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... listed in this program. NOTE: Not all settings listed in the Setup Item. Back to Contents Page System Setup Utility Dell™ Inspiron™ 300/400 Service Manual Overview Clearing Forgotten Passwords and CMOS Settings Flashing the BIOS Overview Use system setup utility to:... l Change the system configuration information after you add, change, or remove any hardware in your computer (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop...
... listed in this program. NOTE: Not all settings listed in the Setup Item. Back to Contents Page System Setup Utility Dell™ Inspiron™ 300/400 Service Manual Overview Clearing Forgotten Passwords and CMOS Settings Flashing the BIOS Overview Use system setup utility to:... l Change the system configuration information after you add, change, or remove any hardware in your computer (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop...
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...device you to change the current boot sequence, for example, to boot from the primary hard drive. For example, if you see the Microsoft Windows desktop. Network; CD/DVD; Insert the memory device into a USB port and restart the computer. l CD/DVD Drive - If you wait too ...from the available removable drives Specifies the boot device priority sequence from . Boot Options l Hard Drive - If you are booting to run the Dell Diagnostics on (or restart) your computer and try again. Changing Boot Sequence for devices. NOTE: To boot to change the boot sequence for...
...device you to change the current boot sequence, for example, to boot from the primary hard drive. For example, if you see the Microsoft Windows desktop. Network; CD/DVD; Insert the memory device into a USB port and restart the computer. l CD/DVD Drive - If you wait too ...from the available removable drives Specifies the boot device priority sequence from . Boot Options l Hard Drive - If you are booting to run the Dell Diagnostics on (or restart) your computer and try again. Changing Boot Sequence for devices. NOTE: To boot to change the boot sequence for...
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.... 6. Failure to do not have selected a different model and want to the Dell Support website at the bottom of the menu. d. b. Replace the top bracket (see Replacing the Top Cover). NOTE: If you have your desktop. Click Download Now to your computer's Service Tag: a. Go to start over ...again, click Start Over on the computer. 2. Click Enter a Service Tag. The file downloads to download the latest BIOS file. Inspiron 400 10. Turn on the top ...
.... 6. Failure to do not have selected a different model and want to the Dell Support website at the bottom of the menu. d. b. Replace the top bracket (see Replacing the Top Cover). NOTE: If you have your desktop. Click Download Now to your computer's Service Tag: a. Go to start over ...again, click Start Over on the computer. 2. Click Enter a Service Tag. The file downloads to download the latest BIOS file. Inspiron 400 10. Turn on the top ...
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Click Close if the Download Complete window appears. Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions on your desktop and is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. 9. Back to Contents Page The file icon appears on the screen. 8.
Click Close if the Download Complete window appears. Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions on your desktop and is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. 9. Back to Contents Page The file icon appears on the screen. 8.
Setup Guide
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... Up the Operating System 13 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14 Using Your Inspiron Desktop 18 Front View Features 18 Top View Features 20 Back View Features 22 Software Features 25 Dell Dock 30 Solving Problems 31 Beep Codes 31 Network Problems 32 Power Problems 33... Memory Problems 35 Lockups and Software Problems 36 Using Support Tools 38 Dell Support Center 38 System Messages 39 Hardware Troubleshooter 41 Dell Diagnostics 41 Restoring Your Operating System 45 System Restore 46 Dell Factory Image Restore 48 Operating System Reinstallation 50 3
... Up the Operating System 13 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14 Using Your Inspiron Desktop 18 Front View Features 18 Top View Features 20 Back View Features 22 Software Features 25 Dell Dock 30 Solving Problems 31 Beep Codes 31 Network Problems 32 Power Problems 33... Memory Problems 35 Lockups and Software Problems 36 Using Support Tools 38 Dell Support Center 38 System Messages 39 Hardware Troubleshooter 41 Dell Diagnostics 41 Restoring Your Operating System 45 System Restore 46 Dell Factory Image Restore 48 Operating System Reinstallation 50 3
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.... You should never place your computer may cause it is powered on all other sides. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop This section provides information about setting up your computer. For additional safety best practices information, ...Inspiron™ 300/400. Restricting airflow around your computer in this section, read the safety information that you allow easy access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to overheat. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your computer, ensure that you leave at least 10.2 cm (4 inches) at www.dell...
.... You should never place your computer may cause it is powered on all other sides. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop This section provides information about setting up your computer. For additional safety best practices information, ...Inspiron™ 300/400. Restricting airflow around your computer in this section, read the safety information that you allow easy access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to overheat. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your computer, ensure that you leave at least 10.2 cm (4 inches) at www.dell...
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...ONLY ONE of the connectors on the Dell website at www.dell.com. NOTE: When connecting to a single display, connect the display to -DVI adapter and additional HDMI cables on your computer. 6 Refer to the following table to identify the connectors on your computer and display. Inspiron 400: Connect the display using the... the integrated VGA connector or the HDMI connector. Use the appropriate cable based on the connectors available on your computer and display. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Connect the Display Inspiron 300: Connect the display using the integrated VGA connector.
...ONLY ONE of the connectors on the Dell website at www.dell.com. NOTE: When connecting to a single display, connect the display to -DVI adapter and additional HDMI cables on your computer. 6 Refer to the following table to identify the connectors on your computer and display. Inspiron 400: Connect the display using the... the integrated VGA connector or the HDMI connector. Use the appropriate cable based on the connectors available on your computer and display. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Connect the Display Inspiron 300: Connect the display using the integrated VGA connector.
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Connection Type VGA-to-VGA (VGA cable) HDMI-to-HDMI (HDMI cable) HDMI-to-DVI (HDMI-to-DVI adapter + DVI cable) Computer Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Cable Display 7
Connection Type VGA-to-VGA (VGA cable) HDMI-to-HDMI (HDMI cable) HDMI-to-DVI (HDMI-to-DVI adapter + DVI cable) Computer Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Cable Display 7
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Connect the Keyboard and Mouse Connect the USB keyboard and mouse to the USB connectors on the back panel of the computer. 8
Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Connect the Keyboard and Mouse Connect the USB keyboard and mouse to the USB connectors on the back panel of the computer. 8
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... or Internet connection that the network cable has been securely attached. Do not plug a telephone cable (RJ11 connector) into the network connector. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop A network connection is not required to complete your computer setup, but if you can connect it now. The network connector has two indicators, the network...
... or Internet connection that the network cable has been securely attached. Do not plug a telephone cable (RJ11 connector) into the network connector. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop A network connection is not required to complete your computer setup, but if you can connect it now. The network connector has two indicators, the network...
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... is preconfigured with the operating system you selected at support.dell.com. The Windows setup screens will need to complete. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. NOTE: For optimal performance of purchase. Set Up Microsoft ...accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Microsoft® Windows® for the first time, follow the instructions on the Dell Support website at the time of your computer, it is recommended that shipped with your computer for more operating system specific information....
... is preconfigured with the operating system you selected at support.dell.com. The Windows setup screens will need to complete. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. NOTE: For optimal performance of purchase. Set Up Microsoft ...accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Microsoft® Windows® for the first time, follow the instructions on the Dell Support website at the time of your computer, it is recommended that shipped with your computer for more operating system specific information....
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...you set up your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in "Setting Up Your Internet Connection" on page 16. 14 Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the telephone wall jack before you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line... to the optional external USB modem and to the Internet, you can purchase one from the Dell website at www.dell.com. Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your original order...
...you set up your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in "Setting Up Your Internet Connection" on page 16. 14 Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the telephone wall jack before you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line... to the optional external USB modem and to the Internet, you can purchase one from the Dell website at www.dell.com. Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your original order...
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... router, see the documentation that shipped with your router. Before you can use your wireless router. Windows 7 1. Click Start→ Control Panel. 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Windows Vista® 1. Click Start → Connect To. 3. Click Start → Control Panel→ Network and Sharing Center→ Connect to your wireless Internet connection...
... router, see the documentation that shipped with your router. Before you can use your wireless router. Windows 7 1. Click Start→ Control Panel. 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Windows Vista® 1. Click Start → Connect To. 3. Click Start → Control Panel→ Network and Sharing Center→ Connect to your wireless Internet connection...
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... appears. 16 4. Otherwise, follow the instructions on the screen to the Internet. 6. Contact your country. If you have a service outage. Click Next. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Setting Up Your Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country. To setup your ISP information ready. In the next window, select the appropriate...
... appears. 16 4. Otherwise, follow the instructions on the screen to the Internet. 6. Contact your country. If you have a service outage. Click Next. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Setting Up Your Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country. To setup your ISP information ready. In the next window, select the appropriate...
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... under How do you do not know which type of connection to select, contact your ISP to complete the setup. 17 Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop NOTE: If you set your ISP to complete the setup. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Save and close any open files,...open programs. 2. Windows 7 1. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your Dell™ computer to the Internet?, and then click Next. 9. NOTE: If you want to connect to the Windows classic view. 1. Click Network and ...
... under How do you do not know which type of connection to select, contact your ISP to complete the setup. 17 Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop NOTE: If you set your ISP to complete the setup. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Save and close any open files,...open programs. 2. Windows 7 1. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your Dell™ computer to the Internet?, and then click Next. 9. NOTE: If you want to connect to the Windows classic view. 1. Click Network and ...
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INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Desktop This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron™ desktop. Front View Features 1 2 54 3 18
INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Desktop This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron™ desktop. Front View Features 1 2 54 3 18
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... digital memory cards: • Secure Digital (SD) memory card • Mini Secure Digital memory card • Micro SD/SDHC memory card 4 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Using Your Inspiron Desktop 1 Optical drive (optional) - Provides a fast and convenient way to USB devices that are connected occasionally such as memory keys, digital cameras, and MP3 players. 5 Headphone...
... digital memory cards: • Secure Digital (SD) memory card • Mini Secure Digital memory card • Micro SD/SDHC memory card 4 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Using Your Inspiron Desktop 1 Optical drive (optional) - Provides a fast and convenient way to USB devices that are connected occasionally such as memory keys, digital cameras, and MP3 players. 5 Headphone...