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Only 89 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals 89 Definition of the display is difficult to read 68 If only part of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 90 Contents 7 Video and Display Problems 67 If the display is blank 67 If the display is... Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 70 Restoring Your Operating System 71 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 71 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 72 10 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Begin 75 Recommended Tools 75 Turning Off Your Computer 75 Before Working Inside Your Computer 76 Memory ...
Only 89 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals 89 Definition of the display is difficult to read 68 If only part of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 90 Contents 7 Video and Display Problems 67 If the display is blank 67 If the display is... Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 70 Restoring Your Operating System 71 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 71 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 72 10 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Begin 75 Recommended Tools 75 Turning Off Your Computer 75 Before Working Inside Your Computer 76 Memory ...
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... test typically takes 10 to select a test based on the screen. If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for more and requires you to 20 minutes and requires no interaction on your part. Option Express Test Extended Test Custom Test Symptom Tree Function Performs a quick test of ...tracing the problem quickly. You can customize the tests you cannot resolve the error condition, contact Dell (see page 91). Describes the test and ...
... test typically takes 10 to select a test based on the screen. If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for more and requires you to 20 minutes and requires no interaction on your part. Option Express Test Extended Test Custom Test Symptom Tree Function Performs a quick test of ...tracing the problem quickly. You can customize the tests you cannot resolve the error condition, contact Dell (see page 91). Describes the test and ...
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... speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that controls a device such as a printer, mouse, or keyboard. Eliminate sunlight glare, which can cause poor picture quality. If only part of the display is at least 60 cm (2 ft) away from the computer or external monitor. M O V E T H E E X T E R N A L S U B W O O F E R A W A Y F R O M T H E C O M P U T E R O R M O N I N T...the external monitor works, the computer display or video controller may be defective. Contact Dell (see page 56. www.dell.com | support.dell.com If the display is a program that the subwoofer is readable CONNECT AN ...
... speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that controls a device such as a printer, mouse, or keyboard. Eliminate sunlight glare, which can cause poor picture quality. If only part of the display is at least 60 cm (2 ft) away from the computer or external monitor. M O V E T H E E X T E R N A L S U B W O O F E R A W A Y F R O M T H E C O M P U T E R O R M O N I N T...the external monitor works, the computer display or video controller may be defective. Contact Dell (see page 56. www.dell.com | support.dell.com If the display is a program that the subwoofer is readable CONNECT AN ...
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... off your computer. 1 Shut down your operating system, press and hold the power button for removing and installing the components in your Dell™ Product Information Guide. • A component can be replaced or, if purchased separately, installed by performing the removal procedure in...and any open programs, click the Start button, and then click Turn Off Computer. Adding and Replacing Parts 75 Recommended Tools The procedures in reverse order. Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Begin This chapter provides procedures for 4 seconds. b In the Turn off computer window, ...
... off your computer. 1 Shut down your operating system, press and hold the power button for removing and installing the components in your Dell™ Product Information Guide. • A component can be replaced or, if purchased separately, installed by performing the removal procedure in...and any open programs, click the Start button, and then click Turn Off Computer. Adding and Replacing Parts 75 Recommended Tools The procedures in reverse order. Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Begin This chapter provides procedures for 4 seconds. b In the Turn off computer window, ...
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...you begin working inside the computer. 1 Ensure that is not authorized by its edges, not by Dell is flat and clean to servicing that the work surface. 76 Adding and Replacing Parts Do not touch the components or contacts on the cable itself. if you connect a cable, ensure... that came with the product. Also, before you disconnect the cable. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in Dell's product documentation, or as...
...you begin working inside the computer. 1 Ensure that is not authorized by its edges, not by Dell is flat and clean to servicing that the work surface. 76 Adding and Replacing Parts Do not touch the components or contacts on the cable itself. if you connect a cable, ensure... that came with the product. Also, before you disconnect the cable. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in Dell's product documentation, or as...
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... computer. 1 Complete the instructions in "Before You Begin" on the bottom of the computer, and then remove the battery from the computer. Adding and Replacing Parts 77 See page 82 for your computer. Install only memory modules that are intended for information on the system board. NOTICE: To avoid damaging the...
... computer. 1 Complete the instructions in "Before You Begin" on the bottom of the computer, and then remove the battery from the computer. Adding and Replacing Parts 77 See page 82 for your computer. Install only memory modules that are intended for information on the system board. NOTICE: To avoid damaging the...
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memory module securing clips 78 Adding and Replacing Parts www.dell.com | support.dell.com captive screw memory module cover 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. b Remove the module from the connector.
memory module securing clips 78 Adding and Replacing Parts www.dell.com | support.dell.com captive screw memory module cover 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. b Remove the module from the connector.
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... the hard drive while the computer is difficult to install the Microsoft® Windows® operating system. As the computer boots, it . Adding and Replacing Parts 79 Forcing the cover to close , remove the module and reinstall it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information. CAUTION: Before...
... the hard drive while the computer is difficult to install the Microsoft® Windows® operating system. As the computer boots, it . Adding and Replacing Parts 79 Forcing the cover to close , remove the module and reinstall it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information. CAUTION: Before...
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...NOTICE: Use firm and even pressure to secure the hard drive. Save the original packaging for hard drives from its packaging. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for storing or shipping the hard drive. To replace the hard drive in the hard drive ...hard drive out of the computer. 5 Remove the new drive from sources other than Dell. See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in "Before You Begin" on page 69. 80 Adding and Replacing Parts www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile; even a slight bump can damage the ...
...NOTICE: Use firm and even pressure to secure the hard drive. Save the original packaging for hard drives from its packaging. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for storing or shipping the hard drive. To replace the hard drive in the hard drive ...hard drive out of the computer. 5 Remove the new drive from sources other than Dell. See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in "Before You Begin" on page 69. 80 Adding and Replacing Parts www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile; even a slight bump can damage the ...
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...to an electrical outlet. 3 Turn on the computer. The computer boots to cover all nonstandard, third-party hardware components integrated through Dell Software and Peripherals, Readyware, and Custom Factory Integration2. 1 Repair services are installed on the computer during the manufacturing process (Microsoft...system setup. (You can also use this technician-assisted technical support, online technical support is available at support.dell.com. However, Dell also extends a parts replacement program to the selected device. If you reboot the computer, the previous boot order is restored. ...
...to an electrical outlet. 3 Turn on the computer. The computer boots to cover all nonstandard, third-party hardware components integrated through Dell Software and Peripherals, Readyware, and Custom Factory Integration2. 1 Repair services are installed on the computer during the manufacturing process (Microsoft...system setup. (You can also use this technician-assisted technical support, online technical support is available at support.dell.com. However, Dell also extends a parts replacement program to the selected device. If you reboot the computer, the previous boot order is restored. ...
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... to cause harmful interference, in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction manual, may cause harmful interference with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Note that FCC regulations provide that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Dell could void your authority to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated...
... to cause harmful interference, in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction manual, may cause harmful interference with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Note that FCC regulations provide that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Dell could void your authority to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated...
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...B This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the... following table. If this document in a particular installation. FCC Identification Information The following websites: • www.dell.com • support.dell.com (technical support) • premiersupport.dell.com (technical support for educational, government, healthcare, and medium/large business customers, including Premier, Platinum, and ...
...B This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the... following table. If this document in a particular installation. FCC Identification Information The following websites: • www.dell.com • support.dell.com (technical support) • premiersupport.dell.com (technical support for educational, government, healthcare, and medium/large business customers, including Premier, Platinum, and ...
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... City Code Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Canada (North York, Ontario) Online Order Status: www.dell.ca/ostatus International Access Code: 011 AutoTech (automated technical support) Customer Care (Home Sales/Small Business) Customer Care (med./large...Sales/Small Business) Technical Support (med./large bus., government) Sales (Home Sales/Small Business) Sales (med./large bus., government) Spare Parts Sales & Extended Service Sales Cayman Islands General Support Chile (Santiago) Sales, Customer Support, and Technical Support Country Code: 56 City Code...
... City Code Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Canada (North York, Ontario) Online Order Status: www.dell.ca/ostatus International Access Code: 011 AutoTech (automated technical support) Customer Care (Home Sales/Small Business) Customer Care (med./large...Sales/Small Business) Technical Support (med./large bus., government) Sales (Home Sales/Small Business) Sales (med./large bus., government) Spare Parts Sales & Extended Service Sales Cayman Islands General Support Chile (Santiago) Sales, Customer Support, and Technical Support Country Code: 56 City Code...
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... Address Technical Support website: support.dell.com.cn Technical Support E-mail: cn_support@dell.com Customer Care E-mail: customer_cn@dell.com Technical Support Fax Technical Support (Dell™ Dimension™ and Inspiron™) Technical Support (OptiPlex™, Latitude™, and Dell Precision™) Technical Support (servers... and Education Large Corporate Accounts Queue Team Large Corporate Accounts South Large Corporate Accounts West Large Corporate Accounts Spare Parts General Support General Support Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers 818 1350 toll-free: 800 858...
... Address Technical Support website: support.dell.com.cn Technical Support E-mail: cn_support@dell.com Customer Care E-mail: customer_cn@dell.com Technical Support Fax Technical Support (Dell™ Dimension™ and Inspiron™) Technical Support (OptiPlex™, Latitude™, and Dell Precision™) Technical Support (servers... and Education Large Corporate Accounts Queue Team Large Corporate Accounts South Large Corporate Accounts West Large Corporate Accounts Spare Parts General Support General Support Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers 818 1350 toll-free: 800 858...
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... toll-free: 1-800-289-3355 or toll-free: 1-800-879-3355 Dell Outlet Store (Dell refurbished computers) toll-free: 1-888-798-7561 Software and Peripherals Sales toll-free: 1-800-671-3355 Spare Parts Sales toll-free: 1-800-357-3355 Extended Service and Warranty Sales toll-free: 1-800-247-4618 Fax... toll-free: 1-800-727-8320 Dell Services for the Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, or Speech-Impaired toll-free: ...
... toll-free: 1-800-289-3355 or toll-free: 1-800-879-3355 Dell Outlet Store (Dell refurbished computers) toll-free: 1-888-798-7561 Software and Peripherals Sales toll-free: 1-800-671-3355 Spare Parts Sales toll-free: 1-800-357-3355 Extended Service and Warranty Sales toll-free: 1-800-247-4618 Fax... toll-free: 1-800-727-8320 Dell Services for the Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, or Speech-Impaired toll-free: ...
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... system view, 17 H hard drive description, 20 problems, 54 replacing, 79 system view, 20 hardware conflicts, 70 Dell Diagnostics, 51 Hardware Troubleshooter, 70 Help and Support Center, 12 hibernate mode, 34-35 I installing parts before you begin, 75 recommended tools, 75 turning off your computer, 75 Internet connection about, 21 options, 21...
... system view, 17 H hard drive description, 20 problems, 54 replacing, 79 system view, 20 hardware conflicts, 70 Dell Diagnostics, 51 Hardware Troubleshooter, 70 Help and Support Center, 12 hibernate mode, 34-35 I installing parts before you begin, 75 recommended tools, 75 turning off your computer, 75 Internet connection about, 21 options, 21...