Re: Upgrade CPU for my Dell Studio 540
It definitely works with the E7400, as I had one of those in my Studio 540s. Since my last post in this thread, I learned that some Socket 1155 motherboards are backwards-compatible with Socket LGA775,...
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Hi,Welcome to the communityHave you tried to run Dell Diagnostics? Restart the computer, on Dell logo keep tapping F12. Choose diagnostics and run test. Post back for error codes.Regards,
View ArticleRe: Dell Dimension 8400 Jet
Thankfully there is no brown goo coming from the capacitors on my motherboard. I do have the copper heatsink. How could I tell if the heatsink is bad?
View ArticleRe: XP driver for SM Bus controller?
If this is a Pentium 4 machine, I suggest the OP go to Intel's download site, where an online chipset identification utility is available. Most Dell P4 machines use Intel chipsets and Windows 7 drivers...
View ArticleRe: Media Center no longer works
Purple_RainxThanks. Does the different RAM types matter? Will they all give the same end result or are certain ones better than others?I like the G.SKILL memory because G.SKILL has good quality...
View ArticleRe: Hard Disk problem
Seagate offers the SeaTools utility for diagnosing hard drive health. It is free to download, although I am not sure if it works with hard drives other than their own.
View ArticleRe: Upgrade CPU for my Dell Studio 540
mattixxYorkfield Quad Core Q9650, 3.00GHz, 12MB, 1333FSB, E0, appears to be the largest processor supported by Studio 540.Prior to installing the processor, check that you have the latest BIOS version...
View ArticleRe: Dell Dimension 8400 Jet
The heatsink is fitted fine. I just updated all the drivers and I doubt the thermal paste could be an issue. I don't think I put too much on, and it is Arctic Silver's Ceramic thermal compound so even...
View ArticleRe: Windows 7 System Image backup
Hi Mike,May I know how are you trying to back up system image? Also, let me know the complete error message you recieve?Refer below link to create system back up:http://bit.ly/10YqWiHAwaiting your...
View ArticleRe: XP driver for SM Bus controller?
rdunnillI suggest the OPKeep in mind that the OP was joe884 from 4 years ago. The person who is currently seeking help is msan77 who needs XP drivers.
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Re: Windows 7 System Image backup
Hi Rajesh,I am using the Windows 7 Backup nothing special.
View ArticleRe: Dimension 8400 cpu/heatsink cooling fan
Dell is strange. The heatsink I have has 3 copper pipes and 3 silver ones. It has not been refilled. Did your problem ever get solved? I have the same issue now.
View ArticleRe: "Failed at Checkpoint 7FH" error message
Did you ever resolve this? Same problem here.
View ArticleNo boot device available
Hello, I have recently encountered a problem with my Alienware x51 with the OS of windows 7, when I try to boot my computer up it says"No boot device available.Strike the F1 key to retry boot, F2 to...
View ArticleRe: Dell Precision 490 wont boot to windows 7 64
is there a diagnostics CD for the Dell Precision 490 that i can use to diagnose the system board?if so, where can i find it?Thanks in advance
View ArticleRe: "Failed at Checkpoint 7FH" error message
@Robrote - Always include the PC model and version of Windows in your posts. "Same problem here" ?? Exactly what does that mean? Is the fan running at high speed and/or you get a "Failed at...
View ArticleRe: Inspirion 531 USB Over Current device detected
Dead motherboard battery, if it sat unused for years...??
View ArticleRe: Dimension 8400 cpu/heatsink cooling fan
@NewHopeTech- What PC model and which of the various problems discussed in this *old* thread do you have?
View ArticleRe: "Failed at Checkpoint 7FH" error message
crossing fingers, but I just swapped out the battery and it's rebooted properly 5 times now. That may have been the issue.
View ArticleRe: Inspirion 531 USB Over Current device detected
I think that's exactly what it is. I just replaced and it's been running properly. Fingers crossed
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