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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 .
4 Contents Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Power Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Memory Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Lockups and Software Problems . . . . . . . . . . 37 5 Reinstalling Y our Operating Sy stem .
Contents 5 Returning Items fo r Warr anty Repair or Credit . . . . . 54 Before Y ou Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Contacting Dell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 A Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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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 .
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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 .
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 r.
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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 .
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.
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.
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).
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 .
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.
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 .
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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 .
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 o.
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.
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.
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 .
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 .
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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).
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 s.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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 medi.
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.
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