Dell Dimension 2010 Manuel d'utilisateur

SETUP GUIDE™

8Setting Up Your Dimension Desktop Connect the Keyboard and MouseConnect the USB keyboard and mouse to the USB connectors on the back panel of the com

9Setting Up Your Dimension Desktop Connect the Power Cable

10Setting Up Your Dimension Desktop Connect the Network Cable (Optional)

11Setting Up Your Dimension Desktop A network connection is not required to complete your computer setup, but if you have an existing network or Inter

12Setting Up Your Dimension Desktop Press the Power Button

13Setting Up Your Dimension Desktop Set Up Microsoft WindowsTo set up Microsoft® Windows® for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. T

14Setting Up Your Dimension Desktop Connect to the Internet (Optional)To connect to the Internet, you need an external modem or network connection and

15Setting Up Your Dimension Desktop NOTE: The following instructions are applicable to the Windows default view, so they may not apply if you set your

16Using Your Dimension DesktopThis section provides information about the features available on your Dimension 2010 desktop.Front View Features 132954

17Using Your Dimension Desktop 1Optical drive — Plays or records CDs and DVDs. Ensure that you insert the disc with the printed side facing upwards.2O

18Using Your Dimension Desktop 7 Power button — Turns the computer on or off when pressed. The light in the center of this button indicates the follow

19Using Your Dimension Desktop

20Using Your Dimension Desktop Back View Features231456

21Using Your Dimension Desktop 1Power connector — Connects to the power cable. Appearance of this connector may vary.2Voltage selector switch — Allows

22Using Your Dimension Desktop Back Panel Connectors645321

23Using Your Dimension Desktop 1 VGA connector — Connects to the display. On computers with a discrete graphics card, use the connector on the card.2

24Using Your Dimension Desktop Software FeaturesNOTE: For more information about the features described in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide

25Using Your Dimension Desktop Customizing the DesktopYou can use the customizing options available in your operating system to change the appearance,

26Using Your Dimension Desktop Windows 7•Power saver — Saves power on your computer by reducing system performance to maximize the life of the comput

27Using Your Dimension Desktop Backing Up Your DataIt is recommended that you periodically back up files and folders on your computer. To back up file

SETUP GUIDEModel: D05M Series Type: D05M001™

28Using Your Dimension Desktop Dell DataSafe Online BackupNOTE: Dell DataSafe Online Backup may not be available in all regions.NOTE: A broadband conn

29Using Your Dimension Desktop Dell DockThe Dell Dock is a group of icons that provides easy access to frequently-used applications, files, and folder

30Solving ProblemsThis section provides troubleshooting information for your computer. If you cannot solve your problem using the following guidelines

31Solving Problems Network ProblemsIf the network connection is lost — •Check the cable to ensure it is plugged in and not damaged.•Check the status

32Solving Problems •Ensure that the power supply diagnostics light on the back of the system is on. If the light is off there may be a possible probl

33Solving Problems Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message —•Save and close any open files and exit any open programs you are

34Solving Problems Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up — Ensure that the power cable is firmly connected to the computer a

35Solving Problems Windows Vista1. Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Use an older program with this version of Windows.2. In the welcome screen

36Using Support ToolsDell Support CenterThe Dell Support Center helps you find the service, support, and system-specific information you need. To laun

37Using Support Tools System MessagesIf your computer has an issue or error, it may display a System Message that will help you identify the cause and

Notes, Cautions, and WarningsNOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates

38Using Support Tools No boot device available — No bootable partition on hard drive, the hard drive cable is loose, or no bootable device exists.•If

39Using Support Tools Hardware TroubleshooterIf a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly confi

40Using Support Tools Start the Dell Diagnostics from your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities disc.Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard

41Using Support Tools If PSA is invoked:a. The PSA starts running tests.b. If the PSA completes successfully, the following message is displayed: “No

42Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc1. Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc.2. Shut down and restart t

43Restoring Your Operating SystemYou can restore your operating system in the following ways:•System Restore returns your computer to an earlier oper

44Restoring Your Operating System System RestoreThe Windows operating systems provide a System Restore option which allows you to restore your compute

45Restoring Your Operating System Dell DataSafe Local BackupNOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup may not be available in all regions.Dell DataSafe Local B

46Restoring Your Operating System 6. Select Dell Factory Image Recovery and DataSafe Options and follow the instructions on the screen.NOTE: The resto

47Restoring Your Operating System since you received your computer—including data files—are permanently deleted from the hard drive. Data files includ

3 Setting Up Your Dimension Desktop . . . . . .5Before Setting Up Your Computer . . . . . . . . . 5Connect the Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

48Restoring Your Operating System Operating System ReinstallationBefore You BeginIf you are reinstalling the Microsoft® Windows® operating system to c

49Restoring Your Operating System Reinstalling Microsoft Windows The reinstallation process can take 1 to 2 hours to complete. After you reinstall the

50Getting HelpIf you experience a problem with your computer, you can complete the following steps to diagnose and troubleshoot the problem:1. See “So

51Getting Help Technical Support and Customer ServiceDell’s support service is available to answer your questions about Dell hardware. Our support sta

52Getting Help Dell Support e-mail addresses•[email protected]•[email protected] •[email protected] (Latin America and Caribbean c

53Getting Help Before You CallNOTE: Have your Express Service Code ready when you call. The code helps Dell’s automated-support telephone system direc

54Getting Help See your operating system documentation to determine the contents of the computer’s start-up files. If the computer is connected to a p

55Getting Help

56Finding More Information and ResourcesIf you need to: See:reinstall your operating system the Operating System discfind your system model number th

57Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See:find safety best practices information for your computerreview Safety instructions, Regu

4 Contents Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50Technical Support and Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

58System ModelDimension 2010This section provides information that you may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. Fo

59Basic Specications MemoryConnectors two internally-accessible DDR2 DIMM socketsCapacities 1 GB and 2 GBMemory type 800 MHz DDR2 DIMM; non-ECC memor

60Basic Specications External ConnectorsUSB two front-panel, and four back-panel USB 2.0-compliant connectorsNOTE: The USB connectors can support dev

61Basic Specications Power Coin-cell battery 3-V CR2032 lithiumComputer EnvironmentTemperature ranges:Operating 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)Storage –4

62AppendixMacrovision Product NoticeThis product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. paten

63Appendix

64Appendix A: Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory InformationGeneral Safety Information Use the following safety guidelines to help ensure your own

65Appendix A: Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information When setting up the equipment for use:•Place the equipment on a hard, level surface.

66Appendix A: Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information When Working Inside Your DeviceDo not attempt to service the equipment yourself, excep

67Appendix A: Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information General Power SafetyObserve the following guidelines when connecting your equipment to

5This section provides information about setting up your Dimension desktop.WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, read the s

68Appendix A: Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information RTC Battery SafetyWARNING: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire

69Appendix A: Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information Recycling InformationDell recommends that customers dispose of their used computer har

70Appendix A: Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information Export RegulationsCustomer acknowledges that these Products, which may include technol

71Appendix A: Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information Additional Country-Specific Environmental InformationChina RoHSIn accordance with Chin

72Appendix A: Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information Dell Desktop ProductsPart Name Toxic or Hazardous Substances and ElementsLead (Pb)Merc

73Appendix A: Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information Part Name Toxic or Hazardous Substances and ElementsLead (Pb)Mercury (Hg)Cadmium (Cd)H

74Appendix A: Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information Dell Monitors (Flat Panel and CRT)Part NameToxic or Hazardous Substances and ElementsL

75Appendix A: Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information * Printed Circuit Assembly includes all Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) and their respec

76Appendix B: End User License AgreementThis is a legal agreement (“Agreement”) between you, the user, and Dell Products L.P or Dell Global B.V. (“Del

77Appendix B: End User License Agreement of licenses that you have. If the number of users of Software installed on a network server will exceed the n

6Setting Up Your Dimension Desktop Connect the DisplayYour computer has an integrated VGA connector. You can use this connector to connect to the disp

78Appendix B: End User License Agreement Limited WarrantyDell warrants that the Software disks will be free from defects in materials and workmanship

79Appendix B: End User License Agreement ACCOMPANYING WRITTEN MATERIALS. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS; YOU MAY HAVE OTHERS, W

80Appendix B: End User License Agreement Open Source SoftwareA portion of the Software may contain or consist of open source software, which you can u

81Appendix B: End User License Agreement GeneralThis license is effective until terminated. It will terminate upon the conditions set forth above or i

82BBack Panel Connectors 22backupscreating 27Back View 20Ccalling Dell 53CDs, playing and creating 24chipset 59computer capabilities 24connect(

83Index Eemail addressesfor technical support 52energyconserving 25Expansion Slots 58Express Service Code 18, 50Ffinding more information 56Front

84Index Nnetwork connectionfixing 31Oorder status 52PPower 67power button 18power problems, solving 31problems, solving 30processor 58RRecyclin

85Index UUSB 2.0front connectors 17, 23WWarranty 78Windows 7Program Compatibility Wizard 35Windows VistaProgram Compatibility Wizard 34reinstallin

7Setting Up Your Dimension Desktop Connection Type Computer Cable DisplayVGA-to-VGA (VGA cable)DVI-to-DVI (DVI cable)DVI-to-VGA (DVI-to-VGA adapter

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