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5 media controls (volume, forward, reverse, stop, play, eject) 7 AC adapter connector 9 wireless switch 11 fingerprint reader (optional) 13 touch pad buttons (2) Vostro 1510 6 keyboard 8 USB connectors (2) 10 optical device in media bay 12 touch pad 1 2 3 4 5 6 9 A 16 15 14 13 12 1 display 3 device status lights 8 About Your Computer 7 8 9 11 10 2 power button 4 keyboard status lights
5 media controls (volume, forward, reverse, stop, play, eject) 7 AC adapter connector 9 wireless switch 11 fingerprint reader (optional) 13 touch pad buttons (2) Vostro 1510 6 keyboard 8 USB connectors (2) 10 optical device in media bay 12 touch pad 1 2 3 4 5 6 9 A 16 15 14 13 12 1 display 3 device status lights 8 About Your Computer 7 8 9 11 10 2 power button 4 keyboard status lights
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Do not store your Dell™ computer in the air vents. 7 security cable slot 9 video connector 8 network connector 10 battery CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust ..., such as a closed briefcase, while it is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. Fan noise is running. Vostro 1510 1 2 8 3 7 6 1 wireless switch 3 USB connectors (2) 5 AC Adapter connector 7 video connector 4 5 2 ExpressCard/54 slot 4 air vents 6 network connector 8 battery About Your Computer 11 Restricting the airflow can damage the computer...
Do not store your Dell™ computer in the air vents. 7 security cable slot 9 video connector 8 network connector 10 battery CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust ..., such as a closed briefcase, while it is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. Fan noise is running. Vostro 1510 1 2 8 3 7 6 1 wireless switch 3 USB connectors (2) 5 AC Adapter connector 7 video connector 4 5 2 ExpressCard/54 slot 4 air vents 6 network connector 8 battery About Your Computer 11 Restricting the airflow can damage the computer...
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... or the computer. Do not store your Dell™ computer in the air vents. Fan noise is running. The computer turns on the fan when the computer gets hot. Vostro 1710 9 87 1 USB connector 3 USB connectors (2) 5 USB connector 7 network connector 9 battery 1 2 3 65 4 2 ExpressCard/54 slot 4 air vents 6 AC Adapter connector 8 VGA connector 12 About Your...
... or the computer. Do not store your Dell™ computer in the air vents. Fan noise is running. The computer turns on the fan when the computer gets hot. Vostro 1710 9 87 1 USB connector 3 USB connectors (2) 5 USB connector 7 network connector 9 battery 1 2 3 65 4 2 ExpressCard/54 slot 4 air vents 6 AC Adapter connector 8 VGA connector 12 About Your...
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... the fan or the computer. The battery is normal and does not indicate a problem with your computer. Do not use a battery from Dell. CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to work with a compatible battery purchased from other external cables from the ...environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. CAUTION: Before removing or replacing the battery, turn off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and the computer, disconnect the modem from the wall connector and computer, and remove any of fire or explosion. About...
... the fan or the computer. The battery is normal and does not indicate a problem with your computer. Do not use a battery from Dell. CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to work with a compatible battery purchased from other external cables from the ...environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. CAUTION: Before removing or replacing the battery, turn off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and the computer, disconnect the modem from the wall connector and computer, and remove any of fire or explosion. About...
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... connecting the cable to the power strip or electrical outlet may not be included if you did not order them. 1 Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter connector on the AC adapter to avoid damaging the cable. NOTE: Some devices may cause fire or equipment damage. NOTICE: When you wrap the... follow the angle of the connector on the computer and to the electrical outlet. 2 Connect the network cable, if applicable. CAUTION: The AC adapter works with your computer. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Setting Up Your Computer 15 When you disconnect the...
... connecting the cable to the power strip or electrical outlet may not be included if you did not order them. 1 Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter connector on the AC adapter to avoid damaging the cable. NOTE: Some devices may cause fire or equipment damage. NOTICE: When you wrap the... follow the angle of the connector on the computer and to the electrical outlet. 2 Connect the network cable, if applicable. CAUTION: The AC adapter works with your computer. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Setting Up Your Computer 15 When you disconnect the...
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...AC Adapter Input voltage Input current (maximum) Input frequency 4 cell, 6 cell, and 8 cell: • 50.3 mm (1.980 inches) 9 cell: • 72 mm (2.835 inches) Vostro 1310: • 4 cell and 6 cell: 19.9 mm (0.783 inch) • 9 cell: 20.7 mm (0.815 inch) Vostro 1510: • 6 cell: 19.9 mm (0.783 inch) • 9 cell: 20.7 mm (0.815 inch) Vostro 1710... • 6 cell and 8 cell: 20.2 mm (0.795 inch) Vostro 1310 and Vostro 1510: • 4 cell and 6 cell: 205 mm (8.071 inches) • 9 cell: 221.9 mm (8.736 inches) Vostro 1710 • 6 cell and 8 cell...
...AC Adapter Input voltage Input current (maximum) Input frequency 4 cell, 6 cell, and 8 cell: • 50.3 mm (1.980 inches) 9 cell: • 72 mm (2.835 inches) Vostro 1310: • 4 cell and 6 cell: 19.9 mm (0.783 inch) • 9 cell: 20.7 mm (0.815 inch) Vostro 1510: • 6 cell: 19.9 mm (0.783 inch) • 9 cell: 20.7 mm (0.815 inch) Vostro 1710... • 6 cell and 8 cell: 20.2 mm (0.795 inch) Vostro 1310 and Vostro 1510: • 4 cell and 6 cell: 205 mm (8.071 inches) • 9 cell: 221.9 mm (8.736 inches) Vostro 1710 • 6 cell and 8 cell...
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... W) 4.34 A (maximum at 4-second pulse) 3.34 A (continuous) Output current (90 W) 5.62 A (maximum at 4-second pulse) 4.62 A (continuous) NOTE: On a Vostro 1710 computer that has a discrete video configuration, you must use the 90-W AC adapter that is shipped with cables) 0.46 kg (1.01 lb) Temperature range 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°...
... W) 4.34 A (maximum at 4-second pulse) 3.34 A (continuous) Output current (90 W) 5.62 A (maximum at 4-second pulse) 4.62 A (continuous) NOTE: On a Vostro 1710 computer that has a discrete video configuration, you must use the 90-W AC adapter that is shipped with cables) 0.46 kg (1.01 lb) Temperature range 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°...
Setup and Features Information Tech Sheet
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1 display 2 3 device status lights 4 5 media controls (volume, forward, 6 reverse, stop, play, and eject) 7 AC adapter connector 8 9 wireless switch 10 11 fingerprint reader (optional) 12 13 touch pad buttons (2) power button keyboard status lights keyboard USB connectors (2) optical drive/media bay touch pad 10 1 8-in-1 card reader slot 3 audio connectors (2) 5 cooling vents 7 security cable slot 9 video connector 9 87 5 6 2 ExpressCard/54 slot 4 IEEE 1394 connector 6 USB connector 8 network connector 10 battery 3 21 4
1 display 2 3 device status lights 4 5 media controls (volume, forward, 6 reverse, stop, play, and eject) 7 AC adapter connector 8 9 wireless switch 10 11 fingerprint reader (optional) 12 13 touch pad buttons (2) power button keyboard status lights keyboard USB connectors (2) optical drive/media bay touch pad 10 1 8-in-1 card reader slot 3 audio connectors (2) 5 cooling vents 7 security cable slot 9 video connector 9 87 5 6 2 ExpressCard/54 slot 4 IEEE 1394 connector 6 USB connector 8 network connector 10 battery 3 21 4
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7 security cable slot 9 USB connectors (2) 7 security cable slot 9 USB connectors (2) 11 fingerprint reader (optional) 13 touch pad buttons (2) 15 audio connectors (2) 8 optical drive/media bay 10 IEEE 1394 connector 8 optical drive/media bay 10 IEEE 1394 connector 12 touch pad 14 8-in-1 card reader slot 16 power and battery charge lights 8 7 4 65 1 wireless switch 3 USB connectors (2) 5 AC adapter connector 7 video connector 2 ExpressCard/54 slot 4 cooling vents 6 network connector 8 battery 1 2 3
7 security cable slot 9 USB connectors (2) 7 security cable slot 9 USB connectors (2) 11 fingerprint reader (optional) 13 touch pad buttons (2) 15 audio connectors (2) 8 optical drive/media bay 10 IEEE 1394 connector 8 optical drive/media bay 10 IEEE 1394 connector 12 touch pad 14 8-in-1 card reader slot 16 power and battery charge lights 8 7 4 65 1 wireless switch 3 USB connectors (2) 5 AC adapter connector 7 video connector 2 ExpressCard/54 slot 4 cooling vents 6 network connector 8 battery 1 2 3
Setup and Features Information Tech Sheet
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...improperly connecting the cable to accumulate in the air vents. Fan noise is running. For additional best practices information see www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: The AC adapter works with the fan or the computer. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire. 9 8 7...6 1 2 3 1 USB connector 3 USB connectors (2) 5 USB connector 7 network connector 9 battery 2 ExpressCard/54 slot 4 cooling vents 6 AC adapter connector 8 video connector WARNING: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to the power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or ...
...improperly connecting the cable to accumulate in the air vents. Fan noise is running. For additional best practices information see www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: The AC adapter works with the fan or the computer. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire. 9 8 7...6 1 2 3 1 USB connector 3 USB connectors (2) 5 USB connector 7 network connector 9 battery 2 ExpressCard/54 slot 4 cooling vents 6 AC adapter connector 8 video connector WARNING: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to the power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or ...
Setup and Features Information Tech Sheet
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..., ensure that you follow the angle of the connector on the AC adapter to turn on the computer and to the electrical outlet. 2 Connect the network cable. 3 Connect USB devices, such as a mouse or keyboard. 4 Connect IEEE 1394 .... 5 Open the computer display and press the power button to avoid damaging the cable. NOTE: Some devices may not be included if you disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp the connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly but gently to avoid damaging the cable. CAUTION: When you did...
..., ensure that you follow the angle of the connector on the AC adapter to turn on the computer and to the electrical outlet. 2 Connect the network cable. 3 Connect USB devices, such as a mouse or keyboard. 4 Connect IEEE 1394 .... 5 Open the computer display and press the power button to avoid damaging the cable. NOTE: Some devices may not be included if you disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp the connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly but gently to avoid damaging the cable. CAUTION: When you did...
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... (2.835 inches) Vostro 1310 - 19.9 mm (0.783 inch) Vostro 1310 - 20.7 mm (0.815 inch) Vostro 1510 and 2510 - 19.9 mm (0.783 inch) Vostro 1510 and 2510 - 20.7 mm (0.815 inch) Vostro 1710 - 20.2 mm (0.795 inch) 14.8 V 11.1 V 16.8 V CR-2032 AC Adapter Input voltage Vostro 1310, 1510, and 1710 Vostro 2510 Input current (maximum) Vostro 1310, 1510, and 1710 Vostro 2510 90-264...
... (2.835 inches) Vostro 1310 - 19.9 mm (0.783 inch) Vostro 1310 - 20.7 mm (0.815 inch) Vostro 1510 and 2510 - 19.9 mm (0.783 inch) Vostro 1510 and 2510 - 20.7 mm (0.815 inch) Vostro 1710 - 20.2 mm (0.795 inch) 14.8 V 11.1 V 16.8 V CR-2032 AC Adapter Input voltage Vostro 1310, 1510, and 1710 Vostro 2510 Input current (maximum) Vostro 1310, 1510, and 1710 Vostro 2510 90-264...
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... 35° C (32° to 95° F) Using an incorrect AC adapter will prevent optimal system performance and produce a BIOS warning. AC Adapter (continued) Input frequency Vostro 1310, 1510, and 1710 47-63 Hz (65 W and 90 W) Vostro 2510 47-63 Hz (90 W) Output current 65 W 4.34 A (maximum... 3.34 A (continuous) 90 W 5.62 A (maximum at 4-second pulse) 4.62 A (continuous) NOTE: On Vostro 1510/1710/2510 computers that have a discrete video configuration, you must use the 90W AC adapter that is shipped with cables) 0.46 kg (1.01 lbs) Temperature range 0° to 35° C (32°...
... 35° C (32° to 95° F) Using an incorrect AC adapter will prevent optimal system performance and produce a BIOS warning. AC Adapter (continued) Input frequency Vostro 1310, 1510, and 1710 47-63 Hz (65 W and 90 W) Vostro 2510 47-63 Hz (90 W) Output current 65 W 4.34 A (maximum... 3.34 A (continuous) 90 W 5.62 A (maximum at 4-second pulse) 4.62 A (continuous) NOTE: On Vostro 1510/1710/2510 computers that have a discrete video configuration, you must use the 90W AC adapter that is shipped with cables) 0.46 kg (1.01 lbs) Temperature range 0° to 35° C (32°...
Service Manual
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... the instructions that is complete, the computer automatically reboots. 9. Locate the latest BIOS update file for your computer. 3. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected to an electrical outlet, that the main battery is properly installed, and that a network cable is attached. 2. Place the ...appropriate number on the screen. Flashing the BIOS From a CD NOTICE: Connect the AC adapter to an electrical outlet that appear on the keyboard to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Vostro™ 1710 Service Manual Flashing the BIOS From a CD Flashing the BIOS From the Hard Drive...
... the instructions that is complete, the computer automatically reboots. 9. Locate the latest BIOS update file for your computer. 3. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected to an electrical outlet, that the main battery is properly installed, and that a network cable is attached. 2. Place the ...appropriate number on the screen. Flashing the BIOS From a CD NOTICE: Connect the AC adapter to an electrical outlet that appear on the keyboard to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Vostro™ 1710 Service Manual Flashing the BIOS From a CD Flashing the BIOS From the Hard Drive...
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... cover is not installed properly, the computer may damage your computer. 3. l In Microsoft Windows Vista®, click Start ® Help and Support® Dell System Information. Insert the battery into place. To confirm the amount of memory installed in the connector slot. 2. As the computer boots, it . Back... the eight screws that you do not feel the click, remove the module and reinstall it clicks into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to close may not boot. Align the notch in the memory module connector with the tab in the computer: l In the Microsoft®...
... cover is not installed properly, the computer may damage your computer. 3. l In Microsoft Windows Vista®, click Start ® Help and Support® Dell System Information. Insert the battery into place. To confirm the amount of memory installed in the connector slot. 2. As the computer boots, it . Back... the eight screws that you do not feel the click, remove the module and reinstall it clicks into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to close may not boot. Align the notch in the memory module connector with the tab in the computer: l In the Microsoft®...