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Safety Instructions U se the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer system from potential damage and to ensure your own personal safety. When Using Your Computer System • To help protect your computer system from sudden, transient increases and decreases in electrical power, use a surge suppressor, line conditioner, or uninterruptible power supply.
• Set the monitor at a comfortable viewing distance (usually 510 to 610 millimeters [20 to 24 inches] from your eyes). • Make sure the monitor screen is at eye level or slightly lower when you are sitting in front of the monitor. • Adjust the tilt of the monitor, its contrast and brightness settings, and the lighting around you (such as overhead lights, desk lamps, and the curtains or blinds on nearby windows) to minimize reflections and glare on the monitor screen.
When Working Inside Your • Computer Before you remove the computer cover, perform the following steps in the sequence indicated. CAUTIONS: Do not attempt to service the computer system yourself, except as explained in this guide and elsewhere in Dell documentation. Always follow installation and service instructions closely.
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Preface About This Guide This guide is intended for anyone who uses a Dell Dimension XPS H233 computer system. It can be used by both first-time and experienced computer users who want to learn about the computer. The chapters and appendixes are summarized as follows: • Everyone should read Chapter 1, “Introduction,” for an overview of system features, instructions on accessing the online System User’s Guide, and information on getting help if you need it.
You may also have one or more of the following documents. NOTE: Documentation updates are sometimes included with your system to describe changes to your system or software. Always read these updates before consulting any other documentation because the updates often contain the latest information. • Operating system documentation is included if you ordered your operating system software from Dell.
• Filenames and directory names are presented in lowercase bold. • Examples: autoexec.bat and c:\windows • Command lines consist of a command and may include one or more of the command’s possible parameters. Command lines are presented in the Courier New font. Screen text is text that appears on the screen of your monitor or display. It can be a system message, for example, or it can be text that you are instructed to type as part of a command (referred to as a command line).
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Contents Chapter 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 System Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Accessing Online Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Internal Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jumpers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . System Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figures Figure 2-1. Figure 2-2. Figure 3-1. Figure 3-2. Figure 3-3. Figure 3-4. Figure 3-5. Main Screen of the System Setup Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 ISA Configuration Utility Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 Removing the Computer Cover (Mini Tower Chassis) . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Inside the Desktop Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Inside the Mini Tower Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chapter 1 Introduction T he Dell Dimension™ XPS H233 computer system is a high-speed personal computer designed around an Intel® microprocessor with MMX™ technology. This system combines high-performance Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) design with Industry-Standard Architecture (ISA) design, allowing a wide range of initial configurations and upgrade possibilities. • A high-speed, high-resolution PCI video card that takes advantage of the computer’s local bus.
• • Two 16-bit ISA expansion slots. • • An integrated diskette drive interface. • • Enhanced integrated drive electronics (EIDE) support. Both EIDE channels are located on the PCI bus to provide faster throughput. The primary EIDE channel supports up to two extremely high-capacity EIDE hard-disk drives, while the secondary EIDE channel supports up to two EIDE CD-ROM drives and/or EIDE tape drives. One high-performance serial port and one bidirectional parallel port for connecting external devices.
Getting Help Dell provides a number of tools to help you if you don’t understand a procedure described in this guide or if your system does not perform as expected. For information on these help tools, see the chapter titled “Getting Help” in your Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Guide or the “Contacting Dell” section in the online System User’s Guide.
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Chapter 2 Using Configuration Software T his chapter provides an overview of two important programs that you may need to use with your computer system—the system setup program and the ISA Configuration Utility. Both of these programs are used to configure your computer system, and the system setup program is additionally used to enable and disable your system’s password features. This chapter introduces these programs and tells you how to start them.
System Setup Screens The system setup screens (an example of the Main screen is shown in Figure 2-1) display the current setup and configuration information and optional settings for your system. Information on the screen is organized in four areas: • Table 2-1. System Setup Navigation Keys Keys Action Displays help information. l Menu bar Returns to the parent menu. At the top of each screen is a menu bar for accessing the five main screens in the system setup program.
menu bar configuration options help key functions Figure 2-1. Main Screen of the System Setup Program Responding to Error Messages Disabling a Forgotten Password If an error message appears on your monitor screen while the system is booting, make a note of the message. Refer to Appendix A, “Beep Codes and System Messages,” for an explanation of the message and suggestions for correcting any errors.
To disable a forgotten password, perform the following steps: 1. Remove the computer cover according to the instructions in “Removing the Computer Cover” in Chapter 3. CAUTION: See “Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge” in the safety instructions at the front of this guide. 2. Refer to Table 3-2 and to Figure 3-5 for the settings and location of the password jumper on the system board. 3. Move the jumper plug to the appropriate setting to disable the passwords. 4.
Quick Start To download the program from the World Wide Web, go to www.dell.com and select Service & Support. Select Software Updates, and then select System Utilities. Scroll through the list of utilities, and select the PnP DOS ISA Configuration Util option. To quickly get started using this utility, follow these steps: 1. Perform any required preparatory steps before starting the utility.
Accessing Help You can access online help in the ISA Configuration Utility in four ways: • • You can select Contents from the Help menu to display a list of topics. Select a topic and click the Help button. Help text on that topic appears in a dialog box. For most dialog boxes, you can click the Help button to display information on the action you are performing. • From the ISA Configuration Utility window, you can press the key to display a list of available help topics.
Chapter 3 Inside Your Computer Y our Dell computer system supports a variety of internal options that expand system capabilities. This chapter tells you how to remove the computer cover and familiarizes you with the internal components you might handle if you install Dell hardware options. Before You Begin To make working inside your computer easier, make sure you have adequate lighting and a clean work space.
Removing the Computer Cover cover release latches (2) cover-mounting thumbscrew Remove the computer cover on a desktop or mini tower chassis as follows: 1. Observe the Warning for Your Personal Safety and Protection of Your Equipment found earlier in this chapter. Also, observe the safety instructions at the front of this guide. 2. If you have a mini tower chassis, turn it on its side. NOTE: Place the chassis so that the foot hangs over the edge of the work surface and allows the chassis to lay flat.
Unpacking Your Hardware Option When you remove an option from its shipping carton, you may find it wrapped in antistatic packing material designed to protect it from electrostatic damage. Do not remove the packing material until you are ready to install the option. CAUTION: See “Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge” in the safety instructions at the front of this guide. For instructions on performing a particular upgrade, see your online System User’s Guide.
slide switches Each of these switches has two positions, or settings (usually on and off). To change the setting of a slide switch, use a small, pointed object, such as a small screwdriver or a straightened paper clip, to slide the switch to the proper position. To change the setting of a rocker switch, use the screwdriver or paper clip to press down on the appropriate side of the switch. In either case, do not use a pen, pencil, or other object that might leave a residue on the switch.
microprocessor cooling fan power supply DC power cables system board diskette-drive interface cable secondary hard-disk drive bracket filler brackets drive cage drive bays (typical) chassis power button hard-disk drive access indicator reset button bezel card guide assembly (contains primary hard-disk drive) Figure 3-3.
keyboard connector (KEYBRD) microprocessor board connector (SLOT 1) 3.
Table 3-1. System Board Connectors and Sockets Connector or Socket Description BT9M1 Battery socket CDROM CD-ROM drive audio cable connector FLOPPY Diskette-drive interface connector GAME/AUDIO MIDI/game port connector HD LED SCSI hard-disk drive access indicator cable connector ISAn* ISA expansion-card connectors J6J1, J6J2, J7J1, J7J2 SIMM sockets J7C1, J7D1 Wave-table upgrade connectors J7M1 3.
Table 3-1. System Board Connectors and Sockets (continued) Connector or Socket Description SEC IDE Secondary EIDE channel connector SER1 Serial port connector SLOT 1 SEC cartridge connector USB USB connectors NOTE: For the full name of an abbreviation or acronym used in this table, see the Glossary in the online System User’s Guide. Figure 3-5.
Table 3-2. System-Board Jumper Settings Jumper Settings Description A, pins 1-3; B, pins 1-6; C, pins 1-3 (microprocessor speed) 4 6 4 A 1 3 The microprocessor’s internal speed is 233 MHz. 6 C B 1 3 4 6 1 3 A, pins 4-6 (reserved) 4 6 Reserved (do not change). A 1 3 C, pins 4-6 (clear CMOS) 4 6 System setup settings are retained when the system boots (default setting). C 1 4 3 6 System setup settings revert to their defaults when the system boots.
Table 3-2. System-Board Jumper Settings (continued) Jumper Settings Description D, pins 4-6 (setup) 4 Allows you to enter the system setup program (default setting). 6 D 1 3 4 6 Prevents you from entering the system setup program. D 1 3 • indicates pin 1 jumpered unjumpered NOTE: For the full name of an abbreviation or acronym used in this table, see the Glossary in the online System User’s Guide.
Appendix A Beep Codes and System Messages Y POST Beep Codes This appendix provides the information necessary for interpreting the beep codes and system messages generated by the system basic input/output system (BIOS) and the ISA Configuration Utility. For other error messages, see the documentation for your application program or operating system. If the monitor cannot display errors or problems, the computer may emit a series of beeps that identifies the problem.
Table A-1. POST Beep Codes Beep Code Possible Cause Corrective Action 1 Memory refresh failure Reseat the SIMMs. If the problem persists, see the chapter titled “Getting Help” in your Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Guide for instructions on obtaining technical assistance. 2 Memory parity error Reseat the SIMMs. If the problem persists, see the chapter titled “Getting Help” in your Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Guide for instructions on obtaining technical assistance.
Table A-1. POST Beep Codes (continued) Beep Code Possible Cause Corrective Action 11 Cache memory error See the chapter titled “Getting Help” in your Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Guide for instructions on obtaining technical assistance. 1-2 No video card installed Install a video card in one of the expansion slots on the system board. For instructions, see “Installing an Expansion Card” in the section on installing system board options in the online System User’s Guide.
System Error Messages The first column in Table A-2 lists (in alphabetical order) system error messages that may appear on the screen during the boot routine or during normal system operation. These messages can help you find the source of a problem or lead you to a possible solution. The second column in Table A-2 lists probable causes of the error messages listed in the first column. The third column either provides a corrective action or refers you to a source that provides a solution to the problem. .
Table A-2. System Error Messages (continued) Message Possible Cause Corrective Action CMOS Memory Size Mismatch The system configuration information for system memory in the system setup program is incorrect. Enter the system setup program, and verify the system configuration information; then reboot the computer. If the problem persists, see the chapter titled “Getting Help” in your Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Guide for instructions on obtaining technical assistance.
Table A-2. System Error Messages (continued) Message Possible Cause Corrective Action FDD Controller Failure The system BIOS cannot communicate with the builtin diskette/tape drive controller. Run the Diskette Drives Test Group described in the chapter titled “Running the Diskette-Based Diagnostics” in your Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Guide. HDD Controller Failure The system BIOS cannot communicate with the builtin EIDE interface.
Table A-3. ISA Configuration Utility Messages Message Probable Cause Corrective Action At least one Plug and Play card in your system is not configured due to conflicts. These are marked “config err” in the list of configured cards. The Configuration Manager or the ISA Configuration Utility cannot configure at least one Plug and Play card because of resource conflicts with one or more cards. You must reconfigure the conflicting card(s). To find the conflicting card, perform the following steps: 1.
Table A-3. ISA Configuration Utility Messages (continued) Message Probable Cause Corrective Action No more DMA values can be added. No more values are available for the resource you are trying to add or modify. The maximum number of values for each resource is as follows: No more interrupt values can be added. No more memory values can be added. Memory allocation failed.
Table A-3. ISA Configuration Utility Messages (continued) Message Probable Cause Corrective Action The ICU detects a resource conflict between this card and conflicting card. The conflicting resource was: resource. You added or modified a card that now requires a resource value already in use by the conflicting card. Try each of the following options until the problem is resolved. For instructions on any of these options, see the “Configuring Expansion Cards” section in the online System User’s Guide.
Table A-3. ISA Configuration Utility Messages (continued) Message Probable Cause Corrective Action This device is unconfigurable because of a resource conflict with card card_name. The conflicting resource is resource_name. To fix, reconfigure the conflicting card. The selected card is unconfigurable because one of its resources is already being used by another device. Perform the following procedure: This is an EISA system. Use an ECU, not the ICU, to configure your system.
Table A-4. Configuration Manager Messages Message Probable Cause Corrective Action ERROR: CM internal error=Internal Error Code. An internal error has occurred in the Configuration Manager driver. See the chapter titled “Getting Help” in your Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Guide for instructions on obtaining technical assistance. ERROR: Could not read NVS, Error=Internal Error Code. An attempt to read the NVRAM failed.
Table A-4. Configuration Manager Messages (continued) Message Probable Cause Corrective Action Found Plug and Play ISA card: Plug and Play ISA Card Name. This message appears at system boot for each Plug and Play ISA card recognized by the Configuration Manager. Status message; no action is required. NOTICE: Boot Device Not Active! CSN=Card Select Number. A boot device was found to be inactive. Status message; no action is required.
Table A-4. Configuration Manager Messages (continued) Message Probable Cause Corrective Action WARNING: Could not configure Plug and Play Card Name. The card(s) mentioned are not fully configured due to resource conflicts.
Table A-4. Configuration Manager Messages (continued) Message Probable Cause Corrective Action WARNING:Could not configure Plug and Play Card Name. The card(s) mentioned are not fully configured due to resource conflicts. If you do not know the allowable resource values for your Plug and Play or PCI expansion card, use the following procedure to locate and resolve the resource conflict.
Appendix B Regulatory Notices FCC Notices (U.S. Only) Most Dell computer systems are classified by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) as Class B digital devices. However, the inclusion of certain options changes the rating of some configurations to Class A. To determine which classification applies to your computer system, examine all FCC registration labels located on the back panel of your computer, on card-mounting brackets, and on the cards themselves.
booklet helpful: FCC Interference Handbook, 1986, available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402, Stock No. 004-000-00450-7. Computer Corporation could void your authority to operate this equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This Class B (or Class A, if so indicated on the registration label) digital apparatus meets the requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
• IEC 801-2 — “Electromagnetic compatibility for industrial-process measurement and control equipment Part 2: Electrostatic discharge requirements.” — Severity level 3. • IEC 801-4 — “Electromagnetic compatibility for industrial-process measurement and control equipment Part 4: Electrical fast transient/burst requirements.” — Severity level 2. • IEC 801-3 — “Electromagnetic compatibility for industrial-process measurement and control equipment Part 3: Radiated electromagnetic field requirements.
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Appendix C Warranties and Return Policy Limited Three-Year Warranty (U.S. Only) Dell Computer Corporation (“Dell”) manufactures its hardware products from parts and components that are new or equivalent to new in accordance with industrystandard practices. Dell warrants that the hardware products it manufactures will be free from defects in materials and workmanship. The warranty term is three years beginning on the date of invoice, as described in the following text.
Coverage During Years Two and Three During the second and third years of this limited warranty, Dell will provide, on an exchange basis, replacement parts for the Dell hardware product(s) covered under this limited warranty when a part requires replacement. You must report each instance of hardware failure to Dell’s Customer Technical Support in advance to obtain Dell’s concurrence that a part should be replaced and to have Dell ship the replacement part.
This warranty does not cover any items that are in one or more of the following categories: software; external devices (except as specifically noted); accessories or parts added to a Dell system after the system is shipped from Dell; accessories or parts added to a Dell system through Dell’s system integration department; accessories or parts that are not installed in the Dell factory; or DellWare products.
THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT. THESE WARRANTIES GIVE YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM ONE JURISDICTION TO ANOTHER. DELL DOES NOT ACCEPT LIABILITY BEYOND THE REMEDIES SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT OR LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY LIABILITY FOR PRODUCTS NOT BEING AVAILABLE FOR USE OR FOR LOST DATA OR SOFTWARE.
Index A computer (continued) precautions for working inside, 3-1 assistance, technical, 1-3 Configuration Manager, A-10 B configuration software ISA Configuration Utility, 2-1, 2-4 system setup program, 2-1 CD-ROM drives audio cable connector, 3-6 connectors 3.
D DC power cables about, 3-3 location in chassis, 3-4, 3-5 diagnosing problems, 1-2 direct current.
I M Industry-Standard Architecture See ISA memory See SIMMs interface cables about, 3-3 location, 3-4, 3-5 ISA Configuration Utility, 2-4, A-6 messages See also error messages help information in system setup program, 2-2 prompt to enter the system setup program, 2-1 ISA expansion cards, 3-6 microphone jack, 3-6 J microprocessor fan connector, 3-6 system board connector, 3-6 type supported, 1-1 jacks line-in, 3-6 line-out, 3-6 microphone, 3-6 jumpers about, 3-3 list of, 3-9 location, 3-8 MIDI/gam
Peripheral Component Interconnect. See PCI Plug and Play expansion cards, A-6, A-10 support, 1-1 POST beep codes, A-1 power input connectors, 3-6 power supply cables.
T V technical assistance, 1-3 video resolution, 1-2 troubleshooting about, 1-2 beep codes, A-1 ISA Configuration Utility messages, A-6 system error messages, A-4 typographical conventions, x W warnings, x, 3-1 warranty information, C-1 U upgrade options unpacking, 3-3 USB connectors, 3-6 Index 5
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