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Before You Begin
Dell™ Inspiron™ 1120 Service Manual Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer
This manual provides instructions for removing and installing components in your computer. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that the following conditions exist:
l You have performed the steps in Turning Off Your ...
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Flashing the BIOS
Dell™ Inspiron™ 1120 Service Manual
The BIOS may require flashing when an update is available or when replacing the system board. To flash the BIOS:
1. Turn on the computer. 2. Go to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3. Click Select Model. 4. Locate the BIOS update file for your computer:
NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is located on a ...
Service Manual - Page 26
.... Exercise care when handling the hard drive. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell. NOTE: If you are installing a hard drive from a source other than Dell, you need to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on the new hard drive.
Removing the Hard Drive
1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.
2. Remove...
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Contents
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up Microsoft Windows 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Connect to the Internet (Optional 16
Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right...
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..., setting preferences, and setting up an Internet connection.
CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Doing so may render your computer unusable and you will need to reinstall the operating system. NOTE: For optimal performance of your computer, it is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for your computer available at support.dell.com...
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... Up Your Inspiron Laptop
Create System Recovery Media (Recommended)
NOTE: It is recommended that you create a system recovery media as soon as you set up Microsoft Windows. NOTE: Your computer does not have an internal optical drive. Use an external optical drive or any external storage device for the procedures that involve discs. The system recovery media can be used to restore your computer to...
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... Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or at support.dell.com/manuals.
Productivity and Communication
You can use your computer to create presentations, brochures, greeting cards, fliers, and spreadsheets. You can also edit and view digital photographs and images. Check your purchase order for software installed on your computer.
After connecting to the Internet, you can access websites, setup...
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... Compatibility Wizard: 1. Click Start → Control Panel→
Programs→ Run programs made for previous versions of Windows. 2. In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. If you have other software problems - • Back up your files immediately. • Use a virus-scanning program to check the hard drive or CDs. • Save and...
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Using Support Tools
My Dell Downloads
NOTE: My Dell Downloads may not be available in all regions.
Some of the software pre-installed on your new computer do not include a backup CD or DVD. This software is available at My Dell Downloads. From this website you can download available software for reinstallation or create your own backup media.
To register and use My Dell Downloads:
1. Go...
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To restore the factory image while preserving the data files:
1. Turn off your computer.
2. Disconnect all the devices (USB drive, printer, etc.) connected to the computer and remove any newly added internal hardware.
3. Turn on your computer.
NOTE: Do not disconnect the AC adapter. 4. When the DELL™ logo appears, press
several times to access the Advanced Boot Options...
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... at support.dell.com.
Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional
NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional may be installed on your computer, if you ordered it at the time of purchase.
Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional provides additional features that allow you to:
• Backup and restore your computer based on file types
• Backup files to a local storage device...
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... Restore permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer. If possible, back up the data before using this option. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem.
NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available...
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... system software find more information about the Microsoft® Windows® operating system and features
upgrade your computer with new or additional components like a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part
See:
"System Recovery Media" on page 57 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 49 "My Dell Downloads" on page 46 support.dell.com
the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals...
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... Agreement
find your Service tag/Express Service Code - You must use the service tag to identify your computer on support.dell.com or to contact technical support
find drivers and downloads; readme files
access technical support and product help
check on your order status for new purchases
find solutions and answers to common questions
locate information for last-minute updates about technical...
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... when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer.
NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start → Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer.
Computer Model
System Chipset
Dell™ Inspiron™ 1120
Inspiron 1120
RS880M + SB820M
Processor Type
Inspiron 1120...
Contents: Mini PCI Type 3B Data Fax Modem by 3Com User's Guide - Page 2
... these steps if you want to view the version of firmware used in your modem.
1. Check the following table to find the AT command that controls viewing firmware information. The functions are listed in alphabetical order. Note that the AT command for displaying the firmware version is I7.
2. Enter your communications software. 3. Enter Terminal mode. 4. Because almost all commands...
Contents: Mini PCI Type 3B Data Fax Modem by 3Com User's Guide - Page 22
...The modem driver comes already installed on your computer. You can uninstall the modem driver any time following the installation; however, any changes to the system files made between the install and the uninstall will be lost.
1. Click Start>Settings>Control Panels 2. Click the System icon.
The System Properties window appears. 3. Click the Device Manager tab. 4. Click Modem. 5. Select "MINI PCI...
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Using the modem: Mini PCI Type 3B Data Fax Modem by 3Com User's Guide
Overview • Transferring Data • Faxing
Overview
Your modem allows you to send and receive both data and fax files using your communications software. Your modem can also be used for data communications with an online service, the Internet, an electronic Bulletin Board System (BBS), or another modem, at up...
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... software user manual before sending a fax.
Opening the fax software loads the driver and prepares the modem to send the fax. If you are faxing from another application, you may have to create the fax, then go into the application's print setup menu to select the fax driver.
When entering a fax number, enter the same information you would if you were calling someone on the phone...
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... one fax program installed.
l Because many fax drivers keep possession of the COM port after being loaded, you may need to unload the fax driver in order to use other modem functions. Consult your communications software manual for instructions about unloading the fax driver.
l In many Windows application packages, the fax driver is displayed among the printer selections in the Windows application...