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Dell Support Center 285 Solving Problems 287 Battery Problems 287 Drive Problems 287 Optical Drive Problems 288 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems . . . . . 289 Error Messages 290 ... Scanner Problems 299 Sound and Speaker Problems 299 Touch Pad or Mouse Problems for Laptop Computers 301 Video and Monitor Problems 302 Power Lights 304 Dell Technical Update Service 305 21 System Setup 307 Viewing System Settings With the System Setup Program 307 Entering the System Setup Program 308 Working With Options...
Dell Support Center 285 Solving Problems 287 Battery Problems 287 Drive Problems 287 Optical Drive Problems 288 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems . . . . . 289 Error Messages 290 ... Scanner Problems 299 Sound and Speaker Problems 299 Touch Pad or Mouse Problems for Laptop Computers 301 Video and Monitor Problems 302 Power Lights 304 Dell Technical Update Service 305 21 System Setup 307 Viewing System Settings With the System Setup Program 307 Entering the System Setup Program 308 Working With Options...
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... • Troubleshooting Search • Windows Vista Center • Windows XP Support Center • Wireless Center Customer Service • Dell Financial Services • FAQs • Invoices • Missing, Wrong & Damaged • Order Status • Ownership Transfer •...; International Ownership Transfer • Packing Slips • Pickup/Redelivery • Dell Dollars/Rebate Center • Report a Stolen System • Returns • Update Billing Address Warranty Information • Expired Warranty Service • Extend & Upgrade Warranty •...
... • Troubleshooting Search • Windows Vista Center • Windows XP Support Center • Wireless Center Customer Service • Dell Financial Services • FAQs • Invoices • Missing, Wrong & Damaged • Order Status • Ownership Transfer •...; International Ownership Transfer • Packing Slips • Pickup/Redelivery • Dell Dollars/Rebate Center • Report a Stolen System • Returns • Update Billing Address Warranty Information • Expired Warranty Service • Extend & Upgrade Warranty •...
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...user-selectable options such as your BIOS settings when you remove and replace certain hardware components. Use the system setup program to update your password. • Verify information about accessing the system setup program and configuring hardware components, see "System Setup" on ... by the operating system is a utility that serves as the amount of system memory. • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • Technical...
...user-selectable options such as your BIOS settings when you remove and replace certain hardware components. Use the system setup program to update your password. • Verify information about accessing the system setup program and configuring hardware components, see "System Setup" on ... by the operating system is a utility that serves as the amount of system memory. • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • Technical...
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You may need to reinstall or update the driver. Drives and Media 79 If an exclamation point is a program that existed before you may need to install drivers if you: • Upgrade ... tab→ Roll Back Driver. Determining Whether a Device Driver is the Source of the Driver If a problem occurs on your computer after you install or update a driver, use System Restore (see if any device has an exclamation point (a yellow circle with administrator privileges to the state that controls your computer to...
You may need to reinstall or update the driver. Drives and Media 79 If an exclamation point is a program that existed before you may need to install drivers if you: • Upgrade ... tab→ Roll Back Driver. Determining Whether a Device Driver is the Source of the Driver If a problem occurs on your computer after you install or update a driver, use System Restore (see if any device has an exclamation point (a yellow circle with administrator privileges to the state that controls your computer to...
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.... 7 Click Browse, and browse to the location to eliminate the possibility that the original media is not listed, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 280. Drive Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions...bootable disc and restart the computer. 5 Double-click the name of the device for which you are installing the driver. 6 Click the Driver tab→ Update Driver→ Browse my computer for Dell computers. E N S U R E T H A T M I C R O S O F T W I N D O W S R E C O G N I Z E S T H E D R I V...
.... 7 Click Browse, and browse to the location to eliminate the possibility that the original media is not listed, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 280. Drive Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions...bootable disc and restart the computer. 5 Double-click the name of the device for which you are installing the driver. 6 Click the Driver tab→ Update Driver→ Browse my computer for Dell computers. E N S U R E T H A T M I C R O S O F T W I N D O W S R E C O G N I Z E S T H E D R I V...
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... System Information. Open Disk Cleanup - delete unnecessary or temporary files on your hard disk to monitor the status of the available options to manage and update system security for on your computer. system tools to increase the storage space on your computer. advanced system tool to view security, application, and system...
... System Information. Open Disk Cleanup - delete unnecessary or temporary files on your hard disk to monitor the status of the available options to manage and update system security for on your computer. system tools to increase the storage space on your computer. advanced system tool to view security, application, and system...
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... the security of spyware software sending information through your router. To set up the router, enable data encryption. Software companies regularly update their products to an unauthorized party. A firewall helps protect computers within the network, as in the case of your network, and check ...for updates regularly. Set up -to enable the firewall. Use up a firewall. Secure your broadband Internet connection. Follow these steps to check that...
... the security of spyware software sending information through your router. To set up the router, enable data encryption. Software companies regularly update their products to an unauthorized party. A firewall helps protect computers within the network, as in the case of your network, and check ...for updates regularly. Set up -to enable the firewall. Use up a firewall. Secure your broadband Internet connection. Follow these steps to check that...
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...settings accordingly. If you use public wireless access frequently, subscribe to a Virtual Private Network (VPN) or secure hotspot wireless service provider. Update your operating system does not include a firewall, purchase and install an integrated Internet security software package or, at a minimum, standalone ...Firewall to specify the type of your Windows network security settings for a Public Place. If your software. Locating Networks With the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator Your computer may include a wireless switch. When you to Secure Your Computer" on the ...
...settings accordingly. If you use public wireless access frequently, subscribe to a Virtual Private Network (VPN) or secure hotspot wireless service provider. Update your operating system does not include a firewall, purchase and install an integrated Internet security software package or, at a minimum, standalone ...Firewall to specify the type of your Windows network security settings for a Public Place. If your software. Locating Networks With the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator Your computer may include a wireless switch. When you to Secure Your Computer" on the ...
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Regularly check for viruses and quarantine suspected programs and data. The basic task of a firewall is to your computer for updates to regulate the flow of traffic between computer networks of trust. OR Click Start→ Control Panel→ Security ... 2 Click Change Settings. Windows Firewall Settings window appears. 180 Accessing the Internet Updating Your Antivirus Programs Keep your computer from the Dell Support web page located at support.dell.com. You can update automatically when you are zones of these programs will regularly check your antivirus program. ...
Regularly check for viruses and quarantine suspected programs and data. The basic task of a firewall is to your computer for updates to regulate the flow of traffic between computer networks of trust. OR Click Start→ Control Panel→ Security ... 2 Click Change Settings. Windows Firewall Settings window appears. 180 Accessing the Internet Updating Your Antivirus Programs Keep your computer from the Dell Support web page located at support.dell.com. You can update automatically when you are zones of these programs will regularly check your antivirus program. ...
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... came with the device. Then, when you want to your media library. Connecting a Laptop Media Device (MP3 Player) to Sync in the future, Media Player updates the device. 208 Multimedia Also, see the windowsmedia.com website. Setting up the Laptop Media Device to Your Computer Follow the instructions that came with...
... came with the device. Then, when you want to your media library. Connecting a Laptop Media Device (MP3 Player) to Sync in the future, Media Player updates the device. 208 Multimedia Also, see the windowsmedia.com website. Setting up the Laptop Media Device to Your Computer Follow the instructions that came with...
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... type it contains. • Unsecured - As a rule of Getting Computer Viruses • Install an antivirus program • Avoid opening suspicious e-mails or e-mail attachments • Update Windows on a regular basis • Use a firewall Security and Privacy 257 You will know if the wireless public network that you choose is requested. If...
... type it contains. • Unsecured - As a rule of Getting Computer Viruses • Install an antivirus program • Avoid opening suspicious e-mails or e-mail attachments • Update Windows on a regular basis • Use a firewall Security and Privacy 257 You will know if the wireless public network that you choose is requested. If...
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... and the electrical outlet. - For additional safety best practices information, see the Service Manual for self-support information, software updates, and health scans of the computer illuminates and blinks or remains solid to resume normal operation. Reseat the power cable into...• If the power light is blinking blue, the computer is not responding, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Dell Support Utility Use this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computing environment. If the computer is plugged into ...
... and the electrical outlet. - For additional safety best practices information, see the Service Manual for self-support information, software updates, and health scans of the computer illuminates and blinks or remains solid to resume normal operation. Reseat the power cable into...• If the power light is blinking blue, the computer is not responding, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Dell Support Utility Use this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computing environment. If the computer is plugged into ...
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...is supported by your computer (see the documentation for assistance (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 337). ***PROCESSOR SSDT DATA NOT FOUND*** OPERATING SYSTEM POWER ... KEY TO S H U T D O W N . - The AC adapter may be installed incorrectly, or the AC adapter or docking station may be defective. Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 281). ***PROCESSOR MICROCODE UPDATE FAILURE*** THE REVISION OF PROCESSOR IN T H E S YS T E M I S N O T S U P P O R T E D . - EITHER UNDOCK OR INSERT AN APPROPRIATE ADAPTER. IF THE PROBLEM R E C U R S , P L E A...
...is supported by your computer (see the documentation for assistance (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 337). ***PROCESSOR SSDT DATA NOT FOUND*** OPERATING SYSTEM POWER ... KEY TO S H U T D O W N . - The AC adapter may be installed incorrectly, or the AC adapter or docking station may be defective. Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 281). ***PROCESSOR MICROCODE UPDATE FAILURE*** THE REVISION OF PROCESSOR IN T H E S YS T E M I S N O T S U P P O R T E D . - EITHER UNDOCK OR INSERT AN APPROPRIATE ADAPTER. IF THE PROBLEM R E C U R S , P L E A...
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...selection switch is set to the system board (see the Service Manual for the Dell Technical Update service, go to the same electrical outlet Dell Technical Update Service The Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e-mail notification of interference are: - Some possible causes of ...software and hardware updates for your location, if applicable. - Ensure that the processor power cable is ...
...selection switch is set to the system board (see the Service Manual for the Dell Technical Update service, go to the same electrical outlet Dell Technical Update Service The Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e-mail notification of interference are: - Some possible causes of ...software and hardware updates for your location, if applicable. - Ensure that the processor power cable is ...
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The BIOS settings may need to be bootable. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Changing Boot Sequence to a USB Device 1 Connect the USB device to a USB connector. 2 Turn on the computer. NOTE: To boot to a USB device, the device must be updated for the current boot only). If you wait too long...
The BIOS settings may need to be bootable. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Changing Boot Sequence to a USB Device 1 Connect the USB device to a USB connector. 2 Turn on the computer. NOTE: To boot to a USB device, the device must be updated for the current boot only). If you wait too long...
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...(Flashing the BIOS) The BIOS may not apply to your environment. 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Locate the BIOS update file for your computer at the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 3 Click Download Now to download the file. 4 If the Export Compliance Disclaimer window appears, click Yes, ...this program. The file downloads to your system. NOTE: It is recommended that may/may require flashing when an update is available or when replacing the system board. Some updates contain changes that impact only certain configurations, or provide new features that you review specifics about the BIOS...
...(Flashing the BIOS) The BIOS may not apply to your environment. 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Locate the BIOS update file for your computer at the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 3 Click Download Now to download the file. 4 If the Export Compliance Disclaimer window appears, click Yes, ...this program. The file downloads to your system. NOTE: It is recommended that may/may require flashing when an update is available or when replacing the system board. Some updates contain changes that impact only certain configurations, or provide new features that you review specifics about the BIOS...
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The file icon appears on your desktop and is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. 8 Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions on the screen. 312 System Setup 7 Click Close when the Download Complete window appears.
The file icon appears on your desktop and is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. 8 Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions on the screen. 312 System Setup 7 Click Close when the Download Complete window appears.
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... your order status for new purchases find solutions and answers to common questions locate information for last-minute updates about technical changes to your computer or advanced technical-reference material for your computer the Dell Support Center. You must use the service tag to identify your Service tag/Express Service Code - readme...
... your order status for new purchases find solutions and answers to common questions locate information for last-minute updates about technical changes to your computer or advanced technical-reference material for your computer the Dell Support Center. You must use the service tag to identify your Service tag/Express Service Code - readme...
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INSPIRON Basic Specifications This section provides information that you may vary by region. For more detailed specifications, see the Comprehensive Specifications at support.dell.com/manuals. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start →... to view information about your computer. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. Computer Model Dell™ Inspiron™ 560 Dell Inspiron 570 Processor Types Inspiron 560 Intel® Celeron® Intel Pentium® Dual Core Intel Core™2...
INSPIRON Basic Specifications This section provides information that you may vary by region. For more detailed specifications, see the Comprehensive Specifications at support.dell.com/manuals. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start →... to view information about your computer. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. Computer Model Dell™ Inspiron™ 560 Dell Inspiron 570 Processor Types Inspiron 560 Intel® Celeron® Intel Pentium® Dual Core Intel Core™2...
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... view information about your computer. For more information regarding the configuration of more than 4 GB require a 64-bit operating system. Processor Types Inspiron 560 Inspiron 570 • Intel® Celeron® • Intel Pentium® Dual Core • Intel Core™2 Duo • Intel Core2 ...DDR3 DIMM sockets 1 GB and 2 GB 1066-MHz DDR3 DIMM; NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. Dell™ Inspiron™ 560/570: Comprehensive Specifications This document provides information that you may vary by region.
... view information about your computer. For more information regarding the configuration of more than 4 GB require a 64-bit operating system. Processor Types Inspiron 560 Inspiron 570 • Intel® Celeron® • Intel Pentium® Dual Core • Intel Core™2 Duo • Intel Core2 ...DDR3 DIMM sockets 1 GB and 2 GB 1066-MHz DDR3 DIMM; NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. Dell™ Inspiron™ 560/570: Comprehensive Specifications This document provides information that you may vary by region.