Removal of outer casing

Make sure u can open the casing well to expose the interior parts without causing any damage. Then by close look at the processor area , that is where the heat sink is located. Normally the dell dimension 2400 has a green channel shaped structure that acts as a passage for the air that enters in and out for cooling the heat sink. It has a locking parts that slides into the casing back by slight pressing to the back of the casing just behind the processor area, be so observant to notice the locking parts. then the fan is just fixed behind that green " channel like" and its fixed on the rear side of the casing,

http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/SYSTEMS/dim3000/en/SM/cvrop.htm#wp1076111

will show you how to remove the side panel.

and here is the rest of the Dell Dimension 3000 manual for info on replacing computer parts.

http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/SYSTEMS/dim3000/en/SM/index.htm

Hi:
There is either a half moon shaped lever on the back of the case to down and the cover pops off, or you have a button on the top and bottom of the case, and the entire case opens like a suitcase.

Dell has a really good support site. You log on, enter your service tag number (on the top of side of your PC) and they will tell you exactly how much ram you support, the type of ram needed and how many slots it has. If it was a matching pair then it should be working, unseat it and reseat it, it may not be in all the way. If still don't show then put it back in the old computer and see if it reads it. If not then the RAM stick got damaged during the move. But no doubt you should be able to handle more that 1GB of RAM. Good Luck, let me know if you have any questions.
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remove outer case of ur cpu white cable will there inside place ur dvd in the top of the cpu connecvt the cables

Countryboy,

On most DELL desktops, there is a button on the top and bottom. If you push those at the same time it releases the catch holding the case together. When they are released the case will fold open, there is no removable panel. it is a hinged mechanism.

Hope this helps you out
Dave

Hi

Dell Dimension 3000 accepts IDE hard drive. Any modern IDE drive should be fine

Check out Dell Dimension 3000 Service Manual for spec and how to remove and install parts.

Mike

hey benny

this is what your cpu looks right ?

so just to answer your question. how to remove sidepanel.

you have to unscrew the screws that is located at the back and gently slide the sidepanel backwards to get it off.

Most of the Dell cases can be opened without tools, it should not be too difficult.

Here's the link to the Dell 3000 support site.
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http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/dim3000/en/SM/index.htm

Take a look at "Removing the Cover"

Next click on then "Removing and Installing Parts" and then click on "Cards".

You should be able to replace your modem with any PCI modem compatible with your operating system. Go to Bestbuy or Officemax and tell them what you're looking for and they'll help you choose a modem that is compatible. Just follow the modem manufacturer's directions to install. Sometimes they want you to install software then hardware, sometimes the opposite. Just follow their directions.

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For opening any Dell PC you would require 2 kinds of screw drivers, either a Small flat-blade screwdriver or a Phillips screwdriver. For further information you can refer the service manual. good luck