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The booklet is shipped in step 9 and click OK. 2-4 Dell Inspiron Systems Setup Guide When prompted, type the computer name and click Next>. NOTE: The default is selected automatically after 30 seconds if no selection is ... can be up to 15 characters long. NOTE: The Certificate of the Microsoft Windows NT Workstation-Start Here booklet. At the Begin Logon window, press . 13. When the Windows NT Setup window appears, click Finish> to select the default operating system.
The booklet is shipped in step 9 and click OK. 2-4 Dell Inspiron Systems Setup Guide When prompted, type the computer name and click Next>. NOTE: The default is selected automatically after 30 seconds if no selection is ... can be up to 15 characters long. NOTE: The Certificate of the Microsoft Windows NT Workstation-Start Here booklet. At the Begin Logon window, press . 13. When the Windows NT Setup window appears, click Finish> to select the default operating system.
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... you chose is not automatically detected during operating system start-up to 31 characters) and click Next>. 11. Verify that appear on the screen. 13. Click Finish. 3-2 Dell Inspiron Systems Setup Guide If the printer is not listed and the printer drivers are connecting to use. In the Printer Wizard dialog box, click...
... you chose is not automatically detected during operating system start-up to 31 characters) and click Next>. 11. Verify that appear on the screen. 13. Click Finish. 3-2 Dell Inspiron Systems Setup Guide If the printer is not listed and the printer drivers are connecting to use. In the Printer Wizard dialog box, click...
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... on Time of Day 2-11 Resume Time 2-11 Boot Menu Options 2-11 Exit Menu Options 2-12 Save Changes and Exit 2-13 Discard Changes and Exit 2-13 Get Default Values 2-13 Load Previous Values 2-13 Save Changes 2-14 Reinstalling Utilities and Drivers 2-14 Reinstalling Video Drivers 2-14 Reinstalling Touch Pad Drivers 2-15 Reinstalling Audio Drivers...
... on Time of Day 2-11 Resume Time 2-11 Boot Menu Options 2-11 Exit Menu Options 2-12 Save Changes and Exit 2-13 Discard Changes and Exit 2-13 Get Default Values 2-13 Load Previous Values 2-13 Save Changes 2-14 Reinstalling Utilities and Drivers 2-14 Reinstalling Video Drivers 2-14 Reinstalling Touch Pad Drivers 2-15 Reinstalling Audio Drivers...
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... Memory-Resident Programs 3-11 Program Conflicts 3-12 Avoiding Interrupt Assignment Conflicts 3-12 Troubleshooting Procedures 3-13 Troubleshooting a Wet Computer 3-13 Troubleshooting a Damaged Computer 3-15 Troubleshooting a Power Failure 3-16 Total Power Failure When Using ... 3-33 Troubleshooting Audio Functions 3-34 Features of the Dell Diagnostics 4-1 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 4-2 Before You Start Testing 4-2 Starting the Dell Diagnostics 4-3 Completing the Dell Diagnostics 4-4 How to Use the Dell Diagnostics 4-4 Confirming the System Configuration Information 4-5 How ...
... Memory-Resident Programs 3-11 Program Conflicts 3-12 Avoiding Interrupt Assignment Conflicts 3-12 Troubleshooting Procedures 3-13 Troubleshooting a Wet Computer 3-13 Troubleshooting a Damaged Computer 3-15 Troubleshooting a Power Failure 3-16 Total Power Failure When Using ... 3-33 Troubleshooting Audio Functions 3-34 Features of the Dell Diagnostics 4-1 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 4-2 Before You Start Testing 4-2 Starting the Dell Diagnostics 4-3 Completing the Dell Diagnostics 4-4 How to Use the Dell Diagnostics 4-4 Confirming the System Configuration Information 4-5 How ...
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... of Setup Program 2-7 Power Menu of Setup Program 2-8 Boot Menu of Setup Program 2-12 Exit Menu of Setup Program 2-13 AC Adapter and Power Cable 3-3 Checking the Battery 3-3 Checking an Optional Device 3-4 I/O Panel Connectors for External Devices 3-4 ... 3-26 Installing a Memory Module 3-26 Diagnostics Menu 4-3 Main Screen of Compliance for Dell-Branded Hardware Products D-4 Previous Products D-4 Software D-5 Additional Information D-5 Figure 1-1. Year 2000 Statement of the Dell Diagnostics 4-5 Diagnostics Checklist 5-6 80-Column x 25-Line Character Set Subtest Screen B-3 ...
... of Setup Program 2-7 Power Menu of Setup Program 2-8 Boot Menu of Setup Program 2-12 Exit Menu of Setup Program 2-13 AC Adapter and Power Cable 3-3 Checking the Battery 3-3 Checking an Optional Device 3-4 I/O Panel Connectors for External Devices 3-4 ... 3-26 Installing a Memory Module 3-26 Diagnostics Menu 4-3 Main Screen of Compliance for Dell-Branded Hardware Products D-4 Previous Products D-4 Software D-5 Additional Information D-5 Figure 1-1. Year 2000 Statement of the Dell Diagnostics 4-5 Diagnostics Checklist 5-6 80-Column x 25-Line Character Set Subtest Screen B-3 ...
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Table 4-1. Table A-1. Boot Routine Indications 3-5 System Error Messages 3-6 Beep Codes 3-9 IRQ Line Assignments 3-12 Option Parameters 4-9 Dell Diagnostics Tests 4-13 International Dialing Codes 5-8 Dell Contact Numbers 5-9 Technical Specifications A-1 Color Attributes B-4 xxii Table 3-3. Table 4-2. Table B-1. Table 3-4. Table 5-1. Table 5-2. Table 3-1. Table 3-2.
Table 4-1. Table A-1. Boot Routine Indications 3-5 System Error Messages 3-6 Beep Codes 3-9 IRQ Line Assignments 3-12 Option Parameters 4-9 Dell Diagnostics Tests 4-13 International Dialing Codes 5-8 Dell Contact Numbers 5-9 Technical Specifications A-1 Color Attributes B-4 xxii Table 3-3. Table 4-2. Table B-1. Table 3-4. Table 5-1. Table 5-2. Table 3-1. Table 3-2.
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A 13.3- Introduction 1-3 An ATI video controller with the computer. - A combination module that includes a CD-ROM or digital versatile disc (DVD)-ROM drive and a diskette drive that ... monitor connector docking connector USB connector PS/2 connector TV-out S-video connector infrared port PC Card slots volume control audio jacks (3) AC adapter connector Your Dell computer has the following standard features: - Built-in the options bay. - Composite TV-out adaptor cable that you to your computer. - or 14.1-inch active...
A 13.3- Introduction 1-3 An ATI video controller with the computer. - A combination module that includes a CD-ROM or digital versatile disc (DVD)-ROM drive and a diskette drive that ... monitor connector docking connector USB connector PS/2 connector TV-out S-video connector infrared port PC Card slots volume control audio jacks (3) AC adapter connector Your Dell computer has the following standard features: - Built-in the options bay. - Composite TV-out adaptor cable that you to your computer. - or 14.1-inch active...
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...; Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit After you can make more changes in the Setup program or select Save Changes and Exit. Customizing System Features 2-13 Then you have made in the Setup program.
...; Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit After you can make more changes in the Setup program or select Save Changes and Exit. Customizing System Features 2-13 Then you have made in the Setup program.
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... (such as the display) and for the component or equipment that caused the problem to see the question "Is the problem resolved?" Troubleshooting Your Computer 3-13 This section provides troubleshooting procedures for built-in the Main menu of the Setup program. NOTES: When you begin any installed batteries. Liquids, spills and...
... (such as the display) and for the component or equipment that caused the problem to see the question "Is the problem resolved?" Troubleshooting Your Computer 3-13 This section provides troubleshooting procedures for built-in the Main menu of the Setup program. NOTES: When you begin any installed batteries. Liquids, spills and...
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If the computer is able to boot, run the Dell Diagnostics to boot, see "Troubleshooting a Power Failure" found later in step 3. 13. If the computer is not in step 2. 14. Save all your work properly? Then disconnect the AC adapter from the computer. Ground yourself by touching .... Troubleshooting Your Computer 3-15 Does the computer work , exit any open application programs, and remove any batteries that you cannot identify the damaged component(s), call Dell for technical assistance. (See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for instructions.) If the computer is resolved.
If the computer is able to boot, run the Dell Diagnostics to boot, see "Troubleshooting a Power Failure" found later in step 3. 13. If the computer is not in step 2. 14. Save all your work properly? Then disconnect the AC adapter from the computer. Ground yourself by touching .... Troubleshooting Your Computer 3-15 Does the computer work , exit any open application programs, and remove any batteries that you cannot identify the damaged component(s), call Dell for technical assistance. (See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for instructions.) If the computer is resolved.
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...Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide If the computer does not operate properly, make a copy of computer memory module cover 7. A total power failure is indicated by the absence of the computer. Run the Dell...connectors. 11. Verify that there is operating properly. (See Chapter 4, "Running the Dell Diagnostics," for instructions.) Occasionally, you complete the following procedure: 1. bottom of the ... out. Replace the memory module cover. 8. Then call Dell for technical assistance. (See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for instructions.) 14. ule, hard-...
...Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide If the computer does not operate properly, make a copy of computer memory module cover 7. A total power failure is indicated by the absence of the computer. Run the Dell...connectors. 11. Verify that there is operating properly. (See Chapter 4, "Running the Dell Diagnostics," for instructions.) Occasionally, you complete the following procedure: 1. bottom of the ... out. Replace the memory module cover. 8. Then call Dell for technical assistance. (See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for instructions.) 14. ule, hard-...
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...If the computer is complete. Is an external monitor connected to step 4. 3. Go to the computer? Go to step 3. 8. No. Call Dell for instructions. Go to step 4. 4. No. Make sure the AC adapter is firmly connected to the computer and to CRT Mode. Yes. No... keyboard. See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for technical assistance. Go to step 11. 11. Disconnect all peripherals from the computer. 5. NOTE: A 13.3-inch and a 14.1-inch extended graphics array (XGA) display supports 1024 x 768 pixels. Turn off the computer and any key on your computer....
...If the computer is complete. Is an external monitor connected to step 4. 3. Go to the computer? Go to step 3. 8. No. Call Dell for instructions. Go to step 4. 4. No. Make sure the AC adapter is firmly connected to the computer and to CRT Mode. Yes. No... keyboard. See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for technical assistance. Go to step 11. 11. Disconnect all peripherals from the computer. 5. NOTE: A 13.3-inch and a 14.1-inch extended graphics array (XGA) display supports 1024 x 768 pixels. Turn off the computer and any key on your computer....
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... Keyboard Interactive Test Stuck Key Test Tests the keyboard by checking the keyboard controller and by checking various aspects of video output. Running the Dell Diagnostics 4-13 RAM System Set Quick Test Comprehensive Test Cache RAM Test CMOS Confidence Test DMA Controller Test Real-Time Clock Test Timers Test System Speaker Test...
... Keyboard Interactive Test Stuck Key Test Tests the keyboard by checking the keyboard controller and by checking various aspects of video output. Running the Dell Diagnostics 4-13 RAM System Set Quick Test Comprehensive Test Cache RAM Test CMOS Confidence Test DMA Controller Test Real-Time Clock Test Timers Test System Speaker Test...
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Macau NOTE: Customers in Macau call is rerouted to the Automated Order-Status System and AutoTech. Getting Help 5-13 Automated Order-Status System (Austin, Texas, U.S.A 512 728-0685 AutoTech (Automated technical support) (Austin, Texas, U.S.A 512 728-0686 Customer Technical Support ... Direct SalesFax 020 682 7171 Corporate Sales 020 581 8818 Corporate SalesFax 020 686 8003 TechConnect BBS 020 686 6504 New Zealand Technical Support (Dell Dimension systems only) ($2.50 + GST per call 0900 51010 Technical Support (Other systems 0800 446 255 Customer Service 0800 444 617 Sales...
Macau NOTE: Customers in Macau call is rerouted to the Automated Order-Status System and AutoTech. Getting Help 5-13 Automated Order-Status System (Austin, Texas, U.S.A 512 728-0685 AutoTech (Automated technical support) (Austin, Texas, U.S.A 512 728-0686 Customer Technical Support ... Direct SalesFax 020 682 7171 Corporate Sales 020 581 8818 Corporate SalesFax 020 686 8003 TechConnect BBS 020 686 6504 New Zealand Technical Support (Dell Dimension systems only) ($2.50 + GST per call 0900 51010 Technical Support (Other systems 0800 446 255 Customer Service 0800 444 617 Sales...
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... peak Controls volume can be controlled through key combinations Type TFT XGA Dimensions: Height 214 mm (8.4 inches) Width 296.5 mm (11.7 inches) Diagonal 337.8 mm (13.3 inches) NOTE: For the full name of an abbreviation or acronym used in this table, see the Glossary in the System User's Guide. Technical Specifications A-3
... peak Controls volume can be controlled through key combinations Type TFT XGA Dimensions: Height 214 mm (8.4 inches) Width 296.5 mm (11.7 inches) Diagonal 337.8 mm (13.3 inches) NOTE: For the full name of an abbreviation or acronym used in this table, see the Glossary in the System User's Guide. Technical Specifications A-3
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... Hz Output current 2.4 A (continuous) Output power 70 W Rated output voltage 20 VDC Height 29.6 mm (1.17 inches) Width 60.0 mm (2.36 inches) Depth 105 mm (4.13 inches) 1 Battery performance features such as charge time, operating time, and life span can vary according to the conditions under which the computer and battery...
... Hz Output current 2.4 A (continuous) Output power 70 W Rated output voltage 20 VDC Height 29.6 mm (1.17 inches) Width 60.0 mm (2.36 inches) Depth 105 mm (4.13 inches) 1 Battery performance features such as charge time, operating time, and life span can vary according to the conditions under which the computer and battery...
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... mm (12.52 inches) Depth 254 mm (10 inches) Weight (with hard-disk drive, diskette drive, and CD-ROM drive 3.74 kg (8.25 lb) with 13.3-inch display 3.8 kg (8.37 lb) with 14.1-inch display Temperature: Operating 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) Storage 20°C to 50...) Storage 2.03 m/sec (6.66 feet/sec) (less than or equal to 40,000 ft) 2 Measured with the hard-disk drive in the System User's Guide. A-6 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide
... mm (12.52 inches) Depth 254 mm (10 inches) Weight (with hard-disk drive, diskette drive, and CD-ROM drive 3.74 kg (8.25 lb) with 13.3-inch display 3.8 kg (8.37 lb) with 14.1-inch display Temperature: Operating 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) Storage 20°C to 50...) Storage 2.03 m/sec (6.66 feet/sec) (less than or equal to 40,000 ft) 2 Measured with the hard-disk drive in the System User's Guide. A-6 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide
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... See USB upgrade options, 1-6 USB, 1-5 user's documentation, xii, 5-2 utilities reinstalling, 2-14 6 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide See TSR Test Limits option in Dell Diagnostics, 4-11 touch pad about, 1-5 location, 1-2 testing, 4-20 troubleshooting, 3-33 troubleshooting about, 3-1... 3-29 software errors, 3-10 starting, 3-2 touch pad, 3-33 water damage, 3-13 TSR programs about , 3-6 system memory, 1-4 system password assigning or changing, 2-7 System Set test group Dell Diagnostics, 4-15 system software reinstalling, 2-14 system utilities, 2-1 TechConnect BBS, 5-4 ...
... See USB upgrade options, 1-6 USB, 1-5 user's documentation, xii, 5-2 utilities reinstalling, 2-14 6 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide See TSR Test Limits option in Dell Diagnostics, 4-11 touch pad about, 1-5 location, 1-2 testing, 4-20 troubleshooting, 3-33 troubleshooting about, 3-1... 3-29 software errors, 3-10 starting, 3-2 touch pad, 3-33 water damage, 3-13 TSR programs about , 3-6 system memory, 1-4 system password assigning or changing, 2-7 System Set test group Dell Diagnostics, 4-15 system software reinstalling, 2-14 system utilities, 2-1 TechConnect BBS, 5-4 ...
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See Video test group Video test group Dell Diagnostics, 4-17 video tests Color Palettes Test, B-7 Graphics Mode Test, B-5 Solid Colors Test, B-8 Text Mode Character Test, B-2 Text Mode Color Test, B-4 Text Mode Pages Test, B-5 Video Hardware Test, B-2 Video Memory Test, B-2 warnings, xiii warranty information, xii, D-1 warranty repair or credit, 5-5 water damage, 3-13 World Wide Web help tools, 5-2 XGA display, 1-3 Index 7 video control circuitry, 4-17 video controller, 4-17 video display, 1-3 video functions about, B-1 testing, 4-17 video memory, A-3 video subsystem.
See Video test group Video test group Dell Diagnostics, 4-17 video tests Color Palettes Test, B-7 Graphics Mode Test, B-5 Solid Colors Test, B-8 Text Mode Character Test, B-2 Text Mode Color Test, B-4 Text Mode Pages Test, B-5 Video Hardware Test, B-2 Video Memory Test, B-2 warnings, xiii warranty information, xii, D-1 warranty repair or credit, 5-5 water damage, 3-13 World Wide Web help tools, 5-2 XGA display, 1-3 Index 7 video control circuitry, 4-17 video controller, 4-17 video display, 1-3 video functions about, B-1 testing, 4-17 video memory, A-3 video subsystem.
Dell Inspiron 7000 Series Installing Drivers and Utilities (Windows 98)
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... the Audio folder. 5. When the drivers have been detected, click Next>. Follow the prompts on your screen. 1-2 Dell Inspiron 7000 - Installing System Software When prompted to restart my computer now, and then click Finish. Insert the Dell Inspiron 7000 System Software CD into the diskette drive, and click OK. 9. The audio files are being copied and..., because you to your device, and then click Next>. 11. Messages indicating files are copied to customize the sound features of Windows 98. 7. Click Next>. 13.
... the Audio folder. 5. When the drivers have been detected, click Next>. Follow the prompts on your screen. 1-2 Dell Inspiron 7000 - Installing System Software When prompted to restart my computer now, and then click Finish. Insert the Dell Inspiron 7000 System Software CD into the diskette drive, and click OK. 9. The audio files are being copied and..., because you to your device, and then click Next>. 11. Messages indicating files are copied to customize the sound features of Windows 98. 7. Click Next>. 13.