Service Manual
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If the message appears stating that the memory is not supported on Inspiron™ 535/537. Log on to your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on your Microsoft® Windows® desktop and click Properties. 10. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover). 7. Recommended Memory Configuration While...
If the message appears stating that the memory is not supported on Inspiron™ 535/537. Log on to your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on your Microsoft® Windows® desktop and click Properties. 10. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover). 7. Recommended Memory Configuration While...
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...the Microsoft® Windows® desktop, then shut down the system setup screen information for future reference. Turn on your computer, including installed hardware, power conservation, and security features. Option Field - Help Field - Inspiron 535/537 System Info System BIOS Info Asset...press and release in even intervals until you are an expert computer user. Back to Contents Page System Setup Dell™ Inspiron™ 535/537/545/546 Service Manual Overview Entering System Setup Clearing Forgotten Passwords Clearing CMOS Settings Flashing the BIOS Overview Use ...
...the Microsoft® Windows® desktop, then shut down the system setup screen information for future reference. Turn on your computer, including installed hardware, power conservation, and security features. Option Field - Help Field - Inspiron 535/537 System Info System BIOS Info Asset...press and release in even intervals until you are an expert computer user. Back to Contents Page System Setup Dell™ Inspiron™ 535/537/545/546 Service Manual Overview Entering System Setup Clearing Forgotten Passwords Clearing CMOS Settings Flashing the BIOS Overview Use ...
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...menu The following options are booting to a USB device, connect the USB device to boot from the CD drive so that you can run the Dell Diagnostics on (or restart) your computer and try again. Enabled (Enabled by default) Auto; CD/DVD; You can use this feature, for...; Do Not Report (Report by default) Disabled; S3(STR) (S3(STR) by default) l USB Operation Mode-High Speed; If you see the Microsoft Windows desktop. l USB Controller-Enabled or Disabled (Enabled by default) Disabled; Hard Drive; Disabled (Disabled by default) Off; ATA (ATA by default) 0 0:00:00 BIOS...
...menu The following options are booting to a USB device, connect the USB device to boot from the CD drive so that you can run the Dell Diagnostics on (or restart) your computer and try again. Enabled (Enabled by default) Auto; CD/DVD; You can use this feature, for...; Do Not Report (Report by default) Disabled; S3(STR) (S3(STR) by default) l USB Operation Mode-High Speed; If you see the Microsoft Windows desktop. l USB Controller-Enabled or Disabled (Enabled by default) Disabled; Hard Drive; Disabled (Disabled by default) Off; ATA (ATA by default) 0 0:00:00 BIOS...
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...the computer. 2. The Save In window appears. 6. Click the down arrow to download the file. 4. Connect your computer and devices to your desktop. 7. Turn on the screen. If the Export Compliance Disclaimer window appears, click Yes, I Accept this program to Contents Page The file downloads... to electrical outlets, and turn them on your computer at the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 3. Back to disk, and then click OK. Click Save this Agreement. Click Close when the Download Complete window ...
...the computer. 2. The Save In window appears. 6. Click the down arrow to download the file. 4. Connect your computer and devices to your desktop. 7. Turn on the screen. If the Export Compliance Disclaimer window appears, click Yes, I Accept this program to Contents Page The file downloads... to electrical outlets, and turn them on your computer at the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 3. Back to disk, and then click OK. Click Save this Agreement. Click Close when the Download Complete window ...
Setup Guide
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... Power Cables to Your Display and Computer 9 Windows Vista® Setup 10 Connect to the Internet (Optional 11 Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop 14 Front View Features 14 Back View Features 16 Software Features 18 Solving Problems 21 Network Problems 21 Power Problems 23 Memory ...Problems 24 Lockups and Software Problems 25 Using Support Tools 28 Dell Support Center 28 Beep Codes 29 System Messages 30 Hardware Troubleshooter 32 Dell Diagnostics 32 System Recovery Options 35 System Restore 36 Dell Factory Image Restore 37 Operating System Reinstallation 38 Getting Help ...
... Power Cables to Your Display and Computer 9 Windows Vista® Setup 10 Connect to the Internet (Optional 11 Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop 14 Front View Features 14 Back View Features 16 Software Features 18 Solving Problems 21 Network Problems 21 Power Problems 23 Memory ...Problems 24 Lockups and Software Problems 25 Using Support Tools 28 Dell Support Center 28 Beep Codes 29 System Messages 30 Hardware Troubleshooter 32 Dell Diagnostics 32 System Recovery Options 35 System Restore 36 Dell Factory Image Restore 37 Operating System Reinstallation 38 Getting Help ...
Setup Guide
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... a cabinet or drawer when it to place your computer, ensure that you leave at least 10.2 cm (4 inches) at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your computer. To prevent overheating ensure that shipped with your computer in this ... safety information that you allow easy access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to overheat. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop This section provides information about setting up your computer may cause it is powered on all other sides. You should never...
... a cabinet or drawer when it to place your computer, ensure that you leave at least 10.2 cm (4 inches) at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your computer. To prevent overheating ensure that shipped with your computer in this ... safety information that you allow easy access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to overheat. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop This section provides information about setting up your computer may cause it is powered on all other sides. You should never...
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... integrated speakers. Connect Using the VGA Connector Connect the display using either the VGA connector, the HDMI connector, or the DVI connector. 6 Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Connect the Display Your computer has an integrated VGA video connector.
... integrated speakers. Connect Using the VGA Connector Connect the display using either the VGA connector, the HDMI connector, or the DVI connector. 6 Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Connect the Display Your computer has an integrated VGA video connector.
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Connect Using the DVI Connector If your display has a DVI connector, use the VGA cable (with blue connectors at both ends) with a DVI-to-VGA adapter. NOTE: You can purchase a DVI-to -DVI adapter from the Dell website at www.dell.com. 7 NOTE: You can purchase an HDMI-to -VGA adapter from the Dell website at www.dell.com. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Connect Using the HDMI Connector If your display has a VGA connector, use a DVI cable (with white connectors at both ends) with an HDMI-to-DVI adapter.
Connect Using the DVI Connector If your display has a DVI connector, use the VGA cable (with blue connectors at both ends) with a DVI-to-VGA adapter. NOTE: You can purchase a DVI-to -DVI adapter from the Dell website at www.dell.com. 7 NOTE: You can purchase an HDMI-to -VGA adapter from the Dell website at www.dell.com. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Connect Using the HDMI Connector If your display has a VGA connector, use a DVI cable (with white connectors at both ends) with an HDMI-to-DVI adapter.
Setup Guide
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Connect the Network Cable (Optional) NOTE: The exact location of connectors may be different than what is shown. Use the USB connectors on the back panel of the computer to connect a USB keyboard and mouse. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Connect the Keyboard and Mouse NOTE: The exact location of connectors may be different than what is shown. 8
Connect the Network Cable (Optional) NOTE: The exact location of connectors may be different than what is shown. Use the USB connectors on the back panel of the computer to connect a USB keyboard and mouse. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Connect the Keyboard and Mouse NOTE: The exact location of connectors may be different than what is shown. 8
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... the back panel of the network cable to either a network port or a broadband device. Connect the Power Cables to complete your computer. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop A network connection is not required to Your Display and Computer 9
... the back panel of the network cable to either a network port or a broadband device. Connect the Power Cables to complete your computer. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop A network connection is not required to Your Display and Computer 9
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Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Press the Power Button on Your Computer and Display Windows Vista® Setup To set up an Internet connection. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer unusable. 10 The screens will take up to 15 minutes to complete. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Doing so may take you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Windows Vista for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen.
Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Press the Power Button on Your Computer and Display Windows Vista® Setup To set up an Internet connection. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer unusable. 10 The screens will take up to 15 minutes to complete. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Doing so may take you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Windows Vista for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen.
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... that provide high‑speed Internet access through your original order, you can purchase one or more of purchase. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop • Dial-up connections that provide Internet access using WiFi 802.11 technology. Your computer does not have an integrated modem. ... • Wireless LAN (WLAN) connections that provide Internet access through your telephone on decisions made at www.dell.com. 11 Your ISP will offer one from the Dell website at the time of the following Internet connection options: • DSL connections that may or may not...
... that provide high‑speed Internet access through your original order, you can purchase one or more of purchase. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop • Dial-up connections that provide Internet access using WiFi 802.11 technology. Your computer does not have an integrated modem. ... • Wireless LAN (WLAN) connections that provide Internet access through your telephone on decisions made at www.dell.com. 11 Your ISP will offer one from the Dell website at the time of the following Internet connection options: • DSL connections that may or may not...
Setup Guide
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...ISP, perform the steps in the past, the ISP might have a service outage. Follow the instructions on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. 3. Double-click the ISP icon on the screen to a wireless router: 1. Setting Up Your Internet Connection To set up your Internet connection. ...an ISP icon on the screen to set up your wireless router. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection If you are using a dial-up an Internet connection with a provided ISP desktop shortcut: 1. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2....
...ISP, perform the steps in the past, the ISP might have a service outage. Follow the instructions on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. 3. Double-click the ISP icon on the screen to a wireless router: 1. Setting Up Your Internet Connection To set up your Internet connection. ...an ISP icon on the screen to set up your wireless router. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection If you are using a dial-up an Internet connection with a provided ISP desktop shortcut: 1. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2....
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..., the Connect to the Internet window appears. 4. NOTE: If you get one. 1. Click either Broadband (PPPoE) or Dial-up modem or ISDN. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop NOTE: Have your ISP. 5. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2.
..., the Connect to the Internet window appears. 4. NOTE: If you get one. 1. Click either Broadband (PPPoE) or Dial-up modem or ISDN. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop NOTE: Have your ISP. 5. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2.
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INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Your computer has indicators and buttons that provide information and enable you to Front View Features perform common tasks. The connectors on your computer provide the option of attaching additional devices. 9 1 8 2 7 3 6 4 5 14
INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Your computer has indicators and buttons that provide information and enable you to Front View Features perform common tasks. The connectors on your computer provide the option of attaching additional devices. 9 1 8 2 7 3 6 4 5 14
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... in the center of your computer. 4 Power button - 1 Optical drive panel eject button (2) - Connects to play a CD/DVD/Blu-ray Disc™. 15 Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop • Solid amber - Use the optical drive to headphones.
... in the center of your computer. 4 Power button - 1 Optical drive panel eject button (2) - Connects to play a CD/DVD/Blu-ray Disc™. 15 Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop • Solid amber - Use the optical drive to headphones.
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... may not be available on some models. 4 Back panel connectors - Plug USB, audio, and other devices into the appropriate connector. 5 Expansion card slots - Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Back View Features 1 2 3 4 5 16 1 Power connector - For power cable connection. Power is not available or the power supply is available for the power supply...
... may not be available on some models. 4 Back panel connectors - Plug USB, audio, and other devices into the appropriate connector. 5 Expansion card slots - Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Back View Features 1 2 3 4 5 16 1 Power connector - For power cable connection. Power is not available or the power supply is available for the power supply...
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... computers with a video card, use the connector on your computer to the display. USB 2.0 connectors (4) - Rear L/R surround connector (black) - VGA video connector - Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Network connector and light - Center/subwoofer connector (orange) - Connects to be available on the card. The network activity light flashes when the computer is transmitting...
... computers with a video card, use the connector on your computer to the display. USB 2.0 connectors (4) - Rear L/R surround connector (black) - VGA video connector - Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Network connector and light - Center/subwoofer connector (orange) - Connects to be available on the card. The network activity light flashes when the computer is transmitting...
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Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Microphone connector (pink) - You can use your computer. Check your hard drive or on . 7 6 5 18 1 After connecting to create ... and images. Connects to headphones and speakers with integrated amplifiers. Line-out connector (green) - Line-in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide available on your purchase order for voice or audio input into a sound or telephony program. Connects to devices like cassette...Internet, you can access websites, setup an e-mail account, upload and download files, and so on the Dell Support website at support...
Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Microphone connector (pink) - You can use your computer. Check your hard drive or on . 7 6 5 18 1 After connecting to create ... and images. Connects to headphones and speakers with integrated amplifiers. Line-out connector (green) - Line-in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide available on your purchase order for voice or audio input into a sound or telephony program. Connects to devices like cassette...Internet, you can access websites, setup an e-mail account, upload and download files, and so on the Dell Support website at support...
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... disc drive may support multiple disc media formats including CDs, Blu-ray Discs (if the option is selected at the time of the desktop. 2. To access the display properties window: 1. Right-click an open the Personalize appearance and sounds window and learn more about your ...customization options. 19 Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Entertainment and Multimedia You can use your computer to watch videos, play games, create your own CDs, listen to change the appearance,...
... disc drive may support multiple disc media formats including CDs, Blu-ray Discs (if the option is selected at the time of the desktop. 2. To access the display properties window: 1. Right-click an open the Personalize appearance and sounds window and learn more about your ...customization options. 19 Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Entertainment and Multimedia You can use your computer to watch videos, play games, create your own CDs, listen to change the appearance,...