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Solving Problems --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. 32
Solving Problems --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. 32
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.... Turn on page 30 and run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. 36 Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is known to wait until you see "Contacting Dell" on Dell computers. Start the Dell Diagnostics from your computer and try again. ...Select Diagnostics from the boot menu and press . then, shut down your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities media. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media is active...
.... Turn on page 30 and run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. 36 Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is known to wait until you see "Contacting Dell" on Dell computers. Start the Dell Diagnostics from your computer and try again. ...Select Diagnostics from the boot menu and press . then, shut down your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities media. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media is active...
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...NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for your hard drive. Using Support Tools 4. Press any key to proceed. 6. Insert the Drivers and Utilities media. 2. Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the menu that appears and press . 5. Shut down your computer and try again. When the... are listed, select the version appropriate for one time only. When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to wait until you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to run. 37 Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media 1.
...NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for your hard drive. Using Support Tools 4. Press any key to proceed. 6. Insert the Drivers and Utilities media. 2. Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the menu that appears and press . 5. Shut down your computer and try again. When the... are listed, select the version appropriate for one time only. When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to wait until you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to run. 37 Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media 1.
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... and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer-including data files-are permanently deleted from the hard drive. NOTE: Dell PC Restore by Symantec and Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in Windows XP NOTE: Before you undo... Restore. 2. In the welcome screen, click Undo my last restoration and then click Next. 3. If possible, back up the data before using these options. Use Dell PC Restore only as the last method to the operating state it was in when you received your computer.
... and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer-including data files-are permanently deleted from the hard drive. NOTE: Dell PC Restore by Symantec and Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in Windows XP NOTE: Before you undo... Restore. 2. In the welcome screen, click Undo my last restoration and then click Next. 3. If possible, back up the data before using these options. Use Dell PC Restore only as the last method to the operating state it was in when you received your computer.
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...Image Restore. When the Dell logo appears, press several times to the operating state it was in when you purchased the computer. Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 5. If possible, back up all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received... your computer. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your hard drive to access the Vista Advanced Boot Options Window. ...
...Image Restore. When the Dell logo appears, press several times to the operating state it was in when you purchased the computer. Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 5. If possible, back up all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received... your computer. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your hard drive to access the Vista Advanced Boot Options Window. ...
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...it was in before you are considering reinstalling the Windows operating system to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 7. Click Next. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore to return your ...hard drive is the first drive detected by the computer. Click Dell Factory Image Restore. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. Operating System Reinstallation Before you Begin If you installed the new device driver. The restore process begins and may need the following items: ...
...it was in before you are considering reinstalling the Windows operating system to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 7. Click Next. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore to return your ...hard drive is the first drive detected by the computer. Click Dell Factory Image Restore. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. Operating System Reinstallation Before you Begin If you installed the new device driver. The restore process begins and may need the following items: ...
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Restoring Your Operating System NOTE: The Dell Drivers and Utilities media contains drivers that were installed during the assembly of the computer. Use the Dell Drivers and Utilities media to Boot from which you ordered your computer, or whether you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop;... On the next start-up, the computer boots according to wait until you requested the media, the Dell Drivers and Utilities media and Operating System media may not ship with your computer and try again. Save and close any open programs. 2. NOTE:...
Restoring Your Operating System NOTE: The Dell Drivers and Utilities media contains drivers that were installed during the assembly of the computer. Use the Dell Drivers and Utilities media to Boot from which you ordered your computer, or whether you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop;... On the next start-up, the computer boots according to wait until you requested the media, the Dell Drivers and Utilities media and Operating System media may not ship with your computer and try again. Save and close any open programs. 2. NOTE:...
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... Dell Technology Guide installed on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall Notebook System Software (NSS), or update drivers for your operating system, maintaining peripherals, RAID, Internet, Bluetooth®, networking, and e-mail. the Drivers... and Utilities disc. See: your computer. 52 reinstall or replace a worn or defective part. Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your Operating System disc. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you...
... Dell Technology Guide installed on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall Notebook System Software (NSS), or update drivers for your operating system, maintaining peripherals, RAID, Internet, Bluetooth®, networking, and e-mail. the Drivers... and Utilities disc. See: your computer. 52 reinstall or replace a worn or defective part. Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your Operating System disc. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you...
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... or to : find solutions and answers to your computer and also see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com. 53 locate information for your order status for technicians or experienced users. find safety best practices information for last...to common questions. You must use the service tag to identify your computer on your computer. review Warranty information, Terms and Conditions (U.S. find drivers and downloads. the back or bottom of your Service tag/Express Service Code- only), Safety instructions, Regulatory information, Ergonomics information, and End...
... or to : find solutions and answers to your computer and also see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com. 53 locate information for your order status for technicians or experienced users. find safety best practices information for last...to common questions. You must use the service tag to identify your computer on your computer. review Warranty information, Terms and Conditions (U.S. find drivers and downloads. the back or bottom of your Service tag/Express Service Code- only), Safety instructions, Regulatory information, Ergonomics information, and End...
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... System Model Dell Inspiron 1525/1526 Processor Types This section provides ... Core™ Duo Intel® Core™2 Duo Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core 256 KB or 512 KB per core depending on model (AMD) 1 MB, 2 MB, or 4 MB per core depending on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com.... For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start → Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers...
... System Model Dell Inspiron 1525/1526 Processor Types This section provides ... Core™ Duo Intel® Core™2 Duo Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core 256 KB or 512 KB per core depending on model (AMD) 1 MB, 2 MB, or 4 MB per core depending on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com.... For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start → Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers...
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Dell support website 53 Dell Technology Guide for further information 52 Diagnostic Checklist 49 drivers and downloads 53 DVDs, playing and creating 23 E email addresses for technical support 47 energy conserving 24 expansion bus 56 F finding more information 52 FTP login, anonymous 47 H hardware problems diagnosing 35 Hardware Troubleshooter 35 help getting assistance and support 46 I Internet connection 8 ISP Internet Service Provider 8 M memory problems solving 29 memory support 55 Index 65
Dell support website 53 Dell Technology Guide for further information 52 Diagnostic Checklist 49 drivers and downloads 53 DVDs, playing and creating 23 E email addresses for technical support 47 energy conserving 24 expansion bus 56 F finding more information 52 FTP login, anonymous 47 H hardware problems diagnosing 35 Hardware Troubleshooter 35 help getting assistance and support 46 I Internet connection 8 ISP Internet Service Provider 8 M memory problems solving 29 memory support 55 Index 65
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...area) to select a card and stop the card in the Product Information Guide. Back to Contents Page Using the Memory Card Reader Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Removing a Memory Card or Blank CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the ...the card. 1. Hold the card with the memory card, if applicable. The computer recognizes the memory card and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. If the configuration program tells you begin any of the card facing up. 2. Check the card orientation and try again. Back to ...
...area) to select a card and stop the card in the Product Information Guide. Back to Contents Page Using the Memory Card Reader Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Removing a Memory Card or Blank CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the ...the card. 1. Hold the card with the memory card, if applicable. The computer recognizes the memory card and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. If the configuration program tells you begin any of the card facing up. 2. Check the card orientation and try again. Back to ...
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... Operating System" in your Owner's Manual). 5. Slide the hard drive into place. Replace the two screws to Contents Page Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as needed (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" in your Owner's Manual). NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile. Exercise care when handling the hard drive. 1. Back...
... Operating System" in your Owner's Manual). 5. Slide the hard drive into place. Replace the two screws to Contents Page Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as needed (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" in your Owner's Manual). NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile. Exercise care when handling the hard drive. 1. Back...
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Back to Contents Page Follow the procedures in Before You Begin. 2. Replace and tighten the locking screw. Slide the optical drive into the bay. 2. Remove the locking screw from the bay. 5. Back to Contents Page Optical Drive Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Removing the Optical Drive 1. Using a plastic scribe or screw driver, push the notch to release the optical drive from the optical drive. 4. Turn the computer over. 3. Slide the optical drive out of the bay. 1 locking screw 2 notch 3 optical drive Replacing the Optical Drive 1.
Back to Contents Page Follow the procedures in Before You Begin. 2. Replace and tighten the locking screw. Slide the optical drive into the bay. 2. Remove the locking screw from the bay. 5. Back to Contents Page Optical Drive Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Removing the Optical Drive 1. Using a plastic scribe or screw driver, push the notch to release the optical drive from the optical drive. 4. Turn the computer over. 3. Slide the optical drive out of the bay. 1 locking screw 2 notch 3 optical drive Replacing the Optical Drive 1.
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...from its connector. If card orientation is completely seated in its slot. The computer recognizes the ExpressCard and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. If the configuration program tells you to use the media that came with a symbol (such as a triangle or an arrow) ...not force the card. The computer automatically detects the card. Back to prevent incorrect insertion. Back to Contents Page ExpressCards Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Removing an ExpressCard or Blank CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the...
...from its connector. If card orientation is completely seated in its slot. The computer recognizes the ExpressCard and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. If the configuration program tells you to use the media that came with a symbol (such as a triangle or an arrow) ...not force the card. The computer automatically detects the card. Back to prevent incorrect insertion. Back to Contents Page ExpressCards Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Removing an ExpressCard or Blank CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the...