User manual DELL DIMENSION 3100C

[. . . ] DellTM DimensionTM 3100C Owner's Manual Service Tag FlexBay for optional floppy drive or Media Card Reader CD or DVD activity light CD or DVD eject button headphone connector USB 2. 0 connectors (2) diagnostic lights hard drive activity light power button cover latch release power connector audio connectors USB 2. 0 connectors (4) network adapter card slots for PCI (2), PCI Express x1 (1) VGA video connector (integrated) Model DCNE w w w. c o m Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. If you purchased a DellTM n Series computer, any references in this document to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are not applicable. ____________________ Information in this document is subject to change without notice. [. . . ] If possible, do not pair an original memory module with a new memory module. Otherwise, your computer may not start properly. Removing and Installing Parts 63 Installing Memory CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis. 2 Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector. 1 2 3 1 memory connector closer to processor 2 securing clips (2) 3 connector 64 Removing and Installing Parts 3 Align the notch on the bottom of the module with the crossbar in the connector. 3 2 1 4 1 2 cutouts (2) memory module 3 4 notch crossbar NOTICE: To avoid damage to the memory module, press the module straight down into the connector while you apply equal force to each end of the module. 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. 5 Replace the computer cover. NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device, and then plug it into the computer. 6 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on 7 When a message appears stating that memory size has changed, press <F1> to continue. 11 To verify that the memory is installed correctly, check the amount of memory (RAM) listed. Removing and Installing Parts 65 Removing Memory CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis. 2 Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory module connector. If the module is difficult to remove, gently ease the module back and forth to remove it from the connector. Cards CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis. Your DellTM computer provides the following slots for PCI and PCI Express cards: · · Two low-profile PCI card slots One low-profile PCI Express x1 card slot 1 2 3 1 PCI card 2 PCI Express x1 card 3 PCI Express x1 card slot 66 Removing and Installing Parts If you are installing or replacing an expansion card, follow the procedures in the next section. If you are removing but not replacing an expansion card, see "Removing an Expansion Card" on page 70. If you are replacing a card, remove the current driver for the card from the operating system. Installing an Expansion Card 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 53. 1 2 1 release tab 2 card retention door 2 Gently push the release tab on the inside of the card retention door to pivot the door open. 3 If you are installing a new card, remove the filler bracket to create a card-slot opening. 4 If you are replacing a card that is already installed in the computer, remove the card. See the documentation that came with the card for information on configuring the card, making internal connections, or otherwise customizing it for your computer. Removing and Installing Parts 67 CAUTION: Some network adapters automatically start the computer when they are connected to a network. To guard against electrical shock, be sure to unplug your computer from its electrical outlet before installing any cards. [. . . ] The amount of video memory installed primarily influences the number of colors that a program can display. U U P S -- uninterruptible power supply -- A backup power source used when the electrical power fails or drops to an unacceptable voltage level. A UPS keeps a computer running for a limited amount of time when there is no electrical power. UPS systems typically provide surge VIDEO MODE -- A mode that describes how text and graphics are displayed on a monitor. Graphics-based software, such as Windows operating systems, displays in video modes that can be defined as x horizontal pixels by y vertical pixels by z colors. [. . . ]