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OptiPlex 5050 Micro
Owner's Manual
Regulatory Model: D10U
Regulatory Type: D10U002

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  • Page 1 OptiPlex 5050 Micro Owner's Manual Regulatory Model: D10U Regulatory Type: D10U002...
  • Page 2 A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. © 2017 Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. All rights reserved. Dell, EMC, and other trademarks are trademarks of Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. Other trademarks may be trademarks of their respective owners.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1 Working on your computer..........................6 Safety instructions................................6 Before working inside your computer..........................6 Turning off your computer..............................7 Turning off your computer — Windows 10....................... 7 Turning off your computer — Windows 7.........................7 After working inside your computer..........................7 2 Removing and installing components......................8 Recommended tools................................
  • Page 4 3 Technology and components........................22 Processors..................................22 Verifying the processor usage in Task Manager......................22 Chipsets.................................... 22 Intel HD Graphics ................................22 Display options..................................23 Identifying the display adapters in Win 10....................... 23 Identifying the display adapters in Win 7.........................23 Downloading drivers..............................23 Storage options................................
  • Page 5 System specifications..............................45 Memory specifications..............................45 Video specifications................................. 46 Audio specifications................................. 46 Communication specifications............................46 Storage specifications..............................47 Ports and connectors specifications..........................47 Power supply specifications............................48 Physical dimension specifications..........................48 Controls and lights specifications..........................48 Environmental specifications............................48 8 Contacting Dell............................50 Contents...
  • Page 6: Working On Your Computer

    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.
  • Page 7: Turning Off Your Computer

    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...
  • Page 8: Removing And Installing Components

    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 •...
  • Page 9: Installing Cover

    b Slide and lift the cover to remove from the computer. NOTE: You may need a plastic scribe to release the cover from the edges. Installing cover Place the cover on the computer. Slide the cover toward the back of the computer to install it. Tighten the thumbscrew to secure the cover to the computer.
  • Page 10: Installing Coin Cell Battery

    Installing coin cell battery Hold the coin cell battery with the "+" sign facing up and slide it under the securing tabs at the positive side of the connector. Press the battery into the connector until it locks into place. Install the cover.
  • Page 11: Removing The 2.5-Inch Drive From The Drive Bracket

    Removing the 2.5–inch drive from the drive bracket Follow the procedure in Before Working Inside Your Computer. Remove the: cover 2.5–inch drive assembly To remove the drive bracket: Pull one side of the drive bracket to disengage the pins on the bracket from the slots on the drive [1] and lift the drive [2]. Installing the drive into the drive bracket Align and insert the pins on the drive bracket with the slots on one side of the drive.
  • Page 12: Installing 2.5-Inch Drive Assembly

    Installing 2.5–inch drive assembly Insert the drive assembly into the slot on the computer. Slide the drive assembly toward the connector until it clicks into place. Install the cover. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer. M.2 PCIe SSD Removing the M.2 PCIe SSD Follow the procedure in Before working inside your...
  • Page 13: Installing The M.2 Pcie Ssd

    Installing the M.2 PCIe SSD Insert the M.2 PCIe SSD to the connector. Press the blue tab to secure the M.2 PCIe SSD. Install the: 2.5–inch drive assembly cover Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer. System fan Removing system fan Follow the procedure in Before working inside your...
  • Page 14: Installing System Fan

    Installing system fan Connect the speaker cable and system fan cable to the connectors on the system board. Place the system fan on the computer and slide the system fan until it clicks into place. Install the cover. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
  • Page 15: Installing Speaker

    Installing speaker Align the slots on the speaker with the slots on the system fan. Tighten the M2.5X4 screws to secure the speaker to the system fan. Route the speaker cable through the retention hooks on the system fan. Install the: system fan cover Follow the procedure in...
  • Page 16: Installing Memory Module

    b Remove the memory module from the socket on the system board [2]. Installing memory module Align the notch on the memory module with the tab on the memory module connector. Insert the memory module into the memory module socket and press it until it clicks into place. Install the: system fan cover...
  • Page 17: Installing Heat Sink

    Loosen the M3 screws that secure the heat sink to the computer [1]. b Lift the heat sink away from the computer [2]. Installing heat sink Place the heat sink on the processor. Tighten the M3 screws to secure the heat sink to the system board. Install the: system fan 2.5–inch drive assembly...
  • Page 18: Installing Processor

    Release the socket lever by pushing the lever down and out from under the tab on the processor shield [1]. b Lift the lever upward and lift the processor shield [2]. CAUTION: The processor socket pins are fragile and can be permanently damaged. Be careful not to bend the pins in the processor socket when removing the processor out of the socket.
  • Page 19: System Board

    2.5–inch drive assembly cover Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer. System board Removing system board Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer. Remove the: cover 2.5–inch drive assembly system fan heat sink processor To remove the plastic tab: Remove the screw that secures the plastic tab to the system board [1].
  • Page 20: Installing System Board

    Installing system board Hold the system board by its edges and angle it toward the back of the computer. Lower the system board into the computer until the connectors at the back of the system board align with the slots on the chassis, and the screw holes on the system board align with the standoffs on the computer.
  • Page 21: System Board Layout

    System board layout CPU socket connector CPU fan connector Internal speaker connector Memory module connectors M.2 WLAN connector Power switch connector Hard drive connector M.2 SSD connector Coin cell battery Service Mode Jumper Clear password jumper Clear CMOS jumper DP/VGA connector (optional) PS/2 serial connector (optional) Removing and installing components...
  • Page 22: Technology And Components

    Technology and components Processors OptiPlex 5050 systems are shipped with Intel 6th generation and 7th generation core processor technology. 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.
  • Page 23: Display Options

    Expand Display adapters. Downloading drivers Turn on the computer. 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.
  • Page 24: Verifying System Memory In Windows 10 And Windows 7

    Verifying system memory in setup Turn on or restart your computer.. 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.
  • Page 25: Usb 3.0/Usb 3.1 Gen 1 (Superspeed Usb)

    Type Data Transfer Rate Category Introduction Year USB 1.1 12 Mbps Full Speed 1998 USB 1.0 1.5 Mbps Low Speed 1996 USB 3.0/USB 3.1 Gen 1 (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.
  • Page 26: Applications

    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) —...
  • Page 27: Hdmi 1.4 Features

    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 •...
  • Page 28: System Setup

    Boot Sequence allows you to bypass the System Setup‐defined boot device order and boot directly to a specific device (for example: optical drive or hard drive). During the Power-on Self Test (POST), when the Dell logo appears, you can: •...
  • Page 29: System And Setup Password

    Table 2. Navigation Keys Keys Navigation Up arrow Moves to the previous field. Down arrow Moves to the next field. <Enter> Allows you to select a value in the selected field (if applicable) or follow the link in the field. Spacebar Expands or collapses a drop‐down list, if applicable.
  • Page 30: Deleting Or Changing An Existing System And/Or Setup Password

    Deleting or changing an existing system and/or setup password Ensure that the Password Status is Unlocked (in the System Setup) before attempting to delete or change the existing System and/or Setup password. You cannot delete or change an existing System or Setup password, if the Password Status is Locked. To enter the System Setup, press F2 immediately after a power-on or reboot.
  • Page 31 Table 4. System Configuration Option Description Integrated NIC Allows you to control the on-board LAN controller. The option ‘Enable UEFI Network Stack’ is not selected by default. The options are: • Disabled • Enabled • Enabled w/PXE (default) NOTE: Depending on the computer and its installed devices, the items listed in this section may or may not appear.
  • Page 32 Table 6. Security Option Description Admin Password Allows you to set, change, and delete the admin password. System Password Allows you to set, change, and delete the system password. Internal HDD-0 Password Allows you to set, change, and delete the computer’s internal HDD. Internal HDD-3 Password Allows you to set, change, and delete the computer’s internal HDD.
  • Page 33 Option Description • Disable (selected by default) • Enable Expert key Management Allows you to manipulate the security key databases only if the system is in Custom Mode. The Enable Custom Mode option is disabled by default. The options are: •...
  • Page 34 C States Control Allows you to enable or disable additional processor sleep states. This option is enabled by default. Limited CPUID Value Allows you to limit the maximum value of the processor standard CPUID function. This options is disable by default. Intel TurboBoost Allows you to enable or disable the Intel TurboBoost mode of the processor.
  • Page 35 Table 11. POST Behavior Option Description Numlock LED Allows you to enable or disable the Numlock feature when your computer starts. This option is enabled by default. Keyboard Errors Allows you to enable or disable the keyboard error reporting when the computer starts. This option is enabled by default.
  • Page 36: Updating The Bios

    It is recommended to update your BIOS (System Setup), on replacing the system board or if an update is available. For laptops, ensure that your computer battery is fully charged and connected to a power outlet Restart the computer. Go to Dell.com/support. Enter the Service Tag or Express Service Code and click Submit. NOTE:...
  • Page 37: Enabling Smart Power On

    Enabling smart power on To enable Smart Power On and the ability to wake a system from S3, S4, and S5 sleep states with a move of a mouse or press of a key on the keyboard, perform these steps: Make sure the following BIOS settings under Power Management setup option are set as mentioned here: •...
  • Page 38: Software

    Optional USB optical drive Downloading drivers Turn on the computer. 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.
  • Page 39: Intel Chipset Drivers

    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. Intel chipset drivers Verify if the Intel chipset drivers are already installed in the computer.
  • Page 40: Troubleshooting Your Computer

    Troubleshooting your computer You can troubleshoot your computer using indicators like diagnostic lights, and error messages during the operation of the computer. Diagnostic power LED codes Table 21. Diagnostic power LED codes Power LED light status Possible cause Troubleshooting steps The computer is either turned •...
  • Page 41: Diagnostic Error Messages

    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. DRIVE NOT READY The operation requires a hard drive in the bay before it can continue.
  • Page 42 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.
  • Page 43 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, Contact Dell. TIME-OF-DAY NOT SET-PLEASE RUN THE SYSTEM SETUP The time or date stored in the system setup program does not PROGRAM match the system clock.
  • Page 44: System Error Messages

    [nnnn]. For help in times for the same error. resolving this problem, please note this checkpoint and contact Dell Technical Support CMOS checksum error RTC is reset, BIOS Setup default has been loaded. CPU fan failure CPU fan has failed.
  • Page 45: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer • Windows 10, click or tap Start > Settings > System > About. Topics: • System specifications • Memory specifications • Video specifications •...
  • Page 46: Video Specifications

    Audio specifications Feature Specification Controller Realtek ALC3234 High Definition Audio Codec (integrated, supports multiple streaming) Speaker (integrated) Dell AX210CR USB Stereo speakers (optional), AC411 External Speakers (optional), AC511 Sound Bar (optional) Internal speaker Integrated amplifier Communication specifications Table 24. Communication specifications...
  • Page 47: Storage Specifications

    Storage specifications Feature Specification Hard drive One 2.5-inch HDD/SSD Options supported: • 2.5” 500GB SATA3 5400 RPM HDD • 2.5” 500GB SATA3 7200 RPM HDD • 2.5” 500GB SATA3 Solid State HYBRID HDD W/8GB FLASH • 2.5” 500GB SATA3 7200 RPM SELF ENCRYPTING DRIVE (OPAL v2.0 compliant) •...
  • Page 48: Power Supply Specifications

    Feature Specification • Serial port Power supply specifications Feature Specification Type 65W power adapter (EPS) Frequency 47 Hz - 63 Hz Voltage 90 VAC - 264 VAC Input current 1.7A /1.0A Coin cell battery 3 V CR2032 lithium coin cell Physical dimension specifications Feature Specification...
  • Page 49 Relative humidity Specifications (maximum) Operating 10 % to 90 % (non condensing) Storage 5 % to 95 % (non condensing) Maximum Specifications vibration: Operating 0.66 GRMS Storage 1.30 GRMS Maximum shock: Specifications Operating 110 G Storage 160 G Altitude Specifications (maximum) Operating –15.2 m to 3048 m (–50 to 10,000 ft)
  • Page 50: Contacting Dell

    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: Go to Dell.com/support.

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