Hard Drive
Tools
These are some common tools used to work on this device. You might not need every tool for every procedure.
Background and Identification
The Dell desktop line carries a variety of desktop computers, with options designed for a multitude of purposes from everyday use to gaming to powerful computing. Dell offers numerous monitors for their desktops, providing users with options that range from $79.99 to $3,749.99 (as of summer 2020). Additionally, Dell sells various accessories for their desktop line, including cables, speakers, and, of course, a variety of computer mice and keyboards.
Dell as a company originated in 1984 when the distant ancestor of modern desktops was created by Michael Dell, a University of Texas at Austin student. Michael Dell subsequently dropped out of school to focus on the company, grossing over $73 million in the first year of business. The Dell Computer Corporation continued to make computer improvements while also growing in size. In 1997, Dell created a computer line optimized for average household use. This was a large transition from the company’s previous lack of focus on the consumer market, and it allowed Dell to become the giant computer corporation it is today.
Dell desktops have various sizes and appearances. All complete desktop setups include the computer tower itself (rectangular housing for internal components like the central processing unit, graphics card, etc.), a monitor (screen), keyboard, and mouse. Dell desktops have the logo on the front of the computer and on the front of the monitor just below the screen.