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...Dual channel memory is installed correctly, check the amount of memory (RAM) listed. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover). 7. Inspiron 545 Right-click the My Computer icon on . Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on your computer. 9. If... the message appears stating that the memory is not supported on to your Microsoft® Windows® desktop and click Properties. 10. Click the General tab. 11. 3 notch 4 memory module CAUTION: To avoid damage to the memory module, press...
...Dual channel memory is installed correctly, check the amount of memory (RAM) listed. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover). 7. Inspiron 545 Right-click the My Computer icon on . Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on your computer. 9. If... the message appears stating that the memory is not supported on to your Microsoft® Windows® desktop and click Properties. 10. Click the General tab. 11. 3 notch 4 memory module CAUTION: To avoid damage to the memory module, press...
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... highlight an option. If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to Contents Page System Setup Dell™ Inspiron™ 535/537/545/546 Service Manual Overview Entering System Setup Clearing Forgotten Passwords Clearing CMOS Settings Flashing the BIOS Overview Use System Setup: l...The tabbed options contain features that you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop, then shut down for the computer, if present. Key Functions - Before you are an expert computer user. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. l To set the type of the system ...
... highlight an option. If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to Contents Page System Setup Dell™ Inspiron™ 535/537/545/546 Service Manual Overview Entering System Setup Clearing Forgotten Passwords Clearing CMOS Settings Flashing the BIOS Overview Use System Setup: l...The tabbed options contain features that you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop, then shut down for the computer, if present. Key Functions - Before you are an expert computer user. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. l To set the type of the system ...
Service Manual
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...complete. right corner of the user password Set Supervisor Password Set the supervisor password through this feature, for the Current Boot You can run the Dell Diagnostics on (or restart) your computer. 3. PCI-E 1X Slot; PCI Slot; CD/DVD; Enabled (Disabled by default) Identifies the device ...installed in the bottom- If you see the Microsoft Windows desktop. ATA (ATA by default) Disabled; Turn on the Drivers and Utilities media, but you want the computer to restart your computer and try again...
...complete. right corner of the user password Set Supervisor Password Set the supervisor password through this feature, for the Current Boot You can run the Dell Diagnostics on (or restart) your computer. 3. PCI-E 1X Slot; PCI Slot; CD/DVD; Enabled (Disabled by default) Identifies the device ...installed in the bottom- If you see the Microsoft Windows desktop. ATA (ATA by default) Disabled; Turn on the Drivers and Utilities media, but you want the computer to restart your computer and try again...
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...then click Save. Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions on the computer. 2. Connect your desktop. 7. Click the down arrow to electrical outlets, and turn them on your computer at the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 3. The File Download window appears. 5. The... file downloads to disk, and then click OK. Locate the BIOS update file for your desktop and is available or when replacing the system board. ...
...then click Save. Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions on the computer. 2. Connect your desktop. 7. Click the down arrow to electrical outlets, and turn them on your computer at the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 3. The File Download window appears. 5. The... file downloads to disk, and then click OK. Locate the BIOS update file for your desktop and is available or when replacing the system board. ...
Setup Guide
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... Power Cables to Your Display and Computer 9 Windows Vista® Setup 10 Connect to the Internet (Optional 11 Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop 14 Front View Features 14 Back View Features 16 Software Features 18 Solving Problems 21 Network Problems 21 Power Problems 23 Memory ...Problems 24 Lockups and Software Problems 25 Using Support Tools 28 Dell Support Center 28 Beep Codes 29 System Messages 30 Hardware Troubleshooter 32 Dell Diagnostics 32 System Recovery Options 35 System Restore 36 Dell Factory Image Restore 37 Operating System Reinstallation 38 Getting Help ...
... Power Cables to Your Display and Computer 9 Windows Vista® Setup 10 Connect to the Internet (Optional 11 Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop 14 Front View Features 14 Back View Features 16 Software Features 18 Solving Problems 21 Network Problems 21 Power Problems 23 Memory ...Problems 24 Lockups and Software Problems 25 Using Support Tools 28 Dell Support Center 28 Beep Codes 29 System Messages 30 Hardware Troubleshooter 32 Dell Diagnostics 32 System Recovery Options 35 System Restore 36 Dell Factory Image Restore 37 Operating System Reinstallation 38 Getting Help ...
Setup Guide
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...source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to overheat. WARNING: Before you leave at least 10.2 cm (4 inches) at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practice information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at the back of the computer and a minimum ...that you begin any of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on . 5 You should never place your Inspiron 535/537/545/546 desktop and connecting peripherals. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop This section provides information about setting up your computer in this section, read the safety information that...
...source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to overheat. WARNING: Before you leave at least 10.2 cm (4 inches) at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practice information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at the back of the computer and a minimum ...that you begin any of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on . 5 You should never place your Inspiron 535/537/545/546 desktop and connecting peripherals. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop This section provides information about setting up your computer in this section, read the safety information that...
Setup Guide
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... signals for displays such as monitors and projectors. • The HDMI connector is a high-performance digital connector that carries both ends). Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Connect the Display Your computer has an integrated VGA video connector. Refer to the following table when identifying the connectors on your display and computer...
... signals for displays such as monitors and projectors. • The HDMI connector is a high-performance digital connector that carries both ends). Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Connect the Display Your computer has an integrated VGA video connector. Refer to the following table when identifying the connectors on your display and computer...
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NOTE: You can purchase an HDMI-to-DVI adapter from the Dell website at www.dell.com. 7 Connect Using the DVI Connector If your display has a DVI connector, use the VGA cable (with blue connectors at both ends) with a DVI-to-VGA adapter. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Connect Using the HDMI Connector If your display has a VGA connector, use a DVI cable (with white connectors at both ends) with an HDMI-to-DVI adapter. NOTE: You can purchase a DVI-to-VGA adapter from the Dell website at www.dell.com.
NOTE: You can purchase an HDMI-to-DVI adapter from the Dell website at www.dell.com. 7 Connect Using the DVI Connector If your display has a DVI connector, use the VGA cable (with blue connectors at both ends) with a DVI-to-VGA adapter. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Connect Using the HDMI Connector If your display has a VGA connector, use a DVI cable (with white connectors at both ends) with an HDMI-to-DVI adapter. NOTE: You can purchase a DVI-to-VGA adapter from the Dell website at www.dell.com.
Setup Guide
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Use the USB connectors on the back panel of the computer to connect a USB keyboard and mouse. Connect the Network Cable (Optional) NOTE: The exact location of connectors may be different than what is shown. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Connect the Keyboard and Mouse NOTE: The exact location of connectors may be different than what is shown. 8
Use the USB connectors on the back panel of the computer to connect a USB keyboard and mouse. Connect the Network Cable (Optional) NOTE: The exact location of connectors may be different than what is shown. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Connect the Keyboard and Mouse NOTE: The exact location of connectors may be different than what is shown. 8
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Do not plug a telephone cable (RJ11 connector) into the network connector. Connect the Power Cables to complete your computer. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop A network connection is not required to Your Display and Computer 9 To attach your computer to a network or broadband device, connect one end of the network ...
Do not plug a telephone cable (RJ11 connector) into the network connector. Connect the Power Cables to complete your computer. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop A network connection is not required to Your Display and Computer 9 To attach your computer to a network or broadband device, connect one end of the network ...
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CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Doing so may take you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up an Internet connection. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Press the Power Button on Your Computer and Display Windows Vista® Setup To set up to 15 minutes to complete. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer unusable. 10 The screens will take up Windows Vista for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen.
CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Doing so may take you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up an Internet connection. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Press the Power Button on Your Computer and Display Windows Vista® Setup To set up to 15 minutes to complete. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer unusable. 10 The screens will take up Windows Vista for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen.
Setup Guide
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... (or satellite) modem connections. NOTE: If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is not part of purchase. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop • Dial-up connections that provide high-speed Internet access through your existing telephone line or cellular telephone service. Your ISP will ...the same line simultaneously. • Cable modem connections that provide high‑speed Internet access through your telephone on decisions made at www.dell.com. 11 To connect to the Internet (Optional) NOTE: ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country. Connect to the Internet, you need...
... (or satellite) modem connections. NOTE: If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is not part of purchase. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop • Dial-up connections that provide high-speed Internet access through your existing telephone line or cellular telephone service. Your ISP will ...the same line simultaneously. • Cable modem connections that provide high‑speed Internet access through your telephone on decisions made at www.dell.com. 11 To connect to the Internet (Optional) NOTE: ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country. Connect to the Internet, you need...
Setup Guide
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... to your ISP to check the service status, or try connecting again later. 12 Follow the instructions on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection If you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the external USB modem (optional) and...
... to your ISP to check the service status, or try connecting again later. 12 Follow the instructions on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection If you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the external USB modem (optional) and...
Setup Guide
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... screen and use an optional USB dial-up if you do not know which type of connection to the Internet window appears. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop NOTE: Have your ISP. 5.
... screen and use an optional USB dial-up if you do not know which type of connection to the Internet window appears. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop NOTE: Have your ISP. 5.
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The connectors on your computer provide the option of attaching additional devices. 9 1 8 2 7 3 6 4 5 14 INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Your computer has indicators and buttons that provide information and enable you to Front View Features perform common tasks.
The connectors on your computer provide the option of attaching additional devices. 9 1 8 2 7 3 6 4 5 14 INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Your computer has indicators and buttons that provide information and enable you to Front View Features perform common tasks.
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... Reader, or an additional hard drive. 9 Optical drive panel (2) - Use the optical drive to open or close the optical drive. 2 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop • Solid amber - Press to play a CD/DVD/Blu-ray Disc™. 15 Open the FlexBay panel to turn computer on state. • Blinking amber...
... Reader, or an additional hard drive. 9 Optical drive panel (2) - Use the optical drive to open or close the optical drive. 2 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop • Solid amber - Press to play a CD/DVD/Blu-ray Disc™. 15 Open the FlexBay panel to turn computer on state. • Blinking amber...
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... cable connection. Power is not working. Power is not available or the power supply is available for the power supply. • No light - Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Back View Features 1 2 3 4 5 16 1 Power connector - Access connectors for power supply. • Green light - NOTE: The power supply diagnostic light may vary. 2 Voltage selector...
... cable connection. Power is not working. Power is not available or the power supply is available for the power supply. • No light - Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Back View Features 1 2 3 4 5 16 1 Power connector - Access connectors for power supply. • Green light - NOTE: The power supply diagnostic light may vary. 2 Voltage selector...
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...) - Connects to the display. Center/subwoofer connector (orange) - Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Network connector and light - Connects to multichannel-capable sound speakers. Side L/R surround connector (silver) - HDMI video connector - Connects to the display. Connects to a subwoofer. 17...
...) - Connects to the display. Center/subwoofer connector (orange) - Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Network connector and light - Connects to multichannel-capable sound speakers. Side L/R surround connector (silver) - HDMI video connector - Connects to the display. Connects to a subwoofer. 17...
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Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Microphone connector (pink) - You can use your computer to create presentations, brochures, greeting cards, fliers, and spreadsheets. Connects to a microphone for software installed on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Productivity and ... or audio input into a sound or telephony program. Connects to headphones and speakers with integrated amplifiers. Line-in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide available on . 7 6 5 18 1 Connects to the Internet, you can access websites, setup an e-mail account, upload...
Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Microphone connector (pink) - You can use your computer to create presentations, brochures, greeting cards, fliers, and spreadsheets. Connects to a microphone for software installed on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Productivity and ... or audio input into a sound or telephony program. Connects to headphones and speakers with integrated amplifiers. Line-in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide available on . 7 6 5 18 1 Connects to the Internet, you can access websites, setup an e-mail account, upload...
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... to watch videos, play games, create your own CDs, listen to music and radio stations. Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Entertainment and Multimedia You can customize your desktop to change the appearance, resolution, wallpaper, screensaver, and so on by accessing the Personalize appearance and sounds window...disc drive may support multiple disc media formats including CDs, Blu-ray Discs (if the option is selected at the time of the desktop. 2. Click Personalize, to organize and create music and video files that can download or copy pictures and video files from portable devices...
... to watch videos, play games, create your own CDs, listen to music and radio stations. Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop Entertainment and Multimedia You can customize your desktop to change the appearance, resolution, wallpaper, screensaver, and so on by accessing the Personalize appearance and sounds window...disc drive may support multiple disc media formats including CDs, Blu-ray Discs (if the option is selected at the time of the desktop. 2. Click Personalize, to organize and create music and video files that can download or copy pictures and video files from portable devices...