Dell Inspiron 3700 Troubleshooting Guide

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NOTES: If you ordered a second hard-disk drive from Dell, refer to the documentation 
that accompanied the drive(s) for instructions on installing it in the media bay.
You will need the Microsoft Windows installation CD and the System Software CD to 
install software on the new hard-disk drive.
The computer’s basic input/output system (BIOS) may not...

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1. Save and close any open files, exit any open application programs, and shut down 
the computer.
Wait for the computer’s power indicator to turn off before continuing this 
procedure.
2. If the computer is docked, undock it. 
For instructions, see your Advanced Port Replicator User’s Guide
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3. Remove any batteries installed in the battery bay or media bay.
4. If necessar y, remove the hard-disk drive currently installed in the...

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Gently push the hard-disk drive in its drive carrier into the drive bay until the     
carrier door is flush with the computer case. Replace the screws you removed   
in step 4.
7. Turn on the computer.
8. Partition and format the drive...

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Memor y modules for your computer are available in 32-, 64-, 128-, 192-, and 256-MB 
sizes.
NOTE: Your computer has two memory module sockets, labeled “DIMM A” and 
“DIMM B.” You can install all sizes of memory modules you purchase from Dell (but 
which...

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6. If you are replacing a memor y module, remove the old one.
Carefully spread apart the inner tabs of the memor y module socket just far 
enough for the memory module to disengage from the socket (it should pop up 
slightly). Then lift the memory module away from the socket (see Figure 2-9).

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7. Ground yourself, and unpack the memor y module from the memor y upgrade kit. 
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9. Replace the memory module cover:
a. Set the memor y module cover loosely over the opening, making sure that 
the tabs on the bottom of the cover catch in the slots on either side of the 
opening. 
b. Slide the cover into place and press down on it until you hear it click.

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If you purchased a port replicator from Dell, see the documentation that came with 
the port replicator for instructions on its use.


	
	
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You can connect a variety of external devices to your computer. For instructions, refer 
to the section titled “Connecting External Devices” in the system Help. To open the 
Help, click the 
Start button, point to 
Programs—> 
Dell Documents, and click 
Dell 
Inspiron 3700 System Help. 

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This chapter guides you through some initial checks and procedures that can solve 
basic computer problems. It also provides detailed troubleshooting information and 
procedures to solve more complex problems. Complete the checks in this chapter 
before you call Dell for technical assistance; even if these checks do not provide an 
immediate solution, they can help technicians help you diagnose and fix the problem. 
NOTE: When you...

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If you were trying to install new hardware, double-check configuration settings 
and available system resources. Refer to the documentation that accompanied 
the hardware device for more information. Also make sure you changed the 
appropriate settings in the System Setup program for the system’s new hardware 
configuration (refer to Appendix B, “Using the System Setup Program”).
If you need technical assistance, contact the product...