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Dell PP07L, 5150, 5100, PP08L owner manual Adding and Replacing Parts

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S E C T I O N 8

Adding and Replacing

Parts

Before You Add or Replace Parts

Memory

Modem and Mini PCI Card

Hard Drive

CD or DVD Drive

Keyboard

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Dell PP07L, 5150, 5100, PP08L owner manual Adding and Replacing Parts

Contents

Dell Inspiron 5100 Abbreviations and Acronyms Contents Transferring Information to a New Computer Uninterruptible Power SuppliesExternal Keyboard Problems Dell AccessDirect ButtonAccessing Help Error Messages Connecting a Television to the ComputerConnecting to a Network Adapter Connecting to Wireless Local Area NetworksResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Resolving Other Technical ProblemsReinstalling Microsoft Windows XP If You Drop or Damage Your Computer108 System and Battery Performance Optimization 124104 106157 Contents General Power Battery EMC Instructions Air TravelWhen Using Your Computer Ergonomic Computing Habits When Working Inside Your ComputerProtecting Against Electrostatic Discharge Battery DisposalWhen Using Your Computer Tour of Your Computer Keyboard Speaker Front ViewDisplay latch DisplayKE Y B O a R D ST a T U S LI G H T S Light is flashing Left Side View PC Card slot Audio connectors 2CD or DVD driveBattery/battery bay Right Side ViewSecurity cable slot MO D E M CO N N E C T O R AC adapter connector Video TV-out connector Air vents Video connector Network connectorBack View AC adapter AC adapter connector Connects USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer Card cover Hard drive Battery latch release Memory module coverBottom View Modem/Mini PCITour of Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer Adjusting Icon Sizes Adjusting Font and Icon SizesDell QuickSet Features Adjusting Font SizesConnecting to the Internet Double-Clicking the QuickSet IconRight-Clicking the QuickSet Icon Click Connect to the Internet Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionClose the Phone and Modems Options window Modem and Internet Connection ProblemsSetting Up Your Computer Printer Cable Setting Up a PrinterUSB printer On printer Cable Printer ProblemsConnecting a USB Printer USB connector on computerClick Printers and Other Hardware Power Protection DevicesSurge Protectors Line ConditionersTurning Off Your Computer Uninterruptible Power SuppliesUsing a Batter y Battery Performance Low-Battery Warning Checking the Battery ChargeCharging the Battery Power MeterBattery Removing a BatteryInstalling a Battery Storing a BatteryBattery and Power Problems If battery life is short If the battery is not chargingUsing the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric keypad Dell AccessDirect ButtonNumeric Keypad Reprogramming the ButtonKeyboard Shortcuts System FunctionsDisplay Functions Power Management Speaker FunctionsMicrosoft Windows Logo Key Functions Touch pad Touch pad buttons Touch PadCustomizing the Touch Pad Touch Pad or Mouse ProblemsUnexpected Characters External Keyboard ProblemsUsing the Keyboard and Touch Pad Using CDs, DVDs, Other Multimedia If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound Using CDs and DVDsCD or DVD Problems If you cannot play a CD, CD-RW, DVD, or DVD+RWSound and Speaker Problems If you have a problem with integrated speakersIf you have a problem with external speakers Video Connection Connecting a Television to the ComputerVideo cable Audio cable Composite Video Connection Video TV-out connector Video connector ATI Video Controller Enabling the Display Settings for a TelevisionNvidia Video Controller Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Setting Up a Home and Office Network Network Setup Wizard Connecting to a Network AdapterConnecting to Wireless Local Area Networks Network ProblemsConnecting to a Network in Windows XP Determining Your Network TypeInfrastructure Network Networks area Wireless network properties window appearsSetting Up a Home and Office Network Finalizing Your Network Connection Security Settings Click Properties Click Properties Setting Up a Home and Office Network Setting Up a Home and Office Network Setting Up a Home and Office Network Solving Problems See Finding SolutionsSolving Problems Error Messages Accessing HelpVideo and Display Problems If the display is blankClick Control Panel Click Add or Remove Programs If the display is difficult to read Scanner Problems If only part of the display is readableClick Appearance and Themes Back of floppy disk Drive ProblemsIf you cannot save a file to a floppy drive Write-protectedUnder Error-checking, click Check Now Click Start PC Card ProblemsGeneral Program Problems If you have problems with a hard driveProgram stops responding Resolving Other Technical ProblemsError messages appear Program crashesIf Your Computer Gets Wet What Is a Driver? If You Drop or Damage Your ComputerDrivers Reinstalling Drivers Using Windows XP Device Driver RollbackIdentifying Drivers Click Roll Back Driver Using the Drivers and Utilities CDManually Reinstalling Drivers for Windows XP Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using System RestoreRestoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Creating a Restore PointEnabling System Restore Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XPUndoing the Last System Restore Before You ReinstallReinstalling Windows XP Preparing to Boot From the Operating System CDStarting Windows XP Setup Completing the GUI Setup Reinstalling Drivers and Software Completing the Operating System SetupSolving Problems Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Add or Replace Parts MemoryCaptive screw 101 Securing clips Memory moduleModem and Mini PCI Card Screw Adding a ModemAdding a Mini PCI Card ScrewsModem cable Pull-tab Metal securing tabs 2 Mini PCI card connector Mini PCI card105 Hard Drive Mini PCI card connector107 Screws Hard driveReturning a Hard Drive to Dell CD or DVD DriveLever CD or DVD drive Screw KeyboardScrews Keyboard 110 Hinge cover111 112 P e n d i PC Card SpecificationsMicroprocessor System Information115 Ports and ConnectorsMemory CommunicationsVideo Audio116 117 Display118 119 AC AdapterPhysical Environmental120 Overview Using the System Setup ProgramCommonly Used Options Viewing the System Setup ScreensSystem Setup Screens Changing the Boot Sequence123 System and Battery Performance Optimization Optimizing Power Consumption and Battery Charge TimeSystem Performance Overview Definition of Dell-Installed Software and Peripherals Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. OnlyVariable Speed Fan Definition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals Contacting Dell127 128 Czech Republic Prague Website support.euro.dell.com China XiamenColombia Costa Rica130 Germany Langen Website support.euro.dell.com France Paris Montpellier Website support.euro.dell.comHome and Small Business Corporate132 133 Ireland Cherrywood Website support.euro.dell.comItaly Milan Website support.euro.dell.com JamaicaJapan Kawasaki Website support.jp.dell.com Korea Seoul134 Malaysia Penang Latin AmericaLuxembourg Website support.euro.dell.com MacaoNetherlands Amsterdam Website support.euro.dell.com MexicoMontserrat Netherlands Antilles137 138 Spain Madrid Website support.euro.dell.com Sweden Upplands Vasby Website support.euro.dell.com139 140 Bracknell Website support.euro.dell.com Uruguay141 Venezuela A. Austin, TexasBusiness Virgin IslandsRegulatory Notices 144 NOM Information Mexico OnlyWhat is covered by this limited warranty? What is not covered by this limited warranty?Limited Warranties and Return Policy 146 How long does this limited warranty last?What do I do if I need warranty service? What will Dell do?147 What if I purchased a service contract?May I transfer the limited warranty? How will you fix my product?148 Total Satisfaction Return Policy U.S. Only149 150 151 Total Satisfaction Return Policy Canada OnlyReturn Policy Dell Software and Peripherals Canada OnlyThird-Party Software and Peripherals Products Dell-Branded Peripheral ProductsLimitation and Statutory Rights GuaranteeExclusions Making a Claim154 155 Intel’s Three Year Limited WarrantyWhat are Errata? 156157 D ex158 159 See UPS160 On Back Dell Information DevelopmentPlease refer to the Supplier Tool Kit Count, Comments columns