Back to Contents PageSolving ProblemsDell™ OptiPlex™ GX280 Systems User's GuideBattery ProblemsFill out the Diagnostics Checklist as you complete these checks.Drive ProblemsFill out the Diagnostics Checklist as you complete these checks.CD and DVD drive problemsBattery ProblemsDrive ProblemsKeyboard ProblemsLockups and Software ProblemsMemory ProblemsMouse ProblemsNetwork ProblemsPower ProblemsPrinter ProblemsRestoring Default SettingsSerial or Parallel Device ProblemsSound and Speaker ProblemsVideo and Monitor ProblemsCAUTION: There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent typerecommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.Replace the battery — If you have to repeatedly reset time and date information after turning on the computer, or if an incorrect time ordate displays during start-up, replace the battery. If the battery still does not work properly, contact Dell.CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.Test the drive —l Insert another floppy disk, CD, or DVD to eliminate the possibility that the original one is defective.l Insert a bootable floppy disk and restart the computer.Clean the drive or disk — See "Cleaning Your Computer."Check the cable connectionsCheck for software and hardware conflictsRun the Dell DiagnosticsNOTE: Because of different regions worldwide and different disc formats, not all DVD titles work in all DVD drives.Adjust the Windows volume control —
