Dell Inspiron 530 Series Desktop Computer Manuals

Dell Inspiron 530 Series Desktop Computer Manuals

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Dell Inspiron 530 Series User Manual

Dell Inspiron 530 Series User Manual (354 pages)

Dell Inspiron 545 MT: User Guide

Brand: Dell | Category: Desktop | Size: 4.09 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
3
1 Finding Information

23
- Start Button
  23
- Microsoft Windows Help and Support
  24
  - Windows Vista
    25
  - Windows ® XP
    25
- Control Panel
  26
- Information about Installed Hardware
  26
  - Device Manager
    26
  - Hardware Devices Installed on Your Computer
    27
- Programs Installed on Your Computer
  28
- Wireless Networking
  28
- Dell Support Website
  29
  - Technical Support
    29
  - Customer Service
    30
  - Warranty Information
    30
  - Dell Forums
    31
  - Contact Us
    31
- BIOS (System Setup Program) Settings
  31
2 Microsoft Windows Desktop

33
- Overview
  33
- Taskbar
  34
- Desktop Icons and Shortcuts
  36
  - Deleting an Icon from the Desktop
    36
  - Creating and Deleting Program Shortcuts on the Desktop
    37
- Shortcut Menus
  38
- Changing the Desktop Appearance
  39
  - Windows Vista
    39
  - Windows ® XP
    40
  - Setting up a Screen Saver
    41
  - Windows Vista
    41
  - Windows XP
    41
- Start Button (Menu)
  42
  - Overview
    42
  - Customizing the Start Menu
    43
- Control Panel
  44
3 Monitors and Displays

47
- Cleaning Your Computer's Display Screen
  47
- Adjusting the Resolution of Your Display
  48
4 Navigation Devices

57
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
7 Shutting down Your Computer

99
8 Files and Folders

109
- Navigating to Files
  110
  - Selecting and Opening Files
    111
  - Selecting a Group of Files
    111
  - Selecting Several Random Files
    111
  - Opening and Saving a File
    112
  - Opening a Graphic Image (Picture or Art)
    112
- Finding Files
  112
  - Searching for a File
    112
- Renaming Files
  113
- Printing Files
  113
- Deleting Files
  113
- Sharing Files
  114
  - Windows Vista
    114
  - Windows XP
    115
  - Sharing Files with Password Protection
    115
- Restricting Access to a File
  115
- Transferring Files and Settings to a New Computer
  116
  - Transferring Files from a Computer Running Windows XP to a Computer Running Windows Vista
    116
  - Transferring Files between Computers Running Windows XP
    117
- Backing up Files
  117
  - Windows Vista
    117
  - Windows XP
    118
  - Running Backup When the Settings Have Been Preconfigured
    118
  - Running Backup with Hidden Drives
    119
- Restoring Files
  119
  - Windows Vista
    119
  - Windows XP
    119
9 Managing Applications (Programs)

121
10 Maintenance Tasks

125
- Performance and Ensure Security)
  125
  - Performing Maintenance Tasks to Increase Computer Speed and Ensure Security
    125
  - Cleaning Your Computer
    126
    
    Before You Start
    126
    
    Cleaning the Computer
    126
    
    Cleaning Optical Drives and Optical Drive Media
    126
  - Managing Your Computer Performance
    127
    
    Windows Vista
    127
    
    Windows ® XP
    128
  - Performance Tuning
    129
    
    System Setup Based Performance Tuning
    129
    
    Software Based Performance Tuning
    129
    
    NVIDIA Performance
    129
    
    NVIDIA Monitor
    130
  - Cleaning up Your Hard Drive
    131
  - Defragmenting Your Hard Drive
    132
  - Detecting and Repairing Disk Errors
    133
  - Scanning for Viruses and Spyware
    133
11 Power

135
- Protection Devices, and Batteries)
  135
  - Setting Power Options
    135
    
    Windows Vista
    135
    
    Windows ® XP
    137
  - Power Protection Devices
    140
    
    Surge Protector
    140
    
    Power Line Conditioner
    140
    
    Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
    141
  - Laptop Computer Batteries
    141
    
    Using Your Laptop Computer for the First Time
    142
    
    Preserving the Life of a Battery
    142
    
    Replacing a Battery
    143
    
    Checking the Battery Charge
    143
    
    Microsoft Windows
    144
    
    Conserving Battery Power
    145
    
    Charging the Battery
    145
    
    Storing a Battery
    146
    
    US Department of Transportation (DOT) Notebook Battery Restrictions
    146
    
    Dell™ Controlpoint Power Manager
    146
12 Networks

149
13 Accessing the Internet

171
- Overview
  171
- Setting up Your Internet Connection
  173
  - Windows Vista
    173
  - Windows ® XP
    174
- Troubleshooting Problems Connecting to the Internet
  175
- Web Browser Settings
  175
- Internet Security and Privacy
  178
  - Increasing Security for Your Computer While Accessing the Internet
    178
  - Protecting Your Privacy While Accessing the Internet
    179
  - Viruses
    179
  - Firewalls
    180
  - Spyware and Malware
    182
  - Spam
    183
  - Phishing Scams
    183
  - Shopping Securely over the Internet
    183
- Controlling Pop-Ups
  184
- Controlling Unwanted Toolbars
  185
- Content Advisory/Parental Controls
  185
- Bookmarking Favorite Websites
  185
- Searching for Information on the Internet
  186
- Changing the Internet Communications Protocol (TCP/IP) Settings
  187
- Printing a Web Page
  187
- Freeing up Space and Protecting Your Computer
  188
- Maintaining Privacy by Blocking and Deleting Cookies
  189
14 Mail

191
- Setting up a New E-Mail Account
  191
  - Windows Vista
    192
  - Windows ® XP
    192
- Managing and Organizing E-Mail Messages
  192
  - Windows XP
    194
- Securing Your E-Mail
  194
  - Reducing Spam
    195
  - Viruses and Phishing
    196
    
    Avoiding E-Mail Attachments
    197
  - Viewing E-Mail Messages
    197
  - Sending E-Mail
    197
    
    Windows Vista
    197
    
    Windows XP
    198
  - Creating a Contact Group (Mailing List)
    198
    
    Windows Vista
    198
    
    Windows XP
    199
  - Backing up E-Mail Messages
    200
    
    Windows Vista
    200
    
    Windows XP
    200
15 Multimedia

203
16 Connecting Your Computer to a TV and Adjusting Display Settings

215
17 Security and Privacy

251
- Protecting Your Computer-Using Administrator Rights, User Groups, and Passwords
  251
  - Administrator Rights
    251
  - User Groups
    252
  - Passwords
    253
- Smart Cards
  254
- Fingerprint Readers
  254
- Facial Recognition Software
  255
- Using a Firewall to Secure Your Computer
  255
  - Turning on Windows Firewall
    255
- Encrypting Files and Folders
  256
- Using Antivirus Software
  256
- Maintaining Security When Using a Public Wireless Network
  256
- Reducing the Risk of Getting Computer Viruses
  257
- Dealing with Cookies
  258
  - Blocking All Cookies
    258
- Avoiding Spyware and Malware
  259
18 Microsoft Windows XP Pro Remote Desktop

261
19 Restoring Your Operating System

265
20 Troubleshooting

271
- Troubleshooting Tools
  272
  - Power Lights for Desktop Computers
    273
  - Diagnostic Lights for Desktop Computers
    274
  - Diagnostic Lights for Laptop Computers
    275
  - System Messages for Desktop Computers
    275
  - System Messages for Laptop Computers
    276
  - Cmos Battery
    278
  - Windows Hardware Troubleshooter
    280
  - Running the Dell Diagnostics
    281
  - Dell Support Center
    285
- Solving Problems
  287
  - Battery Problems
    287
  - Drive Problems
    287
  - Optical Drive Problems
    288
  - E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
    289
  - Error Messages
    290
  - IEEE 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
- Changing the BIOS Settings
  310
  - Viewing the BIOS Settings
    311
  - Upgrading the BIOS (Flashing the BIOS)
    311
22 Ports

313
- USB Port
  313
- IEEE 1394 Port
  314
- RS232 Serial Port
  315
- Parallel Port
  316
- Esata Port
  317
- Modem
  318
- Ethernet Port
  319
- Keyboard and Mouse Port (PS2)
  320
- VGA Port
  321
- DVI-I Port
  322
- S-Video TV-Out Port
  323
- Component Video
  324
- Composite Video
  325
- HDMI Port
  326
- Displayport
  327
- S/PDIF Port (Coaxial RCA)
  328
- S/PDIF Port (Toslink)
  328
- Audio Ports
  329
23 Getting Help

331
- Obtaining Assistance
  331
- Dell Support Service
  332
  - Technical Support and Customer Service
    332
  - Dellconnect
    332
  - Online Services
    333
  - Autotech Service
    334
  - Automated Order-Status Service
    334
  - Problems with Your Order
    334
  - Product Information
    334
  - Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit
    334
  - Before You Call
    335
- Contacting Dell
  337

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Dell Inspiron 530 Series Owner's Manual

Dell Inspiron 530 Series Owner's Manual (226 pages)

Inspiron 530 Series

Brand: Dell | Category: Desktop | Size: 12.67 MB

Table of Contents

Abbreviations and Acronyms
2
Table of Contents
3
Finding Information
11
1 Setting up and Using Your Computer

15
- Front View of the Computer
  15
  - Inspiron 530/530A/530C
    15
  - Inspiron 530B/530D
    17
- Back View of the Computer
  19
  - Inspiron 530/530A/530C
    19
  - Inspiron 530B/530D
    21
- Back Panel Connectors
  22
  - Inspiron 530/530A/530C
    22
  - Inspiron 530B/530D
    25
- Installing Your Computer in an Enclosure
  27
- Setting up a Printer
  29
  - Printer Cable
    29
  - Connecting a USB Printer
    29
- Playing Cds and Dvds
  31
- Copying Cds and Dvds
  34
  - How to Copy a CD or DVD
    34
  - Using Blank Cds and Dvds
    35
  - Helpful Tips
    36
- Using a Media Card Reader (Optional)
  36
- Connecting Two Monitors
  38
- Power Management
  40
  - Power Management Options in Microsoft ® Windows ® XP
    40
  - Standby Mode
    40
  - Hibernate Mode
    41
  - Power Options Properties
    42
  - Power Management Options in Windows Vista
    43
  - Standby Mode
    44
  - Hibernate Mode
    44
  - Power Plan Properties
    45
- Enabling Speedstep™ Technology
  46
- About RAID Configurations
  47
2 Solving Problems

63
- Troubleshooting Tips
  63
- Battery Problems
  63
- Drive Problems
  64
  - CD and DVD Drive Problems
    65
  - Hard Drive Problems
    66
- E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
  66
- Error Messages
  68
- Keyboard Problems
  69
- Lockups and Software Problems
  70
- Media Card Reader Problems
  73
- Memory Problems
  74
- Mouse Problems
  75
- Microsoft Windows Operating System
  76
- Network Problems
  76
- Power Problems
  77
- Printer Problems
  78
- Scanner Problems
  80
- Sound and Speaker Problems
  81
  - No Sound from Speakers
    81
  - No Sound from Headphones
    82
- Video and Monitor Problems
  82
  - If the Screen Is Blank
    83
  - If the Screen Is Difficult to Read
    84
3 Troubleshooting Tools

85
4 Removing and Installing Parts

105
- Before You Begin
  105
  - Recommended Tools
    105
  - Turning off Your Computer
    106
  - Before Working Inside Your Computer
    106
- Removing the Computer Cover
  107
- Inside View of Your Computer
  109
- System Board Components
  110
  - Inspiron 530
    110
  - Inspiron 530A
    112
  - Inspiron 530B
    114
  - Inspiron 530C
    116
  - Inspiron 530D
    118
- Power Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments
  120
- Memory
  123
  - Memory Installation Guidelines
    124
  - Installing Memory
    126
  - Removing Memory
    128
- Cards
  129
  - PCI and PCI Express Cards
    129
- Bezel
  136
  - Removing the Bezel
    136
  - Replacing the Bezel
    137
- Drives
  138
  - Recommended Drive Cable Connections
    139
  - Connecting Drive Cables
    139
  - Drive Interface Connectors
    139
  - Connecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables
    140
  - Hard Drives
    140
  - Floppy Drive (Optional)
    145
  - Media Card Reader
    151
  - CD/DVD Drive
    154
- Battery
  160
  - Replacing the Battery
    160
- Power Supply
  161
  - Replacing the Power Supply
    162
- I/O Panel
  163
  - Removing the I/O Panel
    164
  - Installing the I/O Panel
    165
  - Processor Fan
    165
    
    Removing the Processor Fan/Heat Sink Assembly
    166
    
    Installing the Processor Fan/Heat Sink Assembly
    167
  - Processor
    168
    
    Removing the Processor
    168
    
    Installing the Processor
    170
  - Chassis Fan
    172
    
    Removing the Chassis Fan
    172
    
    Replacing the Chassis Fan
    173
  - System Board
    174
    
    Removing the System Board
    174
    
    Installing the System Board
    176
    
    Replacing the Computer Cover
    176
A Appendix

179
- Specifications
  179
  - Inspiron 530/530A/530C
    179
  - Inspiron 530B/530D
    182
  - Inspiron 530/530A/530B/530C/530D
    185
- System Setup
  187
  - Overview
    187
  - Entering System Setup
    188
  - System Setup Options
    189
  - Boot Sequence
    191
- Clearing Forgotten Passwords
  193
  - Inspiron 530
    193
  - Inspiron 530A
    194
  - Inspiron 530B
    194
  - Inspiron 530C
    195
  - Inspiron 530D
    195
- Clearing CMOS Settings
  196
- Flashing the BIOS
  197
- Cleaning Your Computer
  198
  - Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor
    198
  - Mouse
    198
  - Floppy Drive (Optional)
    199
  - Cds and Dvds
    199
- Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)
  199
  - Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals
    200
  - Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals
    200
- FCC Notice (U.S. Only)
  200
  - FCC Class B
    200
- Contacting Dell
  202

DELL Inspiron 530 Series Owner's Manual

DELL Inspiron 530 Series Owner's Manual (206 pages)

Brand: DELL | Category: Desktop | Size: 14.68 MB

Table of Contents

Abbreviations and Acronyms
2
Table of Contents
3
Finding Information
11
1 Setting up and Using Your Computer

15
2 Solving Problems

57
- Troubleshooting Tips
  57
- Battery Problems
  57
- Drive Problems
  58
  - CD and DVD Drive Problems
    59
  - Hard Drive Problems
    60
- E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
  60
- Error Messages
  62
- Keyboard Problems
  63
- Lockups and Software Problems
  64
- Media Card Reader Problems
  66
- Memory Problems
  67
- Mouse Problems
  68
- Network Problems
  69
- Power Problems
  70
- Printer Problems
  71
- Scanner Problems
  73
- Sound and Speaker Problems
  74
  - No Sound from Speakers
    74
  - No Sound from Headphones
    75
- Video and Monitor Problems
  75
  - If the Screen Is Blank
    76
  - If the Screen Is Difficult to Read
    77
3 Troubleshooting Tools

79
4 Removing and Installing Parts

99
- Before You Begin
  99
  - Recommended Tools
    99
  - Turning off Your Computer
    100
  - Before Working Inside Your Computer
    100
- Removing the Computer Cover
  101
- Inside View of Your Computer
  103
- System Board Components
  104
- Power Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments
  106
- Memory
  110
  - Memory Installation Guidelines
    110
  - Installing Memory
    111
  - Removing Memory
    113
- Cards
  114
  - PCI and PCI Express Cards
    114
- Bezel
  121
  - Removing the Bezel
    121
  - Replacing the Bezel
    122
- Drives
  123
  - Recommended Drive Cable Connections
    124
  - Connecting Drive Cables
    124
  - Drive Interface Connectors
    124
  - Connecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables
    125
  - Hard Drives
    125
  - Floppy Drive
    130
  - Media Card Reader
    135
  - CD/DVD Drive
    139
- Battery
  145
  - Replacing the Battery
    145
- Power Supply
  146
  - Replacing the Power Supply
    146
- I/O Panel
  148
  - Removing the I/O Panel
    148
  - Installing the I/O Panel
    149
- Processor Fan
  150
  - Processor Fan/Heat Sink Assembly
    150
  - Installing the Processor Fan/Heat Sink Assembly
    151
  - Processor
    152
    
    Removing the Processor
    152
    
    Installing the Processor
    154
  - Chassis Fan
    156
    
    Removing the Chassis Fan
    156
    
    Replacing the Chassis Fan
    157
  - System Board
    158
    
    Removing the System Board
    158
    
    Installing the System Board
    159
    
    Replacing the Computer Cover
    160
A Appendix

163
- Specifications
  163
- System Setup
  168
  - Overview
    168
  - Entering System Setup
    168
  - System Setup Options
    170
  - Boot Sequence
    172
- Clearing Forgotten Passwords
  174
- Clearing CMOS Settings
  175
- Flashing the BIOS
  175
- Cleaning Your Computer
  176
  - Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor
    176
  - Mouse
    177
  - Floppy Drive
    177
  - Cds and Dvds
    177
- Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)
  178
  - Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals
    179
  - Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals
    179
- FCC Notice (U.S. Only)
  179
  - FCC Class B
    179
- Contacting Dell
  181

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Dell Inspiron 530 Series Service Manual

Dell Inspiron 530 Series Service Manual (126 pages)

Dell Precision 530: Service Manual

Brand: Dell | Category: Desktop | Size: 3.38 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
3
1 Before You Begin

7
- Safety First-For You and Your Computer
  9
  - When Working Inside Your Computer
    9
- Protecting against Electrostatic Discharge
  11
2 Removing and Installing Parts

13
- Computer Cover
  15
  - Opening the Computer Cover
    15
  - Closing the Computer Cover
    16
- Interior Service Label
  19
- Inside Your Computer
  21
- System Board Components
  23
  - Components
    23
  - Labels
    25
  - Jumpers
    26
- Drive Door
  29
  - Removing the Drive Door
    29
  - Replacing the Drive Door
    30
- Front Panel
  31
  - Removing the Front Panel
    31
  - Replacing the Front Panel
    32
- Front-Panel Inserts
  33
  - Removing Front-Panel Inserts
    33
  - Replacing Front-Panel Inserts
    34
- Front-Panel Button
  35
  - Removing the Front-Panel Button
    35
  - Replacing the Front-Panel Button
    37
- Dell Shield
  39
- Removing the Dell Shield
  39
- Replacing the Dell Shield
  40
- Power Supply
  41
  - Removing the Power Supply
    41
  - Replacing the Power Supply
    43
- Computer Memory
  45
- Disk Drives and Media
  55
- Expansion-Card Airflow Shroud
  79
  - Removing the Expansion-Card Airflow Shroud
    79
  - Replacing the Expansion-Card Airflow Shroud
    80
- Expansion Cards
  81
  - Installing an Expansion Card
    83
  - Removing an Expansion Card
    87
- Expansion-Card Cooling Fan and Guide
  89
  - Removing an Expansion-Card Cooling Fan and Guide
    89
  - Replacing an Expansion-Card Cooling Fan and Guide
    90
- Control Panel
  93
  - Components
    93
  - Removing the Control Panel
    94
  - Replacing the Control Panel
    95
- I/O Panel
  97
  - Components
    97
    
    Removing the I/O Panel
    97
    
    Replacing the I/O Panel
    98
  - Chassis Intrusion Switch
    99
    
    Removing the Chassis Intrusion Switch
    99
    
    Replacing the Chassis Intrusion Switch
    100
  - Speaker
    101
    
    Removing the Speaker
    101
    
    Replacing the Speaker
    102
  - Microprocessor Airflow Shroud
    103
    
    Removing the Microprocessor Airflow Shroud
    103
    
    Installing the Microprocessor Airflow Shroud
    104
  - Microprocessor
    107
    
    Installation Guidelines
    107
    
    Upgrading the Microprocessor(S)
    107
  - Microprocessor Cooling Fan
    113
    
    Removing the Microprocessor Cooling Fan
    113
    
    Replacing the Microprocessor Cooling Fan
    114
  - Vrm
    115
    
    Removing a VRM
    115
    
    Installing a VRM
    116
  - Computer Battery
    119
  - System Board
    123
    
    Removing the System Board
    123
    
    Replacing the System Board
    124

Dell Inspiron 530 Series Replacement Manual

Dell Inspiron 530 Series Replacement Manual (87 pages)

MEMORY RISER BOARD REPLACEMENT

Brand: Dell | Category: Desktop | Size: 2.89 MB

Table of Contents

Precautionary Measures
5
Computer Cover
6
Socket
8
- Riser Board a Socket
  11
- Riser Board B Socket
  11
Socket
11
Pair
11
Installing a Memory Module
16
Cannot Contain Rimms with Memory Riser Boards Installed in Sockets
19

Dell Inspiron 530 Series Replacement Manual

Dell Inspiron 530 Series Replacement Manual (52 pages)

MICROPROCESSOR REPLACEMENT

Brand: Dell | Category: Desktop | Size: 1.13 MB

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Dell Inspiron 530 Series System Information Manual

Dell Inspiron 530 Series System Information Manual (42 pages)

Brand: Dell | Category: Desktop | Size: 4.11 MB

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