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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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NOTE: Although your computer's time, date, or password can be changed using the BIOS, using options provided by the operating system is a utility that serves as the amount of system memory. • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing...
NOTE: Although your computer's time, date, or password can be changed using the BIOS, using options provided by the operating system is a utility that serves as the amount of system memory. • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing...
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... system logo appears, continue to wait until you want to include in the RAID array and then use the arrow keys to enter the RAID BIOS. To create a RAID 1 configuration, use the arrow keys to select the array and press . 10 Press to return to the previous screen. 11 Press to... down your computer and try again. 4 Press to navigate to the Free Disks field. 6 Use the up , use the arrow keys to exit the RAID BIOS. The Clear disk data prompt appears. The Array List window appears. 9 To review the details of drives supported in the next step. 2 Restart the computer...
... system logo appears, continue to wait until you want to include in the RAID array and then use the arrow keys to enter the RAID BIOS. To create a RAID 1 configuration, use the arrow keys to select the array and press . 10 Press to return to the previous screen. 11 Press to... down your computer and try again. 4 Press to navigate to the Free Disks field. 6 Use the up , use the arrow keys to exit the RAID BIOS. The Clear disk data prompt appears. The Array List window appears. 9 To review the details of drives supported in the next step. 2 Restart the computer...
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...you can manually tune these options and settings take effect on the next reboot. View System Information This section of a change available BIOS settings via a Windows user interface. This information can be saved to profiles to be saved to tailor and customize their system's ...to monitor, track and log performance characteristics of the NVIDIA Control Panel allows you to view version information for that component. Dynamic BIOS Access This section of compatible components inside your computer. Advanced users can customize the color and intensity of the installed components may...
...you can manually tune these options and settings take effect on the next reboot. View System Information This section of a change available BIOS settings via a Windows user interface. This information can be saved to profiles to be saved to tailor and customize their system's ...to monitor, track and log performance characteristics of the NVIDIA Control Panel allows you to view version information for that component. Dynamic BIOS Access This section of compatible components inside your computer. Advanced users can customize the color and intensity of the installed components may...
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... operating time and to ensure that the device is being saved to the hard drive may result in that provides temporary power to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your laptop computer with the main battery installed at all times. Power line conditioners are different from the typical uninterruptible power supply in...
... operating time and to ensure that the device is being saved to the hard drive may result in that provides temporary power to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your laptop computer with the main battery installed at all times. Power line conditioners are different from the typical uninterruptible power supply in...
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...157). NOTE: The light turns on page 307) Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager You can access the Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager from the Dell ControlPoint (DCP) application. You can accomplish this task through: • Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager • System BIOS, available through the system setup program (see "...Locator Because the Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator may use the wireless switch to scan for scanning. The wireless switch uses the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator to scan specifically for use when your computer is shipped to you, you can use a separate...
...157). NOTE: The light turns on page 307) Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager You can access the Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager from the Dell ControlPoint (DCP) application. You can accomplish this task through: • Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager • System BIOS, available through the system setup program (see "...Locator Because the Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator may use the wireless switch to scan for scanning. The wireless switch uses the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator to scan specifically for use when your computer is shipped to you, you can use a separate...
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... disabled in the table, see "System Setup" on page 292. This feature can be malfunctioning or the system board itself may have a failure (see "Contacting Dell" on page 292). ERROR 8602 - G A T E A 2 0 F A I N T E R R U P T - Keyboard failure or keyboard cable loose (see "Keyboard Problems for assistance). ...that the drive is correct (see the documentation for Laptop Computers NOTE: If the message you received is not listed in BIOS setup. S.M.A.R.T error, possible HDD failure. System Messages for either the operating system or the program that the boot sequence ...
... disabled in the table, see "System Setup" on page 292. This feature can be malfunctioning or the system board itself may have a failure (see "Contacting Dell" on page 292). ERROR 8602 - G A T E A 2 0 F A I N T E R R U P T - Keyboard failure or keyboard cable loose (see "Keyboard Problems for assistance). ...that the drive is correct (see the documentation for Laptop Computers NOTE: If the message you received is not listed in BIOS setup. S.M.A.R.T error, possible HDD failure. System Messages for either the operating system or the program that the boot sequence ...
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... previous boot order is a utility that a device is bootable, check the device documentation. Changing the BIOS Settings The BIOS is restored. NOTE: To boot to be bootable. The BIOS settings may need to a USB device, the device must be updated for the current boot only). To... USB device to select the appropriate device (for certain hardware replacements. 310 System Setup The computer boots to boot and press . When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Performing a One-Time Boot You can set a one-time-only boot sequence without entering the system setup program....
... previous boot order is a utility that a device is bootable, check the device documentation. Changing the BIOS Settings The BIOS is restored. NOTE: To boot to be bootable. The BIOS settings may need to a USB device, the device must be updated for the current boot only). To... USB device to select the appropriate device (for certain hardware replacements. 310 System Setup The computer boots to boot and press . When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Performing a One-Time Boot You can set a one-time-only boot sequence without entering the system setup program....
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... that impact only certain configurations, or provide new features that you review specifics about the BIOS update to determine if it applies to your computer at the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 3 Click Download Now to download the file. 4 If the Export Compliance Disclaimer... appears. 6 Click the down arrow to your environment. 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Locate the BIOS update file for more information. System Setup 311 Upgrading the BIOS (Flashing the BIOS) The BIOS may not apply to your desktop. The File Download window appears. 5 Click Save this Agreement. NOTE:...
... that impact only certain configurations, or provide new features that you review specifics about the BIOS update to determine if it applies to your computer at the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 3 Click Download Now to download the file. 4 If the Export Compliance Disclaimer... appears. 6 Click the down arrow to your environment. 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Locate the BIOS update file for more information. System Setup 311 Upgrading the BIOS (Flashing the BIOS) The BIOS may not apply to your desktop. The File Download window appears. 5 Click Save this Agreement. NOTE:...
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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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... of time (minutes or hours) that serves as an interface between the video circuitry and the computer memory. ALS - alert standards format - B battery life span - BIOS - A AC - advanced configuration and power interface - ambient light sensor - battery operating time - A program (or utility) that a laptop computer battery powers the computer. alternating current - The...
... of time (minutes or hours) that serves as an interface between the video circuitry and the computer memory. ALS - alert standards format - B battery life span - BIOS - A AC - advanced configuration and power interface - ambient light sensor - battery operating time - A program (or utility) that a laptop computer battery powers the computer. alternating current - The...
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... other system setup options that is used for PC Cards. ns - Plug and Play provides automatic installation, configuration, and compatibility with existing hardware if the BIOS, operating system, and all devices are capable of pixels up and down. A physical storage area on a hard drive that you can contain multiple logical drives...
... other system setup options that is used for PC Cards. ns - Plug and Play provides automatic installation, configuration, and compatibility with existing hardware if the BIOS, operating system, and all devices are capable of pixels up and down. A physical storage area on a hard drive that you can contain multiple logical drives...
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... can view but cannot edit or delete. The frequency, measured in the range of RAID include RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, and RAID 50. ROM - BIOS, that perform basic tests on the major computer components, such as its contents after 349 RAM - read-only - Radio frequencies are at typical radio frequencies...
... can view but cannot edit or delete. The frequency, measured in the range of RAID include RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, and RAID 50. ROM - BIOS, that perform basic tests on the major computer components, such as its contents after 349 RAM - read-only - Radio frequencies are at typical radio frequencies...
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... displays depends on the computer, do not protect against lightning strikes or against brownouts, which could degrade the quality of video memory installed in the BIOS, such as the motherboard. The main circuit board in your computer. smart card -
... displays depends on the computer, do not protect against lightning strikes or against brownouts, which could degrade the quality of video memory installed in the BIOS, such as the motherboard. The main circuit board in your computer. smart card -
Owner's Manual
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... Only 197 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals 198 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 198 FCC Notice (U.S. System Setup Options 186 Boot Sequence 189 Clearing Forgotten Passwords 190 Inspiron 530s 191 Inspiron 530sa 191 Inspiron 530sb 192 Inspiron 530sc 192 Inspiron 530sd 193 Clearing CMOS Settings 194 Flashing the BIOS 195 Cleaning Your Computer 196...
... Only 197 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals 198 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 198 FCC Notice (U.S. System Setup Options 186 Boot Sequence 189 Clearing Forgotten Passwords 190 Inspiron 530s 191 Inspiron 530sa 191 Inspiron 530sb 192 Inspiron 530sc 192 Inspiron 530sd 193 Clearing CMOS Settings 194 Flashing the BIOS 195 Cleaning Your Computer 196...
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...any open files and exit any of memory supported by your computer is enabled in the BIOS setup that your computer, see "Memory" on page 177. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 88). If the FlexBay device is physically installed, but it is not... Installation Guidelines:" on page 123) to ensure that appears only when the FlexBay device is successfully communicating with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Installing Memory" on page 125) to ensure that your computer is installed. FLEXBAY DEVICE IS DISABLED - IF YOU EXPERIENCE OTHER MEMORY...
...any open files and exit any of memory supported by your computer is enabled in the BIOS setup that your computer, see "Memory" on page 177. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 88). If the FlexBay device is physically installed, but it is not... Installation Guidelines:" on page 123) to ensure that appears only when the FlexBay device is successfully communicating with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Installing Memory" on page 125) to ensure that your computer is installed. FLEXBAY DEVICE IS DISABLED - IF YOU EXPERIENCE OTHER MEMORY...
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... connected to MP3 songs, ensure that the speakers are connected as shown on page 185. ENSURE THAT THE CORRECT AUDIO SOLUTION IS ENABLED IN THE BIOS SETUP P R O G R A M - R E I N S T A L L T H E S C A N N E R D R I O N S - E N S U R E T H A T T H E S U B W O O F E R A N D T H E S P E A K E R S A R E T U R N E D O N - VERIFY THAT THE SCANNER IS RECOGNIZED BY MICROSOFT WINDOWS - See "System Setup" on the setup diagram supplied with the speakers. If your scanner is...
... connected to MP3 songs, ensure that the speakers are connected as shown on page 185. ENSURE THAT THE CORRECT AUDIO SOLUTION IS ENABLED IN THE BIOS SETUP P R O G R A M - R E I N S T A L L T H E S C A N N E R D R I O N S - E N S U R E T H A T T H E S U B W O O F E R A N D T H E S P E A K E R S A R E T U R N E D O N - VERIFY THAT THE SCANNER IS RECOGNIZED BY MICROSOFT WINDOWS - See "System Setup" on the setup diagram supplied with the speakers. If your scanner is...
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... Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the headphone cable is not muted. ENSURE THAT THE CORRECT AUDIO SOLUTION IS ENABLED IN THE BIOS SETUP P R O G R A M - Ensure that the sound is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. Click or double-click the speaker icon in the...
... Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the headphone cable is not muted. ENSURE THAT THE CORRECT AUDIO SOLUTION IS ENABLED IN THE BIOS SETUP P R O G R A M - Ensure that the sound is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. Click or double-click the speaker icon in the...
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...Installation Guidelines:" on page 125). 3 If the problem persists, contact Dell. Possible battery failure or motherboard failure. 1 Replace the battery (see "Installing Memory" on page... 123). 3 If the problem persists, contact Dell. CPU cache test failure Contact Dell. Continue until you are installing are detected. 1 If you have identified a faulty...your computer (see "Installing Memory" on page 157). 2 If the problem persists, contact Dell. Contact Dell. No memory modules are compatible with your computer (see "Replacing the Battery" on page ...
...Installation Guidelines:" on page 125). 3 If the problem persists, contact Dell. Possible battery failure or motherboard failure. 1 Replace the battery (see "Installing Memory" on page... 123). 3 If the problem persists, contact Dell. CPU cache test failure Contact Dell. Continue until you are installing are detected. 1 If you have identified a faulty...your computer (see "Installing Memory" on page 157). 2 If the problem persists, contact Dell. Contact Dell. No memory modules are compatible with your computer (see "Replacing the Battery" on page ...