DELL VOSTRO 3268 User Manual

Dell Vostro 3267/3268  
Owner's Manual  
Regulatory Model: D13S  
Regulatory Type: D13S002  
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Working on your computer  
Safety instructions  
Use the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from potential damage and to help 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  
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, such as 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.  
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Ensure that you follow the Safety instructions.  
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Ensure that your work surface is flat and clean to prevent the computer cover from being scratched.  
Turn off your computer (see Turning off your computer).  
CAUTION: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug the cable from  
the network device.  
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Disconnect all network cables from the computer.  
Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets.  
Press and hold the power button while the computer is unplugged to ground the system board.  
Remove the cover.  
CAUTION: Before touching anything inside your computer, ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface,  
such as the metal at the back of the computer. While you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to  
dissipate static electricity, which could harm internal components.  
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Working on your computer  
     
Turning off your computer  
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.  
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Click or tap  
Click or tap  
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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.  
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.  
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Replace the cover.  
CAUTION: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network device and then plug it into the computer.  
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Connect any telephone or network cables to your computer.  
Connect your computer and all attached devices to their electrical outlets.  
Turn on your computer.  
If required, verify that the computer works correctly by running Dell Diagnostics.  
Working on your computer  
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Removing and installing components  
This section provides detailed information on how to remove or install the components from your computer.  
Recommended tools  
The procedures in this document require the following tools:  
Small flat blade screwdriver  
Phillips # 1 screwdriver  
Small plastic scribe  
Hex screwdriver  
Cover  
Removing the cover  
1
Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.  
2
Follow the steps to remove the cover:  
a
b
c
Remove the 6-32xL6.35 screws that secure the cover to the computer [1].  
Slide the computer cover towards the back of the computer [2].  
Lift and remove the cover from the computer [3].  
Installing the cover  
1
Slide the cover from the back of the computer, until the latches snap-in.  
2
Tighten the 6-32xL6.35 screws to secure the cover.  
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Follow the procedures in After Working Inside Your Computer  
Front Bezel  
Removing the front bezel  
1
Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.  
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3
Remove cover.  
Follow the steps to remove the front bezel:  
a
Lift the tabs [1], and pull the front bezel [2].  
b
Lift the front bezel to remove it from the computer [3].  
Installing the front bezel  
1
Hold the bezel and ensure that the hooks on the tabs snap into the notches on the computer.  
Rotate the front bezel toward the front of the computer.  
Press the front bezel until the tabs snap in.  
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Install the cover.  
Follow the procedure in After Working Inside Your Computer.  
Cooling shroud  
Removing the cooling shroud  
NOTE: Cooling shroud is not a mandatory removal but recommended for easier access to the cables.  
1
Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.  
Remove the cover  
2
3
Follow the steps to remove the heat sink fan cover:  
a
b
Pry the plastic notches that secure the fan cover in an outward direction [1].  
Remove the fan cover from the heat sink assembly [2].  
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Installing the cooling shroud  
1
Align the tabs on the cooling shroud with the securing slots on the computer.  
Lower the cooling shroud into the chassis until it is firmly seated.  
Install the cover.  
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3
4
Follow the procedure in After Working Inside Your Computer.  
Expansion card  
Removing the expansion card  
1
Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.  
2
3
Remove the cover.  
Perform the following steps to remove the expansion card:  
a
Pull the metal tab to release the expansion card [1].  
b
Push the tab forward [2], and remove the expansion card from the slot on the computer [3].  
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Installing the expansion card  
1
Insert the expansion card on the slot.  
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3
4
5
Push the card- retention latch to secure the expansion card.  
Push the metal tab until it snaps in place.  
Install the cover  
Follow the procedure in After Working Inside Your Computer.  
Hard drive  
Removing the hard drive assembly  
1
Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.  
2
Remove the:  
a
b
c
3
4
Disconnect the power and the data cables from the hard drive.  
NOTE: For easy access to the power and the data cables, it is recommended to remove the cooling shroud.  
Follow the steps to remove the hard drive assembly:  
a
b
Remove the 6-32xL3.6 screws that secure the hard drive to the drive bay.  
Press the blue tab, and slide the hard drive from the hard drive bay.  
Removing the hard drive from the hard drive bracket  
1
Follow the procedures in Before Working Inside Your Computer.  
2
Remove:  
a
b
c
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3
Follow the steps to remove hard drive bracket:  
a
b
Remove the screw that secures the hard drive to the bracket.  
Slide and remove the hard drive from the bracket.  
Installing the hard drive into the hard drive bracket  
1
Slide the hard drive and tighten the screws to secure the hard drive to the bracket.  
2
Install:  
a
b
c
d
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Follow the procedure in After Working Inside Your Computer.  
Installing the hard drive assembly  
1
Slide the hard drive assembly into the drive bay.  
Tighten the 6-32xL3.6 screws to secure the hard-drive assembly to the computer.  
Connect the data and power cables to the hard drive.  
Install:  
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3
4
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b
c
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Follow the procedures in After Working Inside Your Computer.  
Optical drive  
Removing the optical drive  
1
Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.  
2
Remove the:  
a
b
c
d
3
Follow the steps to release the optical drive:  
a
b
c
Remove the 6-32xL3.6 screw that secures the optical drive to the drive bay [1].  
Press the blue tab to loosen the optical drive [2].  
Slide the optical drive bracket from the computer [3].  
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Follow the steps to remove the optical drive:  
a
Disconnect the power and the data cables from the optical drive [1].  
NOTE: For easy access to the power and the data cables, it is recommended to remove the cooling shroud.  
b
Slide the optical drive [2] and lift it up to remove it from the chassis [3].  
Removing the optical drive bracket  
1
Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.  
2
Remove the:  
a
b
c
d
e
3
Follow the steps to remove the bracket from the optical drive.  
Remove the M2L2(04) screws that secure the bracket to the optical drive.  
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b
Slide the optical drive from the bracket.  
NOTE: Remove the optical-drive bracket only if you are replacing with a new optical drive. Otherwise, if optical drive  
removal is only a pre-requisite to remove other components, then ignore Step 5 and Step 6  
Installing the optical drive bracket  
1
Slide the optical drive into the drive bay until it snaps.  
Tighten the M2L2(04) screw to secure the optical drive to the bracket.  
Install the:  
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3
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b
c
d
e
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Follow the procedures in After Working Inside Your Computer.  
Installing the optical drive  
1
Insert the optical drive into the slot until it clicks into place.  
Tighten the 6-32xL3.6 screw to secure the drive to the chassis.  
Connect the data and power cables to the optical drive.  
Install the:  
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4
a
b
c
d
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Follow the procedure in After Working Inside Your Computer.  
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WLAN card  
Removing the WLAN card  
1
Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.  
2
Remove the:  
a
b
c
d
e
3
Perform the following steps to remove the WLAN card from the computer:  
a
b
c
Remove the M2L3.5 screw to release the plastic tab that secures the WLAN card to the computer [1, 2].  
Disconnect the WLAN cables from the connectors on the WLAN card [3].  
Remove the WLAN card from its connector on the system board [4].  
Installing the WLAN card  
1
Insert the WLAN card to the connector on the system board.  
Connect the WLAN cables to the connectors on the WLAN card.  
Place the plastic tab and tighten the M2L3.5 screw to secure the WLAN card to the system board.  
Install:  
2
3
4
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c
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Follow the procedure in After Working Inside Your Computer.  
Heat sink  
Removing the heat sink assembly  
1
Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.  
2
Remove the:  
a
b
c
d
e
3
Follow the steps to remove the heat sink assembly:  
a
b
c
Disconnect the heat sink assembly cable from the system board [1].  
Remove the screws to loosen the processor fan and the heat sink [2].  
Lift the heat sink and remove it from the chassis [3].  
Installing the heat sink assembly  
1
Place the heat sink assembly in the slot by aligning with the screw holders.  
Tighten the screws to secure the heat sink assembly to the system board.  
Connect the heat sink assembly cable to the system board.  
Install:  
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3
4
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b
c
d
e
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Follow the procedure in After Working Inside Your Computer.  
Memory module  
Removing the memory module  
1
Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.  
2
3
Remove the cover.  
To remove the front memory module:  
a
b
Pull the clips securing the memory module until the memory module pops up.  
Remove the memory module from the system board.  
Installing the memory module  
1
Insert the memory module into the memory module socket until the clips secure the memory module.  
2
3
Install the cover.  
Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.  
Power supply unit  
Removing the power supply unit (PSU)  
1
Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.  
2
Remove the:  
a
b
c
d
e
3
Perform the following steps to remove the power supply unit (PSU) from the computer:  
a
b
Disconnect the PSU cables from the connectors on the system board [1, 2].  
Unroute the PSU cables from the holder [3,4].  
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Perform the following steps to remove the PSU:  
a
b
c
Remove the 6-32xL6.35 screws that secure the PSU [1].  
Press the blue release tab to release the PSU [2].  
Slide and remove the PSU from the computer [3].  
Installing the power supply unit (PSU)  
1
Slide the PSU towards the back of the computer until it snaps into place.  
Tighten the 6-32xL6.35 screws to secure the power supply unit to the computer.  
Route the PSU cables through the placeholder.  
2
3
4
5
Connect the PSU cables to their connectors on the system board.  
Install the:  
a
b
c
d
e
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Follow the procedure in After Working Inside Your Computer.  
System fan  
Removing the system fan  
1
Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.  
2
Remove the:  
a
b
c
d
e
3
Perform the following steps to remove the system fan from the computer:  
a
b
Disconnect the system fan cable from the connector on the system board [1].  
Unroute the system fan cable [2].  
4
Remove the M6xL10 screws that secure the system fan to the computer chassis and remove it from the computer. [1,2]  
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Installing the system fan  
1
Place the system fan on the computer.  
2
3
4
Tighten the M6xL10 screws to secure the system fan to the computer.  
Route and connect the system fan cable to the connector on the system board.  
Install the:  
a
b
c
d
e
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Follow the procedure in After Working Inside Your Computer.  
Coin cell battery  
Removing the coin cell battery  
1
Follow the procedures in Before working inside your computer.  
2
Remove the:  
a
b
c
d
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e
3
Perform the following steps to remove the coin cell battery:  
a
b
Press the release latch away from the battery to allow the battery to pop up from the socket [1].  
Lift the coin cell battery out of the computer [2].  
Installing the coin cell battery  
1
Place the coin cell battery in its slot on the system board.  
Press until the release latch springs back into place and secures it.  
Install the:  
2
3
a
b
c
d
e
4
Follow the procedures in After Working Inside Your Computer.  
System board  
Removing the system board  
1
Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.  
2
Remove the  
a
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Disconnect the cables from the system board:  
4
Follow the steps to release the I/O panel:  
a
b
c
Remove the 6-32xL6.35 screw that secures the I/O panel to the chassis [1].  
Press the tab to release the I/O panel from the chassis [2].  
Pull the I/O panel to release the I/O panel.  
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Follow the steps to remove the system board:  
a
b
Remove the 6-32xL6.35 screws that secure system board to the chassis [1].  
Lift the system board from the chassis.  
Installing the system board  
1
Insert the system board and ensure that ports are aligned to the holes on the back panel.  
2
Tighten the 6-32xL6.35 screws to secure the system board.  
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3
4
5
6
Push the I/O panel to its original position until it snaps in.  
Tighten the 6-32xL6.35 screw to secure the I/O panel to the chassis.  
Connect the cables to the system board.  
Install the:  
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b
c
d
e
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Follow the procedures in After Working Inside Your Computer.  
System board layout  
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Processor socket  
PSU connector  
2
4
6
8
CPU fan connector  
Memory slot  
3
5
7
WLAN card slot  
Power button cable connector  
System fan connector  
Coin cell battery connector  
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SATA power connector  
SATA2 connector  
SATA1 connector  
PCIex1 card slot  
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12  
14  
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SATA0 connector  
PSU connector  
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13  
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PCIex16 card slot  
Clear CMOS Jumper  
Clear password  
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Technology and components  
Processors  
Vostro 3267 systems are shipped with Intel 6th generation core processor technology. Vostro 3268 systems are shipped with Intel 7th  
generation core processor technology.  
Vostro 3267:  
Intel 6th Generation Celeron G3900 (2 MB Cache, 2.80 GHz)  
Intel 6th Generation Pentium G4400 (3 MB Cache, 3.30 GHz)  
Intel 6th Generation Core i3-6100 (3 MB Cache, 3.70 GHz)  
Intel 6th Generation Core i5-6400 (6 MB Cache, up to 3.30 GHz)  
Vostro 3268:  
Intel 7th Generation Celeron G3930 (2 MB Cache, 2.90 GHz)  
Intel 7th Generation Pentium G4560 (3 MB Cache, 3.50 GHz)  
Intel 7th Generation Core i3-7100 (3 MB Cache, 3.90 GHz)  
Intel 7th Generation Core i5-7400 (6 MB Cache, up to 3.50 GHz)  
Intel 7th Generation Core i7-7700 (8 MB Cache, up to 4.20 GHz)  
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.  
Identifying processors in Windows 10  
1
Tap Search the Web and Windows.  
Type Device Manager.  
Tap Processor.  
2
3
The basic information of the processor is displayed.  
Verifying the processor usage in Task Manager  
1
Right click on the desktop.  
2
Select Start Task Manager.  
The Windows Task Manager window is displayed.  
Click the Performance tab in the Windows Task Manager window.  
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Verifying the processor usage in Resource Monitor  
1
Right click the desktop.  
2
Select Start Task Manager.  
The Windows Task Manager window is displayed.  
Click the Performance tab in the Windows Task Manager window.  
The processor performance details are displayed.  
Click Open Resource Monitor.  
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Chipsets  
All Desktops communicate with the CPU through the chipset. This system is shipped with the Intel 100 Series chipset.  
Downloading the chipset driver  
1
Turn on the computer.  
2
3
Go to Dell.com/support.  
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 autodetect feature or manually browse for your computer model.  
Click Drivers and Downloads.  
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Select the operating system installed in your computer.  
Scroll down the page, expand Chipset, and select your chipset driver.  
Click Download File to download the latest version of the chipset driver for your computer.  
After the download is complete, navigate to the folder where you saved the driver file.  
Double-click the chipset driver file icon and follow the instructions on the screen.  
Identifying the chipset in Device Manager on Windows 10  
1
Click All Settings  
on the Windows 10 Charms Bar.  
2
3
From the Control Panel, select Device Manager.  
Expand System Devices and search for the chipset.  
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Intel chipset drivers  
Verify if the Intel chipset drivers are already installed in the computer.  
Table 1. Intel chipset drivers  
Before installation  
After installation  
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Intel HD Graphics  
This computer is shipped with the Intel HD Graphics graphics chipset.  
Intel HD Graphics drivers  
Verify if the Intel HD Graphics drivers are already installed in the computer.  
Table 2. Intel HD Graphics drivers  
Before installation  
After installation  
Display options  
Identifying the display adapter  
1
Start the Search Charm and select Settings.  
2
3
Type Device Managerin the search box and tap Device Manager from the left pane.  
Expand Display adapters.  
The display adapters are displayed.  
Downloading drivers  
1
Turn on the computer.  
2
3
Go to Dell.com/support.  
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.  
Click Drivers and Downloads.  
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Select the operating system installed on your computer.  
Scroll down the page and select the graphic driver to install.  
Click Download File to download the graphic driver for your computer.  
After the download is complete, navigate to the folder where you saved the graphic driver file.  
Double-click the graphic driver file icon and follow the instructions on the screen.  
Changing the screen resolution  
1
Right click on the desktop and select Display Settings.  
2
3
Tap or click Advanced display settings.  
Select the required resolution from the drop-down list and tap Apply.  
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Adjusting brightness in Windows 10  
To enable or disable automatic screen brightness adjustment:  
1
Right click All Settings  
System Display.  
2
Use the Adjust my screen brightness automatically slider to enable or disable automatic-brightness adjustment.  
NOTE: You can also use the Brightness level slider to adjust the brightness manually.  
Connecting to external display devices  
Follow these steps to connect your computer to an external display device:  
1
Ensure that the projector is turned on and plug the projector cable into a video port on your computer.  
Press the Windows logo+P key.  
2
3
Select one of the following modes:  
PC screen only  
Duplicate  
Extend  
Second Screen only  
NOTE: For more information, see the document that shipped with your display device.  
Hard drive options  
This computer supports HDD.  
Identifying the hard drive in Windows 10  
1
Click All Settings  
on the Windows 10 Charms Bar.  
2
Click Control Panel, select Device Manager , and expand Disk drives.  
The hard drive is listed under Disk drives.  
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Entering BIOS setup  
1
Turn on or restart your laptop.  
2
When the Dell logo appears, perform one of the following actions to enter the BIOS setup program:  
With keyboard — Tap F2 until the Entering BIOS setup message appears. To enter the Boot selection menu, tap F12.  
Hard drive is listed under the System Information under the General group.  
USB features  
The Universal Serial Bus, or well known as USB was introduced to the PC world in 1996 which dramatically simplified the connection  
between host computer and peripheral devices such as mice and keyboards, external hard drive or optical devices, Bluetooth and many  
more peripheral devices in the market.  
Let's take a quick look on the USB evolution referencing to the table below.  
Table 3. USB evolution  
Type  
Data Transfer Rate  
4.8 Gbps  
Category  
Introduction Year  
USB 3.0  
USB 2.0  
USB 1.1  
USB 1.0  
Super Speed  
High Speed  
Full Speed  
Low Speed  
2010  
2000  
1998  
1996  
480 Mbps  
12 Mbps  
1.5 Mbps  
USB 3.0 (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 finally has the  
answer to the consumers' demands with a theoretically 10 times faster than its predecessor. In a nutshell, USB 3.0 features are as follows:  
Higher transfer rates (up to 4.8 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.  
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Speed  
Currently, there are 3 speed modes defined by the latest USB 3.0 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 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 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 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 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 is a 10x improvement over USB 2.0.  
Applications  
USB 3.0 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 products:  
External Desktop USB 3.0 Hard Drives  
Portable USB 3.0 Hard Drives  
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USB 3.0 Drive Docks & Adapters  
USB 3.0 Flash Drives & Readers  
USB 3.0 Solid-state Drives  
USB 3.0 RAIDs  
Optical Media Drives  
Multimedia Devices  
Networking  
USB 3.0 Adapter Cards & Hubs  
Compatibility  
The good news is that USB 3.0 has been carefully planned from the start to peacefully co-exist with USB 2.0. First of all, while USB 3.0  
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 cables and only come into contact when  
connected to a proper SuperSpeed USB connection.  
Windows 8 will be bringing native support for USB 3.0 controllers. This is in contrast to previous versions of Windows, which continue to  
require separate drivers for USB 3.0 controllers.  
Microsoft announced that Windows 7 would have USB 3.0 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 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.  
Super-Speed support for Windows XP is unknown at this point. Given that XP is a seven-year-old operating system, the likelihood of this  
happening is remote.  
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 set-top box, 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 are set-top boxes, 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.  
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.  
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  
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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  
Memory features  
In this computer, the memory (RAM) is a part of the system board.  
This computer supports 2133 MHz DDR4 for Vostro-3267 system.  
This computer supports DDR4 2133 MHz / 2400 MHzf or Vostro-3268 system.  
NOTE: If this product is purchased with Intel 6th Gen CPUs or 7th Gen Celeron dual core CPU, the maximum MHz this product  
can achieve is 2133, though the memory material used is 2400 MHz.  
Verifying system memory  
Windows 10  
1
Clickthe Windows button and select All Settings  
> System .  
2
Under System, click About.  
Verifying system memory in setup  
1
Turn on or restart your computer..  
2
Perform one of the following actions after the Dell logo is displayed:  
With keyboard — Tap F2 until the Entering BIOS setup message appears. To enter the Boot selection menu, tap F12.  
3
On the left pane, select Settings > General > System Information,  
The memory information is displayed on the right pane.  
DDR4  
DDR4 (double data rate fourth generation) memory is a higher-speed successor to the DDR2 and DDR3 technologies and allows up to 512  
GB in capacity, compared to the DDR3's maximum of 128 GB per DIMM. DDR4 synchronous dynamic random-access memory is keyed  
differently from both SDRAM and DDR to prevent the user from installing the wrong type of memory into the system.  
DDR4 needs 20 percent less or just 1.2 volts, compared to DDR3 which requires 1.5 volts of electrical power to operate. DDR4 also  
supports a new, deep power-down mode that allows the host device to go into standby without needing to refresh its memory. Deep  
power-down mode is expected to reduce standby power consumption by 40 to 50 percent.  
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Key Specifications  
The table below shows the specifications comparison between DDR3 vs. DDR4:  
Table 4. DDR3 vs DDR4  
Feature/Option  
Chip Densities  
Data rates  
DDR3  
DDR4  
DDR 4 Advantages  
512 Mb-8 Gb  
800 Mb/s-2133 Mb/s  
1.5 V  
4 Gb-16 Gb  
1600 Mb/s-3200 Mb/s  
1.2 V  
Larger DIMM capacities  
Migration to higher speed I/O  
Voltage  
Reduced memory power  
demand  
Low voltage standard  
Internal banks  
Yes (DDR3L at 1.35V)  
8
Anticipated at 1.05V  
16  
Memory Power Reductions  
Higher data rates  
Bank groups (BG)  
0
4
Faster burst accesses  
VREF inputs  
2 —DQs and CMD/ADDR  
300 Mhz-800 Mhz  
10MHz – 125MHz (optional)  
AL+CL  
1 — CMD/ADDR  
667Mhz-1.6Ghz  
Undefined to 125MHz  
AL+CL  
VREFDQ Now Internal  
Higher data rates  
tCK — DLL Enabled  
tCK — DLL Disabled  
Read Latency  
DLL-off now fully supported  
Expanded values  
Write Latency  
AL+CWL  
AL+CWL  
Expanded values  
DQ Driver (ALT)  
DQ Bus  
40&Omega  
48&Omega  
Optimal for PtP Applications  
Less I/O Noise and Power  
Support for higher data rates  
Ease of use  
SSTL15  
POD12  
RTT Values (in Ω)  
RTT not allowed  
ODT Modes  
120,60,40,30,20  
READ Bursts  
240,120,80,60,48,40,34  
Disables during READ Bursts  
Nominal, Dynamic,Park  
Nominal, Dynamic  
Add’l Control Mode; OTF Value  
Change  
ODT Control  
ODT Signaling Required  
ODT Signaling Not Required  
Ease of ODT Control; Allows  
Non-ODT Routing, PtP Apps  
Multi-Purpose Register  
DIMM Types  
Four Registers – 1 Defined, 3  
RFU  
Four Registers – 3 Defined, 1  
RFU  
Provides Additional Specialty  
Readout  
RDIMM, LRDIMM, UDIMM,  
SODIMM  
RDIMM, LRDIMM, UDIMM,  
SODIMM  
DIMM Pins  
RAS  
240 (R, LR, U); 204 (SODIMM) 288 (R, LR, U); 260 (SODIMM)  
ECC  
CRC, Parity, Addressability,  
GDM  
More RAS features; improved  
data integrity  
DDR4 Details  
There are subtle differences between DDR3 and DDR4 memory modules, as listed below.  
Key notch difference  
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The key notch on a DDR4 module is in a different location from the key notch on a DDR3 module. Both notches are on the insertion edge  
but the notch location on the DDR4 is slightly different, to prevent the module from being installed into an incompatible board or platform.  
Figure 1. Notch difference  
Increased thickness  
DDR4 modules are slightly thicker than DDR3, to accommodate more signal layers.  
Figure 2. Thickness difference  
Curved edge  
DDR4 modules feature a curved edge to help with insertion and alleviate stress on the PCB during memory installation.  
Figure 3. Curved edge  
Troubleshooting  
Memory errors on the system display the new ON-FLASH-FLASH or ON-FLASH-ON failure code. If all memory fails, the LCD does not  
turn on. Troubleshoot for possible memory failure by trying known good memory modules in the memory connectors on the bottom of the  
system or under the keyboard, as in some portable systems.  
Testing memory using ePSA  
1
Turn on or restart your computer.  
2
Perform one of the following actions after the Dell logo is displayed:  
With keyboard — Press F2.  
The PreBoot System Assessment (PSA) starts on your computer.  
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NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the desktop. Turn off  
the computer and try again.  
Realtek HD audio drivers  
Verify if the Realtek audio drivers are already installed in the computer.  
Table 5. Realtek HD audio drivers  
Before installation  
After installation  
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Troubleshooting your computer  
You can troubleshoot your computer using indicators like diagnostic lights, beep codes, and error messages during the operation of the  
computer.  
Diagnostics  
The computer POST (Power On Self Test) ensures that it meets the basic computer requirements and the hardware is working  
appropriately before the boot process begins. If the computer passes the POST, the computer continues to start in a normal mode.  
However, if the computer fails the POST, the computer emits a series of LED codes during the start-up. The system LED is integrated on  
the Power button.  
The following table shows different light patterns and what they indicate.  
Table 6. Diagnostics  
Number of LED flashes  
2 amber  
Beep code  
Problem description  
2
No memory or RAM detected  
Memory or RAM failure  
CMOS battery failure  
4 amber  
4
5 amber  
5
3 amber, 4 white  
3 amber, 3 white  
3,4  
3,3  
Recovery image invalid  
Recovery image not found  
Diagnostic error messages  
Table 7. 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  
CD DRIVE CONTROLLER FAILURE  
The primary cache internal to the microprocessor has failed.  
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.  
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Error messages  
Description  
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  
DESTINATION DRIVE  
The file that you are trying to copy is too large to fit on the disk, or  
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  
CHARACTERS: \ / : * ? " < > | -  
Do not use these characters in filenames.  
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  
HARD-DISK DRIVE CONTROLLER FAILURE 0  
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.  
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  
INSERT BOOTABLE MEDIA  
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.  
The operating system is trying to boot to non-bootable media, such  
as an optical drive. Insert bootable media.  
INVALID CONFIGURATION INFORMATION-PLEASE RUN  
SYSTEM SETUP PROGRAM  
The system configuration information does not match the hardware  
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.  
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Error messages  
Description  
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  
KEYBOARD STUCK KEY FAILURE  
For external keyboards, check the cable connection. Run the  
Keyboard Controller test in Dell Diagnostics.  
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  
MEDIADIRECT  
Dell MediaDirect cannot verify the Digital Rights Management  
(DRM) restrictions on the file, so the file cannot be played.  
MEMORY ADDRESS LINE FAILURE AT ADDRESS, READ  
VALUE EXPECTING VALUE  
A memory module may be faulty or improperly seated. Reinstall the  
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,  
READ VALUE EXPECTING VALUE  
A memory module may be faulty or improperly seated. Reinstall the  
memory module or, if necessary, replace it.  
MEMORY ODD/EVEN LOGIC FAILURE AT ADDRESS, READ  
VALUE EXPECTING VALUE  
A memory module may be faulty or improperly seated. Reinstall the  
memory module or, if necessary, replace it.  
MEMORY WRITE/READ FAILURE AT ADDRESS, READ  
VALUE EXPECTING VALUE  
A memory module may be faulty or improperly seated. Reinstall the  
memory module or, if necessary, replace it.  
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  
NO TIMER TICK INTERRUPT  
The operating system may be corrupted, Contact Dell.  
A chip on the system board may be malfunctioning. Run the  
System Set tests in Dell Diagnostics.  
NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. EXIT SOME  
PROGRAMS AND TRY AGAIN  
You have too many programs open. Close all windows and open the  
program that you want to use.  
OPERATING SYSTEM NOT FOUND  
Reinstall the operating system. If the problem persists, Contact  
Dell.  
OPTIONAL ROM BAD CHECKSUM  
SECTOR NOT FOUND  
The optional ROM has failed. Contact Dell.  
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.  
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Error messages  
Description  
SHUTDOWN FAILURE  
A chip on the system board may be malfunctioning. Run the  
System Set tests in Dell Diagnostics. If the message reappears,  
TIME-OF-DAY CLOCK LOST POWER  
TIME-OF-DAY CLOCK STOPPED  
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.  
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,  
TIME-OF-DAY NOT SET-PLEASE RUN THE SYSTEM SETUP  
PROGRAM  
The time or date stored in the system setup program does not  
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 8. System error messages  
System message  
Description  
Alert! Previous attempts at booting this system  
have failed at checkpoint [nnnn]. For help in  
resolving this problem, please note this  
The computer failed to complete the boot routine three  
consecutive times for the same error.  
checkpoint and contact Dell Technical Support  
CMOS checksum error  
CPU fan failure  
RTC is reset, BIOS Setup default has been loaded.  
CPU fan has failed.  
System fan failure  
Hard-disk drive failure  
Keyboard failure  
System fan has failed.  
Possible hard disk drive failure during POST.  
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.  
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System message  
Description  
NOTICE - Hard Drive SELF MONITORING SYSTEM has  
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  
S.M.A.R.T error, possible hard disk drive failure.  
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System Setup overview  
System Setup allows you to:  
Change the system configuration information after you add, change, or remove any hardware in your computer.  
Set or change a user-selectable option such as the user password.  
Read the current amount of memory or set the type of hard drive installed.  
Before you use System Setup, it is recommended that you write down the System Setup screen information for future reference.  
CAUTION: Unless you are an expert computer user, do not change the settings for this program. Certain changes can cause  
your computer to work incorrectly.  
Topics:  
Accessing System Setup  
1
Turn on (or restart) your computer.  
2
After the white Dell logo appears, press F2 immediately.  
The System Setup page is displayed.  
NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, wait until you see the desktop. Then, shut down or  
restart your computer and try again.  
NOTE: After the Dell logo appears, you can also press F12 and then select BIOS setup.  
System setup options  
NOTE: Depending on the computer and its installed devices, the items listed in this section may or may not appear.  
General screen options  
This section lists the primary hardware features of your computer.  
Option  
Description  
System 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 Channels Mode,  
Memory Technology, DIMM A Size, DIMM B Size.  
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.  
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Option  
Description  
Device Information: Displays Primary Hard Drive, SATA-0, M.2PCIe SSD-0, Dock eSATA Device, LOM MAC  
Address, Video Controller, Video BIOS Version, Video Memory, Panel Type, Native Resolution, Audio  
Controller, WiFi Device, WiGig Device, Cellular Device, Bluetooth Device.  
Boot Sequence  
Boot Sequence  
Allows you to change the order in which the computer attempts to find an operating  
system. The options are:  
Windows Boot Manager  
By default, all the options are checked. You can also deselect any option or change the  
boot order.  
Boot List Options  
Allows you to change the boot list option:  
Legacy  
UEFI  
Advanced Boot  
Options  
This option allows you the legacy option ROMs to load. By default, the Enable Legacy Option ROMs is disabled.  
Date/Time  
Allows you to change the date and time.  
System Configuration screen options  
Option  
Description  
Integrated NIC  
Allows you to configure the integrated network controller. The options are:  
Disabled  
Enabled  
Enabled w/PXE: This option is enabled by default.  
SATA Operation  
Allows you to configure the internal SATA hard-drive controller. The options are:  
Disabled  
AHCI  
: This option is enabled by default.  
Drives  
Allows you to configure the SATA drives on board. All drives are enabled by default. The options are:  
SATA-0  
SATA-1  
SATA-2  
SMART Reporting This field controls whether hard drive errors for integrated drives are reported during system startup. This  
technology is part of the SMART (Self-Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology) specification. This option is  
disabled by default.  
Enable SMART Reporting  
USB Configuration This field configures the integrated USB controller. If Boot Support is enabled, the system is allowed to boot any  
type of USB Mass Storage Devices (HDD, memory key, floppy).  
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Option  
Description  
If USB port is enabled, device attached to this port is enabled and available for OS.  
If USB port is disabled, the OS cannot see any device attached to this port.  
Enable Boot Support  
Enable Front USB Ports  
Enable Rear USB Ports  
NOTE: USB keyboard and mouse always work in the BIOS setup irrespective of these settings.  
Front USB  
This field field enables or disables the rear USB configuration  
Configuration  
Rear Port 1(Bottom Left): This option is enabled by default.  
Rear Port 2 (Bottom Right): This option is enabled by default.  
Rear Port 1 (Top Left): This option is enabled by default.  
Rear Port 2 (Top Right): This option is enabled by default.  
Rear USB  
This field field enables or disables the front USB configuration  
Configuration  
Front Port 1(Left): This option is enabled by default.  
Front Port 2 (Right): This option is enabled by default.  
Audio  
This field enables or disables the integrated audio controller. By default, the Enable Audio option is selected. The  
options are:  
Enable Microphone: This option is enabled by default.  
Miscellaneous  
Devices  
Allows you to enable or disable the following devices:  
Enable Camera  
Enabled Secure Digital (SD) Card  
NOTE: All devices are enabled by default.  
Video screen options  
Option  
Description  
Primary Display  
This option option determines which video controller becomes the primary display when multiple controllers are  
available in the system  
Auto: This option is enabled by default.  
Intel HD Graphics: This option is enabled by default.  
Security screen options  
Option  
Description  
Admin Password  
Allows you to set, change, or delete the administrator (admin) password.  
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Option  
Description  
NOTE: You must set the admin password before you set the system or hard drive password. Deleting  
the admin password automatically deletes the system password and the hard drive password.  
NOTE: Successful password changes take effect immediately.  
Default setting: Not set  
System Password  
Allows you to set, change, or delete the system password.  
NOTE: Successful password changes take effect immediately.  
Default setting: Not set  
Internal HDD-0  
Password  
Allows you to set, change, or delete the password on the system's internal hard-disk drive.  
NOTE: Successful password changes take effect immediately.  
Default Setting: Not set  
Strong Password  
Allows you to enforce the option to always set strong passwords.  
Default Setting: Enable Strong Password is not selected.  
NOTE: If Strong Password is enabled, the Admin and System passwords must contain at least one  
uppercase character, one lowercase character and be at least 8 characters long.  
Password  
Allows you to determine the minimum and maximum length of the Administrator and System passwords.  
Configuration  
Password Bypass  
Allows you to enable or disable the permission to bypass the System and the Internal HDD password, when they  
are set. The options are:  
Disabled  
Reboot bypass  
Default setting: Disabled  
Password Change  
Allows you to enable the disable permission to the System and Hard Drive passwords when the admin password is  
set.  
Default setting: Allow Non-Admin Password Changes is selected.  
UEFI Capsule  
Firmware Update  
This option controls whether the system allows the BIOS updates through UEFI capsule update packages. This  
option is disabled by default.  
Non-Admin Setup  
Changes  
Allows you to determine whether changes to the setup options are allowed when an Administrator Password is  
set. If disabled the setup options are locked by the admin password.  
TPM 2.0 Security  
Allows you to enable the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) during POST. The options are:  
TPM On (enabled by default)  
Clear  
PPI Bypass for Enabled Commands  
PPI Bypass for Disabled Commands  
Attestation Enable (enabled by default)  
Key Storage Enable (enabled by default)  
SHA-256 (enabled by default)  
Disabled  
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Option  
Description  
Enabled (enabled by default)  
Optional hardware TPM 2.0  
NOTE: To upgrade or downgrade TPM1.2/2.0, download the TPM wrapper tool (software).  
Computrace  
Allows you to activate or disable the optional Computrace software The options are:  
Deactivate  
Disable  
Activate  
NOTE: The Activate and Disable options will permanently activate or disable the feature and no further  
changes are allowed  
Default setting: Deactivate  
CPU XD Support  
Allows you to enable the Execute Disable mode of the processor.  
Enable CPU XD Support (default)  
Admin Setup  
Lockout  
Allows you to prevent users from entering the setup when an Administrator password is set.  
Default Setting: Enable Admin Setup Lockout is not selected.  
Secure Boot screen options  
Option  
Description  
Secure Boot Enable This option enables or disables the Secure Boot feature.  
Disabled  
Enabled  
Default setting: Enabled.  
Expert Key  
Allows you to manipulate the security key databases only if the system is in Custom Mode. The Enable Custom  
Management  
Mode option is disabled by default. The options are:  
PK  
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  
NOTE: If you disable the Custom Mode, all the changes made are erased and the keys restore to  
default settings.  
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Intel Software Guard Extensions screen options  
Option  
Description  
Intel SGX Enable  
This field specifies you to provide a secured environment for running code/storing sensitive information in the  
context of the main OS. The options are:  
Disabled  
Enabled  
Default setting: Disabled  
Enclave Memory  
Size  
This option sets SGX Enclave Reserve Memory Size. The options are:  
32 MB  
64 MB  
128 MB  
Performance screen options  
Option  
Description  
Multi Core Support This field specifies whether the process has one or all cores enabled. The performance of some applications  
improve with the additional cores. This option is enabled by default. Allows you to enable or disable multi-core  
support for the processor. The installed processor supports two cores. If you enable Multi Core Support, two  
cores are enabled. If you disable Multi Core Support, one core is enabled.  
All (enabled by default)  
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2
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Intel SpeedStep  
C-States Control  
Allows you to enable or disable the Intel SpeedStep feature.  
Enable Intel SpeedStep  
Default setting: The option is enabled.  
Allows you to enable or disable the additional processor sleep states.  
C states  
Default setting: The option is enabled.  
Limited CPUID  
Value  
This field limits the maximum value the processor standard CPUID function supports.  
Enable CPUID Limit  
Allows you to enable or disable the Intel TurboBoost mode of the processor.  
Enable Intel TurboBoost  
Intel TurboBoost  
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Option  
Description  
Default Setting: The option is enabled.  
Power Management screen options  
Option  
Description  
AC Behavior  
Allows you to enable or disable the computer from turning on automatically when an AC adapter is connected.  
Power Off (default)  
Power On  
Last Power State  
Auto On Time  
Allows you to set the time at which the computer must turn on automatically. The options are:  
Disabled  
Every Day  
Weekdays  
Select Days  
Default setting: Disabled  
Deep Sleep Control Allows you to aggressive the system is at conserving power while Shut down (S5) or in Hybernate (S4) mode.  
Disabled (default)  
Enabled in S5 only  
Enabled in S4 and S5  
USB Wake Support Allows you to enable USB devices to wake the system from Standby.  
NOTE: This feature is only functional when the AC power adapter is connected. If the AC power  
adapter is removed during Standby, the system setup removes power from all the USB ports to  
conserve battery power.  
Enable USB Wake Support  
Default setting: The option is disabled.  
Wake on LAN/  
WLAN  
Allows you to enable or disable the feature that powers on the computer from the Off state when triggered by a  
LAN signal.  
Disabled: This option is enabled by default.  
LAN Only  
WLAN Only  
LAN or WLAN  
LAN with PXE Boot  
Block Sleep  
This option lets you block entering to sleep (S3 state) in operating system environment.  
Block Sleep (S3 state)  
Default setting: This option is disabled  
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Option  
Description  
Intel Ready Mode  
Allows you to replace sleep S3 to put your PC in an always aware state that allows the user to interact with it even  
while the PC is asleep  
Eanble Intel Ready Mode: The option is disabled.  
POST Behavior screen options  
Option  
Description  
Numlock LED  
This option option specifies whether the NumLock LED should be on when the system boots.  
Enable Numlock LED: The option is enabled.  
This option option specifies whether the keyboard related errors are reported when it boots.  
Enables Keyboard Error Detection: The option is disabled.  
Allows you to speed up the boot process by bypassing some of the compatibility steps. The options are:  
Keyboard Errors  
Fastboot  
Minimal(default)  
Thorough  
Auto  
Virtualization support screen options  
Option  
Description  
Virtualization  
Allows you to enable or disable the Intel Virtualization Technology.  
Enable Intel Virtualization Technology (default).  
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 - enabled by default.  
Maintenance screen options  
Option  
Description  
Service Tag  
Asset Tag  
Displays the Service Tag of your computer.  
Allows you to create a system asset tag if an asset tag is not already set. This option is not set by default.  
This field controls the SERR message mechanism. Some graphic card required the SERR message.  
SERR Messages  
Enable SERR Messages (default)  
BIOS Downgrade  
This field controls flashing of the system firmware to pervious revisions.  
Allows BIOS Downgrade (Enabled by default)  
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Option  
Description  
Data Wipe  
BIOS Recovery  
This field enables user to erase data from all internal storage device.  
Allows you to recover from certain corrupted BIOS conditions from a recover file on the user primary hard drive or  
an external USB key. Enabled by default.  
System Log screen options  
Option  
Description  
BIOS Events  
Allows you to view and clear the System Setup (BIOS) POST events.  
SupportAssist System Resolution screen options  
Option  
Description  
Auto OS Recovery Allows you to control the automatic boot flow for SupportAssist System. Options are:  
Threshold  
Off  
1
2 (Enabled by default)  
3
SupportAssist OS  
Recovery  
Allows you to recover the SupportAssist OS Recovery (Disabled by default)  
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Specifications  
NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. The following specifications are only those required by law to ship with your computer. For  
more information about the configuration of your computer, go to Help and Support in your Windows operating system and  
select the option to view information about your computer.  
Processor  
Feature  
Specification  
Type  
For Vostro 3267:  
Intel 6th Generation Celeron G3900  
Intel 6th Generation Pentium G4400  
Intel 6th Generation Core i3-6100  
Intel 6th Generation Core i5-6400  
For Vostro 3268:  
Intel 7th Generation Celeron G3930  
Intel 7th Generation Pentium G4560  
Intel 7th Generation Core i3-7100  
Intel 7th Generation Core i5-7400  
Intel 7th Generation Core i7-7700  
System information  
Feature  
Chipset  
Intel H110  
Memory  
Feature  
Specification  
Memory module  
connector  
Two DDR4 U-DIMM slots  
Memory module  
capacity  
2 GB, 4 GB, and 8 GB  
Type  
2133 MHz for Vostro 3267 system  
2400 MHz for Vostro 3268 systems  
NOTE: If this product is purchased with Intel 6th Gen CPUs or 7th Gen Celeron dual core CPU, the  
maximum MHz this product can achieve is 2133, though the memory material used is 2400 MHz.  
Minimum memory  
2 GB  
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Feature  
Specification  
NOTE: Depending on the operating system installed, the requirement of the minimum memory might  
vary.  
Maximum memory  
16 GB  
NOTE: Each UDIMM slot supports a maximum of 8 GB memory.  
Video  
Feature  
Specification  
Integrated Controller Intel HD graphics  
Integrated video  
memory  
Shared system memory  
Discrete video  
PCI express x16 graphics card  
NVIDIA GT 710 LP(Low Profile) with 2 GB memory DDR3  
Audio  
Feature  
Specification  
Type  
Integrated 5.1 high-definition audio  
Communication  
Feature  
Specification  
Type  
Dell Wireless Combo Card DW1707 and DW1810ac, and Intel 3165ac  
10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet  
Bluetooth v4.0 +LE  
Expansion bus  
Feature  
Specification  
SATA  
6 Gbps for hard drive; 1.5 Gbps for optical drive  
USB 2.0  
USB 3.0  
480 Mbps  
5 Gbps  
Drives  
Feature  
Specification  
Externally Accessible One  
— 5.25–inch optical  
drive bays  
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Specifications  
Feature  
Specification  
Internally Accessible One 3.5–inch or Two 2.5-inch drive bays  
— 3.5–inch/2.5–  
inch drive bays  
Cards  
Feature  
Specification  
PCIe  
one PCIe x16 full height card  
one PCIe x1 full height card  
M2 Slot  
One M.2 card slot for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth combo card  
External connectors  
Feature  
Specification  
Audio — Back panel Three  
Audio — Front  
Panel  
One headset connector  
Network  
One RJ-45 connector  
USB — Back panel Four USB 2.0 connectors  
USB — Front Panel Two USB 3.0 connectors  
Video  
one 15-hole VGA connector  
one 19-pin HDMI connector  
Memory-card reader One  
Control Lights And Diagnostic Lights  
Feature  
Specification  
Power button light  
White light—solid white light indicates power-on state; blinking white light indicates sleep/stand-by state of  
the computer.  
Amber light—solid amber light indicates boot failure - System Power Error; blinking amber light indicates boot  
failure - System Power OK.  
Drive activity light  
White light—blinking white light indicates that the computer is reading data from, or writing data to the hard drive.  
Power  
Feature  
Specification  
Coin-cell battery  
Input voltage  
Input frequency  
3 V CR2032 lithium coin-cell  
100 VAC — 240 VAC  
50 Hz–60 Hz  
Specifications  
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Feature  
Specification  
3 A  
Input current  
Output current  
3.34 A / 4.62 A  
Maximum heat  
dissipation  
NOTE: Heat dissipation is calculated by using the power supply wattage rating.  
Physical Dimensions of Chassis  
Feature  
Height  
Width  
Specification  
293.1 mm (11.54 inches)  
92.60 mm (3.65 inches)  
314.5 mm (12.38 inches)  
Depth  
Weight—Minimum 4.40 kg (9.71 pounds)  
Environmental specifications  
Feature  
Specification  
Temperature —  
Operating  
10 °C to 35 °C (50 °F to 95 °F)  
Temperature —  
Storage  
–40 °C to 65 °C (–40 °F to 149 °F)  
Relative humidity  
20 % to 80 % (non-condensing)  
Altitude —  
Operating  
–15.20 m to 5000 m (–50 ft to 10,000 ft)  
Altitude — Storage –15.20 m to 10668 m (–50 ft to 35,000 ft)  
Airborne  
G1 as defined by ISA-S71.04–1985  
contaminant level  
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Contacting Dell  
NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip,  
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:  
1
Go to Dell.com/support.  
2
3
4
Select your support category.  
Verify your country or region in the Choose a Country/Region drop-down list at the bottom of the page.  
Select the appropriate service or support link based on your need.  
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