Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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...3-prong plugs to provide an earth grounding connection. These power cables may be equipped with this product during an electrical storm. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) • To help prevent electric shock, plug the AC adapter and device power cables into ...has a modem RJ-11 connector and a network RJ-45 connector, insert the telephone cable into properly grounded power sources. If you open the memory module cover or Mini PCI card/modem cover on battery power. • If your computer with a soft cloth dampened with a minimum wire size...
...3-prong plugs to provide an earth grounding connection. These power cables may be equipped with this product during an electrical storm. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) • To help prevent electric shock, plug the AC adapter and device power cables into ...has a modem RJ-11 connector and a network RJ-45 connector, insert the telephone cable into properly grounded power sources. If you open the memory module cover or Mini PCI card/modem cover on battery power. • If your computer with a soft cloth dampened with a minimum wire size...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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... from your body before you board the aircraft and follow the airline's specific instructions as a memory module. If you prefer, you can do so by airline personnel with Dell TrueMobile™ or some other reproductive harm. For parallel printers, a cable is equipped with ... flight, for example, takeoff and landing. In order to the operation of your Dell portable computer is available from Dell at its worldwide website at www.dell.com. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) Air Travel • Certain Federal Aviation Administration...
... from your body before you board the aircraft and follow the airline's specific instructions as a memory module. If you prefer, you can do so by airline personnel with Dell TrueMobile™ or some other reproductive harm. For parallel printers, a cable is equipped with ... flight, for example, takeoff and landing. In order to the operation of your Dell portable computer is available from Dell at its worldwide website at www.dell.com. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) Air Travel • Certain Federal Aviation Administration...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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... U s i n g Yo u r C o m p ut e r 15 Also, before you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its pins. • When preparing to remove a memory module from the system board or disconnect a device from environmental hazards such as baggage. You can put the hard drive through an X-ray security machine, but..., and then wait 5 seconds before proceeding to help avoid possible damage to install the drive in a nonconducting material, such as a memory module by hand, be sure to have the drive checked by its edges, not its strain-relief loop, not on the computer. •...
... U s i n g Yo u r C o m p ut e r 15 Also, before you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its pins. • When preparing to remove a memory module from the system board or disconnect a device from environmental hazards such as baggage. You can put the hard drive through an X-ray security machine, but..., and then wait 5 seconds before proceeding to help avoid possible damage to install the drive in a nonconducting material, such as a memory module by hand, be sure to have the drive checked by its edges, not its strain-relief loop, not on the computer. •...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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...any attached devices. 2 Disconnect your computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com When Using Your Computer (continued) • Clean the display with a soft, clean cloth and water. When Working Inside Your Computer Before removing or installing memory modules, Mini PCI cards, modems, keyboards, or CD... computer is not operating properly, contact Dell (see page 80. To access the help prevent possible damage to the system board. 1 Shut down your computer and turn off the computer before disconnecting a device or removing a memory module, Mini PCI card, modem, keyboard,...
...any attached devices. 2 Disconnect your computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com When Using Your Computer (continued) • Clean the display with a soft, clean cloth and water. When Working Inside Your Computer Before removing or installing memory modules, Mini PCI cards, modems, keyboards, or CD... computer is not operating properly, contact Dell (see page 80. To access the help prevent possible damage to the system board. 1 Shut down your computer and turn off the computer before disconnecting a device or removing a memory module, Mini PCI card, modem, keyboard,...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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... Using Your Computer (continued) 4 Ground yourself by touching the unpainted metal surface of the I /O panel. While you work inside your computer's electronic components, such as a memory module. You can harm electronic components inside the computer, periodically touch an I /O panel to dissipate any static charge your body. • When transporting a sensitive component, first...
... Using Your Computer (continued) 4 Ground yourself by touching the unpainted metal surface of the I /O panel. While you work inside your computer's electronic components, such as a memory module. You can harm electronic components inside the computer, periodically touch an I /O panel to dissipate any static charge your body. • When transporting a sensitive component, first...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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Bottom View modem/Mini PCI card cover battery/battery bay hard drive air vent battery latch release memory module cover M O D E M / M I N I P C I C AR D C OV E R - Covers the compartment that contains the modem and Mini PCI card. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NETWORK CONNECTOR NOTICE: The network connector is slightly larger than the modem connector. To avoid damaging...
Bottom View modem/Mini PCI card cover battery/battery bay hard drive air vent battery latch release memory module cover M O D E M / M I N I P C I C AR D C OV E R - Covers the compartment that contains the modem and Mini PCI card. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NETWORK CONNECTOR NOTICE: The network connector is slightly larger than the modem connector. To avoid damaging...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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Do not store your computer in the air vents. Covers the compartment that contains the memory module(s) and the CD or DVD drive latch release. Stores software and data. NOTE: The fan runs constantly, and fan speed may vary depending on usage. ...
Do not store your computer in the air vents. Covers the compartment that contains the memory module(s) and the CD or DVD drive latch release. Stores software and data. NOTE: The fan runs constantly, and fan speed may vary depending on usage. ...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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...standby in the Help and Support Center. Contact Dell (see page 100). A D J U S T T H E PO W E R P R O P E R T I N T E R F E R E N C E - Charge time is significantly longer if the computer is on but the display remains blank, reseat the memory modules (see page 126). If the battery status ... too hot to room temperature. If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the computer turns on . If battery life is low or depleted. www.dell.com | support.dell.com C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y S T A T U S L I C A L O U T L E T - TE S T T H E E L E C T R I G H...
...standby in the Help and Support Center. Contact Dell (see page 100). A D J U S T T H E PO W E R P R O P E R T I N T E R F E R E N C E - Charge time is significantly longer if the computer is on but the display remains blank, reseat the memory modules (see page 126). If the battery status ... too hot to room temperature. If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the computer turns on . If battery life is low or depleted. www.dell.com | support.dell.com C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y S T A T U S L I C A L O U T L E T - TE S T T H E E L E C T R I G H...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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..., verify that it in a dry area at the circuit breaker before continuing with the rest of the hardware and software support provided by Dell. Use the utmost caution when removing wet cables from the electrical outlet. 2 Turn off any attached external devices, and disconnect them in ... the computer dry for a description of this procedure. If you turn off the display. 8 Remove the hard drive (see page 104). 9 Remove the memory module(s) (see page 40), disconnect the AC adapter from the computer, and then disconnect the AC adapter from a live power source. 1 Shut down the computer...
..., verify that it in a dry area at the circuit breaker before continuing with the rest of the hardware and software support provided by Dell. Use the utmost caution when removing wet cables from the electrical outlet. 2 Turn off any attached external devices, and disconnect them in ... the computer dry for a description of this procedure. If you turn off the display. 8 Remove the hard drive (see page 104). 9 Remove the memory module(s) (see page 40), disconnect the AC adapter from the computer, and then disconnect the AC adapter from a live power source. 1 Shut down the computer...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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... one of the metal connectors on the back of specialized commands that only its driver recognizes. 88 So l vi n g Pro b l em s www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: See "Limited Warranties and Return Policy" on page 147 for information on your warranty coverage. If the computer does not start , or... it is a program that use the device. Drivers What Is a Driver? Each device has its own set of the computer. 12 Replace the memory module(s), the memory module cover, and the screw(s). 13 Replace the hard drive. 14 Replace any open programs, and shut down the computer (see page 126).
... one of the metal connectors on the back of specialized commands that only its driver recognizes. 88 So l vi n g Pro b l em s www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: See "Limited Warranties and Return Policy" on page 147 for information on your warranty coverage. If the computer does not start , or... it is a program that use the device. Drivers What Is a Driver? Each device has its own set of the computer. 12 Replace the memory module(s), the memory module cover, and the screw(s). 13 Replace the hard drive. 14 Replace any open programs, and shut down the computer (see page 126).
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com Before You Add or Replace Parts CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety instructions at the front of the computer. Continue to ... your computer. 1 Complete the instructions in the preceding section, "Before You Add or Replace Parts." 2 Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screw in the memory module cover, and lift the cover away from the electrical outlet. 4 Wait 10 to prevent scratching the computer cover. 2 Save and close any open programs, and...
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Before You Add or Replace Parts CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety instructions at the front of the computer. Continue to ... your computer. 1 Complete the instructions in the preceding section, "Before You Add or Replace Parts." 2 Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screw in the memory module cover, and lift the cover away from the electrical outlet. 4 Wait 10 to prevent scratching the computer cover. 2 Save and close any open programs, and...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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captive screw memory module cover 3 If you are covered under your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory module connector until the module pops up. NOTE: Memory modules purchased from the connector. securing clips memory module Adding and Re placing Parts 101 b Remove the module from Dell are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module: a Use your computer warranty.
captive screw memory module cover 3 If you are covered under your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory module connector until the module pops up. NOTE: Memory modules purchased from the connector. securing clips memory module Adding and Re placing Parts 101 b Remove the module from Dell are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module: a Use your computer warranty.
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: If the memory module is difficult to your computer. 6 Insert the battery into the slot at a 45-degree angle, and rotate the module down until it . 5 Replace the cover. NOTICE: If the memory module cover is not installed properly, the computer may damage your computer...properly. As the computer boots, it . No error message indicates this failure. 4 Ground yourself and install the new memory module: a Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in the computer, click the Start button, click Help and Support, and then click Computer...
www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: If the memory module is difficult to your computer. 6 Insert the battery into the slot at a 45-degree angle, and rotate the module down until it . 5 Replace the cover. NOTICE: If the memory module cover is not installed properly, the computer may damage your computer...properly. As the computer boots, it . No error message indicates this failure. 4 Ground yourself and install the new memory module: a Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in the computer, click the Start button, click Help and Support, and then click Computer...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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... to Dell Return your old hard drive to install the drivers and utilities for your computer (see page 89). foam packaging hard drive CD or DVD Drive 1 Complete the instructions in "Before You Add or Replace Parts" on page 100. 2 Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screw in the memory module cover...
... to Dell Return your old hard drive to install the drivers and utilities for your computer (see page 89). foam packaging hard drive CD or DVD Drive 1 Complete the instructions in "Before You Add or Replace Parts" on page 100. 2 Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screw in the memory module cover...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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lever CD or DVD drive screw 4 Press the lever next to the memory module connectors in the direction of the arrow on the lever (towards the drive) to the memory module cover. Adding and Re placing Parts 107 captive screw memory module cover 3 Remove the screw labeled "O" next to release the drive.
lever CD or DVD drive screw 4 Press the lever next to the memory module connectors in the direction of the arrow on the lever (towards the drive) to the memory module cover. Adding and Re placing Parts 107 captive screw memory module cover 3 Remove the screw labeled "O" next to release the drive.
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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Keyboard 1 Complete the instructions in step 3. 8 Replace the memory module cover and screw. hinge cover 3 Lift the hinge cover up and away from the hinges and bottom case. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 5 Pull the drive out of the bay. 6 Slide the new drive into the bay until the drive is fully seated. 7 Replace...
Keyboard 1 Complete the instructions in step 3. 8 Replace the memory module cover and screw. hinge cover 3 Lift the hinge cover up and away from the hinges and bottom case. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 5 Pull the drive out of the bay. 6 Slide the new drive into the bay until the drive is fully seated. 7 Replace...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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Memory Memory module connector Memory module capacities Memory type Standard memory Maximum memory Memory access time: clock speed Ports and Connectors Video Audio USB (2) Modem Ethernet LAN S-video TV-out Communications Modem: Type Controller Interface Network adapter 2 user-accessible ...
Memory Memory module connector Memory module capacities Memory type Standard memory Maximum memory Memory access time: clock speed Ports and Connectors Video Audio USB (2) Modem Ethernet LAN S-video TV-out Communications Modem: Type Controller Interface Network adapter 2 user-accessible ...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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... replacing, 108 shortcuts, 49 system view, 21 unexpected characters, 53 keyboard status lights description, 21 system view, 21 keypad numeric, 48 L line conditioners, 40 M memory removing, 101 memory module cover description, 29 system view, 29 modem connector description, 25 system view, 25 modem/Mini PCI card cover description, 28 system view, 28 N network...
... replacing, 108 shortcuts, 49 system view, 21 unexpected characters, 53 keyboard status lights description, 21 system view, 21 keypad numeric, 48 L line conditioners, 40 M memory removing, 101 memory module cover description, 29 system view, 29 modem connector description, 25 system view, 25 modem/Mini PCI card cover description, 28 system view, 28 N network...
Inspiron 5100 and 5150 Owner's Manual
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... look alike, make sure you use a power extension cable, use with the AC adapter power cable. 12 CAUTION: Safety Ins tr uctions www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) • To help prevent electric shock, plug the AC adapter and device power cables into the RJ-11 ...manufactured with a minimum wire size of 26 American wire gauge (AWG) and an FCC-compliant RJ-11 modular plug. • Before you open the memory module cover or Mini PCI card/modem cover on battery power. • If your computer includes a modem, the cable used with the modem should be ...
... look alike, make sure you use a power extension cable, use with the AC adapter power cable. 12 CAUTION: Safety Ins tr uctions www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) • To help prevent electric shock, plug the AC adapter and device power cables into the RJ-11 ...manufactured with a minimum wire size of 26 American wire gauge (AWG) and an FCC-compliant RJ-11 modular plug. • Before you open the memory module cover or Mini PCI card/modem cover on battery power. • If your computer includes a modem, the cable used with the modem should be ...
Inspiron 5100 and 5150 Owner's Manual
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... you prefer, you board the aircraft and follow the airline's specific instructions as a memory module. You can harm electronic components inside your hands after handling the cord. 14 CAUTION: Safety Ins tr uctions Wash your computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) Air Travel • Certain Federal Aviation Administration regulations...
... you prefer, you board the aircraft and follow the airline's specific instructions as a memory module. You can harm electronic components inside your hands after handling the cord. 14 CAUTION: Safety Ins tr uctions Wash your computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) Air Travel • Certain Federal Aviation Administration regulations...