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... and, if necessary, replace them. GENERAL FAILURE - Take the appropriate action. D I S K D R I V E C O N F I G U R A T I Z E H A S C H A N G E D - Shut down the computer, remove the hard drive (see "Contacting Dell" on support.dell.com), and boot the computer from a CD. Run the Hard Disk Drive tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 38). 34 Troubleshooting ERROR READING PCMCIA CARD - Reinsert the card or try...
... and, if necessary, replace them. GENERAL FAILURE - Take the appropriate action. D I S K D R I V E C O N F I G U R A T I Z E H A S C H A N G E D - Shut down the computer, remove the hard drive (see "Contacting Dell" on support.dell.com), and boot the computer from a CD. Run the Hard Disk Drive tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 38). 34 Troubleshooting ERROR READING PCMCIA CARD - Reinsert the card or try...
Setup and Quick Reference Guide
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... configuration information does not match the hardware configuration. Troubleshooting 35 If the problem persists, try another drive. Shut down the computer, remove the hard drive (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 38). Run the Hard Disk Drive tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 38). INSERT BOOTABLE MEDIA - Insert bootable media. For external keyboards, check the cable...
... configuration information does not match the hardware configuration. Troubleshooting 35 If the problem persists, try another drive. Shut down the computer, remove the hard drive (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 38). Run the Hard Disk Drive tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 38). INSERT BOOTABLE MEDIA - Insert bootable media. For external keyboards, check the cable...
Setup and Quick Reference Guide
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...; Help and Support). SEEK ERROR - Troubleshooting 37 run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on the hard drive. A chip on the hard drive. If the problem persists, run the Dell Diagnostics (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com). Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Add or Remove Programs→ Programs and Features. 2 Select the program you...
...; Help and Support). SEEK ERROR - Troubleshooting 37 run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on the hard drive. A chip on the hard drive. If the problem persists, run the Dell Diagnostics (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com). Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Add or Remove Programs→ Programs and Features. 2 Select the program you...
Setup and Quick Reference Guide
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...Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next. Reinstalling Software 49 A message stating that came installed in your system window. 6 Click the driver that you are not displayed, exit the Drivers and Utilities program. Manually Reinstalling Drivers After extracting the driver files to your hard drive as ... that came with the device. NOTE: The User Account Control window may appear. 3 When the InstallShield Wizard Complete window appears, remove the Drivers and Utilities media and click Finish to restart the computer. 4 When you installed additional hardware, the drivers for the new...
...Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next. Reinstalling Software 49 A message stating that came installed in your system window. 6 Click the driver that you are not displayed, exit the Drivers and Utilities program. Manually Reinstalling Drivers After extracting the driver files to your hard drive as ... that came with the device. NOTE: The User Account Control window may appear. 3 When the InstallShield Wizard Complete window appears, remove the Drivers and Utilities media and click Finish to restart the computer. 4 When you installed additional hardware, the drivers for the new...
Setup and Quick Reference Guide
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...media also deletes all data on the hard drive. NOTE: The procedures in this document were written for restoring your operating system and preserving data files. • Dell Factory Image Restore (available in an undesirable operating state. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore...allows you to return your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view. 50 Reinstalling Software NOTE: Set your computer to an earlier operating state (without affecting data files. The program permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any programs installed after ...
...media also deletes all data on the hard drive. NOTE: The procedures in this document were written for restoring your operating system and preserving data files. • Dell Factory Image Restore (available in an undesirable operating state. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore...allows you to return your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view. 50 Reinstalling Software NOTE: Set your computer to an earlier operating state (without affecting data files. The program permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any programs installed after ...
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... data files-are permanently deleted from the hard drive. Dell Factory Image Restore (Windows Vista Only) 1 Turn on certain computers. Use Dell Factory Image Restore (Windows Vista) only as the last method to Windows XP. When the Dell logo appears, press several times to the...: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in when you received your hard drive to access the Vista Advanced Boot Options Window. 2 Select Repair Your Computer. Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos, music files, and so on the hard drive and removes any...
... data files-are permanently deleted from the hard drive. Dell Factory Image Restore (Windows Vista Only) 1 Turn on certain computers. Use Dell Factory Image Restore (Windows Vista) only as the last method to Windows XP. When the Dell logo appears, press several times to the...: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in when you received your hard drive to access the Vista Advanced Boot Options Window. 2 Select Repair Your Computer. Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos, music files, and so on the hard drive and removes any...
Service Manual
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... hard drive. Remove the cover and set it aside. 1 hard drive cover 2 M2.5 x 8-mm screws (2) NOTICE: When the hard drive is hot. CAUTION: Do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive if you remove the hard drive from sources other than Dell. Close the display and turn off your computer. Pull the mylar tab to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Vostro™ 2510 Service Manual Removing...
... hard drive. Remove the cover and set it aside. 1 hard drive cover 2 M2.5 x 8-mm screws (2) NOTICE: When the hard drive is hot. CAUTION: Do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive if you remove the hard drive from sources other than Dell. Close the display and turn off your computer. Pull the mylar tab to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Vostro™ 2510 Service Manual Removing...
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... and utilities, see the Setup and Quick Reference Guide for your computer, read the safety information that you have completed the removal procedure Removing the Hard Drive. 1. For information on support.dell.com. NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile. NOTICE: Use firm and even pressure to secure the cover. 4. This procedure assumes that shipped with your computer...
... and utilities, see the Setup and Quick Reference Guide for your computer, read the safety information that you have completed the removal procedure Removing the Hard Drive. 1. For information on support.dell.com. NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile. NOTICE: Use firm and even pressure to secure the cover. 4. This procedure assumes that shipped with your computer...
Service Manual
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Your computer supports a WLAN card. Remove the hard drive compartment cover. 4. Gently remove the tape that secures the two antenna cables on Your Computer. 2. Removing a WLAN Card 1. Remove the M2 x 3-mm screw that shipped with your computer, the card is already installed.... If you ordered a WLAN card with your computer. Back to Contents Page Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Card Dell™ Vostro™ 2510 Service Manual Removing a WLAN Card Replacing a WLAN Card CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that secures the WLAN...
Your computer supports a WLAN card. Remove the hard drive compartment cover. 4. Gently remove the tape that secures the two antenna cables on Your Computer. 2. Removing a WLAN Card 1. Remove the M2 x 3-mm screw that shipped with your computer, the card is already installed.... If you ordered a WLAN card with your computer. Back to Contents Page Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Card Dell™ Vostro™ 2510 Service Manual Removing a WLAN Card Replacing a WLAN Card CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that secures the WLAN...
Service Manual
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...Insert the WLAN card connector into the system board connector at a 45- Replace the tape that secures the WLAN card. 4. Replace the hard drive compartment cover. If the WLAN card has three triangles on the label (white and black), connect the white antenna cable to the connector labeled... system board, and realign the card. Back to the WLAN card, never place cables under the card. 7. If you have completed the removal procedure Removing a WLAN Card. 1. Connect the antenna cables to ensure correct insertion. NOTICE: To avoid damage to Contents Page degree angle. 2. Rotate ...
...Insert the WLAN card connector into the system board connector at a 45- Replace the tape that secures the WLAN card. 4. Replace the hard drive compartment cover. If the WLAN card has three triangles on the label (white and black), connect the white antenna cable to the connector labeled... system board, and realign the card. Back to the WLAN card, never place cables under the card. 7. If you have completed the removal procedure Removing a WLAN Card. 1. Connect the antenna cables to ensure correct insertion. NOTICE: To avoid damage to Contents Page degree angle. 2. Rotate ...
Service Manual
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... Dell™ Vostro™ 2510 Service Manual Display Assembly Display Bezel Display Inverter Display Panel Display Cable Camera and Microphone Assembly Display Assembly Removing the Display Assembly CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that attaches the display assembly to one corner of the hard drive cover. 3. Remove the keyboard (see Removing a WLAN Card). 4. Remove the hard drive...
... Dell™ Vostro™ 2510 Service Manual Display Assembly Display Bezel Display Inverter Display Panel Display Cable Camera and Microphone Assembly Display Assembly Removing the Display Assembly CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that attaches the display assembly to one corner of the hard drive cover. 3. Remove the keyboard (see Removing a WLAN Card). 4. Remove the hard drive...
Service Manual
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... four numbered M2.5 x 5-mm screws from the display cable connector on the antenna cables to remove from underneath the palm rest. Lift the display assembly out of this procedure. 7. Gently tug on the system board. 9. Disconnect the display cable from the ... plastic tabs on the palm rest. You may want to turn the computer upside down and remove the hard drive compartment cover and memory cover in order to have better access to the WLAN card which you removed in step 3 of the computer. NOTE: The antenna cables are unattached, they can be difficult to...
... four numbered M2.5 x 5-mm screws from the display cable connector on the antenna cables to remove from underneath the palm rest. Lift the display assembly out of this procedure. 7. Gently tug on the system board. 9. Disconnect the display cable from the ... plastic tabs on the palm rest. You may want to turn the computer upside down and remove the hard drive compartment cover and memory cover in order to have better access to the WLAN card which you removed in step 3 of the computer. NOTE: The antenna cables are unattached, they can be difficult to...
Service Manual
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...with your computer. Remove the hard drive cover. See Removing the Hard Drive for an illustration of the hard drive cover. 3. Remove the four rubber ...Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Hinge Cover). 5. Remove the display assembly (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. Replace the hard drive cover. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the Display Assembly). 7. 11. Replace the WLAN card (see Removing a WLAN Card). 4. See Removing the Hard Drive for an illustration of the hard drive cover. Remove...
...with your computer. Remove the hard drive cover. See Removing the Hard Drive for an illustration of the hard drive cover. 3. Remove the four rubber ...Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Hinge Cover). 5. Remove the display assembly (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. Replace the hard drive cover. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the Display Assembly). 7. 11. Replace the WLAN card (see Removing a WLAN Card). 4. See Removing the Hard Drive for an illustration of the hard drive cover. Remove...
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... the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. Replace the hinge cover (see Removing the Display Bezel). 8. Remove the hard drive cover. Remove the display bezel (see Replacing the Hinge Cover). 7. Replace the hard drive cover. Follow the instructions in the display bezel. 3. Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Hinge Cover). 5. Display Inverter Removing the Display Inverter CAUTION: Before...
... the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. Replace the hinge cover (see Removing the Display Bezel). 8. Remove the hard drive cover. Remove the display bezel (see Replacing the Hinge Cover). 7. Replace the hard drive cover. Follow the instructions in the display bezel. 3. Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Hinge Cover). 5. Display Inverter Removing the Display Inverter CAUTION: Before...
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... Replace the hard drive cover. Replace the WLAN card (see Replacing the Hinge Cover). 7. Display Panel Removing the Display Panel Replace the display assembly (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. See Removing the Hard Drive for an illustration... connector 2 M2 x 3-mm screw (1) 3 display inverter 4 display inverter connector NOTICE: Removal of the hard drive cover. This procedure assumes that you have completed the removal procedure Removing the Display Inverter. 1. Replace the display bezel (seeReplacing the Display Bezel). 4.
... Replace the hard drive cover. Replace the WLAN card (see Replacing the Hinge Cover). 7. Display Panel Removing the Display Panel Replace the display assembly (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. See Removing the Hard Drive for an illustration... connector 2 M2 x 3-mm screw (1) 3 display inverter 4 display inverter connector NOTICE: Removal of the hard drive cover. This procedure assumes that you have completed the removal procedure Removing the Display Inverter. 1. Replace the display bezel (seeReplacing the Display Bezel). 4.
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... bracket. 10. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. See Removing the Hard Drive for an illustration of the top cover. 12. Remove the WLAN card (see Removing the Keyboard). 6. Remove the keyboard (see Removing a WLAN Card). 4. CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped...
... bracket. 10. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. See Removing the Hard Drive for an illustration of the top cover. 12. Remove the WLAN card (see Removing the Keyboard). 6. Remove the keyboard (see Removing a WLAN Card). 4. CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped...
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... the guide pins at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. Replace the display inverter (see Removing the Camera and Microphone Assembly). 10. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Hinge Cover). 11. Replace the hinge cover (see Replacing the Keyboard). 10. Replace the hard drive cover. See Removing the Hard Drive for an illustration of the hard drive cover. For additional safety...
... the guide pins at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. Replace the display inverter (see Removing the Camera and Microphone Assembly). 10. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Hinge Cover). 11. Replace the hinge cover (see Replacing the Keyboard). 10. Replace the hard drive cover. See Removing the Hard Drive for an illustration of the hard drive cover. For additional safety...
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...with your computer. Replace the WLAN card (see Replacing the Display Inverter). 5. Replace the hard drive cover. See Removing the Hard Drive for an illustration of the display hinge panels and position the display panel in the top cover...removal procedure Removing the Display Cable. 1. Replace the display assembly (see Replacing the Hinge Cover). 9. For additional safety best practices information, see Replacing the Keyboard). 8. Align the guide pins at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Replace the keyboard (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at the top of the hard drive...
...with your computer. Replace the WLAN card (see Replacing the Display Inverter). 5. Replace the hard drive cover. See Removing the Hard Drive for an illustration of the display hinge panels and position the display panel in the top cover...removal procedure Removing the Display Cable. 1. Replace the display assembly (see Replacing the Hinge Cover). 9. For additional safety best practices information, see Replacing the Keyboard). 8. Align the guide pins at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Replace the keyboard (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at the top of the hard drive...
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... the Display Bezel). 4. Lift the camera/microphone out of the hard drive cover. 3. Replace the display bezel (see Removing the Keyboard). 6. Replace the display assembly (see Removing the Display Bezel). 8. www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. Remove the display bezel (see Replacing the Display Assembly). Remove the hinge cover (see Removing the Display Assembly). 7. This procedure assumes that secures the...
... the Display Bezel). 4. Lift the camera/microphone out of the hard drive cover. 3. Replace the display bezel (see Removing the Keyboard). 6. Replace the display assembly (see Removing the Display Bezel). 8. www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. Remove the display bezel (see Replacing the Display Assembly). Remove the hinge cover (see Removing the Display Assembly). 7. This procedure assumes that secures the...
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Back to Contents Page Replace the hinge cover (see Replacing a WLAN Card). 8. Replace the hard drive cover. See Removing the Hard Drive for an illustration of the hard drive cover. Replace the WLAN card (see Replacing the Hinge Cover). 7. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Keyboard). 6. 5.
Back to Contents Page Replace the hinge cover (see Replacing a WLAN Card). 8. Replace the hard drive cover. See Removing the Hard Drive for an illustration of the hard drive cover. Replace the WLAN card (see Replacing the Hinge Cover). 7. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Keyboard). 6. 5.