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... Recovery Media (Recommended 18 Connect to the Internet (Optional 19 Using Your Inspiron Desktop 22 Front View Features 22 Top View Features 24 Back View Features 26 Software Features 29 Dell Dock 30 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 31 Solving Problems 32 Beep Codes 32 Network Problems 33... Power Problems 34 Memory Problems 35 Lockups and Software Problems 36 Using Support Tools 39 Dell Support Center 39 My Dell Downloads 40 System Messages 40 ...
... Recovery Media (Recommended 18 Connect to the Internet (Optional 19 Using Your Inspiron Desktop 22 Front View Features 22 Top View Features 24 Back View Features 26 Software Features 29 Dell Dock 30 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 31 Solving Problems 32 Beep Codes 32 Network Problems 33... Power Problems 34 Memory Problems 35 Lockups and Software Problems 36 Using Support Tools 39 Dell Support Center 39 My Dell Downloads 40 System Messages 40 ...
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... connector - Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. Connect to a powered speaker or sound system, use the audio out or S/PDIF connector on memory cards. Connects to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on the back of your computer. 5 USB 2.0 connectors (2) ...computers may not fit your computer. 23 Plays or records only standard-size (12 cm) CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs. Using Your Inspiron Desktop 1 Optical drive (optional) - To insert or remove a disc, press the optical drive eject button and then pull out the optical ...
... connector - Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. Connect to a powered speaker or sound system, use the audio out or S/PDIF connector on memory cards. Connects to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on the back of your computer. 5 USB 2.0 connectors (2) ...computers may not fit your computer. 23 Plays or records only standard-size (12 cm) CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs. Using Your Inspiron Desktop 1 Optical drive (optional) - To insert or remove a disc, press the optical drive eject button and then pull out the optical ...
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... guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 39 or "Contacting Dell" on page 63). Three Possible system board failure - INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for advanced service instructions. BIOS... ROM checksum failure Two No RAM detected NOTE: If you cannot solve your computer. If you installed or replaced the memory module, ensure that the memory module is seated properly. See the Service Manual at support.dell...
... guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 39 or "Contacting Dell" on page 63). Three Possible system board failure - INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for advanced service instructions. BIOS... ROM checksum failure Two No RAM detected NOTE: If you cannot solve your computer. If you installed or replaced the memory module, ensure that the memory module is seated properly. See the Service Manual at support.dell...
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... the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals) to the same electrical outlet. For assistance, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 63). 35 There may be a problem with the memory. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your computer is successfully... is blinking amber - If necessary, install additional memory (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • Reseat the memory modules (see if that hinders reception on page 63). Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message - • Save and close any open...
... the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals) to the same electrical outlet. For assistance, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 63). 35 There may be a problem with the memory. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your computer is successfully... is blinking amber - If necessary, install additional memory (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • Reseat the memory modules (see if that hinders reception on page 63). Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message - • Save and close any open...
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... is successfully communicating with your computer, see "Specifications" on page 66. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 43). • Reseat the memory modules (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • Check if the memory module is no longer responding 4. Click Applications. 3. Click End Task. For more information about...
... is successfully communicating with your computer, see "Specifications" on page 66. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 43). • Reseat the memory modules (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • Check if the memory module is no longer responding 4. Click Applications. 3. Click End Task. For more information about...
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... drive and go to the Choose An Option window. 4. b. Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. If PSA is displayed: "No problems have been found , run the remaining memory tests? Using Support Tools NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears... diagnostics utility partition has been found with an error code and a description of the problem. The PSA starts running tests. c. If PSA is displayed: "Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. NOTE: If you are experiencing memory issues press , otherwise press .
... drive and go to the Choose An Option window. 4. b. Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. If PSA is displayed: "No problems have been found , run the remaining memory tests? Using Support Tools NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears... diagnostics utility partition has been found with an error code and a description of the problem. The PSA starts running tests. c. If PSA is displayed: "Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. NOTE: If you are experiencing memory issues press , otherwise press .
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INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system run a diagnostic program for your computer reinstall system software find more information about the Microsoft® Windows® operating system and features upgrade your computer with new or additional memory, or a new... hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part See: "System Recovery Media" on page 52 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 43 "My Dell Downloads" on page 40 support.dell.com the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In...
INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system run a diagnostic program for your computer reinstall system software find more information about the Microsoft® Windows® operating system and features upgrade your computer with new or additional memory, or a new... hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part See: "System Recovery Media" on page 52 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 43 "My Dell Downloads" on page 40 support.dell.com the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In...
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...→ Dell EDocs. Computer Model Inspiron™ 410 Computer Information Processor types AMD™ Athlon™ II Dual Core AMD Turion™ II Dual Core AMD Phenom™ II Triple Core AMD Phenom II Quad Core AMD V Series Single Core System chipset RS880M+SB820M Memory Connectors Memory type two... updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer documentation at the following location: Windows® 7: Start → All Programs→ Dell Help Documentation. non-ECC memory only 66 INSPIRON Specifications This section provides information that you may vary by region.
...→ Dell EDocs. Computer Model Inspiron™ 410 Computer Information Processor types AMD™ Athlon™ II Dual Core AMD Turion™ II Dual Core AMD Phenom™ II Triple Core AMD Phenom II Quad Core AMD V Series Single Core System chipset RS880M+SB820M Memory Connectors Memory type two... updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer documentation at the following location: Windows® 7: Start → All Programs→ Dell Help Documentation. non-ECC memory only 66 INSPIRON Specifications This section provides information that you may vary by region.
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b/g/n Network adapter 10/100/1000 Ethernet LAN on upgrading memory, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Drives Externally accessible (optional) Internally accessible one 5.25-inch bay for a 12.7 mm tray load SATA DVD+/-RW... for SATA hard drive Specifications Audio Type integrated 2.1 channel High Definition audio up to 7.1 channel digital audio from S/PDIF (optical) Communication Wireless (optional) 802.11 a/b/g/n; Memory Memory module 1 GB, 2 GB, and 4 GB capacities Configurations 1 GB, 2 GB, 3 GB, 4 GB, possible 6 GB, and 8 GB NOTE: For instructions on ...
b/g/n Network adapter 10/100/1000 Ethernet LAN on upgrading memory, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Drives Externally accessible (optional) Internally accessible one 5.25-inch bay for a 12.7 mm tray load SATA DVD+/-RW... for SATA hard drive Specifications Audio Type integrated 2.1 channel High Definition audio up to 7.1 channel digital audio from S/PDIF (optical) Communication Wireless (optional) 802.11 a/b/g/n; Memory Memory module 1 GB, 2 GB, and 4 GB capacities Configurations 1 GB, 2 GB, 3 GB, 4 GB, possible 6 GB, and 8 GB NOTE: For instructions on ...
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... PRO/Duo card External Connectors Front Panel Connectors: USB two USB 2.0 compliant connectors Audio one headphone connector 68 External Connectors Memory card one 4-in-1 card slot reader IR sensor one (optional) Back Panel Connectors: Network adapter one RJ45 connector USB two USB 2.0 compliant connectors Audio one ...
... PRO/Duo card External Connectors Front Panel Connectors: USB two USB 2.0 compliant connectors Audio one headphone connector 68 External Connectors Memory card one 4-in-1 card slot reader IR sensor one (optional) Back Panel Connectors: Network adapter one RJ45 connector USB two USB 2.0 compliant connectors Audio one ...
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Index hard drive activity light 28 hardware problems diagnosing 42 Hardware Troubleshooter 42 HDMI connector 28 I Internet connection 19 ISP Internet Service Provider 19 L Locating the Service Tag 61 M Memory Card Reader 23 memory problems solving 35 memory support 66 74 N network connection fixing 33 network connector location 27 O optical audio connector S/PDIF 27 order status 58 P power button and light 25 power problems, solving 34 problems, solving 32 processor 66 products information and purchasing 58
Index hard drive activity light 28 hardware problems diagnosing 42 Hardware Troubleshooter 42 HDMI connector 28 I Internet connection 19 ISP Internet Service Provider 19 L Locating the Service Tag 61 M Memory Card Reader 23 memory problems solving 35 memory support 66 74 N network connection fixing 33 network connector location 27 O optical audio connector S/PDIF 27 order status 58 P power button and light 25 power problems, solving 34 problems, solving 32 processor 66 products information and purchasing 58