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... State 93 Undoing the Last System Restore 94 Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP 95 Before You Reinstall 95 Reinstalling Windows XP 95 8 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Add or Replace Parts 100 Memory 100 Modem 103 Hard Drive 104 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 106 Contents 7
... State 93 Undoing the Last System Restore 94 Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP 95 Before You Reinstall 95 Reinstalling Windows XP 95 8 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Add or Replace Parts 100 Memory 100 Modem 103 Hard Drive 104 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 106 Contents 7
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...and from the computer. 4 Remove and reinstall the battery. 5 Turn on your warranty coverage. A driver is working properly. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: See "Limited Warranties and Return Policy" on page 147 for information on your warranty coverage. 11 Ground yourself by ...126). Drivers What Is a Driver? Each device has its own set of the computer. 12 Replace the memory module(s), the memory module cover, and the screw(s). 13 Replace the hard drive. 14 Replace any attached external devices, and disconnect them from their power sources and then from the electrical outlet...
...and from the computer. 4 Remove and reinstall the battery. 5 Turn on your warranty coverage. A driver is working properly. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: See "Limited Warranties and Return Policy" on page 147 for information on your warranty coverage. 11 Ground yourself by ...126). Drivers What Is a Driver? Each device has its own set of the computer. 12 Replace the memory module(s), the memory module cover, and the screw(s). 13 Replace the hard drive. 14 Replace any attached external devices, and disconnect them from their power sources and then from the electrical outlet...
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...desktop, and then shut down (see page 40) and restart the computer. 4 Press immediately after the DELL™ logo appears. So l vi n g Pro b l em s 95 Therefore, do not reinstall...affect programs installed on your computer before you installed the new device driver. Preparing to replace the device driver with the software for reinstalling Windows XP. After the reinstallation is ...see page 93) to complete. The options can take 1 to 2 hours to return your hard drive. Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP Before You Reinstall If you are listed. NOTICE: The...
...desktop, and then shut down (see page 40) and restart the computer. 4 Press immediately after the DELL™ logo appears. So l vi n g Pro b l em s 95 Therefore, do not reinstall...affect programs installed on your computer before you installed the new device driver. Preparing to replace the device driver with the software for reinstalling Windows XP. After the reinstallation is ...see page 93) to complete. The options can take 1 to 2 hours to return your hard drive. Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP Before You Reinstall If you are listed. NOTICE: The...
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8 SECTION 8 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Add or Replace Parts Memory Modem Hard Drive CD or DVD Drive Keyboard
8 SECTION 8 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Add or Replace Parts Memory Modem Hard Drive CD or DVD Drive Keyboard
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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.... Hard Drive CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from the computer when the drive is on the new hard drive. NOTE: You need the Drivers and Utilities CD for correct insertion; NOTICE: To prevent data loss, shut down your computer to the modem. even a slight bump can damage the drive. 104 Adding and Replacing Pa rts www.dell.com...
.... Hard Drive CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from the computer when the drive is on the new hard drive. NOTE: You need the Drivers and Utilities CD for correct insertion; NOTICE: To prevent data loss, shut down your computer to the modem. even a slight bump can damage the drive. 104 Adding and Replacing Pa rts www.dell.com...
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... damage the connector. 5 Insert the drive into place. To replace the hard drive in the hard drive bay: 1 Complete the instructions in "Before You Add or Replace Parts" on page 17. 3 Slide the hard drive out of the computer. 4 Remove the new drive from sources other than Dell. hard drive NOTICE: When the hard drive is fully seated in the bay. 6 Replace and tighten the screws.
... damage the connector. 5 Insert the drive into place. To replace the hard drive in the hard drive bay: 1 Complete the instructions in "Before You Add or Replace Parts" on page 17. 3 Slide the hard drive out of the computer. 4 Remove the new drive from sources other than Dell. hard drive NOTICE: When the hard drive is fully seated in the bay. 6 Replace and tighten the screws.
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... the Drivers and Utilities CD to Dell in the memory module cover, and lift the cover away from the computer. 106 Adding and Replacing Pa rts foam packaging hard drive CD or DVD Drive 1 Complete the instructions in "Before You Add or Replace Parts" on page 100. 2 Turn... the computer over, loosen the captive screw in its original or comparable foam packaging. Otherwise, the hard drive may be damaged in transit. www.dell.com | support.dell...
... the Drivers and Utilities CD to Dell in the memory module cover, and lift the cover away from the computer. 106 Adding and Replacing Pa rts foam packaging hard drive CD or DVD Drive 1 Complete the instructions in "Before You Add or Replace Parts" on page 100. 2 Turn... the computer over, loosen the captive screw in its original or comparable foam packaging. Otherwise, the hard drive may be damaged in transit. www.dell.com | support.dell...
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...Home Consumer, go to www.dell.com/us/en/dhs/topics/sbtopic_015_ccare.htm • If you are a Home Office, Small, Medium, Large, or Global Commercial Customer, go to back up the data on the hard drive(s) and any other storage device(s) in building replacement parts and systems. Refurbished ...parts and systems are not responsible for any other storage device(s) in returning the replaced part to you. We are parts or systems that contract for details on the hard drive(s) and any of which were never used by various manufacturers in performing warranty repairs and in...
...Home Consumer, go to www.dell.com/us/en/dhs/topics/sbtopic_015_ccare.htm • If you are a Home Office, Small, Medium, Large, or Global Commercial Customer, go to back up the data on the hard drive(s) and any other storage device(s) in building replacement parts and systems. Refurbished ...parts and systems are not responsible for any other storage device(s) in returning the replaced part to you. We are parts or systems that contract for details on the hard drive(s) and any of which were never used by various manufacturers in performing warranty repairs and in...
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... return the repaired or replacement products to you to include with new or refurbished parts, if we will issue a Return Material Authorization Number for that are not responsible for Individual Consumers) 1-888-363-5150 What will Dell do? Otherwise, we will notify you and inform you on the hard drive(s) and any Dellbranded hardware...
... return the repaired or replacement products to you to include with new or refurbished parts, if we will issue a Return Material Authorization Number for that are not responsible for Individual Consumers) 1-888-363-5150 What will Dell do? Otherwise, we will notify you and inform you on the hard drive(s) and any Dellbranded hardware...
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... freight collect. If you purchased through us /en/biz/topics/sbtopic_ccare_nav_016_ccare.htm If you receive them to Dell up the data on the hard drive(s) and any shipping and handling charges shown on your transfer by law. Limited warranties on how to ...obtain service. You may return them to Dell within 14 days after you do not have been returned to Dell, some of the product purchase price. We will also include a prepaid shipping container with each replacement...
... freight collect. If you purchased through us /en/biz/topics/sbtopic_ccare_nav_016_ccare.htm If you receive them to Dell up the data on the hard drive(s) and any shipping and handling charges shown on your transfer by law. Limited warranties on how to ...obtain service. You may return them to Dell within 14 days after you do not have been returned to Dell, some of the product purchase price. We will also include a prepaid shipping container with each replacement...
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..., 44 storing, 45 system view, 24, 29 battery latch release description, 29 system view, 29 C CD or DVD drive description, 24 replacing, 106 system view, 24 characters unexpected, 53 computer crashes, 86 specifications, 114 conflicts resolving software and hardware incompatibilities, 92 ...description, 20 system view, 20 drivers reinstalling, 89 drives fixing problems, 84 See hard drive DVD drive See CD or DVD drive E e-mail fixing problems, 35 F finding solutions, 78 floppy drive fixing problems, 84 H hard drive description, 29 replacing, 104 returning to Dell, 106 system view, 29 Index 159
..., 44 storing, 45 system view, 24, 29 battery latch release description, 29 system view, 29 C CD or DVD drive description, 24 replacing, 106 system view, 24 characters unexpected, 53 computer crashes, 86 specifications, 114 conflicts resolving software and hardware incompatibilities, 92 ...description, 20 system view, 20 drivers reinstalling, 89 drives fixing problems, 84 See hard drive DVD drive See CD or DVD drive E e-mail fixing problems, 35 F finding solutions, 78 floppy drive fixing problems, 84 H hard drive description, 29 replacing, 104 returning to Dell, 106 system view, 29 Index 159
Inspiron 5100 and 5150 Owner's Manual
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If you have problems with a hard drive 85 PC Card Problems 85 General Program Problems 85 A program crashes 86 A program stops responding 86 Error messages appear 86 Resolving Other Technical Problems 86 ... State 93 Undoing the Last System Restore 94 Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP 94 Before You Reinstall 94 Reinstalling Windows XP 95 8 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Add or Replace Parts 100 Memory 100 Modem and Mini PCI Card 102 Adding a Modem 103 Contents 7
If you have problems with a hard drive 85 PC Card Problems 85 General Program Problems 85 A program crashes 86 A program stops responding 86 Error messages appear 86 Resolving Other Technical Problems 86 ... State 93 Undoing the Last System Restore 94 Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP 94 Before You Reinstall 94 Reinstalling Windows XP 95 8 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Add or Replace Parts 100 Memory 100 Modem and Mini PCI Card 102 Adding a Modem 103 Contents 7
Inspiron 5100 and 5150 Owner's Manual
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... memory module(s), the memory module cover, and the screw(s). 13 Replace the hard drive. 14 Replace any attached external devices, and disconnect them from their power sources and then from the electrical outlet. So l vi n g Pro b l em s 87 See "Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. If the computer is recommended that you cannot solve your problem using...
... memory module(s), the memory module cover, and the screw(s). 13 Replace the hard drive. 14 Replace any attached external devices, and disconnect them from their power sources and then from the electrical outlet. So l vi n g Pro b l em s 87 See "Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. If the computer is recommended that you cannot solve your problem using...
Inspiron 5100 and 5150 Owner's Manual
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8 SECTION 8 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Add or Replace Parts Memory Modem and Mini PCI Card Hard Drive CD or DVD Drive Keyboard
8 SECTION 8 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Add or Replace Parts Memory Modem and Mini PCI Card Hard Drive CD or DVD Drive Keyboard
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...Microsoft® Windows® operating system. Hard Drive CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from sources other than Dell. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for your computer (see page 40) before removing the hard drive. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 2 Align the Mini PCI card with... the Drivers and Utilities CD for hard drives from the computer when the drive is on the new hard drive. 106 Adding and Replacing Pa rts Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive. NOTICE: To prevent data loss,...
...Microsoft® Windows® operating system. Hard Drive CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from sources other than Dell. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for your computer (see page 40) before removing the hard drive. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 2 Align the Mini PCI card with... the Drivers and Utilities CD for hard drives from the computer when the drive is on the new hard drive. 106 Adding and Replacing Pa rts Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive. NOTICE: To prevent data loss,...
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...protective antistatic packaging. screws (2) hard drive NOTICE: When the hard drive is fully seated in the bay. 6 Replace and tighten the screws. 7 Use the Operating System CD to install the operating system for storing or shipping the hard drive. To replace the hard drive in the hard drive bay: 1 Complete the ...instructions in "Before You Add or Replace Parts" on page 17. 3 Slide the hard drive out of the computer. 4 Remove the new drive from its packaging. If you use ...
...protective antistatic packaging. screws (2) hard drive NOTICE: When the hard drive is fully seated in the bay. 6 Replace and tighten the screws. 7 Use the Operating System CD to install the operating system for storing or shipping the hard drive. To replace the hard drive in the hard drive bay: 1 Complete the ...instructions in "Before You Add or Replace Parts" on page 17. 3 Slide the hard drive out of the computer. 4 Remove the new drive from its packaging. If you use ...
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com Returning a Hard Drive to Dell Return your old hard drive to Dell in "Before You Add or Replace Parts" on page 100. 2 Turn the computer over, remove the screw from the memory module cover, and lift the cover away from the computer. foam packaging hard drive CD or DVD Drive 1 Complete the instructions in its original or comparable foam packaging. Otherwise, the hard drive may be damaged in transit. screw memory module cover 108 Adding and Replacing Pa rts
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Returning a Hard Drive to Dell Return your old hard drive to Dell in "Before You Add or Replace Parts" on page 100. 2 Turn the computer over, remove the screw from the memory module cover, and lift the cover away from the computer. foam packaging hard drive CD or DVD Drive 1 Complete the instructions in its original or comparable foam packaging. Otherwise, the hard drive may be damaged in transit. screw memory module cover 108 Adding and Replacing Pa rts
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... Material Authorization Number for you . When you contact us, we will require a valid credit card number at the time you request a replacement part, but we will ship the part freight collect. possessions and territories). NOTE: Before you freight collect. We are a Home Office,...include a prepaid shipping container with Dell, service will pay to ship the part to you on Dell-branded memory may record your confidential, proprietary, or personal information; All parts and systems are not responsible for details on the hard drive(s) and any other storage device(s)...
... Material Authorization Number for you . When you contact us, we will require a valid credit card number at the time you request a replacement part, but we will ship the part freight collect. possessions and territories). NOTE: Before you freight collect. We are a Home Office,...include a prepaid shipping container with Dell, service will pay to ship the part to you on Dell-branded memory may record your confidential, proprietary, or personal information; All parts and systems are not responsible for details on the hard drive(s) and any other storage device(s)...
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...dell.com | support.dell.com What do I need warranty service? You must return the products to you if you freight collect. We will not charge you on the hard drive(s) and any confidential, proprietary or personal information, removable media, such as you return the original part to us at the time you request a replacement... part, but we will pay to ship the repaired or replaced products to us ...
...dell.com | support.dell.com What do I need warranty service? You must return the products to you if you freight collect. We will not charge you on the hard drive(s) and any confidential, proprietary or personal information, removable media, such as you return the original part to us at the time you request a replacement... part, but we will pay to ship the repaired or replaced products to us ...
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... the product you are not responsible for quality. In either case, the refund or credit will not include any other storage device(s) in returning the replaced part to us. We use in the product(s). May I purchased a service contract? "Total Satisfaction" Return Policy (Canada Only) If you are... Limited warranties on the hard drive(s) and any shipping and handling charges shown on how to obtain service. If you are an end-user customer who bought new products directly from Dell, you may return them to Dell within 14 days after you receive them to Dell up the data on ...
... the product you are not responsible for quality. In either case, the refund or credit will not include any other storage device(s) in returning the replaced part to us. We use in the product(s). May I purchased a service contract? "Total Satisfaction" Return Policy (Canada Only) If you are... Limited warranties on the hard drive(s) and any shipping and handling charges shown on how to obtain service. If you are an end-user customer who bought new products directly from Dell, you may return them to Dell within 14 days after you receive them to Dell up the data on ...