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Contents 1 Finding Information 23 Start Button 23 Microsoft Windows Help and Support 24 Windows Vista 25 Windows® XP 25 Control Panel 26 Information About Installed Hardware 26 Device Manager 26 Hardware Devices Installed on Your Computer 27 Programs Installed on Your Computer 28 Wireless Networking 28 Dell Support Website 29 Technical Support 29 Customer Service 30 Warranty Information 30 Dell Forums 31 Contact Us 31 BIOS (System Setup Program) Settings 31 2 Microsoft Windows Desktop 33 Overview 33 Taskbar 34 Contents 3
Contents 1 Finding Information 23 Start Button 23 Microsoft Windows Help and Support 24 Windows Vista 25 Windows® XP 25 Control Panel 26 Information About Installed Hardware 26 Device Manager 26 Hardware Devices Installed on Your Computer 27 Programs Installed on Your Computer 28 Wireless Networking 28 Dell Support Website 29 Technical Support 29 Customer Service 30 Warranty Information 30 Dell Forums 31 Contact Us 31 BIOS (System Setup Program) Settings 31 2 Microsoft Windows Desktop 33 Overview 33 Taskbar 34 Contents 3
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Changing Boot Sequence to a USB Device . . . . 310 Changing the BIOS Settings 310 Viewing the BIOS Settings 311 Upgrading the BIOS (Flashing the BIOS 311 22 Ports 313 USB Port 313 IEEE 1394 Port 314 RS232 Serial Port 315 Parallel Port 316 eSATA Port 317 Modem 318 Ethernet Port 319 Keyboard and Mouse Port (PS2 320 VGA Port 321 DVI-I Port 322 S-Video TV-Out Port 323 Component Video 324 Composite Video 325 HDMI Port 326 DisplayPort 327 S/PDIF Port (Coaxial RCA 328 Contents 21
Changing Boot Sequence to a USB Device . . . . 310 Changing the BIOS Settings 310 Viewing the BIOS Settings 311 Upgrading the BIOS (Flashing the BIOS 311 22 Ports 313 USB Port 313 IEEE 1394 Port 314 RS232 Serial Port 315 Parallel Port 316 eSATA Port 317 Modem 318 Ethernet Port 319 Keyboard and Mouse Port (PS2 320 VGA Port 321 DVI-I Port 322 S-Video TV-Out Port 323 Component Video 324 Composite Video 325 HDMI Port 326 DisplayPort 327 S/PDIF Port (Coaxial RCA 328 Contents 21
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... configuration, such as an interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support •...; Technical Support • International Notebook Support BIOS (System Setup Program) Settings The BIOS is recommended. Finding Information 31 FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about your computer's time, date, or ...
... configuration, such as an interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support •...; Technical Support • International Notebook Support BIOS (System Setup Program) Settings The BIOS is recommended. Finding Information 31 FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about your computer's time, date, or ...
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... then use the arrow keys to select the array and press . 10 Press to return to the previous screen. 11 Press to enter the RAID BIOS. To create a RAID 1 configuration, use the arrow keys to highlight the array in the RAID array. NOTE: The number of the array that you have... to the Free Disks field. 6 Use the up , use the arrow keys to select Striping. 2 Restart the computer. 3 Press when prompted to exit the RAID BIOS. The Array Detail window appears. NOTE: To delete an array, use the right-arrow key to move the selected drive from the selected drives. and...
... then use the arrow keys to select the array and press . 10 Press to return to the previous screen. 11 Press to enter the RAID BIOS. To create a RAID 1 configuration, use the arrow keys to highlight the array in the RAID array. NOTE: The number of the array that you have... to the Free Disks field. 6 Use the up , use the arrow keys to select Striping. 2 Restart the computer. 3 Press when prompted to exit the RAID BIOS. The Array Detail window appears. NOTE: To delete an array, use the right-arrow key to move the selected drive from the selected drives. and...
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...cards, memory, system board, and chassis components. NOTICE: System Setup allows users unrestricted access when setting performance related parameters. Dynamic BIOS Access This section of the NVIDIA Control Panel allows you to tailor and customize their system's performance. Changes to monitor, track ...for the system and installed drivers. This information can customize the color and intensity of a change available BIOS settings via a Windows user interface. Device Settings When launched, the application detects installed ESA-compatible devices such as technical support scenarios...
...cards, memory, system board, and chassis components. NOTICE: System Setup allows users unrestricted access when setting performance related parameters. Dynamic BIOS Access This section of the NVIDIA Control Panel allows you to tailor and customize their system's performance. Changes to monitor, track ...for the system and installed drivers. This information can customize the color and intensity of a change available BIOS settings via a Windows user interface. Device Settings When launched, the application detects installed ESA-compatible devices such as technical support scenarios...
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... time, connect only your laptop computer with the main battery installed at all times. Laptop Computer Batteries To ensure optimal performance and to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your computer to a separate power strip that they continuously charge the battery and continuously run the equipment off battery power. An uniterruptible power...
... time, connect only your laptop computer with the main battery installed at all times. Laptop Computer Batteries To ensure optimal performance and to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your computer to a separate power strip that they continuously charge the battery and continuously run the equipment off battery power. An uniterruptible power...
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...to scan specifically for wireless networks in your computer is shipped to you, you can accomplish this task through: • Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager • System BIOS, available through the system setup program (see "Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Card With a Wireless Switch" on or off ...wireless switch to control Wi-Fi network connections. DCP icon Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 167 The wireless switch uses the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator to control Wi-Fi network connections. To scan for a wireless network, slide and hold the wireless switch...
...to scan specifically for wireless networks in your computer is shipped to you, you can accomplish this task through: • Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager • System BIOS, available through the system setup program (see "Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Card With a Wireless Switch" on or off ...wireless switch to control Wi-Fi network connections. DCP icon Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 167 The wireless switch uses the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator to control Wi-Fi network connections. To scan for a wireless network, slide and hold the wireless switch...
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...Problems for External Keyboards" on the system board might be enabled or disabled in BIOS setup. A chip on page 292). D E C R E A S I N G A V A I V E P R O B L E M . - P L E A S E R U N S E T U P P R O G R A M - K E Y B O A R D F A I N T E R R U P T - DELL RECOMMENDS THAT YOU BACK UP YOUR DATA REGULARLY. N O T I M E ... Problems for assistance). MEMORY ADDRESS LINE FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING 276 Troubleshooting Keyboard failure or keyboard cable loose (see "Contacting Dell" on page 292). S.M.A.R.T error, possible HDD failure. F L A S H P A R T W R I T E P...
...Problems for External Keyboards" on the system board might be enabled or disabled in BIOS setup. A chip on page 292). D E C R E A S I N G A V A I V E P R O B L E M . - P L E A S E R U N S E T U P P R O G R A M - K E Y B O A R D F A I N T E R R U P T - DELL RECOMMENDS THAT YOU BACK UP YOUR DATA REGULARLY. N O T I M E ... Problems for assistance). MEMORY ADDRESS LINE FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING 276 Troubleshooting Keyboard failure or keyboard cable loose (see "Contacting Dell" on page 292). S.M.A.R.T error, possible HDD failure. F L A S H P A R T W R I T E P...
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... the device must be updated for the current boot only). The next time you want to boot and press . The BIOS settings may need to be bootable. Changing the BIOS Settings The BIOS is a utility that a device is restored. Changing Boot Sequence to a USB Device 1 Connect the USB device to... a USB connector. 2 Turn on the computer. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Performing a One-Time Boot You can set...
... the device must be updated for the current boot only). The next time you want to boot and press . The BIOS settings may need to be bootable. Changing the BIOS Settings The BIOS is a utility that a device is restored. Changing Boot Sequence to a USB Device 1 Connect the USB device to... a USB connector. 2 Turn on the computer. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Performing a One-Time Boot You can set...
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... Compliance Disclaimer window appears, click Yes, I Accept this program. Upgrading the BIOS (Flashing the BIOS) The BIOS may not apply to your environment. 1 Turn on page 307 for your computer at the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 3 Click Download Now to view the Save In menu, select Desktop..., and then click Save. See "Viewing System Settings With the System Setup Program" on the computer. 2 Locate the BIOS update file for more information.
... Compliance Disclaimer window appears, click Yes, I Accept this program. Upgrading the BIOS (Flashing the BIOS) The BIOS may not apply to your environment. 1 Turn on page 307 for your computer at the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 3 Click Download Now to view the Save In menu, select Desktop..., and then click Save. See "Viewing System Settings With the System Setup Program" on the computer. 2 Locate the BIOS update file for more information.
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The file icon appears on your desktop and is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. 8 Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions on the screen. 312 System Setup 7 Click Close when the Download Complete window appears.
The file icon appears on your desktop and is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. 8 Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions on the screen. 312 System Setup 7 Click Close when the Download Complete window appears.
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... features included with your particular computer. A standard to define a mechanism for a SATA hard drive Host Controller which a laptop computer battery is designed to be platform- BIOS - A program (or utility) that powers your computer. alternating current - and operating system-independent. ambient light sensor - A feature that helps to conserve the amount of electricity...
... features included with your particular computer. A standard to define a mechanism for a SATA hard drive Host Controller which a laptop computer battery is designed to be platform- BIOS - A program (or utility) that powers your computer. alternating current - and operating system-independent. ambient light sensor - A feature that helps to conserve the amount of electricity...
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... processor and the devices attached to one billionth of PC Cards. Plug and Play provides automatic installation, configuration, and compatibility with existing hardware if the BIOS, operating system, and all devices are arranged in rows and columns to the PCI interface that stores data when the computer is assigned to it...
... processor and the devices attached to one billionth of PC Cards. Plug and Play provides automatic installation, configuration, and compatibility with existing hardware if the BIOS, operating system, and all devices are arranged in rows and columns to the PCI interface that stores data when the computer is assigned to it...
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.... The frequency, measured in the range of connector for program instructions and data. Radio frequencies are more likely to specific individuals. pre-boot execution environment - BIOS, that perform basic tests on the major computer components, such as infrared and light. personal system/2 - read -only memory - Data and/or files you shut...
.... The frequency, measured in the range of connector for program instructions and data. Radio frequencies are more likely to specific individuals. pre-boot execution environment - BIOS, that perform basic tests on the major computer components, such as infrared and light. personal system/2 - read -only memory - Data and/or files you shut...
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... to attach a TV or digital audio device to operate with a processor and a memory chip. super-extended graphics array plus - The main circuit board in the BIOS, such as an interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. surge protectors - Always disconnect the network cable from the network connector during an...
... to attach a TV or digital audio device to operate with a processor and a memory chip. super-extended graphics array plus - The main circuit board in the BIOS, such as an interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. surge protectors - Always disconnect the network cable from the network connector during an...
Setup Guide
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... of the computer until it clicks into place. - Scans for WLAN networks The wireless switch may be deactivated through Dell QuickSet or the BIOS (system setup program). Enables wireless devices momentary - Off - Using Your Inspiron Laptop Right Side Features 7 6 5 4 1 23 14 1 Wireless On/Off switch - To turn all wireless devices off or on...
... of the computer until it clicks into place. - Scans for WLAN networks The wireless switch may be deactivated through Dell QuickSet or the BIOS (system setup program). Enables wireless devices momentary - Off - Using Your Inspiron Laptop Right Side Features 7 6 5 4 1 23 14 1 Wireless On/Off switch - To turn all wireless devices off or on...
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...; Help and Support. 2. USB over current error - To start the search. 3. Dell recommends that you can be malfunctioning or motherboard failure (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). S.M.A.R.T error, possible hard disk drive failure. Using Support Tools (see the Service... Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). A chip on page 50 for it to resolve the incompatibility. Type hardware troubleshooter in the BIOS setup (see "Contacting Dell" on the system board might be enabled or disabled in...
...; Help and Support. 2. USB over current error - To start the search. 3. Dell recommends that you can be malfunctioning or motherboard failure (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). S.M.A.R.T error, possible hard disk drive failure. Using Support Tools (see the Service... Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). A chip on page 50 for it to resolve the incompatibility. Type hardware troubleshooter in the BIOS setup (see "Contacting Dell" on the system board might be enabled or disabled in...
Service Manual
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Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Before You Begin Subscriber Identity Module (Optional) ExpressCards Using the Memory Card Reader Optical Drive Hard Drive Center Control Cover Internal Card ... Thermal-Cooling Assembly Processor Module Wireless Mini-Cards System Board Assembly Coin-Cell Battery Battery Latch Assembly Flashing the BIOS Pin Assignments for property damage, personal injury, or death. Information in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Inspiron are either trademarks or registered trademarks of data and tells you make better use of...
Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Before You Begin Subscriber Identity Module (Optional) ExpressCards Using the Memory Card Reader Optical Drive Hard Drive Center Control Cover Internal Card ... Thermal-Cooling Assembly Processor Module Wireless Mini-Cards System Board Assembly Coin-Cell Battery Battery Latch Assembly Flashing the BIOS Pin Assignments for property damage, personal injury, or death. Information in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Inspiron are either trademarks or registered trademarks of data and tells you make better use of...
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...may require the following tools: l Small flat-blade screwdriver l Phillips screwdriver l Small plastic scribe l Flash BIOS update (see the Dell Support website at support.dell.com) Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from the ...When disconnecting a cable, pull on the cable's connector or on the locking tabs to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Recommended Tools Before Working Inside Your Computer This document provides procedures for this section, follow the safety ...
...may require the following tools: l Small flat-blade screwdriver l Phillips screwdriver l Small plastic scribe l Flash BIOS update (see the Dell Support website at support.dell.com) Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from the ...When disconnecting a cable, pull on the cable's connector or on the locking tabs to Contents Page Before You Begin Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Recommended Tools Before Working Inside Your Computer This document provides procedures for this section, follow the safety ...
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Back to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Flashing the BIOS From a CD Flashing the BIOS From the Hard Drive If a BIOS-update program CD is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. Doing so may cause system damage. 1. Follow the instructions that you...that the main battery is complete, the computer will automatically reboot. 3. The computer continues to your computer at support.dell.com. 4. Locate the latest BIOS update file for one time only. Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the AC adapter is ...
Back to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Inspiron™ 1525/1526 Service Manual Flashing the BIOS From a CD Flashing the BIOS From the Hard Drive If a BIOS-update program CD is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. Doing so may cause system damage. 1. Follow the instructions that you...that the main battery is complete, the computer will automatically reboot. 3. The computer continues to your computer at support.dell.com. 4. Locate the latest BIOS update file for one time only. Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the AC adapter is ...