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Comprehensive Specifications - Page 1
Dell™ Inspiron™ 1546: Comprehensive Specifications
This document provides information that you may need 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.
Processor ...
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Before You Begin
Dell™ Inspiron™ 1546 Service Manual
Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer
This manual provides procedures 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 Computer and Before Working...
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Flashing the BIOS
Dell™ Inspiron™ 1546 Service Manual
1. Turn on the computer. 2. Go to support.dell.com. 3. Click Drivers & Downloads® Select Model. 4. Locate the BIOS update file for your computer:
NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is located at the bottom of the computer. If you have your computer's Service Tag:
a. Click Enter a Service Tag. b. Enter your...
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... you connect a cable, ensure that both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned. 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 (see the Dell Technology Guide).
Removing the...
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... and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer.
8. Install the operating system for your computer, as needed. See "Restoring Your Operating System" in the Setup Guide. 9. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as needed. For more information, see the Dell Technology Guide.
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... the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical outlet. 6. Turn on the computer. As the computer boots, it detects the memory module(s) and automatically updates the system configuration information. To confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer: Windows Vista®:
Click Start ® Help and Support® Dell System Information. Windows 7:
Click the Start ® Control Panel...
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... to do so may result in damage to the computer.
9. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as required. For more information, see the Dell Technology Guide. NOTE: If you are installing a communication card from a source other than Dell, you must install the appropriate drivers and utilities. For more generic driver information, see the Dell Technology Guide.
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Setup Guide - Page 5
... Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up Microsoft Windows 9 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 10 Connect to the Internet (Optional 12
Using Your Inspiron Laptop 16 Right Side Features 16 Left Side Features 18 Front Side Features 20 Computer Base Features 24 Touch Pad Gestures 26 Media Controls 28 Using the Optical Drive 30
Display Features...
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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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... 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 an e-mail account...
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... in your operating system to configure the power settings on your computer. The Microsoft Windows operating system installed on your Dell computer provides three default options:
• Balanced/Dell Recommended - Offers full performance when you need it and saves power during periods of inactivity.
• Power saver - Saves power on your computer by reducing system performance to maximize the...
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... that is no longer
responding. 4. Click End Task.
If a program crashes repeatedly - Check the software documentation. If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program.
NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on the CD.
If the computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears -
WARNING: You might lose data if you are...
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...-scanning program to check the hard drive or CDs.
• Save and close any open files or programs and shut down your computer through the Start menu.
• Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for troubleshooting information:
--Ensure that the program is compatible with the operating system installed on your computer.
--Ensure that your computer...
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..., Network/Internet, Backup/ Recovery, and Windows operating system)
Alerts (technical support alerts relevant to your computer)
Assistance from Dell (Technical Support with DellConnect™, Customer Service, Training and Tutorials, How-To Help with Dell on Call™, and Online Scan with PC CheckUp)
About Your System (System Documentation, Warranty Information, System Information, Upgrades...
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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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...with a newly installed driver, first try using Windows Device Driver Rollback.
To roll back a device driver:
1. Click Start .
2. Right-click Computer.
3. Click Properties→ Device Manager. 4. Right-click the device for which the new
driver was installed, and click Properties.
5. Click the Drivers tab → Roll Back Driver.
Restoring Your Operating System
If Device Driver Rollback does not...
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...Your Operating System
To reinstall Windows, you need the following:
• Dell Operating System disc
• Dell Drivers and Utilities disc
NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc contains drivers that were installed during the assembly of the computer. Use the Dell Drivers and Utilities disc to load any required drivers. Depending on the region from which you ordered your computer, or whether you...
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...networking, and e-mail
upgrade your computer with new or additional components, like a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part
See:
the Operating System disc
the Drivers and Utilities disc NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found at support.dell.com.
the Dell Technology Guide available on your hard drive or at support.dell.com/manuals
the Service Manual at support...
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... 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
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 changes to your computer or...
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...when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. For more detailed specifications, see the Comprehensive Specifications at support.dell.com/manuals.
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.
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