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... Screen Problems 58 Network Problems 59 Power Problems 60 Memory Problems 61 Lockups and Software Problems 62 Using Support Tools 64 Dell Support Center 64 My Dell Downloads 65 System Messages 65 Hardware Troubleshooter 67 Dell Diagnostics 67 Restoring Your Operating System 72 System Restore 73 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 74 System Recovery Media 76...
... Screen Problems 58 Network Problems 59 Power Problems 60 Memory Problems 61 Lockups and Software Problems 62 Using Support Tools 64 Dell Support Center 64 My Dell Downloads 65 System Messages 65 Hardware Troubleshooter 67 Dell Diagnostics 67 Restoring Your Operating System 72 System Restore 73 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 74 System Recovery Media 76...
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For more information, see "Using the Optical Drive" on memory cards. Blinks when you press the optical drive eject button or when you insert a disc and it does not open the optical drive tray if ... eject button. Plays or records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs (optional). Use to view programs using the TV tuner card (optional). 23 Using Your XPS Laptop 1 9-in connector (on supported models) - For more information, see "Specifications" on page 90. Save the blank for use when no media card is being...
For more information, see "Using the Optical Drive" on memory cards. Blinks when you press the optical drive eject button or when you insert a disc and it does not open the optical drive tray if ... eject button. Plays or records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs (optional). Use to view programs using the TV tuner card (optional). 23 Using Your XPS Laptop 1 9-in connector (on supported models) - For more information, see "Specifications" on page 90. Save the blank for use when no media card is being...
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... Possible Problem Possible system board failure - Possible system board failure - See the Service Manual at support.dell.com. BIOS ROM checksum failure No RAM detected NOTE: If you cannot solve your problem using the following guidelines, see "Contacting... Dell" on page 87. WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for assistance. If you installed or replaced the memory module, ensure that the memory module is seated properly. Chipset...
... Possible Problem Possible system board failure - Possible system board failure - See the Service Manual at support.dell.com. BIOS ROM checksum failure No RAM detected NOTE: If you cannot solve your problem using the following guidelines, see "Contacting... Dell" on page 87. WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for assistance. If you installed or replaced the memory module, ensure that the memory module is seated properly. Chipset...
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... page 87). An unwanted signal is creating interference by interrupting or blocking other memory problems - • Run Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 67). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 87). 61 If you experience other signals. Some possible causes of interference are not using to the same...
... page 87). An unwanted signal is creating interference by interrupting or blocking other memory problems - • Run Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 67). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 87). 61 If you experience other signals. Some possible causes of interference are not using to the same...
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... computer. This may invoke the Pre-Boot System Assessment (PSA) on your computer. 3. Turn on page 87) for assistance. 1. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. b. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you want... to be working properly. 2. If the PSA completes successfully, the following message appears : "No problems have been found , run the remaining memory tests? If PSA is known to continue? (Recommended)." Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. Do you see a message stating that is ...
... computer. This may invoke the Pre-Boot System Assessment (PSA) on your computer. 3. Turn on page 87) for assistance. 1. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. b. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you want... to be working properly. 2. If the PSA completes successfully, the following message appears : "No problems have been found , run the remaining memory tests? If PSA is known to continue? (Recommended)." Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. Do you see a message stating that is ...
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...key to continue." Select the test you contact Dell. 6. NOTE: The Service Tag for assistance....to go to the Choose An Option window. 7. To exit Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, click Exit. 69 Using Support Tools c. d. If PSA... is not invoked: Press any key to start Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostic utility partition on your computer is encountered during a test...description of each test screen. Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 87) for your screen. Press any key to go to run. ...
...key to continue." Select the test you contact Dell. 6. NOTE: The Service Tag for assistance....to go to the Choose An Option window. 7. To exit Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, click Exit. 69 Using Support Tools c. d. If PSA... is not invoked: Press any key to start Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostic utility partition on your computer is encountered during a test...description of each test screen. Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 87) for your screen. Press any key to go to run. ...
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... Model Dell™ XPS™ L401X Computer Information System chipset Mobile Intel® 5 series express chipset HM57 Processor type Intel Core™ i3 Intel Core i5 Intel Core i7 Intel Pentium® 90 Memory Memory module connector Memory module capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory two user-accessible SODIMM connectors 1 GB, 2 GB, and 4 GB 1 GB 8 GB To launch the Dell... up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, see the About Your System section in the Dell Support Center.
... Model Dell™ XPS™ L401X Computer Information System chipset Mobile Intel® 5 series express chipset HM57 Processor type Intel Core™ i3 Intel Core i5 Intel Core i7 Intel Pentium® 90 Memory Memory module connector Memory module capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory two user-accessible SODIMM connectors 1 GB, 2 GB, and 4 GB 1 GB 8 GB To launch the Dell... up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, see the About Your System section in the Dell Support Center.
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... MHz/1333 MHz SODIMM DDR3 NOTE: For instructions on upgrading the memory, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Connectors Audio one microphone-in connector, one stereo headphones/speakers connecto NOTE: You can also use the connectors to set up 5.1 channel speakers S/...
... MHz/1333 MHz SODIMM DDR3 NOTE: For instructions on upgrading the memory, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Connectors Audio one microphone-in connector, one stereo headphones/speakers connecto NOTE: You can also use the connectors to set up 5.1 channel speakers S/...
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... Secure Digital Input Output (SDIO) Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Secure Digital eXtended Capacity (SDXC) Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO MSXC Memory Card MultiMedia Card (MMC) xD-Picture Card Camera Camera resolution 2.0 megapixel HD Video resolution 1280 x 720 92 Communications Modem (optional) external V.92 56 K USB modem ...
... Secure Digital Input Output (SDIO) Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Secure Digital eXtended Capacity (SDXC) Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO MSXC Memory Card MultiMedia Card (MMC) xD-Picture Card Camera Camera resolution 2.0 megapixel HD Video resolution 1280 x 720 92 Communications Modem (optional) external V.92 56 K USB modem ...
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Video Integrated Video Controller Video Memory Discrete Video Controller Video Memory Display Type Intel HM55 up to 256 MB NVIDIA GeForce GT 420M NVIDIA GeForce GT 425M 1 GB/2 GB DDR3 14.0-inch HD WLED backlight, TrueLife ...
Video Integrated Video Controller Video Memory Discrete Video Controller Video Memory Display Type Intel HM55 up to 256 MB NVIDIA GeForce GT 420M NVIDIA GeForce GT 425M 1 GB/2 GB DDR3 14.0-inch HD WLED backlight, TrueLife ...
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Index E email addresses for technical support 81 F finding more information 88 flick 48 FTP login, anonymous 81 H hard drive activity light 31 hardware problems diagnosing 67 Hardware Troubleshooter 67 help getting assistance and support 79 I Internet connection 20 100 ISP Internet Service Provider 20 M memory problems solving 61 mini-DisplayPort connector 29 Multimedia Control Keys 38 N network connection fixing 59 nVidia Optimus Technology 54 O Optical Drive Using 42 P power problems, solving 60
Index E email addresses for technical support 81 F finding more information 88 flick 48 FTP login, anonymous 81 H hard drive activity light 31 hardware problems diagnosing 67 Hardware Troubleshooter 67 help getting assistance and support 79 I Internet connection 20 100 ISP Internet Service Provider 20 M memory problems solving 61 mini-DisplayPort connector 29 Multimedia Control Keys 38 N network connection fixing 59 nVidia Optimus Technology 54 O Optical Drive Using 42 P power problems, solving 60