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Dell™ Inspiron™ 7500 System REFERENCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE BE DIRECT ™ ™ www.dell.com - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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this guide, of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation Dell Computer Corporation is strictly forbidden. Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, and MegaBay are trademarks and DellWare is a service mark of Dell - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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electric shock, plug the AC adapter and peripheral power cables into properly grounded power sources. These cables are equipped with 3-prong plugs to help ensure proper grounding. Do not use adapter plugs or remove the grounding prong from a cable. If you must use an extension cable, use a 3-wire - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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extension cable does not exceed the ampere rating of the extension cable. • To remove power from the computer, turn it off, remove the battery pack, and disconnect the AC adapter mechanical shocks. • Protect your computer, battery, and hard-disk drive from environmental hazards such as dirt, dust - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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computer before removing the memory module remove the battery pack(s). • Clean your computer and display with a soft cloth dampened with water rather than with liquid or aerosol cleaners. • If your computer gets wet or is damaged, follow the procedures described in Chapter 3, "Basic Troubleshooting - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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is at eye level or slightly lower when you are sitting in front of the monitor. • Use a chair that provides good lower-back support. • Keep your forearms horizontal with your wrists in a neutral, comfortable position while using the keyboard, trackball, touch pad, or external mouse. • Always use - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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telecommunication lines from the computer. 3. Remove the main battery from the MegaBay and, if necessary, the second battery from the media bay. 4. before you touch any of your computer's electronic components, such as a memory module. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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• When unpacking a static-sensitive component from its shipping carton, do not remove the component from the antistatic packing material until you are ready to install the precautions: NOTICE: See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions at the front of this guide. x - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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detailed instructions for reinstalling system drivers and software. • Chapter 5, "Getting Help," describes the help tools Dell provides to assist you if you have a problem with the computer. It also explains how and when to call Dell for technical assistance. • Appendix A, "Technical Specifications - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Setup Guide provides instructions for setting up a Dell Inspiron computer and for using your computer's hardware. • The system Help contains essential information you need to use your computer. To open the Help, click the Start button, point to Programs-> Dell Documents, and click Dell Inspiron 7500 - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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for specific elements of text throughout this document: • Interface components are window titles, button and icon names, menu names New font are intended to be typed as part of an instruction. Example: "Type format to format the diskette in drive A." • Filenames and directory names are presented - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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, for example, or it can be text that you are instructed to type as part of a command (referred to as a command line). Screen text is presented in the Courier New font. Example: The following message appears on your screen: No boot device available • Variables are symbols for which you substitute - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Options and Upgrades 2-1 Using the AC Adapter 2-1 Using the Media Bay 2-2 Using the MegaBay 2-3 Installing a Battery 2-5 Attaching the Composite TV-Out Adapter Cable 2-6 Installing an Internal Hard-Disk Drive 2-7 Returning a Hard-Disk Drive to Dell 2-9 Installing Memory Modules 2-9 Creating - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Failure When Using the AC Adapter 3-14 Total Power Failure When Using a Battery 3-14 No Power to a Part of the Computer 3-16 Troubleshooting the Diskette Drive 3-16 Troubleshooting the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Drive 3-17 Troubleshooting the Hard-Disk Drive 3-18 Troubleshooting an External Keyboard - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Help From the Support Web Site 4-14 Contacting Dell 4-14 Getting Help 5-1 Technical Assistance 5-1 Help Tools 5-2 World Wide Web 5-2 AutoTech Service 5-3 TechFax Service 5-3 TechConnect BBS 5-3 Automated Order-Status System 5-4 Technical Support Service 5-4 Problems With Your Order - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Specifications A-1 Using the Setup Program B-1 Accessing the Setup Program B-2 Main Menu B-2 System Devices Menu B-4 Security Menu B-7 Power Menu B-8 Boot Menu B-11 Exit Menu Regulatory Information D-5 CE Notice (European Union D-6 Battery Disposal D-6 EN 55022 Compliance (Czech Republic - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Using the AC Adapter 2-1 Figure 2-2. Removing a Device From the Media Bay 2-3 Figure 2-3. Removing a Device From the MegaBay 2-4 Figure 2-4. Adjusting the Battery Bezel 2-5 Figure 2-5. Using the Composite TV-Out Adapter Cable 2-6 Figure 2-6. Removing the Internal Hard-Disk Drive 2-8 Figure - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Line Assignments 3-9 International Dialing Codes 5-8 Dell Contact Numbers 5-9 Technical Specifications A-1 Main Menu Options B-3 System Devices Menu Options B-5 Security Menu Options B-7 Power Menu Options B-9 Boot Menu Options B-11 Exit Menu Options B-13 System Error Messages C-1 Beep - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Using the AC Adapter 2-1 Figure 2-2. Removing a Device From the Media Bay 2-3 Figure 2-3. Removing a Device From the MegaBay 2-4 Figure 2-4. Adjusting the Battery Bezel 2-5 Figure 2-5. Using the Composite TV-Out Adapter Cable 2-6 Figure 2-6. Removing the Internal Hard-Disk Drive 2-8 Figure - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Line Assignments 3-9 International Dialing Codes 5-8 Dell Contact Numbers 5-9 Technical Specifications A-1 Main Menu Options B-3 System Devices Menu Options B-5 Security Menu Options B-7 Power Menu Options B-9 Boot Menu Options B-11 Exit Menu Options B-13 System Error Messages C-1 Beep - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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as available upgrades. Hardware Features Your Dell™ Inspiron™ computer has the following hardware features: • An Intel® microprocessor incorporating the latest processor technology. • An ATI video controller with an accelerated graphics port (AGP 2X), 4 or 8 megabytes (MB) of video memory, 3D assist - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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any combination) or one Type III card. Dell-installed device drivers on the hard-disk drive support the operation of many standard PC Cards. • A basic input/output system (BIOS) that resides in flash memory and can be upgraded by diskette. You can obtain a BIOS upgrade, if required, on diskette from - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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you may need to install a specific driver for that device to obtain its port. A composite TV-out adapter cable allows you to use a television with the computer. • A docking connector for attaching the computer to the optional port replicator connector speakers (2) support.dell.com The following - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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. • Air intake - The air intake works with the fan as part of the computer's automatic thermal management system. When operating conditions make it necessary, a small internal fan turns on and helps draw air through the air intake. 1-4 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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of the Computer TV-out S-video connector infrared port fan exhaust parallel port connector serial port connector video connector docking connector USB connector PS/2 connector PC Card slot volume control audio connectors AC adapter connector Figure 1-2. Back View of the Computer The following - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Connect record/playback devices such as cassette players and CD players to the line-in connector (the connector closest to the AC adapter connector). • AC adapter connector - Use this connector to attach an AC adapter to the computer. 1-6 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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LS-120 drive combination module • Zip drive module for the MegaBay • External devices, such as pointing devices, printers, external monitors, external keyboards, and numeric keypads, that connect to ports on the back of the computer • AC adapter • Extra batteries • Hard-disk drives support.dell.com - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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• Advanced port replicator with a network interface controller (NIC) • Memory modules (32-, 64-, 128-, 192-, and 256-MB capacities) • Leather and nylon carrying cases • Microphone, external speakers, headphones • Network PC Cards To order any of these upgrades, call Dell. For instructions, refer to - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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to work only with Dell Inspiron 7500 portable computers. Do not use adapters from other computers, and do not attempt to use this adapter with other computers. AC adapter connector Figure 2-1. Using the AC Adapter support.dell.com AC power cable AC adapter AC adapter cable Options and Upgrades 2-1 - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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and close any open files, exit any open application programs, and shut down the computer. 2. Remove the currently installed device: a. Close the display and turn the computer over so that it is oriented as illustrated in Figure 2-2. 2-2 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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battery • Zip drive • Second hard-disk drive When you receive your computer, the main battery is installed in the MegaBay. NOTICE: Do not change devices while the computer is connected to a port replicator. The docking connector can be irreparably damaged. support.dell.com Options and Upgrades - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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the device out of the MegaBay with the other. battery latch bottom of computer latch lock (unlocked position) MegaBay device Figure 2-3. Removing a Device From the MegaBay 4. With the latch available when you turn the system on again. 2-4 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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support.dell.com battery bezel Figure 2-4. Adjusting the Battery Bezel CAUTION: The lithium-ion battery is designed to work with Dell Inspiron 7500 computers only. Do not attempt to use it with other computers, and do not use a battery from another computer with the Dell Inspiron 7500. Replace - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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connector. If the television has only a composite cable connector, connect the composite TV-out adapter cable that came with your computer to the TV-out S-video connector on the computer ( " in the system Help for instructions. 2-6 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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(BIOS) may not support hard-disk drives obtained from vendors other than Dell. Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard-disk drives obtained from other sources. NOTICE: To prevent data loss, shut down your computer before removing or installing your hard-disk drive. Do - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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, see "Running the Dell Diagnostics," in Chapter 3. 9. Install the Microsoft Windows 98 or Windows NT operating system and the computer's drivers and utilities. See Chapter 4, "Installing System Software," for instructions. 2-8 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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-Dell-installed 192-MB memory module, you must install it in slot 2. To install memory module(s), perform the following steps. CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the "Safety Instructions" of this guide. NOTICE: Do not install or remove - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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, carefully spread apart the inner metal tabs of the memory module socket just far enough for the memory module to disengage from the socket (the module should pop up slightly). Then lift the memory module away from the socket. 2-10 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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the module down until it clicks. bottom of computer slot 1 slot 2 support.dell.com memory module Figure 2-10. Installing a Memory Module 8. Replace the memory module cover. 9. Reinstall any batteries you removed in step 3. 10. Reconnect your computer and peripherals to electrical outlets. 11 - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Microsoft Windows 98 Startup Menu appears, press the down-arrow key to select Start computer with CD-ROM support and press . 4. When A:\> appears on the screen, insert the System Software CD into your CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. 2-12 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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• Parallel devices • Infrared devices For instructions, refer to the section titled "Connecting External Devices" in the system Help. To open the Help, click the Start button, point to Programs-> Dell Documents, and click Dell Inspiron 7500 System Help. support.dell.com Options and Upgrades 2-13 - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Troubleshooting support.dell.com This chapter guides you through some initial checks and procedures that can solve basic computer problems. It also provides detailed troubleshooting information and procedures to solve more complex problems. Complete the checks in this chapter before you call Dell - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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the location of your computer's external connectors and controls. Be sure the following items are properly connected or installed: • AC adapter and AC power cable • Main battery or any other optional device installed in the MegaBay 3-2 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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any power protection devices. • Plug a device, such as a lamp that you know works, into the electrical outlet to make sure the power source is okay. support.dell.com Basic Troubleshooting 3-3 - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Internet service Drives If you have diskette drive problems drive is recognized by the computer. Most of the common boot sector viruses cause the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive to "disappear." Use virus-scanning software (if Dell installed 3-4 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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device group as described in "Running the Dell Diagnostics" found later in this chapter. • Refer to "Troubleshooting the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Drive" found later in this chapter for further troubleshooting information. If you have hard-disk drive problems, perform the following checks: • For Windows 98 - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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. If the CD-ROM/ hard-disk drive access indicator does not light up, see "Troubleshooting the Hard-Disk Drive" or "Troubleshooting the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Drive" found later in this chapter. message may appear on the display. 3-6 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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software installation routine assists you in transferring the appropriate program files to the computer's hard-disk drive. Installation instructions may provide details about how to configure the operating system to successfully run the program. Always support.dell.com Basic Troubleshooting 3-7 - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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a specific key boots or from an operating system prompt. These programs are designed to stay resident in system memory and thus always be available for use. Because they remain in the computer's memory, memory conflicts and errors can 3-8 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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's start-up files contain commands to start TSR programs when you boot the computer. If you suspect that one of these TSR programs is causing a memory conflict, remove the commands that start them from the start-up file. If the problem you were experiencing does not recur, one of the TSR programs - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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drive controller to indicate that the diskette drive requires the attention of the microprocessor IRQ7 Used by the parallel port the safety instructions at the front of this guide. Then perform the appropriate troubleshooting procedure Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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the hard-disk drive. 12. Reinstall the media bay or MegaBay device and PC Cards that you removed in step 3. 13. Replace any batteries that you removed in step 4. 14. Reconnect the computer and peripherals to an electrical outlet and turn them on. support.dell.com Basic Troubleshooting 3-11 - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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this chapter.) 14. If the computer does not operate properly, make a copy of the Diagnostics Checklist found in Chapter 5 and fill it out. Then call Dell for technical assistance. (See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for instructions.) 3-12 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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steps: 1. Connect the AC adapter to the computer and to an electrical outlet. 2. Remove all peripherals, including internal devices such as the diskette drive, hard-disk drive, and battery. 3. Try turning on the computer. 4. Does the computer turn on properly? Yes. The problem is resolved. No. Go - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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it out as you perform the following steps: 1. Turn off the computer and peripherals. Disconnect the peripherals from the electrical outlet. 2. Reseat each installed battery by first removing and then replacing the battery in its bay. 3-14 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Go to step 7. No. The battery is defective. Call Dell for technical assistance. (See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for instructions.) 6. Use the AC adapter to fully charge the battery. For instructions, see the topic titled "Charging the Battery" in the system Help. The battery charges in approximately - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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2. Remove the diskette drive combination module from the media bay. 3. Reinstall the diskette drive. 4. Reboot the computer. Does the diskette-drive access indicator blink during the boot routine? Yes. Go to step 6. No. Go to step 5. 3-16 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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indicator blink during the boot routine, and does the drive boot the operating system? Yes. The diskette drive problem has probably been resolved. If you continue to experience trouble, call Dell for technical assistance. (See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for instructions.) No. Go to step 9. 9. Call - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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latch, blinks as the computer performs this check.) If a failure occurs with the drive, make a copy of the Diagnostics Checklist found in Chapter 5 and fill it out as you perform the following steps: 1. Shut down the computer. 3-18 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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drive may contain a corrupted operating system or it may have bad sectors. Reinstall the operating system as described in the documentation that came with it. If reinstalling the operating system does not correct the problem, go to step 9. No. Go to step 9. support.dell.com Basic Troubleshooting - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Dell for technical assistance. See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for instructions. Troubleshooting keyboards are not supported on the computer. 1. Turn off the computer, and then remove the keyboard problem is resolved. No. Go to step 8. 3-20 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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the computer over and remove the memory module cover and the memory modules. Refer to "Installing Memory Modules" in Chapter 2. 6. Install the new memory module(s). Refer to "Installing Memory Modules" in Chapter 2. 7. Replace the memory module cover. support.dell.com Basic Troubleshooting 3-21 - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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attached peripherals. Disconnect all peripherals from the computer. 5. Make sure the AC adapter is firmly connected to the computer and to an electrical outlet, or verify that a fully charged battery is properly seated in its bay. 3-22 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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code, call Dell for technical assistance. (See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for instructions.) No. If you still have a display problem but the . Call Dell for technical assistance. (See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for instructions.) Troubleshooting an External support.dell.com Basic Troubleshooting 3-23 - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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its components. Yes. The problem is resolved. No. Go to Dell for technical assistance. (See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for instructions.) No. Call Dell for technical assistance. (See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for instructions.) 3-24 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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COM port settings • Lack of drivers Troubleshooting the Basic I/O Functions Make a copy of the Diagnostics Checklist found in Chapter 5, and fill it out as you perform the following steps: 1. Check the settings for the Serial Port and Parallel Port Mode options in the System Devices menu of - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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operation on the parallel printer. Does the print operation complete successfully? Yes. You probably need a new interface cable. Call Dell for technical assistance. (See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for instructions.) No. Go to step 5. 3-26 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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serial device. Is the problem resolved? Yes. You probably need a new device. Call Dell for technical assistance. (See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for instructions.) No. Call Dell for technical assistance. (See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for instructions.) support.dell.com Basic Troubleshooting 3-27 - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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problem resolved? Yes. The problem is resolved. No. Go to step 3. 3. Insert your diagnostics diskette into drive A, reboot the computer, and run the Serial Ports device group in the Dell Diagnostics. (See "Running the Dell thoroughly. 3-28 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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? Yes. The controller is functioning properly. If the problem persists, call Dell for technical assistance. (See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for instructions.) No. Call Dell for technical assistance. (See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for instructions.) Troubleshooting Audio Functions Make a copy of the - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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3-1). The menu allows you to run all or specific diagnostic tests or to exit to the MS-DOS prompt. NOTE: Before you read the rest of this section, you may want to start the Dell Diagnostics so that you can see it on the screen. 3-30 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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the key that corresponds to the highlighted letter in the option you choose. support.dell.com Figure 3-1. Diagnostics Menu Dell Diagnostics Main Screen When you select Select Devices to Test from the DIAGNOSTICS MENU, the main screen of the diagnostics appears (see Figure 3-2). The main screen - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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are testing. The Help options are explained in the following subsections. Menu Menu describes the main menu screen area, the device groups, and the different diagnostic menus and commands and provides instructions on how to use them. 3-32 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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flexible recording media, sometimes contained in hard shells. Diskette recording capacities are small and access times are slow relative to hard disk drives, but they provide a convenient means of the subtests that are used by the Dell Diagnostics. support.dell.com Basic Troubleshooting 3-33 - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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hard-disk drive before you install any device drivers. 1. Insert the Microsoft Boot Disk Windows 98 Series diskette into the diskette drive. 2. Restart the computer. 3. When the Microsoft Windows 98 Startup menu appears, insert the Microsoft Windows 98 CD into the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. 4. Select - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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The CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive letter is usually D. 6. Click OK. 7. At the Welcome screen, click Next>. 8. At the Main Menu, the Upgrade Drivers radio button is selected. Click Next>. The audio files are copied to your hard-disk drive. 4-2 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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System Software CD into the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. 3. If the Welcome to Windows 98 screen appears, click the x in the upper-right corner of the screen to close it and continue with the installation. 4. Click the Start button, and then click Run. support.dell.com Installing System Software 4-3 - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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installation. 4. Click the Start button, and then click Run. 5. In the Run dialog box, type x:\win98\modem\setup.exe, where x is the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive letter. The CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive letter is usually D. 6. Click OK. 4-4 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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the Software DVD Decoder (Optional) The DVD decoder driver allows you to play DVD movies on the computer. NOTE: When you are promoted to select a directory, Dell recommends using the default directory settings. 1. Insert the Dell Inspiron 7500 Software DVD Decoder CD into the DVD-ROM drive. 2. Click - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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, and then double-click the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive icon. 3. Double-click the Guide folder. 4. Right-click the popup.ocx file, and then right-click Copy. 5. Double-click the My Computer icon, and then double-click the C: drive icon. 4-6 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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step 3. 3. Click Inspiron Notebooks. 4. Click 7500. 5. Click Dell Documents (Technical Information). Follow the instructions on the page to save the file to your hard-disk drive. 6. Click System Help. 7. When prompted, you can save the Help file to your hard-disk drive. support.dell.com Installing - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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and creates a partition on the hard-disk drive to store the system state when put in the save-to-disk suspend mode. 4. Follow the instructions provided in your Windows NT documentation to install the operating system on the drive. 4-8 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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dialog box. Installing the Audio Driver The audio driver allows you to customize the sound features of your computer. 1. Log on as Administrator. 2. Insert the System Software CD into the CD-ROM drive. 3. Click the Start button, and then click Run. support.dell.com Installing System Software 4-9 - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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DVD-ROM drive letter. 5. Click OK. 6. At the Welcome screen, click Next>. 7. At the Main Menu, the Install radio button is selected. Click Next>. The audio files are copied to your hard-disk drive pad driver. drive, and then click OK. 4-10 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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hard-disk drive and the emergency repair diskette is created, remove the Emergency Repair Diskette and select Yes, I want to restart my computer now. Do not remove adjust the way the computer uses the battery. The Softex Power Management icon appears support.dell.com Installing System Software 4-11 - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Panel after you install the utility. 1. Remove any PC Card(s) from the PC Card slot and restart the Software CD into the CD-ROM drive. 3. Double-click the My Computer icon, and then double-click the CD-ROM drive icon. 4. Double-click the Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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. Installing the System Help The Dell Inspiron system Help is available on the System Software CD. You can also access it from Dell's support Web site (http://support.dell.com). NOTE: You must install Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.01 from the Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 Service Pack 5 CD prior to - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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site also contains links to some of these services. Dell regularly tests and officially releases new drivers and utilities for Inspiron computers. A list of the latest drivers and utilities is available at http://support.dell.com. 4-14 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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with installation and troubleshooting procedures. For more information, refer to "World Wide Web on the Internet" found later in this chapter. 5. If the preceding steps have not resolved the problem and you need to talk to a Dell technician, call Dell's technical support service. When prompted by - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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's hardware or operation. Dell can be accessed electronically using the following addresses: • World Wide Web http://www.dell.com/ http://www.dell.com/ap/ (for Asian/Pacific countries only) http://www.euro.dell.com (for Europe only) 5-2 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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, and use your e-mail address as your password. • Electronic Support Service [email protected] [email protected] (for Asian/Pacific countries only) support.euro.dell.com (for Europe only) • Electronic Quote Service [email protected] [email protected] (for Asian/Pacific countries only - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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all items being returned: 1. Call Dell to obtain an authorization number, and write it clearly and prominently on the outside of the box. For the telephone number to call, refer to "Dell Contact Numbers" found later in this chapter. 5-4 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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that are missing any of the preceding requirements will be refused at our receiving dock and returned to you. Before You Call NOTE: Have your Express Service Code ready when you call. The code helps Dell's automated-support telephone system direct your call more efficiently. Remember to fill out the - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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each file. Otherwise, record the contents of each file before calling Dell. Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code Description of problem and troubleshooting procedures you performed Figure 5-1. Diagnostics Checklist 5-6 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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the world. If you are making a direct-dialed call to a location outside of your local telephone service area, determine which codes to use (if any) in Table 5-1 in addition to the local numbers , when your call originates in the same country you are calling. support.dell.com Getting Help 5-7 - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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48 65 27 34 City Code 2 1 2 - Not required 2 592 2 Not required 9 (1) (4) 6103 Not required 1 2 44 2 - Not required 4 5 20 - Not required 22 Not required 11 91 5-8 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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8056 Switchboard 01 491 04 0 Web site: http://support.euro.dell.com/at E-mail: [email protected] Belgium (Brussels) Customer Technical Support 02 481 92 88 Customer Care 02 481 91 19 Home/Small Business Sales toll free: 0800 16884 Corporate Sales 02 481 91 00 Fax 02 481 92 - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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, and Technical Support toll free: 1230-020-4823 NOTE: Customers in Chile call the U.S.A for sales, customer, and technical assistance. China (Xiamen) Customer Service toll free: 800 858 2437 Sales toll free: 800 858 2222 5-10 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Name or Service Area Code Local Number or Toll-Free Number Czech Republic (Prague) Technical Support 02 22 83 27 27 Customer Care 02 22 83 27 11 Fax 02 22 83 27 14 TechFax 02 22 83 27 28 Switchboard 02 22 83 27 11 Web site: http://support.euro.dell.com/cz - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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0870 906 0100 Sales 1-850-235-235 SalesFax 01 286 2020 Fax 01 286 6848 TechConnect BBS 01 204 4711 TechFax 01 204 4708 Switchboard 01 286 0500 Web site: http://support.euro.dell.com/ie E-mail: [email protected] 5-12 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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, Texas, U.S.A 512 728-4093 Customer Service (Austin, Texas, U.S.A 512 728-3619 Fax (Technical Support and Customer Service) (Austin, Texas, U.S.A 512 728-3883 Sales (Austin, Texas, U.S.A 512 728-4397 SalesFax (Austin, Texas, U.S.A 512 728-4600 728-3772 support.dell.com Getting Help 5-13 - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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(Automated technical support) (Austin, Texas, U.S.A 512 728-0686 Customer Technical Support 525 228-7870 Sales 525 228-7811 toll free: 91-800-900-37 toll free: 91-800-904-49 Customer Service 525 228-7878 Main 525 228-7800 5-14 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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686 8003 Switchboard 020 581 8818 Web site: http://support.euro.dell.com/nl New Zealand Technical Support (Dell Dimension systems only) ($2.50 + GST per call 0900 51010 Technical Support (Other systems 0800 446 255 Customer Service 0800 444 617 Sales 0800 441 567 Fax 0800 441 566 Norway - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Business Customer Care 902 118 540 TechConnect BBS 91 329 33 53 Corporate Sales 902 100 185 Home/Small Business Sales 902 118 541 Switchboard 91 722 92 00 Web site: http://support.euro.dell.com/es E-mail: [email protected] 5-16 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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799 01 01 Web site: http://support.euro.dell.com/ch E-mail: [email protected] Taiwan NOTE: Customers in Taiwan call Malaysia for customer assistance. Technical Support toll free: 0080 651 226/0800 33 557 Customer Service (Penang, Malaysia 810 4949 Transaction Sales toll free: 0080 651 228/0800 - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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728-1681 Fee-Based Technical Support toll free: 1-800-433-9005 Sales (Catalogs toll free: 1-800-426-5150 Fax toll free: 1-800-727-8320 TechFax toll free: 1-800-950-1329 TechConnect BBS 512 728-8528 Switchboard 512 338-4400 5-18 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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A Technical Specifications The most complete specifications for your computer are available on Dell's World Wide Web support site at http://support.dell.com. Type your service tag sequence (or, if you have one, your Express Service Code) and click Submit. The service tag and Express Service Code are - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Expansion/docking 240-pin connector Audio microphone, headphones/speakers, and line-in connectors USB 4-pin connector NOTE: For the full name of an abbreviation or acronym used in this table, see the Glossary in the system Help. A-2 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Video Video type 64-bit (128-bit hardware-accelerated) AGP Video controller ATI Mobility-P Video memory 4- or 8-MB, 125-MHz SGRAM Display Type Active-matrix color TFT Response time (typical 80 in this table, see the Glossary in the system Help. support.dell.com Technical Specifications A-3 - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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lb) Voltage 10.8 VDC NOTE: For the full name of an abbreviation or acronym used in this table, see the Glossary in the system Help. A-4 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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such as charge time, operating time, and life span can vary according to the conditions under which the computer and battery are used. NOTE: For the full name of an abbreviation or acronym used in this table, see the Glossary in the system Help. support.dell.com Technical Specifications A-5 - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Table A-1. Technical Specifications (continued) Environmental (Computer) hard-disk drive in head-parked position. NOTE: For the full name of an abbreviation or acronym used in this table, see the Glossary in the system Help. A-6 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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password features. Your computer retains system configuration information in the nonvolatile random-access memory (NVRAM) maintained by your computer's reserve battery information after you add, change, or remove hardware connected to or installed inside support.dell.com Using the Setup Program B-1 - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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4100 MB [Enabled] [Simul Mode] [Enabled] [NTSC] 640 KB 32 MB Item Specific Help F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item ESC Exit ↔ Select Menu F5/F6 Change Values F9 Setup Defaults Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit Figure B-1. Main Menu B-2 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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hard-disk drives do not appear in this category, even if installed. Quiet Boot device. Television Port When set to memory. This option has no user-selectable settings. NOTE: For the full name of an abbreviation or acronym used in this table, see the Glossary in the system Help. support.dell - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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] [ECP] [378] [IRQ 7] [DMA 3] Modem: [Installed] Item Specific Help F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item ESC Exit ↔ Select Menu F5/F6 Change Values F9 Setup Defaults Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit Figure B-2. System Devices Menu B-4 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Devices Menu Options Option Function IDE Controller Configures the integrated local-bus IDE adapter. Options are Both (default), Disabled, or Primary. If Both is selected, you can access both the hard-disk drive and the media bay device(s). If Primary is selected, only the hard-disk drive and - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Table B-2. System Devices Menu Options (continued) Option Function Parallel Port Controls whether the computer's parallel port acts as an AT-compatible (unidirectional), PS)/2-compatible table, see the Glossary in the system Help. B-6 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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the options and settings for the Security menu. PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main System Devices Security Power Boot Exit System Password is Set System Password Password On Boot Clear [Enter] [Disabled] Item Specific Help F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item ESC Exit ↔ Select Menu F5/F6 Change Values F9 Setup - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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management settings of the Windows 98 operating system take precedence over the settings described here. For more information, see "Using Microsoft Windows 98 to Conserve Battery Power" in the system Help. Figure B-4. Power Menu B-8 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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support.dell.com Table B-4. Power Menu compatibility problems with your software. Suspend Mode When set to Save to RAM (default), the computer conserves battery power by computer copies all system data to a reserved area on the hard-disk drive and then turns off all power to the computer. When the - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Table B-4. Power Menu Options (continued) Option Function Resume on Modem Ring Setting must be set to Save to RAM. NOTE: For the full name of an abbreviation or acronym used in this table, see the Glossary in the system Help. B-10 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Main System Devices Security Power Boot Exit Floppy/Super Disk/ZIP Internal Hard Drive CD-ROM/DVD Item Specific Help F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item ESC Exit ↔ Select Menu F5/F6 Change Values Enter Select Sub-Menu Figure B-5. Boot Menu F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit Table - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Load Setup Defaults Load Last Saved Values Save Changes Item Specific Help F1 Help ↑↓ Select Item ESC Exit ↔ Select Menu F5/F6 Change Values Enter Execute Command Figure B-6. Exit Menu F9 Setup Defaults F10 Save and Exit B-12 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Table B-6. Exit Menu Options Option Function Exit Saving Changes Saves any changes you have made and exits the Setup program Exit the full name of an abbreviation or acronym used in this table, see the Glossary section of the system Help. support.dell.com Using the Setup Program B-13 - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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the system basic input/output system (BIOS). For other messages, refer to problem is still not resolved, see "Troubleshooting the Diskette Drive" found later in this chapter. NOTE: For the full name of an abbreviation or acronym used in this table, see the Glossary in the system Help. support.dell - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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5, "Getting Help.") Failing bits: nnnn Memory failed at RAM address nnnn. Call Dell for technical assistance. (For instructions, see Chapter 5, "Getting Help.") Fixed disk 0 failure The hard-disk drive failed to initialize. See "Troubleshooting the Hard-Disk Drive" found later in this chapter - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Chapter 5, "Getting Help.") Shadow RAM failed at offset: nnnn Shadow RAM failed at address nnnn. Call Dell for technical assistance. (For instructions, see Chapter 5, "Getting Help.") CMOS battery is dead-Replace and run Setup The CMOS battery is dead. Call Dell for technical assistance. (For - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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.) If the program does not load, call Dell for technical assistance. (For instructions, see Chapter 5, "Getting Help.") NOTE: For the full name of an abbreviation or acronym used in this table, see the Glossary in the system Help. C-4 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Beep Codes (continued) Message Cause Action 1-4-1-1 RAM failure on data bits nnnn of the low byte on the memory bus Run the System Memory device group in the Dell Diagnostics. (See "Running the Dell Diagnostics" found later in this chapter for instructions.) If the program does not load, call - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference with radio communications services, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on branch circuits. If necessary, consult a Technical Support representative of Dell Computer Corporation or an experienced radio/television - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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Dell device to reduce the possibility of interference with radio communications services. specific for each regulatory agency. Each section provides country-specific EMC/EMI or product safety information. FCC Notices (U.S. Only) Most Dell Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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used in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction manual, may cause interference with radio communications PPI • Company name: Dell Computer Corporation EMC Engineering Department One Dell Way Round Rock, Texas 78682 USA 512-338-4400 Modem Regulatory Information This equipment complies with Part - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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systems (and other Dell digital apparatus) are classified by the Industry Canada (IC) Interference-Causing Equipment Standard #3 (ICES-003) as Class B digital devices. To determine which classification (Class A or B) applies to your D-4 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated label located on the bottom of the computer is 0.6B. support.dell.com Regulatory Notices D-5 - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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be replaced, the procedure must be performed by an authorized service technician. Do not dispose of these batteries along with household waste. Contact your local waste disposal agency for the address of the nearest battery deposit site. D-6 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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specification label. The following applies to devices in Class A of EN 55022 (radius of protection up to 30 meters). The user of the device is obliged to take all steps necessary to remove When such trouble occurs, the user may be required to take corrective actions. support.dell.com Regulatory Notices - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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it may cause radio interference. Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual. Figure D-2. VCCI Class B ITE Regulatory Mark MOC Notice (South Korea business purposes. • Class B devices are for nonbusiness purposes. D-8 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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that this device has been approved for nonbusiness purposes and may be used in any environment, including residential areas. EMI ( B ) Figure D-4. MOC Class B Regulatory Mark support.dell.com Regulatory Notices D-9 - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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amperes (A). To completely switch off the equipment, the power supply cable must be removed from the power supply socket, which should be located near the equipment and easily accessible ¹dem, poprzez zwarcie elementów wewnêtrznych. D-10 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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de C.V. Rio Lerma No. 302 - 4° Piso Col. Cuauhtemoc 16500 México, D.F. Dell Computer de México, S.A. de C.V. al Cuidado de Kuehne & Nagel de México S. de R.I. Avenida Soles No. 55 Col. Peñon de los Baños 15520 México, D.F. 115/230 VAC 60-50 Hz 6.0/3.0 A support.dell.com Regulatory Notices D-11 - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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16500 México, D.F. Dell Computer de México, S.A. de C.V. al Cuidado de Kuehne & Nagel de México S. de R.I. Avenida Soles No. 55 Col. Peñon de los Baños 15520 México, D.F. 115/230 VAC 60-50 Hz 6.0/3.0 A BSMI Notice (Taiwan Only) D-12 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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including accident, abuse, misuse, problems with electrical power, servicing not authorized by Dell, usage not in accordance with product instructions, failure to perform required preventive maintenance, and problems caused by use of parts and components not supplied by Dell. This warranty does not - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE AND NO WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WILL APPLY AFTER SUCH PERIOD. E-2 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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including accident, abuse, misuse, problems with electrical power, servicing not authorized by Dell, usage not in accordance with product instructions, failure to perform required preventive maintenance, and problems caused by use of parts and components not supplied by Dell. This warranty does not - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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be in accordance with Dell's Exchange Policy in effect on the date of the exchange. You accept full responsibility for your software and data. Dell is not required to advise or remind you of appropriate backup and other procedures. E-4 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS, SO THIS LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. DELL'S RESPONSIBILITY FOR MALFUNCTIONS AND DEFECTS IN HARDWARE IS LIMITED TO REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT AS SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT. THESE WARRANTIES GIVE YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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. To make a claim under this warranty for NSTL logo hardware, customers must contact Dell prior to January 1, 2001. To make a claim, write to: Dell Computer Corporation P.O. Box 149258 Austin, Texas 78714-9258 Attention: Year 2000 E-6 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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products that do not have an upgradable BIOS, Dell has made available, as a convenience to customers, the Dell Program Patch, a software utility designed to assist customers in managing the year 2000 rollover. Software Dell specifically excludes all non-Dell-developed software from this compliance - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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troubleshooting, 3-29 AutoTech service, 5-3 B battery, 1-1 beep codes See also error messages about, C-4 BIOS, 1-2 boot routine, 3-2 indications, 3-6 C cables troubleshooting, 3-2 cache memory, 1-1 calling Dell, 5-7 cautions, xii support.dell.com CD-ROM drive troubleshooting, 3-17 CD-ROM drives - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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keyboard during POST, 3-20 keys and key combinations Dell Diagnostics, 3-32 L lithium-ion battery, 1-1 M main battery, 1-3 media bay, 1-3 MegaBay, 1-2 memory failure during POST, 3-21 messages beep codes, C-4 error messages, 3-8 2 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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printer troubleshooting, 3-26 passwords. See system password PC Cards, 1-2 POST CD-ROM drive check, 3-17 diskette drive check, 3-16 external keyboard check, 3-20 external monitor check, 3-23 hard-disk drive check, 3-18 memory check, 3-21 power button, 1-3 power failure AC power, 3-14 battery power - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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port, 3-28 Internet tools, 5-2 IRQ conflicts, 3-9 modem, 3-4 monitor, 3-23 parallel port, 3-25 parallel printer, 3-26 partial power failure, 3-16 power, 3-3 serial devices, 3-27 serial port, 3-25 software errors, 3-7 touch pad, 3-28 4 Dell Inspiron 7500 System Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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troubleshooting (continued) water damage, 3-10 where to start, 3-1 TSR programs about, 3-7 problems with, 3-8 typographical conventions, xiii U Universal Serial Bus. See USB upgrade options, 1-7 upgrades, 1-7 USB, 1-3 user's documentation, xii V video display, 1-1 video memory, A-3 W warnings, xii - Dell Inspiron 7500 | Dell Inspiron
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