Dell INSPIRON 531s Series Manuals

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Dell INSPIRON 531s Series Owner's Manual (212 pages)

Dell Laptop User Manual

Brand: Dell | Category: Laptop | Size: 15 MB

Abbreviations and Acronyms
2
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
2
Table of Contents
3
Finding Information
11
1 Setting up and Using Your Computer

15
- Front View of the Computer
  15
- Back View of the Computer
  17
  - Back Panel Connectors
    19
- Installing Your Computer in an Enclosure
  21
- Setting up a Printer
  23
  - Printer Cable
    23
  - Connecting a USB Printer
    23
- Playing Cds and Dvds
  25
  - Adjusting the Volume
    27
  - Adjusting the Picture
    27
- Copying Cds and Dvds
  28
  - How to Copy a CD or DVD
    28
  - Using Blank Cds and Dvds
    29
  - Helpful Tips
    30
- Using a Media Card Reader (Optional)
  31
- Connecting Two Monitors
  33
- Power Management
  35
  - Power Management Options in Microsoft ® Windows ® XP
    35
  - Power Options Properties
    37
  - Power Schemes Tab
    37
  - Advanced Tab
    38
  - Hibernate Tab
    38
  - Power Management Options in Windows Vista
    38
  - Standby Mode
    39
  - Hibernate Mode
    40
  - Power Plan Properties
    40
- Enabling Cool 'N' Quiet Technology
  42
- About RAID Configurations (for Windows Vista ® Only)
  43
- Transferring Information to a New Computer
  47
  - Windows Vista
    48
  - All Programs
    49
  - Setting up a Home and Office Network
    49
    
    Connecting to a Network Adapter
    49
    
    Network Setup Wizard
    50
  - Connecting to the Internet
    51
    
    Setting up Your Internet Connection
    51
2 Solving Problems

55
- Troubleshooting Tips
  55
- Battery Problems
  55
- Drive Problems
  56
  - CD and DVD Drive Problems
    57
  - Hard Drive Problems
    58
- E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
  58
- Error Messages
  60
- Keyboard Problems
  62
- Lockups and Software Problems
  62
- Media Card Reader Problems
  66
- Memory Problems
  67
- Mouse Problems
  68
- Network Problems
  69
- Power Problems
  70
- Printer Problems
  71
- Scanner Problems
  73
- Sound and Speaker Problems
  74
  - No Sound from Speakers
    74
  - No Sound from Headphones
    75
- Video and Monitor Problems
  76
  - If the Screen Is Blank
    76
  - If the Screen Is Difficult to Read
    77
3 Troubleshooting Tools

79
- Power Lights
  79
- Beep Codes
  80
- System Messages
  82
- The Computer
  83
- Dell Diagnostics
  84
- Drivers
  87
  - What Is a Driver
    87
  - Identifying Drivers
    87
  - Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities
    88
- Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities
  91
- Restoring Your Operating System
  92
  - Using Microsoft Windows System Restore
    93
  - Click Create
    93
  - Using Dell PC Restore
    95
  - Using the Operating System CD
    98
4 Removing and Installing Parts

101
- Before You Begin
  101
  - Recommended Tools
    101
  - Turning off Your Computer
    102
  - Before Working Inside Your Computer
    102
- Removing the Computer Cover
  103
- Removing the Support Bracket
  104
- Inside View of Your Computer
  106
- System Board Components
  107
- Power Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments
  109
- Memory
  112
  - Memory Installation Guidelines
    112
  - Installing Memory
    113
  - Removing Memory
    115
- Cards
  116
  - PCI and PCI Express Cards
    116
- Bezel
  123
  - Removing the Bezel
    123
  - Replacing the Bezel
    124
- Drives
  124
  - Recommended Drive Cable Connections
    125
  - Connecting Drive Cables
    125
  - Drive Interface Connectors
    126
  - Connecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables
    126
  - Hard Drives
    126
  - Installing a Second Hard Drive (Optional)
    129
  - Floppy Drive
    131
  - Media Card Reader
    137
  - CD or DVD Drive
    141
- Battery
  144
  - Replacing the Battery
    144
- Power Supply
  146
  - Replacing the Power Supply
    146
- Processor
  148
  - Removing the Processor
    148
  - Installing the Processor
    150
- I/O Panel
  153
  - Removing the I/O Panel
    153
  - Installing the I/O Panel
    154
- Processor Fan
  155
  - Removing the Processor Fan
    155
  - Installing the Processor Fan
    158
- Chassis Fan
  160
  - Removing the Chassis Fan
    160
  - Replacing the Chassis Fan
    161
- System Board
  162
  - Removing the System Board
    162
  - Installing the System Board
    164
  - Replacing the Support Bracket
    164
  - Replacing the Computer Cover
    165
  - Specifications
    167
  - System Setup
    172
    
    Overview
    172
    
    Entering System Setup
    172
    
    System Setup Options
    173
    
    Boot Sequence
    175
    
    Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot
    175
  - Clearing Forgotten Passwords
    176
  - Clearing CMOS Settings
    177
  - Flashing the BIOS
    178
  - Cleaning Your Computer
    179
    
    Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor
    179
    
    Mouse
    179
    
    Floppy Drive
    180
    
    Cds and Dvds
    180
  - Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)
    180
    
    Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals
    181
    
    Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals
    181
  - FCC Notice (U.S. Only)
    181
    
    FCC Class B
    181
  - Getting Help
    183
    
    Obtaining Assistance
    183
    
    Technical Support and Customer Service
    183
    
    Dellconnect
    184
    
    Online Services
    184
    
    Autotech Service
    185
    
    Automated Order-Status Service
    185
  - Problems with Your Order
    185
  - Product Information
    185
  - Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit
    186
  - Before You Call
    186
  - Contacting Dell
    188
Glossary

189
Index

205
- Installing Parts
  207
- Internet Connection
  207
- Specifications
  210

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