Dell Technology Guide
Page 20
... 1394 Device Problems 291 Keyboard Problems for External Keyboards . . . 292 Lockups and Software Problems 292 Memory Problems 294 Mouse Problems 295 Network Problems 296 Power Problems 296 Printer Problems 298 Scanner Problems 299 Sound and Speaker Problems 299 Touch Pad or Mouse Problems for Laptop Computers 301 Video and Monitor Problems 302 Power Lights 304 Dell Technical Update Service 305 21 System Setup 307 Viewing System Settings With the System Setup Program 307 Entering the System Setup Program 308 Working With Options on the System Setup Program Screen 308 Changing...
... 1394 Device Problems 291 Keyboard Problems for External Keyboards . . . 292 Lockups and Software Problems 292 Memory Problems 294 Mouse Problems 295 Network Problems 296 Power Problems 296 Printer Problems 298 Scanner Problems 299 Sound and Speaker Problems 299 Touch Pad or Mouse Problems for Laptop Computers 301 Video and Monitor Problems 302 Power Lights 304 Dell Technical Update Service 305 21 System Setup 307 Viewing System Settings With the System Setup Program 307 Entering the System Setup Program 308 Working With Options on the System Setup Program Screen 308 Changing...
Dell Technology Guide
Page 28
Wireless Networking Wireless network information is not listed under All Programs, use the Search feature to search for a specific program: Windows Vista® 1 Click Start →Search. 2 Enter the name of the program and click Search. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about wireless networking, see "Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband)" on connections, and tutorials in basic networking. The device guide provides helpful information about connecting to a wireless network, as well as managing a wireless network connection. The "Networking and...
Wireless Networking Wireless network information is not listed under All Programs, use the Search feature to search for a specific program: Windows Vista® 1 Click Start →Search. 2 Enter the name of the program and click Search. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about wireless networking, see "Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband)" on connections, and tutorials in basic networking. The device guide provides helpful information about connecting to a wireless network, as well as managing a wireless network connection. The "Networking and...
Dell Technology Guide
Page 79
...; Upgrade your operating system. • Reinstall your computer after you install or update a driver, use System Restore (see if any device has an exclamation point (a yellow circle with a [!]) on your operating system. • Connect or install a new device. Drives and Media 79 HINT: You must be logged in this section. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, use Windows Device Driver Rollback. 1 Click Start and right-click Computer. 2 Click Properties→ Device Manager...
...; Upgrade your operating system. • Reinstall your computer after you install or update a driver, use System Restore (see if any device has an exclamation point (a yellow circle with a [!]) on your operating system. • Connect or install a new device. Drives and Media 79 HINT: You must be logged in this section. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, use Windows Device Driver Rollback. 1 Click Start and right-click Computer. 2 Click Properties→ Device Manager...
Dell Technology Guide
Page 81
Click Start→ My Computer. See "Windows Hardware Troubleshooter" on page 337). TEST THE DRIVE - • Insert another CD, DVD, or Blu-ray Disc® (BD) to which you are installing the driver. 6 Click the Driver tab→ Update Driver→ Browse my computer for Dell computers. See the user documentation that came with your computer. FOR DRIVES WITH SPINDLES AND/OR TRAYS, ENSURE THAT THE MEDIA IS...
Click Start→ My Computer. See "Windows Hardware Troubleshooter" on page 337). TEST THE DRIVE - • Insert another CD, DVD, or Blu-ray Disc® (BD) to which you are installing the driver. 6 Click the Driver tab→ Update Driver→ Browse my computer for Dell computers. See the user documentation that came with your computer. FOR DRIVES WITH SPINDLES AND/OR TRAYS, ENSURE THAT THE MEDIA IS...
Dell Technology Guide
Page 166
... Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator Your computer may include a wireless switch. Disable file and print sharing before using public wireless networks, update your operating system does not include a firewall, purchase and install an integrated Internet security software package or, at a minimum, standalone firewall software. Disable file and print sharing. Before using a public Wi-Fi network connection: 1 Click Start → Control Panel. 2 Double click the Security Center icon, then click the Windows Firewall option...
... Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator Your computer may include a wireless switch. Disable file and print sharing before using public wireless networks, update your operating system does not include a firewall, purchase and install an integrated Internet security software package or, at a minimum, standalone firewall software. Disable file and print sharing. Before using a public Wi-Fi network connection: 1 Click Start → Control Panel. 2 Double click the Security Center icon, then click the Windows Firewall option...
Dell Technology Guide
Page 276
... your boot device, ensure that the cables are connected and that a bootable optical media is in the drive. • If the hard drive is your boot device, ensure that the cables are connected and that the drive is installed properly and partitioned as a boot device. • Enter the system setup program and ensure that was running when the message appeared. This feature can be malfunctioning or the system board itself may have a failure...
... your boot device, ensure that the cables are connected and that a bootable optical media is in the drive. • If the hard drive is your boot device, ensure that the cables are connected and that the drive is installed properly and partitioned as a boot device. • Enter the system setup program and ensure that was running when the message appeared. This feature can be malfunctioning or the system board itself may have a failure...
Dell Technology Guide
Page 296
...www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Mouse. 2 Adjust the settings as needed . R E I N S T A L L T H E M O U S E D R I N G S - C H E C K T H E N E T W O R K C A B L E C O N N E C T O R - Replace the network cable. RESTART THE COMPUTER AND LOG ON TO THE NETWORK AGAIN C H E C K Y O U R N E T W O R K S E T T I V E R - Power Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer or see the Service Manual for Media Drives" on...
...www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Mouse. 2 Adjust the settings as needed . R E I N S T A L L T H E M O U S E D R I N G S - C H E C K T H E N E T W O R K C A B L E C O N N E C T O R - Replace the network cable. RESTART THE COMPUTER AND LOG ON TO THE NETWORK AGAIN C H E C K Y O U R N E T W O R K S E T T I V E R - Power Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer or see the Service Manual for Media Drives" on...
Dell Technology Guide
Page 303
... monitor, and running the monitor self-test. Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Personalization→ Display Settings. 2 Adjust Resolution and Colors settings, as needed. 3 3D image quality is Readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR - 1 Shut down your speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the power cable for instructions on the computer and the monitor and adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls. Only Part of the Display is poor Windows XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel→...
... monitor, and running the monitor self-test. Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Personalization→ Display Settings. 2 Adjust Resolution and Colors settings, as needed. 3 3D image quality is Readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR - 1 Shut down your speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the power cable for instructions on the computer and the monitor and adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls. Only Part of the Display is poor Windows XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel→...
Dell Technology Guide
Page 351
... setup - Enables Windows programs to save energy. A power management mode that allows the transfer of the file. Prevent voltage spikes, such as date and time or system password. T TAPI - Surge protectors do not change the settings for video cards and controllers. super-extended graphics array - system board - Reinforced area of video memory installed in your computer. A video standard for video cards and controllers that serves as an interface between the computer hardware...
... setup - Enables Windows programs to save energy. A power management mode that allows the transfer of the file. Prevent voltage spikes, such as date and time or system password. T TAPI - Surge protectors do not change the settings for video cards and controllers. super-extended graphics array - system board - Reinforced area of video memory installed in your computer. A video standard for video cards and controllers that serves as an interface between the computer hardware...
Tech Sheet Windows® 7
Page 4
... the next start-up, the computer boots according to the devices specified in the U.S.A. is subject to complete. Dell Inc. To reinstall Windows 7: 1 Save and close any open files and exit any key to complete the installation. Printed in the system setup program. 6 When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive and press . 7 Press any open programs. 2 Insert the Operating System disc. 3 Click...
... the next start-up, the computer boots according to the devices specified in the U.S.A. is subject to complete. Dell Inc. To reinstall Windows 7: 1 Save and close any open files and exit any key to complete the installation. Printed in the system setup program. 6 When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive and press . 7 Press any open programs. 2 Insert the Operating System disc. 3 Click...
Setup Guide
Page 5
...the Network Cable (Optional) . . . . 10 Connect the Power Cables to Your Display and Computer 11 Windows Vista® Setup 12 Connect to the Internet (Optional 12 Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop 16 Front View Features 16 Back View Features 18 Software Features 20 Solving Problems 23 Network Problems 23 Power Problems 25 Memory Problems 26 Lockups and Software Problems 27 Using Support Tools 30 Dell Support Center 30 Beep Codes 31 System Messages 32 Hardware Troubleshooter 34 Dell Diagnostics 34 System Recovery Options 37 System Restore 38 Dell Factory Image Restore 39...
...the Network Cable (Optional) . . . . 10 Connect the Power Cables to Your Display and Computer 11 Windows Vista® Setup 12 Connect to the Internet (Optional 12 Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop 16 Front View Features 16 Back View Features 18 Software Features 20 Solving Problems 23 Network Problems 23 Power Problems 25 Memory Problems 26 Lockups and Software Problems 27 Using Support Tools 30 Dell Support Center 30 Beep Codes 31 System Messages 32 Hardware Troubleshooter 34 Dell Diagnostics 34 System Recovery Options 37 System Restore 38 Dell Factory Image Restore 39...
Setup Guide
Page 20
...2 18 1 Power connector - For power cable connection. Power is not working. For selecting the voltage rating. 3 Power supply diagnostic light - Power is not available for the power supply or the power supply is available for the power supply. • No light - Plug USB, audio, and other devices into the appropriate connector. NOTE: The power supply diagnostic light may vary. 2 Voltage selector switch - Access connectors for power supply. • Green light - Indicates power availability for any installed PCI and PCI express cards. 5 Back panel connectors - Appearance...
...2 18 1 Power connector - For power cable connection. Power is not working. For selecting the voltage rating. 3 Power supply diagnostic light - Power is not available for the power supply or the power supply is available for the power supply. • No light - Plug USB, audio, and other devices into the appropriate connector. NOTE: The power supply diagnostic light may vary. 2 Voltage selector switch - Access connectors for power supply. • Green light - Indicates power availability for any installed PCI and PCI express cards. 5 Back panel connectors - Appearance...
Setup Guide
Page 43
... next start-up, the computer boots according to complete. Restart the computer. 5. NOTE: The Dell Drivers and Utilities disc contains drivers that were installed during the assembly of the computer. Reinstalling Windows Vista® The reinstallation process can take 1 to 2 hours to the devices specified in the system setup program. 6. Save and close any open programs. 2. When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive...
... next start-up, the computer boots according to complete. Restart the computer. 5. NOTE: The Dell Drivers and Utilities disc contains drivers that were installed during the assembly of the computer. Reinstalling Windows Vista® The reinstallation process can take 1 to 2 hours to the devices specified in the system setup program. 6. Save and close any open programs. 2. When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive...
Setup Guide
Page 52
... additional memory, or a new hard drive. the Drivers and Utilities disc. upgrade your Operating System disc. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your hard drive. the Dell Technology Guide available on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com. find your warranty. NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your operating system, maintaining peripherals, RAID, Internet, Bluetooth®, networking, and e-mail. run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall desktop system software, or update drivers for...
... additional memory, or a new hard drive. the Drivers and Utilities disc. upgrade your Operating System disc. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your hard drive. the Dell Technology Guide available on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com. find your warranty. NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your operating system, maintaining peripherals, RAID, Internet, Bluetooth®, networking, and e-mail. run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall desktop system software, or update drivers for...
Service Manual
Page 8
...the cards. Configuring Your Computer After Removing or Installing a PCI/PCI Express Card NOTE: For information on . 11. Sound Card Installed Removed 1. Enter system setup (see Entering System Setup) 2. Go to Onboard LAN Controller and then change the setting to Disabled. 3. Connect any cables that shipped with the card. Enter system setup (see Entering System Setup) 2. For information on installing drivers and software for information about the card's cable connections. Connect the external audio devices to the integrated network connector. Connect the network cable...
...the cards. Configuring Your Computer After Removing or Installing a PCI/PCI Express Card NOTE: For information on . 11. Sound Card Installed Removed 1. Enter system setup (see Entering System Setup) 2. Go to Onboard LAN Controller and then change the setting to Disabled. 3. Connect any cables that shipped with the card. Enter system setup (see Entering System Setup) 2. For information on installing drivers and software for information about the card's cable connections. Connect the external audio devices to the integrated network connector. Connect the network cable...
Service Manual
Page 26
... back and forth to Contents Page Memory Dell™ Inspiron™ 535/537/545/546 Service Manual Removing Memory Replacing Memory Recommended Memory Configuration Setting Up Dual Channel Memory Configuration WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed. Follow the memory installation guidelines (see Removing the Computer Cover). 3. WARNING: Do not operate your equipment with your computer. Follow...
... back and forth to Contents Page Memory Dell™ Inspiron™ 535/537/545/546 Service Manual Removing Memory Replacing Memory Recommended Memory Configuration Setting Up Dual Channel Memory Configuration WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed. Follow the memory installation guidelines (see Removing the Computer Cover). 3. WARNING: Do not operate your equipment with your computer. Follow...
Service Manual
Page 32
... of installed memory. Hard Drive; Network; USB; USB; Hard Disk Boot Priority Used to the hard drives detected. Hard Drive; The items displayed are not available in the format (mm:dd:yyyy). Standard CMOS Features Date Displays current date in Inspiron 537 Integrated Peripherals USB Device Setting l USB Controller-Enabled or Disabled (Enabled by default) Boot Other Device Enabled; Disabled (USB by default) l USB Operation Mode-High Speed; SATA 0 Displays the SATA drives connected to the SATA 1 connector. Network; Indicates the type of hard drives. CD/DVD;
... of installed memory. Hard Drive; Network; USB; USB; Hard Disk Boot Priority Used to the hard drives detected. Hard Drive; The items displayed are not available in the format (mm:dd:yyyy). Standard CMOS Features Date Displays current date in Inspiron 537 Integrated Peripherals USB Device Setting l USB Controller-Enabled or Disabled (Enabled by default) Boot Other Device Enabled; Disabled (USB by default) l USB Operation Mode-High Speed; SATA 0 Displays the SATA drives connected to the SATA 1 connector. Network; Indicates the type of hard drives. CD/DVD;
Service Manual
Page 33
... connected to the SATA 5 connector. All Errors; USB-CDROM; USB-CDROM; Disable (Enabled by default) Advanced Chipset Features Init Display First PCI Slot, Onboard (PCI Slot by default) Video Memory Size 1 MB, 8 MB (8 MB by default) l Core Multi-Processing-Enabled; Last (Off by default) Press Enter to change the user password Inspiron 545 System Info System BIOS Info Service Tag Processor Type Processor L2 Cache Memory Installed Memory Available Memory Speed Memory Channel Mode Memory Technology Displays the computer model number. Not Installed (Not Installed by default) Set...
... connected to the SATA 5 connector. All Errors; USB-CDROM; USB-CDROM; Disable (Enabled by default) Advanced Chipset Features Init Display First PCI Slot, Onboard (PCI Slot by default) Video Memory Size 1 MB, 8 MB (8 MB by default) l Core Multi-Processing-Enabled; Last (Off by default) Press Enter to change the user password Inspiron 545 System Info System BIOS Info Service Tag Processor Type Processor L2 Cache Memory Installed Memory Available Memory Speed Memory Channel Mode Memory Technology Displays the computer model number. Not Installed (Not Installed by default) Set...
Service Manual
Page 34
...0 Auto Power On Time 0:00:00 AC Recovery Off; Not Installed (Not Installed by default) Press Enter to change the user password System Info BIOS Info System Asset Tag Service Tag Processor Type CPU Speed Processor L2 Cache Memory Installed Memory Available Memory Speed Memory Channel Mode Memory Technology Shows the BIOS version number and date information. Displays the processor speed. Indicates the frequency of the computer. Disabled (Disabled by default) Displays the SATA drives connected to the SATA 2 connector. Displays the SATA drives connected to the SATA 0 connector. Not...
...0 Auto Power On Time 0:00:00 AC Recovery Off; Not Installed (Not Installed by default) Press Enter to change the user password System Info BIOS Info System Asset Tag Service Tag Processor Type CPU Speed Processor L2 Cache Memory Installed Memory Available Memory Speed Memory Channel Mode Memory Technology Shows the BIOS version number and date information. Displays the processor speed. Indicates the frequency of the computer. Disabled (Disabled by default) Displays the SATA drives connected to the SATA 2 connector. Displays the SATA drives connected to the SATA 0 connector. Not...
Service Manual
Page 35
... Controller HD Audio Onboard LAN Controller Onboard LAN Boot ROM SATA Mode Module Bay PCI-E 16X Slot; Disabled (Removable by default) Power Management Setup ACPI Suspend Type C1E Support Remote Wake Up AC Recovery Auto Power On Auto Power On Date Auto Power On Time S1(POS); CD/DVD; Yes (Yes by default) l 2nd Boot Device-Removable; S3(STR) (S3(STR) by default) Disabled; On; Last (Off by default) Disabled; User Access Level Set User Password Password Check Changing Boot Sequence for example, to tell the computer to boot from the hard drive when the diagnostic tests...
... Controller HD Audio Onboard LAN Controller Onboard LAN Boot ROM SATA Mode Module Bay PCI-E 16X Slot; Disabled (Removable by default) Power Management Setup ACPI Suspend Type C1E Support Remote Wake Up AC Recovery Auto Power On Auto Power On Date Auto Power On Time S1(POS); CD/DVD; Yes (Yes by default) l 2nd Boot Device-Removable; S3(STR) (S3(STR) by default) Disabled; On; Last (Off by default) Disabled; User Access Level Set User Password Password Check Changing Boot Sequence for example, to tell the computer to boot from the hard drive when the diagnostic tests...