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  • Page 1 Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Dell™ OptiPlex™ 320 User's Guide Mini Tower Computer Desktop Computer file:///N|/For_lekha/For%20Deepa/Nadia/UG/A00/en/nadia-temp-working-jul19/Nadia_UG_A00/Output/index.htm[5/22/2015 10:42:56 AM]...

  • Page 2: 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 change without notice.
  • Page 3 Intel Corporation; Microsoft, MS-DOS, and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation; IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation; Bluetooth is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Dell Inc. under license. ENERGY STAR is a registered trademark of the U.S.
  • Page 4 Intel Corporation; Microsoft, MS-DOS, and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation; IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation; Bluetooth is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Dell Inc. under license. ENERGY...
  • Page 5 Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide STAR is a registered trademark of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. As an ENERGY STAR partner, Dell Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products.

  • Page 6: Finding Information

    Finding Information: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Back to Contents Page Finding Information Dell™ OptiPlex™ 320 User's Guide NOTE: Some features or media may be optional and may not ship with your computer. Some features or media may not be available in certain countries.
  • Page 7 DSS utility. DSS provides critical updates for your operating system and support for Dell™ 3.5-inch USB floppy drives, Intel® processors, optical drives, and USB devices. DSS is necessary for correct operation of your Dell computer. The software automatically detects your computer and operating system and installs the updates appropriate for your configuration.
  • Page 8 Finding Information: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 1. Go to support.dell.com, select your region or business segment, and enter your Service Tag. 2. Select Drivers & Downloads and click Go. 3. Click your operating system and search for the keyword Desktop System Software.

  • Page 9: Mini Tower Computer

    Inside Your Computer About Your Mini Tower Computer Front View 1 location of Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you access the Dell Support Service website or call technical support. 2 CD/DVD Insert a CD or DVD (if supported) into this drive.

  • Page 10: Back View

    Mini Tower Computer: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide drive 4 hard-drive This light flickers when the hard drive is in use. activity light 5 USB 2.0 Use the USB connectors on the front of the computer for devices that you...

  • Page 11: Back Panel Connectors

    Mini Tower Computer: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 1 cover release This latch allows you to open the computer cover. latch 2 padlock ring Insert a padlock to lock the computer cover. 3 power connector Insert the power cable into this connector.
  • Page 12 Mini Tower Computer: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide parallel Connect a parallel device, such as a printer, to the parallel connector. If you connector 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 connector configured to the same address.

  • Page 13: Inside Your Computer

    Mini Tower Computer: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide NOTE: If you purchased an optional graphics card, this connector will be covered by a cap. Connect your monitor to the connector on the graphics card. Do not remove the cap. 10 serial Connect a serial device, such as a handheld device, to the serial port.
  • Page 14 Mini Tower Computer: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 1 fan connector (FAN) 10 SATA drive connectors (SATA2, SATA3) 2 password jumper (PSWD) 11 internal buzzer (SPKR1) 3 processor connector (CPU) 12 RTC reset jumper (RTCRST) 4 processor power connector (12VPOWER)

  • Page 15: Mini Tower Computer Specifications

    Mini Tower Computer Specifications: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Back to Contents Page Mini Tower Computer Specifications Dell™ OptiPlex™ 320 User's Guide Microprocessor Microprocessor type Intel® Pentium 4® or Celeron® processor internal cache up to 2 MB pipelined-burst, eight-way set...
  • Page 16 Mini Tower Computer Specifications: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Stereo conversion 24-bit analog-to-digital; 24-bit digital-to- analog Controllers Drives up to two SATA hard drives and up to two SATA or IDE optical drives, one optional floppy drive Expansion Bus Bus type PCI 2.3...
  • Page 17 Mini Tower Computer Specifications: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide System board connectors: 40-pin connector (supports two devices) SATA four 7-pin connectors Floppy drive 34-pin connector Serial 12-pin connector for optional serial port card 5-pin connector PCI 2.3 two 120-pin connectors...
  • Page 18 Mini Tower Computer Specifications: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Power DC power supply: Wattage 305 W Heat dissipation 164 W maximum Voltage 90 to 135 V at 60 Hz; 180 to 264 V at 50 Hz; 100 V at 50/60 Hz for Japanese...

  • Page 19: Advanced Features

    Change the state of your computer, such as updating its BIOS or shutting it down remotely. A managed system is one that has Dell OpenManage Client Instrumentation set up on a network that uses IT Assistant. For information about Dell OpenManage Client Instrumentation, see the Dell OpenManage Client Instrumentation User's Guide available on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com.

  • Page 20: Padlock Ring And Security Cable Slot

    Advanced Features: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Padlock Ring and Security Cable Slot Use one of the following methods to secure your computer: Use a padlock alone or a padlock and looped security cable with the padlock ring. A padlock alone prevents the computer from being opened.

  • Page 21: Typing Your System Password

    Advanced Features: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 3. Type your new system password. You can use up to 32 characters. To erase a character when entering your password, press <Backspace> or the left- arrow key. The password is not case-sensitive.

  • Page 22: Assigning An Administrator Password

    Advanced Features: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 4. Press <Ctrl><Enter> to disable the existing system password. 5. Confirm that Not Set is displayed for the System Password option. If Not Set is displayed, the system password is deleted. If Not Set is not displayed, press <Alt><b> to restart the...

  • Page 23: Disabling A Forgotten Password And Setting A New Password

    Entering System Setup 1. Turn on (or restart) your computer. 2. When the blue DELL™ logo appears, press <F2> immediately. If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows®...

  • Page 24: System Setup Options

    Advanced Features: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide screen is divided into three areas: the options list, active options field, and key functions. Options List — This field appears on the left side of the system setup Option Field — This field contains window.
  • Page 25 Advanced Features: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Reporting (Off default) Onboard Devices Enables or disables the integrated NIC controller. Settings are On, Off, and On w/ PXE. When the On w/ Integrated PXE setting is active, if a boot routine is not available from the network server, the computer attempts to boot from the next device in the boot sequence list.
  • Page 26 Advanced Features: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Value systems do not complete installation when the max CPUID function supported is greater than 3. (Off default) Quiet — The hard drive operates at its most quiet setting. HDD Acoustic Mode (Bypass default) Performance —...

  • Page 27: Boot Sequence

    Advanced Features: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide This option allows the system to power up when a Network Interface Controller or Remote Wakeup-capable Wake-Up modem receives a wake up signal. (Off On is the default setting. On w/ Boot to NIC will allow the computer to attempt to boot from a network prior default) to using the boot sequence.

  • Page 28: Changing Boot Sequence For The Current Boot

    Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot You can use this feature, for example, to tell the computer to boot from the CD drive so that you can run the Dell Diagnostics on the Drivers and Utilities CD (ResourceCD), but you want the computer to boot from the hard drive when the diagnostic tests are complete.

  • Page 29: Clearing Forgotten Passwords

    Advanced Features: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 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 device and adds the USB device option to the boot menu.
  • Page 30 Advanced Features: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Jumper Setting Description PSWD Password features are enabled (default setting). Password features are disabled. RTCRST The real-time clock has not been reset. The real-time clock is being reset (jumpered temporarily). jumpered unjumpered 3. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).

  • Page 31: Clearing Cmos Settings

    Advanced Features: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 11. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on. NOTE: This procedure enables the password feature. When you enter system setup (see Entering System Setup), both system and administrator password options appear as Not Set—meaning that the password feature is enabled but no password is assigned.
  • Page 32 Advanced Features: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Your computer can be set to use less power when you are not working. You control the power usage through the operating system installed on your computer and certain option settings in system setup (see System Setup).

  • Page 33: Cleaning Your Computer

    Cleaning Your Computer: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Back to Contents Page Cleaning Your Computer Dell™ OptiPlex™ 320 User's Guide CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.

  • Page 34: Cds And Dvds

    Cleaning Your Computer: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide CDs and DVDs NOTICE: Always use compressed air to clean the lens in the CD/DVD drive, and follow the instructions that come with the compressed air. Never touch the lens in the drive.

  • Page 35: Connecting Multiple Monitors

    Connecting Multiple Monitors: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Back to Contents Page Connecting Multiple Monitors Dell™ OptiPlex™ 320 User's Guide Before Connecting Mutiple Monitors or a Monitor and a Television to Your Computer Connecting Two to Three Monitors Using Surround View...

  • Page 36: Changing The Display Settings

    Connecting Multiple Monitors: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 3. Make the appropriate connections for the second device that you are connecting. DVI monitor: Connect the DVI connector on the monitor to the DVI (white) connector on the graphics card in the back of the computer.

  • Page 37: Reinstalling Drivers And The Operating System

    A driver acts like a translator between the device and any other programs that use the device. Each device has its own set of specialized commands that only its driver recognizes. Dell ships your computer to you with required drivers already installed—no further installation or configuration is needed. NOTICE: The optional Drivers and Utilities CD (Resource CD) may contain drivers for operating systems that are not on your computer.

  • Page 38: Reinstalling Drivers And Utilities

    Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your Drivers and Utilities CD (Resource CD) provide approved drivers for Dell™ computers. If you install drivers obtained from other sources, your computer might not work correctly. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD (Resource CD) is optional, and as such, may not ship with certain computers.

  • Page 39: Using Microsoft Windows Xp System Restore

    Reinstalling Drivers and the Operating System: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide drivers for your system configuration. 5. Click the appropriate driver and follow the instructions to download the driver for your computer. To view a list of all available drivers for your computer, click Drivers in the Topic drop-down menu.

  • Page 40: Undoing The Last System Restore

    Reinstalling Drivers and the Operating System: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Undoing the Last System Restore NOTICE: Before you undo the last system restore, save and close all open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any files or programs until the system restoration is complete.

  • Page 41: Booting From The Operating System Cd

    The Operating System CD provides options for reinstalling Windows XP. The options can overwrite files and possibly affect programs installed on your hard drive. Therefore, do not reinstall Windows XP unless a Dell technical support representative instructs you to do so.
  • Page 42 Reinstalling Drivers and the Operating System: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 11. If the Networking Settings screen appears, click Typical and click Next. 12. If you are reinstalling Windows XP Professional and you are prompted to provide further information regarding your network configuration, enter your selections.

  • Page 43: Solving Problems

    If you have to repeatedly reset time and date information after turning on the computer, or if an incorrect time or date displays during start-up, replace the battery (see Battery). If the battery still does not work properly, contact Dell (see Contacting Dell).

  • Page 44: Cd And Dvd Drive Problems

    Hard drive problems Running the Dell IDE Hard Drive Diagnostics — The Dell IDE Hard Drive Diagnostics is a utility that tests the hard drive to troubleshoot or confirm a hard drive failure. 1. Turn on your computer (if your computer is already on, restart it).

  • Page 45: Lockups And Software Problems

    Solving Problems: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Check the keyboard cable — Ensure that the keyboard cable is firmly connected to the computer. Shut down the computer, reconnect the keyboard cable as shown in the Quick Reference Guide for your computer, and then restart the computer.

  • Page 46: A Program Crashes Repeatedly

    Solving Problems: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide A program crashes repeatedly NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on a floppy disk or CD. Check the software documentation — If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program.

  • Page 47: Mouse Problems

    Solving Problems: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide If you receive an insufficient memory message — Save and close any open files and exit any open programs you are not using to see if that resolves the problem. See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. If necessary, install additional memory (see Memory).

  • Page 48: Network Problems

    Solving Problems: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Check for software and hardware conflicts — Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities. Network 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 located in the Product Information Guide.

  • Page 49: Printer Problems

    Solving Problems: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide The computer is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem might exist. Ensure that the voltage selection switch is set to match the AC power at your location (if applicable). Ensure that the processor power cable is securely connected to the system board.

  • Page 50: Serial Or Parallel Device Problems

    Solving Problems: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 1. Turn on or restart your computer. 2. When Press <F2> to Enter Setup appears in the upper-right corner of the screen, press <F2> immediately. If you wait too long and the Microsoft® Windows® logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Windows desktop.

  • Page 51: No Sound From Headphones

    Solving Problems: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Enable digital mode — Your speakers do not work if the CD drive is operating in analog mode. 1. Click the Start button, click Control Panel, and then click Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices.

  • Page 52: If The Screen Is Difficult To Read

    Solving Problems: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Check the monitor cable connection — If you purchased a graphics card, ensure that the monitor is connected to the card. Ensure that your monitor is properly connected (see the Quick Reference Guide that came with your computer).

  • Page 53: Microsoft® Windows® Xp Features

    Microsoft® Windows® XP Features : Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Back to Contents Page Microsoft® Windows® XP Features Dell™ OptiPlex™ 320 User's Guide Transferring Information to a New Computer User Accounts and Fast User Switching Setting Up a Home and Office Network...

  • Page 54: User Accounts And Fast User Switching

    Microsoft® Windows® XP Features : Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide To transfer data to the new computer: 1. On the Now go to your old computer screen on the new computer, click Next. 2. On the Where are the files and settings? screen, select the method you chose for transferring your settings and files and click Next.

  • Page 55: Network Setup Wizard

    Microsoft® Windows® XP Features : Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Setting Up a Home and Office Network Connecting to a Network Adapter Before you connect your computer to a network, the computer must have a network adapter installed and a network cable connected to it.

  • Page 56: Troubleshooting Tools And Utilities

    Enter system setup, review your computer's configuration information, and ensure that the device you want to test displays in system setup and is active (see System Setup). Start the Dell Diagnostics from either your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities CD (an optional CD also known as the ResourceCD). See Dell Diagnostics.

  • Page 57: Dell Diagnostics Main Menu

    6. Type 1 to start the Drivers and Utilities CD menu. 7. Type 2 to start the Dell Diagnostics. 8. Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. If multiple versions are listed, select the version appropriate for your computer.

  • Page 58: System Lights

    Allows you to customize the test by changing the test settings. 4. When the tests are completed, if you are running the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities CD, remove the CD. 5. Close the test screen to return to the Main Menu screen. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the Main Menu screen.
  • Page 59 Troubleshooting Tools and Utilities: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide the Product Information Guide. To help you troubleshoot a problem, your computer has four lights labeled "1," "2," "3," and "4"on the front or back panel. The lights can be off or green. When the computer starts normally, the patterns or codes on the lights change as the boot process completes.

  • Page 60: Beep Codes

    This beep code tells you that the computer encountered a memory problem. If your computer beeps during start-up: 1. Write down the beep code on the Diagnostics Checklist. 2. Run the Dell Diagnostics to identify a more serious cause (see Dell Diagnostics). 3. Contact Dell for technical assistance (see Contacting Dell).

  • Page 61: Error Messages

    4. See the program documentation for installation instructions. Alert! Previous attempts at booting this system have failed at checkpoint [nnnn]. For help in resolving this problem, please note this checkpoint and contact Dell Technical Support — Contact Dell and report the checkpoint code (nnnn) to the support technician (see Contacting Dell).
  • Page 62 Troubleshooting Tools and Utilities: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Controller has failed — Drive Problems. Data error — Drive Problems. Decreasing available memory — Lockups and Software Problems. Diskette drive 0 seek failure — Drive Problems. Diskette read failure —...
  • Page 63 Troubleshooting Tools and Utilities: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Memory double word logic failure at address, read value expecting value — Memory odd/even logic failure at address, read value expecting value — Memory write/read failure at address, read value expecting value —...

  • Page 64: Write Fault

    EIDE controller is operating outside of normal specifications. It is advisable to immediately back up your data and replace your hard drive by calling your support desk or Dell — If no replacement drive is immediately available and the drive is not the only bootable drive, enter...
  • Page 65 Troubleshooting Tools and Utilities: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Incorrectly configured devices are indicated by a yellow exclamation point (!) or a red X if the device has been disabled. 5. Double-click any device marked with an exclamation point to display the Properties window.

  • Page 66: Getting Help

    Technical Support Service. NOTE: Some of the following services are not always available in all locations outside the continental U.S. Call your local Dell representative for information on availability. Online Services You can access Dell Support at support.dell.com. Select your region on the WELCOME TO DELL SUPPORT page, and fill in the requested details to access help tools and information.

  • Page 67: Autotech Service

    Automated Order-Status Service To check on the status of any Dell™ products that you have ordered, you can go to support.dell.com, or you can call the automated order-status service. A recording prompts you for the information needed to locate and report on your order. For...

  • Page 68: Problems With Your Order

    Product Information If you need information about additional products available from Dell, or if you would like to place an order, visit the Dell website at www.dell.com. For the telephone number to call to speak to a sales specialist, see the contact numbers for your...

  • Page 69: Contacting Dell

    Dell through the support number listed and your call will be routed appropriately. When you need to contact Dell, use the electronic addresses, telephone numbers, and codes provided in the following table. If you need assistance in determining which codes to use, contact a local or an international operator.
  • Page 70 0820 240 530 16 Country Code: 43 Support for XPS 0820 240 530 81 City Code: 1 Home/Small Business Support for all other Dell computers 0820 240 530 17 Preferred Accounts/Corporate Support 0820 240 530 17 Switchboard 0820 240 530 00 Website: www.dell.com.bs...
  • Page 71 Getting Help: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Switchboard 02 481 91 00 Website: www.dell.com/bm Bermuda E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com General Support 1-877-890-0751 Website: www.dell.com/bo Bolivia E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com General Support toll-free: 800-10-0238 Website: www.dell.com/br Brazil E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com International Access Customer Support, Tech Support...
  • Page 72 Getting Help: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide toll-free: 800 858 0950 Precision™) Technical Support (servers and storage) toll-free: 800 858 0960 toll-free: 800 858 2920 Technical Support (projectors, PDAs, switches, routers, and so on) Technical Support (printers) toll-free: 800 858 2311...
  • Page 73 Getting Help: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Switchboard Fax (Home/Small Business) 3287 5001 Website: www.dell.com/dm Dominica E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com General Support toll-free: 1-866-278-6821 Website: www.dell.com/do Dominican Republic E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com General Support 1-800-156-1588 Website: www.dell.com/ec E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com Ecuador General Support (calling from Quito)
  • Page 74 Getting Help: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: tech_support_central_europe@dell.com Technical Support for XPS 069 9792 7222 Germany (Langen) Technical Support for all other Dell computers 069 9792-7200 International Access Home/Small Business Customer Care 0180-5-224400 Code: 00 Global Segment Customer Care...
  • Page 75 Getting Help: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide E-mail: dell_direct_support@dell.com Sales Ireland Sales 01 204 4444 Dell Outlet 1850 200 778 Online Ordering HelpDesk 1850 200 778 Customer Care Home User Customer Care 01 204 4014 Ireland (Cherrywood) Small Business Customer Care...
  • Page 76 Getting Help: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide International Access Technical Support outside of Japan (PDAs, projectors, Code: 001 81-44-556-3468 printers, routers) Country Code: 81 Faxbox Service 044-556-3490 City Code: 44 24-Hour Automated Order Status Service 044-556-3801 Customer Care 044-556-4240 Business Sales Division (up to 400 employees)
  • Page 77 Getting Help: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Corporate Sales toll-free: 1 800 888 213 E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com 001-877-384-8979 Customer Technical Support or 001-877-269-3383 Mexico 50-81-8800 Sales International Access or 01-800-888-3355 Code: 00 001-877-384-8979 Country Code: 52 Customer Service or 001-877-269-3383 50-81-8800...
  • Page 78 Getting Help: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide General Support 011-800-507-1264 E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com Peru General Support 0800-50-669 Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: pl_support_tech@dell.com Poland (Warsaw) Customer Service Phone 57 95 700 International Access Customer Care 57 95 999 Code: 011 Sales 57 95 999...
  • Page 79 Getting Help: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Technical Support 02 5441 5727 International Access Customer Care 420 22537 2707 Code: 00 02 5441 8328 Country Code: 421 Tech Fax 02 5441 8328 Switchboard (Sales) 02 5441 7585 Website: support.euro.dell.com South Africa E-mail: dell_za_support@dell.com...
  • Page 80 Getting Help: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Customer Care (Home and Small Business) 0848 802 202 City Code: 22 Customer Care (Corporate) 0848 821 721 022 799 01 90 Switchboard 022 799 01 01 Website: support.ap.dell.com E-mail: ap_support@dell.com Taiwan Technical Support (OptiPlex, Latitude, Inspiron, Dimension,...
  • Page 81 Automated Order-Status Service toll-free: 1-800-433-9014 AutoTech (portable and desktop computers) toll-free: 1-800-247-9362 toll-free: 1-877-459-7298 Hardware and Warranty Support (Dell TV, Printers, and Projectors) for Relationship customers Americas Consumer XPS Support toll-free: 1-800-232-8544 Consumer (Home and Home Office) Support for all other...
  • Page 82 Getting Help: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Venezuela E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com General Support 0800-100-4752 Back to Contents Page file:///N|/For_lekha/For%20Deepa/Nadia/UG/A00/en/nadia-temp-working-jul19/Nadia_UG_A00/Output/gethelp.htm[5/22/2015 10:43:23 AM]...

  • Page 83: Warranty

    Dell™ OptiPlex™ 320 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, see the Product Information Guide or separate paper warranty document that shipped with your computer.

  • Page 84: Fcc Notice (U.s. Only)

    2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTICE: The FCC regulations provide that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Dell Inc. could void your authority to operate this equipment. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

  • Page 85: Before You Begin

    Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer. You have read the safety information in your Dell™ Product Information Guide. A component can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in reverse order. Recommended Tools The procedures in this document may require the following tools:...
  • Page 86 NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. NOTICE: When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its strain-relief loop, not on the cable itself. Some cables have a connector with locking tabs;...

  • Page 87: Removing The Computer Cover

    Removing the Computer Cover: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Back to Contents Page Removing the Computer Cover Dell™ OptiPlex™ 320 User's Guide CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.
  • Page 88 Removing the Computer Cover: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 3 padlock ring Back to Contents Page file:///N|/For_lekha/For%20Deepa/Nadia/UG/A00/en/nadia-temp-working-jul19/Nadia_UG_A00/Output/mt_remov.htm[5/22/2015 10:43:29 AM]...

  • Page 89: Removing The I/O Panel

    I/O Panel: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Back to Contents Page I/O Panel Dell™ OptiPlex™ 320 User's Guide Removing the I/O Panel CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.

  • Page 90: Replacing The I/O Panel

    I/O Panel: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 3 I/O panel 4 I/O cable connector Replacing the I/O Panel 1. To replace the I/O panel, follow the removal procedure in the reverse order. NOTE: Use the guides on the I/O panel bracket to help position the I/O panel in place, and use the notch on the I/O panel bracket to help seat the panel.

  • Page 91: General Installation Guidelines

    Drives: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Back to Contents Page Drives Dell™ OptiPlex™ 320 User's Guide General Installation Guidelines Hard Drive Drive-Panel Inserts Floppy Drive CD/DVD Drive Your computer supports: Up to two SATA (serial ATA) hard drives One optional floppy drive...

  • Page 92: Connecting Drive Cables

    Drives: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Connecting Drive Cables When you install a drive, you connect two cables—a DC power cable and a data cable—to the back of the drive and to the system board. Data Cable Connectors IDE Data Cable Connector SATA Data Cable Connector...

  • Page 93: Connecting And Disconnecting Drive Cables

    Drives: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 1 power cable 2 power input connector Connecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables Most 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.
  • Page 94 Drives: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 1 hard-drive data cable 2 hard-drive data connector on system board 3 power cable 5. Press the blue release tabs on each side of the drive towards each other and slide the drive up and out of the computer.

  • Page 95: Installing A Hard Drive

    Drives: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 2 release tabs (2) 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.
  • Page 96 Drives: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 5. Connect the power and data cables to the drive. 1 hard-drive data cable 2 hard-drive data connector on system board 3 power cable 6. Ensure that the data cable is securely connected to the connector on the system board.

  • Page 97: Adding A Second Hard Drive

    11. Exit system setup, and reboot the computer. 12. Partition and logically format your drive before you proceed to the next step. See the documentation for your operating system for instructions. 13. Test the hard drive by running the Dell Diagnostics (see Dell Diagnostics).
  • Page 98 Drives: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 5. Move the first hard drive from the upper bay to the lower bay: a. Disconnect the power and the data cables from the back of the first hard drive. b. Press in on the blue release tabs on each side of the drive and slide the first hard drive up and out of the upper bay.

  • Page 99: Drive-Panel Inserts

    Drives: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 1 hard-drive data cable 2 hard-drive data connector on system board (SATA0 or SATA1) 3 power cable 10. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover). Drive-Panel Inserts 1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
  • Page 100 Drives: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 1 drive panel 2 release tab 3 drive-panel insert 3. Find the drive-panel insert in front of the drive bay that you want to use. 4. Gently press the release tab of the insert to remove it from the drive panel.

  • Page 101: Removing The Floppy Drive

    Drives: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide The drive panel only fits when it is correctly oriented. Floppy Drive CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the computer cover.

  • Page 102: Installing The Floppy Drive

    Drives: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 1 floppy drive 2 drive release latch 5. If you are replacing the floppy drive, see Installing the Floppy Drive. Otherwise, replace the drive panel by aligning its hinges and rotating it up until it snaps into place.
  • Page 103 Drives: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 1 floppy drive 2 shoulder screws (4) 3 shoulder screw slots (2) 4. Attach the power and data cables to the floppy drive. 1 power cable file:///N|/For_lekha/For%20Deepa/Nadia/UG/A00/en/nadia-temp-working-jul19/Nadia_UG_A00/Output/mt_drive.htm[5/22/2015 10:43:38 AM]...

  • Page 104: Removing A Cd/Dvd Drive

    Replacing the Computer Cover). 7. Enter system setup and use the Diskette Drive option to enable your new floppy drive (see Entering System Setup). 8. Verify that your computer works correctly by running the Dell Diagnostics (see Dell Diagnostics). CD/DVD Drive CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.

  • Page 105: Installing A Cd/Dvd Drive

    Drives: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 2 drive release latch 5. If you are replacing the CD/DVD drive, see Installing a CD/DVD Drive. Otherwise, replace the drive panel by aligning its hinges and rotating it up until it snaps into place.
  • Page 106 Drives: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 1 CD/DVD drive 2 shoulder screws (3) 3 shoulder screw slots (2) 6. Connect the power and data cables to the drive and to the system board. NOTE: The CD/DVD drive cable may be a SATA cable, which looks different than the IDE cable in the image below. For...
  • Page 107 8. Replace the drive panel by aligning its hinges and rotating it up until it snaps into place. 9. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover). 10. Verify that your computer works correctly by running the Dell Diagnostics (see Dell Diagnostics). Back to Contents Page...

  • Page 108: Pci And Pci Express Cards

    Your Dell™ computer provides the following connectors for PCI and PCI Express cards. Two PCI card slots One PCI Express x16 card slot NOTE: Your Dell computer uses only PCI and PCI Express slots. ISA cards are not supported. Installing a Expansion Card 1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
  • Page 109 PCI and PCI Express Cards: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 1 alignment guide 4 card connector 2 card 5 release tab 3 card-edge connector 6 card retention latch 3. Open the card retention mechanism that secures the card in place from the top: a.
  • Page 110 PCI and PCI Express Cards: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 1 card fully seated 2 card not fully seated 3 bracket caught outside of slot 4 bracket within slot 9. Before you replace and lower the card retention mechanism, ensure that: The tops of all cards and filler brackets are flush with the alignment bar.

  • Page 111: Removing An Expansion Card

    PCI and PCI Express Cards: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide integrated network connector on the back panel of the computer. 16. Install any drivers required for the card as described in the card documentation. Removing an Expansion Card 1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
  • Page 112 PCI and PCI Express Cards: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 7. Before you replace and lower the card retention mechanism, ensure that: The tops of all cards and filler brackets are flush with the alignment bar. The notch in the top of the card or filler bracket fits around the alignment guide.

  • Page 113: Replacing The Power Supply

    Power Supply: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Back to Contents Page Power Supply Dell™ OptiPlex™ 320 User's Guide Replacing the Power Supply DC Power Connectors Replacing the Power Supply CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.

  • Page 114: Dc Power Connectors

    Power Supply: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 1 release button 2 power supply 3 screws (4) 4 AC power connector 5. Slide the power supply approximately 1 inch towards the front of the computer. 6. Lift the power supply up and out of the computer.

  • Page 115: Dc Power Connector P1

    Power Supply: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide DC Power Connector P1 Pin Number Signal name 18-AWG Wire +3.3 VDC Orange +3.3 VDC Orange Black VCC (+5 V) Black VCC (+5 V) Black PS_PWRGOOD Gray P5AUX Purple V_12P0_DIG Yellow V_12P0_DIG Yellow +3.3 VDC...

  • Page 116: Dc Power Connector P2

    Power Supply: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Black PWR_PS_ON Green Black Black Black VCC (+5 V) VCC (+5 V) VCC (+5 V) Black *Use 22-AWG wire instead of 18-AWG wire. DC Power Connector P2 Pin Number Signal Name 18-AWG Wire...

  • Page 117: Dc Power Connector P7

    Power Supply: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide +12 VDC Yellow DC Power Connector P7 Pin Number Signal Name 22-AWG Wire +5 VDC Black Black +12 VDC Yellow DC Power Connectors P8 and P9 Pin Number Signal name 18-AWG Wire +12 VDC...

  • Page 118: Removing The Processor

    Processor: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Back to Contents Page Processor Dell™ OptiPlex™ 320 User's Guide Removing the Processor Installing the Processor CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.

  • Page 119: Installing The Processor

    Processor: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide replace the processor. 4. Open the processor cover by sliding the release lever from under the center cover latch on the socket. Then, pull the lever back to release the processor. 1 center cover latch...
  • Page 120 Processor: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 3. If the release lever on the socket is not fully extended, move it to that position. 4. Orient the front and rear alignment-notches on the processor with the front and rear alignment- notches on the socket.
  • Page 121 Processor: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide b. Rotate the heat sink assembly down towards the computer base and tighten the two captive screws. NOTICE: Ensure that the heat sink assembly is correctly seated and secure. 1 heat sink assembly 2 heat-sink assembly bracket 3 captive screw housing (2) 12.
  • Page 122 Battery: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Back to Contents Page Battery Dell™ OptiPlex™ 320 User's Guide CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components.
  • Page 123 Battery: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 1 system battery 2 positive side of battery connector 3 battery socket tab 4 battery socket NOTICE: To avoid damage to the battery connector, you must firmly support the connector while replacing the battery.

  • Page 124: Removing The System Board

    System Board: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Back to Contents Page System Board Dell™ OptiPlex™ 320 User's Guide Replacing the System Board Removing the System Board 1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin. CAUTION: To guard against the electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.

  • Page 125: Replacing The System Board

    System Board: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 1 system board 2 screws (10) 6. Slide the system board assembly toward the front of the computer, and then lift the board up and away. 7. Place the system board assembly that you just removed next to the replacement system board to ensure it is identical.

  • Page 126: Ddr2 Memory Overview

    Mini Tower Computer Specifications Desktop Computer Specifications NOTICE: Before you install new memory modules, download the most recent BIOS for your computer from the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. DDR2 Memory Overview NOTICE: Do not install ECC memory modules. Doing so may cause the system not to boot or affect performance.

  • Page 127: Removing Memory

    If you remove your original memory modules from the computer during a memory upgrade, keep them separate from any new modules that you may have, even if you purchased the new modules from Dell. If possible, do not pair an original memory module with a new memory module. Otherwise, your computer may not start properly.

  • Page 128: Installing Memory

    You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis. NOTE: Memory purchased from Dell is covered under your computer warranty. 1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
  • Page 129 5 through step 9. When the System Memory total is correct, press <Esc> to exit system setup. 10. Run the Dell Diagnostics to verify that the memory modules are operating properly (see Dell Diagnostics). Back to Contents Page file:///N|/For_lekha/For%20Deepa/Nadia/UG/A00/en/nadia-temp-working-jul19/Nadia_UG_A00/Output/memory.htm[5/22/2015 10:43:53 AM]...

  • Page 130: Replacing The Computer Cover

    Replacing the Computer Cover: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Back to Contents Page Replacing the Computer Cover Dell™ OptiPlex™ 320 User's Guide CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
  • Page 131 Glossary: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Back to Contents Page Glossary Dell™ OptiPlex™ 320 User's Guide Terms in this Glossary are provided for informational purposes only and may or may not describe features included with your particular computer. AC — alternating current — The form of electricity that powers your computer when you plug the AC adapter power cable in to an electrical outlet.
  • Page 132 Glossary: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide bus speed — The speed, given in MHz, that indicates how fast a bus can transfer information. byte — The basic data unit used by your computer. A byte is usually equal to 8 bits.
  • Page 133 ExpressCards. ExpressCards support both the PCI Express and USB 2.0 standard. Express Service Code — A numeric code located on a sticker on your Dell™ computer. Use the Express Service Code when contacting Dell for assistance. Express Service Code service may not be available in some countries.
  • Page 134 Glossary: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide extended display mode — A display setting that allows you to use a second monitor as an extension of your display. Also referred to as dual display mode. extended PC Card — A PC Card that extends beyond the edge of the PC Card slot when installed.
  • Page 135 Glossary: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide measured in kilohertz (kHz), megahertz (MHz), gigahertz (GHz), or terahertz (THz). IC — integrated circuit — A semiconductor wafer, or chip, on which thousands or millions of tiny electronic components are fabricated for use in computer, audio, and video equipment.
  • Page 136 — A bay that supports devices such as optical drives, a second battery, or a Dell TravelLite™ module. memory — A temporary data storage area inside your computer. Because the data in memory is not permanent, it is recommended that you frequently save your files while you are working on them, and always save your files before you shut down the computer.
  • Page 137 Glossary: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide parallel connector — An I/O port often used to connect a parallel printer to your computer. Also referred to as an LPT port. partition — A physical storage area on a hard drive that is assigned to one or more logical storage areas known as logical drives.
  • Page 138 — 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 computer when you access Dell Support at support.dell.com or when you call Dell for customer service or technical support.
  • Page 139 Glossary: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 600 and 1024 x 768. The number of colors and resolution that a program displays depends on the capabilities of the monitor, the video controller and its drivers, and the amount of video memory installed in the computer.
  • Page 140 Glossary: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide video mode — A mode that describes how text and graphics are displayed on a monitor. Graphics-based software, such as Windows operating systems, displays in video modes that can be defined as x horizontal pixels by y vertical pixels by z colors.
  • Page 141 Glossary: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide file:///N|/For_lekha/For%20Deepa/Nadia/UG/A00/en/nadia-temp-working-jul19/Nadia_UG_A00/Output/glossary.htm[5/22/2015 10:43:55 AM]...

  • Page 142: About Your Desktop Computer

    Desktop Computer: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Back to Contents Page Desktop Computer Dell™ OptiPlex™ 320 User's Guide About Your Desktop Computer Inside Your Computer About Your Desktop Computer Front View USB 2.0 Use the USB connectors on the front of the computer for devices that you...
  • Page 143 CD/DVD Insert a CD or DVD (if supported) into this drive. drive 10 location of Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you access the Dell Service Support website or call technical support. Back View 1 card slots Access connectors for any installed PCI and PCI Express cards.
  • Page 144 Desktop Computer: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 6 cover release Use this latch to open the computer cover. latch Back-Panel Connectors parallel Connect a parallel device, such as a printer, to the parallel connector. If you connector have a USB printer, plug it into a USB connector.
  • Page 145 Desktop Computer: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide USB 2.0 Use the back USB connectors for devices that typically remain connected, connectors such as printers and keyboards. video Plug the cable from your VGA-compatible monitor into the blue connector. connector NOTE: If you purchased an optional graphics card, this connector will be covered by a cap.
  • Page 146 Desktop Computer: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 1 fan connector (FAN) CD/DVD drive connector (IDE) 2 password jumper (PSWD) 10 internal buzzer (SPKR1) 3 processor connector (CPU) 11 RTC reset jumper (RTCRST) 4 processor power connector (12VPOWER) 12 battery socket (BATT)

  • Page 147: Desktop Computer Specifications

    Desktop Computer Specifications: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Back to Contents Page Desktop Computer Specifications Dell™ OptiPlex™ 320 User's Guide Microprocessor Microprocessor type Intel® Pentium 4® or Celeron® processor internal cache up to 2 MB pipelined-burst, eight-way set associative, write-back SRAM...
  • Page 148 Desktop Computer Specifications: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Stereo conversion 24-bit analog-to-digital; 24-bit digital-to- analog Controllers Drives up to two SATA hard drives, one optional floppy drive and one optional SATA or IDE optical drive Expansion Bus Bus type PCI 2.3 PCI Express 1.0A...
  • Page 149 Desktop Computer Specifications: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 2.0–compliant connectors Audio three back-panel connectors for line-in, line-out, and microphone; one front-panel connector for headphones System board connectors: 40-pin connector (supports one device) SATA two 7-pin connectors Floppy drive 34-pin connector...
  • Page 150 Desktop Computer Specifications: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Diagnostic lights four lights on the front panel (see Diagnostic Lights) Standby power light AUX_PWR on the system board Power DC power supply: Wattage 280 W Heat dissipation 150 W maximum Voltage 90 to 135 V at 60 Hz;...
  • Page 151 Removing the Computer Cover: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Back to Contents Page Removing the Computer Cover Dell™ OptiPlex™ 320 User's Guide CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
  • Page 152 Removing the Computer Cover: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide file:///N|/For_lekha/For%20Deepa/Nadia/UG/A00/en/nadia-temp-working-jul19/Nadia_UG_A00/Output/dt_remov.htm[5/22/2015 10:44:00 AM]...
  • Page 153 I/O Panel: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Back to Contents Page I/O Panel Dell™ OptiPlex™ 320 User's Guide Removing the I/O Panel CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.
  • Page 154 I/O Panel: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 4 I/O connector pull-loop Replacing the I/O Panel 1. To replace the I/O panel, follow the removal procedures in the reverse order. NOTE: Use the guides on the I/O panel bracket to help position the I/O panel in place and use the notch on the I/O panel bracket to help seat the card.

  • Page 155: Drive Interface Connectors

    Drives: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Back to Contents Page Drives Dell™ OptiPlex™ 320 User's Guide General Installation Guidelines CD/DVD Drive Floppy Drive Hard Drive Your computer supports: Up to two SATA (serial ATA) hard drives One optional floppy drive...
  • Page 156 Drives: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide IDE Drive Connector Serial ATA Connector 1 colored stripe on IDE cable 2 interface cable connector 3 interface connector Connect an IDE CD/DVD drive to the connector labeled "IDE" on the system board. Connect a SATA CD/DVD drive to the connector labeled "SATA1."...
  • Page 157 Drives: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 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 IDE cable—SATA cables do not use a colored stripe) goes to the pin-1 end of the connector. The pin-1 end of a connector on a board or a card is usually indicated by a silk-screened "1"...
  • Page 158 Drives: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 1 drive release latch 2 CD/DVD drive 3. Disconnect the power and data cables from the back of the drive. 4. If you're replacing the CD/DVD drive, see Installing a CD/DVD Drive. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).
  • Page 159 8. Update your configuration information by setting the appropriate Drive option (0 or 1) under Drives. See System Setup for more information. 9. Verify that your computer works correctly by running the Dell Diagnostics (see Dell Diagnostics). Floppy Drive CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

  • Page 160: Removing A Floppy Drive

    Drives: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide removing the computer cover. Removing a Floppy Drive 1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin. NOTE: Since the following steps do not require the complete removal of the CD/DVD drive, it is not necessary to disconnect the cables connecting the CD/DVD drive.
  • Page 161 Replacing the Computer Cover). 9. Enter system setup and set the Diskette Drive option to enable your new floppy drive (see Entering System Setup). 10. Verify that your computer works correctly by running the Dell Diagnostics (see Dell Diagnostics). Hard Drive CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the file:///N|/For_lekha/For%20Deepa/Nadia/UG/A00/en/nadia-temp-working-jul19/Nadia_UG_A00/Output/dt_drive.htm[5/22/2015 10:44:07 AM]...
  • Page 162 Drives: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Product Information Guide. CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the computer cover. NOTICE: To avoid damage to the drive, do not set it on a hard surface. Instead, set the drive on a surface, such as a foam pad, that will sufficiently cushion it.
  • Page 163 Drives: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Installing a Hard Drive 1. Check the documentation for the drive to verify that it is configured for your computer. NOTICE: To avoid damage to the drive, do not set it on a hard surface. Instead, set the drive on a surface, such as a foam pad, that will sufficiently cushion it.
  • Page 164 11. Turn on the computer. 12. Partition and logically format your drive before you proceed to the next step. For instructions, see the documentation that came with your operating system. 13. Test the hard drive by running the Dell Diagnostics (see Dell Diagnostics).

  • Page 165: Installing An Expansion Card

    You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis. Your Dell™ computer provides two low-profile PCI card slots for PCI cards and one card slot for a low-profile PCI Express card: NOTE: Your Dell computer uses only PCI and PCI Express slots.
  • Page 166 PCI and PCI Express Cards: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide card retention latch release tab card card-edge connector card connector CAUTION: Some network adapters automatically start the computer when they are connected to a network. To guard against electrical shock, be sure to unplug your computer from its electrical outlet before installing any cards.
  • Page 167 PCI and PCI Express Cards: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide bracket caught outside of slot 7. Gently press down on the card retention latch to secure the card. NOTICE: Do not route card cables over or behind the cards. Cables routed over the cards can prevent the computer cover from closing properly or cause damage to the equipment.
  • Page 168 PCI and PCI Express Cards: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide release tab card-edge connector card retention latch card connector card 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 (see Contacting Dell).
  • Page 169 Power Supply: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Back to Contents Page Power Supply Dell™ OptiPlex™ 320 User's Guide Replacing the Power Supply DC Power Connectors Replacing the Power Supply CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.
  • Page 170 Power Supply: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 1 release button 2 power supply 3 screws (2) 4 AC power connector 6. Slide the power supply toward the front of the computer by approximately 1 inch. 7. Lift the power supply up and out of the computer.

  • Page 171: Dc Power Connector P3

    Power Supply: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide +3.3 VDC Orange Black +5 VDC Black +5 VDC Black PS_PWROK* Gray P5AUX Purple +12 VDC White +12 VDC White +3.3 VDC Orange +3.3 VDC Orange -12 VDC* Blue Black PWR_PS_ON* Green Black...
  • Page 172 Power Supply: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Pin Number Signal name 18-AWG Wire +12 VDC Yellow Black Black +5 VDC DC Power Connector P4 Pin Number Signal Name 22-AWG Wire +5 VCD Black Black +12 VDC Yellow DC Power Connector P5, P6 Pin Number Signal name 18-AWG Wire +3.3 VDC...
  • Page 173 Processor: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide Back to Contents Page Processor Dell™ OptiPlex™ 320 User's Guide Removing the Processor Installing the Processor CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.
  • Page 174 Processor: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 1 center cover latch 2 processor cover 3 processor 4 socket 5 release lever NOTICE: When replacing the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the socket or allow any objects to fall on the pins in the socket.
  • Page 175 Processor: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 1 processor cover 6 release lever 2 tab 7 front alignment-notch 3 processor 8 socket and processor pin-1 indicator 4 processor socket 9 rear alignment-notch 5 center cover latch NOTICE: To avoid damage, ensure that the processor aligns properly with the socket, and do not use excessive force when you install the processor.
  • Page 176 Processor: Dell OptiPlex 320 User's Guide 1 heat sink assembly 2 heat-sink assembly bracket 3 captive screw housing (2) 12. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover). Back to Contents Page file:///N|/For_lekha/For%20Deepa/Nadia/UG/A00/en/nadia-temp-working-jul19/Nadia_UG_A00/Output/dt_cpu.htm[5/22/2015 10:44:16 AM]...

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