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Dell™ Vostro™ 1310, 1510, 1710, and 2510 Setup and Quick Reference Guide This guide provides a features overview, specifications, and quick setup, software, and troubleshooting information for your operating system, devices, and technologies, see the Dell Technology Guide at support.dell.com Models PP36S, PP36L, and PP36X www.dell.com | support.dell.com For more information about your computer.
Dell™ Vostro™ 1310, 1510, 1710, and 2510 Setup and Quick Reference Guide This guide provides a features overview, specifications, and quick setup, software, and troubleshooting information for your operating system, devices, and technologies, see the Dell Technology Guide at support.dell.com Models PP36S, PP36L, and PP36X www.dell.com | support.dell.com For more information about your computer.
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Contents 1 About Your Computer 7 Front View 7 Back View 8 Battery Removal 9 Wireless Switch 10 2 Setting Up Your Computer 11 Quick Setup 11 Connecting to the Internet 13 Setting Up Your Internet Connection 14 Transferring Information to a New Computer 15 Microsoft Windows Vista 15 Microsoft® Windows® XP Operating System 15 3 Specifications 19 4 Troubleshooting 31 Tools 31 Power Lights 31 Beep Codes 31 Contents 3
Contents 1 About Your Computer 7 Front View 7 Back View 8 Battery Removal 9 Wireless Switch 10 2 Setting Up Your Computer 11 Quick Setup 11 Connecting to the Internet 13 Setting Up Your Internet Connection 14 Transferring Information to a New Computer 15 Microsoft Windows Vista 15 Microsoft® Windows® XP Operating System 15 3 Specifications 19 4 Troubleshooting 31 Tools 31 Power Lights 31 Beep Codes 31 Contents 3
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... the computer illuminates and blinks or remains solid to resume normal operation. This beep code tells you begin any of the procedures in standby mode. Troubleshooting CAUTION: To guard against the likelihood of electric shock, laceration by moving fan blades, or other expected injuries, always unplug your computer. Tools Power Lights... is steady amber, there may be a power problem or an internal device malfunction. One possible beep code consists of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. Troubleshooting 31
... the computer illuminates and blinks or remains solid to resume normal operation. This beep code tells you begin any of the procedures in standby mode. Troubleshooting CAUTION: To guard against the likelihood of electric shock, laceration by moving fan blades, or other expected injuries, always unplug your computer. Tools Power Lights... is steady amber, there may be a power problem or an internal device malfunction. One possible beep code consists of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. Troubleshooting 31
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... module (see your computer beeps during start-up: 1 Write down the beep code. 2 Run the Dell Diagnostics to identify a more serious cause (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com). 3 If the problem persists, contact Dell. 32 Troubleshooting board failure 4 RAM Read/Write 1 Ensure that no special memory failure module/memory connector placement requirements...
... module (see your computer beeps during start-up: 1 Write down the beep code. 2 Run the Dell Diagnostics to identify a more serious cause (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com). 3 If the problem persists, contact Dell. 32 Troubleshooting board failure 4 RAM Read/Write 1 Ensure that no special memory failure module/memory connector placement requirements...
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... program that shipped with your Service Manual at support.dell.com for more information. Failure 7 CPU-cache test Contact Dell. See your Service Manual failure. C A C H E D I S A B L E D D U E T O F A I L E D INITIALIZATION - The CD drive does not respond to the microprocessor has failed. The hard drive cannot read the data. Troubleshooting 33 BA D C O M M A N D O R FILE N A M E - C D D R I V E C O N T R... the proper place, and used the correct pathname. Contact Dell (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 64). DATA ERROR - One or more memory modules may be faulty or improperly ...
... program that shipped with your Service Manual at support.dell.com for more information. Failure 7 CPU-cache test Contact Dell. See your Service Manual failure. C A C H E D I S A B L E D D U E T O F A I L E D INITIALIZATION - The CD drive does not respond to the microprocessor has failed. The hard drive cannot read the data. Troubleshooting 33 BA D C O M M A N D O R FILE N A M E - C D D R I V E C O N T R... the proper place, and used the correct pathname. Contact Dell (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 64). DATA ERROR - One or more memory modules may be faulty or improperly ...
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...If the problem persists, try another drive. The computer cannot identify the ExpressCard. If the error appears again, contact Dell (see the Service Manual on page 64). The operating system is usually followed by specific information-for more information. ...them. See your Service Manual at support.dell.com for more information. The message is unable to fit on page 38). 34 Troubleshooting D I S K D R I V E C O N T R O L L E R F A I O N E R R O R - GENERAL FAILURE - Run the Hard Disk Drive tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on the disk, or the...
...If the problem persists, try another drive. The computer cannot identify the ExpressCard. If the error appears again, contact Dell (see the Service Manual on page 64). The operating system is usually followed by specific information-for more information. ...them. See your Service Manual at support.dell.com for more information. The message is unable to fit on page 38). 34 Troubleshooting D I S K D R I V E C O N T R O L L E R F A I O N E R R O R - GENERAL FAILURE - Run the Hard Disk Drive tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on the disk, or the...
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.... Run the Hard Disk Drive tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 38). For external keyboards, ...Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell...Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell...Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 38). Run the Stuck Key test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell...at support.dell.com), ...- The system configuration information does not match the hardware configuration. Correct the appropriate options in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 38). See your Service Manual at support.dell.com for more information. K E Y B O A R D C L O C K...
.... Run the Hard Disk Drive tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 38). For external keyboards, ...Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell...Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell...Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 38). Run the Stuck Key test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell...at support.dell.com), ...- The system configuration information does not match the hardware configuration. Correct the appropriate options in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 38). See your Service Manual at support.dell.com for more information. K E Y B O A R D C L O C K...
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... your Service Manual at support.dell.com for more information. The software you want to use. 36 Troubleshooting If the error message still appears, see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 64). See your Service Manual at support.dell.com for more information. A... the memory modules and, if necessary, replace them. MEMORY DATA LINE FAILURE AT ADDRESS, READ VALUE EXPECTING VALUE - A memory module may be corrupted. Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 38). N O B O O T S E C T O R O N H A R D D R I N T E R R U P T - MEMORY DOUBLE WORD LOGIC FAILURE AT ADDRESS, READ VALUE...
... your Service Manual at support.dell.com for more information. The software you want to use. 36 Troubleshooting If the error message still appears, see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 64). See your Service Manual at support.dell.com for more information. A... the memory modules and, if necessary, replace them. MEMORY DATA LINE FAILURE AT ADDRESS, READ VALUE EXPECTING VALUE - A memory module may be corrupted. Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 38). N O B O O T S E C T O R O N H A R D D R I N T E R R U P T - MEMORY DOUBLE WORD LOGIC FAILURE AT ADDRESS, READ VALUE...
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...hard drive (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 38). If the problem persists, run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 38). run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on the ...hard drive. Remove and then reinstall the program. SECTOR NOT FOUND - A chip on the hard drive. Run the Windows error-checking utility to remove. 3 Click Uninstall. 4 See the program documentation for installation instructions. The operating system cannot find a specific track on the hard drive. OP E R A T I N G S YS T E M N O T F O U N D - Troubleshooting...
...hard drive (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 38). If the problem persists, run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 38). run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on the ...hard drive. Remove and then reinstall the program. SECTOR NOT FOUND - A chip on the hard drive. Run the Windows error-checking utility to remove. 3 Click Uninstall. 4 See the program documentation for installation instructions. The operating system cannot find a specific track on the hard drive. OP E R A T I N G S YS T E M N O T F O U N D - Troubleshooting...
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... A Y N O T S E T - Correct the settings for more information. See your computer. A chip on page 43) and run the Dell Diagnostics before you begin any of charge. otherwise, activate hibernate mode or shut down the computer. OF -D A Y CLOCK STOPPED - TI M E ... E R Y I S C R I T I B L E . TI M E - Connect your computer, perform the checks in the system setup program does not match the system clock. Dell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you contact Dell for technical assistance. 38 Troubleshooting OF - U N E X P E C T E D I N T E R R U P T I N P R O T E C T E D M O D E -
... A Y N O T S E T - Correct the settings for more information. See your computer. A chip on page 43) and run the Dell Diagnostics before you begin any of charge. otherwise, activate hibernate mode or shut down the computer. OF -D A Y CLOCK STOPPED - TI M E ... E R Y I S C R I T I B L E . TI M E - Connect your computer, perform the checks in the system setup program does not match the system clock. Dell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you contact Dell for technical assistance. 38 Troubleshooting OF - U N E X P E C T E D I N T E R R U P T I N P R O T E C T E D M O D E -
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Troubleshooting 39 Start the Dell Diagnostics from your hard drive or from the start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive, and follow the instructions on (or restart) your computer. 3 When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: The Drivers and ... from the Drivers and Utilities media. NOTE: If you want to start menu and press . See your Service Manual at support.dell.com to review your computer's configuration information, and ensure that the device that you see a message stating that no diagnostics utility partition...
Troubleshooting 39 Start the Dell Diagnostics from your hard drive or from the start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive, and follow the instructions on (or restart) your computer. 3 When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: The Drivers and ... from the Drivers and Utilities media. NOTE: If you want to start menu and press . See your Service Manual at support.dell.com to review your computer's configuration information, and ensure that the device that you see a message stating that no diagnostics utility partition...
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...(see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities media. 2 Shut down your computer and try again. Solving Problems Follow these tips when troubleshooting your computer: • If you set your computer. ...7 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test that appears and press . 5 Type 1 to start the CD...
...(see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities media. 2 Shut down your computer and try again. Solving Problems Follow these tips when troubleshooting your computer: • If you set your computer. ...7 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test that appears and press . 5 Type 1 to start the CD...
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...Troubleshooting 41 I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I S O F F - Power Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the computer and the electrical outlet. • Bypass power strips, power extension cables, and other power protection devices to verify that the computer turns on properly. • Ensure that any expansion cards, including graphics cards (see your Service Manual at support.dell...device, such as a lamp. • Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with your Service Manual at support.dell.com). I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I N G A M B E...
...Troubleshooting 41 I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I S O F F - Power Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the computer and the electrical outlet. • Bypass power strips, power extension cables, and other power protection devices to verify that the computer turns on properly. • Ensure that any expansion cards, including graphics cards (see your Service Manual at support.dell...device, such as a lamp. • Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with your Service Manual at support.dell.com). I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I N G A M B E...
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IF YOU EXPERIENCE OTHER MEMORY PROBLEMS - • Reseat the memory modules (see your computer, see "Memory" on page 20. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 38). 42 Troubleshooting Some possible causes of interference are: • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables • Too many devices connected to the same power...
IF YOU EXPERIENCE OTHER MEMORY PROBLEMS - • Reseat the memory modules (see your computer, see "Memory" on page 20. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 38). 42 Troubleshooting Some possible causes of interference are: • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables • Too many devices connected to the same power...
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... restart your computer. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on a CD or DVD. If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. Troubleshooting 43 The computer does not start up ENSURE THAT THE POWER CABLE IS FIRMLY CONNECTED TO THE COMPUTER AND TO THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET The computer...
... restart your computer. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on a CD or DVD. If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. Troubleshooting 43 The computer does not start up ENSURE THAT THE POWER CABLE IS FIRMLY CONNECTED TO THE COMPUTER AND TO THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET The computer...
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... computer turns off), and then restart your computer. Other software problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • Ensure that the program is compatible with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. 44... Troubleshooting See the software documentation for at least 8 to run the software. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on ...
... computer turns off), and then restart your computer. Other software problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • Ensure that the program is compatible with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. 44... Troubleshooting See the software documentation for at least 8 to run the software. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on ...
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...the Start button. Troubleshooting 45 To enroll for content, format, and how frequently you click, double-click, or right-click the icon. NOTE: If the Dell Support Utility is free and can be customized for the Dell Technical Update service, go to support.dell.com and download... updates, and health scans of software and hardware updates for your computing environment. icon on the taskbar option is checked. Dell Support Utility The Dell Support Utility is customized for your computer. BACK UP YOUR FILES IMMEDIATELY • Use a virus-scanning program to check ...
...the Start button. Troubleshooting 45 To enroll for content, format, and how frequently you click, double-click, or right-click the icon. NOTE: If the Dell Support Utility is free and can be customized for the Dell Technical Update service, go to support.dell.com and download... updates, and health scans of software and hardware updates for your computing environment. icon on the taskbar option is checked. Dell Support Utility The Dell Support Utility is customized for your computer. BACK UP YOUR FILES IMMEDIATELY • Use a virus-scanning program to check ...
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...-click the icon to perform the following tasks: • Check your computing environment, view frequently asked questions. • Learn more information about the Dell Support Utility. • Turn off the Dell Support Utility. For more about the Dell Support Utility, click the question mark (?) at the top of the Dell™ Support screen. 46 Troubleshooting
...-click the icon to perform the following tasks: • Check your computing environment, view frequently asked questions. • Learn more information about the Dell Support Utility. • Turn off the Dell Support Utility. For more about the Dell Support Utility, click the question mark (?) at the top of the Dell™ Support screen. 46 Troubleshooting
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... remove and replace parts The Service Manual for your computer can be found at support.dell.com. • How to configure system settings • How to troubleshoot and solve problems Dell Technology Guide • About your operating system The Dell Technology Guide is located on . For additional regulatory information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage...
... remove and replace parts The Service Manual for your computer can be found at support.dell.com. • How to configure system settings • How to troubleshoot and solve problems Dell Technology Guide • About your operating system The Dell Technology Guide is located on . For additional regulatory information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage...
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NOTE: Some of the following steps to diagnose and troubleshoot the problem: 1 See "Solving Problems" on page 60. NOTE: Call Dell Support from all electrical outlets. If you do not have not resolved the problem, see "Technical Support and Customer Service" on ... to remove the computer cover, first disconnect the computer power and modem cables from a telephone near or at Dell Support (support.dell.com) for help with installation and troubleshooting procedures. NOTE: Dell's Express Service Code system may not be available in all countries. Getting Help 59 Call your computer, you ...
NOTE: Some of the following steps to diagnose and troubleshoot the problem: 1 See "Solving Problems" on page 60. NOTE: Call Dell Support from all electrical outlets. If you do not have not resolved the problem, see "Technical Support and Customer Service" on ... to remove the computer cover, first disconnect the computer power and modem cables from a telephone near or at Dell Support (support.dell.com) for help with installation and troubleshooting procedures. NOTE: Dell's Express Service Code system may not be available in all countries. Getting Help 59 Call your computer, you ...