ixAbout This GuideThis guide is intended for anyone who uses a Dell Dimension L Series cSeries computersystem. It can be used by both first-time and experienced computer users who wantto learn about the features and operation of the systems or who want to upgradetheir computers. The chapters and appendixes are summarized as follows:• Chapter 1, “Introduction,” provides an overview of the system features and infor-mation on preventive maintenance to protect the computer.• Chapter 2, “Installing Upgrades on the System Board,” provides information onBoard,” provides information onperforming various upgrades, such as installing additional memory. The chapterincludes a basic orientation to internal features of the computer.• Chapter 3, “Installing Drives,” provides instructions on how to install and removedrives.• Chapter 4, “Basic Troubleshooting,” contains checklists to use before calling Dellfor technical assistance.• Chapter 5, “Software Solutions,” has information on using audio utilities and5, “Software Solutions,” has information on using audio utilities andreinstalling software.• Chapter 6, “Checking Inside Your Computer,” presents troubleshooting proce-dures for system components such as expansion cards, memory, and drives.• Chapter 7, “Getting Help,” provides information on obtaining technical assis-7, “Getting Help,” provides information on obtaining technical assis-tance. Users who have been unable to resolve problems using thetroubleshooting information provided in this guide can refer to this chapter.• Appendix A, “System Specifications,” is supplemental reference material.• Appendix B, “System Setup Program,” describes the system setup programB, “System Setup Program,” describes the system setup programused for checking and changing system configuration data.• Appendix C, “Diagnostic Codes, Beep Codes, and System Messages,” docu-ments status and error messages generated during system start-up. Included arepossible causes and corrective actions.ve actions.• Appendix D, “Regulatory Notices,” provides regulatory information on the system.• Appendix E, “Limited Warranty and Return Policy,” describes the warranty forPolicy,” describes the warranty foryour Dell system, the “Total Satisfaction” Return Policy.
