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    Dell™ Inspiron™ 6000 Owner's Manual Model PP12L www.dell.com | support.dell.com
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    list of abbreviations and acronyms, see the Dell Inspiron Help file. To access the help file, see "Finding Information" on page 9. If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this document to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are not applicable. Information in this document
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    Printer 24 Power Protection Devices 25 Surge Protectors 25 Line Conditioners 26 Uninterruptible Power Supplies 26 3 Using a Battery Battery Performance 27 Checking the Battery Charge 28 Dell QuickSet Battery Meter 28 Microsoft Windows Power Meter 28 Charge Gauge 28 Low-Battery Warning 29
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    Tips 32 Using Dell MediaDirect 33 Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device 34 S-Video Connection 34 Composite Video Connection 35 Enabling the Display Settings for a TV 37 5 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric Keypad 39 Key Combinations 40 System Functions 40 Battery 40 CD or
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    ® Windows® XP . . . . . 49 8 Solving Problems Dell Diagnostics 51 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 51 Drive Problems 53 DVD drive problems 53 Hard drive problems 54 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 55 Error Messages 56 IEEE 1394 Device Problems 58 Keyboard Problems 58 External keyboard
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    Problems 68 If the display is blank 68 If the display is difficult to read 69 If only part of the display is readable 69 Drivers 69 What Is a Driver 69 Identifying Drivers 70 Reinstalling Drivers 70 Restoring Your Operating System 71 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 71 Using Dell
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    Hard Drive 77 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 79 Memory 79 Modem 82 Wireless Mini PCI Card 84 Coin-Cell Battery 86 Display 87 Optical Drive 88 Hinge Cover 89 Keyboard 90 Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 91 10 Appendix Specifications 93 Using the System Setup Program 99
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    8 Contents
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    ® Windows® • How to play CDs and DVDs • How to use standby mode and hibernate mode • How to change my display resolution • How to clean my computer 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
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    .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, warranty, and repair information • Service and support - Service call status and support history, service
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    Downloads - Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Notebook System Software (NSS)- If you reinstall the operating system for your computer, you should also reinstall the NSS utility. NSS provides critical updates for your operating system and support for Dell™ 3.5-inch USB floppy drives
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    12 Finding Information
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    View display latches (2) display latch release keyboard status lights display power button keyboard device status lights touch pad buttons touch S P L A Y - For more information about your display, see the Dell Inspiron Help file. To access the help file, see "Finding Information" on page
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    , and blinks when the computer is in a 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. Turns on steadily or blinks to indicate battery charge status. If the computer is connected to an
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    Experience or Microsoft® Windows® Media Center Edition. See "Using Dell MediaDirect" on page 33. Plays the previous track. Plays the next track. Stop. S P E A K E R S - To adjust the volume of the integrated speakers, press the media control buttons or speaker-volume keyboard shortcuts. For more
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    includes a numeric keypad as well as the Microsoft Windows logo key. For information on supported keyboard shortcuts, see "Key Combinations" on page 40. KEYBOARD STATUS LIGHTS The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following: 9 Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled
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    View air vent security cable slot optical drive optical-drive-tray eject button A I R V Lets you attach a 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 that it will
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    Side View audio connectors USB connectors (2) hard drive PC Card slot AUDIO CONNECTORS IEEE 1394 connector Secure Digital I/O slot Attach headphones or speakers to the connector. Attach a microphone to the connector. U S B C O N N E C T O R S - Connect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or
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    or other SD I/O device. Use Secure Digital memory cards to save or back up data. P C C A R D S L O T - Supports one PC Card, such as a modem or network adapter. The computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the slot. For more information, see the Dell™ Inspiron™ Help file. To access the help
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    as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. S-VIDEO TV-OUT CONNECTOR Connects your computer to a TV. Also connects digital audio capable devices using the TV/digital audio adapter cable. VIDEO CONNECTOR Connects an external VGA-compatible monitor. For more information, see the Dell Inspiron Help file. To
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    the AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp the connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly but gently to avoid damaging the cable. Bottom View battery charge gauge optical drive locking screw battery-bay latch release optical drive bay battery hard drive fan memory/modem cover
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    H A R D D R I V E - Stores software and data. For more information, see "Hard Drive" on page 77 and "Hard drive problems" on page 54. M E M O R Y / M O D E M C O V E R - Covers the compartment that contains the memory and modem. For more information, see page 79. F A N - The computer uses fans to
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    network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP), such as AOL jack before you set up your Internet connection. If you are using a DSL or cable modem connection, contact your ISP for setup instructions on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. 3 Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the
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    If you selected Set up my connection manually, continue to step 6. Otherwise, follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup. NOTE: If service outage. Contact your ISP to check the service status, or try connecting again later. Setting Up a Printer NOTICE: Complete the operating system
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    NOTICE: Most surge protectors do not protect against power fluctuations or power interruptions caused by nearby lightning strikes. When lightning jack for modem protection. See the surge protector documentation for modem connection instructions. NOTICE: Not all surge protectors offer network adapter
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    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 may result in data loss or file damage. NOTE: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to a UPS. Connect other
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    Dell Inspiron Help file. To access the help file, see "Finding Information" on page 9. NOTE: It is recommended that you connect your computer to an electrical outlet when writing to a CD or DVD. You can check the battery charge before you insert the battery into the computer. You can also set power
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    taskbar, and click Help. Microsoft Windows Power Meter The Windows Power Meter indicates the remaining battery charge. To check the Power Meter, double-click the icon on the taskbar. For more information about the Power Meter tab, see "Power Management" in the Dell Inspiron Help file. To access the
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    pop-up window warns you when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. For more information about low-battery alarms, see "Power Management" in the Dell Inspiron Help file. To access the help file, see "Finding Information" on page 9. Charging the Battery NOTE: The AC adapter charges
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    from the bay. battery charge gauge battery-bay latch release battery Installing a Battery CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. Replace the battery only with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. The lithium-ion battery is designed to work with
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    -RW combo drive and you experience recording problems, check for available software patches at the Sonic support website at support.sonic.com. Currently, five DVD-writable disc formats are available: DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, and DVD-RAM. The DVD-writable drives installed in Dell™ computers can
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    hard drive. When prompted, insert a blank CD or DVD into the CD or DVD drive and click OK. • If you have two CD or DVD drives, select the drive Use Microsoft® Windows® Explorer to drag create audio DVDs support website at support.sonic.com for additional information. 32 Using CDs, DVDs, and
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    's functionality. For more information about Dell QuickSet, see the Dell Inspiron Help file. To access the help file, see "Finding Information" on page 9. If you have Microsoft Windows Media Center Edition or Dell Media Experience installed, you can use Dell MediaDirect to launch your media
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    composite video cable to connect your computer to your TV. For a TV with only a composite video-input connector, you must also use a composite TV-out adapter cable, which is available from Dell. The audio connector on the side of the computer enables you to connect the computer to your TV or
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    headphone connector on your computer. 5 Plug the two RCA connectors on the other end of the audio cable in to the audio input connectors on your TV or other audio device. 6 Turn on the TV, turn on any audio device that you connected (if applicable), and then turn on the computer. 7 See "Enabling the
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    1 Turn off the computer and the TV and/or audio device that you want to connect. 2 Connect the composite TV-out adapter cable to the S-video TV-out connector on the computer. S-video TV-out connector composite TV-out adapter cable S-video connector composite video-input connector 3 Plug one
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    the other end of the audio cable in to the audio input connectors on your TV or other audio device. 7 Turn on the TV and any audio device that you connected (if have either a video-controller card or a video controller on the system board (known as an integrated video controller). See the following
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    the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Double-click the Intel (R) GMA Driver for Mobile icon. 3 If you want to use only a TV without using Media Accelerator window. For more information, click Information in the Intel (R) Graphics Media Accelerator window, and then click the Support tab. 38
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    Numeric Keypad numeric keypad The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on an external keyboard. Each key on the keypad has multiple functions. The keypad numbers and symbols are the keypad is active. • To disable the keypad, press again. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 39
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    Bluetooth wireless technology Power Management Activates a power management mode. You can reprogram this keyboard shortcut to activate a different power management mode using the Advanced tab in the Power Options Properties window. See "Power Management" in the Dell Inspiron Help file
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    a network) Windows logo key and Opens the System Properties dialog box To adjust keyboard operation, such as the character repeat rate, open the Control Panel, click Printers and Other Hardware, and click Keyboard. For information about the Control Panel, see the Dell Inspiron Help file
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    about the Control Panel, see the Dell Inspiron Help file. To access the help file, see "Finding Information" on page 9. 2 In the Mouse Properties window, click the Touch Pad tab to adjust touch pad settings. 3 Click OK to save the settings and close the window. 42 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad
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    that supports a single Type I or Type II card. The PC Card slot supports Card (for example, a wireless network adapter) is longer than a standard PC Card end of the card can damage the system board. • Always remove an extended PC instructions in the Product Information Guide. Using PC Cards 43
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    force the card. Check the card orientation and try again. The computer recognizes most PC Cards and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. If the configuration program tells you to load the manufacturer's drivers, use the floppy disk or CD that came with the PC Card. 44 Using PC Cards
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    a card by pulling its cable, if one is attached. CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. Press the latch and remove the card or blank. For some latches, you must press the latch twice: once to pop the latch
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    46 Using PC Cards
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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 the back of your computer. NOTE: Insert the cable until it clicks into place, and then gently pull it to ensure that it
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    Windows® XP operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2). 4 Complete the checklist and required preparations. 5 Return to the Network Setup Wizard and follow the instructions on the screen your wireless connection, go to support.dell.com and search for the
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    a Wireless Network in Microsoft® Windows® XP Your wireless network card requires specific software and drivers in order to connect to a network. The software is already installed. If the software is removed or corrupted, follow the instructions included in the user's guide for your wireless network
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    network (identified by a icon), you must enter a WEP or WPA key when prompted. NOTE: Network security settings are unique to your network. Dell cannot provide this information. Your network is configured automatically. NOTE: Your computer can take up to 1 minute to connect to the network. After
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    Only)" on page 101. If the Pre-boot System Assessment completes successfully, you receive the message Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. Press any key to continue. 5 Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive. Solving Problems 51
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    code and problem description and follow the instructions on the screen. If you cannot resolve the error condition, contact Dell. See "FCC Notices (U.S. Only)" on page 101. NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is located at the top of each test screen. If you contact Dell, technical support will
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    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 D V D + R W D I S C - See the Dell Inspiron Help file or search for the keyword standby in the Windows Help and Support Center for information on power management modes. To access help, see "Finding Information" on page 9. Solving Problems 53
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    inserted properly. Hard drive problems 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 -checking, click Check Now. 6 Click Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors. 7 Click Start. 54 Solving Problems
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    point to All Programs, and then click Modem Helper. Follow the instructions on the screen to identify and resolve modem problems. (Modem Helper may not be available on certain computers.) VERIFY THAT THE MODEM IS COMMUNICATING WITH WINDOWS - 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click
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    , go to support.dell.com and search for the keyword spyware. Error Messages CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. If the message is not listed, see the documentation for the operating system or the program
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    - Reinstall the hard drive. See page 77. If the problem persists, contact Dell. See "FCC screen. 5 See the program documentation for installation instructions. X : \ I S N O T A C C E S S I B L E . T H E D E V I C E I S N O T R E A D Y - Insert a disk into the drive and try again. Solving Problems
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    section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTE: Use the integrated keyboard when running the Dell Diagnostics or the system setup program. When you attach an external keyboard, the integrated keyboard remains fully functional. External keyboard problems NOTE: When you
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    lock lights on the keyboard blink during the boot routine. 3 From the Windows desktop, click the Start Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. The computer does not start up ENSURE THAT THE AC ADAPTER
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    it runs in an environment similar to non-Windows XP operating system environments. 1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs→Accessories, and then click Program Compatibility Wizard. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on the screen. A solid blue screen appears TU
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    is installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. BACK UP YOUR FILES IMMEDIATELY USE A VIRUS-SCANNING PROGRAM TO CHECK THE HARD DRIVE, FLOPPY DISKS, OR CDS SAVE AND CLOSE ANY OPEN FILES
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    Ensure that you are following the memory installation guidelines. See "Memory" on page 79. • Run the Dell Diagnostics. See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 51. Network Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide
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    I D E D B Y D E L L - Contact the PC Card manufacturer. Power Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTE: See the Dell Inspiron Help file for information on standby mode. To access the help file, see
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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 "Finding Information" on page 9. 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, reinstall the memory modules. See
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    IS RECOGNIZED BY WINDOWS - 1 instructions Scanner Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide setup and troubleshooting information. U N L O C K T H E S C A N N E R - Ensure that your scanner is unlocked if
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    and Other Hardware. 2 Click Scanners and Cameras. If your scanner is listed, Windows recognizes the scanner. R E I N S T A L L T H E S C A N N E R D R I V E R - See the scanner documentation for instructions. Sound and Speaker Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section
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    more information, see "Audio Connectors" on page 18. A D J U S T T H E W I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - Click or double-click the speaker icon in the lower-right corner of your screen. Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the sound is not muted. Touch Pad or Mouse Problems CHECK THE
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    than your computer supports, it is recommended that you attach an external monitor to your computer. C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y - If you are using a battery to power your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet using the AC adapter, and turn on
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    can cause poor picture quality. ADJUST THE WINDOWS DISPLAY SETTINGS - 1 Click the Start button Dell. See "FCC Notices (U.S. Only)" on page 101. Drivers What Is a Driver? A driver is a program that controls a device such as a printer, mouse, or keyboard. All devices require a driver program. A driver
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    "Reinstalling Drivers." Reinstalling Drivers NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com provides approved drivers for Dell™ computers. If you install drivers obtained from other sources, your computer might not work correctly. Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback If a problem occurs on
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    resolve the problem, then use System Restore to return your computer to the operating state that existed before you installed the new driver. See "Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore" on page 71. Manually Reinstalling Drivers 1 After copying the required driver files to your hard drive, click
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    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, use Device Driver Rollback (see page 70) to resolve the problem. If that is unsuccessful, then
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    deletes all data on the 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.com appears at the top
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    System Restore screen system setup or is detected but incorrectly configured, you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve the incompatibility. To resolve incompatibilities using the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Type hardware troubleshooter
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    operating system shutdown process finishes. 2 Ensure that the computer and any attached devices are turned off. If your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when you shut down your operating system, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds. Adding and Replacing Parts
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    follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: Handle jack. 3 Disconnect any telephone or network cables from the computer. NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you service the computer. 76 Adding and Replacing Parts
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    NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell. NOTE: If you are installing a hard drive from a source other than Dell, you need to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on the new hard drive. Adding and Replacing Parts 77
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    , you may damage the connector. 5 Slide the hard drive into the bay until it is fully seated. 6 Replace and tighten the screws. 7 Install the operating system for your computer. See "Restoring Your Operating System" on page 71. 8 Install the drivers and utilities for your computer. See "Reinstalling
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    Dell in its original or comparable foam packaging. Otherwise, the hard drive may be damaged in transit. foam packaging hard drive Memory You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. See "Specifications" on page 93 for information on the memory supported
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    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 the module pops up. b Remove the module from the connector. memory module 80 Adding and Replacing Parts securing clips
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    memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot properly. No error message indicates this failure. 5 Ground yourself and install the new memory the click, remove the module and reinstall it. notch tab 6 Replace the memory module cover. NOTICE: If the cover is difficult to close,
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    7 Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical outlet. 8 Reinstall the hard drive. See "Hard Drive" on page 77. 9 Turn on the computer. As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration
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    feel resistance, check the connectors and realign the card. b Align the modem with the screw holes and press the modem into the connector on the system board. c Replace the screw that secures the modem to the system board. 5 Replace the modem cover. Adding and Replacing Parts 83
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    follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 75. 2 Remove the hinge cover. See "Hinge Cover" on page 89. 3 Remove the keyboard. See "Keyboard" on page 90 . Mini PCI card metal securing tabs (2) 84 Adding and Replacing Parts
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    5 Install the replacement Mini PCI card: a Align the Mini PCI card with the connector at a 45-degree angle, and press the Mini PCI card into the card, never place cables under the card. b Connect the antenna cables to the Mini PCI card. Mini PCI card antenna cables Adding and Replacing Parts 85
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    cover. See "Hinge Cover" on page 89. 3 Remove the keyboard. See "Keyboard" on page 90. 4 Insert a plastic scribe into the guide on the side of the coin-cell battery compartment, and pop the battery out. coin-cell battery When you replace the battery, insert it at a 30-degree angle under the clip
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    Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer). NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before
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    Information Guide. 1 Turn the computer over. 2 Remove the optical-drive security screw. 3 Insert a scribe into the notch and push it to the side to release the drive from the bay. optical drive notch 4 Slide the drive out of the bay. optical-drive security screw 88 Adding and Replacing Parts
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    Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer). NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery When replacing the
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    the keyboard and hold it up and slightly forward to allow access to the keyboard connector. c Pull up on the keyboard connector pull-tab to disconnect the keyboard connector from the system board. screws (2) keyboard tabs (5) 90 Adding and Replacing Parts keyboard connector pull-tab system board
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    into the palm rest, and then secure the keyboard in place. Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by
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    92 Adding and Replacing Parts
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    bus frequency System Information System chip set Data bus width DRAM bus width Processor address bus width Flash EPROM Graphics Bus PCI bus PC Card CardBus controller PC Card connector Cards supported PC Card connector size Data width (maximum) Memory Memory module connector Memory module capacities
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    ) Memory type Minimum memory Maximum memory Ports and Connectors Audio IEEE 1394a Mini PCI Modem Network adapter S-video TV-out USB Video SDI/O Communications Modem: Type Controller Interface Network adapter Wireless Video Video type: Data bus Video controller Video memory LCD interface TV support
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    memory LCD interface TV support Audio Audio type Audio controller Stereo conversion Interfaces: Internal External Speaker Internal speaker amplifier Volume controls Audio connector two 4-ohm speakers 1-W channel into 4 ohms keyboard shortcuts, program menus, media control buttons Sigmatel STAC9751 AC
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    Viewing angles: Horizontal Vertical Pixel pitch: WXGA WSXGA+ WUXGA Power consumption (panel with backlight) (typical) Controls Keyboard Number of keys Layout Touch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Size: Width Height Battery Type Dimensions: Depth Height Width 60 Hz 0° (closed) to
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    varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions. See "Power Problems" on page 63. See "Using a Battery" on page 27 for more information on battery life. 500 discharge/charge cycles 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) -40° to 65°C (-40° to 149
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    Physical Height Width Depth Weight (with 6-cell battery): Configurable to less than 38 mm (1.5 inches) 354 mm (13.9 vibration spectrum that simulates user environment): Operating Storage Maximum shock (measured with hard drive in head-parked position and a 2-ms half-sine pulse): Operating Storage
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    and hard-drive password settings • Power management settings • Boot (start-up) configuration and display settings • Docking-device settings • Wireless control settings NOTICE: Unless you are an expert computer user or are directed to do so by Dell technical support, do not change the system setup
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    you save the changes and exit system setup. Performing a One-Time Boot You can set a one-time-only boot sequence without entering system setup. (You can also use this procedure to boot the Dell Diagnostics on the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive.) 1 Shut down the computer through the
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    Only) Technician-assisted technical support requires the cooperation and participation of the customer in the troubleshooting process and provides for restoration of the operating system, software programs, and hardware drivers to the original default configuration as shipped from Dell, as well as
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    the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to and used in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction manual, may cause interference with radio communications. Company name: Dell Inc. One Dell Way Round Rock, Texas 78682 USA 512-
  • Dell Inspiron 6000 | Owner's Manual - Page 103
    disassembly is prohibited. Contacting Dell To contact Dell electronically, you can access the following websites: • www.dell.com • support.dell.com (technical support) • premiersupport.dell.com (technical support certain countries, technical support specific to Dell XPS portable computers is
  • Dell Inspiron 6000 | Owner's Manual - Page 104
    .com 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 E-mail Customer Care (Australia and Country
  • Dell Inspiron 6000 | Owner's Manual - Page 105
    : 00 Country Code: 32 City Code: 2 E-mail for French-speaking Customers: support.euro.dell.com/be/fr/emaildell/ Technical Support for XPS portable computers only Technical Support for all other Dell computers Technical Support Fax Customer Care Corporate Sales Fax Switchboard Bermuda General
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    Online Order Status: www.dell.ca/ostatus International Access Code: 011 AutoTech (automated technical support) Customer Care (Home government) Spare Parts Sales & Extended Service Sales Cayman Islands General Support Chile (Santiago) Sales, Customer Support, and Technical Support Country Code
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    Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address 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) Technical Support (OptiPlex™, Latitude™, and Dell
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    Fax Switchboard Denmark (Copenhagen) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/dk/da/emaildell/ Country Code: 45 Technical Support for XPS portable computers only Technical Support for all other Dell computers Customer Care (Relational) Home
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    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 for XPS portable computers only Technical Support for all other Dell computers Customer Care Switchboard
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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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    Code: 02 Jamaica Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support for XPS portable computers only Technical Support for all other Dell computers U.K. Technical Support (dial within U.K. only) Home User
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    Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Japan (Kawasaki) Website: support.jp.dell.com International Access Code: 001 Technical Support (servers) Country Code: 81 Technical Support outside of Japan (servers) City Code: 44 Technical Support (Dimension and Inspiron) Technical Support 2194-6000
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    Sales Corporate Sales Customer Care Fax 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 6000 | Owner's Manual - Page 114
    Address Customer Technical Support Sales Customer Service Main Montserrat Netherlands Antilles Netherlands (Amsterdam) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 31 City Code: 20 General Support General Support Website: support.euro.dell.com Technical Support for XPS portable computers only
  • Dell Inspiron 6000 | Owner's Manual - Page 115
    Support for XPS portable computers only Technical Support for all other Dell products Relational Customer Care Home/Small Business Customer Care Switchboard Fax Switchboard General Support General Support Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: [email protected] Customer Service Phone
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    : 351 Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/pt/en/emaildell/ Technical Support Customer Care Sales Fax Puerto Rico General Support St. Kitts and Nevis General Support St. Lucia General Support St. Vincent and
  • Dell Inspiron 6000 | Owner's Manual - Page 117
    and E-Mail Address Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: [email protected] Gold Queue Technical Support Customer Care Sales Fax Switchboard Customer Technical Support, Customer Service, and Sales (Penang, Malaysia) Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/es/es/emaildell
  • Dell Inspiron 6000 | Owner's Manual - Page 118
    Country Code City Code Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Sweden (Upplands Vasby) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/se/sv/emaildell/ Country Code: 46 Technical Support for XPS portable computers only City Code
  • Dell Inspiron 6000 | Owner's Manual - Page 119
    Sales General Support General Support Website: support.euro.dell.com Customer Care website: support.euro.dell.com/uk/en/ECare/Form/Home.asp E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support (Corporate/Preferred Accounts/PAD [1000+ employees]) Technical Support for XPS portable computers
  • Dell Inspiron 6000 | Owner's Manual - Page 120
    Sales U.S. Virgin Islands Venezuela Dell Outlet Store (Dell refurbished computers) Software and Peripherals Sales Spare Parts Sales Extended Service and Warranty Sales Fax Dell Services for the Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, or Speech-Impaired General Support General Support Area Codes, Local Numbers
  • Dell Inspiron 6000 | Owner's Manual - Page 121
    , 15, 33 Dell Premier Support website, 9-10 device status lights, 14 diagnostics Dell, 51 display description, 13-14 removing, 87 display latch, 13 display settings for a TV enabling in Windows XP, 37 documentation help file, 9 online, 10 Setup Diagram, 9 System Information Guide, 9 Dolby headphones
  • Dell Inspiron 6000 | Owner's Manual - Page 122
    H hard drive description, 22 problems, 54 replacing, 77 returning to Dell, 79 hardware conflicts, 74 Hardware Troubleshooter, 74 Help and Support Center, 11 help file, 9 hinge cover removing, 89 I IEEE 1394 connector description, 18 problems, 58 Internet connection, 23 IRQ conflicts, 74 K keyboard
  • Dell Inspiron 6000 | Owner's Manual - Page 123
    , 61 technical support policy, 101 video and display, 68 Q QuickSet, 28, 33, 40 R RAM. See memory regulatory notice FCC, 101 reinstalling Windows XP, 71 S safety instructions, 9 scanner problems, 65 screen. See display Secure Digital I/O slot, 19 security cable slot description, 17 Service Tag, 10
  • Dell Inspiron 6000 | Owner's Manual - Page 124
    in Windows XP, 37 U uninterruptible power supply. See UPS UPS, 25 USB connectors description, 20 V video problems, 68 video connector description, 20 W warranty, 9 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 70 enabling display settings for a TV, 37 Hardware Troubleshooter, 74 Help and Support Center
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