Dell OptiPlex SX270 - Manual

Dell™ OptiPlex™ SX270 Systems User's Guide
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
Dell recommends that the original version (Gold) of Windows XP should not be installed on this platform.
Abbreviations and Acronyms
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Model: DCT
March 2003 P/N K0125 Rev. A00
Documentation for Your Computer
Finding Information for Your Computer
Technical Specifications
System Board Components
Cleaning Your Computer
Advanced Features
LegacySelect Technology Control
Manageability
Security
Password Protection
System Setup
Booting to a USB Device
Jumper Settings
Power Button
Power Management
Hyper-Threading
About Your Computer
Front View
Back View
Back-Panel Connectors
Inside Your Computer
Orientations
Chassis Stand
Cable Cover
Mounting Plate
Connecting the Power Adapter
Adding and Removing Parts
Removing the Computer Cover
Battery
Module Bay
Hard Drive
Memory
Microprocessor
Replacing the Computer Cover
Computer and Software Problems
Solving Problems
Advanced Troubleshooting
Getting Help
Additional Information
Microsoft® Windows® XP Features
Glossary
CAUTION: Safety Instructions
Ergonomic Computing Habits
Regulatory Notices
Warranty and Return Policy
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.
NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.