Dell Inspiron 530s Series
W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m
 Abbreviations and Acronyms
 Contents
 Using Blank CDs and DVDs
 Setting Up a Network Windows Vista Operating System
 Microsoft Windows operating system Solid blue screen appears
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Drivers and Utilities Media
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 Finding Information
Dell Product Information Guide
 Service Tag and Microsoft Windows
 Operating system
 Finding Information
 Front View of the Computer
Inspiron 530s/530sa/530sb/530sc/530sd
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 Back View of the Computer
Inspiron 530s
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 Back Panel Connectors
Inspiron 530s/530sa/530sc
 Extremely low bass extension. Systems not using
 On computers with a network connector card, use
 Device such as a cassette player, CD player, or VCR
 Installing Your Computer in an Enclosure
 Setting Up and Using Your Computer
 Printer Cable
Setting Up a Printer
Connecting a USB Printer
 USB connector on
 Playing CDs and DVDs
 Adjusting the Volume
DVD player includes the following basic buttons
 Configuring the Audio Connectors for 5.1- Channel
Adjusting the Picture
 How to Copy a CD or DVD
Copying CDs and DVDs
 Using Blank CDs and DVDs
 Helpful Tips
 Using a Media Card Reader Optional
 SMC
 Connecting Two Monitors
Connecting Two Monitors With VGA Connectors
 Connecting a TV
Changing the Display Settings
 Standby Mode
Power Management
Power Management Options in Microsoft Windows XP
 Hibernate Mode
Power Options Properties
 Setting Up and Using Your Computer
 Power Management Options in Windows Vista
 Hibernate Mode
 Power Plan Properties
 About RAID Configurations
Enabling SpeedStep Technology
 RAID Level 1 Configuration
 Configuring Your Hard Drives for RAID
Configuring for RAID Using the Intel Option ROM Utility
 Setting Up and Using Your Computer
 Configuring for RAID Using the Intel Matrix Storage Manager
 Setting Up and Using Your Computer
 Setting Up and Using Your Computer
 Transferring Information to a New Computer
Microsoft Windows XP
 Setting Up and Using Your Computer
 Setting Up and Using Your Computer
 Setting Up and Using Your Computer
 Windows Vista
 Setting Up a Home and Office Network
Connecting to a Network Adapter
 Connecting to the Internet
Setting Up a Network in the Windows Vista Operating System
 Setting Up Your Internet Connection
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 Follow these tips when you troubleshoot your computer
Troubleshooting Tips
Battery Problems
 Drive Problems
E C K T H E C a B L E C O N N E C T I O N S
 CD and DVD drive problems
Problems writing to a CD/DVD-RW drive
 Follow the instructions on the screen
Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
Hard drive problems
 Solving Problems
 Error Messages
Do not use these characters in filenames
 Keyboard Problems
 Lockups and Software Problems
Computer does not start up
Computer stops responding
Program stops responding
 Other software problems
Solid blue screen appears
 Media Card Reader Problems
C K U P Y O U R F I L E S I M M E D I a T E L Y
 Memory Problems
Run the Dell Diagnostics see Dell Diagnostics on
 Mouse Problems
 Network Problems
 Power Problems
 Printer Problems
 Scanner Problems
 Sound and Speaker Problems
No sound from speakers
 No sound from headphones
 Video and Monitor Problems
If the screen is blank
 If the screen is difficult to read
 Troubleshooting Tools
Power Lights
 Beep Codes
 Then restart the computer. If
 System Messages
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 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive
Dell Diagnostics
When to Use the Dell Diagnostics
 Insert the Drivers and Utilities media
 Dell Diagnostics Main Menu
Exit
 What is a Driver?
Drivers
 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities
Identifying Drivers
 Troubleshooting Tools
 Troubleshooting Tools
 Troubleshooting Tools
 Restoring Your Operating System
Using Microsoft Windows System Restore
You can restore your operating system in the following ways
 Troubleshooting Tools
 Using Dell PC Restore
 Troubleshooting Tools
 Using the Operating System CD
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 Before You Begin
Recommended Tools
 Turning Off Your Computer
Before Working Inside Your Computer
 Removing the Computer Cover
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 Removing the Support Bracket
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 Inside View of Your Computer
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 System Board Components
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Fpanel
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Cdin
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 Clrpswd Atxpower
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 Power Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments
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 DC Power Connector P7
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 Memory Installation Guidelines
Memory
See Memory on
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 Installing Memory
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 Removing Memory
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 Cards
PCI and PCI Express Cards
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 PCI Express x16 card Securing tab
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 PCI card slot
 If you installed a sound card
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 If you removed an add-in network connector
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Bezel
Removing the Bezel
 Replacing the Bezel
Align and insert the bottom tabs into the front panel hinges
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Drives
Recommended Drive Cable Connections
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Connecting Drive Cables
Drive Interface Connectors
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Connecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables
Hard Drives
 Removing and Installing Parts
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 Removing and Installing Parts
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 Floppy Drive Optional
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 Removing and Installing Parts
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 Floppy drive
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 Media Card Reader
Replacing the FlexBay Drive Panel Insert
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 Removing and Installing Parts
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 CD/DVD Drive
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 CD/DVD drive
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Battery
Replacing the Battery
 Battery release lever
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Power Supply
Replacing the Power Supply
 Power supply
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Panel
Removing the I/O Panel
 Installing the I/O Panel
 Processor Fan
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 Removing the Processor Fan/Heat Sink Assembly
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 Installing the Processor Fan/Heat Sink Assembly
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Processor
Removing the Processor
 Installing the Processor
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 Processor pin-1 indicator Rear alignment notch
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Chassis Fan
Removing the Chassis Fan
 System Board
Replacing the Chassis Fan
Removing the System Board
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 Installing the System Board
 Replacing the Support Bracket
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 Replacing the Computer Cover
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 Move the computer to the upright position
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 Specifications
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PCI
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NIL
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With the system board. a solid amber light when
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115/230 Vac, 50/60 Hz, 6A/3A
 System Setup
Entering System Setup
Overview
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 System Setup Options
Can view your current
Selection active
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Memory Info
 Advanced Chipset Features
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Boot Sequence
Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot
 Clearing Forgotten Passwords
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 Clearing Cmos Settings
 Flashing the Bios
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 Mouse
Cleaning Your Computer
Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor
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Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only
CDs and DVDs
 Definition of Dell-Installed Software and Peripherals
FCC Notice U.S. Only
Definition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals
FCC Class B
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 Index
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 Index
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