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Solving Problems
CAUTION: Some of the parts described in this chapter may be replaceable by a
certified service technician only and are not custom replaceable.
Troubleshooting Tips
Follow these tips when you troubleshoot your computer:
• If you added or removed a part before the problem started, review the
installation procedures and ensure that the part is correctly installed.
• If a peripheral device does not work, ensure that the device is properly
connected.
• If an error message appears on the screen, write down the exact message.
This message may help technical support personnel diagnose and fix
the problem.
• If an error message occurs in a program, see the program’s documentation.
Battery Problems
CAUTION: There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed.
Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
REPLACE THE BATTERY — If you have to repeatedly reset time and date
information after turning on the computer, or if an incorrect time or date displays
during start-up, replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 144).
If the battery still does not work properly, contact Dell (see "Getting Help" on
page 183).
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- Model DCSLA 1
- Notes, Notices, and Cautions 2
- Abbreviations and Acronyms 2
- Contents 3
- 4 Contents 4
- 6 Contents 6
- 8 Contents 8
- Finding Information 11
- 12 Finding Information 12
- 14 Finding Information 14
- Front View of the Computer 15
- Back View of the Computer 17
- Back Panel Connectors 19
- NOTICE: 22
- Setting Up a Printer 23
- Playing CDs and DVDs 25
- DVD player (if available) 26
- Adjusting the Volume 27
- Adjusting the Picture 27
- Copying CDs and DVDs 28
- Using Blank CDs and DVDs 29
- Helpful Tips 30
- Connecting Two Monitors 33
- DVI Connector 34
- Connecting a TV 34
- Power Management 35
- Hibernate Mode 36
- Power Options Properties 37
- Power Schemes Tab 37
- Advanced Tab 38
- Hibernate Tab 38
- Standby Mode 39
- Power Plan Properties 40
- Power Management Modes 41
- RAID Level 1 Configuration 43
- Using Nvidia MediaShield 46
- Network Setup Wizard 50
- Connecting to the Internet 51
- Solving Problems 55
- Drive Problems 56
- CD and DVD drive problems 57
- Hard drive problems 58
- Error Messages 60
- Keyboard Problems 62
- Lockups and Software Problems 62
- The computer stops responding 63
- A program stops responding 63
- A program crashes repeatedly 63
- 64 Solving Problems 64
- Other software problems 65
- Media Card Reader Problems 66
- Memory Problems 67
- Mouse Problems 68
- Network Problems 69
- Power Problems 70
- Printer Problems 71
- 72 Solving Problems 72
- Scanner Problems 73
- Sound and Speaker Problems 74
- No sound from headphones 75
- Video and Monitor Problems 76
- 78 Solving Problems 78
- Troubleshooting Tools 79
- Beep Codes 80
- System Messages 82
- Dell Diagnostics 84
- Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 85
- What Is a Driver? 87
- Identifying Drivers 87
- Troubleshooting Tools 89 89
- Incompatibilities 91
- NOTE: 92
- Creating a Restore Point 93
- Using Dell PC Restore 95
- Windows XP: Dell PC Restore 96
- Removing Dell PC Restore 97
- Using the Operating System CD 98
- 100 Troubleshooting Tools 100
- Removing and Installing Parts 101
- Turning Off Your Computer 102
- Removing the Computer Cover 103
- Removing the Support Bracket 104
- Inside View of Your Computer 106
- System Board Components 107
- DC Power Connector P1 109
- Installing Memory 113
- Removing Memory 115
- PCI and PCI Express Cards 116
- Removing the Bezel 123
- Replacing the Bezel 124
- Connecting Drive Cables 125
- Drive Interface Connectors 126
- Hard Drives 126
- Removing a Hard Drive 127
- Installing a Hard Drive 128
- Floppy Drive 131
- Installing a Floppy Drive 133
- Media Card Reader 137
- CD or DVD Drive 141
- Removing a CD or DVD Drive 142
- Installing a CD or DVD Drive 143
- Replacing the Battery 144
- Power Supply 146
- Processor 148
- Installing the Processor 150
- I/O Panel 153
- Installing the I/O Panel 154
- Processor Fan 155
- Installing the Processor Fan 158
- Chassis Fan 160
- Replacing the Chassis Fan 161
- System Board 162
- System Board Screws 163
- Replacing the Support Bracket 164
- Replacing the Computer Cover 165
- Appendix 167
- 168 Appendix 168
- 170 Appendix 170
- System Setup 172
- System Setup Options 173
- 174 Appendix 174
- Exit Without Saving 174
- Boot Sequence 175
- Clearing Forgotten Passwords 176
- Clearing CMOS Settings 177
- Flashing the BIOS 178
- Cleaning Your Computer 179
- CDs and DVDs 180
- FCC Notice (U.S. Only) 181
- Getting Help 183
- DellConnect 184
- Online Services 184
- Problems With Your Order 185
- Product Information 185
- Before You Call 186
- Contacting Dell 188
- Glossary 189
- 190 Glossary 190
- 192 Glossary 192
- 194 Glossary 194
- 196 Glossary 196
- 198 Glossary 198
- 200 Glossary 200
- 202 Glossary 202
- 204 Glossary 204
- Index 205 205
- Index 207 207
- Index 209 209
- Index 211 211
- 212 Index 212
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