Dell Inspiron 535s, Setup Manual

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Page 3: ... Models DCSLE and DCSLF SETUP GUIDE INSPIRON ...

Page 4: ...t Dell the DELL logo YOURS IS HERE Inspiron Dell On Call and DellConnect are trademarks of Dell Inc Intel Pentium and Celeron are registered trademarks and Core is a trademark of Intel Corporation in the U S and other countries AMD AMD Sempron AMD Athlon and AMD Phenom are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices Inc Microsoft Windows Windows Vista and the Windows Vista start button logo are either tr...

Page 5: ...nect to the Internet Optional 12 Using Your Inspiron Desktop 16 Front View Features 16 Back View Features 18 Software Features 20 Solving Problems 23 Network Problems 23 Power Problems 25 Memory Problems 26 Lockups and Software Problems 27 Using Support Tools 30 Dell Support Center 30 Beep Codes 31 System Messages 32 Hardware Troubleshooter 34 Dell Diagnostics 34 System Recovery Options 37 System ...

Page 6: ... Online Services 44 Automated Order Status Service 45 Product Information 45 Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit 46 Before You Call 47 Contacting Dell 48 Finding More Information and Resources 50 Specifications 52 Appendix 57 Macrovision Product Notice 57 Index 58 ...

Page 7: ...pliance Homepage at www dell com regulatory_compliance Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your computer ensure that you allow easy access to a power source adequate ventilation and a level surface to place your computer Restricting airflow around your computer may cause it to overheat To prevent overheating ensure that you leave at least 10 2 cm 4 inches at the back of the computer a...

Page 8: ...ron Desktop Extend the Rear Stabilizing Feet With the computer sitting in an upright position carefully lift the rear of the computer and rotate the stabilizing feet outwards The extended feet ensure maximum system stability ...

Page 9: ...s on your display and computer to select the connection type you will use VGA HDMI DVI Connect the display using either the VGA connector the HDMI connector or the DVI connector The HDMI connector is a high performance digital connector that carries both video and audio signals for displays such as TVs and monitors with integrated speakers The VGA connector carries only video signals for displays ...

Page 10: ... both ends with an HDMI to DVI adapter NOTE You can purchase an HDMI to DVI adapter from the Dell website at www dell com Connect Using the DVI Connector If your display has a VGA connector use a VGA cable with blue connectors at both ends with a DVI to VGA adapter NOTE You can purchase a DVI to VGA adapter from the Dell website at www dell com ...

Page 11: ...ur Inspiron Desktop Connect the Keyboard and Mouse Use the USB connectors on the back panel of the computer to connect a USB keyboard and mouse NOTE The exact location of connectors may be different than what is shown ...

Page 12: ...n such as a home cable modem or Ethernet jack you can connect it now Use only an Ethernet cable RJ45 connector Do not plug a telephone cable RJ11 connector into the network connector To attach your computer to a network or broadband device connect one end of the network cable to either a network port or a broadband device Connect the other end of the network cable to the network adapter connector ...

Page 13: ...11 Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Connect the Power Cables to Your Display and Computer Press the Power Button on Your Computer and Display ...

Page 14: ...ernet Optional NOTE ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country To connect to the Internet you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet service provider ISP Your ISP will offer one or more of the following Internet connection options DSL connections that provide high speed Internet access through your existing telephone line or cellular telephone service With a DSL connection you ca...

Page 15: ...nal USB modem or WLAN adapter is not part of your original order you can purchase one from the Dell website at www dell com Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection If you are using a dial up connection connect the telephone line to the external USB modem optional and to the telephone wall jack before you set up your Internet connection If you are using a DSL or cable satellite modem connection cont...

Page 16: ...k the service status or try connecting again later NOTE Have your ISP information ready If you do not have an ISP the Connect to the Internet wizard can help you get one Save and close any open files and exit any 1 open programs Click 2 Start Control Panel Under 3 Network and Internet click Connect to the Internet The Connect to the Internet window appears Click either 4 Broadband PPPoE or Dial up...

Page 17: ...15 Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop ...

Page 18: ...Desktop Your computer has indicators and buttons that provide information and enable you to perform common tasks The connectors on your computer provide the option of attaching additional devices Front View Features 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ...

Page 19: ...d off or is not receiving power 4 USB 2 0 connectors 2 Connects to USB devices such as memory keys digital cameras and MP3 players 5 Headphone connector Connects to headphones NOTE To connect to a powered speaker or sound system use the audio out connector on the back of your computer 6 Hard drive activity light The hard drive activity light is on when the computer reads data from or writes data t...

Page 20: ...s power availability for power supply Green light Power is available for the power supply No light Power is not available for the power supply or the power supply is not working NOTE The power supply diagnostic light may not be available on some models 4 Expansion card slots Access connectors for any installed PCI and PCI express cards 5 Back panel connectors Plug USB audio and other devices into ...

Page 21: ... mouse keyboard printer external drive or MP3 player Network connector and light Connects your computer to a network or broadband device The network activity light flashes when the computer is transmitting or receiving data A high volume of network traffic may make this light appear to be in a steady on state Side L R surround connector silver Connects to surround sound speakers Rear L R surround ...

Page 22: ... support dell com Productivity and Communication You can use your computer to create presentations brochures greeting cards fliers and spreadsheets You can also edit and view digital photographs and images Check your purchase order for software installed on your computer After connecting to the Internet you can access websites setup an e mail account upload and download files and so on Entertainme...

Page 23: ...To access the display properties window Right click an open area of the desktop 1 Click 2 Personalize to open the Personalize appearance and sounds window and learn more about your customization options Customizing Your Energy Settings You can use the power options in your operating system to configure the power settings on your computer Microsoft Windows Vista provides three default options Balan...

Page 24: ...up files and folders on your computer To back up files Click 1 Start Control Panel System and Maintenance Welcome Center Transfer files and settings Click 2 Back up files or Back up computer Click 3 Continue on the User Account Control window and follow the instructions in the Back up Files wizard ...

Page 25: ... your computer read the safety information that shipped with your computer For additional safety best practice information see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www dell com regulatory_compliance Network Problems Wireless Connections If the network connection is lost The wireless router is offline or wireless has been disabled on the computer Check your wireless router to ensure it is powered ...

Page 26: ...formation on the status Link integrity light Green light A good connection exists between a 10 100 Mbps network and the computer Off no light The computer is not detecting a physical connection to the network Network activity light Yellow blinking light Indicates activity on the network Off no light Indicates no activity on the network NOTE The link integrity light on the network connector is only...

Page 27: ... of the system is on If the light is off there may be a possible problem with the power supply or the power cable If the power light is solid white and the computer is not responding The display may not be connected or powered on Ensure that the display is properly connected and then turn it off then back on If the power light is solid amber The computer is in sleep state Press a key on the keyboa...

Page 28: ...e same electrical outlet Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message Save and close any open files and exit any open programs you are not using to see if that resolves the problem See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements If necessary install additional memory see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support dell com Reseat the memory modules see...

Page 29: ...see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support dell com to ensure that your computer is successfully communicating with the memory Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up Ensure that the power cable is firmly connected to the computer and to the electrical outlet If a program stops responding End the program Press Ctrl Shift Esc simultaneously 1 Click 2 Appli...

Page 30: ...ent similar to non Windows Vista operating system environments Click 1 Start Control Panel Programs Use an older program with this version of Windows In the welcome screen click 2 Next Follow the instructions on the screen 3 If you have other software problems Back up your files immediately Use a virus scanning program to check the hard drive or CDs Save and close any open files or programs and sh...

Page 31: ...29 Solving Problems Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program If necessary uninstall and then reinstall the program ...

Page 32: ...ce from Dell Technical Support with DellConnect Customer Service Training and Tutorials How To Help with Dell on Call and Online Scan with PCCheckUp About Your System System Documentation Warranty Information System Information Upgrades Accessories The top of the Dell Support Center home page displays your computer s model number along with its Service Tag and Express Service Code For more informa...

Page 33: ...or If available install memory modules of the same type in your computer If the problem persists contact Dell see Contacting Dell on page 48 Three beeps Possible motherboard failure Contact Dell see Contacting Dell on page 48 Four beeps RAM Read Write failure Ensure that no special memory module memory connector placement requirements exist see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at sup...

Page 34: ...es for the same error see Contacting Dell on page 48 for assistance CMOS checksum error Possible motherboard failure or RTC battery low Coin cell battery needs replacement See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support dell com or see Contacting Dell on page 48 for assistance CPU fan failure CPU fan has failed CPU fan needs replacement See the Service Manual on the Dell Support webs...

Page 35: ... for assistance USB over current error Disconnect the USB device Your USB device needs more power for it to function properly Use an external power source to connect the USB device or if your device has two USB cables connect both of them NOTICE Hard Drive SELF MONITORING SYSTEM has reported that a parameter has exceeded its normal operating range Dell recommends that you back up your data regular...

Page 36: ...teps Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer perform the checks in Lockups and Software Problems on page 27 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance It is recommended that you print these procedures before you begin NOTE Dell Diagnostics works only on Dell computers NOTE The Drivers and Utilities disc is optional and may not ship with yo...

Page 37: ...ain NOTE If you see a message stating that no diagnostics utility partition has been found run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics 4 from the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc Insert the 1 Drivers and Utilities disc Shut down and restart the computer 2 When ...

Page 38: ... press Enter Type 1 to start the CD menu and press 5 Enter to proceed Select 6 Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list If multiple versions are listed select the version appropriate for your computer When the Dell Diagnostics 7 Main Menu appears select the test you want to run ...

Page 39: ...n when you purchased the computer This procedure permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and remove any programs installed after you received the computer Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem If you received an Operating System disc with your computer you can use it to restore your operating system However using the Operating Sy...

Page 40: ...t your Dell computer to the Windows Classic view Starting System Restore Click 1 Start In the 2 Start Search box type System Restore and press Enter NOTE The User Account Control window may appear If you are an administrator on the computer click Continue otherwise contact your administrator to continue the desired action Click 3 Next and follow the remaining prompts on the screen In the event tha...

Page 41: ... the last method to restore your operating system These options restore your hard drive to the operating state it was in when you purchased the computer Any programs or files added since you received your computer including data files are permanently deleted from the hard drive Data files include documents spreadsheets e mail messages digital photos music files and so on If possible back up all da...

Page 42: ... installed applications have been restored to factory condition Click 9 Finish to reboot the system Operating System Reinstallation Before You Begin If you are reinstalling the Microsoft Windows operating system to correct a problem with a newly installed driver first try using Windows Device Driver Rollback If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem then use System Restore to return y...

Page 43: ...s protection program and other software Save and close any open files and exit any 1 open programs Insert the 2 Operating System disc Click 3 Exit if the Install Windows message appears Restart the computer 4 When the DELL logo appears press F12 5 immediately NOTE If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears continue to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop then shut down ...

Page 44: ...of Dell Support online If the preceding steps have not resolved the 5 problem see Contacting Dell on page 48 NOTE Call Dell Support from a telephone near or at the computer so that the support staff can assist you with any necessary procedures NOTE Dell s Express Service Code system may not be available in all countries When prompted by Dell s automated telephone system enter your Express Service ...

Page 45: ...ntact Dell s support service see Before You Call on page 47 and then see the contact information for your region or go to support dell com DellConnect DellConnect is a simple online access tool that allows a Dell service and support associate to access your computer through a broadband connection diagnose your problem and repair it all under your supervision For more information go to support dell...

Page 46: ...nd e mail addresses Dell Support websites support dell com support jp dell com Japan only support euro dell com Europe only Dell Support e mail addresses mobile_support us dell com support us dell com la techsupport dell com Latin America and Caribbean countries only apsupport dell com Asian Pacific countries only Dell Marketing and Sales e mail addresses apmarketing dell com Asian Pacific countri...

Page 47: ...age 48 If you have a problem with your order such as missing parts wrong parts or incorrect billing contact Dell for customer assistance Have your invoice or packing slip handy when you call For the telephone number to call for your region see Contacting Dell on page 48 Product Information If you need information about additional products available from Dell or if you would like to place an order ...

Page 48: ... on page 47 indicating the tests that you have run and any error messages reported by the Dell Diagnostics see Dell Diagnostics on page 34 Include any accessories that belong with 5 the item s being returned power cables software guides and so on if the return is for credit Pack the equipment to be returned in the 6 original or equivalent packing materials NOTE You are responsible for paying shipp...

Page 49: ...oard relay detailed information during operations or try other troubleshooting steps possible only at the computer itself Ensure that the computer documentation is available Diagnostic Checklist Name Date Address Phone number Service Tag bar code on the top of the computer Express Service Code Return Material Authorization Number if provided by Dell support technician Operating system and version ...

Page 50: ...o not have an active Internet connection you can find contact information on your purchase invoice packing slip bill or Dell product catalog Dell provides several online and telephone based support and service options Availability varies by country and product and some services may not be available in your area To contact Dell for sales technical support or customer service issues Visit 1 support ...

Page 51: ...49 Getting Help Click 3 Contact Us on the left side of the page Select the appropriate service or support link 4 based on your need Choose the method of contacting Dell that is 5 convenient for you ...

Page 52: ...ates can be found on the Dell Support website at support dell com learn more about your operating system maintaining peripherals RAID Internet Bluetooth networking and e mail the Dell Technology Guide available on your hard drive upgrade your computer with new or additional memory or a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at su...

Page 53: ...see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www dell com regulatory_ compliance find your Service Tag Express Service Code You must use the Service Tag to identify your computer on support dell com or to contact technical support the top of your computer find drivers and downloads access technical support and product help check on your order status for new purchases find solutions and answers to com...

Page 54: ...ings may vary by region For more information regarding the configuration of your computer click Start Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer Drives Externally accessible one 5 25 inch drive bay for SATA DVD RW Super Multi Drive or Blu ray Disc combo or Blu ray Disc RW optical drive one 3 5 inch bay for a FlexBay drive Internally accessible two 3 5 inch drive...

Page 55: ... cards Computer Environment Temperature ranges Operating 10 to 35 C 50 to 95 F Storage 40 to 65 C 40 to 149 F Relative humidity 20 to 80 non condensing Maximum vibration using a random vibration spectrum that simulates user environment Operating 5 to 350 Hz at 0 0002 G2 Hz Storage 5 to 500 Hz at 0 001 to 0 01 G2 Hz Maximum shock measured with hard drive in head parked position and a 2 ms half sine...

Page 56: ...ower DC Power Supply Wattage 250 W Power Maximum heat dissipation 852 5 BTU hr NOTE Heat dissipation is calculated by using the power supply wattage rating Voltage 115 230 VAC 50 60 Hz 6 3 A Coin cell battery 3 V CR2032 lithium coin cell Physical Height maximum 37 79 cm 14 9 inches Width maximum 10 6 cm 4 2 inches Depth maximum 43 31 cm 17 01 inches Weight starting at 7 3 kg 16 1 lb NOTE Depending...

Page 57: ...AMD Phenom Memory Connectors two four four Minimum 1 GB 1 x 1 GB DIMM 1 GB 1 x 1 GB DIMM 2 GB 2 x 1 GB DIMMs Maximum 4 GB 2 x 2 GB DIMMs 8 GB 4 x 2 GB DIMMs 8 GB 4 x 2 GB DIMMs Memory type 800 MHz DDR2 DIMM non ECC memory only 800 MHz DDR2 DIMM non ECC memory only 800 MHz DDR2 DIMM non ECC memory only Capacities 1 GB and 2 GB 1 GB and 2 GB 1 GB and 2 GB NOTE For instructions on upgrading your memo...

Page 58: ... Rear L R surround connector Center subwoofer connector USB four USB 2 0 compliant connectors four USB 2 0 compliant connectors four USB 2 0 compliant connectors Network adapter RJ45 connector RJ45 connector RJ45 connector Video VGA connector VGA connector VGA connector HDMI connector Audio Type Realtek ALC622 integrated 5 1 channel High Definition Audio Realtek ALC888 integrated 7 1 channel High ...

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Page 60: ... 13 conserving energy 21 Contacting Dell online 48 customer service 43 customizing your desktop 21 your energy settings 21 D data backing up 22 DellConnect 43 Dell Diagnostics 34 Dell Factory Image Restore 37 Dell Support Center 30 Dell support website 51 Dell Technology Guide for futher information 50 Diagnostic Checklist 47 drivers and downloads 51 DVDs playing and creating 21 Index ...

Page 61: ...P login anonymous 44 H hard drive type 52 hardware problems diagnosing 34 Hardware Troubleshooter 34 HDMI display 7 headphone front connector 17 help getting assistance and support 42 I Internet connection 12 ISP Internet Service Provider 12 M memory problems solving 26 N network connection fixing 24 network connector location 19 ...

Page 62: ...45 R reinstalling Windows 37 resources finding more 50 restoring factory image 39 S shipping products for return or repair 46 software features 20 software problems 27 solving problems 23 specifications 52 support email addresses 44 System Messages 32 system reinstall options 37 System Restore 37 T technical support 43 temperature operating and storage ranges 53 ...

Page 63: ... Index U USB 2 0 back connectors 19 front connectors 17 W warranty returns 46 Windows reinstalling 37 Windows Vista Program Compatibility Wizard 28 reinstalling 41 setup 12 wireless network connection 23 ...

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