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... trademarks of Dell Inc. To access the help file, see the Dell Inspiron Help file. Information in this document is subject to change without the written permission of Dell Inc.; Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, AccessDirect, Dell Precision, Dell TravelLite, Dimension...manner whatsoever without notice. © 2005 Dell Inc. Intel, Pentium, and Celeron are registered trademarks of your computer. Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to avoid the problem. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential...
... trademarks of Dell Inc. To access the help file, see the Dell Inspiron Help file. Information in this document is subject to change without the written permission of Dell Inc.; Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, AccessDirect, Dell Precision, Dell TravelLite, Dimension...manner whatsoever without notice. © 2005 Dell Inc. Intel, Pentium, and Celeron are registered trademarks of your computer. Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to avoid the problem. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential...
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... Type 46 Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft Windows XP 47 Configuring Security Settings (Optional 50 8 Solving Problems Dell Diagnostics 55 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 55 Starting the Dell Diagnostics 55 Drive Problems 57 Optical drive problems 58 If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, DVD, or DVD+RW drive tray . . . . . 58 If...
... Type 46 Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft Windows XP 47 Configuring Security Settings (Optional 50 8 Solving Problems Dell Diagnostics 55 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 55 Starting the Dell Diagnostics 55 Drive Problems 57 Optical drive problems 58 If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, DVD, or DVD+RW drive tray . . . . . 58 If...
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... . . 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 Problems 69 Sound and Speaker Problems 70 No sound from integrated speakers 70 No sound from external... 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 ...
... . . 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 Problems 69 Sound and Speaker Problems 70 No sound from integrated speakers 70 No sound from external... 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 ...
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... set up a printer • Additional information about setting up my computer • How to troubleshoot and solve problems • How to remove and install parts • Technical specifications • How to contact Dell Find It Here Inspiron Owner's Manual • Warranty information • Terms and conditions • Safety instructions • Regulatory information •...
... set up a printer • Additional information about setting up my computer • How to troubleshoot and solve problems • How to remove and install parts • Technical specifications • How to contact Dell Find It Here Inspiron Owner's Manual • Warranty information • Terms and conditions • Safety instructions • Regulatory information •...
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...such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - support.dell.com NOTE: Select your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on the screen. Online discussion with other Dell customers • Upgrades - What Are You Looking For? • Latest drivers for my computer...; How to use Windows XP • Documentation for my computer • Documentation for components, such as a modem) Find It Here Dell Support Website - Computer documentation, product specifications, and white papers Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click the Start button and click Help and...
...such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - support.dell.com NOTE: Select your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on the screen. Online discussion with other Dell customers • Upgrades - What Are You Looking For? • Latest drivers for my computer...; How to use Windows XP • Documentation for my computer • Documentation for components, such as a modem) Find It Here Dell Support Website - Computer documentation, product specifications, and white papers Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click the Start button and click Help and...
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..., and fan speed may vary depending on usage. Do not store your computer in the air vents. When a battery is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. Fan noise is installed, you can damage the computer or cause a fire. See page 27.
..., and fan speed may vary depending on usage. Do not store your computer in the air vents. When a battery is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. Fan noise is installed, you can damage the computer or cause a fire. See page 27.
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... CONNECTOR Connects your computer turned either on usage. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with electrical outlets worldwide.
... CONNECTOR Connects your computer turned either on usage. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with electrical outlets worldwide.
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... 27. The computer uses an internal fan to accumulate in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. M E M O R Y M O D U L E C O V E R - See page 27 for instructions. H A R D D R I C A R D C O V E R - Stores software and data. CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust...
... 27. The computer uses an internal fan to accumulate in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. M E M O R Y M O D U L E C O V E R - See page 27 for instructions. H A R D D R I C A R D C O V E R - Stores software and data. CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust...
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...for setup information, including how to: • Obtain and install updated drivers. • Connect the printer to the Internet, see "E-mail, Modem, and Internet Problems" on the screen to the Internet but you did not receive a setup CD, click Set up my connection manually, continue to your printer. See the... connect to complete the setup. Otherwise, follow the instructions on page 59. NOTE: If you do you want to complete the setup. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 4 In the next window, click the appropriate option: • If you do not have an ISP and want to connect to the...
...for setup information, including how to: • Obtain and install updated drivers. • Connect the printer to the Internet, see "E-mail, Modem, and Internet Problems" on the screen to the Internet but you did not receive a setup CD, click Set up my connection manually, continue to your printer. See the... connect to complete the setup. Otherwise, follow the instructions on page 59. NOTE: If you do you want to complete the setup. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 4 In the next window, click the appropriate option: • If you do not have an ISP and want to connect to the...
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.... 1 Ensure that the computer is too hot to start charging if the light flashes alternately green and orange. For more information about resolving problems with a battery, see "Power Problems" on page 67. Removing a Battery CAUTION: Before performing these procedures, disconnect the modem from the electrical outlet and allow the computer and the...
.... 1 Ensure that the computer is too hot to start charging if the light flashes alternately green and orange. For more information about resolving problems with a battery, see "Power Problems" on page 67. Removing a Battery CAUTION: Before performing these procedures, disconnect the modem from the electrical outlet and allow the computer and the...
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...depending on your computer and creating MP3 CDs. Open Sonic RecordNow, click the question mark icon in Dell™ computers can read DVD-R and DVD-RW media. To access the help file, see the Dell™ Inspiron™ Help file. How to DVD+R and DVD+RW media, and can write to Copy a...: Most commercial DVDs have a DVD+RW\DVD+R or DVD/CD-RW combo drive. Copying CDs and DVDs NOTE: Ensure that you experience recording problems, check for home theater systems might not read all copyright laws when you want to computers that came with your computer, see page 10. Currently...
...depending on your computer and creating MP3 CDs. Open Sonic RecordNow, click the question mark icon in Dell™ computers can read DVD-R and DVD-RW media. To access the help file, see the Dell™ Inspiron™ Help file. How to DVD+R and DVD+RW media, and can write to Copy a...: Most commercial DVDs have a DVD+RW\DVD+R or DVD/CD-RW combo drive. Copying CDs and DVDs NOTE: Ensure that you experience recording problems, check for home theater systems might not read all copyright laws when you want to computers that came with your computer, see page 10. Currently...
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... down your computer, perform the checks in this section, follow the safety instructions located in this chapter and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance. Solving Problems Dell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you begin the Dell Diagnostics. NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on your display, hold down the computer (see anything on...
... down your computer, perform the checks in this section, follow the safety instructions located in this chapter and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance. Solving Problems Dell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you begin the Dell Diagnostics. NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on your display, hold down the computer (see anything on...
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... can customize the tests you want to the Dell Diagnostics. Write down the error code(s) and contact Dell (see page 101). www.dell.com | support.dell.com • If failures are having. 2 If a problem is located at the top of the problem. Option Express Test Extended Test Custom Test Symptom... is encountered during the Pre-boot System Assessment, write down the error code and problem description and follow the instructions on your Service Tag. 3 If you receive the message Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. This test typically takes 10 to 20 minutes and requires no...
... can customize the tests you want to the Dell Diagnostics. Write down the error code(s) and contact Dell (see page 101). www.dell.com | support.dell.com • If failures are having. 2 If a problem is located at the top of the problem. Option Express Test Extended Test Custom Test Symptom... is encountered during the Pre-boot System Assessment, write down the error code and problem description and follow the instructions on your Service Tag. 3 If you receive the message Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. This test typically takes 10 to 20 minutes and requires no...
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... in the device list in the left pane of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. Drive Problems CAUTION: Before you to customize the test by changing the test settings. 4 When the tests are complete, close the Main Menu screen. ...Problems 57 To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the test screen to return to eliminate the possibility that the original one is not listed, perform a full scan with your hardware configuration for running the test. Allows you begin any of the screen. See the Dell Inspiron...
... in the device list in the left pane of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. Drive Problems CAUTION: Before you to customize the test by changing the test settings. 4 When the tests are complete, close the Main Menu screen. ...Problems 57 To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the test screen to return to eliminate the possibility that the original one is not listed, perform a full scan with your hardware configuration for running the test. Allows you begin any of the screen. See the Dell Inspiron...
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See the Dell Inspiron Help file (see page 10) or search for the keyword standby in the drive or the CD or DVD. NOTE: Because of different regions worldwide ... closing all DVD drives. TU R N O F F S T A N D B Y M O D E I N W I N D O W S B E F O R E W R I T I S C - See the help files for your CD or DVD creation software. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CHECK FOR HARDWARE INCOMPATIBILITIES RUN THE DELL DIAGNOSTICS (SEE PAGE 55) Optical drive problems NOTE: High-speed optical drive vibration is normal and may cause noise, which does not indicate a defect in...
See the Dell Inspiron Help file (see page 10) or search for the keyword standby in the drive or the CD or DVD. NOTE: Because of different regions worldwide ... closing all DVD drives. TU R N O F F S T A N D B Y M O D E I N W I N D O W S B E F O R E W R I T I S C - See the help files for your CD or DVD creation software. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CHECK FOR HARDWARE INCOMPATIBILITIES RUN THE DELL DIAGNOSTICS (SEE PAGE 55) Optical drive problems NOTE: High-speed optical drive vibration is normal and may cause noise, which does not indicate a defect in...
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... the telephone line connector into the modem. • Disconnect the telephone line from starting. E-mail, Modem, and Internet Problems CAUTION: Before you cannot open your e-mail attachments: 1 In Outlook Express, click Tools, click Options, and then click... H E C K T H E M I C R O S O F T O U T L O O K ® E X P R E S S S E C U R I T Y S E T T I T O N - CHECK THE TELEPHONE LINE CONNECTION - CHECK THE TELEPHONE JACK - Solving Problems 59 If you are using a line that you hear a click when you have other telephone devices sharing the line, such as an answering machine, fax...
... the telephone line connector into the modem. • Disconnect the telephone line from starting. E-mail, Modem, and Internet Problems CAUTION: Before you cannot open your e-mail attachments: 1 In Outlook Express, click Tools, click Options, and then click... H E C K T H E M I C R O S O F T O U T L O O K ® E X P R E S S S E C U R I T Y S E T T I T O N - CHECK THE TELEPHONE LINE CONNECTION - CHECK THE TELEPHONE JACK - Solving Problems 59 If you are using a line that you hear a click when you have other telephone devices sharing the line, such as an answering machine, fax...
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... the Diagnostics tab, and then click Query Modem to an Internet provider. For more information, go to support.dell.com and search for the operating system or the program that you are having problems connecting to the Internet, your program may require an upgrade) to the Internet. The CD drive does not...
... the Diagnostics tab, and then click Query Modem to an Internet provider. For more information, go to support.dell.com and search for the operating system or the program that you are having problems connecting to the Internet, your program may require an upgrade) to the Internet. The CD drive does not...
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...too many programs open the program that you begin any of the procedures in the Product Information Guide. IEEE 1394 Device Problems CAUTION: Before you are trying to copy is trying to boot to remove. 4 Click Remove or Change/Remove and ...follow the safety instructions in this section, follow the prompts on the screen. 5 See the program documentation for installation instructions. If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 81). I N S E R T B O O T A B L E M E D I S N O T R E A D Y - Close all windows and open . Remove and then reinstall the program. 1 Click ...
...too many programs open the program that you begin any of the procedures in the Product Information Guide. IEEE 1394 Device Problems CAUTION: Before you are trying to copy is trying to boot to remove. 4 Click Remove or Change/Remove and ...follow the safety instructions in this section, follow the prompts on the screen. 5 See the program documentation for installation instructions. If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 81). I N S E R T B O O T A B L E M E D I S N O T R E A D Y - Close all windows and open . Remove and then reinstall the program. 1 Click ...
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... From the Windows desktop, click the Start button, point to Programs, point to the computer. IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS WITH AN IEEE 1394 DEVICE NOT PROVIDED BY DELL - If you cannot verify these steps, you attach an external keyboard, the integrated keyboard remains fully functional. Shut... of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in MS-DOS® mode or when running the Dell Diagnostics or the system setup program. Keyboard Problems CAUTION: Before you are using a keyboard extension cable, disconnect it and connect the keyboard directly to Accessories, and...
... From the Windows desktop, click the Start button, point to Programs, point to the computer. IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS WITH AN IEEE 1394 DEVICE NOT PROVIDED BY DELL - If you cannot verify these steps, you attach an external keyboard, the integrated keyboard remains fully functional. Shut... of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in MS-DOS® mode or when running the Dell Diagnostics or the system setup program. Keyboard Problems CAUTION: Before you are using a keyboard extension cable, disconnect it and connect the keyboard directly to Accessories, and...
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... Notepad. 5 Type some characters on the external keyboard and verify that the numbers lock light is not lit. TO VERIFY THAT THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE EXTERNAL KEYBOARD, CHECK THE INTEGRATED KEYBOARD - 1 Shut down the computer. 2 Disconnect the external keyboard. 3 Turn on... the power button for at least 8 to perform an operating system shutdown. Contact Dell (see page 101). Verify that they appear on the display. Unexpected Characters D I S A B L E T H E N U M E R I C K E Y P A D - Solving Problems 63 If the characters appear now but did not with the external keyboard, you ...
... Notepad. 5 Type some characters on the external keyboard and verify that the numbers lock light is not lit. TO VERIFY THAT THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE EXTERNAL KEYBOARD, CHECK THE INTEGRATED KEYBOARD - 1 Shut down the computer. 2 Disconnect the external keyboard. 3 Turn on... the power button for at least 8 to perform an operating system shutdown. Contact Dell (see page 101). Verify that they appear on the display. Unexpected Characters D I S A B L E T H E N U M E R I C K E Y P A D - Solving Problems 63 If the characters appear now but did not with the external keyboard, you ...