Dell Dimension 4500C (Japan Only) Manuel d'utilisateur

www.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comDell™ Dimension™ 4500Cfront doorpower buttonhard-drive light CD or DVD drive lightUSB 2.0 connectors (2)headphone

10 CAUTION: Safety Instructionswww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.com• To avoid shorting out your computer when disconnecting a network cable, first un

100 Appendixwww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comStandard SettingsThe system setup program contains the standard settings for your computer. NOTICE: U

Appendix 101Viewing Settings1 Turn on (or restart) your computer.2 When the blue DELL™ logo appears, press <F2> immediately. If you wait too lon

102 Appendixwww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comClearing Forgotten Passwords CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow

Appendix 10314 Attach the computer stand (see page 21). NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network wall jack and then

104 Appendixwww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.com NOTICE: To avoid damage to the system board while you pry the battery loose, be sure to insert the p

Appendix 105Contacting Dell HINT: Toll-free numbers are for use within the country for which they are listed.When you need to contact Dell, use the te

106 Appendixwww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comRegulatory InformationElectromagnetic Interference (EMI) is any signal or emission, radiated in free

Index 107IndexAaudio. See soundBbatterydisposal, 14replacing, 103BIOS, 100Ccardsadding, 86connectors, 83CD drivefixing problems, 39CD-RW drivefixing p

108 Index108 IndexFFiles and Settings Transfer Wizard, 26finding information, 15finding solutions, 36fixing problemsbattery, 38Dell Diagnostics, 64dri

Index 109crashes, 44stops responding, 44RRAM. See memoryreinstallingdrivers, 68Windows XP, 71ResourceCD, 15, 68-69Dell Diagnostics, 15, 64Ssafety inst

When Using Your Computer 11When Using Your ComputerAs you use your computer, observe the following safe-handling guidelines. CAUTION: Do not operate y

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12 When Using Your Computerwww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comWhen Working Inside Your ComputerBefore you open the computer cover, perform the follo

When Using Your Computer 13• Handle components and cards with care. Do not touch the components or contacts on a card. Hold a card by its edges or by

14 When Using Your Computerwww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comBattery DisposalYour computer uses a lithium coin-cell battery. The lithium coin-cell

Finding Information for Your Computer 15Finding Information for Your ComputerWhat Are You Looking For? Find it Here• A diagnostic program for my compu

16 Finding Information for Your Computerwww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.com• How to reinstall my operating system Operating System CDIf you reinstal

Finding Information for Your Computer 17• Tips on using Windows• How to clean my computer• How to use my mouse and keyboardTell Me How Help File1 Clic

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1SECTION 1Setting UpConnecting the AC AdapterAttaching and Removing the Computer StandSetting Up a PrinterConnecting an IEEE 1394 Device (Optional)Tra

Hints, Notices, and Cautions HINT: A HINT indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates

20 Setting Upwww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comConnecting the AC Adapter1 Connect the AC adapter to the plug on the AC power cable. CAUTION: If you

Setting Up 21Attaching and Removing the Computer StandTo attach the stand: HINT: Place your computer on a soft surface to prevent scratching the top c

22 Setting Upwww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.com5 Place the computer in the upright position.To remove the stand:1 Turn the computer over so that th

Setting Up 23Setting Up a Printer NOTICE: Complete the operating system setup before you connect a printer to the computer.See the documentation that

24 Setting Upwww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.com4 Turn on the printer and then turn on the computer. If the Add New Hardware Wizard window appears,

Setting Up 25Connecting an IEEE 1394 Device (Optional)IEEE 1394 devices can move large amounts of data between computers and peripheral devices and ar

26 Setting Upwww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.com HINT: The connector can accept six-pin IEEE 1394 devices with the use of an adapter.Transferring In

Setting Up 274 On the Do you have a Windows XP CD? screen, click I will use the wizard from the Windows XP CD, and then click Next.5 When the Now go t

28 Setting Upwww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comSetting Up a Home and Office NetworkConnecting to a Network AdapterBefore you connect your computer

Setting Up 293 Click Checklist for creating a network. HINT: Selecting the connection method This computer connects directly to the Internet enables t

Contents 3ContentsCAUTION: Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

30 Setting Upwww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comIf you do not have an MSN Explorer or AOL icon on your desktop or if you want to set up an Internet

Setting Up 31The information in this section is based on the Roxio Easy CD Creator Basic documentation that came with your computer. See the following

32 Setting Upwww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comUsing Blank CD-R Discs or Blank CD-RW DiscsYour CD-RW drive writes to two different types of recordi

Setting Up 33How to Copy a CD HINT: If you have a DVD/CD-RW combo drive and experience recording problems, check the Roxio support website at support.

34 Setting Upwww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comHyper-Threading HINT: Hyper-Threading is supported only on computers that have 3.06-GHz microprocess

2SECTION 2Solving ProblemsFinding SolutionsFinding Help InformationBattery ProblemsDrive ProblemsE-Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsError MessagesGen

36 Solving Problemswww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comFinding SolutionsSometimes it’s difficult to figure out where to go for answers. Use this char

Solving Problems 37See page 55.See page 54.See page 52.See page 41.See page 48.See page 47.See page 39.See page 49.See page 44.See page 53.See page 43

38 Solving Problemswww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comFinding Help InformationBattery Problems CAUTION: There is a danger of a new battery exploding

Solving Problems 39Drive ProblemsCD drive problems HINT: High-speed CD drive vibration is normal and may cause noise. This does not indicate a defect

4 ContentsCopying CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Using Easy CD Creator Basic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Us

40 Solving Problemswww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comProblems writing to a CD-RW drive HINT: If you disable standby mode to write to a CD-RW drive,

Solving Problems 41Hard drive problemsE-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems HINT: Connect the modem to an analog telephone jack only. The modem does no

42 Solving Problemswww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comVERIFY THAT THE MODEM IS COMMUNICATING WITH WINDOWS®1 Click the Start button, and then click C

Solving Problems 43Error MessagesA FILENAME CANNOT CONTAIN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING CHARACTERS: \ / : * ? “ < > | — Do not use these characters in

44 Solving Problemswww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comGeneral ProblemsA program stops respondingA program crashes repeatedly HINT: Software usually

Solving Problems 45A solid blue screen appearsOther software problemsTURN THE COMPUTER OFF — If the computer does not respond to a keystroke or a prop

46 Solving Problemswww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comOther technical problemsGeneral hardware problemsIf your computer exhibits one or more of the

Solving Problems 47IEEE 1394 Problems HINT: Check Windows Explorer to see if your device is listed as a drive.Keyboard ProblemsCHECK YOUR OPERATING SY

48 Solving Problemswww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comMouse ProblemsCHECK THE KEYBOARD CABLE• Shut down the computer (see page 34), reconnect the ke

Solving Problems 49Network ProblemsIF YOU CONNECTED THE MOUSE AFTER TURNING ON THE COMPUTER, REMOVE THE POWER CABLE, AND THEN RECONNECT THE MOUSE CABL

Contents 5Mouse Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Network Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

50 Solving Problemswww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comPC Card Problems HINT: Your computer is designed for 16-bit PCMCIA cards only. Do not use a 32

Solving Problems 51Power Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions on page 9. HINT: If

52 Solving Problemswww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comPrinter Problems HINT: Dell does not cover the printer’s warranty. If you need technical assis

Solving Problems 53Scanner Problems HINT: Dell does not cover the scanner’s warranty. If you need technical assistance for your scanner, call the scan

54 Solving Problemswww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comSound and Speaker Problems HINT: The volume control in some MP3 players overrides the Windows®

Solving Problems 55Video and Monitor ProblemsIf the screen is blank HINT: See the monitor documentation for troubleshooting procedures.RUN THE SPEAKER

56 Solving Problemswww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comIf the screen is difficult to readTEST ANOTHER MONITOR — If another monitor is available, conn

Solving Problems 57RESTORE THE RECOMMENDED SETTINGS — Restore the original resolution and refresh rate settings. See the Tell Me How help file for ins

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3SECTION 3Advanced TroubleshootingDiagnostic LightsUsing System RestoreDell DiagnosticsDriversResolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesReinsta

6 Contents4 Adding PartsFront and Back View of the Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76Front View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

60 Advanced Troubleshootingwww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comDiagnostic LightsTo help you troubleshoot a problem, your computer is equipped with fo

Advanced Troubleshooting 61No memory modules are detected.• Reinstall all memory modules (see page 90) and then restart the computer.• To eliminate th

62 Advanced Troubleshootingwww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comUsing System RestoreThe Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides System Restor

Advanced Troubleshooting 631 Click the Start button, point to All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools, and then click System Restore.2 Ensure that Res

64 Advanced Troubleshootingwww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comEnabling System RestoreIf you reinstall Windows XP with less than 200 MB of free hard-

Advanced Troubleshooting 65Starting the Dell Diagnostics NOTICE: Only use the Dell Diagnostics to test your Dell™ computer. Using this program with ot

66 Advanced Troubleshootingwww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.com9 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to run.Dell Di

Advanced Troubleshooting 674 When the tests are completed, if you are running the Dell Diagnostics from the ResourceCD, remove the CD.5 Close the test

68 Advanced Troubleshootingwww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comIdentifying Drivers1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel.2 In the Control P

Advanced Troubleshooting 69If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore (see page 62) to return your computer to th

Contents 7Contacting Dell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105Regulatory Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

70 Advanced Troubleshootingwww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comResolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesMicrosoft® Windows® XP IRQ conflicts

Advanced Troubleshooting 715 In the Hardware Troubleshooter list, click I need to resolve a hardware conflict on my computer.6 Click Next.Reinstalling

72 Advanced Troubleshootingwww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.com6 Read the information in the License Agreement window, and then press <F8> on y

Advanced Troubleshooting 7315 When the Welcome to Microsoft screen appears, click the green arrow icon at the bottom of the screen to continue. Follow

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4SECTION 4Adding PartsFront and Back View of the ComputerReattaching the Front DoorOpening the Computer CoverLooking Inside Your ComputerAdding PC Car

76 Adding Partswww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comFront and Back View of the ComputerFront View HINT: The front-panel door does not close when you a

Adding Parts 775 USB 2.0 connectors (2) For quick connections, Dell recommends using the front USB connectors for USB devices such as digital cameras,

78 Adding Partswww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comBack View HINT: The front-panel door is removable; if you remove it or accidentally knock it off i

Adding Parts 79Reattaching the Front DoorTo prevent damage to your computer, the front door is designed to "break away" if it is opened too

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80 Adding Partswww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.com5 Press inward on the front door until it clips to both hinge arms. Opening the Computer Cover CAU

Adding Parts 813 Disconnect the computer power cable from the wall outlet, and then press the power button to ground the system board.4 Disconnect all

82 Adding Partswww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comLooking Inside Your Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, foll

Adding Parts 83System Boardmemory module connectors (DIMM A, DIMM B) page 90drive connector (DSKT)hard drive connector (IDE1)battery socket (BATTERY)

84 Adding Partswww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comAdding PC Cards (Optional)You can add PC Cards to computers with integrated PC Card connectors.PC

Adding Parts 853 If you encounter too much resistance when you insert the card, do not force the card. Check the card's orientation, and try agai

86 Adding Partswww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comAdding Other Cards CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the saf

Adding Parts 877 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

88 Adding Partswww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comAdding or Replacing a Video Card CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section,

Adding Parts 89Installing a Video Card HINT: If you purchased the optional video card, ensure that you connected your monitor cable to the correct vid

CAUTION: Safety Instructions 9CAUTION: Safety InstructionsUse the following safety guidelines to help ensure your own personal safety and to help prot

90 Adding Partswww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comAdding Memory CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety i

Adding Parts 919 Align the notch on the bottom of the module with the crossbar in the connector. NOTICE: To avoid damage to the memory module, press t

92 Adding Partswww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.com11 Reinstall the video card (see page 88).12 Close the computer cover (see page 92).13 Attach the

Adding Parts 935 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.

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5SECTION 5AppendixSpecificationsStandard SettingsClearing Forgotten PasswordsReplacing the BatteryDell Technical Support PolicyContacting DellRegulato

96 Appendixwww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comSpecificationsMicroprocessorMicroprocessor type Intel® Pentium® 4L1 cache 8 KB first-levelL2 cache int

Appendix 97MemoryArchitecture DDR SDRAM Memory connectors twoMemory capacities 128-, 256-, and 512-MB non-ECC DDR SDRAMMinimum memory 128 MBMaximum me

98 Appendixwww.jp.dell.com | support.jp.dell.comVideoVideo controller Intel integrated AGP graphics (low-profile AGP video card also supported)AudioAu

Appendix 99EnvironmentalTemperature:Operating 10° to 35°C (50° to 95°F)* Storage –40° to 65°C (–40° to 149°F)Relative humidity 20% to 80% (noncondensi