Keyboard Problems; Lockups And Software Problems; The Computer Does Not Start Up - Dell INSPIRON 531S Owner's Manual

Keyboard Problems

CAUTION:
safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
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• Ensure that the keyboard cable is firmly connected to the computer.
• Shut down the computer (see "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 102),
reconnect the keyboard cable as shown on the setup diagram for your computer,
and then restart the computer.
• Check the cable connector for bent or broken pins and for damaged or frayed
cables. Straighten bent pins.
• Remove keyboard extension cables and connect the keyboard directly to the computer.
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and try using the keyboard.
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P R O G R A M
— See "System Setup" on page 172.
R U N T H E H A R D W A R E
Hardware Incompatibilities" on page 91.

Lockups and Software Problems

CAUTION:
safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

The computer does not start up

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Solving Problems
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
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— Connect a properly working keyboard to the computer,
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T R O U B L E S H O O T E R
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
— See "Resolving Software and