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Dell™ OptiPlex™ FX160/160 Service Manual
Working on Your Computer I/O Board
System Setup Power Supply
Selective USB Processor Heatsink Assembly
Reinstalling Software Memory
Troubleshooting Coin-Cell Battery
Computer Stand Cable Guide
Covers Antenna
Hard Drive Assembly (Optional) System Board Assembly
NVRAM Module Getting Help
Wireless Card Finding Information
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use
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Back to Contents Page Antenna Dell™ OptiPlex™ FX160/160 Service Manual Removing the Antenna Replacing the Antenna Removing the Antenna 1. Perform the procedure in Before Working on Your Computer. 2. Remove the hard drive bracket assembly, if installed (see Removing the Hard Drive Bracket Assembly). 3. Remove the WLAN card (see Removing the Wireless Card). 4. Remove the antenna cable from under the metal tab on the back panel. WARNING: Ensure t
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1 antenna holder 2 bushing tabs 3 wire mesh 6. Replace the WLAN card (see Replacing the Wireless Card). 7. Route the antenna cable under the tab on the back of the chassis so that the wire mesh surrounding the cable is under the tab. 8. Replace the hard drive bracket assembly if it was removed (see Replacing the Hard Drive Bracket Assembly). 9. Perform the procedure in After Working on Your Computer. Back to Contents Page
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Back to Contents Page Working on Your Computer Dell™ OptiPlex™ FX160/160 Service Manual Recommended Tools Before Working on Your Computer After Working on Your Computer This document provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your computer. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that: l You have performed the steps in this section. l You have read the safety information that shipped with your computer. l When replacing a component, y
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5. If applicable, remove the computer stand (see Removing the Computer Stand). WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the computer cover. 6. Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover). After Working on Your Computer After you complete any replacement procedures, ensure you connect any external devices, cards, cables, etc. before turning on your computer. 1. Replace the computer
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Back to Contents Page Cable Guide Dell™ OptiPlex™ FX160/160 Service Manual Removing the Cable Guide Replacing the Cable Guide Removing the Cable Guide 1. Remove the screw that secures the cable guide to the system board. 2. Lift the guide out of the computer. Replacing the Cable Guide 1. Align the cable guide screw hole with the hole on the system board. 2. Secure the cable guide to the system board with the screw. . Back to Contents Pa
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Back to Contents Page Coin-Cell Battery Dell™ OptiPlex™ FX160/160 Service Manual Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery One of two types of coin-cell battery sockets is provided with the your computer. One type has retaining clips that wrap along the sides of the battery to hold it in the socket. The other type has a single retaining hook that holds the battery in place. Removing the Coin-Cell Battery CAUTION: BIOS setup options revert to the f
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Back to Contents Page Covers Dell™ OptiPlex™ FX160/160 Service Manual Removing the Computer Cover Replacing the Computer Cover Removing the Side Cover Replacing the Side Cover Removing the Computer Cover WARNING: Always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the computer cover. WARNING: Some components become very hot during normal operation. Allow system components to cool before touching them. 1. Disconnect the security cable from th
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5. Reattach the security cable to your computer, if necessary. Removing the Side Cover 1. Lift the back edge of the side cover away from the chassis, then slip the hooks under the front edge of the side cover out of the slots on the side of the chassis. 1 side cover 2 side cover hooks slots Replacing the Side Cover 1. With the side cover at a 30-degree angle to the chassis, slip the hooks under the front edge of the side cover into the slots for the side cover on
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1 peg (2) 2 peg retainer (2) 3 side cover hooks (2) 4 side cover hook slots(2) Back to Contents Page
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Back to Contents Page Finding Information Dell™ OptiPlex™ FX160/160 Service Manual NOTE: Some features or media may be optional and may not ship with your computer. Some features or media may not be available in certain countries. NOTE: Additional information may ship with your computer. Document/Media/Label Contents Service Tag Express Service Code l Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact support. l Enter the Express Service
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Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Assembly (Optional) Dell™ OptiPlex™ FX160/160 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Bracket Assembly Replacing the Hard Drive Bracket Assembly Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive Removing the Hard Drive Fan Replacing the Hard Drive Fan Removing the Hard Drive Bracket Assembly 1. Loosen the two captive bracket screws on system board and remove the screw that secures the bracket to the back panel. 1 SATA
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1 SATA hard drive power cable 2 fan cable 3 cable retaining clip 4 SATA data cable 5 bracket screw 6 captive screws (2) Removing the Hard Drive 1. Perform the procedure in Before Working on Your Computer. 2. Remove the hard drive bracket assembly (see Removing the Hard Drive Bracket Assembly). 3. Disconnect the SATA data/power cable from the hard drive. 4. Remove the four screws that secure the hard drive to the hard drive bracket assembly. 1 screws (
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NOTE: Ensure that the SATA power cable is routed under the hard drive bracket cable retaining clip. 5. Replace the hard drive bracket assembly (see Replacing the Hard Drive Bracket Assembly). 6. Perform the procedure in After Working on Your Computer. Removing the Hard Drive Fan 1. Perform the procedure in Before Working on Your Computer. 1. Remove the hard drive bracket assembly (see Removing the Hard Drive Bracket Assembly). 2. Remove the hard drive, if
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Back to Contents Page Processor Heatsink Assembly Dell™ OptiPlex™ FX160/160 Service Manual Removing the Processor Heatsink Assembly Replacing the Processor Heatsink Assembly Removing the Processor Heatsink Assembly 1. Perform the procedure in Before Working on Your Computer. 2. Remove the hard drive bracket assembly, if installed (see Removing the Hard Drive Bracket Assembly). 3. Loosen the two captive screws that secure the processor heatsink assembly to
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4. Replace the hard drive bracket assembly if it was removed (see Replacing the Hard Drive Bracket Assembly). 5. Perform the procedure in After Working on Your Computer. Back to Contents Page
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Back to Contents Page Getting Help Dell™ OptiPlex™ FX160/160 Service Manual Obtaining Assistance Problems With Your Order Product Information Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit Before You Call Contacting Dell Obtaining Assistance WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulato
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www.dell.ca (Canada only) You can access Dell Support through the following websites and e-mail addresses: l Dell Support websites: support.dell.com support.jp.dell.com (Japan only) support.euro.dell.com (Europe only) l Dell Support e-mail addresses: mobile_support@us.dell.com support@us.dell.com la-techsupport@dell.com (Latin America and Caribbean countries only) apsupport@dell.com (Asian/Pacific countries only) l Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail addresses: apmarketing@dell
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You are responsible for paying shipping expenses. You are also responsible for insuring any product returned, and you assume the risk of loss during shipment to Dell. Collect On Delivery (C.O.D.) packages are not accepted. Returns that are missing any of the preceding requirements will be refused at Dell's receiving dock and returned to you. Before You Call NOTE: Have your Express Service Code ready when you call. The code helps Dell's automated-support telephone system direct your call
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Back to Contents Page I/O Board Dell™ OptiPlex™ FX160/160 Service Manual Removing the I/O Board Replacing the I/O Board Removing the I/O Board 1. Perform the procedure in Before Working on Your Computer. 2. Remove the two screws that secure the I/O board to the chassis. 1 screws (2) 2 cable guide 3. Carefully lift the I/O board out of the computer, ensuring the three cables are clear of the cable guide. 4. Disconnect the three cables (Audio, USB
