Hi re the DVD drive issue , i suggest try accessing the computer manufacturer support site and ascertain whether they be a firmware update for the specific optical drive . Updating firmware will often correct disk issues
( do not update firmware for a retail same model drive )
Lets see , Dell 670 yes many firmware updates
also of interest to you would be the Dell Crash Analysis Tool ( can run offline) found in the driver download site
Is a start anyhow
ps - due to age 2005 ( but still a rocket for home office ) , i would update BIOS firmware if not done so
If you wish to get some details; check the site linked here. Pull up older posts. Surf the site with patience. http://electronicshelponline.blogspot.com/
Bios beep codes to many popular systems are given.
Dear Anonymous,
BEST PRACTICE: Buy an anti-static wristband before going "under-the-bonnet! Many people will advise that it is ok to delve around the insides of a computer without one, but that can be an expensive mistake...when they only cost a couple of bucks & can save you the trouble & expense of zapping ex$pensive hardware. Your computer box contains extremely sensitive chips & the human body can store up to 50,000 volts of static electricity...
TURN POWER OFF AT WALL SOCKET! [But leave plug in wall socket - this will extend power-system earth to the box.] Then press & hold power-on button on front of box case. (This will "earth" the system.)
Open computer box: Most Dell tower/mini tower boxes have a slider on the back panel: hold slider open & slide side of case backwards.
Find a non-painted - (bare) - metal connection point for wristband alligator clip inside box. Attach clip. {N.B.: if you do this procedure WITHOUT an anti-static wristband, be sure that you "earth" your body, by holding on to the bare metal connection point for a few seconds!} Locate the cmos - (or "BIOS") - battery. It will be a button-shaped battery. Check "Polarity" - (which way up) - of old battery. 'Eject old battery from holder. Check battery TYPE - (make sure that new battery is identical/equivalent. Push new battery into holder. Remove wrist clip. Replace side-cover. Power on. Reboot computer. N.B.: If asked during bootup - restore BIOS settings to "default". That's it! I hope that this solves your problem. Kind regards - 'b'ye - Bruce.
You will need audio driver, possibly Network adapter driver and in some cases you may need to find the manufacturer of your optical drive by pulling out of the case to get model type and then the the driver from the manufacturer's site. Finally a chipset driver. check this site for most of the drivers.
http://www.dell.com/support/drivers/us/en/19/product/precision-670
WARNING: Before you start troubleshooting remember that you are dealing with electricity that can KILL.
http://www.kitchentablecomputers.com/static.php - rules
Only work inside the computer case when the power has been switched off and disconnected. Never open the power source.
Some of the below steps recommend removing physical parts within the computer.
While in the computer it is highly recommend that you be aware of ESD and its potential hazards
In a computer, the components with moving parts are the most likely to fail.
If your Dell desktop is more than 2-3 years old, your DVD drive may be reaching the point where it is no longer performing correctly and must be replaced.
Replace the DVD drive in your Dell Desktop to return the computer to normal operation, so you can resume watching movies and burning discs
Turn your computer off completely, and unplug all of the cables from the back.
You may wish to label some of the cables with tape so you will not forget where they go when you put everything back together.
Move the computer to a sturdy work surface, and touch a grounded metal object to release any built-up static electricity.
Open the computer case by pulling the latch on the side of the unit if you have an XPS, or removing the thumb screws in the back if you have an Inspiron.
If you have a different type of Dell desktop or a very old model, you may need to consult the instruction manual for instructions on how to open the case.
Remove both cables from the back of the existing DVD drive.
Leave the data cable connected to the motherboard, and set both cables aside where you will be able to reach them easily.
Find the metal latch on the side of the existing DVD drive, and push it down.
The drive will slide out of the case.
Remove the screws from the old DVD drive, and put them into the same holes on the new drive.
Find the jumpers on the back of the drive.
The jumpers are an array of six small pins, with a plastic piece covering two of them.
Move the plastic piece so that it covers the pins marked "CS" or "Cable Select."
If the DVD drive will be only drive connected on the cable that is connected to the motherboard on the other end, the "MA" or "Master" setting will also work.
Slide the DVD drive into the computer case.
When it reaches the metal latch, it will snap into place.
Connect the two cables (for power and data) that you set aside to the back of the drive.
Close the computer case, reconnect the cables, and turn the computer on.
The new DVD drive will be detected automatically.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cPvm7S0Bc3ACD-RW DVD DVD-RW Installation and replacementThis might not be your particular computer it might be of some help/guide.
If it not power up the first make sure power cable isgood try with other power cable. Then check on cpu.reconnect ATX connector from smps to motherbord. Pull cmos cell from motherbord for 10 minutes .. Make sure your smps power supply unit of cpu is good.It is squarebox in back side of cpu . If still not power up the smps has issue. Let me know if you need further assistance. Thanks.
It is CMOS battery cell.You can buy it from nearest computer shop.
It looks like below image.
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It is CMOS cell which give voltage to bios to save data.
Let me know if you need further assistance.
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Restart the PC in safe mode (press function key F8 at boot) and then use the Windows Restore facility to return the system to a point prior to the driver installation.
Rear LEDS are labled A through D and can change from green to yellow. Some typical LED reading might be:
A - yellow, B - yellow, C - green, D - green <-- Indicates a problem with the RAM.
A - yellow, B - green, C - yellow, D - green <-- Indicates a problem with the video card.
Refer to the Dell website for your specific model, as these lights can vary from model to model.
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