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... damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you make better use of Microsoft Corporation in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, YOURS IS HERE, Inspiron, Solution Station, and DellConnect are not applicable Information in the U.S. Other trademarks and trade names may be used...manner whatsoever without notice. © 2010 Dell Inc. Intel and Centrino are either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to avoid the problem. Reproduction of these materials in any ...
... damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you make better use of Microsoft Corporation in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, YOURS IS HERE, Inspiron, Solution Station, and DellConnect are not applicable Information in the U.S. Other trademarks and trade names may be used...manner whatsoever without notice. © 2010 Dell Inc. Intel and Centrino are either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to avoid the problem. Reproduction of these materials in any ...
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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 ... Your Inspiron One 24 Right View Features 24 Left View Features 26 Using the Optical Drive 28 Back View Features 30 Display Features 34 Using the Touch Screen (Optional 36 Software Features 40 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 41 Dell Dock 42 Solving Problems 43 Touch Screen Problems 43 Beep Codes 45 Network Problems 46 Power Problems 47 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 ... Your Inspiron One 24 Right View Features 24 Left View Features 26 Using the Optical Drive 28 Back View Features 30 Display Features 34 Using the Touch Screen (Optional 36 Software Features 40 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 41 Dell Dock 42 Solving Problems 43 Touch Screen Problems 43 Beep Codes 45 Network Problems 46 Power Problems 47 Memory Problems...
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... screen, see "Using Support Tools" on page 52 or "Contacting Dell" on page 44. To enable them, double-click the Flicks icon in the notification area of your problem using the following guidelines, see "Touch Screen Calibration" on page 75.... See the Service Manual at the factory, and does not require re-calibration. NOTE: Improper calibration may not be disabled. WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. If you choose to inaccurate touch sensitivity. 43 INSPIRON...
... screen, see "Using Support Tools" on page 52 or "Contacting Dell" on page 44. To enable them, double-click the Flicks icon in the notification area of your problem using the following guidelines, see "Touch Screen Calibration" on page 75.... See the Service Manual at the factory, and does not require re-calibration. NOTE: Improper calibration may not be disabled. WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. If you choose to inaccurate touch sensitivity. 43 INSPIRON...
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... cloth (can spray water on a cloth if needed, but not on page 44). • The touch screen may have touch screen problems or if you change the screen resolution. c. Solving Problems If the touch screen starts losing its sensitivity - • Calibrate the touch screen (see "Touch Screen Calibration" on the screen) and...
... cloth (can spray water on a cloth if needed, but not on page 44). • The touch screen may have touch screen problems or if you change the screen resolution. c. Solving Problems If the touch screen starts losing its sensitivity - • Calibrate the touch screen (see "Touch Screen Calibration" on the screen) and...
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...a series of beeps during start-up if there are errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. If this occurs, write down the beep code and contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. BIOS ROM checksum failure Two No RAM detected NOTE... Real Time Clock failure Six Video card or chip failure Seven Processor failure 45 NOTE: To replace parts, see "Contacting Dell" on page 75) for assistance. Three Possible system board failure - Solving Problems Beep Code Possible Problem One Possible system board failure -
...a series of beeps during start-up if there are errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. If this occurs, write down the beep code and contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. BIOS ROM checksum failure Two No RAM detected NOTE... Real Time Clock failure Six Video card or chip failure Seven Processor failure 45 NOTE: To replace parts, see "Contacting Dell" on page 75) for assistance. Three Possible system board failure - Solving Problems Beep Code Possible Problem One Possible system board failure -
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... the network cable to ensure it is powered on and connected to the wireless router (see "Setting Up a Wireless Connection" on the status: --Green - Solving Problems Network Problems Wireless Connections If the wireless network connection is lost -
... the network cable to ensure it is powered on and connected to the wireless router (see "Setting Up a Wireless Connection" on the status: --Green - Solving Problems Network Problems Wireless Connections If the wireless network connection is lost -
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...The computer is either turned off and then turn it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 75). 47 If the power light is solid white and the computer is ...button until the computer turns off or is not responding - The computer resumes normal operation if it is off - Solving Problems Power Problems If the power light is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. • Check the AC...8226; Ensure that the light on the AC adapter is on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 75).
...The computer is either turned off and then turn it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 75). 47 If the power light is solid white and the computer is ...button until the computer turns off or is not responding - The computer resumes normal operation if it is off - Solving Problems Power Problems If the power light is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. • Check the AC...8226; Ensure that the light on the AC adapter is on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 75).
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... "Contacting Dell" on page 75). If you encounter interference that hinders reception on page 75). The light will blink along with the three BIOS beep codes to the same electrical outlet. 48 Solving Problems If the power light is not responding, 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 your computer - The computer is in sleep/standby mode or the display may not be responding. • Press a key on...
... "Contacting Dell" on page 75). If you encounter interference that hinders reception on page 75). The light will blink along with the three BIOS beep codes to the same electrical outlet. 48 Solving Problems If the power light is not responding, 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 your computer - The computer is in sleep/standby mode or the display may not be responding. • Press a key on...
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... cable is no longer responding 4. If you are not using to the electrical outlet. Ensure that resolves the problem. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 75). Click Applications. 3. Solving Problems Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message - • Save and close any open files and exit any open...
... cable is no longer responding 4. If you are not using to the electrical outlet. Ensure that resolves the problem. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 75). Click Applications. 3. Solving Problems Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message - • Save and close any open files and exit any open...
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CAUTION: You might lose data if you are unable to an earlier version of Windows. 2. Solving Problems If a program crashes repeatedly - If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. If the computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears - Run the Program ...
CAUTION: You might lose data if you are unable to an earlier version of Windows. 2. Solving Problems If a program crashes repeatedly - If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. If the computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears - Run the Program ...
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If 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 ... installed and configured properly. --Verify that your computer through the Start menu. • Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for information. Solving Problems --Ensure that the program is compatible with the operating system installed on your computer. --Ensure that the device drivers do not conflict with the program...
If 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 ... installed and configured properly. --Verify that your computer through the Start menu. • Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for information. Solving Problems --Ensure that the program is compatible with the operating system installed on your computer. --Ensure that the device drivers do not conflict with the program...
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... a backup media for assistance. System Messages If 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 register and download the software. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen...
... a backup media for assistance. System Messages If 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 register and download the software. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen...
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... incorrectly configured, you back up your device has two USB cables, connect both of range may or may not indicate a potential hard drive problem - To start the search. 3. S.M.A.R.T error, possible hard drive failure. Click Start → Help and Support. 2. Disconnect the USB device... your data regularly. Hard Drive SELF MONITORING SYSTEM has reported that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. 55 A parameter out of them. CAUTION - Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 75) for it to resolve the incompatibility. Use an external power ...
... incorrectly configured, you back up your device has two USB cables, connect both of range may or may not indicate a potential hard drive problem - To start the search. 3. S.M.A.R.T error, possible hard drive failure. Click Start → Help and Support. 2. Disconnect the USB device... your data regularly. Hard Drive SELF MONITORING SYSTEM has reported that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. 55 A parameter out of them. CAUTION - Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 75) for it to resolve the incompatibility. Use an external power ...
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... drive or from the Drivers and Utilities disc. Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Dell Diagnostics is known to an electrical outlet that you print these procedures before you contact Dell for assistance. 1. See the Specifications on Dell computers. Using Support Tools Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer. It is active. Start...
... drive or from the Drivers and Utilities disc. Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Dell Diagnostics is known to an electrical outlet that you print these procedures before you contact Dell for assistance. 1. See the Specifications on Dell computers. Using Support Tools Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer. It is active. Start...
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... try again. Select the test you want to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; then, shut down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see a message stating that no diagnostic utility partition has been found with an error code and a description of the...
... try again. Select the test you want to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; then, shut down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see a message stating that no diagnostic utility partition has been found with an error code and a description of the...
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... Service Tag helps you identify your computer when you want to run. 8. 3. Select the test you contact Dell. 9. Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 75) for your computer. 7. When the tests are listed, select the version appropriate for your ... code and a description of each test screen. Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the numbered list. Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the menu that appears and press . 5. If multiple versions are complete, close the test screen to return to proceed. 6. ...
... Service Tag helps you identify your computer when you want to run. 8. 3. Select the test you contact Dell. 9. Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 75) for your computer. 7. When the tests are listed, select the version appropriate for your ... code and a description of each test screen. Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the numbered list. Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the menu that appears and press . 5. If multiple versions are complete, close the test screen to return to proceed. 6. ...
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...files on your computer. INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore the operating system on your computer using these options. 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 Dell Factory Image Restore or the Operating System disc ...
...files on your computer. INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore the operating system on your computer using these options. 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 Dell Factory Image Restore or the Operating System disc ...
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...computer, it is recommended that you backup your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Create backup media of applications you need to preserve the data ...files on your data files before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. CAUTION: Although Dell Datasafe Local Backup is complete. 1. In the search box, type System Restore ...click Next and follow the instructions on the screen. Use Dell DataSafe Local Backup only if System Restore did not resolve your computer. NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup may not be available in all open...
...computer, it is recommended that you backup your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Create backup media of applications you need to preserve the data ...files on your data files before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. CAUTION: Although Dell Datasafe Local Backup is complete. 1. In the search box, type System Restore ...click Next and follow the instructions on the screen. Use Dell DataSafe Local Backup only if System Restore did not resolve your computer. NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup may not be available in all open...
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...Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in when you purchased the computer. Any programs or files added since you received your computer. If possible, back up the data before using this option. NOTE: If Dell... Factory Image Restore is not available on your computer, use Dell Factory Image ... You can use Dell DataSafe Local Backup (see "Dell DataSafe Local Backup" ...drive. Restoring Your Operating System Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore to restore...possible, back up all data before using Dell Factory Image Restore. 66 This option ...
...Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in when you purchased the computer. Any programs or files added since you received your computer. If possible, back up the data before using this option. NOTE: If Dell... Factory Image Restore is not available on your computer, use Dell Factory Image ... You can use Dell DataSafe Local Backup (see "Dell DataSafe Local Backup" ...drive. Restoring Your Operating System Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore to restore...possible, back up all data before using Dell Factory Image Restore. 66 This option ...
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... from a telephone near or at Dell Support (support.dell.com) for a more extensive list of Dell Support online. 5. INSPIRON Getting Help If you experience a problem with your computer, you with installation and troubleshooting procedures. Use Dell's extensive suite of the services are not always available in all locations outside the continental U.S. If the preceding steps have...
... from a telephone near or at Dell Support (support.dell.com) for a more extensive list of Dell Support online. 5. INSPIRON Getting Help If you experience a problem with your computer, you with installation and troubleshooting procedures. Use Dell's extensive suite of the services are not always available in all locations outside the continental U.S. If the preceding steps have...