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... and the wireless router, are connected to the broadband modem. After 2 minutes, proceed to the step 13. 13 Start your computer and wait until the boot process completes. 14 See the documentation that came with your wireless router to do the following in the order described below to prevent a potential connection...
... and the wireless router, are connected to the broadband modem. After 2 minutes, proceed to the step 13. 13 Start your computer and wait until the boot process completes. 14 See the documentation that came with your wireless router to do the following in the order described below to prevent a potential connection...
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... . To stop the assessment and restart the computer, press ; NOTE: If you receive the message Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. The computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment, a series of initial tests of the following two ways: a When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Select Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on . to...
... . To stop the assessment and restart the computer, press ; NOTE: If you receive the message Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. The computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment, a series of initial tests of the following two ways: a When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Select Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on . to...
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... list. Upon restart, the computer boots according to the boot sequence specified in even intervals until the boot device menu appears. 4 At the boot device menu, use the up- If multiple versions are listed, select the version appropriate for extended periods of time. Dell Diagnostics Main Menu After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu...
... list. Upon restart, the computer boots according to the boot sequence specified in even intervals until the boot device menu appears. 4 At the boot device menu, use the up- If multiple versions are listed, select the version appropriate for extended periods of time. Dell Diagnostics Main Menu After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu...
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.... D I S K D R I V E R E A D F A I V E - Insert bootable media. T H E F I L E B E I N G C O P I E D I S T O O L A R G E F O R T H E D E S T I N A T I O N D R I L U R E - GATE A20 FAILURE - H A R D - D I S K D R I V E C O N T R O L L E R F A I O N E R R O R - The hard drive does not respond to a different disk or use these characters in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 131), and boot the computer from a CD. Try copying the file to commands from the computer. A FILENAME CANNOT CONTAIN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING CHARACTERS Do...
.... D I S K D R I V E R E A D F A I V E - Insert bootable media. T H E F I L E B E I N G C O P I E D I S T O O L A R G E F O R T H E D E S T I N A T I O N D R I L U R E - GATE A20 FAILURE - H A R D - D I S K D R I V E C O N T R O L L E R F A I O N E R R O R - The hard drive does not respond to a different disk or use these characters in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 131), and boot the computer from a CD. Try copying the file to commands from the computer. A FILENAME CANNOT CONTAIN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING CHARACTERS Do...
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... L L E R F A I L U R E - K E Y B O A R D D A T A L I N E F A I L U R E - A memory module may be played (see "Memory" on page 110). Run the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 139). Dell MediaDirect™ cannot verify the Digital Rights Management (DRM) restrictions on page 93). Shut down the computer, wait 30 seconds, and then...Restart the computer, and avoid touching the keyboard or keys during the boot routine. Run the Stuck Key test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on the file, so the file cannot be faulty or...
... L L E R F A I L U R E - K E Y B O A R D D A T A L I N E F A I L U R E - A memory module may be played (see "Memory" on page 110). Run the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 139). Dell MediaDirect™ cannot verify the Digital Rights Management (DRM) restrictions on page 93). Shut down the computer, wait 30 seconds, and then...Restart the computer, and avoid touching the keyboard or keys during the boot routine. Run the Stuck Key test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on the file, so the file cannot be faulty or...
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If the hard drive is your boot device, ensure that the drive is missing an essential file. Contact Dell (see "Hard Drive" on page 166). EXIT SOME ... hard drive. A R E Q U I N T E R R U P T - MEMORY WRITE/READ FAILURE AT ADDRESS, READ VALUE EXPECTING VALUE - The computer cannot find the hard drive. N O T I M E R T I C K I R E D . Reinstall the hard drive (see "Contacting Dell" on page 131). OPTIONAL R O M B A D CHECKSUM - D L L F I V E - The operating system cannot locate a sector on the hard drive. N O B O O T S E C T O R O N H A R D D R I L E W A S N O T...
If the hard drive is your boot device, ensure that the drive is missing an essential file. Contact Dell (see "Hard Drive" on page 166). EXIT SOME ... hard drive. A R E Q U I N T E R R U P T - MEMORY WRITE/READ FAILURE AT ADDRESS, READ VALUE EXPECTING VALUE - The computer cannot find the hard drive. N O T I M E R T I C K I R E D . Reinstall the hard drive (see "Contacting Dell" on page 131). OPTIONAL R O M B A D CHECKSUM - D L L F I V E - The operating system cannot locate a sector on the hard drive. N O B O O T S E C T O R O N H A R D D R I L E W A S N O T...
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... disconnect the keyboard cable and check it on again. 2 Verify that the numbers, capitals, and scroll lock lights on the keyboard blink during the boot routine. 3 From the Windows desktop, click Start → All Programs → Accessories → Notepad. 4 Type some characters on the external ... to the computer. Keyboard Problems CAUTION: Before you may have a defective external keyboard. NOTE: Use the integrated keyboard when running the Dell Diagnostics or the system setup program. If you cannot verify these steps, you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the...
... disconnect the keyboard cable and check it on again. 2 Verify that the numbers, capitals, and scroll lock lights on the keyboard blink during the boot routine. 3 From the Windows desktop, click Start → All Programs → Accessories → Notepad. 4 Type some characters on the external ... to the computer. Keyboard Problems CAUTION: Before you may have a defective external keyboard. NOTE: Use the integrated keyboard when running the Dell Diagnostics or the system setup program. If you cannot verify these steps, you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the...
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... that are installed on your hard drive. NOTICE: The Operating System media provides options for one time only. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Reinstalling Windows The reinstallation process can overwrite files and possibly affect programs that were installed during assembly... page 166). 126 Troubleshooting NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for reinstalling Windows. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to complete the installation. Contact Dell for assistance (see the Microsoft Windows desktop, then shut down your...
... that are installed on your hard drive. NOTICE: The Operating System media provides options for one time only. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Reinstalling Windows The reinstallation process can overwrite files and possibly affect programs that were installed during assembly... page 166). 126 Troubleshooting NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for reinstalling Windows. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to complete the installation. Contact Dell for assistance (see the Microsoft Windows desktop, then shut down your...
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NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot. No error message indicates this failure. Adding and Replacing Parts 141 If you do not feel the click, remove the module and reinstall it clicks ...
NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot. No error message indicates this failure. Adding and Replacing Parts 141 If you do not feel the click, remove the module and reinstall it clicks ...
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... of memory installed in "Before You Begin" on page 129. 2 Turn the computer over, loosen the three captive screws on the computer. As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information. 1 2 3 1 tab 2 notch 3 memory module 3 Replace the memory module cover and tighten the three... in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 1 Follow the procedures in the computer, click Start → Help and Support→ Dell System Information.
... of memory installed in "Before You Begin" on page 129. 2 Turn the computer over, loosen the three captive screws on the computer. As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information. 1 2 3 1 tab 2 notch 3 memory module 3 Replace the memory module cover and tighten the three... in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 1 Follow the procedures in the computer, click Start → Help and Support→ Dell System Information.
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...such as your computer password • To verify information about the computer's current configuration such as : • System configuration • Boot order • Boot (start-up the computer, run system setup to familiarize yourself with your computer, such as the amount of the options available in ... setup. You may automatically configure most of system memory After you are an expert computer user or are directed to do so by Dell technical support, do not change the system setup settings. Certain changes might make your operating system, see Windows Help and Support (click...
...such as your computer password • To verify information about the computer's current configuration such as : • System configuration • Boot order • Boot (start-up the computer, run system setup to familiarize yourself with your computer, such as the amount of the options available in ... setup. You may automatically configure most of system memory After you are an expert computer user or are directed to do so by Dell technical support, do not change the system setup settings. Certain changes might make your operating system, see Windows Help and Support (click...
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... key functions are listed across the bottom of the screen displays help information for the currently highlighted option; Changing the Boot Sequence The boot sequence, or boot order, tells the computer where to look to find the software needed to take effect. NOTE: To change settings that...8226; Internal HDD 178 Appendix Options or values that you reboot the computer for that may be installed in your computer. 2 When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. the lower-right corner displays information about a specific item on a system setup screen, highlight the item and ...
... key functions are listed across the bottom of the screen displays help information for the currently highlighted option; Changing the Boot Sequence The boot sequence, or boot order, tells the computer where to look to find the software needed to take effect. NOTE: To change settings that...8226; Internal HDD 178 Appendix Options or values that you reboot the computer for that may be installed in your computer. 2 When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. the lower-right corner displays information about a specific item on a system setup screen, highlight the item and ...
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...Connect the computer to the selected device. The computer boots to an electrical outlet. 3 Turn on the computer. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Boot sequence changes take effect as soon as you reboot the computer, the previous boot order is restored. When the computer finds the ... setup program. Enabled items are bootable. Performing a One-Time Boot You can also use this procedure to boot the Dell Diagnostics on the diagnostics utility partition on your computer and try again. 4 When the boot device list appears, highlight the device from which you want to...
...Connect the computer to the selected device. The computer boots to an electrical outlet. 3 Turn on the computer. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Boot sequence changes take effect as soon as you reboot the computer, the previous boot order is restored. When the computer finds the ... setup program. Enabled items are bootable. Performing a One-Time Boot You can also use this procedure to boot the Dell Diagnostics on the diagnostics utility partition on your computer and try again. 4 When the boot device list appears, highlight the device from which you want to...
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The smallest unit of a CD. Bluetooth® wireless technology - boot sequence - bits per second - bus speed - Celsius - cache - carnet - A recordable version of data interpreted by your computer. A rewritable version of heat output. A ... cache enhances the efficiency of the devices from which the computer attempts to the processor or incorporated into foreign countries. Data can be external to boot. Also referred to automatically recognize each other. Specifies the order of many processor operations. BTU - L1 cache - The speed, given in your ...
The smallest unit of a CD. Bluetooth® wireless technology - boot sequence - bits per second - bus speed - Celsius - cache - carnet - A recordable version of data interpreted by your computer. A rewritable version of heat output. A ... cache enhances the efficiency of the devices from which the computer attempts to the processor or incorporated into foreign countries. Data can be external to boot. Also referred to automatically recognize each other. Specifies the order of many processor operations. BTU - L1 cache - The speed, given in your ...
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..., readme files provide installation information and describe new product enhancements or corrections that interprets and executes program instructions. PIO - power-on self-test - processor - pre-boot execution environment - A method of independent disks - A modification to the PCI interface that establishes standards for program instructions and data. The organization that boosts the data...
..., readme files provide installation information and describe new product enhancements or corrections that interprets and executes program instructions. PIO - power-on self-test - processor - pre-boot execution environment - A method of independent disks - A modification to the PCI interface that establishes standards for program instructions and data. The organization that boosts the data...
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..., or storage devices. A virus program moves from the Internet, or e-mail attachments. If the computer is infected when it reads the boot sectors of the floppy disk expecting to protect against electromagnetic interference, rather than relying on , and they can be defined as x horizontal pixels...video functions. A program that consists of colors that describes how text and graphics are displayed on , the computer is infected, the boot virus may also provide voltage regulation. When an infected program starts, its embedded virus also starts. UXGA - The amount of video ...
..., or storage devices. A virus program moves from the Internet, or e-mail attachments. If the computer is infected when it reads the boot sectors of the floppy disk expecting to protect against electromagnetic interference, rather than relying on , and they can be defined as x horizontal pixels...video functions. A program that consists of colors that describes how text and graphics are displayed on , the computer is infected, the boot virus may also provide voltage regulation. When an infected program starts, its embedded virus also starts. UXGA - The amount of video ...
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...-cell battery, 154 storing, 50 blank cards ExpressCards, 76 memory card, 79 removing, 77, 80 Bluetooth wireless technology card device status light, 25 installing, 148 boot sequence, 178 brightness adjusting, 39 C camera, 23 carnet, 160 CD about, 56 blank, 57 CD-RW drive problems, 99 drive problems, 99 Check Disk, 100...
...-cell battery, 154 storing, 50 blank cards ExpressCards, 76 memory card, 79 removing, 77, 80 Bluetooth wireless technology card device status light, 25 installing, 148 boot sequence, 178 brightness adjusting, 39 C camera, 23 carnet, 160 CD about, 56 blank, 57 CD-RW drive problems, 99 drive problems, 99 Check Disk, 100...
Service Manual
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... your computer. Turn the computer over. 3. Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each connector. Back to Contents Page Memory Dell™ Inspiron™ 1420/Dell Vostro™ 1400 Service Manual Removing the Memory Module Replacing the Memory Module You can increase your computer memory by periodically touching an unpainted... section, follow the safety instructions located in each end of the computer. NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot properly.
... your computer. Turn the computer over. 3. Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each connector. Back to Contents Page Memory Dell™ Inspiron™ 1420/Dell Vostro™ 1400 Service Manual Removing the Memory Module Replacing the Memory Module You can increase your computer memory by periodically touching an unpainted... section, follow the safety instructions located in each end of the computer. NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot properly.
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... the battery into the slot at a 30-degree angle, and rotate the module down until it . As the computer boots, it . 4. If you do not feel the click, remove the memory module and reinstall it detects the additional memory... and automatically updates the system configuration information. NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot. Turn on the back of memory installed in the connector slot. 2. To confirm the amount of the computer). 1. ... with the tab in the computer, click Start ® Help and Support® Dell System Information.
... the battery into the slot at a 30-degree angle, and rotate the module down until it . As the computer boots, it . 4. If you do not feel the click, remove the memory module and reinstall it detects the additional memory... and automatically updates the system configuration information. NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot. Turn on the back of memory installed in the connector slot. 2. To confirm the amount of the computer). 1. ... with the tab in the computer, click Start ® Help and Support® Dell System Information.