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It also covers technical specifications, the system setup program, and system codes and messages. 1-2 Dell Inspiron Systems Setup Guide Your Reference and Troubleshooting Guide provides information on adding upgrades like memory, performing basic troubleshooting procedures, and reinstalling drivers.
It also covers technical specifications, the system setup program, and system codes and messages. 1-2 Dell Inspiron Systems Setup Guide Your Reference and Troubleshooting Guide provides information on adding upgrades like memory, performing basic troubleshooting procedures, and reinstalling drivers.
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...water rather than with a soft, clean cloth and commercial window cleaner that your computer gets wet or is not operating properly, contact Dell Computer Corporation. (See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for the appropriate telephone number.) vii then stroke the cloth across the display in ...wait 5 seconds after following these procedures, you connect a cable make sure both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned. When removing a memory module from the system board or disconnecting a peripheral device from its power source, and remove the battery pack(s). If, after turning off...
...water rather than with a soft, clean cloth and commercial window cleaner that your computer gets wet or is not operating properly, contact Dell Computer Corporation. (See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for the appropriate telephone number.) vii then stroke the cloth across the display in ...wait 5 seconds after following these procedures, you connect a cable make sure both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned. When removing a memory module from the system board or disconnecting a peripheral device from its power source, and remove the battery pack(s). If, after turning off...
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... remove the component from the antistatic packing material until you are ready to install the component. Disconnect your computer's electronic components, such as a memory module. Before removing or installing memory modules, perform the following steps to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD): When unpacking a static-sensitive component from its shipping carton, do...
... remove the component from the antistatic packing material until you are ready to install the component. Disconnect your computer's electronic components, such as a memory module. Before removing or installing memory modules, perform the following steps to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD): When unpacking a static-sensitive component from its shipping carton, do...
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Example: The following message appears on the screen of a command (referred to type as part of your screen: No boot device available Variables are symbols for example, or it can be a system message, for which you are presented in the Courier New font. It can be text that appears on your display or external monitor. They are instructed to as a command line). Example: module n (where n represents the memory module number) xiv Screen text is presented in italics. Screen text is text that you substitute a value.
Example: The following message appears on the screen of a command (referred to type as part of your screen: No boot device available Variables are symbols for example, or it can be a system message, for which you are presented in the Courier New font. It can be text that appears on your display or external monitor. They are instructed to as a command line). Example: module n (where n represents the memory module number) xiv Screen text is presented in italics. Screen text is text that you substitute a value.
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... 2-4 Installing a Battery 2-5 Installing a Second Battery 2-7 Attaching the Composite TV-Out Adapter Cable 2-8 Installing an Internal Hard-Disk Drive 2-9 Returning a Hard-Disk Drive to Dell 2-11 Installing a Second Hard-Disk Drive 2-12 Installing Memory Modules 2-12 Port Replicator 2-15 Connecting Other External Devices 2-15 Checking the Basics 3-1 Checking Connections 3-2 Environmental Factors 3-3 Power 3-3 xv
... 2-4 Installing a Battery 2-5 Installing a Second Battery 2-7 Attaching the Composite TV-Out Adapter Cable 2-8 Installing an Internal Hard-Disk Drive 2-9 Returning a Hard-Disk Drive to Dell 2-11 Installing a Second Hard-Disk Drive 2-12 Installing Memory Modules 2-12 Port Replicator 2-15 Connecting Other External Devices 2-15 Checking the Basics 3-1 Checking Connections 3-2 Environmental Factors 3-3 Power 3-3 xv
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...Options 3-6 Finding Software Solutions 3-7 Installing and Configuring Software 3-7 Start-Up Files 3-8 Using Software 3-8 Error Messages 3-8 Input Errors 3-8 Memory-Resident Programs 3-9 Program Conflicts 3-9 Avoiding Interrupt Assignment Conflicts 3-9 Troubleshooting Procedures 3-11 Troubleshooting a Wet Computer 3-11 Troubleshooting a Damaged Computer... the Touch Pad 3-28 Troubleshooting Audio Functions 3-29 Running the Dell Diagnostics 3-29 Starting the Dell Diagnostics 3-30 Dell Diagnostics Main Screen 3-31 Confirming the System Configuration Information 3-32 xvi
...Options 3-6 Finding Software Solutions 3-7 Installing and Configuring Software 3-7 Start-Up Files 3-8 Using Software 3-8 Error Messages 3-8 Input Errors 3-8 Memory-Resident Programs 3-9 Program Conflicts 3-9 Avoiding Interrupt Assignment Conflicts 3-9 Troubleshooting Procedures 3-11 Troubleshooting a Wet Computer 3-11 Troubleshooting a Damaged Computer... the Touch Pad 3-28 Troubleshooting Audio Functions 3-29 Running the Dell Diagnostics 3-29 Starting the Dell Diagnostics 3-30 Dell Diagnostics Main Screen 3-31 Confirming the System Configuration Information 3-32 xvi
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...Figure 2-5. Figure 3-1. Figure 2-3. Figure 2-8. Figure 5-1. MOC Notice (South Korea Only D-6 Class A Device D-7 Class B Device D-7 Polish Center for Dell-Branded Hardware Products E-6 Previous Products E-7 Software E-7 Additional Information E-7 Figure 1-1. and Canada Only E-5 Year 2000 Statement of the Computer 1-6 Using the...Removing the Internal Hard-Disk Drive 2-10 Repackaging the Hard-Disk Drive 2-11 Removing a Memory Module 2-13 Diagnostics Menu 3-31 Dell Diagnostics Main Screen 3-32 Diagnostics Checklist 5-6 xix Front View of the Computer 1-4 Back ...
...Figure 2-5. Figure 3-1. Figure 2-3. Figure 2-8. Figure 5-1. MOC Notice (South Korea Only D-6 Class A Device D-7 Class B Device D-7 Polish Center for Dell-Branded Hardware Products E-6 Previous Products E-7 Software E-7 Additional Information E-7 Figure 1-1. and Canada Only E-5 Year 2000 Statement of the Computer 1-6 Using the...Removing the Internal Hard-Disk Drive 2-10 Repackaging the Hard-Disk Drive 2-11 Removing a Memory Module 2-13 Diagnostics Menu 3-31 Dell Diagnostics Main Screen 3-32 Diagnostics Checklist 5-6 xix Front View of the Computer 1-4 Back ...
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... incorporating the latest processor technology. NOTE: Your computer was shipped with support for a maximum of synchronous dynamic random access memory (SDRAM) system memory, with a diskette drive in the processor core. Because the Microsoft Windows NT® operating system does not support DVD...-out S-video connector. A 64-bit hardware-accelerated ATI Mobility-M video controller with hardware wavetable support and 3D surround sound. support.dell.com Introduction 1-1 For information on removing the diskette drive and installing a different device in the bay, see "Using the Media ...
... incorporating the latest processor technology. NOTE: Your computer was shipped with support for a maximum of synchronous dynamic random access memory (SDRAM) system memory, with a diskette drive in the processor core. Because the Microsoft Windows NT® operating system does not support DVD...-out S-video connector. A 64-bit hardware-accelerated ATI Mobility-M video controller with hardware wavetable support and 3D surround sound. support.dell.com Introduction 1-1 For information on removing the diskette drive and installing a different device in the bay, see "Using the Media ...
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Ultra direct memory access (DMA)/33 data transfer protocol for more information. Contact the USB device manufacturer for Advanced Technology Attachment (ATA)/integrated drive electronics (IDE) hard-disk drive interface. NOTE: Windows NT does not support IrDA. 1-2 Dell Inspiron 3700 System ... is positioned in a typing position. An integrated keyboard that includes two special keys that support the Windows operating systems. Dell™ DualPoint™ integrated pointing device, which simplifies connecting peripheral devices such as keyboards, mice, printers, and computer ...
Ultra direct memory access (DMA)/33 data transfer protocol for more information. Contact the USB device manufacturer for Advanced Technology Attachment (ATA)/integrated drive electronics (IDE) hard-disk drive interface. NOTE: Windows NT does not support IrDA. 1-2 Dell Inspiron 3700 System ... is positioned in a typing position. An integrated keyboard that includes two special keys that support the Windows operating systems. Dell™ DualPoint™ integrated pointing device, which simplifies connecting peripheral devices such as keyboards, mice, printers, and computer ...
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For instructions, see Chapter 5, "Getting Help." support.dell.com Introduction 1-9 If at any of tools to help you. External keyboards and a numeric keypad External monitors External pointing devices External speakers, headphones, and microphones ... hard-disk drive for the media bay DVD-ROM drives SuperDisk LS-120 drives AC adapter PC Cards 32-, 64-, 128-, 192-, and 256-MB memory modules Carrying case To order any time you do not understand a procedure described in this guide, or if your computer does not perform as expected...
For instructions, see Chapter 5, "Getting Help." support.dell.com Introduction 1-9 If at any of tools to help you. External keyboards and a numeric keypad External monitors External pointing devices External speakers, headphones, and microphones ... hard-disk drive for the media bay DVD-ROM drives SuperDisk LS-120 drives AC adapter PC Cards 32-, 64-, 128-, 192-, and 256-MB memory modules Carrying case To order any time you do not understand a procedure described in this guide, or if your computer does not perform as expected...
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...lift it up to the documentation that came with the drive. NOTE: Your computer has two memory module sockets, labeled "DIMM A" and "DIMM B." If you purchase a non-Dell-installed 192-MB memory module, you purchase from their electrical outlets. 2. If the computer is docked, undock it ... memory modules underneath it up. Save and close any open files, exit any attached peripherals, including telephone or telecommunication lines, from the battery bay or the media bay. 5. For instructions, see your finger under the cover by the indentation and firmly lift it . 2-12 Dell Inspiron 3700...
...lift it up to the documentation that came with the drive. NOTE: Your computer has two memory module sockets, labeled "DIMM A" and "DIMM B." If you purchase a non-Dell-installed 192-MB memory module, you purchase from their electrical outlets. 2. If the computer is docked, undock it ... memory modules underneath it up. Save and close any open files, exit any attached peripherals, including telephone or telecommunication lines, from the battery bay or the media bay. 5. For instructions, see your finger under the cover by the indentation and firmly lift it . 2-12 Dell Inspiron 3700...
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... . With the module at a 45-degree angle, press the memory module's edge connector firmly into the appropriate socket. d. support.dell.com Options and Upgrades 2-13 6. Ground yourself, and unpack the memory module from the socket (see Figure 2-9). Memory modules are notched so that the memory module can be populated before the socket labeled "DIMM B". a. c. Then...
... . With the module at a 45-degree angle, press the memory module's edge connector firmly into the appropriate socket. d. support.dell.com Options and Upgrades 2-13 6. Ground yourself, and unpack the memory module from the socket (see Figure 2-9). Memory modules are notched so that the memory module can be populated before the socket labeled "DIMM B". a. c. Then...
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...in the System Setup program). Run the System Memory device group of additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information. 11. For instructions, see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" in the slots on . 9. Replace the memory module cover: a. To enter the System Setup ...the System Memory option reflects the additional memory. Repeat steps 1 through 10 until you hear it detects the presence of the Dell Diagnostics to -disk suspend mode. The amount of memory installed in the computer is enabled in Chapter 4. 2-14 Dell Inspiron 3700 System Reference...
...in the System Setup program). Run the System Memory device group of additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information. 11. For instructions, see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" in the slots on . 9. Replace the memory module cover: a. To enter the System Setup ...the System Memory option reflects the additional memory. Repeat steps 1 through 10 until you hear it detects the presence of the Dell Diagnostics to -disk suspend mode. The amount of memory installed in the computer is enabled in Chapter 4. 2-14 Dell Inspiron 3700 System Reference...
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...problems, refer to check your computer's configuration as a printer, external keyboard, or mouse). If appropriate, refer to load its files into memory from whom you see an error message or flash code, refer to Appendix C, "Error Messages and Flash Codes." 7. Perform the steps ...connected cables are likely sources of problems for the location of the system Help for your computer's external connectors and controls. 3-2 Dell Inspiron 3700 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide Verify that accompanied the item. 2. If you changed the appropriate settings in the System Setup program ...
...problems, refer to check your computer's configuration as a printer, external keyboard, or mouse). If appropriate, refer to load its files into memory from whom you see an error message or flash code, refer to Appendix C, "Error Messages and Flash Codes." 7. Perform the steps ...connected cables are likely sources of problems for the location of the system Help for your computer's external connectors and controls. 3-2 Dell Inspiron 3700 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide Verify that accompanied the item. 2. If you changed the appropriate settings in the System Setup program ...
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... result from the following subsections provide general guidelines for the software. If all available system memory, damage and/or destroy data stored on a particular program, see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" found later in addition to be confusing. If, after checking the setup options,... are . Software errors can also appear to the operating system, isolating a software problem can download with certain application programs Memory conflicts resulting from the use all tests in the device group complete successfully, the error condition is caused by software by first...
... result from the following subsections provide general guidelines for the software. If all available system memory, damage and/or destroy data stored on a particular program, see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" found later in addition to be confusing. If, after checking the setup options,... are . Software errors can also appear to the operating system, isolating a software problem can download with certain application programs Memory conflicts resulting from the use all tests in the device group complete successfully, the error condition is caused by software by first...
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...disk drive. Appendix C, "Error Messages and Flash Codes," discusses the error messages generated by setting system parameters, starting memory-resident programs, and loading device driver software. The software installation routine assists you in transferring the appropriate program files to...or peripheral does not work correctly, check the product's documentation to see the documentation that no longer runs properly. 3-8 Dell Inspiron 3700 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide Error messages can occur while using . These files contain commands that whenever you change the ...
...disk drive. Appendix C, "Error Messages and Flash Codes," discusses the error messages generated by setting system parameters, starting memory-resident programs, and loading device driver software. The software installation routine assists you in transferring the appropriate program files to...or peripheral does not work correctly, check the product's documentation to see the documentation that no longer runs properly. 3-8 Dell Inspiron 3700 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide Error messages can occur while using . These files contain commands that whenever you change the ...
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...available for each installed device. Double-click the System icon. support.dell.com Basic Troubleshooting 3-9 These programs are designed to start TSR programs when you boot the computer. Other programs use of all or part of the memory already occupied by the manufacturer of the software you may have ... the data is creating the conflict. Add the TSR commands back into the start -up files contain commands to stay resident in system memory and thus always be loaded either when the computer boots or from an operating system prompt. Problems can arise if two devices attempt to...
...available for each installed device. Double-click the System icon. support.dell.com Basic Troubleshooting 3-9 These programs are designed to start TSR programs when you boot the computer. Other programs use of all or part of the memory already occupied by the manufacturer of the software you may have ... the data is creating the conflict. Add the TSR commands back into the start -up files contain commands to stay resident in system memory and thus always be loaded either when the computer boots or from an operating system prompt. Problems can arise if two devices attempt to...
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...remove any attached peripherals and disconnect them from their power sources and then from the electrical outlet. For instructions, refer to "Installing Memory Modules" in a safe place to the computer. For instructions, refer to "Installing an Internal Hard-Disk Drive" in this chapter...any PC Cards. Remove any of the procedures in this section, see "Checking the Basics" found earlier in Chapter 2. 6. support.dell.com Basic Troubleshooting 3-11 This section provides troubleshooting procedures for integrated components (such as the display) and for the component or equipment...
...remove any attached peripherals and disconnect them from their power sources and then from the electrical outlet. For instructions, refer to "Installing Memory Modules" in a safe place to the computer. For instructions, refer to "Installing an Internal Hard-Disk Drive" in this chapter...any PC Cards. Remove any of the procedures in this section, see "Checking the Basics" found earlier in Chapter 2. 6. support.dell.com Basic Troubleshooting 3-11 This section provides troubleshooting procedures for integrated components (such as the display) and for the component or equipment...
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...Yes. Then disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet. Replace the memory module cover. 11. The problem is unable to identify computer damage. If you cannot identify the damaged component(s), call Dell for technical assistance. (See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for at ...found later in this section. Replace the memory module(s). 10. Reinstall the media bay and PC Cards that you removed in step 4. 14. Disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet. Place the computer in Chapter 2. 3-12 Dell Inspiron 3700 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide Remove any open...
...Yes. Then disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet. Replace the memory module cover. 11. The problem is unable to identify computer damage. If you cannot identify the damaged component(s), call Dell for technical assistance. (See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for at ...found later in this section. Replace the memory module(s). 10. Reinstall the media bay and PC Cards that you removed in step 4. 14. Disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet. Place the computer in Chapter 2. 3-12 Dell Inspiron 3700 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide Remove any open...
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... electrical outlet. 2. Reinstall the battery or other device(s) removed from the keyboard, display, hard-disk drive, and diskette drive. support.dell.com Basic Troubleshooting 3-13 Run the Dell Diagnostics to "Installing Memory Modules" in step 4. Try turning on the computer. 4. The problem is any installed PC Cards are properly seated in this chapter...
... electrical outlet. 2. Reinstall the battery or other device(s) removed from the keyboard, display, hard-disk drive, and diskette drive. support.dell.com Basic Troubleshooting 3-13 Run the Dell Diagnostics to "Installing Memory Modules" in step 4. Try turning on the computer. 4. The problem is any installed PC Cards are properly seated in this chapter...