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    Dell™ Inspiron™ 1150 Owner's Manual Model PP08L www.dell.com | support.dell.com
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    or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Abbreviations and Acronyms For a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see the Dell Inspiron Help file. To access the help file, see page 9. If you
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    the Internet 23 Setting Up Your Internet Connection 23 Modem and Internet Connection Problems 24 E-Mail Problems 25 Setting Up a Printer 26 Printer Cable 26 Connecting a USB Printer 26 Printer Problems 27 Power Protection Devices 27 Surge Protectors 27 Line Conditioners 28 Uninterruptible
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    a Battery 31 Battery and Power Problems 31 If the battery is not charging 32 If battery life is short 32 4 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Dell™ AccessDirect™ Button 33 Reprogramming the Button 33 Numeric Keypad 33 Keyboard Shortcuts 34 System Functions 34 CD or DVD Tray 34 Display
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    to a Wireless Network in Microsoft® Windows® XP. . . . . 45 7 Solving Problems Dell Diagnostics 49 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 49 Error Messages 51 Video and Display Problems 52 If the display is blank 52 If the display is difficult to read 53 If only part of the display is readable
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    Your Operating System 61 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 61 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 62 8 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Begin 65 Recommended Tools 65 Shutting Down Your Computer 65 Hard Drive 66 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 68 Memory 68 Modem and Mini PCI Card
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    Performance Optimization 88 System Performance Overview 88 Optimizing Power Consumption and Battery Charge Time 89 Variable Speed Fan 89 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only 89 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals 90 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals
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    8 Contents
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    What Are You Looking For? • Warranty information • Terms and Conditions (U.S. only) • Safety instructions • Regulatory information • Ergonomics information • End User License Agreement Find It Here Dell™ Product Information Guide • How to set up my computer Setup Diagram Finding Information 9
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    my display resolution • How to clean my computer • Service Tag and Express Service Code • Microsoft Windows License Label Find It Here Help File 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Click User and system guides and click User's guides. 3 Click Dell Inspiron Help. Service Tag
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    the customized Dell Premier Support website • Upgrades - Upgrade information for components, such at premier.support.dell.com. The website may not be as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system available in all regions. • Customer Care - Contact information, service call and order status
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com 12 Finding Information
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    power button touch pad touch pad buttons display keyboard status lights keyboard device status lights speakers (2) D I S P L A Y L A T C H - Keeps the display closed. D I S P L A Y - For more information about your display, see "Using the Display" in the Dell Inspiron Help file. To access the help
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com KEYBOARD STATUS LIGHTS The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the O A R D - The keyboard includes a numeric keypad as well as the Microsoft® Windows® logo key. For information on supported keyboard shortcuts, see page 34. S P E A K E R S - To adjust
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    power management mode. Turns on when the computer reads or writes data. NOTICE: To avoid loss of data, never turn off the computer while the light is flashing. Blinks to indicate battery charge status. If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the - Solid green: The
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    For more information, see page 33. Left Side View PC Card slot audio connectors (2) CD or DVD drive P C C A R D S L O T - Supports one PC Card, such as a modem or network adapter. For more information, see "Using PC Cards" in the Dell Inspiron Help file. To access the help file, see page 9. 16
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    AUDIO CONNECTORS Attach headphones or speakers to the connector. Attach a microphone to the connector. C D O R D V D D R I V E - Accommodates a CD drive, DVD drive, CD-RW drive, or CD-RW/DVD combo drive. Right Side View battery/battery bay modem connector security cable slot air vents B A T T E
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    dell.com | support.dell . Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. CAUTION: Do not commercially available antitheft device to the computer. For more information, see the instructions included with the device. NOTICE: Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure
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    depending on usage. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. CAUTION: Do not block, push N N E C T O R - Attach an AC adapter to the computer. AC adapter AC adapter connector NOTE: Use only the AC adapter that came with your computer. A Tour of Your
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    "Using the Display" in the Dell Inspiron Help file. To access the help file, see page 9. NETWORK CONNECTOR Connects the computer to a network. The lights next to the connector indicate activity for both wired and wireless network communications. For information on using the network adapter, see the
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    Bottom View modem/Mini PCI card cover battery/battery bay hard drive air vent memory module cover battery latch release M O D E problem battery. See page 31 for instructions. M E M O R Y M O D U L E C O V E R - Covers the compartment that contains the memory module(s) and the CD or DVD drive
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com 22 A Tour of Your Computer
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    to the Internet, you need a modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP), such as AOL or MSN. Your ISP will offer one Double-click the MSN Explorer or AOL icon on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. 3 Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup. If you do not have
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    next window, click the appropriate option: • If you do not have an ISP and want to select one, click Choose from a list of Internet service providers (ISPs). • If you have already obtained setup information from your ISP but you did not receive a setup CD, click Set up my connection manually. • If
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    Edit.... 3 In the Edit Location window, ensure that To disable call waiting, dial: is checked, and then select the proper code as listed in your telephone directory. 4 Click Apply and click OK. 5 Close the Phone and Modems Options window. 6 Close the Control Panel window. VERIFY THAT THE MODEM IS
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com Setting Up a Printer NOTICE: Complete the operating system setup before you connect a printer to the computer. See the documentation that came with the printer for setup information, including how to: • Obtain and install updated drivers. • Connect the printer to the
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    Printer Problems C H E C K T H E P R I N T E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I O N S - supplied with the printer. VERIFY THAT WINDOWS® RECOGNIZES THE PRINTER - 1 Click the Start button. 2 Click Control Panel. 3 Click Printers and Other instructions. NOTICE: Not all surge protectors offer network adapter
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com Line Conditioners NOTICE: Line conditioners do not protect against power interruptions. Line conditioners are designed to maintain AC voltage at a fairly constant level. Uninterruptible Power Supplies NOTICE: Loss of power while data is being saved to the hard drive
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    wireless communications devices, PC Cards, or USB devices. • Using high-brightness display settings. • Using 3D screen savers or other power-intensive programs such as 3D games and engineering programs. • Running the computer in maximum performance mode. See "Power Management" in the Dell Inspiron
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    the Dell Inspiron Help file. To access the help file, see page 10. Charging the Battery NOTE: The AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery in approximately 3 hours with the computer turned off. Charge time is significantly longer if the computer is on and running at high processor speeds
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    when you store your computer for an extended period of time. A battery discharges during prolonged storage. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully before you use it. Battery and Power Problems NOTE: See the Dell Inspiron Help file for information on standby mode. To access the help
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    See the Dell Inspiron Help file or search for the keyword standby in the Help and Support Center. To access help, see page 10. R E S E A T T H E M E M O R Y M O D U L E S - If the computer power light turns on but the display remains blank, reseat the memory modules (see page 68). If the battery is
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    Dell™ AccessDirect™ Button Press this button to launch a frequently used program, such as support and educational tools or your default Internet browser. Reprogramming the Button To change the reprogrammable button settings or to find information on using the button: 1 Click the Start button→Control
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    System Functions Opens the Task Manager window Enables and disables the numeric keypad Enables and disables the scroll lock CD or DVD Tray Ejects the tray out of the drive. Display Functions Switches the video image to the next
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    the computer is connected to a network) Windows logo key and Opens the System Properties dialog box To adjust keyboard operation, such as the character repeat rate, click the Start button→Control Panel→Printers and Other Hardware→Keyboard. Follow the instructions on the screen. Using the
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com Touch Pad The touch pad detects the pressure and movement of your finger to allow you to move the cursor on the display. Use the touch pad and touch pad buttons as you would use a mouse. touch pad touch pad buttons • To move the cursor, lightly slide your finger over
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    click Apply. 4 Click OK to save the settings and close the window, and then click OK again to exit the Mouse Properties window. Touch Pad or Mouse Problems CHECK THE TOUCH PAD SETTINGS - 1 Click the Start button, click Control Panel, and then click Printers and Other Hardware. 2 Click Mouse. 3 Try
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com CHECK THE EXTERNAL KEYBOARD - 1 Shut down the computer (see page 28), wait 1 minute, and turn it on again. 2 Verify that the numbers, capitals, and scroll lock lights on the keyboard blink during the boot routine. 3 From the Windows® desktop, click the Start button,
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    prevent Windows from recognizing the drive. Insert a bootable disk and restart the computer. Verify that the light is blinking, indicating normal operation. TR Y A N O T H E R D I S C - Insert another disc to eliminate the possibility that the original disc is defective. ENSURE THAT THE CD IS
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com If the CD-RW drive stops writing D I S A B L E S T A N D B Y M O D E I N W I N D O W S B E F O R E W R I T I N G T O A C D - R W - Search for the keyword standby in the Help and Support Center. To access help, see page 9. C H A N G E T H E W R I T E S P E E D T O A S
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    in the upper-right corner of the window, and then click RecordNow Help or RecordNow Tutorial. How to Copy a CD or DVD NOTE: If you have a DVD/CD-RW combo drive and you experience recording problems, check for available software patches at the Sonic support website at support.sonic.com. NOTE: Most
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com Helpful Tips • Use Microsoft® Windows® Explorer to drag and drop files to a CD-R or CD-RW only after you start Sonic RecordNow and open a RecordNow project. • You must use CD-Rs to burn music CDs that you want to play in regular stereos. CD-RWs do not play in most
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    installed and a network cable connected to it. To connect a network cable: 1 Connect the network cable to the network adapter connector on your computer. NOTE: Insert the cable until it clicks into place, and then gently pull it to ensure that it is secure. 2 Connect
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    firewall provided with Windows XP. 4 Complete the checklist and required preparations, and return to the Network Setup Wizard. 5 Follow the instructions on the screen. Network Problems NOTE: A green or blinking link light could also indicate the presence of an active wireless network link in
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    with setting up your wireless connection, go to support.dell.com and search for the keyword wireless setup. infrastructure network ad-hoc network Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft® Windows® XP Your wireless network card requires specific software and drivers in order to connect to
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com When you turn on your computer, a pop-up appears the network icon to configure your computer for one of the available wireless networks. The Wireless Network Connections window lists the wireless networks available in your area. 46 Setting Up a Home and Office
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    prompted. NOTE: Network security settings are unique to your network. Dell cannot provide this information. Your network is configured automatically. NOTE: connect to the network. After your computer is configured for the wireless network you selected, another pop-up notifies you that your computer
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com 48 Setting Up a Home and Office Network
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    partition on your hard drive. NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell. 1 Shut down the computer. 2 If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions. 3 Connect the computer
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com 5 When the boot device list appears, highlight Diagnostics and press . The computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment, a series of initial tests of your system board, keyboard, hard drive, and display. • During the assessment, answer any questions that
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    error codes, and the problem description. Describes the test and may indicate requirements for running the test. Displays your hardware configuration for the selected device. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all devices from system setup, memory, and various internal tests
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    the keyboard or keys during the boot routine. Run the Stuck Key test as described in "Dell Diagnostics" (see page 49). Video and Display Problems If the display is blank NOTE: If you are using a program that requires a higher resolution than your computer supports, it is recommended that you attach
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    Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that display. NOTE: If you are playing a DVD or watching a streaming video, is disabled. If the display is difficult to read A D J U S T T H E B R I G H T N E S S - See the Dell Inspiron Help file for instructions
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    dell.com | support.dell.com ADJUST THE WINDOWS DISPLAY SETTINGS - 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Appearance and Themes. 3 Click the area you want to change or click the Display C A N N E R D R I V E R - See the scanner documentation for instructions. 54 Solving Problems
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    close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the computer. 2 Disconnect and reconnect the drive. 3 Turn on the computer. C L E A N T H E D R I V E - See "Cleaning Your Computer" in the Dell Inspiron Help file for instructions. To access the help file, see page 9. Solving Problems 55
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com If you have problems with a hard drive A L L O W T H E C O M P U T E R T O C O O L B E F O R E T U R N I N G I T O N - A hot hard drive may prevent the operating system from starting. Try allowing the computer to return to room temperature before turning it on. CHECK
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    Problems G O T O T H E D E L L S U P P O R T W E B S I T E - Go to support.dell.com for help with general usage, installation, and troubleshooting questions. See "Dell Technical Support 28), disconnect the AC adapter from the computer, and then disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com 4 Remove any installed PC Cards, and put them in a safe place to dry. 5 Remove the battery. 6 Wipe off the battery and put it in a safe place to dry. 7 Wipe off the display. 8 Remove the hard drive (see page 66). 9 Remove the memory module(s) (see page 68). 10 Open
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    . Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback If a problem occurs on your computer after you install or update a driver, use Windows XP Device Driver Rollback to replace the driver with the previously installed version. To use Device Driver Rollback: 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel
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    installed the new driver. Manually Reinstalling Drivers for Windows XP The Dell Support website provides approved drivers for Dell™ computers. If you install drivers obtained from other sources, your computer might not work correctly. 1 After copying the driver files to your hard drive, click the
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    set your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view. Creating a Restore Point 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Click System Restore. 3 Follow the instructions on the screen. Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State If problems occur after you install a device driver
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com 4 Select hard drive and removes any applications or drivers installed after you received your computer. If possible, back up the data before using PC Restore. To use PC Restore: 1 Turn on the computer. During the boot process, a blue bar with www.dell Solving Problems
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    click OK. Enabling System Restore If you reinstall Windows XP with less than 200 MB of free hard-disk space available, System Restore is automatically disabled. To see if System Restore is enabled: 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click System
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com 3 Double-click the filename DSRIRRemv2.exe. NOTE: If you do not log on as a to include the newly available disk space. To check the available space, right-click the c:\ drive in Windows Explorer and select Properties. 6 Click Finish to close the PC Restore Removal
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    • Flash BIOS update program floppy disk or CD Shutting Down Your Computer Use the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from potential damage and to ensure your own personal safety. CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in
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    hard drive while the computer is on, in standby mode, or in hibernate mode. NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile; even a slight bump can damage the drive. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell. 66 Adding and Replacing Parts
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    , you may damage the connector. 5 Insert the drive into the bay, and push the hard drive until it is fully seated in the bay. 6 Replace and tighten the screws. 7 Install the operating system for your computer. 8 Install the drivers and utilities for your computer. Adding and Replacing Parts 67
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    . foam packaging hard drive Memory You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. See page 80 for information on the memory supported by your computer. Install only memory modules that are intended for your computer. 1 Complete the instructions in "Before
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    captive screw memory module cover NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty. 3 If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module: a Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory module connector until
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    may damage your computer. 6 Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical outlet. 7 Turn on the computer. As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information. To confirm the
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    Modem and Mini PCI Card 1 Complete the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 65. 2 Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screw on the modem/Mini section: • To add a modem, see the following section, "Adding a Modem." • To add a Mini PCI card, see page 72. Adding and Replacing Parts 71
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    Mini PCI Card, please follow the instructions noted below. Only products approved for use in your portable computer may be installed. Approved Mini PCI Cards may be purchased only from Dell. NOTE: 2.4 GHz Wireless LAN PC Cards may be removed and installed by the user. 72 Adding and Replacing Parts
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    If you ordered a Mini PCI card with your computer, the card is already installed. 1 If a Mini PCI card is not already installed, go to step 2. If you are replacing a Mini PCI card, remove the existing card: a resistance, check the connectors and realign the card. Adding and Replacing Parts 73
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com 2 Align the Mini PCI card with the connector at a 45-degree angle, and press the Mini PCI card into the connector until it clicks. Mini PCI card antenna cables (2) Mini PCI card connector 3 Connect the antenna cables to the Mini PCI card. 4 Replace the cover. 74
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    Begin" on page 65. 2 Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screw in the memory module cover, and lift the cover away from the computer. captive screw memory module cover 3 Remove the screw labeled "O" next to the memory module cover. CD or DVD drive screw lever Adding and Replacing Parts 75
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    lever (towards the drive) to release the drive. 5 Pull the drive out of the bay. 6 Slide the new drive into the bay until the drive is fully seated. 7 Replace the screw that you removed in step 3. 8 Replace the memory module cover and screw. Keyboard 1 Complete the instructions in "Before You Begin
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    the connector pins, press the keyboard connector evenly into the interface connector on the system board, and do not reverse the keyboard connector. Adding and Replacing Parts 77
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com 8 Connect the keyboard connector of the replacement keyboard to the interface connector on the system board. keyboard before trying to completely seat the keyboard. 10 Replace the four keyboard screws. 11 Replace the hinge cover. 78 Adding and Replacing Parts
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    Celeron® processor 8 KB (internal) 512 KB (Intel Pentium 4); 128 KB (Intel Celeron) 400/533 MHz System Information System chip set Data bus width DRAM bus width Microprocessor address bus width Intel 852GMV 64 bits 64 bits 32 bits PC Card CardBus controller PC Card connector Cards supported PC
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com Memory Memory module connector Memory module capacities Memory type Standard memory Maximum memory Memory access time: clock speed Ports and Connectors Video Audio USB (2) Modem Ethernet LAN Communications Modem: Type Controller Interface Network adapter 2 user-
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    Speaker Internal speaker amplifier Volume controls direct AGP integrated graphics integrated direct AGP Intel UMA integrated 1 MB with Intel DVMT up to 32 MB (with 128 MB of system memory) or 64 MB (with 256 MB or more of system memory) SPWG-B AC'97 (soft audio) Sigmatel 9750 18-bit (analog
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com Display Type (active-matrix TFT) Dimensions: Height: 14.1 inch 15 rate Operating angle Viewing angles: Horizontal Vertical Pixel pitch Power consumption: Panel with backlight (typical) Controls XGA 14.1 inch or 15 inch 214.3 mm (8.4 inches) 228.1 mm (8.99 inches)
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    Keyboard Number of keys Key travel Key spacing Layout Touch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Size: Width Height Battery (8-cell) Type Dimensions: Depth Height Width Weight Voltage Capacity Operating life Life span (approximate) Temperature range: Charge/Discharge Storage 85 (U.S.
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com Battery (12-cell) Type Dimensions: Depth Height Width Weight Voltage Capacity Operating life Life span (approximate) Temperature range: Charge/Discharge Storage AC Adapter Input voltage Input current (maximum) Input frequency Output current Output power Rated output
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    275 mm (10.8 inches) Weight: With CD drive, 8-cell battery, and 3.3 kg (7.17 lb) 14.1-inch display With CD drive, 12-cell battery, and 3.4 kg (7.57 lb) 14.1-inch display With CD drive, 8-cell battery, and 3.5 kg (7.66 lb) 15-inch display With CD drive, 12-cell battery, and 3.7 kg (8.07 lb) 15
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    configuration • Boot order • Boot (start-up) configuration and docking-device configuration settings • Basic device configuration settings • System security and hard-drive password settings NOTICE: Unless you are an expert computer user or are directed to do so by Dell technical support, do not
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    -only basis, see page 88. The Boot Order page displays a general list of the bootable devices that may be installed in your computer, including but not limited to the following: • Diskette Drive • Modular bay HDD • Internal HDD • CD/DVD/CD-RW drive During the boot routine, the computer starts at the
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    use this procedure to boot the Dell Diagnostics on the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive.) 1 Turn off the computer. 2 If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions. 3 Connect the computer
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    Optimizing Power Consumption and Battery Charge Time The AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery in approximately 3 hours with the computer turned off. Charge time is significantly longer if the computer is on and running at high processor speeds and system activity levels. If you run
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    by Dell not under the Dell brand (printers, scanners, cameras, games, and so on). Support for the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed used in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction manual, may cause harmful interference with radio
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    within the country for which they are listed. When you need to contact Dell, use the electronic addresses, telephone numbers, and codes provided in the following and Barbuda Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address General Support General Support Area Codes, Local Numbers, and
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    and portable computers: [email protected] E-mail for servers and EMC® storage products: [email protected] Customer Care Tech Support Tech Support Services Sales Aruba General Support Australia (Sydney) E-mail (Australia): [email protected] International Access Code: 0011
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    Support Brunei Customer Technical Support (Penang, Malaysia) Country Code: 673 Customer Service (Penang, Malaysia) Transaction Sales (Penang, Malaysia) Canada (North York, Ontario) Online Order Status: www.dell Spare Parts Sales & Extended Service Sales Cayman Islands General Support Area
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    or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Sales, Customer Support, and Technical Support Technical Support website: support.dell.com.cn Technical Support E-mail: [email protected] Customer Care E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support Fax Technical Support (Dell™ Dimension™ and Inspiron
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    City Code Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Costa Rica General Support Czech Republic (Prague) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 E-mail: [email protected] Country Code: 420 Technical Support Customer Care Fax Tech Fax Switchboard
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    : 00 Country Code: 49 City Code: 6103 Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/fr/fr/emaildell/ Home and Small Business Technical Support Customer Care Switchboard Switchboard (calls from outside of France) Sales Fax
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    Gold Service Switchboard Sales Fax Grenada General Support Guatemala General Support Guyana General Support Hong Kong Website: support.ap.dell.com International Access Code: 001 Technical Support E-mail: [email protected] Country Code: 852 Technical Support (Dimension and Inspiron
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    Jamaica Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support U.K. Technical Support (dial within U.K. 696 821 14 02 696 821 13 02 696 821 12 02 577 826 90 02 577 825 55 02 575 035 30 02 577 821
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    , and Latitude) Technical Support outside of Japan (Dell Precision, OptiPlex, and Latitude) Technical Support (PDAs, projectors, printers, routers) Technical Support outside of Japan (PDAs, projectors, printers, routers) Faxbox Service 24-Hour Automated Order Service Customer Care Business
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    , Belgium) Switchboard (Brussels, Belgium) Technical Support Customer Service (Xiamen, China) Transaction Sales (Xiamen, China) Website: support.ap.dell.com Technical Support (Dell Precision, OptiPlex, and Latitude) Technical Support (Dimension, Inspiron, and Electronics and Accessories) Technical
  • Dell Inspiron 1150 | Owner's Manual - Page 101
    Service Main Montserrat Netherlands Antilles Netherlands (Amsterdam) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 31 City Code: 20 New Zealand International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 64 Nicaragua General Support General Support Website: support.euro.dell.com Technical Support Technical Support
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    Support Peru General Support Poland (Warsaw) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 011 E-mail: [email protected] Country Code: 48 Customer Service 800 300 412 or 21 422 07 10 21 424 01 12 1-800-805-7545 toll-free: 1-877-441-4731 1-800-882-1521 toll-free: 1-877-
  • Dell Inspiron 1150 | Owner's Manual - Page 103
    Code: 005 Country Code: 65 Technical Support (Dimension, Inspiron, and Electronics and Accessories) Technical Support (OptiPlex, Latitude, and Dell Precision) Technical Support (PowerApp, PowerEdge, PowerConnect, and PowerVault) Customer Service (Penang, Malaysia) Transaction Sales Corporate
  • Dell Inspiron 1150 | Owner's Manual - Page 104
    Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/es/es/emaildell/ Home and Small Business Technical Support Customer Care Sales Switchboard Fax Corporate Technical Support Customer Care Switchboard Fax Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail
  • Dell Inspiron 1150 | Owner's Manual - Page 105
    Code City Code Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Taiwan Website: support.ap.dell.com International Access Code: 002 E-mail: [email protected] Country Code: 886 Technical Support (OptiPlex, Latitude, Inspiron, Dimension, and Electronics and Accessories) Technical
  • Dell Inspiron 1150 | Owner's Manual - Page 106
    Access Code: 00 Country Code: 44 City Code: 1344 Uruguay Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers Website: support.euro.dell.com Customer Care website: support.euro.dell.com/uk/en/ECare/Form/Home.asp E-mail: dell_direct_support
  • Dell Inspiron 1150 | Owner's Manual - Page 107
    Order-Status Service Support toll-free: 1-800-624-9896 Customer Service toll-free: 1-800-624-9897 DellNet™ Service and Support Parts Sales toll-free: 1-800-357-3355 Extended Service and Warranty Sales toll-free: 1-800-247-4618 Fax toll-free: 1-800-727-8320 Dell Services for the Deaf, Hard
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com 108 Appendix
  • Dell Inspiron 1150 | Owner's Manual - Page 109
    , 11 Dell Diagnostics, 49 Dell Premier Support website, 9, 11 device status lights description, 15 diagnostics Dell, 49 display description, 13 system view, 13 display latch description, 13 system view, 13 documentation help file, 10 online, 11 Setup Diagram, 9 System Information Guide, 9 drivers
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    CD or DVD drive DVDs copying, 41 E e-mail fixing problems, 25 F floppy drive fixing problems, 55 H hard drive description, 21 replacing, 66 returning to Dell, 68 system view, 21 hardware Dell Diagnostics, 49 Hardware Troubleshooter, 60 Help and Support Center, 11 help file, 10 I installing parts
  • Dell Inspiron 1150 | Owner's Manual - Page 111
    setting up, 26 USB, 26 problems Dell Diagnostics, 49 restore to previous state, 61 programs crashes, 56 not responding, 57 R reinstalling drivers, 59 Windows XP, 61 S safety instructions, 9 scanner fixing problems, 54 security cable slot description, 18 system view, 18 Service Tag, 10 Setup Diagram
  • Dell Inspiron 1150 | Owner's Manual - Page 112
    See UPS UPS, 28 USB connector description, 20 system view, 20 V video connector description, 20 system view, 20 W warranty, 9 wet computer, 57 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 59 Hardware Troubleshooter, 60 Help and Support Center, 11 printer, 27 reinstalling, 61 System Restore, 61 112 Index
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Dell™ Inspiron™ 1150
Owner’s Manual
Model PP08L