Dell 4600C Bedienungsanleitung

Dell™Dimension™4600CServiceManual Before You Begin Technical Overview Technical Specifications Advanced Troubleshooting System Setup Program Removing and Installing Parts  Notes, Notices, and Cautions  Abbreviations and Acronyms For a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see the Tell Me How help file. Ifyoupurcha[...]

Back to Contents Page  Advanced Troubleshooting Dell™Dimension™4600CServiceManual  Diagnostic Lights  Beep Codes  System Messages  Diagnostic Lights  To help you troubleshoot a problem, your computer is equipped with four lights on the back panel labeled "A," "B," "C," and &qu[...]

 Beep Codes  Your computer might emit a series of beeps during start - up if the monitor cannot display errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. One possible beep code (code 1 - 3- 1) consists of one beep, a burst of three beeps, and then one beep. This beep code tells you that the computer encounter[...]

 System Messages       3-4-3  Search for video ROM failure  4-2-1  No time tick  4-2-2  Shutdown failure  4-2-3  Gate A20 failure  4-2-4  Unexpected interrupt in protected mode  4-3-3  Timer - chip counter 2 failure  4-3-4  Time - of - day clock stopped  4-4-1  Serial or parallel por[...]

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Back to Contents Page  Battery   A coin - cell battery maintains computer configuration, date, and time information. The battery can last several years.  If you have to repeatedly reset time and date information after turning on the computer, replace the battery.   To replace the battery: 1.  Record all the screens in the syste[...]

13.  Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on. 14.  Enter system setup and restore the settings you recorded in step1 . 15.  Properly dispose of the old battery. See the safety instructions in the Owner's Manual or Product Information Guide . Back to Contents Page [...]

Back to Contents Page  Before You Begin Dell™Dimension™4600CServiceManual  Getting Started  Thissectionprovidesproceduresforremovingandreplacingthecomponents,assemblies,andsubassembliesintheDell™Dimension™4600Ccomputer. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assum[...]

Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge  Static electricity can harm delicate components inside your computer. To prevent static damage, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components, such as the microprocessor. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the compute[...]

Back to Contents Page Dell™Dimension™4600CServiceManual  Closing the Computer Cover  Closing the Computer Cover 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. 2.  Ensure that no tools or extra p[...]

Back to Contents Page Dell™Dimension™4600CServiceManual  Opening the Computer Cover  Opening the Computer Cover   1.  Shut down the computer through the Start menu.  2.  Turn off any attached devices and disconnect them from their electrical outlets. 3.  Disconnect the computer power cable from the wall ou[...]

Back to Contents Page  I/O Panel  Removing the I/O Panel   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 telepho[...]

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Back to Contents Page  Adding Memory  You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. For information on the type of memory supported by your computer, see " Memory " in "Technical Specifications."   DDR Memory Overview  DDR memory modules should be installed in pairs of mat[...]

8.  Align the notch on the bottom of the module with the crossbar in the connector.   9.  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.  10.  Close the computer cover . 11.  Attach the compute[...]

down your computer, turn them off now.  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 stand , if it is attached.  6.  Open the compute[...]

Back to Contents Page  Removing and Installing Parts Dell™Dimension™4600CServiceManual Back to Contents Page   Reattaching the Front Door  Adding PC Cards (Optional)  Cards  AGP Card  Adding Memory  I/O Panel  Drives  Microprocessor  System Board  Power Supply  [...]

Back to Contents Page  Adding PC Cards (Optional)   You can add PC Cards to computers with integrated PC Card connectors.  PC Card Types   The PC Card slot has two connectors that support the following four combinations of cards.  l  A single Type I or Type II card (using either the upper or lower PC Card connector) l  On[...]

Removing a PC Card     Press the eject button, and gently remove the card.    Back to Contents Page  NOTICE: Use the PC Card configuration utility on the taskbar to select and stop a card from functioning before you remove it from the computer. If you do not remove the card in the configuration utility, you could lose data f[...]

Back to Contents Page Power Supply  Removing the Power Supply  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[...]

1.  Slide the power supply into place. 2.  Reconnect the DC power cables. 3.  Connect the AC power cable to the power supply connector. 4.  Run the cables underneath the clips, and press the clips to close them over the cables. 5.  Close the computer cover . 6.  Attach the computer stand (optional).  7.  Connect your compute[...]

Back to Contents Page  Reattaching the Front Door  To prevent damage to your computer, the front door is designed to "break away" if it is opened too far. To reattach the front door: 1.  Shut down the computer through the Start menu. 2.  Ensure that your computer and attached devices are turned off. If your computer and attach[...]

Back to Contents Page  AGP Card   YourDell™computerprovidesaconnectorforanAGPcard. 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, tu[...]

 Installing an AGP Card   1.  To add or replace the card, slide the card clip toward the front of the computer to ensure that the clip is unlocked. 2.  Gently press the card into the AGP connector until it is fully seated. 3.  Slide the card clip toward the back of the computer, ensuring that the tab fits into the notch on the fro[...]

Back to Contents Page  Cards   YourDell™computerprovidesaslotforonelow - profile, 32 - bit, 33 - MHz card.   If you are installing or replacing a card, follow the procedures in the next section. If you are removing but not replacing a card, skip to " Removing a Card ." 1.  If you are replacing a[...]

 If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the card. Grasp the card by its top corners, and ease it out of its connector. 4.  Prepare the card for installation.  See the documentation that came with the card for information on configuring the card, making internal connections, or otherwise customizing it for your computer.  5. ?[...]

4.  If you are removing the card permanently, install a filler bracket in the empty card - slot opening.  If you need a filler bracket, see "Contacting Dell" in your Owner's Manual .  5.  Lower the retention arm and press it into place. 6.  Close the computer cover . 7.  Attach the computer stand (optional).  8. [...]

Back to Contents Page  Drives  Your computer supports: l  One hard drive (IDE, serial ATA) l  One optional PC Card module l  One CD or DVD drive  Hard Drive    1.  If you are replacing a hard drive that contains data you want to keep, back up your files before you begin this procedure. 2.  Check the documentation fo[...]

2.  Press in on the tabs on each side of the drive, slide the drive toward the I/O panel, and then remove the drive from the computer.   Installing a Hard Drive 1.  Unpack the replacement hard drive and prepare it for installation. 2.  If your replacement hard drive does not have the bracket rails attached, remove the rails from the [...]

5.  Check all connectors to be certain that they are properly cabled and firmly seated. 6.  Close the computer cover . 7.  Attach the computer stand (optional).  8.  Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.  See the documentation that came with the drive for instructions on installing any software[...]

 Removing a PC Card Module 1.  Remove the interposer board from the CD/DVD drive . 2.  Remove the power cable from the PC Card module's power connector. 3.  Remove the PC Card module by pressing the green tabs on either side of the drive and lifting the module up. 4.  Remove the PC Card module's flat data cable.   Ins[...]

 See the documentation that came with the module for instructions on installing any software required for module operation.  CD/DVD Drive   1.  Shut down the computer through the Start menu. 2.  Turn off your computer and any devices. 3.  Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on the chassis, such as the metal a[...]

 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. 2.  Gently slide the drive into place until the tabs securely[...]

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Back to Contents Page  Microprocessor  Removing the Microprocessor  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 t[...]

10.  Remove the two screws on the blower to remove it from the heat sink.   11.  Pull the release lever straight up until the microprocessor is released, and then remove the microprocessor from the socket.   Installing the Microprocessor   1.  Unpack the new microprocessor.  2.  If the release lever on the socket is[...]

4.  Set the microprocessor lightly in the socket and ensure that all pins are headed into the correct holes. Do not use force, which could bend the pins if the microprocessor is misaligned. When the microprocessor is positioned correctly, press it with minimal pressure to seat it. 5.  When the microprocessor is fully seated in the socket, piv[...]

Back to Contents Page  Technical Specifications Dell™Dimension™4600CServiceManual  Microprocessor  System Information  Expansion Bus  Memory  Drives  Ports and Connectors  Video  Audio  Network  Controls and Lights  Power  Physical  Environmental  ?[...]

         Memory type  333 - MHz DDR SDRAM (non - ECC)  NOTE: DDR 333 memory performs at 266 MHz on 400 front - side bus processors. Drives  Externally accessible  one slimline optical bay one slimline 3.5 - inch bay  Internally accessible  one bay for 1 - inch – high IDE hard drive Ports and Connectors[...]

   Back to Contents Page  Physical  Height x Width x Depth  (With stand)  32.3 x 9.5 x 35.6 cm (12.7 x 3.8 x 14.0 inches)  33.8 x 18.0 x 35.6 cm (13.3 x 7.1 x 14.0 inches)  Weight  7.43 kg (16.4 lbs) Environmental  Temperature:  Operating  10 º to 35 º C (50 º to 95 º F)  NOTE: At35°C(95°F),t[...]

Back to Contents Page Dell™Dimension™4600CServiceManual  Attaching and Removing the Computer Stand  Attaching and Removing the Computer Stand  To attach the stand, perform the following steps.  1.  Rotate the computer to an upside - down position. 2.  Insert the screw into the bottom of the stand. 3.  Align t[...]

 To remove the stand, perform the following steps.  1.  Turn the computer over so that the stand is at the top. 2.  Loosen the screw and lift the stand away. 3.  Place the computer in a horizontal position until you reattach the stand.    Back to Contents Page  NOTE: Place your computer on a soft surface to prevent scratc[...]

Back to Contents Page System Board  Removing the System Board  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[...]

 b.  Remove the heat - sink assembly and microprocessor package from the existing system board and transfer them to the replacement system board. 2.  Configure the settings of the replacement system board. 3.  Set the jumpers on the replacement system board so they are identical to the ones on the existing board.  4.  Orient the r[...]

Back to Contents Page  System Setup Program Dell™Dimension™4600CServiceManual  Overview  Entering the System Setup Program  Clearing Forgotten Passwords  Overview  The system setup program contains the standard settings for your computer.   You can use the system setup program as follows: l  To ch[...]

 System Setup Screens  The system setup program screens display the current configuration information for your computer. Information on the screen is divided into five areas: l  Title — The box at the top of all screens that lists the computer name. l  Computer data — Two boxes below the title box that display your computer processo[...]

 The following table shows Drive Configuration option information.   The following table shows Memory Information option information.   The following table shows CPU Information option information.   The following table shows Integrated Devices (Legacy Select Options) option information.   The following table shows Power [...]

 The following table shows System Security option information.    Clearing Forgotten Passwords   If you forget your user 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 through the Start menu.  2.  [...]

 Turning on your computer with password jumper PWD1 installed reenables the password feature.  Back to Contents Page [...]

Back to Contents Page  Technical Overview Dell™Dimension™4600CServiceManual  Internal View  System Board Connectors and Sockets  Power Supply  DC Power Connectors  IDE Interface Cable Connections for Dell - Installed Drives  Serial ATA Interface Cable Connections for Dell - Installed Drives (Op[...]

  Power Supply  The 160 - W power supply can operate from an AC power source supplying 90 - 135 VAC or 180 - 265 VAC at 47 - 63 Hz. The power supply provides the DC operating voltages and currents listed in the following table.   DC Power Connectors  Power Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments  Output Voltage1 Regulation Minimum [...]

 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 V[...]

  DC Power Connector P3    DC Power Connectors P4 and P5    DC Power Connector P6   Pin Number Signal Name 18 - AWG Wire  1  COM  Black  2  COM  Black  3  +12 VDC  Yellow  4  +12 VDC  Yellow Pin Number Signal Name 18 - AWG Wire  1  +12 VCD  Yellow  2  COM  Black [...]

  IDE Interface Cable Connections for Dell - Installed Drives     Serial ATA Interface Cable Connections for Dell - Installed Drives (Optional)   Placement of Dell - Installed Cards     Back to Contents Page   5  +5 VDC  Red  6  +12 VDC  Yellow IDE Channel IDE Connector Location Dell - Instal[...]

Back to Contents Page Dell™Dimension™4600CServiceManual For a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see the Tell Me How help file. IfyoupurchasedaDell™nSeriescomputer,anyreferencesinthisdocumenttoMicrosoft ® Windows ® operating systems are not applicable. Information in this do[...]

Back to Contents Page Dell™Dimension™4600CServiceManual  Turning Off Your Computer  Turning Off Your Computer   1.  Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, click the Start button, and then click Turn Off Computer . 2.  In the Turn off computer window, click Turn off .  The computer turns off af[...]