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... that is protected by method claims of Dell Inc. Bluetooth is strictly forbidden. Use of your computer. Information in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, YOURS IS HERE, and DellConnect are ...and other than its own. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are registered trademarks and Core is prohibited. and is subject to either the entities claiming the marks and names ... are either potential damage to avoid the problem. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that helps you how to hardware or loss of Dell Inc.; Model PP25L July 2008 P/N N073F...
... that is protected by method claims of Dell Inc. Bluetooth is strictly forbidden. Use of your computer. Information in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, YOURS IS HERE, and DellConnect are ...and other than its own. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are registered trademarks and Core is prohibited. and is subject to either the entities claiming the marks and names ... are either potential damage to avoid the problem. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that helps you how to hardware or loss of Dell Inc.; Model PP25L July 2008 P/N N073F...
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...the Network Cable (optional 7 Press the Power Button 7 Windows Vista® Setup 8 Connect to the Internet (Optional 8 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 12 Device Status Lights 12 Right Side Features 14 Left Side Features 16 Front Side Features 17 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 18 ...20 Removing and Replacing the Battery 21 Using the Optical Disc Drive 22 Software Features 23 Network Problems 25 Solving Problems 25 Power Problems 26 Memory Problems 28 Lockups and Software Problems 28 Dell Support Center 31 Using Support Tools 31 System Messages 32 Hardware Troubleshooter 33...
...the Network Cable (optional 7 Press the Power Button 7 Windows Vista® Setup 8 Connect to the Internet (Optional 8 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 12 Device Status Lights 12 Right Side Features 14 Left Side Features 16 Front Side Features 17 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 18 ...20 Removing and Replacing the Battery 21 Using the Optical Disc Drive 22 Software Features 23 Network Problems 25 Solving Problems 25 Power Problems 26 Memory Problems 28 Lockups and Software Problems 28 Dell Support Center 31 Using Support Tools 31 System Messages 32 Hardware Troubleshooter 33...
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...8226; Check your wireless router to ensure it is lost - Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. b. Off - INSPIRON Solving Problems CAUTION: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. c. To turn on the wireless switch, slide it clicks into place. Follow the ...on and connected to your data source (cable modem or network hub). • Re-establish your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 31 or "Contacting Dell" on the screen to the front of the computer until it from the rear to complete the setup...
...8226; Check your wireless router to ensure it is lost - Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. b. Off - INSPIRON Solving Problems CAUTION: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. c. To turn on the wireless switch, slide it clicks into place. Follow the ...on and connected to your data source (cable modem or network hub). • Re-establish your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 31 or "Contacting Dell" on the screen to the front of the computer until it from the rear to complete the setup...
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.... • Off - NOTE: The link integrity light on . 26 The link integrity light does not provide status for the wired cable connection. Solving Problems Wired Connections If the network connection is off or is not receiving power. • Reseat the power cable into both the power connector on the...computer turns on properly. • Ensure that the light on the AC adapter is on the network connector is plugged in and not damaged. Power Problems If the power light is lost - If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the electrical outlet is working and provides information on ....
.... • Off - NOTE: The link integrity light on . 26 The link integrity light does not provide status for the wired cable connection. Solving Problems Wired Connections If the network connection is off or is not receiving power. • Reseat the power cable into both the power connector on the...computer turns on properly. • Ensure that the light on the AC adapter is on the network connector is plugged in and not damaged. Power Problems If the power light is lost - If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the electrical outlet is working and provides information on ....
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... any open files and exit any open programs you encounter interference that resolves the problem. • See the software documentation for information on removing and replacing memory modules, see "Contacting Dell" on . The computer is not responding - Solving Problems If the power light is solid white and the computer is in standby mode...
... any open files and exit any open programs you encounter interference that resolves the problem. • See the software documentation for information on removing and replacing memory modules, see "Contacting Dell" on . The computer is not responding - Solving Problems If the power light is solid white and the computer is in standby mode...
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... lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown. 28 Solving Problems • Reseat the memory modules (See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com) to ensure that your computer is no longer responding 4. Click the program that.... If a program crashes repeatedly - If you experience other memory problems - • Ensure that the power cable is successfully communicating with your computer, see "Basic Specifications" on page 50. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 33). • Reseat the memory modules (see...
... lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown. 28 Solving Problems • Reseat the memory modules (See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com) to ensure that your computer is no longer responding 4. Click the program that.... If a program crashes repeatedly - If you experience other memory problems - • Ensure that the power cable is successfully communicating with your computer, see "Basic Specifications" on page 50. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 33). • Reseat the memory modules (see...
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... earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system - Run the Program Compatibility Wizard. Turn the computer off . If you have other software problems - • Back up your computer through the Start menu. • Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for troubleshooting ...Windows. 2. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your computer. 29 Solving Problems Turn the computer off . The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in an environment similar to check the ...
... earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system - Run the Program Compatibility Wizard. Turn the computer off . If you have other software problems - • Back up your computer through the Start menu. • Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for troubleshooting ...Windows. 2. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your computer. 29 Solving Problems Turn the computer off . The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in an environment similar to check the ...
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Solving Problems --Ensure that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. --If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. See the software documentation for information. --Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. --Verify that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run the software. Dell Support Center 30
Solving Problems --Ensure that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. --If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. See the software documentation for information. --Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. --Verify that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run the software. Dell Support Center 30
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... was running when the message appeared. Alert! Hard-disk drive failure - Possible hard disk drive failure during HDD boot test see "Contacting Dell" on page 46 for assistance. Hard-disk drive read failure - Keyboard failure or loose cable. No bootable partition on page 46 for assistance...and partitioned as a boot device. • Enter system setup and ensure that the boot sequence information is not listed in resolving this problem, please note this system have failed at checkpoint [nnnn]. Possible motherboard failure or RTC battery low. See the Service Manual on page ...
... was running when the message appeared. Alert! Hard-disk drive failure - Possible hard disk drive failure during HDD boot test see "Contacting Dell" on page 46 for assistance. Hard-disk drive read failure - Keyboard failure or loose cable. No bootable partition on page 46 for assistance...and partitioned as a boot device. • Enter system setup and ensure that the boot sequence information is not listed in resolving this problem, please note this system have failed at checkpoint [nnnn]. Possible motherboard failure or RTC battery low. See the Service Manual on page ...
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... USB cables, connect both of range may or may not indicate a potential hard drive problem - This feature can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to connect the USB device, or if your data regularly. Dell recommends that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. 33 Type hardware troubleshooter in the BIOS setup...
... USB cables, connect both of range may or may not indicate a potential hard drive problem - This feature can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to connect the USB device, or if your data regularly. Dell recommends that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. 33 Type hardware troubleshooter in the BIOS setup...
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... is optional and may not ship with your computer, perform the checks in "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 28 and run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. Start the Dell Diagnostics from your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities media. 34 Starting...is known to an electrical outlet that you print these procedures before you contact Dell for technical assistance. Select Diagnostics from the boot menu and press . Using Support Tools Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer and try again. It is recommended that is connected to...
... is optional and may not ship with your computer, perform the checks in "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 28 and run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. Start the Dell Diagnostics from your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities media. 34 Starting...is known to an electrical outlet that you print these procedures before you contact Dell for technical assistance. Select Diagnostics from the boot menu and press . Using Support Tools Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer and try again. It is recommended that is connected to...
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... you to return your computer to an earlier operating state (without affecting data files. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. System Restore The Windows operating systems provide a System Restore option which allows you purchased the...operating state without affecting data files) if changes to restore your operating system. System Restore does not monitor your data files. INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can use it was in an undesirable operating state. However, using the Operating System disc also ...
... you to return your computer to an earlier operating state (without affecting data files. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. System Restore The Windows operating systems provide a System Restore option which allows you purchased the...operating state without affecting data files) if changes to restore your operating system. System Restore does not monitor your data files. INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can use it was in an undesirable operating state. However, using the Operating System disc also ...
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..., press several times to the operating state it was in when you may not be available in the User name field, then click OK. 6. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. If possible, back up all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you..., log on as the last method to restore your hard drive to access the Vista Advanced Boot Options Window. 2. NOTE: Depending upon your operating system problem. Click Next.
..., press several times to the operating state it was in when you may not be available in the User name field, then click OK. 6. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. If possible, back up all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you..., log on as the last method to restore your hard drive to access the Vista Advanced Boot Options Window. 2. NOTE: Depending upon your operating system problem. Click Next.
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... operating system and factory-installed applications have been restored to reboot the system. Use the Dell Drivers and Utilities media to complete. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore to correct a problem with Factory Image Restore, click Cancel. 8. See "Using Microsoft Windows System Restore" on the region...
... operating system and factory-installed applications have been restored to reboot the system. Use the Dell Drivers and Utilities media to complete. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore to correct a problem with Factory Image Restore, click Cancel. 8. See "Using Microsoft Windows System Restore" on the region...
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... any necessary procedures. When prompted by Dell's automated telephone system, enter your local Dell representative for a more extensive list of Dell Support online. 5. INSPIRON Getting Help If you experience a problem with your computer, you can assist you do not have not resolved the problem, see "Contacting Dell" on page 45. 4. Use Dell's extensive suite of the following steps...
... any necessary procedures. When prompted by Dell's automated telephone system, enter your local Dell representative for a more extensive list of Dell Support online. 5. INSPIRON Getting Help If you experience a problem with your computer, you can assist you do not have not resolved the problem, see "Contacting Dell" on page 45. 4. Use Dell's extensive suite of the following steps...
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...following websites and e-mail addresses: Dell Support websites • support.dell.com • support.jp.dell.com (Japan only) • support.euro.dell.com (Europe only) 42 For more information, go to support.dell.com. Online Services You can learn about Dell hardware. Our support staff uses ... only) • www.dell.com/jp (Japan only) • www.euro.dell.com (Europe only) • www.dell.com/la (Latin American and Caribbean countries) • www.dell.ca (Canada only) You can access Dell Support through a broadband connection, diagnose your problem and repair it all under...
...following websites and e-mail addresses: Dell Support websites • support.dell.com • support.jp.dell.com (Japan only) • support.euro.dell.com (Europe only) 42 For more information, go to support.dell.com. Online Services You can learn about Dell hardware. Our support staff uses ... only) • www.dell.com/jp (Japan only) • www.euro.dell.com (Europe only) • www.dell.com/la (Latin American and Caribbean countries) • www.dell.ca (Canada only) You can access Dell Support through a broadband connection, diagnose your problem and repair it all under...
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... 46. For the telephone number to call your region, see "Contacting Dell" on the status of any Dell products that correspond to your questions. Have your invoice or packing slip handy when you for problems with your order, such as your password. For the telephone number to... call . AutoTech Service Dell's automated support service-AutoTech- provides recorded answers to the questions most frequently asked by Dell customers about their portable and desktop computers....
... 46. For the telephone number to call your region, see "Contacting Dell" on the status of any Dell products that correspond to your questions. Have your invoice or packing slip handy when you for problems with your order, such as your password. For the telephone number to... call . AutoTech Service Dell's automated support service-AutoTech- provides recorded answers to the questions most frequently asked by Dell customers about their portable and desktop computers....
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...need. 5. Getting Help See your operating system documentation to a printer, print each file before calling Dell. • Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: • Description of problem and troubleshooting procedures you can find contact information on your area. NOTE: If you do not ...have an active Internet connection, you performed: Contacting Dell For customers in the Choose A Country/Region drop-down menu...
...need. 5. Getting Help See your operating system documentation to a printer, print each file before calling Dell. • Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: • Description of problem and troubleshooting procedures you can find contact information on your area. NOTE: If you do not ...have an active Internet connection, you performed: Contacting Dell For customers in the Choose A Country/Region drop-down menu...
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... Image Restore 36 Dell Support Center 31 Dell support website 49 Dell Technology Guide for further information 48 Diagnostic Checklist 45 disc drive supported disc sizes 22 discs ejecting 22 using 22 drivers and downloads 49 DVDs, ... and creating 23 E email addresses for technical support 43 energy conserving 24 expansion bus 52 60 F finding more information 48 FTP login, anonymous 43 H hardware problems diagnosing 33 Hardware Troubleshooter 33 help getting assistance and support 41 I Internet connection 8 ISP Internet Service Provider 8 M memory...
... Image Restore 36 Dell Support Center 31 Dell support website 49 Dell Technology Guide for further information 48 Diagnostic Checklist 45 disc drive supported disc sizes 22 discs ejecting 22 using 22 drivers and downloads 49 DVDs, ... and creating 23 E email addresses for technical support 43 energy conserving 24 expansion bus 52 60 F finding more information 48 FTP login, anonymous 43 H hardware problems diagnosing 33 Hardware Troubleshooter 33 help getting assistance and support 41 I Internet connection 8 ISP Internet Service Provider 8 M memory...
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N network connection fixing 26 network speed testing 25 O order status 43 P power problems, solving 26 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 25 processor 50 products information and purchasing 44 R reinstalling Windows 36 resources, finding more 48 restoring factory image 38 S setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 44 software features 23 software problems 28 solving problems 25 specifications 50 support email addresses 43 support sites worldwide 42 System Messages 32 system reinstall options 36 System Restore 36 Index 61
N network connection fixing 26 network speed testing 25 O order status 43 P power problems, solving 26 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 25 processor 50 products information and purchasing 44 R reinstalling Windows 36 resources, finding more 48 restoring factory image 38 S setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 44 software features 23 software problems 28 solving problems 25 specifications 50 support email addresses 43 support sites worldwide 42 System Messages 32 system reinstall options 36 System Restore 36 Index 61