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... accessible SODIMM connector Memory capacities 1 GB and 2 GB Memory type 800 MHz DDR2 (operates at 667 MHz) Memory configurations 1 GB and 2 GB NOTE: For instructions on upgrading memory, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Connectors Audio Mini-Card Network adapter USB VGA Antenna in (optional) one microphone-in -1 • Secure...
... accessible SODIMM connector Memory capacities 1 GB and 2 GB Memory type 800 MHz DDR2 (operates at 667 MHz) Memory configurations 1 GB and 2 GB NOTE: For instructions on upgrading memory, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Connectors Audio Mini-Card Network adapter USB VGA Antenna in (optional) one microphone-in -1 • Secure...
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Camera Camera resolution Video resolution Diagonal viewing angle Display Type (WLED) Height Width Diagonal Luminance WSVGA HD Maximum resolution WSVGA HD Refresh rate Operating angle Horizontal viewing angle Vertical viewing angle Pixel pitch WSVGA HD Controls 1.3 megapixel 640 x 480 at 30 fps 66° 10.1 inch WSVGA TrueLife™ ...; ±40° (LED) minimum +10°/-30° (LED) minimum 0.2175 x 0.2088 mm 0.16305 x 0.16305mm brightness can be controlled through keyboard shortcuts (see the Dell Technology Guide for more information)
Camera Camera resolution Video resolution Diagonal viewing angle Display Type (WLED) Height Width Diagonal Luminance WSVGA HD Maximum resolution WSVGA HD Refresh rate Operating angle Horizontal viewing angle Vertical viewing angle Pixel pitch WSVGA HD Controls 1.3 megapixel 640 x 480 at 30 fps 66° 10.1 inch WSVGA TrueLife™ ...; ±40° (LED) minimum +10°/-30° (LED) minimum 0.2175 x 0.2088 mm 0.16305 x 0.16305mm brightness can be controlled through keyboard shortcuts (see the Dell Technology Guide for more information)
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... ion 6-cell "smart" lithium ion Dimensions Depth Height Width Weight Voltage Charge time when the computer is turned off (approximate) Life span (approximate) Temperature range Operating Storage Coin-cell battery 2.6Ahr, 28Whr 2.6Ahr, 56Whr or 2.8Ahr, 60Whr 60.62 mm (2.39 inches) 22.56 mm (0.89 inches) 206 mm (8.11 inches...
... ion 6-cell "smart" lithium ion Dimensions Depth Height Width Weight Voltage Charge time when the computer is turned off (approximate) Life span (approximate) Temperature range Operating Storage Coin-cell battery 2.6Ahr, 28Whr 2.6Ahr, 56Whr or 2.8Ahr, 60Whr 60.62 mm (2.39 inches) 22.56 mm (0.89 inches) 206 mm (8.11 inches...
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AC Adapter Input voltage Input current Input frequency Output power Output current Rated output voltage Temperature range Operating Storage 100-240 VAC 0.8 A or 1.0 A 50-60 Hz 30 W 1.58 A 19.0 VDC 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F) -20° to 70...(0.98 inches to 1.29 inches) 268 mm (10.6 inches) 196.6 mm (7.74 inches) configurable to less than 1.25 kg (2.75 lb) Computer Environment Temperature range Operating 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) Storage -40° to 65°C (-40° to 149°F) Relative humidity (maximum...
AC Adapter Input voltage Input current Input frequency Output power Output current Rated output voltage Temperature range Operating Storage 100-240 VAC 0.8 A or 1.0 A 50-60 Hz 30 W 1.58 A 19.0 VDC 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F) -20° to 70...(0.98 inches to 1.29 inches) 268 mm (10.6 inches) 196.6 mm (7.74 inches) configurable to less than 1.25 kg (2.75 lb) Computer Environment Temperature range Operating 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) Storage -40° to 65°C (-40° to 149°F) Relative humidity (maximum...
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... Intel Corporation in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, TrueLife, and Inspiron are either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. is a trademark of Dell Inc.; measured with hard drive in head-parked position and a 2-ms half-sine pulse) Operating 110 GRMS Non-Operating 160 GRMS Altitude (maximum) Operating -15.2 to 3048 m (-50 to...
... Intel Corporation in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, TrueLife, and Inspiron are either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. is a trademark of Dell Inc.; measured with hard drive in head-parked position and a 2-ms half-sine pulse) Operating 110 GRMS Non-Operating 160 GRMS Altitude (maximum) Operating -15.2 to 3048 m (-50 to...
Service Manual
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... Down. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off after the operating system shutdown process finishes. 3. if you are correctly oriented and aligned. If your computer). As you pull connectors apart, keep them ...your computer from potential damage and to help to ensure your computer. Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Inspiron™ 1012 Service Manual Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer This manual provides procedures for at support...
... Down. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off after the operating system shutdown process finishes. 3. if you are correctly oriented and aligned. If your computer). As you pull connectors apart, keep them ...your computer from potential damage and to help to ensure your computer. Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Inspiron™ 1012 Service Manual Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer This manual provides procedures for at support...
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WARNING: If you remove the hard drive from a source other than Dell, you need to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on your computer. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is hot, do not touch the metal ... drive is On or in Before You Begin. 2. Remove the battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Back to Contents Page Hard-Drive Assembly Dell™ Inspiron™ 1012 Service Manual Removing the Hard-Drive Assembly Replacing the Hard-Drive Assembly WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read ...
WARNING: If you remove the hard drive from a source other than Dell, you need to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on your computer. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is hot, do not touch the metal ... drive is On or in Before You Begin. 2. Remove the battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Back to Contents Page Hard-Drive Assembly Dell™ Inspiron™ 1012 Service Manual Removing the Hard-Drive Assembly Replacing the Hard-Drive Assembly WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read ...
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...drive to the hard-drive bracket. 8. Place the hard-drive assembly in the Setup Guide). 11. Install the operating system for your computer, as needed (see "Restoring Your Operating System" in the computer base. 6. Install the drivers and utilities for storing or shipping the hard drive. ...your computer, as needed . Replace the four screws that secure the hard drive to the hard-drive bracket. 5. Replace the battery (see the Dell Technology Guide. For more information, see Replacing the Battery). Remove the new drive from the hard drive. 1 screws (4) 3 hard-drive bracket ...
...drive to the hard-drive bracket. 8. Place the hard-drive assembly in the Setup Guide). 11. Install the operating system for your computer, as needed (see "Restoring Your Operating System" in the computer base. 6. Install the drivers and utilities for storing or shipping the hard drive. ...your computer, as needed . Replace the four screws that secure the hard drive to the hard-drive bracket. 5. Replace the battery (see the Dell Technology Guide. For more information, see Replacing the Battery). Remove the new drive from the hard drive. 1 screws (4) 3 hard-drive bracket ...
Setup Guide
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... of Canonical Ltd. is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation in the U.S. Dell Inc. Information in this document to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are not applicable. All rights reserved. Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, YOURS IS HERE, Dell On Call, and DellConnect are either potential damage to hardware or loss...
... of Canonical Ltd. is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation in the U.S. Dell Inc. Information in this document to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are not applicable. All rights reserved. Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, YOURS IS HERE, Dell On Call, and DellConnect are either potential damage to hardware or loss...
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...Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up the Operating System 9 Install the SIM Card (Optional 10 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14 Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional 17 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right Side Features 18 Left Side Features 20... Back Side Features 22 Computer Base Features 24 Touch Pad Gestures 27 Display Features 28 Removing and Replacing the Battery 30 Software Features 32 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 35 Dell Dock 36 Solving Problems...
...Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up the Operating System 9 Install the SIM Card (Optional 10 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14 Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional 17 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right Side Features 18 Left Side Features 20... Back Side Features 22 Computer Base Features 24 Touch Pad Gestures 27 Display Features 28 Removing and Replacing the Battery 30 Software Features 32 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 35 Dell Dock 36 Solving Problems...
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... Center 43 System Messages 44 Hardware Troubleshooter 45 Dell Diagnostics 46 Restoring Your Operating System 50 System Restore 50 Dell Factory Image Restore 52 Operating System Reinstallation 53 Getting Help 56 Technical Support and Customer Service 57 DellConnect 57 Online Services 58 Automated Order-Status Service 59 Product Information 59 ...
... Center 43 System Messages 44 Hardware Troubleshooter 45 Dell Diagnostics 46 Restoring Your Operating System 50 System Restore 50 Dell Factory Image Restore 52 Operating System Reinstallation 53 Getting Help 56 Technical Support and Customer Service 57 DellConnect 57 Online Services 58 Automated Order-Status Service 59 Product Information 59 ...
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The Windows setup screens will need to complete. NOTE: For optimal performance of purchase. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Doing so may take you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and ...computer unusable and you will take some time to reinstall the operating system. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is recommended that shipped with the operating system you selected at support.dell.com. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer...
The Windows setup screens will need to complete. NOTE: For optimal performance of purchase. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Doing so may take you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and ...computer unusable and you will take some time to reinstall the operating system. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is recommended that shipped with the operating system you selected at support.dell.com. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer...
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.... 2. Saves energy by maximizing system performance. 33 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Customizing the Desktop You can use the power options in your operating system to configure the power settings on your computer. The Windows operating system installed on your Dell computer provides the following options: • Dell - Windows 7 1. Click Personalize, to your activity and by...
.... 2. Saves energy by maximizing system performance. 33 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Customizing the Desktop You can use the power options in your operating system to configure the power settings on your computer. The Windows operating system installed on your Dell computer provides the following options: • Dell - Windows 7 1. Click Personalize, to your activity and by...
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...and that the power strip is turned on. • Temporarily bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to resume normal operation. • If the display is not responding, press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. ...another device, such as a lamp. • Check the AC adapter cable connections. The computer resumes normal operation if it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on . The display may not be responding. • Press the power button until the computer turns off...
...and that the power strip is turned on. • Temporarily bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to resume normal operation. • If the display is not responding, press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. ...another device, such as a lamp. • Check the AC adapter cable connections. The computer resumes normal operation if it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on . The display may not be responding. • Press the power button until the computer turns off...
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...procedures that the power cable is no longer responding 4. Press simultaneously. 2. If you are unable to an earlier version of Microsoft Windows operating system environments. 41 If the computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears - The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so ...that is firmly connected to the computer and to perform an operating system shutdown. Click End Task. NOTE: Your computer does not have an internal optical drive. Use an external optical drive or ...
...procedures that the power cable is no longer responding 4. Press simultaneously. 2. If you are unable to an earlier version of Microsoft Windows operating system environments. 41 If the computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears - The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so ...that is firmly connected to the computer and to perform an operating system shutdown. Click End Task. NOTE: Your computer does not have an internal optical drive. Use an external optical drive or ...
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...Windows XP. 3. If you have other software problems - • Back up your files immediately. • Use a virus-scanning program to help in troubleshooting when Contacting Dell. Click Start . 2. Solving Problems Windows® XP 1. In the search box, type Use an older program with the program. --If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall... through the Start menu. • Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for information. --Ensure that the program is compatible with the operating system installed on the Program Compatibility wizard.
...Windows XP. 3. If you have other software problems - • Back up your files immediately. • Use a virus-scanning program to help in troubleshooting when Contacting Dell. Click Start . 2. Solving Problems Windows® XP 1. In the search box, type Use an older program with the program. --If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall... through the Start menu. • Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for information. --Ensure that the program is compatible with the operating system installed on the Program Compatibility wizard.
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...INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center is an easy-to your computer, personalized service and support resources. To launch the application, click the taskbar. The home page also provides links to access: Self Help (Troubleshooting, Security, System Performance, Network/Internet, Backup/ Recovery, and Windows operating... system) Alerts (technical support alerts relevant to -use application that provides information about your computer) Assistance from Dell (Technical Support with DellConnect™, Customer...
...INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center is an easy-to your computer, personalized service and support resources. To launch the application, click the taskbar. The home page also provides links to access: Self Help (Troubleshooting, Security, System Performance, Network/Internet, Backup/ Recovery, and Windows operating... system) Alerts (technical support alerts relevant to -use application that provides information about your computer) Assistance from Dell (Technical Support with DellConnect™, Customer...
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...: If the message you received is not listed in resolving this problem, please note this system have failed at support.dell.com/manuals) or contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 64). Possible motherboard failure or RTC battery low. Replace the battery (see the Service Manual at checkpoint ... drive failure - Alternatively you identify the cause and action needed to complete the boot routine three consecutive times for either the operating system or the program that was running when the message appeared. The computer failed to resolve the issue. Possible hard disk drive...
...: If the message you received is not listed in resolving this problem, please note this system have failed at support.dell.com/manuals) or contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 64). Possible motherboard failure or RTC battery low. Replace the battery (see the Service Manual at checkpoint ... drive failure - Alternatively you identify the cause and action needed to complete the boot routine three consecutive times for either the operating system or the program that was running when the message appeared. The computer failed to resolve the issue. Possible hard disk drive...
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... Guide available on your hard drive or at support.dell.com/manuals). Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly configured, you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to start the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1. Type hardware troubleshooter in the search ... device exists. • If the hard drive is your boot device, ensure that the cables are connected and that the drive is correct (see "Contacting Dell" on the system board might be malfunctioning or motherboard failure.
... Guide available on your hard drive or at support.dell.com/manuals). Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly configured, you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to start the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1. Type hardware troubleshooter in the search ... device exists. • If the hard drive is your boot device, ensure that the cables are connected and that the drive is correct (see "Contacting Dell" on the system board might be malfunctioning or motherboard failure.
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... Utility Partition. Select the test you see "Contacting Dell" on your hard drive and to go to the Choose An Option window. 4. Using Support Tools NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you want to run. 5. then, shut down the ...error code and problem description and contact Dell (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; b. If the PSA completes successfully, ...
... Utility Partition. Select the test you see "Contacting Dell" on your hard drive and to go to the Choose An Option window. 4. Using Support Tools NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you want to run. 5. then, shut down the ...error code and problem description and contact Dell (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; b. If the PSA completes successfully, ...