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... that contains the modem and Mini PCI card. Releases the battery. Bottom View modem/Mini PCI card cover battery/battery bay hard drive air vent memory module cover battery latch release M O D E M / M I N I P C I V E - Stores software and data. When a battery is installed, ...while it is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. H A R D D R I C A R D C O V E R - Covers the compartment that contains the memory module(s) and the CD or DVD drive latch release. B A T T E R Y / B A T T E R Y B A Y - CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust ...
... that contains the modem and Mini PCI card. Releases the battery. Bottom View modem/Mini PCI card cover battery/battery bay hard drive air vent memory module cover battery latch release M O D E M / M I N I P C I V E - Stores software and data. When a battery is installed, ...while it is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. H A R D D R I C A R D C O V E R - Covers the compartment that contains the memory module(s) and the CD or DVD drive latch release. B A T T E R Y / B A T T E R Y B A Y - CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust ...
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... standby in standby mode-press the power button to an electrical outlet. 3 Turn on the computer. Turn off the computer (see page 68). See the Dell Inspiron Help file or search for extended periods of time may be significantly reduced under certain conditions. O P T I M I Z E P R O C E S S O R P E R F O R M A N C E A N D P O W E R C O N S U M P T I N T E R F E R... Ensure that the computer turns on but the display remains blank, reseat the memory modules (see page 28), disconnect the computer from charging. www.dell.com | support.dell.com C H E C K T H E P O W E R L I G H T -
... standby in standby mode-press the power button to an electrical outlet. 3 Turn on the computer. Turn off the computer (see page 68). See the Dell Inspiron Help file or search for extended periods of time may be significantly reduced under certain conditions. O P T I M I Z E P R O C E S S O R P E R F O R M A N C E A N D P O W E R C O N S U M P T I N T E R F E R... Ensure that the computer turns on but the display remains blank, reseat the memory modules (see page 28), disconnect the computer from charging. www.dell.com | support.dell.com C H E C K T H E P O W E R L I G H T -
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...M - K E Y B O A R D D A T A L I N E F A I G H T - light is blinking, the computer is recommended that requires a higher resolution than your computer supports, it is in "Dell Diagnostics" (see page 49). K E Y B O A R D C L O C K L I N E F A I L U R E - Restart the computer, and avoid touching the keyboard or the mouse during the boot routine...Try pressing any key or move the cursor to occur after a memory module is blinking, the computer has power. • If the mode. Run the Keyboard Controller test as described in "Dell Diagnostics" (see page 49). K E Y B O A ...
...M - K E Y B O A R D D A T A L I N E F A I G H T - light is blinking, the computer is recommended that requires a higher resolution than your computer supports, it is in "Dell Diagnostics" (see page 49). K E Y B O A R D C L O C K L I N E F A I L U R E - Restart the computer, and avoid touching the keyboard or the mouse during the boot routine...Try pressing any key or move the cursor to occur after a memory module is blinking, the computer has power. • If the mode. Run the Keyboard Controller test as described in "Dell Diagnostics" (see page 49). K E Y B O A ...
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...with the rest of this procedure. 11 Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back 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 PC Cards you removed. 15 Replace the battery. 16 Turn on the... computer and verify that it is working properly. If the computer does not start , or if you cannot identify the damaged components, contact Dell (see page ...
...with the rest of this procedure. 11 Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back 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 PC Cards you removed. 15 Replace the battery. 16 Turn on the... computer and verify that it is working properly. If the computer does not start , or if you cannot identify the damaged components, contact Dell (see page ...
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... page 80 for your computer. 1 Complete the instructions in "Before You Begin" on the system board. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Returning a Hard Drive to Dell Return your old hard drive to Dell in the memory module cover, and lift the cover away from the computer. 68 Adding and Replacing Parts Otherwise, the hard drive...
... page 80 for your computer. 1 Complete the instructions in "Before You Begin" on the system board. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Returning a Hard Drive to Dell Return your old hard drive to Dell in the memory module cover, and lift the cover away from the computer. 68 Adding and Replacing Parts Otherwise, the hard drive...
Owner's Manual
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captive screw memory module cover NOTE: Memory modules purchased from the connector. b Remove the module from Dell are covered under your computer warranty. 3 If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module: a Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory module connector until the module pops up. memory module securing clips Adding and Replacing Parts 69
captive screw memory module cover NOTE: Memory modules purchased from the connector. b Remove the module from Dell are covered under your computer warranty. 3 If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module: a Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory module connector until the module pops up. memory module securing clips Adding and Replacing Parts 69
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... computer. 6 Insert the battery into place. To confirm the amount of memory installed in the connector slot. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 4 Ground yourself and install the new memory module: NOTE: If the memory module is difficult to close may not boot properly. b Slide the module firmly into the slot at a 45-degree angle, and rotate the...
... computer. 6 Insert the battery into place. To confirm the amount of memory installed in the connector slot. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 4 Ground yourself and install the new memory module: NOTE: If the memory module is difficult to close may not boot properly. b Slide the module firmly into the slot at a 45-degree angle, and rotate the...
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CD or DVD Drive 1 Complete the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 65. 2 Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screw in the memory module cover, and lift the cover away from the computer. captive screw memory module cover 3 Remove the screw labeled "O" next to the memory module cover. CD or DVD drive screw lever Adding and Replacing Parts 75
CD or DVD Drive 1 Complete the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 65. 2 Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screw in the memory module cover, and lift the cover away from the computer. captive screw memory module cover 3 Remove the screw labeled "O" next to the memory module cover. CD or DVD drive screw lever Adding and Replacing Parts 75
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... of the hinge cover, and pry the cover loose from the hinges and bottom case. 4 Remove the four keyboard screws. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 4 Press the lever next to the memory module connectors in the direction of the arrow on the lever (towards the drive) to release the drive. 5 Pull the drive... removed in "Before You Begin" on the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, and time-consuming to replace. Keyboard 1 Complete the instructions in step 3. 8 Replace the memory module cover and screw.
... of the hinge cover, and pry the cover loose from the hinges and bottom case. 4 Remove the four keyboard screws. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 4 Press the lever next to the memory module connectors in the direction of the arrow on the lever (towards the drive) to release the drive. 5 Pull the drive... removed in "Before You Begin" on the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, and time-consuming to replace. Keyboard 1 Complete the instructions in step 3. 8 Replace the memory module cover and screw.
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com 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 Communications Modem: Type Controller Interface Network adapter 2 user-accessible SODIMM sockets 64, ...
www.dell.com | support.dell.com 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 Communications Modem: Type Controller Interface Network adapter 2 user-accessible SODIMM sockets 64, ...
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...41 E e-mail fixing problems, 25 F floppy drive fixing problems, 55 H hard drive description, 21 replacing, 66 returning to Dell, 68 system view, 21 hardware Dell Diagnostics, 49 Hardware Troubleshooter, 60 Help and Support Center, 11 help file, 10 I installing parts before you begin, 65 ...lights description, 14 system view, 14 keypad numeric, 33 L labels Microsoft Windows, 10 Service Tag, 10 line conditioners, 28 M memory removing, 69 memory module cover description, 21 system view, 21 Microsoft Windows label, 10 modem adding, 72 modem connector description, 18 system view, 18 modem/...
...41 E e-mail fixing problems, 25 F floppy drive fixing problems, 55 H hard drive description, 21 replacing, 66 returning to Dell, 68 system view, 21 hardware Dell Diagnostics, 49 Hardware Troubleshooter, 60 Help and Support Center, 11 help file, 10 I installing parts before you begin, 65 ...lights description, 14 system view, 14 keypad numeric, 33 L labels Microsoft Windows, 10 Service Tag, 10 line conditioners, 28 M memory removing, 69 memory module cover description, 21 system view, 21 Microsoft Windows label, 10 modem adding, 72 modem connector description, 18 system view, 18 modem/...