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Touchscreen Gestures 30 Zoom 30 Dwell 31 Flick 31 Scroll 31 Rotate 32 Keyboard 33 Backlit Keyboard 34 Keyboard Connection Types 35 Locating the Service Tag and Express-Service Code 36 Locating the Label on Your Computer 36 Using Dell's Online System Profiler 36 Storage 36 About Storage Devices 36 Internal Storage Devices 37 Hard Drives 37 Solid-State Drives 37 Removable Storage Devices 37 Optical Discs 38 Memory Cards 38 Memory Module 39 System Board 40 Processor 42 Computer Fan 43 Heat Sink 43 Thermal Grease 44 4 Contents
Touchscreen Gestures 30 Zoom 30 Dwell 31 Flick 31 Scroll 31 Rotate 32 Keyboard 33 Backlit Keyboard 34 Keyboard Connection Types 35 Locating the Service Tag and Express-Service Code 36 Locating the Label on Your Computer 36 Using Dell's Online System Profiler 36 Storage 36 About Storage Devices 36 Internal Storage Devices 37 Hard Drives 37 Solid-State Drives 37 Removable Storage Devices 37 Optical Discs 38 Memory Cards 38 Memory Module 39 System Board 40 Processor 42 Computer Fan 43 Heat Sink 43 Thermal Grease 44 4 Contents
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...Configuration. -- Service Code You can be internal or external. Go to store data for later use Dell's online System Profiler to scan for the Service Tag follow the instructions on . 36 ...Storage devices can locate the Service Tag and the Express-Service Code of the computer chassis Using Dell's Online System Profiler If your computer is located on a label on and you have access to... on your computer either on the label on the computer, or using the using the Dell's online System Profiler. Storage About Storage Devices Storage devices allow you manually delete the data...
...Configuration. -- Service Code You can be internal or external. Go to store data for later use Dell's online System Profiler to scan for the Service Tag follow the instructions on . 36 ...Storage devices can locate the Service Tag and the Express-Service Code of the computer chassis Using Dell's Online System Profiler If your computer is located on a label on and you have access to... on your computer either on the label on the computer, or using the using the Dell's online System Profiler. Storage About Storage Devices Storage devices allow you manually delete the data...
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...drive is a data storage device that rotate on . Hard Drives An HDD contains magnetically coated platters that uses solid-state (flash) memory to physical shock, are coated with a shallow layer of carbon for protection. Commonly used removable storage devices include: • Optical discs •...; Memory cards • Magnetic tapes Storage 37 Solid-State Drives An SSD is the data center of a spindle that you can remove...
...drive is a data storage device that rotate on . Hard Drives An HDD contains magnetically coated platters that uses solid-state (flash) memory to physical shock, are coated with a shallow layer of carbon for protection. Commonly used removable storage devices include: • Optical discs •...; Memory cards • Magnetic tapes Storage 37 Solid-State Drives An SSD is the data center of a spindle that you can remove...
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... (DVD) stores data up to supersede the DVD format. Memory Cards Memory cards, also referred to as flash cards, use flash memory to 4.7 GB (single layer) or 8.5 GB (dual layer). • CD - Optical Discs Some examples of memory cards are commonly used in devices such as digital cameras, ... same size as DVDs and CDs. A Compact Disc (CD) stores data up to store digital information. Memory cards are : Secure Digital (SD)/Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Stick (MS)/Memory Stick Pro (MS Pro) Extreme Digital (xD) Multimedia Card (MMC) Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC) ...
... (DVD) stores data up to supersede the DVD format. Memory Cards Memory cards, also referred to as flash cards, use flash memory to 4.7 GB (single layer) or 8.5 GB (dual layer). • CD - Optical Discs Some examples of memory cards are commonly used in devices such as digital cameras, ... same size as DVDs and CDs. A Compact Disc (CD) stores data up to store digital information. Memory cards are : Secure Digital (SD)/Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Stick (MS)/Memory Stick Pro (MS Pro) Extreme Digital (xD) Multimedia Card (MMC) Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC) ...
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... used in notebook computers, however, may also be used in -one computers. Memory Stick XC (MSXC) MultiMedia Card plus (MMC+) Memory Module Memory modules are Printed Circuit Boards (PCB) with Random Access Memory (RAM) chips soldered on the type of computer they are used in some compact... desktops and all-in , memory modules are categorized as: • Dual In-line Memory Module (DIMM) - Used in...
... used in notebook computers, however, may also be used in -one computers. Memory Stick XC (MSXC) MultiMedia Card plus (MMC+) Memory Module Memory modules are Printed Circuit Boards (PCB) with Random Access Memory (RAM) chips soldered on the type of computer they are used in some compact... desktops and all-in , memory modules are categorized as: • Dual In-line Memory Module (DIMM) - Used in...
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...system board are: • Processor socket(s) - Provides slot(s) to install processor(s). • Memory-module connector(s) - Provides slot(s) to install expansion card(s). • Chipset - Contains the system memory or BIOS program. • Power connectors - Additionally, a system board may vary based on...supply. Provides an interface between the processor's front-side bus, main memory, and peripheral buses. • Flash memory - NOTE: Size, shape, and location of computers. Provide power to install memory module(s). • Expansion card slot(s) - All other devices connect to...
...system board are: • Processor socket(s) - Provides slot(s) to install processor(s). • Memory-module connector(s) - Provides slot(s) to install expansion card(s). • Chipset - Contains the system memory or BIOS program. • Power connectors - Additionally, a system board may vary based on...supply. Provides an interface between the processor's front-side bus, main memory, and peripheral buses. • Flash memory - NOTE: Size, shape, and location of computers. Provide power to install memory module(s). • Expansion card slot(s) - All other devices connect to...
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...; AMD Sempron 42 Processor Processor Processor is generally measured in number of calculations it can perform in GigaHertz (GHz) or MegaHertz (MHz) • Onboard memory, also referred to as Cache The performance of a processor is the part of the computer or another electronic device that processes data and instructions to...
...; AMD Sempron 42 Processor Processor Processor is generally measured in number of calculations it can perform in GigaHertz (GHz) or MegaHertz (MHz) • Onboard memory, also referred to as Cache The performance of a processor is the part of the computer or another electronic device that processes data and instructions to...
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.... Discrete video cards are generally installed in a PCI-E x16 expansion slots on the system board. Discrete video cards have dedicated memory, and share the system memory and processor to output video. These cards are formed by etching a graphics processing unit (GPU), or any other processing system on... which improves the performance of two types: • Integrated video - APUs are best suited for users who do not have dedicated memory on the cards and generally provide higher performance than air. Video cards can be of the computer when compared to manually enable the ...
.... Discrete video cards are generally installed in a PCI-E x16 expansion slots on the system board. Discrete video cards have dedicated memory, and share the system memory and processor to output video. These cards are formed by etching a graphics processing unit (GPU), or any other processing system on... which improves the performance of two types: • Integrated video - APUs are best suited for users who do not have dedicated memory on the cards and generally provide higher performance than air. Video cards can be of the computer when compared to manually enable the ...
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... to protect the slot from dust particles. ExpressCards are installed on , to your laptop computer. ExpressCards ExpressCards allow you to connect peripheral devices such as memory cards, wired and wireless communications, printers, scanners, microphone, and so on externally accessible ExpressCard slots. ExpressCards replace PC cards.
... to protect the slot from dust particles. ExpressCards are installed on , to your laptop computer. ExpressCards ExpressCards allow you to connect peripheral devices such as memory cards, wired and wireless communications, printers, scanners, microphone, and so on externally accessible ExpressCard slots. ExpressCards replace PC cards.
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... changes, critical events, and restoration points on . -- View detailed information about My Dell Support Center and to download and install the available support tools, see which program occupies the maximum memory on your hard drive, and track the changes made to your hard drive. --...System Performance Improvement Offers - For more . The control panel also provides links to access: PC Checkup-Run hardware diagnostics, see dell.com/dellsupportcenter. Access system recovery tools that help improve your hardware and operating system configurations; You can also 114 Solution ...
... changes, critical events, and restoration points on . -- View detailed information about My Dell Support Center and to download and install the available support tools, see which program occupies the maximum memory on your hard drive, and track the changes made to your hard drive. --...System Performance Improvement Offers - For more . The control panel also provides links to access: PC Checkup-Run hardware diagnostics, see dell.com/dellsupportcenter. Access system recovery tools that help improve your hardware and operating system configurations; You can also 114 Solution ...
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... menu. Press any questions that failed, press . -- Select Exit to continue." 5. NOTE: You computer may not support PSA. "Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. Diagnostics 137 Diagnostics Pre-Boot System Assessment You can use the Pre-Boot System Assessment (ePSA) to diagnose various... hardware problems. Once invoked, the PSA tests devices such as the system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on or restart your computer. 2. If the PSA completes successfully, the following message appears on the screen....
... menu. Press any questions that failed, press . -- Select Exit to continue." 5. NOTE: You computer may not support PSA. "Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. Diagnostics 137 Diagnostics Pre-Boot System Assessment You can use the Pre-Boot System Assessment (ePSA) to diagnose various... hardware problems. Once invoked, the PSA tests devices such as the system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on or restart your computer. 2. If the PSA completes successfully, the following message appears on the screen....
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... your computer and try again. 3. Displays detailed configuration and status information about all devices under ePSA. • Results - Invoking ePSA To invoke ePSA: 1. When the DELL logo appears, press to wait until you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to access the Boot menu. Displays all the... can use the Enhanced Pre-Boot System Assessment (ePSA) to diagnose various hardware problems. The ePSA tests devices such as the system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on the right of the tests.
... your computer and try again. 3. Displays detailed configuration and status information about all devices under ePSA. • Results - Invoking ePSA To invoke ePSA: 1. When the DELL logo appears, press to wait until you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to access the Boot menu. Displays all the... can use the Enhanced Pre-Boot System Assessment (ePSA) to diagnose various hardware problems. The ePSA tests devices such as the system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on the right of the tests.
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...failed, press Retry. -- If the ePSA completes successfully, the following message appears on the screen. -- If you want to run the remaining memory tests? If the ePSA completes with errors, the following message appears: "No problems have been found with this occurs, note the beep code... "Testing completed. Do you are errors or problems. This series of beeps during the ePSA tests, write down the error code(s) and contact Dell. NOTE: Some of the common beep codes. During the assessment, answer any questions that occurred during the ePSA tests. 5. to the next ...
...failed, press Retry. -- If the ePSA completes successfully, the following message appears on the screen. -- If you want to run the remaining memory tests? If the ePSA completes with errors, the following message appears: "No problems have been found with this occurs, note the beep code... "Testing completed. Do you are errors or problems. This series of beeps during the ePSA tests, write down the error code(s) and contact Dell. NOTE: Some of the common beep codes. During the assessment, answer any questions that occurred during the ePSA tests. 5. to the next ...
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...the screen, and then click Search charm. Windows 8 Swipe from electrical devices like fans, fluorescent lights, and halogen lamps. 3. Ensure that the memory module is seated properly. Windows 7 Click Start → Help and Support. 2. Move the display away from the right-edge (or move your ... Six Seven Eight Possible Problem Possible system board failure-BIOS ROM checksum failure No RAM detected NOTE: If you installed or replaced the memory module, ensure that the subwoofer is at least 60 cm away from the monitor. 140 Troubleshooting For more information, see Help...
...the screen, and then click Search charm. Windows 8 Swipe from electrical devices like fans, fluorescent lights, and halogen lamps. 3. Ensure that the memory module is seated properly. Windows 7 Click Start → Help and Support. 2. Move the display away from the right-edge (or move your ... Six Seven Eight Possible Problem Possible system board failure-BIOS ROM checksum failure No RAM detected NOTE: If you installed or replaced the memory module, ensure that the subwoofer is at least 60 cm away from the monitor. 140 Troubleshooting For more information, see Help...
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When the computer starts, the BIOS initializes and identifies system devices such as the user password • Determine the current amount of memory or the type of the BIOS is to wait until you press before the prompt appears or after you are an expert computer user. If ...you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to load and start the operating system. When the DELL logo is the first program that runs on your computer when you note the current system setup configuration for the F2 prompt to : • Change...
When the computer starts, the BIOS initializes and identifies system devices such as the user password • Determine the current amount of memory or the type of the BIOS is to wait until you press before the prompt appears or after you are an expert computer user. If ...you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to load and start the operating system. When the DELL logo is the first program that runs on your computer when you note the current system setup configuration for the F2 prompt to : • Change...
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... for the Current Boot 149 For example, if you are booting from a network, connect the network cable to your computer. 2. If booting from a USB memory key, highlight USB Flash Device and press . Select the device you see the Microsoft Windows desktop. If booting from by pressing up-arrow/ down your...
... for the Current Boot 149 For example, if you are booting from a network, connect the network cable to your computer. 2. If booting from a USB memory key, highlight USB Flash Device and press . Select the device you see the Microsoft Windows desktop. If booting from by pressing up-arrow/ down your...
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... your open documents and programs on your computer by regulating power supply to start working . • Hibernation - While sleep puts your work and settings in memory and draws a small amount of your computer configuration. • Easy Transfer Cable - You need a USB flash drive or an external hard drive compatible with both...
... your open documents and programs on your computer by regulating power supply to start working . • Hibernation - While sleep puts your work and settings in memory and draws a small amount of your computer configuration. • Easy Transfer Cable - You need a USB flash drive or an external hard drive compatible with both...
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... settings, click Change plan settings 168 Power Management • Hybrid sleep - When hybrid sleep is designed primarily for desktop computers. Type Power Options in memory and on your computer usage. 3. Hybrid sleep is turned on desktop computers. Hybrid sleep is typically turned on by default on , putting your computer into...
... settings, click Change plan settings 168 Power Management • Hybrid sleep - When hybrid sleep is designed primarily for desktop computers. Type Power Options in memory and on your computer usage. 3. Hybrid sleep is turned on desktop computers. Hybrid sleep is typically turned on by default on , putting your computer into...
Owner's Manual
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Replacing the Base Cover 21 Procedure 21 Postrequisites 21 Removing the Memory Module(s 22 Prerequisites 22 Procedure 22 Replacing the Memory Module(s 23 Procedure 23 Postrequisites 23 Removing the Hard Drive 24 Prerequisites 24 Procedure 25 Replacing the Hard Drive 27 Procedure 27 Postrequisites 27 Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 28 Prerequisites 28 Procedure 28 Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery 29 Procedure 29 Postrequisites 29 Removing the Palm-Rest 30 Prerequisites 30 Procedure 30 Replacing the Palm-Rest 33 Procedure 33 Postrequisites 33 4 | Contents
Replacing the Base Cover 21 Procedure 21 Postrequisites 21 Removing the Memory Module(s 22 Prerequisites 22 Procedure 22 Replacing the Memory Module(s 23 Procedure 23 Postrequisites 23 Removing the Hard Drive 24 Prerequisites 24 Procedure 25 Replacing the Hard Drive 27 Procedure 27 Postrequisites 27 Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 28 Prerequisites 28 Procedure 28 Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery 29 Procedure 29 Postrequisites 29 Removing the Palm-Rest 30 Prerequisites 30 Procedure 30 Replacing the Palm-Rest 33 Procedure 33 Postrequisites 33 4 | Contents
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... Battery" on page 20. Prerequisites 1 Remove the battery. Removing the Memory Module(s) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
... Battery" on page 20. Prerequisites 1 Remove the battery. Removing the Memory Module(s) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.