Setup Guide
Page 11
Doing so may take you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for more information on the operating system and features, go to reinstall the operating system. NOTE: For more operating system specific information. ... time to complete. NOTE: For optimal performance of purchase. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is recommended that you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up an Internet connection.
Doing so may take you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for more information on the operating system and features, go to reinstall the operating system. NOTE: For more operating system specific information. ... time to complete. NOTE: For optimal performance of purchase. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is recommended that you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up an Internet connection.
Setup Guide
Page 35
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Power Button Light/Power Indicator Light Indicator light status solid white breathing white off Computer state(s) on standby off Battery Charging and then click OK. Under Power Options window, click Dell Battery Meter to disable the battery charging feature while on ...an airplane flight. Disabling Battery Charging You may be disabled in the System Setup (BIOS) utility. 33 Click Start . 3. NOTE: Battery charging can...
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Power Button Light/Power Indicator Light Indicator light status solid white breathing white off Computer state(s) on standby off Battery Charging and then click OK. Under Power Options window, click Dell Battery Meter to disable the battery charging feature while on ...an airplane flight. Disabling Battery Charging You may be disabled in the System Setup (BIOS) utility. 33 Click Start . 3. NOTE: Battery charging can...
Setup Guide
Page 42
...Windows Mobility Center 1. System Setup 1. Press any function key to enter the System Setup (BIOS) utility. 2. For multimedia action, press + the required multimedia key. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Multimedia Control Keys The multimedia control keys are located on the function key row on... the keyboard using the System Setup (BIOS) utility or the Windows Mobility Center. To use the multimedia controls...
...Windows Mobility Center 1. System Setup 1. Press any function key to enter the System Setup (BIOS) utility. 2. For multimedia action, press + the required multimedia key. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Multimedia Control Keys The multimedia control keys are located on the function key row on... the keyboard using the System Setup (BIOS) utility or the Windows Mobility Center. To use the multimedia controls...
Setup Guide
Page 58
... failure Display failure Beep Code One Two Three Four Five Six Seven Eight 56 Possible Problem Possible system board failure - INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for advanced service instructions. WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover... contact Dell (see "Using Support Tools" on page 62 or "Contacting Dell" on page 82) for assistance. NOTE: To replace parts, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Contacting Dell" on page 82. BIOS ROM ...
... failure Display failure Beep Code One Two Three Four Five Six Seven Eight 56 Possible Problem Possible system board failure - INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for advanced service instructions. WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover... contact Dell (see "Using Support Tools" on page 62 or "Contacting Dell" on page 82) for assistance. NOTE: To replace parts, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Contacting Dell" on page 82. BIOS ROM ...
Setup Guide
Page 66
...the search results, select the option that you want to test displays in the search field and press to resolve the incompatibility. Starting Dell Diagnostics When you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to start the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1. The ePSA includes a series of diagnostic tests for ... system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on page 59 and run Dell diagnostics, the computer invokes the Enhanced Pre-boot System Assessment (ePSA). To enter the system setup (BIOS) utility, turn on (or restart) your computer, perform the checks in "Lockups and Software...
...the search results, select the option that you want to test displays in the search field and press to resolve the incompatibility. Starting Dell Diagnostics When you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to start the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1. The ePSA includes a series of diagnostic tests for ... system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on page 59 and run Dell diagnostics, the computer invokes the Enhanced Pre-boot System Assessment (ePSA). To enter the system setup (BIOS) utility, turn on (or restart) your computer, perform the checks in "Lockups and Software...
Setup Guide
Page 11
...go to complete. Set Up Ubuntu To set up Ubuntu for your computer, it is preconfigured with the operating system you selected at support.dell.com. NOTE: For more operating system specific information. 9 CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. NOTE: For optimal ...performance of your computer available at the time of purchase. 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 the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. These steps...
...go to complete. Set Up Ubuntu To set up Ubuntu for your computer, it is preconfigured with the operating system you selected at support.dell.com. NOTE: For more operating system specific information. 9 CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. NOTE: For optimal ...performance of your computer available at the time of purchase. 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 the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. These steps...
Setup Guide
Page 35
Click Start . 3. Under Power Options window, click Dell Battery Meter to disable the battery charging feature while on an airplane flight. Click Turn off /hibernate ...page 57. To disable the battery charging feature: 1. In the search box, type Power Options and press . 4. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Power Button Light/Power Indicator Light Indicator light status solid white breathing white off Computer state(s) on standby off Battery Charging ...required to open Battery Settings window. 5. Disabling Battery Charging You may be disabled in the System Setup (BIOS) utility. 33
Click Start . 3. Under Power Options window, click Dell Battery Meter to disable the battery charging feature while on an airplane flight. Click Turn off /hibernate ...page 57. To disable the battery charging feature: 1. In the search box, type Power Options and press . 4. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Power Button Light/Power Indicator Light Indicator light status solid white breathing white off Computer state(s) on standby off Battery Charging ...required to open Battery Settings window. 5. Disabling Battery Charging You may be disabled in the System Setup (BIOS) utility. 33
Setup Guide
Page 42
... Key First or Function Key First. Press the < > keys or press the Windows Mobility Center control Windows Mobility Center. 2. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Multimedia Control Keys The multimedia control keys are located on the function key row on Self Test (POST) to enter the System Setup...Press during the Power on the keyboard. Multimedia Key First - You can configure the multimedia control keys on the keyboard using the System Setup (BIOS) utility or the Windows Mobility Center. For function, press + the required function key. In the Function Key Row, select Function Key or Multimedia...
... Key First or Function Key First. Press the < > keys or press the Windows Mobility Center control Windows Mobility Center. 2. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Multimedia Control Keys The multimedia control keys are located on the function key row on Self Test (POST) to enter the System Setup...Press during the Power on the keyboard. Multimedia Key First - You can configure the multimedia control keys on the keyboard using the System Setup (BIOS) utility or the Windows Mobility Center. For function, press + the required function key. In the Function Key Row, select Function Key or Multimedia...
Setup Guide
Page 58
...chip failure Seven Processor failure Eight Display failure 56 NOTE: To replace parts, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals for assistance. BIOS ROM checksum failure Two No RAM detected NOTE: If you cannot solve your computer. If this occurs, write ... - Beep Possible Problem Code One Possible system board failure - INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 62 or "Contacting Dell" on page 82) for advanced service instructions. WARNING: Only...
...chip failure Seven Processor failure Eight Display failure 56 NOTE: To replace parts, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals for assistance. BIOS ROM checksum failure Two No RAM detected NOTE: If you cannot solve your computer. If this occurs, write ... - Beep Possible Problem Code One Possible system board failure - INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 62 or "Contacting Dell" on page 82) for advanced service instructions. WARNING: Only...
Setup Guide
Page 66
...) your computer, perform the checks in the system setup utility and is detected but incorrectly configured, you run Dell Diagnostics before you want to start the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1. To enter the system setup (BIOS) utility, turn on . 64 Using Support Tools Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during the operating...
...) your computer, perform the checks in the system setup utility and is detected but incorrectly configured, you run Dell Diagnostics before you want to start the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1. To enter the system setup (BIOS) utility, turn on . 64 Using Support Tools Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during the operating...
Service Manual
Page 6
Removing the Display Brackets 62 Replacing the Display Brackets 63 14 Camera Module 65 Removing the Camera Module 65 Replacing the Camera Module 66 15 Hinge Cover 69 Removing the Hinge Cover 69 Replacing the Hinge Cover 71 16 VGA Connector Board 73 Removing the VGA Connector Board 73 Replacing the VGA Connector Board 74 17 System Board 77 Removing the System Board 77 Replacing the System Board 81 Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 82 18 Speakers 83 Removing the Speakers 83 Replacing the Speakers 84 6 Contents
Removing the Display Brackets 62 Replacing the Display Brackets 63 14 Camera Module 65 Removing the Camera Module 65 Replacing the Camera Module 66 15 Hinge Cover 69 Removing the Hinge Cover 69 Replacing the Hinge Cover 71 16 VGA Connector Board 73 Removing the VGA Connector Board 73 Replacing the VGA Connector Board 74 17 System Board 77 Removing the System Board 77 Replacing the System Board 81 Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 82 18 Speakers 83 Removing the Speakers 83 Replacing the Speakers 84 6 Contents
Service Manual
Page 9
.... Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that the following tools: • Small flat-blade screwdriver • Phillips screwdriver • Plastic scribe • BIOS executable update program available at support.dell.com Turning Off Your Computer CAUTION: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open programs before...
.... Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that the following tools: • Small flat-blade screwdriver • Phillips screwdriver • Plastic scribe • BIOS executable update program available at support.dell.com Turning Off Your Computer CAUTION: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open programs before...
Service Manual
Page 82
... field. 82 System Board NOTE: After you have replaced the system board, enter the computer Service Tag in the BIOS of the replacement system board. 22 Enter the service tag (see the Dell logo to enter the system setup program. 4 Navigate to the computer. 21 Turn on the computer, replace all ...screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. 20 Replace any cards or blanks removed from the 8-in the BIOS" on the computer. 3 Press ...
... field. 82 System Board NOTE: After you have replaced the system board, enter the computer Service Tag in the BIOS of the replacement system board. 22 Enter the service tag (see the Dell logo to enter the system setup program. 4 Navigate to the computer. 21 Turn on the computer, replace all ...screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. 20 Replace any cards or blanks removed from the 8-in the BIOS" on the computer. 3 Press ...
Service Manual
Page 105
...window appears. d Select the product model number in the Select Your Product Family list. The file downloads to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3 Locate the BIOS update file for your computer: NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is available or when replacing the system board...label at the bottom of results appear on your computer's Service Tag: a Click Select Model. 25 Flashing the BIOS The BIOS may require flashing when an update is located on your computer. To flash the BIOS: 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Go to your computer's Service Tag: a Click Enter a Tag. e...
...window appears. d Select the product model number in the Select Your Product Family list. The file downloads to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3 Locate the BIOS update file for your computer: NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is available or when replacing the system board...label at the bottom of results appear on your computer's Service Tag: a Click Select Model. 25 Flashing the BIOS The BIOS may require flashing when an update is located on your computer. To flash the BIOS: 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Go to your computer's Service Tag: a Click Enter a Tag. e...
Service Manual
Page 106
8 Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions on the screen. 106 Flashing the BIOS
8 Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions on the screen. 106 Flashing the BIOS
Service Manual
Page 6
Removing the Display Brackets 62 Replacing the Display Brackets 63 14 Camera Module 65 Removing the Camera Module 65 Replacing the Camera Module 66 15 Hinge Cover 69 Removing the Hinge Cover 69 Replacing the Hinge Cover 71 16 VGA Connector Board 73 Removing the VGA Connector Board 73 Replacing the VGA Connector Board 74 17 System Board 77 Removing the System Board 77 Replacing the System Board 81 Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 82 18 Speakers 83 Removing the Speakers 83 Replacing the Speakers 84 6 Contents
Removing the Display Brackets 62 Replacing the Display Brackets 63 14 Camera Module 65 Removing the Camera Module 65 Replacing the Camera Module 66 15 Hinge Cover 69 Removing the Hinge Cover 69 Replacing the Hinge Cover 71 16 VGA Connector Board 73 Removing the VGA Connector Board 73 Replacing the VGA Connector Board 74 17 System Board 77 Removing the System Board 77 Replacing the System Board 81 Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 82 18 Speakers 83 Removing the Speakers 83 Replacing the Speakers 84 6 Contents
Service Manual
Page 9
... . Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that the following tools: • Small flat-blade screwdriver • Phillips screwdriver • Plastic scribe • BIOS executable update program available at support.dell.com Turning Off Your Computer CAUTION: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open programs before...
... . Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that the following tools: • Small flat-blade screwdriver • Phillips screwdriver • Plastic scribe • BIOS executable update program available at support.dell.com Turning Off Your Computer CAUTION: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open programs before...
Service Manual
Page 82
... in -1 media card reader. Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 1 Ensure that the AC adapter is installed properly. 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Press as soon as you have replaced the system board, enter the computer Service Tag in the BIOS of the replacement system board. 22 Enter the service tag (see... the Dell logo to enter the system setup program. 4 Navigate to the security tab and enter the service tag in damage...
... in -1 media card reader. Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 1 Ensure that the AC adapter is installed properly. 2 Turn on the computer. 3 Press as soon as you have replaced the system board, enter the computer Service Tag in the BIOS of the replacement system board. 22 Enter the service tag (see... the Dell logo to enter the system setup program. 4 Navigate to the security tab and enter the service tag in damage...