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Re: Does the Optiplex GX520 PATA IDE controller support UDMA modes in Windows...

After all the back and forth with this issue, it came down someone the IT department doing something strange to the Windows XP Pro SP3 installation on the machine. The PC was purshased as is from an...

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Re: Optiplex GX520 doesn't recognize any CDROM I swap in

After all the back and forth with this issue, it came down someone the IT department doing something strange to the Windows XP Pro SP3 installation on the machine. The PC was purshased as is from an...

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(Another) Dell Inspiron 530 will not boot up! Meaning of error code??

After pushing the power button it briefly flashes orange and then changes to a steady blue light, the fans are running hard and there is a solid orange light on the motherboard, nothing appears on the...

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Re: Vostro 260 - BIOS update from A08 to A10 impossible

When you create a bootable disk in Windows 7, for it to work, you need to reboot computer, and press f12 rapidly to change boot sequence.If you create this as a DOS bootable disk, will it conflict with...

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Re: (Another) Dell Inspiron 530 will not boot up! Meaning of error code??

Hi DougMacHi,I’d suggest that you follow the steps mentioned below and check if the system starts up.Switch off the computer.Disconnect the power cable from the wall.Press and hold down the power...

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Re: Dell Studio XPS 9100

Greetings I have a XPS Studio 9100 that also freezes.  I would like to know if Dell or anyone in this forum recommends replacing the motherboard. 

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Dell Vostro 220 - Power save mode on monitor

Hi, this is my first post on this forum.I run a Dell Vostro 220 with windows Xp 32-bit. I have a nvidia GeForce GT 430.Recently when using my dell desktop, i have been playing games. After either a...

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Re: XPS 8300 Intermittent Sound

HiHenrycp1,I would advise you to update the audio driver and check for issue resolution.Please enter your service tag # on the link below, select the operating system, then download the Audio driver...

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Given Optiplex 210L from employer. Too "ancient" to run Windows 7?

My employer was cleaning out its surplus equipment, and I was given an Optiplex 210L (2006?) XP machine for my son.  XP is okay, but I would like to use Windows 7. I ran the Microsoft Windows...

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Re: Dell Inspiron One HDMI question

1. Use VGA out to TV (some TVs have it but I don't think it will do 1080p).2. WD-TV-Live or Roku would be my next choice. Here in the USA, they are around $100. Turns TV into a media-server or...

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Re: Given Optiplex 210L from employer. Too "ancient" to run Windows 7?

Hi Tom,The report specifies that the driver currently installed on the system, is not compatible with Windows 7 and an updated driver is required. Windows 7 can run on systems that meets the system...

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Re: Will not boot, persistent yellow light, Vostros 220

Hi Lou,If the power light is steady amber, there may be a power problem or an internal device malfunction.Check for the Power supply light at the rear end of the tower. If the Power Supply Light Led is...

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Re: OptiPlex 380 running very slow, locks up, windows 7 is using too much...

Hi kingster11,We can check if the issue occurs in Safe Mode with Networking: 1. Restart the computer and tap F8 key repeatedly at the Dell logo screen to access the windows Advanced Boot Options. 2....

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Re: OPTIPLEX 990

Hi drkamal,You can upgrade the Power supply but ensure the formfactor goes with the tower.Below picture would help you with the expansion slots on the motherboard:Please reply for any questions.

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Re: Upgrading Vostro 200 from 32-bit to 64-bit operating system

Hi ballyd,Thank you for the response. You may try the steps as suggested by rdunnill. However, would like to inform you that the drivers for Windows 7 and 8 are not available for this system. Windows...

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Re: Given Optiplex 210L from employer. Too "ancient" to run Windows 7?

Its not too ancient HOWEVER a GX620 or Newer with X16 video would be a better choice. Buying an PCI card now is a waste. The PCI-E cards that can be had for less are MUCH FASTER than OLD PCI cards.Dell...

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Re: Blue screens on Inspiron 560s

Hi nc_robins,Thank you for the reply. I am glad to know the system is working fine.Please feel free to reply for any further questions. I will be glad to assist further.

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Re: Given Optiplex 210L from employer. Too "ancient" to run Windows 7?

Thos19My employer was cleaning out its surplus equipment, and I was given an Optiplex 210L (2006?) XP machine for my son.  XP is okay, but I would like to use Windows 7. I ran the Microsoft Windows...

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Re: Upgrading Vostro 200 from 32-bit to 64-bit operating system

The 64-bit drivers for Windows 7 and 8 are most definitely available, just not on the Dell site. The drivers can be downloaded from their respective vendors' sites.

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Re: Fan Running Fast Computer Not Responding

I have a Dimension 8400 with the same problem.  I unpluged the wire that you indicated but it did not fix my problem

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