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... of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. Blu-ray Disc is a trademark of Intel Corporation in the U.S. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, YOURS IS HERE, Inspiron, Solution Station, and DellConnect are trademarks of Dell Inc.; disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and...
... of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. Blu-ray Disc is a trademark of Intel Corporation in the U.S. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, YOURS IS HERE, Inspiron, Solution Station, and DellConnect are trademarks of Dell Inc.; disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and...
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Contents Setting Up Your Inspiron One 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the Keyboard and Mouse 6 Connect the AC Adapter 7 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 8 Adjust the Computer Stand 10 Set ... Your Inspiron One 24 Right View Features 24 Left View Features 26 Using the Optical Drive 28 Back View Features 30 Display Features 34 Using the Touch Screen (Optional 36 Software Features 40 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 41 Dell Dock 42 Solving Problems 43 Touch Screen Problems 43 Beep Codes 45 Network Problems 46 Power Problems 47 Memory Problems...
Contents Setting Up Your Inspiron One 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the Keyboard and Mouse 6 Connect the AC Adapter 7 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 8 Adjust the Computer Stand 10 Set ... Your Inspiron One 24 Right View Features 24 Left View Features 26 Using the Optical Drive 28 Back View Features 30 Display Features 34 Using the Touch Screen (Optional 36 Software Features 40 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 41 Dell Dock 42 Solving Problems 43 Touch Screen Problems 43 Beep Codes 45 Network Problems 46 Power Problems 47 Memory Problems...
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...and multi-touch features may be supported by the application. • The touch screen is calibrated at support.dell.com/manuals for your desktop. Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for advanced service instructions. WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer ...page 52 or "Contacting Dell" on page 44. To enable them, double-click the Flicks icon in the notification area of your computer. NOTE: Improper calibration may not be disabled. If you choose to inaccurate touch sensitivity. 43 INSPIRON See the Service Manual ...
...and multi-touch features may be supported by the application. • The touch screen is calibrated at support.dell.com/manuals for your desktop. Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for advanced service instructions. WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer ...page 52 or "Contacting Dell" on page 44. To enable them, double-click the Flicks icon in the notification area of your computer. NOTE: Improper calibration may not be disabled. If you choose to inaccurate touch sensitivity. 43 INSPIRON See the Service Manual ...
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...; The touch screen may have foreign particles (such as sticky notes) that you calibrate the touch screen if you have touch screen problems or if you change the screen resolution. c. Touch Screen Calibration NOTE: It is recommended that are blocking the touch sensors. Disconnect ...the power cable from the wall outlet. Solving Problems If the touch screen starts losing its sensitivity - • Calibrate the touch screen (see "Touch Screen Calibration" on the screen) and...
...; The touch screen may have foreign particles (such as sticky notes) that you calibrate the touch screen if you have touch screen problems or if you change the screen resolution. c. Touch Screen Calibration NOTE: It is recommended that are blocking the touch sensors. Disconnect ...the power cable from the wall outlet. Solving Problems If the touch screen starts losing its sensitivity - • Calibrate the touch screen (see "Touch Screen Calibration" on the screen) and...
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If this occurs, write down the beep code and contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Three Possible system board failure - BIOS ROM checksum failure Two No RAM detected NOTE: If you installed or replaced the memory ...read/write failure Five Real Time Clock failure Six Video card or chip failure Seven Processor failure 45 Solving Problems Beep Code Possible Problem One Possible system board failure - NOTE: To replace parts, see "Contacting Dell" on page 75) for assistance. Beep Codes Your computer might emit a series of beeps during start-...
If this occurs, write down the beep code and contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Three Possible system board failure - BIOS ROM checksum failure Two No RAM detected NOTE: If you installed or replaced the memory ...read/write failure Five Real Time Clock failure Six Video card or chip failure Seven Processor failure 45 Solving Problems Beep Code Possible Problem One Possible system board failure - NOTE: To replace parts, see "Contacting Dell" on page 75) for assistance. Beep Codes Your computer might emit a series of beeps during start-...
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...; Ensure that your wireless router. 46 Wired Connections If the wired network connection is lost - NOTE: The link integrity light on the status: --Green - Solving Problems Network Problems Wireless Connections If the wireless network connection is lost - A good connection exists between a 10/100-Mbps network and the computer. --Amber - Try moving the...
...; Ensure that your wireless router. 46 Wired Connections If the wired network connection is lost - NOTE: The link integrity light on the status: --Green - Solving Problems Network Problems Wireless Connections If the wireless network connection is lost - A good connection exists between a 10/100-Mbps network and the computer. --Amber - Try moving the...
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... if it is off or is not receiving power. • Press the power button. Solving Problems Power Problems If the power light is off and then turn it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 75). The computer is either turned off or in hibernate mode. • Reseat... properly. • Ensure that the light on page 75). 47 If the power light is solid white and the computer is on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the AC adapter is not responding -
... if it is off or is not receiving power. • Press the power button. Solving Problems Power Problems If the power light is off and then turn it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 75). The computer is either turned off or in hibernate mode. • Reseat... properly. • Ensure that the light on page 75). 47 If the power light is solid white and the computer is on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the AC adapter is not responding -
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...responding, press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your computer - An unwanted signal is breathing amber - The computer has detected an error during POST. For ...assistance, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 75). Solving Problems If the power light is creating interference by interrupting or blocking other signals. If you encounter interference that ...
...responding, press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your computer - An unwanted signal is breathing amber - The computer has detected an error during POST. For ...assistance, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 75). Solving Problems If the power light is creating interference by interrupting or blocking other signals. If you encounter interference that ...
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... Applications. 3. Click End Task. 49 Ensure that resolves the problem. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 75). End the program: 1. If a program stops responding - Solving Problems Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message - • Save ...and exit any open programs you experience other memory problems - • Run Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 56). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 75). Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up - If...
... Applications. 3. Click End Task. 49 Ensure that resolves the problem. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 75). End the program: 1. If a program stops responding - Solving Problems Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message - • Save ...and exit any open programs you experience other memory problems - • Run Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 56). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 75). Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up - If...
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... operating system shutdown. CAUTION: You might lose data if you are unable to an earlier version of Windows. 2. In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. Solving Problems If a program crashes repeatedly - Check the software documentation. Run the Program Compatibility Wizard.
... operating system shutdown. CAUTION: You might lose data if you are unable to an earlier version of Windows. 2. In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. Solving Problems If a program crashes repeatedly - Check the software documentation. Run the Program Compatibility Wizard.
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... down your computer through the Start menu. • Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for information. Solving Problems --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 your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to help in troubleshooting when contacting Dell. 51 If you have other software problems - • Back up your files immediately. • Use a virus-scanning program to check the hard drive or...
... down your computer through the Start menu. • Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for information. Solving Problems --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 your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to help in troubleshooting when contacting Dell. 51 If you have other software problems - • Back up your files immediately. • Use a virus-scanning program to check the hard drive or...
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...the software or create a backup media for either the operating system or the program that will help in resolving this problem, please note this checkpoint and contact Dell Technical Support - System Messages If your computer has an issue or error, it may not be available in the ...same error. Follow the instructions on your own backup media. Previous attempts at booting this website you could contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the My Dell Downloads website. For help you identify the cause and action needed to complete the boot routine three consecutive times for...
...the software or create a backup media for either the operating system or the program that will help in resolving this problem, please note this checkpoint and contact Dell Technical Support - System Messages If your computer has an issue or error, it may not be available in the ...same error. Follow the instructions on your own backup media. Previous attempts at booting this website you could contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the My Dell Downloads website. For help you identify the cause and action needed to complete the boot routine three consecutive times for...
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...cables, connect both of range may or may not indicate a potential hard drive problem - USB over current error - Disconnect the USB device. Your USB device needs more power for assistance. Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 75) for it to connect the USB device, or if ...your data regularly. Use an external power source to function properly. Hard Drive SELF MONITORING SYSTEM has reported that best describes the problem and follow the remaining ...
...cables, connect both of range may or may not indicate a potential hard drive problem - USB over current error - Disconnect the USB device. Your USB device needs more power for assistance. Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 75) for it to connect the USB device, or if ...your data regularly. Use an external power source to function properly. Hard Drive SELF MONITORING SYSTEM has reported that best describes the problem and follow the remaining ...
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... Specifications on page 78 to review your computer's configuration information, and ensure that the device that is known to test appears in "Lockups and Software Problems" on your computer. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Ensure that the computer is active. NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, contact...
... Specifications on page 78 to review your computer's configuration information, and ensure that the device that is known to test appears in "Lockups and Software Problems" on your computer. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Ensure that the computer is active. NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, contact...
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...." Write down your hard drive and to go to the Choose An Option window. then, shut down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see a message stating that no diagnostic utility partition has been found with an error code and a description of the... problem. If you want to run. 5. If the PSA completes successfully, the following message appears: "Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. Do you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; Select the test ...
...." Write down your hard drive and to go to the Choose An Option window. then, shut down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see a message stating that no diagnostic utility partition has been found with an error code and a description of the... problem. If you want to run. 5. If the PSA completes successfully, the following message appears: "Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. Do you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; Select the test ...
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... are listed, select the version appropriate for assistance. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, click Exit. 11. Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the menu that appears and press . 5. If a problem is displayed at the top of the problem. The Service Tag helps you want to proceed. 6. Select the...
... are listed, select the version appropriate for assistance. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, click Exit. 11. Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the menu that appears and press . 5. If a problem is displayed at the top of the problem. The Service Tag helps you want to proceed. 6. Select the...
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... Use System Restore as the first solution Dell DataSafe Local Backup when System Restore does not resolve your problem System recovery media when operating system failure prevents the use of the following options: CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore or the Operating System ...Dell Factory Image Restore to restore your computer to the operating state it was in when you received your computer Operating System disc to restore your operating system permanently deletes all data files on your computer NOTE: The Operating System disc may not ship with your computer. 60 INSPIRON...
... Use System Restore as the first solution Dell DataSafe Local Backup when System Restore does not resolve your problem System recovery media when operating system failure prevents the use of the following options: CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore or the Operating System ...Dell Factory Image Restore to restore your computer to the operating state it was in when you received your computer Operating System disc to restore your operating system permanently deletes all data files on your computer NOTE: The Operating System disc may not ship with your computer. 60 INSPIRON...
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... permanently removes any files or programs until the system restoration is designed to preserve the data files on the screen. NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup may not be available in all open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or...is recommended that you backup your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. CAUTION: Although Dell Datasafe Local Backup is complete. 1. Dell DataSafe Local Backup CAUTION: Using Dell DataSafe Local Backup to install on your data files before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Create backup media of applications...
... permanently removes any files or programs until the system restoration is designed to preserve the data files on the screen. NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup may not be available in all open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or...is recommended that you backup your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. CAUTION: Although Dell Datasafe Local Backup is complete. 1. Dell DataSafe Local Backup CAUTION: Using Dell DataSafe Local Backup to install on your data files before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Create backup media of applications...
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... to restore your operating system. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in when you purchased the computer. including data files-are permanently deleted from the hard drive. This option restores your operating system problem. If possible, back up the data ...before using this option. Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos, music files, and so on certain computers. If possible, back up all data before using Dell Factory Image Restore. 66...
... to restore your operating system. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in when you purchased the computer. including data files-are permanently deleted from the hard drive. This option restores your operating system problem. If possible, back up the data ...before using this option. Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos, music files, and so on certain computers. If possible, back up all data before using Dell Factory Image Restore. 66...
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... may not be available in all countries. If you do not have not resolved the problem, see "Before You Call" on availability. 68 Call your local Dell representative for help with installation and troubleshooting procedures. INSPIRON Getting Help If you experience a problem with your computer, you can assist you with any necessary procedures. Use...
... may not be available in all countries. If you do not have not resolved the problem, see "Before You Call" on availability. 68 Call your local Dell representative for help with installation and troubleshooting procedures. INSPIRON Getting Help If you experience a problem with your computer, you can assist you with any necessary procedures. Use...