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... Downloads • Enterprise Resource Center • Find Express Service Code • Manuals Finding Information 29 Dell Support Website The Dell Support website at support.dell.com provides a variety of information: • Technical Support: Research and find the latest solutions and help for your Dell product. • Customer Service: Explore options such as order status and pickup for...
... Downloads • Enterprise Resource Center • Find Express Service Code • Manuals Finding Information 29 Dell Support Website The Dell Support website at support.dell.com provides a variety of information: • Technical Support: Research and find the latest solutions and help for your Dell product. • Customer Service: Explore options such as order status and pickup for...
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... 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 ... you will 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 Follow the ...
... 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 ... you will 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 Follow the ...
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...be resolved. Keyboard status lights indicate status and any problems. See your Service Manual for information about power lights. Dell Diagnostics can also indicate internal power problems. See your Service Manual for information about diagnostic and status lights. These lights start and turn ... 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...
...be resolved. Keyboard status lights indicate status and any problems. See your Service Manual for information about power lights. Dell Diagnostics can also indicate internal power problems. See your Service Manual for information about diagnostic and status lights. These lights start and turn ... 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...
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... is plugged into a power strip, ensure that the power strip is not responding, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Dell Support Utility Use this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer. power button The power button light located on... and the computer is turned on the front of the procedures in standby mode. For additional safety best practices information, see the Service Manual for self-support information, software updates, and health scans of the computer and the electrical outlet. - NOTE: On certain systems ...
... is plugged into a power strip, ensure that the power strip is not responding, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Dell Support Utility Use this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer. power button The power button light located on... and the computer is turned on the front of the procedures in standby mode. For additional safety best practices information, see the Service Manual for self-support information, software updates, and health scans of the computer and the electrical outlet. - NOTE: On certain systems ...
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... amber, a device may exist. - Ensure that the computer turns on properly. - Remove and then reinstall any cards (see the Service Manual for your computer). • If the power light is set to help identify the problem. 274 Troubleshooting Ensure that the main power ...to the same electrical outlet Diagnostic Lights for your location, if applicable. - Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the Service Manual for Desktop Computers Some desktop computers have lights labeled with your computer). - If the computer malfunctions, the sequence of interference are ...
... amber, a device may exist. - Ensure that the computer turns on properly. - Remove and then reinstall any cards (see the Service Manual for your computer). • If the power light is set to help identify the problem. 274 Troubleshooting Ensure that the main power ...to the same electrical outlet Diagnostic Lights for your location, if applicable. - Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the Service Manual for Desktop Computers Some desktop computers have lights labeled with your computer). - If the computer malfunctions, the sequence of interference are ...
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... computer or see the documentation shipped with your computer). Replace the battery (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337 for the topic on the Dell Support website support.dell.com. Possible HDD failure during HDD boot test (see the Service Manual for your computer or search for Laptop Computers Typically laptop computers have keyboard status lights...
... computer or see the documentation shipped with your computer). Replace the battery (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337 for the topic on the Dell Support website support.dell.com. Possible HDD failure during HDD boot test (see the Service Manual for your computer or search for Laptop Computers Typically laptop computers have keyboard status lights...
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... (for assistance (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. Enter the system setup program and correct the date or time (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 308). THE SYSTEM CAN ONLY BOOT WITH...
... (for assistance (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. Enter the system setup program and correct the date or time (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 308). THE SYSTEM CAN ONLY BOOT WITH...
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...and Ensure Security)" on page 337). For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Drive Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety ... section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer. If the drive is not listed, see your computer). Replace the battery only with your Service Manual or contact Dell (see the instructions that the original drive is incorrectly installed. R E P L A C E T H E B A T T E R Y - ENSURE ...
...and Ensure Security)" on page 337). For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Drive Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety ... section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer. If the drive is not listed, see your computer). Replace the battery only with your Service Manual or contact Dell (see the instructions that the original drive is incorrectly installed. R E P L A C E T H E B A T T E R Y - ENSURE ...
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... computer. Power Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer or see the Service Manual for Laptop Computers" on page 275), no network communication is firmly inserted into the network connector on page 79. R E I N S T A L L T H E M O U S E D R I ... S H O O T E R - For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. See "Power Lights for Desktop Computers" on page 273 or "Diagnostic Lights for Media Drives" on the ...
... computer. Power Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer or see the Service Manual for Laptop Computers" on page 275), no network communication is firmly inserted into the network connector on page 79. R E I N S T A L L T H E M O U S E D R I ... S H O O T E R - For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. See "Power Lights for Desktop Computers" on page 273 or "Diagnostic Lights for Media Drives" on the ...
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... condition to verify that the computer turns on properly. • Ensure that the processor power cable is securely connected to the system board (see the Service Manual for your computer). I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I N G B L U E - A device may exist. • Ensure that the... (if applicable). • Ensure that the main power cable and front panel cable are securely connected to the system board power connector (POWER2) (see the Service Manual for your computer). I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S O F F - The computer is receiving electrical power, but an ...
... condition to verify that the computer turns on properly. • Ensure that the processor power cable is securely connected to the system board (see the Service Manual for your computer). I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I N G B L U E - A device may exist. • Ensure that the... (if applicable). • Ensure that the main power cable and front panel cable are securely connected to the system board power connector (POWER2) (see the Service Manual for your computer). I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S O F F - The computer is receiving electrical power, but an ...
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... you begin any of the computer illuminates and blinks or remains solid to the system board (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. defective. The power button light located on the front of the procedures in standby mode. Press a key on the ... the power light is blinking amber, the computer is not responding, see "Contacting Dell" on the back of the computer and the electrical outlet. - For additional safety best practices information, see the Service Manual for Desktop Computers" on page 273. Reseat the power cable into an electrical outlet...
... you begin any of the computer illuminates and blinks or remains solid to the system board (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. defective. The power button light located on the front of the procedures in standby mode. Press a key on the ... the power light is blinking amber, the computer is not responding, see "Contacting Dell" on the back of the computer and the electrical outlet. - For additional safety best practices information, see the Service Manual for Desktop Computers" on page 273. Reseat the power cable into an electrical outlet...
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... for your computer. • Eliminate interference. Multiple power strips connected to the same electrical outlet Dell Technical Update Service The Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e-mail notification of interference are: - Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the Service Manual for content, format, and how frequently you receive notifications. Power, keyboard, and mouse extension...
... for your computer. • Eliminate interference. Multiple power strips connected to the same electrical outlet Dell Technical Update Service The Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e-mail notification of interference are: - Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the Service Manual for content, format, and how frequently you receive notifications. Power, keyboard, and mouse extension...
Setup Guide
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... problems - • Ensure that you are following the memory installation guidelines (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals) to ensure that resolves the problem. • See the software documentation for minimum memory...Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • Reseat the memory modules (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/ manuals) to see if that your computer, see "Basic Specifications" on page 64. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 43). • Reseat the memory modules (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals...
... problems - • Ensure that you are following the memory installation guidelines (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals) to ensure that resolves the problem. • See the software documentation for minimum memory...Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • Reseat the memory modules (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/ manuals) to see if that your computer, see "Basic Specifications" on page 64. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 43). • Reseat the memory modules (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals...
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... low. Replace the RTC coin-cell battery (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals) or contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 61). Replace the CPU fan (see the Service Manual at checkpoint [nnnn]. Keyboard failure - Keyboard failure or loose cable. Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 61). CPU fan has failed. Previous...
... low. Replace the RTC coin-cell battery (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals) or contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 61). Replace the CPU fan (see the Service Manual at checkpoint [nnnn]. Keyboard failure - Keyboard failure or loose cable. Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 61). CPU fan has failed. Previous...
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...problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. See the System Setup section in the Service Manual to review your computer. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc is active. Start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. 43 In the search results, select ...Type hardware troubleshooter in the search field and press to start the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1. NOTE: Dell Diagnostics works only on page 38 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance. Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during the operating system ...
...problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. See the System Setup section in the Service Manual to review your computer. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc is active. Start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. 43 In the search results, select ...Type hardware troubleshooter in the search field and press to start the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1. NOTE: Dell Diagnostics works only on page 38 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance. Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during the operating system ...
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INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall computer system software, or update ... updates can be found at support.dell.com/ manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void your warranty. the Dell Technology Guide installed on your computer. 62 Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your hard drive or at support.dell.com/manuals the Service Manual at support.dell.com.
INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall computer system software, or update ... updates can be found at support.dell.com/ manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void your warranty. the Dell Technology Guide installed on your computer. 62 Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your hard drive or at support.dell.com/manuals the Service Manual at support.dell.com.
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7-in-1 Memory Card Reader Memory card controller Realtek RTS5159 Memory card connector 7-in-1 combo card connector Flash cards supported Secure Digital (SD) SD High-Density (SDHD) SD High-Capacity (SDHC) MultiMediaCard (MMC) MMCplus xD-Picure Card Memory Stick Memory Stick Pro Basic Specifications Memory Memory module two user-accessible connector SODIMM connectors Memory module 2 GB, 3 GB, capacities 4 GB, 6 GB Memory type DDR3 1067 MHz NOTE: For instructions on upgrading memory, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. 65
7-in-1 Memory Card Reader Memory card controller Realtek RTS5159 Memory card connector 7-in-1 combo card connector Flash cards supported Secure Digital (SD) SD High-Density (SDHD) SD High-Capacity (SDHC) MultiMediaCard (MMC) MMCplus xD-Picure Card Memory Stick Memory Stick Pro Basic Specifications Memory Memory module two user-accessible connector SODIMM connectors Memory module 2 GB, 3 GB, capacities 4 GB, 6 GB Memory type DDR3 1067 MHz NOTE: For instructions on upgrading memory, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. 65