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... Problems 56 Memory Problems 58 Lockups and Software Problems 58 Using Support Tools 61 Dell Support Center 61 My Dell Downloads 62 Hardware Troubleshooter 63 Dell Diagnostics 63 Restoring Your Operating System 65 System Restore 66 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 67 System Recovery Media 70 Dell Factory Image ...Status Service 76 Product Information 76 Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit 77 Before You Call 79 Contacting Dell 81 Finding More Information and Resources 82 Specifications 84 Appendix 91 Information for NOM, or Official Mexican Standard (Only for Mexico...
... Problems 56 Memory Problems 58 Lockups and Software Problems 58 Using Support Tools 61 Dell Support Center 61 My Dell Downloads 62 Hardware Troubleshooter 63 Dell Diagnostics 63 Restoring Your Operating System 65 System Restore 66 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 67 System Recovery Media 70 Dell Factory Image ...Status Service 76 Product Information 76 Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit 77 Before You Call 79 Contacting Dell 81 Finding More Information and Resources 82 Specifications 84 Appendix 91 Information for NOM, or Official Mexican Standard (Only for Mexico...
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop 5 8-in the slot; Save the blank for use when no media card is installed in -1 Media Card Reader - Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on page 86. NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the media card slot. blanks from dust and other computers may not fit your computer. 23 Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. For more information on the supported memory cards, see "Specifications" on memory cards.
Using Your Inspiron Laptop 5 8-in the slot; Save the blank for use when no media card is installed in -1 Media Card Reader - Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on page 86. NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the media card slot. blanks from dust and other computers may not fit your computer. 23 Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. For more information on the supported memory cards, see "Specifications" on memory cards.
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... system board failure - If you installed or replaced the memory module, ensure that the memory module is seated properly. If this occurs, write down the beep code and contact Dell (see "Using Support Tools" on page 63 or "Contacting Dell" on page 83) for assistance. INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for your...
... system board failure - If you installed or replaced the memory module, ensure that the memory module is seated properly. If this occurs, write down the beep code and contact Dell (see "Using Support Tools" on page 63 or "Contacting Dell" on page 83) for assistance. INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for your...
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... and exit any open programs you experience other memory problems - • Run Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 65). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 83). If necessary, install additional memory (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • Reseat the memory module(s) into the connector(s) (see the Service...
... and exit any open programs you experience other memory problems - • Run Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 65). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 83). If necessary, install additional memory (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • Reseat the memory module(s) into the connector(s) (see the Service...
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INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center All the support you need - The Dell Support Center home page displays your computer's model number, service tag, express service code, warranty status, and alerts on the ...; Drive Space Manager - one convenient location. Run hardware diagnostics, see which program occupies the maximum memory on your hard drive using a visual representation of file. • Performance and Configuration History - The Dell Support Center provides system alerts, performance improvement offers, system information, and links to access: PC Checkup...
INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center All the support you need - The Dell Support Center home page displays your computer's model number, service tag, express service code, warranty status, and alerts on the ...; Drive Space Manager - one convenient location. Run hardware diagnostics, see which program occupies the maximum memory on your hard drive using a visual representation of file. • Performance and Configuration History - The Dell Support Center provides system alerts, performance improvement offers, system information, and links to access: PC Checkup...
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... Troubleshooter to start the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1. Starting Dell Diagnostics When you contact Dell for devices such as the system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on page 60 and run Dell Diagnostics before you run Dell diagnostics, the computer invokes the Enhanced Pre-boot System... Assessment (ePSA). When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. 63 Ensure that best...
... Troubleshooter to start the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1. Starting Dell Diagnostics When you contact Dell for devices such as the system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on page 60 and run Dell Diagnostics before you run Dell diagnostics, the computer invokes the Enhanced Pre-boot System... Assessment (ePSA). When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. 63 Ensure that best...
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then, shut down the error code(s) and contact Dell (for more . During the assessment, answer any questions that failed, press . • If failures are experiencing memory issues, press , otherwise press . Do you are detected during the Enhanced Pre-boot System Assessment, write down your computer.... 64 Click Exit to reboot your computer and try again. 3. If you want to run the remaining memory tests? to continue to continue? (Recommended)." Using Support Tools NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, ...
then, shut down the error code(s) and contact Dell (for more . During the assessment, answer any questions that failed, press . • If failures are experiencing memory issues, press , otherwise press . Do you are detected during the Enhanced Pre-boot System Assessment, write down your computer.... 64 Click Exit to reboot your computer and try again. 3. If you want to run the remaining memory tests? to continue to continue? (Recommended)." Using Support Tools NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, ...
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Computer Model Memory Dell Inspiron N7110 Computer Information System chipset Mobile Intel 6 series Processor types Intel Core i3 Intel Core i5 Intel Core i7 Memory module connector Memory module capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory two user-accessible SODIMM connectors 1 GB, 2 GB, and 4 GB 2 GB 8 GB Possible memory 2 GB, 3 GB, 4 GB, 6 GB, configurations and 8 GB 84 NOTE: Offerings may need when...
Computer Model Memory Dell Inspiron N7110 Computer Information System chipset Mobile Intel 6 series Processor types Intel Core i3 Intel Core i5 Intel Core i7 Memory module connector Memory module capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory two user-accessible SODIMM connectors 1 GB, 2 GB, and 4 GB 2 GB 8 GB Possible memory 2 GB, 3 GB, 4 GB, 6 GB, configurations and 8 GB 84 NOTE: Offerings may need when...
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Connectors Audio Mini-Card one microphone-in connector and one stereo headphones/ speakers connector two half Mini-Card slots HDMI connector one 19-pin connector Network adapter one RJ45 connector Specifications Connectors USB Video eSATA Media Card Reader one 4-pin USB 2.0-compliant connector two 4-pin USB 3.0-compliant connectors one 15-hole connector one 7-pin/4-pin eSATA/ USB combo connector with PowerShare one 8-in-1 slot 85 Memory Memory type 1333 MHz SODIMM DDR3 NOTE: For instructions on upgrading the memory, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals.
Connectors Audio Mini-Card one microphone-in connector and one stereo headphones/ speakers connector two half Mini-Card slots HDMI connector one 19-pin connector Network adapter one RJ45 connector Specifications Connectors USB Video eSATA Media Card Reader one 4-pin USB 2.0-compliant connector two 4-pin USB 3.0-compliant connectors one 15-hole connector one 7-pin/4-pin eSATA/ USB combo connector with PowerShare one 8-in-1 slot 85 Memory Memory type 1333 MHz SODIMM DDR3 NOTE: For instructions on upgrading the memory, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals.
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... Subwoofer 3 Watt Volume controls software program menus and media controls Specifications Media Card Reader Cards supported Secure Digital (SD) memory card Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC) Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Stick (MS) Memory Stick PRO (MS-PRO) MultiMedia Card (MMC) MultiMedia Card plus (MMC+) xD-Picture Card Keyboard Number of keys...
... Subwoofer 3 Watt Volume controls software program menus and media controls Specifications Media Card Reader Cards supported Secure Digital (SD) memory card Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC) Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Stick (MS) Memory Stick PRO (MS-PRO) MultiMedia Card (MMC) MultiMedia Card plus (MMC+) xD-Picture Card Keyboard Number of keys...
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Video Discrete: Video controller Video memory UMA: Video controller Video memory NVIDIA GeForce GT 525M 1 GB/2 GB DDR3 Intel HD Graphics 3000 up to 1759 MB Camera Camera resolution Camera type 1.0 megapixel widescreen HD Video resolution ...
Video Discrete: Video controller Video memory UMA: Video controller Video memory NVIDIA GeForce GT 525M 1 GB/2 GB DDR3 Intel HD Graphics 3000 up to 1759 MB Camera Camera resolution Camera type 1.0 megapixel widescreen HD Video resolution ...
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F finding more information 82 flick 42 FTP login, anonymous 75 G gestures Touch Pad 34 Touch Screen 42 H hard drive activity light 27 hardware problems diagnosing 63 Hardware Troubleshooter 63 HDMI connector 21 help getting assistance and support 73 I Internet connection 16 ISP Internet Service Provider 16 M memory problems solving 58 N network connection fixing 56 O Optical Drive emergency eject hole 38 Using 38 P power indicator light 27 Index 93
F finding more information 82 flick 42 FTP login, anonymous 75 G gestures Touch Pad 34 Touch Screen 42 H hard drive activity light 27 hardware problems diagnosing 63 Hardware Troubleshooter 63 HDMI connector 21 help getting assistance and support 73 I Internet connection 16 ISP Internet Service Provider 16 M memory problems solving 58 N network connection fixing 56 O Optical Drive emergency eject hole 38 Using 38 P power indicator light 27 Index 93
Service Manual
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Replacing the Module Cover 22 6 Memory Module(s 23 Removing the Memory Module(s 23 Replacing the Memory Module(s 24 7 Keyboard 27 Removing the Keyboard 27 Replacing the Keyboard 29 8 Palm-Rest Assembly 31 Removing the Palm-Rest Assembly 31 Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly 35 9 Hot-Key Board 37 Removing the Hot-Key Board 37 Replacing the Hot-Key Board 38 10 Power-Button Board 41 Removing the Power-Button Board 41 Replacing the Power-Button Board 42 4 Contents
Replacing the Module Cover 22 6 Memory Module(s 23 Removing the Memory Module(s 23 Replacing the Memory Module(s 24 7 Keyboard 27 Removing the Keyboard 27 Replacing the Keyboard 29 8 Palm-Rest Assembly 31 Removing the Palm-Rest Assembly 31 Replacing the Palm-Rest Assembly 35 9 Hot-Key Board 37 Removing the Hot-Key Board 37 Replacing the Hot-Key Board 38 10 Power-Button Board 41 Removing the Power-Button Board 41 Replacing the Power-Button Board 42 4 Contents
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...For additional safety best practices information, see "Removing the Module Cover" on the type of the memory-module connector until the module pops up. 5 Remove the memory module from Dell are covered under your computer. Damage due to carefully spread apart the securing clips on the ...the instructions in your warranty. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the memory module securing clips. 4 Use your fingertips to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as...
...For additional safety best practices information, see "Removing the Module Cover" on the type of the memory-module connector until the module pops up. 5 Remove the memory module from Dell are covered under your computer. Damage due to carefully spread apart the securing clips on the ...the instructions in your warranty. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the memory module securing clips. 4 Use your fingertips to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as...
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..., and press the memory module down until it . NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot. 24 Memory 1 3 2 1 memory-module connector 2 securing clips (2) 3 memory module Replacing the Memory Module(s) CAUTION: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module in the memory-module connector. 3 Slide the memory module firmly into...
..., and press the memory module down until it . NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot. 24 Memory 1 3 2 1 memory-module connector 2 securing clips (2) 3 memory module Replacing the Memory Module(s) CAUTION: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module in the memory-module connector. 3 Slide the memory module firmly into...
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... (see "Replacing the Battery" on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. To confirm the amount of memory installed in damage to the computer. 6 Turn on the computer. CAUTION: Before turning on page 16), or connect the AC adapter to do so may...;Control PanelSystem and SecuritySystem. Failure to your computer and an electrical outlet. As the computer boots, it detects the memory module(s) and automatically updates the system configuration information...
... (see "Replacing the Battery" on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. To confirm the amount of memory installed in damage to the computer. 6 Turn on the computer. CAUTION: Before turning on page 16), or connect the AC adapter to do so may...;Control PanelSystem and SecuritySystem. Failure to your computer and an electrical outlet. As the computer boots, it detects the memory module(s) and automatically updates the system configuration information...
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... System Board 69 CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices information, see "Removing the Battery" on your computer. Removing the System Board 1 Follow the... the Optical Drive" on page 17. 5 Remove the module cover (see "Removing the Module Cover" on page 21). 6 Remove the memory module(s) (see "Removing the Memory Module(s)" on page 23). 7 Remove the keyboard (see "Removing the Keyboard" on page 27). 8 Remove the palm-rest assembly (see...
... System Board 69 CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices information, see "Removing the Battery" on your computer. Removing the System Board 1 Follow the... the Optical Drive" on page 17. 5 Remove the module cover (see "Removing the Module Cover" on page 21). 6 Remove the memory module(s) (see "Removing the Memory Module(s)" on page 23). 7 Remove the keyboard (see "Removing the Keyboard" on page 27). 8 Remove the palm-rest assembly (see...
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15 Replace the memory module (see "Replacing the Memory Module(s)" on page 24). 16 Follow the instructions from the Media Card Reader. Failure to do so may result in damage to the security tab ...
15 Replace the memory module (see "Replacing the Memory Module(s)" on page 24). 16 Follow the instructions from the Media Card Reader. Failure to do so may result in damage to the security tab ...
