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Contents 1 Finding Information 23 Start Button 23 Microsoft Windows Help and Support 24 Windows Vista 25 Windows® XP 25 Control Panel 26 Information About Installed Hardware 26 Device Manager 26 Hardware Devices Installed on Your Computer 27 Programs Installed on Your Computer 28 Wireless Networking 28 Dell Support Website 29 Technical Support 29 Customer Service 30 Warranty Information 30 Dell Forums 31 Contact Us 31 BIOS (System Setup Program) Settings 31 2 Microsoft Windows Desktop 33 Overview 33 Taskbar 34 Contents 3
Contents 1 Finding Information 23 Start Button 23 Microsoft Windows Help and Support 24 Windows Vista 25 Windows® XP 25 Control Panel 26 Information About Installed Hardware 26 Device Manager 26 Hardware Devices Installed on Your Computer 27 Programs Installed on Your Computer 28 Wireless Networking 28 Dell Support Website 29 Technical Support 29 Customer Service 30 Warranty Information 30 Dell Forums 31 Contact Us 31 BIOS (System Setup Program) Settings 31 2 Microsoft Windows Desktop 33 Overview 33 Taskbar 34 Contents 3
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S/PDIF Port (Toslink 328 Audio Ports 329 23 Getting Help 331 Obtaining Assistance 331 Dell Support Service 332 Technical Support and Customer Service . . . . 332 DellConnect 332 Online Services 333 AutoTech Service 334 Automated Order-Status Service 334 Problems With Your Order 334 Product Information 334 Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit 334 Before You Call 335 Contacting Dell 337 22 Contents
S/PDIF Port (Toslink 328 Audio Ports 329 23 Getting Help 331 Obtaining Assistance 331 Dell Support Service 332 Technical Support and Customer Service . . . . 332 DellConnect 332 Online Services 333 AutoTech Service 334 Automated Order-Status Service 334 Problems With Your Order 334 Product Information 334 Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit 334 Before You Call 335 Contacting Dell 337 22 Contents
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...: Research and find the latest solutions and help for your Dell product. • Customer Service: Explore options such as order status and pickup for Dell products. • Warranty Information: Information relating to warranty for Dell products. • Dell Forums: Information on forums for discussion and support of Dell products. • Contact Us: Information on various options available...
...: Research and find the latest solutions and help for your Dell product. • Customer Service: Explore options such as order status and pickup for Dell products. • Warranty Information: Information relating to warranty for Dell products. • Dell Forums: Information on forums for discussion and support of Dell products. • Contact Us: Information on various options available...
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... • Troubleshooting Search • Windows Vista Center • Windows XP Support Center • Wireless Center Customer Service • Dell Financial Services • FAQs • Invoices • Missing, Wrong & Damaged • Order Status • Ownership Transfer ...8226; Packing Slips • Pickup/Redelivery • Dell Dollars/Rebate Center • Report a Stolen System • Returns • Update Billing Address Warranty Information • Expired Warranty Service • Extend & Upgrade Warranty • Ownership Transfer • International Ownership Transfer 30...
... • Troubleshooting Search • Windows Vista Center • Windows XP Support Center • Wireless Center Customer Service • Dell Financial Services • FAQs • Invoices • Missing, Wrong & Damaged • Order Status • Ownership Transfer ...8226; Packing Slips • Pickup/Redelivery • Dell Dollars/Rebate Center • Report a Stolen System • Returns • Update Billing Address Warranty Information • Expired Warranty Service • Extend & Upgrade Warranty • Ownership Transfer • International Ownership Transfer 30...
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...: To learn more about your computer's current configuration, such as an interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • Technical Support • International Notebook...
...: To learn more about your computer's current configuration, such as an interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • Technical Support • International Notebook...
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... crashes and sometimes permanent damage to your computer. Many surge protectors have a telephone jack for certain types of different devices. Some surge protector manufacturers include warranty coverage for modem protection. Power Protection Devices Interference or fluctuations in your area, disconnect the telephone line from the telephone wall jack and disconnect your...
... crashes and sometimes permanent damage to your computer. Many surge protectors have a telephone jack for certain types of different devices. Some surge protector manufacturers include warranty coverage for modem protection. Power Protection Devices Interference or fluctuations in your area, disconnect the telephone line from the telephone wall jack and disconnect your...
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... options for your computer such as drivers and downloads, training, tutorials, and Knowledge Base articles. Troubleshooting 285 To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the test screen to return to the Main Menu screen. Describes the test and may ...Model Number, Express Service Code, your Warranty Information and provides you with options for running the test. The device list may indicate requirements for contacting Dell Technical Support including live chat, phone and E-mail. Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center application is installed on your ...
... options for your computer such as drivers and downloads, training, tutorials, and Knowledge Base articles. Troubleshooting 285 To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the test screen to return to the Main Menu screen. Describes the test and may ...Model Number, Express Service Code, your Warranty Information and provides you with options for running the test. The device list may indicate requirements for contacting Dell Technical Support including live chat, phone and E-mail. Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center application is installed on your ...
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...can call for your region, see "Contacting Dell" on page 337. 2 Include a copy of the box. For the telephone number to call . Have your invoice or packing slip handy when you call for customer assistance. Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit Prepare all items being returned..., whether for repair or credit, as missing parts, wrong parts, or incorrect billing, contact Dell for your region, see "Contacting Dell" on page 337. When you call for your region...
...can call for your region, see "Contacting Dell" on page 337. 2 Include a copy of the box. For the telephone number to call . Have your invoice or packing slip handy when you call for customer assistance. Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit Prepare all items being returned..., whether for repair or credit, as missing parts, wrong parts, or incorrect billing, contact Dell for your region, see "Contacting Dell" on page 337. When you call for your region...
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Contents Getting Help 47 Technical Support and Customer Service 48 DellConnect 48 Online Services 48 Automated Order-Status Service 49 Product Information 50 Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit 50 Before You Call 52 Contacting Dell 53 Finding More Information and Resources 54 Specifications 56 Index 65 4
Contents Getting Help 47 Technical Support and Customer Service 48 DellConnect 48 Online Services 48 Automated Order-Status Service 49 Product Information 50 Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit 50 Before You Call 52 Contacting Dell 53 Finding More Information and Resources 54 Specifications 56 Index 65 4
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INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center helps you find service, support, and system-specific information you need. The home page provides links to access: • Self Help (Troubleshooting, ... drive or on Call, and Online Scan with PC CheckUp) • About Your System (System Documentation, Warranty Information, System Information, Upgrades & Accessories) The top of the Dell Support Center home page displays your computer) • Assistance from Dell (Technical Support with DellConnect™, Customer Service, Training and Tutorials, How-To Help with...
INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center helps you find service, support, and system-specific information you need. The home page provides links to access: • Self Help (Troubleshooting, ... drive or on Call, and Online Scan with PC CheckUp) • About Your System (System Documentation, Warranty Information, System Information, Upgrades & Accessories) The top of the Dell Support Center home page displays your computer) • Assistance from Dell (Technical Support with DellConnect™, Customer Service, Training and Tutorials, How-To Help with...
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...you need information about additional products available from Dell, or if you have run and any error messages reported by the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 53. Include a copy of the box. 2. Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Prepare all items being returned,... whether for the return. 4. For the telephone number to call for your region, see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 38). 50 Include a copy of the Diagnostics Checklist (...
...you need information about additional products available from Dell, or if you have run and any error messages reported by the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 53. Include a copy of the box. 2. Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Prepare all items being returned,... whether for the return. 4. For the telephone number to call for your region, see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 38). 50 Include a copy of the Diagnostics Checklist (...
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... part. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your operating system. the Service Manual on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your computer...
... part. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your operating system. the Service Manual on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your computer...
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review Warranty information, Terms and Conditions (U.S. You must use the service tag to identify your computer. the back or bottom of your computer on your computer. check on support.dell.com or to contact technical support. Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: ...License Agreement. See: the safety and regulatory documents that shipped with your computer and also see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com. 55 find drivers and downloads. locate information for technicians or experienced users. access technical support and product help. find your...
review Warranty information, Terms and Conditions (U.S. You must use the service tag to identify your computer. the back or bottom of your computer on your computer. check on support.dell.com or to contact technical support. Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: ...License Agreement. See: the safety and regulatory documents that shipped with your computer and also see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com. 55 find drivers and downloads. locate information for technicians or experienced users. access technical support and product help. find your...
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Index W warranty returns 50 Windows, reinstalling 41 Windows Vista® Program Compatibility Wizard 33 reinstalling 46 setup 10 wired network network cable, connecting 7 wireless network connection 29 68
Index W warranty returns 50 Windows, reinstalling 41 Windows Vista® Program Compatibility Wizard 33 reinstalling 46 setup 10 wired network network cable, connecting 7 wireless network connection 29 68
Service Manual
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NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by your warranty. Removing the Audio Connector Cover 1. Back to servicing that shipped with your computer. Back to Contents Page Audio Connector Cover Dell™ Inspiron™ 1545 Service Manual Removing the Audio Connector Cover Replacing the Audio Connector Cover CAUTION: Before...
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by your warranty. Removing the Audio Connector Cover 1. Back to servicing that shipped with your computer. Back to Contents Page Audio Connector Cover Dell™ Inspiron™ 1545 Service Manual Removing the Audio Connector Cover Replacing the Audio Connector Cover CAUTION: Before...
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...touching an unpainted metal surface (such as shown in the figure. NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should be removed only by your warranty. Ensure that shipped with your computer. Align the tabs on the back of the computer. 2. Removing the Base Cover 1. NOTICE: ...turn off . 2. Slide the battery into the battery bay until it clicks into place. Back to Contents Page Base Cover Dell™ Inspiron™ 1545 Service Manual Removing the Base Cover Replacing the Base Cover CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that the...
...touching an unpainted metal surface (such as shown in the figure. NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should be removed only by your warranty. Ensure that shipped with your computer. Align the tabs on the back of the computer. 2. Removing the Base Cover 1. NOTICE: ...turn off . 2. Slide the battery into the battery bay until it clicks into place. Back to Contents Page Base Cover Dell™ Inspiron™ 1545 Service Manual Removing the Base Cover Replacing the Base Cover CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that the...
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...computer base. Remove the system board (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by your warranty. Lift the assembly out of the computer). Follow the instructions in damage to... screwdriver, place the spring over the hook on the computer base. 2. Back to Contents Page Battery Latch Assembly Dell™ Inspiron™ 1545 Service Manual Removing the Battery Latch Assembly Replacing the Battery Latch Assembly CAUTION: Before working inside the computer.
...computer base. Remove the system board (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by your warranty. Lift the assembly out of the computer). Follow the instructions in damage to... screwdriver, place the spring over the hook on the computer base. 2. Back to Contents Page Battery Latch Assembly Dell™ Inspiron™ 1545 Service Manual Removing the Battery Latch Assembly Replacing the Battery Latch Assembly CAUTION: Before working inside the computer.
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... NOTICE: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open programs. 2. Damage due to ensure your warranty. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that both connectors are turned off when you begin working inside the computer. 1. Do not ...process finishes. 3. Also, before you disconnect the cable. If the computer is not covered by Dell™ is connected to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Inspiron™ 1545 Service Manual Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer This section provides procedures...
... NOTICE: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open programs. 2. Damage due to ensure your warranty. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that both connectors are turned off when you begin working inside the computer. 1. Do not ...process finishes. 3. Also, before you disconnect the cable. If the computer is not covered by Dell™ is connected to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Inspiron™ 1545 Service Manual Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer This section provides procedures...
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If you ordered a card with Bluetooth wireless technology with your warranty. Remove the screw that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer). Remove... You Begin. 2. Do not pull on your computer, it is glued to Contents Page Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Dell™ Inspiron™ 1545 Service Manual Removing the Card Replacing the Card CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer...
If you ordered a card with Bluetooth wireless technology with your warranty. Remove the screw that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer). Remove... You Begin. 2. Do not pull on your computer, it is glued to Contents Page Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Dell™ Inspiron™ 1545 Service Manual Removing the Card Replacing the Card CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer...
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... To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by your warranty. Remove the display bezel (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the Display Bezel). 4. ...panel (see Before Working Inside Your Computer) before working inside the computer. Back to Contents Page Camera (Optional) Dell™ Inspiron™ 1545 Service Manual Removing the Camera Replacing the Camera CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that ...
... To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by your warranty. Remove the display bezel (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the Display Bezel). 4. ...panel (see Before Working Inside Your Computer) before working inside the computer. Back to Contents Page Camera (Optional) Dell™ Inspiron™ 1545 Service Manual Removing the Camera Replacing the Camera CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that ...