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... designed for an earlier Windows operating system . . . . . 64 A solid blue screen appears 64 Other software problems 65 Memory Problems 66 Network Problems 66 PC Card Problems 67 Power Problems 67 Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer 68 Printer Problems 68 Scanner ... Drivers and Utilities 74 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 75 Restoring Your Operating System 75 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 76 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 77 9 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Begin 79 Recommended Tools 79 Turning Off Your Computer 79 Before ...
... designed for an earlier Windows operating system . . . . . 64 A solid blue screen appears 64 Other software problems 65 Memory Problems 66 Network Problems 66 PC Card Problems 67 Power Problems 67 Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer 68 Printer Problems 68 Scanner ... Drivers and Utilities 74 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 75 Restoring Your Operating System 75 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 76 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 77 9 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Begin 79 Recommended Tools 79 Turning Off Your Computer 79 Before ...
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Only 122 Index 125 Contents 7 Only 101 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals 101 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 101 Contacting Dell 101 Macrovision Product Notice 122 FCC Notices (U.S. Hard Drive 81 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 83 Memory 83 Modem 85 Mini PCI Card 87 Optical Drive 89 Keyboard 90 10 Appendix Specifications 93 Using the System Setup Program 98 Overview 98 Viewing the System Setup Screens 99 System Setup Screens 99 Commonly Used Options 99 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S.
Only 122 Index 125 Contents 7 Only 101 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals 101 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 101 Contacting Dell 101 Macrovision Product Notice 122 FCC Notices (U.S. Hard Drive 81 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 83 Memory 83 Modem 85 Mini PCI Card 87 Optical Drive 89 Keyboard 90 10 Appendix Specifications 93 Using the System Setup Program 98 Overview 98 Viewing the System Setup Screens 99 System Setup Screens 99 Commonly Used Options 99 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S.
Owner's Manual
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...problem. 4 Follow the instructions on the screen. Upgrade information for devices (such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - The Dell Support website provides several online tools, including: • Solutions - Drivers, patches, and...updates • Reference - Contact information, order status, warranty, and repair information • Downloads - Online discussion with other Dell customers • Upgrades - Finding Information 11 Computer documentation, product specifications, and white papers Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click...
...problem. 4 Follow the instructions on the screen. Upgrade information for devices (such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - The Dell Support website provides several online tools, including: • Solutions - Drivers, patches, and...updates • Reference - Contact information, order status, warranty, and repair information • Downloads - Online discussion with other Dell customers • Upgrades - Finding Information 11 Computer documentation, product specifications, and white papers Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click...
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... a battery is installed, you can damage the computer or cause a fire. Releases the battery. See page 27 for instructions. Covers the compartment that contains the memory module(s) and the optical drive release lever. The computer uses an internal fan to accumulate in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it...
... a battery is installed, you can damage the computer or cause a fire. Releases the battery. See page 27 for instructions. Covers the compartment that contains the memory module(s) and the optical drive release lever. The computer uses an internal fan to accumulate in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it...
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... this section, follow the safety instructions in the left pane of all the components installed on your hardware configuration for running the test. See the Dell Inspiron Help file (see page 10). E N S U R E T H A T M I C R O S O F T W I N D O W S R E C O G N I Z E S T H E D R I S K - If the floppy, CD, or DVD drive, is defective. • Insert a bootable floppy disk and restart the computer... all devices from recognizing the drive. Viruses can sometimes prevent Windows from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in...
... this section, follow the safety instructions in the left pane of all the components installed on your hardware configuration for running the test. See the Dell Inspiron Help file (see page 10). E N S U R E T H A T M I C R O S O F T W I N D O W S R E C O G N I Z E S T H E D R I S K - If the floppy, CD, or DVD drive, is defective. • Insert a bootable floppy disk and restart the computer... all devices from recognizing the drive. Viruses can sometimes prevent Windows from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in...
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... C H E C K Y O U R N E T W O R K S E T T I G H T S O N T H E N E T W O R K C O N N E C T O R - Network Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. C H E C K T H E N E T W O R K L I N G S - www.dell.com | support.dell.com Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. IF YOU RECEIVE...
... C H E C K Y O U R N E T W O R K S E T T I G H T S O N T H E N E T W O R K C O N N E C T O R - Network Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. C H E C K T H E N E T W O R K L I N G S - www.dell.com | support.dell.com Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. IF YOU RECEIVE...
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...a light, ensure that the light is designed to use a 130-W AC adapter. See the Dell Inspiron Help file or search for Your Computer Your computer is on . Printer Problems CAUTION: Before you... 0° C (32° F), the computer will decrease system performance. See the printer documentation for your computer, but the display remains blank, reinstall the memory modules (see page 10. www.dell.com | support.dell.com C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y T E M P E R A T U R E - C H E C K T H E A C A D A P T E R - Check the AC adapter cable connections. R E S E A T T H E M E M O R Y M O D...
...a light, ensure that the light is designed to use a 130-W AC adapter. See the Dell Inspiron Help file or search for Your Computer Your computer is on . Printer Problems CAUTION: Before you... 0° C (32° F), the computer will decrease system performance. See the printer documentation for your computer, but the display remains blank, reinstall the memory modules (see page 10. www.dell.com | support.dell.com C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y T E M P E R A T U R E - C H E C K T H E A C A D A P T E R - Check the AC adapter cable connections. R E S E A T T H E M E M O R Y M O D...
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... the captive screw on the system board. Adding and Replacing Parts 83 NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are intended for information on the memory supported by installing memory modules on the memory module cover, and lift the cover away from the computer. Otherwise, the hard...may be damaged in its original or comparable foam packaging. foam packaging hard drive Memory You can increase your computer memory by your computer. Returning a Hard Drive to Dell Return your computer warranty. Install only memory modules that are covered under your old hard drive to...
... the captive screw on the system board. Adding and Replacing Parts 83 NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are intended for information on the memory supported by installing memory modules on the memory module cover, and lift the cover away from the computer. Otherwise, the hard...may be damaged in its original or comparable foam packaging. foam packaging hard drive Memory You can increase your computer memory by your computer. Returning a Hard Drive to Dell Return your computer warranty. Install only memory modules that are covered under your old hard drive to...
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No error message indicates this failure. 84 Adding and Replacing Parts www.dell.com | support.dell.com memory module cover captive screw NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the memorymodule securing clips. 3 If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module: a Use your fingertips to carefully...
No error message indicates this failure. 84 Adding and Replacing Parts www.dell.com | support.dell.com memory module cover captive screw NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the memorymodule securing clips. 3 If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module: a Use your fingertips to carefully...
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...and an electrical outlet. 7 Turn on the modem/Mini PCI card cover. NOTICE: If the cover is already installed CAUTION: Before you begin any of memory installed in the connector slot. As the computer boots, it . 5 Replace the cover. b Slide the module firmly into the slot at the same ...time that you do not feel the click, remove the module and reinstall it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information. Adding and Replacing Parts 85 Forcing the cover to close , remove the module and reinstall it ...
...and an electrical outlet. 7 Turn on the modem/Mini PCI card cover. NOTICE: If the cover is already installed CAUTION: Before you begin any of memory installed in the connector slot. As the computer boots, it . 5 Replace the cover. b Slide the module firmly into the slot at the same ...time that you do not feel the click, remove the module and reinstall it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information. Adding and Replacing Parts 85 Forcing the cover to close , remove the module and reinstall it ...
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Mini PCI card antenna cables 7 Replace the cover and tighten the screw. memory module cover captive screw Adding and Replacing Parts 89 Mini PCI card connector Optical Drive 1 Complete the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 79. 2 Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screw on the memory module cover, and lift the cover away from the computer.
Mini PCI card antenna cables 7 Replace the cover and tighten the screw. memory module cover captive screw Adding and Replacing Parts 89 Mini PCI card connector Optical Drive 1 Complete the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 79. 2 Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screw on the memory module cover, and lift the cover away from the computer.
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... connectors in the direction of the arrow on page 79. 2 Use a small flat-blade screwdriver to the memory module cover. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 3 Remove the screw labeled "O" next to lift the notched right-side edge of the bay. 6 Slide the new drive into the bay until the ...drive is fully seated. 7 Replace the screw that you removed in step 3. 8 Replace the memory module cover and tighten the captive screw...
... connectors in the direction of the arrow on page 79. 2 Use a small flat-blade screwdriver to the memory module cover. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 3 Remove the screw labeled "O" next to lift the notched right-side edge of the bay. 6 Slide the new drive into the bay until the ...drive is fully seated. 7 Replace the screw that you removed in step 3. 8 Replace the memory module cover and tighten the captive screw...
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... DRAM bus width Microprocessor address bus width PC Card CardBus controller PC Card connector Cards supported PC Card connector size Data width (maximum) Memory Memory module connector Memory module capacities Memory type Mobile Intel® Pentium® 4 processor 8 KB (internal) 512 KB or 1 MB 533 MHz Intel 852PM 64 bits 64 bits 32 bits...
... DRAM bus width Microprocessor address bus width PC Card CardBus controller PC Card connector Cards supported PC Card connector size Data width (maximum) Memory Memory module connector Memory module capacities Memory type Mobile Intel® Pentium® 4 processor 8 KB (internal) 512 KB or 1 MB 533 MHz Intel 852PM 64 bits 64 bits 32 bits...
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com Memory (continued) Standard memory Maximum memory Memory access time: clock speed Ports and Connectors Video Audio USB Modem Ethernet LAN S-video TV-out IEEE 1394 Communications Modem: Type Controller Interface Network adapter Wireless Video Video memory LCD interface Audio Audio type Audio controller Stereo conversion 256 MB 2 GB 333 MHz 15-hole...
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Memory (continued) Standard memory Maximum memory Memory access time: clock speed Ports and Connectors Video Audio USB Modem Ethernet LAN S-video TV-out IEEE 1394 Communications Modem: Type Controller Interface Network adapter Wireless Video Video memory LCD interface Audio Audio type Audio controller Stereo conversion 256 MB 2 GB 333 MHz 15-hole...
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...14 keyboard status lights description, 14 system view, 14 keypad numeric, 38 L labels Microsoft Windows, 10 Service Tag, 10 M memory adding, 83 removing, 84 memory module cover description, 21 system view, 21 messages error, 59-60 Microsoft Windows label, 10 Mini PCI card installing, 87 modem ...31 E error messages, 59-60 F Finding Information, 9 H hard drive description, 21 problems, 59 replacing, 81 returning to Dell, 83 system view, 21 hardware conflicts, 75 Dell Diagnostics, 55 Hardware Troubleshooter, 75 Help and Support Center, 11 help file, 10 I IEEE 1394 problems, 61 IEEE 1394 connector...
...14 keyboard status lights description, 14 system view, 14 keypad numeric, 38 L labels Microsoft Windows, 10 Service Tag, 10 M memory adding, 83 removing, 84 memory module cover description, 21 system view, 21 messages error, 59-60 Microsoft Windows label, 10 Mini PCI card installing, 87 modem ...31 E error messages, 59-60 F Finding Information, 9 H hard drive description, 21 problems, 59 replacing, 81 returning to Dell, 83 system view, 21 hardware conflicts, 75 Dell Diagnostics, 55 Hardware Troubleshooter, 75 Help and Support Center, 11 help file, 10 I IEEE 1394 problems, 61 IEEE 1394 connector...
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... setting up, 24 USB, 24 problems blue screen, 64 computer crashes, 63-64 computer does not start up, 63 computer stops responding, 63 conflicts, 75 Dell Diagnostics, 55 drives, 57 DVD drive, 58 error messages, 59-60 hard drive, 59 IEEE 1394, 61 keyboard, 62 lockups, 63 network, 66 optical drive..., 10 software conflicts, 75 problems, 64-65 sound problems, 70 volume, 70 speakers description, 14 problems, 70 system view, 14 volume, 70 Index 127 See memory S safety instructions, 9 scanner problems, 69 screen.
... setting up, 24 USB, 24 problems blue screen, 64 computer crashes, 63-64 computer does not start up, 63 computer stops responding, 63 conflicts, 75 Dell Diagnostics, 55 drives, 57 DVD drive, 58 error messages, 59-60 hard drive, 59 IEEE 1394, 61 keyboard, 62 lockups, 63 network, 66 optical drive..., 10 software conflicts, 75 problems, 64-65 sound problems, 70 volume, 70 speakers description, 14 problems, 70 system view, 14 volume, 70 Index 127 See memory S safety instructions, 9 scanner problems, 69 screen.