Service Manual
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... computer. is subject to avoid the problem. A00 disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2008 Dell Inc. Reproduction of these materials in any proprietary interest in the United States and/or other than its own. Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual Technical Overview... Replacing the System Board Replacing the Power Supply Replacing the Battery Replacing the Rubber Foot System Setup Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to change without the written permission of Dell Inc. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates ...
... computer. is subject to avoid the problem. A00 disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2008 Dell Inc. Reproduction of these materials in any proprietary interest in the United States and/or other than its own. Dell Studio™ 540 Service Manual Technical Overview... Replacing the System Board Replacing the Power Supply Replacing the Battery Replacing the Rubber Foot System Setup Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to change without the written permission of Dell Inc. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates ...
Setup Guide
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... 11 Connect to the Internet (Optional 11 Using Your Studio 540 14 Front View Features 14 Back View Features 17 Back Panel Connectors 18 Software Features 20 Solving Problems 22 Network Problems 22 Power Problems 23 Memory Problems 25 Lockups and Software Problems 26 Using Support Tools 28 Dell Support Center 28 System Messages 29 Hardware Troubleshooter 30...
... 11 Connect to the Internet (Optional 11 Using Your Studio 540 14 Front View Features 14 Back View Features 17 Back Panel Connectors 18 Software Features 20 Solving Problems 22 Network Problems 22 Power Problems 23 Memory Problems 25 Lockups and Software Problems 26 Using Support Tools 28 Dell Support Center 28 System Messages 29 Hardware Troubleshooter 30...
Setup Guide
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...writes data. Connects to eject a disc from the optical drive. 5 IEEE 1394 connector - Using Your Studio 540 8 Power button and light - there may be a problem with either the system board or power supply. 9 Hard drive activity light - the computer is blinking. 15 Turns on or off the ...the center of data, never turn off when pressed. A blinking blue light indicates hard drive activity. The light in power-on the back of your computer. there may be a problem with the system board. • Solid amber - NOTICE: To avoid loss of this button indicates the...
...writes data. Connects to eject a disc from the optical drive. 5 IEEE 1394 connector - Using Your Studio 540 8 Power button and light - there may be a problem with either the system board or power supply. 9 Hard drive activity light - the computer is blinking. 15 Turns on or off the ...the center of data, never turn off when pressed. A blinking blue light indicates hard drive activity. The light in power-on the back of your computer. there may be a problem with the system board. • Solid amber - NOTICE: To avoid loss of this button indicates the...
Setup Guide
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... service personnel should remove the computer cover. Network Problems Wireless Connections If the network connection is powered on the screen to ensure it is lost - For additional safety best practice information, see "Using Support Tools" on page 28 or "Contacting Dell" on www.dell.com at support.dell.com for your computer. Follow the instructions...
... service personnel should remove the computer cover. Network Problems Wireless Connections If the network connection is powered on the screen to ensure it is lost - For additional safety best practice information, see "Using Support Tools" on page 28 or "Contacting Dell" on www.dell.com at support.dell.com for your computer. Follow the instructions...
Setup Guide
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... a lamp. 23 The cable is turned on the status: • Green - The computer is lost - Power Problems If the power light is off or is not receiving power. • Reseat the power cable into both the power connector on the computer and the electrical outlet. • If the computer is plugged into... a power strip, ensure that the power strip is plugged into an electrical outlet and that the power strip is loose or damaged. • Check the cable to verify that the computer turns on properly. •...
... a lamp. 23 The cable is turned on the status: • Green - The computer is lost - Power Problems If the power light is off or is not receiving power. • Reseat the power cable into both the power connector on the computer and the electrical outlet. • If the computer is plugged into... a power strip, ensure that the power strip is plugged into an electrical outlet and that the power strip is loose or damaged. • Check the cable to verify that the computer turns on properly. •...
Setup Guide
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... or blocking other signals. The computer has a power problem or an internal device malfunction. The display may have to remove and then reinstall the memory modules (for information on removing and replacing memory modules, see "Contacting Dell" on the trackpad or a connected mouse, or press the power button to the same electrical outlet. 24...
... or blocking other signals. The computer has a power problem or an internal device malfunction. The display may have to remove and then reinstall the memory modules (for information on removing and replacing memory modules, see "Contacting Dell" on the trackpad or a connected mouse, or press the power button to the same electrical outlet. 24...
Setup Guide
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... computer turns off . If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that the power cable is firmly connected to the computer and to non-Windows Vista operating system environments. 1. Click Start → Control Panel→...operating system shutdown. Then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system - In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. Solving Problems Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up - Press simultaneously. 2....
... computer turns off . If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that the power cable is firmly connected to the computer and to non-Windows Vista operating system environments. 1. Click Start → Control Panel→...operating system shutdown. Then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system - In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. Solving Problems Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up - Press simultaneously. 2....
Setup Guide
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...8226; Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off . Solving Problems --Ensure that your computer. If a solid blue screen appears - See the software documentation for information. --Ensure that the device drivers do... the minimum hardware requirements needed to get a response by pressing a key on your pointer or mouse, press and hold the power button for troubleshooting information: --Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. --Verify that the program is compatible with the...
...8226; Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off . Solving Problems --Ensure that your computer. If a solid blue screen appears - See the software documentation for information. --Ensure that the device drivers do... the minimum hardware requirements needed to get a response by pressing a key on your pointer or mouse, press and hold the power button for troubleshooting information: --Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. --Verify that the program is compatible with the...
Setup Guide
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... up your device has two USB cables, connect both of range may or may not indicate a potential hard drive problem - Your USB device needs more power for it to resolve the incompatibility. Hard Drive SELF MONITORING SYSTEM has reported that you can be malfunctioning or motherboard ... error, possible hard disk drive failure. USB over current error - This feature can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to function properly. Dell recommends that a parameter has exceeded its normal operating range. No timer tick interrupt - Click Start → Help and Support. 2.
... up your device has two USB cables, connect both of range may or may not indicate a potential hard drive problem - Your USB device needs more power for it to resolve the incompatibility. Hard Drive SELF MONITORING SYSTEM has reported that you can be malfunctioning or motherboard ... error, possible hard disk drive failure. USB over current error - This feature can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to function properly. Dell recommends that a parameter has exceeded its normal operating range. No timer tick interrupt - Click Start → Help and Support. 2.
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Index ISP Internet Service Provider 11 L line-in connector 15 M media card reader 16 memory minimum and maximum 47 memory problems solving 25 Memory Stick reader 16 memory support 47 microphone connector 15 Microsoft Windows Vista 11 MMC 16 Multi Media Card reader 16 56 N network connection fixing 23 network connector location 18 network speed testing 22 O order status 40 P power button and light 15 power connector 17 power problems, solving 23 problems, solving 22 processor 46 products information and purchasing 40
Index ISP Internet Service Provider 11 L line-in connector 15 M media card reader 16 memory minimum and maximum 47 memory problems solving 25 Memory Stick reader 16 memory support 47 microphone connector 15 Microsoft Windows Vista 11 MMC 16 Multi Media Card reader 16 56 N network connection fixing 23 network connector location 18 network speed testing 22 O order status 40 P power button and light 15 power connector 17 power problems, solving 23 problems, solving 22 processor 46 products information and purchasing 40