Re: Dell optiplex GX280 Processor upgrade
Optiplex userhello, i want to upgrade my gx280's processor but im not sure if it will work. i have been looking to buy a xeon processor off ebay and i wanted to know if it would work with the GX280's...
View ArticleRe: Vostro 260 - BIOS update from A08 to A10 impossible
Hi Abachmann,Thank you for sharing the results. I did some research and found below mentioned steps:Press the key combination of Windows Logo key + R key to open Run dialog box.Type in regedit and...
View ArticleRe: Dimension E520 Network Problems
Hi Oilfieldchild,@ rdunnill: thank you for the inputs; appreciate it.The LAN card is embedded on the motherboard so you won’t be able to replace it. As suggested by rdunnill you may use a 3rd party LAN...
View ArticleRe: Optiplex 740 Enhanced - Fan running excessively loud
The thermal compound is in place, and I have attempted swapping the CPU two times - both times, the thermal compound had spread properly from the downward force of the heatsink. As such, the heatsink...
View ArticleRe: Service Tag Invalid
Thanks, the tag fix has worked. However, I note that the page still displays 'Hello...' when I am logged in, even though my details were already correctly completed in 'My Address Book'. Any other...
View ArticleRe: Precision T5500 Perc i6R compatibile SSD
Hello Speedstep,thank you for your suggested answer. Yes I know and I'm aware of the limited SSD lifetime and the trim command.Can I connect the SSD to a SATA port on mainboard to let recognize the SSD...
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Re: Precision T5500 Perc i6R compatibile SSD
I like the Samsung 830 series or the Sandisk Series that is currently $170 for a 256 gig drive.SanDisk Ultra Plus SDSSDHP-256G-G2 256GB SATA...I like this one due to the ability to mount the drive...
View ArticleRe: Optiplex 740 Enhanced - Fan running excessively loud
The Original Dell Fans have a thermocouple on them to control speed. Doesn't sound like the original Dell Fan.
View ArticlePrecision 390 USB failure
The mouse and KB work OK on USB ports. If I plug anything else (data stick, external drive) in to one of the other USB portsthe machine freezes. If Windows 7 is running the mouse won't move, the clock...
View ArticleRe: Optiplex 740 Enhanced - Fan running excessively loud
Possible. The connection on the fan is the proprietary connection for the socket on the board, but I don't see any sensor on the fan like I've seen on others.So it does look like a fan switch is the...
View ArticleRe: Precision 390 USB failure
Hi bobjeff,Is this only with mass storage devices? Have you tried disabling autoplay for all device types? That would be my first recommendation.
View ArticleRe: dimension 2400 cpu upgrade problems
I think the CPU must be bad. Sorry but I don't have more ideas.
View ArticleRe: Dell Inspiron 530 won't boot up
Hi Manish,Unfortunately we have not received feedback from you on this topic. If you need continued support, please write back. Other community members who need assistance please start your own topic...
View ArticleRe: Inspiron 2305 Volume Buttons not working
Sujatha provided this link which fixed my issue:http://dell.to/1158WBm
View ArticleSystem Setup screwup - Dell 8400
HiI have an old DELL Dimension 8400, running WinXP Pro (SP3) . After 7 years, the motherboard battery was giving signs of running low ( 'battery low' messages on boot-up). I replaced it according to...
View ArticleRe: Inspiron 660 and graphic card upgrade to Gigabyte GeForce GTX 660...
Hi cdwcobra95,Thank you for the detailed information provided. The Video card should be compatible with Inspiron 660 model.
View ArticleRe: Vostro 260 - BIOS update from A08 to A10 impossible
Good afternoon, I have aVOSTRO260Sand isthe same errorwhen upgradingtheBIOS.I've doneall theabove proceduresand not gettingresults.Somethingelse to do?Thank you.
View ArticleRe: System Setup screwup - Dell 8400
Hi occam,I would suggest you to check if the DVD drives are detected in the BIOS by following the steps mentioned below.Turn on or restart the computer.Immediately at the Dell logo screen, starting...
View ArticleRe: Precision T5500 Perc i6R compatibile SSD
Hello Speedstep,thank you, I appreciate your answers very much. I think I'll buy Apricorn Velocity Solo x2: is it compatible with T5500 (I mean: is there enough space inside)?Have you tested it (I'm...
View ArticleRe: Dell XPS One 2710, Dead
First of all, when SATA Mode is said to [RAID Mode], I can run diagnostics but otherwise the Troubleshoot options are never presented. The error screens just cycle until I power down or press F12 to...
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