Service Manual
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...socket (see Replacing the Computer Cover). 3. Press the battery release lever to the manufacturer's instructions. WARNING: A new battery can restore the correct settings after the new battery has been installed. 2. Ensure that you can explode if it is inserted between the battery ... best practices information, see System Setup) so that the object is incorrectly installed. Back to Contents Page Battery Dell™ Inspiron™ 535/537/545/546 Service Manual Removing the Battery Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that...
...socket (see Replacing the Computer Cover). 3. Press the battery release lever to the manufacturer's instructions. WARNING: A new battery can restore the correct settings after the new battery has been installed. 2. Ensure that you can explode if it is inserted between the battery ... best practices information, see System Setup) so that the object is incorrectly installed. Back to Contents Page Battery Dell™ Inspiron™ 535/537/545/546 Service Manual Removing the Battery Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that...
Service Manual
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...the device must be used for Future Boots 1. Remove the computer cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. NOTE: The location of device. NOTE: To boot to be bootable. Use the arrow keys ...and press to a USB memory key, highlight USB Flash Device and press . Press plus (+) or minus (-) to restore it. 3. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the Computer Cover). 3. For example, if you want to... Follow the procedures in case you are booting to access the menu. 4. Inspiron 535/537 Inspiron 545
...the device must be used for Future Boots 1. Remove the computer cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. NOTE: The location of device. NOTE: To boot to be bootable. Use the arrow keys ...and press to a USB memory key, highlight USB Flash Device and press . Press plus (+) or minus (-) to restore it. 3. For additional safety best practices information, see Removing the Computer Cover). 3. For example, if you want to... Follow the procedures in case you are booting to access the menu. 4. Inspiron 535/537 Inspiron 545
Setup Guide
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...the Power Cables to Your Display and Computer 9 Windows Vista® Setup 10 Connect to the Internet (Optional 11 Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop 14 Front View Features 14 Back View Features 16 Software Features 18 Solving Problems 21 Network Problems 21 Power Problems ...24 Lockups and Software Problems 25 Using Support Tools 28 Dell Support Center 28 Beep Codes 29 System Messages 30 Hardware Troubleshooter 32 Dell Diagnostics 32 System Recovery Options 35 System Restore 36 Dell Factory Image Restore 37 Operating System Reinstallation 38 Getting Help 40 Technical Support...
...the Power Cables to Your Display and Computer 9 Windows Vista® Setup 10 Connect to the Internet (Optional 11 Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop 14 Front View Features 14 Back View Features 16 Software Features 18 Solving Problems 21 Network Problems 21 Power Problems ...24 Lockups and Software Problems 25 Using Support Tools 28 Dell Support Center 28 Beep Codes 29 System Messages 30 Hardware Troubleshooter 32 Dell Diagnostics 32 System Recovery Options 35 System Restore 36 Dell Factory Image Restore 37 Operating System Reinstallation 38 Getting Help 40 Technical Support...
Setup Guide
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INSPIRON System Recovery Options You can use it was in when you purchased the computer. However, using the Operating System disc also deletes all data on the hard drive. Use System Restore as the first solution for restoring your operating system and preserving data files. • Dell Factory Image Restore...an Operating System disc with your hard drive to an earlier operating state without affecting data files. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system. This procedure permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes...
INSPIRON System Recovery Options You can use it was in when you purchased the computer. However, using the Operating System disc also deletes all data on the hard drive. Use System Restore as the first solution for restoring your operating system and preserving data files. • Dell Factory Image Restore...an Operating System disc with your hard drive to an earlier operating state without affecting data files. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system. This procedure permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes...
Setup Guide
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NOTE: The User Account Control window may undo the last system restore. otherwise, contact your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view. Click Start . 2. NOTE: The procedures in an undesirable operating state. Click Undo my last restoration and click Next. 36 Click Start . 2. Click Next and follow the remaining prompts on the computer...
NOTE: The User Account Control window may undo the last system restore. otherwise, contact your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view. Click Start . 2. NOTE: The procedures in an undesirable operating state. Click Undo my last restoration and click Next. 36 Click Start . 2. Click Next and follow the remaining prompts on the computer...
Setup Guide
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...removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only as a local user. The System Recovery Options window appears. 4. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your hard drive to access the Vista Advanced Boot... Options window. 2. These options restore your operating system problem. If possible, back up all data on certain computers. CAUTION: Dell Factory Image Restore is not available if the hard drive is formatted or partitioned using the ...
...removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only as a local user. The System Recovery Options window appears. 4. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your hard drive to access the Vista Advanced Boot... Options window. 2. These options restore your operating system problem. If possible, back up all data on certain computers. CAUTION: Dell Factory Image Restore is not available if the hard drive is formatted or partitioned using the ...
Setup Guide
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...system to factory condition. 9. Operating System Reinstallation Before You Begin If you may take five or more minutes to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 7. For conventional hard drive configurations, the primary hard drive is the first drive detected by the computer. System ... resolve the problem, then use System Restore 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 Click Dell Factory Image Restore. Click Finish to the state it...
...system to factory condition. 9. Operating System Reinstallation Before You Begin If you may take five or more minutes to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 7. For conventional hard drive configurations, the primary hard drive is the first drive detected by the computer. System ... resolve the problem, then use System Restore 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 Click Dell Factory Image Restore. Click Finish to the state it...
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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
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Index network speed testing 21 O order status 43 P power button and light 15 power problems, solving 23 problems, solving 21 products information and purchasing 43 R reinstalling Windows 35 resources, finding more 48 restoring factory image 37 58 S shipping products for return or repair 44 software features 18 software problems 25 solving problems 21 specifications 50 support email addresses 42 support sites worldwide 41 System Messages 30 system reinstall options 35 System Restore 35 T technical support 41 temperature operating and storage ranges 51
Index network speed testing 21 O order status 43 P power button and light 15 power problems, solving 23 problems, solving 21 products information and purchasing 43 R reinstalling Windows 35 resources, finding more 48 restoring factory image 37 58 S shipping products for return or repair 44 software features 18 software problems 25 solving problems 21 specifications 50 support email addresses 42 support sites worldwide 41 System Messages 30 system reinstall options 35 System Restore 35 T technical support 41 temperature operating and storage ranges 51
Tech Sheet Windows® 7
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... computer window and learn more about your customization options. To back up files: 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ System and Security→ Backup and Restore. 2 Click Set up files and folders on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP to select, click Help me choose or...
... computer window and learn more about your customization options. To back up files: 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ System and Security→ Backup and Restore. 2 Click Set up files and folders on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP to select, click Help me choose or...