Dell™ Dimension™ 3100C Service Manual

About Your Dell™ Dimension™ 3100C Computer

Advanced Troubleshooting

Before You Begin

Removing the Computer Cover

Removing and Installing Parts

Replacing the Computer Cover

Specifications

Technical Overview

System Setup

Model DCNE

Notes, Notices, and Cautions

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.

Abbreviations and Acronyms

For a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see the Dell Owner's Manual.

If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this document to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are not applicable.

Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
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November 2005     Rev. A00