DELL OptiPlex Tower Cable Cover and Dust Filter Installation Guide

DELL OptiPlex Tower Cable Cover and Dust Filter Installation Guide

Before you begin

Steps

1. Save and close all open files and exit all open
2. Shut down your computer: Click Start > Power > Shut down.

NOTE: If you are using a Linux operating system, see the documentation of your operating system for shut-down instructions.

3. Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical
4. Disconnect all attached network devices and peripherals, such as keyboard, mouse, and monitor from your CAUTION: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug the cable from the network device.
5. If the computer or the adapter is being installed on the monitor:
6. Disconnect the power and all the display cables from the
7. Remove the stand from the monitor and place the monitor on a clean and soft

OptiPlex Tower Cable Cover

The cable cover for the OptiPlex Tower protects the ports and organizes the cables that are connected to the computer.

Steps

1. Follow the instructions in Before you begin.

2. Route the cables through the slot on the cable
   NOTE: Images shown below may vary depending on your system configuration.

3. Connect the cables to their respective ports on the chassis

4. Align the cable cover retaining hooks with the slots on the
   CAUTION: Be careful not to bend or break the delicate plastic hooks.

5. Gently push the cable cover until the cable cover clicks into place.

6.  Slide the latch to lock the cable cover to the chassis

NOTE: For added security, use the Kensington cable lock to secure the computer.

OptiPlex Tower Dust Filter

The dust filter for the OptiPlex Tower helps protect the computer from fine dust particles. After installation, you can set a pre-boot reminder in the BIOS to clean or replace the dust filter at customized time interval using the interval setting in the BIOS.

Steps

1. Follow the instructions in Before you begin.

2. Starting from the top edge, align the edges of the dust filter with the edges of the

3. Gently push the lower edge of the dust filter to close it over the

4. Gently push the edges of the dust filter to click the dust filter into

5. Follow the instructions in After you install.

6. Restart the system and press F2 immediately to enter the BIOS Setup

7. In the BIOS Setup menu, go to System Configuration > Dust Filter Maintenance and select from any of the following intervals: 15, 30, 60, 90, 120, 150, or 180

NOTE: By default, the Dust Filter Maintenance setting is disabled.
NOTE: Alerts are generated only during a system reboot and not during normal operating system operation.
NOTE: To clean the dust filter, brush or gently vacuum and then wipe down the external surfaces with a moist cloth.

After you install

Steps

1. Connect any external devices, peripherals, or cables you removed before working on your
2. Connect your computer and all attached devices to their electrical
3. Turn on your

Contacting Dell

Getting help

Prerequisites

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.

About this task

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:

Steps

1. Go to D e ll . c o m / s u pp o r t.
2. Select your support
3. Verify your country or region in the C h o o s e a C o u n t r y / R e g i o n drop-down list at the bottom of the page.
4. Select the appropriate service or support link based on your

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