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... setup. 38 Setting Up Your Computer If you cannot connect to the Internet but you did not receive a setup CD, click Set up my connection manually, continue to step 6. Contact your ISP to complete the setup. NOTE: If you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from your ISP...Connection Wizard appears. 3 Click Connect to the Internet. 4 In the next window, click the appropriate option: • If you selected Set up my connection manually. • If you are having problems connecting to the Internet, see "E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems" on the screen to check the service status, ...
... setup. 38 Setting Up Your Computer If you cannot connect to the Internet but you did not receive a setup CD, click Set up my connection manually, continue to step 6. Contact your ISP to complete the setup. NOTE: If you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from your ISP...Connection Wizard appears. 3 Click Connect to the Internet. 4 In the next window, click the appropriate option: • If you selected Set up my connection manually. • If you are having problems connecting to the Internet, see "E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems" on the screen to check the service status, ...
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Setting Up a Printer NOTICE: Complete the operating system setup before you connect a printer to the printer owner's manual or contact the printer manufacturer. For technical assistance, refer to the computer. If you purchased a printer cable at the same time you purchased your ... connects to your computer, the cable may arrive in the computer's shipping box. Your printer may not be available in progress. NOTE: Access to the Dell™ Knowledge Base document may not come with a printer cable, so if you purchase a cable separately, ensure that came with the printer for setup ...
Setting Up a Printer NOTICE: Complete the operating system setup before you connect a printer to the printer owner's manual or contact the printer manufacturer. For technical assistance, refer to the computer. If you purchased a printer cable at the same time you purchased your ... connects to your computer, the cable may arrive in the computer's shipping box. Your printer may not be available in progress. NOTE: Access to the Dell™ Knowledge Base document may not come with a printer cable, so if you purchase a cable separately, ensure that came with the printer for setup ...
Owner's Manual
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5 At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next. If you installed additional hardware, the drivers for hardware that driver is not listed, then that came with the driver ... example, Audio or Video). 3 Double-click the name of the device for which you must first enable the Consumer IR port in your operating system. Manually Reinstalling Drivers NOTE: If your computer has a Consumer IR port and you are automatically displayed in the My Drivers-The ResourceCD has identified these components...
5 At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next. If you installed additional hardware, the drivers for hardware that driver is not listed, then that came with the driver ... example, Audio or Video). 3 Double-click the name of the device for which you must first enable the Consumer IR port in your operating system. Manually Reinstalling Drivers NOTE: If your computer has a Consumer IR port and you are automatically displayed in the My Drivers-The ResourceCD has identified these components...
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...Help and Support. Use the disc only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. • If you can either automatically or manually create a restore point from the Windows Vista Back Up and Restore Center. See the Windows Help and Support Center for the Windows default view,... so they may not apply if you set your Dell computer to restore your operating system. Troubleshooting 151 Use Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your data files. NOTICE:...
...Help and Support. Use the disc only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. • If you can either automatically or manually create a restore point from the Windows Vista Back Up and Restore Center. See the Windows Help and Support Center for the Windows default view,... so they may not apply if you set your Dell computer to restore your operating system. Troubleshooting 151 Use Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your data files. NOTICE:...
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... the partition was turned on as a local administrator, a message appears stating that you that you do not log on as administrator. NOTE: Do not manually shut down the computer. If you remove PC Restore from the hard drive, you cannot ever recall it to restore your computer, even to its...state it was in when you will never be able to use PC Restore to the computer as a local administrator. 4 When prompted, click Finish to c:\dell\utilities\DSR. 3 Double-click the filename DSRIRRemv2.exe. Click Quit, and then log on your computer. NOTE: If the partition for PC Restore does ...
... the partition was turned on as a local administrator, a message appears stating that you that you do not log on as administrator. NOTE: Do not manually shut down the computer. If you remove PC Restore from the hard drive, you cannot ever recall it to restore your computer, even to its...state it was in when you will never be able to use PC Restore to the computer as a local administrator. 4 When prompted, click Finish to c:\dell\utilities\DSR. 3 Double-click the filename DSRIRRemv2.exe. Click Quit, and then log on your computer. NOTE: If the partition for PC Restore does ...
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...through CFI for the duration of your computer. FCC Notice (U.S. Support for third-party software and peripherals is provided by Dell not under the Dell brand (printers, scanners, cameras, games, etc). Only) FCC Class B This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate...computer and any internal expansion cards, or Dell-branded module bay or ExpressCard accessories. In addition, any optional support service contract purchased with the computer. 2 All Dell-standard components included in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction manual, may cause interference with the limits ...
...through CFI for the duration of your computer. FCC Notice (U.S. Support for third-party software and peripherals is provided by Dell not under the Dell brand (printers, scanners, cameras, games, etc). Only) FCC Class B This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate...computer and any internal expansion cards, or Dell-branded module bay or ExpressCard accessories. In addition, any optional support service contract purchased with the computer. 2 All Dell-standard components included in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction manual, may cause interference with the limits ...
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... Corporation in this document is strictly forbidden. Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, and Vostro are either potential damage to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Dell Inc. is subject to avoid the problem. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows...trade names may be used in the United States and/or other than its own. June 2007 Rev. Dell™ Vostro™ 1500 and Inspiron™ 1520/1521 Service Manual Before You Begin ExpressCards Using the Memory Card Reader Optical Drive Hard Drive Hinge Cover Internal Card With ...
... Corporation in this document is strictly forbidden. Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, and Vostro are either potential damage to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Dell Inc. is subject to avoid the problem. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows...trade names may be used in the United States and/or other than its own. June 2007 Rev. Dell™ Vostro™ 1500 and Inspiron™ 1520/1521 Service Manual Before You Begin ExpressCards Using the Memory Card Reader Optical Drive Hard Drive Hinge Cover Internal Card With ...
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... Optical Drive). 3. Remove the M2 x3-mm screw that secures the wireless sniffer board to Contents Page Computer Base and Components Dell™ Vostro™ 1500 and Inspiron™ 1520/1521 Service Manual Wireless Sniffer Board Audio Connector Board Consumer Infrared (CIR) Board Modem Connector ExpressCard Cage Computer Base Wireless Sniffer Board Removing the...
... Optical Drive). 3. Remove the M2 x3-mm screw that secures the wireless sniffer board to Contents Page Computer Base and Components Dell™ Vostro™ 1500 and Inspiron™ 1520/1521 Service Manual Wireless Sniffer Board Audio Connector Board Consumer Infrared (CIR) Board Modem Connector ExpressCard Cage Computer Base Wireless Sniffer Board Removing the...
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... itself. Disconnect any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in -1 memory card reader (see the Dell Support website at support.dell.com) Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following tools: l Small flat-blade screwdriver l Phillips screwdriver l Small plastic...noted, each procedure assumes that is not authorized by Dell is off your computer from being scratched. 2. Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Vostro™ 1500 and Inspiron™ 1520/1521 Service Manual Recommended Tools Before Working Inside Your Computer This document...
... itself. Disconnect any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in -1 memory card reader (see the Dell Support website at support.dell.com) Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following tools: l Small flat-blade screwdriver l Phillips screwdriver l Small plastic...noted, each procedure assumes that is not authorized by Dell is off your computer from being scratched. 2. Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Vostro™ 1500 and Inspiron™ 1520/1521 Service Manual Recommended Tools Before Working Inside Your Computer This document...
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... a known good power source to prevent a loss of power. The file downloads to your computer at support.dell.com. 4. Back to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Vostro™ 1500 and Inspiron™ 1520/1521 Service Manual Flashing the BIOS From a CD Flashing the BIOS From the Hard Drive If a BIOS-update program CD...
... a known good power source to prevent a loss of power. The file downloads to your computer at support.dell.com. 4. Back to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Vostro™ 1500 and Inspiron™ 1520/1521 Service Manual Flashing the BIOS From a CD Flashing the BIOS From the Hard Drive If a BIOS-update program CD...
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... Page Remove the hinge cover (see Replacing the Hinge Cover). Back to Contents Page Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Dell™ Vostro™ 1500 and Inspiron™ 1520/1521 Service Manual Removing the Bluetooth Card Replacing the Bluetooth Card CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the...
... Page Remove the hinge cover (see Replacing the Hinge Cover). Back to Contents Page Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Dell™ Vostro™ 1500 and Inspiron™ 1520/1521 Service Manual Removing the Bluetooth Card Replacing the Bluetooth Card CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the...
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Back to Contents Page Using the Memory Card Reader Dell™ Vostro™ 1500 and Inspiron™ 1520/1521 Service Manual Memory Card Blanks Removing a Memory Card or Blank Installing a Memory Card The memory card reader provides a fast and convenient way to select a card and stop ...
Back to Contents Page Using the Memory Card Reader Dell™ Vostro™ 1500 and Inspiron™ 1520/1521 Service Manual Memory Card Blanks Removing a Memory Card or Blank Installing a Memory Card The memory card reader provides a fast and convenient way to select a card and stop ...
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... module cover 2 captive screw 4. Disconnect the coin-cell battery cable from the system board. 5. Back to Contents Page Coin-Cell Battery Dell™ Vostro™ 1500 and Inspiron™ 1520/1521 Service Manual Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery Removing the Coin-Cell Battery CAUTION: Before you begin any of...
... module cover 2 captive screw 4. Disconnect the coin-cell battery cable from the system board. 5. Back to Contents Page Coin-Cell Battery Dell™ Vostro™ 1500 and Inspiron™ 1520/1521 Service Manual Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery Removing the Coin-Cell Battery CAUTION: Before you begin any of...
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... the Keyboard). 6. NOTICE: To avoid damage to the processor, hold the screwdriver so that it comes to Contents Page Processor Module Dell™ Vostro™ 1500 and Inspiron™ 1520/1521 Service Manual Removing the Processor Module Replacing the Processor Module Removing the Processor Module CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the...
... the Keyboard). 6. NOTICE: To avoid damage to the processor, hold the screwdriver so that it comes to Contents Page Processor Module Dell™ Vostro™ 1500 and Inspiron™ 1520/1521 Service Manual Removing the Processor Module Replacing the Processor Module Removing the Processor Module CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the...
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... on the system board. 2. Replace the palm rest (see Removing the Optical Drive). 3. Back to Contents Page Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Dell™ Vostro™ 1500 and Inspiron™ 1520/1521 Service Manual Removing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Replacing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Removing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly CAUTION: Before you...
... on the system board. 2. Replace the palm rest (see Removing the Optical Drive). 3. Back to Contents Page Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Dell™ Vostro™ 1500 and Inspiron™ 1520/1521 Service Manual Removing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Replacing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Removing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly CAUTION: Before you...
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...: Ensure that secure the Mini Card compartment cover, then remove the cover and set it aside. 4. Back to Contents Page Display Dell™ Vostro™ 1500 and Inspiron™ 1520/1521 Service Manual Display Assembly Display Bezel Display Panel Display Latch Camera and Microphone Assembly Display Assembly Removing the Display Assembly CAUTION: Before you...
...: Ensure that secure the Mini Card compartment cover, then remove the cover and set it aside. 4. Back to Contents Page Display Dell™ Vostro™ 1500 and Inspiron™ 1520/1521 Service Manual Display Assembly Display Bezel Display Panel Display Latch Camera and Microphone Assembly Display Assembly Removing the Display Assembly CAUTION: Before you...
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... optical drive (see Removing the Optical Drive). 3. Remove the two M2.5 x 5-mm screws that secure the fan to Contents Page Fan Dell™ Vostro™ 1500 and Inspiron™ 1520/1521 Service Manual Removing the Fan Replacing the Fan Removing the Fan CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in...
... optical drive (see Removing the Optical Drive). 3. Remove the two M2.5 x 5-mm screws that secure the fan to Contents Page Fan Dell™ Vostro™ 1500 and Inspiron™ 1520/1521 Service Manual Removing the Fan Replacing the Fan Removing the Fan CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in...
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... the graphics card assembly to Contents Page Graphics Card Assembly Dell™ Vostro™ 1500 and Inspiron™ 1520/1521 Service Manual Removing the Graphics Card Assembly Replacing the Graphics Card Assembly NOTE: The graphics card assembly is available as an option on the Vostro 1500 and Inspiron 1520 only. Follow the instructions in the Product...
... the graphics card assembly to Contents Page Graphics Card Assembly Dell™ Vostro™ 1500 and Inspiron™ 1520/1521 Service Manual Removing the Graphics Card Assembly Replacing the Graphics Card Assembly NOTE: The graphics card assembly is available as an option on the Vostro 1500 and Inspiron 1520 only. Follow the instructions in the Product...
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...drive out of the hard drive bezel, then pull to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Vostro™ 1500 and Inspiron™ 1520/1521 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives obtained from sources other ...than Dell. CAUTION: Do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive if...
...drive out of the hard drive bezel, then pull to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Vostro™ 1500 and Inspiron™ 1520/1521 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives obtained from sources other ...than Dell. CAUTION: Do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive if...
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... for your computer, as needed (see "Restoring Your Operating System" in damage to the drive. Excessive force may result in your Owner's Manual). 1 hard drive bezel 2 M3 x 3-mm screws (2) 3 hard drive Replacing the Hard Drive CAUTION: Before you begin any of the... procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual). 5. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as needed (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE...
... for your computer, as needed (see "Restoring Your Operating System" in damage to the drive. Excessive force may result in your Owner's Manual). 1 hard drive bezel 2 M3 x 3-mm screws (2) 3 hard drive Replacing the Hard Drive CAUTION: Before you begin any of the... procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in your Owner's Manual). 5. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as needed (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE...