Dell D630 Manual

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 NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile; even a slight bump can damage the 
drive.
 
NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives 
from sources other than Dell.
To replace the hard drive in the hard drive bay:
1Follow the procedures in Before You Begin on page 149.
 NOTE: The number of hard drive screws may vary.
2Remove the hard drive screws on the bottom of the computer.
 NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in...

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6Replace and tighten the screws.
7Use the Operating System media to install the operating system for your 
computer (see Using the Operating System Media on page 146).
8Use the Drivers and Utilities media to install the drivers and utilities for 
your computer (see Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities on page 140). 

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Media Bay
 NOTE: If the device locking screw is not present, you can remove and install 
devices while the computer is running and connected to a docking device (docked).
Removing Media Bay Devices
 NOTICE: To prevent damage to devices, store them in a safe, dry place when they 
are not installed in the computer. Avoid pressing down on them or placing heavy 
objects on top of them.
1If present, remove the device locking screw from the bottom of the 
computer.
2If the...

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4Pull the device out of the media bay.
To install a device, push the new device into the bay until it clicks into place.
FCM (Flash Cache Module)
The FCM, or Flash Cache Module, is an internal flash drive that helps improve 
the performance of your computer. 
 NOTE: This card is only compatible with the Microsoft Windows Vista® operating 
system.
 
NOTE: If you ordered a FCM card with your computer, the card is already 
installed
.
1Follow the procedures in Before You Begin...

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7Lift the card out of its connector.
1FCM card2 antennae cables (2) 3metal securing brackets (2)
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 NOTICE: When installing this card, ensure the two antenna cables are not under 
the card. The antenna cables are designed to lay across the top of the FCM card 
and into the protective sleeve. Installing the card on top of these antenna cables 
may cause damage to your computer. Also, do not install the FCM card in the WLAN 
card connector. The FCM card is designed to work in the WWAN card connector. 
Installing the card in the wrong slot may cause damage to your computer....

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Dell™ QuickSet 
 NOTE: This feature may not be available on your computer.
Dell™ QuickSet provides you with easy access to configure or view the following 
types of settings:
• Network connectivity
• Power management
•Display
• System information
Depending on what you want to do in Dell™ QuickSet, you can start it by either 
clicking, double-clicking, or right-clicking the QuickSet icon in the Microsoft® 
Wind ows® taskbar. The taskbar is located in the lower-right corner of your...

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Traveling With Your Computer
Identifying Your Computer
• Attach a name tag or business card to the computer.
• Write down your Service Tag and store it in a safe place away from the 
computer or carrying case. Use the Service Tag if you need to report a loss 
or theft to law enforcement officials and to Dell.
• Create a file on the Microsoft
® Win dows® desktop called if_found. Place 
information such as your name, address, and phone number in this file.
• Contact your...

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• Use the optional Dell™ carrying case to pack the computer and its 
accessories together safely.
• Avoid packing the computer with items such as shaving cream, colognes, 
perfumes, or food.
 NOTICE: If the computer has been exposed to extreme temperatures, allow it to 
acclimate to room temperature for 1 hour before turning it on.
• Protect the computer, the batteries, and the hard drive from hazards such 
as extreme temperatures and overexposure to sunlight, dirt, dust,...