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Solving Problems

If you encounter interference that hinders reception on your computer — An unwanted signal is creating interference by interrupting or blocking other signals. Some possible causes of interference are:

Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables.

Too many devices connected to a power strip.

Multiple power strips connected to the 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 the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com) to ensure that your computer is successfully communicating with the memory.

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Contents Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE February 2009 P/N F957N Rev. A00 Contents Finding More Information Resources Specifications Appendix Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Before Setting Up Your ComputerExtend the Rear Stabilizing Feet Connect Using the VGA Connector Connect the DisplayConnect Using the Hdmi Connector Connect Using the DVI ConnectorConnect the Keyboard and Mouse Connect the Network Cable Optional Display and Computer Computer and Display Windows Vista Setup Connect to the Internet OptionalSetting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up a Wired Internet ConnectionClick Start → Connect To Setting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Using Your Inspiron Desktop Front View FeaturesUsing Your Inspiron Desktop Back View Features Power supply diagnostic lightExpansion card slots Access Back panel connectors Plug USBBack Panel Connectors Center/subwoofer connector Orange Connects to a subwooferProductivity and Communication Software FeaturesEntertainment and Multimedia Customizing Your Energy Settings Customizing the DesktopBacking Up Your Data Solving Problems Network ProblemsSolving Problems Power Problems Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory messageIf a program stops responding End the program Lockups and Software ProblemsClick Applications Welcome screen, click Next Solving Problems Using Support Tools Dell Support CenterBeep Codes Two beeps No RAM DetectedSystem Messages Drive is installed properly and partitioned as a boot device Hardware Troubleshooter Dell DiagnosticsClick Start → Help and Support Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc Type 1 to start the CD menu and press Enter to proceed System Recovery Options System Restore Starting System RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Click Undo my last restoration and click NextDell Factory Image Restore Dell Factory Image RestoreOperating System Reinstallation Before You BeginReinstalling Windows Vista Click Exit if the Install Windows message appearsGetting Help Service DellConnectOnline Services Support.dell.comMobilesupport@us.dell.com Support@us.dell.com Ftp.dell.comAutomated Order-Status Service Product InformationReturning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Diagnostic Checklist Before You CallContacting Dell Visit support.dell.comGetting Help If you need to See Finding More Information and ResourcesAt support.dell.com Compliance Computer Model SpecificationsDrives Expansion Slots Front Panel ConnectorsComputer Environment Power PhysicalBy model 535s/537s 545s 546s Processor MemoryBy model 535s 545s 546s Back Panel Connectors Audio TypeAppendix Macrovision Product NoticeIndex Index Index Index Page