Comprehensive Specifications
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Dell™ Inspiron™ 1546: Comprehensive Specifications This document provides information that you may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start → Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer. Core) • 1 MB (AMD Turion X2 Dual-Core, AMD...• AMD Turion™ X2 Ultra Dual-Core • AMD Turion X2 Dual-Core • AMD Athlon™ X2 Dual-Core • AMD Sempron™ • 2 MB (AMD Turion X2 Ultra Dual- NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, ...
Dell™ Inspiron™ 1546: Comprehensive Specifications This document provides information that you may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start → Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer. Core) • 1 MB (AMD Turion X2 Dual-Core, AMD...• AMD Turion™ X2 Ultra Dual-Core • AMD Turion X2 Dual-Core • AMD Athlon™ X2 Dual-Core • AMD Sempron™ • 2 MB (AMD Turion X2 Ultra Dual- NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, ...
Service Manual
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... file on your desktop. 8. b. The file downloads to start over again, click Start Over on the screen. Go to Contents Page Click Drivers & Downloads® Select Model. 4. Click Close if the Download Complete window appears. If you do not have selected a different model and ...is located at the bottom of product in the Select Your Product Line list. Back to support.dell.com. 3. Click Enter a Service Tag. Click Download Now to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Inspiron™ 1546 Service Manual 1. Turn on the screen. b. The File Download window appears. ...
... file on your desktop. 8. b. The file downloads to start over again, click Start Over on the screen. Go to Contents Page Click Drivers & Downloads® Select Model. 4. Click Close if the Download Complete window appears. If you do not have selected a different model and ...is located at the bottom of product in the Select Your Product Line list. Back to support.dell.com. 3. Click Enter a Service Tag. Click Download Now to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Inspiron™ 1546 Service Manual 1. Turn on the screen. b. The File Download window appears. ...
Service Manual
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...Off Your Computer) before you need to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on your computer. Removing the Hard Drive 1. Remove the battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Remove the two screws that secure the hard drive... handling the hard drive. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the Battery). Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Inspiron™ 1546 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the ...
...Off Your Computer) before you need to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on your computer. Removing the Hard Drive 1. Remove the battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Remove the two screws that secure the hard drive... handling the hard drive. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the Battery). Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Inspiron™ 1546 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the ...
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... Battery). Back to the computer. 8. Save the original packaging for your computer, as needed . Install the operating system for your computer, as needed . Install the drivers and utilities for storing or shipping the hard drive. 3. Replace the two screws that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so... the two screws that secure the hard drive bezel to the computer base. 7. Follow the procedures in the Setup Guide. 9. Replace the battery (see the Dell Technology Guide.
... Battery). Back to the computer. 8. Save the original packaging for your computer, as needed . Install the operating system for your computer, as needed . Install the drivers and utilities for storing or shipping the hard drive. 3. Replace the two screws that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so... the two screws that secure the hard drive bezel to the computer base. 7. Follow the procedures in the Setup Guide. 9. Replace the battery (see the Dell Technology Guide.
Service Manual
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...protective mylar sleeve. 7. If you use excessive force, you are keyed to the computer. 9. If you must install the appropriate drivers and utilities. Connectors on the system board and replace the screw that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Secure unused antenna cables... from its packaging. CAUTION: To avoid damage to slide the card into the appropriate system board connector. 4. For more generic driver information, see the Dell Technology Guide. Failure to the system board connector. 5. CAUTION: Use firm and even pressure to the Mini-Card, never place...
...protective mylar sleeve. 7. If you use excessive force, you are keyed to the computer. 9. If you must install the appropriate drivers and utilities. Connectors on the system board and replace the screw that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Secure unused antenna cables... from its packaging. CAUTION: To avoid damage to slide the card into the appropriate system board connector. 4. For more generic driver information, see the Dell Technology Guide. Failure to the system board connector. 5. CAUTION: Use firm and even pressure to the Mini-Card, never place...
Setup Guide
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... the operating system. To set up an Internet connection. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer available at support.dell.com. 9 The Windows setup screens will need to complete. NOTE: For optimal performance of your computer, it is preconfigured ...CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Microsoft Windows Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for your computer unusable and you through several procedures including accepting license agreements...
... the operating system. To set up an Internet connection. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer available at support.dell.com. 9 The Windows setup screens will need to complete. NOTE: For optimal performance of your computer, it is preconfigured ...CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Microsoft Windows Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for your computer unusable and you through several procedures including accepting license agreements...
Setup Guide
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... or contact the software manufacturer for information. --Ensure that the program is compatible with the operating system installed on your computer. --Ensure that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. --If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. 46 See the software documentation for troubleshooting information: --Ensure that the...
... or contact the software manufacturer for information. --Ensure that the program is compatible with the operating system installed on your computer. --Ensure that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. --If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. 46 See the software documentation for troubleshooting information: --Ensure that the...
Setup Guide
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... option that you experience a problem with your computer. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc is optional and may not ship with your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities disc. 49 Using Support Tools Dell Diagnostics If you want to test displays in "Lockups and Software Problems..." on Dell computers. Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during POST (...
... option that you experience a problem with your computer. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc is optional and may not ship with your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities disc. 49 Using Support Tools Dell Diagnostics If you want to test displays in "Lockups and Software Problems..." on Dell computers. Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during POST (...
Setup Guide
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... restart) your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; This may invoke the Pre-Boot System Assessment (PSA) on your hard drive. Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. If the PSA completes successfully, the ...following message is invoked: a. Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on ...
... restart) your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; This may invoke the Pre-Boot System Assessment (PSA) on your hard drive. Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. If the PSA completes successfully, the ...following message is invoked: a. Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on ...
Setup Guide
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...and to go to restart the computer, click Exit. NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer and try again. 51 Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc. 2. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you want... Using Support Tools c. Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on page 69). Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc 1. If PSA is displayed: "Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. If you are experiencing memory issues...
...and to go to restart the computer, click Exit. NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer and try again. 51 Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc. 2. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you want... Using Support Tools c. Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on page 69). Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc 1. If PSA is displayed: "Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. If you are experiencing memory issues...
Setup Guide
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... error code and a description of each test screen. When the tests complete, close the test screen to return to proceed. 6. Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc. 52 If multiple versions are listed, select the version appropriate for your computer is located at the top of the problem will...run. 8. Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the numbered list. Select the test you contact Dell. 9. Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your computer when you want to restart the computer, click Exit. 11. Using Support Tools NOTE:...
... error code and a description of each test screen. When the tests complete, close the test screen to return to proceed. 6. Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc. 52 If multiple versions are listed, select the version appropriate for your computer is located at the top of the problem will...run. 8. Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the numbered list. Select the test you contact Dell. 9. Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your computer when you want to restart the computer, click Exit. 11. Using Support Tools NOTE:...
Setup Guide
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...; Windows® desktop; Any programs or files added since you received your hard drive to wait until you purchased the computer. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system. Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos... Computer. 3. If possible, back up all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer and try again. 2. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only as the last method to access the Advanced Boot Options window. then, shut down...
...; Windows® desktop; Any programs or files added since you received your hard drive to wait until you purchased the computer. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system. Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos... Computer. 3. If possible, back up all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer and try again. 2. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only as the last method to access the Advanced Boot Options window. then, shut down...
Setup Guide
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... in before you are considering reinstalling the Windows operating system to correct a problem with a newly installed driver, first try using Windows Device Driver Rollback. CAUTION: Before performing the installation, back up all data files on your operating system to the...Computer. 3. Operating System Reinstallation Before You Begin If you installed the new device driver. Click Properties→ Device Manager. 4. To roll back a device driver: 1. Restoring Your Operating System If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore to return your primary...
... in before you are considering reinstalling the Windows operating system to correct a problem with a newly installed driver, first try using Windows Device Driver Rollback. CAUTION: Before performing the installation, back up all data files on your operating system to the...Computer. 3. Operating System Reinstallation Before You Begin If you installed the new device driver. Click Properties→ Device Manager. 4. To roll back a device driver: 1. Restoring Your Operating System If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore to return your primary...
Setup Guide
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... you reinstall the operating system, you need the following: • Dell Operating System disc • Dell Drivers and Utilities disc NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc contains drivers that were installed during the assembly of the computer. Use the Dell Drivers and Utilities disc to complete. Insert the Operating System disc. 3. Restart the computer. 60 Restoring Your...
... you reinstall the operating system, you need the following: • Dell Operating System disc • Dell Drivers and Utilities disc NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc contains drivers that were installed during the assembly of the computer. Use the Dell Drivers and Utilities disc to complete. Insert the Operating System disc. 3. Restart the computer. 60 Restoring Your...
Setup Guide
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... at support.dell.com. Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your warranty. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall notebook system software, or update drivers for your ...new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part See: the Operating System disc the Drivers and Utilities disc NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void your...
... at support.dell.com. Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your warranty. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall notebook system software, or update drivers for your ...new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part See: the Operating System disc the Drivers and Utilities disc NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void your...
Setup Guide
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... solutions and answers to common questions locate information for last-minute updates about technical changes to contact technical support find drivers and downloads access technical support and product help check on your order status for new purchases find safety best practices ...and regulatory documents that shipped with your computer and also see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance the back or bottom of your computer the Dell Support Center. only), Safety instructions, Regulatory information, Ergonomics information, and End User License Agreement...
... solutions and answers to common questions locate information for last-minute updates about technical changes to contact technical support find drivers and downloads access technical support and product help check on your order status for new purchases find safety best practices ...and regulatory documents that shipped with your computer and also see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance the back or bottom of your computer the Dell Support Center. only), Safety instructions, Regulatory information, Ergonomics information, and End User License Agreement...
Setup Guide
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...the Comprehensive Specifications at support.dell.com/manuals. Computer Model Memory Dell™ Inspiron™ 1546 Computer Information Processor types AMD Turion™ X2 Ultra Dual-Core AMD Turion™ X2 Dual-Core AMD Athlon™ X2 Dual-Core AMD Sempron™ Memory type ...and 8 GB System chipset AMD RS780M/SB700 72 For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start → Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer...
...the Comprehensive Specifications at support.dell.com/manuals. Computer Model Memory Dell™ Inspiron™ 1546 Computer Information Processor types AMD Turion™ X2 Ultra Dual-Core AMD Turion™ X2 Dual-Core AMD Athlon™ X2 Dual-Core AMD Sempron™ Memory type ...and 8 GB System chipset AMD RS780M/SB700 72 For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start → Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer...
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Index Dell Technology Guide for further information 70 Diagnostic Checklist 68 drivers and downloads 71 DVDs, playing and creating 36 E email addresses for technical support 64 energy conserving 37 F finding more information 70 FTP login, anonymous 64 H hardware problems diagnosing 49 80 Hardware Troubleshooter 49 help getting assistance and support 62 I Internet connection 12 ISP Internet Service Provider 12 M memory problems solving 43 memory support 72 N network connection fixing 41
Index Dell Technology Guide for further information 70 Diagnostic Checklist 68 drivers and downloads 71 DVDs, playing and creating 36 E email addresses for technical support 64 energy conserving 37 F finding more information 70 FTP login, anonymous 64 H hardware problems diagnosing 49 80 Hardware Troubleshooter 49 help getting assistance and support 62 I Internet connection 12 ISP Internet Service Provider 12 M memory problems solving 43 memory support 72 N network connection fixing 41