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Dell Vostro 230 User Manual

Dell Vostro 230
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Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
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March2010Rev.A00
Working on Your Computer
Removing and Replacing Parts
Specifications
Diagnostics
System Setup
System Board Diagram
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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.
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Dell Vostro 230 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ChipsetIntel G41 Express
GraphicsIntegrated Intel GMA X4500 or Optional discrete graphics
Networking10/100/1000 Ethernet
ProcessorIntel Core 2 Duo, Intel Pentium Dual-Core, Intel Celeron
StorageUp to 1TB SATA hard drive
Optical DriveDVD-ROM, DVD+/-RW
PortsUSB 2.0, VGA, audio
Operating SystemWindows 7

Summary

Notes, Cautions, and Warnings

NOTE Definition

Defines the 'NOTE' symbol indicating important information.

CAUTION Definition

Defines the 'CAUTION' symbol indicating potential hardware damage.

WARNING Definition

Defines the 'WARNING' symbol indicating risk of injury or death.

System Setup Overview

Boot Menu

Accesses a one-time boot menu for selecting boot devices.

Navigation Keystrokes

Details the keystrokes used to navigate the System Setup screens.

Entering System Setup

Explains methods to enter System Setup and the boot menu.

System Setup - Main and Advanced Settings

Main Settings

Covers System Time, Date, SATA, SMART, Halt On Error, Keyboard, and Fan errors.

Advanced Settings

Details CPU Information and Integrated Graphics Configuration.

System Setup - Peripherals and Power

Integrated Peripherals Configuration

Configures integrated devices like SATA, USB, Audio, NIC, LAN Boot ROM.

Power Management Settings

Controls Low Power Mode, Suspend Mode, USB Wakeup, and Restore on AC Power Loss.

System Setup - Security and Boot

Resume and Security Settings

Covers resuming from LAN/RTC and setting passwords.

Boot Sequence Configuration

Specifies the boot device priority sequence.

Dell Diagnostics

When to Use Dell Diagnostics

Guides on when to utilize the Dell Diagnostics software.

Starting Dell Diagnostics

Instructions for starting diagnostics from hard drive or disc.

Dell Diagnostics Main Menu Options

Details options available in the diagnostics main menu.

Diagnostic Test Interpretation

Diagnostic Test Results

Explains how to interpret test results, errors, help, and configuration.

System Status Indicators

Power Button Light Status

Describes the meaning of different power button light states.

Beep Code Error Indicators

Lists beep codes indicating hardware failures during POST.

Multimedia Card Reader

Removing the Multimedia Card Reader

Step-by-step guide to remove the multimedia card reader.

Replacing the Multimedia Card Reader

Procedure to install a new multimedia card reader.

Fan Replacement

Removing the Fan

Instructions for safely removing the computer fan.

Replacing the Fan

Procedure for installing a new computer fan.

Coin-cell Battery

Removing the Coin-cell Battery

Steps to safely remove the coin-cell battery.

Replacing the Coin-cell Battery

Procedure for installing a new coin-cell battery.

Computer Cover Removal

Removing the Cover

Detailed steps for removing the computer cover.

Replacing the Cover

Instructions for reinstalling the computer cover.

Expansion Card Installation

Removing an Expansion Card

Procedure for removing an expansion card from its slot.

Replacing Expansion Cards

Steps to install a new expansion card.

Audio Port Assembly

Removing the Audio Port Assembly

Guide to removing the front audio port assembly.

Replacing the Audio Port Assembly

Procedure for installing a new audio port assembly.

Front Bezel Replacement

Removing the Front Bezel

Steps to remove the computer's front bezel.

Replacing the Front Bezel

Procedure for reinstalling the front bezel.

Front USB Port Assembly

Removing the Front USB Port Assembly

Instructions to remove the front USB port assembly.

Replacing the Front USB Port Assembly

Procedure for installing a new front USB port assembly.

Hard Drive Maintenance

Removing the Hard Drive

Steps to safely remove the computer's hard drive.

Replacing the Hard Drive

Procedure for installing a new hard drive.

Power Button and Light Assembly

Removing the Power Button and Hard Drive Light Assembly

Guide to removing the power button and HDD light assembly.

Replacing the Power Button and Hard Drive Light Assembly

Procedure for installing a new power button/HDD light assembly.

Heat Sink and Processor Service

Removing the Heat Sink and Processor

Steps to remove the heat sink and processor assembly.

Replacing the Heat Sink and Processor

Procedure for installing a new heat sink and processor.

Memory Module Service

Removing a Memory Module

Detailed steps for removing a memory module.

Replacing a Memory Module

Procedure for installing a new memory module.

Optical Drive Service

Removing the Optical Drive

Instructions for removing the optical drive.

Replacing the Optical Drive

Procedure for installing a new optical drive.

Power Supply Unit Service

Removing the Power Supply

Steps to safely remove the computer's power supply.

Replacing the Power Supply

Procedure for installing a new power supply unit.

System Board Service

Removing the System Board

Detailed steps for removing the system board.

Replacing the System Board

Procedure for installing a new system board.

Computer Specifications Overview

Processor and System Information

Details processor types and system chipset information.

Memory and Video Specifications

Lists memory types, connectors, capacity, and video specs.

Computer Specifications Continued

Card, Drive, and Connector Specs

Details PCI, PCIe, drive bays, external ports, and system board connectors.

Front Panel Controls and Lights

Describes front panel controls like power button and indicator lights.

Computer Specifications Final Details

Power and Physical Specifications

Details DC power supply, wattage, and physical dimensions.

Environmental Specifications

Covers operating and storage environmental conditions.

System Board Layout

System Board Component Identification

Identifies key components and connectors on the system board.

Working on Your Computer Safety

Before Working Inside Your Computer

Safety guidelines and precautions before computer maintenance.

Recommended Tools

Lists essential tools for performing computer repairs.

Turning Off Your Computer

Safe procedures for shutting down the operating system.

After Working on Your Computer

Post-Maintenance Steps

Steps to take after completing computer repairs, including reconnecting and testing.

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