Dell Inspiron 5100 Bedienungsanleitung

www.dell.com | support.dell.comDell™ Inspiron™ 5100 and 5150Owner’s ManualModel PP07L and PP08L

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100 Adding and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.comBefore You Add or Replace Parts CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the s

Adding and Replacing Parts 101 NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty.3If you are replacing a memory module

102 Adding and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.com5 Replace the cover. NOTICE: If the memory module cover is difficult to close, remove the

Adding and Replacing Parts 103 3Continue to the appropriate section:• To add a modem, see the following section, "Adding a Modem."• To add a

104 Adding and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.com2 Connect the modem cable to the modem. NOTICE: The cable connectors are keyed for correc

Adding and Replacing Parts 105If you ordered a Mini PCI card with your computer, the card is already installed.1 If a Mini PCI card is not already ins

106 Adding and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.com2 Align the Mini PCI card with the connector at a 45-degree angle, and press the Mini PCI

Adding and Replacing Parts 107To replace the hard drive in the hard drive bay:1 Complete the instructions in "Before You Add or Replace Parts&quo

108 Adding and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.comReturning a Hard Drive to DellReturn your old hard drive to Dell in its original or compa

Adding and Replacing Parts 1093 Remove the screw labeled "O" next to the memory module cover.4 Press the lever next to the memory module con

CAUTION: Safety Instructions 11CAUTION: Safety InstructionsUse the following safety guidelines to help ensure your own personal safety and to help pro

110 Adding and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.com3 Lift the hinge cover up and away from the hinges and bottom case.4 Remove the four keyb

Adding and Replacing Parts 111 NOTICE: The keycaps on the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, and time-consuming to replace. Be careful when remov

112 Adding and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.com9 Insert the four securing tabs on the keyboard into their respective slots in the palm r

9SECTION 9Appendix SpecificationsUsing the System Setup ProgramSystem and Battery Performance OptimizationDell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)Con

114 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comSpecifications NOTE: Power management features limit the processor speed when the computer is running on ba

Appendix 115MemoryMemory module connector two user-accessible SODIMM socketsMemory module capacities 64, 128, 256, and 512 MBMemory type 2.5-V DDR SOD

116 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comVideoVideo type external ATI discrete graphic solution external Nvidia discrete graphic solutionHost interf

Appendix 117Width:14.1 inch (Inspiron 5100 only)15 inch287.1 mm (11.3 inches)305.7 mm (12 inches)Diagonal:14.1 inch (Inspiron 5100 only)15 inch359.16

118 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comKeyboardNumber of keys 85 (U.S. and Canada); 86 (Europe);90 (Japan)Key travel 2.7 mm ± 0.3 (0.11 inch ± 0.0

Appendix 119Temperature range:Operating 0° to 35°C(32° to 95°F)Storage –40° to 65°C (–40° to 149°F)AC AdapterInput voltage 100 to 240 VACInput current

12 CAUTION: Safety Instructionswww.dell.com | support.dell.com• To help avoid the potential hazard of electric shock, do not connect or disconnect any

120 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comWeight (with cables) 0.46 kg (1.0 lb) (90 W, Inspiron 5150; 90 W, Insprion 5100)0.75 kg (1.65 lb) (1 lb and

Appendix 121Using the System Setup ProgramOverview NOTE: Your operating system may automatically configure most of the options available in the system

122 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comViewing the System Setup Screens1 Turn on (or restart) your computer.2 When the DELL™ logo appears, press

Appendix 123During the boot routine, the computer starts at the top of the list and scans each enabled device for the operating system start-up files.

124 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comSystem and Battery Performance OptimizationSystem Performance OverviewSystem performance may be reduced und

Appendix 125Variable Speed FanThe computer uses a variable speed fan to prevent the computer from overheating. The fan runs constantly, and fan speed

126 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comDefinition of "Third-Party" Software and PeripheralsThird-party software and peripherals include

Appendix 127Australia (Sydney)International Access Code: 0011Country Code: 61City Code: 2E-mail (Australia): [email protected] (New Zeala

128 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comBolivia General Support toll-free: 800-10-0238BrazilInternational Access Code: 00Country Code: 55City Code:

Appendix 129China (Xiamen)Country Code: 86City Code: 592Tech Support website: support.ap.dell.com/chinaTech Support E-mail: [email protected] Su

CAUTION: Safety Instructions 13• Be sure that nothing rests on your AC adapter’s power cable and that the cable is not located where it can be tripped

130 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comDenmark (Copenhagen)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 45 Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail Supp

Appendix 131France (Paris) (Montpellier)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 33City Codes: (1) (4)Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail: support.

132 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comGreeceInternational Access Code: 00Country Code: 30Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail: support.euro.dell.

Appendix 133Ireland (Cherrywood)International Access Code: 16Country Code: 353City Code: 1Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail: dell_direct_support@de

134 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comJapan (Kawasaki)International Access Code: 001Country Code: 81City Code: 44Website: support.jp.dell.comTech

Appendix 135Latin America Customer Technical Support (Austin, Texas, U.S.A.)512 728-4093Customer Service (Austin, Texas, U.S.A.) 512 728-3619Fax (Tech

136 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comMexicoInternational Access Code: 00Country Code: 52Customer Technical Support 001-877-384-8979or 001-877-26

Appendix 137New ZealandInternational Access Code: 00Country Code: 64E-mail (New Zealand): [email protected] (Australia): au_tech_support@

138 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comPortugalInternational Access Code: 00Country Code: 351Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail: support.euro.de

Appendix 139Spain (Madrid)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 34City Code: 91Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail: support.euro.dell.com/es/es/

14 CAUTION: Safety Instructionswww.dell.com | support.dell.comAir Travel• Certain Federal Aviation Administration regulations and/or airline-specific

140 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comSwitzerland (Geneva)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 41City Code: 22Website: support.euro.dell.co

Appendix 141U.K. (Bracknell)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 44City Code: 1344Website: support.euro.dell.comCustomer Care website: support.e

142 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comU.S.A. (Austin, Texas)International Access Code: 011Country Code: 1Automated Order-Status Service toll-free

Appendix 143Regulatory NoticesElectromagnetic Interference (EMI) is any signal or emission, radiated in free space or conducted along power or signal

144 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comNOM Information (Mexico Only)The following information is provided on the device(s) described in this docum

145Limited Warranties and Return PolicyDell-branded hardware products purchased in the U.S. or Canada come with either a 90-day, 1-year, 2-year, 3-yea

146www.dell.com | support.dell.comWE DO NOT ACCEPT LIABILITY BEYOND THE REMEDIES PROVIDED FOR IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDEN

147When you contact us, we will issue a Return Material Authorization Number for you to include with your return. You must return the products to us i

148www.dell.com | support.dell.com• If you are a Government, Education, or Healthcare Customer, or an Individual Home Consumer who purchased through a

149• Problems that result from:– External causes such as accident, abuse, misuse, or problems with electrical power– Servicing not authorized by Dell–

When Using Your Computer 15When Using Your ComputerObserve the following safe-handling guidelines to prevent damage to your computer:• When setting up

150www.dell.com | support.dell.comWhat do I do if I need warranty service? Before the warranty expires, please call us at the relevant number listed i

151We will pay to ship the part to you if you use an address in Canada. Otherwise, we will ship the part freight collect. We will also include a prepa

152www.dell.com | support.dell.comTo return products, you must call Dell Customer Service at 1-800-847-4096 to receive a Credit Return Authorization N

153To qualify for refund or replacement, returned products must be in as-new condition, software products must be unopened, and all of the manuals, fl

154www.dell.com | support.dell.comDell Computer de Chile LtdaCoyancura 2283, Piso 3- Of.302,Providencia, Santiago - ChileDell Computer de Colombia Cor

155Intel® Warranty Statement for Pentium® and Celeron® Processors Only (U.S. and Canada Only) Intel’s Three Year Limited WarrantyLimited Warranty

156www.dell.com | support.dell.com Intel Pentium® and Celeron® Processors are backed by a three-year limited warranty. Please refer

Index 157IndexAAccessDirect buttondescription, 23system view, 23air ventsdescription, 25-26, 29system view, 25-26, 29audio connectorsdescription, 24sy

158 Index158 IndexHardware Troubleshooter, 92help fileaccessing, 80Iiconsadjusting the size, 32IEEE 1394 connectordescription, 28system view, 28Intern

Index 159description, 25system view, 25shutting down your computer, 40softwarefixing problems, 85reinstalling software, 89speakersdescription, 21syste

16 When Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.com• Clean the display with a soft, clean cloth and water. Apply the water to the cloth; then s

160 Index160 Index

When Using Your Computer 174 Ground yourself by touching any unpainted metal surface on the back of the computer.While you work, periodically touch th

18 When Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.com

1SECTION 1A Tour of Your Computer Front ViewLeft Side ViewRight Side ViewBack ViewBottom View

Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates

20 A Tour of Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comFront ViewDISPLAY LATCH — Keeps the display closed.DISPLAY — For more information about your

A Tour of Your Computer 21KEYBOARD STATUS LIGHTSThe green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following:KEYBOARD — The keyboard includes a

22 A Tour of Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comDEVICE STATUS LIGHTSIf the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the light operate

A Tour of Your Computer 23 NOTICE: To avoid losing data, turn off your computer by performing a Windows shutdown rather than by pressing the power but

24 A Tour of Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comAUDIO CONNECTORSCD OR DVD DRIVE — Accommodates a CD drive, DVD drive, CD-RW drive, a DVD+RW d

A Tour of Your Computer 25MODEM CONNECTORAIR VENTS — The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the compute

26 A Tour of Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comBack View NOTE: The connector for your AC adapter on your computer may look different than th

A Tour of Your Computer 27 NOTICE: Use only the AC adapter that came with your computer.The AC adapter converts AC power to the DC power required by

28 A Tour of Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comUSB CONNECTORSVIDEO CONNECTORIEEE 1394 CONNECTOR — Use to attach devices supporting IEEE 1394

A Tour of Your Computer 29Bottom ViewMODEM/MINI PCI CARD COVER — Covers the compartment that contains the modem and Mini PCI card. See page 102.BATTER

Contents 3ContentsCAUTION: Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

30 A Tour of Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comBATTERY LATCH RELEASE — Releases the battery. See page 44 for instructions.MEMORY MODULE COVE

2SECTION 2Setting Up Your Computer Adjusting Font and Icon SizesDell™ QuickSet FeaturesConnecting to the InternetModem and Internet Connection Problem

32 Setting Up Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comAdjusting Font and Icon SizesAdjusting Font Sizes1 Click the Start button and click Control

Setting Up Your Computer 33Double-Clicking the QuickSet IconDouble-click the icon to adjust power management settings using the Power Management Wiz

34 Setting Up Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comSetting Up Your Internet ConnectionTo set up an AOL or MSN connection:1 Save and close any o

Setting Up Your Computer 35Modem and Internet Connection Problems NOTICE: Connect the modem to an analog telephone wall jack only. Connecting the mode

36 Setting Up Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.com5 Click Properties, click the Diagnostics tab, and then click Query Modem to verify that the

Setting Up Your Computer 373 Under What do you want to do?, click Transfer files and settings.4 On the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard welcome scre

38 Setting Up Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comConnecting a USB Printer NOTE: You can connect USB devices while the computer is turned on.1

Setting Up Your Computer 393 Click Printers and Other Hardware.4 Click View installed printers or fax printers. If the printer model is listed, right-

4 ContentsDell™ QuickSet Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Clicking the QuickSet Icon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32D

40 Setting Up Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comUninterruptible Power Supplies NOTICE: Loss of power while data is being saved to the hard d

3SECTION 3Using a Battery Battery PerformanceChecking the Battery ChargeCharging the BatteryRemoving a BatteryInstalling a BatteryStoring a BatteryBat

42 Using a Batterywww.dell.com | support.dell.comBattery Performance NOTE: Batteries for portable computers are covered only during the initial one-ye

Using a Battery 43Checking the Battery ChargeThe Microsoft® Windows® power meter window and icon, the battery charge gauge, and the low-battery warn

44 Using a Batterywww.dell.com | support.dell.comThe battery is too hot to start charging if the light flashes alternately green and orange. Disconn

Using a Battery 45Installing a BatterySlide the battery into the battery bay until the latch clicks.Storing a BatteryRemove the battery when you store

46 Using a Batterywww.dell.com | support.dell.comRESEAT THE MEMORY MODULES — If the computer power light turns on but the display remains blank, resea

4SECTION 4Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Dell™ AccessDirect™ ButtonNumeric KeypadKeyboard ShortcutsTouch PadTouch Pad or Mouse ProblemsExternal Keyb

48 Using the Keyboard and Touch Padwww.dell.com | support.dell.comDell™ AccessDirect™ ButtonPress this button to launch a frequently used program, suc

Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 49The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on an external keyboard. Each key on the keypad has multiple f

Contents 5Storing a Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45Battery and Power Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

50 Using the Keyboard and Touch Padwww.dell.com | support.dell.comPower ManagementSpeaker FunctionsMicrosoft® Windows® Logo Key FunctionsActivates a p

Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 51To adjust keyboard operation, such as the character repeat rate, click the Start button→ Control Panel→ Printers an

52 Using the Keyboard and Touch Padwww.dell.com | support.dell.comCustomizing the Touch PadYou can use the Mouse Properties window to disable the touc

Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 53External Keyboard Problems NOTE: When you attach an external keyboard, the integrated keyboard remains fully functi

54 Using the Keyboard and Touch Padwww.dell.com | support.dell.com

5SECTION 5Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Using CDs and DVDsCD or DVD ProblemsSound and Speaker ProblemsConnecting a Television to the Computer

56 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimediawww.dell.com | support.dell.comUsing CDs and DVDsFor information about using CDs and DVDs in your computer, se

Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia 57CHANGE THE WRITE SPEED TO A SLOWER RATE — See the help files for your CD creation software.EXIT ALL OTHER OPEN

58 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimediawww.dell.com | support.dell.comConnecting a Television to the ComputerYour computer has an S-video TV-out conn

Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia 59Before you begin, ensure that you have the following cables:1 Turn off the computer and the television and/or

6 ContentsSound and Speaker Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57If you have a problem with integrated speakers. . . . . . . . . 57If

60 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimediawww.dell.com | support.dell.com5 Plug the two RCA connectors on the other end of the audio cable into the audi

Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia 61To connect the computer to a television that has a composite video input only, use a composite TV-out adapter

62 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimediawww.dell.com | support.dell.com3 Plug one end of the composite video cable into the composite video connector

Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia 634 Click the Display tab.5 Click the upper-left corner of the TV button to enable the television.6 To play a DV

64 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimediawww.dell.com | support.dell.com

6SECTION 6Setting Up a Home and Office Network Connecting to a Network AdapterNetwork Setup WizardNetwork ProblemsConnecting to Wireless Local Area Ne

66 Setting Up a Home and Office Networkwww.dell.com | support.dell.comConnecting to a Network AdapterBefore you connect your computer to a network, th

Setting Up a Home and Office Network 672 On the welcome screen, click Next.3 Click Checklist for creating a network. NOTE: Selecting the connection me

68 Setting Up a Home and Office Networkwww.dell.com | support.dell.comDetermining Your Network TypeWireless networks fall into two categories — infras

Setting Up a Home and Office Network 695 Select the Wireless Networks tab. NOTE: The names of wireless networks that your computer can see are listed

Contents 7If you have problems with a hard drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85PC Card Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85G

70 Setting Up a Home and Office Networkwww.dell.com | support.dell.com7 Enter the name of your network in the Network name (SSID) field.8 If you are c

Setting Up a Home and Office Network 71Finalizing Your Network Connection (Security Settings)To finalize your connection, you must change your wireles

72 Setting Up a Home and Office Networkwww.dell.com | support.dell.comConnecting to a Network With No Security-Related Requirements1 In the Preferred

Setting Up a Home and Office Network 734 From the Data encryption drop-down menu, select your data encryption type (as provided by the network adminis

74 Setting Up a Home and Office Networkwww.dell.com | support.dell.com3 From the Network Authentication drop-down menu, select Open.Earlier versions o

Setting Up a Home and Office Network 758 Enter this key again in the Confirm network key field. 9 Click OK.Your network setup is complete. NOTE: Your

76 Setting Up a Home and Office Networkwww.dell.com | support.dell.com

7SECTION 7Solving Problems Finding SolutionsAccessing HelpError MessagesVideo and Display ProblemsScanner ProblemsDrive ProblemsPC Card ProblemsGenera

78 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comFinding Solutions NOTE: If you have a problem with an external device, see the device documentation

Solving Problems 79See page 81.See page 57.See page 38See page 35.See page 83.See page 67.See page 53.See page 85.See page 35.See page 80.See page 36.

8 ContentsAdding a Mini PCI Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104Hard Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106R

80 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comAccessing HelpError MessagesIf the message is not listed, see the documentation for the operating sy

Solving Problems 81Video and Display ProblemsIf the display is blank NOTE: If you are using a program that requires a higher resolution than your comp

82 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comIf the display is difficult to readCHECK THE BATTERY — If you are using a battery to power your comp

Solving Problems 83If only part of the display is readableScanner ProblemsROTATE THE COMPUTER TO FACE A DIFFERENT DIRECTION —Eliminate sunlight glare,

84 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comDrive Problems NOTE: For information on saving files to a floppy disk, see the Tell Me How help file

Solving Problems 85If you have problems with a hard drivePC Card ProblemsGeneral Program Problems NOTE: Software usually includes installation instruc

86 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comA program crashesA program stops respondingError messages appearResolving Other Technical ProblemsSE

Solving Problems 87If Your Computer Gets Wet CAUTION: Perform this procedure only after you are certain that it is safe to do so. If the computer is

88 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.com15 Replace the battery.16 Turn on the computer and verify that it is working properly. NOTE: See &qu

Solving Problems 89Many drivers such as the keyboard driver come with your Microsoft® Windows® operating system. You may need to install drivers if:•

Contents 9"Total Satisfaction" Return Policy (Canada Only) . . . . . . . . 151Dell Software and Peripherals (Canada Only) . . . . . . . . .

90 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comTo use Device Driver Rollback:1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel.2 In the Control Pane

Solving Problems 914 Click Next. The CD automatically scans your hardware to detect drivers and utilities used by your computer.After the CD completes

92 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comResolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesWindows XP IRQ conflicts occur if a device either i

Solving Problems 93 NOTICE: Make regular backups of your data files. System Restore does not monitor your data files or recover them.Creating a Restor

94 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comUndoing the Last System Restore NOTICE: Before you undo the last system restore, save and close all

Solving Problems 95Reinstalling Windows XPTo reinstall Windows XP, perform the steps in the following sections in the order in which they are listed.T

96 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.com3 If your computer already has Windows XP installed and you want to recover your current Windows XP

Solving Problems 977 If you are reinstalling Windows XP Professional, you may be prompted to provide further network information regarding your networ

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8SECTION 8Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Add or Replace PartsMemoryModem and Mini PCI CardHard DriveCD or DVD DriveKeyboard