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...automatically detects your computer and operating system and installs the updates appropriate for Dell™ 3.5-inch USB floppy drives, Intel® Pentium® M processors, optical drives, and USB devices. Find It Here • Service Tag and Express Service Code...updates • Service and support - Computer documentation and product specifications and support history, service contract, online discussions with other Dell customers • Troubleshooting - Upgrade information for your call when contacting technical support. • Solutions - DSS provides critical ...
...automatically detects your computer and operating system and installs the updates appropriate for Dell™ 3.5-inch USB floppy drives, Intel® Pentium® M processors, optical drives, and USB devices. Find It Here • Service Tag and Express Service Code...updates • Service and support - Computer documentation and product specifications and support history, service contract, online discussions with other Dell customers • Troubleshooting - Upgrade information for your call when contacting technical support. • Solutions - DSS provides critical ...
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... - See "Power Problems" in the Windows Device Manager. Quick Reference Guide 9 Insert a floppy disk into either of the USB connectors. Press this drive. Instead, perform an operating system shutdown. This light indicates that can help you press the power button... these lights to turn off . • Steady green - The computer is in your online User's Guide. 1 CD/DVD drive 2 floppy drive 3 USB 2.0 connectors (2) 4 LAN indicator light 5 diagnostic lights 6 power button 7 power light 8 hard-drive activity light 9 headphone connector 10 microphone connector Insert...
... - See "Power Problems" in the Windows Device Manager. Quick Reference Guide 9 Insert a floppy disk into either of the USB connectors. Press this drive. Instead, perform an operating system shutdown. This light indicates that can help you press the power button... these lights to turn off . • Steady green - The computer is in your online User's Guide. 1 CD/DVD drive 2 floppy drive 3 USB 2.0 connectors (2) 4 LAN indicator light 5 diagnostic lights 6 power button 7 power light 8 hard-drive activity light 9 headphone connector 10 microphone connector Insert...
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...a voltage selection switch on voltage-selection switch. To help avoid damaging a computer with either of the USB connectors. Front View 1 2 3 11 10 9 8 76 5 4 1 USB 2.0 connectors (2) Connect USB devices such as printers and keyboards. 2 LAN indicator light This light indicates that a LAN (network...) connection is established. Desktop Computer - 1 cover release latch This latch allows you use the back USB connectors for devices that typically remain connected, such as a mouse, keyboard, memory key, printer, joystick, and computer speakers into ...
...a voltage selection switch on voltage-selection switch. To help avoid damaging a computer with either of the USB connectors. Front View 1 2 3 11 10 9 8 76 5 4 1 USB 2.0 connectors (2) Connect USB devices such as printers and keyboards. 2 LAN indicator light This light indicates that a LAN (network...) connection is established. Desktop Computer - 1 cover release latch This latch allows you use the back USB connectors for devices that typically remain connected, such as a mouse, keyboard, memory key, printer, joystick, and computer speakers into ...
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... an auto-sensing voltage selector or a (may not be set the switch for any installed PCI and PCI Express cards. 2 back-panel connectors Plug serial, USB, and other devices into the appropriate connector. 3 power connector Insert the power cable into this connector. 4 voltage selection switch Your computer is equipped with a manual...
... an auto-sensing voltage selector or a (may not be set the switch for any installed PCI and PCI Express cards. 2 back-panel connectors Plug serial, USB, and other devices into the appropriate connector. 3 power connector Insert the power cable into this connector. 4 voltage selection switch Your computer is equipped with a manual...
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... devices that a LAN (network) connection is in use the back USB connectors for 6 seconds or longer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Small Form Factor Computer - Front View 1 2 3 4 5 6 11 10 98 7 1 USB 2.0 connectors (2) Connect USB devices such as printers and keyboards. Press this button to help you...To rotate the badge, place fingers around the outside of the USB connectors. 2 power button It is recommended that you press the power button the computer will perform an operating system shutdown. 3 Dell badge The badge can also rotate the badge using the slot provided...
... devices that a LAN (network) connection is in use the back USB connectors for 6 seconds or longer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Small Form Factor Computer - Front View 1 2 3 4 5 6 11 10 98 7 1 USB 2.0 connectors (2) Connect USB devices such as printers and keyboards. Press this button to help you...To rotate the badge, place fingers around the outside of the USB connectors. 2 power button It is recommended that you press the power button the computer will perform an operating system shutdown. 3 Dell badge The badge can also rotate the badge using the slot provided...
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... power button or use the keyboard or the mouse if it is in your online User's Guide. Insert a floppy disk into this drive. Plug serial, USB, and other devices into this drive. Quick Reference Guide 15 To exit from a power-saving mode, see "Power Management" in a normal operating state. • Blinking...
... power button or use the keyboard or the mouse if it is in your online User's Guide. Insert a floppy disk into this drive. Plug serial, USB, and other devices into this drive. Quick Reference Guide 15 To exit from a power-saving mode, see "Power Management" in a normal operating state. • Blinking...
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...a parallel device, such as a printer, to operate with an auto-sensing voltage selector certain computers) do not have a USB printer, plug it into a USB connector. The computer is automatically disabled if the computer detects an installed card containing a parallel connector configured to the 115-V ...position even though the AC power available in Japan is 100 V. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 4 voltage selection switch...
...a parallel device, such as a printer, to operate with an auto-sensing voltage selector certain computers) do not have a USB printer, plug it into a USB connector. The computer is automatically disabled if the computer detects an installed card containing a parallel connector configured to the 115-V ...position even though the AC power available in Japan is 100 V. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 4 voltage selection switch...
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... on the card. A high volume of network traffic may make this connector will be in connector 6 line-out connector 7 microphone connector 8 USB 2.0 connectors (6) 9 video connector 10 serial connector To attach your network or broadband device. On computers with a sound card, use the y-... light flashes a yellow light when the computer is on the card. On computers with your VGA-compatible monitor into the network connector. Connect USB devices such as a mouse, keyboard, memory key, printer, joystick, and computer speakers into a sound or telephony program. Connect a serial ...
... on the card. A high volume of network traffic may make this connector will be in connector 6 line-out connector 7 microphone connector 8 USB 2.0 connectors (6) 9 video connector 10 serial connector To attach your network or broadband device. On computers with a sound card, use the y-... light flashes a yellow light when the computer is on the card. On computers with your VGA-compatible monitor into the network connector. Connect USB devices such as a mouse, keyboard, memory key, printer, joystick, and computer speakers into a sound or telephony program. Connect a serial ...
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...troubleshoot problems with your online User's Guide. Press this button to flow through your online User's Guide. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Ultra-Small Form Factor Computer - The power light illuminates and blinks or remains solid to this connector. ...The computer is in the Windows Device Manager. Front View 1 23 4 5 1 USB connectors (2) 2 headphone connector 3 microphone connector 4 power light 5 power button 6 vents 9 8 7 6 Connect USB devices...
...troubleshoot problems with your online User's Guide. Press this button to flow through your online User's Guide. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Ultra-Small Form Factor Computer - The power light illuminates and blinks or remains solid to this connector. ...The computer is in the Windows Device Manager. Front View 1 23 4 5 1 USB connectors (2) 2 headphone connector 3 microphone connector 4 power light 5 power button 6 vents 9 8 7 6 Connect USB devices...
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... exists between a 1000-Mbps (1-Gbps) network and the computer. • Off - For more information, see "Diagnostic Lights" on the back panel of your computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 1 diagnostic lights 2 computer cover release knob 3 back-panel connectors 4 power connector 5 vents Use the lights to help you have...
... exists between a 1000-Mbps (1-Gbps) network and the computer. • Off - For more information, see "Diagnostic Lights" on the back panel of your computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 1 diagnostic lights 2 computer cover release knob 3 back-panel connectors 4 power connector 5 vents Use the lights to help you have...
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... or hub, and press the other end of the UTP cable into the network adapter connector until the cable snaps securely into any of the USB connectors. Quick Reference Guide 21 If you have a VGA monitor, see "Connecting a VGA Monitor" in a steady "on" state. Use the ...attached devices did not automatically turn them off when you begin any open programs, click the Start button, and then click Turn Off Computer. Connect USB devices such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, joystick, and computer speakers into place. Removing the Computer Cover CAUTION: Before you shut down the ...
... or hub, and press the other end of the UTP cable into the network adapter connector until the cable snaps securely into any of the USB connectors. Quick Reference Guide 21 If you have a VGA monitor, see "Connecting a VGA Monitor" in a steady "on" state. Use the ...attached devices did not automatically turn them off when you begin any open programs, click the Start button, and then click Turn Off Computer. Connect USB devices such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, joystick, and computer speakers into place. Removing the Computer Cover CAUTION: Before you shut down the ...
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... maintain proper operating temperature, ensure that you do not place the computer too close to operate a PS/2 mouse and a USB mouse simultaneously. 30 Quick Reference Guide NOTICE: If your computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Ultra-Small Form Factor Computer 1 2 3 5 4 1 heat sink assembly 2 speaker (optional) 3 memory modules (2) 4 hard drive 5 chassis intrusion switch...
... maintain proper operating temperature, ensure that you do not place the computer too close to operate a PS/2 mouse and a USB mouse simultaneously. 30 Quick Reference Guide NOTICE: If your computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Ultra-Small Form Factor Computer 1 2 3 5 4 1 heat sink assembly 2 speaker (optional) 3 memory modules (2) 4 hard drive 5 chassis intrusion switch...
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.... • If the computer has a graphics card, remove the card, reinstall it and restart the computer. For information on contacting Dell, see your online User's Guide. • If you know works and restart the computer. • If the problem persists or... the computer has integrated graphics, contact Dell. A possible USB failure has occurred. If the computer starts normally, reinstall an additional module. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution Memory modules are detected, but a memory...
.... • If the computer has a graphics card, remove the card, reinstall it and restart the computer. For information on contacting Dell, see your online User's Guide. • If you know works and restart the computer. • If the problem persists or... the computer has integrated graphics, contact Dell. A possible USB failure has occurred. If the computer starts normally, reinstall an additional module. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution Memory modules are detected, but a memory...
Setup Guide
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Connect the Keyboard and Mouse Connect the USB keyboard and mouse to the USB connectors on the back panel of your computer. 8
Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Connect the Keyboard and Mouse Connect the USB keyboard and mouse to the USB connectors on the back panel of your computer. 8
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... system using the system recovery media, see "System Recovery Media" on the screen. Insert the disc or USB key in an undesirable operating state. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 3. To create a system recovery media: 1. NOTE: For information on restoring your computer...if changes to the operating state it was in when you set up Microsoft Windows. Click Create Recovery Media. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create a system recovery media as soon as you purchased the...
... system using the system recovery media, see "System Recovery Media" on the screen. Insert the disc or USB key in an undesirable operating state. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 3. To create a system recovery media: 1. NOTE: For information on restoring your computer...if changes to the operating state it was in when you set up Microsoft Windows. Click Create Recovery Media. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create a system recovery media as soon as you purchased the...
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... (Optional) To connect to the Internet, you can purchase one from www.dell.com. Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the optional external USB modem and to the antenna-in "Setting Up Your Internet Connection" on the... screen. To set up your Internet connection. • If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your computer. 3. Follow the instructions on page 14. 13 Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop...
... (Optional) To connect to the Internet, you can purchase one from www.dell.com. Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the optional external USB modem and to the antenna-in "Setting Up Your Internet Connection" on the... screen. To set up your Internet connection. • If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your computer. 3. Follow the instructions on page 14. 13 Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop...
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Connects to a microphone or inputs signal for assistance. • Blinking amber - Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 57) for assistance. • NOTE: For information on power problems, see "Contacting Dell" on . • Solid amber - The light in sleep/standby mode or there might ...powered speaker or sound system, use with either turned off when pressed. 1 Optical drive (2) - Using Your Inspiron Desktop 5 Power button and light - NOTE: To connect to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 3 Microphone or line-...
Connects to a microphone or inputs signal for assistance. • Blinking amber - Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 57) for assistance. • NOTE: For information on power problems, see "Contacting Dell" on . • Solid amber - The light in sleep/standby mode or there might ...powered speaker or sound system, use with either turned off when pressed. 1 Optical drive (2) - Using Your Inspiron Desktop 5 Power button and light - NOTE: To connect to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 3 Microphone or line-...
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... slot - Provide access to select the voltage rating appropriate for your computer. 21 Allows you access the Dell Support website or call technical support. Used to the appropriate connectors. 5 Expansion card slots - NOTE: ...to the interior of this connector may not be available on all computers. 2 Voltage selector switch - Connect USB, audio, video, and other devices to identify your computer when you to connectors on your region.... Tag and Express Service Code - Using Your Inspiron Desktop 7 Padlock slot - Indicates power availability of the power supply.
... slot - Provide access to select the voltage rating appropriate for your computer. 21 Allows you access the Dell Support website or call technical support. Used to the appropriate connectors. 5 Expansion card slots - NOTE: ...to the interior of this connector may not be available on all computers. 2 Voltage selector switch - Connect USB, audio, video, and other devices to identify your computer when you to connectors on your region.... Tag and Express Service Code - Using Your Inspiron Desktop 7 Padlock slot - Indicates power availability of the power supply.
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.... 23 The two lights next to the HDMI connector on your computer to a monitor or projector. 4 Microphone connector - Using Your Inspiron Desktop 1 USB 2.0 connectors (6) - Connects to the connector indicate the status and activity for audio input. 5 Front L/R line-out connector - Connects to... USB devices, such as a microphone, cassette player, CD player, or VCR. 7 Network connector and light - Connect to recording or playback devices such ...
.... 23 The two lights next to the HDMI connector on your computer to a monitor or projector. 4 Microphone connector - Using Your Inspiron Desktop 1 USB 2.0 connectors (6) - Connects to the connector indicate the status and activity for audio input. 5 Front L/R line-out connector - Connects to... USB devices, such as a microphone, cassette player, CD player, or VCR. 7 Network connector and light - Connect to recording or playback devices such ...
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..., or if your data regularly. Hard Drive SELF MONITORING SYSTEM has reported that you back up your device has two USB cables, connect both of range may or may not indicate a potential hard drive problem - S.M.A.R.T error, possible hard drive failure. Using Support Tools ...that a parameter has exceeded its normal operating range. No bootable partition on page 57) for assistance. 38 Contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals) or Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on hard drive, the hard drive cable is loose, or no bootable device exists. • If the ...
..., or if your data regularly. Hard Drive SELF MONITORING SYSTEM has reported that you back up your device has two USB cables, connect both of range may or may not indicate a potential hard drive problem - S.M.A.R.T error, possible hard drive failure. Using Support Tools ...that a parameter has exceeded its normal operating range. No bootable partition on page 57) for assistance. 38 Contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals) or Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on hard drive, the hard drive cable is loose, or no bootable device exists. • If the ...