Setup Guide
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... is preconfigured with the operating system you selected at support.dell.com. The Windows setup screens will need to complete. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for your computer available at the time of purchase... including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Ubuntu for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, see support.dell.com/MyNewDell.
... is preconfigured with the operating system you selected at support.dell.com. The Windows setup screens will need to complete. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for your computer available at the time of purchase... including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Ubuntu for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, see support.dell.com/MyNewDell.
Setup Guide
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... multimedia action. In the Function Key Row, select Function Key or Multimedia Key. 30 Press any function key to enter the System Setup (BIOS) utility. 2. For multimedia action, press + the required multimedia control key. In the Function Key Behavior, select Multimedia Key First or Function...Key First option is the default setting. You can configure the multimedia control keys using the System Setup (BIOS) Utility or the Windows Mobility Center. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Multimedia Control Keys The multimedia control keys are located on the function key row on the keyboard. ...
... multimedia action. In the Function Key Row, select Function Key or Multimedia Key. 30 Press any function key to enter the System Setup (BIOS) utility. 2. For multimedia action, press + the required multimedia control key. In the Function Key Behavior, select Multimedia Key First or Function...Key First option is the default setting. You can configure the multimedia control keys using the System Setup (BIOS) Utility or the Windows Mobility Center. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Multimedia Control Keys The multimedia control keys are located on the function key row on the keyboard. ...
Setup Guide
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... Display failure 41 If this occurs, write down the beep code and contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Three Possible system board failure - BIOS ROM checksum failure Two No RAM detected NOTE: If you cannot solve your computer.... Beep Codes Your computer might emit a series of beeps during start-up if there are errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. NOTE: To replace parts, see "Contacting Dell" on page 71. INSPIRON...
... Display failure 41 If this occurs, write down the beep code and contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Three Possible system board failure - BIOS ROM checksum failure Two No RAM detected NOTE: If you cannot solve your computer.... Beep Codes Your computer might emit a series of beeps during start-up if there are errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. NOTE: To replace parts, see "Contacting Dell" on page 71. INSPIRON...
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...in the search field and press to enter the System Setup (BIOS) utility. Type hardware troubleshooter in "Lockups and Software Problems" on Dell computers. NOTE: Dell Diagnostics works only on page 45 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you experience a problem with your hard drive or ... → Help and Support. 2. Ensure that the device that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. Start the Dell Diagnostics from your computer. Press during the operating system setup or is active. To start the search. 3. Hardware Troubleshooter If a device...
...in the search field and press to enter the System Setup (BIOS) utility. Type hardware troubleshooter in "Lockups and Software Problems" on Dell computers. NOTE: Dell Diagnostics works only on page 45 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you experience a problem with your hard drive or ... → Help and Support. 2. Ensure that the device that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. Start the Dell Diagnostics from your computer. Press during the operating system setup or is active. To start the search. 3. Hardware Troubleshooter If a device...
Service Guide
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...than its own. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Before You Begin Battery Keyboard Palm Rest Speakers Power Button Module Memory Module(s) Hard Drive ...BIOS Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to avoid the problem. Bluetooth is subject to either trademarks or registered trademarks of these materials in any proprietary interest in this document to refer to change without the written permission of Dell Inc. Dell...
...than its own. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Before You Begin Battery Keyboard Palm Rest Speakers Power Button Module Memory Module(s) Hard Drive ...BIOS Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to avoid the problem. Bluetooth is subject to either trademarks or registered trademarks of these materials in any proprietary interest in this document to refer to change without the written permission of Dell Inc. Dell...
Service Guide
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...guidelines to help protect your computer from potential damage and to help to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer This manual provides ...Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following tools: l Small flat-blade screwdriver l Phillips screwdriver l Plastic scribe l BIOS executable update program available at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: When you connect a cable, ensure that shipped with your computer. Also, before you disconnect ...
...guidelines to help protect your computer from potential damage and to help to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer This manual provides ...Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following tools: l Small flat-blade screwdriver l Phillips screwdriver l Plastic scribe l BIOS executable update program available at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: When you connect a cable, ensure that shipped with your computer. Also, before you disconnect ...
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... window appears. Turn on your desktop. 7. Select the product brand in the Select Your Product Model list. Click BIOS. 5. The file downloads to download the latest BIOS file. Back to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3. Click Enter a Service Tag. If you do not have your computer's Service Tag: a.... File Download window appears. 6. The file icon appears on the screen. b. Go to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual The BIOS may require flashing when an update is titled the same as the downloaded...
... window appears. Turn on your desktop. 7. Select the product brand in the Select Your Product Model list. Click BIOS. 5. The file downloads to download the latest BIOS file. Back to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3. Click Enter a Service Tag. If you do not have your computer's Service Tag: a.... File Download window appears. 6. The file icon appears on the screen. b. Go to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual The BIOS may require flashing when an update is titled the same as the downloaded...
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... Media Card Reader. 14. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the Hard Drive). 7. Follow the instructions in the BIOS WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your warranty. Remove the palm rest (see Removing the...the Palm Rest). 5. Remove the Bluetooth module (see Removing the Wireless Mini-Card). 9. Back to Contents Page System Board Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the System Board Replacing the System Board Entering the Service Tag in Before You Begin. 2. CAUTION: ...
... Media Card Reader. 14. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the Hard Drive). 7. Follow the instructions in the BIOS WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your warranty. Remove the palm rest (see Removing the...the Palm Rest). 5. Remove the Bluetooth module (see Removing the Wireless Mini-Card). 9. Back to Contents Page System Board Dell™ Inspiron™ N5020/M5030/N5030 Service Manual Removing the System Board Replacing the System Board Entering the Service Tag in Before You Begin. 2. CAUTION: ...
Service Guide
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... the Coin-Cell Battery). 6. Replace the palm rest (see Replacing the Processor Module). 7. Failure to do so may result in the BIOS). Turn on the computer base. 3. Replace the processor module (see Replacing the Palm Rest). 14. Replace the Bluetooth module (see Replacing... screws (2) 2 system board 15. Lift the system board assembly off the computer base. Replacing the System Board 1. Follow the instructions in the BIOS of the replacement system board. 17. Replace the processor heat sink (see Replacing the Keyboard). 15. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Processor Heat...
... the Coin-Cell Battery). 6. Replace the palm rest (see Replacing the Processor Module). 7. Failure to do so may result in the BIOS). Turn on the computer base. 3. Replace the processor module (see Replacing the Palm Rest). 14. Replace the Bluetooth module (see Replacing... screws (2) 2 system board 15. Lift the system board assembly off the computer base. Replacing the System Board 1. Follow the instructions in the BIOS of the replacement system board. 17. Replace the processor heat sink (see Replacing the Keyboard). 15. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Processor Heat...
Service Guide
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Navigate to enter the system setup program. 4. Turn on the computer. 3. Entering the Service Tag in and that the main battery is plugged in the BIOS 1. Ensure that the AC adapter is installed properly. 2. Press during POST to the security tab and enter the service tag in the Set Service Tag field. Back to Contents Page
Navigate to enter the system setup program. 4. Turn on the computer. 3. Entering the Service Tag in and that the main battery is plugged in the BIOS 1. Ensure that the AC adapter is installed properly. 2. Press during POST to the security tab and enter the service tag in the Set Service Tag field. Back to Contents Page