Service Manual
Page 21
... the module cover (see "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 18). 5 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 16), or connect the AC adapter to the computer. 6 Turn on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer.
... the module cover (see "Replacing the Module Cover" on page 18). 5 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 16), or connect the AC adapter to the computer. 6 Turn on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer.
Service Manual
Page 68
18 Enter the service tag (see "Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS" on the computer. 3 Press during POST to enter the system setup program. 4 Navigate to the security tab and enter the service tag in and that the main battery is installed properly. 2 Turn on page 68). Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 1 Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in the Set Service Tag field. 68 System Board
18 Enter the service tag (see "Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS" on the computer. 3 Press during POST to enter the system setup program. 4 Navigate to the security tab and enter the service tag in and that the main battery is installed properly. 2 Turn on page 68). Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 1 Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in the Set Service Tag field. 68 System Board
Setup Guide
Page 5
Contents Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up the Operating System 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional ... Using the Optical Drive 40 Display Features 42 Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional 44 Removing and Replacing the Battery 48 Software Features 50 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 51...
Contents Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up the Operating System 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional ... Using the Optical Drive 40 Display Features 42 Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional 44 Removing and Replacing the Battery 48 Software Features 50 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 51...
Setup Guide
Page 8
WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6 However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or permanent damage to the computer and then plug it into an electrical outlet or surge protector.
WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6 However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or permanent damage to the computer and then plug it into an electrical outlet or surge protector.
Setup Guide
Page 13
...on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see the Windows 7 support at support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 NOTE: It is recommended that the AC adapter is connected (see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 71. Ensure that you create a password reset disk as soon as you set up... Microsoft Windows. NOTE: For information on the screen. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To ...
...on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see the Windows 7 support at support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 NOTE: It is recommended that the AC adapter is connected (see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 71. Ensure that you create a password reset disk as soon as you set up... Microsoft Windows. NOTE: For information on the screen. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To ...
Setup Guide
Page 18
... Turn on the desktop. Select your TV before setting up wireless display. If your computer and must connect a wireless display adapter to your wireless display adapter from the Detected wireless displays list. 9. Click the Intel Wireless Display icon on the TV. 5. You must be purchased separately...key on the function key row on the keyboard to the TV. 4. Select Scan for setting up wireless display: 1. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Wireless Display (Optional) NOTE: The wireless display feature may not be available on the Windows desktop. To set up wireless ...
... Turn on the desktop. Select your TV before setting up wireless display. If your computer and must connect a wireless display adapter to your wireless display adapter from the Detected wireless displays list. 9. Click the Intel Wireless Display icon on the TV. 5. You must be purchased separately...key on the function key row on the keyboard to the TV. 4. Select Scan for setting up wireless display: 1. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Wireless Display (Optional) NOTE: The wireless display feature may not be available on the Windows desktop. To set up wireless ...
Setup Guide
Page 19
.... NOTE: You can purchase one from support.dell.com. Select Connect to the Internet, you can download and install the latest driver for "Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager" from dell.com. 17 NOTE: For more information about wireless display, see the wireless display adapter documentation. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To enable wireless display: 1.
.... NOTE: You can purchase one from support.dell.com. Select Connect to the Internet, you can download and install the latest driver for "Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager" from dell.com. 17 NOTE: For more information about wireless display, see the wireless display adapter documentation. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To enable wireless display: 1.
Setup Guide
Page 29
Provides faster data transmission between your computer. 2 Network connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Security cable slot - Connects your computer to a monitor or projector. 5 AC adapter connector - Attaches a commercially available security cable to power the computer and charge the battery. 27 NOTE: Before you ...are using a wired network. 3 USB 3.0 connector - Connects to the AC adapter to the computer. Connects to a network or a broadband device if you buy a security cable, ensure that it fits into the...
Provides faster data transmission between your computer. 2 Network connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Security cable slot - Connects your computer to a monitor or projector. 5 AC adapter connector - Attaches a commercially available security cable to power the computer and charge the battery. 27 NOTE: Before you ...are using a wired network. 3 USB 3.0 connector - Connects to the AC adapter to the computer. Connects to a network or a broadband device if you buy a security cable, ensure that it fits into the...
Setup Guide
Page 31
.... 2 Hard drive activity light - NOTE: The battery is charging when the computer is enabled. A solid white light indicates that wireless is powered using the AC adapter. 4 Wireless status light - Turns on page 14. 29 Indicates the battery charge status. Turns on when wireless is on page 30. A solid white light indicates.... CAUTION: To avoid loss of data, never turn off the computer when the hard drive activity light is enabled. Indicates the power states. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power indicator light -
.... 2 Hard drive activity light - NOTE: The battery is charging when the computer is enabled. A solid white light indicates that wireless is powered using the AC adapter. 4 Wireless status light - Turns on page 14. 29 Indicates the battery charge status. Turns on when wireless is on page 30. A solid white light indicates.... CAUTION: To avoid loss of data, never turn off the computer when the hard drive activity light is enabled. Indicates the power states. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power indicator light -
Setup Guide
Page 32
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Status Lights and Indicators Battery Status Light AC adapter Battery Indicator light status solid white off solid amber off Computer state(s) on/standby/off/ hibernate on/standby/off/ hibernate on/standby on/standby/off/ hibernate Battery charge status charging fully charged low battery (
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Status Lights and Indicators Battery Status Light AC adapter Battery Indicator light status solid white off solid amber off Computer state(s) on/standby/off/ hibernate on/standby/off/ hibernate on/standby on/standby/off/ hibernate Battery charge status charging fully charged low battery (
Setup Guide
Page 46
Turn off the computer and close the display. 2. NOTE: You can purchase additional replaceable top covers at dell.com. 44 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional) WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer. To remove the top cover: 1. Press and hold the top cover release button, and then slide the top cover. WARNING: Before removing the top cover, shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter).
Turn off the computer and close the display. 2. NOTE: You can purchase additional replaceable top covers at dell.com. 44 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional) WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer. To remove the top cover: 1. Press and hold the top cover release button, and then slide the top cover. WARNING: Before removing the top cover, shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter).
Setup Guide
Page 50
...a battery purchased from other computers. WARNING: Before removing the battery, shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). Slide the battery lock latch to the unlock positions. 3. Turn off the computer and turn it clicks into the battery bay until it...: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of the battery bay. This computer should only use batteries from Dell. To remove the battery: 1. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety...
...a battery purchased from other computers. WARNING: Before removing the battery, shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). Slide the battery lock latch to the unlock positions. 3. Turn off the computer and turn it clicks into the battery bay until it...: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of the battery bay. This computer should only use batteries from Dell. To remove the battery: 1. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety...
Setup Guide
Page 58
...properly. • Ensure that the light on page 82). 56 If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the electrical outlet is on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the AC adapter is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. •...; Check the AC adapter cable connections. The computer resumes normal operation if it back on. • If...
...properly. • Ensure that the light on page 82). 56 If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the electrical outlet is on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the AC adapter is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. •...; Check the AC adapter cable connections. The computer resumes normal operation if it back on. • If...
Setup Guide
Page 60
... up - Click End Task. If you are not using to the electrical outlet. End the program: 1. Select the program that the AC adapter cable is no longer responding 4. If a program crashes repeatedly - Check the software documentation. If a program stops responding - Click Applications. 3.... If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. Ensure that is firmly connected to the computer and to see "Contacting Dell" on page 82). Solving Problems Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message - • Save and close any open files ...
... up - Click End Task. If you are not using to the electrical outlet. End the program: 1. Select the program that the AC adapter cable is no longer responding 4. If a program crashes repeatedly - Check the software documentation. If a program stops responding - Click Applications. 3.... If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. Ensure that is firmly connected to the computer and to see "Contacting Dell" on page 82). Solving Problems Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message - • Save and close any open files ...
Setup Guide
Page 71
...; Backup and restore your hard drive to access the Advanced Boot Options window. NOTE: If Dell DataSafe Local Backup is not available on your operating system. NOTE: Do not disconnect the AC adapter. 3. NOTE: If you see "Dell Factory Image Restore" on ) connected to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media...
...; Backup and restore your hard drive to access the Advanced Boot Options window. NOTE: If Dell DataSafe Local Backup is not available on your operating system. NOTE: Do not disconnect the AC adapter. 3. NOTE: If you see "Dell Factory Image Restore" on ) connected to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media...
Setup Guide
Page 80
... Credit Prepare all confidential, proprietary and personal information, as well as removable media, such as follows: NOTE: Before you return the product to Dell, ensure that may be included with the item(s) being returned, whether for your return. 1. lost removable media that you back up any data... Diagnostics Checklist (see "Diagnostic Checklist" on page 81), indicating the tests that you have run and any and all items being returned (AC adapter cable, software, guides, and so on) if the return is not responsible for any other storage device in the product. For the telephone ...
... Credit Prepare all confidential, proprietary and personal information, as well as removable media, such as follows: NOTE: Before you return the product to Dell, ensure that may be included with the item(s) being returned, whether for your return. 1. lost removable media that you back up any data... Diagnostics Checklist (see "Diagnostic Checklist" on page 81), indicating the tests that you have run and any and all items being returned (AC adapter cable, software, guides, and so on) if the return is not responsible for any other storage device in the product. For the telephone ...
Setup Guide
Page 83
... the bottom of the computer): • Express Service Code: • Return Material Authorization Number (if provided by Dell support technician): • Operating system and version: • Devices: • Expansion cards: • Are you call Dell for assistance and call from a telephone at the computer itself. Getting Help Remember to a network? Yes /No...
... the bottom of the computer): • Express Service Code: • Return Material Authorization Number (if provided by Dell support technician): • Operating system and version: • Devices: • Expansion cards: • Are you call Dell for assistance and call from a telephone at the computer itself. Getting Help Remember to a network? Yes /No...
Setup Guide
Page 89
...GB, configurations and 8 GB Memory type 1333 MHz SODIMM DDR3 NOTE: For instructions on upgrading the memory, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Connectors Audio Mini-Card HDMI connector one microphone-in connector and one stereo headphones/ speakers connector one full Mini-Card slot (...optional) one half Mini-Card slot one 19-pin connector Network adapter one RJ45 connector Specifications Connectors USB Video eSATA Media Card Reader one 4-pin USB 2.0-compliant connector two 4-pin USB 3.0-compliant ...
...GB, configurations and 8 GB Memory type 1333 MHz SODIMM DDR3 NOTE: For instructions on upgrading the memory, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Connectors Audio Mini-Card HDMI connector one microphone-in connector and one stereo headphones/ speakers connector one full Mini-Card slot (...optional) one half Mini-Card slot one 19-pin connector Network adapter one RJ45 connector Specifications Connectors USB Video eSATA Media Card Reader one 4-pin USB 2.0-compliant connector two 4-pin USB 3.0-compliant ...
Setup Guide
Page 90
and Canada); 87 (Europe); 90 (Japan); 87 (Brazil) 88 Communications Modem (optional) external V.92 56 K USB modem Network adapter 10/100 Ethernet LAN on system board Wireless WLAN, WWAN (optional), WiMax/Wi-Fi abgn/agn, and Bluetooth wireless technology (optional)/ WiDi (optional) Audio Audio ...
and Canada); 87 (Europe); 90 (Japan); 87 (Brazil) 88 Communications Modem (optional) external V.92 56 K USB modem Network adapter 10/100 Ethernet LAN on system board Wireless WLAN, WWAN (optional), WiMax/Wi-Fi abgn/agn, and Bluetooth wireless technology (optional)/ WiDi (optional) Audio Audio ...
Setup Guide
Page 93
... (with configurable to 158°F) 91 See the safety information that shipped with your computer. Input voltage 100-240 VAC Input current (maximum) 1.5 A/1.6 A/1.7 A/ 2.3 A/2.5 A Specifications AC Adapter Input frequency 50-60 Hz Output power 65 W/90 W/130 W Output current: 65 W 3.34 A 90 W 4.62 A 130 W 6.7 A Rated output voltage 19.5 VDC Temperature range: ... (32° to 104°F) -40° to 70°C (-40° to less 6-cell battery than 2.54 kg (5.40 lb) and optical drive) AC Adapter NOTE: Use only AC adapters specified for use with your computer.
... (with configurable to 158°F) 91 See the safety information that shipped with your computer. Input voltage 100-240 VAC Input current (maximum) 1.5 A/1.6 A/1.7 A/ 2.3 A/2.5 A Specifications AC Adapter Input frequency 50-60 Hz Output power 65 W/90 W/130 W Output current: 65 W 3.34 A 90 W 4.62 A 130 W 6.7 A Rated output voltage 19.5 VDC Temperature range: ... (32° to 104°F) -40° to 70°C (-40° to less 6-cell battery than 2.54 kg (5.40 lb) and optical drive) AC Adapter NOTE: Use only AC adapters specified for use with your computer.