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...button logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation in this text: Dell™, the DELL logo, Inspiron™, and DellConnect™ are prohibited. and is a trademark of Dell Inc. A00 disclaims any proprietary interest in the United States and/or other intellectual ...document to the Microsoft Windows operating systems are either trademarks or registered trademarks of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. Trademarks used in the U.S. If you make better use of Rovi Corporation. December 2010 P/N 0PK1X Rev. This item ...
...button logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation in this text: Dell™, the DELL logo, Inspiron™, and DellConnect™ are prohibited. and is a trademark of Dell Inc. A00 disclaims any proprietary interest in the United States and/or other intellectual ...document to the Microsoft Windows operating systems are either trademarks or registered trademarks of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. Trademarks used in the U.S. If you make better use of Rovi Corporation. December 2010 P/N 0PK1X Rev. This item ...
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...Problems 55 Network Problems 56 Power 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... 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...
...Problems 55 Network Problems 56 Power 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... 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...
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... in an enclosed space, such as carpets or rugs, while it to overheat. The computer turns on all other sides. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your computer. To prevent overheating ensure that you leave at least 10.2 cm ...is powered on the computer may cause it is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. Restricting airflow around your Dell computer in permanent damage to place your Dell Inspiron laptop. CAUTION: Placing or stacking heavy or sharp objects on . Do not place ...
... in an enclosed space, such as carpets or rugs, while it to overheat. The computer turns on all other sides. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your computer. To prevent overheating ensure that you leave at least 10.2 cm ...is powered on the computer may cause it is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. Restricting airflow around your Dell computer in permanent damage to place your Dell Inspiron laptop. CAUTION: Placing or stacking heavy or sharp objects on . Do not place ...
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...utility. 29 Click Turn off /hibernate NOTE: For information on power problems, see "Power Problems" on page 58. In the search box, type Power Options and press . 4. Under Power Options window, click Dell Battery Meter to disable the battery charging feature while on an airplane... flight. Click Start . 3. Ensure that your computer is turned on. 2. To quickly disable the battery charging feature: 1. NOTE: Battery charging can also be required to open Battery Settings window. 5. Using Your Inspiron...
...utility. 29 Click Turn off /hibernate NOTE: For information on power problems, see "Power Problems" on page 58. In the search box, type Power Options and press . 4. Under Power Options window, click Dell Battery Meter to disable the battery charging feature while on an airplane... flight. Click Start . 3. Ensure that your computer is turned on. 2. To quickly disable the battery charging feature: 1. NOTE: Battery charging can also be required to open Battery Settings window. 5. Using Your Inspiron...
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...this occurs, write down the beep code and contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals for advanced service instructions. Beep Code One Two Three Four Five Six Seven Eight 54 Possible Problem Possible system board failure - BIOS ROM checksum failure...start-up if there are errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 63 or "Contacting Dell" on page 83) for assistance. ...
...this occurs, write down the beep code and contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals for advanced service instructions. Beep Code One Two Three Four Five Six Seven Eight 54 Possible Problem Possible system board failure - BIOS ROM checksum failure...start-up if there are errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 63 or "Contacting Dell" on page 83) for assistance. ...
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... and Sound→ Tablet PC Settings→ Calibrate... CAUTION: Do not use water or cleaning liquid to remove any dirt or fingerprints. 55 Solving Problems Touch Screen Problems Some or all multi-touch features are blocking the touch sensors. To enable them, doubleclick the Flicks icon in the notification area of the...
... and Sound→ Tablet PC Settings→ Calibrate... CAUTION: Do not use water or cleaning liquid to remove any dirt or fingerprints. 55 Solving Problems Touch Screen Problems Some or all multi-touch features are blocking the touch sensors. To enable them, doubleclick the Flicks icon in the notification area of the...
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The network cable is lost - Solving Problems Network Problems Wireless Connections If the wireless network connection is lost - Check the network cable to ensure it is plugged in hibernate mode, or is plugged into ... power strip is enabled on the computer (see "Setting Up a Wireless Connection" on page 12). • Re-establish your connection to your wireless connection. Power Problems If the power light is either turned off - The computer is off , in and not damaged. Try moving the computer closer to the wireless router...
The network cable is lost - Solving Problems Network Problems Wireless Connections If the wireless network connection is lost - Check the network cable to ensure it is plugged in hibernate mode, or is plugged into ... power strip is enabled on the computer (see "Setting Up a Wireless Connection" on page 12). • Re-establish your connection to your wireless connection. Power Problems If the power light is either turned off - The computer is off , in and not damaged. Try moving the computer closer to the wireless router...
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If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the light on the AC adapter is on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 83). If the power light is solid white and the computer is breathing white - The computer is in standby mode.... • Check the AC adapter cable connections. An unwanted signal is creating interference by testing it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 83). If you encounter interference that hinders reception on page 83). If the power light is not responding - The display ...
If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the light on the AC adapter is on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 83). If the power light is solid white and the computer is breathing white - The computer is in standby mode.... • Check the AC adapter cable connections. An unwanted signal is creating interference by testing it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 83). If you encounter interference that hinders reception on page 83). If the power light is not responding - The display ...
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...the connector(s) (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 83). Click Applications. 3. Click End Task. 58 Select the program that resolves the problem. • See the software documentation for minimum memory... close any open files 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). Ensure that the AC adapter cable is firmly connected...
...the connector(s) (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 83). Click Applications. 3. Click End Task. 58 Select the program that resolves the problem. • See the software documentation for minimum memory... close any open files 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). Ensure that the AC adapter cable is firmly connected...
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... you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard, or by moving the connected mouse or a finger on the screen. 59 Solving Problems If a program crashes repeatedly - Run the Program Compatibility Wizard. If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program.
... you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard, or by moving the connected mouse or a finger on the screen. 59 Solving Problems If a program crashes repeatedly - Run the Program Compatibility Wizard. If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program.
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... 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. -- See the software documentation for troubleshooting information: -- Verify that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to help in troubleshooting when contacting Dell. 60 Write down your computer. -- Ensure that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on your computer through the Start menu...
... 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. -- See the software documentation for troubleshooting information: -- Verify that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to help in troubleshooting when contacting Dell. 60 Write down your computer. -- Ensure that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on your computer through the Start menu...
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... enter the system setup (BIOS) utility, turn on (or restart) your computer. 2. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. 63 Starting Dell Diagnostics When you contact Dell for devices such as the system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on page...computer, perform the checks in "Lockups and Software Problems" on . 1. Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer and press when the Dell logo appears. Click Start → Help and Support. 2. Ensure that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. Using Support ...
... enter the system setup (BIOS) utility, turn on (or restart) your computer. 2. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. 63 Starting Dell Diagnostics When you contact Dell for devices such as the system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on page...computer, perform the checks in "Lockups and Software Problems" on . 1. Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer and press when the Dell logo appears. Click Start → Help and Support. 2. Ensure that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. Using Support ...
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... Local Backup when 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 to reinstall only the operating system on your computer. INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore the...
... Local Backup when 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 to reinstall only the operating system on your computer. INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore the...
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... the data files on your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Click Start . 2. Dell DataSafe Local Backup CAUTION: Using Dell DataSafe Local Backup to install on your computer, it is complete. 1. Use Dell DataSafe Local Backup only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. Click Undo my last restoration and click...
... the data files on your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Click Start . 2. Dell DataSafe Local Backup CAUTION: Using Dell DataSafe Local Backup to install on your computer, it is complete. 1. Use Dell DataSafe Local Backup only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. Click Undo my last restoration and click...
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... Image Restore. This option restores your computer and try again. 71 Starting Dell Factory Image Restore 1. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only as the last method to restore your operating system problem. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system. Any ...from the hard drive. Turn on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer. When the DELL logo appears, press several times to wait until you purchased the computer. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system ...
... Image Restore. This option restores your computer and try again. 71 Starting Dell Factory Image Restore 1. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only as the last method to restore your operating system problem. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system. Any ...from the hard drive. Turn on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer. When the DELL logo appears, press several times to wait until you purchased the computer. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system ...
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...procedures. If you with any necessary procedures. NOTE: Dell's Express Service Code system may not be available in all countries. INSPIRON Getting Help If you experience a problem with your computer, you can assist you do not have not resolved the problem, see "Before You Call" on page 82.... 4. See "Solving Problems" on availability. 73 See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 65 for ...
...procedures. If you with any necessary procedures. NOTE: Dell's Express Service Code system may not be available in all countries. INSPIRON Getting Help If you experience a problem with your computer, you can assist you do not have not resolved the problem, see "Before You Call" on page 82.... 4. See "Solving Problems" on availability. 73 See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 65 for ...
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.../DellConnect. 74 Getting Help Technical Support and Customer Service Dell's support service is a simple online access tool that allows a Dell service and support associate to answer your questions about Dell hardware. DellConnect DellConnect is available to access your computer through a broadband connection, diagnose your problem and repair it all under your region or go...
.../DellConnect. 74 Getting Help Technical Support and Customer Service Dell's support service is a simple online access tool that allows a Dell service and support associate to answer your questions about Dell hardware. DellConnect DellConnect is available to access your computer through a broadband connection, diagnose your problem and repair it all under your region or go...
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Getting Help Automated Order-Status Service To check on the status of any Dell products that you have a problem with your order, such as missing parts, wrong parts, or incorrect billing, contact Dell for customer assistance. For the telephone number to call the automated order-status service. A recording prompts you can go to call...
Getting Help Automated Order-Status Service To check on the status of any Dell products that you have a problem with your order, such as missing parts, wrong parts, or incorrect billing, contact Dell for customer assistance. For the telephone number to call the automated order-status service. A recording prompts you can go to call...
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...region. 3. Select the appropriate service or support link based on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog. Otherwise, record the contents of problem and troubleshooting procedures you . 81 Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be available... in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-999-3355). If the computer is convenient for sales, technical ...
...region. 3. Select the appropriate service or support link based on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog. Otherwise, record the contents of problem and troubleshooting procedures you . 81 Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be available... in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-999-3355). If the computer is convenient for sales, technical ...
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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