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... 35 System Messages 40 Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems 41 Dell Diagnostics 42 Troubleshooting Tips 44 Power Problems 44 Memory Problems 45 Lockups and Software Problems 46 Dell Technical Update Service 48 Dell Support Utility 48 5 Reinstalling Software 51 Drivers 51 Identifying Drivers 51 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 52 Restoring Your Operating System 54 Using Microsoft...
... 35 System Messages 40 Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems 41 Dell Diagnostics 42 Troubleshooting Tips 44 Power Problems 44 Memory Problems 45 Lockups and Software Problems 46 Dell Technical Update Service 48 Dell Support Utility 48 5 Reinstalling Software 51 Drivers 51 Identifying Drivers 51 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 52 Restoring Your Operating System 54 Using Microsoft...
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...to start the search. 3 In the Fix a Problem section, click Hardware Troubleshooter. It is recommended that you contact Dell for technical assistance. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media is optional and may not ship with your hard drive or from your computer. See your Service ...Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ Help and Support. 2 Type hardware troubleshooter in the system setup program and is active. Start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. 42 Troubleshooting Windows Vista: 1 Click the Windows Vista Start button , and click Help and Support. 2 Type hardware...
...to start the search. 3 In the Fix a Problem section, click Hardware Troubleshooter. It is recommended that you contact Dell for technical assistance. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media is optional and may not ship with your hard drive or from your computer. See your Service ...Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ Help and Support. 2 Type hardware troubleshooter in the system setup program and is active. Start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. 42 Troubleshooting Windows Vista: 1 Click the Windows Vista Start button , and click Help and Support. 2 Type hardware...
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... 1 Ensure that the computer is connected to an electrical outlet that is appropriate for one time only. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities media. 2 Shut down your hard drive, and follow the instructions on (or restart) your computer and ... system logo appears, continue to wait until you see a message stating that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. 4 Press any key to the devices specified in the system setup program. 3 When the boot device list ...
... 1 Ensure that the computer is connected to an electrical outlet that is appropriate for one time only. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities media. 2 Shut down your hard drive, and follow the instructions on (or restart) your computer and ... system logo appears, continue to wait until you see a message stating that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. 4 Press any key to the devices specified in the system setup program. 3 When the boot device list ...
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... SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. See the software documentation for an earlier Microsoft® Windows...
... SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. See the software documentation for an earlier Microsoft® Windows...
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... on page 52). Scroll down the list to see if any device has an exclamation point (a yellow circle with any device, identify whether the driver is next to continue. Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ Control Panel. 2 Under Pick a Category, click Performance and Maintenance, and click ...tab, and click Device Manager. If you are an administrator on the device icon. otherwise, contact your problem and, if necessary, update the driver. Reinstalling Software 51 Windows Vista: 1 Click the Windows Vista Start button™ , and right-click Computer. 2 Click Properties→ Device ...
... on page 52). Scroll down the list to see if any device has an exclamation point (a yellow circle with any device, identify whether the driver is next to continue. Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ Control Panel. 2 Under Pick a Category, click Performance and Maintenance, and click ...tab, and click Device Manager. If you are an administrator on the device icon. otherwise, contact your problem and, if necessary, update the driver. Reinstalling Software 51 Windows Vista: 1 Click the Windows Vista Start button™ , and right-click Computer. 2 Click Properties→ Device ...
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... work correctly. NOTE: The User Account Control window may appear. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use the Drivers and Utilities media, go to step 5. 52 Reinstalling Software Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your administrator to enter the Device Manager. 3 Right-click...
... work correctly. NOTE: The User Account Control window may appear. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use the Drivers and Utilities media, go to step 5. 52 Reinstalling Software Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your administrator to enter the Device Manager. 3 Right-click...
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... appear. Reinstalling Software 53 NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities program displays drivers only for the new hardware might not be displayed. For drivers information, see the Windows desktop, reinsert the Drivers and Utilities media. 5 At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next. NOTE:... In most cases, the Drivers and Utilities program starts running automatically. If you ...
... appear. Reinstalling Software 53 NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities program displays drivers only for the new hardware might not be displayed. For drivers information, see the Windows desktop, reinsert the Drivers and Utilities media. 5 At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next. NOTE:... In most cases, the Drivers and Utilities program starts running automatically. If you ...
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...Restore makes to your computer are installing the driver. 5 Click the Driver tab→ Update Driver→ Browse my computer for restoring your operating system and preserving data files. • Dell PC Restore by Symantec (available in Windows XP) and Dell Factory Image Restore (available in Windows Vista...) returns your operating system. 3 Double-click the type of device for which you are installing the driver (for example, Audio or Video). ...
...Restore makes to your computer are installing the driver. 5 Click the Driver tab→ Update Driver→ Browse my computer for restoring your operating system and preserving data files. • Dell PC Restore by Symantec (available in Windows XP) and Dell Factory Image Restore (available in Windows Vista...) returns your operating system. 3 Double-click the type of device for which you are installing the driver (for example, Audio or Video). ...
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...the operating state it was in certain countries or on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you purchased the computer. Use PC Restore or Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your computer-including data files-are permanently ...last method to restore your computer. If possible, back up the data before using these options. Using Dell™ PC Restore and Dell Factory Image Restore NOTICE: Using Dell PC Restore or Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data on certain computers. Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ All ...
...the operating state it was in certain countries or on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you purchased the computer. Use PC Restore or Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your computer-including data files-are permanently ...last method to restore your computer. If possible, back up the data before using these options. Using Dell™ PC Restore and Dell Factory Image Restore NOTICE: Using Dell PC Restore or Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data on certain computers. Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ All ...
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... installation, back up all data files on the region from which you ordered your configuration, you installed the new device driver. Use the Dell Drivers and Utilities media to restart the computer. For conventional hard drive configurations, the primary hard drive is the first drive ... before you may take five or more minutes to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. The restore process begins and may need the Dell™ Operating System media and the Dell Drivers and Utilities media. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. 6 Click Next. ...
... installation, back up all data files on the region from which you ordered your configuration, you installed the new device driver. Use the Dell Drivers and Utilities media to restart the computer. For conventional hard drive configurations, the primary hard drive is the first drive ... before you may take five or more minutes to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. The restore process begins and may need the Dell™ Operating System media and the Dell Drivers and Utilities media. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. 6 Click Next. ...
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... reinstallation process can take 1 to 2 hours to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other software. 1 Save and close any open files and exit any key to Boot from...
... reinstallation process can take 1 to 2 hours to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other software. 1 Save and close any open files and exit any key to Boot from...
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...Tag/Express Service Code is located on your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact support. • Enter the Express Service Code to your computer or advanced technical-reference material for your computer ...be included on your operating system Finding Information 61 Some features or media may have shipped with your computer. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found at support.dell.com. • Desktop System Software (DSS) • Readme files NOTE: Readme files may ship with your ...
...Tag/Express Service Code is located on your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact support. • Enter the Express Service Code to your computer or advanced technical-reference material for your computer ...be included on your operating system Finding Information 61 Some features or media may have shipped with your computer. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found at support.dell.com. • Desktop System Software (DSS) • Readme files NOTE: Readme files may ship with your ...
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...technical support and customer service, 64 Technical Update Service, 48 Dell Diagnostics, 42 starting from the Drivers and Utilities media, 43 starting from your hard drive, 43 Dell Factory Image Restore, 58 Dell Technology Guide, 62 DellConnect, 64 Desktop System Software, 61 diagnostics... beep codes, 33 Dell, 42 documentation, 61 Dell Technology Guide, 62 Service Manual, 62 drivers, 51 Drivers and Utilities media, 61 identifying, 51 reinstalling, 52 returning to a previous version, 52 Drivers and Utilities media, 52, 61 Dell Diagnostics, 42 E ergonomics information, 62...
...technical support and customer service, 64 Technical Update Service, 48 Dell Diagnostics, 42 starting from the Drivers and Utilities media, 43 starting from your hard drive, 43 Dell Factory Image Restore, 58 Dell Technology Guide, 62 DellConnect, 64 Desktop System Software, 61 diagnostics... beep codes, 33 Dell, 42 documentation, 61 Dell Technology Guide, 62 Service Manual, 62 drivers, 51 Drivers and Utilities media, 61 identifying, 51 reinstalling, 52 returning to a previous version, 52 Drivers and Utilities media, 52, 61 Dell Diagnostics, 42 E ergonomics information, 62...
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F Factory Image Restore, 56 Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 19 finding information, 61 I Internet connecting, 18 setting up, 18 M media Drivers and Utilities, 61 operating system, 61 memory troubleshooting, 45 O operating system Dell Factory Image Restore, 56 media, 59 PC Restore, 56 reinstalling, 61 System Restore, 54 Operating System media, 61 operating system...
F Factory Image Restore, 56 Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 19 finding information, 61 I Internet connecting, 18 setting up, 18 M media Drivers and Utilities, 61 operating system, 61 memory troubleshooting, 45 O operating system Dell Factory Image Restore, 56 media, 59 PC Restore, 56 reinstalling, 61 System Restore, 54 Operating System media, 61 operating system...
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..., 54 enabling, 56 T transferring information to a new computer, 19 troubleshooting, 33, 62 blue screen, 47 computer not responding, 46 Dell Diagnostics, 42 error messages, 35 memory, 45 power, 44 troubleshooting (continued) power light conditions, 44 power lights, 33 program crashes, 46..., 48 W Windows License label, 62 Windows Vista Dell Factory Image Restore, 56, 58 Device Driver Rollback, 52 Program Compatibility wizard, 47 reinstalling, 61 returning to a previous device driver version, 52 System Restore, 54 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 52 Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 19 ...
..., 54 enabling, 56 T transferring information to a new computer, 19 troubleshooting, 33, 62 blue screen, 47 computer not responding, 46 Dell Diagnostics, 42 error messages, 35 memory, 45 power, 44 troubleshooting (continued) power light conditions, 44 power lights, 33 program crashes, 46..., 48 W Windows License label, 62 Windows Vista Dell Factory Image Restore, 56, 58 Device Driver Rollback, 52 Program Compatibility wizard, 47 reinstalling, 61 returning to a previous device driver version, 52 System Restore, 54 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 52 Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 19 ...
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Windows XP (continued) returning to a previous device driver version, 52 setting up Internet connection, 18 System Restore, 54 wizards Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 19 Program Compatibility wizard, 47 76 Index
Windows XP (continued) returning to a previous device driver version, 52 setting up Internet connection, 18 System Restore, 54 wizards Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 19 Program Compatibility wizard, 47 76 Index
Service Manual
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... Installing filler brackets over empty card-slot openings is necessary to Contents Page PCI and PCI Express Cards Dell™ Vostro™ 410 Service Manual Removing a PCI or PCI Express Card Installing a PCI or PCI Express Card Configuring Your ...Computer After Removing or Installing a PCI or PCI Express Card CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your Setup and Quick Reference Guide. 3. Uninstall the card's driver...
... Installing filler brackets over empty card-slot openings is necessary to Contents Page PCI and PCI Express Cards Dell™ Vostro™ 410 Service Manual Removing a PCI or PCI Express Card Installing a PCI or PCI Express Card Configuring Your ...Computer After Removing or Installing a PCI or PCI Express Card CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your Setup and Quick Reference Guide. 3. Uninstall the card's driver...
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Enter system setup (see the documentation that should be attached to the card. 10. Connect the network cable to Enabled. 3. For information on installing drivers and software for your card, see Entering System Setup) 2. Sound Card Installed Removed 1. Enter system setup (see the Setup and Quick Reference Guide. Go to...1. Enter system setup (see Entering System Setup) 2. Connect the external audio devices to use both interfaces. 3. 9. Perform the steps in the card documentation. Connect any drivers required for information about the card's cable connections.
Enter system setup (see the documentation that should be attached to the card. 10. Connect the network cable to Enabled. 3. For information on installing drivers and software for your card, see Entering System Setup) 2. Sound Card Installed Removed 1. Enter system setup (see the Setup and Quick Reference Guide. Go to...1. Enter system setup (see Entering System Setup) 2. Connect the external audio devices to use both interfaces. 3. 9. Perform the steps in the card documentation. Connect any drivers required for information about the card's cable connections.
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... restart your computer and try again. Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot You can use this feature, for Future Boots 1. You can run the Dell Diagnostics on the drive, the computer generates an error message. When F2 = Setup, F12 = Boot Menu appears in the drive, or if there is bootable... booting to a USB device, connect the USB device to a USB memory key, highlight USB Flash Device and press . and down your device is on the Dell Drivers and Utilities media, but you to the boot menu.
... restart your computer and try again. Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot You can use this feature, for Future Boots 1. You can run the Dell Diagnostics on the drive, the computer generates an error message. When F2 = Setup, F12 = Boot Menu appears in the drive, or if there is bootable... booting to a USB device, connect the USB device to a USB memory key, highlight USB Flash Device and press . and down your device is on the Dell Drivers and Utilities media, but you to the boot menu.
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... the operating system logo appears, continue to select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media provided with your Drivers and Utilities media (see Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media). 5. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Before running the Dell Diagnostics, enter System Setup (see a message stating that best describes the...
... the operating system logo appears, continue to select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media provided with your Drivers and Utilities media (see Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media). 5. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Before running the Dell Diagnostics, enter System Setup (see a message stating that best describes the...