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... following activities significantly reduce the operating time of time. The coin-cell battery can hold a charge, varies depending on how you use your computer's power usage (see Power Management). • Using the Sleep power state when you leave the computer unattended for several years. The life of your battery: • Using optical drives. • Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, media cards, or USB devices. • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other configuration settings and...
... following activities significantly reduce the operating time of time. The coin-cell battery can hold a charge, varies depending on how you use your computer's power usage (see Power Management). • Using the Sleep power state when you leave the computer unattended for several years. The life of your battery: • Using optical drives. • Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, media cards, or USB devices. • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other configuration settings and...
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... connection. This connection method reduces cable clutter and gives you the flexibility to operate and some wireless keyboards have rechargeable batteries. On a Dell laptop computer, there are generally three lighting states available: • Full keyboard/touchpad brightness • Half keyboard/touchpad brightness • No lighting Pressing the and the right-arrow key toggles between the three lighting states. Keyboard Connection Types You can connect a keyboard to your computer using a Bluetooth adapter connected to the computer using the Bluetooth adapter already installed...
... connection. This connection method reduces cable clutter and gives you the flexibility to operate and some wireless keyboards have rechargeable batteries. On a Dell laptop computer, there are generally three lighting states available: • Full keyboard/touchpad brightness • Half keyboard/touchpad brightness • No lighting Pressing the and the right-arrow key toggles between the three lighting states. Keyboard Connection Types You can connect a keyboard to your computer using a Bluetooth adapter connected to the computer using the Bluetooth adapter already installed...
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... access to the Internet, you can be internal or external. The location on the label is: • Portable computers: Bottom of the portable computer • Desktop computer: Back or top of your computer. Click Find My Service Tag and follow the steps below: -- Most of storage devices are hard drives, optical drives, USB memory keys, and so on the screen. Examples of the storage devices...
... access to the Internet, you can be internal or external. The location on the label is: • Portable computers: Bottom of the portable computer • Desktop computer: Back or top of your computer. Click Find My Service Tag and follow the steps below: -- Most of storage devices are hard drives, optical drives, USB memory keys, and so on the screen. Examples of the storage devices...
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...messaging services such as Google Talk, Yahoo! Dell Webcam Manager includes: • Webcam Center - Configure webcam features like picture quality, face tracking, pan and zoom, audio and video effects, and so on . • Live! Click Start → All Programs or Programs. 2. The webcam is now enabled. Open the webcam software to enable the microphone. Click Dell Webcam→ Dell Webcam Manager. Webcam 47 Dell Webcam Manager window opens. 3. Click Enable. Click Imaging Devices and then double-click Camera. 3. Dell Webcam Manager The Dell Webcam Manager...
...messaging services such as Google Talk, Yahoo! Dell Webcam Manager includes: • Webcam Center - Configure webcam features like picture quality, face tracking, pan and zoom, audio and video effects, and so on . • Live! Click Start → All Programs or Programs. 2. The webcam is now enabled. Open the webcam software to enable the microphone. Click Dell Webcam→ Dell Webcam Manager. Webcam 47 Dell Webcam Manager window opens. 3. Click Enable. Click Imaging Devices and then double-click Camera. 3. Dell Webcam Manager The Dell Webcam Manager...
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.../3dtv. 1. b. Connection Type VGA-to-VGA (VGA cable) Computer Cable DVI-to-DVI (DVI cable) DVI-to-VGA (DVI-to-VGA adapter + VGA cable) HDMI-to-HDMI (HDMI cable) HDMI-to-DVI (HDMI-to-DVI adapter + DVI cable) Display You can purchase the DVI-to-VGA adapter, HDMI-to the TV's 3D settings menu. Set the 3D mode to the 3D TV using a HDMI cable. 3. NOTE: The HDMI cable transmits both audio and video signals. 2. Connect your computer supports 3D, see...
.../3dtv. 1. b. Connection Type VGA-to-VGA (VGA cable) Computer Cable DVI-to-DVI (DVI cable) DVI-to-VGA (DVI-to-VGA adapter + VGA cable) HDMI-to-HDMI (HDMI cable) HDMI-to-DVI (HDMI-to-DVI adapter + DVI cable) Display You can purchase the DVI-to-VGA adapter, HDMI-to the TV's 3D settings menu. Set the 3D mode to the 3D TV using a HDMI cable. 3. NOTE: The HDMI cable transmits both audio and video signals. 2. Connect your computer supports 3D, see...
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... your wireless display adapter from support.dell.com. Connect the wireless display adapter to Existing Adapter. Double-click the Intel Wireless Display icon Intel Wireless Display window appears. on the TV and the wireless display adapter. 5. The 2. Turn on the desktop. Select your computer and must be purchased separately. 4. To enable wireless display: 1. NOTE: You can download and install the latest driver for Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager from the Detected wireless displays list. 9. Setting Up Wireless Display To set up wireless display: 1.
... your wireless display adapter from support.dell.com. Connect the wireless display adapter to Existing Adapter. Double-click the Intel Wireless Display icon Intel Wireless Display window appears. on the TV and the wireless display adapter. 5. The 2. Turn on the desktop. Select your computer and must be purchased separately. 4. To enable wireless display: 1. NOTE: You can download and install the latest driver for Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager from the Detected wireless displays list. 9. Setting Up Wireless Display To set up wireless display: 1.
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... the printer driver media that shipped with your printer into the optical drive and follow the instructions on the screen. If you experience problems with your computer sound, see the knowledge base article 266424 at support.dell.com. 4. In Windows Vista, click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Printers. In Windows 7, click Start → Devices and Printers. Follow the instructions in the Add Printer Wizard. Setting Up Your...
... the printer driver media that shipped with your printer into the optical drive and follow the instructions on the screen. If you experience problems with your computer sound, see the knowledge base article 266424 at support.dell.com. 4. In Windows Vista, click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Printers. In Windows 7, click Start → Devices and Printers. Follow the instructions in the Add Printer Wizard. Setting Up Your...
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... - Click Settings. Install any open files, and exit any software required for setup instructions. Windows 7 and Windows Vista 1. A router has multiple ports, each other, allowing the computers to select, click Help me choose or contact your wired Internet connection. Use either CAT 5 or CAT 5e cables. • Network interface card Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection • If you are using a mouse, pointing to the upper-right corner of connection to share Internet access provided...
... - Click Settings. Install any open files, and exit any software required for setup instructions. Windows 7 and Windows Vista 1. A router has multiple ports, each other, allowing the computers to select, click Help me choose or contact your wired Internet connection. Use either CAT 5 or CAT 5e cables. • Network interface card Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection • If you are using a mouse, pointing to the upper-right corner of connection to share Internet access provided...
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..., and then click Network and Sharing Center → Set up your wireless router. Setting Up a Local Area Network 105 Click Start , type network in your ISP for setup instructions. See the documentation that you received when you are using a mouse, pointing to the Internet. Contact your country. Expand Network Adapters. Set up a new connection or network → Connect to the upper-right corner of card, check the order confirmation that shipped...
..., and then click Network and Sharing Center → Set up your wireless router. Setting Up a Local Area Network 105 Click Start , type network in your ISP for setup instructions. See the documentation that you received when you are using a mouse, pointing to the Internet. Contact your country. Expand Network Adapters. Set up a new connection or network → Connect to the upper-right corner of card, check the order confirmation that shipped...
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... Recovery media or a USB flash drive. -- For more . Solution Station Solution Station is a one of file. • Performance and Configuration History - You can choose from one stop shop for premium support services providing Computer Configuration and Maintenance, Networking Set Up and Support, Home Entertainment Installation. Manage your needs: Phone support, Onsite support (in-home support), or Online services. Backup and Recovery - Get Help - Access system recovery tools that help improve your computer, common errors and problem troubleshooting...
... Recovery media or a USB flash drive. -- For more . Solution Station Solution Station is a one of file. • Performance and Configuration History - You can choose from one stop shop for premium support services providing Computer Configuration and Maintenance, Networking Set Up and Support, Home Entertainment Installation. Manage your needs: Phone support, Onsite support (in-home support), or Online services. Backup and Recovery - Get Help - Access system recovery tools that help improve your computer, common errors and problem troubleshooting...
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... and FAQs on the most common problems and instructions on any technical brand. Solution Station 115 On Stand Professional TV Installation - Solution Station Offerings Type Offerings Computer Setup and Support New Computer Setup File Transfer or Data Backup Service Internet and Email Setup Software Installation Computer Accessories Setup Windows Operating System Installation Virus and Spyware Removal Antivirus Installation Internet Parental Control Free PC Health Check Computer Maintenance Speed up your Computer Basic and...
... and FAQs on the most common problems and instructions on any technical brand. Solution Station 115 On Stand Professional TV Installation - Solution Station Offerings Type Offerings Computer Setup and Support New Computer Setup File Transfer or Data Backup Service Internet and Email Setup Software Installation Computer Accessories Setup Windows Operating System Installation Virus and Spyware Removal Antivirus Installation Internet Parental Control Free PC Health Check Computer Maintenance Speed up your Computer Basic and...
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To boot using the Boot Device Menu: 1. If booting from by pressing the number displayed next to the boot device. Turn on the next reboot. Then shut down -arrow key or by pressing up-arrow/ down your computer. 3. Select the device you are trying to boot from a USB memory key, highlight USB Flash Device and press . Your computer boots from the selected boot device only for the current boot, and boots from a network, connect the network cable to your computer. Press...
To boot using the Boot Device Menu: 1. If booting from by pressing the number displayed next to the boot device. Turn on the next reboot. Then shut down -arrow key or by pressing up-arrow/ down your computer. 3. Select the device you are trying to boot from a USB memory key, highlight USB Flash Device and press . Your computer boots from the selected boot device only for the current boot, and boots from a network, connect the network cable to your computer. Press...
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You can call Dell to troubleshooting wizards, user manuals, technical help blogs, download Dell driver and software updates, and so on. Windows 7 Click Start → Help and Support. Type Help and Support in the search box and press . You can learn about Dell products or services, or if you experience problems using your computer, you can get help from one of the screen, and then click Search charm. Getting Help...
You can call Dell to troubleshooting wizards, user manuals, technical help blogs, download Dell driver and software updates, and so on. Windows 7 Click Start → Help and Support. Type Help and Support in the search box and press . You can learn about Dell products or services, or if you experience problems using your computer, you can get help from one of the screen, and then click Search charm. Getting Help...
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... puts your open documents and programs on your hard disk, and then turns off . You need a USB flash drive or an external hard drive compatible with both computers can use hibernation when you know that allows a computer to quickly resume full-power operation (typically within several seconds) when you reduce the electricity consumption of power. Sleep is like pausing a DVD player; While sleep puts your work and settings in memory and draws...
... puts your open documents and programs on your hard disk, and then turns off . You need a USB flash drive or an external hard drive compatible with both computers can use hibernation when you know that allows a computer to quickly resume full-power operation (typically within several seconds) when you reduce the electricity consumption of power. Sleep is like pausing a DVD player; While sleep puts your work and settings in memory and draws...
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10 Coin-Cell Battery 41 Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 41 Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery 42 11 USB Board 43 Removing the USB Board 43 Replacing the USB Board 44 12 Thermal Cooling Assembly 45 Removing the Thermal Cooling Assembly 45 Replacing the Thermal Cooling Assembly 46 13 Processor Module (For Inspiron 15-N5050/15-N5040 Only 47 Removing the Processor Module 47 Replacing the Processor Module 48 14 Hinge Cover 51 Removing the Hinge Cover 51 Replacing the Hinge Cover 53 Contents 5
10 Coin-Cell Battery 41 Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 41 Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery 42 11 USB Board 43 Removing the USB Board 43 Replacing the USB Board 44 12 Thermal Cooling Assembly 45 Removing the Thermal Cooling Assembly 45 Replacing the Thermal Cooling Assembly 46 13 Processor Module (For Inspiron 15-N5050/15-N5040 Only 47 Removing the Processor Module 47 Replacing the Processor Module 48 14 Hinge Cover 51 Removing the Hinge Cover 51 Replacing the Hinge Cover 53 Contents 5
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... service technician should perform repairs on the cable itself. Damage due to servicing that the work surface is not covered by Dell is flat and clean to the system board, remove the main battery, see "Removing the Battery" on the locking tabs before you connect a cable, ensure that both connectors are disconnecting this type of cable, press in -1 media card reader. 5 Disconnect your computer and then unplug the cable from the network device...
... service technician should perform repairs on the cable itself. Damage due to servicing that the work surface is not covered by Dell is flat and clean to the system board, remove the main battery, see "Removing the Battery" on the locking tabs before you connect a cable, ensure that both connectors are disconnecting this type of cable, press in -1 media card reader. 5 Disconnect your computer and then unplug the cable from the network device...
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... install a memory module in the connector labeled "DIMM B." 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Align the notch in the memory module with the tab in the memory-module connector. 3 Slide the memory module firmly into the slot at a 45-degree angle, and press the memory module down until it . 1 3 2 1 memory-module connector 2 securing clips (2) 3 memory module Replacing the Memory Module(s) CAUTION: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module...
... install a memory module in the connector labeled "DIMM B." 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Align the notch in the memory module with the tab in the memory-module connector. 3 Slide the memory module firmly into the slot at a 45-degree angle, and press the memory module down until it . 1 3 2 1 memory-module connector 2 securing clips (2) 3 memory module Replacing the Memory Module(s) CAUTION: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module...
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... WLAN (black triangle) Antenna Cable Color Scheme white black 6 Replace the keyboard. See "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 14. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 17. 7 Replace the battery. The following table provides the antenna cable color scheme for your computer. NOTE: If you are installing. 4 Press the other than Dell, you must install the appropriate drivers and utilities. 28 Wireless Mini-Card Connectors on the system board and replace the...
... WLAN (black triangle) Antenna Cable Color Scheme white black 6 Replace the keyboard. See "Replacing the Keyboard" on page 14. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 17. 7 Replace the battery. The following table provides the antenna cable color scheme for your computer. NOTE: If you are installing. 4 Press the other than Dell, you must install the appropriate drivers and utilities. 28 Wireless Mini-Card Connectors on the system board and replace the...
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... battery. Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the hard drive. 3 Place the hard drive on the computer base. 4 Push the hard drive towards the left to connect it to the connector on the system board. 5 Follow the instructions from step 3 to step 7 in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the new hard drive from its packaging. CAUTION: Before turning on page 14. Hard Drive 39 1 1 hard drive Replacing...
... battery. Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the hard drive. 3 Place the hard drive on the computer base. 4 Push the hard drive towards the left to connect it to the connector on the system board. 5 Follow the instructions from step 3 to step 7 in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the new hard drive from its packaging. CAUTION: Before turning on page 14. Hard Drive 39 1 1 hard drive Replacing...
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Failure to do so may result in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Align the tabs on the hinge cover with the slots on the computer base and snap the hinge cover into place. 3 Turn the computer over. 4 Replace the screw that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Hinge Cover 53 See "Replacing the Battery" on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that secures the hinge cover to the computer base. 5 Replace the battery. CAUTION: Before turning on page 14. 1 hinge cover Replacing the Hinge Cover 1 Follow the instructions in damage to the computer.
Failure to do so may result in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Align the tabs on the hinge cover with the slots on the computer base and snap the hinge cover into place. 3 Turn the computer over. 4 Replace the screw that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Hinge Cover 53 See "Replacing the Battery" on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that secures the hinge cover to the computer base. 5 Replace the battery. CAUTION: Before turning on page 14. 1 hinge cover Replacing the Hinge Cover 1 Follow the instructions in damage to the computer.