Dell 518 manual

www .dell.com | support.dell.com Dell™ Inspiron™ Quick Reference Guide Model: DCMF book.book Page 1 Wednesda y, July 2, 2008 1:51 PM[...]

Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer . NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to ha rdware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury , or death. ________________[...]

Contents 3 Contents 1 About Y our Dell™ Inspiron™ 518/519 . . . . 7 Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Back View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Back Panel Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 2 Setting Up Y our Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Installing Y our Computer in an Enclosure . . . . . . [...]

4 Contents Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Power Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Memory Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Lockups and Software Problems . . . . . . . . . . 37 5 Reinstalling Y our Operating Sy stem . . . 41 Drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 What Is [...]

Contents 5 Returning Items fo r Warr anty Repair or Credit . . . . . 54 Before Y ou Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Contacting Dell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 A Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 FCC Notice (U.S. Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 FCC Class B . . . . . . . . .[...]

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About Y our Dell™ Inspiron™ 518/519 7 About Y our Dell™ Inspiron™ 518/519 NOTE: For more information about the ports and connectors on your computer , see "Specifications" on page 17. Front View 1 USB 2.0 connectors (2) 2 optical drive 3 optical-drive panel 4 o ptical-drive eject button 5 USB 2.0 connectors (2 ) 6 headphone connec[...]

8 About Y our Dell™ Inspiron™ 518/519 Back View 1 power connector 2 voltage selector switch 3 power supply light 4 back panel connectors 5 expansion card slots (4) 6 padlock rings 7 security cable slot 1 2 3 4 5 7 6 book.book Page 8 Wednesda y, July 2, 2008 1:51 PM[...]

About Y our Dell™ Inspiron™ 518/519 9 Back Panel Connectors 1 IEEE 1394 connector 2 link integrity light 3 network adapter connector 4 network activity light 5 center/subwoofer connec tor 6 line-in connector 7 front L/R line-out connector 8 microphone 9 side L/R surround connector 10 back L/R surround connector 11 USB 2.0 connectors (4) 12 VGA [...]

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Setting Up Y our Computer 11 Setting Up Y our Computer Installing Y our Computer in an Enclosure Installing your computer in an enclosure can r estrict the airflow and impact your computer ’s performance, possibly ca using it to overheat. F ollow the guidelines below when installing your computer in an enclosure: NOTICE: The operating temperature[...]

12 Setting Up Y our Computer • If your computer is installed in a corn er on a desk or under a desk, leave at least 5.1 cm (2 in) clearance from th e back of the computer to the wall to permit the airflow requir ed for proper ventilation. book.book Page 12 Wednesday, July 2, 2008 1:51 PM[...]

Setting Up Y our Computer 13 Connecting to the Internet NOTE: ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country . T o connect to the Internet, you need a modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP). Y our ISP will offer one or more of the following Internet connection options: • DSL connections that provide high- speed Internet access[...]

14 Setting Up Y our Computer If you do not have an ISP icon on your desktop or if you want to set up an Internet connection with a different ISP , perform the steps in the following section that corresponds to the op erating system your computer is using. NOTE: If you are having problems conne cting to the Internet, see your Dell T echnology Guide [...]

Setting Up Y our Computer 15 9 Click either Broadband (PPP oE) or Dial-up , depending on how you want to connect: •C h o o s e Broadband if you will use a DSL, sa tellite modem, cable TV modem, or Bluetooth wireless technology connection. • Chose Dial-up if you will use a dial-up modem or ISDN. NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection [...]

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Specifications 17 Specifications NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. Fo r more information regarding the configuration of your computer , click Start → Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer . Processor Inspiron 518 Inspiron 519 Ty p e •I n t e l ® Core™ 2 Quad processor • Intel Core 2 Duo processor [...]

18 Specifications Expansion Bus Inspiron 518 Inspiron 519 Bus type PCI 2.3 PCI Express 1.0A SA T A 1.0 and 2.0 USB 2.0 PCI 2.3 PCI Express 2.0 SA T A 1.0 and 2.0 USB 2.0 Bus speed PCI 133 MB/s 133 MB/s PCI Express x1 slot bidirectional speed — 500 MB/s x16 slot bidirectional speed — 8 GB/s x1 slot bidirectional speed —1 GB/s x16 slot bidirect[...]

Specifications 19 Memory Inspiron 518/519 Memory module connector F our user -accessible DDR2 DIMM sockets Memory module capacities 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB Memory type 667 MHz, 800 MHz Non-ECC DDR2 SDRAM Minimum memory 512 MB Maximum memory 4 GB Drives Inspiron 518/519 Externally accessible One 3.5-inch drive bay T w o 5.25-inch drive bays Internall[...]

20 Specifications Connectors Inspiron 518/519 External connectors Aud io ALC888 (7.1 Channel audio) Line-in connector — Use the blue line-in connector to attach a recor d/playback device such as a microphone, cassette player , CD player , or VCR. On computers with a sound card, use the connector on the card. F ront L/R line-out connector — Use [...]

Specifications 21 Network 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet LAN on the system board. RJ-45 port — Connect one end of a network cable to either a network connector or your network or broadband device. Connect the other end of the network cable to the network adapter connector on your computer . A click indicates that the network cable has been securely at[...]

22 Specifications Vid eo Integrated video 15-hole connector — Connect the monitor ’s VGA cable to the VG A connector on the computer . NOTE: Y our computer suppor ts an optional PCI Express x16 graphics card. If you have installed a graphics card, use the connector on the card. System board co nnectors Chassis fan One 3-pin connector F ront pan[...]

Specifications 23 Controls and Lights Inspiron 518/519 F ront of the computer Po w e r b u t t o n P ush button P ower light Blue light — Blinking blue indicates that the computer is in sleep state; solid blue indicates power -on state. Amber light — Blinking amber indicates a problem with the system board. A solid amber light when the system d[...]

24 Specifications Back of the computer Link integrity light (on integrated network adapter) Green light — indicates a good connection exists between a 10/100-Mbps network and the computer . Orange light — indicates a good connection exists between a 1000-Mbps network and the computer . Off (no light) — indicates that the computer is not detec[...]

Specifications 25 Phy sical Inspiron 518/519 Height 379 mm (14.9 inches) W idth 17.0 cm (6.7 inches) Depth 43.5 cm (17.1 inches) W eight 13.1 kg (28.9 lb) Environmental Inspiron 518/519 T emperature range: Operating 10° to 35°C (50° to 95°F) Storage –40° to 65°C (–40° to 149°F) Relative humidity (maximum): 2 0% to 80% (noncondensing) Ma[...]

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T roubleshooting 27 T r oubleshooting CAUTION: T o guard against likelihood of electric shock, lacera tion by moving fan blades or other unexpected injuries, alway s unplug your comp uter from the electrical outlet before opening the cover . T roubleshooting T ools F ollow these tips when troubleshooting your computer: • If you added or removed a[...]

28 T roubleshooting Code (repetitive short beeps) Description Suggested Remedy 1 BIOS checksum failure. P ossible system board failur e. Contact Dell. F or more information, see "Contacting Dell" on page 57. 2 No memory modules are detected 1 If you have two or more memory modules installed, remove the modules, r einstall one module (see [...]

T roubleshooting 29 Sy stem Messages NOTE: If the message you received is not listed in the table, see the documentation for either the operating sy stem or the pr ogram that was running when the message appeared. NOTE: For information on removing and installing parts, see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com . 6 Video[...]

30 T roubleshooting F RONT USB CABLE CONNECTION F AILURE — The USB cable that connects the USB ports on the front I/O panel to the system board may be loose. H ARD - DISK DRIVE FAILURE — P ossible hard disk drive failur e during hard drive power -on self-test (POST). Check cables /swa p har d disks or see "Contacting Dell" on page 57 [...]

T roubleshooting 31 T roubleshooting Hardware Problems in the Windows V ista ® Operating Sy stem If a device is either not detected d uring the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly configur ed, you can use the Hardware T roubleshooter to resolve the incompatibility . T o start the Hardware T roubleshooter: 1 Click the W indows Vis[...]

32 T roubleshooting Starting the Dell Diagnostic s From Y our Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on your hard drive. NOTE: If your computer cannot d isplay a screen image, see "Contacting Dell " on page 57. 1 Ensure that the computer is connected to an electrical outlet that is known to be [...]

T roubleshooting 33 6 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. If multiple versions are listed, select the version appropriate for your computer . 7 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to run. Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click[...]

34 T roubleshooting 3 If a problem is encountered during a te st, a message appears with an error code and a description of the proble m. W rite down the error code and problem description and see "Contacting Dell" on page 57. NOTE: The Service T ag for your computer is located at the top of each test screen. If you contact Dell, technica[...]

T roubleshooting 35 Solving Problems Power Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the proced ures in this section, follow the safety instructions that sh ipped with your computer . I F THE POWER LIGHT IS OFF — The computer is either tu rned off or is not receiving power . • Reseat the power cable into both the powe r connector on the back of[...]

36 T roubleshooting Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the proc edures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipp ed with your computer . I F THE POWER LIGHT IS BLINKING AMBER — The computer is receiving electrical power , a device might be malfunct ioning or incorrectly installed. • Remove and then reinstall the m[...]

T roubleshooting 37 Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the proced ures in this section, follow the safety instructions that sh ipped with your computer . The computer does not start up The computer stops responding NOTICE: Y ou might lose data if you are unab le to perform an operating sy stem shutdown. I F YOU EXPERIENC[...]

38 T roubleshooting A program stops responding A program crashes repeatedly NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on a floppy disk or CD. A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft ® Windows ® operating sy stem A solid blue screen appears E ND THE PROGRAM — 1 P ress <Ctrl><Shift><Es[...]

T roubleshooting 39 Other software problems C HECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION — • Ensure that the program is compatible wi th the operating system installed on your computer . • Ensure that your computer meets the mi nimum har dware r equirements needed to run the software. [...]

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Reinstalling Y our Operating Sy stem 41 Reinstalling Y our Operating Sy stem Drivers What Is a Driver? A driver is a program that controls a device such as a printer , mouse, or keyboar d. All devices requir e a driver program. A driver acts like a translator between the device and any other programs that use the device. Each device has its own set[...]

42 Reinstalling Y our Operating Sy stem Identifying Drivers If you experience a problem with any devi ce, identify whether the driver is the source of your problem and, if necessary , update the driver . 1 Click the W indows Vista start button™ , and right-click Computer . 2 Click P roperties → Device Manager . NOTE: The User Account Control wi[...]

Reinstalling Y our Operating Sy stem 43 Using the Drivers and Utilities media If using Device Driver Rollback or Sy stem Restore ("Restoring Y our Operating System" on page 44) does not resolve the problem, then r einstall the driver from the Drivers and Utilities media. 1 W ith the W indows desktop displayed, insert the Drivers and Utili[...]

44 Reinstalling Y our Operating Sy stem Manually Reinstalling Drivers After extracting the driver files to your har d drive as described in the previous section: 1 Click the W indows Vista start button , and right-click Computer . 2 Click P roperties → Device Manager . NOTE: The User Account Control window may appear . If you are an administrator[...]

Reinstalling Y our Operating Sy stem 45 Using Microsoft Windows Sy stem Restore The W indows operating sy stems provide a System Restore option which allows you to return your computer to an earlier operating state (without affecting data files) if changes to the hardwar e, software, or other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable[...]

46 Reinstalling Y our Operating Sy stem Using Dell Factory Image Restore NOTICE: Using Dell Factory Image Restore pe rmanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers instal led after you received your computer . If possible, back up the data before using these options. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if Sy stem R[...]

Reinstalling Y our Operating Sy stem 47 7 Click the checkbox to confirm that yo u want to continue reformatting the hard drive and r estoring the system so ftware to the factory condition, then click Next . The restor e process begins and may take five or more minutes to complete. A message appears when the operati ng system and factory-installed a[...]

48 Reinstalling Y our Operating Sy stem 1 Save and close any open files and exit any open programs. 2 Insert the Operating System media. 3 Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears. 4 Restart the computer . When the DELL logo appears, press <F12> immediately . NOTE: If you wait too long and the operati ng sy stem logo appears, continu[...]

Finding Information 49 Finding Information NOTE: Some features or media may be optional and ma y not ship with your computer . Some features or media may n ot be available in certain countries. NOTE: Additional information may ship with your computer . Document/Media/Label Contents Service T ag/Express Service Code The Service T ag/Express Service [...]

50 Finding Information Dell T echnology Guide The Dell T echnology Guide is a available at support.dell.com . • About your operating system. • Using and maintaining peripherals. • Understanding technologies such as RA ID, Internet, Bluetooth ® , E-mail, networking, and more. Microsoft ® Windows ® License Label Y our Microsoft W indows Lice[...]

Getting Help 51 Getting Help Obtaining Assistance CAUTION: If you need to remove the comp uter cover , first disconnect the computer power and modem c ables from all electrical outlets. If you experience a problem with yo ur computer , you can complete the following steps to diagnose and troubleshoot the problem: 1 See "Solving P roblems"[...]

52 Getting Help F or instructions on using the Dell Su pport, see "T echnical Support and Customer Service" on page 52. NOTE: Some of the following serv ices are not alway s available in all locations outside the continental U.S. Call your loca l Dell representative for information on availability . T echnical Support and Customer Service[...]

Getting Help 53 • Dell Support e-mail addresses mobile_support@us.dell.com support@us.dell.com la-techsupport@dell.com (Latin Amer ica and Caribbean countries only) apsupport@dell.com (Asian/P acific countries only) • Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail addr esses apmarketing@dell.com (Asian/P acific countries only) sales_canada@dell.com (Canada on[...]

54 Getting Help Product Information If you need information about additional products available from Dell, or if you would like to place an or der , visit the Dell website at www .dell.com . F or the telephone number to call for your regi on or to speak to a sales specialist, see "Contacting Dell" on page 57. Returning Items for W arranty[...]

Getting Help 55 Before Y ou Call NOTE: Have your Express Service Code ready when you call. The code helps Dell’ s automated-support telephone sy stem direct y our call more efficiently. Y ou may also be asked for your Service T ag (located on the back or bottom of your computer). Remember to fill out the Diagnostics Checklist (see "Diagnosti[...]

56 Getting Help Diagnostics Checklist Name: Date: Address: Phone number: Service T ag: Express Service Code: Return Material Authorization Number (i f provided by Dell support technician): Operating system and version: Devices: Expansion cards: Are you connected to a network? Y es No Network, version, and network adapter: P rograms and versions: Se[...]

Getting Help 57 Contacting Dell F or customers in the United States , call 800- WWW -DELL (800-999-3355). NOTE: If you do not have an active Inter net connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog. Dell provides several online and telepho ne-based support and service options. A va[...]

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Appendix 59 Appendix FCC Notice (U.S. Only) FCC Class B This equipment generates, uses, and ca n radiate radio frequency ener gy and, if not installed and used in accorda nce with the manufacturer’s instruction manual, may cause interference with ra dio and television r eception. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits [...]

60 Appendix The following information is provided on the device or devices covered in this document in compliance with the FCC regulations: • P roduct name: Dell™ Inspiron 518/Dell Inspiron 519 • Model number: DCMF • Company name: Dell Inc. W orldwide Regulatory Compliance & Environmental Affairs One Dell W ay Round Rock, TX 78682 USA 5[...]

Index 61 Index B beep codes, 27 C CDs operating system, 4 9 computer beep codes, 2 7 crashes, 3 7 - 3 8 restor e to previous state, 4 4 specifications, 1 7 stops responding, 3 7 conflicts so f tw a re a nd h a rdw a re incompatibilities, 3 1 contacting Dell, 57 D Dell contacting, 5 7 Dell Diagnostics, 31 Dell T echnology Guide, 50 DellConnect, 52 d[...]

62 Index H hardwar e beep codes, 2 7 conflicts, 3 1 Dell Diagnostics, 3 1 I Internet connection about, 1 3 options, 1 3 setting up, 1 3 IRQ conflicts, 31 M memory problems, 3 6 O operating system media, 4 7 reinstalling, 4 9 Operating System CD, 49 P phone numbers, 57 power problems, 3 5 power light conditions, 3 5 printer connecting, 1 3 setting u[...]

Index 63 S S.M.A.R.T , 30 safety instructions, 50 Service Manual, 49 software conflicts, 3 1 p r o b l e m s , 38-39 specifications, 17 Starting the Dell Diagnostics F rom the Drivers and Utilities CD, 32 Starting the Dell Diagnostics F rom Y our Hard Drive, 32 support contacting Dell, 5 7 System Restore, 44-45 T telephone numbers, 57 transferring [...]

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