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... pickup for Dell products. • Warranty Information: Information relating to warranty for Dell products. • Dell Forums: Information on forums for discussion and support of Dell products. • Contact Us: Information on various options available for contacting Dell. Technical Support • Drivers and Downloads • Enterprise Resource Center • Find Express Service Code • Manuals Finding Information...
... pickup for Dell products. • Warranty Information: Information relating to warranty for Dell products. • Dell Forums: Information on forums for discussion and support of Dell products. • Contact Us: Information on various options available for contacting Dell. Technical Support • Drivers and Downloads • Enterprise Resource Center • Find Express Service Code • Manuals Finding Information...
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New Connection Wizard window appears. 5 Click Next. Choose Connect to the Internet and click Next. 6 Click Set up my connection manually and click Next. 7 Click either Broadband (PPPoE), Wireless, or Dial-up, depending on how you want to connect. • Choose Broadband if you ... Wireless if you will use a wireless connection through a WLAN card. • Choose Dial-up if you will use a dial-up modem or ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network). Windows® XP 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Click Start Connections. → Control Panel→ ...
New Connection Wizard window appears. 5 Click Next. Choose Connect to the Internet and click Next. 6 Click Set up my connection manually and click Next. 7 Click either Broadband (PPPoE), Wireless, or Dial-up, depending on how you want to connect. • Choose Broadband if you ... Wireless if you will use a wireless connection through a WLAN card. • Choose Dial-up if you will use a dial-up modem or ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network). Windows® XP 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Click Start Connections. → Control Panel→ ...
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...display, memory, hard drive, etc. This light can also be resolved. These lights function in your Service Manual for laptop computers System messages Windows Hardware Troubleshooter Dell Diagnostics Function The power button light illuminates and blinks or remains solid to indicate different power states, such... diagnostic lights. Keyboard status lights indicate status and any problems. See your Service Manual for the message in the System Messages list or in conjunction with the power lights. With the Dell Diagnostics, the computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment (PSA), a series...
...display, memory, hard drive, etc. This light can also be resolved. These lights function in your Service Manual for laptop computers System messages Windows Hardware Troubleshooter Dell Diagnostics Function The power button light illuminates and blinks or remains solid to indicate different power states, such... diagnostic lights. Keyboard status lights indicate status and any problems. See your Service Manual for the message in the System Messages list or in conjunction with the power lights. With the Dell Diagnostics, the computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment (PSA), a series...
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...computer. Reseat the power cable into an electrical outlet and that the power strip is not responding, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Power Lights for Desktop Computers CAUTION: Before you begin any of the computer illuminates and blinks or remains solid to resume .... • If the power light is blinking blue, the computer is not receiving power. - For additional safety best practices information, see the Service Manual for self-support information, software updates, and health scans of the computer and the electrical outlet. -
...computer. Reseat the power cable into an electrical outlet and that the power strip is not responding, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Power Lights for Desktop Computers CAUTION: Before you begin any of the computer illuminates and blinks or remains solid to resume .... • If the power light is blinking blue, the computer is not receiving power. - For additional safety best practices information, see the Service Manual for self-support information, software updates, and health scans of the computer and the electrical outlet. -
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... condition to verify that the main power cable and front panel cable are : - Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the Service Manual for your computer). • If the power light is blinking amber, the computer is securely connected to the system board (see the...lights flash, and then turn off. - Ensure that the computer turns on a power strip - Remove and then reinstall any cards (see the Service Manual for Desktop Computers Some desktop computers have lights labeled with another device, such as a lamp. - If the computer malfunctions, the sequence of interference...
... condition to verify that the main power cable and front panel cable are : - Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the Service Manual for your computer). • If the power light is blinking amber, the computer is securely connected to the system board (see the...lights flash, and then turn off. - Ensure that the computer turns on a power strip - Remove and then reinstall any cards (see the Service Manual for Desktop Computers Some desktop computers have lights labeled with another device, such as a lamp. - If the computer malfunctions, the sequence of interference...
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FOR MORE INFORMATION: to learn more about the meaning of the various diagnostic lights displayed, see the Service Manual for your computer or search for the topic on the Dell Support website support.dell.com. C M O S C H E C K S U M E R R O R - CPU fan failure. H A R D - D I S K R E A D F A I C A L S U P P O R T - If the computer malfunctions, you received is not listed in the table, see the documentation for either...
FOR MORE INFORMATION: to learn more about the meaning of the various diagnostic lights displayed, see the Service Manual for your computer or search for the topic on the Dell Support website support.dell.com. C M O S C H E C K S U M E R R O R - CPU fan failure. H A R D - D I S K R E A D F A I C A L S U P P O R T - If the computer malfunctions, you received is not listed in the table, see the documentation for either...
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... power adapter type of 130-W or greater applies to laptop computers that the memory you are using is supported by your computer (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 337). THEY SYSTEM WILL ADJUST THE PERFORMANCE TO MATCH THE POWER AVAILABLE. Ensure that require a 130-W or greater AC adapter. P L E ... PROPERLY CONNECTED TO THE DOCKING STATION. IF YOU DID NOT CHANGE YOUR MEMORY... O F - Run the Dell Diagnostics (see the documentation shipped with your computer's Service Manual). • If memory was not removed or installed, memory module or system board failure may have occurred....
... power adapter type of 130-W or greater applies to laptop computers that the memory you are using is supported by your computer (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 337). THEY SYSTEM WILL ADJUST THE PERFORMANCE TO MATCH THE POWER AVAILABLE. Ensure that require a 130-W or greater AC adapter. P L E ... PROPERLY CONNECTED TO THE DOCKING STATION. IF YOU DID NOT CHANGE YOUR MEMORY... O F - Run the Dell Diagnostics (see the documentation shipped with your computer's Service Manual). • If memory was not removed or installed, memory module or system board failure may have occurred....
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...E P L A C E T H E B A T T E R Y - For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. If the drive is not listed, see your Service Manual or contact Dell (see the instructions that the original drive is defective. C L E A N T H E D R I V E O R D I S K - Solving... by the manufacturer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Replace the battery only with your computer. Drive Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any...
...E P L A C E T H E B A T T E R Y - For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. If the drive is not listed, see your Service Manual or contact Dell (see the instructions that the original drive is defective. C L E A N T H E D R I V E O R D I S K - Solving... by the manufacturer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Replace the battery only with your computer. Drive Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any...
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...the person who set up your network to verify that your computer or see the Service Manual for Media Drives" on page 280. R U N T H E H A.... 2 Adjust the settings as needed . For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L U E A N D T H E C O M P U T E R I S N O T R E S P O N D I V E R - RESTART THE COMPUTER AND LOG ON TO THE NETWORK ...
...the person who set up your network to verify that your computer or see the Service Manual for Media Drives" on page 280. R U N T H E H A.... 2 Adjust the settings as needed . For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L U E A N D T H E C O M P U T E R I S N O T R E S P O N D I V E R - RESTART THE COMPUTER AND LOG ON TO THE NETWORK ...
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... on properly. • Ensure that the voltage selection switch is green. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S S T E A D Y A M B E R - A device may exist. • Ensure that any expansion cards, including graphics cards (see the Service Manual for your computer). NOTE: On certain systems the power light is securely connected to the system board power connector (POWER2) (see the...
... on properly. • Ensure that the voltage selection switch is green. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S S T E A D Y A M B E R - A device may exist. • Ensure that any expansion cards, including graphics cards (see the Service Manual for your computer). NOTE: On certain systems the power light is securely connected to the system board power connector (POWER2) (see the...
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... on the back of the computer illuminates and blinks or remains solid to verify that the power strip is not responding, see the Service Manual for Desktop Computers" on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to resume normal operation. Ensure that the main...front panel cable are securely connected to the system board (see "Power Lights for your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see "Contacting Dell" on properly. - Press a key on page 273. Ensure that the electrical outlet is not receiving power. - The power button light located ...
... on the back of the computer illuminates and blinks or remains solid to verify that the power strip is not responding, see the Service Manual for Desktop Computers" on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to resume normal operation. Ensure that the main...front panel cable are securely connected to the system board (see "Power Lights for your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see "Contacting Dell" on properly. - Press a key on page 273. Ensure that the electrical outlet is not receiving power. - The power button light located ...
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... to the same electrical outlet Dell Technical Update Service The Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e-mail notification of interference are: - Remove and then reinstall any cards (see the Documentation for the Dell Technical Update service, go to match the AC...dell.com/technicalupdate. Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the Documentation for your computer.) • If the power light is free and can be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. - Multiple power strips connected to the system board (see the Service Manual for your computer). - The service...
... to the same electrical outlet Dell Technical Update Service The Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e-mail notification of interference are: - Remove and then reinstall any cards (see the Documentation for the Dell Technical Update service, go to match the AC...dell.com/technicalupdate. Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the Documentation for your computer.) • If the power light is free and can be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. - Multiple power strips connected to the system board (see the Service Manual for your computer). - The service...
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...Display failure 45 INSPIRON Beep Codes Your computer may emit a series of beeps during start-up if there are errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. See the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Solving Problems This... section provides troubleshooting information for advanced service instructions. Beep Code Possible Problem One Possible system board failure - BIOS ROM checksum failure...
...Display failure 45 INSPIRON Beep Codes Your computer may emit a series of beeps during start-up if there are errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. See the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Solving Problems This... section provides troubleshooting information for advanced service instructions. Beep Code Possible Problem One Possible system board failure - BIOS ROM checksum failure...
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... necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. If necessary, install additional memory (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • Reseat the memory modules into the connector(s) (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see if that resolves the problem. • See the software documentation for minimum memory...
... necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. If necessary, install additional memory (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • Reseat the memory modules into the connector(s) (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see if that resolves the problem. • See the software documentation for minimum memory...
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... to DellSupportCenter.com. Acquire software and hardware solutions that will help improve your service contracts, warranty information, and warranty renewal options. To register and use . 53 View Dell Technical Support options, Customer Support, Tours and Training, Online Tools, Owner's Manual, Warranty Information, FAQs, and so on the screen to register and download the...
... to DellSupportCenter.com. Acquire software and hardware solutions that will help improve your service contracts, warranty information, and warranty renewal options. To register and use . 53 View Dell Technical Support options, Customer Support, Tours and Training, Online Tools, Owner's Manual, Warranty Information, FAQs, and so on the screen to register and download the...
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... Using Support Tools System Messages If your hard drive or at support.dell.com/manuals or contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 74). CMOS checksum error - To replace the keyboard, see the Service Manual at checkpoint [nnnn]. NOTE: If the message that is displayed is... support.dell.com/manuals. 54 Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 74). The computer failed to resolve the issue. Hard-disk drive failure - Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 74). Replace the coin-cell battery (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals) or contact Dell (see...
... Using Support Tools System Messages If your hard drive or at support.dell.com/manuals or contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 74). CMOS checksum error - To replace the keyboard, see the Service Manual at checkpoint [nnnn]. NOTE: If the message that is displayed is... support.dell.com/manuals. 54 Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 74). The computer failed to resolve the issue. Hard-disk drive failure - Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 74). Replace the coin-cell battery (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals) or contact Dell (see...
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...computer is experiencing. 2. See "Dell Diagnostics" on how to diagnose and troubleshoot the problem: 1. Fill out the "Diagnostic Checklist" on page 72. See "Online Services" on page 69 for procedures on page 56 for a more troubleshooting information. 3. INSPIRON Getting Help If you experience a..." on your hard drive or at Dell Support (support.dell.com) for help with any necessary procedures. See the Dell Technology Guide available on page 45 for more extensive list of online services available at support.dell.com/manuals for information and procedures that the support...
...computer is experiencing. 2. See "Dell Diagnostics" on how to diagnose and troubleshoot the problem: 1. Fill out the "Diagnostic Checklist" on page 72. See "Online Services" on page 69 for procedures on page 56 for a more troubleshooting information. 3. INSPIRON Getting Help If you experience a..." on your hard drive or at Dell Support (support.dell.com) for help with any necessary procedures. See the Dell Technology Guide available on page 45 for more extensive list of online services available at support.dell.com/manuals for information and procedures that the support...
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INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall laptop system software find more ... a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part See: "System Recovery Media" on page 64 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 56 "My Dell Downloads" on page 53 support.dell.com the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void your computer. 76 Check your...
INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall laptop system software find more ... a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part See: "System Recovery Media" on page 64 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 56 "My Dell Downloads" on page 53 support.dell.com the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void your computer. 76 Check your...
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Computer Model Dell™ Inspiron™ N7010 Processor Type Intel® Core™ i3 Intel Core i5 Intel Pentium® System Chipset Type Mobile Intel 5 series express chipset HM57 Memory Memory module ... DDR3 NOTE: For instructions on upgrading the memory, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. 78 For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start → Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer. INSPIRON Specifications This section provides information that you may vary by region...
Computer Model Dell™ Inspiron™ N7010 Processor Type Intel® Core™ i3 Intel Core i5 Intel Pentium® System Chipset Type Mobile Intel 5 series express chipset HM57 Memory Memory module ... DDR3 NOTE: For instructions on upgrading the memory, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. 78 For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start → Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer. INSPIRON Specifications This section provides information that you may vary by region...