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Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Documentation for Your Computer Finding Information for Your Computer Technical Specifications System Board Components Cleaning Your Computer Advanced Features Booting to a USB Device Hyper - Threading Jumper Settings LegacySelect Technology Control Manageability Password Protection Power[...]

Notes, Notices, and Cautions Abbreviations and Acronyms For a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see the Glossary . IfyoupurchasedaDell™nSeriescomputer,anyreferencesinthisdocumenttoMicrosoft ® Windows ® operating systems are not applicable. Information in this document is subject to chan[...]

Back to Contents Page  Additional Information Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Back to Contents Page [...]

Back to Contents Page  Advanced Features Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide  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>.  The BIOS detects the devi[...]

  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  LegacySelect technology control offers legacy - full, legacy - reduced, or legacy - free solutions based on common platforms, hard - drive images, and help[...]

 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. IT Assista[...]

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.  You can only assign a system password when the following option is displayed: l  Not Enabled — No [...]

 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. **  If you again type an incorrect or incomplete system [...]

 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. 4.  Exit syst[...]

 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.  This reenables the password feature. When you enter system setup, both password options appear as Not Enabled — the password feature is enabled but no password [...]

 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. Also, your ne[...]

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.  A padlock alone prevents the computer from being opened.  A security cable looped around a stationary object is used in conjunction with a padlock to preven[...]

  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 . l  Diskette Drive — The computer attempts to boot from th[...]

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  Off (default) — Computer remains off when AC power is restored l  On — Computer starts when AC power is restored l  Last — Computer r[...]

 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. l  Mouse Port — Settings are On (default) or Off. l  PCI[...]

Back to Contents Page  Advanced Troubleshooting Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide  Dell Diagnostics  Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities  Using Microsoft ® Windows ® XP System Restore  Reinstalling Microsoft ® Windows ® XP  Reinstalling Microsoft Windows 2000  Resolvin[...]

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. 7.  Type 2 to start the Dell Diagnostics. 8.  Select Run the 32[...]

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 . 7.  Click the Drivers tab. 8.  Click Roll Back Driver .  If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore to return your c[...]

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.  The Select a Restore Point screen provides a calendar that allows [...]

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 Key (Product ID Number)   Reinstalling Windows XP  To reinstall Windows XP, perform all the steps in the following sections in the order in whi[...]

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 . 8.  At the Computer Name and Administrator Password window, enter a name for your computer (or accept the one provided) a[...]

  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.  Press<F12>immediatelyaftertheDELL™logoappears. 5.  If the[...]

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.  Resolve these conflicts before checking specific[...]

Back to Contents Page Battery Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Replacing the Battery   A coin - cell battery maintains computer configuration, date, and time information. The battery can last several years.  The battery may need replacing if an incorrect time or date is displayed during the boot routine along wi[...]

 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 intrusion detector, if enabled, causes the following message to appear on the screen at the next computer start - up:  ALERT! Cover was previously[...]

Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Recommended Tools Shutting Down Your Computer  This section provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your computer. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that the following conditions exist: l  You have perf[...]

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Back to Contents Page Chassis Intrusion Switch Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide  Replacing the Chassis Intrusion Switch  Resetting the Chassis Intrusion Detector Replacing the Chassis Intrusion Switch  1.  Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin ." 2.  Disconnect the chassis intrusion s[...]

 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. Resetting the Chassis Intrusio[...]

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™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor Mouse Floppy Drive CDs and DVDs   Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor  l  Use a vacuum cleaner with a brush attachment to gently remove dust from the slots and holes on your computer and from between t[...]

 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.  For stubborn dirt, try using water or a diluted solution of water and mild soap. You can also purchase commercial products that clean discs and provide some protection from dust, fi[...]

Back to Contents Page Control Panel Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide  Removing the Control Panel  Small Form - Factor Computer 1.  Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin ." 2.  Using a flat - blade screwdriver, release the four tabs from the inside of the computer, and remove the computer cover[...]

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 .  3.  Using an 8 - inch #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the screw that sec[...]

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.  Replace the control panel and the contro[...]

 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.  Small Desktop Computer  Follow the steps in the " Removing the Control Panel " procedure in the reverse order, ensuring that all tabs are se[...]

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™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide   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 parts are left in[...]

Back to Contents Page  Documentation for Your Computer Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Back to Contents Page [...]

Back to Contents Page Ergonomic Computing Habits Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide    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 [...]

Back to Contents Page Finding Information for Your Computer Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide  What are you looking for? FindItHere l  A diagnostic program for my computer l  Drivers for my computer l  My computer documentation l  My device documentation   Drivers and Utilities CD (also kn[...]

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.  After you reinstall your operating system,[...]

Back to Contents Page  Getting Help Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide  Technical Assistance  Problems With Your Order  Product Information  Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit  Before You Call  Contacting Dell  Technical Assistance  If you need help with a technical p[...]

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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.  Product Information  If you need information abou[...]

 Contacting Dell  To contact Dell electronically, you can access the following websites: l  www.dell.com l  support.dell.com (technical support) l  premiersupport.dell.com (technical support for educational, government, healthcare, and medium/large business customers, including Premier, Platinum, and Gold customers)  For specific [...]

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Back to Contents Page Glossary Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide  A  B  C  D  E  F  G  H  I  K  L  M  N  O  P  R  S  U  V  W  Z    A AC — alternating current — The form of electricity [...]

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. cursor — The marker on a[...]

 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. graphics accelerator — A type of specialized video processor that bo[...]

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. modem — A device that allows your computer to communicate with other computers ove[...]

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. service tag — A bar code label on your computer that identifies your comp[...]

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 .zip . A special kind of zipped file is a self - extracting file, which has a filename [...]

Back to Contents Page  I/O Panel Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide 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 Form - Factor Computer 1.  To access the s[...]

   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. 2.  Remove all cables that are con[...]

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 [...]

Back to Contents Page  Memory Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide  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.   DDR Memory Overvie[...]

 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.  5.  Close the computer cover. 6.  Attach th[...]

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 .  9.  The computer detects that[...]

Back to Contents Page  Power Supply Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide  Removing the Power Supply  Replacing the Power Supply  DC Power Connectors Removing the Power Supply   Small Form - Factor Computer  1.  Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin ." 2.  Disconnect the DC [...]

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. You must route these cables properly when you replace them to prevent t[...]

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. 3. ?[...]

  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  +3.3 VDC  Orange  3  COM  Black  4  +5 VDC  Red  5  COM  Black  6[...]

  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  Black  2  COM  Black  3  +12 VDC  Yellow  4  +12 VDC  Yellow Pin Number Signal Name 18 - AWG Wire  1  +12 VDC  [...]

  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  +3.3 VDC  Orange  3  COM  Black  4  +5 VDC  Red  5  COM  Black  6 [...]

   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  COM  Black  2  COM  Black  3  +12 VDC  Yellow  4  +12 VDC  Yellow Pin Number Signal Name 18 - AWG Wire  1  +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  +3.3 VDC  Orange  2  +3.3 VDC  Orange  3  COM  Black  4  +5 VDC  Red  5  COM  Black  6  +5 VDC  Red  7  [...]

 DC Power Connector P2    DC Power Connectors P3, P5, P6, P8, and P9    DC Power Connector P7    Back to Contents Page   *Sense connector. 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 [...]

Back to Contents Page Regulatory Notices Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide  Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) is the ability of items of electronic equipment to function properly together in the electronic environment. While this computer system has been designed and determined to be compliant with regulatory agen[...]

 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. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if no[...]

 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." l  EN 50082 -[...]

  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.  VCCI Class A ITE Regulatory Mark ?[...]

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.  MIC Class A Regulatory Label  If the regulatory label includes the following marking, your computer is a Class A p[...]

  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):   ENERGY STAR ® Compliance  Certain configurations of Dell computers comply with the requirements set forth by the Environmental Protection Agen[...]

Back to Contents Page  System Board Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide   1.  Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin ."  2.  Remove any components that restrict access to the system board. 3.  Disconnect all cables from the system board. 4.  Before you remove the existing system boa[...]

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™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide 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: General l  Do not attempt to service the computer yourself unle[...]

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. 3.  Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal s[...]

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. Contact your local waste disposal agency for[...]

Back to Contents Page  About Your Computer Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide  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. 2  headphone connector ?[...]

 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. 3  power connector  The connection for the power cable. 4  voltage selection switch (may not be available on all computers)  Seethe safety instructions for more[...]

 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. 13  serial connector  Connect a serial device, such[...]

 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. 2.  Fit the stand onto what was the left side of the computer: a.  Position the stand as shown in the following illustration by aligning the large round hole in the stand wit[...]

Back to Contents Page  Small Desktop Computer Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Back to Contents Page [...]

Back to Contents Page Drives Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide  General Installation Guidelines  Hard Drive  Front - Panel Inserts  Floppy Drive  CD/DVD Drive  Your computer supports: l  One hard drive l  One floppy or optional Zip drive l  One optional CD or DVD 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. Keyed con[...]

 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. 3.  If your replacement hard drive does not ha[...]

 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. 7.  Close the computer cover . 8.  Attach the compute[...]

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.  After you ope[...]

 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. 2.  Disconnect the[...]

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. Attach the bracket to the new drive by aligning the screw holes on the drive with the screw holes on the bracket rails and then inserting and tightening all four screws (two scr[...]

 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 .  12.  Verify that your co[...]

 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.  If the replacement drive does not have the bracket rails [...]

 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 . 9.  Close the computer [...]

Back to Contents Page PCI Cards and Serial Port Adapters Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide  PCI Cards  Serial Port Adapters    YourDell™computerprovidesslotsforuptotwo32 - bit, 33 - MHz PCI cards, or one PCI card and one serial port adapter.  PCI Cards    If[...]

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. Grasp the card by its top corners, and ease it out of its connector. 3.  Prepare the card[...]

 7.  Reconnect any cables that you removed in step1 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.  Close the computer cover. 10.  Attach the computer stand (optional).  11.  Connect [...]

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.  Lower the retention arm and press it int[...]

  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. 8.  Reset the[...]

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  NOTE: [...]

Back to Contents Page  Adding and Removing Parts Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide 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. 3.  Disconnect the computer power cable fr[...]

Back to Contents Page Processor Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide    1.  Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin ." 2.  Disconnect the cooling fan power cable from the FAN connector on the system board. 3.  Disconnect the 12 - volt power cable from the 12VPOWER connector on the system[...]

   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. 10.  Align the pin - 1 corners of the processor and socket.  11.  Set[...]

  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. 15. [...]

Back to Contents Page  About Your Computer Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide  Front View  Back View  Inside Your Computer  Attaching and Removing the Computer Stand  Front View    Back View   1  USB connectors  Connect USB devices such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, joyst[...]

   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.  NOTE: The integrated parallel connector is automatically disabled if the computer detects an installed card containing a parallel connecto[...]

  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. 2.  Fit the stand onto what was [...]

 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.  Place the computer in a horizontal position. Back to Contents Page [...]

Back to Contents Page  Small Form - Factor Computer Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Back to Contents Page [...]

Back to Contents Page Drives Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide  General Installation Guidelines  Hard Drive  Front - Panel Inserts  Floppy Drive  CD/DVD Drive Your computer supports: l  One hard drive l  One floppy or optional Zip drive l  One optional CD or DVD drive    Gen[...]

   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. The p[...]

 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.  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 old drive[...]

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. 6.  Close the computer cover . 7.  Attach the computer st[...]

 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.  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 [...]

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.    Installing a Floppy Drive 1.  Snap the replace[...]

 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. 6.  Connect the floppy - drive cable to the DSKT connector on the system board. 7.  Check all cable connections, and fold cables out of the way to provide airflow for the fan and cooling [...]

 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. 3.  Remove the interposer board from the drive.   4.  Press inwar[...]

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. 3.  Gently slide the drive into place until the tabs securely click into position. 4.  C[...]

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.  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 [...]

Back to Contents Page PCI Cards and Serial Port Adapters Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide  PCI Cards Serial Port Adapters     YourDell™computerprovidesanexpansionslotforonelow - profile, 32 - bit, 33 - MHz PCI card or serial port adapter.  PCI Cards    If you are[...]

 3.  If you are installing a new card, remove the filler bracket to create an empty card - slot opening, then continue with step5 . 4.  If you are replacing a card that is already installed in the computer, remove the card (see " Removing a PCI Card ").  If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the card. Grasp the c[...]

 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. 11.  Reset the c[...]

 Serial Port Adapters  Installing a Serial Port Adapter  1.  Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin ." 2.  Raise the retention arm. 3.  Remove the filler bracket. 4.  Slide the adapter bracket down over the card slot opening, and lower the retention arm, ensuring that: l  The tops of all cards and filler brack[...]

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.  After you [...]

Back to Contents Page  Adding and Removing Parts Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide  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. 3.  Disconnect the computer power c[...]

Back to Contents Page Processor Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide    1.  Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin ." 2.  Disconnect the cooling fan power cable from the FAN connector on the system board. 3.  Disconnect the 12 - volt power cable from the 12VPOWER connector on the system bo[...]

   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. 10.  Align the pin - 1 corners of the processor and socket.  11.  Set[...]

  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. 15. [...]

Back to Contents Page  About Your Computer Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide  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. 2  hard - drive activity light  The hard drive light is on [...]

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. 4  card slots  The slots for PCI cards or a second serial port [...]

 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.  On computers with a [...]

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Back to Contents Page Drives Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide  General Installation Guidelines  Hard Drive  Front - Panel Inserts  Floppy Drive  CD/DVD Drive  Your computer supports: l  Two hard drives l  Two floppy or optional Zip drives l  Two CD or DVD drives    Ge[...]

  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. The pin -[...]

 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. 3.  If your replacement hard drive does not have t[...]

 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.  See the documentation that came with the drive for ins[...]

   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. 4.  Attach the rails to the hard drive usi[...]

 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.  After you open and close the cover, the chassis intrusion detector, if enabled, causes the[...]

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 ." 2.  Disconnect the power and floppy - drive c[...]

 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.  If you are replacing a drive and the new drive does not have the bracket rails attached, remove the rails from the old drive by removing the two screws that secure each rail t[...]

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 . 6.  Check all cable connections, and fold cabl[...]

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.   Installing a CD/DVD Drive 1. [...]

 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 . 7.  If you are installing a drive that has its own controller ca[...]

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  NOTE: If a setup password has been assigned by someone else, conta[...]

Back to Contents Page PCI Cards and Serial Port Adapters Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide  PCI Cards  Serial Port Adapters    YourDell™computerprovidesslotsforuptofour32 - bit, 33 - MHz PCI cards, or three PCI cards and a serial port adapter.  PCI Cards    If you ar[...]

3.  If you are installing a new card, remove the filler bracket to create a card - slot opening, and then continue with step5 . 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. Grasp the card by its top corners, and ease it out of its [...]

  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.  After you open and close the cover, the chassis intrusion de[...]

2.  Press the lever on the card retention arm and raise the retention arm (see step2 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.  If you are removing the card permanently, install a filler bracket in the empty ca[...]

 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.  After you open and close the cover, the chassis intrusion detector, if enabled, causes the following message to appear [...]

Back to Contents Page  Adding and Removing Parts Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide 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. 3.  Disconnect the computer power cable fr[...]

Back to Contents Page Processor Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide  Removing the Processor  Installing the Processor    Removing the Processor 1.  Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin ." 2.  Disconnect the cooling fan power cable from the FAN connector on the system board. 3. [...]

   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.  Installing the Processor  1.  If the release lever is not extended to the release po[...]

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. 5.  Install the heat sink: a.  Insert the notched[...]

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.  After you open and close the cov[...]

Back to Contents Page  Solving Problems Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide   Battery Problems  Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist as you complete these checks.    Card Problems  Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist as you complete these checks.   Clearing NVRAM and Restoring Default Settings [...]

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. After the computer starts, the lights remain green. If the computer ma[...]

 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. If the problem still exists, to eliminate the possibility of a[...]

 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. 5.  Under  Error - checking , click Check Now . 6. [...]

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 - diskdrive —  Enter system setup and ensure that the computer configuration information for the hard drive is correct. Notimertickinterrupt ?[...]

 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.  Check the Diagnostic Lights Ensure that the power cable [...]

 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 . Checkthemousecable — ?[...]

 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.  l Ensure that the main power cable and[...]

 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.  CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety ins[...]

 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 .  NOTE: See the monitor documentation for troubleshooting pr[...]

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Back to Contents Page Technical Specifications Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide   Processor  Ports  Memory  Key Combinations  Computer Information  Controls and Lights  Audio  Power  Expansion Bus  Physical  Drives  Environmental Processor  [...]

 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 = 10.67 cm [4.2 inches] high by 17.65 cm [6.95 i[...]

 Back to Contents Page   <Ctrl><Alt><D>  launches the hard - drive diagnostics utility during computer start - up Controls and Lights  Power control  push button  Power lights  green light on power button — blinking green in sleep state; solid green for power - on state  Hard drive access light  gre[...]

Back to Contents Page System Board Components Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide Back to Contents Page  1  floppy drive connector (DSKT) 11  CD drive audio cable connector (CD_IN) 2  internal speaker (SPEAKER) 12  telephony connector (MODEM) 3  battery socket (BATTERY) 13  power connector (12VPOWER) 4 [...]

Back to Contents Page  Telephony Applications Programming Interface (TAPI) Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide  Installing a TAPI - Compliant Modem Card  Installing a TAPI Sound Card  Your computer supports TAPI - compliant modem cards using the standard TAPI connector (the green connector labeled MODEM or[...]

  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. 4.  Con[...]

Back to Contents Page Warranty and Return Policy Dell™OptiPlex™GX60SystemsUser'sGuide  Dell Inc. ("Dell") manufactures its hardware products from parts and components that are new or equivalent to new in accordance with industry - standard practices. For information about the Dell warranty for your computer, [...]