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Dell Dimension YH242 Owner's Manual

Dell Dimension YH242 Owner's Manual (174 pages)

Dell Desktop Computer Owner's Manual

Brand: Dell | Category: Desktop | Size: 11.96 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
3
Finding Information
9
1 Setting up and Using Your Computer

13
- Front View of the Computer
  13
- Back View of the Computer
  15
- Back Panel Connectors
  16
- Connecting Monitors
  17
- Setting up a Printer
  20
  - Printer Cable
    20
  - Connecting a USB Printer
    20
- Connecting to the Internet
  21
  - Setting up Your Internet Connection
    21
- Setting up a Home and Office Network
  22
  - Connecting to a Network Adapter
    22
  - Network Setup Wizard
    23
- Transferring Information to a New Computer
  23
  - Running the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard with the Operating System CD
    24
  - Running the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard Without the Operating System CD
    25
- Playing Cds and Dvds
  26
  - Playing a CD or DVD
    26
  - Adjusting the Volume
    28
  - Adjusting the Picture
    28
- Copying Cds and Dvds
  28
  - How to Copy a CD or DVD
    29
  - Using Blank Cds and Dvds
    29
  - Helpful Tips
    30
- Using a Media Card Reader (Optional)
  31
- IEEE 1394 (Optional)
  32
- Power Management
  32
  - Overview
    32
  - Standby Mode
    32
  - Hibernate Mode
    33
  - Power Options Properties
    33
- Cleaning Your Computer
  34
2 Optimizing Performance

37
3 Solving Problems

49
- Troubleshooting Tips
  49
- Battery Problems
  49
- Drive Problems
  50
  - CD and DVD Drive Problems
    50
  - Hard Drive Problems
    51
- E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
  51
- Error Messages
  53
- Media Card Reader Problems
  54
- Keyboard Problems
  54
- Lockups and Software Problems
  55
- Memory Problems
  57
- Mouse Problems
  57
- Network Problems
  58
- Power Problems
  59
- Printer Problems
  60
- Scanner Problems
  60
- Sound and Speaker Problems
  61
  - No Sound from Speakers
    61
  - No Sound from Headphones
    62
- Video and Monitor Problems
  62
  - The Screen Is Blank
    62
  - The Screen Is Difficult to Read
    63
4 Troubleshooting Tools

65
- Diagnostic Lights
  65
- Dell Diagnostics
  68
  - Dell Diagnostics Main Menu
    69
- Drivers
  70
  - What Is a Driver
    70
  - Identifying Drivers
    70
  - Reinstalling Drivers
    71
- Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities
  72
- Restoring Your Operating System
  72
  - Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore
    72
  - Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec
    74
5 Removing and Installing Parts

77
- Before You Begin
  77
- Removing the Computer Cover
  78
- Inside View of Your Computer
  80
- System Board Components
  81
- Memory
  82
  - Memory Overview
    82
  - Installing Memory
    83
  - Removing Memory
    85
- Cards
  86
  - PCI Cards
    86
  - PCI Express Cards
    91
- Drive Panels
  100
  - Removing the Drive Panel
    100
  - Removing the Drive-Panel Insert
    101
  - Replacing the Drive-Panel Insert
    102
  - Replacing the Drive Panel
    103
- Drives
  103
  - General Installation Guidelines
    104
- Hard Drive
  104
  - Removing a Hard Drive
    105
  - Installing a Hard Drive
    106
  - Adding a Second Hard Drive
    107
- Floppy Drive
  109
  - Removing a Floppy Drive
    109
  - Installing a Floppy Drive
    111
- Media Card Reader
  112
  - Removing a Media Card Reader
    112
  - Installing a Media Card Reader
    115
- CD/DVD Drive
  116
  - Removing a CD/DVD Drive
    117
  - Installing a CD/DVD Drive
    118
- Battery
  120
  - Replacing the Battery
    120
- Replacing the Computer Cover
  121
6 Appendix

123
- Specifications
  123
- System Setup
  127
  - Overview
    127
  - Entering System Setup
    127
  - System Setup Options
    129
  - Boot Sequence
    132
- Clearing Forgotten Passwords
  134
- Clearing CMOS Settings
  135
- Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)
  135
  - Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals
    135
  - Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals
    136
- FCC Notice (U.S. Only)
  136
  - FCC Class B
    136
- Contacting Dell
  137
Glossary

159
Index

171

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