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drive is installed properly and partitioned as a boot device.

Enter system setup and ensure that the boot sequence information is correct (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com).

No timer tick interrupt — A chip on the system board might be malfunctioning or motherboard failure (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com or see “Contacting Dell” on page 48 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 regularly. A parameter out of range may or may

Using Support Tools

not indicate a potential hard drive problem — S.M.A.R.T error, possible hard disk drive failure. This feature can be enabled or disabled in the BIOS setup (see “Contacting Dell” on page 48 for assistance).

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Contents Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE February 2009 P/N F957N Rev. A00 Contents Finding More Information Resources Specifications Appendix Before Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Inspiron DesktopExtend the Rear Stabilizing Feet Connect the Display Connect Using the VGA ConnectorConnect Using the DVI Connector Connect Using the Hdmi ConnectorConnect the Keyboard and Mouse Connect the Network Cable Optional Display and Computer Computer and Display Connect to the Internet Optional Windows Vista SetupClick Start → Connect To Setting Up a Wired Internet ConnectionSetting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Front View Features Using Your Inspiron DesktopUsing Your Inspiron Desktop Back panel connectors Plug USB Back View FeaturesPower supply diagnostic light Expansion card slots AccessCenter/subwoofer connector Orange Connects to a subwoofer Back Panel ConnectorsEntertainment and Multimedia Software FeaturesProductivity and Communication Customizing the Desktop Customizing Your Energy SettingsBacking Up Your Data Network Problems Solving ProblemsSolving Problems Power Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message Memory ProblemsClick Applications Lockups and Software ProblemsIf a program stops responding End the program Welcome screen, click Next Solving Problems Dell Support Center Using Support ToolsTwo beeps No RAM Detected Beep CodesSystem 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 Click Undo my last restoration and click Next System RestoreStarting System Restore Undoing the Last System RestoreDell Factory Image Restore Dell Factory Image RestoreBefore You Begin Operating System ReinstallationClick Exit if the Install Windows message appears Reinstalling Windows VistaGetting Help DellConnect ServiceFtp.dell.com Online ServicesSupport.dell.com Mobilesupport@us.dell.com Support@us.dell.comProduct Information Automated Order-Status ServiceReturning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Before You Call Diagnostic ChecklistVisit support.dell.com Contacting DellGetting Help At support.dell.com Finding More Information and ResourcesIf you need to See Compliance Drives SpecificationsComputer Model Computer Environment Front Panel ConnectorsExpansion Slots Physical PowerMemory By model 535s/537s 545s 546s ProcessorAudio Type By model 535s 545s 546s Back Panel ConnectorsMacrovision Product Notice AppendixIndex Index Index Index Page