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Dell Inspiron 580S User Manual (354 pages)

Dell Inspiron 545 MT: User Guide

Brand: Dell | Category: Desktop | Size: 4 MB

Notes, Notices, and Cautions
2
Table of Contents
3
1 Finding Information

23
- Start Button
  23
- Microsoft Windows Help and Support
  24
  - Windows Vista
    25
  - Windows ® XP
    25
- Control Panel
  26
- Information about Installed Hardware
  26
  - Device Manager
    26
  - Hardware Devices Installed on Your Computer
    27
- Programs Installed on Your Computer
  28
- Wireless Networking
  28
- Dell Support Website
  29
  - Technical Support
    29
  - Customer Service
    30
  - Warranty Information
    30
  - Dell Forums
    31
  - Contact Us
    31
- BIOS (System Setup Program) Settings
  31
2 Microsoft Windows Desktop

33
- Overview
  33
- Taskbar
  34
- Desktop Icons and Shortcuts
  36
  - Deleting an Icon from the Desktop
    36
  - Creating and Deleting Program Shortcuts on the Desktop
    37
- Shortcut Menus
  38
- Changing the Desktop Appearance
  39
  - Windows Vista
    39
  - Windows ® XP
    40
  - Setting up a Screen Saver
    41
  - Windows Vista
    41
  - Windows XP
    41
- Start Button (Menu)
  42
  - Overview
    42
  - Customizing the Start Menu
    43
- Control Panel
  44
3 Monitors and Displays

47
- Cleaning Your Computer's Display Screen
  47
- Adjusting the Resolution of Your Display
  48
4 Navigation Devices

57
5 Printers-Settings and Drivers

71
- Accessing Printer Information
  71
- Changing Printer Settings
  72
  - For Windows Vista
    72
  - For Windows ® XP
    72
- Setting up Printers
  73
  - Adding a Printer
    73
  - Setting the Default Printer
    74
- Sharing Printers on a Network
  74
- Installing a Printer Driver
  75
6 Drives and Media

77
7 Shutting down Your Computer

99
8 Files and Folders

109
- Navigating to Files
  110
  - Selecting and Opening Files
    111
  - Selecting a Group of Files
    111
  - Selecting Several Random Files
    111
  - Opening and Saving a File
    112
  - Opening a Graphic Image (Picture or Art)
    112
- Finding Files
  112
  - Searching for a File
    112
- Renaming Files
  113
- Printing Files
  113
- Deleting Files
  113
- Sharing Files
  114
  - Windows Vista
    114
  - Windows XP
    115
  - Sharing Files with Password Protection
    115
- Restricting Access to a File
  115
- Transferring Files and Settings to a New Computer
  116
  - Transferring Files from a Computer Running Windows XP to a Computer Running Windows Vista
    116
  - Transferring Files between Computers Running Windows XP
    117
- Backing up Files
  117
  - Windows Vista
    117
  - Windows XP
    118
  - Running Backup When the Settings Have Been Preconfigured
    118
  - Running Backup with Hidden Drives
    119
- Restoring Files
  119
  - Windows Vista
    119
  - Windows XP
    119
9 Managing Applications (Programs)

121
10 Maintenance Tasks

125
- Performance and Ensure Security)
  125
  - Performing Maintenance Tasks to Increase Computer Speed and Ensure Security
    125
  - Cleaning Your Computer
    126
    
    Before You Start
    126
    
    Cleaning the Computer
    126
    
    Cleaning Optical Drives and Optical Drive Media
    126
  - Managing Your Computer Performance
    127
    
    Windows Vista
    127
    
    Windows ® XP
    128
  - Performance Tuning
    129
    
    System Setup Based Performance Tuning
    129
    
    Software Based Performance Tuning
    129
    
    NVIDIA Performance
    129
    
    NVIDIA Monitor
    130
  - Cleaning up Your Hard Drive
    131
  - Defragmenting Your Hard Drive
    132
  - Detecting and Repairing Disk Errors
    133
  - Scanning for Viruses and Spyware
    133
11 Power

135
- Protection Devices, and Batteries)
  135
  - Setting Power Options
    135
    
    Windows Vista
    135
    
    Windows ® XP
    137
  - Power Protection Devices
    140
    
    Surge Protector
    140
    
    Power Line Conditioner
    140
    
    Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
    141
  - Laptop Computer Batteries
    141
    
    Using Your Laptop Computer for the First Time
    142
    
    Preserving the Life of a Battery
    142
    
    Replacing a Battery
    143
    
    Checking the Battery Charge
    143
    
    Microsoft Windows
    144
    
    Conserving Battery Power
    145
    
    Charging the Battery
    145
    
    Storing a Battery
    146
    
    US Department of Transportation (DOT) Notebook Battery Restrictions
    146
    
    Dell™ Controlpoint Power Manager
    146
12 Networks

149
13 Accessing the Internet

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- Overview
  171
- Setting up Your Internet Connection
  173
  - Windows Vista
    173
  - Windows ® XP
    174
- Troubleshooting Problems Connecting to the Internet
  175
- Web Browser Settings
  175
- Internet Security and Privacy
  178
  - Increasing Security for Your Computer While Accessing the Internet
    178
  - Protecting Your Privacy While Accessing the Internet
    179
  - Viruses
    179
  - Firewalls
    180
  - Spyware and Malware
    182
  - Spam
    183
  - Phishing Scams
    183
  - Shopping Securely over the Internet
    183
- Controlling Pop-Ups
  184
- Controlling Unwanted Toolbars
  185
- Content Advisory/Parental Controls
  185
- Bookmarking Favorite Websites
  185
- Searching for Information on the Internet
  186
- Changing the Internet Communications Protocol (TCP/IP) Settings
  187
- Printing a Web Page
  187
- Freeing up Space and Protecting Your Computer
  188
- Maintaining Privacy by Blocking and Deleting Cookies
  189
14 Mail

191
- Setting up a New E-Mail Account
  191
  - Windows Vista
    192
  - Windows ® XP
    192
- Managing and Organizing E-Mail Messages
  192
  - Windows XP
    194
- Securing Your E-Mail
  194
  - Reducing Spam
    195
  - Viruses and Phishing
    196
    
    Avoiding E-Mail Attachments
    197
  - Viewing E-Mail Messages
    197
  - Sending E-Mail
    197
    
    Windows Vista
    197
    
    Windows XP
    198
  - Creating a Contact Group (Mailing List)
    198
    
    Windows Vista
    198
    
    Windows XP
    199
  - Backing up E-Mail Messages
    200
    
    Windows Vista
    200
    
    Windows XP
    200
- Mp3S, Tvs, Digital Cameras, and Projectors)
  203
15 Multimedia

203
16 Connecting Your Computer to a TV and Adjusting Display Settings

215
17 Security and Privacy

251
- Protecting Your Computer-Using Administrator Rights, User Groups, and Passwords
  251
  - Administrator Rights
    251
  - User Groups
    252
  - Passwords
    253
- Smart Cards
  254
- Fingerprint Readers
  254
- Facial Recognition Software
  255
- Using a Firewall to Secure Your Computer
  255
  - Turning on Windows Firewall
    255
- Encrypting Files and Folders
  256
- Using Antivirus Software
  256
- Maintaining Security When Using a Public Wireless Network
  256
- Reducing the Risk of Getting Computer Viruses
  257
- Dealing with Cookies
  258
  - Blocking All Cookies
    258
- Avoiding Spyware and Malware
  259
18 Microsoft Windows XP Pro Remote Desktop

261
19 Restoring Your Operating System

265
20 Troubleshooting

271
- Troubleshooting Tools
  272
  - Power Lights for Desktop Computers
    273
  - Diagnostic Lights for Desktop Computers
    274
  - Diagnostic Lights for Laptop Computers
    275
  - System Messages for Desktop Computers
    275
  - System Messages for Laptop Computers
    276
  - Cmos Battery
    278
  - Windows Hardware Troubleshooter
    280
  - Running the Dell Diagnostics
    281
  - Dell Support Center
    285
- Solving Problems
  287
  - Battery Problems
    287
  - Drive Problems
    287
  - Optical Drive Problems
    288
  - E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
    289
  - Error Messages
    290
  - IEEE 1394 Device Problems
    291
  - Keyboard Problems for External Keyboards
    292
  - Lockups and Software Problems
    292
  - Memory Problems
    294
  - Mouse Problems
    295
  - Network Problems
    296
  - Power Problems
    296
  - Printer Problems
    298
  - Scanner Problems
    299
  - Sound and Speaker Problems
    299
  - Touch Pad or Mouse Problems for Laptop Computers
    301
  - Video and Monitor Problems
    302
  - Power Lights
    304
- Dell Technical Update Service
  305
21 System Setup

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- Viewing System Settings with the System Setup Program
  307
  - Entering the System Setup Program
    308
  - Working with Options on the System Setup Program Screen
    308
  - Changing the Boot Sequence
    309
  - Internal HDD
    309
  - Performing a One-Time Boot
    310
  - Changing Boot Sequence to a USB Device
    310
- Changing the BIOS Settings
  310
  - Viewing the BIOS Settings
    311
  - Upgrading the BIOS (Flashing the BIOS)
    311
22 Ports

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- USB Port
  313
- IEEE 1394 Port
  314
- RS232 Serial Port
  315
- Parallel Port
  316
- Esata Port
  317
- Modem
  318
- Ethernet Port
  319
- Keyboard and Mouse Port (PS2)
  320
- VGA Port
  321
- DVI-I Port
  322
- S-Video TV-Out Port
  323
- Component Video
  324
- Composite Video
  325
- HDMI Port
  326
- Displayport
  327
- S/PDIF Port (Coaxial RCA)
  328
- S/PDIF Port (Toslink)
  328
- Audio Ports
  329
23 Getting Help

331
- Obtaining Assistance
  331
- Dell Support Service
  332
  - Technical Support and Customer Service
    332
  - Dellconnect
    332
  - Online Services
    333
  - Autotech Service
    334
  - Automated Order-Status Service
    334
  - Problems with Your Order
    334
  - Product Information
    334
  - Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit
    334
  - Before You Call
    335
- Contacting Dell
  337

Dell Inspiron 580S Setup Manual (72 pages)

Dell Desktop Computer Setup Guide

Brand: Dell | Category: Desktop | Size: 1 MB

Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
4
Table of Contents
5
Setting up Your Inspiron Desktop

7
Using Your Inspiron Desktop

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- Front View Features
  18
- Back View Features
  20
- Back Panel Connectors
  22
- Software Features
  24
- Transferring Information to a New Computer
  26
- Dell Datasafe Online Backup
  27
- Dell Dock
  28
Solving Problems

29
- Beep Codes
  29
- Network Problems
  30
  - Wireless Connections
    30
  - Wired Connections
    30
- Power Problems
  31
- Memory Problems
  33
- Lockups and Software Problems
  34
Using Support Tools

36
- Dell Support Center
  36
- System Messages
  37
- Hardware Troubleshooter
  39
- Dell Diagnostics
  39
- Hard Drive
  40
Restoring Your Operating System

43
- System Restore
  44
- Dell Datasafe Local Backup
  45
- Dell Factory Image Restore
  47
- Operating System Reinstallation
  49
Getting Help

51
- Technical Support and Customer
  52
- Service
  52
- Dellconnect
  52
- Online Services
  53
- Automated Order-Status Service
  54
- Product Information
  54
- Returning Items for Repair under Warranty or for Credit
  55
- Before You Call
  56
- Contacting Dell
  57
Resources

58
Basic Specifications

60
- External Connectors
  62
Appendix

64
- Macrovision Product Notice
  64
- Information for NOM, or Official Mexican Standard (Only for Mexico)
  65
Index

66

Dell Inspiron 580S Service Manual (43 pages)

Brand: Dell | Category: Laptop | Size: 1 MB

Before You Begin
2
Technical Specifications
2
Recommended Tools
2
Turning off Your Computer
2
Safety Instructions
2
Removing the Front Bezel
4
Replacing the Front Bezel
4
Removing the Support Bracket
6
Replacing the Support Bracket
6
PCI and PCI Express Cards
8
Removing the Battery
11
Replacing the Battery
11
Removing the Computer Cover
13
Replacing the Computer Cover
14
Removing the Processor
15
Replacing the Processor
16
Hard Drive
18
Removing the Hard Drive
18
Media Card Reader
19
Replacing the Hard Drive
19
Removing the Media Card Reader
19
Replacing the Media Card Reader
20
Optical Drive
21
Removing the Optical Drive
21
Replacing the Optical Drive
22
Removing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly
23
Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly
24
Removing the Chassis Fan
25
Replacing the Chassis Fan
25
Removing the Front I/O Panel
27
Replacing the Front I/O Panel
27
Removing the Memory Module(S)
29
Replacing the Memory Module(S)
29
Recommended Memory Configuration
30
Removing the Power Supply
32
Replacing the Power Supply
32
Entering System Setup
34
System Setup Screens
34
System Setup Options
34
Clearing Forgotten Passwords
36
Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot
36
Changing Boot Sequence for Future Boots
36
Clearing CMOS Settings
37
Flashing the BIOS
38
Removing the System Board
39
Replacing the System Board
39
Technical Overview
41
Inside View of Your Computer
41
System Board Components
41

Dell Inspiron 580S Specifications (6 pages)

Comprehensive Specifications

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Dell Inspiron 580S User Manual (354 pages)

Table of Contents

1 Finding Information

2 Microsoft Windows Desktop

3 Monitors and Displays

4 Navigation Devices

5 Printers-Settings and Drivers

6 Drives and Media

7 Shutting down Your Computer

8 Files and Folders

9 Managing Applications (Programs)

10 Maintenance Tasks

11 Power

12 Networks

13 Accessing the Internet

14 Mail

15 Multimedia

16 Connecting Your Computer to a TV and Adjusting Display Settings

17 Security and Privacy

18 Microsoft Windows XP Pro Remote Desktop

19 Restoring Your Operating System

20 Troubleshooting

21 System Setup

22 Ports

23 Getting Help

Dell Inspiron 580S Setup Manual (72 pages)

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Setting up Your Inspiron Desktop

Using Your Inspiron Desktop

Solving Problems

Using Support Tools

Restoring Your Operating System

Getting Help

Resources

Basic Specifications

Appendix

Index

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