Dell 1150 owner manual Hard Drive

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NOTICE: To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following steps before you begin working inside the computer.

1Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent the computer cover from being scratched.

2Shut down the computer.

3Ensure that the computer and any attached devices are turned off. If your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when you shut down your computer, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds.

4If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions.

NOTICE: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug it from the network wall jack.

5Disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer.

6Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets, and then press the power button to ground the system board.

NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network wall jack and then plug it into the computer.

7Remove any installed PC Cards from the PC Card slot.

8Close the display and turn the computer upside down on a flat work surface.

NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you service the computer.

9Slide and hold the battery-bay latch release on the bottom of the computer, and then remove the battery from the bay.

10Remove any installed modules.

11Remove the hard drive.

Hard Drive

CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from the computer when the drive is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive.

NOTICE: To prevent data loss, shut down your computer (see page 28) before removing the hard drive. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is on, in standby mode, or in hibernate mode.

NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile; even a slight bump can damage the drive.

NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell.

Adding and Replacing Parts

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Contents Dell Inspiron W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o mAbbreviations and Acronyms Contents Using a Battery Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Adding and Replacing Parts Appendix 109Contents Finding Information Dell Product Information GuideHelp File Dell Support Website support.dell.com W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Tour of Your Computer Front ViewKeyboard Status Lights Solid green The battery is charging PC Card slot CD or DVD drive Audio connectors Left Side ViewModem connector Air vents Right Side ViewModem Connector AC adapter AC adapter connector Tour of Your Computer Back ViewConnects USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer Bottom View Card cover Bay Hard drive Air vent Memory module coverTour of Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer Connecting to the InternetSetting Up Your Internet Connection Modem and Internet Connection Problems Next window, click the appropriate optionMail Problems Setting Up a Printer Connecting a USB PrinterPrinter Cable Printer Problems Power Protection DevicesSurge Protectors Line Conditioners Uninterruptible Power SuppliesTurning Off Your Computer Computer turns off after the shutdown process finishesUsing a Battery Battery PerformancePower Meter Checking the Battery ChargeCharging the Battery Low-Battery WarningStoring a Battery Removing a BatteryInstalling a Battery Battery and Power ProblemsIf the battery is not charging If battery life is shortNumeric Keypad Using the Keyboard and Touch PadDell AccessDirect Button Reprogramming the ButtonSystem Functions Power ManagementKeyboard Shortcuts CD or DVD TraySpeaker Functions Microsoft Windows Logo Key FunctionsTouch Pad Customizing the Touch Pad Touch Pad or Mouse ProblemsExternal Keyboard Problems Click MouseUnexpected Characters Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Using CDs and DVDsCD or DVD Problems If you have a problem with external speakers Sound and Speaker ProblemsIf you have a problem with integrated speakers Reenable the integrated speakersHow to Copy a CD or DVD Using Blank CD-Rs and CD-RWsCopying CDs and DVDs Helpful Tips Setting Up a Home and Office Network Connecting to a Network AdapterNetwork Setup Wizard Network ProblemsOn the welcome screen, click Next Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft Windows XPDetermining Your Network Type Setting Up a Home and Office Network Setting Up a Home and Office Network Setting Up a Home and Office Network Solving Problems Dell DiagnosticsWhen to Use the Dell Diagnostics Option Function Error Messages Tab FunctionVideo and Display Problems If the display is blankIf the display is difficult to read Scanner Problems If only part of the display is readableDrive Problems If you cannot save a file to a floppy driveIf you have problems with a hard drive PC Card ProblemsGeneral Program Problems Program crashesIf Your Computer Gets Wet Resolving Other Technical ProblemsError messages appear Program stops respondingIf You Drop or Damage Your Computer Drivers What Is a Driver?Reinstalling Drivers Identifying DriversManually Reinstalling Drivers for Windows XP Resolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesClick the Hardware tab and click Device Manager Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Restoring Your Operating SystemUsing Dell PC Restore by Symantec Select a restore point and click NextPC Restore Click System Properties Recommended Tools Adding and Replacing PartsBefore You Begin Shutting Down Your ComputerHard Drive Screws Hard drive Memory Returning a Hard Drive to DellCaptive screw Adding and Replacing Parts Modem and Mini PCI Card Replacing the Modem Adding a Mini PCI CardMini PCI card Mini PCI card CD or DVD Drive Remove the screw labeled O next to the memory module coverKeyboard Remove the keyboard from the bottom case Adding and Replacing Parts Specifications AppendixSodimm SPWG-B XGA Power-intensive conditions W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Kg 7.57 lb Using the System Setup Program Viewing the System Setup ScreensOverview System Setup Screens Commonly Used OptionsSystem and Battery Performance Optimization System Performance OverviewOptimizing Power Consumption and Battery Charge Time Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. OnlyVariable Speed Fan Definition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsFCC Notices U.S. Only Class a Class BContacting Dell FCC Identification InformationTech Support AutoTech automated technical support Sales, Customer Support, and Technical Support General Support 01-899-753-0777 International Access Code Country Code Greece Website support.euro.dell.com Ireland Sales Technical Support servers 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 Appendix D ex 110 D e Printer cable, 26 connecting, 26 setting up, 26 USB Problems Uninterruptible power supplies See UPS

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