Dell MV909, 1370, P06S001 Memory Problems, Insufficient memory message, Other memory problems

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Memory Problems

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 at support.dell.com/manuals).

•Reseat the memory modules (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals) to ensure that your computer is successfully communicating with the memory.

Solving Problems

Other memory problems —

•Ensure that you are following the memory installation guidelines (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals).

•Check if the memory module is compatible with your computer. Your computer supports DDR3 memory. For more information about the type of memory supported by your computer, see “Basic Specifications” on page 64.

•Run the Dell Diagnostics (see “Dell Diagnostics” on page 43).

•Reseat the memory modules (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/ manuals) to ensure that your computer is successfully communicating with the memory.

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Contents Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE August 2009 P/N MV909 Rev. A00 Contents Index Before Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Inspiron LaptopConnect the AC Adapter Connect the Network Cable Optional Press the Power Button Set Up Microsoft Windows To install the SIM Install the Subscriber Identity Module OptionalBattery bay SIM slot Enable or Disable Wireless Optional Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet Optional Setting Up a Wired ConnectionSetting Up a Wireless Connection To set up your connection to a wireless routerTo set up your Internet connection Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionRight View Features Using Your Inspiron LaptopUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Left View Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Front View Feature Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features AC Adapter Indicator light statusBattery charge level BatteryUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Multimedia Control Keys Display Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing Battery Dell Extended Battery LifeBattery Battery bay Battery release latches Software Features Productivity and CommunicationEntertainment and Multimedia Backing Up Your Data Customizing Your Energy SettingsCustomizing the Desktop Transferring Information to a New ComputerDell Dock Personalize the Dock Add a CategoryAdd an Icon Remove a Category or IconSolving Problems Beep Code Possible ProblemBeep Codes Wired connection is lost Network ProblemsPower Problems Wireless connection is lostPower light is solid white but computer is not responding Memory Problems Other memory problemsInsufficient memory message Click End Task Program crashes repeatedly Computer does not start upProgram stops responding Click ApplicationsOther software problems Using Support Tools Dell Support CenterAbout Your System System System Messages Using Support ToolsThem Hardware Troubleshooter Dell DiagnosticsIf Pre-boot System Assessment PSA is invoked Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveIf PSA is not invoked Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc Restoring Your Operating System System RestoreStarting System Restore Undoing the Last System RestoreClick Undo my last restoration and click Next Starting Dell Factory Image Restore Dell Factory Image RestoreRestoring Your Operating System Operating System Reinstallation To reinstall Windows, you need the followingBefore You Begin Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears Reinstalling Microsoft WindowsGetting Help DellConnect Technical Support and Customer ServiceOnline Services Dell Support websitesDell Support e-mail addresses Product Information Automated Order-Status ServiceReturning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Before You Call Diagnostic Checklist For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL Contacting DellIf you need to See Finding More Information and ResourcesSee If you need toComputer Information Basic SpecificationsSystem Model ProcessorMemory In-1 Memory Card ReaderConnectors CommunicationsDisplay Battery BatteryPhysical AC AdapterRelative humidity maximum Computer EnvironmentMacrovision Product Notice AppendixImporter Index Index Index