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Troubleshooting
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Install
Error codes
Password
Connecting a USB Printer
About RAID Configurations
Drive Problems
Dell Diagnostics
System Setup
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Removing and Installing Parts
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Contents
Dell Inspiron 530 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 Your Internet Connection
Solid blue screen appears
Removing and Installing Parts
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Removing the Processor Fan/Heat
Clearing Forgotten Passwords 193
Finding Information
Dell Product Information Guide
Service Tag and Microsoft Windows
Your computer, you should also
Finding Information
Front View of the Computer
Inspiron 530/530a/530c
Headphone connector
Inspiron 530b/530d
Headphone connector
Back View of the Computer
Express cards
Inspiron 530b/530d
Back Panel Connectors
Theft-deterrent device. The padlock rings allow you to
Attached
Speakers with integrated amplifiers
Inspiron 530b/530d
Connector / center
Installing Your Computer in an Enclosure
Setting Up and Using Your Computer
Connecting a USB Printer
Setting Up a Printer
Printer Cable
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
Using a Media Card Reader Optional
Helpful Tips
XD-Picture Card
Connecting Two Monitors
Connecting Two Monitors With VGA Connectors
Connecting a TV
Power Management Options in Microsoft Windows XP
Power Management
Changing the Display Settings
Standby Mode
Hibernate Mode
Power Options Properties
Power Management Options in Windows Vista
Standby Mode
Power Plan Properties
Enabling SpeedStep Technology
About RAID Configurations
RAID Level 1 Configuration
Configuring Your Hard Drives for RAID
Configuring for RAID Using the Intel Option ROM Utility
Configuring for RAID Using the Intel Matrix Storage Manager
Setting Up and Using Your Computer
Setting Up and Using Your Computer
Setting Up and Using Your Computer
Transferring Information to a New Computer
Rebuilding a Degraded RAID 1 Volume
Microsoft Windows XP
Setting Up and Using Your Computer
Setting Up and Using Your Computer
Setting Up and Using Your Computer
Connecting to a Network Adapter
Setting Up a Home and Office Network
Windows Vista
Setting Up a Network in the Windows Vista Operating System
Connecting to the Internet
Setting Up Your Internet Connection
Setting Up and Using Your Computer
Setting Up and Using Your Computer
Battery Problems
Troubleshooting Tips
Follow these tips when you troubleshoot your computer
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
Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
Hard drive problems
Solving Problems
Error Messages
Do not use these characters in filenames
Keyboard Problems
Computer stops responding
Lockups and Software Problems
Computer does not start up
Program stops responding
Solid blue screen appears
Other software 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
Media Card Reader Problems
Memory Problems
Run the Dell Diagnostics see Dell Diagnostics on
Mouse Problems
Network Problems
Power Problems
Printer Problems
Solving Problems
Scanner Problems
Sound and Speaker Problems
No sound from speakers
Video and Monitor Problems
No sound from headphones
If the screen is blank
If the screen is difficult to read
Troubleshooting Tools
Power Lights
Beep Codes
Code Description Suggested Remedy Repetitive
System Messages
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When to Use the Dell Diagnostics
Dell Diagnostics
Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive
Insert the Drivers and Utilities media
Dell Diagnostics Main Menu
Exit
Results
Drivers
What is a Driver?
Identifying Drivers
Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities
Troubleshooting Tools
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You can restore your operating system in the following ways
Using Microsoft Windows System Restore
Restoring Your Operating System
Troubleshooting Tools
Using Dell PC Restore and Dell Factory Image Restore
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Troubleshooting Tools
Using the Operating System CD
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Troubleshooting Tools
Before You Begin
Recommended Tools
Turning Off Your Computer
Before Working Inside Your Computer
Removing the Computer Cover
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Computer cover
Inside View of Your Computer
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Inspiron
System Board Components
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Fpanel
Inspiron 530a
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Inspiron 530b
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Cdin
Inspiron 530c
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Clrpswd Atxpower
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Inspiron 530d
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Power Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments
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Memory
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Inspiron 530/530a/530c
Memory Installation Guidelines
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Installing Memory
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Inspiron 530b/530d
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Removing Memory
PCI and PCI Express Cards
Cards
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Card retention bracket
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Bracket within slot
PCI Express x16 card Securing tab
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Removing and Installing Parts
If you removed an add-in network connector
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Bezel
Removing the Bezel
Align and insert the bezel clamps in the bezel insert
Replacing the Bezel
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Drives
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Recommended Drive Cable Connections
Connecting Drive Cables
Drive Interface Connectors
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Connecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables
Hard Drives
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Removing and Installing Parts
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Second hard drive Serial ATA data cable
Floppy Drive Optional
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Floppy drive Data cable Power cable
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Connector Floppy drive
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Replacing the Drive Panel Insert
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Media Card Reader
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Removing and Installing Parts
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CD/DVD Drive
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CD/DVD drive Data cable Power cable System board Screw holes
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CD/DVD drive Second CD/DVD drive Data cable Power cable
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Battery
Replacing the Battery
Power Supply
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Replacing the Power Supply
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Panel
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Removing the I/O Panel
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Processor Fan
Installing the I/O Panel
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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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Removing the Processor
Processor
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Installing the Processor
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Removing the Chassis Fan
Chassis Fan
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Replacing the Chassis Fan
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System Board
Removing the System Board
System Board Screws
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Replacing the Computer Cover
Installing the System Board
Ensure that the cover is seated correctly 176
Move the computer to the upright position
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Specifications
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PCI
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NIL
Inspiron 530/530a/530b/530c/530d
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Overview
System Setup
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Entering System Setup
Can view your current
System Setup Options
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Boot Device Configuration
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Boot Sequence
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Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot
Clearing Forgotten Passwords
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Inspiron 530a Inspiron 530b
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Inspiron 530c Inspiron 530d
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Clearing Cmos Settings
Flashing the Bios
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Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor
Cleaning Your Computer
Mouse
CDs and DVDs
Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only
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Definition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals
Definition of Dell-Installed Software and Peripherals
FCC Notice U.S. Only
FCC Class B
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Dcmf
Contacting Dell
Glossary
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400 MHz
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Index
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