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Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Documentation for Your Computer Finding Information for Your Computer Technical Specifications System Board Components Cleaning Your Comput.
Notes, Notices, and Cautions Abbreviations and Acronyms For a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see the Glossary . IfyoupurchasedaDell™nSeriescomputer,anyreferencesinthisdocumenttoMicrosoft ® Windows ® operating systems are not applicable.
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Back to Contents Page Advanced Features Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Booting to a USB Device Memory Key 1. Insert the memory key into a USB port and restart the computer. 2. When F12 = Boot Menu appears in the upper - right corner of the screen, press <F12>.
To change a jumper setting, pull the plug off its pin(s) and carefully fit it down onto the pin(s) indicated. System Board Jumper Settings LegacySelect Technology Control Legac.
For more information about Dell's ASF implementation, see the ASF User's Guide and the ASF Administrator's Guide , which are available on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com . Dell OpenManage IT Assistant IT Assistant configures, manages, and monitors computers and other devices on a corporate network.
You cannot change or enter a new system password if either of the following two options is displayed: l Enabled — A system password is assigned. l Disabled — The system password is disabled by a jumper setting on the system board.
Type the password and press <Enter>. If you have assigned a setup password, the computer accepts your setup password as an alternate system password. If you type a wrong or incomplete system password, the following message appears on the screen: ** Incorrect password.
The computer prompts you to type and verify the password. If a character is not permitted, the computer emits a beep. 3. Type and then verify the password. After you verify the password, the Setup Password setting changes to Enabled . The next time you enter system setup, the computer prompts you for the setup password.
7. Open the computer cover. 8. Replace the PSWD jumper plug. 9. Close the computer cover and reconnect the computer and devices to electrical outlets and turn them on.
l Shutdown . This sleep state removes all power from the computer except a small auxiliary amount. As long as the computer remains connected to an electrical outlet, it can be automatically or remotely started. For example, the Auto Power On option in system setup allows the computer to automatically start at a specified time.
Padlock Ring and Security Cable Slot Use one of the following methods to secure your computer: l Use a padlock alone or a padlock and looped security cable with the padlock ring.
Boot Sequence This feature allows users to change the sequence of devices from which the computer boots. Option Settings l Normal — ( Available only for the current boot process) The computer attempts to boot from the sequence of devices specified in system setup .
5. Press plus (+) or minus ( – ) to move a selected device up or down the list. System Setup Options AC Power Recovery — Determines what happens when AC power is restored to the computer l.
Back to Contents Page l Sound — Settings are On (default) or Off . l USB Controller — Settings are On (default) or Off . l USB Emulation — Settings are On (default) or Off . l Network Interface Controller — Settings are On (default), Off , or On w/ PXE.
Back to Contents Page Advanced Troubleshooting Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Dell Diagnostics Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities Using Microsoft.
3. When the boot device list appears, highlight IDE CD - ROM Device and press <Enter>. 4. Select the IDE CD - ROM Device option from the CD boot menu. 5. Select the Boot from CD - ROM option from the menu that appears. 6. Type 1 to start the ResourceCD menu.
4. In the System Properties window, click the Hardware tab. 5. Click Device Manager . 6. Right - click the device for which the new driver was installed and click Properties .
1. Click the Start button, point to All Programs → Accessories → System Tools , and then click System Restore . 2. Ensure that Restore my computer to an earlier time is selected and click Next . 3. Click a calendar date to which you want to restore your computer.
before you installed the new device driver. To reinstall Windows XP, you need the following items: l Dell™ Operating System CD l Dell Drivers and Utilities CD l Product Ke.
6. When the Regional and Language Options screen appears, select the settings for your location and click Next . 7. Enter your name and organization (optional) in the Personalize Your Software screen, and click Next .
Booting From the Operating System CD 1. Save and close any open files and exit any open programs. 2. Insert the Operating System CD. If any program starts automatically, exit the program before proceeding. 3. Restart the computer. 4.
Conflicts are indicated by a yellow exclamation point ( ! ) beside the conflicting device or a red X if the device has been disabled. 5. Double - click any conflicting device listed to display the Properties window to determine what needs to be reconfigured or removed from the Device Manager.
Back to Contents Page Battery Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Replacing the Battery A coin - cell battery maintains computer configuration, date, and time information.
6. Close the computer cover, and plug your computer and devices into electrical outlets. 7. Attach the computer stand, if it is used. 8. After you open and close the cover, the chassis.
Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Recommended Tools Shutting Down Your Computer This section provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your computer.
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Back to Contents Page Chassis Intrusion Switch Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Replacing the Chassis Intrusion Switch Resetting the Chassis Intrusion Detector Replacing the Chassis Intrusion Switch 1. Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin .
Small Mini - Tower Computer 4. Slide the chassis intrusion switch into its slot and reconnect the cable to the connector on the control panel. 5. Close the computer cover. 6. Attach the computer stand , if it is used. 7. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.
3. Press <Alt><b> to restart the computer and implement your changes. Back to Contents Page .
Back to Contents Page Cleaning Your Computer Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor Mouse Floppy Drive CDs and DVDs Computer, Keyboard,.
2. With a soft, lint - free cloth, gently wipe the bottom of the disc (the unlabeled side) in a straight line from the center to the outer edge of the disc.
Back to Contents Page Control Panel Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Removing the Control Panel Small Form - Factor Computer 1.
3. Remove the metal control - panel shield. 4. Remove the screw that holds the control panel to the computer, and remove the control panel. Small Desktop Computer 1. Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin ." 2. Remove the front I/O panel .
4. If necessary, remove the computer cover screw. 5. Close the computer and remove the computer cover. 6. Remove the screw that secures the control panel to the computer, and pull the control panel away from the computer. Replacing the Control Panel Small Form - Factor Computer 1.
3. Replace the computer cover and ensure that the two metal hooks and tabs are securely in position. 4. To replace the front mask and accent door, press them into position.
Follow the steps in the " Removing the Control Panel " procedure in the reverse order, ensuring that all tabs are secure. Back to Contents Page .
Back to Contents Page Closing the Computer Cover Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide 1. Ensure that all cables are connected, and fold cables out of the way. Gently pull the power cables toward you so that they do not get caught underneath the drives.
Back to Contents Page Documentation for Your Computer Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Back to Contents Page .
Back to Contents Page Ergonomic Computing Habits Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide For comfort and efficiency, observe the following ergonomic guidelines when setting up and using your computer workstation: l Position your computer so that the monitor and keyboard are directly in front of you as you work.
3. International Organization for Standardization (ISO). ISO 9241 Ergonomics requirements for office work with visual display terminals (VDTs) . Geneva, Switzerland: International Organization for Standardization, 1992.
Back to Contents Page Finding Information for Your Computer Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide What are you looking for? FindItHere l A diagnostic program.
Back to Contents Page l Details on my computer configuration l Service contract for my computer l How to reinstall my operating system Operating System CD The operating system is already installed on your computer. To reinstall your operating system, use the Operating System CD.
Back to Contents Page Getting Help Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Technical Assistance Problems With Your Order Product Information Return.
ftp.dell.com/ Log in as user: anonymous , and use your e - mail address as your password. l Electronic Support Service mobile_support@us.dell.com support@us.dell.com apsupport@dell.com (Asian/Pacific countries only) support.
Problems With Your Order If you have a problem with your order, such as missing parts, wrong parts, or incorrect billing, contact Dell for customer assistance. Have your invoice or packing slip handy when you call. For the telephone number to call, see the contact numbers for your region.
Contacting Dell To contact Dell electronically, you can access the following websites: l www.dell.com l support.dell.com (technical support) l premiersupport.
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Back to Contents Page Corporate/Public Sector Sales 01344860456 Uruguay General Support toll - free:000 - 413 - 598 - 2521 U.
Back to Contents Page Glossary Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide A B C D E F G H I K L M .
cm/sec — centimeters per second Control Panel — Part of the computer console that contains indicators and controls, such as the power switch, hard - drive access indicator, and power indicator. controller — Chips that control the transfer of data between the processor and memory or between the processor and devices.
G G — gravity — A measurement of weight and force. GB — gigabyte — A unit of data that equals 1024 MB (1,073,741,824 bytes) and measures drive storage capacity. GHz — gigahertz — A measurement of frequency that equals one thousand million Hz, or one thousand MHz.
MHz — megahertz — A measure of frequency that equals 1 million cycles per second. The speeds for computer processors, buses, and interfaces are typically measured in MHz. mm — millimeter — A unit of length that equals one thousandth of a meter or 1/25 inch.
S SDRAM — synchronous dynamic random - access memory — A type of DRAM that is synchronized with the optimal clock speed of the processor. serial connector — An I/O port often used to connect devices such as a handheld digital device or digital camera to your computer.
W — watt — The measurement of electrical power. One W is 1 ampere of current flowing at 1 volt. Z Zip — A popular data compression format. Files that have been compressed with the Zip format are called Zip files and usually have a filename extension of .
Back to Contents Page I/O Panel Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Removing the I/O Panel 1. Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin ." 2. If you have installed a padlock through the padlock ring on the back panel, remove the padlock.
Small Mini - Tower Computer 1. Disconnect the control - panel cable from the control - panel connector on the I/O panel. Disconnect the I/O cable from the I/O panel. Note the routing of the control - panel cable as you remove it from the computer so that you can replace it correctly.
3. From inside the chassis cover, remove the mounting screw that secures the I/O panel to the chassis. 4. Remove the I/O panel from the chassis. Replacing the I/O Panel To replace the I/O panel, follow the removal procedures in reverse.
Back to Contents Page Memory Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide DDR Memory Overview Installing Memory Removing Memory For information on the type of memory supported by your computer, look under " Memory " in the "Technical Specifications" section.
3. Align the notch on the bottom of the module with the crossbar in the connector. 4. Insert the module into the connector until the module snaps into position. If you insert the module correctly, the securing clips snap into the cutouts at each end of the module.
After you open and close the cover, the chassis intrusion detector, if enabled, causes the following message to appear on the screen at the next computer start - up: ALERT! Cover was previously removed. 8. Reset the chassis intrusion detector by changing Chassis Intrusion to Enabled or Enabled - Silent .
Back to Contents Page Power Supply Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Removing the Power Supply Replacing the Power Supply DC Power Connectors Removing the Power Supply Small Form - Factor Computer 1.
1. Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin ." 2. Disconnect the DC power cables from the system board and the drives. Note the routing of the DC power cables underneath the tabs in the computer frame as you remove them from the system board and drives.
5. Slide the power supply toward the front of the computer approximately 1 inch. 6. Lift the power supply up and out of the computer. Replacing the Power Supply 1. Slide the power supply into place. 2. On the small mini - tower computer, replace the two screws that secure the power supply to the back of the computer frame.
DC Power Connector P1 DC Power Connector P2 NOTE: Your power supply may have an SATA connector, which is not used with any component in your computer. Pin Number Signal name 18 - AWG Wire 1 +3.3 VDC Orange 2 +3.
DC Power Connector P3 DC Power Connectors P4 and P5 Small Desktop Power Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments Pin Number Signal Name 18 - AWG Wire 1 COM .
DC Power Connector P1 DC Power Connector P6 NOTE: Your power supply may have an SATA connector, which is not used with any component in your computer. Pin Number Signal name 18 - AWG Wire 1 +3.3 VDC Orange 2 +3.
DC Power Connectors P2, P3, and P4 DC Power Connector P5 Small Mini - tower Power Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments Pin Number Signal Name 18 - AWG Wire 1.
DC Power Connector P1 NOTE: Your power supply may have an SATA connector, which is not used with any component in your computer. Pin Number Signal name 18 - AWG Wire 1 +3.
DC Power Connector P2 DC Power Connectors P3, P5, P6, P8, and P9 DC Power Connector P7 Back to Contents Page *Sense connector.
Back to Contents Page Regulatory Notices Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) is the ability of items of electronic equipment to function properly together in the electronic environment.
Class B This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Set 2: For – 48 - VDC powered systems l EN 55022 — " Information Technology Equipment — Radio Disturbance Characteristics — Limits and Methods of Measurement." l EN 50082 - 1 — " Electromagnetic Compatibility - Generic Immunity Standard - Part 1: Residential, Commercial and Light Industry.
This is a Class A product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) for information technology equipment. If this equipment is used in a domestic environment, radio disturbance may arise. When such trouble occurs, the user may be required to take corrective actions.
Please note that this device has been approved for business purposes with regard to electromagnetic interference. If you find that this device is not suitable for your use, you may exchange it for a nonbusiness - purpose device.
BSMI Notice (Taiwan Only) If you find a or mark on the regulatory label on the bottom, side, or back panel of your computer, the following section is applicable: .
NOM Information (Mexico Only) The following information is provided on the device(s) described in this document in compliance with the requirements of the official Mexican standards (NOM): .
Back to Contents Page System Board Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide 1. Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin ." 2. Remove any components that restrict access to the system board. 3.
15. Attach the computer stand, if used. 16. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on. Back to Contents Page NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network wall jack and then plug it into the computer.
Back to Contents Page CAUTION: Safety Instructions Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Use the following safety guidelines to help ensure your own personal safety and to help protect your computer and working environment from potential damage.
SAFETY: When Working Inside Your Computer Before you open the computer cover, perform the following steps in the sequence indicated. 1. Perform an orderly computer shutdown using the operating system menu. 2. Turn off your computer and any devices connected to the computer.
SAFETY: Battery Disposal Your computer uses a lithium battery. The lithium battery is a long - life battery, and it is very possible that you will never need to replace it. However, should you need to replace it, see " Battery ." Do not dispose of the battery along with household waste.
Back to Contents Page About Your Computer Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Front View Back View Inside Your Computer Attaching and Removing the Computer Stand Front View 1 front panel door Open the door to use the front panel connectors.
Back View 1 back - panel connectors The connectors for your computer. 2 card slots The slot for PCI cards or a second serial port card.
Inside Your Computer Cable Colors Attaching and Removing the Computer Stand Your computer can be used in either a vertical or horizontal position. 12 video connector Plug the cable from your VGA - compatible monitor into the blue connector.
To use the computer in a vertical position, you must attach the computer stand: 1. Place the computer on its right side so that the drive bays are at the bottom.
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Back to Contents Page Drives Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide General Installation Guidelines Hard Drive Front - Panel Inserts Floppy Drive .
also have an audio connector; one end of the audio cable will attach to the drive connector and the other will attach to the system board. IDE Drive Connector Most interface connectors are keyed for correct insertion; that is, a notch or a missing pin on one connector matches a tab or a filled - in hole on the other connector.
2. Press in on the tabs on each side of the drive and slide the drive up and out. Installing a Hard Drive 1. Check the documentation for the drive to verify that it is configured for your computer. 2. Unpack the replacement hard drive, and prepare it for installation.
4. Install the hard drive into the computer by gently sliding the drive into place until you hear it securely click. 5. Connect the power and hard - drive cables to the drive. 6. Check all connectors to be certain that they are properly cabled and firmly seated.
For instructions, see the documentation that came with your operating system. 15. Test the hard drive by running the Dell Diagnostics . 16. If the drive you just installed is the primary drive, install your operating system on the hard drive. For instructions, see the documentation that came with your operating system.
Floppy Drive 1. Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin ." 2. If you are installing a new floppy drive rather than replacing a drive, remove the front - panel inserts . Removing a Floppy Drive 1. Disconnect the power and data cables from the CD/DVD drive located above the floppy drive.
1. If the replacement drive does not have the bracket rails attached, remove the rails from the old drive by removing the two screws that secure each rail to the drive.
After you open and close the cover, the chassis intrusion detector, if enabled, causes the following message to appear on the screen at the next computer start - up: ALERT! Cover was previously removed. 11. Reset the chassis intrusion detector by changing Chassis Intrusion to Enabled or Enabled - Silent .
Installing a CD/DVD Drive 1. Unpack the drive and prepare it for installation. Check the documentation that accompanied the drive to verify that the drive is configured for your computer. If you are installing an IDE drive, configure the drive for the cable select setting.
6. If you are installing a drive that has its own controller card, install the controller card in a card slot. 7. Check all cable connections, and fold cables out of the way to provide airflow for the fan and cooling vents. 8. If the CD/DVD drive bay was previously empty, remove the front - panel inserts .
Back to Contents Page PCI Cards and Serial Port Adapters Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide PCI Cards Serial Port Adapters YourDell™computerprovidesslotsforuptotwo32 - bit, 33 - MHz PCI cards, or one PCI card and one serial port adapter.
2. If you are installing a new card, remove the filler bracket to create an empty card - slot opening. If you are replacing a card that is already installed in the computer, remove the card. If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the card.
7. Reconnect any cables that you removed in step1 in the previous procedure. 8. Connect any cables that should be attached to the card. See the documentation for the card for information about the card's cable connections. 9.
4. If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the card. 5. Grasp the card by its top corners, and ease it out of its connector. 6. If you are removing the card permanently, install a filler bracket in the empty card - slot opening. If you need a filler bracket, contact Dell .
7. Close the computer cover, reconnect the computer and devices to their electrical outlets, and turn them on. After you open and close the cover, the chassis intrusion detector, if enabled, causes the following message to appear on the screen at the next computer start - up: ALERT! Cover was previously removed.
After you open and close the cover, the chassis intrusion detector, if enabled, causes the following message to appear on the screen at the next computer start - up: ALERT! Cover was previously removed. 9. Reset the chassis intrusion detector by changing Chassis Intrusion to Enabled or Enabled - Silent .
Back to Contents Page Adding and Removing Parts Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Opening the Computer Cover 1. Perform an orderly computer shutdown using the operating system menu. 2. Turn off any attached devices and disconnect them from their electrical outlets.
Back to Contents Page Processor Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide 1. Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin ." 2. Disconnect the cooling fan power cable from the FAN connector on the system board.
8. Unpack the new processor. If any of the pins on the processor appear to be bent, contact Dell for instructions on obtaining technical assistance. 9. If the release lever on the socket is not fully extended, move it to that position.
If you are installing a processor replacement kit from Dell, return the processor to Dell in the same package in which your replacement kit was sent. 13. Reinstall the two screws that attach the blower to the heat sink. 14. Lower the heat sink/blower assembly to the processor so that the heat sink fits in the retention base.
Back to Contents Page About Your Computer Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Front View Back View Inside Your Computer Attaching and Removing .
Inside Your Computer 1 parallel connector Connect a parallel device, such as a printer, to the parallel connector. If you have a USB printer, plug it into a USB connector.
Cable Colors Attaching and Removing the Computer Stand The computer can be used in either a vertical or horizontal position. To use the computer in a vertical position, you must attach the computer stand: 1. Place the computer on its right side so that the drive bays are at the bottom.
To remove the computer stand: 1. Turn the computer over so that the stand is at the top. 2. Loosen the thumbscrew and lift the stand away. 3.
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Back to Contents Page Drives Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide General Installation Guidelines Hard Drive Front - Panel Inserts Floppy Drive .
Most interface connectors are keyed for correct insertion; that is, a notch or a missing pin on one connector matches a tab or a filled - in hole on the other connector. Keyed connectors ensure that the pin - 1 wire in the cable (indicated by the colored stripe along one edge of the cable) goes to the pin - 1 end of the connector.
2. Press in on the tabs on each side of the drive and slide the drive toward the I/O panel and remove it from the computer. Installing a Hard Drive 1.
3. Install the hard drive into the computer by gently sliding the drive into place until you hear it securely click. 4. Connect the power and hard - drive cables to the drive. 5. Check all connectors to be certain that they are properly cabled and firmly seated.
Front - Panel Inserts If you are installing a new floppy or CD/DVD drive rather than replacing a drive, remove the front - panel insert. Floppy Drive 1.
b. To release the floppy - drive cable from the connector, slide the lever until it is fully extended, and then lift the cable away. 6. Remove the floppy drive from its sled by pulling the sled tab out while pushing the drive up and then sliding the drive out of the sled.
4. Attach the power cable to the interposer board on the floppy drive. 5. Attach the CD/DVD drive cable and the power cable to the CD/DVD drive.
12. Verify that your computer works correctly by running the Dell Diagnostics . CD/DVD Drive Removing a CD/DVD Drive 1. Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin ." 2. Disconnect the power and audio cables from the interposer board.
2. Unpack the drive and prepare it for installation. Check the documentation that accompanied the drive to verify that the drive is configured for your computer. If you are installing an IDE drive, configure the drive for the cable select setting.
10. Update your configuration information by setting the appropriate Drive option ( 0 or 1 ) under Drives : Secondary to Auto . See " Drive Configuration " for more information.
Back to Contents Page PCI Cards and Serial Port Adapters Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide PCI Cards Serial Port Adapters YourDell™computerprovidesanexpansionslotforonelow - profile, 32 - bit, 33 - MHz PCI card or serial port adapter.
3. If you are installing a new card, remove the filler bracket to create an empty card - slot opening, then continue with step5 . 4. If you are replacing a card that is already installed in the computer, remove the card (see " Removing a PCI Card ").
10. Close the computer cover, reconnect the computer and devices to their electrical outlets, and turn them on. After you open and close the cover, the chassis intrusion detector, if enabled, causes the following message to appear on the screen at the next computer start - up: ALERT! Cover was previously removed.
Serial Port Adapters Installing a Serial Port Adapter 1. Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin ." 2. Raise the retention arm.
5. If you are removing the card permanently, install a filler bracket in the empty card - slot opening. If you need a filler bracket, contact Dell . 6. Lower the retention arm and press it into place. 7. Close the computer cover, reconnect the computer and devices to their electrical outlets, and turn them on.
Back to Contents Page Adding and Removing Parts Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Opening the Computer Cover 1. Perform an orderly computer shutdown using the operating system menu. 2. Turn off any attached devices and disconnect them from their electrical outlets.
Back to Contents Page Processor Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide 1. Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin ." 2. Disconnect the cooling fan power cable from the FAN connector on the system board.
8. Unpack the new processor. If any of the pins on the processor appear to be bent, contact Dell for instructions on obtaining technical assistance. 9. If the release lever on the socket is not fully extended, move it to that position.
If you are installing a processor replacement kit from Dell, return the processor to Dell in the same package in which your replacement kit was sent. 13. Reinstall the two screws that attach the blower to the heat sink. 14. Lower the heat sink/blower assembly to the processor so that the heat sink fits in the retention base.
Back to Contents Page About Your Computer Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Front View Back View Inside Your Computer Front View 1 CD - drive eject button Press this button to eject your CD from the CD drive.
Back View 1 power connector The connection for the power cable. 2 voltage selection switch (may not be available on all computers) See the safety instructions for more information. 3 back - panel connectors The connectors for your computer.
Inside Your Computer Cable Colors On computers with a sound card, the line - in connector is on the card. 8 line - out connector Use the green line - out connector (available on computers with integrated sound) to attach headphones and most speakers with integrated amplifiers.
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Back to Contents Page Drives Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide General Installation Guidelines Hard Drive Front - Panel Inserts Floppy Drive .
Most interface connectors are keyed for correct insertion; that is, a notch or a missing pin on one connector matches a tab or a filled - in hole on the other connector. Keyed connectors ensure that the pin - 1 wire in the cable (indicated by the colored stripe along one edge of the cable) goes to the pin - 1 end of the connector.
2. Press in on the tabs on each side of the drive and slide the drive up and out. Installing a Hard Drive 1. Unpack the replacement hard drive, and prepare it for installation. 2. Check the documentation for the drive to verify that it is configured for your computer.
5. Connect the power and hard - drive cables to the drive. 6. Check all connectors to be certain that they are properly cabled and firmly seated. 7. Close the computer cover . 8. Connect your computer and devices to their electrical outlets, and turn them on.
1. Check the documentation for the drive to verify that it is configured for your computer. 2. Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin ." 3. Remove the two green plastic rails from the inside of the hard - drive bay by gently pulling the rails up and out of the bay.
9. Close the computer cover . 10. Connect your computer and devices to their electrical outlets, and turn them on. See the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on installing any software required for drive operation.
4. From the outside of the computer, pull the insert away from the computer's front panel. 5. Remove the insert from the insert frame by pressing on the four tabs. Floppy Drive Removing a Floppy Drive 1. Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin .
4. Press inward on the two tabs on the sides of the drive, slide the drive upward, and remove it from the floppy - drive bay. Installing a Floppy Drive 1.
3. Attach the power and floppy - drive cables to the floppy drive. 4. Connect the other end of the floppy - drive cable to the connector labeled DSKT on the system board. 5. If you are installing a new floppy drive rather than replacing a drive, remove the front - panel inserts .
Removing a CD/DVD Drive 1. Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin ." 2. Disconnect the power, audio, and CD/DVD drive cables from the back of the drive. 3. Press inward on the two tabs on the sides of the drive, and then slide the drive upward and remove it from the drive bay.
4. Gently slide the drive into place until the tabs securely click into position. 5. Connect the power, audio, and CD/DVD drive cables to the drive. 6. If you are installing a new CD/DVD drive rather than replacing a drive, remove the front - panel inserts .
computer start - up: ALERT! Cover was previously removed. 12. Reset the chassis intrusion detector by changing Chassis Intrusion to Enabled or Enabled - Silent . 13. Verify that your computer works correctly by running the Dell Diagnostics .
Back to Contents Page PCI Cards and Serial Port Adapters Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide PCI Cards Serial Port Adapters YourDell™computerprovidesslotsforuptofour32 - bit, 33 - MHz PCI cards, or three PCI cards and a serial port adapter.
3. If you are installing a new card, remove the filler bracket to create a card - slot opening, and then continue with step5 . 4. If you are replacing a card that is already installed in the computer, remove the card. If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the card.
8. Connect any cables that should be attached to the card. See the documentation for the card for information about the card's cable connections. 9. Close the computer cover, reconnect the computer and devices to their electrical outlets, and turn them on.
2. Press the lever on the card retention arm and raise the retention arm (see step2 in the previous procedure). 3. If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the card. 4. Grasp the card by its top corners, and ease it out of its connector.
5. Attach the serial adapter cable to the serial port connector on the system board (labeled SER2). 6. Close the computer cover, reconnect the computer and devices to their electrical outlets, and turn them on.
Back to Contents Page Adding and Removing Parts Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Opening the Computer Cover 1. Perform an orderly computer shutdown using the operating system menu. 2. Turn off any attached devices and disconnect them from their electrical outlets.
Back to Contents Page Processor Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Removing the Processor Installing the Processor Removing the Processor 1. Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin ." 2.
6. Pull the release lever straight up until the processor is released. 7. Remove the processor from the socket. Leave the release lever extended in the release position so that the socket is ready for the new processor.
2. Align pin 1 (the imprinted corner) of the processor and pin 1 of the socket. 3. Carefully set the processor in the socket and press it down lightly to seat it. 4. Rotate the release lever back toward the system board until it snaps into place, securing the processor.
replacement kit was sent. 8. Reconnect the cooling fan power cable to the FAN connector on the system board. 9. Reconnect the power cable to the 12VPOWER connector on the system board. 10. Close the computer cover. 11. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.
Back to Contents Page Solving Problems Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Battery Problems Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist as you complete these checks. Card Problems Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist as you complete these checks.
Diagnostic Lights To help you troubleshoot a problem, your computer is equipped with four lights on the back panel labeled "A," "B," "C," and "D." These lights can be yellow or green. When the computer starts up normally, the lights flash.
Drive Problems Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist as you complete these checks. CD and DVD drive problems Problems writing to a CD/DVD - RW drive Hard drive problems yellow yellow yellow green No memory detected Reseat all memory modules and restart the computer.
Error Messages Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist as you complete these checks. If the message is not listed, see the documentation for the operating system or the program that was running when the message appeared. 4. Click the Tools tab.
Keyboard Problems Lockups and Software Problems boot device. l Enter system setup and ensure that the boot sequence information is correct. No boot sector on hard - diskdrive — Enter system setup and ensure that the computer configuration information for the hard drive is correct.
The computer does not start up The computer stops responding A program stops responding A program crashes repeatedly A solid blue screen appears Other software problems Memory Problems Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist as you complete these checks.
Mouse Problems Network Problems Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist as you complete these checks. Power Problems Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist as you complete these checks. CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions .
Printer Problems Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist as you complete these checks. Serial or Parallel Device Problems Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist as you complete these checks. l Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp.
Sound and Speaker Problems Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist as you complete these checks. No sound from speakers No sound from headphones Video and Monitor Problems Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist as you complete these checks.
If the screen is blank If the screen is difficult to read Wet Computer Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist as you complete these checks. Back to Contents Page CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions .
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Back to Contents Page Technical Specifications Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Processor Ports Memory Key Combinations Computer I.
Small form - factor computer expansion - card connector one PCI slot; low - profile cards are supported (card size = 6.35 cm [2.5 inches] high by 16.76 cm [6.6 inches] long) Small desktop computer expansion - card connectors: two PCI slots; half - length cards are supported (card size = 10.
Back to Contents Page <Ctrl><Alt><D> launches the hard - drive diagnostics utility during computer start - up Controls and Lights Power control push button .
Back to Contents Page System Board Components Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Back to Contents Page 1 floppy drive connector (DSKT) 11 CD drive audio cable con.
Back to Contents Page Telephony Applications Programming Interface (TAPI) Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Installing a TAPI - Compliant Modem Card Instal.
1. Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin ." 2. Install the TAPI - compliant sound card. 3. Connect external audio devices to the sound card's connectors. Do not connect external audio devices to the microphone, speaker/headphone, or line - in connectors on the front or back panel of your computer.
Back to Contents Page Warranty and Return Policy Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Dell Inc. ("Dell") manufactures its hardware products from parts and components that are new or equivalent to new in accordance with industry - standard practices.
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 GX60 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 GX60 - in questo modo è possibile verificare se l’apparecchio soddisfa le tue esigenze. Esplorando le pagine segenti del manuali d’uso Dell GX60 imparerai tutte le caratteristiche del prodotto e le informazioni sul suo funzionamento. Le informazioni sul Dell GX60 ti aiuteranno sicuramente a prendere una decisione relativa all’acquisto.
In una situazione in cui hai già il Dell GX60, 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 GX60.
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 GX60. Quasi sempre, ci troverai Troubleshooting, cioè i guasti più frequenti e malfunzionamenti del dispositivo Dell GX60 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.
