Dell Inspiron 519 (Mid 2008) User Manual

www.dell.com | support.dell.comDell™ Inspiron™Quick Reference GuideModel: DCMFbook.book Page 1 Wednesday, July 2, 2008 1:51 PM

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Setting Up Your Computer 11Setting Up Your ComputerInstalling Your Computer in an EnclosureInstalling your computer in an enclosure can restrict the a

12 Setting Up Your Computer• If your computer is installed in a corner on a desk or under a desk, leave at least 5.1 cm (2 in) clearance from the back

Setting Up Your Computer 13Connecting to the Internet NOTE: ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country.To connect to the Internet, you need a modem or ne

14 Setting Up Your ComputerIf you do not have an ISP icon on your desktop or if you want to set up an Internet connection with a different ISP, perfor

Setting Up Your Computer 159Click either Broadband (PPPoE) or Dial-up, depending on how you want to connect:•Choose Broadband if you will use a DSL, s

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Specifications 17Specifications NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start→ H

18 SpecificationsExpansion Bus Inspiron 518 Inspiron 519Bus type PCI 2.3PCI Express 1.0ASATA 1.0 and 2.0USB 2.0PCI 2.3PCI Express 2.0SATA 1.0 and 2.0U

Specifications 19Memory Inspiron 518/519Memory module connector Four user-accessible DDR2 DIMM socketsMemory module capacities 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GBM

Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates

20 SpecificationsConnectors Inspiron 518/519External connectorsAudioALC888 (7.1 Channel audio)Line-in connector — Use the blue line-in connector to at

Specifications 21Network10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet LAN on the system board.RJ-45 port — Connect one end of a network cable to either a network connecto

22 SpecificationsVideoIntegrated video15-hole connector — Connect the monitor’s VGA cable to the VGA connector on the computer.NOTE: Your computer sup

Specifications 23Controls and Lights Inspiron 518/519Front of the computerPower buttonPush buttonPower lightBlue light — Blinking blue indicates that

24 SpecificationsBack of the computerLink integrity light (on integrated network adapter)Green light — indicates a good connection exists between a 10

Specifications 25Physical Inspiron 518/519Height 379 mm (14.9 inches)Width 17.0 cm (6.7 inches)Depth 43.5 cm (17.1 inches)Weight 13.1 kg (28.9 lb)Env

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Troubleshooting 27Troubleshooting CAUTION: To guard against likelihood of electric shock, laceration by moving fan blades or other unexpected injurie

28 TroubleshootingCode(repetitive short beeps)Description Suggested Remedy1 BIOS checksum failure. Possible system board failure.Contact Dell. For mor

Troubleshooting 29System Messages NOTE: If the message you received is not listed in the table, see the documentation for either the operating system

Contents 3Contents1 About Your Dell™ Inspiron™ 518/519 . . . . 7Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Back View . . . . . . . .

30 TroubleshootingFRONT USB CABLE CONNECTION FAILURE — The USB cable that connects the USB ports on the front I/O panel to the system board may be loo

4 ContentsSolving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Power Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Memory Problems . . . .

Contents 5Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit . . . . . 54Before You Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55Contacting Dell .

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About Your Dell™ Inspiron™ 518/519 7About Your Dell™ Inspiron™ 518/519 NOTE: For more information about the ports and connectors on your computer, se

8 About Your Dell™ Inspiron™ 518/519Back View1 power connector 2 voltage selector switch3 power supply light 4 back panel connectors5 expansion card s

About Your Dell™ Inspiron™ 518/519 9Back Panel Connectors1 IEEE 1394 connector 2 link integrity light3 network adapter connector 4 network activity li