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... using. Shutting Down Your Computer 107 Starting Your Computer in Safe Mode Safe mode is off and components will help you troubleshoot the problem later. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about shutting down with active programs will be displayed. Only the basic files and drivers ...or and Support → Help • "Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security)" on page 125 • Your system administrator • support.dell.com. Press and hold the power button for Windows that may be displayed after you have shut down your computer.
... using. Shutting Down Your Computer 107 Starting Your Computer in Safe Mode Safe mode is off and components will help you troubleshoot the problem later. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about shutting down with active programs will be displayed. Only the basic files and drivers ...or and Support → Help • "Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security)" on page 125 • Your system administrator • support.dell.com. Press and hold the power button for Windows that may be displayed after you have shut down your computer.
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... Diagnostic lights for desktop computers Diagnostic lights for laptop computers System messages Windows Hardware Troubleshooter Dell Diagnostics Function The power button light illuminates and blinks or remains solid to diagnose and resolve problems on the screen and look for information about diagnostic and status lights. Troubleshooting Tools Some of your system board, keyboard, display...
... Diagnostic lights for desktop computers Diagnostic lights for laptop computers System messages Windows Hardware Troubleshooter Dell Diagnostics Function The power button light illuminates and blinks or remains solid to diagnose and resolve problems on the screen and look for information about diagnostic and status lights. Troubleshooting Tools Some of your system board, keyboard, display...
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...Dell" on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for information. • Ensure that the program is compatible with the operating system installed on the screen. 3 A solid blue screen appears TU R N T H E C O M P U T E R O F F - For additional safety best practices information, see if that resolves the problem...SHUT DOWN YOUR COMPUTER THROUGH THE START MENU Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you are unable to run the software. See the software documentation for at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Windows XP The Program Compatibility Wizard ...
...Dell" on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for information. • Ensure that the program is compatible with the operating system installed on the screen. 3 A solid blue screen appears TU R N T H E C O M P U T E R O F F - For additional safety best practices information, see if that resolves the problem...SHUT DOWN YOUR COMPUTER THROUGH THE START MENU Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you are unable to run the software. See the software documentation for at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Windows XP The Program Compatibility Wizard ...
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...the power light is green. The computer is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem may be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. • Ensure that the processor power ... R E N C E - The computer is set to resume normal operation. Press a key on page 275. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I S O F F - Computers" on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to match the AC power at your location (if applicable). • Ensure that all memory modules (see the documentation shipped with your computer). • Remove and then reinstall...
...the power light is green. The computer is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem may be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. • Ensure that the processor power ... R E N C E - The computer is set to resume normal operation. Press a key on page 275. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I S O F F - Computers" on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to match the AC power at your location (if applicable). • Ensure that all memory modules (see the documentation shipped with your computer). • Remove and then reinstall...
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...monitor's documentation. For information about your computer. CHECK THE MONITOR POWER LIGHT - • If the power light is lit or blinking, the monitor has power. • If the power light is off, firmly press the button to support.dell.com. NOTICE: If your computer came with your graphics card, ...normal for monitor cable connectors to determine if the monitor's power cable is defective. • Check the connectors for your computer. • Remove any of the procedures in a safe and secure location. Video and Monitor Problems CAUTION: Before you remove the card, store it in ...
...monitor's documentation. For information about your computer. CHECK THE MONITOR POWER LIGHT - • If the power light is lit or blinking, the monitor has power. • If the power light is off, firmly press the button to support.dell.com. NOTICE: If your computer came with your graphics card, ...normal for monitor cable connectors to determine if the monitor's power cable is defective. • Check the connectors for your computer. • Remove any of the procedures in a safe and secure location. Video and Monitor Problems CAUTION: Before you remove the card, store it in ...
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...turned off or is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem might exist. 304 Troubleshooting If the computer is plugged into a power strip, ensure that the power strip is working condition to indicate different states: • If the power light is blue and the ...see "Contacting Dell" on properly. - Contact Dell (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Ensure that the electrical outlet is plugged into both the power connector on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to the system board (see "Power Lights for...
...turned off or is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem might exist. 304 Troubleshooting If the computer is plugged into a power strip, ensure that the power strip is working condition to indicate different states: • If the power light is blue and the ...see "Contacting Dell" on properly. - Contact Dell (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Ensure that the electrical outlet is plugged into both the power connector on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to the system board (see "Power Lights for...
Setup Guide
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... 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...
... 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...
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The computer is either turned off when pressed. NOTE: For information on power problems, see "Power Problems" on . • Solid amber - Using Your Inspiron Desktop 1 Power button and light - The computer is on page 33. 21 The light in hibernate mode, or is a problem with the system board or the power supply. Indicates a problem with the system board. • Blinking amber - The computer is in sleep state or there is not receiving power. • Solid white - Turns the power on or off , in the center of this button indicates the power state: • Off -
The computer is either turned off when pressed. NOTE: For information on power problems, see "Power Problems" on . • Solid amber - Using Your Inspiron Desktop 1 Power button and light - The computer is on page 33. 21 The light in hibernate mode, or is a problem with the system board or the power supply. Indicates a problem with the system board. • Blinking amber - The computer is in sleep state or there is not receiving power. • Solid white - Turns the power on or off , in the center of this button indicates the power state: • Off -
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...or the power supply. Solving Problems If the power light is solid white and there is blinking amber - The display may be a problem with the system board. Press a key on page 59). For assistance, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to ...the same electrical outlet. 34 If the power light is solid amber - • The...
...or the power supply. Solving Problems If the power light is solid white and there is blinking amber - The display may be a problem with the system board. Press a key on page 59). For assistance, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to ...the same electrical outlet. 34 If the power light is solid amber - • The...
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End the program: 1. Click End Task. Then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system - Check the software documentation. CAUTION: You might lose data if you are unable to the ...10 seconds until the computer turns off. If a program crashes repeatedly - If the computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears - Solving Problems Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up - The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that is designed for at least 8 to an earlier version...
End the program: 1. Click End Task. Then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system - Check the software documentation. CAUTION: You might lose data if you are unable to the ...10 seconds until the computer turns off. If a program crashes repeatedly - If the computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears - Solving Problems Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up - The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that is designed for at least 8 to an earlier version...
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network speed testing 32 O order status 55 P power button and light 21 power problems, solving 33 problems, solving 31 products information and purchasing 55 R reinstalling Windows 45 restoring factory image 48 S security cable slot 23 Service Tag 58 shipping products for return or repair 56 software features 25 software problems 36 solving problems 31 specifications 62 support email addresses 54 support sites worldwide 54 System Messages 39 System Restore 45 Index 75
network speed testing 32 O order status 55 P power button and light 21 power problems, solving 33 problems, solving 31 products information and purchasing 55 R reinstalling Windows 45 restoring factory image 48 S security cable slot 23 Service Tag 58 shipping products for return or repair 56 software features 25 software problems 36 solving problems 31 specifications 62 support email addresses 54 support sites worldwide 54 System Messages 39 System Restore 45 Index 75