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www.dell.com | support.dell.comDell™ Vostro™ 410Setup and Quick Reference GuideModel DCGAFbook.book Page 1 Wednesday, March 5, 2008 9:45 PM

10 About Your Computerbook.book Page 10 Wednesday, March 5, 2008 9:45 PM

Setting Up Your Computer 11Setting Up Your ComputerQuick Setup CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety ins

12 Setting Up Your Computerbook.book Page 12 Wednesday, March 5, 2008 9:45 PM

Setting Up Your Computer 132Connect a USB device, such as a keyboard or mouse.3Connect the network cable.book.book Page 13 Wednesday, March 5, 2008

14 Setting Up Your Computer4Connect the modem.5Connect the power cable(s).book.book Page 14 Wednesday, March 5, 2008 9:45 PM

Setting Up Your Computer 156Press the power buttons on the monitor and the computer.7Connect to your network.1 Internet service 2 cable or DSL modem3

16 Setting Up Your ComputerInstalling Your Computer in an EnclosureInstalling your computer in an enclosure can restrict the airflow and impact your c

Setting Up Your Computer 17• If your computer is installed in a corner on a desk or under a desk, leave at least 5.1-cm (2-in) clearance from the back

18 Setting Up Your ComputerConnecting to the Internet NOTE: ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country.To connect to the Internet, you need a modem or ne

Setting Up Your Computer 194Click Next.If you selected Set up my connection manually in step 3, continue to step 5. Otherwise, follow the instructions

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

20 Setting Up Your Computer NOTE: You can transfer information from an old computer to a new computer by directly connecting a serial cable to the in

Setting Up Your Computer 216On the What do you want to transfer? screen, select the items you want to transfer and click Next.After the information ha

22 Setting Up Your ComputerTo copy data from the old computer:1On the old computer, insert the wizard disk, and click Start→ Run.2In the Open field on

Setting Up Your Computer 23Microsoft Windows Vista®1Click the Windows Vista Start button , and then click Transfer files and settings→ Start Windows

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Specifications 25Specifications NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start→ H

26 SpecificationsVideoTy p e :IntegratedIntel integratedup to 64-MB video memory (shared) at total system memory of less than 512 MBup to 256-MB video

Specifications 27PCI Express x1:Connectorsone x1Connector size36 pinsConnector data width (maximum)1 PCI Express lanePCI Express x16Connectorsone x16C

28 SpecificationsAudioone front-panel microphone connectorone front-panel headphone connectorsix rear-panel connectors for 7.1 supportSystem board con

Specifications 29Controls and LightsFront of computer:Power buttonpush buttonPower lightblue light — blinking blue in sleep state; solid blue for powe

Contents 3Contents1 About Your Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Back View. .

30 SpecificationsPowerDC power supply:Wa tt ag e350 WMaximum heat dissipation (MHD)188 W (350-W power supply)NOTE: Heat dissipation is calculated by u

Specifications 31Altitude:Operating–15.2 to 3048 m (–50 to 10,000 ft)Storage–15.2 to 10,668 m (–50 to 35,000 ft)Airborne contaminant level G2 or lowe

32 Specificationsbook.book Page 32 Wednesday, March 5, 2008 9:45 PM

Troubleshooting 33Troubleshooting CAUTION: To guard against the likelihood of electric shock, laceration by moving fan blades, or other expected inju

34 TroubleshootingIf your computer beeps during start-up:1Write down the beep code. 2Run the Dell Diagnostics to identify a more serious cause (see &q

Troubleshooting 35Error Messages CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with yo

36 TroubleshootingDRIVE NOT READY — The operation requires a hard drive in the bay before it can continue. Install a hard drive in the hard drive bay

Troubleshooting 37Then, shut down the computer, reinstall the hard drive, and restart the computer. If the problem persists, try another drive. Run th

38 TroubleshootingMEMORY ADDRESS LINE FAILURE AT ADDRESS, READ VALUE EXPECTING VALUE —A memory module may be faulty or improperly seated. Reinstall t

Troubleshooting 39OPERATING SYSTEM NOT FOUND — Reinstall the hard drive (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com). If the problem persists, contac

4 ContentsError Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35System Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Troubleshooting Software and

40 Troubleshootingsetup program, then immediately exit the program (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com). If the message reappears, contact De

Troubleshooting 41CPU FAN FAILURE — Processor fan failure. Replace processor fan. See your Service Manual at support.dell.com.HARD-DISK DRIVE FAILURE

42 TroubleshootingTo start the Hardware Troubleshooter:Windows XP:1Click Start→ Help and Support.2Ty p e hardware troubleshooter in the search field

Troubleshooting 43Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, see "Contacting Dell&

44 Troubleshooting7When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test that you want to run, and follow the instructions on the screen.Troubl

Troubleshooting 45IF THE POWER LIGHT IS BLUE AND THE COMPUTER IS NOT RESPONDING —• Ensure that the display is connected and powered on.• If the disp

46 TroubleshootingIF YOU EXPERIENCE OTHER MEMORY PROBLEMS —• Reseat the memory modules (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com) to ensure that

Troubleshooting 47A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating systemRUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD —Windows XP:The Progra

48 TroubleshootingBACK UP YOUR FILES IMMEDIATELY• Use a virus-scanning program to check the hard drive, floppy disks, CDs, or DVDs• Save and close an

Troubleshooting 49Clicking the Dell Support IconClick or right-click the icon to perform the following tasks:• Check your computing environment. • Vi

Contents 5AutoTech Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65Automated Order-Status Service. . . . . . . . . . 65Problems With Your Order. . .

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Reinstalling Software 51Reinstalling SoftwareDriversIdentifying DriversIf you experience a problem with any device, identify whether the driver is the

52 Reinstalling SoftwareReinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your Drivers and Utilities media

Reinstalling Software 532When the Drivers and Utilities media installation program starts, follow the prompts on the screen. NOTE: In most cases, the

54 Reinstalling Software3Double-click the type of device for which you are installing the driver (for example, Audio or Video).4Double-click the name

Reinstalling Software 55 NOTICE: Make regular backups of your data files. System Restore does not monitor your data files or recover them. NOTE: The

56 Reinstalling SoftwareWindows XP:1Click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ System Restore.2Click Undo my last restoration and click Nex

Reinstalling Software 57drive. Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos, music files, and so on. If possible, back

58 Reinstalling SoftwareDell PC Restore enables you to restore your hard drive to the operating state it was in when you purchased your computer. It i

Reinstalling Software 595Click Dell Factory Image Restore. NOTE: Depending upon your configuration, you may need to select Dell Factory Tools, then D

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60 Reinstalling SoftwareReinstalling WindowsThe reinstallation process can take 1 to 2 hours to complete. After you reinstall the operating system, yo

Finding Information 61Finding Information NOTE: Some features or media may be optional and may not ship with your computer. Some features or media ma

62 Finding InformationSafety, Regulatory, Warranty, and Support DocumentationThis type of information may have shipped with your computer or is availa

Getting Help 63Getting HelpObtaining Assistance CAUTION: If you need to remove the computer cover, first disconnect the computer power and modem cabl

64 Getting Help NOTE: Some of the following services are not always available in all locations outside the continental U.S. Call your local Dell repr

Getting Help 65• Dell Support e-mail [email protected]@us.dell.com [email protected] (Latin America and Caribbean count

66 Getting HelpProduct InformationIf you need information about additional products available from Dell, or if you would like to place an order, visit

Getting Help 67Remember to fill out the Diagnostics Checklist (see "Diagnostics Checklist" on page 68). If possible, turn on your computer b

68 Getting HelpDiagnostics ChecklistName:Date:Address:Phone number:Service Tag (bar code on the back or bottom of the computer):Express Service Code:R

Getting Help 69Contacting DellFor customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-999-3355). NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet conne

About Your Computer 7About Your Computer NOTE: For more information about the ports and connectors on your computer, see the Dell Technology Guide on

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Appendix 71AppendixFCC Notice (U.S. Only)FCC Class BThis equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and u

72 AppendixThe following information is provided on the device or devices covered in this document in compliance with the FCC regulations: • Product n

Index 73IndexBbeep codes, 33CconnectingInternet, 18monitor, 11network, 15power cables, 14contacting Dell, 63, 69DDellcontacting, 63, 69Factory Image R

74 IndexFFactory Image Restore, 56Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 19finding information, 61IInternetconnecting, 18setting up, 18MmediaDrivers and

Index 75specificationsaudio, 26computer information, 25connectors, 27controls and lights, 29drives, 27environmental, 30expansion bus, 26memory, 25phys

76 IndexWindows XP (continued)returning to a previous device driver version, 52setting up Internet connection, 18System Restore, 54wizardsFiles and Se

8 About Your ComputerBack View1 power connector 2 power supply vent3 security cable slot 4 padlock rings5 expansion card slots 6 back panel connectors

About Your Computer 9Back Panel Connectors1 link integrity light 2 network adapter connector3 network activity light 4 center/subwoofer connector5 lin