Dell OptiPlex 160 User Manual

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Working on Your Computer
System Setup
Selective USB
Reinstalling Software
Troubleshooting
Computer Stand
Covers
Hard Drive Assembly (Optional)
NVRAM Module
Wireless Card
I/O Board
Power Supply
Processor Heatsink Assembly
Memory
Coin-Cell Battery
Cable Guide
Antenna
System Board Assembly
Getting Help
Finding Information
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware or loss of data if instructions are not followed.
WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.

Dell OptiPlex 160 Specifications

General

Brand	Dell
Model	OptiPlex 160
Category	Desktop
Language	English

Summary

Antenna

Removing the Antenna

Procedure for removing the wireless antenna from the computer.

Replacing the Antenna

Procedure for installing a new wireless antenna into the computer.

Working on Your Computer

Before Working on Your Computer

Safety guidelines and preparation steps before performing maintenance.

After Working on Your Computer

Procedures to follow after completing computer maintenance.

Cable Guide

Removing the Cable Guide

Steps to remove the cable guide from the system.

Replacing the Cable Guide

Steps to install the cable guide onto the system.

Coin-Cell Battery

Removing the Coin-Cell Battery

Procedure for removing the coin-cell battery.

Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery

Procedure for installing a new coin-cell battery.

Covers

Removing the Computer Cover

Steps to remove the main computer chassis cover.

Replacing the Computer Cover

Steps to reinstall the main computer chassis cover.

Removing the Side Cover

Procedure for removing the side panel of the computer.

Replacing the Side Cover

Procedure for reinstalling the side panel of the computer.

Hard Drive Assembly (Optional)

Removing the Hard Drive Bracket Assembly

Steps to remove the hard drive bracket assembly.

Replacing the Hard Drive Bracket Assembly

Steps to install the hard drive bracket assembly.

Removing the Hard Drive

Procedure for removing the hard drive from the bracket.

Replacing the Hard Drive

Procedure for installing the hard drive into the bracket.

Processor Heatsink Assembly

Removing the Processor Heatsink Assembly

Procedure for removing the processor heatsink assembly.

Replacing the Processor Heatsink Assembly

Procedure for installing the processor heatsink assembly.

Getting Help

Obtaining Assistance

Steps to get help for computer problems.

Technical Support and Customer Service

Information on contacting Dell support services.

Contacting Dell

Methods and contact information for Dell support.

I/O Board

Removing the I/O Board

Steps to remove the I/O board.

Replacing the I/O Board

Steps to install the I/O board.

Memory

Removing a Memory Module

Procedure for removing a memory module from the slot.

Replacing a Memory Module

Procedure for installing a memory module into the slot.

NVRAM Module

Removing the NVRAM Module

Procedure for removing the NVRAM module.

Replacing the NVRAM Module

Procedure for installing the NVRAM module.

Power Supply

Removing the Power Supply

Steps to remove the power supply unit.

Replacing the Power Supply

Steps to install the power supply unit.

Reinstalling Software

Drivers

Information about installing or updating device drivers.

Restoring Your Operating System

Methods to restore the OS to a previous state.

User Accounts and Passwords

Managing user accounts and passwords in the OS.

Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities

Instructions for reinstalling drivers and utilities.

Reinstalling Windows XP or Windows Vista

Process for reinstalling the Windows OS.

Computer Stand

Removing the Computer Stand

Procedure for detaching the computer stand.

Replacing the Computer Stand

Procedure for attaching the computer stand.

System Setup

Entering the BIOS Setup Utility

How to access the BIOS setup screen.

BIOS Setup Utility Options

Details on various configurable BIOS settings.

Boot Sequence

Settings for determining the order of boot devices.

Clearing Forgotten Passwords

Procedure to reset BIOS passwords.

Clearing CMOS Settings

Steps to clear BIOS settings to default.

Flashing the BIOS

Instructions for updating the system BIOS.

Troubleshooting

Power Lights

Interpretation of computer power button light states.

Diagnostic Lights

Understanding the diagnostic light codes for troubleshooting.

Diagnostic Light Codes During POST

Table detailing POST diagnostic light patterns and resolutions.

Beep Codes

List of beep codes and their meanings for system errors.

System Messages

Common system error messages and their resolutions.

Hardware Troubleshooter

Using the OS troubleshooter for hardware issues.

Dell Diagnostics

Information on using the Dell diagnostic tools.

Solving Problems

General tips for troubleshooting computer issues.

Battery Problems

Troubleshooting steps for battery-related issues.

Drive Problems

Troubleshooting steps for hard drive and optical drive issues.

E-Mail and Internet Problems

Troubleshooting common email and internet connectivity issues.

Error Messages

Troubleshooting common software error messages.

Keyboard Problems

Troubleshooting steps for keyboard issues.

Lockups and Software Problems

Solutions for system lockups and software crashes.

Memory Problems

Troubleshooting steps for insufficient memory or errors.

Mouse Problems

Troubleshooting steps for mouse issues.

Network Problems

Troubleshooting network connectivity issues.

Power Problems

Troubleshooting computer power issues.

Printer Problems

Troubleshooting steps for printer issues.

Scanner Problems

Troubleshooting steps for scanner issues.

Sound and Speaker Problems

Troubleshooting audio output issues.

Video and Monitor Problems

Troubleshooting display and monitor issues.

Finding Information

Selective USB

Enabling Selective USB

Steps to enable the Selective USB feature in BIOS.

Wireless Card

Removing the Wireless Card

Procedure for removing the wireless card.

Replacing the Wireless Card

Procedure for installing the wireless card.