Dell 535s, 545s, 537s, 546s, F957N setup guide Using Support Tools, Dell Support Center

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INSPIRON

Using Support Tools

Dell Support Center

The Dell Support Center helps you find the service, support, and system-specific information you need. For more information about Dell Support Center and available support tools, click the Services tab at support.dell.com.

Click the icon in the taskbar to run the application. The home page provides links to access:

•Self Help (Troubleshooting, Security, System Performance, Network/Internet, Backup/ Recovery, and Windows Vista®)

•Alerts (technical support alerts relevant to your computer)

•Assistance 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 information about the Dell Support Center, see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com.

WARNING: To guard against the likelihood of electric shock, laceration by moving fan blades or other unexpected injuries, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.

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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 OptionalClick Start → Connect To Setting Up a Wired Internet ConnectionSetting Up a Wireless Connection 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 subwooferEntertainment and Multimedia Software FeaturesProductivity and Communication 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 messageClick Applications Lockups and Software ProblemsIf a program stops responding End the program 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 Click Start → Help and Support Dell DiagnosticsHardware Troubleshooter 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 At support.dell.com Finding More Information and ResourcesIf you need to See Compliance Drives SpecificationsComputer Model Computer Environment Front Panel ConnectorsExpansion Slots 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