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Dell Inspiron 531 Owner's Manual (212 pages)

Dell Desktop Computer Owner's Manual

Brand: Dell | Category: Desktop | Size: 15.06 MB

Abbreviations and Acronyms
2
Table of Contents
3
1 Finding Information

11
2 Setting up and Using Your Computer

15
- Front View of the Computer
  15
- Back View of the Computer
  17
  - Back Panel Connectors
    18
- Installing Your Computer in an Enclosure
  20
- Setting up a Printer
  22
  - Printer Cable
    22
  - Connecting a USB Printer
    22
- Playing Cds and Dvds
  24
  - Adjusting the Volume
    25
  - Adjusting the Picture
    26
- Copying Cds and Dvds
  27
  - How to Copy a CD or DVD
    27
  - Using Blank Cds and Dvds
    28
  - Helpful Tips
    29
- Using a Media Card Reader (Optional)
  30
- Connecting Two Monitors
  31
  - Connecting Two Monitors with VGA Connectors
    31
- Connecting One Monitor with a VGA Connector and One Monitor with a DVI Connector
  32
- Connecting a TV
  32
- Changing the Display Settings
  33
- Power Management
  33
  - Power Management Options in Microsoft ® Windows ® XP
    33
  - Standby Mode
    33
  - Hibernate Mode
    34
  - Power Options Properties
    35
  - Power Schemes Tab
    35
  - Advanced Tab
    36
  - Hibernate Tab
    36
  - Power Management Options in Windows Vista
    36
  - Standby Mode
    37
  - Hibernate Mode
    38
  - Power Plan Properties
    38
- Enabling Cool 'N' Quiet Technology
  40
- About RAID Configurations (for Windows Vista Only)
  40
- Transferring Information to a New Computer
  44
- Setting up a Home and Office Network
  47
  - Connecting to a Network Adapter
    47
  - Network Setup Wizard
    47
- Connecting to the Internet
  48
  - Setting up Your Internet Connection
    49
3 Solving Problems

51
- Troubleshooting Tips
  51
- Battery Problems
  51
- Drive Problems
  52
  - CD and DVD Drive Problems
    53
  - Hard Drive Problems
    54
- E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
  54
- Error Messages
  56
- Keyboard Problems
  58
- Lockups and Software Problems
  58
- Media Card Reader Problems
  62
- Memory Problems
  63
- Mouse Problems
  64
- Network Problems
  65
- Power Problems
  66
- Printer Problems
  67
- Scanner Problems
  69
- Sound and Speaker Problems
  70
  - No Sound from Speakers
    70
  - No Sound from Headphones
    71
- Video and Monitor Problems
  71
  - If the Screen Is Blank
    72
  - If the Screen Is Difficult to Read
    72
4 Troubleshooting Tools

75
5 Removing and Installing Parts

97
- Before You Begin
  97
- Removing the Computer Cover
  99
- Inside View of Your Computer
  101
- System Board Components
  102
- Power Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments
  104
- Memory
  107
  - Memory Installation Guidelines
    108
  - Installing Memory
    109
  - Removing Memory
    111
- Cards
  111
  - PCI and PCI Express Cards
    112
- Bezel
  118
  - Removing the Bezel
    118
  - Replacing the Bezel
    119
- Drives
  120
  - Recommended Drive Cable Connections
    121
  - Connecting Drive Cables
    121
  - Drive Interface Connectors
    121
  - Connecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables
    122
  - Hard Drives
    122
  - Installing a Hard Drive
    124
  - Installing a Second Hard Drive
    125
  - Floppy Drive
    127
  - Media Card Reader
    133
  - CD or DVD Drive
    136
- Battery
  142
  - Replacing the Battery
    142
- Power Supply
  143
  - Replacing the Power Supply
    143
- Processor
  145
  - Removing the Processor
    145
  - Installing the Processor
    148
- I/O Panel
  151
  - Removing the I/O Panel
    151
  - Installing the I/O Panel
    152
- Processor Fan
  154
  - Removing the Processor Fan
    154
  - Installing the Processor Fan
    157
- Chassis Fan
  159
  - 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 Computer Cover
  164
A Appendix

167
- Specifications
  167
- System Setup
  172
  - Overview
    172
  - Entering System Setup
    172
  - System Setup Options
    173
  - Boot Sequence
    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

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Dell Inspiron 531 Owner's Manual (212 pages)

Table of Contents

1 Finding Information

2 Setting up and Using Your Computer

3 Solving Problems

4 Troubleshooting Tools

5 Removing and Installing Parts

A Appendix

Glossary

Index

Dell Inspiron 531 Information Manual (2 pages)

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