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Only 110 NOM Information (Mexico Only 112 Contacting Dell 112 Index 131 Contents 7 Dell Diagnostics 84 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 84 9 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Begin 87 Recommended Tools 87 Shutting Down Your Computer 87 Adding Memory 89 Adding a Mini PCI Card 91 Replacing... the Hard Drive 94 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 95 Keyboard 96 Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 98 10 Appendix Specifications...
Only 110 NOM Information (Mexico Only 112 Contacting Dell 112 Index 131 Contents 7 Dell Diagnostics 84 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 84 9 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Begin 87 Recommended Tools 87 Shutting Down Your Computer 87 Adding Memory 89 Adding a Mini PCI Card 91 Replacing... the Hard Drive 94 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 95 Keyboard 96 Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 98 10 Appendix Specifications...
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...should also reinstall the NSS utility. support.dell.com NOTE: Select your Dell computer. Service call and order status, warranty, and repair information • Service and support - What Are You Looking For? The website may not be as memory, the hard drive, and the operating ...system available in all regions. • Customer Care - Contact information, service call status and support history, service contract, online discussions with other Dell customers NOTE: Corporate, government, and education ...
...should also reinstall the NSS utility. support.dell.com NOTE: Select your Dell computer. Service call and order status, warranty, and repair information • Service and support - What Are You Looking For? The website may not be as memory, the hard drive, and the operating ...system available in all regions. • Customer Care - Contact information, service call status and support history, service contract, online discussions with other Dell customers NOTE: Corporate, government, and education ...
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... docking device. B A T T E R Y - Lets you can damage the computer or cause a fire. NOTE: The computer turns on the battery charge. See page 91. Bottom View memory module cover hard drive Mini PCI card cover battery-bay latch release battery charge gauge battery fan docking device slot M E M O R Y M O D U L E C O V E...D E V I C A R D C O V E R - F A N - The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from overheating. Covers the compartment that contains the memory module(s). H A R D D R I V E - Stores software and data.
... docking device. B A T T E R Y - Lets you can damage the computer or cause a fire. NOTE: The computer turns on the battery charge. See page 91. Bottom View memory module cover hard drive Mini PCI card cover battery-bay latch release battery charge gauge battery fan docking device slot M E M O R Y M O D U L E C O V E...D E V I C A R D C O V E R - F A N - The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from overheating. Covers the compartment that contains the memory module(s). H A R D D R I V E - Stores software and data.
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...the battery is on the computer. If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the light is too hot to charge. See the Dell Inspiron Help file or search for the keyword standby in the Help and Support Center. C H E C K T H E B A ... access the help file, see page 112). R E S E A T T H E M E M O R Y M O D U L E S - Ensure that the computer turns on but the display remains blank, reseat the memory modules. C H A R G E T H E B A T T E R Y - The battery charge may be depleted. 1 Reinstall the battery. 2 Use the AC adapter to connect the computer to room temperature. If the battery...
...the battery is on the computer. If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the light is too hot to charge. See the Dell Inspiron Help file or search for the keyword standby in the Help and Support Center. C H E C K T H E B A ... access the help file, see page 112). R E S E A T T H E M E M O R Y M O D U L E S - Ensure that the computer turns on but the display remains blank, reseat the memory modules. C H A R G E T H E B A T T E R Y - The battery charge may be depleted. 1 Reinstall the battery. 2 Use the AC adapter to connect the computer to room temperature. If the battery...
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... CD. N O N - Solving Problems Error Messages If the message is not listed, see the documentation for installation instructions. Insert a bootable floppy disk or CD. NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. Remove and then reinstall the program. 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Add or Remove Programs. 3 Select the program you... file. You have too many programs open is in filenames. Solving Problems 69 The file that was running at the time the message appeared. Contact Dell.
... CD. N O N - Solving Problems Error Messages If the message is not listed, see the documentation for installation instructions. Insert a bootable floppy disk or CD. NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. Remove and then reinstall the program. 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Add or Remove Programs. 3 Select the program you... file. You have too many programs open is in filenames. Solving Problems 69 The file that was running at the time the message appeared. Contact Dell.
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...then from the computer. 3 Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of the computer. 11 Replace the memory module(s), the memory module cover, and the screw(s). 12 Replace the hard drive. 13 Replace the module bay device and any PC Cards you cannot ... your problem using the Dell Support website (support.dell.com) or e-mail service, call Dell for at the circuit breaker before attempting to dry. 7 Remove the hard drive (see page 94). 8 Remove the memory module(s) (see page 112). If you removed. Use the utmost caution when removing wet cables from a live power...
...then from the computer. 3 Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of the computer. 11 Replace the memory module(s), the memory module cover, and the screw(s). 12 Replace the hard drive. 13 Replace the module bay device and any PC Cards you cannot ... your problem using the Dell Support website (support.dell.com) or e-mail service, call Dell for at the circuit breaker before attempting to dry. 7 Remove the hard drive (see page 94). 8 Remove the memory module(s) (see page 112). If you removed. Use the utmost caution when removing wet cables from a live power...
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...cannot resolve the error condition, contact Dell. Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the problem description. The device list may indicate requirements for running the test. NOTE: The Service Tag for your Service Tag. 3 If you run a test from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and... selected device. Describes the test and may not display the names of all devices attached to the Main Menu screen. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Option Symptom Tree Function Lists the most common symptoms encountered and allows you to select a test based on the screen....
...cannot resolve the error condition, contact Dell. Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the problem description. The device list may indicate requirements for running the test. NOTE: The Service Tag for your Service Tag. 3 If you run a test from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and... selected device. Describes the test and may not display the names of all devices attached to the Main Menu screen. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Option Symptom Tree Function Lists the most common symptoms encountered and allows you to select a test based on the screen....
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... 89 10 Remove any installed modules, including a second battery, if installed. 11 Remove the hard drive. Adding Memory You can increase your computer warranty. NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are intended for information on the memory supported by installing memory modules on page 87. 2 Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screw from the...
... 89 10 Remove any installed modules, including a second battery, if installed. 11 Remove the hard drive. Adding Memory You can increase your computer warranty. NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are intended for information on the memory supported by installing memory modules on page 87. 2 Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screw from the...
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... at a 45-degree angle, and rotate the module down until the module pops up. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the memorymodule securing clips. 3 If you do not feel the click, remove the module and reinstall ...it clicks into the slot at a 45-degree angle to avoid damaging the connector. 4 Ground yourself and install the new memory module: NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot properly. a Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in...
... at a 45-degree angle, and rotate the module down until the module pops up. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the memorymodule securing clips. 3 If you do not feel the click, remove the module and reinstall ...it clicks into the slot at a 45-degree angle to avoid damaging the connector. 4 Ground yourself and install the new memory module: NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot properly. a Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in...
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... Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to close , remove the module and reinstall it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information. Under no circumstances should the user install such a device. Forcing the cover to your computer, ... may be removed and installed by the user. NOTICE: If the cover is already installed. As the computer boots, it . Only trained Dell service personnel are removing and/or installing a 2.4-GHz (802.11b, 802.11b/g) Mini PCI card, follow the instructions noted below. Adding ...
... Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to close , remove the module and reinstall it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information. Under no circumstances should the user install such a device. Forcing the cover to your computer, ... may be removed and installed by the user. NOTICE: If the cover is already installed. As the computer boots, it . Only trained Dell service personnel are removing and/or installing a 2.4-GHz (802.11b, 802.11b/g) Mini PCI card, follow the instructions noted below. Adding ...
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com Memory Minimum speed requirement Memory module connector Memory module capacities Memory type Standard memory Maximum memory Ports and Connectors Serial Parallel Video Audio USB Infrared sensor S-video TV-out Mini PCI Modem Network adapter IEEE 1394 Communications Modem: Type Controller Interface ...
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Memory Minimum speed requirement Memory module connector Memory module capacities Memory type Standard memory Maximum memory Ports and Connectors Serial Parallel Video Audio USB Infrared sensor S-video TV-out Mini PCI Modem Network adapter IEEE 1394 Communications Modem: Type Controller Interface ...
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Communications (continued) Network adapter Wireless Video Video type Video controller Video memory LCD interface Audio Audio type Audio controller Stereo conversion Interfaces: Internal External Speaker Internal speaker amplifier Volume controls Display Type (active-matrix TFT) Dimensions: Height ... Intel 855GME Integrated chip set 8 MB or 1 MB with Intel DVMT up to 32-MB (with 128 MB of system memory) or 64-MB (with 256 MB or more of system memory) LVDS compatible with Soundblaster and Microsoft® Windows® Sound System Intel AC'97 20-bit (stereo digital-to-analog...
Communications (continued) Network adapter Wireless Video Video type Video controller Video memory LCD interface Audio Audio type Audio controller Stereo conversion Interfaces: Internal External Speaker Internal speaker amplifier Volume controls Display Type (active-matrix TFT) Dimensions: Height ... Intel 855GME Integrated chip set 8 MB or 1 MB with Intel DVMT up to 32-MB (with 128 MB of system memory) or 64-MB (with 256 MB or more of system memory) LVDS compatible with Soundblaster and Microsoft® Windows® Sound System Intel AC'97 20-bit (stereo digital-to-analog...
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... drive connecting to the parallel port, 20 fixing problems, 49, 74 H hard drive description, 23 replacing, 94 returning to Dell, 95 system view, 23 hardware conflicts, 80 Dell Diagnostics, 84 Hardware Troubleshooter, 80 Help and Support Center, 10 help file, 9 I Infrared Sensor enabling, 109 infrared sensor ...view, 15 keypad numeric, 43 L labels Microsoft Windows, 10 Service Tag, 10 M memory adding, 89 removing, 90 Microsoft Windows label, 10 Mini PCI card installing, 91 Mini PCI card, modem, and memory module cover description, 23 system view, 23 modem connector description, 20 system view, 20...
... drive connecting to the parallel port, 20 fixing problems, 49, 74 H hard drive description, 23 replacing, 94 returning to Dell, 95 system view, 23 hardware conflicts, 80 Dell Diagnostics, 84 Hardware Troubleshooter, 80 Help and Support Center, 10 help file, 9 I Infrared Sensor enabling, 109 infrared sensor ...view, 15 keypad numeric, 43 L labels Microsoft Windows, 10 Service Tag, 10 M memory adding, 89 removing, 90 Microsoft Windows label, 10 Mini PCI card installing, 91 Mini PCI card, modem, and memory module cover description, 23 system view, 23 modem connector description, 20 system view, 20...
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..., 74 CD-RW drive stops writing, 52 conflicts, 80 Dell Diagnostics, 84 dropped or damaged computer, 78 external keyboard problems, 48 Hardware Troubleshooter, 80 Help and Support Center, 10 network problems, 64 PC Card problems, 75 power problems, 38 Index 133 See memory S safety instructions, 9 security cable slot description, 17-18 system...
..., 74 CD-RW drive stops writing, 52 conflicts, 80 Dell Diagnostics, 84 dropped or damaged computer, 78 external keyboard problems, 48 Hardware Troubleshooter, 80 Help and Support Center, 10 network problems, 64 PC Card problems, 75 power problems, 38 Index 133 See memory S safety instructions, 9 security cable slot description, 17-18 system...