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...® Windows® XP 97 Before You Begin 97 Reinstalling Windows XP 97 9 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Add or Replace Parts 102 Adding Memory 102 Contents 7
...® Windows® XP 97 Before You Begin 97 Reinstalling Windows XP 97 9 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Add or Replace Parts 102 Adding Memory 102 Contents 7
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Power • Use only the Dell-provided AC adapter approved for use with the AC adapter power cable. 10 CAUTION: Safety Ins tr uctions If you open the memory module/Mini PCI card/modem cover on the bottom of your computer, disconnect all power sources, turn the computer... These power cables may cause a fire or explosion. • Before you insert the telephone cable into properly grounded power sources. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) • To help avoid the potential hazard of electric shock, do not connect or disconnect any ...
Power • Use only the Dell-provided AC adapter approved for use with the AC adapter power cable. 10 CAUTION: Safety Ins tr uctions If you open the memory module/Mini PCI card/modem cover on the bottom of your computer, disconnect all power sources, turn the computer... These power cables may cause a fire or explosion. • Before you insert the telephone cable into properly grounded power sources. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) • To help avoid the potential hazard of electric shock, do not connect or disconnect any ...
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...that you board the aircraft and follow the airline's specific instructions as a portable computer, may further define the critical flight phase as a memory module. Static electricity can do so by airline personnel with this device before you to lead, a chemical known to such device. - ...Some airlines may be prohibited in aircraft during certain critical phases of a PED is available from Dell at its worldwide website at www.dell.com. For parallel printers, a cable is allowed. WARNING: Handling the cord on the computer's input/output panel. To ...
...that you board the aircraft and follow the airline's specific instructions as a portable computer, may further define the critical flight phase as a memory module. Static electricity can do so by airline personnel with this device before you to lead, a chemical known to such device. - ...Some airlines may be prohibited in aircraft during certain critical phases of a PED is available from Dell at its worldwide website at www.dell.com. For parallel printers, a cable is allowed. WARNING: Handling the cord on the computer's input/output panel. To ...
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...seconds before turning on power. • When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its pins. • When preparing to remove a memory module from the system board or disconnect a device from high-temperature conditions into a warmer environment or from the computer, turn on the computer. •...within the computer. To avoid damaging the computer, allow the computer to acclimate to install the drive in a nonconducting material, such as a memory module by hand, be sure to have the drive checked by its edges, not its strain-relief loop, not on the cable itself. ...
...seconds before turning on power. • When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its pins. • When preparing to remove a memory module from the system board or disconnect a device from high-temperature conditions into a warmer environment or from the computer, turn on the computer. •...within the computer. To avoid damaging the computer, allow the computer to acclimate to install the drive in a nonconducting material, such as a memory module by hand, be sure to have the drive checked by its edges, not its strain-relief loop, not on the cable itself. ...
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... that your computer gets wet or is damaged, follow the procedures described in the Dell Inspiron Help file when setting up and using your computer is not operating properly, contact Dell (see "Finding Information for continuous operation as office equipment. then stroke the cloth across... after following steps in injury. When Working Inside Your Computer Before removing or installing memory modules, Mini PCI cards, or modems, perform the following these procedures, you confirm that you are installing memory modules, a Mini PCI card, or a modem. 14 When Using Yo ur ...
... that your computer gets wet or is damaged, follow the procedures described in the Dell Inspiron Help file when setting up and using your computer is not operating properly, contact Dell (see "Finding Information for continuous operation as office equipment. then stroke the cloth across... after following steps in injury. When Working Inside Your Computer Before removing or installing memory modules, Mini PCI cards, or modems, perform the following these procedures, you confirm that you are installing memory modules, a Mini PCI card, or a modem. 14 When Using Yo ur ...
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... personal injury or shock. W h e n U s i n g Yo u r C o m p ut e r 15 When Using Your Computer (continued) NOTICE: Wait 5 seconds after turning off the computer before disconnecting a device or removing a memory module, Mini PCI card, or modem to help prevent possible damage to the system board. 1 Shut down your computer and turn off any attached devices..., the second battery from the module bay. 4 Ground yourself by touching any unpainted metal surface on the back of your computer's electronic components, such as a memory module.
... personal injury or shock. W h e n U s i n g Yo u r C o m p ut e r 15 When Using Your Computer (continued) NOTICE: Wait 5 seconds after turning off the computer before disconnecting a device or removing a memory module, Mini PCI card, or modem to help prevent possible damage to the system board. 1 Shut down your computer and turn off any attached devices..., the second battery from the module bay. 4 Ground yourself by touching any unpainted metal surface on the back of your computer's electronic components, such as a memory module.
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...dell.com | support.dell.com What are located on your operating system using the Operating System CD, use the Drivers and Utilities CD to use Windows XP Windows Help and Support Center • Documentation for my computer 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. • Documentation for devices (such as memory..., and repair information • Downloads - support.dell.com The Dell Support website provides several online tools, including: • Solutions - Online discussion with other Dell customers • Upgrades - Computer documentation, product ...
...dell.com | support.dell.com What are located on your operating system using the Operating System CD, use the Drivers and Utilities CD to use Windows XP Windows Help and Support Center • Documentation for my computer 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. • Documentation for devices (such as memory..., and repair information • Downloads - support.dell.com The Dell Support website provides several online tools, including: • Solutions - Online discussion with other Dell customers • Upgrades - Computer documentation, product ...
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For information on page 17. 24 A To u r of Yo u r C om p u t e r www.dell.com | support.dell.com Left Side View AC adapter connector network connector 1394 connector PC Card slot modem connector (optional) D/Bay connector MODEM CONNECTOR (OPTIONAL) audio connector Secure Digital memory card slot If you ordered the optional internal modem, connect the telephone line to the modem connector. See "Finding Information for Your Computer" on using the modem, see the online modem documentation supplied with your computer.
For information on page 17. 24 A To u r of Yo u r C om p u t e r www.dell.com | support.dell.com Left Side View AC adapter connector network connector 1394 connector PC Card slot modem connector (optional) D/Bay connector MODEM CONNECTOR (OPTIONAL) audio connector Secure Digital memory card slot If you ordered the optional internal modem, connect the telephone line to the modem connector. See "Finding Information for Your Computer" on using the modem, see the online modem documentation supplied with your computer.
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... cable connections. The Secure Digital memory card slot supports one PC Card, such as a modem or network adapter. Right Side View video connector air vent infrared sensor USB connector I T A L M E M O R Y C A R D S L O T - For more information, see the Dell Inspiron Help file. Lets you receive your...compatible device. To access help, see the Dell Inspiron Help file. For more information, see "Finding Information for Your Computer" on page 17. You can damage the computer or cause a fire. Use Secure Digital memory cards to enable the sensor. When you transfer...
... cable connections. The Secure Digital memory card slot supports one PC Card, such as a modem or network adapter. Right Side View video connector air vent infrared sensor USB connector I T A L M E M O R Y C A R D S L O T - For more information, see the Dell Inspiron Help file. Lets you receive your...compatible device. To access help, see the Dell Inspiron Help file. For more information, see "Finding Information for Your Computer" on page 17. You can damage the computer or cause a fire. Use Secure Digital memory cards to enable the sensor. When you transfer...
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See "Removing a Battery" on the battery charge. A To ur of Yo ur Comput e r 31 Provides information on page 47 for instructions. Releases the battery. Bottom View battery charge gauge battery latch release Service Tag docking device connector battery/battery bay battery latch release memory module/ Mini PCI card/modem cover B AT T ER Y L AT CH R E L E A S E - See "Charging the Battery" on page 47. B AT T ER Y C H AR G E G A U GE -
See "Removing a Battery" on the battery charge. A To ur of Yo ur Comput e r 31 Provides information on page 47 for instructions. Releases the battery. Bottom View battery charge gauge battery latch release Service Tag docking device connector battery/battery bay battery latch release memory module/ Mini PCI card/modem cover B AT T ER Y L AT CH R E L E A S E - See "Charging the Battery" on page 47. B AT T ER Y C H AR G E G A U GE -
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The media base allows you call Dell for customer service or technical support. 32 A To u r of Yo u r C om p u t e r See "Adding and Replacing Parts" on page 43. Identifies your media base for additional ..., you attach your docking device for additional information. Connects the optional media base. Covers the compartment that came with your computer when you access Dell Support at support.dell.com or when you to easily use the computer without connecting it to the optional media base docking device. See "Using a Battery" on...
The media base allows you call Dell for customer service or technical support. 32 A To u r of Yo u r C om p u t e r See "Adding and Replacing Parts" on page 43. Identifies your media base for additional ..., you attach your docking device for additional information. Connects the optional media base. Covers the compartment that came with your computer when you access Dell Support at support.dell.com or when you to easily use the computer without connecting it to the optional media base docking device. See "Using a Battery" on...
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...I R E C T L Y T O A N E L E C T R I E S - Turn off the computer (see "Adding Memory" on page 41), disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet, and then let the battery and computer cool to charge. www.dell.com | support.dell.com C H A R G E T H E B A T T E R Y - Connect the computer to an electrical outlet. 3 Turn on page 17. See the Dell Inspiron Help file or search for Your Computer... flashes green and orange, the battery is on but the display remains blank, reinstall the memory modules. If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the electrical outlet is low or depleted....
...I R E C T L Y T O A N E L E C T R I E S - Turn off the computer (see "Adding Memory" on page 41), disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet, and then let the battery and computer cool to charge. www.dell.com | support.dell.com C H A R G E T H E B A T T E R Y - Connect the computer to an electrical outlet. 3 Turn on page 17. See the Dell Inspiron Help file or search for Your Computer... flashes green and orange, the battery is on but the display remains blank, reinstall the memory modules. If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the electrical outlet is low or depleted....
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... copy is missing an essential file. Try copying the file to a nonbootable floppy disk or CD. Remove the floppy disk and restart the computer. Contact Dell (see the documentation for installation instructions. T H E D E V I C E I N - CLOSE SOME PROGRAMS AND T R Y A GA I S N O T R E A D Y - ... boot to a different disk or use these characters in the floppy drive. You have too many programs open is too large to use. NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. The operating system is in filenames. THE FILE BEING COPIED IS TOO LARGE FOR THE DESTINATION D R IV E - I N S E R T B O O...
... copy is missing an essential file. Try copying the file to a nonbootable floppy disk or CD. Remove the floppy disk and restart the computer. Contact Dell (see the documentation for installation instructions. T H E D E V I C E I N - CLOSE SOME PROGRAMS AND T R Y A GA I S N O T R E A D Y - ... boot to a different disk or use these characters in the floppy drive. You have too many programs open is too large to use. NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. The operating system is in filenames. THE FILE BEING COPIED IS TOO LARGE FOR THE DESTINATION D R IV E - I N S E R T B O O...
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...put it is safe to dry. 7 Remove the memory module. you cannot solve your problem; Only)" on page 126 for a description of the hardware and software support provided by Dell. Only)" on page 127). For instructions, see "Contacting Dell" on page 126 for a description of the computer... do so. Go to support.dell.com for a description of the hardware and software support provided by Dell. If you can expect to Dell about your problem using the Dell™ support website or e-mail service, call Dell for technical assistance (see "Adding Memory" on page 126 for help with...
...put it is safe to dry. 7 Remove the memory module. you cannot solve your problem; Only)" on page 126 for a description of the hardware and software support provided by Dell. Only)" on page 127). For instructions, see "Contacting Dell" on page 126 for a description of the computer... do so. Go to support.dell.com for a description of the hardware and software support provided by Dell. If you can expect to Dell about your problem using the Dell™ support website or e-mail service, call Dell for technical assistance (see "Adding Memory" on page 126 for help with...
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... a dry area at least 24 hours in "Adding Memory" on page 102. 11 Replace any attached external devices, and disconnect them from their power sources and then from the computer. 4 Remove and reinstall the battery (see "Contacting Dell" on the computer. NOTICE: Do not use artificial ...before continuing with the rest of the computer. 10 Replace the memory module, the memory module cover, and the screw(s). If the computer does not start , or if you cannot identify the damaged components, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the computer and verify that the computer is working properly...
... a dry area at least 24 hours in "Adding Memory" on page 102. 11 Replace any attached external devices, and disconnect them from their power sources and then from the computer. 4 Remove and reinstall the battery (see "Contacting Dell" on the computer. NOTICE: Do not use artificial ...before continuing with the rest of the computer. 10 Replace the memory module, the memory module cover, and the screw(s). If the computer does not start , or if you cannot identify the damaged components, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the computer and verify that the computer is working properly...
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9 SECTION 9 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Add or Replace Parts Adding Memory Adding a Mini PCI Card Adding a Modem
9 SECTION 9 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Add or Replace Parts Adding Memory Adding a Mini PCI Card Adding a Modem
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...and then shut down the computer (see "Turning Off Your Computer" on the memory supported by your computer. Be sure to ground yourself periodically during this procedure. NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty. 1 Ensure that is flat and clean to...is connected to the media base (docked), undock it. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Before You Add or Replace Parts CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety instructions on the system board. See "Memory" on page 116 for instructions. 4 Disconnect the computer from the...
...and then shut down the computer (see "Turning Off Your Computer" on the memory supported by your computer. Be sure to ground yourself periodically during this procedure. NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty. 1 Ensure that is flat and clean to...is connected to the media base (docked), undock it. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Before You Add or Replace Parts CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety instructions on the system board. See "Memory" on page 116 for instructions. 4 Disconnect the computer from the...
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...touching a metal connector on the back of the computer. Continue to spread the inner metal tabs that secure the memory module. captive screw (2) cover NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to ground yourself periodically during this procedure. 7 Turn the computer over, ...unscrew both captive screw(s) from the memory module/Mini PCI card/modem cover, and remove the cover. Ground yourself by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts. 6 Remove...
...touching a metal connector on the back of the computer. Continue to spread the inner metal tabs that secure the memory module. captive screw (2) cover NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to ground yourself periodically during this procedure. 7 Turn the computer over, ...unscrew both captive screw(s) from the memory module/Mini PCI card/modem cover, and remove the cover. Ground yourself by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts. 6 Remove...
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a Use your fingertips to ground yourself periodically during this procedure. NOTICE: Handle components and cards by touching a metal connector on each end of the computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 8 If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module. Continue to carefully spread apart the securing clips on the back of the memory module connector until the module pops up. memory module securing clip (2) 104 Adding and Replacing Pa rts b Remove the module from the connector. Ground yourself by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts.
a Use your fingertips to ground yourself periodically during this procedure. NOTICE: Handle components and cards by touching a metal connector on each end of the computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 8 If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module. Continue to carefully spread apart the securing clips on the back of the memory module connector until the module pops up. memory module securing clip (2) 104 Adding and Replacing Pa rts b Remove the module from the connector. Ground yourself by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts.
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9 Ground yourself and install the new memory module: a Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in the center of the connector slot. b Slide the module firmly into the slot at a 45-degree angle, and rotate the module down until it clicks into place, remove the module and reinstall it. If the module does not click into place. memory module connector Adding and Re placing Parts 105
9 Ground yourself and install the new memory module: a Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in the center of the connector slot. b Slide the module firmly into the slot at a 45-degree angle, and rotate the module down until it clicks into place, remove the module and reinstall it. If the module does not click into place. memory module connector Adding and Re placing Parts 105