Optiplex 3050 Tower: Owner'S Manual

OptiPlex 3050 Tower
Owner's Manual
Regulatory Model: D18M

Regulatory Type: D18M003
Notes, cautions, and warnings
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your product.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem.
WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.
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2018 - 08
Rev. A02
Contents
1 Working on your computer............................................................................................................................. 7

Safety instructions............................................................................................................................................................. 7
Before working inside your computer.............................................................................................................................. 7
Turning off your computer.................................................................................................................................................7
Turning off your computer — Windows 10...............................................................................................................8
Turning off your computer — Windows 7.................................................................................................................8
After working inside your computer.................................................................................................................................8
2 Disassembly and reassembly..........................................................................................................................9

Recommended tools.......................................................................................................................................................... 9
Back cover.......................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Removing cover........................................................................................................................................................... 9
Installing cover............................................................................................................................................................ 10
Bezel...................................................................................................................................................................................10
Removing bezel...........................................................................................................................................................10
Installing bezel............................................................................................................................................................. 12
Opening the front panel door..........................................................................................................................................12
Storage...............................................................................................................................................................................13
Removing 3.5–inch hard drive ................................................................................................................................. 13
Installing 3.5–inch hard drive ....................................................................................................................................16
Removing the 2.5–inch drive assembly................................................................................................................... 16
Removing the 2.5–inch drive from the drive bracket............................................................................................ 17
Installing the 2.5–inch hard drive into the drive bracket....................................................................................... 18
Installing the 2.5-inch drive assembly...................................................................................................................... 18
Optical drive...................................................................................................................................................................... 18
Removing optical drive...............................................................................................................................................18
Installing optical drive................................................................................................................................................ 20
M.2 PCIe SSD ................................................................................................................................................................. 20
Removing optional M.2 PCIe SSD .......................................................................................................................... 20
Installing optional M.2 PCIe SSD ............................................................................................................................. 21
SD card reader..................................................................................................................................................................22
Removing SD card reader......................................................................................................................................... 22
Installing SD card reader............................................................................................................................................23
Memory module............................................................................................................................................................... 23
Removing memory module....................................................................................................................................... 23
Installing memory module..........................................................................................................................................23
Expansion card................................................................................................................................................................. 24
Removing PCIe expansion card................................................................................................................................24
Installing PCIe expansion card.................................................................................................................................. 25
WLAN card........................................................................................................................................................................27
Removing WLAN card............................................................................................................................................... 27
Installing WLAN card................................................................................................................................................. 30
Power supply unit.............................................................................................................................................................32
Contents 3
Removing power supply unit or PSU.......................................................................................................................32
Installing power supply unit or PSU......................................................................................................................... 34
VGA daughter board........................................................................................................................................................35
Removing VGA daughter board............................................................................................................................... 35
Installing VGA daughter board..................................................................................................................................36
Intrusion switch................................................................................................................................................................ 39
Removing intrusion switch........................................................................................................................................39
Installing intrusion switch.......................................................................................................................................... 40
Power switch.....................................................................................................................................................................41
Removing power switch............................................................................................................................................ 41
Installing power switch.............................................................................................................................................. 42
Speaker............................................................................................................................................................................. 42
Removing speaker......................................................................................................................................................42
Installing speaker........................................................................................................................................................ 44
Coin cell battery............................................................................................................................................................... 44
Removing coin cell battery........................................................................................................................................44
Installing the coin cell battery................................................................................................................................... 45
Heat sink .......................................................................................................................................................................... 46
Removing heat sink assembly.................................................................................................................................. 46
Installing heat sink assembly..................................................................................................................................... 47
Processor.......................................................................................................................................................................... 47
Removing processor.................................................................................................................................................. 47
Installing processor.................................................................................................................................................... 48
System fan........................................................................................................................................................................49
Removing system fan................................................................................................................................................ 49
Installing system fan.................................................................................................................................................. 50
System board.................................................................................................................................................................... 51
Removing system board.............................................................................................................................................51
Installing the system board....................................................................................................................................... 55
3 M.2 Intel Optane Memory Module 16 GB..................................................................................................... 57

Overview........................................................................................................................................................................... 57
Intel®OptaneTM Memory Module Driver Requirements............................................................................................57
M.2 Intel Optane Memory Module 16 GB..................................................................................................................... 57
Product specifications.....................................................................................................................................................59
Environmental Conditions............................................................................................................................................... 60
Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................................................................61
4 Technology and components........................................................................................................................62

Skylake – 6th Generation Intel Core processors..........................................................................................................62
Skylake specifications................................................................................................................................................62
Kaby Lake — 7th Generation Intel Core processors................................................................................................... 62
Kaby lake Specifications............................................................................................................................................63
USB features.................................................................................................................................................................... 63
USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 (SuperSpeed USB)...........................................................................................................63
Speed.......................................................................................................................................................................... 64
Applications................................................................................................................................................................ 65
4 Contents
Compatibility...............................................................................................................................................................65
HDMI 1.4............................................................................................................................................................................65
HDMI 1.4 Features......................................................................................................................................................66
Advantages of HDMI................................................................................................................................................. 66
5 System setup...............................................................................................................................................67
Boot Sequence................................................................................................................................................................. 67
Navigation Keys................................................................................................................................................................67
System and setup password...........................................................................................................................................68
Assigning a system setup password........................................................................................................................ 68
Deleting or changing an existing system setup password.................................................................................... 69
System Setup options..................................................................................................................................................... 69
Updating the BIOS in Windows .....................................................................................................................................76
Updating your system BIOS using a USB flash drive.................................................................................................. 76
Enabling smart power on.................................................................................................................................................77
6 Software......................................................................................................................................................78
Supported operating systems.........................................................................................................................................78
Downloading drivers.........................................................................................................................................................78
Downloading the chipset driver......................................................................................................................................78
Intel chipset drivers....................................................................................................................................................79
Downloading graphic drivers...........................................................................................................................................79
Intel HD Graphics drivers.......................................................................................................................................... 80
Intel Wi-Fi and Bluetooth drivers....................................................................................................................................80
Downloading the Wi-Fi driver...................................................................................................................................80
Realtek HD audio drivers..................................................................................................................................................81
Downloading the audio driver....................................................................................................................................81
7 Troubleshooting your computer....................................................................................................................82

Diagnostic and Power LED codes..................................................................................................................................82
Power LED issue.............................................................................................................................................................. 86
Dell Enhanced Pre-Boot System Assessment — ePSA Diagnostic 3.0....................................................................87
Running the ePSA Diagnostics................................................................................................................................. 87
Diagnostic error messages.............................................................................................................................................. 87
System error messages...................................................................................................................................................90
Power Supply Unit (PSU) Built-in Self Test (BIST)......................................................................................................91
Troubleshooting with BIST.........................................................................................................................................91
Steps to confirm that PSU is defective................................................................................................................... 91
8 Technical specifications............................................................................................................................... 92
Processor specifications................................................................................................................................................. 92
Memory specifications.................................................................................................................................................... 93
Video specifications......................................................................................................................................................... 93
Audio specifications......................................................................................................................................................... 93
Communication specifications........................................................................................................................................93
Storage specifications..................................................................................................................................................... 94
Ports and connectors specifications............................................................................................................................. 94
Contents 5
Power supply specifications........................................................................................................................................... 94
Physical dimension specifications.................................................................................................................................. 94
System board layout........................................................................................................................................................ 95
Controls and lights specifications.................................................................................................................................. 96
Environmental specifications.......................................................................................................................................... 96
9 Contacting Dell............................................................................................................................................ 98
6 Contents
1
Working on your computer
Safety instructions
Use the following safety guidelines to protect your computer from potential damage and to ensure your personal safety. Unless otherwise
noted, each procedure included in this document assumes that the following conditions exist:
• You have read the safety information that shipped with your computer.
• A component can be replaced or, if purchased separately, installed by performing the removal procedure in reverse order.
WARNING: Disconnect all power sources before opening the computer cover or panels. After you finish working inside the
computer, replace all covers, panels, and screws before connecting to the power source.
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional
safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple
repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team.
Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions
that came with the product.
CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an
unpainted metal surface at the same time as touching a connector on the back of the computer.
CAUTION: Handle components and cards with care. Do not touch the components or contacts on a card. Hold a card by its
edges or by its metal mounting bracket. Hold a component such as a processor by its edges, not by its pins.
CAUTION: When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its pull-tab, not on the cable itself. Some cables have
connectors with locking tabs; if you are disconnecting this type of cable, press in on the locking tabs before you disconnect the
cable. As you pull connectors apart, keep them evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins. Also, before you connect a
cable, ensure that both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned.
NOTE: The color of your computer and certain components may appear differently than shown in this document.
Before working inside your computer

To avoid damaging your computer, perform the following steps before you begin working inside the computer.
1 Ensure that you follow the Safety Instruction.

2 Ensure that your work surface is flat and clean to prevent the computer cover from being scratched.
3 Turn off your computer.
4 Disconnect all network cables from the computer.
CAUTION: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug the cable from the
network device.
5 Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets.
6 Press and hold the power button while the computer is unplugged to ground the system board.
NOTE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an
unpainted metal surface at the same time as touching a connector on the back of the computer.
Turning off your computer
Working on your computer 7

Turning off your computer — Windows 10
CAUTION: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open programs before you turn off your computer.
1 Click or tap .
2 Click or tap and then click or tap Shut down.
NOTE: Ensure that the computer and all attached devices are turned off. If your computer and attached devices did not
automatically turn off when you shut down your operating system, press and hold the power button for about 6 seconds to
turn them off.
Turning off your computer — Windows 7

CAUTION: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open programs before you turn off your computer.
1 Click Start.
2 Click Shut Down.
NOTE: Ensure that the computer and all attached devices are turned off. If your computer and attached devices did not
automatically turn off when you shut down your operating 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 that you connect any external devices, cards, and cables before turning on your
computer.
1 Connect any telephone or network cables to your computer.
CAUTION: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network device and then plug it into the
computer.
2 Connect your computer and all attached devices to their electrical outlets.
3 Turn on your computer.
4 If required, verify that the computer works correctly by running ePSA diagnostics.
8 Working on your computer

2
Disassembly and reassembly
Recommended tools
The procedures in this document require the following tools:
• Small flat blade screwdriver
• Phillips # 1 screwdriver
• Small plastic scribe
Back cover
Removing cover
1 Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2 To release the cover:
a Loosen the captive screws securing the cover to the computer [1].
b Slide the cover toward the back of the computer [2].
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3 Lift the cover to remove it from the computer.
Installing cover
1 Place the cover on the computer and slide the cover forward until it clicks into place.
2 Tighten the captive screws to secure the cover to the computer.
3 Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Bezel
Removing bezel
2 Remove the cover.
3 To remove the bezel:
a Lift the tabs and rotate the bezel to release the bezel from the chassis [1,2].
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b Pull the bezel to release the tab holders on the front bezel from the slots on the chassis.

Installing bezel
1 Position the bezel to align the tab holders on the chassis.
2 Press the bezel until the tabs click into place.
3 Install the cover.
Opening the front panel door

2 Remove the:
a cover
b bezel
CAUTION: The front panel door opens only to a limited extent. See the printed image on the front panel door for the
maximum permissible level.

NOTE: All pictures shown are for illustration purposes only. Actual product may vary depending on product model,
configuration, features and/or product enhancements.
3 Pull the front panel door to open it.
Storage
Removing 3.5–inch hard drive
2 Remove the:
a cover
b bezel
3 NOTE: All pictures shown are for illustration purposes only. Actual product may vary depending on product model,
configuration, features and/or product enhancements.
To remove the hard drive assembly:
a Disconnect the SATA cable and the power cable from the connectors on the hard drive.

b Remove the screws that secure the hard drive to the chassis [1] and open the front panel door [2].

c Slide the hard drive out from the chassis.

Installing 3.5–inch hard drive
1 Insert the hard drive into the slot on the chassis.
2 Tighten the screws to secure the hard drive to the chassis.
3 Close the front panel door.
4 Connect the SATA cable and the power cable to the connectors on the hard drive.
5 Install the:
a bezel
b cover
Removing the 2.5–inch drive assembly

2 Remove the:
a cover
b bezel
3 Open the front panel door.

4 To remove the drive assembly:
a Disconnect the drive assembly cables from the connectors on the drive [1].
b Press the blue tabs on both sides [2] and pull the drive assembly out of the computer [3].
Removing the 2.5–inch drive from the drive bracket

1 Follow the procedure in Before Working Inside Your Computer.
2 Remove the:
a cover
b bezel
c 2.5–inch drive assembly
3 To remove the drive:
a Pull both sides of the drive bracket to disengage the pins on the bracket from the slots on the drive [1].
b Lift the drive out of the drive bracket [2].

Installing the 2.5–inch hard drive into the drive bracket
1 To install the hard drive:
a Insert pins on one side of the bracket into the slots on one side of the hard drive.
b Pull the other side of the bracket to insert the pins into the slots on the other side of hard drive.
2 Install the:
a 2.5-inch drive assembly
b bezel
c cover
Installing the 2.5-inch drive assembly

1 Insert the drive assembly into the slot on the computer until it clicks into place.
3 Connect the SATA cable and the power cable to the connectors on the drive.
4 Install the:
a bezel
b cover
5 Follow the procedure in After Working Inside Your Computer.
Optical drive
Removing optical drive
2 Remove the:
a cover
b bezel
4 To remove the optical drive assembly:
a Disconnect the data cable and power cable from the connectors on the optical drive [1].
NOTE: You may need to unroute the cables from the tabs under the drive cage to allow you to disconnect the cables
from the connectors.

b Close the front panel door [2].
c Press the blue release tab [1] and slide the optical drive out of the computer [2].

Installing optical drive
1 Insert the optical drive into the optical drive bay until it clicks into place.
3 Route the data cable and power cable under the drive cage.
4 Connect the data cable and power cable to the connectors on the optical drive.
6 Install the:
a bezel
b cover
M.2 PCIe SSD

Removing optional M.2 PCIe SSD
2 Remove the:
a cover
b bezel

4 To remove the M.2 PCIe SSD:
a Pull the blue tab that secures the M.2 PCIe SSD to the system board [1].
b Slide out the M.2 PCIe SSD from the connector on the system board [2].
Installing optional M.2 PCIe SSD

1 Insert the M.2 PCIe SSD to the connector.
2 Press the blue tab to secure the M.2 PCIe SSD.
4 Install the:
a bezel
b cover

SD card reader
Removing SD card reader
2 Remove the:
a cover
b bezel
4 To remove the SD card reader:
a Disconnect the SD card reader cable from the connector on the system board [1].
b Remove the screw that secures the SD card reader to the front panel door [2].
c Lift the SD card reader out of the computer [3].

Installing SD card reader
1 Insert the SD card reader into the slot on the front panel door.
2 Tighten the screw to secure the SD card reader to the front panel door.
3 Connect the SD card reader cable to the connector on the system board.
5 Install the:
a bezel
b cover
Memory module
Removing memory module
2 Remove the:
a cover
b bezel
4 To remove the memory module:
a Push the memory module retention tabs on both sides of the memory module.
b Lift the memory module from the memory module connector on the system board.
Installing memory module

1 Align the notch on the memory module with the tab on the memory module connector.
2 Insert the memory module into the memory module socket.
3 Press the memory module until the memory module retention tabs click into place.
5 Install the:
a cover
b bezel

Expansion card
Removing PCIe expansion card
2 Remove the:
a cover
b bezel
4 To remove the PCIe expansion card:
a Pull the release latch to unlock the PCIe expansion card.
b Push the card retention latch [1], and lift the PCIe expansion card out of the computer [2].
NOTE: This step is applicable only for the connector with card retention latch, otherwise, lift the PCIe expansion card
out of the computer.

5 Repeat the steps to remove any additional PCIe expansion card.
Installing PCIe expansion card

1 Pull the release latch backward to open [1].
2 To remove the PCIe brackets (1 and 3) as shown below, insert a screwdriver in the hole of a PCIe bracket and push hard to release the
bracket [2], and then lift the bracket out from your computer.
NOTE: To remove the PCIe brackets (2 and 4), push the bracket upwards from the inside of your computer to release it and
then lift the bracket away from your computer.

3 Insert the PCIe expansion card to the connector on the system board.
4 Secure the PCIe expansion card by pushing the card retention latch until it clicks into place.
NOTE: This step is applicable only for the connector with card retention latch, otherwise, skip this step.
5 Repeat the steps to install any additional PCIe expansion card.
6 Close the release latch.
8 Install the:
a bezel
b cover

WLAN card
Removing WLAN card
2 Remove the:
a cover
b bezel
4 To remove the WLAN module:
a Loosen the antenna screw to remove the antenna from the computer.
b Disconnect the WLAN module cable from the connector on the system board [1]
c Pull the release latch to unlock the WLAN module [2].

d Lift the WLAN module out of the computer.

5 To remove the WLAN card:
a Remove the screw that secures the WLAN card to the WLAN module [1].
b Lift the WLAN card bracket [2].
c Disconnect the antenna cables from the connectors on the WLAN card [3]
d Pull the WLAN card from the slot [4].

Installing WLAN card
1 Insert the WLAN card into the connector on the WLAN module.
2 Connect the WLAN antenna cables to the connectors on the WLAN card.
3 Place the WLAN card bracket to secure the WLAN cables.
4 Tighten the screw to secure the WLAN card to the system.
5 Pull the release latch to open [1].
6 To remove the PCIe brackets (1 and 3) as shown below, insert a screwdriver in the hole of a bracket and push hard to release the
bracket [2], and then lift the bracket out from your computer.
NOTE: To remove the PCIe brackets (2 and 4), push the bracket upwards from the inside of your computer to release it and
then lift the bracket away from your computer.

7 Insert the WLAN module into the connector on the system board and press until it is secured.
NOTE: The WLAN module can be installed in PCIe slots 1 and 4 only.
8 Connect the WLAN module cable to the connector on the system board.
9 Tighten the antenna screw to install the antenna.
10 Close the release latch.
12 Install the:
a bezel
b cover

Power supply unit
Removing power supply unit or PSU
2 Remove the:
a cover
b bezel
4 To release the PSU:
a Disconnect the PSU cable from the connector on the system board [1].
b Unroute the PSU cable from the release clip [2].
c Disconnect the PSU cable from the connector on the system board [1].
d Pull the release clip [2].
e Unroute the PSU cables from the retention clip [3].
f Remove the screws that secure the PSU to the computer [4].

5 To remove the PSU:
a Press the release tab [1].
b Slide and lift the PSU away from the computer [2].

Installing power supply unit or PSU
1 Insert the PSU into the PSU slot and slide it towards the back of the computer until it clicks into place.
2 Tighten the screws to secure the PSU to the computer.
3 Route the PSU cables through the retention clips and secure one of the cables with the release clips.
4 Connect the PSU cables to the connectors on the system board.
6 Install the:
a bezel
b cover

VGA daughter board
Removing VGA daughter board
2 Remove the:
a cover
b bezel
3 Open the front panel door
4 To remove the VGA daughter board:
a Remove the screws that secure the VGA connector to the computer [1].
b Slide the VGA connector to release it from the computer [2].
c Remove the screw that secures the VGA daughter board to the computer [1].
d Lift the VGA daughter board using the handle to remove it from the computer [2].

Installing VGA daughter board
1 To remove the metal bracket as shown below, insert a flathead screwdriver in the hole of the bracket and push the bracket to release
the bracket, and then lift the bracket out from the system.

2 Insert the VGA connector into the slot from inside of the computer [1].
3 Tighten the screws to secure the VGA connector to the computer [2].

4 Align the VGA daughter board with the screw holder on the system board [1].
5 Tighten the screw to secure the VGA daughter board to the system board [2].

7 Install the:
a bezel
b cover
Intrusion switch
Removing intrusion switch
2 Remove the:
a cover
b bezel
4 To remove the intrusion switch:
a Disconnect the intrusion switch cable from the connector on the system board [1].

b Unroute the intrusion switch cable from the fan grommet [2].
c Remove the adhesive tape that holds the intrusion switch cable on the system fan [3].
d Slide the intrusion switch and push it to remove from the computer [4].
Installing intrusion switch

1 Insert the intrusion switch into the slot on the computer.
2 Affix the adhesive tape that holds the intrusion switch cable on the system fan.
3 Route the intrusion switch cable through the fan grommet.
4 Connect the intrusion switch cable to the connector on the system board.
6 Install the:
a bezel
b cover

Power switch
Removing power switch
2 Remove the:
a cover
b bezel
4 To release the power switch:
a Disconnect the power switch cable from the system board [1].
b Unroute the power switch cable through the retention clip [2].
c Press the release tabs using a plastic scribe and slide the power switch out from the front of the computer [3].
d Close the front panel door [4].
5 Pull the power switch out from the computer.

Installing power switch
1 Insert the power switch into the slot from the front of the computer and press it until it clicks into place.
2 Route the power switch cable through the retention clip.
3 Align the cable with the pins on the connector and connect the cable.
5 Install the:
a bezel
b cover
Speaker
Removing speaker
2 Remove the:
a cover
b bezel

4 To remove the speaker:
a Disconnect the speaker cable from the connector on the system board [1].
b Close the front panel door [2].
c Press the release tabs [1], and slide the speaker [2] out of the slot.

Installing speaker
1 Insert the speaker into the slot and press it until it clicks into place.
2 Connect the speaker cable to the connector on the system board.
4 Install the:
a bezel
b cover
Coin cell battery

Removing coin cell battery
2 Remove the:
a cover
b bezel

4 To remove the coin cell battery:
a Using a plastic scribe, pry the coin cell battery until it pops up [1].
b Remove the coin cell battery from the connector on the system board [2].
Installing the coin cell battery

1 Hold the coin cell battery with the "+" sign facing up and slide it under the securing tabs at the positive side of the connector.
2 Press the battery into the connector until it locks into place.
4 Install the:
a bezel
b cover

Heat sink
Removing heat sink assembly
2 Remove the:
a cover
b bezel
4 To remove the heat sink assembly:
a Disconnect the heat sink assembly cable from the connector on the system board [1].
b Loosen the captive screws that secure the heat sink assembly to the system board [2].
c Lift the heat sink assembly away from the computer [3].

Installing heat sink assembly
1 Align the screws of the heat sink assembly with the holders on the system board.
2 Place the heat sink assembly on the processor.
3 Tighten the captive screws to secure the heat sink assembly to the system board.
4 Connect the heat sink assembly cable to the connector on the system board.
6 Install the:
a bezel
b cover
Processor
Removing processor
2 Remove the:
a cover
b bezel
4 Remove the heat sink assembly.
5 To remove the processor:
a Release the socket lever by pushing the lever down and out from under the tab on the processor shield [1].
b Lift the lever upward and lift the processor shield [2].
c Lift the processor out of the socket [3].
CAUTION: Do not touch the processor socket pins, they are fragile and can be permanently damaged. Be careful not
to bend the pins in the processor socket when removing the processor out of the socket.

Installing processor
1 Align the processor with the socket keys.
CAUTION: Do not use force to seat the processor. When the processor is positioned correctly, it engages easily into the
socket.
2 Align the pin-1 indicator of the processor with the triangle on the socket.
3 Place the processor on the socket such that the slots on the processor align with the socket keys.
4 Close the processor shield by sliding it under the retention screw.
5 Lower the socket lever and push it under the tab to lock it.
6 Install the heat sink assembly.
8 Install the:
a bezel
b cover

System fan
Removing system fan
2 Remove the:
a cover
b bezel
4 To remove the system fan:
a Press the notch and disconnect the intrusion switch cable from the connector on the system board [1].
b Unroute the intrusion switch cable from the fan grommet as shown in the image [2].
c Remove the tape that holds the intrusion switch cable on the system fan and move the cable away [3].
d Disconnect the system fan cable from the connector on the system board [1].
e Pull the grommets securing the fan to remove the grommets from the system [2].
f Slide the system fan out of the computer [3].

Installing system fan
1 Insert the grommets into the slots on the back of the computer.
2 Hold the system fan with the cable facing the bottom of the computer.
3 Align the grooves of the system fan with the grommets on the chassis wall.
4 Pass the grommets through the corresponding grooves on the system fan.
5 Stretch the grommets and slide the system fan toward the computer until it locks into place.
NOTE: Install the lower two grommets first.

6 Connect the system fan cable to the connector on the system board.
7 Secure the intrusion switch cable to the system fan with an adhesive tape.
8 Route the intrusion cable through the system fan grommet.
9 Connect the intrusion switch cable to the connector on the system board.
11 Install the:
a bezel
b cover

System board
Removing system board
2 Remove the:
a cover
b bezel
4 Remove the:
a heat sink assembly
b processor
c expansion card
d optional M.2 PCIe SSD
e SD card reader
f memory module
g VGA daughter board
5 Disconnect the following cables:
a system fan [1]
b intrusion switch [2]

a PSU [1]
b power switch [2]
c optical drive and hard drive [3]

a speaker [1]
b PSU [2]
c hard drive [3]
d power distribution for optical drive and hard drive [4]

8 Remove the screws that secure the system board to the computer.

9 Slide and lift the system board away from the computer.

Installing the system board
1 Hold the system board by its edges and align it toward the back of the computer.
2 Lower the system board into the computer until the connectors at the back of the system board align with the slots on the chassis,
and the screw holes on the system board align with the standoffs on the computer.
3 Tighten the screws to secure the system board to the computer.
4 Route all the cables through the routing clips.
5 Align the cables with the pins on connectors on the system board and connect the following cables to the system board:
a intrusion switch
b system fan
c power distribution for optical drive and hard drive
d PSU (2 cables)
e optical dive and hard drive cables (4 cables)
f speaker
g power switch
6 Install the:
a VGA daughter board
b memory module
c SD card reader

d optional M.2 PCIe SSD
e expansion card
f processor
g heat sink assembly
8 Install the:
a bezel
b cover

3
M.2 Intel Optane Memory Module 16 GB
Overview
This document describes the specifications and capabilities of the Intel® OptaneTM memory module. The Intel® OptaneTM memory is a
system acceleration solution developed for 7th Generation Intel® CoreTM processor-based platforms. The Intel® OptaneTM memory
module is architected with the high performance controller interface Non-Volatile Memory Express (NVMe*)- delivering outstanding
performance, low latency and quality of service. NVMe uses a standardized interface that enables higher performance and lower latency
than pervious interfaces. Intel® OptaneTM memory module offers capacities of 16 GB and 32 GB in small M.2 form factors.
The Intel® OptaneTMmemory module offers a system acceleration solution using the latest Intel® Rapid Storage Technology (Intel® RST)
15.5X.
The Intel® OptaneTM memory module includes these key features:
• PCIe 3.0x2 with NVMe interface

• Uses Intel’s revolutionary new storage technology, 3D XpointTM memory media
• Ultra-low latency; exceptional responsiveness
• Performance saturation at queue depth of 4 and lower
• Very high endurance capabilities
Intel®OptaneTM Memory Module Driver Requirements

The following table describes the driver requirements for the Intel® OptaneTM memory system acceleration us a component of Intel®
Rapid Storgae Technology 15.5 or later and requires 7th generation Intel® Core TM processor-based platforms to function.
Table 1. Driver Support
Support Level Operating System Description
Intel® OptaneTM Memory with System Acceleration Configuration Windows 10*64 bit
Using Rapid Storage Technology Driver1
NOTES:
1 Intel® RST driver requires device to be attached to RST enabled PCIe lanes on 7th generation Intel® CoreTM.
M.2 Intel Optane Memory Module 16 GB

2 Remove the cover.
3 To remove M.2 Intel optane memory module:
a Remove the thermal pad and white adhesive tape from the box.
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b Place the thermal pad on the SSD slot and remove the white adhesive tape.
c Place the M.2 Intel optane memory module into the slot on the thermal pad.
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d If the system is shipped with screw tighten that secures the M.2 Intel optane memory module on the computer. If the system is
shipped with self locking spacer press to lock the M.2 Intel optane to secure on the computer.
Product specifications
Table 2. Product specifications
Features Specification
Capacities 16 GB, 32 GB
Expansion cards PCIe 3.0 x 2
M.2 form factors (all densities) 2280–S3–B-M
Performace • Seq R/W: Up to 1350/290 MS/s

• QD4 4HB Random Read: 240K + IOPs
• QD4 4HB Random Write: 240K + IOPs
Latency (average sequential) • Read 8.25 µ

• Write: 30 µ
Components • Intel 3D XPoint Memory Media

• Intel Controller and Firmware
• PCIe 3.0x2 with NVMe Interface
• Intel Rapid Storage Technology 15.2 or later

Operating System Support Windows 10 64 bit
Supported Platforms 7th generation or newer Intel Core processor based platforms
Power • 3.3V Supply Rail

• Active: 3.5 W
• Drive Idel :900mW to 1.2W
Compliance • NVMe Express 1.1

• PCI Express Base specifiation rev 3.0
• PCI M.2 HS Spec
Certification and Declarationsµ UL, CE, C-Tick, BSMI, KCC, Microsoft WHQL, Microsoft WHCK,
VCCI
Endurance Rating • 100 GB Writes per day

• Upto 182.3 TBW (Terabytes written)
Temperature Specification • Operating: 0 to 70º C

• Non-Opearting: 10 to 85º C
• Temperature monitoring
Shock 1500 G/0.5msec
Vibration • Operating: 2.17 GRMs(5–800Hz)

• Non-Operating: 3.13 GRMS (5–800Hz)
Altitude (Simulated) • Operating: –1,000 ft to 10,000 ft

• Non-Operating: –1,000 ft to 40,000 ft
Product Ecological Compliance RoHS
Reliability • Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate (UBER): 1 sector per 1015 bits read
• Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF): 1.6 million hours
Environmental Conditions
Table 3. Temperature, Shock, Vibration
Temperature M.2 2280 form factor
Operating1 0–70º C
Non-operating 2 -10–85º C
Temperature Gradient3
Operating 30º C/hr (Typical)
Non-operating 30º C/hr (Typical)
Humidity
Operating 5–95%
Non-operating 5–95%
Shock and Vibration Range
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Shock 4
Operating 1500 G / 0.5 ms
Non-operating 230 G / 3 msec
Vibration5
Operating 2.17 GRMS (5–800Hz) Max
Non-operating 3.13 GRMS (5–800Hz) Max
NOTES:
1 Operating temperature is targeted for 70º C.

2 Please contact your Intel representative for details on the non-operating temperature range.
3 Temperature gradient measured without condensation.
4 Shock specification assume the device is mounted securely with the input vibration applied to the drive-mounting screws. Stimulus
may be applied in the X,Y, or Z axis and shock specification is measured using Root Mean Squared (RMS) value.
5 Vibration specifications assume the device is mounted securely with the input vibration applied to the drive-mounting screws.
Stimulus may be applied in the X, Y, or Z axis. Vibration specificities is measured using RMS value.
Troubleshooting
1 The Intel Optane Memory model name "NVME INTEL MEMPEK1W01" in Device Manager does not match in the Intel Rapid Storage
Technology user interface; it only shows a part of the serial number information. This is a known issue and does not impede the
functionality of the Intel Optane Memory.
Device Manager: NVME INTEL MEMPEK1W01
IRST UI: INTEL MEMPEK1W016GA
2 During the first-time boot up, the system will scan the pairing status as below screen shot after shutdown. It’s working as designed
and the message will not appear again in following boot ups.

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Technology and components
Skylake – 6th Generation Intel Core processors
Intel Skylake is the successor to the Intel Broadwell processor. It is a micro architecture redesign using an existing process technology and it
is branded as Intel 6th Gen Core. Like Broadwell, Skylake is available in four variants with suffixes SKL-Y, SKL-H, SKL-U, and SKL-S.
SKL-Y, SKL-H, SKL-U, and SKL-S are Intel's line of low-power mobile processors based on the Skylake micro architecture serving as
successors to Broadwell Y, Broadwell H, Broadwell U, and Broadwell S processors respectively. Skylake processors are fabricated on Intel's
14nm process and provide a large set of improvements over comparable Broadwell models.
The Skylake also includes Core i7, i5, i3, Pentium, and the Celeron processors.
Skylake specifications
Table 4. Skylake specifications
Processor number Clock Cache Power Memory type Graphics

Speed
Intel Core i5-6500 3.20 GHz 6 MB 65 W DDR4-2133 Intel HD graphics 530
Intel Core i3-6100 3.70 GHz 3 MB 65 W DDR4-2133 Intel HD graphics 530
Intel Pentium G4400 3.30 GHz 3 MB 65 W DDR4-2133 Intel HD graphics 510
Intel Celeron G3900 2.80 GHz 2 MB 65 W DDR4-2133 Intel HD graphics 510
Kaby Lake — 7th Generation Intel Core processors

The 7th Gen Intel Core processor (Kaby Lake) family is the successor of 6th generation processors (Sky Lake). It's main features include:
• Intel 14nm Manufacturing Process Technology

• Intel Turbo Boost Technology
• Intel Hyper Threading Technology
• Intel Built-in Visuals
– Intel HD graphics - exceptional videos, editing smallest details in the videos
– Intel Quick Sync Video - excellent video conferencing capability, quick video editing and authoring
– Intel Clear Video HD - visual quality and color fidelity enhancements for HD playback and immersing web browsing
• Integrated memory controller
• Intel Smart Cache
• Optional Intel vPro technology (on i5/i7) with Active Management Technology 11.6
• Intel Rapid Storage Technology
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Kaby lake Specifications
Table 5. Kaby lake specifications
Processor number Clock Cache No. of cores/No. of Power Memory type Graphics
Speed threads
Intel Core i3-7100U (3M 2.4 GHz 3 MB 2/4 15 W DDR4-2133 Intel HD graphics
Cache, up to 2.4 GHz), 620
Dual Core
Dual Core
Cache, up to 3.5 620
GHz),vPro, Dual Core
vPro, Dual Core
Intel Core i5-7300HQ (6M 2.5 GHz 6 MB 4/4 35 W DDR4-2133; Intel HD Graphics
Cache, up to 3.5GHz), DDR4-2400 630
Quad Core, 35W CTDP
Cache, up to 3.8GHz), DDR4-2400 630
Quad Core, 35W CTDP
Cache up to 3.9GHz), DDR4-2400 630
Quad Core, 35W CTDP
USB features
Universal Serial Bus, or USB, was introduced in 1996. It dramatically simplified the connection between host computers and peripheral
devices like mice, keyboards, external drivers, and printers.
Let's take a quick look on the USB evolution referencing to the table below.
Table 6. USB evolution

Type Data Transfer Rate Category Introduction Year
USB 2.0 480 Mbps High Speed 2000
USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 5 Gbps Super Speed 2010
USB 3.1 Gen 2 10 Gbps Super Speed 2013
USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 (SuperSpeed USB)

For years, the USB 2.0 has been firmly entrenched as the de facto interface standard in the PC world with about 6 billion devices sold, and
yet the need for more speed grows by ever faster computing hardware and ever greater bandwidth demands. The USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1
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finally has the answer to the consumers' demands with a theoretically 10 times faster than its predecessor. In a nutshell, USB 3.1 Gen 1
features are as follows:
• Higher transfer rates (up to 5 Gbps)

• Increased maximum bus power and increased device current draw to better accommodate power-hungry devices
• New power management features
• Full-duplex data transfers and support for new transfer types
• Backward USB 2.0 compatibility
• New connectors and cable
The topics below cover some of the most commonly asked questions regarding USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1.
Speed
Currently, there are 3 speed modes defined by the latest USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 specification. They are Super-Speed, Hi-Speed and Full-
Speed. The new SuperSpeed mode has a transfer rate of 4.8Gbps. While the specification retains Hi-Speed, and Full-Speed USB mode,
commonly known as USB 2.0 and 1.1 respectively, the slower modes still operate at 480Mbps and 12Mbps respectively and are kept to
maintain backward compatibility.
USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 achieves the much higher performance by the technical changes below:
• An additional physical bus that is added in parallel with the existing USB 2.0 bus (refer to the picture below).
• USB 2.0 previously had four wires (power, ground, and a pair for differential data); USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 adds four more for two pairs
of differential signals (receive and transmit) for a combined total of eight connections in the connectors and cabling.
• USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 utilizes the bidirectional data interface, rather than USB 2.0's half-duplex arrangement. This gives a 10-fold
increase in theoretical bandwidth.
With today's ever increasing demands placed on data transfers with high-definition video content, terabyte storage devices, high megapixel
count digital cameras etc., USB 2.0 may not be fast enough. Furthermore, no USB 2.0 connection could ever come close to the 480Mbps
theoretical maximum throughput, making data transfer at around 320Mbps (40MB/s) — the actual real-world maximum. Similarly, USB
3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 connections will never achieve 4.8Gbps. We will likely see a real-world maximum rate of 400MB/s with overheads. At this
speed, USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 is a 10x improvement over USB 2.0.

Applications
USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 opens up the laneways and provides more headroom for devices to deliver a better overall experience. Where USB
video was barely tolerable previously (both from a maximum resolution, latency, and video compression perspective), it's easy to imagine
that with 5-10 times the bandwidth available, USB video solutions should work that much better. Single-link DVI requires almost 2Gbps
throughput. Where 480Mbps was limiting, 5Gbps is more than promising. With its promised 4.8Gbps speed, the standard will find its way
into some products that previously weren't USB territory, like external RAID storage systems.
Listed below are some of the available SuperSpeed USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 products:
• External Desktop USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 Hard Drives

• Portable USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 Hard Drives
• USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 Drive Docks & Adapters
• USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 Flash Drives & Readers
• USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 Solid-state Drives
• USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 RAIDs
• Optical Media Drives
• Multimedia Devices
• Networking
• USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 Adapter Cards & Hubs
Compatibility
The good news is that USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 has been carefully planned from the start to peacefully co-exist with USB 2.0. First of all,
while USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 specifies new physical connections and thus new cables to take advantage of the higher speed capability of
the new protocol, the connector itself remains the same rectangular shape with the four USB 2.0 contacts in the exact same location as
before. Five new connections to carry receive and transmitted data independently are present on USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 cables and only
come into contact when connected to a proper SuperSpeed USB connection.
Windows 8/10 will be bringing native support for USB 3.1 Gen 1 controllers. This is in contrast to previous versions of Windows, which
continue to require separate drivers for USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 controllers.
Microsoft announced that Windows 7 would have USB 3.1 Gen 1 support, perhaps not on its immediate release, but in a subsequent Service
Pack or update. It is not out of the question to think that following a successful release of USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 support in Windows 7,
SuperSpeed support would trickle down to Vista. Microsoft has confirmed this by stating that most of their partners share the opinion that
Vista should also support USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1.
HDMI 1.4
This topic explains the HDMI 1.4 and its features along with the advantages.
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface. HDMI provides an
interface between any compatible digital audio/video source, such as a DVD player, or A/V receiver and a compatible digital audio and/or
video monitor, such as a digital TV (DTV). The intended applications for HDMI TVs, and DVD players. The primary advantage is cable
reduction and content protection provisions. HDMI supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multichannel digital audio on
a single cable.
NOTE: The HDMI 1.4 will provide 5.1 channel audio support.
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HDMI 1.4 Features
• HDMI Ethernet Channel - Adds high-speed networking to an HDMI link, allowing users to take full advantage of their IP-enabled
devices without a separate Ethernet cable
• Audio Return Channel - Allows an HDMI-connected TV with a built-in tuner to send audio data "upstream" to a surround audio system,
eliminating the need for a separate audio cable
• 3D - Defines input/output protocols for major 3D video formats, paving the way for true 3D gaming and 3D home theater applications
• Content Type - Real-time signaling of content types between display and source devices, enabling a TV to optimize picture settings
based on content type
• Additional Color Spaces - Adds support for additional color models used in digital photography and computer graphics
• 4K Support - Enables video resolutions far beyond 1080p, supporting next-generation displays that will rival the Digital Cinema systems
used in many commercial movie theaters
• HDMI Micro Connector - A new, smaller connector for phones and other portable devices, supporting video resolutions up to 1080p
• Automotive Connection System - New cables and connectors for automotive video systems, designed to meet the unique demands of
the motoring environment while delivering true HD quality
Advantages of HDMI
• Quality HDMI transfers uncompressed digital audio and video for the highest, crispest image quality.
• Low -cost HDMI provides the quality and functionality of a digital interface while also supporting uncompressed video formats in a
simple, cost-effective manner
• Audio HDMI supports multiple audio formats from standard stereo to multichannel surround sound
• HDMI combines video and multichannel audio into a single cable, eliminating the cost, complexity, and confusion of multiple cables
currently used in A/V systems
• HDMI supports communication between the video source (such as a DVD player) and the DTV, enabling new functionality

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System setup
System setup enables you to manage your desktop hardware and specify BIOS level options. From the System setup, you can:
• Change the NVRAM settings after you add or remove hardware

• View the system hardware configuration
• Enable or disable integrated devices
• Set performance and power management thresholds
• Manage your computer security
Topics:
• Boot Sequence
• Navigation Keys
• System and setup password
• System Setup options
• Updating the BIOS in Windows
• Updating your system BIOS using a USB flash drive
• Enabling smart power on
Boot Sequence
Boot Sequence allows you to bypass the System Setup–defined boot device order and boot directly to a specific device (for example:
optical drive or hard drive). During the Power-on Self Test (POST), when the Dell logo appears, you can:
• Access System Setup by pressing F2 key

• Bring up the one-time boot menu by pressing F12 key
The one-time boot menu displays the devices that you can boot from including the diagnostic option. The boot menu options are:
• Removable Drive (if available)

• STXXXX Drive
NOTE: XXX denotes the SATA drive number.

• Optical Drive (if available)
• SATA Hard Drive (if available)
• Diagnostics
NOTE: Choosing Diagnostics, will display the ePSA diagnostics screen.
The boot sequence screen also displays the option to access the System Setup screen.
Navigation Keys
The following table displays the system setup navigation keys.
NOTE: For most of the system setup options, changes that you make are recorded but do not take effect until you re-start the
system.
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Table 7. Navigation Keys
Keys Navigation
Up arrow Moves to the previous field.
Down arrow Moves to the next field.
<Enter> Allows you to select a value in the selected field (if applicable) or follow the link in the field.
Spacebar Expands or collapses a drop‐down list, if applicable.
<Tab> Moves to the next focus area.
NOTE: For the standard graphics browser only.
<Esc> Moves to the previous page till you view the main screen. Pressing <Esc> in the main screen displays a message
that prompts you to save any unsaved changes and restarts the system.
<F1> Displays the System Setup help file.
System and setup password

Table 8. System and setup password
Password type Description
System password Password that you must enter to log on to your system.
Setup password Password that you must enter to access and make changes to the
BIOS settings of your computer.
You can create a system password and a setup password to secure your computer.
CAUTION: The password features provide a basic level of security for the data on your computer.
CAUTION: Anyone can access the data stored on your computer if it is not locked and left unattended.
NOTE: System and setup password feature is disabled.
Assigning a system setup password

You can assign a new System or Admin Password only when the status is in Not Set.
To enter the system setup, press F2 immediately after a power-on or re-boot.
1 In the System BIOS or System Setup screen, select Security and press Enter.
The Security screen is displayed.
2 Select System/Admin Password and create a password in the Enter the new password field.
Use the following guidelines to assign the system password:
• A password can have up to 32 characters.
• The password can contain the numbers 0 through 9.
• Only lower case letters are valid, upper case letters are not allowed.
• Only the following special characters are allowed: space, (”), (+), (,), (-), (.), (/), (;), ([), (\), (]), (`).
3 Type the system password that you entered earlier in the Confirm new password field and click OK.
4 Press Esc and a message prompts you to save the changes.
5 Press Y to save the changes.
The computer reboots.
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Deleting or changing an existing system setup password
Ensure that the Password Status is Unlocked (in the System Setup) before attempting to delete or change the existing System and/or
Setup password. You cannot delete or change an existing System or Setup password, if the Password Status is Locked.
To enter the System Setup, press F2 immediately after a power-on or reboot.
1 In the System BIOS or System Setup screen, select System Security and press Enter.
The System Security screen is displayed.
2 In the System Security screen, verify that Password Status is Unlocked.
3 Select System Password, alter or delete the existing system password and press Enter or Tab.
4 Select Setup Password, alter or delete the existing setup password and press Enter or Tab.
NOTE: If you change the System and/or Setup password, re-enter the new password when promoted. If you delete the
System and/or Setup password, confirm the deletion when promoted.
5 Press Esc and a message prompts you to save the changes.
6 Press Y to save the changes and exit from System Setup.
The computer reboot.
System Setup options

NOTE: Depending on the computer and its installed devices, the items listed in this section may or may not appear.
Table 9. General
Option Description
System Information Displays the following information:
• System Information: Displays BIOS Version, Service Tag, Asset Tag, Ownership Tag, Ownership
Date, Manufacture Date, and the Express Service Code.
• Memory Information: Displays Memory Installed, Memory Available, Memory Speed, Memory
Channel Mode, Memory Technology, DIMM 1 Size, and DIMM 2 Size, DIMM 3 Size, and DIMM
4 Size.
• PCI Information: Displays SLOT1, SLOT2, SLOT3, SLOT4, and SLOT5_M.2
• Processor Information: Displays Processor Type, Core Count, Processor ID, Current Clock
Speed, Minimum Clock Speed, Maximum Clock Speed, Processor L2 Cache, Processor L3
Cache, HT Capable, and 64-Bit Technology.
• Device Information: Displays SATA-0, SATA-1, SATA-2, SATA-3, SATA-4, M.2 PCIe SSD-0,
LOM MAC Address, Video Controller, and Audio Controller. .
Boot Sequence Allows you to specify the order in which the computer attempts to find an operating system from the
devices specified in this list.
• Legacy
• UEFI (selected by default)
Advanced Boot Options Allows you to select the Enable Legacy Option ROMs option, when in UEFI boot mode. By default,
this option is selected.
Date/Time Allows you to set the date and time settings. Changes to the system date and time take effect
immediately.
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Table 10. System Configuration
Option Description
Integrated NIC Allows you to control the on-board LAN controller. The option ‘Enable UEFI Network Stack’ is not
selected by default. The options are:
• Disabled
• Enabled
• Enabled w/PXE (default)
NOTE: Depending on the computer and its installed devices, the items listed in this section
may or may not appear.
SATA Operation Allows you to configure the operating mode of the integrated hard drive controller.
• Disabled = The SATA controllers are hidden

• RAID ON = SATA is configured to support RAID mode (selected by default)
• AHCI= SATA is configured for AHCI mode
Serial Port Allows you to determine how the built-in serial port to operate. The options are:
• Disabled
• COM 1 – Default setting
• COM 2
• COM 3
• COM 4
Drives Allows you to enable or disable the various drives on-board:
• SATA-0
• SATA-1
• SATA-2
• SATA-3
• SATA-4
Smart Reporting This field controls whether hard drive errors for integrated drives are reported during system startup.
The Enable Smart Reporting option is disabled by default.
USB Configuration Allows you to enable or disable the integrated USB controller for:
• Enable Boot Support

• Enable Front USB Ports
• Enable Rear USB Ports
All the options are enabled by default.
Front USB Configuration Allows you to enable or disable the front USB ports. All the ports are enabled by default.
Rear USB Configuration Allows you to enable or disable the back USB ports. All the ports are enabled by default.
USB PowerShare This option allows you to charge the external devices, such as mobile phones, music player. This
option is disabled by default.
Audio Allows you to enable or disable the integrated audio controller. The option Enable Audio is selected by
default.
• Enable Microphone
• Enable Internal Speaker
Both the options are selected by default.
Miscellaneous Allows you to enable or disable the various on-board devices.
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Option Description
• Enable PCI Slot (default option)

• Enable Media Card (default option)
• Disable Media Card
Table 11. Video

Option Description
Primary Display Allows you to select the primary display when multiple controllers are available in the system.
• Auto (default)
• Intel HD Graphics
NOTE: If you do not select Auto, the on-board graphics device will be present and enabled.
Table 12. Security

Option Description
Admin Password Allows you to set, change, and delete the admin password.
System Password Allows you to set, change, and delete the system password.
Internal HDD-0 Password Allows you to set, change, and delete the computer’s internal HDD.
Internal HDD-3 Password Allows you to set, change, and delete the computer’s internal HDD.
NOTE: HDD passwords are not available for PCI-e hard drives.
Strong Password This option lets you enable or disable strong passwords for the system.
Password Configuration Allows you to control the minimum and maximum number of characters allowed for a administrative
password and the system password. The range of characters is between 4 and 32.
Password Bypass This option lets you bypass the System (Boot) Password and the internal HDD password prompts
during a system restart.
• Disabled — Always prompt for the system and internal HDD password when they are set. This
option is selected by default.
• Reboot Bypass — Bypass the password prompts on Restarts (warm boots).
NOTE: The system will always prompt for the system and internal HDD passwords when
powered on from the off state (a cold boot). Also, the system will always prompt for
passwords on any module bay HDDs that may be present.
Password Change This option lets you determine whether changes to the System and Hard Disk passwords are
permitted when an administrator password is set.
Allow Non-Admin Password Changes - This option is enabled by default.
UEFI Capsule Firmware Updates This option controls whether this system allows BIOS updates via UEFI capsule update packages.
This option is selected by default. Disabling this option will block BIOS updates from services such as
Microsoft Windows Update and Linux Vendor Firmware Service (LVFS)
TPM 2.0 Security Allows you to control whether the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) is visible to the operating system.
• TPM On (default)
• Clear
• PPI Bypass for Enable Commands
• PPI Bypass for Disable Commands
• Attestation Enable (default)
• Key Storage Enable(default)
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Option Description
• SHA-256(default)
• Disabled
• Enabled (default)
Computrace This field lets you Activate or Disable the BIOS module interface of the optional Computrace Service
from Absolute Software. Enables or disables the optional Computrace service designed for asset
management.
• Deactivate - This option is selected by default.

• Disable
• Activate
Chassis Intrusion Allows you to control the chassis intrusion feature. You can set this option to:
• Enabled
• Disabled (default)
• On-Silent
CPU XD Support Allows you to enable or disable the Execute Disable mode of the processor. This option is enabled by
default.
OROM Keyboard Access This option determines whether users are able to enter Option ROM Configuration screens via
hotkeys during boot. Specifically, these settings are capable of preventing access to Intel RAID (CTRL
+I) or Intel Management Engine BIOS Extension (CTRL+P/F12).
• Enable (selected by default)— User may enter OROM configuration screens via the hotkey.
• One-Time Enable — User may enter OROM configuration screens via the hotkeys on next boot
only. After next boot, the setting will revert to disabled.
• Disable — User may not enter OROM configuration screens via the hotkey.
Admin Setup Lockout Allows you to enable or disable the option to enter Setup when an Administrative password is set.
This option is not set by default.
Table 13. Secure Boot

Option Description
Secure Boot Enable Allows you to enable or disable Secure Boot feature
• Disable (selected by default)

• Enable
Expert key Management Allows you to manipulate the security key databases only if the system is in Custom Mode. The
Enable Custom Mode option is disabled by default. The options are:
• PK (default)
• KEK
• db
• dbx
If you enable the Custom Mode, the relevant options for PK, KEK, db, and dbx appear. The
options are:
• Save to File- Saves the key to a user-selected file

• Replace from File- Replaces the current key with a key from a user-selected file
• Append from File- Adds a key to the current database from a user-selected file
• Delete- Deletes the selected key
• Reset All Keys- Resets to default setting
• Delete All Keys- Deletes all the keys
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Option Description
NOTE: If you disable the Custom Mode, all the changes made will be erased and the
keys will restore to default settings.
Table 14. Intel Software Guard Extensions
Option Description
Intel SGX Enable Allows you to enable or disable the Intel Software Guard Extensions to provide a secured
environment for running code/storing sensitive information in the context of the main operating
system.
• Disabled (default)
• Enabled
Enclave Memory Size Allows you to set the Intel SGX Enclave Reserve Memory Size.
• 32 MB
• 64 MB (Disabled by default)
• 128 MB (Disabled by default)
Table 15. Performance
Option Description
Multi Core Support This field specifies whether the process will have one or all cores
enabled. This option is enabled by default.
options:
• All (selected by default)

• 1
• 2
• 3
Intel SpeedStep Allows you to enable or disable the Intel SpeedStep mode of the
processor. This option is enabled by default.
C States Control Allows you to enable or disable additional processor sleep states.
This option is enabled by default.
Limited CPUID Value Allows you to limit the maximum value of the processor standard
CPUID function. This options is disable by default.
Intel TurboBoost Allows you to enable or disable the Intel TurboBoost mode of the
processor. This option is enabled by default.
Table 16. Power Management
Option Description
AC Recovery Determines how the system responds when AC power is re-applied after a power loss. You can set
the AC Recovery to:
• Power Off
• Power On
• Last Power State
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Option Description
This option is Power Off by default.
Auto On Time Sets time to automatically turn on the computer. Time is kept in standard 12-hour format
(hour:minutes:seconds). Change the startup time by typing the values in the time and AM/PM fields.
NOTE: This feature does not work if you turn off your computer using the switch on a
power strip or surge protector or if Auto Power is set to disabled.
Deep Sleep Control Allows you to define the controls when Deep Sleep is enabled.
• Disabled
• Enabled in S5 only
• Enabled in S4 and S5
This option is Enabled in S4 and S5 by default.

Fan Control Override Allows you to determine the speed of the system fan. When this option is enabled, the system fan
runs at the maximum speed. This option is disabled by default.
USB Wake Support Allows you to enable the USB devices to wake the computer from standby mode. The option "Enable
USB Wake Support" is selected by default
Wake on LAN/WWAN This option allows the computer to power up from the off state when triggered by a special LAN
signal. This feature only works when the computer is connected to AC power supply.
• Disabled - Does not allows the system to power on by special LAN signals when it receives a
wake-up signal from the LAN or wireless LAN.
• LAN or WLAN - Allows the system to be powered on by special LAN or wireless LAN signals.
• LAN Only - Allows the system to be powered on by special LAN signals.
• LAN with PXE Boot - A wakeup packet sent to the system in either the S4 or S5 state, that will
cause the system to wake-up and immediately boot to PXE.
• WLAN Only - Allows the system to be powered on by special WLAN signals.
This option is Disabled by default.

Block Sleep Allows you to block entering to sleep (S3 state) in OS environment. This option is disabled by default.
Intel Ready Mode Allows you to enable the capability of Intel Ready Mode Technology. This option is disabled by default.
Table 17. POST Behavior
Option Description
Numlock LED Allows you to enable or disable the Numlock feature when your computer starts. This option is
enabled by default.
Keyboard Errors Allows you to enable or disable the keyboard error reporting when the computer starts. This option is
disabled by default.
Fast Boot This option can speed up the boot process by bypassing some compatibility steps:
• Minimal — The system boots quickly, unless the BIOS has been updated, memory changed, or
the previous POST did not complete.
• Thorough — The system does not skip any steps in the boot process.
• Auto — This allows the operating system to control this setting (this works only when the
operating system supports Simple Boot Flag).
This option is set to Minimal by default.
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Table 18. Manageability
Option Description
USB provision This option is not selected by default.
MEBx Hotkey This option is selected by default.
Table 19. Virtualization Support
Option Description
Virtualization This option specifies whether a Virtual Machine Monitor (VMM) can utilize the additional hardware
capabilities provided by Intel® Virtualization Technology. Enable Intel Virtualization Technology -
VT for Direct I/O Enables or disables the Virtual Machine Monitor (VMM) from utilizing the additional hardware
capabilities provided by Intel® Virtualization technology for direct I/O. Enable VT for Direct I/O -
Table 20. Maintenance
Option Description
Service Tag Displays the Service Tag of your computer.
Asset Tag Allows you to create a system asset tag if an asset tag is not already set. This option is set by default.
SERR Messages Controls the SERR message mechanism. This option is set by default. Some graphics cards require
that the SERR message mechanism be disabled.
BIOS Downgrade Allows you to control flashing of the system firmware to the previous versions. This option is enabled
by default.
NOTE: If this option is not selected, the flashing of the system firmware to the previous
versions is blocked.
Data Wipe Allows you to securely erase the data from all the available internal storages, such as HDD, SSD,
mSATA, and eMMC. The option Wipe on Next Boot is disabled by default.
BIOS recovery Allows you to recover the corrupted BIOS conditions from the recovery files on the primary hard
drive. The option BIOS Recovery from Hard Drive is selected by default
Table 21. System Logs
Option Description
BIOS Events Displays the system event log and allows you to:
• Clear Log
• Mark all Entries
Table 22. Advanced configurations
Option Description
ASPM Allows you to activate the state power management.
• Auto (Default)
• Disabled
• L1 Only
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Updating the BIOS in Windows
It is recommended to update your BIOS (System Setup), when you replace the system board or if an update is available.
NOTE: If BitLocker is enabled, it must be suspended prior to updating the system BIOS, and then re-enabled after the BIOS
update is completed.
1 Restart the computer.

2 Go to Dell.com/support.
• Enter the Service Tag or Express Service Code and click Submit.
• Click Detect Product and follow the instructions on screen.
3 If you are unable to detect or find the Service Tag, click Choose from all products.
4 Choose the Products category from the list.
NOTE: Choose the appropriate category to reach the product page

5 Select your computer model and the Product Support page of your computer appears.
6 Click Get drivers and click Drivers and Downloads.
The Drivers and Downloads section opens.
7 Click Find it myself.
8 Click BIOS to view the BIOS versions.
9 Identify the latest BIOS file and click Download.
10 Select your preferred download method in the Please select your download method below window, click Download File.
The File Download window appears.
11 Click Save to save the file on your computer.
12 Click Run to install the updated BIOS settings on your computer.
Follow the instructions on the screen.
Updating your system BIOS using a USB flash drive

If the system cannot load into Windows but there is still a need to update the BIOS, download the BIOS file using another system and save
it to a bootable USB Flash Drive.
NOTE: You will need to use a bootable USB Flash drive. Please refer to the following article for further details: http://
www.dell.com/support/article/sln143196
1 Download the BIOS update .EXE file to another system.

2 Copy the file e.g. O9010A12.EXE onto the bootable USB Flash drive.
3 Insert the USB Flash drive into the system that requires the BIOS update.
4 Restart the system and press F12 when the Dell Splash logo appears to display the One Time Boot Menu.
5 Using arrow keys, select USB Storage Device and click Return.
6 The system will boot to a Diag C:\> prompt.
7 Run the file by typing the full filename e.g. O9010A12.exe and press Return.
8 The BIOS Update Utility will load, follow the instructions on screen.
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Figure 1. DOS BIOS Update Screen
Enabling smart power on

To enable Smart Power On and the ability to wake a system from S3, S4, and S5 sleep states with a move of a mouse or press of a key on
the keyboard, perform these steps:
1 Make sure the following BIOS settings under Power Management setup option are set as mentioned here:
• USB Wake Support as Enabled.
• Deep Sleep Control as Disabled.
2 Connect a keyboard, mouse, or wireless USB dongle to the Smart Power On USB port(s) on the back of your system.
3 Disable Fast Startup in the Operating System:
a Search and open Power options in the Start Menu.
b Click Choose what the power buttons do on the left side of the window.
c Under Shutdown settings, make sure Turn on fast startup is disabled.
4 Reboot your system so the changes can take effect. The next time when your system goes to sleep or is shut down, any use of the
mouse or keyboard will wake it up.
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Software
Supported operating systems
The following list shows supported operating systems:
Table 23. Supported operating system

Supported operating systems Operating System Description
Microsoft Windows
• Microsoft Windows 10 Home (64-bit)
• Microsoft Windows 10 (64-bit) Professional
• Microsoft Windows 7 (32/64 bit) Professional
NOTE: Microsoft Windows 7 is not supported with the

Intel 7th Generation processors.
Other
• Ubuntu 16.04 LTS
• Neokylin V6.0
OS Media Support
• Optional RDVD drive
Downloading drivers
1 Turn on the computer.
3 Click Product Support, enter the Service Tag of your computer, and then click Submit.
NOTE: If you do not have the Service Tag, use the auto detect feature or manually browse for your computer model.
4 Click Drivers and Downloads.
5 Select the operating system installed on your computer.
6 Scroll down the page and select the driver to install.
7 Click Download File to download the driver for your computer.
8 Navigate to the folder where you saved the driver file, after the download is complete.
9 Double-click the driver file icon and follow the instructions on the screen.
Downloading the chipset driver

NOTE: If you do not have the Service Tag, use the autodetect feature or manually browse for your computer model.
5 Select the operating system installed in your computer.
6 Scroll down the page, expand Chipset, and select your chipset driver.
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7 Click Download File to download the latest version of the chipset driver for your computer.
8 After the download is complete, navigate to the folder where you saved the driver file.
9 Double-click the chipset driver file icon and follow the instructions on the screen.
Intel chipset drivers

Verify if the Intel chipset drivers are already installed in the computer.
NOTE: Click Start > Control Panel > Device Manager
or
In Search the web and Windows, type Device Manager
Table 24. Intel chipset drivers

Before installation After installation
Downloading graphic drivers

NOTE: If you do not have the Service Tag, use the auto detect feature or manually browse for your computer model.
5 Click Find it myself tab.
6 Select the operating system installed on your computer.
7 Scroll down the page and select the graphic driver to install.
8 Click Download File to download the graphic driver for your computer.
9 After the download is complete, navigate to the folder where you saved the graphic driver file.
10 Double-click the graphic driver file icon and follow the instructions on the screen.
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Intel HD Graphics drivers
Verify if the Intel HD Graphics drivers are already installed in the computer.
NOTE: Click Start > Control Panel > Device Manager.
or
Tap Search the web and Windows and type Device Manager
Table 25. Intel HD Graphics drivers
Before installation After installation
Intel Wi-Fi and Bluetooth drivers

In the Device Manager, check if the network card driver is installed. Install the driver updates from dell.com/support.
In the Device Manager, check if the Bluetooth driver is installed. Install the driver updates from
dell.com/support.
Downloading the Wi-Fi driver

2 Go to dell.com/support.
3 Click Product Support, enter the Service Tag of your computer and click Submit.
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NOTE: If you do not have the Service Tag, use the auto-detect feature or manually browse for your computer model.
4 Click Drivers & downloads > Find it myself.
5 Scroll down the page and expand Network.
6 Click Download to download the Wi-Fi driver for your computer.
7 After the download is complete, navigate to the folder where you saved the Wi-Fi driver file.
8 Double-click the driver file icon and follow the instructions on the screen.
Realtek HD audio drivers

Verify if the Realtek audio drivers are already installed in the computer.
Table 26. Realtek HD audio drivers
Downloading the audio driver

2 Go to dell.com/support.
3 Click Product support, enter the Service Tag of your computer, and then click Submit.
NOTE: If you do not have the Service Tag, use the auto-detect feature or manually browse for your computer model.
4 Click Drivers & downloads > Find it myself.
5 Scroll down the page and expand Audio.
6 Click Download to download the audio driver.
7 Save the file, and after the download is complete, navigate to the folder where you saved the audio driver file.
8 Double-click the audio driver file icon and follow the instructions on the screen to install the driver.
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Troubleshooting your computer
You can troubleshoot your computer using indicators like diagnostic lights, and error messages during the operation of the computer.
Diagnostic and Power LED codes

Table 27. Power LED states
Power LED light status Possible cause Troubleshooting steps

Off The computer is either turned • Re-seat the power cable in
off or is not receiving power or in the power connector on the
Hibernation mode. back of the computer and
the electrical outlet.
• If the computer is plugged
into a power strip, ensure
that the power strip is
plugged into an electrical
outlet and is turned on. Also,
bypass power protection
devices, power strips, and
power extension cables to
verify that the computer
turns on properly.
• Ensure the electrical outlet is
working by testing it with
another device, such as a
lamp.
Steady/blinking amber Computer fails to complete • Remove and reinstall any

POST or processor failure. cards.
• Remove and reinstall the
graphics card, if applicable.
• Ensure the power cable is
connected to the system
board and processor.
Blinking white light Computer is in sleep mode. • Press the power button to
bring the computer out of
the sleep mode.
• Ensure all power cables are
securely connected to the
system board.
• Ensure the main power cable
and front panel cable are
connected to the system
board.
Steady white The computer is fully functional If the computer is not

and in the On state. responding, do the following:
• Ensure the display is

connected and turned on.
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Power LED light status Possible cause Troubleshooting steps
• If the display is connected

and turned on, listen for a
beep code.
NOTE: Amber LED blinking pattern : The pattern is 2 or 3 blinks followed by a short pause then X number of blinks up to 7. The
repeated pattern has a long pause inserted in the middle. Example 2,3 = 2 amber blinks, short pause, 3 amber blinks followed by
long pause then repeats.
Table 28. Diagnostic power LED codes
State State Name Blinking Amber Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution
- - 2 blinks > short pause > Bad Motherboard Replace the motherboard
1 blink > long pause >

repeats
- - 2 blinks > short pause > Bad Motherboard, Power If customer can assist to
Supply or Power Supply troubleshoot, narrow
2 blinks > long pause > down the issue with PSU
cabling
repeats BIST Test, reseat cable.
If nothing works, replace

the motherboard, power
supply or cabling
- - 2 blinks > short pause > Bad Motherboard, If customer can assist to
Memory or Processor troubleshoot, narrow
3 blinks > long pause > down the issue by
repeats reseating memory and
swapping an available
known good memory.

the motherboard,
memory or processor
- - 2 blinks > short pause > Bad coin cell battery If customer can assist to
troubleshoot, narrow
repeats swapping a known good
coin cell battery if
available.

the coin cell battery
S1 RCM 2 blinks > short pause > BIOS Checksum Failure System is in Recovery
Mode.
5 blinks > long pause >
repeats Flash latest BIOS version.
If problem persists,
replace the motherboard
S2 CPU 2 blinks > short pause > Bad Processor CPU configuration
activity is in progress or a
CPU failure was
repeats
detected. Replace the
processor
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S3 MEM 2 blinks > short pause > Memory failures Memory subsystem
configuration activity is in
7 blinks > long pause > progress. Appropriate
repeats memory modules were
detected but a memory
failure has occurred.
If customer can assist to

down the issue with
reseating memory and
swapping a known good
memory if available.

the memory.
S4 PCI 3 blinks > short pause > PCIe Device or Video PCIe device configuration
subsystem failures activity is in progress or
1 blinks > long pause > PCIe device failure was
repeats detected.

down the issue by
reseating PCIe card and
removing one by one to
determine which card
failed.
If identified the PCIe card

failed, replace the PCIe
Card.
If none of the PCIe Cards

failed, replace the
motherboard.
S5 VID 3 blinks > short pause > Video Subsystem failure Video subsystem
configuration activity in
2 blinks > long pause > progress or video
repeats subsystem failure.

down the issue by
removing one by one to
determine which card
failed.
If identified the card

failed, replace the card.
If none of the card failed,

replace the motherboard.
S6 STO 3 blinks > short pause > No Memory detected If customer can assist to
repeats removing one by one
memory to determine
which one failed and
swapping to a known

good memory if available
to confirm.
If identified the memory

failed, replace the
memory.
If none of the memory

failed, replace the
motherboard.
S7 USB 3 blinks > short pause > Storage Subsystem Possible storage device
failure configuration in progress
4 blinks > long pause > or storage subsystem
repeats failure.

down the issue by
removing one by one
storages on motherboard
to determine which one
failed.
If identified the storage

failed, replace the
storage.
If identified the storage

failed, replace the
storage.
S8 MEM 3 blinks > short pause > Memory configuration or Memory subsystem
incompatible error configuration activity is in
5 blinks > long pause > progress. No memory
repeats modules were detected.

down the issue by
removing one by one the
memory on motherboard
failed. Also, combining
the configuration to
validate appropriate
combination.
If identified the
component failed, replace
the component.
If none of the component

failed, replace the
motherboard.
S9 MBF 3 blinks > short pause > System board failure Fatal system board failure
detected.
repeats If customer can assist to
down the issue by

component on
motherboard to
determine which one
failed.
If identified any of the

component failed, replace
the component.
If none of the component

failed, replace the
motherboard.
S10 MEM 3 blinks > short pause > Possible memory failure Memory subsystem
configuration activity is in
7 blinks > long pause > progress. Memory
repeats modules have been
detected but appear to
be incompatible or in an
invalid configuration.

down the issue by
memory on motherboard
failed.
If identified the memory

failed, replace the
memory.
If else, replace the

motherboard.
WARNING: The power LED only serve as an indicator of the progress through the POST process. These LEDs do not indicate the
problem that caused the POST routine to stop
Power LED issue

Power LED is not flashing amber on ChengMing 3977 and Optiplex D8 and OptiPlex D8 AIO platforms.
ChengMing 3977 and OptiPlex D8 and D8 AIO platforms without processor installed or when processor power cable is not connected; it
may not have the power LED flashing amber as the diagnostic indicator. The BIOS behavior specification defines that:
1 If no processor is installed in the system, the power LED should flash amber in pattern of 2-3
2 If no processor cable is connected in the system, the power LED should flash amber in pattern of 2-2
Do not replace any hardware, it works as per the design. With the Boot guard (BtG) feature of Intel ME11.6, when processor power or
processor is missing, then the system will shut down.
Affected Platforms:
• ChengMing 3977
• OptiPlex 3050/5050/7050
• OptiPlex 3050 AIO/5250 AIO/7450 AIO

Dell Enhanced Pre-Boot System Assessment — ePSA
Diagnostic 3.0
You can invoke the ePSA diagnostics by either of the following ways :
• Press the F12 key when the system posts and choose ePSA or Diagnostics option on One Time Boot Menu.
• Press and hold Fn(Function key on keyboard) and Power On (PWR) the system.
Running the ePSA Diagnostics

Invoke diagnostics boot by either of the methods that are suggested below:
1 Power on the computer.

2 As the computer boots, press the F12 key when the Dell logo is displayed.
3 In the boot menu screen, use Up/Down arrow key to select the Diagnostics option and then press Enter.
NOTE: The Enhanced Pre-boot System Assessment window displays, listing all devices detected in the computer. The
diagnostics starts running the tests on all the detected devices.
4 Press the arrow in the lower-right corner to go to the page listing.
The detected items are listed and tested.
5 To run a diagnostic test on a specific device, press Esc and click Yes to stop the diagnostic test.
6 Select the device from the left pane and click Run Tests.
7 If there are any issues, error codes are displayed.
Note the error code and contact Dell.
or
8 Shut down the computer.
9 Press and hold the Fn key, while pressing the power button, and then release both.
10 Repeat steps 3–7 above.
Diagnostic error messages

Table 29. Diagnostic error messages
Error messages Description

AUXILIARY DEVICE FAILURE The touchpad or external mouse may be faulty. For an external
mouse, check the cable connection. Enable the Pointing Device
option in the System Setup program.
BAD COMMAND OR FILE NAME Ensure that you have spelled the command correctly, put spaces in
the proper place, and used the correct path name.
CACHE DISABLED DUE TO FAILURE The primary cache internal to the microprocessor has failed.
Contact Dell
CD DRIVE CONTROLLER FAILURE The optical drive does not respond to commands from the
computer.
DATA ERROR The hard drive cannot read the data.
DECREASING AVAILABLE MEMORY One or more memory modules may be faulty or improperly seated.
Reinstall the memory modules or, if necessary, replace them.

DISK C: FAILED INITIALIZATION The hard drive failed initialization. Run the hard drive tests in Dell
Diagnostics.
DRIVE NOT READY The operation requires a hard drive in the bay before it can
continue. Install a hard drive in the hard drive bay.
ERROR READING PCMCIA CARD The computer cannot identify the ExpressCard. Reinsert the card
or try another card.
EXTENDED MEMORY SIZE HAS CHANGED The amount of memory recorded in non-volatile memory (NVRAM)
does not match the memory module installed in the computer.
Restart the computer. If the error appears again, Contact Dell
THE FILE BEING COPIED IS TOO LARGE FOR THE The file that you are trying to copy is too large to fit on the disk, or
DESTINATION DRIVE the disk is full. Try copying the file to a different disk or use a larger
capacity disk.
A FILENAME CANNOT CONTAIN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING Do not use these characters in filenames.
CHARACTERS: \ / : * ? " < > | -
GATE A20 FAILURE A memory module may be loose. Reinstall the memory module or, if
necessary, replace it.
GENERAL FAILURE The operating system is unable to carry out the command. The
message is usually followed by specific information. For example,
Printer out of paper. Take the appropriate
action.
HARD-DISK DRIVE CONFIGURATION ERROR The computer cannot identify the drive type. Shut down the
computer, remove the hard drive, and boot the computer from an
optical drive. Then, shut down the computer, reinstall the hard
drive, and restart the computer. Run the Hard Disk Drive tests in
Dell Diagnostics.
HARD-DISK DRIVE CONTROLLER FAILURE 0 The hard drive does not respond to commands from the computer.
Shut down the computer, remove the hard drive, and boot the
computer from an optical drive. Then, shut down the computer,
reinstall the hard drive, and restart the computer. If the problem
persists, try another drive. Run the Hard Disk Drive tests in Dell
Diagnostics.
HARD-DISK DRIVE FAILURE The hard drive does not respond to commands from the computer.
Shut down the computer, remove the hard drive, and boot the
computer from an optical drive. Then, shut down the computer,
reinstall the hard drive, and restart the computer. If the problem
persists, try another drive. Run the Hard Disk Drive tests in Dell
Diagnostics.
HARD-DISK DRIVE READ FAILURE The hard drive may be defective. Shut down the computer, remove
the hard drive, and boot the computer from an optical. Then, shut
down the computer, reinstall the hard drive, and restart the
computer. If the problem persists, try another drive. Run the Hard
Disk Drive tests in Dell Diagnostics.
INSERT BOOTABLE MEDIA The operating system is trying to boot to non-bootable media, such
as an optical drive. Insert bootable media.
INVALID CONFIGURATION INFORMATION-PLEASE RUN The system configuration information does not match the hardware
SYSTEM SETUP PROGRAM configuration. The message is most likely to occur after a memory
module is installed. Correct the appropriate options in the system
setup program.

KEYBOARD CLOCK LINE FAILURE For external keyboards, check the cable connection. Run the
Keyboard Controller test in Dell Diagnostics.
KEYBOARD CONTROLLER FAILURE For external keyboards, check the cable connection. Restart the
computer, and avoid touching the keyboard or the mouse during the
boot routine. Run the Keyboard Controller test in Dell Diagnostics.
KEYBOARD DATA LINE FAILURE For external keyboards, check the cable connection. Run the
Keyboard Controller test in Dell Diagnostics.
KEYBOARD STUCK KEY FAILURE For external keyboards or keypads, check the cable connection.
Restart the computer, and avoid touching the keyboard or keys
during the boot routine. Run the Stuck Key test in Dell
Diagnostics.
LICENSED CONTENT IS NOT ACCESSIBLE IN Dell MediaDirect cannot verify the Digital Rights Management
MEDIADIRECT (DRM) restrictions on the file, so the file cannot be played.
MEMORY ADDRESS LINE FAILURE AT ADDRESS, READ A memory module may be faulty or improperly seated. Reinstall the
VALUE EXPECTING VALUE memory module or, if necessary, replace it.
MEMORY ALLOCATION ERROR The software you are attempting to run is conflicting with the
operating system, another program, or a utility. Shut down the
computer, wait for 30 seconds, and then restart it. Run the program
again. If the error message still appears, see the software
documentation.
MEMORY DOUBLE WORD LOGIC FAILURE AT ADDRESS, A memory module may be faulty or improperly seated. Reinstall the
READ VALUE EXPECTING VALUE memory module or, if necessary, replace it.
MEMORY ODD/EVEN LOGIC FAILURE AT ADDRESS, READ A memory module may be faulty or improperly seated. Reinstall the
MEMORY WRITE/READ FAILURE AT ADDRESS, READ A memory module may be faulty or improperly seated. Reinstall the
NO BOOT DEVICE AVAILABLE The computer cannot find the hard drive. If the hard drive is your
boot device, ensure that the drive is installed, properly seated, and
partitioned as a boot device.
NO BOOT SECTOR ON HARD DRIVE The operating system may be corrupted, Contact Dell.
NO TIMER TICK INTERRUPT A chip on the system board may be malfunctioning. Run the
System Set tests in Dell Diagnostics.
NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. EXIT SOME You have too many programs open. Close all windows and open the
PROGRAMS AND TRY AGAIN program that you want to use.
OPERATING SYSTEM NOT FOUND Reinstall the operating system. If the problem persists, Contact
Dell.
OPTIONAL ROM BAD CHECKSUM The optional ROM has failed. Contact Dell.
SECTOR NOT FOUND The operating system cannot locate a sector on the hard drive. You
may have a defective sector or corrupted File Allocation Table (FAT)
on the hard drive. Run the Windows error-checking utility to check
the file structure on the hard drive. See Windows Help and
Support for instructions (click Start > Help and Support). If a large
number of sectors are defective, back up the data (if possible), and
then format the hard drive.
SEEK ERROR The operating system cannot find a specific track on the hard drive.

SHUTDOWN FAILURE A chip on the system board may be malfunctioning. Run the
System Set tests in Dell Diagnostics. If the message reappears,
Contact Dell.
TIME-OF-DAY CLOCK LOST POWER System configuration settings are corrupted. Connect your
computer to an electrical outlet to charge the battery. If the
problem persists, try to restore the data by entering the System
Setup program, then immediately exit the program. If the message
reappears, Contact Dell.
TIME-OF-DAY CLOCK STOPPED The reserve battery that supports the system configuration settings
may require recharging. Connect your computer to an electrical
outlet to charge the battery. If the problem persists, Contact Dell.
TIME-OF-DAY NOT SET-PLEASE RUN THE SYSTEM SETUP The time or date stored in the system setup program does not
PROGRAM match the system clock. Correct the settings for the Date and
Time options.
TIMER CHIP COUNTER 2 FAILED A chip on the system board may be malfunctioning. Run the
System Set tests in Dell Diagnostics.
UNEXPECTED INTERRUPT IN PROTECTED MODE The keyboard controller may be malfunctioning, or a memory
module may be loose. Run the System Memory tests and the
Keyboard Controller test in Dell Diagnostics or Contact Dell.
X:\ IS NOT ACCESSIBLE. THE DEVICE IS NOT READY Insert a disk into the drive and try again.
System error messages

Table 30. System error messages
System message Description

Alert! Previous attempts at booting this system The computer failed to complete the boot routine three consecutive
have failed at checkpoint [nnnn]. For help in times for the same error.
resolving this problem, please note this
checkpoint and contact Dell Technical Support
CMOS checksum error RTC is reset, BIOS Setup default has been loaded.
CPU fan failure CPU fan has failed.
System fan failure System fan has failed.
Hard-disk drive failure Possible hard disk drive failure during POST.
Keyboard failure Keyboard failure or loose cable. If reseating the cable does not solve
the problem, replace the keyboard.
No boot device available No bootable partition on hard disk drive, the hard disk drive cable is
loose, or no bootable device exists.
• If the hard drive is your boot device, ensure that the cables are
connected and that the drive is installed properly and
partitioned as a boot device.
• Enter system setup and ensure that the boot sequence
information is correct.
No timer tick interrupt A chip on the system board might be malfunctioning or

motherboard failure.

System message Description
NOTICE - Hard Drive SELF MONITORING SYSTEM has S.M.A.R.T error, possible hard disk drive failure.
reported that a parameter has exceeded its
normal operating range. Dell recommends that
you back up your data regularly. A parameter
out of range may or may not indicate a
potential hard drive problem
Power Supply Unit (PSU) Built-in Self Test (BIST)

This system supports a new Power Supply Unit (PSU) Built-in Self Test (BIST). BIST can now be performed by simply connecting the AC
power cord to the PSU.
Troubleshooting with BIST

1 Turn off the system.
2 Disconnect the power cord from the PSU, and wait for 15 seconds.
3 After 15 seconds, connect the power cord back to the PSU.
• If the LED stays on for 3 seconds and turns off, it indicates that the PSU is functional. Continue with troubleshooting steps for
other devices.
• If the LED does not turns on, it indicates a hardware failure. The failed component can be PSU, system board, or any other device.
Steps to confirm that PSU is defective

1 Disconnect the power cord from the PSU.
CAUTION: Ensure that you take adequate safety precautions before accessing the internal components of your system.
See the disassembly instructions in the Service Manual for procedure to access the PSU and its cables.
2 Disconnect the PSU cables from the system board.
3 Connect the power cord to the PSU.
• If the LED stays on for 3 seconds and turns off, it indicates that the PSU is functional. Continue with troubleshooting steps for
other devices.
• If the LED does not turns on, it indicates a PSU failure. Dispatch PSU only.

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Technical specifications
NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer in:
• Windows 10, click or tap Start > Settings > System > About.
Topics:
• Processor specifications
• Memory specifications
• Video specifications
• Audio specifications
• Communication specifications
• Storage specifications
• Ports and connectors specifications
• Power supply specifications
• Physical dimension specifications
• System board layout
• Controls and lights specifications
• Environmental specifications
Processor specifications
OptiPlex 3050 systems are shipped with Intel 6th generation and 7th generation core processor technology.
NOTE: The clock speed and performance varies depending on the workload and other variables. Total cache up to 8 MB cache
depending on processor type.
Feature Specification
Processor type
• Intel Core i3-6100 (DC/3MB/4T/3.7GHz/65W)
• Intel Core i5-6400 (QC/6MB/4T/2.7GHz/65W)
• Intel Pentium G4400 (DC/3MB/2T/3.3GHz/65W)
• Intel Celeron G3900 (DC/2MB/2T/2.8GHz/65W)
• Intel Celeron G3930 (DC/2MB/2T/2.9GHz/65W)
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Memory specifications
Type 2133 MHz / 2400 MHz
NOTE: 2133 MHz is applicable only for 6th Generation processors.
Connectors Two DDR4 UDIMM slots
Memory capacity 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB

per slot
Minimum Memory 2 GB
Maximum Memory 32 GB
Video specifications
Video Controller - For Intel 7th generation processors:
Integrated
• Intel HD 630 Graphics [with 7th Generation Core i3/i5/i7 CPU-GPU combo]
• Intel HD 610 Graphics [with 7th Generation Celeron, Pentium CPU-GPU combo]
For Intel 6th generation processors:
• Intel HD 530 [with 6th Generation Core i3/i5/i7 CPU-GPU combo]

• Intel HD 510 Graphics [with 6th Generation Celeron, Pentium CPU-GPU combo]
Video Controller -
Discrete • 1 GB AMD Radeon R5 430 (optional)
• 2 GB AMD Radeon R5 430 (optional)
• 4 GB AMD Radeon R7 450 (optional)
Audio specifications
Controller Realtek ALC3234 High Definition Audio Codec (integrated, supports multiple streaming)
Internal speaker Integrated

amplifier
Communication specifications
• Realtek RTL8111HSD-CG Gigabit Ethernet LAN 10/100/1000 controller combines a triple-speed IEEE 802.3 compliant Media Access
Controller (MAC) with a triple-speed Ethernet transceiver, PCI Express bus controller, and embedded memory.
• Intel Dual-Band Wireless-AC 8265 Wi-Fi + BT 4.2 Wireless Card (2x2), MU-MIMO-optional
• Intel Dual-Band Wireless-AC 3165 Wi-Fi + BT 4.2 Wireless Card (1x1)-optional
• Qualcomm QCA61x4A (DW1820)-for Brazil only
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Storage specifications
Drive Up to two 2.5-inch HDD/SSD
SSD one M.2 PCIe SSD
Optical drive one slim drive
SD card one
Ports and connectors specifications

Table 31. Ports and connectors
Front I/O ports Universal audio jack One
USB 3.1 Gen 1 Two
USB 2.0 Two
Rear I/O ports USB 3.1 Gen 1 Two
USB 2.0 Two
Line out One
HDMI Port One
DisplayPort One
Network port RJ-45 One
Power connector port One
VGA port One (optional)
PS/2 Two (optional)
Serial/Parallel One (optional)
Power supply specifications

Type 240 W
Frequency 47 Hz - 63 Hz
Voltage 90 VAC - 264 VAC
Input current 4A/2A
Coin cell battery 3 V CR2032 lithium coin cell
Physical dimension specifications

Height 350.52 mm (13.8 inches)
Width 154. mm (6.1 inches)
Depth 274.32 mm (10.8 inches)
Weight 7.93 kg (17.49 lb)
System board layout
NOTE: All pictures shown are for illustration purposes only. Actual product may vary depending on product model, configuration,
features and/or product enhancements
1 PCIe X1 connector (slot4) 2 PCIe X1 connector (slot3)
3 PCIe X16 connector (slot2) 4 PCI-eX1 connector (slot 1)
5 VGA Daughter Board connector (VGA) 6 PS/2 Serial port connector
7 System fan connector 8 Intrusion switch connector
9 Processor 10 CPU power connector
11 CPU fan connector 12 Coin cell battery
13 Memory module connectors 14 Card reader connector
15 Power switch connector 16 M.2 SSD connector
17 SATA 1 connector 18 SATA 2 connector
19 Speaker connector 20 ATX power connector
21 HDD and ODD power connector 22 SATA 0 connector
23 CMOS_CLR/Password/Service_Mode Jumper
Controls and lights specifications

Power button light White light — Solid white light indicates power-on state; blinking white light indicates sleep state of the computer.
Hard Drive activity White light — Blinking white light indicates that the computer is reading data from or writing data to the hard
light drive.
Back panel:
Link integrity light on Green — a good 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps connection exists between the network and the computer.
integrated network Orange — a good 1000 Mbps connection exists between the network and the computer.
adapter :
Off (no light) — the computer is not detecting a physical connection to the network.
Network activity Yellow light — A blinking yellow light indicates that network activity is present.
light on integrated
network adapter
Power supply Green light — The power supply is turned on and is functional. The power cable must be connected to the power
diagnostic light connector (at the back of the computer) and the electrical outlet.
Environmental specifications
Temperature Specifications
Operating 0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F)
Storage –40°C to 65°C (–40°F to 149°F)
Relative humidity Specifications

(maximum)
Operating 10 % to 90 % (non condensing)
Storage 5 % to 95 % (non condensing)
Maximum Specifications
vibration:
Operating 0.66 GRMS
Storage 1.30 GRMS
Maximum shock: Specifications

Operating 110 G
Storage 160 G
Altitude Specifications
(maximum)
Operating –15.2 m to 3048 m (–50 to 10,000 ft)
Storage –15.20 m to 10,668 m (–50 ft to 35,000 ft)
Airborne G2 or lower as defined by ANSI/ISA-S71.04-1985
contaminant level
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bill, or Dell product catalog.
Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. Availability varies by country and product, and some services
may not be available in your area. To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues:
2 Select your support category.
3 Verify your country or region in the Choose a Country/Region drop-down list at the bottom of the page.
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1 Working on your computer............................................................................................................................. 7

2 Disassembly and reassembly..........................................................................................................................9

3 M.2 Intel Optane Memory Module 16 GB..................................................................................................... 57

4 Technology and components........................................................................................................................62

7 Troubleshooting your computer....................................................................................................................82

Before working inside your computer

1 Ensure that you follow the Safety Instruction.

Turning off your computer

Working on your computer 7

2 Click or tap and then click or tap Shut down.

Turning off your computer — Windows 7

After working inside your computer

1 Connect any telephone or network cables to your computer.

8 Working on your computer

Disassembly and reassembly 9

10 Disassembly and reassembly

Disassembly and reassembly 11

Opening the front panel door

12 Disassembly and reassembly

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14 Disassembly and reassembly

Disassembly and reassembly 15

Removing the 2.5–inch drive assembly

16 Disassembly and reassembly

Removing the 2.5–inch drive from the drive bracket

Disassembly and reassembly 17

Installing the 2.5-inch drive assembly

18 Disassembly and reassembly

Disassembly and reassembly 19

M.2 PCIe SSD

20 Disassembly and reassembly

Installing optional M.2 PCIe SSD

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22 Disassembly and reassembly

Installing memory module

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24 Disassembly and reassembly

Installing PCIe expansion card

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26 Disassembly and reassembly

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Installing intrusion switch

40 Disassembly and reassembly

5 Pull the power switch out from the computer.

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