Dell 1150 owner manual Screws Hard drive

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To replace the hard drive in the hard drive bay:

1Complete the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 65.

2Turn the computer over, and remove the hard drive screws.

screws (2)

hard drive

NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic packaging. See the safety instructions in your Product Information Guide.

3Slide the hard drive out of the computer.

4Remove the new drive from its packaging.

Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the hard drive.

NOTICE: Use firm and even pressure to slide the drive into place. If you use excessive force, you may damage the connector.

5Insert the drive into the bay, and push the hard drive until it is fully seated in the bay.

6Replace and tighten the screws.

7Install the operating system for your computer.

8Install the drivers and utilities for your computer.

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Contents W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Dell InspironAbbreviations and Acronyms Contents Using a Battery Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Adding and Replacing Parts 109 AppendixContents Dell Product Information Guide Finding InformationHelp 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 Front View Tour of Your ComputerKeyboard Status Lights Solid green The battery is charging Left Side View PC Card slot CD or DVD drive Audio connectorsRight Side View Modem connector Air ventsModem Connector Back View AC adapter AC adapter connector Tour of Your ComputerConnects USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer Card cover Bay Hard drive Air vent Memory module cover Bottom ViewTour of Your Computer Connecting to the Internet Setting Up Your ComputerSetting Up Your Internet Connection Next window, click the appropriate option Modem and Internet Connection ProblemsMail Problems Connecting a USB Printer Setting Up a PrinterPrinter Cable Power Protection Devices Printer ProblemsSurge Protectors Computer turns off after the shutdown process finishes Uninterruptible Power SuppliesTurning Off Your Computer Line ConditionersBattery Performance Using a BatteryLow-Battery Warning Checking the Battery ChargeCharging the Battery Power MeterBattery and Power Problems Removing a BatteryInstalling a Battery Storing a BatteryIf battery life is short If the battery is not chargingReprogramming the Button Using the Keyboard and Touch PadDell AccessDirect Button Numeric KeypadCD or DVD Tray Power ManagementKeyboard Shortcuts System FunctionsMicrosoft Windows Logo Key Functions Speaker FunctionsTouch Pad Click Mouse Touch Pad or Mouse ProblemsExternal Keyboard Problems Customizing the Touch PadUnexpected Characters Using CDs and DVDs Using CDs, DVDs, and Other MultimediaCD or DVD Problems Reenable the integrated speakers Sound and Speaker ProblemsIf you have a problem with integrated speakers If you have a problem with external speakersUsing Blank CD-Rs and CD-RWs How to Copy a CD or DVDCopying CDs and DVDs Helpful Tips Connecting to a Network Adapter Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkNetwork Problems Network Setup WizardOn the welcome screen, click Next Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft Windows XP Connecting to a Wireless Local Area NetworkDetermining Your Network Type Setting Up a Home and Office Network Setting Up a Home and Office Network Setting Up a Home and Office Network Dell Diagnostics Solving ProblemsWhen to Use the Dell Diagnostics Option Function Tab Function Error MessagesIf the display is blank Video and Display ProblemsIf the display is difficult to read If only part of the display is readable Scanner ProblemsIf you cannot save a file to a floppy drive Drive ProblemsProgram crashes PC Card ProblemsGeneral Program Problems If you have problems with a hard driveProgram stops responding Resolving Other Technical ProblemsError messages appear If Your Computer Gets WetIf You Drop or Damage Your Computer Identifying Drivers What Is a Driver?Reinstalling Drivers DriversResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Manually Reinstalling Drivers for Windows XPClick the Hardware tab and click Device Manager Restoring Your Operating System Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreSelect a restore point and click Next Using Dell PC Restore by SymantecPC Restore Click System Properties Shutting Down Your Computer Adding and Replacing PartsBefore You Begin Recommended ToolsHard Drive Screws Hard drive Returning a Hard Drive to Dell MemoryCaptive screw Adding and Replacing Parts Modem and Mini PCI Card Adding a Mini PCI Card Replacing the ModemMini PCI card Mini PCI card Remove the screw labeled O next to the memory module cover CD or DVD DriveKeyboard Remove the keyboard from the bottom case Adding and Replacing Parts Appendix SpecificationsSodimm 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 Viewing the System Setup Screens Using the System Setup ProgramOverview Commonly Used Options System Setup ScreensSystem Performance Overview System and Battery Performance OptimizationDell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only Optimizing Power Consumption and Battery Charge TimeVariable Speed Fan Class a Class B Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsFCC Notices U.S. Only Definition of Third-Party Software and PeripheralsFCC Identification Information Contacting DellTech 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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