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... the warranty period. Remove any other locations will provide, on Dell's standard price list are new or reconditioned. all parts removed from Dell; NOTE: Before you use an address in effect on the hard-disk drive(s) and any removable media, such as specifically noted); Replacement parts... to the chapter titled "Getting Help" in your system's online guide to Dell, back up the data on the date of the limited warranty term. 1-18 Dell Inspiron 5000 Port Replicator User's Guide Dell will include a prepaid shipping container with each instance of the following categories: ...
... the warranty period. Remove any other locations will provide, on Dell's standard price list are new or reconditioned. all parts removed from Dell; NOTE: Before you use an address in effect on the hard-disk drive(s) and any removable media, such as specifically noted); Replacement parts... to the chapter titled "Getting Help" in your system's online guide to Dell, back up the data on the date of the limited warranty term. 1-18 Dell Inspiron 5000 Port Replicator User's Guide Dell will include a prepaid shipping container with each instance of the following categories: ...
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..., and mice (including those sold through Dell's system integration department; If Dell repairs or replaces a product, its warranty term is required, Dell will be made freight collect. or DellWare products. During the one or more of 1-20 Dell Inspiron 5000 Port Replicator User's Guide You must...is three years beginning on an exchange basis and subject to Dell's Exchange Policy in the Dell factory; NOTE: Before you use of this limited warranty that are not installed in effect on the hard-disk drive(s) and any other locations will issue a Return Material Authorization...
..., and mice (including those sold through Dell's system integration department; If Dell repairs or replaces a product, its warranty term is required, Dell will be made freight collect. or DellWare products. During the one or more of 1-20 Dell Inspiron 5000 Port Replicator User's Guide You must...is three years beginning on an exchange basis and subject to Dell's Exchange Policy in the Dell factory; NOTE: Before you use of this limited warranty that are not installed in effect on the hard-disk drive(s) and any other locations will issue a Return Material Authorization...
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... must use an extension cable, use a three-wire cable with properly grounded plugs. • If you move your computer, battery, and hard-disk drive from environmental hazards such as baggage. puter through an X-ray security machine, but never put your computer includes an integrated or optional (PC ...When traveling, do not place the computer in a nonconducting material, such as cloth or paper. They may explode. You can put the hard-disk drive through an X-ray security machine, but never put your computer or subject it could slide around. If you are equipped with very different tem...
... must use an extension cable, use a three-wire cable with properly grounded plugs. • If you move your computer, battery, and hard-disk drive from environmental hazards such as baggage. puter through an X-ray security machine, but never put your computer includes an integrated or optional (PC ...When traveling, do not place the computer in a nonconducting material, such as cloth or paper. They may explode. You can put the hard-disk drive through an X-ray security machine, but never put your computer or subject it could slide around. If you are equipped with very different tem...
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...computer: • The Setup Guide provides instructions for setting up a Dell Inspiron computer and for using your computer's hardware. • The system ...equivalent to new in this document. For information about the Dell warranty and return policy, see Appendix E, "Limited Warranty ...or moderate injury. Warranty and Return Policy Information Dell Computer Corporation ("Dell") manufactures its hardware products from parts and components... practices. Notational Conventions The following documentation is included if Dell installed the operating sys- Other Documents You May Need In...
...computer: • The Setup Guide provides instructions for setting up a Dell Inspiron computer and for using your computer's hardware. • The system ...equivalent to new in this document. For information about the Dell warranty and return policy, see Appendix E, "Limited Warranty ...or moderate injury. Warranty and Return Policy Information Dell Computer Corporation ("Dell") manufactures its hardware products from parts and components... practices. Notational Conventions The following documentation is included if Dell installed the operating sys- Other Documents You May Need In...
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... the Media Bay 1-2 Swapping Media Bay Devices 1-2 Swapping Devices While the Computer Is Turned Off 1-2 Swapping Devices Using Softex BayManager 1-3 Installing an Internal Hard-Disk Drive 1-4 Returning a Hard-Disk Drive to Dell 1-5 Installing Memory Modules 1-6 Connecting Other External Devices 1-9 Using a Port Replicator 1-9 Troubleshooting 2-1 Checking the Basics 2-1 Check Connections 2-2 Evaluate Environmental Factors 2-2 Check the Electrical Power...
... the Media Bay 1-2 Swapping Media Bay Devices 1-2 Swapping Devices While the Computer Is Turned Off 1-2 Swapping Devices Using Softex BayManager 1-3 Installing an Internal Hard-Disk Drive 1-4 Returning a Hard-Disk Drive to Dell 1-5 Installing Memory Modules 1-6 Connecting Other External Devices 1-9 Using a Port Replicator 1-9 Troubleshooting 2-1 Checking the Basics 2-1 Check Connections 2-2 Evaluate Environmental Factors 2-2 Check the Electrical Power...
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... Is Not Responding 2-12 Resolve Audio Problems 2-13 Resolve CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Drive Problems 2-13 Resolve Diskette Drive Problems 2-13 Resolve Display Problems 2-14 Resolve External Monitor Problems 2-14 Resolve External Keyboard Problems 2-15 Resolve Hard-Disk Drive Problems 2-15 Resolve Hardware Conflicts 2-15 Resolve Infrared Port Problems 2-16 Resolve Memory Problems... Driver (Windows 98) (Optional 3-8 Install the Software DVD Decoder (Windows 98) (Optional 3-9 Configuring the Television Control Panel Setting 3-10 Setting and Changing the DVD-ROM Drive Region Code 3-10
... Is Not Responding 2-12 Resolve Audio Problems 2-13 Resolve CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Drive Problems 2-13 Resolve Diskette Drive Problems 2-13 Resolve Display Problems 2-14 Resolve External Monitor Problems 2-14 Resolve External Keyboard Problems 2-15 Resolve Hard-Disk Drive Problems 2-15 Resolve Hardware Conflicts 2-15 Resolve Infrared Port Problems 2-16 Resolve Memory Problems... Driver (Windows 98) (Optional 3-8 Install the Software DVD Decoder (Windows 98) (Optional 3-9 Configuring the Television Control Panel Setting 3-10 Setting and Changing the DVD-ROM Drive Region Code 3-10
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... 1-6. Figure D-2. Figure 1-3. Table B-1. Figure 1-5. Figure B-5. Figure 4-1. Table 4-2. Removing a Device From the Media Bay 1-3 Removing the Internal Hard-Disk Drive 1-5 Repackaging the Hard-Disk Drive 1-6 Removing the Memory Module Cover 1-7 Removing a Memory Module 1-8 Installing a Memory Module 1-8 Diagnostics Menu 2-5 Dell Diagnostics Main Screen 2-7 Diagnostics Menu 3-3 Diagnostics Checklist 4-6 Main Menu B-3 System Devices Menu B-4 Security Menu B-5 Power Menu B-6 Boot...
... 1-6. Figure D-2. Figure 1-3. Table B-1. Figure 1-5. Figure B-5. Figure 4-1. Table 4-2. Removing a Device From the Media Bay 1-3 Removing the Internal Hard-Disk Drive 1-5 Repackaging the Hard-Disk Drive 1-6 Removing the Memory Module Cover 1-7 Removing a Memory Module 1-8 Installing a Memory Module 1-8 Diagnostics Menu 2-5 Dell Diagnostics Main Screen 2-7 Diagnostics Menu 3-3 Diagnostics Checklist 4-6 Main Menu B-3 System Devices Menu B-4 Security Menu B-5 Power Menu B-6 Boot...
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... This chapter describes the installation procedures for the options and upgrades available from Dell for the media bay • External devices, such as pointing devices, printers, external monitors, external keyboards, and numeric keypads • Batteries • Replacement hard-disk drives • Port replicator with a Sony Philips Digital Interface (SPDIF) AC3 (may include an...
... This chapter describes the installation procedures for the options and upgrades available from Dell for the media bay • External devices, such as pointing devices, printers, external monitors, external keyboards, and numeric keypads • Batteries • Replacement hard-disk drives • Port replicator with a Sony Philips Digital Interface (SPDIF) AC3 (may include an...
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... hard-disk drive if you remove the drive from the computer when the drive is not in the computer, protect the drive from the computer. 3. Do not remove the hard-disk drive if the computer is blank and the power indicator light flashes, it in protective antistatic packaging. 1-4 Dell Inspiron 5000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide NOTICE: When the hard-disk drive...
... hard-disk drive if you remove the drive from the computer when the drive is not in the computer, protect the drive from the computer. 3. Do not remove the hard-disk drive if the computer is blank and the power indicator light flashes, it in protective antistatic packaging. 1-4 Dell Inspiron 5000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide NOTICE: When the hard-disk drive...
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... diagnostics, see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" in Chapter 2. 9. Removing the Internal Hard-Disk Drive 4. Slide out the hard-disk drive. 5. Slide the new drive into place. Save the original packaging to its interface connector at the back of computer screw hard-disk drive Figure 1-2. Returning a Hard-Disk Drive to Dell To return your hard-disk drive to slide the drive into place. 7. Use firm...
... diagnostics, see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" in Chapter 2. 9. Removing the Internal Hard-Disk Drive 4. Slide out the hard-disk drive. 5. Slide the new drive into place. Save the original packaging to its interface connector at the back of computer screw hard-disk drive Figure 1-2. Returning a Hard-Disk Drive to Dell To return your hard-disk drive to slide the drive into place. 7. Use firm...
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..., and lift up the memory module cover. 1-6 Dell Inspiron 5000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide NOTICE: The 192-MB memory modules are socket-specific. To install a memory module, perform the following steps: 1. Repackaging the Hard-Disk Drive Installing Memory Modules NOTE: Your computer has two memory... module sockets. Before installing a 192-MB memory module, refer to the markings on the memory module to -disk suspend) mode. All Dell memory modules (except the 192-...
..., and lift up the memory module cover. 1-6 Dell Inspiron 5000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide NOTICE: The 192-MB memory modules are socket-specific. To install a memory module, perform the following steps: 1. Repackaging the Hard-Disk Drive Installing Memory Modules NOTE: Your computer has two memory... module sockets. Before installing a 192-MB memory module, refer to the markings on the memory module to -disk suspend) mode. All Dell memory modules (except the 192-...
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...steps 1 through 12 until the memory total is not installed properly, the computer will not boot. If you add additional memory to your hard-disk drive to accommodate the new memory. The Main menu appears. Using a Port Replicator If you must delete and recreate the hibernate (save-to...that the installed memory modules operate correctly. If the memory module is correct. 12. NOTES: The memory total shown in the Dell Diagnostics to Programs-> Dell Accessories, and click System Help. To enter the system setup program, press while the computer is booting. For instructions, see the...
...steps 1 through 12 until the memory total is not installed properly, the computer will not boot. If you add additional memory to your hard-disk drive to accommodate the new memory. The Main menu appears. Using a Port Replicator If you must delete and recreate the hibernate (save-to...that the installed memory modules operate correctly. If the memory module is correct. 12. NOTES: The memory total shown in the Dell Diagnostics to Programs-> Dell Accessories, and click System Help. To enter the system setup program, press while the computer is booting. For instructions, see the...
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... undoing the change to Appendix B, "Using the System Setup Program"). support.dell.com Troubleshooting 2-1 Checking the Basics NOTE: If your computer is set to Disabled in this chapter before installing or replacing the hard-disk drive and memory modules. Refer to "Dry Out a Wet Computer" or "Test... a Dropped or Damaged Computer" found later in the Main menu of the troubleshooting procedures, ensure that you call Dell. NOTE: Before you begin any updates...
... undoing the change to Appendix B, "Using the System Setup Program"). support.dell.com Troubleshooting 2-1 Checking the Basics NOTE: If your computer is set to Disabled in this chapter before installing or replacing the hard-disk drive and memory modules. Refer to "Dry Out a Wet Computer" or "Test... a Dropped or Damaged Computer" found later in the Main menu of the troubleshooting procedures, ensure that you call Dell. NOTE: Before you begin any updates...
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...These power management modes are functioning properly: • Microprocessor • Display • Keyboard • CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive module If you know which components you need to test, select the appropriate diagnostic device group tests you want to run. Press when...® mode. For instructions, see the following boot sequence: • Floppy • Internal Hard Drive • CD ROM/DVD 2-4 Dell Inspiron 5000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide You can use the Dell Diagnostics. 1. If the battery status indicator becomes amber, connect the computer to begin diagnosing a ...
...These power management modes are functioning properly: • Microprocessor • Display • Keyboard • CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive module If you know which components you need to test, select the appropriate diagnostic device group tests you want to run. Press when...® mode. For instructions, see the following boot sequence: • Floppy • Internal Hard Drive • CD ROM/DVD 2-4 Dell Inspiron 5000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide You can use the Dell Diagnostics. 1. If the battery status indicator becomes amber, connect the computer to begin diagnosing a ...
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...Line Address Test This test checks the system DRAM to the original configuration: • Floppy • Internal Hard Drive • CD ROM/DVD See "Start the Dell Diagnostics" found earlier in this guide. Versions The Versions category lists the version numbers of each subtest. support... array. Press until the computer turns off. 5. Remove the System Software CD from the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive module. 4. Exit the Dell Diagnostics 1. Then perform the appropriate troubleshooting procedure. Test The Test category provides a thorough explanation of the test procedure of...
...Line Address Test This test checks the system DRAM to the original configuration: • Floppy • Internal Hard Drive • CD ROM/DVD See "Start the Dell Diagnostics" found earlier in this guide. Versions The Versions category lists the version numbers of each subtest. support... array. Press until the computer turns off. 5. Remove the System Software CD from the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive module. 4. Exit the Dell Diagnostics 1. Then perform the appropriate troubleshooting procedure. Test The Test category provides a thorough explanation of the test procedure of...
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...computer. Remove the memory modules. Dry Out a Wet Computer Liquids, rain, and excessive humidity can cause damage to "Installing an Internal Hard-Disk Drive" in Chapter 1. 8. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter from a live power source. 1. Turn off any open ... in Chapter 1. 9. Remove the batteries from the electrical outlet. 3. Remove the hard-disk drive. Open the display, and place the computer right-side up the drying process. 2-10 Dell Inspiron 5000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide To perform a proper restart, perform the following procedure ...
...computer. Remove the memory modules. Dry Out a Wet Computer Liquids, rain, and excessive humidity can cause damage to "Installing an Internal Hard-Disk Drive" in Chapter 1. 8. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter from a live power source. 1. Turn off any open ... in Chapter 1. 9. Remove the batteries from the electrical outlet. 3. Remove the hard-disk drive. Open the display, and place the computer right-side up the drying process. 2-10 Dell Inspiron 5000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide To perform a proper restart, perform the following procedure ...
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...twice. For instructions, refer to the computer. 17. Test a Dropped or Damaged Computer 1. Remove the media bay device. 7. Remove the hard-disk drive. Ground yourself by touching one of the unpainted metal connectors on the computer and the peripherals. 19. CAUTION: To help prevent electrical shock,... with the remainder of this procedure. 10. Save and close any open application programs, and shut down the computer. 2. support.dell.com Troubleshooting 2-11 Replace the memory module cover and screw. 13. Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the...
...twice. For instructions, refer to the computer. 17. Test a Dropped or Damaged Computer 1. Remove the media bay device. 7. Remove the hard-disk drive. Ground yourself by touching one of the unpainted metal connectors on the computer and the peripherals. 19. CAUTION: To help prevent electrical shock,... with the remainder of this procedure. 10. Save and close any open application programs, and shut down the computer. 2. support.dell.com Troubleshooting 2-11 Replace the memory module cover and screw. 13. Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the...
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... computer. Windows loads and runs after the scan completes. 2-12 Dell Inspiron 5000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide Replace the memory modules. 10. NOTE: Do not dock the computer at this chapter for instructions. Then call Dell for and repairs errors on the hard-disk drive, may run during the boot process. Recover From a Program That...
... computer. Windows loads and runs after the scan completes. 2-12 Dell Inspiron 5000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide Replace the memory modules. 10. NOTE: Do not dock the computer at this chapter for instructions. Then call Dell for and repairs errors on the hard-disk drive, may run during the boot process. Recover From a Program That...
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... (save your hard-disk drive cannot be accessed by the Windows operating system or application programs. You must delete the hibernate file before you see the Port Replicator User's Guide. 3. Press to highlight Boot. 6. The hibernate file on the computer. 4. Turn on your changes and exit the system setup program. 3-2 Dell Inspiron 5000 Reference...
... (save your hard-disk drive cannot be accessed by the Windows operating system or application programs. You must delete the hibernate file before you see the Port Replicator User's Guide. 3. Press to highlight Boot. 6. The hibernate file on the computer. 4. Turn on your changes and exit the system setup program. 3-2 Dell Inspiron 5000 Reference...
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Boot Menu support.dell.com Using the System Setup Program B-7 Boot Menu To see information about a specific item, highlight the item and refer to the Item Specific Help area on the screen. Main PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility System Devices Security Power Boot Exit Floppy Internal Hard Drive CD ROM/DVD Item Specific Help F1 Help ESC Exit ↑↓ Select Item ↔ Select Menu F5/F6 Change Values Enter Select Sub-Menu F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit Figure B-5.
Boot Menu support.dell.com Using the System Setup Program B-7 Boot Menu To see information about a specific item, highlight the item and refer to the Item Specific Help area on the screen. Main PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility System Devices Security Power Boot Exit Floppy Internal Hard Drive CD ROM/DVD Item Specific Help F1 Help ESC Exit ↑↓ Select Item ↔ Select Menu F5/F6 Change Values Enter Select Sub-Menu F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit Figure B-5.