Dell Inspiron 9400 Laptop Computer Manuals

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Dell Inspiron 9400 Owner's Manual (188 pages)

Dell Laptop Owner's Manual

Brand: Dell | Category: Laptop | Size: 19 MB

Abbreviations and Acronyms
2
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
2
Table of Contents
3
Finding Information
11
1 A Tour of Your Computer

15
- Determining Your Computer's Configuration
  15
- Front View
  16
- Left Side View
  20
- Right Side View
  21
- Back View
  23
- Bottom View
  27
2 Setting up Your Computer

29
3 Using the Display

37
- Adjusting Brightness
  37
- Switching the Video Image
  37
- Setting Display Resolution
  38
4 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad

39
- Numeric Keypad
  39
- Key Combinations
  40
  - System Functions
    40
  - Battery
    40
  - CD or DVD Tray
    40
  - Display Functions
    40
  - Wireless Networking and Bluetooth ® Wireless Technology Function
    40
  - Power Management
    40
  - Dell™ Quickset
    41
  - Speaker Functions
    41
  - Microsoft ® Windows ® Logo Key Functions
    41
- Touch Pad
  42
  - Customizing the Touch Pad
    42
5 Using a Battery

43
- Battery Performance
  43
- Checking the Battery Charge
  44
  - Dell™ Quickset Battery Meter
    44
  - Microsoft Windows Power Meter
    44
  - Charge Gauge
    44
  - Low-Battery Warning
    45
- Conserving Battery Power
  45
- Power Management Modes
  45
  - Standby Mode
    45
- Configuring Power Management Settings
  47
- Charging the Battery
  47
- Replacing the Battery
  47
- Storing a Battery
  48
6 Dell™ Quickset Features

49
7 Using Cds, Dvds, and Other Multimedia

51
8 Using Cards

71
- Expresscards
  71
- Media Memory Cards
  74
  - Installing a Media Memory Card
    74
  - Removing a Media Memory Card
    75
9 Setting up a Home and Office Network

77
10 Securing Your Computer

85
- Security Cable Lock
  85
- Passwords
  85
- Computer Tracking Software
  86
- If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen
  86
11 Troubleshooting

87
- Dell Technical Update Service
  87
- Dell Diagnostics
  87
- Dell Support Utility
  90
- Drive Problems
  91
- E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
  92
- Error Messages
  94
- IEEE 1394 Device Problems
  97
- Keyboard Problems
  98
  - External Keyboard Problems
    98
  - Unexpected Characters
    98
- Lockups and Software Problems
  99
- Memory Problems
  101
- Network Problems
  101
  - General
    101
  - Mobile Broadband Network
    101
- Expresscard Problems
  102
- Power Problems
  103
  - Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer
    104
- Printer Problems
  104
- Scanner Problems
  104
- Sound and Speaker Problems
  105
  - No Sound from Integrated Speakers
    105
  - No Sound from External Speakers
    105
  - No Sound from Headphones
    106
- Touch Pad or Mouse Problems
  106
- Video and Display Problems
  106
- Drivers
  108
  - What Is a Driver
    108
  - Identifying Drivers
    108
  - Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities
    108
- Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities
  110
- Restoring Your Operating System
  111
12 Adding and Replacing Parts

117
- Before You Begin
  117
  - Recommended Tools
    117
  - Turning off Your Computer
    117
  - Before Working Inside Your Computer
    118
- Hard Drive
  119
  - Returning a Hard Drive to Dell
    121
- Memory
  121
- Modem
  124
- Mini-Card
  125
- Hinge Cover
  129
- Keyboard
  131
- Coin-Cell Battery
  132
- Internal Card with Bluetooth ® Wireless Technology
  133
- Optical Drive
  133
13 Traveling with Your Computer

135
- Identifying Your Computer
  135
- Packing the Computer
  135
- Travel Tips
  136
  - Traveling by Air
    136
14 Specifications

137
15 Getting Help

145
- Obtaining Assistance
  145
  - Online Services
    145
  - Autotech Service
    146
  - Automated Order-Status Service
    146
  - Support Service
    146
- Problems with Your Order
  147
- Product Information
  147
- Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit
  147
- Before You Call
  147
16 Appendix

149
- Using the System Setup Program
  149
  - Viewing the System Setup Screens
    149
  - System Setup Screen
    149
  - Commonly Used Options
    150
- Cleaning Your Computer
  151
  - Computer, Keyboard, and Display
    151
  - Touch Pad
    151
  - Cds and Dvds
    151
- FCC Notices (U.S. Only)
  152
  - FCC Class B
    152
- Macrovision Product Notice
  153
- Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)
  153
  - Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals
    153
  - Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals
    154
17 Contacting Dell

155
Glossary

173
Index

183

DELL Inspiron 9400 Owner's Manual (186 pages)

Brand: DELL | Category: Laptop | Size: 2 MB

Table of Contents
3
Finding Information
11
1 A Tour of Your Computer

15
- Determining Your Computer's Configuration
  15
- Front View
  16
- Left Side View
  20
- Right Side View
  21
- Back View
  23
- Bottom View
  27
2 Setting up Your Computer

29
3 Using the Display

37
- Adjusting Brightness
  37
- Switching the Video Image
  37
- Setting Display Resolution
  38
4 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad

39
- Numeric Keypad
  39
- Key Combinations
  40
  - System Functions
    40
  - Battery
    40
  - CD or DVD Tray
    40
  - Display Functions
    40
  - Wireless Networking and Bluetooth ® Wireless Technology Function
    40
  - Power Management
    40
  - Speaker Functions
    41
  - Microsoft ® Windows ® Logo Key Functions
    41
- Touch Pad
  42
  - Customizing the Touch Pad
    42
5 Using a Battery

43
- Battery Performance
  43
- Checking the Battery Charge
  44
  - Dell™ Quickset Battery Meter
    44
  - Microsoft ® Windows ® Power Meter
    45
  - Charge Gauge
    45
  - Low-Battery Warning
    46
- Conserving Battery Power
  46
  - Power Management Modes
    46
  - Configuring Power Management Settings
    48
- Charging the Battery
  51
- Replacing the Battery
  52
- Storing a Battery
  52
6 Dell™ Quickset Features

53
7 Using Cds, Dvds, and Other Multimedia

55
8 Using Expresscards

75
9 Using the 5-In-1 Media Memory Card Reader

79
- Installing a Media Memory Card
  79
- Removing a Media Memory Card
  80
10 Setting up a Home and Office Network

81
11 Solving Problems

87
- Dell Diagnostics
  87
- Dell Support Utility
  90
- Drive Problems
  92
- E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
  93
- Error Messages
  94
- Expresscard Problems
  98
- IEEE 1394 Device Problems
  98
- Keyboard Problems
  99
  - External Keyboard Problems
    99
  - Unexpected Characters
    99
- Lockups and Software Problems
  100
- Memory Problems
  102
- Network Problems
  102
- Power Problems
  103
  - Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer
    104
- Printer Problems
  104
- Scanner Problems
  104
- Sound and Speaker Problems
  105
  - No Sound from Integrated Speakers
    105
  - No Sound from External Speakers
    105
  - No Sound from Headphones
    106
- Touch Pad or Mouse Problems
  106
- Video and Display Problems
  106
- Drivers
  108
  - What Is a Driver
    108
  - Identifying Drivers
    108
  - Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities
    108
- Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities
  110
- Restoring Your Operating System
  111
12 Adding and Replacing Parts

117
- Before You Begin
  117
  - Recommended Tools
    117
  - Turning off Your Computer
    117
  - Before Working Inside Your Computer
    118
- Hard Drive
  119
  - Returning a Hard Drive to Dell
    121
- Memory
  121
- Modem
  124
- Mini-Card
  125
- Hinge Cover
  129
- Keyboard
  130
- Coin-Cell Battery
  131
- Optical Drive
  132
- Internal Card with Bluetooth ® Wireless Technology
  132
13 Specifications

135
14 Appendix

143
- Using the System Setup Program
  143
  - Viewing the System Setup Screens
    143
  - System Setup Screen
    143
  - Commonly Used Options
    144
- Traveling with Your Computer
  145
  - Identifying Your Computer
    145
  - Packing the Computer
    145
  - Travel Tips
    146
  - Traveling by Air
    146
  - If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen
    146
  - Computer Tracking Software
    147
- Cleaning Your Computer
  147
  - Computer, Keyboard, and Display
    147
  - Touch Pad
    148
  - Cds and Dvds
    148
- FCC Notices (U.S. Only)
  148
  - FCC Class B
    148
- Macrovision Product Notice
  149
- Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)
  149

Dell Inspiron 9400 Service Manual (57 pages)

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

Removing the Battery Latch Assembly
2
Replacing the Battery Latch Assembly
3
Before You Begin
5
Recommended Tools
5
Turning off Your Computer
5
Before Working Inside Your Computer
5
Computer Orientation
6
Screw Identification
6
Internal Card with Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
9
Expresscard Cage
10
Removing the Coin-Cell Battery
13
Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery
13
System Components
15
Removing the Processor Module
16
Replacing the Processor Module
17
Removing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly
18
Replacing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly
18
Display Assembly
20
Removing the Display Assembly
20
Replacing the Display Assembly
21
Display Bezel
22
Removing the Display Bezel
23
Display Panel
24
Replacing the Display Bezel
24
Removing the Display Panel
24
Replacing the Display Panel
26
Display Latch
26
Removing the Display Latch
26
Replacing the Display Latch
26
System Fans
28
Flashing the BIOS
30
Removing the Hard Drive
31
Replacing the Hard Drive
31
Returning a Hard Drive to Dell
32
Removing the Hinge Cover
33
Replacing the Hinge Cover
33
Removing the Memory Module(S)
35
Replacing the Memory Module(S)
36
Removing the Modem
37
Replacing the Modem
38
Optical Drive
39
Removing the Palm Rest
40
Replacing the Palm Rest
41
Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors
43
USB Connector
43
S-Video TV-Out Connector
43
Video Connector
43
IEEE 1394 Connector
44
Removing the Speakers
45
Replacing the Speakers
45
Removing the System Board
48
Replacing the System Board
50
Removing the USB Port Board
53
Replacing the USB Port Board
53
Removing the Video Card/Thermal-Cooling Assembly
55
Replacing the Video Card/Thermal-Cooling Assembly
55

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Dell Inspiron 9400 Owner's Manual (188 pages)

Table of Contents

1 A Tour of Your Computer

2 Setting up Your Computer

3 Using the Display

4 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad

5 Using a Battery

6 Dell™ Quickset Features

7 Using Cds, Dvds, and Other Multimedia

8 Using Cards

9 Setting up a Home and Office Network

10 Securing Your Computer

11 Troubleshooting

12 Adding and Replacing Parts

13 Traveling with Your Computer

14 Specifications

15 Getting Help

16 Appendix

17 Contacting Dell

Glossary

Index

DELL Inspiron 9400 Owner's Manual (186 pages)

Table of Contents

1 A Tour of Your Computer

2 Setting up Your Computer

3 Using the Display

4 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad

5 Using a Battery

6 Dell™ Quickset Features

7 Using Cds, Dvds, and Other Multimedia

8 Using Expresscards

9 Using the 5-In-1 Media Memory Card Reader

10 Setting up a Home and Office Network

11 Solving Problems

12 Adding and Replacing Parts

13 Specifications

14 Appendix

Dell Inspiron 9400 Service Manual (57 pages)

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