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..., each procedure assumes that the following tools: • Small flat-blade screwdriver • Phillips screwdriver • Plastic scribe • BIOS executable update program available at support.dell.com Turning Off Your Computer CAUTION: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open programs before you shut down...
..., each procedure assumes that the following tools: • Small flat-blade screwdriver • Phillips screwdriver • Plastic scribe • BIOS executable update program available at support.dell.com Turning Off Your Computer CAUTION: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open programs before you shut down...
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...on page 9. 2 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 15). 3 Remove the module cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Your computer has two user-accessible SO-DIMM sockets, labeled DIMM A and DIMM B, that is not authorized by... Dell is not covered by installing memory modules on the system board. For additional safety best practices information, see "Removing the Module Cover" on the type of memory supported by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector...
...on page 9. 2 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 15). 3 Remove the module cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Your computer has two user-accessible SO-DIMM sockets, labeled DIMM A and DIMM B, that is not authorized by... Dell is not covered by installing memory modules on the system board. For additional safety best practices information, see "Removing the Module Cover" on the type of memory supported by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector...
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... information that is not authorized by Dell is already installed. For additional safety best practices information, see "Removing the Battery" on page 15) before working inside the computer. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for Microwave Access (WiMax). •...; One half Mini-Card slot - supports Worldwide Interoperability for Mini-Cards from sources other than Dell. NOTE: Depending on page 17).
... information that is not authorized by Dell is already installed. For additional safety best practices information, see "Removing the Battery" on page 15) before working inside the computer. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for Microwave Access (WiMax). •...; One half Mini-Card slot - supports Worldwide Interoperability for Mini-Cards from sources other than Dell. NOTE: Depending on page 17).
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.... 6 Connect the appropriate antenna cables to the Mini-Card you must install the appropriate drivers and utilities. 48 Wireless Mini-Card(s) 5 Press the other than Dell, you are installing a communication card from step 4 to step 5 in damage to the computer. 12 Install the drivers and utilities for the Mini-Cards...
.... 6 Connect the appropriate antenna cables to the Mini-Card you must install the appropriate drivers and utilities. 48 Wireless Mini-Card(s) 5 Press the other than Dell, you are installing a communication card from step 4 to step 5 in damage to the computer. 12 Install the drivers and utilities for the Mini-Cards...
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...your computer. 22 Hard-Drive Assembly WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on page 9. 2 Follow the instructions from... data loss, turn off your computer (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from a source other than Dell, you need to servicing that shipped with your warranty. Damage due to install...
...your computer. 22 Hard-Drive Assembly WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on page 9. 2 Follow the instructions from... data loss, turn off your computer (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from a source other than Dell, you need to servicing that shipped with your warranty. Damage due to install...
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... do not have your computer's Service Tag: a Click Select Model. b Select the type of your desktop. The File Download window appears. 6 Click Save to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3 Locate the BIOS update file for your computer: NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is located on your computer. Flashing the BIOS 105...
... do not have your computer's Service Tag: a Click Select Model. b Select the type of your desktop. The File Download window appears. 6 Click Save to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3 Locate the BIOS update file for your computer: NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is located on your computer. Flashing the BIOS 105...
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... 59 Lockups and Software Problems 59 Using Support Tools 62 Dell Support Center 62 My Dell Downloads 63 Hardware Troubleshooter 64 Dell Diagnostics 64 Restoring Your Operating System 66 System Restore 67 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 68 System Recovery Media 71 Dell Factory Image Restore 72 Getting Help 74 Technical Support and Customer Service 75 DellConnect 75 Online...
... 59 Lockups and Software Problems 59 Using Support Tools 62 Dell Support Center 62 My Dell Downloads 63 Hardware Troubleshooter 64 Dell Diagnostics 64 Restoring Your Operating System 66 System Restore 67 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 68 System Recovery Media 71 Dell Factory Image Restore 72 Getting Help 74 Technical Support and Customer Service 75 DellConnect 75 Online...
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is preconfigured with the operating system you...first time, follow the instructions on the screen. Doing so may take you will take some time to support.dell.com/MyNewDell. NOTE: For more operating system specific information. 9 CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system...'s setup process. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer available at support.dell.com. Set Up Microsoft Windows To set up Microsoft Windows for more information on the screen. Set...
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is preconfigured with the operating system you...first time, follow the instructions on the screen. Doing so may take you will take some time to support.dell.com/MyNewDell. NOTE: For more operating system specific information. 9 CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system...'s setup process. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer available at support.dell.com. Set Up Microsoft Windows To set up Microsoft Windows for more information on the screen. Set...
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You will require the following to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create ...system recovery media as soon as you purchased the computer, while preserving data files (without the need of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc (optional) NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support...
You will require the following to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create ...system recovery media as soon as you purchased the computer, while preserving data files (without the need of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc (optional) NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support...
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... operating system using the system recovery media, see the Windows 7 support on page 71. For more information, see "System Recovery Media" on support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Follow the instructions on page 6). 2. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create system recovery media: 1. Insert the disc...
... operating system using the system recovery media, see the Windows 7 support on page 71. For more information, see "System Recovery Media" on support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Follow the instructions on page 6). 2. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create system recovery media: 1. Insert the disc...
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...enable wireless. 3. Turn on the TV. 5. Select your computer display to your TV before setting up wireless display. You must be supported on the Windows desktop. Connect the wireless display adapter to share your wireless display adapter from the Detected wireless displays list. 9. For .... To set up wireless display, see www.intel.com. Click the Intel Wireless Display icon on your computer. 2. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Wireless Display (Optional) NOTE: The wireless display feature may not be purchased separately. The Intel wireless display feature allows ...
...enable wireless. 3. Turn on the TV. 5. Select your computer display to your TV before setting up wireless display. You must be supported on the Windows desktop. Connect the wireless display adapter to share your wireless display adapter from the Detected wireless displays list. 9. For .... To set up wireless display, see www.intel.com. Click the Intel Wireless Display icon on your computer. 2. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Wireless Display (Optional) NOTE: The wireless display feature may not be purchased separately. The Intel wireless display feature allows ...
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 17 Select Connect to Existing Adapter. The Intel Wireless Display window appears. 2. NOTE: You can download and install the latest driver for "Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager" from support.dell.com. To enable wireless display: 1. NOTE: For more information about wireless display, see the wireless display adapter documentation. Click the Intel Wireless Display icon on the desktop.
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 17 Select Connect to Existing Adapter. The Intel Wireless Display window appears. 2. NOTE: You can download and install the latest driver for "Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager" from support.dell.com. To enable wireless display: 1. NOTE: For more information about wireless display, see the wireless display adapter documentation. Click the Intel Wireless Display icon on the desktop.
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Save the blank for use when no media card is installed in the media card slot. Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on page 86. Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. For the supported memory cards, see "Specifications" on memory cards. NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the slot; blanks from dust and other computers may not fit your computer. 27 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 5 8-in-1 Media Card Reader -
Save the blank for use when no media card is installed in the media card slot. Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on page 86. Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. For the supported memory cards, see "Specifications" on memory cards. NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the slot; blanks from dust and other computers may not fit your computer. 27 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 5 8-in-1 Media Card Reader -
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... disable key , touch pad enable or disable key , brightness increase and decrease keys, and the multimedia keys are located in this row. The touch pad supports the Scroll, Flick, and Zoom features. For more information on the multimedia keys, see "Touch Pad Gestures" on the button indicates the power states. The... surface. NOTE: To enable or disable the touch pad, press along with the < > key on the function key row on the keyboard. 35 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power button and light -
... disable key , touch pad enable or disable key , brightness increase and decrease keys, and the multimedia keys are located in this row. The touch pad supports the Scroll, Flick, and Zoom features. For more information on the multimedia keys, see "Touch Pad Gestures" on the button indicates the power states. The... surface. NOTE: To enable or disable the touch pad, press along with the < > key on the function key row on the keyboard. 35 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power button and light -
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... access to turn off the display. Dell Support Center button - Press to your mobile PC settings such as brightness control, volume control, battery status, wireless network and so on or turn on . For more information, see "Dell Support Center" on computers running the Windows ...operating system. 37 NOTE: The Windows Mobility Center, Dell Support Center, and Display On/Off buttons work only on page 62. Press to launch...
... access to turn off the display. Dell Support Center button - Press to your mobile PC settings such as brightness control, volume control, battery status, wireless network and so on or turn on . For more information, see "Dell Support Center" on computers running the Windows ...operating system. 37 NOTE: The Windows Mobility Center, Dell Support Center, and Display On/Off buttons work only on page 62. Press to launch...
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... Windows operating systems. NOTE: A broadband connection is recommended for fast upload/download speeds. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online is supported only on your computer using a password‑protected account. To schedule backups: 1. Dell DataSafe Online is an automated backup and recovery service that helps protect your desktop. 2. Double...
... Windows operating systems. NOTE: A broadband connection is recommended for fast upload/download speeds. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online is supported only on your computer using a password‑protected account. To schedule backups: 1. Dell DataSafe Online is an automated backup and recovery service that helps protect your desktop. 2. Double...
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...One Possible system board failure - Three Possible system board failure - See the Service Manual at support.dell.com. NOTE: To replace parts, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals for assistance. If you installed or replaced the memory module, ensure that the memory... write down the beep code and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 82. INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 62 or "Contacting Dell" on page 82) for advanced service ...
...One Possible system board failure - Three Possible system board failure - See the Service Manual at support.dell.com. NOTE: To replace parts, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals for assistance. If you installed or replaced the memory module, ensure that the memory... write down the beep code and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 82. INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 62 or "Contacting Dell" on page 82) for advanced service ...
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... responding. 4. If necessary, install additional memory (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • Reseat the memory module(s) into the connector(s) (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 82). Ensure that resolves the problem. • See the ...an insufficient memory message - • Save and close any open files and exit any open programs you experience other memory problems - • Run Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 64). • If the problem persists, contact...
... responding. 4. If necessary, install additional memory (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • Reseat the memory module(s) into the connector(s) (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 82). Ensure that resolves the problem. • See the ...an insufficient memory message - • Save and close any open files and exit any open programs you experience other memory problems - • Run Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 64). • If the problem persists, contact...
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...code, warranty status, and alerts on your keyboard or click Start → All Programs→ Dell→ Dell Support Center→ Launch Dell Support Center. To launch the application, press the Dell Support Center button on improving the performance of file. • Performance and Configuration History - Run hardware... a visual representation of space consumed by each day. Monitor system events and changes over time. INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center All the support you need - one convenient location. The home page also provides links to access: PC Checkup -
...code, warranty status, and alerts on your keyboard or click Start → All Programs→ Dell→ Dell Support Center→ Launch Dell Support Center. To launch the application, press the Dell Support Center button on improving the performance of file. • Performance and Configuration History - Run hardware... a visual representation of space consumed by each day. Monitor system events and changes over time. INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center All the support you need - one convenient location. The home page also provides links to access: PC Checkup -
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... a backup media for reinstallation or create your system performance. View Dell Technical Support options, Customer Support, Tours and Training, Online Tools, Owner's Manual, Warranty Information, FAQs, and so on the My Dell Downloads web site. Some of your service contracts, warranty information, ...and warranty renewal options. To register and use . 63 View detailed information about Dell Support Center and to download and install the available support tools, go to register and download the software. 3. Create recovery media, launch recovery tool, and...
... a backup media for reinstallation or create your system performance. View Dell Technical Support options, Customer Support, Tours and Training, Online Tools, Owner's Manual, Warranty Information, FAQs, and so on the My Dell Downloads web site. Some of your service contracts, warranty information, ...and warranty renewal options. To register and use . 63 View detailed information about Dell Support Center and to download and install the available support tools, go to register and download the software. 3. Create recovery media, launch recovery tool, and...