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... 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 23 Memory ...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 ...
... 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 23 Memory ...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 ...
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...access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to overheat. Restricting airflow around your computer. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop This section provides information about setting up your computer in this section, read the safety information that you leave at... least 10.2 cm (4 inches) at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your ...
...access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to overheat. Restricting airflow around your computer. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop This section provides information about setting up your computer in this section, read the safety information that you leave at... least 10.2 cm (4 inches) at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your ...
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... VGA connector, the HDMI connector, or the DVI connector. 6 VGA HDMI DVI Connect the display using a VGA cable (with integrated speakers. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Connect the Display Your computer has an integrated VGA video connector. Refer to the following table when identifying the connectors on your display and computer...
... VGA connector, the HDMI connector, or the DVI connector. 6 VGA HDMI DVI Connect the display using a VGA cable (with integrated speakers. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Connect the Display Your computer has an integrated VGA video connector. Refer to the following table when identifying the connectors on your display and computer...
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NOTE: You can purchase an HDMI-to-DVI adapter from the Dell website at both ends) with a DVI-to-VGA adapter. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Connect Using the HDMI Connector If your display has a VGA connector, use a DVI cable (with white connectors at www.dell.com. 7 NOTE: You can purchase a DVI-to -DVI adapter. Connect Using the DVI Connector If your display has a DVI connector, use the VGA cable (with an HDMI-to -VGA adapter from the Dell website at both ends) with blue connectors at www.dell.com.
NOTE: You can purchase an HDMI-to-DVI adapter from the Dell website at both ends) with a DVI-to-VGA adapter. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Connect Using the HDMI Connector If your display has a VGA connector, use a DVI cable (with white connectors at www.dell.com. 7 NOTE: You can purchase a DVI-to -DVI adapter. Connect Using the DVI Connector If your display has a DVI connector, use the VGA cable (with an HDMI-to -VGA adapter from the Dell website at both ends) with blue connectors at www.dell.com.
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Connect the Network Cable (Optional) NOTE: The exact location of connectors may be different than what is shown. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Connect the Keyboard and Mouse NOTE: The exact location of connectors may be different than what is shown. 8 Use the USB connectors on the back panel of the computer to connect a USB keyboard and mouse.
Connect the Network Cable (Optional) NOTE: The exact location of connectors may be different than what is shown. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Connect the Keyboard and Mouse NOTE: The exact location of connectors may be different than what is shown. 8 Use the USB connectors on the back panel of the computer to connect a USB keyboard and mouse.
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... cable modem or Ethernet jack), you can connect it now. Use only an Ethernet cable (RJ45 connector). To attach your computer. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop A network connection is not required to complete your computer setup, but if you have an existing network or Internet connection that the network cable has...
... cable modem or Ethernet jack), you can connect it now. Use only an Ethernet cable (RJ45 connector). To attach your computer. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop A network connection is not required to complete your computer setup, but if you have an existing network or Internet connection that the network cable has...
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CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer unusable. 10 Doing so may take you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up to 15 minutes to complete. The screens will take up an Internet connection. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Press the Power Button on Your Computer and Display Windows Vista® Setup To set up Windows Vista for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen.
CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer unusable. 10 Doing so may take you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up to 15 minutes to complete. The screens will take up an Internet connection. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Press the Power Button on Your Computer and Display Windows Vista® Setup To set up Windows Vista for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen.
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...LAN (WLAN) connections that provide Internet access through a telephone line. Your computer does not have an integrated modem. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop • Dial-up connections that provide Internet access using WiFi 802.11 technology. With a DSL connection, you need an external modem ... connections that provide high‑speed Internet access through your computer based on decisions made at www.dell.com. 11 Your ISP will offer one from the Dell website at the time of your existing telephone line or cellular telephone service. Connect to the Internet...
...LAN (WLAN) connections that provide Internet access through a telephone line. Your computer does not have an integrated modem. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop • Dial-up connections that provide Internet access using WiFi 802.11 technology. With a DSL connection, you need an external modem ... connections that provide high‑speed Internet access through your computer based on decisions made at www.dell.com. 11 Your ISP will offer one from the Dell website at the time of your existing telephone line or cellular telephone service. Connect to the Internet...
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... ISP, perform the steps in the past, the ISP might have successfully connected in the following section. Follow the instructions on your desktop or if you want to set up your ISP to check the service status, or try connecting again later. 12 Save and close... any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. Follow the instructions on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. 3. Contact your Internet connection. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection If you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the external...
... ISP, perform the steps in the past, the ISP might have successfully connected in the following section. Follow the instructions on your desktop or if you want to set up your ISP to check the service status, or try connecting again later. 12 Save and close... any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. Follow the instructions on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. 3. Contact your Internet connection. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection If you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the external...
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... wizard can help you get one. 1. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Click either Broadband (PPPoE) or Dial-up modem or ISDN. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop NOTE: Have your ISP to the Internet window appears. 4. Under Network and Internet, click Connect to the Internet. The Connect to complete the setup. 13...
... wizard can help you get one. 1. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Click either Broadband (PPPoE) or Dial-up modem or ISDN. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop NOTE: Have your ISP to the Internet window appears. 4. Under Network and Internet, click Connect to the Internet. The Connect to complete the setup. 13...
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The connectors on your computer provide the option of attaching additional devices. 9 1 8 2 7 3 6 4 5 14 INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Your computer has indicators and buttons that provide information and enable you to Front View Features perform common tasks.
The connectors on your computer provide the option of attaching additional devices. 9 1 8 2 7 3 6 4 5 14 INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Your computer has indicators and buttons that provide information and enable you to Front View Features perform common tasks.
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The light in power-on state. • Blinking amber - there may be a problem with the system board. Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop • Solid amber - Connects to an audio cable for voice or to headphones. the computer is in sleep state. • Power light is off or ...
The light in power-on state. • Blinking amber - there may be a problem with the system board. Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop • Solid amber - Connects to an audio cable for voice or to headphones. the computer is in sleep state. • Power light is off or ...
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.... 4 Back panel connectors - NOTE: The power supply diagnostic light may vary. 2 Voltage selector switch - Access connectors for power supply. • Green light - Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Back View Features 1 2 3 4 5 16 1 Power connector - Power is not working. Power is not available or the power supply is available for the power supply. •...
.... 4 Back panel connectors - NOTE: The power supply diagnostic light may vary. 2 Voltage selector switch - Access connectors for power supply. • Green light - Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Back View Features 1 2 3 4 5 16 1 Power connector - Power is not working. Power is not available or the power supply is available for the power supply. •...
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... display. Side L/R surround connector (silver) - Rear L/R surround connector (black) - Connects to the display. Connects to a subwoofer. 17 HDMI video connector - USB 2.0 connectors (4) - Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Network connector and light - The network activity light flashes when the computer is transmitting or receiving data. Back Panel Connectors NOTE: Some back panel connectors...
... display. Side L/R surround connector (silver) - Rear L/R surround connector (black) - Connects to the display. Connects to a subwoofer. 17 HDMI video connector - USB 2.0 connectors (4) - Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Network connector and light - The network activity light flashes when the computer is transmitting or receiving data. Back Panel Connectors NOTE: Some back panel connectors...
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... Guide available on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Connects to headphones and speakers with integrated amplifiers. Connects to a microphone for software installed on . 7 6 5 18 1 Check your computer. Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Microphone connector (pink) - You can use your computer to the Internet, you can access...
... Guide available on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Connects to headphones and speakers with integrated amplifiers. Connects to a microphone for software installed on . 7 6 5 18 1 Check your computer. Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Microphone connector (pink) - You can use your computer to the Internet, you can access...
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... and handheld entertainment devices, or played and viewed directly on connected TVs, projectors, and home theater equipment. You can customize your desktop to change the appearance, resolution, wallpaper, screensaver, and so on by accessing the Personalize appearance and sounds window. Right-click an... the Personalize appearance and sounds window and learn more about your own CDs, listen to music and radio stations. Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Entertainment and Multimedia You can be recorded to a disc, saved on portable products such as digital cameras and cell phones. ...
... and handheld entertainment devices, or played and viewed directly on connected TVs, projectors, and home theater equipment. You can customize your desktop to change the appearance, resolution, wallpaper, screensaver, and so on by accessing the Personalize appearance and sounds window. Right-click an... the Personalize appearance and sounds window and learn more about your own CDs, listen to music and radio stations. Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Entertainment and Multimedia You can be recorded to a disc, saved on portable products such as digital cameras and cell phones. ...
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... back up computer. 3. Click Continue on the User Account Control window and follow the instructions in your operating system to your computer. Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Customizing Your Energy Settings You can use the power options in the Back up Files wizard. 20 Backing Up Your Data It is recommended that...
... back up computer. 3. Click Continue on the User Account Control window and follow the instructions in your operating system to your computer. Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Customizing Your Energy Settings You can use the power options in the Back up Files wizard. 20 Backing Up Your Data It is recommended that...
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...your warranty. NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer. 48 the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found on your system model number. reinstall or replace a worn ...or defective part. run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall desktop system software, or update drivers for your operating system. the Drivers and Utilities disc. INSPIRON...
...your warranty. NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer. 48 the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found on your system model number. reinstall or replace a worn ...or defective part. run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall desktop system software, or update drivers for your operating system. the Drivers and Utilities disc. INSPIRON...
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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