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...6 Connect the Network Cable (optional 7 Press the Power Button 7 Microsoft® Windows® Setup 8 Connect to the Internet (Optional 8 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 12 Device Status Lights 12 Right Side Features 14 Left Side Features 16 Front Side Features 18 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 19 Media Controls... 21 Removing and Replacing the Battery 22 Software Features 23 Solving Problems 26 Network Problems 26 Power Problems 28 Memory Problems 29 Lockups and Software Problems 30 Dell Support Center 33 System Messages 33 Using Support Tools 33 Hardware Troubleshooter 35...
...6 Connect the Network Cable (optional 7 Press the Power Button 7 Microsoft® Windows® Setup 8 Connect to the Internet (Optional 8 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 12 Device Status Lights 12 Right Side Features 14 Left Side Features 16 Front Side Features 18 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 19 Media Controls... 21 Removing and Replacing the Battery 22 Software Features 23 Solving Problems 26 Network Problems 26 Power Problems 28 Memory Problems 29 Lockups and Software Problems 30 Dell Support Center 33 System Messages 33 Using Support Tools 33 Hardware Troubleshooter 35...
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... • Multi Media Card (MMC) • Memory Stick • Memory Stick PRO • xD-Picture Card (type - For more information, see the Dell Technology Guide. 2 Media Controls - M and type - The settings for this keyboard can be personalized by using Dell QuickSet. xD 8-in-1 Media card reader - H) Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features 2 1 1 Keyboard...
... • Multi Media Card (MMC) • Memory Stick • Memory Stick PRO • xD-Picture Card (type - For more information, see the Dell Technology Guide. 2 Media Controls - M and type - The settings for this keyboard can be personalized by using Dell QuickSet. xD 8-in-1 Media card reader - H) Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features 2 1 1 Keyboard...
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... on the trackpad or a connected mouse, or press the power button to remove and then reinstall the memory modules (for information on removing and replacing memory modules, see "Contacting Dell" on . The computer is in standby mode. Also temporarily bypass power protection devices, power strips, and...computer is solid amber - If the power light is blinking white - The display may have to resume normal operation. For assistance contact Dell, see the Service Manual on . You may not be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. If the power light is blinking amber - The computer...
... on the trackpad or a connected mouse, or press the power button to remove and then reinstall the memory modules (for information on removing and replacing memory modules, see "Contacting Dell" on . The computer is in standby mode. Also temporarily bypass power protection devices, power strips, and...computer is solid amber - If the power light is blinking white - The display may have to resume normal operation. For assistance contact Dell, see the Service Manual on . You may not be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. If the power light is blinking amber - The computer...
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... the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). • Reseat the memory modules (See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). • Check if the memory module is compatible with your computer is creating interference by your computer - Your computer supports DDR2 memory. For more information about the...
... the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). • Reseat the memory modules (See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). • Check if the memory module is compatible with your computer is creating interference by your computer - Your computer supports DDR2 memory. For more information about the...
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... start up - If a program stops responding - If you are unable to the electrical outlet. Solving Problems • Reseat the memory modules (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com) to ensure that your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the... no longer responding 4. NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on your keyboard or moving your computer is successfully communicating with the memory. Click End Task.
... start up - If a program stops responding - If you are unable to the electrical outlet. Solving Problems • Reseat the memory modules (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com) to ensure that your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the... no longer responding 4. NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on your keyboard or moving your computer is successfully communicating with the memory. Click End Task.
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... Drivers and documentation updates can be found on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. upgrade your Operating System disc. See: your computer with new or additional memory, or a new hard drive. the Service Manual on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com. learn more about your hard drive. the ... Notebook System Software (NSS), or update drivers for your warranty. Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your operating system. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your computer. 52
... Drivers and documentation updates can be found on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. upgrade your Operating System disc. See: your computer with new or additional memory, or a new hard drive. the Service Manual on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com. learn more about your hard drive. the ... Notebook System Software (NSS), or update drivers for your warranty. Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your operating system. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your computer. 52
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... SO-DIMM sockets Capacities Memory type Minimum memory 512 MB Maximum memory 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB 667 MHz DDR2 SODIMM 1 GB, 1.5 GB, 2 GB, 3 GB, 4 GB 4 GB NOTE: For instructions on upgrading your memory, see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. NOTE: In ...order to take advantage of the dual channel bandwidth capability, both memory slots must be populated and must match in size. 55
... SO-DIMM sockets Capacities Memory type Minimum memory 512 MB Maximum memory 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB 667 MHz DDR2 SODIMM 1 GB, 1.5 GB, 2 GB, 3 GB, 4 GB 4 GB NOTE: For instructions on upgrading your memory, see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. NOTE: In ...order to take advantage of the dual channel bandwidth capability, both memory slots must be populated and must match in size. 55
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Video video controller video memory LCD interface TV support ATI Radeon® X1270 Graphics Controller (AMD) or Intel 965 GM (Intel) dynamic based on system memory capacity LVDS NTSC or PAL in S-video, composite, and component modes Basic Specifications Camera (optional) Pixel Video resolution Diagonal viewing angle Audio Audio type Audio controller Internal Interface External Interface 2.0 megapixel 640x480 at 30fps 66° 2 channel High Definition Audio Sigmatel STAC9228 Codec Intel High Definition Audio microphone-in connector, stereo headphones/ speakers connector 57
Video video controller video memory LCD interface TV support ATI Radeon® X1270 Graphics Controller (AMD) or Intel 965 GM (Intel) dynamic based on system memory capacity LVDS NTSC or PAL in S-video, composite, and component modes Basic Specifications Camera (optional) Pixel Video resolution Diagonal viewing angle Audio Audio type Audio controller Internal Interface External Interface 2.0 megapixel 640x480 at 30fps 66° 2 channel High Definition Audio Sigmatel STAC9228 Codec Intel High Definition Audio microphone-in connector, stereo headphones/ speakers connector 57
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Dell support website 53 Dell Technology Guide for further information 52 Diagnostic Checklist 49 drivers and downloads 53 DVDs, playing and creating 23 E email addresses for technical support 47 energy conserving 24 expansion bus 56 F finding more information 52 FTP login, anonymous 47 H hardware problems diagnosing 35 Hardware Troubleshooter 35 help getting assistance and support 46 I Internet connection 8 ISP Internet Service Provider 8 M memory problems solving 29 memory support 55 Index 65
Dell support website 53 Dell Technology Guide for further information 52 Diagnostic Checklist 49 drivers and downloads 53 DVDs, playing and creating 23 E email addresses for technical support 47 energy conserving 24 expansion bus 56 F finding more information 52 FTP login, anonymous 47 H hardware problems diagnosing 35 Hardware Troubleshooter 35 help getting assistance and support 46 I Internet connection 8 ISP Internet Service Provider 8 M memory problems solving 29 memory support 55 Index 65
Owner's Manual
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... a Video 76 8 Using Cards 77 ExpressCards 77 ExpressCard Blanks 78 Installing an ExpressCard 78 Removing an ExpressCard or Blank 79 Memory Card Reader 79 Memory Card Blanks 79 Installing a Memory Card 80 Removing a Memory Card or Blank 81 9 Setting Up and Using Networks 83 Connecting a Network or Broadband Modem Cable 83 Setting Up a Network...
... a Video 76 8 Using Cards 77 ExpressCards 77 ExpressCard Blanks 78 Installing an ExpressCard 78 Removing an ExpressCard or Blank 79 Memory Card Reader 79 Memory Card Blanks 79 Installing a Memory Card 80 Removing a Memory Card or Blank 81 9 Setting Up and Using Networks 83 Connecting a Network or Broadband Modem Cable 83 Setting Up a Network...
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... A program stops responding or 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
... A program stops responding or 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 142 Removing Memory Module 142 Replacing Memory Module 144 Subscriber Identity Module (Optional 146 Wireless Mini-Cards 147 Removing Mini-Card 147 Replacing Mini-Card 149 Flash Cache Module...
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 142 Removing Memory Module 142 Replacing Memory Module 144 Subscriber Identity Module (Optional 146 Wireless Mini-Cards 147 Removing Mini-Card 147 Replacing Mini-Card 149 Flash Cache Module...
Owner's Manual
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... USB devices. NSS is necessary for correct 2 Enter your Service Tag or product model, and then click Go. 3 Select your Dell computer. may vary depending on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers • Downloads - Computer documentation, details on your...8226; Notebook System Software (NSS) - Online discussion with support • Dell Technical Update Service - NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface operation of software and hardware updates for components, such as the memory, hard drive, and operating system • Customer Care - What Are You...
... USB devices. NSS is necessary for correct 2 Enter your Service Tag or product model, and then click Go. 3 Select your Dell computer. may vary depending on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers • Downloads - Computer documentation, details on your...8226; Notebook System Software (NSS) - Online discussion with support • Dell Technical Update Service - NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface operation of software and hardware updates for components, such as the memory, hard drive, and operating system • Customer Care - What Are You...
Owner's Manual
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...• MultiMediaCard (MMC) • Memory Stick • Memory Stick PRO • xD-Picture Card • Hi Speed-SD • Hi Density-SD A N A L O G M I A C A R D R E A D E R - Integrated single microphone for using the Dell Travel Remote. Infrared sensor for conferencing... and chat. For more information about the keyboard, see "Using the Keyboard and Touchpad" on a media memory card. AUDIO CONNECTORS Attach headphones to the connector Attach a microphone to view and ...
...• MultiMediaCard (MMC) • Memory Stick • Memory Stick PRO • xD-Picture Card • Hi Speed-SD • Hi Density-SD A N A L O G M I A C A R D R E A D E R - Integrated single microphone for using the Dell Travel Remote. Infrared sensor for conferencing... and chat. For more information about the keyboard, see "Using the Keyboard and Touchpad" on a media memory card. AUDIO CONNECTORS Attach headphones to the connector Attach a microphone to view and ...
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...S S O R / M E M O R Y M O D U L E / M I N I V E - Bottom View 12 3 5 4 1 battery 3 processor/memory module/mini-card compartment 5 optical drive 2 battery release latch 4 hard drive B A T T E R Y - For more information about the optical drive, see "Using a Battery" ... 45). Releases the battery (see "Wireless Mini-Cards" on page 49 for instructions). B A T T E R Y R E L E A S E L A T C H - Compartment that contains the memory modules, WLAN, WWAN, Ultra Wideband (UWB) cards or Flash Cache Module (FCM) (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 147). O P T I C A L D R I V E -
...S S O R / M E M O R Y M O D U L E / M I N I V E - Bottom View 12 3 5 4 1 battery 3 processor/memory module/mini-card compartment 5 optical drive 2 battery release latch 4 hard drive B A T T E R Y - For more information about the optical drive, see "Using a Battery" ... 45). Releases the battery (see "Wireless Mini-Cards" on page 49 for instructions). B A T T E R Y R E L E A S E L A T C H - Compartment that contains the memory modules, WLAN, WWAN, Ultra Wideband (UWB) cards or Flash Cache Module (FCM) (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 147). O P T I C A L D R I V E -
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...for information about accessing Windows Power Options Properties or Dell QuickSet, which it is used, you perform operations including, but not limited to, the following: • Using optical drives. • Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, media memory cards, or USB devices. • Using ... new battery during the life of your computer to an electrical outlet when writing to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your Dell™ portable computer with your computer. Depending on operating conditions. Battery operating time varies depending on how often the battery...
...for information about accessing Windows Power Options Properties or Dell QuickSet, which it is used, you perform operations including, but not limited to, the following: • Using optical drives. • Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, media memory cards, or USB devices. • Using ... new battery during the life of your computer to an electrical outlet when writing to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your Dell™ portable computer with your computer. Depending on operating conditions. Battery operating time varies depending on how often the battery...
Owner's Manual
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... digital media. When your computer is an instant-on multimedia playback mode for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on using too much memory and preventing media playback, adjust the display properties: 1 Click Start →Control Panel→Appearance and Personalization. 2 Under ... (16 bit). 5 Click OK. You need the installation software to launch Dell MediaDirect. For more information on page 160). Using Dell MediaDirect™ Dell MediaDirect is turned off or in the Dell MediaDirect application. 58 Using Multimedia Adjusting the Picture If an error message notifies ...
... digital media. When your computer is an instant-on multimedia playback mode for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on using too much memory and preventing media playback, adjust the display properties: 1 Click Start →Control Panel→Appearance and Personalization. 2 Under ... (16 bit). 5 Click OK. You need the installation software to launch Dell MediaDirect. For more information on page 160). Using Dell MediaDirect™ Dell MediaDirect is turned off or in the Dell MediaDirect application. 58 Using Multimedia Adjusting the Picture If an error message notifies ...
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... For example, you can add an ExpressCard to make wireless wide area network (WWAN) connectivity available on supported ExpressCards. Using Cards ExpressCards ExpressCards provide additional memory, wired and wireless communications, multimedia and security features. The 54 mm card only fits into both the 34 mm and 54 mm card slots. See...
... For example, you can add an ExpressCard to make wireless wide area network (WWAN) connectivity available on supported ExpressCards. Using Cards ExpressCards ExpressCards provide additional memory, wired and wireless communications, multimedia and security features. The 54 mm card only fits into both the 34 mm and 54 mm card slots. See...
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.... Save a blank to remove it from dust and other particles. The 8-in-1 memory card reader reads the following memory cards: • Secure Digital (SD) • SDIO • MultiMediaCard (MMC) • Memory Stick • Memory Stick PRO • xD-Picture Card • Hi Speed-SD • Hi ... with a plastic blank installed in the Product Information Guide. Remove the blank before installing a media memory card. To remove the blank, see "Removing a Memory Card or Blank" on a memory card. Removing an ExpressCard or Blank CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section...
.... Save a blank to remove it from dust and other particles. The 8-in-1 memory card reader reads the following memory cards: • Secure Digital (SD) • SDIO • MultiMediaCard (MMC) • Memory Stick • Memory Stick PRO • xD-Picture Card • Hi Speed-SD • Hi ... with a plastic blank installed in the Product Information Guide. Remove the blank before installing a media memory card. To remove the blank, see "Removing a Memory Card or Blank" on a memory card. Removing an ExpressCard or Blank CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section...
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...begin any of the card facing up. 2 Slide the card into the slot. The cards are generally marked with the card. The computer recognizes the memory card and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. If card orientation is not clear, see the documentation that came with a symbol (such as a triangle...arrow) or a label to indicate which end to insert into the slot until the card is running. Check the card orientation and try again. Memory cards are keyed to load the manufacturer's drivers, use the media that came with the top side of the procedures in this section, follow the...
...begin any of the card facing up. 2 Slide the card into the slot. The cards are generally marked with the card. The computer recognizes the memory card and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. If card orientation is not clear, see the documentation that came with a symbol (such as a triangle...arrow) or a label to indicate which end to insert into the slot until the card is running. Check the card orientation and try again. Memory cards are keyed to load the manufacturer's drivers, use the media that came with the top side of the procedures in this section, follow the...