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Dell 1501 Install the replacement Mini-Card, system board connector, metal securing tabs

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NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the connectors on the card and on the system board, and realign the card.

5Install the replacement Mini-Card:

a Insert the Mini-Card connector into the system board connector at a 45-degree angle, and then press the other end of the Mini-Card down into the securing tabs until the card clicks into place.

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Dell 1501 owner manual Install the replacement Mini-Card, system board connector, metal securing tabs

Contents

Model PP23LA Owner’s ManualDell Inspiron Abbreviations and Acronyms Notes, Notices, and CautionsAugust P/N HN926Contents 4 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Physically Connecting to a Network or Broadband Modem A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft Windows If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, DVD, or DVD+RW drive traySound and Speaker Problems Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only Glossary Index ContentsContents Dell Product Information Guide Finding InformationDrivers and Utilities CD also known as ResourceCD These labels are located on the bottom of your computer Setup DiagramService Tag and Microsoft Windows License Windows Help and Support Center Dell Support Website - support.dell.comOperating System CD About Your Computer Determining Your Computer’s ConfigurationFront View Solid green The battery is charging T O U C H P A D - Provides the functionality of a mouse. Silk screening on the touch pad indicates scrolling capabilities The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following Left Side View Right Side View USB C O N N E C T O R S Back ViewA U D I O C O N N E C T O R S Connects an external VGA-compatible monitor About Your Computer Bottom ViewSetting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up Your ComputerConnecting to the Internet If you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISP 5 Click Next Transferring Information to a New ComputerE-mail messages Toolbar settings Window sizes Internet bookmarks Prepare the New Computer for the File Transfer Create a Wizard Disk Printer Cable Setting Up a PrinterConnecting a USB Printer Surge Protectors Power Protection DevicesLine Conditioners Uninterruptible Power SuppliesSetting Up Your Computer Adjusting Brightness Using the DisplaySwitching the Video Image Setting Display ResolutionIf the video resolution setting is higher than that supported by the display, the computer enters pan mode. In pan mode, the entire screen cannot be displayed at one time. For example, the taskbar that usually appears at the bottom of the desktop may no longer be visible. To view the rest of the screen, use the touch pad or track stick to pan up, down, left, and right Numeric Keypad Using the Keyboard and Touch PadPower Management BatteryKey Combinations System FunctionsMicrosoft Windows Logo Key Functions Adjusting Keyboard SettingsSpeaker Functions Customizing the Touch Pad Touch PadBattery Performance Using a BatteryCharge Gauge Checking the Battery ChargeMicrosoft Windows Power Meter Power Management Modes Conserving Battery PowerLow-Battery Warning Configuring Power Management Settings Replacing the Battery Charging the BatteryStoring a Battery Playing a CD or DVD Using MultimediaCopying CDs and DVDs Adjusting the VolumeAdjusting the Picture Using Blank CDs and DVDs How to Copy a CD or DVDHelpful Tips Installing an ExpressCard Using CardsExpressCards ExpressCard BlanksRemoving an ExpressCard or Blank Media Memory Cards Installing a Media Memory CardRemoving a Media Memory Card Physically Connecting to a Network or Broadband Modem Setting Up a NetworkWireless Local Area Network WLAN Network Setup WizardChecking Your Wireless Network Card What You Need to Establish a WLAN ConnectionSetting Up a New WLAN Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network 2 Double-click Network Connections Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Network Card1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support 2 Under Pick a Help topic, click Dell User and System GuidesSetting Up a Network Security Cable Lock PasswordsSecuring Your Computer If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen Computer Tracking SoftwareDell Diagnostics Solving ProblemsDuring the assessment, answer any questions that appear Extended Test CD and DVD drive problems Drive ProblemsHard drive problems E-Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsIf you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, DVD, or DVD+RW drive tray If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding soundError Messages characters in filenames Page M E M O R Y W R I T E / R E A D F A I L U R E A T A D D R E S S , R E A D V A L U E E X P E C T I N G V A L U E - A memory module may be Keyboard Problems ExpressCard Problemsthe Windows taskbar. Ensure that the card is listed manufacturerUnexpected characters External Keyboard problemsThe computer does not start up Lockups and Software ProblemsThe computer stops responding A program stops responding or crashes repeatedlyOther software problems Memory ProblemsPower Problems Network ProblemsEnsuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer Printer ProblemsSound and Speaker Problems Scanner ProblemsNo sound from integrated speakers No sound from external speakersNo sound from headphones Touch Pad or Mouse ProblemsIf the display is difficult to read Video and Display ProblemsIf the display is blank Drivers What Is a Driver?If only part of the display is readable Identifying DriversReinstalling Drivers and Utilities To start the Hardware Troubleshooter Resolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesRestoring Your Operating System Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreTo change the restore point, you can either repeat the steps using a different restore point, or you can undo the restoration Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec Using the Operating System CD Reinstalling Windows XP Before You Begin Adding and Replacing PartsRecommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer3 Disconnect any telephone or network cables from the computer Before Working Inside Your Computer2 Turn off your computer. See Turning Off Your Computer on page 6 Press the power button to ground the system board Hard Drive Optical Drive1 Turn the computer over 2 Remove the optical-drive security screw 4 Slide the drive out of the bay1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin on page Returning a Hard Drive to Dell Memory3 If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module 4 Ground yourself and install the new memory module Modem 3 Remove the existing modem scribe Hinge Coverhinge cover 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin on page Keyboard2 Open the display 3 Remove the hinge cover. See Hinge Cover on page 4 Remove the keyboardWireless Mini-Card a Disconnect the two antenna cables from the Mini-Card 1 system board connector 5 Install the replacement Mini-CardMini-Card metal securing tabsAdding and Replacing Parts Coin-Cell Battery Display 8 Lift the display up and away from the computer Adding and Replacing Parts Packing the Computer Traveling With Your ComputerIdentifying Your Computer Traveling by Air Travel Tipssupport.dell.com support Contacting DellCountry City Country City Country City Country City Country City Country City Country City Country City Country City toll-free 1-800-326-6061 or Country City Country City Country City 800 300 410 or 800 300 411 or Country City Country City Country City Country City or toll-free Printers, and Projectors for RelationshipCountry City Contacting Dell Specifications SpecificationsProcessor System InformationSpecifications Ports and Connectors3-in-1 Media Memory Card Reader MemoryCommunications SpecificationsVideo AudioDisplay SpecificationsSpecifications BatteryKeyboard Touch PadAC Adapter Battery continuedSpecifications Environmental SpecificationsPhysical Specifications Appendix Using the System Setup ProgramEntering System Setup Changing the Boot Sequence Commonly Used OptionsDiskette Drive Internal HDD USB Storage Device CD/DVD/CD-RW drive Computer, Keyboard, and Display Cleaning Your ComputerTouch Pad Floppy DriveCDs and DVDs Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsDell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only FCC Class B FCC Notice U.S. OnlyDefinition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals Dell Inspiron Product nameModel number PP23LAAppendix Glossary Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Glossary Numbers IndexSee also hard drive See also optical drive Page Page Page Index