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Dell™ OptiPlex™ 740 Quick Reference Guide Models DCSM, DCNE, DCCY w w w . d e l l . c o m | s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m...
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Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden. Trademarks used in this text: Dell, OptiPlex, and the DELL logo are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, and the Windows Vista Start Button are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Drivers and Utilities media to reinstall drivers (see "Using the Drivers and Utilities Media" on page 67), to run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 51), or to access your documentation. Readme files may be included on your...
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• How to configure system settings → → Click Start Help and Support • How to troubleshoot and solve → Dell User and System Guides System problems Guides. Click the User’s Guide for your computer. The User’s Guide is also available on the optional Drivers and Utilities media.
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• Microsoft Windows License Label These labels are located on your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact support. • Enter the Express Service Code to direct your call when contacting support. Quick Reference Guide...
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What Are You Looking For? Find It Here • How to reinstall my operating system Operating System Media NOTE: The Operating System media may be optional and may not ship with your computer. The operating system is already installed on your computer. To reinstall your operating system, use the Operating System media.
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DSS utility. DSS provides critical region or business segment, and enter updates for your operating system and your Service Tag. support for Dell™ 3.5-inch USB floppy Select Drivers & Downloads and drives, processors, optical drives, and click Go. USB devices. DSS is necessary for...
What Are You Looking For? Find It Here ® • How to use Windows Vista Windows Help and Support Center ® Windows To access Windows Help and Support: • How to work with programs and files → • In Windows Vista, click Start Help and Support.
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You must complete all the steps to properly set up your computer. See the appropriate figures that follow the instructions. NOTICE: Do not attempt to operate a PS/2 mouse and a USB mouse simultaneously. 1 Connect the keyboard and mouse. NOTICE: Do not connect a telephone line to the network adapter connector.
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4 Connect the speakers. NOTICE: To avoid damaging your computer, set the manual voltage-selection switch (on the back of the computer, if your computer has a voltage selection switch) for the voltage that most closely matches the AC power available in your location.
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6 Connect power cables to the computer, monitor, and devices and connect the other ends of the power cables to electrical outlets. Quick Reference Guide...
System Views Mini Tower Computer — Front View Quick Reference Guide...
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optical drive Insert an optical drive (if supported) into this bay. (optional) floppy drive Can contain a floppy drive or a optional media card reader. bay (optional) USB 2.0 Use the front USB connectors for devices that you connect connectors (2) occasionally, such as joysticks or cameras, or for bootable USB devices ( "System Setup"...
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power light The power light illuminates and blinks or remains solid to indicate different operating modes: • No light — The computer is turned off. • Steady green — The computer is in a normal operating state. • Blinking green — The computer is in a power-saving mode. •...
Mini Tower Computer — Back View 1 cover release This latch allows you to open the computer cover. latch 2 padlock ring Insert a padlock to lock the computer cover. Quick Reference Guide...
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3 voltage selection Your computer may be equipped with a manual voltage- switch selection switch. To help avoid damaging a computer with a manual voltage selection switch, set the switch for the voltage that most closely matches the AC power available in your location. NOTICE: In Japan, the voltage selection switch must be set to the 115-V position even though the AC power...
Mini Tower Computer — Back-Panel Connectors 1 parallel connector Connect a parallel device, such as a printer, to the parallel connector. If you 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.
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3 network adapter To attach your computer to a network or broadband device, connector connect one end of a network cable to either a network jack or your network or broadband device. Connect the other end of the network cable to the network adapter connector on the back panel of your computer.
9 serial connector Connect a serial device, such as a handheld device, to the serial port. The default designations are COM1 for serial connector 1 and COM2 for serial connector 2. For more information, see "System Setup Program" in your online User’s Guide.
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If your operating system has ACPI enabled, when you press the power button the computer will perform an operating system shutdown. Dell badge This badge can be rotated to match the orientation of your computer. To rotate, place fingers around the outside of the badge, press firmly, and turn the badge.
hard-drive This light flickers when the hard drive is being accessed. activity light headphone Use the headphone connector to attach headphones and connector most kinds of speakers. microphone Use the microphone connector to attach a microphone. connector drive bay This bay accommodates an optional floppy drive, media card reader, or second hard drive.
NOTE: 4 voltage selection Your computer may or may not have a voltage selection switch switch. Your computer may equipped with a manual voltage- selection switch. To help avoid damaging a computer with a manual voltage selection switch, set the switch for the voltage that most closely matches the AC power available in your location.
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1 parallel Connect a parallel device, such as a printer, to the parallel connector connector. If you 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.
6 line-in connector Use the line-in connector to attach a record/playback device such as a cassette player, CD player, or VCR. On computers with a sound card, use the connector on the card. 7 USB 2.0 Use the back USB connectors for devices that typically connectors (5) remain connected, such as printers and keyboards.
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If your operating system has ACPI enabled, when you press the power button the computer will perform an operating system shutdown. Dell badge This badge can be rotated to match the orientation of your computer. To rotate, place fingers around the outside of the badge, press firmly, and turn the badge.
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power light The power light illuminates and blinks or remains solid to indicate different operating states: • No light — The computer is turned off. • Steady green — The computer is in a normal operating state. • Blinking green — The computer is in a power-saving mode.
Small Form Factor Computer — Back View 1 card slots (2) Access connectors for any installed PCI and PCI Express cards. 2 back-panel Plug serial, USB, and other devices into the appropriate connectors connectors (see "Small Form Factor Computer — Back- Panel Connectors"...
Small Form Factor Computer — Back-Panel Connectors 1 parallel Connect a parallel device, such as a printer, to the parallel connector connector. If you 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.
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3 network To attach your computer to a network or broadband device, adapter connect one end of a network cable to either a network jack or connector your network or broadband device. Connect the other end of the network cable to the network adapter connector on the back panel of your computer.
9 serial Connect a serial device, such as a handheld device, to the serial connector port. The default designations are COM1 for serial connector 1 and COM2 for serial connector 2. NOTE: There is only a serial connector 2 if the optional PS2/serial adapter is used.
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Hold a component such as a processor by its edges, not by its pins. 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.
Mini Tower Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the computer cover. 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin"...
Desktop Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the computer cover. 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin"...
Small Form Factor Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the computer cover. 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin"...
1 security cable slot 2 cover release latch 3 padlock ring 4 computer cover Inside Your Computer Mini Tower Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: To avoid electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the computer cover.
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NOTICE: Be careful when opening the computer cover to ensure that you do not accidentally disconnect cables from the system board. drive release latch optical drive floppy drive power supply chassis intrusion system board switch (optional) card slots (4) heat sink assembly hard drive front I/O panel Quick Reference Guide...
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System Board Components speaker connector processor socket memory module (INT_SPKR) (CPU) connectors (DIMM_1, DIMM_2, DIMM_3, DIMM_4) power connector SATA drive SATA drive (PW_12V_A1) connectors (SATA2, connectors (SATA0, SATA3) SATA1) Quick Reference Guide...
Jumper Setting Description PSWD Password features are enabled (default setting). Password features are disabled. jumpered unjumpered Desktop Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: To avoid electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the computer cover.
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1 drive release latch optical drive power supply 4 chassis intrusion system board card slots (3) switch (optional) 7 heat sink assembly front I/O panel Quick Reference Guide...
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System Board Components speaker connector processor socket power connector (INT_SPKR) (CPU) (PW_12V_A1) memory module power connector SATA drive connectors (POWER1) connectors (SATA0, (DIMM_1, DIMM_2, SATA1, SATA2) DIMM_3, DIMM_4) Quick Reference Guide...
Jumper Setting Description PSWD Password features are enabled (default setting). Password features are disabled. jumpered unjumpered Small Form Factor Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: To avoid electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the computer cover.
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1 drive release latch optical drive power supply 4 chassis intrusion hard drive card slots (2) switch (optional) 7 system board heat sink assembly front I/O panel System Board Components Quick Reference Guide...
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fan connector processor socket power connector (FAN_CPU) (CPU) (PW_12V_A1) memory module power connector SATA drive connectors (POWER1) connectors (SATA0, (DIMM_1, SATA1) DIMM_2, DIMM_3, DIMM_4) front-panel fan connector intrusion switch connector (FAN_HDD) connector (FRONTPANEL) (INTRUDER) 10 CMOS reset jumper 11 battery socket 12 internal USB (USB1) (RTCRST) (BATTERY)
Solving Problems Dell provides a number of tools to help you if your computer does not perform as expected. For the latest troubleshooting information available for your computer, see the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Quick Reference Guide...
If computer problems occur that require help from Dell, write a detailed description of the error, beep codes, or diagnostics light patterns, record your Express Service Code and Service Tag below, and then contact Dell from the same location as your computer. For information on contacting Dell, see your online User’s Guide.
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3 When the boot device list appears, highlight Boot to Utility Partition and press <Enter>. 4 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to run. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities media.
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Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for the option you want. Option Function Express Test Performs a quick test of devices. This test typically takes 10 to 20 minutes and requires no interaction on your part.
4 When the tests are completed, if you are running the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media (optional), remove the CD or DVD. 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.
Power Light Problem Description Suggested Resolution Solid yellow The Dell Diagnostics is If the Dell Diagnostics is running, running a test, or a device allow the testing to complete. on the system board may be See "Diagnostic Lights" on page 55...
To help you troubleshoot a problem, your computer has four lights labeled "1," "2," "3," and "4" on the front 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.
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• If the problem persists or the computer has integrated graphics, contact Dell for technical assistance. For information on contacting Dell, see your online User’s Guide. Quick Reference Guide...
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• If available, install properly working memory of the same type into your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell for technical assistance. For information on contacting Dell, see your online User’s Guide. Quick Reference Guide...
• If the problem persists, contact Dell for technical assistance. For information on contacting Dell, see your online User’s Guide. A failure has occurred. • Ensure that the cables are properly connected to the...
If your computer beeps during start-up: 1 Write down the beep code. 2 See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 51 to identify a more serious cause. 3 Contact Dell for technical assistance. For information on contacting Dell, see your online User’s Guide.
Restoring Your Operating System The Microsoft Windows operating system provides System Restore to allow you to return your computer to an earlier operating state (without affecting data files) if changes to the hardware, software, or other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state. See the Windows Help and Support Center for information on using System Restore.
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Windows XP Creating a Restore Point 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Click System Restore. 3 Follow the instructions on the screen. Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State NOTICE: Before you restore the computer to an earlier operating state, save and close any open files and exit any open programs.
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. 1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs→...
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4 Restart the computer. When the DELL logo appears, press <F12> immediately. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue ® ® to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; then, shut down your computer and try again.
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The Operating System media 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.
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4 If you want to install a new copy of Windows XP, press <Esc> to select that option. 5 Press <Enter> to select the highlighted partition (recommended), and follow the instructions on the screen. The Windows XP Setup screen appears, and the operating system begins to copy files and install the devices.
15 When the Ready to register with Microsoft? screen appears, select No, not at this time and click Next. 16 When the Who will use this computer? screen appears, you can enter up to five users. 17 Click Next. 18 Click Finish to complete the setup, and remove the media. 19 Reinstall the appropriate drivers with the Drivers and Utilities media.
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Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your Drivers and Utilities media provide approved drivers for Dell™ computers. If you install drivers obtained from other sources, your computer might not work correctly. Using Windows Device Driver Rollback...
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Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ My Computer→ Properties→ Hardware→ Device Manager. 2 Right-click the device for which the new driver was installed and click Properties. 3 Click the Drivers tab→ Roll Back Driver. Manually Reinstalling Drivers After extracting the driver files to your hard drive as described in the previous section: Windows Vista: 1 Click Start...
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6 Click Browse and browse to the location to which you previously copied the driver files. 7 When the name of the appropriate driver appears, click Next. 8 Click Finish and restart your computer. Quick Reference Guide...
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System Restore, 61 operating system reinstalling, 8 Operating System CD, 8 troubleshooting beep codes, 59 conflicts, 60 Dell Diagnostics, 51 power Hardware Troubleshooter, 60 light, 22, 28 Help and Support Center, 10 restore to previous state, 61 power light system lights, 54...
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User’s Guide, 6 warranty information, 6 Windows Vista Hardware Troubleshooter, 60 Help and Support Center, 10 reinstalling, 63 System Restore, 61 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 68 Hardware Troubleshooter, 60 Help and Support Center, 10 reinstalling, 8, 64 System Restore, 61 Index...
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情報の検索方法 メモ メモ メディア • Drivers and Utilities メモ • Drivers and Utilities • • • DSS Drivers and Utilities Drivers and Utilities Dell Diagnostics Dell Diagnostics Readme メモ support.jp.dell.com...
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製品情報ガイド • Dell™ • • • ユーザーズガイド • Dell™ OptiPlex™ • Microsoft Windows • • → Help and Start → Dell Support User and System Guides → System Guides Drivers and Utilities...
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サービスタグおよび • ® ® ライセンス Microsoft Windows • Microsoft Windows • support.jp.dell.com •...
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オペレーティングシステムメディア • メモ Microsoft Windows Drivers and Utilities Product key メモ...
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デルサポートサイト • — Q&A — support.jp.dell.com • — メモ • — • — • — • support.jp.dell.com DSS — メモ support.jp.dell.com Dell™ Dell ® ® ヘルプとサポートセンター • Vista Windows Windows • Windows • • Windows Vista Start → Help and Support スタート...
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(診断)プログラムをハードディスクドライブから起動する場合 Dell Diagnostics Dell Diagnostics メモ へ DELL™ <F12> メモ 見 こ 知 セ Drivers and Utilities Dell Diagnostics ® ® Microsoft Windows Boot to Utility Partition <Enter> Dell Diangnostics Main Menu (診断)プログラムを メディアから起動する Dell Diagnostics Drivers and Utilities 場合...
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32 Bit Dell Diagnostics Dell Diagnostics Main Menu (診断)プログラムのメインメニュー Dell Diagnostics Dell Diagnostics Main Menu Express Test 実行 ~ 分 操 何 初 Express Test 実行 素早 特 増 Extended Test 体 実行 間 上 期的 質 答 Custom Test 特...
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Results 結果 発 表 Errors 検 表 Help 実行 件 Configuration 選択 ェ 構成 表 Dell Diagnostics 各 部 構 成情報 得 画 左 表 覧 名 名 表 限 Parameters 変更 Dell Diagnostics Drivers and Utilities Main Menu Dell Diagnostics Main Menu システムライト...
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ェ BIOS 失敗 変更 不具 <F12> ソフトウェアおよびハードウェアの非互換性の解決 Windows Vista Start Help and Support hardware troubleshooter <Enter> Windows XP → ハードウェアに関するトラブルシューティング <Enter>...
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お使いのオペレーティングシステムの回復 Microsoft Windows Windows 注意 期的 成 元 変更 監視 元 こ ん Windows Vista Start Start Search System Restore <Enter> メモ User Account Control こ 管理者 管理者 Continue 管理者 希望 Next 注意 元 消 べ 存 閉 中 べ 終了 元...
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200 MB Windows XP お使いの オペレーティングシステムの再インス Microsoft Windows トール Windows Vista Windows のインストール Exit DELL <F12> メモ キ 遅 ゴ ® ® Microsoft Windows 待ち 試み...
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必 XP Service Pack 1 Windows XP Windows XP Windows 注意 上 べ 成 標準的 構成 番 識 Windows XP • Dell™ • Dell Drivers and Utilities メモ 造工程 Drivers and Utilities 収録 Drivers and Utilities 必 べ Windows XP...
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影響 与 こ 理由 担当者 指 限 Windows XP 注意 拮抗 Windows XP 無 Windows XP 順 Windows XP 終了 DELL™ <F12> Windows CD-ROM <Enter> CD から起動する場合は、いずれかのキーを押してください Windows XP Windows XP <Enter> Microsoft Windows <F8> Windows XP Windows XP Windows XP <Esc>...
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注意 セ キ Press any key to boot from the CD. メモ 容量 速 セ 間 Administrator Windows XP Professional Windows XP 注意 セ キ Press any key to boot from the CD. Microsoft Windows インターネットに接続する方法を指定してください Microsoft...
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Drivers and Utilities メモ Microsoft Office Microsoft Works Suite Microsoft Office Microsoft Works Suite 裏 キ 必 Product Key メディアの使い方 Drivers and Utilities 注意 Drivers and Utilities 収録 こ Microsoft Windows • • • ドライバの識別 Windows Vista® Start Computer → Properties Device Manager メモ...
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Windows® XP → ドライバとユーティリティの再インストール 注意 support.jp.dell.com Drivers and Utilities 承 済み 提供 Dell™ 媒体 こ Windows Windows Windows Vista Start Computer → Properties Device Manager メモ User Account Control こ 管理者 管理者 Continue 管理者 起 Properties → Drivers Roll Back Driver Windows XP →...
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Windows Vista Start Computer → Properties Device Manager メモ User Account Control こ 管理者 管理者 Continue 管理者 起 Audio Video → → Driver Update Driver Browse my computer for driver software Browse → → Next Finish Windows XP → → →...
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索引 , 132 , 83 , 82 あ Dell Diagnostics , 123 Diagnostics , 131 え Dell Diagnostics , 123 , 126 Drivers and Utilities CD , 79 , 131 , 132 お , 82 Windows Vista CD , 82...