Manuale d’uso / di manutenzione del prodotto 2300 del fabbricante Dell
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Dell™Dimension™2300 Technical Overview Controls and Lights Solving Problems Advanced Troubleshooting Technical Specifications System Setup Program Adding and Replacing Parts Documentation Hints, Notices, and Cautions Abbreviations and Acronyms For a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see the Tell Me How help file.
Back to Contents Page Advanced Troubleshooting Dell™Dimension™2300 Beep Codes System Messages Using System Restore Drivers Resolving Software and Hardware .
1. Click the Start button. 2. Click Help and Support . 3. Click System Restore . 4. Follow the instructions on the screen. Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State If problems occur after installing a device driver, first try using Device Driver Rollback .
If you experience a problem with any device, perform the steps in the following sections to identify whether the driver is the source of your problem and to update the driver, if necessary. Identifying Drivers 1. Click the Start button and click Control Panel .
1. Click the Start button, and then click Control Panel . 2. Click Performance and Maintenance , and then click System . 3. Click the Hardware tab, and then click Device Manager . 4. In the Device Manager list, check for conflicts with the other devices.
3. If your computer already has Windows XP installed and you want to recover your current Windows XP data, type r to select the repair option, and then remove the CD from the drive. 4. If you want to install a new copy of Windows XP, press <Esc> to select the fresh copy option.
Back to Contents Page Documentation Dell™Dimension™2300 Finding Information for Your Computer Printed Documentation Online Documentation Finding Information for Your Com.
Printed Documentation To save PDF files (files with an extension of .pdf ) to your hard drive, right - click the document title, click Save Target As in Microsoft ® Internet Explorer or Save Link As in Netscape Navigator, and specify a location on your hard drive.
2. Click Save Target As in Microsoft Internet Explorer or Save Link As in Netscape Navigator, and specify c:windowssystem . 3. Click the Start button on the Microsoft Windows desktop, and then click Run . 4. Type regsvr32 hhactivex.dll and then press <Enter>.
Back to Contents Page Adding and Replacing Parts Dell™Dimension™2300 Shutting Down the Computer 1. Save and close any open files and exit any open programs. 2. Click the Start button and then click Turn off Computer . 3. Click Turn off .
8. Place the computer cover on a level surface. Looking Inside Your Computer Adding or Removing Cards 1. Shut down the computer through the Start menu.
5. Remove the computer cover . 6. Lay the computer on its side so that the system board is on the bottom of the inside of the computer. 7. Unscrew and remove the filler bracket for the card slot you want to use. 8. Align the cutout on the bottom of the card with the crossbar in the system board connector.
9. Secure the bracket on the end of the card with the screw you removed in step7 . 10. Connect any cables required for the card as described in the card documentation. 11. Replace the computer cover . 12. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.
5. Remove the computer cover . 6. Lay the computer on its side so that the system board is on the bottom of the inside of the computer. 7. If necessary, remove a memory module: a. Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector.
3. Disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer. 4. Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets, and then press the power button to ground the system board. 5. Remove the computer cover .
Removing the Front - Panel Insert 1. Shut down the computer through the Start menu. 2. Ensure that your computer and attached devices are turned off. If your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when you shut down your computer, turn them off now.
8. Unpack the replacement hard drive. 9. Check the jumper setting on the back of the replacement drive. Ensure that the jumper setting on the new device is set for "cable select" (see the documentation that came with the drive for information).
14. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on. 15. See the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on installing any software required for drive operation. Floppy Drive 1. Shut down the computer through the Start menu.
17. See the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on installing any software required for drive operation. Replacing the CD/DVD Drive 1. Shut down the computer through the Start menu. 2. Ensure that your computer and attached devices are turned off.
14. Connect the power and data cables to the new drive. 15. Check all cable connections, and fold cables out of the way to provide airflow for the fan and cooling vents. 16. Replace the front panel . 17. Replace the computer cover . 18.
11. Gently slide the drive into place. 12. Once the drive is in place, apply pressure to ensure the drive is fully seated. 13. Use the securing screw that came with the drive to attach the drive to the computer. 14. Connect a power cable to the new drive.
4. Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets, and then press the power button to ground the system board. 5. Remove the computer cover . 6. Lift up the heat - sink shroud. 7. Press down on the latches to remove the securing clips from the heat sink.
If any of the pins on the microprocessor appears to be bent, see "Contacting Dell" in your Owner's Manual for instructions on obtaining technical assistance. 2. Align the pin - 1 corner of the microprocessor with the pin - 1 corner of the socket.
1. Shut down the computer through the Start menu. 2. Ensure that your computer and attached devices are turned off. If your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when you shut down your computer, turn them off now. 3. Disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer.
4. Reinstall the microprocessor heat sink, and then lower the heat sink shroud. 5. Reattach the cables to the system board. 6. Reinstall any cards. 7. Replace the floppy drive . 8. Replace the computer cover . 9. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.
3. Reconnect the DC power cables to the drives and system board. 4. Replace the computer cover . 5. Connect the AC power cable to the AC power connector on the back of the power supply. 6. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.
from closing properly. 2. Ensure that no tools or extra parts are left inside the computer. 3. Place the computer cover on the computer. 4. Slide the computer cover towards the front of the computer until it fits completely into place. 5. Tighten the computer cover thumbscrew.
Back to Contents Page Solving Problems Dell™Dimension™2300 Finding Help Information Battery Problems Drive Problems Floppy drive problems Finding Help Information Mouse Pro.
CD drive problems Problems writing to a CD - RW drive DVD drive problems Hard drive problems E- Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems NOTICE: Do not attempt to clean drive heads with a swab. You may accidentally misalign the heads, which can render the drive inoperable .
Error Messages General Problems The computer stops responding A program stops responding A program crashes repeatedly If all commands receive responses, the modem is operating properly. Turn off call waiting (catch - phone) — See your telephone directory for instructions on deactivating this feature.
A program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system A solid blue screen appears Other software problems Other technical problems General hardware problems If your computer exhibits one or more of the following symptoms, a device conflict may exist: l Your computer locks up, particularly while using a specific device.
Keyboard Problems Mouse Problems Network Problems See " Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities ." Restart the computer — l If the mouse is functioning, shut down the computer through the Start menu. After the computer shuts down, press the power button to restart the computer.
Power Problems Printer Problems Restart the computer and try to log on to the network again Check your network settings — Contact your network administrator or the person who set up your network to verify that your network settings are correct and that the network is functioning.
Scanner Problems Sound and Speaker Problems No sound from speakers No sound from headphones See the printer documentation for instructions. HINT: Dell does not cover the scanner's warranty. If you need technical assistance for your scanner, call the scanner's manufacturer.
Video and Monitor Problems If the screen is blank If the screen is difficult to read Back to Contents Page 4. Double - click the name of your CD drive. 5. Click the Properties tab. 6. Uncheck the Enable digital CD audio for this CD - ROM device box.
Back to Contents Page Technical Specifications Dell™Dimension™2300 Microprocessor Video System Information Audio Expansion Bus Controls and L.
Back to Contents Page Audio three back miniature connectors for line - in, line - out, and microphone; one front miniature connector for line - out Internally accessible: Primary IDE channel 40 - .
Back to Contents Page System Setup Program Dell™Dimension™2300 Overview Each time you turn on or restart your computer, the computer compares the hardware installed in the computer to the hardware listed in the configuration information stored in NVRAM on the system board.
Advanced Screen Option Function Date Resets the time on the computer's internal calendar. Time Resets the time on the computer's internal clock. BIOS Version Displays the version of the BIOS being used. Processor Type Displays the type of microprocessor installed.
Peripheral Configuration Submenu IDE Configuration Submenu Option Function USB Controller Sets the USB controller to either Enabled (default) or Disabled . Legacy USB Support Set to Disabled if legacy USB support is not desired. Enabled (default) allows support for legacy USB.
IDE Primary Master Submenu Diskette Configuration Submenu Event Log Configuration Submenu Option Function IDE HDD Auto - Detection Press <Enter> to start auto - detection for the primary IDE hard drive. IDE Primary Master Specifies the type of hard drive.
Security Screen Power Screen Option Function Event Logging The event log function is activated when set to Enabled (default). Disabled deactivates the event log function. Clear Event Log Clears the event log when the computer restarts if set to Yes . Retains the event log information if set to No (default).
Boot Screen Option Function ACPI Suspend Type Determines the ACPI suspend type. Options are S3 (default) and S1 . Wake - Up by PCI Device Allows a PCI device to wake up the computer. The options are Enabled (default) and Disabled . AC Power Recovery Determines what state the computer enters when AC power is restored after a power loss.
Exit Screen Clearing Forgotten Passwords If you forget your supervisor or setup password, you cannot operate your computer or change settings in the system setup program until you clear the forgotten password(s). 1. Shut down the computer . 2. Turn off any attached devices and disconnect them from their electrical outlets.
14. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on. 15. If you are prompted to press <F1> to continue, press <F1>. Clearing CMOS To clear the computer's CMOS: 1. Shut down the computer . 2. Turn off any attached devices and disconnect them from their electrical outlets.
Back to Contents Page Technical Overview Dell™Dimension™2300 Internal View System Board Connectors and Sockets Power Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments Internal View Sy.
Power Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments DC Power Connector P1 DC Power Connectors P2, P3, P5, and P6 DC Power Connector P7 Pin Number Signal name 18 - AWG Wire 1 +3.3 VDC Orange 2 +3.3 VDC Orange 3 COM Black 4 +5 VDC Red 5 COM Black 6 +5 VDC Red 7 COM Black 8 POK* Gray 9 +5 VFP Purple 10 +12 VDC Yellow 11 +3.
DC Power Connector P8 Back to Contents Page Pin Number Signal Name 18 - AWG Wire 1 COM Black 2 COM Black 3 +12 VDC Yellow 4 +12 VDC Yellow.
Back to Contents Page Controls and Lights Dell™Dimension™2300 Front View Back View Front View Back View 1 CD or DVD drive activity light The drive activity light is on when the computer reads data from the CD or DVD drive. 2 CD or DVD eject button Press this button to eject your disc from the CD or DVD drive.
Back to Contents Page 1 mouse connector Plug your computer's PS/2 mouse into the green mouse connector. Turn off the computer and any attached devices before you connect a mouse to the computer. 2 serial connector Connect a serial device, such as a handheld device, to the serial connector.
Back to Contents Page Dell™Dimension™2300 Hints, Notices, and Cautions Hints, Notices, and Cautions Information in this document is subject to change without notice. © 2002DellComputerCorporation.Allrightsreserved.
Un punto importante, dopo l’acquisto del dispositivo (o anche prima di acquisto) è quello di leggere il manuale. Dobbiamo farlo per diversi motivi semplici:
Se non hai ancora comprato il Dell 2300 è un buon momento per familiarizzare con i dati di base del prodotto. Prime consultare le pagine iniziali del manuale d’uso, che si trova al di sopra. Dovresti trovare lì i dati tecnici più importanti del Dell 2300 - in questo modo è possibile verificare se l’apparecchio soddisfa le tue esigenze. Esplorando le pagine segenti del manuali d’uso Dell 2300 imparerai tutte le caratteristiche del prodotto e le informazioni sul suo funzionamento. Le informazioni sul Dell 2300 ti aiuteranno sicuramente a prendere una decisione relativa all’acquisto.
In una situazione in cui hai già il Dell 2300, ma non hai ancora letto il manuale d’uso, dovresti farlo per le ragioni sopra descritte. Saprai quindi se hai correttamente usato le funzioni disponibili, e se hai commesso errori che possono ridurre la durata di vita del Dell 2300.
Tuttavia, uno dei ruoli più importanti per l’utente svolti dal manuale d’uso è quello di aiutare a risolvere i problemi con il Dell 2300. Quasi sempre, ci troverai Troubleshooting, cioè i guasti più frequenti e malfunzionamenti del dispositivo Dell 2300 insieme con le istruzioni su come risolverli. Anche se non si riesci a risolvere il problema, il manuale d’uso ti mostrerà il percorso di ulteriori procedimenti – il contatto con il centro servizio clienti o il servizio più vicino.
