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..., making internal connections, or otherwise customizing it for installation. Ensure that the card is fully seated in the empty card-slot opening. Remove the card's driver from the operating system. 9. Place the card in the connector and press down firmly. Remove the card retention bracket (see Removing the Computer Cover). 3. Place...
..., making internal connections, or otherwise customizing it for installation. Ensure that the card is fully seated in the empty card-slot opening. Remove the card's driver from the operating system. 9. Place the card in the connector and press down firmly. Remove the card retention bracket (see Removing the Computer Cover). 3. Place...
Service Manual
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... 1. 4 PCI Express x1 card slot 5 PCI Express x1 card 8. Configuring Your Computer After Removing or Installing a PCI/PCI Express Card NOTE: For information on installing drivers and software for information about the card's cable connections. For information on location of external connectors, see the documentation that should be attached to electrical...
... 1. 4 PCI Express x1 card slot 5 PCI Express x1 card 8. Configuring Your Computer After Removing or Installing a PCI/PCI Express Card NOTE: For information on installing drivers and software for information about the card's cable connections. For information on location of external connectors, see the documentation that should be attached to electrical...
Service Manual
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...; Disabled (Removable by default) RAID; Hard Drive; On; You can also use this feature, for the Current Boot You can run the Dell Diagnostics on (or restart) your computer to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop. right corner of the user password Set Supervisor Password ...64 MB; 128 MB; 256 MB; 512 MB (Auto by default) Disabled; USB Device Setting l AMD Live!-indicates the AMD Live! Turn on the Drivers and Utilities media, but you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to a USB device such as a floppy drive, memory key,...
...; Disabled (Removable by default) RAID; Hard Drive; On; You can also use this feature, for the Current Boot You can run the Dell Diagnostics on (or restart) your computer to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop. right corner of the user password Set Supervisor Password ...64 MB; 128 MB; 256 MB; 512 MB (Auto by default) Disabled; USB Device Setting l AMD Live!-indicates the AMD Live! Turn on the Drivers and Utilities media, but you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to a USB device such as a floppy drive, memory key,...
Setup Guide
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... the software manufacturer for information. See the software documentation for troubleshooting information: --Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. --Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on your computer. --Ensure that the program is compatible with the program. --If necessary, uninstall and then...
... the software manufacturer for information. See the software documentation for troubleshooting information: --Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. --Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on your computer. --Ensure that the program is compatible with the program. --If necessary, uninstall and then...
Setup Guide
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...use the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve the incompatibility. Start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. 32 To start the search. 3. NOTE: Dell Diagnostics works only on page 25 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you begin. Using Support Tools Hardware Troubleshooter If ...print these procedures before you contact Dell for technical assistance. See the System Setup section in "Lockups and Software Problems" on Dell computers. Click Start → Help and Support. 2. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc is active. Dell Diagnostics If you want to ...
...use the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve the incompatibility. Start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. 32 To start the search. 3. NOTE: Dell Diagnostics works only on page 25 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you begin. Using Support Tools Hardware Troubleshooter If ...print these procedures before you contact Dell for technical assistance. See the System Setup section in "Lockups and Software Problems" on Dell computers. Click Start → Help and Support. 2. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc is active. Dell Diagnostics If you want to ...
Setup Guide
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... time only. NOTE: If you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc. 2. then, shut down and restart the computer. On the next start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on (or restart) your hard drive. Ensure that the ...computer is connected to be working properly. 2. Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc 1. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to...
... time only. NOTE: If you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc. 2. then, shut down and restart the computer. On the next start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on (or restart) your hard drive. Ensure that the ...computer is connected to be working properly. 2. Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc 1. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to...
Setup Guide
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...is formatted or partitioned using the Operating System disc. Any programs or files added since you purchased System Recovery Options the computer. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in the User name field, then click OK. 37 If possible, back up the data ...Dell Factory Image Restore only as a local user. These options restore your hard drive to the operating state it was in when you received your operating system. Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos, music files, and so on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers...
...is formatted or partitioned using the Operating System disc. Any programs or files added since you purchased System Recovery Options the computer. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in the User name field, then click OK. 37 If possible, back up the data ...Dell Factory Image Restore only as a local user. These options restore your hard drive to the operating state it was in when you received your operating system. Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos, music files, and so on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers...
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..., back up all data files on page 35. System Recovery Options 6. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. Click the checkbox to confirm that you installed the new device driver. Click Finish to factory condition. 9. Operating System Reinstallation Before You Begin If you...operating system to return your primary hard drive. The restore process begins and may need the following items: • Dell Operating System disc • Dell Drivers and Utilities disc 38 For conventional hard drive configurations, the primary hard drive is the first drive detected by the computer...
..., back up all data files on page 35. System Recovery Options 6. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. Click the checkbox to confirm that you installed the new device driver. Click Finish to factory condition. 9. Operating System Reinstallation Before You Begin If you...operating system to return your primary hard drive. The restore process begins and may need the following items: • Dell Operating System disc • Dell Drivers and Utilities disc 38 For conventional hard drive configurations, the primary hard drive is the first drive detected by the computer...
Setup Guide
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... Exit if the Install Windows message appears. Restart the computer. 5. Use the Dell Drivers and Utilities disc to complete. Reinstalling Windows Vista® The reinstallation process can take 1 to 2 hours to load any required drivers. then, shut down your computer, or whether you must also reinstall the device...wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; After you reinstall the operating system, you requested the disc, the Dell Drivers and Utilities disc and Operating System disc may not ship with your computer. When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/...
... Exit if the Install Windows message appears. Restart the computer. 5. Use the Dell Drivers and Utilities disc to complete. Reinstalling Windows Vista® The reinstallation process can take 1 to 2 hours to load any required drivers. then, shut down your computer, or whether you must also reinstall the device...wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; After you reinstall the operating system, you requested the disc, the Dell Drivers and Utilities disc and Operating System disc may not ship with your computer. When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/...
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INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your computer with new or additional memory, or a new hard drive. upgrade your operating system. reinstall or replace a worn or defective part. See: your computer. 48 the Dell Technology Guide available on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell... your computer. the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. find your computer, and readme files. NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your warranty. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found on your...
INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your computer with new or additional memory, or a new hard drive. upgrade your operating system. reinstall or replace a worn or defective part. See: your computer. 48 the Dell Technology Guide available on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell... your computer. the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. find your computer, and readme files. NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your warranty. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found on your...
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..., Regulatory information, Ergonomics information, and End User License Agreement. find your computer. check on support.dell.com or to contact technical support. find drivers and downloads. find solutions and answers to common questions. locate information for last-minute updates about technical...Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: find safety best practices information for your computer the Dell Support website at www.dell.com/regulatory_ compliance. access technical support and product help. For additional safety best practices information, see the ...
..., Regulatory information, Ergonomics information, and End User License Agreement. find your computer. check on support.dell.com or to contact technical support. find drivers and downloads. find solutions and answers to common questions. locate information for last-minute updates about technical...Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: find safety best practices information for your computer the Dell Support website at www.dell.com/regulatory_ compliance. access technical support and product help. For additional safety best practices information, see the ...
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... → Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for SATA hard drives 50 Drives Externally accessible two 5.25-inch drive bays for SATA DVD+/-RW Super Multi Drive or Blu‑ray Disc...;ray Disc RW optical drive one 3.5 inch bay for a FlexBay drive Internally accessible two 3.5-inch drive bays for , and upgrading your computer. INSPIRON Specifications Computer Model Inspiron 535 Inspiron 537 Inspiron 545 Inspiron 546 This section provides information that you may vary by region.
... → Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for SATA hard drives 50 Drives Externally accessible two 5.25-inch drive bays for SATA DVD+/-RW Super Multi Drive or Blu‑ray Disc...;ray Disc RW optical drive one 3.5 inch bay for a FlexBay drive Internally accessible two 3.5-inch drive bays for , and upgrading your computer. INSPIRON Specifications Computer Model Inspiron 535 Inspiron 537 Inspiron 545 Inspiron 546 This section provides information that you may vary by region.
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INSPIRON Index B backups creating 20 C calling Dell 45 CDs, playing and creating 19 computer capabilities 18 connect(ing) displays 6 optional network cable 8 to the Internet 10 using dial-up 11 conserving energy 20 Contacting Dell online 46 customer service 41 56 customizing your desktop 19 your energy settings 20 D data, backing up 20 DellConnect 41 Dell Diagnostics 32 Dell Factory Image Restore 35 Dell Support Center 28 Dell support website 48 Dell Technology Guide for futher information 48 Diagnostic Checklist 45 drivers and downloads 48 DVDs, playing and creating 19
INSPIRON Index B backups creating 20 C calling Dell 45 CDs, playing and creating 19 computer capabilities 18 connect(ing) displays 6 optional network cable 8 to the Internet 10 using dial-up 11 conserving energy 20 Contacting Dell online 46 customer service 41 56 customizing your desktop 19 your energy settings 20 D data, backing up 20 DellConnect 41 Dell Diagnostics 32 Dell Factory Image Restore 35 Dell Support Center 28 Dell support website 48 Dell Technology Guide for futher information 48 Diagnostic Checklist 45 drivers and downloads 48 DVDs, playing and creating 19
Tech Sheet
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... of your computer, it at the time of your computer available at www.dell.com. If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. To set up...accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Windows for your original order, you can purchase one at support.dell.com. Microsoft Windows 7: Getting Started Guide Set Up Windows 7 Your Dell computer is preconfigured with the Microsoft® Windows® 7 operating system if you selected it is not a...
... of your computer, it at the time of your computer available at www.dell.com. If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. To set up...accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Windows for your original order, you can purchase one at support.dell.com. Microsoft Windows 7: Getting Started Guide Set Up Windows 7 Your Dell computer is preconfigured with the Microsoft® Windows® 7 operating system if you selected it is not a...
Tech Sheet
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.... 4 NOTE: The next steps change without the written permission of Dell Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction of these materials in this document to refer to wait until you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other than its own. Trademarks used in... any open programs. 2 Insert the Operating System disc. 3 Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears. 4 Restart the computer. 5 When the DELL logo appears, press immediately.
.... 4 NOTE: The next steps change without the written permission of Dell Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction of these materials in this document to refer to wait until you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other than its own. Trademarks used in... any open programs. 2 Insert the Operating System disc. 3 Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears. 4 Restart the computer. 5 When the DELL logo appears, press immediately.