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Dell Precision 3460 Small Form Factor - User Manual

Dell Precision 3460 Small Form Factor
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Precision 3460 Small Form Factor
Service Manual
Regulatory Model: D17S
Regulatory Type: D17S004
March 2022
Rev. A00

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

  • B
    belinda81Aug 8, 2025
    How to fix system board failure on Dell Precision 3460 Small Form Factor Desktop?
    • C
      Cody ShafferAug 8, 2025
      If your Dell Desktop experiences a system board failure, including BIOS corruption or a ROM error, try flashing the latest BIOS version. If the problem continues, consider replacing the system board.
  • D
    Dustin NguyenAug 12, 2025
    What to do if BIOS Recovery image not found on Dell Precision 3460 Small Form Factor?
    • D
      Destiny BrownAug 12, 2025
      If your Dell Desktop indicates that the BIOS recovery image was not found, try flashing the latest BIOS version. If the problem persists, consider replacing the system board.
  • D
    Dr. Christian NelsonAug 17, 2025
    How to fix invalid BIOS Recovery image on Dell Precision 3460 Small Form Factor?
    • W
      whitneystewartAug 18, 2025
      If your Dell Desktop indicates that the BIOS recovery image was found but is invalid, try flashing the latest BIOS version. If the problem persists, consider replacing the system board.
  • G
    Gary StevensAug 23, 2025
    How to fix no memory RAM detected on Dell Desktop?
    • R
      Raymond CombsAug 23, 2025
      If your Dell Desktop is not detecting memory or RAM, confirm that the memory module is installed properly. If the problem continues, replace the memory module.
  • Y
    Yesenia GarciaAug 27, 2025
    What to do if invalid memory installed on Dell Precision 3460 Small Form Factor Desktop?
    • J
      Jennifer GonzalezAug 28, 2025
      If your Dell Desktop has invalid memory installed, try resetting the memory module. If the problem continues, replace the memory module.
  • J
    Jeffrey TaylorSep 2, 2025
    How to fix CMOS battery failure on Dell Desktop?
    • K
      Kevin JordanSep 2, 2025
      If your Dell Desktop has a CMOS battery failure, try resetting the CMOS battery connection. If the problem persists, replace the RTS battery.

Summary

Working inside your computer

Safety instructions

General safety guidelines for protecting the computer and user.

Electrostatic discharge-ESD protection

Measures to prevent damage to electronic components from static electricity.

Removing and installing components

Removing the M.2 2230 solid-state drive (slot-1)

Steps to remove the M.2 2230 SSD from the first slot.

Installing the M.2 2230 solid-state drive (slot-1)

Steps to install the M.2 2230 SSD into the first slot.

Removing the M.2 2230 solid-state drive (slot-2)

Steps to remove the M.2 2230 SSD from the second slot.

Installing the M.2 2230 solid-state drive (slot-2)

Steps to install the M.2 2230 SSD into the second slot.

Removing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive (slot-1)

Steps to remove the M.2 2280 SSD from the first slot.

Installing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive (slot-1)

Steps to install the M.2 2280 SSD into the first slot.

Removing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive (slot-3)

Steps to remove the M.2 2280 SSD from the third slot.

Installing the M.2 2280 solid-state drive (slot-3)

Steps to install the M.2 2280 SSD into the third slot.

Removing the memory

Step-by-step guide to detach memory modules from the slots.

Installing the memory

Step-by-step guide to attach memory modules to the slots.

Removing the processor fan and heat-sink assembly

Step-by-step guide to detach the CPU cooler.

Installing the processor fan and heat-sink assembly

Step-by-step guide to attach the CPU cooler.

Removing the processor

Step-by-step guide to detach the CPU from the socket.

Installing the processor

Step-by-step guide to attach the CPU to the socket.

Removing the power-supply unit

Step-by-step guide to detach the power supply unit.

Installing the power-supply unit

Step-by-step guide to attach the power supply unit.

Removing the system board

Step-by-step guide to detach the system board from the chassis.

Installing the system board

Step-by-step guide to attach the system board to the chassis.

System setup

Updating the BIOS

Procedures for updating the system's Basic Input/Output System firmware.

Updating the BIOS from the F12 One-Time boot menu

Guide for updating BIOS via the F12 boot menu.

Troubleshooting

SupportAssist diagnostics

Overview of the built-in diagnostic tool for hardware checks.

Diagnostic LED behavior

Explains the meaning of diagnostic LED blink patterns and suggested resolutions.

Updating the BIOS in Windows

Guide for updating BIOS from within the Windows operating system.

Updating the BIOS using the USB drive in Windows

Guide for updating BIOS using a bootable USB drive in Windows.

Dell Precision 3460 Small Form Factor Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form FactorSmall Form Factor
ChipsetIntel W680
NetworkingIntegrated Intel I219-LM Ethernet LAN 10/100/1000
Processor12th Gen Intel Core i5/i7/i9
StorageUp to 4TB SSD or 2TB HDD
GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 770 or NVIDIA T1000
Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro, Ubuntu Linux
Power Supply260W
Ports (Front)1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, Audio Combo Jack
Ports (Rear)1 x HDMI 2.0b, 1 x RJ-45 Ethernet
Expansion Slots1 x PCIe x16, 1 x PCIe x4
WirelessIntel Wi-Fi 6E AX211, Bluetooth 5.2
Memory SlotsDIMM slots
Dimensions (H x W x D)11.5" x 11.4" x 3.7" (292mm x 290mm x 94mm)

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