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Technical Guidebook - Page 2
... SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS Operating System, Chipset Processor, Advanced System Manageability Modes, System Monitoring Options Memory Drives and Removable Storage System Board Connectors, Graphics/Video Controller External Ports/Connectors Communications-Integrated LAN, Wireless, Audio and Speakers, Keyboard and Mouse, Security Security, Service and Support, Software, System Accessories
DETAILED...
Technical Guidebook - Page 9
... Vista® Business
Microsoft® Windows® XP Home (China only)
Microsoft® Windows® Embedded POSReady 2009
Ubuntu® Linux® (China only)
FreeDOS for N-series
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Chipset
NOTE: The OptiPlex XE uses a Chipset from Intel's long lifecycle Embedded Roadmap
Chipset Non-volatile memory on chipset BIOS Configuration SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface)
NIC EEPROM
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Technical Guidebook - Page 10
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The OptiPlex™ XE supports Broadcom® TruManage™ technology which supports the following features:
BIOS Management, asset reporting, remote troubleshooting and repair, power on for remote patching/updating.
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Broadcom TruManage Systems Management Ready
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System Monitoring Options
NOTES: • The Dell Watchdog Timer is hardware based with a software user interface...
Technical Guidebook - Page 11
Memory
NOTES:
• Your computer supports a maximum of 8GB of memory when you use four 2GB DIMMs; however, 32-bit operating systems, such as the 32-bit version of Microsoft® Windows® XP, can only use a maximum of 4 GB of address space. Moreover, certain components within the computer require address space in the 4GB range. Any address space reserved for...
Technical Guidebook - Page 13
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PCI Slot(s): number of PCIe x16 Slot5: number of
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PCIe x1 Slot: number of
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Serial ATA (SATA)
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5 Use of PCIex16 slot (including use of the riser) disables on-board DisplayPort functionality. Discrete graphics card or on-board VGA port can be utilized for graphics if PCIex16 slot is occupied.
Graphics/Video Controller
NOTE: DT supports low profile card or full height card...
Technical Guidebook - Page 16
...-party. Technician will be dispatched if necessary following phone-based troubleshooting. Subject to parts availability, geographical restrictions and terms of service contract. Service timing dependent upon time of day call placed to Dell. U.S. only.
Software
Dell Client Manager Dell Control Point Dell Backup & Recovery Manager Norton Internet Security 2010 McAfee 10 Security Center Trend Micro...
Technical Guidebook - Page 22
... Integrated LAN
NOTE: The OptiPlex XE supports 2 on-board LOMs (LAN On Motherboard) standard
INTEGRATED BROADCOM® BCM5761 NETXTREME® 10/100/1000 GIGABIT ETHERNET (GBE)
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External Connector Type Data Rates supported Controller Details
RJ45 10/100/1000 Mbps
Controller bus architecture
PCIe 1.1 x1
Integrated memory Data transfer mode (example Bus-Master DMA) Power consumption...
Technical Guidebook - Page 23
...LAN
BROADCOM® BCM57780 NETLINK® 10/100/1000 GIGABIT ETHERNET (GBE)
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Connector Type
RJ45
Data Rates supported Controller Details Controller bus architecture (example PCIe 1.0a x1)
10/100/1000 Mbps Half/Full duplex PCIe 1.1 x1
Integrated memory
Data transfer mode (example Bus-Master DMA) Power... ROM Support
No
Network Transfer Mode (example Full Duplex, Half Duplex) Network ...
Technical Guidebook - Page 24
Communications - Wireless
DELL WIRELESS 1520 PCIE WLAN CARD (802.11N WITH REMOTE WAKE UP SUPPORT) External Connector Type Controller Details Controller bus architecture WLAN standards supported 802.11b Data Rates supported 802.11a Data Rates supported 802.11g Data Rates supported
802.11n Data Rates supported
Encryption Operating temperature Operating humidity
Operating System Driver Support
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Technical Guidebook - Page 36
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OptiPlex XE Technical Guidebook
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Service Manual - Page 1
Dell™ OptiPlex™ 980 Service Manual-Mini-Tower
Working on Your Computer Specifications Removing and Replacing Parts System Board Layout System Setup Diagnostics
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
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 ...
Service Manual - Page 2
... Off Your Computer).
CAUTION: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug the cable from the network device.
3. Disconnect all network cables from the computer. 4. Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets. 5. Press and hold the power button while the computer is unplugged to ground the system board. 6. Remove the...
Service Manual - Page 3
... system, press and hold the power button for about 6 seconds to turn them off.
After Working Inside Your Computer
After you complete any replacement procedure, ensure you connect any external devices, cards, and cables before turning on your computer.
1. Replace the cover.
CAUTION: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network device and then plug it into the...
Service Manual - Page 14
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System Setup
Dell™ OptiPlex™ 980 Service Manual-Desktop
Boot Menu Navigation Keystrokes Entering System Setup System Setup Menu Options
Boot Menu
Press or when the Dell™ logo appears to initiate a one-time boot menu with a list of the valid boot devices for the system.
The options listed are:
Onboard SATA Hard Drive Onboard or USB CD-ROM Drive System Setup Diagnostics...
Service Manual - Page 16
... present.
Auto(default) - Use the add-in video controller. Onboard/Card - Use the integrated video controller unless a Graphic care is installed. A PCI Express Graphic(PEG) card will overide and disable the integrated video controller.
Performance
Multi Core Support
HyperThreading Technology
This field specifies whether the processor will have one or all cores enable. The performance of...
Service Manual - Page 18
... the ImageServer with which the client software communicates.
The default IP address is 255.255.255.255
NOTE: You must set the "Integrated NIC" control in the "System Configuration" group to "Enabled with ImageServer" and when "Lookup Method" is set to "Static IP".
ImageServer Port
Specifies the primary IP port of the image server with which the...
Service Manual - Page 19
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Diagnostics
Dell™ OptiPlex™ 980 Service Manual-Desktop Dell Diagnostics Power Button Light Codes Beep Codes Diagnostic Lights
Dell Diagnostics
When to Use the Dell Diagnostics
It is recommended that you print these procedures before you begin. NOTE: The Dell Diagnostics software works only on Dell computers. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media is ...
Service Manual - Page 20
... all devices from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of the screen. The device list may not display the names of all the components installed on your computer or all devices attached to your computer.
Parameters Allows you to customize the test by changing the test settings.
4. When...
Service Manual - Page 23
... all modules without error. If only one memory module is installed, try moving it to a different DIMM connector and restart the computer. If available, install verified working memory of the same type into your computer.
A possible CPU or system board failure has occurred.
BIOS may be corrupt or missing.
A possible system board
Replace the CPU with a known good CPU. If the computer still fails...
Service Manual - Page 24
... modules without error. If available, install working memory of the same type into your computer.
Reseat any installed graphics cards. If available, install a working graphics card into your computer.
Reseat all power and data cables.
Reinstall all USB devices and check all cable connections.
If two or more memory modules are installed, remove the modules (see your service manual), then reinstall...