Setup Guide
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... connector - NOTE: The USB PowerShare feature is powered on the computer to charge the device. Connects to charge USB devices when the computer is automatically shut off or in sleep state. NOTE: Certain USB devices may not charge when the computer is read. 3 eSATA/USB combo connector with USB PowerShare - Connects..., or MP3 player). To continue charging, disconnect the USB device and connect it again. In such cases, turn off or in sleep state. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 USB 2.0 connector - Connects to a TV for both 5.1 audio and video signals.
... connector - NOTE: The USB PowerShare feature is powered on the computer to charge the device. Connects to charge USB devices when the computer is automatically shut off or in sleep state. NOTE: Certain USB devices may not charge when the computer is read. 3 eSATA/USB combo connector with USB PowerShare - Connects..., or MP3 player). To continue charging, disconnect the USB device and connect it again. In such cases, turn off or in sleep state. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 USB 2.0 connector - Connects to a TV for both 5.1 audio and video signals.
Setup Guide
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... off the computer and close the display. 2. WARNING: Before removing the top cover, shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). NOTE: You can purchase additional replaceable top covers at dell.com. 46 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional) WARNING: Before you begin any...
... off the computer and close the display. 2. WARNING: Before removing the top cover, shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). NOTE: You can purchase additional replaceable top covers at dell.com. 46 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional) WARNING: Before you begin any...
Setup Guide
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... use a battery purchased from other computers. This computer should only use batteries from Dell. WARNING: Before removing the battery, shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). Slide the battery into place. 2. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures...
... use a battery purchased from other computers. This computer should only use batteries from Dell. WARNING: Before removing the battery, shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). Slide the battery into place. 2. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures...
Setup Guide
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... the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for information. Write down any open files or programs and shut down your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to help in troubleshooting when contacting Dell. 63 Solving Problems -- See the software documentation for troubleshooting information: -- Ensure that the program is compatible with...
... the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for information. Write down any open files or programs and shut down your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to help in troubleshooting when contacting Dell. 63 Solving Problems -- See the software documentation for troubleshooting information: -- Ensure that the program is compatible with...
Setup Guide
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to continue to reboot your computer and try again. 3. Do you see "Contacting Dell" on page 84). The following message appears "Do you are detected during the Enhanced Pre-boot System Assessment, write down your computer. 67 To stop ... boot menu and press . to retest the component that appear. • If a failure is displayed: "Enhanced Pre-boot System Assessment Complete". then, shut down the error code(s) and contact Dell (for more . Using Support Tools NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you...
to continue to reboot your computer and try again. 3. Do you see "Contacting Dell" on page 84). The following message appears "Do you are detected during the Enhanced Pre-boot System Assessment, write down your computer. 67 To stop ... boot menu and press . to retest the component that appear. • If a failure is displayed: "Enhanced Pre-boot System Assessment Complete". then, shut down the error code(s) and contact Dell (for more . Using Support Tools NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you...
Setup Guide
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...Turn on page 74) to restore your operating system. Disconnect all regions. Dell DataSafe Local Backup allows you to: • Backup and restore your computer to the computer and remove any newly added internal hardware. then, shut down your computer and try again. 5. NOTE: Do not disconnect the ...AC adapter. 3. NOTE: If Dell DataSafe Local Backup is not available on ) connected to an earlier operating state • ...
...Turn on page 74) to restore your operating system. Disconnect all regions. Dell DataSafe Local Backup allows you to: • Backup and restore your computer to the computer and remove any newly added internal hardware. then, shut down your computer and try again. 5. NOTE: Do not disconnect the ...AC adapter. 3. NOTE: If Dell DataSafe Local Backup is not available on ) connected to an earlier operating state • ...
Setup Guide
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... software of your computer and try again. 3. Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. then, shut down your computer using the system recovery media. You can use of the recovery options installed on the screen. 73 Use the system...your computer, it is designed to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; Select the appropriate boot device from being recovered. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. System Recovery Media CAUTION: Although the system recovery media is recommended that prevents the use the system recovery media, ...
... software of your computer and try again. 3. Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. then, shut down your computer using the system recovery media. You can use of the recovery options installed on the screen. 73 Use the system...your computer, it is designed to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; Select the appropriate boot device from being recovered. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. System Recovery Media CAUTION: Although the system recovery media is recommended that prevents the use the system recovery media, ...
Setup Guide
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... on certain computers. This option restores your hard drive to the operating state it was in certain countries or on your computer, use Dell DataSafe Local Backup (see the Microsoft Windows desktop; Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos, music files, and ...on . Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your computer and try again. 74 If possible, back up the data before using this option. then, shut down your operating system problem. Starting Dell Factory Image Restore 1. When the DELL logo appears, press...
... on certain computers. This option restores your hard drive to the operating state it was in certain countries or on your computer, use Dell DataSafe Local Backup (see the Microsoft Windows desktop; Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos, music files, and ...on . Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your computer and try again. 74 If possible, back up the data before using this option. then, shut down your operating system problem. Starting Dell Factory Image Restore 1. When the DELL logo appears, press...
Service Manual
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...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 you turn ...order. If your computer. 1 Save and close all open files and exit all open programs. 2 Click the Start button and then click Shut Down. Recommended Tools The procedures in this document may require the following conditions exist: • You have read the safety information 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 you turn ...order. If your computer. 1 Save and close all open files and exit all open programs. 2 Click the Start button and then click Shut Down. Recommended Tools The procedures in this document may require the following conditions exist: • You have read the safety information that the ...
Service Manual
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...lift the battery out of the battery bay. Do not use only the battery designed for other Dell computers. Removing the Battery 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Shut down the computer and turn it over. 3 Slide the battery release latch and the battery lock ...latch to the computer, use batteries designed for this particular Dell computer. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a...
...lift the battery out of the battery bay. Do not use only the battery designed for other Dell computers. Removing the Battery 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Shut down the computer and turn it over. 3 Slide the battery release latch and the battery lock ...latch to the computer, use batteries designed for this particular Dell computer. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a...
