Comprehensive Specifications
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... Memory type Memory configurations possible Computer Information System chipset RAID support four internally-accessible DDR3 DIMM sockets 1 GB and 2 GB 1066-MHz DDR3 DIMM; Dell™ Inspiron™ 560s: Comprehensive Specifications This document provides information that you may vary by region. non-ECC memory only 1 GB, 2 GB, 3 GB, 4 GB, 5 GB, 6 GB, 7 GB, and... Support and select the option to view information about your computer. Intel G43 RAID 0 (striping) RAID 1 (mirroring) NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer.
... Memory type Memory configurations possible Computer Information System chipset RAID support four internally-accessible DDR3 DIMM sockets 1 GB and 2 GB 1066-MHz DDR3 DIMM; Dell™ Inspiron™ 560s: Comprehensive Specifications This document provides information that you may vary by region. non-ECC memory only 1 GB, 2 GB, 3 GB, 4 GB, 5 GB, 6 GB, 7 GB, and... Support and select the option to view information about your computer. Intel G43 RAID 0 (striping) RAID 1 (mirroring) NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer.
Service Manual
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...grasp the card by your computer. The brackets also keep dust and dirt out of your equipment with your warranty. Remove the card's driver from the electrical outlet before removing the cover. NOTE: Installing filler brackets over empty card-slot openings is not covered by its top... Configuring Your Computer After Removing or Installing a PCI or PCI Express Card. Back to Contents Page PCI and PCI Express Cards Dell™ Inspiron™ 560s Service Manual Removing PCI and PCI Express Cards Replacing PCI and PCI Express Cards Configuring Your Computer After Removing or Installing a PCI...
...grasp the card by your computer. The brackets also keep dust and dirt out of your equipment with your warranty. Remove the card's driver from the electrical outlet before removing the cover. NOTE: Installing filler brackets over empty card-slot openings is not covered by its top... Configuring Your Computer After Removing or Installing a PCI or PCI Express Card. Back to Contents Page PCI and PCI Express Cards Dell™ Inspiron™ 560s Service Manual Removing PCI and PCI Express Cards Replacing PCI and PCI Express Cards Configuring Your Computer After Removing or Installing a PCI...
Service Manual
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... panel connectors. Connect the network cable to Enabled. 3. Configuring Your Computer After Removing or Installing a PCI or PCI Express Card NOTE: For information on installing drivers and software for your card, see the documentation that shipped with the card. Connect the external audio devices to Disabled. 3. Go to Onboard LAN Controller...
... panel connectors. Connect the network cable to Enabled. 3. Configuring Your Computer After Removing or Installing a PCI or PCI Express Card NOTE: For information on installing drivers and software for your card, see the documentation that shipped with the card. Connect the external audio devices to Disabled. 3. Go to Onboard LAN Controller...
Service Manual
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...in Before You Begin. 2. Follow the procedures in case you are complete. You can run the Dell Diagnostics on the system board (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. Changing Boot Sequence for example, to tell the computer to boot from the ...User Access Level No Access; For additional safety best practices information, see System Board Components). Locate the 3-pin password reset jumper on the Drivers and Utilities media, but you want to restore it. 3. Turn on the screen, press . Password Check Setup; BIOS Security Features Set...
...in Before You Begin. 2. Follow the procedures in case you are complete. You can run the Dell Diagnostics on the system board (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1. Changing Boot Sequence for example, to tell the computer to boot from the ...User Access Level No Access; For additional safety best practices information, see System Board Components). Locate the 3-pin password reset jumper on the Drivers and Utilities media, but you want to restore it. 3. Turn on the screen, press . Password Check Setup; BIOS Security Features Set...
Service Manual
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... BIOS update file for your computer: NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer's Service Tag: a. Enter your desktop. c. d. e. Visit support.dell.com. 3. Click Close if the Download Complete window appears. Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the procedures that appear on top... Click BIOS. 6. Flashing the BIOS The BIOS may require flashing when an update is located on the screen. To flash the BIOS: 1. Click Drivers & Downloads. 4. If you do not have your computer is available or when replacing the system board. b. If you have selected a different model...
... BIOS update file for your computer: NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer's Service Tag: a. Enter your desktop. c. d. e. Visit support.dell.com. 3. Click Close if the Download Complete window appears. Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the procedures that appear on top... Click BIOS. 6. Flashing the BIOS The BIOS may require flashing when an update is located on the screen. To flash the BIOS: 1. Click Drivers & Downloads. 4. If you do not have your computer is available or when replacing the system board. b. If you have selected a different model...
Setup Guide
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... license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Windows for your computer available at support.dell.com. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Set Up Microsoft Windows Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, see...
... license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Windows for your computer available at support.dell.com. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Set Up Microsoft Windows Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, see...
Setup Guide
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... the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state. Follow the instructions on page 46. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "System Recovery Media" on the screen. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Create System Recovery ... in the computer. 3. The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). Insert the disc or USB key in when you...
... the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state. Follow the instructions on page 46. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "System Recovery Media" on the screen. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Create System Recovery ... in the computer. 3. The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). Insert the disc or USB key in when you...
Setup Guide
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... → Control Panel→ Programs→ Run programs made 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...
... → Control Panel→ Programs→ Run programs made 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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...to test displays in "Lockups and Software Problems" on (or restart) your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities disc. Select Diagnostics from your computer. 3. NOTE: Dell Diagnostics works only on your computer. 38 NOTE: If your hard drive. Ensure that the computer is ...partition on your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 56). 1. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc is optional and may invoke the Pre-Boot System Assessment (PSA) on Dell computers. Start the Dell Diagnostics from the boot menu and press . Turn on...
...to test displays in "Lockups and Software Problems" on (or restart) your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities disc. Select Diagnostics from your computer. 3. NOTE: Dell Diagnostics works only on your computer. 38 NOTE: If your hard drive. Ensure that the computer is ...partition on your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 56). 1. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc is optional and may invoke the Pre-Boot System Assessment (PSA) on Dell computers. Start the Dell Diagnostics from the boot menu and press . Turn on...
Setup Guide
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...Press any key to go to the Choose An Option window. 4. If PSA is displayed: "No problems have been found , run the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your computer and try again. The PSA will take about 30 minutes or more. If you want...running the tests. Press any key to continue? (Recommended)." b. This will start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. Do you want to the Choose An Option window. If PSA is displayed: "Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. d. Select the test you see the Microsoft® Windows®...
...Press any key to go to the Choose An Option window. 4. If PSA is displayed: "No problems have been found , run the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your computer and try again. The PSA will take about 30 minutes or more. If you want...running the tests. Press any key to continue? (Recommended)." b. This will start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. Do you want to the Choose An Option window. If PSA is displayed: "Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. d. Select the test you see the Microsoft® Windows®...
Setup Guide
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Using Support Tools 5. Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc. 2. then, shut down and restart the computer. The Service Tag helps you identify your computer when you encounter a... problem during a test, a message with your screen. Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with the error code and a description of each test screen. NOTE: If you...
Using Support Tools 5. Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc. 2. then, shut down and restart the computer. The Service Tag helps you identify your computer when you encounter a... problem during a test, a message with your screen. Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with the error code and a description of each test screen. NOTE: If you...
Setup Guide
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... Service Tag helps you identify your screen. Select the test you contact Dell. 9. Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc. 41 If multiple versions are listed, select the version appropriate for your computer. 7. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, click Exit. 10. Using Support Tools ...boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW and press . 4. Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your computer when you want to restart the computer, click Exit. 11. When the tests complete, close the test screen...
... Service Tag helps you identify your screen. Select the test you contact Dell. 9. Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc. 41 If multiple versions are listed, select the version appropriate for your computer. 7. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, click Exit. 10. Using Support Tools ...boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW and press . 4. Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your computer when you want to restart the computer, click Exit. 11. When the tests complete, close the test screen...
Setup Guide
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... the system restoration is recommended that you received your computer. NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup may not be available in all open files, and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any programs or drivers installed after you backup your data files before using the... Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Use Dell DataSafe Local Backup only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system. CAUTION: Although...
... the system restoration is recommended that you received your computer. NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup may not be available in all open files, and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any programs or drivers installed after you backup your data files before using the... Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Use Dell DataSafe Local Backup only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system. CAUTION: Although...
Setup Guide
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...2. Follow the instructions on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer. Select the appropriate boot device from the list and press . 4. Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data on the screen to complete the...page 44) to wait until you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to restore your computer, use Dell DataSafe Local Backup (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; If possible, back up the data before using the system recovery media: ...
...2. Follow the instructions on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer. Select the appropriate boot device from the list and press . 4. Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data on the screen to complete the...page 44) to wait until you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to restore your computer, use Dell DataSafe Local Backup (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; If possible, back up the data before using the system recovery media: ...
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... Center, click the icon in the task bar support.dell.com 59 You must use the service tag to identify your computer on your order status for new purchases find solutions and answers to common ... documents that shipped with your computer and also see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance the bottom of your computer the Dell Support Center. readme files access technical support and product help check on support.dell.com or to contact technical support find your Service tag/Express Service Code - only...
... Center, click the icon in the task bar support.dell.com 59 You must use the service tag to identify your computer on your order status for new purchases find solutions and answers to common ... documents that shipped with your computer and also see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance the bottom of your computer the Dell Support Center. readme files access technical support and product help check on support.dell.com or to contact technical support find your Service tag/Express Service Code - only...
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... Specifications This section provides information that you may vary by region. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for SATA hard drives 60 Computer Model Dell™ Inspiron™ 560s Processor Types Intel® Celeron® Intel Pentium® Dual Core Intel Core™2 Duo Intel Core2 Quad Drives Externally accessible Internally...
... Specifications This section provides information that you may vary by region. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for SATA hard drives 60 Computer Model Dell™ Inspiron™ 560s Processor Types Intel® Celeron® Intel Pentium® Dual Core Intel Core™2 Duo Intel Core2 Quad Drives Externally accessible Internally...
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INSPIRON Index C calling Dell 55 CDs, playing and creating 24 chipset 61 computer capabilities 24 connect(ing) optional network cable 10 Contacting Dell online 56 customer service 51 D DellConnect 51 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 26 Dell Diagnostics 38 Dell Factory Image Restore 47 66 Diagnostic Checklist 55 drivers and downloads 59 E eject button 18, 19 e-mail addresses for technical support 52 F front-view connectors 18 FTP login, anonymous 52 H hard drive type 60 hard-drive activity light 19
INSPIRON Index C calling Dell 55 CDs, playing and creating 24 chipset 61 computer capabilities 24 connect(ing) optional network cable 10 Contacting Dell online 56 customer service 51 D DellConnect 51 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 26 Dell Diagnostics 38 Dell Factory Image Restore 47 66 Diagnostic Checklist 55 drivers and downloads 59 E eject button 18, 19 e-mail addresses for technical support 52 F front-view connectors 18 FTP login, anonymous 52 H hard drive type 60 hard-drive activity light 19