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Can Not Access The Cd Rom Drive On A Dell 2305
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Setup Guide - Page 39
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... up to open it in the web browser. You can create slideshows and collections of your desktop.
• Web Tile - Provides quick access to the Internet.
• Dell Web - These notes will appear on your favorite web pages. Click or tap the web....
37 • Photo - View, organize, or edit your frequently-used programs.
Using Your Inspiron One
• StickyNotes -
Setup Guide - Page 43
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...CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs (optional). For more information, go to disc, saved on the screen.
41 Double-click the Dell...desktop.
2. Dell DataSafe Online is recommended for fast upload/download speeds. Using Your Inspiron... backup and recovery service that can access the service on connected TVs, projectors...CDs/DVDs/ Blu-ray Discs (optional), listen to music and internet radio...
Setup Guide - Page 54
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...access:
Self Help (Troubleshooting, Security, System Performance, Network/Internet, Backup/ Recovery, and Windows operating system)
Alerts (technical support alerts relevant to DellSupportCenter.com.
52 INSPIRON
Using Support Tools
Dell Support Center
The Dell...System Information, Upgrades, and Accessories)
For more information about Dell Support Center and available support tools, go to your ...
Setup Guide - Page 58
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... disc may invoke the Pre-Boot System Assessment (PSA) on page 49 and run Dell Diagnostics before you begin. Start Dell Diagnostics from your computer.
56 Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc.
Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive
Dell Diagnostics is known to test appears in "Lockups and Software Problems" on your...
Setup Guide - Page 61
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... version appropriate for assistance. Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc.
59 Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the numbered list. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, click Exit.
11. Select the test you contact Dell.
9. If a problem is displayed at the top of the problem. If multiple versions are...
Setup Guide - Page 62
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INSPIRON
Restoring Your Operating System
You can restore the operating system on your computer using these options. Option
Use
System Restore
as the first solution
Dell DataSafe Local ... and DataSafe Local Backup
when installing the operating system and Dell factoryinstalled software on a newly installed hard drive
Dell Factory Image Restore
to restore your computer to the operating ...
Setup Guide - Page 65
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Disconnect all the devices (USB drive, printer, and so on) connected to access the Advanced Boot Options window. When the DELL™ logo appears, press several times to ...see "Dell Factory Image Restore" on page 66) to wait until you purchased your computer.
4. Turn off your computer and try again.
63 You can use Dell Factory Image Restore (see the Microsoft Windows desktop; then...
Setup Guide - Page 69
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... to reformat the hard drive and restore the system software to factory condition. 9. To access the recovery options, log on the computer.
2. Click Dell Factory Image Restore. The...see the Microsoft Windows desktop; Click Next. When the DELL™ logo appears, press several times to proceed with the Dell Factory Image Restore, click Cancel. 8. To access the command prompt, ...
Setup Guide - Page 80
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... your computer, see the About Your System section in the Dell Support Center. To launch the Dell Support Center, click the icon in the notification area of your desktop. Computer Model
System Chipset
Dell™ Inspiron™ One 2305 Dell Inspiron One 2310
Inspiron 2305
AMD® M880G + SB820M
Processor
Inspiron 2305
AMD Athlon™ II X2 AMD Athlon II X3 AMD...
Setup Guide - Page 81
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..., 3 GB, 4 GB, 6 GB,
configurations
and 8 GB
NOTE: For instructions on upgrading the memory, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals.
Drives
Internally accessible Externally accessible)
Memory
Memory module connectors
Inspiron 2305 Inspiron 2310 Memory module capacities Memory type
one 3.5-inch SATA hard drive one digital microphone
software program menus and media controls
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Service Manual - Page 1
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... trade names may be used by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. A00 Regulatory model: W01C series Regulatory type: W01C001; Dell™ Inspiron™ One 2305/2310 Service Manual
Technical Overview Before You Begin Back Cover Hard Drive Optical Drive Converter Card Touch Screen Control Card (Optional) Front Stand Audio Video Board Shield Audio Video Board Audio Video...
Service Manual - Page 14
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...a cable, ensure that the computer is authorized to remove the computer cover and access any connector pins. Also, before connecting to prevent the computer display from potential... with your own personal safety.
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Before You Begin
Dell™ Inspiron™ One 2305/2310 Service Manual Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Safety Instructions
This manual...
Service Manual - Page 16
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... BIOS. 5. The file icon appears on the screen. Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions on your computer's Service Tag: a. b. Select the product model number ...BIOS file. Back to Contents Page c. Back to Contents Page
Flashing the BIOS
Dell™ Inspiron™ One 2305/2310 Service Manual
The BIOS may require flashing when an update is titled the ...
Service Manual - Page 35
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..., and utilities on your warranty. Exercise care when handling the hard drive. NOTE: If you remove the hard drive from a source other than Dell, you need to Contents Page
Hard Drive
Dell™ Inspiron™ One 2305/2310 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that...
Service Manual - Page 57
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... and data cables from the optical drive. 8. Remove the screw that secures the optical drive to the optical drive. 7. Slide the optical drive out of the optical-drive bay.
1
screw
2
optical drive
6. Back to Contents Page
Optical Drive
Dell™ Inspiron™ One 2305/2310 Service Manual Removing the Optical Drive Replacing the Optical Drive
WARNING: Before working inside your...
Service Manual - Page 76
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...and down your computer (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. Press the up - Key Functions -
Entering System Setup Utility...Help Screen -
Information on the left side of hard drive installed
CAUTION: Unless you are changeable. As an ... Back to Contents Page
System Setup Utility
Dell™ Inspiron™ One 2305/2310 Service Manual
Overview Clearing Forgotten Passwords ...
Service Manual - Page 77
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... Changes and Reset, and Load Defaults
Inspiron One 2310 Hard Drive; Network; USB Storage Device; Hard Drive; CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive; Enabled or Disabled (Disabled by default) l Onboard LAN Boot ROM - USB Storage Device; CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive; Network; USB Storage Device; Network; Power On; Power Off; Disabled (CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive by default)
Security Admin Password
Allows...
Service Manual - Page 78
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.../CD-RW Drive; Diskette Drive; IDE Mode or AHCI Mode (AHCI Mode by default) l Remote Wake Up - Last Power State (Power Off by default) l USB Controller - Enabled or Disabled (Enabled by default) l Onboard LAN Boot ROM - Enabled or Disabled (Enabled by default) l Intel(R) SpeedStep - Hard Drive; Main System Information BIOS Version System Date System Time...
Service Manual - Page 79
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... Storage Device and press . Enter system setup utility (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. l Hard Drive - The computer attempts to a USB connector.
2.
For example, if you want to run Dell Diagnostics from the primary hard drive. Disabled (Diskette Drive by default) Specifies the boot sequence from a USB device, connect the USB device to boot...
Service Manual - Page 86
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.... is subject to change without the written permission of data and tells you make better use of Dell Inc.; disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2010 Dell Inc. Back to Contents Page Dell™ Inspiron™ One 2305/2310 Service Manual
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