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... avoid loss of the computer provide information for common tasks. Turns on when the computer reads or writes data. A flashing light indicates hard drive activity. INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop Your Inspiron 1525/1526 has several indicators, buttons, and features that provide information at the front left of data, never turn on the computer, and blinks when...
... avoid loss of the computer provide information for common tasks. Turns on when the computer reads or writes data. A flashing light indicates hard drive activity. INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop Your Inspiron 1525/1526 has several indicators, buttons, and features that provide information at the front left of data, never turn on the computer, and blinks when...
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Stores software and data. Connect the telephone line to produce hi-definition video and audio. 8 IEEE 1394 connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 17 HDMI (High- Definition Multimedia Interface) connector carries an uncompressed all digital signal to the modem connector. Connects to high-speed serial multimedia devices, such as digital video cameras. 9 Hard Drive - For information on using the modem, see the online modem documentation supplied with your computer. 7 HDMI connector - 6 Modem connector -
Stores software and data. Connect the telephone line to produce hi-definition video and audio. 8 IEEE 1394 connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 17 HDMI (High- Definition Multimedia Interface) connector carries an uncompressed all digital signal to the modem connector. Connects to high-speed serial multimedia devices, such as digital video cameras. 9 Hard Drive - For information on using the modem, see the online modem documentation supplied with your computer. 7 HDMI connector - 6 Modem connector -
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...sounds window. Customizing the Desktop in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or on your computer. Check your purchase order for software installed on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. To access the display properties window: 1. Right-...projectors, and home theater equipment. Your optical disc drive may support multiple disc media formats including CDs and DVDs. Click Personalize, to change the appearance, resolution, wallpaper, screensaver, and so on . Using Your Inspiron Laptop Software Features NOTE: For more about your customization options...
...sounds window. Customizing the Desktop in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or on your computer. Check your purchase order for software installed on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. To access the display properties window: 1. Right-...projectors, and home theater equipment. Your optical disc drive may support multiple disc media formats including CDs and DVDs. Click Personalize, to change the appearance, resolution, wallpaper, screensaver, and so on . Using Your Inspiron Laptop Software Features NOTE: For more about your customization options...
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... until the computer turns off . If you have other software problems - • Back up your files immediately. • Use a virus-scanning program to check the hard drive or CDs. • Save and close any open files or programs and shut down your computer through the Start menu. • Check the software documentation...
... until the computer turns off . If you have other software problems - • Back up your files immediately. • Use a virus-scanning program to check the hard drive or CDs. • Save and close any open files or programs and shut down your computer through the Start menu. • Check the software documentation...
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...Information, Upgrades & Accessories) The top of the Dell Support Center home page displays your hard drive or on your system's model number along with its service tag and express service code. INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center helps you find service, support, ...a System Message that will help you need. For more information about the Dell Support Center, see the Dell Technology Guide on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. For more information about Dell Support Center and available support tools, click the Services tab at support...
...Information, Upgrades & Accessories) The top of the Dell Support Center home page displays your hard drive or on your system's model number along with its service tag and express service code. INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center helps you find service, support, ...a System Message that will help you need. For more information about the Dell Support Center, see the Dell Technology Guide on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. For more information about Dell Support Center and available support tools, click the Services tab at support...
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.... See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at booting this checkpoint and contact Dell Technical Support - No bootable partition on hard disk drive, the hard disk drive cable is loose, or no bootable device exists. • If the hard drive is your boot device, ensure that ...the cables are connected and that the drive is installed properly and partitioned...
.... See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at booting this checkpoint and contact Dell Technical Support - No bootable partition on hard disk drive, the hard disk drive cable is loose, or no bootable device exists. • If the hard drive is your boot device, ensure that ...the cables are connected and that the drive is installed properly and partitioned...
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... the USB device. To start the search. 3. Type hardware troubleshooter in the BIOS setup (see "Contacting Dell" on page 50 for it to start the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1. Your USB device needs more power for assistance). Hard Drive SELF MONITORING SYSTEM has reported that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps...
... the USB device. To start the search. 3. Type hardware troubleshooter in the BIOS setup (see "Contacting Dell" on page 50 for it to start the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1. Your USB device needs more power for assistance). Hard Drive SELF MONITORING SYSTEM has reported that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps...
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...the device that is known to be working properly. 2. NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, see "Contacting Dell" on (or restart) your hard drive. Ensure that the computer is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on your computer. 3. Turn on page 50. 1. NOTE... displays in the Service Manual to an electrical outlet that you contact Dell for technical assistance. Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. 36 Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is connected to review your computer, perform the checks in "Lockups...
...the device that is known to be working properly. 2. NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, see "Contacting Dell" on (or restart) your hard drive. Ensure that the computer is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on your computer. 3. Turn on page 50. 1. NOTE... displays in the Service Manual to an electrical outlet that you contact Dell for technical assistance. Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. 36 Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is connected to review your computer, perform the checks in "Lockups...
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... Drivers and Utilities Media 1. On the next start the CD menu and press to run. 37 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive. Shut down your computer. 7. NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for your computer and try again. When the boot...
... Drivers and Utilities Media 1. On the next start the CD menu and press to run. 37 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive. Shut down your computer. 7. NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for your computer and try again. When the boot...
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Use System Restore as the first solution for restoring your operating system and preserving data files. • Dell Factory Image Restore and Dell PC Restore returns your hard drive to the operating state it to restore your operating system. Use the procedures only if System Restore did ...makes to your operating system problem. System Restore does not monitor your data files. Both procedures permanently delete all data on the hard drive and remove any programs installed after you purchased the computer. System Restore The Windows operating systems provide a System Restore option which...
Use System Restore as the first solution for restoring your operating system and preserving data files. • Dell Factory Image Restore and Dell PC Restore returns your hard drive to the operating state it to restore your operating system. Use the procedures only if System Restore did ...makes to your operating system problem. System Restore does not monitor your data files. Both procedures permanently delete all data on the hard drive and remove any programs installed after you purchased the computer. System Restore The Windows operating systems provide a System Restore option which...
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...files added since you purchased the computer. Follow the instructions on the hard drive and removes any files or programs until the system restoration is complete. 1. Windows XP: Using Dell™ PC Restore NOTICE: Using Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all open files and exit any open programs...received your computer-including data files-are permanently deleted from the hard drive. Data 40 Use PC Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system. NOTE: Dell PC Restore by Symantec and Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in certain countries or...
...files added since you purchased the computer. Follow the instructions on the hard drive and removes any files or programs until the system restoration is complete. 1. Windows XP: Using Dell™ PC Restore NOTICE: Using Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all open files and exit any open programs...received your computer-including data files-are permanently deleted from the hard drive. Data 40 Use PC Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system. NOTE: Dell PC Restore by Symantec and Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in certain countries or...
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... removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your operating system. These options restore your hard drive to restore your computer. Dell Factory Image Restore 1. The System Recovery Options window appears. 4. Any programs or files added since you purchased the computer. ...Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your computer-including data files-are permanently deleted from the hard drive. Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 5. When the Dell logo appears, press several times to access the Vista Advanced Boot Options Window. 2. To access the command...
... removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your operating system. These options restore your hard drive to restore your computer. Dell Factory Image Restore 1. The System Recovery Options window appears. 4. Any programs or files added since you purchased the computer. ...Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your computer-including data files-are permanently deleted from the hard drive. Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 5. When the Dell logo appears, press several times to access the Vista Advanced Boot Options Window. 2. To access the command...
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..., you need to return your primary hard drive. The restore process begins and may need the following items: • Dell Operating System media • Dell Drivers and Utilities media 43 If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 7. NOTICE: Before performing...
..., you need to return your primary hard drive. The restore process begins and may need the following items: • Dell Operating System media • Dell Drivers and Utilities media 43 If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 7. NOTICE: Before performing...
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INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your warranty. NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void ... e-mail. run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall Notebook System Software (NSS), or update drivers for your computer with new or additional memory, or a new hard drive. the Dell Technology Guide installed on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com. learn more about your hard drive. reinstall or replace a worn or defective part.
INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your warranty. NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void ... e-mail. run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall Notebook System Software (NSS), or update drivers for your computer with new or additional memory, or a new hard drive. the Dell Technology Guide installed on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com. learn more about your hard drive. reinstall or replace a worn or defective part.
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...) Storage 5% to 90% (noncondensing) Maximum vibration (using a random-vibration spectrum that simulates user environment): Operating 0.66 GRMS Basic Specifications Computer Environment Maximum shock (measured with hard drive in head-parked position and a 2-ms half-sine pulse): Operating 110 G Storage 163 G Altitude (maximum): Operating -15.2 to 3048 m (-50 to 10,000 ft) Storage...
...) Storage 5% to 90% (noncondensing) Maximum vibration (using a random-vibration spectrum that simulates user environment): Operating 0.66 GRMS Basic Specifications Computer Environment Maximum shock (measured with hard drive in head-parked position and a 2-ms half-sine pulse): Operating 110 G Storage 163 G Altitude (maximum): Operating -15.2 to 3048 m (-50 to 10,000 ft) Storage...
Owner's Manual
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Network Assistant 101 PC TuneUp 101 PC CheckUp 102 Drive Problems 102 Optical drive problems 103 Hard drive problems 104 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 104 Error Messages 106 ExpressCard Problems 111 IEEE 1394 Device Problems 111 Keyboard...crashes repeatedly 114 A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system . . . . . 114 A solid blue screen appears 114 Dell MediaDirect problems 114 Other software problems 115 Memory Problems 116 Network Problems 116 Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN 117 Power Problems 118 8 Contents
Network Assistant 101 PC TuneUp 101 PC CheckUp 102 Drive Problems 102 Optical drive problems 103 Hard drive problems 104 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 104 Error Messages 106 ExpressCard Problems 111 IEEE 1394 Device Problems 111 Keyboard...crashes repeatedly 114 A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system . . . . . 114 A solid blue screen appears 114 Dell MediaDirect problems 114 Other software problems 115 Memory Problems 116 Network Problems 116 Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN 117 Power Problems 118 8 Contents
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Hard Drive 135 Removing the Hard Drive 136 Replacing the Hard Drive 137 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 137 Optical Drive 138 Removing the Optical Drive 138 Replacing the Optical Drive 138 Hinge Cover 139 Removing the Hinge Cover 139 Replacing the Hinge Cover 140 Keyboard 140 Removing the Keyboard 141 Replacing the Keyboard 142 Memory ...
Hard Drive 135 Removing the Hard Drive 136 Replacing the Hard Drive 137 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 137 Optical Drive 138 Removing the Optical Drive 138 Replacing the Optical Drive 138 Hinge Cover 139 Removing the Hinge Cover 139 Replacing the Hinge Cover 140 Keyboard 140 Removing the Keyboard 141 Replacing the Keyboard 142 Memory ...
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... Downloads, or under Downloads Search, search for components, such as the memory, hard drive, and operating system • Customer Care - Service call and order status, and warranty and repair information • Service and support - Troubleshooting hints and Dell Support Website - Online discussion with support • Dell Technical Update Service - Find It Here • Solutions -
... Downloads, or under Downloads Search, search for components, such as the memory, hard drive, and operating system • Customer Care - Service call and order status, and warranty and repair information • Service and support - Troubleshooting hints and Dell Support Website - Online discussion with support • Dell Technical Update Service - Find It Here • Solutions -
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Turns on when you turn off the computer while the light is flashing. Hard drive activity light - Battery status light - To enable or disable wireless networking, use the wireless switch (see "wireless switch" on the computer, and blinks when the ...
Turns on when you turn off the computer while the light is flashing. Hard drive activity light - Battery status light - To enable or disable wireless networking, use the wireless switch (see "wireless switch" on the computer, and blinks when the ...
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... computer (see "Security Cable Lock" on or off. Left Side View 1 23 4 56 78 9 1 security cable slot 3 USB connectors (2) 5 network connector (RJ-45) 7 HDMI connector 9 hard drive 2 AC power adapter 4 video connector (VGA) 6 modem connector (RJ-11) 8 IEEE 1394a connector S E C U R I T Y C A B L E S L O T -
... computer (see "Security Cable Lock" on or off. Left Side View 1 23 4 56 78 9 1 security cable slot 3 USB connectors (2) 5 network connector (RJ-45) 7 HDMI connector 9 hard drive 2 AC power adapter 4 video connector (VGA) 6 modem connector (RJ-11) 8 IEEE 1394a connector S E C U R I T Y C A B L E S L O T -
