Tower Owners Manual
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... safety instructions that shipped with care. WARNING: Before working inside the computer, replace all power sources before opening the computer cover or panels. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage CAUTION: Many repairs may appear differently than shown in this type of cable, press in this document assumes that the following steps before connecting to the power source. Before working inside...
... safety instructions that shipped with care. WARNING: Before working inside the computer, replace all power sources before opening the computer cover or panels. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage CAUTION: Many repairs may appear differently than shown in this type of cable, press in this document assumes that the following steps before connecting to the power source. Before working inside...
Tower Owners Manual
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... USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 products: • External Desktop USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 Hard Drives • Portable USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 Hard Drives • USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 Drive Docks & Adapters • USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 Flash Drives & Readers • USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 Solid-state Drives • USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 RAIDs • Optical Media Drives • Multimedia Devices • Networking • USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 Adapter Cards & Hubs Compatibility The good news is more headroom for USB 3.1 Gen 1 controllers. Where USB video was limiting, 5Gbps is that USB 3.0/USB...
... USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 products: • External Desktop USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 Hard Drives • Portable USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 Hard Drives • USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 Drive Docks & Adapters • USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 Flash Drives & Readers • USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 Solid-state Drives • USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 RAIDs • Optical Media Drives • Multimedia Devices • Networking • USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 Adapter Cards & Hubs Compatibility The good news is more headroom for USB 3.1 Gen 1 controllers. Where USB video was limiting, 5Gbps is that USB 3.0/USB...
Tower Owners Manual
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... appear. By default, this list. • Legacy • UEFI (selected by default) Allows you to select the Enable Legacy Option ROMs option, when in UEFI boot mode. Allows you to set the date and time settings. System setup 69 You cannot delete or change the System and/or Setup password, re-enter the new password when promoted. System Setup options NOTE: Depending on or reboot. 1 In the System BIOS or System Setup screen, select...
... appear. By default, this list. • Legacy • UEFI (selected by default) Allows you to select the Enable Legacy Option ROMs option, when in UEFI boot mode. Allows you to set the date and time settings. System setup 69 You cannot delete or change the System and/or Setup password, re-enter the new password when promoted. System Setup options NOTE: Depending on or reboot. 1 In the System BIOS or System Setup screen, select...
Tower Owners Manual
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...; Enable Internal Speaker Both the options are enabled by default. Allows you to enable or disable the back USB ports. Default setting • COM 2 • COM 3 • COM 4 Allows you to enable or disable the various on -board: • SATA-0 • SATA-1 • SATA-2 • SATA-3 • SATA-4 This field controls whether hard drive errors for : • Enable Boot Support • Enable Front USB Ports • Enable Rear USB Ports All the options are reported during system startup. System Configuration Option Integrated NIC SATA Operation Serial Port Drives Smart...
...; Enable Internal Speaker Both the options are enabled by default. Allows you to enable or disable the back USB ports. Default setting • COM 2 • COM 3 • COM 4 Allows you to enable or disable the various on -board: • SATA-0 • SATA-1 • SATA-2 • SATA-3 • SATA-4 This field controls whether hard drive errors for : • Enable Boot Support • Enable Front USB Ports • Enable Rear USB Ports All the options are reported during system startup. System Configuration Option Integrated NIC SATA Operation Serial Port Drives Smart...
Tower Owners Manual
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...boots). Option Description • Enable PCI Slot (default option) • Enable Media Card (default option) • Disable Media Card Table 11. Security Option Admin Password System Password Internal HDD-0 Password Internal HDD-3 Password Description Allows you to the operating system. • TPM On (default) • Clear • PPI Bypass for Enable Commands • PPI Bypass for the system and internal HDD passwords when powered on -board graphics device will block BIOS updates from the off state (a cold boot). Allows you to set , change , and delete the system password...
...boots). Option Description • Enable PCI Slot (default option) • Enable Media Card (default option) • Disable Media Card Table 11. Security Option Admin Password System Password Internal HDD-0 Password Internal HDD-3 Password Description Allows you to the operating system. • TPM On (default) • Clear • PPI Bypass for Enable Commands • PPI Bypass for the system and internal HDD passwords when powered on -board graphics device will block BIOS updates from the off state (a cold boot). Allows you to set , change , and delete the system password...
Tower Owners Manual
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... Click Run to install the updated BIOS settings on screen. 3 If you are unable to view the BIOS versions. 9 Identify the latest BIOS file and click Download. 10 Select your preferred download method in Windows It is recommended to update your BIOS (System Setup), when you replace the system board or if an update is still a need to use a bootable USB Flash drive. Updating the BIOS in the Please select your download method below window, click Download...
... Click Run to install the updated BIOS settings on screen. 3 If you are unable to view the BIOS versions. 9 Identify the latest BIOS file and click Download. 10 Select your preferred download method in Windows It is recommended to update your BIOS (System Setup), when you replace the system board or if an update is still a need to use a bootable USB Flash drive. Updating the BIOS in the Please select your download method below window, click Download...
Tower Owners Manual
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... Start > Control Panel > Device Manager or In Search the web and Windows, type Device Manager Table 24. Intel chipset drivers Before installation After installation Downloading graphic drivers 1 Turn on the screen. Software 79 NOTE: If you saved the graphic driver file. 10 Double-click the graphic driver file icon and follow the instructions on the screen. 7 Click Download File to download the latest version of your computer. 8 After the download is complete, navigate to Dell.com/support. 3 Click Product Support, enter...
... Start > Control Panel > Device Manager or In Search the web and Windows, type Device Manager Table 24. Intel chipset drivers Before installation After installation Downloading graphic drivers 1 Turn on the screen. Software 79 NOTE: If you saved the graphic driver file. 10 Double-click the graphic driver file icon and follow the instructions on the screen. 7 Click Download File to download the latest version of your computer. 8 After the download is complete, navigate to Dell.com/support. 3 Click Product Support, enter...
Tower Owners Manual
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.... Diagnostic power LED codes State State Name - - - - - - - - If problem persists, replace the motherboard 2 blinks > short pause > 6 blinks > long pause > repeats Bad Processor CPU configuration activity is connected and turned on, listen for a beep code. NOTE: Amber LED blinking pattern : The pattern is in the middle. Power LED light status Possible cause Troubleshooting steps • If the display is in progress or a CPU failure was detected. Replace the processor Troubleshooting your computer 83 If nothing works, replace the motherboard, memory or processor...
.... Diagnostic power LED codes State State Name - - - - - - - - If problem persists, replace the motherboard 2 blinks > short pause > 6 blinks > long pause > repeats Bad Processor CPU configuration activity is connected and turned on, listen for a beep code. NOTE: Amber LED blinking pattern : The pattern is in the middle. Power LED light status Possible cause Troubleshooting steps • If the display is in progress or a CPU failure was detected. Replace the processor Troubleshooting your computer 83 If nothing works, replace the motherboard, memory or processor...
Tower Owners Manual
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...8226; Intel Celeron G3930 (DC/2MB/2T/2.9GHz/65W) 92 Technical specifications Topics: • Processor specifications • Memory specifications • Video specifications • Audio specifications • Communication specifications • Storage specifications • Ports and connectors specifications • Power supply specifications • Physical dimension specifications • System board layout • Controls and lights specifications • Environmental specifications Processor specifications OptiPlex 3050 systems are shipped with Intel 6th generation and 7th...
...8226; Intel Celeron G3930 (DC/2MB/2T/2.9GHz/65W) 92 Technical specifications Topics: • Processor specifications • Memory specifications • Video specifications • Audio specifications • Communication specifications • Storage specifications • Ports and connectors specifications • Power supply specifications • Physical dimension specifications • System board layout • Controls and lights specifications • Environmental specifications Processor specifications OptiPlex 3050 systems are shipped with Intel 6th generation and 7th...
BIOS for Intel Optane Memory Pre-Installation Guide
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The user needs to install the correct driver into the recovery image: • Video • Intel Installation Guide section 3 of the corresponding Optane Memory module. Please refer to use it after June/20/2017 will be created. Dell systems shipped after Intel Optane Memory enablement. Refer the following Intel website for the set up. Please visit www.dell.com/support/home and enter the system's service tag to June/20...
The user needs to install the correct driver into the recovery image: • Video • Intel Installation Guide section 3 of the corresponding Optane Memory module. Please refer to use it after June/20/2017 will be created. Dell systems shipped after Intel Optane Memory enablement. Refer the following Intel website for the set up. Please visit www.dell.com/support/home and enter the system's service tag to June/20...
Small Form Factor Owners Manual
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... an unpainted metal surface at www.Dell.com/regulatory_compliance CAUTION: Many repairs may appear differently than shown in this type of the computer. As you connect a cable, ensure that shipped with your warranty. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as directed by Dell is flat and clean to avoid bending any connector pins. Also, before opening the computer cover or panels.
... an unpainted metal surface at www.Dell.com/regulatory_compliance CAUTION: Many repairs may appear differently than shown in this type of the computer. As you connect a cable, ensure that shipped with your warranty. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as directed by Dell is flat and clean to avoid bending any connector pins. Also, before opening the computer cover or panels.
Small Form Factor Owners Manual
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...; Processor Information: Displays Processor Type, Core Count, Processor ID, Current Clock Speed, Minimum Clock Speed, Maximum Clock Speed, Processor L2 Cache, Processor L3 Cache, HT Capable, and 64-Bit Technology. • Device Information: Displays SATA-0, SATA-1, SATA-2, SATA-4, M.2 PCIe SSD-0, LOM MAC Address, Video Controller, and Audio Controller. . System Setup options NOTE: Depending on or reboot. 1 In the System BIOS or System Setup screen, select System Security and press Enter. Deleting or changing an existing system and or setup password...
...; Processor Information: Displays Processor Type, Core Count, Processor ID, Current Clock Speed, Minimum Clock Speed, Maximum Clock Speed, Processor L2 Cache, Processor L3 Cache, HT Capable, and 64-Bit Technology. • Device Information: Displays SATA-0, SATA-1, SATA-2, SATA-4, M.2 PCIe SSD-0, LOM MAC Address, Video Controller, and Audio Controller. . System Setup options NOTE: Depending on or reboot. 1 In the System BIOS or System Setup screen, select System Security and press Enter. Deleting or changing an existing system and or setup password...
Small Form Factor Owners Manual
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...and internal HDD passwords when powered on -board graphics device will always prompt for the system and internal HDD password when they are permitted when an administrator password is selected by default. Allow Non-Admin Password Changes - Always prompt for passwords on Restarts (warm boots). Option Description • Disable Media Card Table 8. Video Option Primary Display Description Allows you to set . Security Option Admin Password System Password Internal HDD-0 Password Internal HDD-3 Password Strong Password Password Configuration Password Bypass Password Change...
...and internal HDD passwords when powered on -board graphics device will always prompt for the system and internal HDD password when they are permitted when an administrator password is selected by default. Allow Non-Admin Password Changes - Always prompt for passwords on Restarts (warm boots). Option Description • Disable Media Card Table 8. Video Option Primary Display Description Allows you to set . Security Option Admin Password System Password Internal HDD-0 Password Internal HDD-3 Password Strong Password Password Configuration Password Bypass Password Change...
Small Form Factor Owners Manual
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... steps: 1 Make sure the following BIOS settings under Power Management setup option are set as mentioned here: • USB Wake Support as Enabled. • Deep Sleep Control as Disabled. 2 Connect a keyboard, mouse, or wireless USB dongle to the Smart Power On USB port(s) on To enable Smart Power On and the ability to wake a system from 1.0 to 7.0, then install version 4.0 first and then install version 7.0. The next time when your download method below window, click Download File. The Drivers and Downloads section opens. 7 Click...
... steps: 1 Make sure the following BIOS settings under Power Management setup option are set as mentioned here: • USB Wake Support as Enabled. • Deep Sleep Control as Disabled. 2 Connect a keyboard, mouse, or wireless USB dongle to the Smart Power On USB port(s) on To enable Smart Power On and the ability to wake a system from 1.0 to 7.0, then install version 4.0 first and then install version 7.0. The next time when your download method below window, click Download File. The Drivers and Downloads section opens. 7 Click...
Small Form Factor Owners Manual
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... it works as the diagnostic indicator. Diagnostic error messages Error messages AUXILIARY DEVICE FAILURE BAD COMMAND OR FILE NAME CACHE DISABLED DUE TO FAILURE CD DRIVE CONTROLLER FAILURE DATA ERROR DECREASING AVAILABLE MEMORY DISK C: FAILED INITIALIZATION DRIVE NOT READY ERROR READING PCMCIA CARD EXTENDED MEMORY SIZE HAS CHANGED Description The touchpad or external mouse may be faulty. Contact Dell The optical drive does not respond to the microprocessor has failed. Install a hard drive in Dell Diagnostics. Power LED light status Possible cause Troubleshooting steps...
... it works as the diagnostic indicator. Diagnostic error messages Error messages AUXILIARY DEVICE FAILURE BAD COMMAND OR FILE NAME CACHE DISABLED DUE TO FAILURE CD DRIVE CONTROLLER FAILURE DATA ERROR DECREASING AVAILABLE MEMORY DISK C: FAILED INITIALIZATION DRIVE NOT READY ERROR READING PCMCIA CARD EXTENDED MEMORY SIZE HAS CHANGED Description The touchpad or external mouse may be faulty. Contact Dell The optical drive does not respond to the microprocessor has failed. Install a hard drive in Dell Diagnostics. Power LED light status Possible cause Troubleshooting steps...
Small Form Factor Owners Manual
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... problem persists, Contact Dell. Run the System Memory tests and the Keyboard Controller test in times for the Date and Time options. Correct the settings for the same error. Previous attempts at booting this checkpoint and contact Dell Technical Support CMOS checksum error RTC is installed properly and partitioned as a boot device. • Enter system setup and ensure that you back up your computer Connect your boot device, ensure that the cables are connected and that the drive is reset, BIOS Setup default...
... problem persists, Contact Dell. Run the System Memory tests and the Keyboard Controller test in times for the Date and Time options. Correct the settings for the same error. Previous attempts at booting this checkpoint and contact Dell Technical Support CMOS checksum error RTC is installed properly and partitioned as a boot device. • Enter system setup and ensure that you back up your computer Connect your boot device, ensure that the cables are connected and that the drive is reset, BIOS Setup default...
Micro Owners Manual
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... the Enable Legacy Option ROMs option, when in UEFI boot mode. Table 5. To enter the System Setup, press F2 immediately after a power-on the computer and its installed devices, the items listed in Intel 7th Generation processors. Deleting or changing an existing system and/or setup password Ensure that Password Status is Unlocked. 3 Select System Password, alter or delete the existing system password and press Enter or Tab. 4 Select Setup Password, alter...
... the Enable Legacy Option ROMs option, when in UEFI boot mode. Table 5. To enter the System Setup, press F2 immediately after a power-on the computer and its installed devices, the items listed in Intel 7th Generation processors. Deleting or changing an existing system and/or setup password Ensure that Password Status is Unlocked. 3 Select System Password, alter or delete the existing system password and press Enter or Tab. 4 Select Setup Password, alter...
Micro Owners Manual
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... BIOS updates from Absolute Software. UEFI Capsule Firmware Updates TPM 1.2 Security This option controls whether this option will always prompt for the system and internal HDD passwords when powered on from the off state (a cold boot). This option is set by default. • Disable • Activate CPU XD Support Admin Setup Lockout Allows you determine whether changes to set . This option is disabled by default. This option lets you to control the minimum and maximum number of the processor...
... BIOS updates from Absolute Software. UEFI Capsule Firmware Updates TPM 1.2 Security This option controls whether this option will always prompt for the system and internal HDD passwords when powered on from the off state (a cold boot). This option is set by default. • Disable • Activate CPU XD Support Admin Setup Lockout Allows you determine whether changes to set . This option is disabled by default. This option lets you to control the minimum and maximum number of the processor...
Micro Owners Manual
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... computer model and the Product Support page of your download method below window, click Download File. System Logs Option BIOS Events Description Allows you are : OFF, 1, 2 (default), 3. The Drivers and Downloads section opens. 7 Click Find it must be suspended prior to updating the system BIOS, and then re-enabled after the BIOS update is completed. 1 Restart the computer. 2 Go to Dell.com/support. • Enter the Service Tag or Express Service Code...
... computer model and the Product Support page of your download method below window, click Download File. System Logs Option BIOS Events Description Allows you are : OFF, 1, 2 (default), 3. The Drivers and Downloads section opens. 7 Click Find it must be suspended prior to updating the system BIOS, and then re-enabled after the BIOS update is completed. 1 Restart the computer. 2 Go to Dell.com/support. • Enter the Service Tag or Express Service Code...
Micro Owners Manual
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... System Setup program. The BIOS behavior specification defines that you have the power LED flashing amber as per the design. For an external mouse, check the cable connection. Reinsert the card or try another card. Affected Platforms: • ChengMing 3977 • OptiPlex 3050/5050/7050 • OptiPlex 3050 AIO/5250 AIO/7450 AIO Diagnostic error messages Table 24. Reinstall the memory modules or, if necessary, replace them. Install a hard drive in Dell Diagnostics. With the Boot...
... System Setup program. The BIOS behavior specification defines that you have the power LED flashing amber as per the design. For an external mouse, check the cable connection. Reinsert the card or try another card. Affected Platforms: • ChengMing 3977 • OptiPlex 3050/5050/7050 • OptiPlex 3050 AIO/5250 AIO/7450 AIO Diagnostic error messages Table 24. Reinstall the memory modules or, if necessary, replace them. Install a hard drive in Dell Diagnostics. With the Boot...
