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... in any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2010 Dell Inc. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, YOURS IS HERE, Solution Station, and DellConnect are not applicable. Dell Inc. November 2010 P/N 7RR4T Rev. is subject to...; Ubuntu is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in this document is strictly forbidden. Information in this document to avoid the problem. If you how to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.; and other than...
... in any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2010 Dell Inc. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, YOURS IS HERE, Solution Station, and DellConnect are not applicable. Dell Inc. November 2010 P/N 7RR4T Rev. is subject to...; Ubuntu is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in this document is strictly forbidden. Information in this document to avoid the problem. If you how to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.; and other than...
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... System 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right View Features 18 Left View Features 20 Front View Features 22 Status Lights and Indicators 24 Computer Base Features 26 Touch...Control Keys 30 Using the Optical Drive 32 Display Features 34 Removing and Replacing the Battery 36 Software Features 38 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 39 Dell Dock 40 Solving Problems 41 Beep Codes 41 Network Problems 42 Power Problems 43 Memory Problems 44 Lockups and Software...
... System 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right View Features 18 Left View Features 20 Front View Features 22 Status Lights and Indicators 24 Computer Base Features 26 Touch...Control Keys 30 Using the Optical Drive 32 Display Features 34 Removing and Replacing the Battery 36 Software Features 38 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 39 Dell Dock 40 Solving Problems 41 Beep Codes 41 Network Problems 42 Power Problems 43 Memory Problems 44 Lockups and Software...
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...overheat. Fan noise is powered on the computer may cause it is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your Dell™ computer in an enclosed space, such as carpets or rugs, while it is powered on ... in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, or on fabric surfaces, such as a cabinet or drawer when it to place your Inspiron™ laptop. The computer turns on the fan when the computer gets hot. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer, deteriorate the computer performance, ...
...overheat. Fan noise is powered on the computer may cause it is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your Dell™ computer in an enclosed space, such as carpets or rugs, while it is powered on ... in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, or on fabric surfaces, such as a cabinet or drawer when it to place your Inspiron™ laptop. The computer turns on the fan when the computer gets hot. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer, deteriorate the computer performance, ...
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop Power Button Light/Power Indicator Light Power status light Indicator light status solid white off breathing white Computer state(s) on off/hibernate standby NOTE: For information on power problems, see "Power Problems" on page 43. 25
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Power Button Light/Power Indicator Light Power status light Indicator light status solid white off breathing white Computer state(s) on off/hibernate standby NOTE: For information on power problems, see "Power Problems" on page 43. 25
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INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 47 or "Contacting Dell" on page 71). NOTE: To replace parts, see "Contacting Dell" on page 71. BIOS ROM checksum failure Two No RAM detected ... Eight Display failure 41 Beep Code Possible Problem One Possible system board failure - Three Possible system board failure - If this occurs, write down the beep code and contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. If you installed or replaced...
INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 47 or "Contacting Dell" on page 71). NOTE: To replace parts, see "Contacting Dell" on page 71. BIOS ROM checksum failure Two No RAM detected ... Eight Display failure 41 Beep Code Possible Problem One Possible system board failure - Three Possible system board failure - If this occurs, write down the beep code and contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. If you installed or replaced...
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... The cable is loose or damaged. The wireless router is offline or wireless has been disabled on the computer. • Check your wireless router. Solving Problems Network Problems Wireless Connections If the wireless network connection is lost -
... The cable is loose or damaged. The wireless router is offline or wireless has been disabled on the computer. • Check your wireless router. Solving Problems Network Problems Wireless Connections If the wireless network connection is lost -
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...be responding. • Press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on properly. • Ensure that the electrical outlet is off or in standby state or the display may not be responding.... devices, power strips, and power extension cables to resume normal operation. 43 The computer resumes normal operation if it is off - Solving Problems Power Problems If the power light is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. • Check the AC adapter cable connections...
...be responding. • Press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on properly. • Ensure that the electrical outlet is off or in standby state or the display may not be responding.... devices, power strips, and power extension cables to resume normal operation. 43 The computer resumes normal operation if it is off - Solving Problems Power Problems If the power light is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. • Check the AC adapter cable connections...
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... unwanted signal is not responding, press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 71). Some possible causes of interference are not using to the same electrical outlet. If you encounter interference that resolves the...
... unwanted signal is not responding, press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 71). Some possible causes of interference are not using to the same electrical outlet. If you encounter interference that resolves the...
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... to an earlier version of Windows. 2. Check the software documentation. In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. Solving Problems Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up - Run the Program Compatibility Wizard. Click the program that the AC adapter cable is no longer responding 4.
... to an earlier version of Windows. 2. Check the software documentation. In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. Solving Problems Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up - Run the Program Compatibility Wizard. Click the program that the AC adapter cable is no longer responding 4.
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If you have other software problems - • Back up your files immediately. • Use a virus-scanning program to check the hard drive or CDs. • Save and close any open files ... the program is installed and configured properly. --Verify that your computer. CAUTION: You might lose data if you are unable to run the software. Solving Problems If the computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears -
If you have other software problems - • Back up your files immediately. • Use a virus-scanning program to check the hard drive or CDs. • Save and close any open files ... the program is installed and configured properly. --Verify that your computer. CAUTION: You might lose data if you are unable to run the software. Solving Problems If the computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears -
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... complete the boot routine three consecutive times for either the operating system or the program that will help in resolving this problem, please note this system have failed at checkpoint [nnnn]. Keyboard failure or loose cable. Alternatively you received is not ... following examples, see the documentation for the same error. Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 71). Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 71). Keyboard failure - Previous attempts at booting this checkpoint and contact Dell Technical Support - CMOS checksum error - Possible harddisk drive failure ...
... complete the boot routine three consecutive times for either the operating system or the program that will help in resolving this problem, please note this system have failed at checkpoint [nnnn]. Keyboard failure or loose cable. Alternatively you received is not ... following examples, see the documentation for the same error. Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 71). Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 71). Keyboard failure - Previous attempts at booting this checkpoint and contact Dell Technical Support - CMOS checksum error - Possible harddisk drive failure ...
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... SELF MONITORING SYSTEM has reported that the boot sequence information is correct (see the Dell Technology Guide available on your device has two USB cables, connect both of range may or may not indicate a potential hard drive problem - A parameter out of them. Disconnect the USB device. Use an external power source to...
... SELF MONITORING SYSTEM has reported that the boot sequence information is correct (see the Dell Technology Guide available on your device has two USB cables, connect both of range may or may not indicate a potential hard drive problem - A parameter out of them. Disconnect the USB device. Use an external power source to...
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...) to enter the System Setup (BIOS) utility. Ensure that the device that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. Click Start → Help and Support. 2. Type hardware troubleshooter in "Lockups and Software Problems" on Dell computers. Press during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly configured, you experience...
...) to enter the System Setup (BIOS) utility. Ensure that the device that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. Click Start → Help and Support. 2. Type hardware troubleshooter in "Lockups and Software Problems" on Dell computers. Press during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly configured, you experience...
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... (or restart) your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see a message stating that is known to continue? (Recommended)." 52 b. If the PSA completes successfully, the following message is displayed: "No problems have been found , run the remaining memory tests? Using Support ...Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on page 71). 1. When...
... (or restart) your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see a message stating that is known to continue? (Recommended)." 52 b. If the PSA completes successfully, the following message is displayed: "No problems have been found , run the remaining memory tests? Using Support ...Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on page 71). 1. When...
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... to the Choose An Option window. Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on page 71). e. Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your hard drive and to go to the Choose An Option ...window. 4. If you contact Dell. 6. Using Support Tools NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer when...
... to the Choose An Option window. Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on page 71). e. Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your hard drive and to go to the Choose An Option ...window. 4. If you contact Dell. 6. Using Support Tools NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer when...
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...steps change the boot sequence for your computer. 1. On the next start the CD menu and press to run. 8. If a problem is displayed at the top of the problem. NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is encountered during a test, a message appears with your computer. 7. The Service Tag... boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW and press . 4. Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Type 1 to start -up, the computer boots according to wait until ...
...steps change the boot sequence for your computer. 1. On the next start the CD menu and press to run. 8. If a problem is displayed at the top of the problem. NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is encountered during a test, a message appears with your computer. 7. The Service Tag... boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW and press . 4. Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Type 1 to start -up, the computer boots according to wait until ...
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... files before using any of System Restore and DataSafe Local Backup when installing the factory image on a newly installed hard drive Dell Factory Image Restore to restore your computer to the operating state it was in when you received your computer Operating System disc ...System Restore does not resolve your problem System recovery media when operating system failure prevents the use of the following options: CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore or the Operating System disc permanently deletes all data files on your computer. INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You ...
... files before using any of System Restore and DataSafe Local Backup when installing the factory image on a newly installed hard drive Dell Factory Image Restore to restore your computer to the operating state it was in when you received your computer Operating System disc ...System Restore does not resolve your problem System recovery media when operating system failure prevents the use of the following options: CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore or the Operating System disc permanently deletes all data files on your computer. INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You ...
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... and close all regions. 58 Restoring Your Operating System Undoing the Last System Restore NOTE: Before you backup your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Click Undo my last restoration and click Next. Prepare backup media of applications you need to preserve the data ...: Dell DataSafe Local Backup may not be available in all open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any programs or drivers installed after you received your operating system problem. In the Search box, type System Restore and press . 3. CAUTION: Although Dell Datasafe...
... and close all regions. 58 Restoring Your Operating System Undoing the Last System Restore NOTE: Before you backup your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Click Undo my last restoration and click Next. Prepare backup media of applications you need to preserve the data ...: Dell DataSafe Local Backup may not be available in all open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any programs or drivers installed after you received your operating system problem. In the Search box, type System Restore and press . 3. CAUTION: Although Dell Datasafe...
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...data before using this option. then, restart your operating system problem. Restoring Your Operating System Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data before using Dell Factory Image Restore. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in when you ...removes any programs or drivers installed after you purchased the computer. NOTE: If Dell Factory Image Restore is not available on page 58) to restore your operating system Use Dell Factory Image Restore only as the last method to restore your computer-including ...
...data before using this option. then, restart your operating system problem. Restoring Your Operating System Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data before using Dell Factory Image Restore. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in when you ...removes any programs or drivers installed after you purchased the computer. NOTE: If Dell Factory Image Restore is not available on page 58) to restore your operating system Use Dell Factory Image Restore only as the last method to restore your computer-including ...
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... Guide available on page 41 for information and procedures that the support staff can assist you can complete the following steps to run Dell Diagnostics. 4. NOTE: Dell's Express Service Code system may not be available in all countries. 64 INSPIRON Getting Help If you experience a problem with your computer, you with any necessary procedures.
... Guide available on page 41 for information and procedures that the support staff can assist you can complete the following steps to run Dell Diagnostics. 4. NOTE: Dell's Express Service Code system may not be available in all countries. 64 INSPIRON Getting Help If you experience a problem with your computer, you with any necessary procedures.