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... Restore 132 About Dell Factory Image Restore 132 Starting Dell Factory Image Restore 132 Operating System Disc 133 About Operating System Disc 133 Reinstalling the Operating System Using the Operating System Disc 133 Diagnostics 137 ... Screen is Blank 142 Desktop 142 Laptop 143 Keyboard Not Working, Not Detected, or Working Intermittently 143 External Keyboard 143 Laptop Keyboard 144 System Setup (BIOS 147 Entering System Setup (BIOS 147 System Setup Screens 148 Changing the Boot Sequence for the Current Boot 149 10 Contents
... Restore 132 About Dell Factory Image Restore 132 Starting Dell Factory Image Restore 132 Operating System Disc 133 About Operating System Disc 133 Reinstalling the Operating System Using the Operating System Disc 133 Diagnostics 137 ... Screen is Blank 142 Desktop 142 Laptop 143 Keyboard Not Working, Not Detected, or Working Intermittently 143 External Keyboard 143 Laptop Keyboard 144 System Setup (BIOS 147 Entering System Setup (BIOS 147 System Setup Screens 148 Changing the Boot Sequence for the Current Boot 149 10 Contents
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Changing the Default Boot Sequence 150 Flashing the BIOS 150 Getting Help and Contacting Dell 155 Self-Help Options 155 Accessing Windows Help and Support 155 Contacting Dell 156 Before Calling Dell 159 Computer Maintenance 160 Ergonomic Instructions for Desktops 160 Ergonomic Instructions for Laptops 162 Dell and the Environment 164 Regulatory Compliance Policy 165 Contact...
Changing the Default Boot Sequence 150 Flashing the BIOS 150 Getting Help and Contacting Dell 155 Self-Help Options 155 Accessing Windows Help and Support 155 Contacting Dell 156 Before Calling Dell 159 Computer Maintenance 160 Ergonomic Instructions for Desktops 160 Ergonomic Instructions for Laptops 162 Dell and the Environment 164 Regulatory Compliance Policy 165 Contact...
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.... 40 System Board The system board holds various controllers and connectors that forms the central part of the computer. Contains the system memory or BIOS program. • Power connectors - Additionally, a system board may vary based on the type of a desktop system board. Provide power to install processor(s). • Memory-module...
.... 40 System Board The system board holds various controllers and connectors that forms the central part of the computer. Contains the system memory or BIOS program. • Power connectors - Additionally, a system board may vary based on the type of a desktop system board. Provide power to install processor(s). • Memory-module...
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...If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you will need to install the Computrace software in the BIOS settings, you see www.absolute.com • send e-mails to disable the Computrace option. NOTE: You will be unable to questions ...8226; error messages To contact Absolute Software: • see the Microsoft Windows desktop; When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. then, shut down your computer. NOTE: Once you enable or disable the Computrace option in Windows for issues related to...
...If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you will need to install the Computrace software in the BIOS settings, you see www.absolute.com • send e-mails to disable the Computrace option. NOTE: You will be unable to questions ...8226; error messages To contact Absolute Software: • see the Microsoft Windows desktop; When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. then, shut down your computer. NOTE: Once you enable or disable the Computrace option in Windows for issues related to...
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... the screen. Windows 7 Click Start → Help and Support. 2. Beep Codes One Two Three Four Five Six Seven Eight Possible Problem Possible system board failure-BIOS ROM checksum failure No RAM detected NOTE: If you installed or replaced the memory module, ensure that the subwoofer is at least 60 cm away...
... the screen. Windows 7 Click Start → Help and Support. 2. Beep Codes One Two Three Four Five Six Seven Eight Possible Problem Possible system board failure-BIOS ROM checksum failure No RAM detected NOTE: If you installed or replaced the memory module, ensure that the subwoofer is at least 60 cm away...
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...can use the BIOS to work incorrectly. When the DELL logo is lost. Then, shut down your computer. When the computer starts, the BIOS initializes and identifies system devices such as the user password • Determine the current amount of memory or the type of the BIOS is the ...prompt appears quickly and is recommended that you see the Microsoft Windows desktop. The primary function of hard drive installed Entering System Setup (BIOS) CAUTION: Do not change system setup configuration unless you press before the prompt appears or after the prompt closes, the keystroke is ...
...can use the BIOS to work incorrectly. When the DELL logo is lost. Then, shut down your computer. When the computer starts, the BIOS initializes and identifies system devices such as the user password • Determine the current amount of memory or the type of the BIOS is the ...prompt appears quickly and is recommended that you see the Microsoft Windows desktop. The primary function of hard drive installed Entering System Setup (BIOS) CAUTION: Do not change system setup configuration unless you press before the prompt appears or after the prompt closes, the keystroke is ...
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...move through the list of the device. 5. Turn on the screen. Select one of all Dell products b. Choose from My Products and Services List -- For more information, see Entering System Setup (BIOS)). 2. Enter System Setup (see the Quick Start Guide that shipped with your computer. Enter ... the Default Boot Sequence 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Boot Device Configuration menu option and press to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3. To flash the BIOS: 1. NOTE: Locate the Service Tag of your computer's Service Tag or Express Service Code in case you want to...
...move through the list of the device. 5. Turn on the screen. Select one of all Dell products b. Choose from My Products and Services List -- For more information, see Entering System Setup (BIOS)). 2. Enter System Setup (see the Quick Start Guide that shipped with your computer. Enter ... the Default Boot Sequence 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Boot Device Configuration menu option and press to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3. To flash the BIOS: 1. NOTE: Locate the Service Tag of your computer's Service Tag or Express Service Code in case you want to...
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Navigate to download the file on the screen. If the Download Complete window appears, click Close. 9. In the Please select your computer. 8. Double-click the BIOS update file icon and follow the instructions that appear on your download method below window, click For Single File Download via Browser, and then click ...Download Now. 7. 6. Changing the Default Boot Sequence 151 In the Save As window, select an appropriate location to the folder where you downloaded the BIOS update file. The file icon appears in the folder and is titled the same as the downloaded...
Navigate to download the file on the screen. If the Download Complete window appears, click Close. 9. In the Please select your computer. 8. Double-click the BIOS update file icon and follow the instructions that appear on your download method below window, click For Single File Download via Browser, and then click ...Download Now. 7. 6. Changing the Default Boot Sequence 151 In the Save As window, select an appropriate location to the folder where you downloaded the BIOS update file. The file icon appears in the folder and is titled the same as the downloaded...
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... 37 Removing the System Board 38 Prerequisites 38 Procedure 39 Replacing the System Board 42 Procedure 42 Postrequisites 42 Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 42 Removing the Display Assembly 43 Prerequisites 43 Procedure 43 Replacing the Display Assembly 46 Procedure 46 Postrequisites 46 Removing the Display Back-Cover 47...
... 37 Removing the System Board 38 Prerequisites 38 Procedure 39 Replacing the System Board 42 Procedure 42 Postrequisites 42 Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 42 Removing the Display Assembly 43 Prerequisites 43 Procedure 43 Replacing the Display Assembly 46 Procedure 46 Postrequisites 46 Removing the Display Back-Cover 47...
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Removing the Windows-Button Board 54 Prerequisites 54 Procedure 54 Replacing the Windows-Button Board 56 Procedure 56 Postrequisites 56 Removing the Display Panel 57 Prerequisites 57 Procedure 57 Replacing the Display Panel 61 Procedure 61 Postrequisites 61 Removing the Keyboard 62 Prerequisites 62 Procedure 63 Replacing the Keyboard 65 Procedure 65 Postrequisites 65 Flashing the BIOS 66 6 | Contents
Removing the Windows-Button Board 54 Prerequisites 54 Procedure 54 Replacing the Windows-Button Board 56 Procedure 56 Postrequisites 56 Removing the Display Panel 57 Prerequisites 57 Procedure 57 Replacing the Display Panel 61 Procedure 61 Postrequisites 61 Removing the Keyboard 62 Prerequisites 62 Procedure 63 Replacing the Keyboard 65 Procedure 65 Postrequisites 65 Flashing the BIOS 66 6 | Contents
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...the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 7. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1 Remove the base cover. Removing the Coin-Cell Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read... the safety information that you note the BIOS settings before removing the coin-cell battery. See "Removing the Base Cover" on page 13. Procedure 1 Disconnect the I/O-board cable ...
...the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 7. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1 Remove the base cover. Removing the Coin-Cell Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read... the safety information that you note the BIOS settings before removing the coin-cell battery. See "Removing the Base Cover" on page 13. Procedure 1 Disconnect the I/O-board cable ...
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..., note the location of the connectors so that secure the system board to the palm-rest assembly. You must enter the Service Tag in the BIOS after you replace the system board.
..., note the location of the connectors so that secure the system board to the palm-rest assembly. You must enter the Service Tag in the BIOS after you replace the system board.
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...the palm-rest assembly. See "Replacing the Wireless Mini-Card" on page 21. 4 Replace the wireless mini-card. Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press during POST to enter the system setup program. 3 Navigate to secure the cable. 2 Turn the system ... the base cover. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 30. 3 Replace the mSATA card. See "Replacing the Processor Heat-Sink" on page 12. 7 Follow the instructions in the Service Tag field. 42 | Replacing the System Board For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage...
...the palm-rest assembly. See "Replacing the Wireless Mini-Card" on page 21. 4 Replace the wireless mini-card. Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Press during POST to enter the system setup program. 3 Navigate to secure the cable. 2 Turn the system ... the base cover. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 30. 3 Replace the mSATA card. See "Replacing the Processor Heat-Sink" on page 12. 7 Follow the instructions in the Service Tag field. 42 | Replacing the System Board For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage...
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...Single File Download via Browser, and then click Download Now. 7 In the Save As window, select an appropriate location to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3 Locate the BIOS update file for your computer: NOTE: The Service Tag for me • Choose from My Products and Services List • ...Choose from a list of all Dell products b Click Continue and follow the instructions that shipped with your computer. Flashing the BIOS The BIOS requires flashing when an update is located on a label beneath the system badge at the back ...
...Single File Download via Browser, and then click Download Now. 7 In the Save As window, select an appropriate location to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3 Locate the BIOS update file for your computer: NOTE: The Service Tag for me • Choose from My Products and Services List • ...Choose from a list of all Dell products b Click Continue and follow the instructions that shipped with your computer. Flashing the BIOS The BIOS requires flashing when an update is located on a label beneath the system badge at the back ...