup" on page 107), select Audio Controller,

Removing and Installing Parts 773If your computer includes a card retention mechanism, to secure the x16 card in place from the top:aPivot the mechani

78 Removing and Installing Parts8Place the card in the connector and press down firmly. Ensure that the card is fully seated in the slot.9If you repla

Removing and Installing Parts 79 NOTICE: Do not route card cables over or behind the cards. Cables routed over the cards can prevent the computer cov

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80 Removing and Installing Parts9If you removed a sound card:aEnter system setup (see "System Setup" on page 107), select Audio Controller,

Removing and Installing Parts 812Grasping the lever on the sliding plate, pull the sliding plate to the right until it snaps into the open position.

82 Removing and Installing PartsReplacing the Drive-Panel Insert1Slide the tab on the left side of the drive-panel insert under the center drive panel

Removing and Installing Parts 832Align the drive panel tabs with the side-door hinges.3Rotate the drive panel toward the computer until it snaps into

84 Removing and Installing PartsConnecting Drive CablesWhen you install a drive, you connect two cables—a DC power cable and a data cable—to the back

Removing and Installing Parts 85Connecting and Disconnecting Drive CablesWhen removing an IDE drive data cable, grasp the colored pull tab and pull un

86 Removing and Installing Parts3Press in on the blue tabs on each side of the drive and slide the drive up and out of the computer.Installing a Hard

Removing and Installing Parts 873Gently slide the drive into place until you feel a click or feel the drive securely installed.4Connect the power and

88 Removing and Installing PartsAdding a Second Hard Drive CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instruc

Removing and Installing Parts 89Floppy Drive CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the P

Finding Information 9Finding Information NOTE: Additional documentation may be included with your computer, depending on your country.What Are You Lo

90 Removing and Installing Parts3Disconnect the power and data cables from the back of the floppy drive. NOTE: If you are installing a PCI Express x1

Removing and Installing Parts 91Installing a Floppy Drive NOTE: In the event the replacement or new floppy drive does not have the shoulder screws, u

92 Removing and Installing Parts6If you are installing a new floppy drive rather than replacing a drive, remove the drive-panel inserts (see "Flo

Removing and Installing Parts 93Media Card ReaderFor information on using the Media Card Reader, see "Using a Media Card Reader (Optional)"

94 Removing and Installing Parts5Disconnect the FlexBay USB cable on the back of the Media Card Reader from the Media Card Reader connector on the sys

Removing and Installing Parts 95Installing a Media Card Reader CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety ins

96 Removing and Installing Parts8Insert the Media Card Reader and slide it into place until it is fully seated.9Route the FlexBay USB cable through th

Removing and Installing Parts 974Disconnect the power and data cables from the back of the drive.power cabledata cableWD846bk2.book Page 97 Thursday

98 Removing and Installing Parts5Slide the drive latch release toward the bottom of the computer and, without releasing the drive latch release, slide

Removing and Installing Parts 994Connect the power and data cables to the drive.CD/DVD drivescrews (4)power cabledata cableWD846bk2.book Page 99 Thu