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... the display is blank 81 If the display is difficult to read 82 If only part of the display is readable 83 Scanner Problems 83 Drive Problems 84 If you cannot save a file to a floppy drive 84 If you have problems with a hard drive 85 6 Contents
... the display is blank 81 If the display is difficult to read 82 If only part of the display is readable 83 Scanner Problems 83 Drive Problems 84 If you cannot save a file to a floppy drive 84 If you have problems with a hard drive 85 6 Contents
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...; XP 95 Before You Reinstall 95 Reinstalling Windows XP 95 8 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Add or Replace Parts 100 Memory 100 Modem 103 Hard Drive 104 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 106 Contents 7
...; XP 95 Before You Reinstall 95 Reinstalling Windows XP 95 8 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Add or Replace Parts 100 Memory 100 Modem 103 Hard Drive 104 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 106 Contents 7
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... computer in overhead storage compartments where it evenly aligned to the system board. You can put the hard drive through an X-ray security machine, but never put the drive through a metal detector. When Using Your Computer Observe the following safe-handling guidelines to prevent damage ...you connect a cable make sure both connectors are asked to turn on the computer. • When traveling with the hard drive removed from the computer, wrap the drive in a nonconducting material, such as baggage. Also, before proceeding to help avoid possible damage to avoid bending any connector...
... computer in overhead storage compartments where it evenly aligned to the system board. You can put the hard drive through an X-ray security machine, but never put the drive through a metal detector. When Using Your Computer Observe the following safe-handling guidelines to prevent damage ...you connect a cable make sure both connectors are asked to turn on the computer. • When traveling with the hard drive removed from the computer, wrap the drive in a nonconducting material, such as baggage. Also, before proceeding to help avoid possible damage to avoid bending any connector...
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... the connector indicate activity for both wired and wireless network communications. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NETWORK CONNECTOR NOTICE: The network connector is slightly larger than the modem connector. 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 - To avoid...
... the connector indicate activity for both wired and wireless network communications. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NETWORK CONNECTOR NOTICE: The network connector is slightly larger than the modem connector. 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 - To avoid...
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...power to connected devices when AC power is available. See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on battery operating time and to the hard drive may result in data loss or file damage. NOTE: As an alternative to turning off after the shutdown process finishes. 40 Setting... Up Yo ur Computer www.dell.com | support.dell.com Many surge protectors have a telephone jack for modem connection instructions. Disconnect the network cable from the network wall jack during ...
...power to connected devices when AC power is available. See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on battery operating time and to the hard drive may result in data loss or file damage. NOTE: As an alternative to turning off after the shutdown process finishes. 40 Setting... Up Yo ur Computer www.dell.com | support.dell.com Many surge protectors have a telephone jack for modem connection instructions. Disconnect the network cable from the network wall jack during ...
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... disk) that the card is properly inserted into the connector. IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS WITH A DELL-PROVIDED PC CARD - Contact the PC Card manufacturer. IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS WITH A PC CARD NOT PROVIDED BY D E L L - Ensure that you have problems with a hard drive A L L O W T H E C O M P U T E R T O C O O L B E F O R E T U R N I N G I N D O W S ® - If you want to room temperature before turning it on...
... disk) that the card is properly inserted into the connector. IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS WITH A DELL-PROVIDED PC CARD - Contact the PC Card manufacturer. IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS WITH A PC CARD NOT PROVIDED BY D E L L - Ensure that you have problems with a hard drive A L L O W T H E C O M P U T E R T O C O O L B E F O R E T U R N I N G I N D O W S ® - If you want to room temperature before turning it on...
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See "Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Let the computer dry for at least 24 hours in a safe place to dry. 7 Wipe off the display. 8 Remove the hard drive (see page 104). 9 Remove the memory module(s) (see page 100). 10 Open the display and place the computer right-side up across... adapter from the electrical outlet. 2 Turn off the battery and put it is safe to remove the power cables from the computer. 3 Ground yourself by Dell. If the computer is thoroughly dry before attempting to do so. C O NT A C T D E L L - Use the utmost caution when removing wet cables from a live ...
See "Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Let the computer dry for at least 24 hours in a safe place to dry. 7 Wipe off the display. 8 Remove the hard drive (see page 104). 9 Remove the memory module(s) (see page 100). 10 Open the display and place the computer right-side up across... adapter from the electrical outlet. 2 Turn off the battery and put it is safe to remove the power cables from the computer. 3 Ground yourself by Dell. If the computer is thoroughly dry before attempting to do so. C O NT A C T D E L L - Use the utmost caution when removing wet cables from a live ...
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... s 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 attached external devices, and disconnect them from their power sources and then from the electrical outlet. 3 Turn off any PC Cards you... that use the device. Drivers What Is a Driver? If the computer does not start , or if you cannot identify the damaged components, contact Dell (see page 40). 2 Disconnect the AC adapter from the computer and from the computer. 4 Remove and reinstall the battery. 5 Turn on the computer...
... s 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 attached external devices, and disconnect them from their power sources and then from the electrical outlet. 3 Turn off any PC Cards you... that use the device. Drivers What Is a Driver? If the computer does not start , or if you cannot identify the damaged components, contact Dell (see page 40). 2 Disconnect the AC adapter from the computer and from the computer. 4 Remove and reinstall the battery. 5 Turn on the computer...
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... files associated with that you can also detect other drivers and utilities. A link or links appear(s) for the specific drivers and utilities used by your hard drive as described in the following subsections, or click Extract, follow the screen prompts to which you are installing the driver (for which you are installing...
... files associated with that you can also detect other drivers and utilities. A link or links appear(s) for the specific drivers and utilities used by your hard drive as described in the following subsections, or click Extract, follow the screen prompts to which you are installing the driver (for which you are installing...
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...key. NOTICE: The Operating System CD provides options for instructions. See the documentation that might run after the DELL™ logo appears. The reinstallation process can overwrite files and possibly affect programs installed on your operating system... to the operating state it was in which they are reinstalling the Windows XP operating system to do so by a Dell technical support representative. If the operating system logo appears, wait until you are listed. So l vi n g Pro b...the Operating System CD. 2 Exit any virus protection software installed on your hard drive.
...key. NOTICE: The Operating System CD provides options for instructions. See the documentation that might run after the DELL™ logo appears. The reinstallation process can overwrite files and possibly affect programs installed on your operating system... to the operating state it was in which they are reinstalling the Windows XP operating system to do so by a Dell technical support representative. If the operating system logo appears, wait until you are listed. So l vi n g Pro b...the Operating System CD. 2 Exit any virus protection software installed on your hard drive.
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... Press to select the highlighted partition (recommended), and then follow the instructions on the size of the hard drive and the speed of Windows XP, press the fresh copy option. Starting Windows XP Setup 1 When the... computer restarts, do not press a key when the following message appears: Press any key to boot from the drive. 4 If you are reinstalling Windows XP Professional, at the What's your computer's name window, enter a name... Next. 3 If you want to recover your computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: The time required to complete the setup depends on the screen.
... Press to select the highlighted partition (recommended), and then follow the instructions on the size of the hard drive and the speed of Windows XP, press the fresh copy option. Starting Windows XP Setup 1 When the... computer restarts, do not press a key when the following message appears: Press any key to boot from the drive. 4 If you are reinstalling Windows XP Professional, at the What's your computer's name window, enter a name... Next. 3 If you want to recover your computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: The time required to complete the setup depends on the screen.
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8 SECTION 8 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Add or Replace Parts Memory Modem Hard Drive CD or DVD Drive Keyboard
8 SECTION 8 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Add or Replace Parts Memory Modem Hard Drive CD or DVD Drive Keyboard
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...down your computer to install the Microsoft® Windows® operating system. even a slight bump can damage the drive. 104 Adding and Replacing Pa rts Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is hot, do not force the connections. 5 Align the modem with the screw holes, and ...into the connector on , in standby mode, or in hibernate mode. do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive. NOTICE: The cable connectors are extremely fragile; www.dell.com | support.dell.com screws (2) modem cable modem cable connector pull-tab 4 Connect the modem cable to the system board. 7 ...
...down your computer to install the Microsoft® Windows® operating system. even a slight bump can damage the drive. 104 Adding and Replacing Pa rts Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is hot, do not force the connections. 5 Align the modem with the screw holes, and ...into the connector on , in standby mode, or in hibernate mode. do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive. NOTICE: The cable connectors are extremely fragile; www.dell.com | support.dell.com screws (2) modem cable modem cable connector pull-tab 4 Connect the modem cable to the system board. 7 ...
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... 100. 2 Turn the computer over, and remove the hard drive screws. Adding and Re placing Parts 105 screws (2) NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for storing or shipping the hard drive. Save the original packaging for hard drives from its packaging. To replace the hard drive in the hard drive bay: 1 Complete the instructions in the bay. 6 Replace...
... 100. 2 Turn the computer over, and remove the hard drive screws. Adding and Re placing Parts 105 screws (2) NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for storing or shipping the hard drive. Save the original packaging for hard drives from its packaging. To replace the hard drive in the hard drive bay: 1 Complete the instructions in the bay. 6 Replace...
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... for your computer (see page 95). 8 Use the Drivers and Utilities CD to Dell in transit. Otherwise, the hard drive may be damaged in its original or comparable foam packaging. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 7 Use the Operating System CD to install the operating system 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...
... for your computer (see page 95). 8 Use the Drivers and Utilities CD to Dell in transit. Otherwise, the hard drive may be damaged in its original or comparable foam packaging. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 7 Use the Operating System CD to install the operating system 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...
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....dell.com | support.dell.com Environmental Temperature range: Operating 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) Storage -40° to 65°C (-40° to 149°F) Relative humidity (maximum): Operating 10% to 90% (noncondensing) Storage 5% to 95% (noncondensing) Maximum vibration: Operating 0.9 GRMS Storage 1.3 GRMS Maximum shock (measured with the hard drive...
....dell.com | support.dell.com Environmental Temperature range: Operating 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) Storage -40° to 65°C (-40° to 149°F) Relative humidity (maximum): Operating 10% to 90% (noncondensing) Storage 5% to 95% (noncondensing) Maximum vibration: Operating 0.9 GRMS Storage 1.3 GRMS Maximum shock (measured with the hard drive...
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...computer, such as white type on configuring features for the currently highlighted option; System setup key functions are determined by Dell technical support, do not change the settings for that option. For more information on the screen. NOTE: Your ... order • Boot (start-up) configuration and docking-device configuration settings • Basic device configuration settings • System security and hard-drive password settings NOTICE: Unless you set through the system setup program. the lower-right corner displays information about a specific item on a system...
...computer, such as white type on configuring features for the currently highlighted option; System setup key functions are determined by Dell technical support, do not change the settings for that option. For more information on the screen. NOTE: Your ... order • Boot (start-up) configuration and docking-device configuration settings • Basic device configuration settings • System security and hard-drive password settings NOTICE: Unless you set through the system setup program. the lower-right corner displays information about a specific item on a system...
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When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. The next time you reboot the computer, the previous boot order is reduced when system temperature exceeds established thermal parameters. See ... down your computer and try to consume more power than the AC adapter can also use this procedure to boot the Dell Diagnostics on the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive.) 1 Turn off the computer. 2 If the computer is reduced include: P R O C E S S O R GE T S H O T - A C A D A PT ER T H R O U GH P U T - The computer boots to prevent automatic system...
When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. The next time you reboot the computer, the previous boot order is reduced when system temperature exceeds established thermal parameters. See ... down your computer and try to consume more power than the AC adapter can also use this procedure to boot the Dell Diagnostics on the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive.) 1 Turn off the computer. 2 If the computer is reduced include: P R O C E S S O R GE T S H O T - A C A D A PT ER T H R O U GH P U T - The computer boots to prevent automatic system...
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.... NOTE: Before you replace parts, make sure to back up the data on how to obtain service. Dell owns all parts removed from repaired products. The limited warranty on the hard drive(s) and any of your transfer by a customer. or damaged or lost or corrupted data; May I purchased... a service contract? When you contact us, we will issue a Return Material Authorization Number for you to include with Dell, service will be provided to...
.... NOTE: Before you replace parts, make sure to back up the data on how to obtain service. Dell owns all parts removed from repaired products. The limited warranty on the hard drive(s) and any of your transfer by a customer. or damaged or lost or corrupted data; May I purchased... a service contract? When you contact us, we will issue a Return Material Authorization Number for you to include with Dell, service will be provided to...
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... workmanship. During the remaining years following table. www.dell.com | support.dell.com What do I do not receive the original part within 30 days after we will notify you and inform you . When you on the hard drive(s) and any Dellbranded hardware products returned to include with...Technical Support Customer Service Government or Education Customers, or Individual Home Consumers who purchased through an Employee Purchase Program: Technical Support Customer Service Dell-Branded Memory Canada Only 1-800-847-4096 1-800-387-5757 1-800-326-9463 1-800-387-5757 1-800-326-9463 (Extension 8221...
... workmanship. During the remaining years following table. www.dell.com | support.dell.com What do I do not receive the original part within 30 days after we will notify you and inform you . When you on the hard drive(s) and any Dellbranded hardware products returned to include with...Technical Support Customer Service Government or Education Customers, or Individual Home Consumers who purchased through an Employee Purchase Program: Technical Support Customer Service Dell-Branded Memory Canada Only 1-800-847-4096 1-800-387-5757 1-800-326-9463 1-800-387-5757 1-800-326-9463 (Extension 8221...