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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 front of the computer until it clicks into place... switch may be off. Network Problems Wireless Connections If the network connection is lost - On - CAUTION: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. To turn on page 50. Off - Momentary 26 INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for advanced...
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 front of the computer until it clicks into place... switch may be off. Network Problems Wireless Connections If the network connection is lost - On - CAUTION: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. To turn on page 50. Off - Momentary 26 INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for advanced...
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...may have to resume normal operation. Press a key on the keyboard, move the pointer on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). 28 For assistance contact Dell, see the Service Manual on the trackpad or a connected mouse, or press the power button to remove and then reinstall ...the memory modules (for information on removing and replacing memory modules, see "Contacting Dell" on . The computer is ...
...may have to resume normal operation. Press a key on the keyboard, move the pointer on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). 28 For assistance contact Dell, see the Service Manual on the trackpad or a connected mouse, or press the power button to remove and then reinstall ...the memory modules (for information on removing and replacing memory modules, see "Contacting Dell" on . The computer is ...
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... same electrical outlet. If necessary, install additional memory (See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). • Reseat the memory modules (See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). • Check if the memory module is compatible with ...signal is creating interference by your computer, see "Basic Specifications" on page 54. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see the Service Manual on page 36). 29 Solving Problems If you encounter interference that your computer is successfully communicating with your computer.
... same electrical outlet. If necessary, install additional memory (See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). • Reseat the memory modules (See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). • Check if the memory module is compatible with ...signal is creating interference by your computer, see "Basic Specifications" on page 54. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see the Service Manual on page 36). 29 Solving Problems If you encounter interference that your computer is successfully communicating with your computer.
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...are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at support.dell.com) to ensure that your computer. 30 Then restart your computer is no longer responding 4. If a program stops responding - Click Applications. 3....you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown. End the program: 1. Solving Problems • Reseat the memory modules (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off . Click the program that the power cable is firmly connected ...
...are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at support.dell.com) to ensure that your computer. 30 Then restart your computer is no longer responding 4. If a program stops responding - Click Applications. 3....you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown. End the program: 1. Solving Problems • Reseat the memory modules (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off . Click the program that the power cable is firmly connected ...
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...Support Tools NOTE: If the message you could see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com or see "Contacting Dell" on page 50 for assistance. Previous attempts at booting this checkpoint and contact Dell Technical Support - CMOS checksum error - Replace the battery...failure during HDD boot test see "Contacting Dell" on page 50 for assistance. See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com or see "Contacting Dell" on the Dell Support website at checkpoint [nnnn]. See the Service Manual on page 50 for assistance. No boot...
...Support Tools NOTE: If the message you could see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com or see "Contacting Dell" on page 50 for assistance. Previous attempts at booting this checkpoint and contact Dell Technical Support - CMOS checksum error - Replace the battery...failure during HDD boot test see "Contacting Dell" on page 50 for assistance. See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com or see "Contacting Dell" on the Dell Support website at checkpoint [nnnn]. See the Service Manual on page 50 for assistance. No boot...
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...of them. This feature can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve the incompatibility. Type hardware troubleshooter in the BIOS setup (see the Service Manual on page 50 for it to connect the USB device, or if your data regularly. Disconnect the USB device. S.M.A.R.T error, ...35 Click Start → Help and Support. 2. Dell recommends that you can be malfunctioning or motherboard failure (see "Contacting Dell" on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). A chip on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). Use an external power source to function ...
...of them. This feature can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve the incompatibility. Type hardware troubleshooter in the BIOS setup (see the Service Manual on page 50 for it to connect the USB device, or if your data regularly. Disconnect the USB device. S.M.A.R.T error, ...35 Click Start → Help and Support. 2. Dell recommends that you can be malfunctioning or motherboard failure (see "Contacting Dell" on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). A chip on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). Use an external power source to function ...
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...: The Drivers and Utilities media is optional and may not ship with your computer, perform the checks in the Service Manual to an electrical outlet that is recommended that you begin. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. then, shut down your computer. See the System Setup section in "Lockups and Software...
...: The Drivers and Utilities media is optional and may not ship with your computer, perform the checks in the Service Manual to an electrical outlet that is recommended that you begin. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. then, shut down your computer. See the System Setup section in "Lockups and Software...
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...and Utilities disc. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com. See: your computer with new or additional memory, or a new hard drive. upgrade your Operating System disc. the Service Manual on your computer. 52 reinstall or replace a worn or defective part. ... learn more about your computer, and readme files. NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void your operating system. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your warranty.
...and Utilities disc. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com. See: your computer with new or additional memory, or a new hard drive. upgrade your Operating System disc. the Service Manual on your computer. 52 reinstall or replace a worn or defective part. ... learn more about your computer, and readme files. NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void your operating system. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your warranty.
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.... NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. For more detailed specifications, see the Service Manual on model (Intel) INSPIRON Basic Specifications System Model Dell Inspiron 1525/1526 Processor Types This section provides basic information that you may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer...
.... NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. For more detailed specifications, see the Service Manual on model (Intel) INSPIRON Basic Specifications System Model Dell Inspiron 1525/1526 Processor Types This section provides basic information that you may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer...
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..., 1 GB, and 2 GB 667 MHz DDR2 SODIMM 1 GB, 1.5 GB, 2 GB, 3 GB, 4 GB 4 GB NOTE: For instructions on upgrading your memory, see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. NOTE: In order to take advantage of the dual channel bandwidth capability, both memory slots must be populated and must match...
..., 1 GB, and 2 GB 667 MHz DDR2 SODIMM 1 GB, 1.5 GB, 2 GB, 3 GB, 4 GB 4 GB NOTE: For instructions on upgrading your memory, see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. NOTE: In order to take advantage of the dual channel bandwidth capability, both memory slots must be populated and must match...
Service Manual
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... or loss of data and tells you make better use of Microsoft Corporation in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Inspiron are either trademarks or registered trademarks of your computer. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2007-2008...and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to avoid the problem. Model PP29L January 2008 Rev. Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Before You Begin Subscriber Identity Module (Optional) ExpressCards Using the Memory Card Reader Optical Drive Hard Drive Center Control Cover Internal...
... or loss of data and tells you make better use of Microsoft Corporation in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Inspiron are either trademarks or registered trademarks of your computer. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2007-2008...and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to avoid the problem. Model PP29L January 2008 Rev. Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Before You Begin Subscriber Identity Module (Optional) ExpressCards Using the Memory Card Reader Optical Drive Hard Drive Center Control Cover Internal...
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...computer. NOTICE: To help ensure your own personal safety. Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Recommended Tools Before Working Inside Your Computer This document provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your... Dell Product Information Guide. CAUTION: Before you have performed the steps in the Product Information Guide...
...computer. NOTICE: To help ensure your own personal safety. Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Recommended Tools Before Working Inside Your Computer This document provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your... Dell Product Information Guide. CAUTION: Before you have performed the steps in the Product Information Guide...
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Ensure that the main battery is provided with a new system board, flash the BIOS from a CD for your computer at support.dell.com. 4. When the flash update is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. Remove the flash BIOS update program CD from the .... Flashing the BIOS From the Hard Drive NOTICE: Plug the AC adapter into a known good power source to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Flashing the BIOS From a CD Flashing the BIOS From the Hard Drive If a BIOS-update program CD is installed properly. Click Close if...
Ensure that the main battery is provided with a new system board, flash the BIOS from a CD for your computer at support.dell.com. 4. When the flash update is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. Remove the flash BIOS update program CD from the .... Flashing the BIOS From the Hard Drive NOTICE: Plug the AC adapter into a known good power source to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Flashing the BIOS From a CD Flashing the BIOS From the Hard Drive If a BIOS-update program CD is installed properly. Click Close if...
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... card at an angle into the card compartment and replace the securing screw. 3. 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 You Begin. 2. NOTICE: To help prevent...
... card at an angle into the card compartment and replace the securing screw. 3. 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 You Begin. 2. NOTICE: To help prevent...
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Back to Contents Page Button Board Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual CAUTION: Before you begin any of the computer). Replace the center control cover (see Removing the Center Control Cover). 3. Removing the Button Board 1. Disconnect the ...
Back to Contents Page Button Board Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual CAUTION: Before you begin any of the computer). Replace the center control cover (see Removing the Center Control Cover). 3. Removing the Button Board 1. Disconnect the ...
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... to insert into the slot to release it from functioning before you may lose data. 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 safety instructions in the Product...
... to insert into the slot to release it from functioning before you may lose data. 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 safety instructions in the Product...
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... control buttons connector 5. Removing the Center Control Cover 1. Follow the procedures in the Product Information Guide. Back to Contents Page Center Control Cover Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual CAUTION: Before you begin working inside the computer. Remove the two screws at the top of the procedures in this section, follow the safety...
... control buttons connector 5. Removing the Center Control Cover 1. Follow the procedures in the Product Information Guide. Back to Contents Page Center Control Cover Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual CAUTION: Before you begin working inside the computer. Remove the two screws at the top of the procedures in this section, follow the safety...
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Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Optical Drive). 5. 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 you begin any of the procedures in this ...
Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Optical Drive). 5. 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 you begin any of the procedures in this ...
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... ensure maximum cooling for the processor, do not touch the heat transfer areas on the processor module. 4. Back to Contents Page Processor Module Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Removing the Processor Module CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in your skin can result in Before You Begin...
... ensure maximum cooling for the processor, do not touch the heat transfer areas on the processor module. 4. Back to Contents Page Processor Module Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Removing the Processor Module CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in your skin can result in Before You Begin...
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... the computer over. 3. In sequential order, loosen the five captive screws securing the processor thermal-cooling assembly to Contents Page Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Removing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Back to...
... the computer over. 3. In sequential order, loosen the five captive screws securing the processor thermal-cooling assembly to Contents Page Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Removing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Back to...