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... Hardware Incompatibilities 75 Restoring Your Operating System 75 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 76 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 77 Using the Operating System CD 79 11 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Begin 81 Recommended Tools 81 Turning Off Your Computer 81 Before Working Inside Your ...Computer 81 Hard Drive 83 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 85 CD/DVD Drive 85 Memory 86 Wireless Mini PCI Card...
... Hardware Incompatibilities 75 Restoring Your Operating System 75 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 76 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 77 Using the Operating System CD 79 11 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Begin 81 Recommended Tools 81 Turning Off Your Computer 81 Before Working Inside Your ...Computer 81 Hard Drive 83 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 85 CD/DVD Drive 85 Memory 86 Wireless Mini PCI Card...
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...support. Finding Information 9 Find It Here • How to set up my computer • Basic troubleshooting information • How to run the Dell Diagnostics • How to set up a printer • Additional information about setting up my computer • How to troubleshoot and solve problems ...• How to remove and install parts • Specifications • How to direct your computer. Some features or media may not be optional and may not ship with your ...
...support. Finding Information 9 Find It Here • How to set up my computer • Basic troubleshooting information • How to run the Dell Diagnostics • How to set up a printer • Additional information about setting up my computer • How to troubleshoot and solve problems ...• How to remove and install parts • Specifications • How to direct your computer. Some features or media may not be optional and may not ship with your ...
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... If the Pre-boot System Assessment completes successfully, you see the Windows desktop. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities CD 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD. 2 Shut down your part. This test typically takes 10 to retest the component that appears and press . 5 Type...the next test, press ; If multiple versions are detected during the Pre-boot System Assessment, write down the error code(s) and contact Dell. To stop the assessment and restart the computer, press ; to continue to increase the possibility of tracing the problem quickly. 56 ...
... If the Pre-boot System Assessment completes successfully, you see the Windows desktop. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities CD 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD. 2 Shut down your part. This test typically takes 10 to retest the component that appears and press . 5 Type...the next test, press ; If multiple versions are detected during the Pre-boot System Assessment, write down the error code(s) and contact Dell. To stop the assessment and restart the computer, press ; to continue to increase the possibility of tracing the problem quickly. 56 ...
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...: • Upgrade your operating system. • Reinstall your operating system. All devices require a driver program. Drivers What Is a Driver? Dell ships your computer. A driver is readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR - 1 Shut down your computer and connect an external monitor to the computer....Windows® operating system. Each device has its own set of the display is a program that use the device. If only part of specialized commands that are installing software appropriate for operating systems that only its driver recognizes. Many drivers, such as a printer, ...
...: • Upgrade your operating system. • Reinstall your operating system. All devices require a driver program. Drivers What Is a Driver? Dell ships your computer. A driver is readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR - 1 Shut down your computer and connect an external monitor to the computer....Windows® operating system. Each device has its own set of the display is a program that use the device. If only part of specialized commands that are installing software appropriate for operating systems that only its driver recognizes. Many drivers, such as a printer, ...
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...dell.com) Turning Off Your Computer NOTICE: To avoid losing data, save and close any open programs before you turn off after the operating system shutdown process finishes. 2 Ensure that the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from potential damage and to help ensure your computer. Adding and Replacing Parts... Shut down your operating system, press and hold the power button for removing and installing the components in your Dell™ Product Information Guide. Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following conditions exist: • You have ...
...dell.com) Turning Off Your Computer NOTICE: To avoid losing data, save and close any open programs before you turn off after the operating system shutdown process finishes. 2 Ensure that the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from potential damage and to help ensure your computer. Adding and Replacing Parts... Shut down your operating system, press and hold the power button for removing and installing the components in your Dell™ Product Information Guide. Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following conditions exist: • You have ...
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... procedures in this type of the computer away from the bay. 1 1 battery 3 2 2 battery-bay latch release 3 battery-bay latch release lock 82 Adding and Replacing Parts b Slide and hold the battery-bay latch release, and then remove the battery from the battery. CAUTION: Handle components and cards with locking tabs; Some.... Do not touch the components or contacts on the cable itself. if you disconnect the cable. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is flat and clean to avoid bending any connector pins.
... procedures in this type of the computer away from the bay. 1 1 battery 3 2 2 battery-bay latch release 3 battery-bay latch release lock 82 Adding and Replacing Parts b Slide and hold the battery-bay latch release, and then remove the battery from the battery. CAUTION: Handle components and cards with locking tabs; Some.... Do not touch the components or contacts on the cable itself. if you disconnect the cable. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is flat and clean to avoid bending any connector pins.
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... You Begin." 2 Turn the computer over, and loosen the two captive screws in the hard drive cover. 1 1 captive screws (2) Adding and Replacing Parts 83 NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from the computer when the drive is on, in standby mode, or in hibernate... mode. NOTE: If you begin any installed ExpressCards from a source other than Dell, you need to ground the system board. 7 Remove any of the hard drive. NOTICE: To prevent data loss, turn the computer upside down on...
... You Begin." 2 Turn the computer over, and loosen the two captive screws in the hard drive cover. 1 1 captive screws (2) Adding and Replacing Parts 83 NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from the computer when the drive is on, in standby mode, or in hibernate... mode. NOTE: If you begin any installed ExpressCards from a source other than Dell, you need to ground the system board. 7 Remove any of the hard drive. NOTICE: To prevent data loss, turn the computer upside down on...
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... cover off the computer and set it into place. Save the original packaging for your computer. See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities." 84 Adding and Replacing Parts NOTICE: When the hard drive is fully seated. 7 Replace the cover and tighten the screws. 8 Install the operating system for storing or shipping the hard...
... cover off the computer and set it into place. Save the original packaging for your computer. See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities." 84 Adding and Replacing Parts NOTICE: When the hard drive is fully seated. 7 Replace the cover and tighten the screws. 8 Install the operating system for storing or shipping the hard...
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Returning a Hard Drive to Dell Return your display and turn the computer upside down on them or placing heavy objects on the taskbar, click the device that you want to ... when they are not installed in the computer. Avoid pressing down . 3 Use a Philips screwdriver to Dell in transit. 2 1 1 foam packaging 2 hard drive CD/DVD Drive NOTICE: To prevent damage to devices, store them . Adding and Replacing Parts 85 NOTE: If your computer shipped with a device security screw and the screw is not...
Returning a Hard Drive to Dell Return your display and turn the computer upside down on them or placing heavy objects on the taskbar, click the device that you want to ... when they are not installed in the computer. Avoid pressing down . 3 Use a Philips screwdriver to Dell in transit. 2 1 1 foam packaging 2 hard drive CD/DVD Drive NOTICE: To prevent damage to devices, store them . Adding and Replacing Parts 85 NOTE: If your computer shipped with a device security screw and the screw is not...
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... security device screw. 8 Turn the computer right-side up and open the display. 9 The operating system automatically recognizes the device. NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are intended for information on the memory supported by installing memory modules on the system board. If necessary, enter your password to unlock your computer... Guide. NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you begin working inside the computer. 86 Adding and Replacing Parts
... security device screw. 8 Turn the computer right-side up and open the display. 9 The operating system automatically recognizes the device. NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are intended for information on the memory supported by installing memory modules on the system board. If necessary, enter your password to unlock your computer... Guide. NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you begin working inside the computer. 86 Adding and Replacing Parts
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...." 2 Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on each end of the memory module connector until the module pops up. Adding and Replacing Parts 87 If you will be empty. The computer has two memory slots, DIMM A and DIMM B, both located on the bottom of the computer. Generally, if...
...." 2 Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on each end of the memory module connector until the module pops up. Adding and Replacing Parts 87 If you will be empty. The computer has two memory slots, DIMM A and DIMM B, both located on the bottom of the computer. Generally, if...
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..., remove the module and reinstall it clicks into the slot at a 45-degree angle, and rotate the module down until it . 88 Adding and Replacing Parts
..., remove the module and reinstall it clicks into the slot at a 45-degree angle, and rotate the module down until it . 88 Adding and Replacing Parts
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... confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer, click the Start button, click Help and Support, and then click Computer Information. Adding and Replacing Parts 89 NOTICE: If the cover is difficult to close may damage your computer. 7 Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter...
... confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer, click the Start button, click Help and Support, and then click Computer Information. Adding and Replacing Parts 89 NOTICE: If the cover is difficult to close may damage your computer. 7 Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter...
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... battery before you are replacing a Mini PCI card, remove the existing card: a Disconnect the antenna cable from the Mini PCI card. 90 Adding and Replacing Parts
... battery before you are replacing a Mini PCI card, remove the existing card: a Disconnect the antenna cable from the Mini PCI card. 90 Adding and Replacing Parts
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c Lift the Mini PCI card out of its connector. NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. Adding and Replacing Parts 91 If you feel resistance, check the connectors and realign the card. 1 1 antenna cable b Release the Mini PCI card by spreading the metal securing tabs until the card pops up slightly.
c Lift the Mini PCI card out of its connector. NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. Adding and Replacing Parts 91 If you feel resistance, check the connectors and realign the card. 1 1 antenna cable b Release the Mini PCI card by spreading the metal securing tabs until the card pops up slightly.
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a Align the Mini PCI card with the connector at a 45-degree angle, and press the Mini PCI card into place. 1 2 1 Mini PCI card 2 metal securing tabs (2) 4 Install the replacement Mini PCI card: NOTICE: To avoid damaging the Mini PCI card, ensure that the antenna cable is not under the card when you click the card into the connector until it clicks. 92 Adding and Replacing Parts
a Align the Mini PCI card with the connector at a 45-degree angle, and press the Mini PCI card into place. 1 2 1 Mini PCI card 2 metal securing tabs (2) 4 Install the replacement Mini PCI card: NOTICE: To avoid damaging the Mini PCI card, ensure that the antenna cable is not under the card when you click the card into the connector until it clicks. 92 Adding and Replacing Parts
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1 2 1 Mini PCI card 2 metal securing tabs (2) b Connect the antenna cable to the Mini PCI card. Ensure that the cable snaps onto the primary connector on the Mini PCI card. Adding and Replacing Parts 93
1 2 1 Mini PCI card 2 metal securing tabs (2) b Connect the antenna cable to the Mini PCI card. Ensure that the cable snaps onto the primary connector on the Mini PCI card. Adding and Replacing Parts 93
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... a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the computer. See "Replacing the Battery." 94 Adding and Replacing Parts NOTICE: The hinge cover is fragile and can be damaged if extreme force is difficult to close may damage your computer and an electrical outlet...
... a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the computer. See "Replacing the Battery." 94 Adding and Replacing Parts NOTICE: The hinge cover is fragile and can be damaged if extreme force is difficult to close may damage your computer and an electrical outlet...
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... in the indent to right until the cover snaps into place. 7 Press from left , and remove it rests on your work surface. Adding and Replacing Parts 95 NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on...
... in the indent to right until the cover snaps into place. 7 Press from left , and remove it rests on your work surface. Adding and Replacing Parts 95 NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on...
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... on the system board. 5 Lift the keyboard connector and slide out the keyboard cable. See "Hinge Cover." 1 1 keyboard 2 2 system board connector 96 Adding and Replacing Parts
... on the system board. 5 Lift the keyboard connector and slide out the keyboard cable. See "Hinge Cover." 1 1 keyboard 2 2 system board connector 96 Adding and Replacing Parts