Dell Dimension 8250 Series Manual 

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Contents

Back to Contents PageAdding and Replacing PartsDell™ Dimension™ 8250 SeriesTurning Off the Computer1. Save and close any open files and exit any open programs.2. Click the Start button and then click Turn off Computer.3. Click Turn off.The computer automatically turns off after the shutdown process finishes.4. Turn off your monitor and any other devices connected to power.Reattaching the Front Door and Hinge ArmsTo prevent damage to your computer, the front door is designed to "break away" if it is lifted up too far. If the front door breaks away, you might need toreattach both the front door and the hinge arms.Reattaching the Front Door1. Shut down the computer through the Start menu.2. Lower the hinge arms to the vertical position.3. Align the two clips on the inside of the front door with the two hinge arms.4. Press inward on the front door until it clips to both hinge arms.Reattaching the Hinge ArmsTurning Off the ComputerReattaching the Front Door and Hinge ArmsOpening the Computer CoverInstalling and Removing CardsAdding MemoryAdding or Replacing the AGP CardDrivesHard DriveFront-Panel InsertsFloppy DriveCD/DVD DriveReplacing the MicroprocessorRemoving the Front I/O PanelPower SupplySystem BoardClosing the Computer CoverNOTICE: To prevent data loss, you must turn off your computer through the Start menu rather than by pressing the power button.HINT: If you are having difficulty turning off your computer, see "General Problems."