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... pickup for Dell products. • Warranty Information: Information relating to warranty for Dell products. • Dell Forums: Information on forums for discussion and support of Dell products. • Contact Us: Information on various options available for contacting Dell. Technical Support • Drivers and Downloads • Enterprise Resource Center • Find Express Service Code • Manuals Finding Information...
... pickup for Dell products. • Warranty Information: Information relating to warranty for Dell products. • Dell Forums: Information on forums for discussion and support of Dell products. • Contact Us: Information on various options available for contacting Dell. Technical Support • Drivers and Downloads • Enterprise Resource Center • Find Express Service Code • Manuals Finding Information...
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Choose Connect to the Internet and click Next. 6 Click Set up my connection manually and click Next. 7 Click either Broadband (PPPoE), Wireless, or Dial-up, depending on how you want to connect. ...use a wireless connection through a WLAN card. • Choose Dial-up if you will use a dial-up modem or ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network). NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 8... through a WLAN card. • Choose Dial-up if you will use a dial-up modem or ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network).
Choose Connect to the Internet and click Next. 6 Click Set up my connection manually and click Next. 7 Click either Broadband (PPPoE), Wireless, or Dial-up, depending on how you want to connect. ...use a wireless connection through a WLAN card. • Choose Dial-up if you will use a dial-up modem or ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network). NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 8... through a WLAN card. • Choose Dial-up if you will use a dial-up modem or ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network).
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... System Messages list or in a certain sequence to indicate status and problems. See your Service Manual for laptop computers System messages Windows Hardware Troubleshooter Dell Diagnostics Function The power button light illuminates and blinks or remains solid to indicate different power...Tool Power lights Diagnostic lights for desktop computers Diagnostic lights for information about diagnostic lights. Dell Diagnostics can also indicate internal power problems. See your Service Manual for information about diagnostic and status lights. These lights function in conjunction with the ...
... System Messages list or in a certain sequence to indicate status and problems. See your Service Manual for laptop computers System messages Windows Hardware Troubleshooter Dell Diagnostics Function The power button light illuminates and blinks or remains solid to indicate different power...Tool Power lights Diagnostic lights for desktop computers Diagnostic lights for information about diagnostic lights. Dell Diagnostics can also indicate internal power problems. See your Service Manual for information about diagnostic and status lights. These lights function in conjunction with the ...
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... into a power strip, ensure that the power strip is not receiving power. - For additional safety best practices information, see the Service Manual for self-support information, software updates, and health scans of the computer illuminates and blinks or remains solid to resume normal operation. power...computer. Reseat the power cable into an electrical outlet and that the power strip is plugged into both the power connector on . Dell Support Utility Use this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer. Press a key on the front of your computing...
... into a power strip, ensure that the power strip is not receiving power. - For additional safety best practices information, see the Service Manual for self-support information, software updates, and health scans of the computer illuminates and blinks or remains solid to resume normal operation. power...computer. Reseat the power cable into an electrical outlet and that the power strip is plugged into both the power connector on . Dell Support Utility Use this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer. Press a key on the front of your computing...
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.... When the computer starts normally, the lights flash, and then turn off. Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the Service Manual for your computer). • If the power light is blinking amber, the computer is receiving electrical power, but an internal power ...a lamp. - Ensure that the electrical outlet is steady amber, a device may exist. - Remove and then reinstall any cards (see the Service Manual for Desktop Computers Some desktop computers have lights labeled with your computer). - Multiple power strips connected to the system board (see the documentation shipped...
.... When the computer starts normally, the lights flash, and then turn off. Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the Service Manual for your computer). • If the power light is blinking amber, the computer is receiving electrical power, but an internal power ...a lamp. - Ensure that the electrical outlet is steady amber, a device may exist. - Remove and then reinstall any cards (see the Service Manual for Desktop Computers Some desktop computers have lights labeled with your computer). - Multiple power strips connected to the system board (see the documentation shipped...
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... for assistance). Possible motherboard failure or RTC battery low. Replace the battery (see the documentation shipped with your computer). Replace the CPU fan (see the Service Manual for your computer for more details. D I S K R E A D F A I C A L S U P P O R T - FOR HELP IN RESOLVING THIS PROBLEM, PLEASE NOTE THIS C H E... U F A N F A I L U R E - See the documentation shipped with your computer or see "Contacting Dell" on the Dell Support website support.dell.com. CPU fan failure. ALERT! PREVIOUS ATTEMPTS AT BOOTING THIS SYSTEM HAVE FAILED AT CHECKPOINT [NNNN]. C M O S C...
... for assistance). Possible motherboard failure or RTC battery low. Replace the battery (see the documentation shipped with your computer). Replace the CPU fan (see the Service Manual for your computer for more details. D I S K R E A D F A I C A L S U P P O R T - FOR HELP IN RESOLVING THIS PROBLEM, PLEASE NOTE THIS C H E... U F A N F A I L U R E - See the documentation shipped with your computer or see "Contacting Dell" on the Dell Support website support.dell.com. CPU fan failure. ALERT! PREVIOUS ATTEMPTS AT BOOTING THIS SYSTEM HAVE FAILED AT CHECKPOINT [NNNN]. C M O S C...
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...ATTACH THE POWER ADAPTER, OR PLUG IN THE POWER CORD. STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO CONTINUE, F2 TO RUN THE SETUP UTILITY. Contact Dell for instructions, see "Contacting Dell" on page 281). WARNING: A XXX-W AC ADAPTER HAS BEEN DETECTED, WHICH IS LESS THAN 278 Troubleshooting O F - THE AC...time (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 308). IF YOU DID NOT CHANGE YOUR MEMORY... Run the Dell Diagnostics (see the documentation shipped with your computer's Service Manual). • If memory was not removed or installed, memory module or system board failure may have occurred. Ensure ...
...ATTACH THE POWER ADAPTER, OR PLUG IN THE POWER CORD. STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO CONTINUE, F2 TO RUN THE SETUP UTILITY. Contact Dell for instructions, see "Contacting Dell" on page 281). WARNING: A XXX-W AC ADAPTER HAS BEEN DETECTED, WHICH IS LESS THAN 278 Troubleshooting O F - THE AC...time (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 308). IF YOU DID NOT CHANGE YOUR MEMORY... Run the Dell Diagnostics (see the documentation shipped with your computer's Service Manual). • If memory was not removed or installed, memory module or system board failure may have occurred. Ensure ...
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...time and date information after turning on page 337). For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Windows Vista® • Click Start → and click Computer. TEST THE DRIVE - • Insert another... in this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer. If the drive is not listed, see your Service Manual or contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 125. See "Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security)" on page 337). Windows® XP ...
...time and date information after turning on page 337). For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Windows Vista® • Click Start → and click Computer. TEST THE DRIVE - • Insert another... in this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer. If the drive is not listed, see your Service Manual or contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 125. See "Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security)" on page 337). Windows® XP ...
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...R I G H T S O N T H E B A C K O F T H E C O M P U T E R - For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. C H E C K T H E N E T W O R K L I V E R - RESTART THE COMPUTER AND LOG ON TO THE NETWORK AGAIN C H E C K Y O U R ...A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - See "Windows Hardware Troubleshooter" on page 275), no network communication is off (see the Service Manual for Media Drives" on the back of the computer and the network jack. If the link integrity light is occurring. C H E C K T H E N E T ...
...R I G H T S O N T H E B A C K O F T H E C O M P U T E R - For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. C H E C K T H E N E T W O R K L I V E R - RESTART THE COMPUTER AND LOG ON TO THE NETWORK AGAIN C H E C K Y O U R ...A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - See "Windows Hardware Troubleshooter" on page 275), no network communication is off (see the Service Manual for Media Drives" on the back of the computer and the network jack. If the link integrity light is occurring. C H E C K T H E N E T ...
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... installed and securely connected to match the AC power at your location (if applicable). • Ensure that any expansion cards, including graphics cards (see the Service Manual for your computer). Press a key on page 275. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I S S T E A D Y A M B E R - I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I S O F F - I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I N ...and mouse extension cables • Too many devices connected to the system board (see the Service Manual for your computer). • Remove and then reinstall all components and cables are turned on...
... installed and securely connected to match the AC power at your location (if applicable). • Ensure that any expansion cards, including graphics cards (see the Service Manual for your computer). Press a key on page 275. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I S S T E A D Y A M B E R - I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I S O F F - I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I N ...and mouse extension cables • Too many devices connected to the system board (see the Service Manual for your computer). • Remove and then reinstall all components and cables are turned on...
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... the computer is either turned off or is in known working condition to the system board (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. If the computer is plugged into a power strip, ensure that the power strip is plugged into both the power connector... is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem might exist. 304 Troubleshooting Contact Dell (see "Power Lights for your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Service Manual for Desktop Computers" on the front of the procedures in this section, follow the ...
... the computer is either turned off or is in known working condition to the system board (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. If the computer is plugged into a power strip, ensure that the power strip is plugged into both the power connector... is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem might exist. 304 Troubleshooting Contact Dell (see "Power Lights for your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Service Manual for Desktop Computers" on the front of the procedures in this section, follow the ...
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...Multiple power strips connected to the system board (see the Service Manual for your computer.) • If the power light is securely connected to the same electrical outlet Dell Technical Update Service The Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e-mail notification of interference are: - To ...enroll for your location, if applicable. - Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables - The service is set to support.dell.com/technicalupdate. Troubleshooting 305 Remove and then reinstall any cards (see the Documentation for your computer). - Ensure that ...
...Multiple power strips connected to the system board (see the Service Manual for your computer.) • If the power light is securely connected to the same electrical outlet Dell Technical Update Service The Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e-mail notification of interference are: - To ...enroll for your location, if applicable. - Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables - The service is set to support.dell.com/technicalupdate. Troubleshooting 305 Remove and then reinstall any cards (see the Documentation for your computer). - Ensure that ...
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... computer. One beep - Possible motherboard failure BIOS ROM checksum failure Contact Dell (see "Using Support Tools" on page 37 or "Contacting Dell" on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. See the Service Manual on page 55. WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for advanced...
... computer. One beep - Possible motherboard failure BIOS ROM checksum failure Contact Dell (see "Using Support Tools" on page 37 or "Contacting Dell" on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. See the Service Manual on page 55. WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for advanced...
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...read/write failure • Ensure that no special memory module/ memory connector placement requirements exist (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). • Verify that the memory modules that you have identified a faulty module or reinstalled all ...Specifications" on page 58. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 55). 30 Processor failure Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 55). Display failure Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 55). Continue until you are installing are compatible with...
...read/write failure • Ensure that no special memory module/ memory connector placement requirements exist (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). • Verify that the memory modules that you have identified a faulty module or reinstalled all ...Specifications" on page 58. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 55). 30 Processor failure Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 55). Display failure Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 55). Continue until you are installing are compatible with...
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...See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. If you are following the memory installation guidelines (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). • Check if the memory module is compatible with your computer. 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) to ensure that your computer is successfully communicating ...
...See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. If you are following the memory installation guidelines (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). • Check if the memory module is compatible with your computer. 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) to ensure that your computer is successfully communicating ...
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.... CPU fan has failed. Replace the CPU fan (see "Contacting Dell" on page 55 for assistance). Replace the keyboard, see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com or see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at checkpoint [nnnn]. Hard-disk drive read failure -...System Messages If your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 38 Keyboard failure or loose cable. Replace the battery (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com or see "Contacting Dell" on page 55 for either the operating system...
.... CPU fan has failed. Replace the CPU fan (see "Contacting Dell" on page 55 for assistance). Replace the keyboard, see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com or see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at checkpoint [nnnn]. Hard-disk drive read failure -...System Messages If your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 38 Keyboard failure or loose cable. Replace the battery (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com or see "Contacting Dell" on page 55 for either the operating system...
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... Guide installed on your hard drive the Service Manual on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void your warranty. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system run a diagnostic program for... defective part See: the Operating System disc the Drivers and Utilities disc NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your computer. 56
... Guide installed on your hard drive the Service Manual on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void your warranty. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system run a diagnostic program for... defective part See: the Operating System disc the Drivers and Utilities disc NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your computer. 56