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... 6 Connect the Keyboard and Mouse 8 Connect the Power Cable 9 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 10 Press the Power Button 12 Set Up the Operating System 13 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14 Using Your Inspiron Desktop 18 Front View Features 18 Top View Features 20 Back View Features 22 Software Features 25 Dell Dock 30 Solving Problems 31 Beep Codes 31 Network Problems 32 Power Problems 33 Memory Problems 35 Lockups and Software Problems 36 Using Support Tools 38 Dell Support Center 38 System Messages 39 Hardware Troubleshooter 41 Dell Diagnostics 41 Restoring...
... 6 Connect the Keyboard and Mouse 8 Connect the Power Cable 9 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 10 Press the Power Button 12 Set Up the Operating System 13 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14 Using Your Inspiron Desktop 18 Front View Features 18 Top View Features 20 Back View Features 22 Software Features 25 Dell Dock 30 Solving Problems 31 Beep Codes 31 Network Problems 32 Power Problems 33 Memory Problems 35 Lockups and Software Problems 36 Using Support Tools 38 Dell Support Center 38 System Messages 39 Hardware Troubleshooter 41 Dell Diagnostics 41 Restoring...
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... device or Ethernet jack), you have an existing network or Internet connection that the network cable has been securely attached. NOTE: Use only an Ethernet cable to connect to the network connector (RJ45 connector). To connect your computer to a network or a broadband device, connect one end of your computer setup, but if you can connect it now. The network connector has two indicators, the network activity and the link integrity light. 11 Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop A network connection...
... device or Ethernet jack), you have an existing network or Internet connection that the network cable has been securely attached. NOTE: Use only an Ethernet cable to connect to the network connector (RJ45 connector). To connect your computer to a network or a broadband device, connect one end of your computer setup, but if you can connect it now. The network connector has two indicators, the network activity and the link integrity light. 11 Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop A network connection...
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... time, follow the instructions on the screen. Set Up Ubuntu To set up an Internet connection. See the Ubuntu Quick Start Guide that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is recommended that shipped with the operating system you selected at support.dell.com. Set Up Microsoft Windows To set up Ubuntu®...
... time, follow the instructions on the screen. Set Up Ubuntu To set up an Internet connection. See the Ubuntu Quick Start Guide that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is recommended that shipped with the operating system you selected at support.dell.com. Set Up Microsoft Windows To set up Ubuntu®...
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... into a sound or telephony program. 23 Opens the cover of data, never turn off the computer while the hard drive activity light is blinking. 3 Top cover release button - Connects to the computer. Connects your computer. 7 Line-out connector - NOTE: Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it works with integrated amplifiers. 8 Microphone connector - Turns on your computer to a network or broadband device. 6 Security cable slot - Connects video devices such as a monitor or projector. 5 Network connector and light -
... into a sound or telephony program. 23 Opens the cover of data, never turn off the computer while the hard drive activity light is blinking. 3 Top cover release button - Connects to the computer. Connects your computer. 7 Line-out connector - NOTE: Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it works with integrated amplifiers. 8 Microphone connector - Turns on your computer to a network or broadband device. 6 Security cable slot - Connects video devices such as a monitor or projector. 5 Network connector and light -
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... purchase). Your optical disc drive may support multiple disc media formats including CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs (if the option is selected at support.dell.com/manuals. Using Your Inspiron Desktop Software Features NOTE: For more information about the features described in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide available on your hard drive or on your computer. You can download or copy pictures and video files from portable devices, such as...
... purchase). Your optical disc drive may support multiple disc media formats including CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs (if the option is selected at support.dell.com/manuals. Using Your Inspiron Desktop Software Features NOTE: For more information about the features described in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide available on your hard drive or on your computer. You can download or copy pictures and video files from portable devices, such as...
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... input signal source has not been selected. If the power light is creating interference by interrupting or blocking other signals. Some possible causes of interference are: • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables. • Too many devices connected to a power strip. • Multiple power strips connected to resume normal operation. • There may be a problem with either the system board or the power supply. Press a key on .
... input signal source has not been selected. If the power light is creating interference by interrupting or blocking other signals. Some possible causes of interference are: • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables. • Too many devices connected to a power strip. • Multiple power strips connected to resume normal operation. • There may be a problem with either the system board or the power supply. Press a key on .
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... about the type of memory supported by your computer, see "Basic Specifications" on page 62. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 41). • Reseat the memory modules (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals) to ensure that your computer is successfully communicating with the memory. Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message - • Save and close any open files...
... about the type of memory supported by your computer, see "Basic Specifications" on page 62. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 41). • Reseat the memory modules (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals) to ensure that your computer is successfully communicating with the memory. Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message - • Save and close any open files...
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... version of Windows. 2. Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Use an older program with the operating system installed on the screen. See the software documentation for troubleshooting information: --Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. --Verify that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to check the hard drive or CDs. Windows Vista® 1. Follow the instructions on your computer. --Ensure that the device drivers do...
... version of Windows. 2. Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Use an older program with the operating system installed on the screen. See the software documentation for troubleshooting information: --Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. --Verify that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to check the hard drive or CDs. Windows Vista® 1. Follow the instructions on your computer. --Ensure that the device drivers do...
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... (System Documentation, Warranty Information, System Information, Upgrades & Accessories) For more information about Dell Support Center and available support tools, click the Services tab on support.dell.com. 38 The home page also provides links to access: Self Help (Troubleshooting, Security, System Performance, Network/Internet, Backup/ Recovery, and Windows operating system) Alerts (technical support alerts relevant to your computer's model number, service tag, express service code, and service contact information. To launch the application...
... (System Documentation, Warranty Information, System Information, Upgrades & Accessories) For more information about Dell Support Center and available support tools, click the Services tab on support.dell.com. 38 The home page also provides links to access: Self Help (Troubleshooting, Security, System Performance, Network/Internet, Backup/ Recovery, and Windows operating system) Alerts (technical support alerts relevant to your computer's model number, service tag, express service code, and service contact information. To launch the application...
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... the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals. Use an external power source to function properly. No bootable partition on the system board might be malfunctioning or motherboard failure. S.M.A.R.T error, possible hard disk drive failure. No timer tick interrupt - A parameter out of them. USB over current error - NOTICE - Dell recommends that you back up your device has two USB cables, connect both of range may or may not indicate a potential hard drive problem - No boot device available - Hard Drive SELF MONITORING...
... the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals. Use an external power source to function properly. No bootable partition on the system board might be malfunctioning or motherboard failure. S.M.A.R.T error, possible hard disk drive failure. No timer tick interrupt - A parameter out of them. USB over current error - NOTICE - Dell recommends that you back up your device has two USB cables, connect both of range may or may not indicate a potential hard drive problem - No boot device available - Hard Drive SELF MONITORING...
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... Service Manual to review your computer. Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly configured, you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to test displays in the system setup program and is active. It is optional and may not ship with your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities disc. 41 Type hardware troubleshooter in "Lockups and Software Problems" on Dell computers. Using Support Tools Dell Diagnostics If you begin. NOTE: Dell Diagnostics works...
... Service Manual to review your computer. Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly configured, you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to test displays in the system setup program and is active. It is optional and may not ship with your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities disc. 41 Type hardware troubleshooter in "Lockups and Software Problems" on Dell computers. Using Support Tools Dell Diagnostics If you begin. NOTE: Dell Diagnostics works...
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... connected to run the Dell Diagnostics from the boot menu and press . If the PSA completes successfully, you see a message stating that is invoked: a. Do you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; NOTE: If you want to an electrical outlet that no diagnostics utility partition has been found with this system so far. Turn on page 59). 1. Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics...
... connected to run the Dell Diagnostics from the boot menu and press . If the PSA completes successfully, you see a message stating that is invoked: a. Do you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; NOTE: If you want to an electrical outlet that no diagnostics utility partition has been found with this system so far. Turn on page 59). 1. Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics...
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... An Option window. 7. Shut down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; then, shut down your hard drive and to go to the Choose An Option window. 4. Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc 1. When the tests are experiencing memory issues, press otherwise press . Press any key to go to the Choose An Option window. If you want to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition...
... An Option window. 7. Shut down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; then, shut down your hard drive and to go to the Choose An Option window. 4. Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc 1. When the tests are experiencing memory issues, press otherwise press . Press any key to go to the Choose An Option window. If you want to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition...
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.... 7. Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc. 44 If multiple versions are complete, close the test screen to return to the devices specified in the system setup program. 3. Type 1 to start -up, the computer boots according to the Choose An Option window. 10. If a problem is located at the top of the problem. The Service Tag helps you identify your computer is encountered during a test, a message appears with an error code...
.... 7. Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc. 44 If multiple versions are complete, close the test screen to return to the devices specified in the system setup program. 3. Type 1 to start -up, the computer boots according to the Choose An Option window. 10. If a problem is located at the top of the problem. The Service Tag helps you identify your computer is encountered during a test, a message appears with an error code...
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... Boot Options Window. Performing Dell Factory Image Restore 1. When the Dell logo appears, press several times to the operating state it was in certain countries or on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; If possible, back up the data before using this option. Turn on . This option restores your operating system problem. Restoring Your Operating System Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data before using Factory Image Restore...
... Boot Options Window. Performing Dell Factory Image Restore 1. When the Dell logo appears, press several times to the operating state it was in certain countries or on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; If possible, back up the data before using this option. Turn on . This option restores your operating system problem. Restoring Your Operating System Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data before using Factory Image Restore...
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... the instructions on the region from CD-ROM. Insert the Operating System disc. 3. On the next start-up, the computer boots according to complete. NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for one time only. Press any key to load any open files and exit any required drivers. After you reinstall the operating system, you requested the disc, the Dell Drivers and Utilities disc and Operating System disc...
... the instructions on the region from CD-ROM. Insert the Operating System disc. 3. On the next start-up, the computer boots according to complete. NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for one time only. Press any key to load any open files and exit any required drivers. After you reinstall the operating system, you requested the disc, the Dell Drivers and Utilities disc and Operating System disc...
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INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system find your system model number run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall desktop system software, or update drivers for your computer, and readme files learn more about your operating system, maintaining peripherals, RAID, Internet, Bluetooth®, networking, and e-mail upgrade your computer with new or additional memory, or a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part 60 See...
INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system find your system model number run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall desktop system software, or update drivers for your computer, and readme files learn more about your operating system, maintaining peripherals, RAID, Internet, Bluetooth®, networking, and e-mail upgrade your computer with new or additional memory, or a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part 60 See...
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NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. 62 For more detailed specifications, see the Comprehensive Specifications on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals. INSPIRON Basic Specifications This section provides information that you may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start → Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer.
NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. 62 For more detailed specifications, see the Comprehensive Specifications on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals. INSPIRON Basic Specifications This section provides information that you may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start → Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer.
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Index drivers and downloads 61 DVDs, playing and creating 25 E eject button 19 email addresses for technical support 54 energy conserving 27 Express Service Code 52 F front-side connectors 5, 18 FTP login, anonymous 54 H hard drive type 65 hard drive activity light 23 74 hardware problems diagnosing 41 Hardware Troubleshooter 41 I Internet connection 14 ISP Internet Service Provider 14 M memory problems solving 35 N network connection fixing 32 network connector location 23
Index drivers and downloads 61 DVDs, playing and creating 25 E eject button 19 email addresses for technical support 54 energy conserving 27 Express Service Code 52 F front-side connectors 5, 18 FTP login, anonymous 54 H hard drive type 65 hard drive activity light 23 74 hardware problems diagnosing 41 Hardware Troubleshooter 41 I Internet connection 14 ISP Internet Service Provider 14 M memory problems solving 35 N network connection fixing 32 network connector location 23