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... Connection 23 Setting Up a Printer 24 Printer Cable 24 Connecting a USB Printer 24 Power Protection Devices 25 Surge Protectors 25 Line Conditioners 26 Uninterruptible Power Supplies 26 3 Using a Battery Battery Performance 27 Checking the Battery Charge 28 Microsoft Windows Power Meter 28 Low-Battery Warning 28 Charging the Battery 28 Removing a Battery 29...
... Connection 23 Setting Up a Printer 24 Printer Cable 24 Connecting a USB Printer 24 Power Protection Devices 25 Surge Protectors 25 Line Conditioners 26 Uninterruptible Power Supplies 26 3 Using a Battery Battery Performance 27 Checking the Battery Charge 28 Microsoft Windows Power Meter 28 Low-Battery Warning 28 Charging the Battery 28 Removing a Battery 29...
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...33 S-Video Connection 33 Composite Video Connection 34 Enabling the Display Settings for a TV 36 5 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Dell™ AccessDirect™ Buttons 37 Button Functions 37 Reprogramming the Buttons 37 Numeric Keypad 38 Key Combinations 38 System Functions 38 Display Functions ...38 Power Management 39 Speaker Functions 39 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions 39 Touch Pad 40 Customizing the Touch Pad 40 6...
...33 S-Video Connection 33 Composite Video Connection 34 Enabling the Display Settings for a TV 36 5 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Dell™ AccessDirect™ Buttons 37 Button Functions 37 Reprogramming the Buttons 37 Numeric Keypad 38 Key Combinations 38 System Functions 38 Display Functions ...38 Power Management 39 Speaker Functions 39 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions 39 Touch Pad 40 Customizing the Touch Pad 40 6...
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... . 64 A solid blue screen appears 64 Other software problems 65 Memory Problems 66 Network Problems 66 PC Card Problems 67 Power Problems 67 Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer 68 Printer Problems 68 Scanner Problems 69 Sound and Speaker Problems 70 No sound from integrated speakers 70 No...and Utilities 74 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 75 Restoring Your Operating System 75 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 76 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 77 9 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Begin 79 Recommended Tools 79 Turning Off Your Computer ...
... . 64 A solid blue screen appears 64 Other software problems 65 Memory Problems 66 Network Problems 66 PC Card Problems 67 Power Problems 67 Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer 68 Printer Problems 68 Scanner Problems 69 Sound and Speaker Problems 70 No sound from integrated speakers 70 No...and Utilities 74 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 75 Restoring Your Operating System 75 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 76 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 77 9 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Begin 79 Recommended Tools 79 Turning Off Your Computer ...
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D I S P L A Y L A T C H - For more information about your display, see page 10. To access the help file, see "Using the Display" in the Dell Inspiron Help file. A Tour of Your Computer Front View Dell™ AccessDirect™ button display latch power button touch pad touch pad buttons display keyboard status lights keyboard speaker speaker device status lights D I S P L A Y - Keeps the display closed. A Tour of Your Computer 13
D I S P L A Y L A T C H - For more information about your display, see page 10. To access the help file, see "Using the Display" in the Dell Inspiron Help file. A Tour of Your Computer Front View Dell™ AccessDirect™ button display latch power button touch pad touch pad buttons display keyboard status lights keyboard speaker speaker device status lights D I S P L A Y - Keeps the display closed. A Tour of Your Computer 13
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... provide the functionality of Your Computer 15 Press the power button to turn off your computer by performing a Windows shutdown rather than by pressing the power button (see page 10. Solid green: The battery is turned off in the Dell Inspiron Help file. See page 40 for more information. ...A Tour of a mouse. Blinks to enter or exit a power management mode. Flashing orange: The battery charge ...
... provide the functionality of Your Computer 15 Press the power button to turn off your computer by performing a Windows shutdown rather than by pressing the power button (see page 10. Solid green: The battery is turned off in the Dell Inspiron Help file. See page 40 for more information. ...A Tour of a mouse. Blinks to enter or exit a power management mode. Flashing orange: The battery charge ...
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... DVD/RW+R drive, or DVD/CD-RW combo drive. 16 A Tour of your choice. For more information, see "Using PC Cards" in the Dell Inspiron Help file. Left Side View PC Card slot audio connectors (2) optical drive P C C A R D S L O T - AUDIO CONNECTORS Attach ... I V E - You can reprogram the button to the connector. Attach a microphone to launch a program of Your Computer www.dell.com | support.dell.com If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off completely (which may take several seconds). For more information, see page 10.
... DVD/RW+R drive, or DVD/CD-RW combo drive. 16 A Tour of your choice. For more information, see "Using PC Cards" in the Dell Inspiron Help file. Left Side View PC Card slot audio connectors (2) optical drive P C C A R D S L O T - AUDIO CONNECTORS Attach ... I V E - You can reprogram the button to the connector. Attach a microphone to launch a program of Your Computer www.dell.com | support.dell.com If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off completely (which may take several seconds). For more information, see page 10.
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... that came with papers or other items that shipped with your computer to charge the battery. The AC adapter converts AC power to the computer. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Do not cover the AC adapter with your computer. NOTICE: When you use the AC adapter ...or to a TV. You can connect the AC adapter with your computer. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to the power strip or electrical outlet may not look exactly like the AC adapter that will reduce cooling; NOTE: The fan runs constantly, and fan speed...
... that came with papers or other items that shipped with your computer to charge the battery. The AC adapter converts AC power to the computer. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Do not cover the AC adapter with your computer. NOTICE: When you use the AC adapter ...or to a TV. You can connect the AC adapter with your computer. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to the power strip or electrical outlet may not look exactly like the AC adapter that will reduce cooling; NOTE: The fan runs constantly, and fan speed...
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3 Attach the USB printer cable to the USB connectors on printer Power Protection Devices Several devices are available to protect against power fluctuations or power interruptions caused by nearby lightning strikes. USB connector on computer USB printer cable USB ... surge protector. NOTICE: Most surge protectors do not protect against power fluctuations and failures: • Surge protectors • Line conditioners • Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) Surge Protectors Surge protectors and power strips equipped with surge protection help to prevent damage to determine the...
3 Attach the USB printer cable to the USB connectors on printer Power Protection Devices Several devices are available to protect against power fluctuations or power interruptions caused by nearby lightning strikes. USB connector on computer USB printer cable USB ... surge protector. NOTICE: Most surge protectors do not protect against power fluctuations and failures: • Surge protectors • Line conditioners • Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) Surge Protectors Surge protectors and power strips equipped with surge protection help to prevent damage to determine the...
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... at a fairly constant level. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Many surge protectors have a telephone jack for modem connection instructions. NOTE: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to the hard drive may result in data loss or file damage. Uninterruptible Power Supplies NOTICE: Loss of power while data is interrupted.
... at a fairly constant level. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Many surge protectors have a telephone jack for modem connection instructions. NOTE: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to the hard drive may result in data loss or file damage. Uninterruptible Power Supplies NOTICE: Loss of power while data is interrupted.
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...computers are covered only during the life of fire or explosion. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can also set power management options to alert you connect your computer to an electrical outlet when writing to a CD or DVD. Depending on operating ...new battery during the initial 1-year period of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Dell Inspiron Help file for more information about the Dell warranty for your computer. Using a Battery Battery Performance CAUTION: Before you perform operations including, but not limited to,...
...computers are covered only during the life of fire or explosion. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can also set power management options to alert you connect your computer to an electrical outlet when writing to a CD or DVD. Depending on operating ...new battery during the initial 1-year period of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Dell Inspiron Help file for more information about the Dell warranty for your computer. Using a Battery Battery Performance CAUTION: Before you perform operations including, but not limited to,...
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...expose the battery to an electrical outlet. Microsoft Windows Power Meter The Windows Power Meter indicates the remaining battery charge. If the computer is approximately 90 percent depleted. To access the help , see "Power Management" in the Dell Inspiron Help file. CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may .... If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. To access help file, see "Power Management" in the Dell Inspiron Help file. For more information about low-battery alarms, see page 10. When you connect the computer to an electrical...
...expose the battery to an electrical outlet. Microsoft Windows Power Meter The Windows Power Meter indicates the remaining battery charge. If the computer is approximately 90 percent depleted. To access the help , see "Power Management" in the Dell Inspiron Help file. CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may .... If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. To access help file, see "Power Management" in the Dell Inspiron Help file. For more information about low-battery alarms, see page 10. When you connect the computer to an electrical...
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For more information about resolving problems with a battery, see "Power Problems" on page 67. battery battery latch 3 Remove the battery. A battery discharges during prolonged storage. Installing a Battery Slide the battery into the bay until the ...
For more information about resolving problems with a battery, see "Power Problems" on page 67. battery battery latch 3 Remove the battery. A battery discharges during prolonged storage. Installing a Battery Slide the battery into the bay until the ...
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... Windows logo key and Opens the Search Results-Computer dialog box (if the computer is connected to activate a different power management mode using the Advanced tab in the Power Options Properties window in the Dell Inspiron Help file for more information. To access the help file, see page 10. and down-arrow Decreases brightness... dialog box To adjust keyboard operation, such as the character repeat rate, open the Control Panel, click Printers and Other Hardware, and then click Keyboard. Power Management Activates a power management mode. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 39
... Windows logo key and Opens the Search Results-Computer dialog box (if the computer is connected to activate a different power management mode using the Advanced tab in the Power Options Properties window in the Dell Inspiron Help file for more information. To access the help file, see page 10. and down-arrow Decreases brightness... dialog box To adjust keyboard operation, such as the character repeat rate, open the Control Panel, click Printers and Other Hardware, and then click Keyboard. Power Management Activates a power management mode. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 39
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...problem with your hard drive. Solving Problems 55 NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see page 101). 1 Shut down the mute button and press the computer's power button to begin any of your system board, keyboard, hard drive, and display. • During the... partition on your display, hold down the computer (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on the computer. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to ...
...problem with your hard drive. Solving Problems 55 NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see page 101). 1 Shut down the mute button and press the computer's power button to begin any of your system board, keyboard, hard drive, and display. • During the... partition on your display, hold down the computer (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on the computer. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to ...
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... W S B E F O R E W R I T I T E S P E E D T O A S L O W E R R A T E - See the Dell Inspiron Help file (see page 11). C H A N G E T H E W R I N G T O A C D / D V D - Try closing all DVD drives. See the help files for information on power management modes (see page 10) or search for the keyword standby in the Windows Help and Support Center for your CD or... O G R A M S - NOTE: Because of data when writing. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CHECK FOR HARDWARE INCOMPATIBILITIES RUN THE DELL DIAGNOSTICS (SEE PAGE 55) Optical drive problems NOTE: High-speed optical drive vibration is...
... W S B E F O R E W R I T I T E S P E E D T O A S L O W E R R A T E - See the Dell Inspiron Help file (see page 11). C H A N G E T H E W R I N G T O A C D / D V D - Try closing all DVD drives. See the help files for information on power management modes (see page 10) or search for the keyword standby in the Windows Help and Support Center for your CD or... O G R A M S - NOTE: Because of data when writing. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CHECK FOR HARDWARE INCOMPATIBILITIES RUN THE DELL DIAGNOSTICS (SEE PAGE 55) Optical drive problems NOTE: High-speed optical drive vibration is...
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...: You might lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown. Verify that they appear on the display. Solving Problems 63 Contact Dell (see page 101). Unexpected Characters D I S A B L E T H E N U M E R I C K E Y P A D - If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your...computer. Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: Before you may have a defective external keyboard. Then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. TO VERIFY THAT THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE EXTERNAL KEYBOARD...
...: You might lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown. Verify that they appear on the display. Solving Problems 63 Contact Dell (see page 101). Unexpected Characters D I S A B L E T H E N U M E R I C K E Y P A D - If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your...computer. Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: Before you may have a defective external keyboard. Then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. TO VERIFY THAT THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE EXTERNAL KEYBOARD...
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Then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier Windows operating system RUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD - C H E C K T H E S O F T W A R E D O C U M E N T A T I O N - A program crashes repeatedly NOTE: Software usually includes ... Accessories, and then click Program Compatibility Wizard. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on a floppy disk or CD. www.dell.com | support.dell.com A program stops responding END THE PROGRAM - 1 Press simultaneously. 2 Click Applications. 3 Click the program that is designed for at least 8 to...
Then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier Windows operating system RUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD - C H E C K T H E S O F T W A R E D O C U M E N T A T I O N - A program crashes repeatedly NOTE: Software usually includes ... Accessories, and then click Program Compatibility Wizard. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on a floppy disk or CD. www.dell.com | support.dell.com A program stops responding END THE PROGRAM - 1 Press simultaneously. 2 Click Applications. 3 Click the program that is designed for at least 8 to...
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... N O T P R O V I G H T - NOTE: See the Dell Inspiron Help file for information on the computer. If the battery status light flashes orange or is a steady orange the battery charge is lit or blinking, the computer has power. Solving Problems 67 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the Product Information Guide...E P C C A R D - Contact the PC Card manufacturer. When the power light is low or depleted. C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y S T A T U S L I D E D P C C A R D - Contact Dell (see page 101). PC Card Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures...
... N O T P R O V I G H T - NOTE: See the Dell Inspiron Help file for information on the computer. If the battery status light flashes orange or is a steady orange the battery charge is lit or blinking, the computer has power. Solving Problems 67 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the Product Information Guide...E P C C A R D - Contact the PC Card manufacturer. When the power light is low or depleted. C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y S T A T U S L I D E D P C C A R D - Contact Dell (see page 101). PC Card Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures...
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... page 83). R E S E A T T H E M E M O R Y M O D U L E S - Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the computer power light turns on but they will not start up. C H E C K T H E P R I N T E R D O C U M E N T A T I N T E R F E R E N C E - If the battery temperature is designed to receive a WARNING message. Ensure that the computer turns on . A D J U S T T H E P O W E R P R O P E R T I E S - See the Dell Inspiron Help file or search for your computer, but the display remains blank...
... page 83). R E S E A T T H E M E M O R Y M O D U L E S - Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the computer power light turns on but they will not start up. C H E C K T H E P R I N T E R D O C U M E N T A T I N T E R F E R E N C E - If the battery temperature is designed to receive a WARNING message. Ensure that the computer turns on . A D J U S T T H E P O W E R P R O P E R T I E S - See the Dell Inspiron Help file or search for your computer, but the display remains blank...
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... C O M P U T E R D I R E C T L Y T O A N E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T - To access help, see "Windows Help and Support Center" on . If your computer supports, it with another device, such as a lamp. C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y - Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to an electrical outlet using a program that the computer turns on page 11. Connect the computer to verify that... E R T I E S - Check the AC adapter cable connections. www.dell.com | support.dell.com TO VERIFY THAT THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE MOUSE, CHECK THE TOUCH PAD...
... C O M P U T E R D I R E C T L Y T O A N E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T - To access help, see "Windows Help and Support Center" on . If your computer supports, it with another device, such as a lamp. C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y - Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to an electrical outlet using a program that the computer turns on page 11. Connect the computer to verify that... E R T I E S - Check the AC adapter cable connections. www.dell.com | support.dell.com TO VERIFY THAT THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE MOUSE, CHECK THE TOUCH PAD...