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Service Manual - Page 6
...if purchased separately-installed by performing the removal procedure in the reverse order.
Recommended Tools
The procedures in this document may require the following tools: l Small flat-blade screwdriver l Phillips screwdriver l Plastic scribe l BIOS upgrade CD or the BIOS executable update program available on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com
Turning Off Your Computer
CAUTION: To...
Service Manual - Page 8
...Page
Flashing the BIOS
Dell™ Inspiron™ 1011 Service Manual Flashing the BIOS From a CD Flashing the BIOS From the Hard Drive Flashing the BIOS in Ubuntu
If a BIOS-update program CD is provided with the new system board, flash the BIOS from the CD. If you do not have a BIOS-update program CD, flash the BIOS from the hard drive.
NOTE: Your computer does not have an internal optical drive...
Service Manual - Page 9
... a new folder and name it BIOS.
5. Locate the latest BIOS update file for your computer at support.dell.com.
6. Click Download Now to download the file.
7. If the Export Compliance Disclaimer window appears, click Yes, I Accept this Agreement. The File Download window appears.
8. Click Save this program to disk and then click OK. The Save In window appears.
9. Click the down arrow to...
Service Manual - Page 20
... system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the computer. 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...
Service Manual - Page 21
... the hard drive assembly to the computer base. 6. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Keyboard). 7. Replace the battery (see Replacing the Battery). 8. Install the operating system for your computer, as needed. See "Restoring Your Operating System" in the Setup Guide or "Restoring Your Ubuntu
System" in the Ubuntu Quick Start Guide. 9. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as...
Service Manual - Page 25
... Board.
4. Replace the battery (see Replacing the Battery), or connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical outlet.
5. Turn on the computer. As the computer boots, it detects the memory module and automatically updates the system configuration information. To confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer:
Windows® XP: Right-click the My Computer icon on your desktop...
Setup Guide - Page 28
...Guide on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com.
Productivity and Communication
You can use your computer to create presentations, brochures, greeting cards, fliers, and spreadsheets depending on the applications installed in your computer. Check your purchase order for software installed on your computer.
After connecting to the Internet, you can access websites, setup...
Setup Guide - Page 34
.... If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program.
NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on the disc (CD or DVD).
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.
If the computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears -
CAUTION...
Setup Guide - Page 35
... requirements needed to run the software. See the software documentation for information.
--Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly.
Solving Problems
--Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program.
--If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program, Dell Support Center.
--Write down any error message that is displayed to help in troubleshooting when...
Setup Guide - Page 36
...; Self Help (Troubleshooting, Security, System Performance, 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 PCCheckUp)
• About Your System...
Setup Guide - Page 39
... with your computer.
To review your computer's configuration information, and ensure that the device that you want to test displays in the system setup program and is active. See the System Setup section in the Dell Technology Guide.
Start the Dell Diagnostics from your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities disc.
Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive
The Dell Diagnostics is...
Setup Guide - Page 42
... not resolve your operating system problem.
System Restore
The Windows operating systems 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 hardware, software, or other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state. Any changes that System...
Setup Guide - Page 44
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Using Dell™ PC Restore
CAUTION: Using Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer. If... computer. Any programs or files added since you received your computer-including data files-are permanently deleted from the hard drive.
Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital ...
Setup Guide - Page 46
..., the primary hard drive is the first drive detected by the computer.
To reinstall Windows, you need the following items:
• Dell Operating System disc
• Dell Drivers and Utilities disc
NOTE: The Dell 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...
Setup Guide - Page 47
... software.
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.
1. Save and close any open files and exit any open programs.
2. Insert the Operating System disc.
3. Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears.
4. Restart the computer.
Restoring Your Operating System
5. When the DELL...
Setup Guide - Page 54
...;, networking, and e-mail. upgrade your computer with new or additional memory, or 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 on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com.
the Dell Technology Guide installed on your hard drive.
the Service Manual on...
Setup Guide - Page 55
... 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...
Setup Guide - Page 56
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Specifications
System model Inspiron 1011
This section 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.
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Processor
Type
Intel®...
Ubuntu® Quick Reference Guide - Page 21
Applications in Ubuntu
Ubuntu comes with a wide variety of pre-installed applications. Some of the most frequently used applications include the following:
NOTE: To view DVD movies, the portable Dell CD/DVD Player and Power DVD software are required.
Getting Started With Ubuntu
Adding and Removing Applications
1. Click → Applications→ Add/Remove.
2. To add an...
Ubuntu® Quick Reference Guide - Page 22
... supports a wide range of peripheral devices and lets you connect to them easily.
USB Drives
1. Connect storage devices like USB hard drives or pen drives to an available USB port on the computer.
2. The drivers are automatically installed and the File Browser window appears.
3. You can now transfer files between your computer and the storage device.
Digital Cameras
1. Connect your digital camera...