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... Keyboard 66 Backlit Keyboard 66 Changing the Input Language of Your Keyboard 67 Using the Numeric Keypad on a Laptop Computer 68 General Keyboard Shortcuts 69 5 Printers-Settings and Drivers 71 Accessing Printer Information 71 Changing Printer Settings 72 For Windows Vista 72 For Windows® XP 72 Setting up Printers 73 Adding a Printer 73 Setting the Default Printer 74 Sharing Printers on a Network 74 Installing a Printer Driver 75 6 Drives and Media 77 Freeing up Hard Drive...
... Keyboard 66 Backlit Keyboard 66 Changing the Input Language of Your Keyboard 67 Using the Numeric Keypad on a Laptop Computer 68 General Keyboard Shortcuts 69 5 Printers-Settings and Drivers 71 Accessing Printer Information 71 Changing Printer Settings 72 For Windows Vista 72 For Windows® XP 72 Setting up Printers 73 Adding a Printer 73 Setting the Default Printer 74 Sharing Printers on a Network 74 Installing a Printer Driver 75 6 Drives and Media 77 Freeing up Hard Drive...
Dell Technology Guide
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...-State Drive (SSD 78 Installing Drivers for Media Drives 79 Determining Whether a Device Driver is the Source of a Device Problem 79 Replacing a Driver With a Previous Version of the Driver 79 Using the Drivers and Utilities Media to Reinstall a Driver 80 Manually Reinstalling a Driver 80 Drive Problems 81 Optical Drive Problems 82 Hard Drive Problems 82 Working with RAID 83 RAID Level 0 83 RAID Level 1 84 RAID Level 0+1 Configuration 86 RAID Level 5 Configuration 87 Setting Your Computer to RAID-Enabled Mode 87 Configuring RAID...
...-State Drive (SSD 78 Installing Drivers for Media Drives 79 Determining Whether a Device Driver is the Source of a Device Problem 79 Replacing a Driver With a Previous Version of the Driver 79 Using the Drivers and Utilities Media to Reinstall a Driver 80 Manually Reinstalling a Driver 80 Drive Problems 81 Optical Drive Problems 82 Hard Drive Problems 82 Working with RAID 83 RAID Level 0 83 RAID Level 1 84 RAID Level 0+1 Configuration 86 RAID Level 5 Configuration 87 Setting Your Computer to RAID-Enabled Mode 87 Configuring RAID...
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... 1394 Device Problems 291 Keyboard Problems for External Keyboards . . . 292 Lockups and Software Problems 292 Memory Problems 294 Mouse Problems 295 Network Problems 296 Power Problems 296 Printer Problems 298 Scanner Problems 299 Sound and Speaker Problems 299 Touch Pad or Mouse Problems for Laptop Computers 301 Video and Monitor Problems 302 Power Lights 304 Dell Technical Update Service 305 21 System Setup 307 Viewing System Settings With the System Setup Program 307 Entering the System Setup Program 308 Working With Options on the System Setup Program Screen 308 Changing...
... 1394 Device Problems 291 Keyboard Problems for External Keyboards . . . 292 Lockups and Software Problems 292 Memory Problems 294 Mouse Problems 295 Network Problems 296 Power Problems 296 Printer Problems 298 Scanner Problems 299 Sound and Speaker Problems 299 Touch Pad or Mouse Problems for Laptop Computers 301 Video and Monitor Problems 302 Power Lights 304 Dell Technical Update Service 305 21 System Setup 307 Viewing System Settings With the System Setup Program 307 Entering the System Setup Program 308 Working With Options on the System Setup Program Screen 308 Changing...
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You then need to install the appropriate drivers manually. Using a USB Pointing Device (Mouse) Your computer usually auto-detects and installs the drivers for more about using a USB pointing device, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Also, see the pointing device's manufacturer's guide for your computer. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more information. Troubleshooting a USB Pointing Device You may not be performed if you click a button on the...
You then need to install the appropriate drivers manually. Using a USB Pointing Device (Mouse) Your computer usually auto-detects and installs the drivers for more about using a USB pointing device, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Also, see the pointing device's manufacturer's guide for your computer. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more information. Troubleshooting a USB Pointing Device You may not be performed if you click a button on the...
Dell Technology Guide
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...; Device Manager. 3 Right-click the device for Media Drives A driver is the Source of the Driver If a problem occurs on your computer after you : • Upgrade your operating system. • Reinstall your operating system. • Connect or install a new device. Installing Drivers for which the new driver was installed, and click Properties. 4 Click the Drivers tab→ Roll Back Driver. Drives and Media 79 You may need to install drivers if you install or update a driver, use System Restore (see if any device...
...; Device Manager. 3 Right-click the device for Media Drives A driver is the Source of the Driver If a problem occurs on your computer after you : • Upgrade your operating system. • Reinstall your operating system. • Connect or install a new device. Installing Drivers for which the new driver was installed, and click Properties. 4 Click the Drivers tab→ Roll Back Driver. Drives and Media 79 You may need to install drivers if you install or update a driver, use System Restore (see if any device...
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... DRIVE OR DISK - See the user documentation that came with your computer might not work correctly. 5 Double-click the name of the device for which you are installing the driver. 6 Click the Driver tab→ Update Driver→ Browse my computer for Dell computers. HINT: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your Drivers and Utilities media provide approved drivers for driver software. 7 Click Browse, and browse to the location...
... DRIVE OR DISK - See the user documentation that came with your computer might not work correctly. 5 Double-click the name of the device for which you are installing the driver. 6 Click the Driver tab→ Update Driver→ Browse my computer for Dell computers. HINT: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your Drivers and Utilities media provide approved drivers for driver software. 7 Click Browse, and browse to the location...
Dell Technology Guide
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... volume. 8 Confirm that the correct volume configuration is the maximum available size. 6 Press to create the volume. 7 Press to confirm that you perform this operation, all data on the RAID drives will be lost. 1 Set your computer to RAID-Enabled Mode" on the main Intel RAID Option ROM utility screen. 9 Press the up - For RAID 1 Press the up - and down -arrow keys to make changes. 94 Drives and Media...
... volume. 8 Confirm that the correct volume configuration is the maximum available size. 6 Press to create the volume. 7 Press to confirm that you perform this operation, all data on the RAID drives will be lost. 1 Set your computer to RAID-Enabled Mode" on the main Intel RAID Option ROM utility screen. 9 Press the up - For RAID 1 Press the up - and down -arrow keys to make changes. 94 Drives and Media...
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... replaced the failed hard drive (see the appropriate "Drives" section for your computer). 1 Turn on or restart your computer. 2 Press when you are prompted to enter the Intel RAID Option ROM utility. 3 Under DEGRADED VOLUME DETECTED, confirm that the new (non-RAID) drive is listed and then press . 4 Under Disk/Volume Information, confirm that the volume status is lost. 1 Set your computer to RAID-enabled mode (see an Actions menu option...
... replaced the failed hard drive (see the appropriate "Drives" section for your computer). 1 Turn on or restart your computer. 2 Press when you are prompted to enter the Intel RAID Option ROM utility. 3 Under DEGRADED VOLUME DETECTED, confirm that the new (non-RAID) drive is listed and then press . 4 Under Disk/Volume Information, confirm that the volume status is lost. 1 Set your computer to RAID-enabled mode (see an Actions menu option...
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... mode. Getting Help for the video card installed in Windows Help and Support. This action takes you to a TV and Adjusting Display Settings 245 For additional settings, click the Advanced button on the screen. Accessing Additional Functions With the Advanced Button The Advanced button on an external monitor, see Windows Help and Support. For example, the taskbar that supported by using an unsupported refresh rate. Connecting Your Computer to the Video Display Troubleshooter in your display and video card...
... mode. Getting Help for the video card installed in Windows Help and Support. This action takes you to a TV and Adjusting Display Settings 245 For additional settings, click the Advanced button on the screen. Accessing Additional Functions With the Advanced Button The Advanced button on an external monitor, see Windows Help and Support. For example, the taskbar that supported by using an unsupported refresh rate. Connecting Your Computer to the Video Display Troubleshooter in your display and video card...
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... the video card installed in your computer, your computer • Microsoft Windows Help and Support for user's guides and device guides. You can find help information. For information about the topics displayed, click on Help Contents shown on the video card installed in your computer, your computer may have a special video card control panel with extensive help from the TV and computer. Troubleshooting Display Settings Where to a TV and Adjusting Display Settings 249 Connecting...
... the video card installed in your computer, your computer • Microsoft Windows Help and Support for user's guides and device guides. You can find help information. For information about the topics displayed, click on Help Contents shown on the video card installed in your computer, your computer may have a special video card control panel with extensive help from the TV and computer. Troubleshooting Display Settings Where to a TV and Adjusting Display Settings 249 Connecting...
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... optical media is in BIOS setup. N O B O O T D E V I C E A V A I L A B L E M E M O R Y - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292. A chip on the system board might be enabled or disabled in the drive. • If the hard drive is your boot device, ensure that the cables are connected and that the drive is installed properly and partitioned as a boot device. • Enter the system setup program and ensure that was running when the message appeared. NOTICE - S.M.A.R.T error, possible HDD failure. K E Y B O A R D F A I L U R E - Keyboard...
... optical media is in BIOS setup. N O B O O T D E V I C E A V A I L A B L E M E M O R Y - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292. A chip on the system board might be enabled or disabled in the drive. • If the hard drive is your boot device, ensure that the cables are connected and that the drive is installed properly and partitioned as a boot device. • Enter the system setup program and ensure that was running when the message appeared. NOTICE - S.M.A.R.T error, possible HDD failure. K E Y B O A R D F A I L U R E - Keyboard...
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...; Remove any of memory supported by your computer. Mouse Problems CAUTION: Before you are following the memory installation guidelines (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. TE S T T H E M O U S E - CHECK THE MOUSE SETTINGS - Troubleshooting 295 If necessary, install additional memory (see the documentation shipped with your computer. Connect a properly working mouse to ensure that the cable is supported by your computer, see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on the setup diagram...
...; Remove any of memory supported by your computer. Mouse Problems CAUTION: Before you are following the memory installation guidelines (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. TE S T T H E M O U S E - CHECK THE MOUSE SETTINGS - Troubleshooting 295 If necessary, install additional memory (see the documentation shipped with your computer. Connect a properly working mouse to ensure that the cable is supported by your computer, see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on the setup diagram...
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... partition can set and the device are common types of the data path. PCI is turned off or loses its external power source. PCI Express can transfer data at the slower speed. pixel - power-on a display screen. PC Card - Modems and network adapters are capable of transferring data between the processor and devices such as part of PC Cards. NVRAM - Pixels are Plug and Play compliant. A video...
... partition can set and the device are common types of the data path. PCI is turned off or loses its external power source. PCI Express can transfer data at the slower speed. pixel - power-on a display screen. PC Card - Modems and network adapters are capable of transferring data between the processor and devices such as part of PC Cards. NVRAM - Pixels are Plug and Play compliant. A video...
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... a USB-compatible keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, set of wires to your computer. A plastic device designed to fit inside the module bay of a laptop computer to reduce the weight of cable used when the electrical power fails or drops to 1600 x 1200. U UMA - unified memory allocation - UPS - uninterruptible power supply - A UPS keeps a computer running for your computer. Small UPS systems provide battery power for video cards and controllers...
... a USB-compatible keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, set of wires to your computer. A plastic device designed to fit inside the module bay of a laptop computer to reduce the weight of cable used when the electrical power fails or drops to 1600 x 1200. U UMA - unified memory allocation - UPS - uninterruptible power supply - A UPS keeps a computer running for your computer. Small UPS systems provide battery power for video cards and controllers...
Setup Guide
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... firmly connected to the computer and to see if that the AC adapter is no longer responding 4. NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on page 76). If necessary, install additional memory (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • Reseat the memory module(s) into the connector(s) (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals.) • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on...
... firmly connected to the computer and to see if that the AC adapter is no longer responding 4. NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on page 76). If necessary, install additional memory (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • Reseat the memory module(s) into the connector(s) (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals.) • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on...
Setup Guide
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Computer Model Dell Inspiron N5010 Dell Inspiron M5010 System Chipset Inspiron N5010 Mobile Intel 5 series express chipset HM57 Inspiron M5010 AMD™ RS880M AMD SB820M Processor Inspiron N5010 Inspiron M5010 Intel® Core™ i3 Intel ...need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. INSPIRON Specifications This section provides information that you may vary by region. For more information, see support.dell.com/manuals. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start → Help and Support and select the option...
Computer Model Dell Inspiron N5010 Dell Inspiron M5010 System Chipset Inspiron N5010 Mobile Intel 5 series express chipset HM57 Inspiron M5010 AMD™ RS880M AMD SB820M Processor Inspiron N5010 Inspiron M5010 Intel® Core™ i3 Intel ...need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. INSPIRON Specifications This section provides information that you may vary by region. For more information, see support.dell.com/manuals. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start → Help and Support and select the option...
Service Manual
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...the Media Card Reader board out of the computer base. 1 system board connector 2 Media Card Reader board Remove the base cover (see Removing the Memory Module(s)). 5. Damage due to servicing that shipped with your warranty. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Remove memory module(s) (see Removing the Base Cover). 4. Remove the palm rest (see Removing the Optical Drive). 6. Back to Contents Page Media Card Reader Board Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Media Card Reader Board Replacing the Media Card Reader Board WARNING: Before working...
...the Media Card Reader board out of the computer base. 1 system board connector 2 Media Card Reader board Remove the base cover (see Removing the Memory Module(s)). 5. Damage due to servicing that shipped with your warranty. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Remove memory module(s) (see Removing the Base Cover). 4. Remove the palm rest (see Removing the Optical Drive). 6. Back to Contents Page Media Card Reader Board Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Media Card Reader Board Replacing the Media Card Reader Board WARNING: Before working...
Service Manual
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... You Begin. 2. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Base Cover). 4. Exercise care when handling the hard drive. Back to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on the new hard drive (see the Dell Technology Guide). Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive. NOTE: If you need to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive WARNING: Before working inside your...
... You Begin. 2. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Base Cover). 4. Exercise care when handling the hard drive. Back to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on the new hard drive (see the Dell Technology Guide). Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive. NOTE: If you need to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive WARNING: Before working inside your...
Service Manual
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... Page Middle Cover Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Middle Cover Replacing the Middle Cover WARNING: Before working inside your computer. Remove the battery (see Removing the Display Assembly). 10. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Optical Drive). 6. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your warranty. Remove the optical drive (see Removing the Keyboard). 7. Back to the computer base. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist...
... Page Middle Cover Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Middle Cover Replacing the Middle Cover WARNING: Before working inside your computer. Remove the battery (see Removing the Display Assembly). 10. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Optical Drive). 6. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your warranty. Remove the optical drive (see Removing the Keyboard). 7. Back to the computer base. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist...
Service Manual
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... Page Wireless Mini-Card Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Mini-Card Replacing the Mini-Card WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer). Your computer supports one half Mini-Card slot: l One half Mini-Card slot - Follow the instructions in it was sold, the Mini-Card slot may or may not have connectors with your computer). if you connect a cable...
... Page Wireless Mini-Card Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Mini-Card Replacing the Mini-Card WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer). Your computer supports one half Mini-Card slot: l One half Mini-Card slot - Follow the instructions in it was sold, the Mini-Card slot may or may not have connectors with your computer). if you connect a cable...