Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 4500 Dell
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Dell™Dimension™4500 Technical Overview Controls and Lights Solving Problems Advanced Troubleshooting Technical Specifications System Setup Program Adding Parts Documentation For a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see the Tell Me How help file.
Back to Contents Page Advanced Troubleshooting Dell™Dimension™4500 Diagnostic Codes Beep Codes System Messages Using System Restore Reinstalling Drivers .
Beep Codes If the monitor cannot display errors or problems, during POST the computer might emit a series of beeps, or beep code, that identifies the problem. The POST beep codes are listed below. System Messages one memory module (if the computer supports a single module), and then restart the computer.
Using System Restore The Microsoft ® Windows ® XP operating system provides System Restore to allow you to return your computer to an earlier operating state (without affecting data files) if changes to the hardware, software, or other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state.
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 then click Next . 3. Click a calendar date to which you want to restore your computer.
Using the Dell Dimension ResourceCD If using Device Driver Rollback or System Restore does not resolve the problem, then reinstall the driver from the Dell Dimension ResourceCD : 1. With the Windows desktop displayed, insert the ResourceCD into the CD or DVD drive.
To reinstall Windows XP: 1. To reinstall Windows XP, insert the Operating System CD into the CD or DVD drive. Close any program or utility that might run after you insert the CD into the drive. 2. Turn off the computer , and then turn the computer on again.
Back to Contents Page Documentation Dell™Dimension™4500 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.
4. Type regsvr32 hhactivex.dll and then press <Enter>. 5. Click OK when the installation is complete. 6. Right - click the following link to the file: Dell Dimension 4500 Tell Me How ( .
Back to Contents Page Adding Parts Dell™Dimension™4500 Safety Instructions Use the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from potential damage and to ensure your own personal safety. When Using Your Computer As you use your computer, observe the following safe - handling guidelines.
l Do not push any objects into the openings of your computer. Doing so can cause fire or electric shock by shorting out interior components. Keep your computer away from radiators and heat sources.
Shutting Down the Computer Windows XP 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 . The computer automatically turns off after the shutdown process finishes.
5. Lift both hinge arms to the horizontal position. 6. Use the two view slots to align the pivot bar with the two pivot - bar slots. 7. Pull the arms toward you until they snap into place. If the hinge arms don't snap back into place on the first attempt, slightly reposition the arms and try again.
2. Turn off any attached devices and disconnect them from their electrical outlets. 3. Disconnect the computer power cable from the wall outlet, and then press the power button to ground the system board. 4. Lay the computer on its side so that the arrow on the bottom of the computer points up.
8. Lower the plastic securing lever. 9. Connect any cables that should be attached to the card. See the documentation that came with the card for information about the card cable connections. 10. Close the computer cover . 11. Connect your computer and devices to their electrical outlets, and turn them on.
If the card is difficult to remove, gently ease the card back and forth to remove it from the connector. 8. If you are not replacing the card, install a filler bracket in the empty card - slot opening. If you are adding a card, see " Adding Cards .
8. Align the notches on the bottom of the module with the crossbars in the connector. 9. Insert the module straight down into the connector, ensuring that it fits into the vertical guides at each end of the connector. Press firmly on the ends of the module until it snaps into place.
6. To replace the AGP card, gently press it down into the slot connector until it clicks into place. Press the card clip lever while inserting the card into the slot connector. 7. Close the computer cover . 8. Connect your computer and devices to their electrical outlets, and turn them on.
b. Press in the two green rail tabs and pull the first hard drive out of the upper bay. c. Gently slide the first hard drive into the lower bay until you hear a click. d. Reconnect the power cable and the data cable to the back of the first hard drive.
Your computer includes a floppy drive and a CD or DVD drive. You can add other devices, such as a Zip drive, a CD - RW drive, or a tape drive. 5.25 - Inch Devices 1. Shut down the computer . 2. Turn off any attached devices and disconnect them from their electrical outlets.
10. Connect a power cable to the drive. See the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on connecting a drive cable to the drive and system board. 11. Connect your computer and devices to their electrical outlets, and turn them on.
These rails are not attached to the computer cover with screws. To remove the rails, firmly pull the rails from the drive cage. 9. Attach the rails to the drive using the screws supplied with the drive. Ensure that the rail tabs are positioned at the back of the drive.
4. Open the computer cover . 5. Disconnect the cooling fan power cable from the CR3F1 connector on the system board. 6. Disconnect the +12 - VDC P2 DC power cable from the J4B1 connector on the system board. 7. Lift up the airflow shroud.
11. Remove the microprocessor from the socket. Leave the release lever extended in the release position so that the socket is ready for the new microprocessor. Installing the Microprocessor 1. If the release lever on the ZIF socket is not extended to the release position, move it to that position.
7. Raise the retention lever and press until the heat sink is secured. You will feel the lever pause once it is at a 90 - degree angle. Keep pressing the lever another 30 degrees, ensuring that it is in the locked position 8. Lower the airflow shroud over the heat sink.
6. Remove all cables that are connected to the front I/O panel. 7. From inside the computer cover, remove the mounting screw that secures the front I/O panel to the computer. 8. Remove the front I/O panel from the computer. 9. Reinstall the front I/O panel by reversing steps 5 through 7.
6. Remove the two screws that secure the power supply to the back of the computer. 7. Press the "PUSH" button located on the floor of the computer frame. 8. Slide the power supply toward the front of the system approximately 1 inch.
1. Transfer components from the existing system board to the replacement system board: a. Remove the memory modules and install them on the replacement board. b. Remove the fan/heat sink assembly and microprocessor package from the existing system board and transfer them to the replacement system board.
Back to Contents Page Solving Problems Dell™Dimension™4500 Finding Help Information Battery Problems Drive Problems Floppy drive problems Finding Help Information .
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 HINT: Connect the modem to an analog telephone jack only. The modem does not operate while it is connected to a digital telephone network. Check the telephone line connection — Verify that the telephone line is connected to the jack on the modem.
A program stops responding A program crashes repeatedly A program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system A solid blue screen appears Other software problems Other technical problems to turn on the computer. You might lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown.
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. l A recently added device does not work. l A sound card emits noise or demonstrates other problems.
Network Problems Power Problems Pressing the power button does not clear the computer's settings and does not restore mouse functionality. Check the mouse cable l Check the cable connector for bent or broken pins and for damaged or frayed cables.
Printer Problems Scanner Problems Sound and Speaker Problems No sound from speakers interference are: l Power extension cables l Keyboard and mouse extension cables l Too many devices on a power strip l Multiple power strips connected to the same electrical outlet HINT: Dell does not cover the printer's warranty.
No sound from headphones Video and Monitor Problems If the screen is blank If the screen is difficult to read volume controls, adjust the volume, bass, or treble to eliminate distortion. Adjust the Windows volume control — Click or double - click the speaker icon in the lower - right corner of your screen.
Back to Contents Page 4. Try different settings for Screen resolution and Color quality . Restore the recommended settings — Restore the original resolution and refresh rate settings.
Back to Contents Page Technical Specifications Dell™Dimension™4500 Microprocessor Microprocessor type Intel ® Pentium ® 4 microprocessor that runs at 1.60, 1.70, 1.80, 1.90, 2.00, 2.20, or 2.40 GHz internally and 400 MHz externally; and 2.
Back to Contents Page Headphone front - panel miniature connector Audio 1 three miniature connectors for line - in, line - out, and microphone Internally accessible: Primar.
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Back to Contents Page System Setup Program Dell™Dimension™4500 Overview Entering the System Setup Program Main Screen Advanced Screen Security Screen .
Advanced Screen Option Function BIOS Version Displays the version of the BIOS being used. Processor Type Displays the type of microprocessor installed. Processor Speed Displays the internal speed of the microprocessor. System Bus Frequency Displays the external speed of the microprocessor.
Boot Configuration Submenu Peripheral Configuration Submenu IDE Configuration Displays the IDE Configuration submenu . Diskette Configuration Displays the Diskette Configuration submenu . Event Log Configuration Displays the Event Log Configuration submenu .
IDE Configuration Submenu Primary IDE Master Submenu l Base I/O Address If the port is set to Enabled , available I/O addresses are 3F8 , 3E8 , 2F8 , and 2E8 . l Interrupt If the port is set to Enabled , available interrupts are IRQ3 and IRQ4 .
Diskette Configuration Submenu Event Log Configuration Submenu Option Function Drive Installed Displays the primary IDE device type. Type Specifies the type of hard drive. Settings for this option are User , Auto , CD - ROM , ATAPI Removable , Other ATAPI , IDE Removable , and None .
Video Configuration Submenu Security Screen Option Function Event Log Displays the space available for the event log. View Event Log Press <Enter> to view the event log. Clear Event Log Clears all event logs when the computer restarts if set to Yes .
Power Screen Option Function Supervisor Password Indicates whether a supervisor password has been assigned. User Password Indicates whether a user password has been assigned. SetSupervisor Password Sets and confirms a supervisor password.
Boot Screen Exit Screen Computer turns on when power is restored. Option Function Silent Boot Enabled (default) displays the DELL logo during POST. Disabled displays the normal POST messages. Quick Boot When set to Enabled , this option shortens POST by eliminating some tests.
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.
Back to Contents Page Technical Overview Dell™Dimension™4500 Internal View System Board Connectors and Sockets Power Supply DC Power Connectors IDE Interfa.
Power Supply The 250 - W power supply can operate from an AC power source of 115 VAC at 60 Hz or 230 VAC at 50 Hz. The power supply provides the DC operating voltages and currents listed in the following table.
DC Power Connector P1 DC Power Connector P2 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 Connectors P3, P5, P6, P8, and P9 DC Power Connector P7 IDE Interface Cable Connections for Dell - Installed Drives Placement of Dell - Installed Cards Pin Number Sign.
Back to Contents Page Card Connector Card Description AGP connector Video PCI1 connector Network adapter, wireless network adapter, or swap box PCI2 connector Modem PCI3 connector Sound PCI4 c.
Back to Contents Page Controls and Lights Dell™Dimension™4500 Front View Back View Front View CD Activity Light The CD activity light is on when the computer reads data from the CD drive. CD Drive Eject Button Press this button to eject your CD from the CD drive.
USB 2.0 Connectors For quick connections, Dell recommends using the front USB connectors for USB devices such as digital cameras, gaming controllers, and scanners. Use the back - panel USB connectors for USB devices that are seldom disconnected, such as USB mouse and keyboard devices.
set for 230 V. 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. Serial Connector Connect a serial device, like a handheld device, to the serial connector.
Back to Contents Page Dell™Dimension™4500 Hints, Notices, and Cautions Abbreviations and Acronyms Hints, Notices, and Cautions Abbreviations and Acronyms For a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see the Tell Me How help file.
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