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... 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Check the Wireless Switch 6 Connect the Network Cable (optional 7 Press the Power Button 7 Microsoft® Windows® Setup 8 Connect to the Internet (Optional 8 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 12 Device Status Lights 12 Right Side Features 14 Left Side Features 16 Front ... the Battery 22 Software Features 23 Solving Problems 26 Network Problems 26 Power Problems 28 Memory Problems 29 Lockups and Software Problems 30 Dell Support Center 33 System Messages 33 Using Support Tools 33 Hardware Troubleshooter 35...
... 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Check the Wireless Switch 6 Connect the Network Cable (optional 7 Press the Power Button 7 Microsoft® Windows® Setup 8 Connect to the Internet (Optional 8 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 12 Device Status Lights 12 Right Side Features 14 Left Side Features 16 Front ... the Battery 22 Software Features 23 Solving Problems 26 Network Problems 26 Power Problems 28 Memory Problems 29 Lockups and Software Problems 30 Dell Support Center 33 System Messages 33 Using Support Tools 33 Hardware Troubleshooter 35...
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... strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage. Using The Wireless Switch To turn on the wireless switch, slide it from the rear to the front of the computer until it into place. - On - Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to the computer and... vary among countries. CAUTION: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. Off - Momentary 6 Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to use wireless connections, make sure the wireless switch is in the "On" position.
... strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage. Using The Wireless Switch To turn on the wireless switch, slide it from the rear to the front of the computer until it into place. - On - Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to the computer and... vary among countries. CAUTION: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. Off - Momentary 6 Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to use wireless connections, make sure the wireless switch is in the "On" position.
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...the following section. Windows Vista 1. The Connect to the Internet. Setting Up Your Internet Connection To set up your connection to a wireless router: 1. Follow the instructions on your desktop or if you cannot connect to the Internet but have an ISP, the Connect ...ISP to check the service status, or try connecting again later. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up a Wireless Connection Before you can help you need to connect to your wireless router. To set up an Internet connection with a provided ISP desktop shortcut: 1.
...the following section. Windows Vista 1. The Connect to the Internet. Setting Up Your Internet Connection To set up your connection to a wireless router: 1. Follow the instructions on your desktop or if you cannot connect to the Internet but have an ISP, the Connect ...ISP to check the service status, or try connecting again later. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up a Wireless Connection Before you can help you need to connect to your wireless router. To set up an Internet connection with a provided ISP desktop shortcut: 1.
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.... 3. Click Next. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 4. Follow the instructions on the screen to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP but you did not receive a setup CD, click Set up if you will use a DSL, satellite modem, cable TV modem, or Bluetooth® wireless technology connection. Windows XP 1. Save...
.... 3. Click Next. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 4. Follow the instructions on the screen to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP but you did not receive a setup CD, click Set up if you will use a DSL, satellite modem, cable TV modem, or Bluetooth® wireless technology connection. Windows XP 1. Save...
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... information for common tasks. Device Status Lights The device status lights located at -a-glance and time-saving shortcuts for wireless communication and keyboard input options. 1 2345 1 Power light - INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop Your Inspiron 1525/1526 has several indicators, buttons, and features that provide information at the front left of data, never turn on...
... information for common tasks. Device Status Lights The device status lights located at -a-glance and time-saving shortcuts for wireless communication and keyboard input options. 1 2345 1 Power light - INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop Your Inspiron 1525/1526 has several indicators, buttons, and features that provide information at the front left of data, never turn on...
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..., and click Disable Bluetooth Radio or use the wireless switch. 13 Off - Use the wireless switch located at the, right side of the computer until it clicks into place. - Turns on the wireless switch, slide it away from the front of ... with Bluetooth wireless technology is an optional feature. 4 WiFi status light - NOTE: The card with Bluetooth wireless technology is enabled. Using The Wireless Switch To turn all wireless communication on when wireless networking is enabled. Momentary 5 Bluetooth® status light - On - Using Your Inspiron Laptop To turn...
..., and click Disable Bluetooth Radio or use the wireless switch. 13 Off - Use the wireless switch located at the, right side of the computer until it clicks into place. - Turns on the wireless switch, slide it away from the front of ... with Bluetooth wireless technology is an optional feature. 4 WiFi status light - NOTE: The card with Bluetooth wireless technology is enabled. Using The Wireless Switch To turn all wireless communication on when wireless networking is enabled. Momentary 5 Bluetooth® status light - On - Using Your Inspiron Laptop To turn...
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... off or on such as WLAN cards and internal cards with Bluetooth wireless technology. Disables wireless devices On - Scans for WLAN networks Momentary NOTE: This switch can be in the Off position when your computer is shipped to ...switch away from the front of the computer until it clicks into place. - Off - Off - On - The wireless switch may be deactivated through Dell QuickSet or the BIOS (system setup program). Enables wireless devices momentary - Using Your Inspiron Laptop Right Side Features 7 6 5 4 1 23 14 1 Wireless On/Off switch - Use this switch to you.
... off or on such as WLAN cards and internal cards with Bluetooth wireless technology. Disables wireless devices On - Scans for WLAN networks Momentary NOTE: This switch can be in the Off position when your computer is shipped to ...switch away from the front of the computer until it clicks into place. - Off - Off - On - The wireless switch may be deactivated through Dell QuickSet or the BIOS (system setup program). Enables wireless devices momentary - Using Your Inspiron Laptop Right Side Features 7 6 5 4 1 23 14 1 Wireless On/Off switch - Use this switch to you.
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... your computer. Momentary 26 INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for advanced service and troubleshooting instructions. The wireless switch may be off. On - CAUTION: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. Network Problems Wireless Connections If the network connection...on page 50. See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 33 or "Contacting Dell" on the wireless switch, slide it from the rear to the ...
... your computer. Momentary 26 INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for advanced service and troubleshooting instructions. The wireless switch may be off. On - CAUTION: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. Network Problems Wireless Connections If the network connection...on page 50. See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 33 or "Contacting Dell" on the wireless switch, slide it from the rear to the ...
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...the integrated network connector lets you verify that your connection is working and provides information on the network connector is only for wireless connections. 27 Follow the instructions on and connected to your data source (cable modem or network hub). • Re-establish ...your connection to the wireless router: a. c. Solving Problems The wireless router is offline or wireless has been disabled on the computer. • Check your wireless router to ensure it is plugged in and not damaged.
...the integrated network connector lets you verify that your connection is working and provides information on the network connector is only for wireless connections. 27 Follow the instructions on and connected to your data source (cable modem or network hub). • Re-establish ...your connection to the wireless router: a. c. Solving Problems The wireless router is offline or wireless has been disabled on the computer. • Check your wireless router to ensure it is plugged in and not damaged.
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... Chipset AMD M690T Chipset with ATI™ Radeon® X1270 Graphics or Mobile Intel Express GM 965 Data bus width 64 bits DRAM bus width dual channel (2) 64-bit buses Processor address bus width 36 bits (Intel) and 32 bits (AMD) Flash EPROM 2 MB PCI Bus 32 bits Communications... Modem type Modem controller Modem interface Network adapter Wireless v.92 56K Data/FAX MDC softmodem Intel High-Definition Audio 10/100 Ethernet LAN on system board internal WLAN, WWAN, UWB (optional) Mini-Cards ...
... Chipset AMD M690T Chipset with ATI™ Radeon® X1270 Graphics or Mobile Intel Express GM 965 Data bus width 64 bits DRAM bus width dual channel (2) 64-bit buses Processor address bus width 36 bits (Intel) and 32 bits (AMD) Flash EPROM 2 MB PCI Bus 32 bits Communications... Modem type Modem controller Modem interface Network adapter Wireless v.92 56K Data/FAX MDC softmodem Intel High-Definition Audio 10/100 Ethernet LAN on system board internal WLAN, WWAN, UWB (optional) Mini-Cards ...
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System Messages 33 system reinstall options 39 System Restore 38 T technical support 45 V ventilation, ensuring 5 W warranty returns 48 Windows, reinstalling 38 Windows Vista® Program Compatibility Wizard 31 reinstalling 44 setup 8 Windows XP 31 wired network network cable, connecting 7 wireless network connection 26 wireless switch 6, 13, 26 Index 67
System Messages 33 system reinstall options 39 System Restore 38 T technical support 45 V ventilation, ensuring 5 W warranty returns 48 Windows, reinstalling 38 Windows Vista® Program Compatibility Wizard 31 reinstalling 44 setup 8 Windows XP 31 wired network network cable, connecting 7 wireless network connection 26 wireless switch 6, 13, 26 Index 67
Service Manual
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...Rev. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in trademarks and trade names other countries. Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Before You Begin Subscriber Identity Module (Optional) ExpressCards Using the Memory Card Reader...Wireless Mini-Cards System Board Assembly Coin-Cell Battery Battery Latch Assembly Flashing the BIOS Pin Assignments for property damage, personal injury, or death. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to change without the written permission of your computer. Information in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Inspiron...
...Rev. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in trademarks and trade names other countries. Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Before You Begin Subscriber Identity Module (Optional) ExpressCards Using the Memory Card Reader...Wireless Mini-Cards System Board Assembly Coin-Cell Battery Battery Latch Assembly Flashing the BIOS Pin Assignments for property damage, personal injury, or death. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to change without the written permission of your computer. Information in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Inspiron...
Service Manual
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... screw securing the card. 4. Connect the cable to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in Before...of the card and slide it out from the card. 1 card 2 securing screw Replacing the Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 1. Remove the center control cover (see Replacing the Center Control Cover). Follow the procedures in the Product Information Guide. Disconnect...
... screw securing the card. 4. Connect the cable to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in Before...of the card and slide it out from the card. 1 card 2 securing screw Replacing the Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 1. Remove the center control cover (see Replacing the Center Control Cover). Follow the procedures in the Product Information Guide. Disconnect...
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...drive (see Removing Memory Module). 3. Remove the internal card with Bluetooth wireless technology, if installed (see Removing the Keyboard). 8. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology). 10. Remove the ExpressCard cage (see Removing the Processor Thermal...the hard drive (see Removing the Center Control Cover). 7. Use a plastic scribe to Contents Page Coin-Cell Battery Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery Removing the Coin-Cell Battery CAUTION: Before...
...drive (see Removing Memory Module). 3. Remove the internal card with Bluetooth wireless technology, if installed (see Removing the Keyboard). 8. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology). 10. Remove the ExpressCard cage (see Removing the Processor Thermal...the hard drive (see Removing the Center Control Cover). 7. Use a plastic scribe to Contents Page Coin-Cell Battery Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery Removing the Coin-Cell Battery CAUTION: Before...
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... computer. 12. Replace the center control cover (see Removing the Display Assembly). 5. Close the display and turn the computer over. 11. Remove the keyboard (see Wireless Mini- Starting from around the display bezel. 1 captive screw 2 rubber display bumpers (6) 3 shoulder screws (5) 4 display panel 5 display bezel NOTICE: Removal of the bezel from the...
... computer. 12. Replace the center control cover (see Removing the Display Assembly). 5. Close the display and turn the computer over. 11. Remove the keyboard (see Wireless Mini- Starting from around the display bezel. 1 captive screw 2 rubber display bumpers (6) 3 shoulder screws (5) 4 display panel 5 display bezel NOTICE: Removal of the bezel from the...
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...keyboard (see Removing the Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology). 10. Remove all memory module (see Removing Memory Module). 3. Remove the internal card with Bluetooth wireless technology, if installed (see Removing the Keyboard). 8. ...Remove the processor (see Removing the Optical Drive). 5. Remove the optical drive (see Removing the Processor Module). 14. Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Hard Drive). 4. Back to Contents Page Battery Latch Assembly Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525...
...keyboard (see Removing the Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology). 10. Remove all memory module (see Removing Memory Module). 3. Remove the internal card with Bluetooth wireless technology, if installed (see Removing the Keyboard). 8. ...Remove the processor (see Removing the Optical Drive). 5. Remove the optical drive (see Removing the Processor Module). 14. Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Hard Drive). 4. Back to Contents Page Battery Latch Assembly Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525...
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... NOTE: The Mini-card may have two or three connectors, depending on the type of wireless Mini-Cards: l Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) l Ultra-Wideband (UWB) card l Mobile Broadband or Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) Removing Mini-Card 1. Disconnect the antenna cables from the battery ... safety instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Turn the computer over. 3. NOTICE: To help prevent damage to Contents Page Wireless Mini-Cards Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Flash Cache Module CAUTION: Before you begin working inside the computer. Back to the system board, you ...
... NOTE: The Mini-card may have two or three connectors, depending on the type of wireless Mini-Cards: l Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) l Ultra-Wideband (UWB) card l Mobile Broadband or Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) Removing Mini-Card 1. Disconnect the antenna cables from the battery ... safety instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Turn the computer over. 3. NOTICE: To help prevent damage to Contents Page Wireless Mini-Cards Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Flash Cache Module CAUTION: Before you begin working inside the computer. Back to the system board, you ...
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... It is free. Remove the nine screws from the bottom of the palm rest. 10. Back to Contents Page Palm Rest Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Removing the Palm Rest CAUTION: Before you encounter resistance, gently flex or apply pressure to the palm rest,...2. Remove the center control cover (see Removing the Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology). NOTE: The screw locations may vary slightly from the computer. Remove the internal card with Bluetooth wireless technology, if installed (see Removing the Center Control Cover). 3. Turn the computer over...
... It is free. Remove the nine screws from the bottom of the palm rest. 10. Back to Contents Page Palm Rest Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Removing the Palm Rest CAUTION: Before you encounter resistance, gently flex or apply pressure to the palm rest,...2. Remove the center control cover (see Removing the Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology). NOTE: The screw locations may vary slightly from the computer. Remove the internal card with Bluetooth wireless technology, if installed (see Removing the Center Control Cover). 3. Turn the computer over...
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... Disconnect the speaker cable from the system board. 16. Remove the ExpressCard cage (see Removing the Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology). 10. Remove the processor thermal-cooling assembly (see Removing the Keyboard). 8. Removing the System Board Assembly CAUTION: Before you...for the system board includes media that provides a utility for transferring the Service Tag to Contents Page System Board Assembly Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual S-Video Board Charger Board The system board's BIOS chip contains the Service Tag, which is also ...
... Disconnect the speaker cable from the system board. 16. Remove the ExpressCard cage (see Removing the Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology). 10. Remove the processor thermal-cooling assembly (see Removing the Keyboard). 8. Removing the System Board Assembly CAUTION: Before you...for the system board includes media that provides a utility for transferring the Service Tag to Contents Page System Board Assembly Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual S-Video Board Charger Board The system board's BIOS chip contains the Service Tag, which is also ...
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... steps in Removing the System Board Assembly in the Product Information Guide. 1 processor heat sink fan cable connector 2 button board cable connector 3 speaker cable connector 4 wireless sniffer board connector 5 system board 17. Lift the right side of the system board, and then carefully lift the system board out of the system...
... steps in Removing the System Board Assembly in the Product Information Guide. 1 processor heat sink fan cable connector 2 button board cable connector 3 speaker cable connector 4 wireless sniffer board connector 5 system board 17. Lift the right side of the system board, and then carefully lift the system board out of the system...