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... used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, YOURS IS HERE, Inspiron, Solution Station, and DellConnect are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in this document is subject to change without the written permission of Dell Inc. Other trademarks and trade...Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to avoid the problem. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2010 Dell Inc. Information in trademarks and trade names other countries; and is strictly forbidden. WARNING: A WARNING...
... used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, YOURS IS HERE, Inspiron, Solution Station, and DellConnect are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in this document is subject to change without the written permission of Dell Inc. Other trademarks and trade...Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to avoid the problem. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2010 Dell Inc. Information in trademarks and trade names other countries; and is strictly forbidden. WARNING: A WARNING...
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Contents Setting Up Your Inspiron One 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the Keyboard and Mouse 6 Connect the AC Adapter 7 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 8 Adjust the Computer Stand 10 Set ... Inspiron One 22 Right View Features 22 Left View Features 24 Using the Optical Drive 26 Back View Features 28 Display Features 30 Using the Touch Screen (Optional 32 Software Features 36 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 37 Dell Dock (Optional 38 Solving Problems 39 Touch Screen Problems 39 Beep Codes 41 Network Problems 42 Power Problems 43 Memory Problems...
Contents Setting Up Your Inspiron One 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the Keyboard and Mouse 6 Connect the AC Adapter 7 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 8 Adjust the Computer Stand 10 Set ... Inspiron One 22 Right View Features 22 Left View Features 24 Using the Optical Drive 26 Back View Features 28 Display Features 30 Using the Touch Screen (Optional 32 Software Features 36 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 37 Dell Dock (Optional 38 Solving Problems 39 Touch Screen Problems 39 Beep Codes 41 Network Problems 42 Power Problems 43 Memory Problems...
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... your computer. 6 Audio-in sleep/standby mode or there might be a problem with audio programs. 7 Hard drive activity light - NOTE: To connect to...69) for assistance. • Off - Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on . • Solid amber - The computer is in /Microphone connector - Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on when the computer reads or writes data.... adjust the stand while the hard drive activity light is not receiving power. 23 Using Your Inspiron One 5 Audio-out/Headphone connector - A blinking white light indicates hard drive activity. The light ...
... your computer. 6 Audio-in sleep/standby mode or there might be a problem with audio programs. 7 Hard drive activity light - NOTE: To connect to...69) for assistance. • Off - Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on . • Solid amber - The computer is in /Microphone connector - Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on when the computer reads or writes data.... adjust the stand while the hard drive activity light is not receiving power. 23 Using Your Inspiron One 5 Audio-out/Headphone connector - A blinking white light indicates hard drive activity. The light ...
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...multi-touch feature may be supported by the application. 39 Touch Screen Problems Some or all multi-touch features are selected. • The touch screen is calibrated at support.dell.com/manuals for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Touch Screen Calibration" on page ...69. In the Pen and Touch window, select the Touch tab and ensure that Use your desktop. WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. INSPIRON Solving Problems...
...multi-touch feature may be supported by the application. 39 Touch Screen Problems Some or all multi-touch features are selected. • The touch screen is calibrated at support.dell.com/manuals for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Touch Screen Calibration" on page ...69. In the Pen and Touch window, select the Touch tab and ensure that Use your desktop. WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. INSPIRON Solving Problems...
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... is recommended that are blocking the touch sensors. Turn off the computer. Disconnect the power cable from the wall outlet. To remove these particles: a. Solving Problems If the touch screen starts losing its sensitivity - • Calibrate the touch screen (see "Touch Screen Calibration" on page 40). • The touch screen may...
... is recommended that are blocking the touch sensors. Turn off the computer. Disconnect the power cable from the wall outlet. To remove these particles: a. Solving Problems If the touch screen starts losing its sensitivity - • Calibrate the touch screen (see "Touch Screen Calibration" on page 40). • The touch screen may...
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... memory module is seated properly. Solving Problems Beep Code Possible Problem One Possible system board failure - Beep Codes Your computer might emit a series of beeps during start-up if there are errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. NOTE: To replace parts, see "Contacting Dell" on page 69) for assistance. Chipset...
... memory module is seated properly. Solving Problems Beep Code Possible Problem One Possible system board failure - Beep Codes Your computer might emit a series of beeps during start-up if there are errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. NOTE: To replace parts, see "Contacting Dell" on page 69) for assistance. Chipset...
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... lets you verify that your wireless connection. The computer is lost - A good connection exists between a 10/100-Mbps network and the computer. --Orange - Solving Problems Network Problems Wireless Connections If the wireless network connection is only for wireless connections. The link integrity light does not provide status for a wired network connection. NOTE...
... lets you verify that your wireless connection. The computer is lost - A good connection exists between a 10/100-Mbps network and the computer. --Orange - Solving Problems Network Problems Wireless Connections If the wireless network connection is only for wireless connections. The link integrity light does not provide status for a wired network connection. NOTE...
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...amber - 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 the keyboard, move the connected mouse, or press the power button to verify that the computer turns on page 69). The... strip is plugged into an electrical outlet and that the electrical outlet is working by testing it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on properly. • Ensure that the power strip is turned on. • Temporarily bypass power protection devices, power strips, ...
...amber - 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 the keyboard, move the connected mouse, or press the power button to verify that the computer turns on page 69). The... strip is plugged into an electrical outlet and that the electrical outlet is working by testing it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on properly. • Ensure that the power strip is turned on. • Temporarily bypass power protection devices, power strips, ...
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...using to the same electrical outlet. If you encounter interference that resolves the problem. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your computer - Solving Problems • If the display is blinking amber - Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message - • Save and close ..., press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 69). An unwanted signal is creating interference by interrupting or blocking other memory...
...using to the same electrical outlet. If you encounter interference that resolves the problem. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your computer - Solving Problems • If the display is blinking amber - Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message - • Save and close ..., press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 69). An unwanted signal is creating interference by interrupting or blocking other memory...
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Solving Problems Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up - If a program stops responding - Click Applications. 3. CAUTION: You might lose data if you are unable to an earlier ...
Solving Problems Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up - If a program stops responding - Click Applications. 3. CAUTION: You might lose data if you are unable to an earlier ...
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... then reinstall the program. --Write down your computer. 46 --Ensure that the program is displayed to help in troubleshooting when contacting Dell. Follow the instructions on your computer through the Start menu. • Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for ...that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on the screen. In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. Solving Problems To run the software. See the software documentation for information. --Ensure that your files immediately. • Use a virus-scanning program ...
... then reinstall the program. --Write down your computer. 46 --Ensure that the program is displayed to help in troubleshooting when contacting Dell. Follow the instructions on your computer through the Start menu. • Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for ...that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on the screen. In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. Solving Problems To run the software. See the software documentation for information. --Ensure that your files immediately. • Use a virus-scanning program ...
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...at booting this website you can download available software for the same error. Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 69) for future use My Dell Downloads: 1. Using Support Tools My Dell Downloads NOTE: My Dell Downloads may display a system message that was running when the message appeared. Follow... is available on your computer has an issue or error, it may not be available in resolving this problem, please note this checkpoint and contact Dell Technical Support - Alternatively you identify the cause and action needed to complete the boot routine three consecutive times...
...at booting this website you can download available software for the same error. Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 69) for future use My Dell Downloads: 1. Using Support Tools My Dell Downloads NOTE: My Dell Downloads may display a system message that was running when the message appeared. Follow... is available on your computer has an issue or error, it may not be available in resolving this problem, please note this checkpoint and contact Dell Technical Support - Alternatively you identify the cause and action needed to complete the boot routine three consecutive times...
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... has exceeded its normal operating range. Your USB device needs more power for assistance. Dell recommends that you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to function properly. Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 69) for it to resolve the incompatibility. S.M.A.R.T error, possible hard drive... external power source to start the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1. Hard Drive SELF MONITORING SYSTEM has reported that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. 50 Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup...
... has exceeded its normal operating range. Your USB device needs more power for assistance. Dell recommends that you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to function properly. Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 69) for it to resolve the incompatibility. S.M.A.R.T error, possible hard drive... external power source to start the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1. Hard Drive SELF MONITORING SYSTEM has reported that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. 50 Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup...
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...be working properly. 2. Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. Using Support Tools Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 69) for technical assistance. Turn on (or restart) your computer, ... is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on page 45 and run Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for assistance. 1. It is known to test appears in "Lockups and Software Problems" on your computer's configuration information, and ensure that the device that you...
...be working properly. 2. Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. Using Support Tools Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 69) for technical assistance. Turn on (or restart) your computer, ... is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on page 45 and run Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for assistance. 1. It is known to test appears in "Lockups and Software Problems" on your computer's configuration information, and ensure that the device that you...
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...partition has been found with an error code and a description of the problem. Write down your hard drive and to go to run. 5. then, shut down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your computer and try again. Press any key to the ..., the following message is invoked: a. The following message is encountered during a test, a message appears with this system so far. If a problem is displayed: "No problems have been found , run Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on page 69) for assistance. 52
...partition has been found with an error code and a description of the problem. Write down your hard drive and to go to run. 5. then, shut down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your computer and try again. Press any key to the ..., the following message is invoked: a. The following message is encountered during a test, a message appears with this system so far. If a problem is displayed: "No problems have been found , run Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on page 69) for assistance. 52
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...option from the numbered list. Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 69) for your computer when you contact Dell. 9. The Service Tag helps you want to run. 8. To exit Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, click Exit. 11. Select Run... the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the menu that appears and press . 5. Select the test you identify your computer. 7. If a problem is displayed ...
...option from the numbered list. Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 69) for your computer when you contact Dell. 9. The Service Tag helps you want to run. 8. To exit Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, click Exit. 11. Select Run... the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the menu that appears and press . 5. Select the test you identify your computer. 7. If a problem is displayed ...
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INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore the operating system on your computer using any of System Restore and DataSafe Local Backup when installing the Dell factory-installed software on a newly installed hard drive Dell Factory Image Restore to restore your computer to the ... your computer. 55 If possible, backup your computer. Option Use System Restore as the first solution Dell DataSafe 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...
INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore the operating system on your computer using any of System Restore and DataSafe Local Backup when installing the Dell factory-installed software on a newly installed hard drive Dell Factory Image Restore to restore your computer to the ... your computer. 55 If possible, backup your computer. Option Use System Restore as the first solution Dell DataSafe 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...
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..., it is recommended that you backup your data files before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Use Dell DataSafe Local Backup only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. In the search box, type System Restore and press . 3. NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup may not be available in all open files and...
..., it is recommended that you backup your data files before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Use Dell DataSafe Local Backup only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. In the search box, type System Restore and press . 3. NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup may not be available in all open files and...
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...programs or files added since you purchased the computer. Restoring Your Operating System Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore to restore your operating system permanently deletes all data before using Dell Factory Image Restore. 61 If possible, back up all data on the ...hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your operating system problem. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in when you received your computer-including data files-are permanently deleted from the hard ...
...programs or files added since you purchased the computer. Restoring Your Operating System Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore to restore your operating system permanently deletes all data before using Dell Factory Image Restore. 61 If possible, back up all data on the ...hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your operating system problem. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in when you received your computer-including data files-are permanently deleted from the hard ...
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... outside the continental U.S. NOTE: Call Dell Support from a telephone near or at Dell Support (support.dell.com) for help with any necessary procedures. NOTE: Dell's Express Service Code system may not be available in all countries. If you with installation and troubleshooting procedures. INSPIRON Getting Help If you experience a problem with your computer, you can assist...
... outside the continental U.S. NOTE: Call Dell Support from a telephone near or at Dell Support (support.dell.com) for help with any necessary procedures. NOTE: Dell's Express Service Code system may not be available in all countries. If you with installation and troubleshooting procedures. INSPIRON Getting Help If you experience a problem with your computer, you can assist...