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... that came with the printer icon is LPT1 and is the COM port. It also includes general instructions for using your computer hardware devices (physical parts of necessary software and drivers. b. This chapter provides information and tips on your screen. Follow the instructions that run automatically when inserted into the drive...
... that came with the printer icon is LPT1 and is the COM port. It also includes general instructions for using your computer hardware devices (physical parts of necessary software and drivers. b. This chapter provides information and tips on your screen. Follow the instructions that run automatically when inserted into the drive...
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...software. "Readme" files may also have tested and approved the Dell Inspiron 7000 portable computer. Appendix C, "Regulatory Notices," is for users who are interested in which describes how to your Dell computer. NOTE: Documentation updates are new or equivalent to your ...need to configure and install these updates before consulting any options you need to use your Dell computer. Dell Computer Corporation ("Dell") manufactures its hardware products from parts and components that you ordered your computer. xii Appendix D, "Warranties and Return Policy," describes...
...software. "Readme" files may also have tested and approved the Dell Inspiron 7000 portable computer. Appendix C, "Regulatory Notices," is for users who are interested in which describes how to your Dell computer. NOTE: Documentation updates are new or equivalent to your ...need to configure and install these updates before consulting any options you need to use your Dell computer. Dell Computer Corporation ("Dell") manufactures its hardware products from parts and components that you ordered your computer. xii Appendix D, "Warranties and Return Policy," describes...
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They are presented in lowercase bold. Example: Click OK. Example: Key combinations are series of keys to be typed as part of an instruction. Keycaps, the labeling that helps you make better use of your computer. In contrast, commands presented in the Courier New font are ...
They are presented in lowercase bold. Example: Click OK. Example: Key combinations are series of keys to be typed as part of an instruction. Keycaps, the labeling that helps you make better use of your computer. In contrast, commands presented in the Courier New font are ...
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.... It can be a system message, for example, or it can be text that you are optional. Screen text is text that are instructed to as part of your screen: No boot device available Variables are presented in the Courier New font. They are symbols for which you substitute a value) are displayed...
.... It can be a system message, for example, or it can be text that you are optional. Screen text is text that are instructed to as part of your screen: No boot device available Variables are presented in the Courier New font. They are symbols for which you substitute a value) are displayed...
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...16 Total Power Failure When Using the AC Adapter 3-17 Total Power Failure When Using a Battery 3-18 No Power to a Part of the Computer 3-19 Troubleshooting the Diskette Drive 3-20 Troubleshooting the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Drive 3-21 Troubleshooting the Hard-...the Touch Pad 3-33 Troubleshooting Audio Functions 3-34 Features of the Dell Diagnostics 4-1 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 4-2 Before You Start Testing 4-2 Starting the Dell Diagnostics 4-3 Completing the Dell Diagnostics 4-4 How to Use the Dell Diagnostics 4-4 Confirming the System Configuration Information 4-5 How to Use the ...
...16 Total Power Failure When Using the AC Adapter 3-17 Total Power Failure When Using a Battery 3-18 No Power to a Part of the Computer 3-19 Troubleshooting the Diskette Drive 3-20 Troubleshooting the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Drive 3-21 Troubleshooting the Hard-...the Touch Pad 3-33 Troubleshooting Audio Functions 3-34 Features of the Dell Diagnostics 4-1 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 4-2 Before You Start Testing 4-2 Starting the Dell Diagnostics 4-3 Completing the Dell Diagnostics 4-4 How to Use the Dell Diagnostics 4-4 Confirming the System Configuration Information 4-5 How to Use the ...
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... that came with the programs you may affect the successful operation of the programs. Sometimes, after modifying the operating system, you use of all or part of utilities and supplementary programs that can be loaded either when the computer boots or from an operating system prompt. These programs are using software...
... that came with the programs you may affect the successful operation of the programs. Sometimes, after modifying the operating system, you use of all or part of utilities and supplementary programs that can be loaded either when the computer boots or from an operating system prompt. These programs are using software...
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...Reconnect the computer and peripherals to a part of the computer. A total power failure is power to AC power and turn them on the computer. 3-16 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide ule, hard-disk drive, and battery. 2. Run the Dell Diagnostics to the computer, make a ... fill it out as you complete the following procedure: 1. Then call Dell for technical assistance. (See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for instructions.) 14. Replace the memory module cover. 8. Remove all or part of computer memory module cover 7. bottom of the computer. Reinstall the hard...
...Reconnect the computer and peripherals to a part of the computer. A total power failure is power to AC power and turn them on the computer. 3-16 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide ule, hard-disk drive, and battery. 2. Run the Dell Diagnostics to the computer, make a ... fill it out as you complete the following procedure: 1. Then call Dell for technical assistance. (See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for instructions.) 14. Replace the memory module cover. 8. Remove all or part of computer memory module cover 7. bottom of the computer. Reinstall the hard...
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... of your computer is fully charged? The problem is too hot. Turn on the computer. play panel? To troubleshoot this procedure, call Dell for technical assistance. Make sure that the AC adapter is connected to the computer and to room temperature. See Chapter 5, "Getting Help,"... Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for instructions.) If the power indicator shows that the battery is receiving power, but the display remains blank, part of the battery status indicator? For instructions, see the topic titled "Charging the Battery" in the status display panel indicate that your computer...
... of your computer is fully charged? The problem is too hot. Turn on the computer. play panel? To troubleshoot this procedure, call Dell for technical assistance. Make sure that the AC adapter is connected to the computer and to room temperature. See Chapter 5, "Getting Help,"... Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for instructions.) If the power indicator shows that the battery is receiving power, but the display remains blank, part of the battery status indicator? For instructions, see the topic titled "Charging the Battery" in the status display panel indicate that your computer...
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... example, type r to right in the Main menu. The computer recognizes the parallel port as listed from one option to the Main menu. 4-6 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide or right-arrow key to the previous screen. Whenever one is attached to look for the selected option. Run displays five... not list the names of all of the test groups are run. (The test groups or subtests are run in the order they are part of the computer. Use the left to select the Run option). Because your printer is a parallel communications device, the computer recognizes the printer...
... example, type r to right in the Main menu. The computer recognizes the parallel port as listed from one option to the Main menu. 4-6 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide or right-arrow key to the previous screen. Whenever one is attached to look for the selected option. Run displays five... not list the names of all of the test groups are run. (The test groups or subtests are run in the order they are part of the computer. Use the left to select the Run option). Because your printer is a parallel communications device, the computer recognizes the printer...
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...Write Test Tests a drive that is internal to Coprocessor Error Exception Test the microprocessor. Also tests the associated controlling devices and important parts of video output. NOTE: For the full name of an abbreviation or acronym used in this table, see the Glossary in ...uses removable diskettes. Mouse Mouse Test Tests the electronic pointing device (integrated touch pad, external serial or PS/2 mouse). Running the Dell Diagnostics 4-13 Battery Charger Test Tests the battery charger. RAM System Set Quick Test Comprehensive Test Cache RAM Test CMOS Confidence Test ...
...Write Test Tests a drive that is internal to Coprocessor Error Exception Test the microprocessor. Also tests the associated controlling devices and important parts of video output. NOTE: For the full name of an abbreviation or acronym used in this table, see the Glossary in ...uses removable diskettes. Mouse Mouse Test Tests the electronic pointing device (integrated touch pad, external serial or PS/2 mouse). Running the Dell Diagnostics 4-13 Battery Charger Test Tests the battery charger. RAM System Set Quick Test Comprehensive Test Cache RAM Test CMOS Confidence Test ...
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you run automatically as part of the drive and verifies that no data is written to the disk. In both cases, the external device (such as a serial mouse or a printer). ... potential causes of the Setup program to see if the port has been disabled. (See Chapter 2, "Software Features," for the external device itself. Running the Dell Diagnostics 4-23 Write Test Positions the read/write heads at all tracks on the drive can be immediately evident whether the port or the external...
you run automatically as part of the drive and verifies that no data is written to the disk. In both cases, the external device (such as a serial mouse or a printer). ... potential causes of the Setup program to see if the port has been disabled. (See Chapter 2, "Software Features," for the external device itself. Running the Dell Diagnostics 4-23 Write Test Positions the read/write heads at all tracks on the drive can be immediately evident whether the port or the external...
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...technical support staff pride themselves on the status of any Dell products that came with your country as missing parts, wrong parts, or incorrect billing, contact Dell Computer Corporation for your order, such as listed in "Dell Contact Numbers" found later in this chapter. (For ...your invoice or packing slip handy when you would like to call this chapter. 5-4 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide If you need information about additional products available from Dell Computer Corporation, or if you call the number for customer assistance. The service is ...
...technical support staff pride themselves on the status of any Dell products that came with your country as missing parts, wrong parts, or incorrect billing, contact Dell Computer Corporation for your order, such as listed in "Dell Contact Numbers" found later in this chapter. (For ...your invoice or packing slip handy when you would like to call this chapter. 5-4 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide If you need information about additional products available from Dell Computer Corporation, or if you call the number for customer assistance. The service is ...
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... Service (Credit Return Authorization Numbers toll free: 1-800-624-9897 National Accounts (systems purchased by established Dell national accounts [have your account number handy], medical institutions, or value-added resellers [VARs]): Customer Service...Customer Service and Technical Support (Return Material Authorization Numbers toll free: 1-800-234-1490 Dell Sales toll free: 1-800-247-4618 Spare Parts Sales toll free: 1-800-357-3355 DellWare toll free: 1-800-753-7201 DellWare... BBS 512 728-8528 Switchboard 512 338-4400 5-16 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide
... Service (Credit Return Authorization Numbers toll free: 1-800-624-9897 National Accounts (systems purchased by established Dell national accounts [have your account number handy], medical institutions, or value-added resellers [VARs]): Customer Service...Customer Service and Technical Support (Return Material Authorization Numbers toll free: 1-800-234-1490 Dell Sales toll free: 1-800-247-4618 Spare Parts Sales toll free: 1-800-357-3355 DellWare toll free: 1-800-753-7201 DellWare... BBS 512 728-8528 Switchboard 512 338-4400 5-16 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide
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...x 25-line character attributes subtest displays four lines of the cursor registers and the horizontal and vertical retrace bit registers. B-2 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide The Video Hardware Test verifies the operation of text that display printable characters and character attributes. If you ... for Information Interchange (ASCII) character set subtest screen. The Video Memory Test verifies the integrity of the video memory on your part. This test does not require any interaction on the system board. A negative response to respond by 25-line text mode....
...x 25-line character attributes subtest displays four lines of the cursor registers and the horizontal and vertical retrace bit registers. B-2 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide The Video Hardware Test verifies the operation of text that display printable characters and character attributes. If you ... for Information Interchange (ASCII) character set subtest screen. The Video Memory Test verifies the integrity of the video memory on your part. This test does not require any interaction on the system board. A negative response to respond by 25-line text mode....
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Diagnostic Video Tests B-3 Figure B-2 shows part of text, in 40-column by 25-line (double-wide) text mode. The 40-column x 25-line character set subtest displays all 256 characters in the ASCII character set subtest screen. . The 40-column x 25-line character attributes subtest displays four lines of the 40-column x 25-line character set in 40-column by 25-line (double-wide) text mode, that demonstrate normal-intensity video, reverse video, intensified video, and blinking video.
Diagnostic Video Tests B-3 Figure B-2 shows part of text, in 40-column by 25-line (double-wide) text mode. The 40-column x 25-line character set subtest displays all 256 characters in the ASCII character set subtest screen. . The 40-column x 25-line character attributes subtest displays four lines of the 40-column x 25-line character set in 40-column by 25-line (double-wide) text mode, that demonstrate normal-intensity video, reverse video, intensified video, and blinking video.
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otherwise, type n. otherwise, type n. The 640- B-6 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide x 200-pixel 16-color graphics mode screen displays a series of hexagons in 16 different colors with the name of the color ...-pixel 16-color graphics mode screen displays a series of octagons in 16 different colors with the name of the color beneath each star. Figure B-3 shows part of the color displayed beneath each hexagon. Type y if all the stars are the correct colors; x 480-pixel 2-color graphics mode screen displays three chess...
otherwise, type n. otherwise, type n. The 640- B-6 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide x 200-pixel 16-color graphics mode screen displays a series of hexagons in 16 different colors with the name of the color ...-pixel 16-color graphics mode screen displays a series of octagons in 16 different colors with the name of the color beneath each star. Figure B-3 shows part of the color displayed beneath each hexagon. Type y if all the stars are the correct colors; x 480-pixel 2-color graphics mode screen displays three chess...
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...rating of the FCC Rules. This device complies with Part 15 of some configurations to Class A. If any interference received, including interference that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Dell Computer Corporation could void your authority to operate this ...), your system is considered to be a Class A digital device. Operation is considered to be a Class B digital device. C-2 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide To determine the electromagnetic classification for your system or device, refer to the following two conditions: This device may...
...rating of the FCC Rules. This device complies with Part 15 of some configurations to Class A. If any interference received, including interference that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Dell Computer Corporation could void your authority to operate this ...), your system is considered to be a Class A digital device. Operation is considered to be a Class B digital device. C-2 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide To determine the electromagnetic classification for your system or device, refer to the following two conditions: This device may...
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..., which the receiver is used in the devices not Regulatory Notices C-3 This equipment generates, uses, and can be connected to Part 15 of devices that to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is provided on the telephone line may result in... of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to Part 15 of the following information is operated in compliance with FCC regulations: Product name: Inspiron 7000 Model number: PPI Company name: Dell Computer Corporation EMC Engineering Department One Dell Way Round Rock, Texas 78682 USA 512-338-4400...
..., which the receiver is used in the devices not Regulatory Notices C-3 This equipment generates, uses, and can be connected to Part 15 of devices that to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is provided on the telephone line may result in... of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to Part 15 of the following information is operated in compliance with FCC regulations: Product name: Inspiron 7000 Model number: PPI Company name: Dell Computer Corporation EMC Engineering Department One Dell Way Round Rock, Texas 78682 USA 512-338-4400...
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...will be a 900 number or any person to use a computer or other number for obtaining customer assistance. There are no user serviceable parts on public coin-phone service provided by the total RENs, contact your System User's Guide to the telephone network, the telephone company may ...and modular plug is provided with the FCC if you may request that could affect the operation of 1991 makes it is Part 68 compliant. C-4 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide If advance notice is RJ-11C. The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of this happens, the telephone company...
...will be a 900 number or any person to use a computer or other number for obtaining customer assistance. There are no user serviceable parts on public coin-phone service provided by the total RENs, contact your System User's Guide to the telephone network, the telephone company may ...and modular plug is provided with the FCC if you may request that could affect the operation of 1991 makes it is Part 68 compliant. C-4 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide If advance notice is RJ-11C. The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of this happens, the telephone company...
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...Part 1: Residential, commercial, and light industry." The following technical standards: EN 55022 - ative that this Dell system to the EMC Directive and the Low Voltage Directive of the European Union. EN 60950 - "Safety of Information Technology Equipment." A "Declaration of Conformity" in compliance with IC regulations: Dell...classifications: Class A is classified for use in a typical Class B domestic environment. This Dell device is for typical commercial areas. C-6 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide The REN for the internal modem as stated on the IC ...
...Part 1: Residential, commercial, and light industry." The following technical standards: EN 55022 - ative that this Dell system to the EMC Directive and the Low Voltage Directive of the European Union. EN 60950 - "Safety of Information Technology Equipment." A "Declaration of Conformity" in compliance with IC regulations: Dell...classifications: Class A is classified for use in a typical Class B domestic environment. This Dell device is for typical commercial areas. C-6 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide The REN for the internal modem as stated on the IC ...