Dell Inspiron Systems Setup Guide
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... the documentation that comes with the card. To install a PC Card, perform the following subsections for installation and removal instructions. If you must disable the serial port or infrared port to prevent incorrect insertion. The computer recognizes most input/output (I/O) cards and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. Press the eject button. 2. PC Cards are keyed to use certain interrupt request (IRQ) settings, you encounter too much resistance...
... the documentation that comes with the card. To install a PC Card, perform the following subsections for installation and removal instructions. If you must disable the serial port or infrared port to prevent incorrect insertion. The computer recognizes most input/output (I/O) cards and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. Press the eject button. 2. PC Cards are keyed to use certain interrupt request (IRQ) settings, you encounter too much resistance...
Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide
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... Menu of Setup Program 2-3 System Devices Menu of Setup Program 2-5 Security Menu of Setup Program 2-7 Power Menu of Setup Program 2-8 Boot Menu of Setup Program 2-12 Exit Menu of Setup Program 2-13 AC Adapter and Power Cable 3-3 Checking the Battery 3-3 Checking an Optional Device 3-4 I/O Panel Connectors for External Devices 3-4 Removing the Memory Module Cover 3-14 Removing the Memory Module Cover 3-16 Removing the Memory Module Cover 3-25 Removing a Memory Module 3-26 Installing a Memory Module 3-26 Diagnostics Menu 4-3 Main Screen of Compliance for Dell-Branded Hardware...
... Menu of Setup Program 2-3 System Devices Menu of Setup Program 2-5 Security Menu of Setup Program 2-7 Power Menu of Setup Program 2-8 Boot Menu of Setup Program 2-12 Exit Menu of Setup Program 2-13 AC Adapter and Power Cable 3-3 Checking the Battery 3-3 Checking an Optional Device 3-4 I/O Panel Connectors for External Devices 3-4 Removing the Memory Module Cover 3-14 Removing the Memory Module Cover 3-16 Removing the Memory Module Cover 3-25 Removing a Memory Module 3-26 Installing a Memory Module 3-26 Diagnostics Menu 4-3 Main Screen of Compliance for Dell-Branded Hardware...
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... you to select a device to change the parallel port address and/or direct 2-6 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide Other possible mode settings are Enabled, Disabled, and Auto (the default). When set to the port type in the System Devices menu. Serial Port lets you configure the port settings. NOTE: If there is set to create a conflict with other devices. Dell recommends that you retain the default. If for security. The default is Disabled. If this option is a conflict between...
... you to select a device to change the parallel port address and/or direct 2-6 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide Other possible mode settings are Enabled, Disabled, and Auto (the default). When set to the port type in the System Devices menu. Serial Port lets you configure the port settings. NOTE: If there is set to create a conflict with other devices. Dell recommends that you retain the default. If for security. The default is Disabled. If this option is a conflict between...
Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide
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... User's Guide. This password restricts access to the Setup program settings. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main System Devices Security Power Boot Exit System Password is Set System Password Password On Boot Clear [Enter] [Disabled] Item Specific Help F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item ESC Exit ↔ Select Menu F5/F6 Change Values F9 Setup Defaults Enter Select ‰ Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit If no system password has been set up a new system password, and then follow the instructions on your screen...
... User's Guide. This password restricts access to the Setup program settings. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main System Devices Security Power Boot Exit System Password is Set System Password Password On Boot Clear [Enter] [Disabled] Item Specific Help F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item ESC Exit ↔ Select Menu F5/F6 Change Values F9 Setup Defaults Enter Select ‰ Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit If no system password has been set up a new system password, and then follow the instructions on your screen...
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... Password option must enter a password before the computer loads the operating system into memory. Customized (the default) allows you want to control each option in the System Users Guide. To enable this option are set . PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main System Devices Security Power Boot Exit Power Management Mode Smart CPU Mode: Standby Time-out: Suspend Time-out: Suspend Mode Resume On Modem Ring: Resume On Time of Day: Resume Time: [Customized] [Off] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Save to Conserve Battery Power...
... Password option must enter a password before the computer loads the operating system into memory. Customized (the default) allows you want to control each option in the System Users Guide. To enable this option are set . PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main System Devices Security Power Boot Exit Power Management Mode Smart CPU Mode: Standby Time-out: Suspend Time-out: Suspend Mode Resume On Modem Ring: Resume On Time of Day: Resume Time: [Customized] [Off] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Save to Conserve Battery Power...
Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide
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... the installation. 2. When the Microsoft Windows 98 Startup Menu appears, select Start com- Insert the Dell Inspiron 7000 System Software CD into the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. 3. Insert the Dell Inspiron 7000 System Software CD into the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. 3. Follow the instructions on your screen. In the My Computer window, double-click the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM icon, and then double-click the DVD folder. 5. 2. To create the save -to-disk suspend mode is...
... the installation. 2. When the Microsoft Windows 98 Startup Menu appears, select Start com- Insert the Dell Inspiron 7000 System Software CD into the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. 3. Insert the Dell Inspiron 7000 System Software CD into the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. 3. Follow the instructions on your screen. In the My Computer window, double-click the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM icon, and then double-click the DVD folder. 5. 2. To create the save -to-disk suspend mode is...
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... status display panel. The diskette-drive access indicator should appear when data is set to access the boot files from Dell. If the problem is running. You can hear the hard-disk drive spin up, and the computer tries to Disabled in the Dell Diagnostics (for information on obtaining technical assistance from the hard-disk drive or the diskette drive. An error message The power indicator The keyboard indicators The diskette-drive access indicator The CD-ROM/hard-disk drive access indicator See...
... status display panel. The diskette-drive access indicator should appear when data is set to access the boot files from Dell. If the problem is running. You can hear the hard-disk drive spin up, and the computer tries to Disabled in the Dell Diagnostics (for information on obtaining technical assistance from the hard-disk drive or the diskette drive. An error message The power indicator The keyboard indicators The diskette-drive access indicator The CD-ROM/hard-disk drive access indicator See...
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... diskette-drive access indicator appears in the Setup program. See Chapter 2, "Customizing System Features," for setup options. You can easily correct certain system problems by the system setup options, an error message may be loose or the diskette may appear on the computer's display or an external monitor (if one is still not resolved, see the Glossary in the System User's Guide. 3-6 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide Turn the...
... diskette-drive access indicator appears in the Setup program. See Chapter 2, "Customizing System Features," for setup options. You can easily correct certain system problems by the system setup options, an error message may be loose or the diskette may appear on the computer's display or an external monitor (if one is still not resolved, see the Glossary in the System User's Guide. 3-6 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide Turn the...
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... hard-disk drive failed to enter the Setup program. Troubleshooting Your Computer 3-7 Call Dell for technical assistance. (For instructions, see Chapter 5, "Getting Help.") Keyboard controller error The keyboard controller is being used , it . Then call Dell for the error message. Run the Stuck Key Test in NVRAM may be faulty. Call Dell for technical assistance. (For instructions, see Chapter 5, "Getting Help.") Real time clock error The CMOS battery that came with the operating...
... hard-disk drive failed to enter the Setup program. Troubleshooting Your Computer 3-7 Call Dell for technical assistance. (For instructions, see Chapter 5, "Getting Help.") Keyboard controller error The keyboard controller is being used , it . Then call Dell for the error message. Run the Stuck Key Test in NVRAM may be faulty. Call Dell for technical assistance. (For instructions, see Chapter 5, "Getting Help.") Real time clock error The CMOS battery that came with the operating...
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....") System CMOS checksum bad- When errors occur during the boot routine that cannot be malfunctioning. When a beep code is a pattern of beeps that identify the problem. Call Dell for technical assistance. (For instructions, see the Glossary in Chapter 5, and then look it down on an external monitor (if attached), the computer may emit a series of sounds: for instructions.) 3-8 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide Call Dell for...
....") System CMOS checksum bad- When errors occur during the boot routine that cannot be malfunctioning. When a beep code is a pattern of beeps that identify the problem. Call Dell for technical assistance. (For instructions, see the Glossary in Chapter 5, and then look it down on an external monitor (if attached), the computer may emit a series of sounds: for instructions.) 3-8 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide Call Dell for...
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... . To change the default, type in the online mode to print.) If you select All to verify the Video test group screens, the Keyboard test group key functions, or other types of interaction such as inserting a diskette. If you type 0 (zero), testing continues, regardless of the number of errors found, until you press . Running the Dell Diagnostics 4-9 This parameter specifies the maximum number of errors that...
... . To change the default, type in the online mode to print.) If you select All to verify the Video test group screens, the Keyboard test group key functions, or other types of interaction such as inserting a diskette. If you type 0 (zero), testing continues, regardless of the number of errors found, until you press . Running the Dell Diagnostics 4-9 This parameter specifies the maximum number of errors that...
Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide
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... you are added to the display. In contrast, to the main screen of parameter associated with the new screen. After you are reset to their defaults when you choose the Printer option, error messages print as limits and parameters and how to set limits for the Serial Ports test group, use with it . The values are testing an external monitor, change a value for status messages...
... you are added to the display. In contrast, to the main screen of parameter associated with the new screen. After you are reset to their defaults when you choose the Printer option, error messages print as limits and parameters and how to set limits for the Serial Ports test group, use with it . The values are testing an external monitor, change a value for status messages...
Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide
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... chapter, including AutoTech, TechFax, order status, technical support, and product information. The Internet is not functioning properly or if you can access most powerful tool for information if your computer is your most of your Express Service Code) and click Submit. The latest drivers and BIOS updates to know about traveling with your computer's hardware or operation. 5-2 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide Avoid telephone delays by...
... chapter, including AutoTech, TechFax, order status, technical support, and product information. The Internet is not functioning properly or if you can access most powerful tool for information if your computer is your most of your Express Service Code) and click Submit. The latest drivers and BIOS updates to know about traveling with your computer's hardware or operation. 5-2 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide Avoid telephone delays by...
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... Troubleshooting Guide or, the section titled "Contacting Dell: in one -year period of this warranty does not cover damage due to external causes, including accident, abuse, misuse, problems with electrical power, servicing not authorized by Dell, usage not in accordance with product instructions, failure to perform required preventive maintenance, and problems caused by Dell. accessories or parts added to a Dell system after the system is covered...
... Troubleshooting Guide or, the section titled "Contacting Dell: in one -year period of this warranty does not cover damage due to external causes, including accident, abuse, misuse, problems with electrical power, servicing not authorized by Dell, usage not in accordance with product instructions, failure to perform required preventive maintenance, and problems caused by Dell. accessories or parts added to a Dell system after the system is covered...
Dell Inspiron 7000 Series Installing Drivers and Utilities (Windows 98)
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... the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. 3. Double-click the Setup icon. 6. The audio files are being copied and driver information is being built appear on your computer. After Windows 98 restarts, the New Hardware Wizard appears. 9. Insert the Dell Inspiron 7000 System Software CD into the diskette drive, and click OK. 9. When prompted, click Yes, I want to create a start-up diskette, remove the Microsoft Boot Disk Windows 98 Series diskette drive, and...
... the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. 3. Double-click the Setup icon. 6. The audio files are being copied and driver information is being built appear on your computer. After Windows 98 restarts, the New Hardware Wizard appears. 9. Insert the Dell Inspiron 7000 System Software CD into the diskette drive, and click OK. 9. When prompted, click Yes, I want to create a start-up diskette, remove the Microsoft Boot Disk Windows 98 Series diskette drive, and...
Dell Inspiron 7000 Series Installing Drivers and Utilities (Windows 98)
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... will need to use extended video modes, check the documentation that accompanied the application program to complete the installation. 2. The New hardware found screen appears and continues to install the drivers and complete the installation. ,QVWDOOLQJ9LGHR'ULYHUV Video drivers control features such as screen resolution and the number of this procedure to your touch pad and cursor features. Insert the Dell Inspiron 7000 System Software CD into the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. 3. Installing System Software 1-3
... will need to use extended video modes, check the documentation that accompanied the application program to complete the installation. 2. The New hardware found screen appears and continues to install the drivers and complete the installation. ,QVWDOOLQJ9LGHR'ULYHUV Video drivers control features such as screen resolution and the number of this procedure to your touch pad and cursor features. Insert the Dell Inspiron 7000 System Software CD into the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. 3. Installing System Software 1-3
Dell Inspiron 7000 Series Windows NT 4.0 Workstation Installing Drivers and Utilities
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Installing Drivers and Utilities 1-2 Installing the Video Driver 1-2 Changing Video Resolution 1-5 Installing the Audio Driver 1-6 Installing the Touchpad Driver 1-7 Power Management Configuration Utility . . .1-10 PC Card Configuration Utility 1-11 Installing the Internal Modem Driver (Optional 1-14 Installing Softex BayManager Software 1-15 Installing the System Help 1-16 Installing Help From the CD 1-17 Downloading Help From the Support Web Site 1-18 Contacting Dell 1-19 iii
Installing Drivers and Utilities 1-2 Installing the Video Driver 1-2 Changing Video Resolution 1-5 Installing the Audio Driver 1-6 Installing the Touchpad Driver 1-7 Power Management Configuration Utility . . .1-10 PC Card Configuration Utility 1-11 Installing the Internal Modem Driver (Optional 1-14 Installing Softex BayManager Software 1-15 Installing the System Help 1-16 Installing Help From the CD 1-17 Downloading Help From the Support Web Site 1-18 Contacting Dell 1-19 iii
Dell Inspiron 7000 Series Windows NT 4.0 Workstation Installing Drivers and Utilities
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Insert the Dell Inspiron 7000 Windows NT 4.0 Workstation System Software CD into the CD-ROM drive. 3. Double-click the Touchpad folder. 5. Ensure that you create or update an emergency repair diskette before installing check box is selected, and then click Next>. 8 Installing Drivers and Utilities To install the touchpad driver, perform the following steps: 1. In the Welcome window, click Next>. 7. In the Important Information window, click Next>. Double-click the My...
Insert the Dell Inspiron 7000 Windows NT 4.0 Workstation System Software CD into the CD-ROM drive. 3. Double-click the Touchpad folder. 5. Ensure that you create or update an emergency repair diskette before installing check box is selected, and then click Next>. 8 Installing Drivers and Utilities To install the touchpad driver, perform the following steps: 1. In the Welcome window, click Next>. 7. In the Important Information window, click Next>. Double-click the My...
Dell Inspiron 7000 Port Replicator User's Guide
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... YOU. 1-12 Dell Inspiron 7000 Port Replicator User's Guide Batteries for some systems, the section titled "Contacting Dell" in the product(s). If warranty service is shipped from repaired products. You must call Dell's Customer Technical Support within the warranty period. NOTE: Before you ship the product(s) to Dell, back up the data on Dell's standard price list are not installed in the continental U.S. external devices (except as diskettes...
... YOU. 1-12 Dell Inspiron 7000 Port Replicator User's Guide Batteries for some systems, the section titled "Contacting Dell" in the product(s). If warranty service is shipped from repaired products. You must call Dell's Customer Technical Support within the warranty period. NOTE: Before you ship the product(s) to Dell, back up the data on Dell's standard price list are not installed in the continental U.S. external devices (except as diskettes...
Dell Inspiron 7000 Service Manual
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.... 14. The monitor's power cable is attached to ensure a firm connection. The monitor, its keys operate freely. 11. For any obvious physical damage. 10. Initial Procedures 2-3 b. If an external mouse is properly connected to the instructions in the memory module sockets are free of any obvious physical damage. Raise the LCD display and verify that the computer is a memory area problem and the computer has memory modules, remove the memory modules from the...
.... 14. The monitor's power cable is attached to ensure a firm connection. The monitor, its keys operate freely. 11. For any obvious physical damage. 10. Initial Procedures 2-3 b. If an external mouse is properly connected to the instructions in the memory module sockets are free of any obvious physical damage. Raise the LCD display and verify that the computer is a memory area problem and the computer has memory modules, remove the memory modules from the...