Prepare the New Computer for the File Transfer
1 Start the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard. 2 When the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard welcome screen appears, click Next. 3 On the Which computer is this? screen, click New Computer and click Next. 4 On the Do you have a Windows XP CD? screen, click I will use the wizard from the Windows XP CD and click Next. 5 When the Now go to your old computer screen appears, go to your old or source computer. Do not click Next at this time.
Copy Data From the Old Computer
1 On the old computer, insert the Windows XP Operating System CD. 2 On the Welcome to Microsoft Windows XP screen, click Perform additional tasks. 3 Under What do you want to do?, click Transfer files and settings. 4 On the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard welcome screen, click Next. 5 On the Which computer is this? screen, click Old Computer and click Next. 6 On the Select a transfer method screen, click the transfer method you prefer. 7 On the What do you want to transfer? screen, select the items you want to transfer and click Next. After the information has been copied, the Completing the Collection Phase screen appears. 8 Click Finish.
Transfer Data to the New Computer
1 On the Now go to your old computer screen on the new computer, click Next. 2 On the Where are the files and settings? screen, select the method you chose for transferring your settings and files and click Next. The wizard reads the collected files and settings and applies them to your new computer. When all of the settings and files have been applied, the Finished screen appears. 3 Click Finish and restart the new computer.
Running the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard Without the Operating System CD
To run the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard without the optional Operating System CD, you must create a wizard disk that lets you create a backup of your data files. Create the wizard disk on removable media so that you can move it from your new computer to your old computer.

Create a Wizard Disk

1 Click the Start button and point to All Programs Accessories System Tools Files and Settings Transfer Wizard. 2 When the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard welcome screen appears, click Next. 3 On the Which computer is this? screen, click New Computer and click Next. 4 On the Do you have a Windows XP CD? screen, click I want to create a Wizard Disk in the following drive: and click Next. 5 Insert the removable media, such as a writable CD, and click OK. 6 When the disk creation completes and the Now go to your old computer message appears, do not click Next. 7 Go to the old computer.

light indicates that the keypad is active.

Key Combinations

System Functions
<Ctrl><Shift><Esc> Opens the Task Manager window.

Battery

<Fn><F3> Displays the Dell QuickSet Battery Meter

CD or DVD Tray

<Fn><F10> Ejects the tray out of the drive (if Dell QuickSet is installed).

Display Functions

<Fn><F8> Displays icons representing all currently available display options (for example, display only, external monitor or projector only, both display and projector, and so on). Highlight the desired icon to switch the display to that option.
<Fn> and up-arrow key Increases brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external monitor). <Fn> and down-arrow key Decreases brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external monitor).

Power Management

<Fn><Esc> Activates a power management mode. You can reprogram this keyboard shortcut to activate a different power management mode using the Advanced tab in the Power Options Properties window. Puts the system into hibernate mode. Dell QuickSet is required.

<Fn><F1>

Speaker Functions
<Fn><Page Up> <Fn><Page Dn> <Fn><End> Increases the volume of the integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached. Decreases the volume of the integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached. Enables and disables the integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached.
Microsoft Windows Logo Key Functions
Windows logo key and <m> Windows logo key and <Shift><m> Minimizes all open windows. Restores all minimized windows. This command functions as a toggle to restore (maximize) all windows previously minimized with the use of the Windows logo key and <m> key combination.
Windows logo key and <e> Runs Windows Explorer. Windows logo key and <r> Opens the Run dialog box. Windows logo key and <f> Opens the Search Results dialog box. Windows logo key and <Ctrl><f> Windows logo key and <Pause> Opens the Search Results-Computer dialog box (if the computer is connected to a network). Opens the System Properties dialog box.
Adjusting Keyboard Settings
To adjust keyboard operation, such as the character repeat rate, open the Control Panel and click Keyboard. For information about the Control Panel, see the Windows Help and Support Center. To access the Help and Support Center, see "Windows Help and Support Center" on page 13.

R U N T H E M O D E M H E L P E R D I A G N O S T I C S Click the Start button, point to Programs and then click Modem
Helper. Follow the instructions on the screen to identify and resolve modem problems. (Modem Helper is not available on certain computers.)
VE R I F Y T H A T T H E M O D E M I S C O M M U N I C A T I N G W I T H W I N D O W S
1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click Phone and Modem Options. 4 Click the Modems tab. 5 Click the COM port for your modem. 6 Click Properties, click the Diagnostics tab, and then click Query Modem to verify that the modem is communicating with Windows. If all commands receive responses, the modem is operating properly.
E N S U R E T H A T Y O U A R E C O N N E C T E D T O T H E I N T E R N E T Ensure that you have subscribed to an Internet provider. With the Outlook Express e-mail program open, click File. If Work Offline has a checkmark next to it, click the checkmark to remove it and connect to the Internet. For help, contact your Internet service provider. S C A N T H E C O M P U T E R F O R S P Y W A R E If you are experiencing slow computer performance, you frequently receive pop-up advertisements, or you are having problems connecting to the Internet, your computer might be infected with spyware. Use an anti-virus program that includes anti-spyware protection (your program may require an upgrade) to scan the computer and remove spyware. For more information, go to support.dell.com and search for the keyword spyware.

Error Messages

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. If the message is not listed, see the documentation for the operating system or the program that was running when the message appeared.
A U X I L I A R Y D E V I C E F A I L U R E The touch pad, track stick, or external mouse may be faulty. For an external mouse, check the cable connection. Enable the Pointing Device option in the system setup program (see "Using the System Setup Program" on page 139). If the problem persists, contact Dell. See "Contacting Dell" on page 109. B A D C O M M A N D O R F I L E N A M E Ensure that you have spelled the command correctly, put spaces in the proper place, and used the correct pathname. C A C H E D I S A B L E D D U E T O F A I L U R E The primary cache internal to the microprocessor has failed. Contact Dell. See "Contacting Dell" on page 109. C D D R I V E C O N T R O L L E R F A I L U R E The CD drive does not respond to commands from the computer. See
"Drive Problems" on page 64.
D A T A E R R O R The hard drive cannot read the data. See "Drive Problems" on page 64. D E C R E A S I N G A V A I L A B L E M E M O R Y One or more memory modules may be faulty or improperly seated. Reinstall the memory modules and, if necessary, replace them. See "Memory" on page 92. D I S K C : F A I L E D I N I T I A L I Z A T I O N The hard drive failed initialization. Run the hard drive tests in the Dell

R U N T H E K E Y B O A R D D I A G N O S T I C S T E S T S Run the PC-AT Compatible Keyboards tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see page 61). If the tests indicate a defective external keyboard, contact Dell. See "Contacting Dell" on page 109.

Unexpected characters

D I S A B L E T H E N U M E R I C K E Y P A D Press <Num Lk> to disable the numeric keypad if numbers are displayed instead of letters. Verify that the numbers lock light is not lit.
Lockups and Software Problems
The computer does not start up
ENSURE THAT THE AC ADAPTER IS FIRMLY CONNECTED TO THE COMPUTER AND TO THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET
The computer stops responding
NOTICE: You might lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown.
TU R N T H E C O M P U T E R O F F If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. Then restart your computer.
A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly

END THE PROGRAM

1 Press <Crtl><Shift><Esc> simultaneously. 2 Click the Applications tab and select the program that is no longer responding. 3 Click End Task. NOTE: The chkdsk program may run when you restart the computer. Follow the instructions on the screen.
C H E C K T H E S O F T W A R E D O C U M E N T A T I O N If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on a floppy disk or CD.
A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft Windows operating system
R U N T H E P R O G R A M C O M P A T I B I L I T Y W I Z A R D The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so it runs in an environment similar to non-Windows XP operating system environments.
1 Click the Start button, point to Programs Accessories, and then click Program Compatibility Wizard. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on the screen.

R E I N S T A L L T H E S C A N N E R D R I V E R See the scanner documentation for instructions.
Sound and Speaker Problems
No sound from integrated speakers
A D J U S T T H E W I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L Double-click the speaker icon in the lower-right corner of your screen. Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the sound is not muted. Adjust the volume, bass, or treble controls to eliminate distortion. A D J U S T T H E V O L U M E U S I N G K E Y B O A R D S H O R T C U T S Press <Fn><End> to disable (mute) or reenable the

integrated speakers.

R E I N S T A L L T H E S O U N D ( A U D I O ) D R I V E R See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 80.
No sound from external speakers
E N S U R E T H A T T H E S U B W O O F E R A N D T H E S P E A K E R S A R E T U R N E D O N See the setup diagram supplied with the speakers. If your speakers have volume controls, adjust the volume, bass, or treble to eliminate distortion.
A D J U S T T H E W I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L Click or double-click the speaker icon in the lower-right corner of your screen. Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the sound is not muted. D I S C O N N E C T H E A D P H O N E S F R O M T H E H E A D P H O N E C O N N E C T O R Sound from the speakers is automatically disabled when headphones are connected to the computers front-panel headphone connector. TE S T T H E E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another
E L I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I N T E R F E R E N C E Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, or halogen lamps to check

for interference.

R E I N S T A L L T H E A U D I O D R I V E R See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 80. R U N T H E D E L L D I A G N O S T I C S See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 61.
NOTE: The volume control in some MP3 players overrides the Windows volume setting. If you have been listening to MP3 songs, ensure that you did not turn the player volume down or off.

No sound from headphones

C H E C K T H E H E A D P H O N E C A B L E C O N N E C T I O N Ensure that the headphone cable is securely inserted into
the headphone connector (see page 22).
A D J U S T T H E W I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L Click or double-click the speaker icon in the lower-right corner of your screen. Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the sound is not muted.
Touch Pad or Mouse Problems
CHECK THE TOUCH PAD SETTINGS
1 Click the Start button, click Control Panel, and then click Printers and Other Hardware. 2 Click Mouse. 3 Try adjusting the settings.
C H E C K T H E M O U S E C A B L E Shut down the computer. Disconnect the mouse cable, check it for damage, and firmly reconnect the cable.
If you are using a mouse extension cable, disconnect it and connect the mouse directly to the computer.
TO V E R I F Y T H A T T H E P R O B L E M I S W I T H T H E M O U S E , C H E C K T H E T O U C H P A D
1 Shut down the computer. 2 Disconnect the mouse. 3 Turn on the computer. 4 At the Windows desktop, use the touch pad to move the cursor around, select an icon, and open it. If the touch pad operates correctly, the mouse may be defective.
R E I N S T A L L T H E T O U C H P A D D R I V E R See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 80.
Video and Display Problems

If the display is blank

NOTE: If you are using a program that requires a higher resolution than your computer supports, it is recommended that you attach an external monitor to your computer.
C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y If you are using a battery to power your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet using the AC adapter, and turn on the computer. TE S T T H E E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another
C H E C K T H E A C A D A P T E R Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the AC adapter has a light, ensure

that the light is on.

C O N N E C T T H E C O M P U T E R D I R E C T L Y T O A N E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to verify that the computer turns on. A D J U S T T H E P O W E R P R O P E R T I E S Search for the keyword standby in the Windows Help and Support Center. To access the Help and Support Center, see "Windows Help and Support Center" on page 13. S W I T C H T H E V I D E O I M A G E If your computer is attached to an external monitor, press <Fn><F8> to switch the video image to the display.

If the display is difficult to read
A D J U S T T H E B R I G H T N E S S Press <Fn> and the up- or down-arrow key. M O V E T H E E X T E R N A L S U B W O O F E R A W A Y F R O M T H E C O M P U T E R O R M O N I T O R If your external speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the subwoofer is at least 60 cm (2 ft) away from the computer or external monitor. E L I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I N T E R F E R E N C E Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other
R O T A T E T H E C O M P U T E R T O F A C E A D I F F E R E N T D I R E C T I O N Eliminate sunlight glare, which can cause poor

picture quality.

ADJUST THE WINDOWS DISPLAY SETTINGS
1 Click the Start button and then click Control Panel. 2 Click Appearance and Themes. 3 Click the area you want to change or click the Display icon. Try different settings for Color quality and Screen resolution.
If only part of the display is readable
CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR
1 Shut down your computer and connect an external monitor to the computer. 2 Turn on the computer and the monitor, and adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls. If the external monitor works, the computer display or video controller may be defective. Contact Dell. See "Contacting Dell" on page 109.

Drivers

What Is a Driver?
A driver is a program that controls a device such as a printer, mouse, or keyboard. All devices require a driver program. A driver acts like a translator between the device and any other programs that use the device. Each device has its own set of specialized commands that only its driver recognizes. Dell ships your computer to you with required drivers already installedno further installation or configuration is needed. NOTICE: The Drivers and Utilities CD may contain drivers for operating systems that are not on your computer. Ensure that you are installing software appropriate for your operating system. Many drivers, such as the keyboard driver, come with your Microsoft Windows operating system. You may need to install drivers if you: Upgrade your operating system. Reinstall your operating system. Connect or install a new device.

Identifying Drivers

Manually Reinstalling Drivers
1 After extracting the driver files to your hard drive as described in the previous section, click the Start button and right-click My Computer. 2 Click Properties. 3 Click the Hardware tab and click Device Manager. 4 Double-click the type of device for which you are installing the driver (for example, Modems or Infrared devices). 5 Double-click the name of the device for which you are installing the driver. 6 Click the Driver tab and click Update Driver. 7 Click Install from a list or specific location (Advanced) and click Next. 8 Click Browse and browse to the location to which you previously copied the driver files. 9 When the name of the appropriate driver appears, click Next. 10 Click Finish and restart your computer.
Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities
If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly configured, you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve the incompatibility. To start the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Type hardware troubleshooter in the Search field and click the arrow to start the search.
3 Click Hardware Troubleshooter in the Search Results list. 4 In the Hardware Troubleshooter list, click I need to resolve a hardware conflict on my computer, and click Next.
Restoring Your Operating System
You can restore your operating system in the following ways: Microsoft Windows XP System Restore returns your computer to an earlier operating state without affecting data files. Use System Restore as the first solution for restoring your operating system and preserving data files. For instructions, see "Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore" on page 82. Dell PC Restore by Symantec restores your hard drive to the operating state it was in when you purchased the computer. Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any applications installed after you received the computer. Use PC Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. For instructions, see "Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec" on page 84. If you received an Operating System CD with your computer, you can use it to restore your operating system. However, using the Operating System CD also deletes all data on the hard drive. Use the CD only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. For instructions, see "Using the Operating System CD" on page 85.
Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore
The Microsoft Windows XP operating system provides System Restore to allow 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. See the Windows Help and Support Center for additional information on using System Restore. To access help, see "Windows Help and Support Center" on page 13. NOTICE: Make regular backups of your data files. System Restore does not monitor your data files or recover

NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD contains drivers that were installed during assembly of the computer. Use the Drivers and Utilities CD to load any required drivers. Depending on the region from where you ordered your computer, or whether you requested the CDs, the Drivers and Utilities CD and Operating System CD may not ship with your computer.

Reinstalling Windows XP

The reinstallation process can take 1 to 2 hours to complete. After you reinstall the operating system, you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other software. NOTICE: The Operating System CD provides options for reinstalling Windows XP. The options can overwrite files and possibly affect programs installed on your hard drive. Therefore, do not reinstall Windows XP unless a Dell technical support representative instructs you to do so. NOTICE: To prevent conflicts with Windows XP, disable any virus protection software installed on your computer before you reinstall Windows XP. See the documentation that came with the software for instructions. 1 Save and close any open files and exit any open programs. 2 Insert the Operating System CD. Click Exit if the Install Windows XP message appears. 3 Restart the computer. 4 Press <F12> immediately after the DELL logo appears. If the operating system logo appears, wait until you see the Windows desktop, and then shut down the computer and try again. 5 Press the arrow keys to select CD-ROM, and press <Enter>. 6 When the Press any key to boot from CD message appears, press any key. 7 When the Windows XP Setup screen appears, press <Enter>. 8 Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the reinstallation. 9 When the operating system reinstallation completes, reinstall drivers and application programs as necessary. See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 80.
Adding and Replacing Parts
This chapter provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your computer. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that the following conditions exist: You have performed the steps in "Turning Off Your Computer" (see this page) and "Before Working Inside Your Computer" (see page 88). You have read the safety information in your Dell Product Information Guide. A component can be replacedor if purchased separatelyinstalled by performing the removal procedure in reverse order.

Recommended Tools

The procedures in this document may require the following tools: Small flat-blade screwdriver Phillips screwdriver Small plastic scribe Flash BIOS update (see the Dell Support website at support.dell.com)
Turning Off Your Computer
NOTICE: To avoid losing data, save and close any open files and exit any open programs before you turn off your computer. 1 Shut down the operating system:

toll-free: 1-800-456-3355 toll-free: 1-800-695-8133 toll-free: 1-800-289-3355 or toll-free: 1-800-879-3355 toll-free: 1-888-798-7561 toll-free: 1-800-671-3355 toll-free: 1-800-357-3355 toll-free: 1-800-247-4618 toll-free: 1-800-727-8320 toll-free: 1-877-DELLTTY (1-877-335-5889)
Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code U.S. Virgin Islands Venezuela
E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support Website: www.dell.com/ve E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support toll-free: 0800-100-2513 toll-free: 1-877-702-4360

Specifications

Processor Processor type L1 cache L2 cache External bus frequency (front side bus) System Information System chip set Data bus width DRAM bus width Processor address bus width Flash EPROM Graphics bus PCI bus ExpressCard ExpressCard controller ExpressCard connector Cards supported ExpressCard connector size ATI SB600 one ExpressCard slot (54 mm) ExpressCard/54 (54 mm) 1.5 V and 3.3 V 26 pins ATI RS485M / SBbits dual-channel (2) 64-bit buses 40 bits 1 MB Internal 32 bits AMD Turion or Sempron 128 KB 256 KB, 512 KB, 1,024 KB 533 MHz
3-in-1 Media Memory Card Reader 3-in-1 media memory card controller Ricoh R5C832 3-in-1 media memory card connector 3-in-1 combo card connector Cards supported SD/SDIO/MMC
3-in-1 media memory card connector 30.55 mm x 28.9 mm x 4.55 mm size Memory Memory module connector Memory module capacities Memory type Minimum memory Maximum memory Ports and Connectors Audio Mini-Card Modem Network adapter USB Video microphone connector, stereo headphone/speakers connector one Type IIIA Mini-Card slot RJ-11 port RJ-45 port four 4-pin USB 2.0-compliant connectors 15-hole connector two SODIMM connectors 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB 1.8-V SODIMM DDR-MB 2 GB
Communications Modem: Type Controller Interface Network adapter Wireless Video v.92 MDC HD softmodem Azalia Interface MDC 10/100 Ethernet LAN on system board internal PCI-e Mini-Card WLAN
NOTE: Optional video controller upgrades are available for your computer subject to availability at the time of purchase. To determine the configuration of your computer, see "Determining Your Computers Configuration" on page 15.
Video type: Video controller Video memory integrated on system board ATI R485M up to 128 MB of shared memory (with 256 MB of system memory) or 224 MB of shared memory (with 512 MB of system memory) LVDS
LCD interface Audio Audio type Audio controller Stereo conversion Interfaces: Internal External Speaker Internal speaker amplifier Volume controls
two-channel high-definition audio codec Sigmatel STAC9200 Codec 24-bit (analog-to-digital and digital-toanalog)
Azalia High Definition Audio microphone-in connector, stereo headphones/speakers connector two 8-ohm speakers 1-W channel into 8 ohms keyboard shortcuts, program menus
Display Type (active-matrix TFT) Display area (15.4-inch): Height Width Diagonal Display area (14.1-inch): Height Width Diagonal Maximum resolution Refresh rate Operating angle Viewing angles: Horizontal Vertical Pixel pitch: 15.4-inch 14.1-inch Controls 0.259 mm 0.237 mm brightness can be controlled through keyboard shortcuts (see page 36) 40 minimum +10/30 minimum 189.6 mm (7.5 inches) 303.3 mm (11.9 inches) 357.7 mm (14.1 inches) 1280 x 800 at 262,144 colors 60 Hz 0 (closed) to mm (8.2 inches) 331.2 mm (13.0 inches) 391.2 mm (15.4 inches) 14.1-inch WXGA and 15.4-inch WXGA

with the compressed-air product. Never touch the lens in the drive.
If you notice problems, such as skipping, with the playback quality of your CDs or DVDs, try cleaning the discs. 1 Hold the disc by its outer edge. You can also touch the inside edge of the center hole. NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the surface, do not wipe in a circular motion around the disc. 2 With a soft, lint-free cloth, gently wipe the bottom of the disc (the unlabeled side) in a straight line from the center to the outer edge of the disc. For stubborn dirt, try using water or a diluted solution of water and mild soap. You can also purchase commercial products that clean discs and provide some protection from dust, fingerprints, and scratches. Cleaning products for CDs are also safe to use on DVDs.
Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)
Technician-assisted technical support requires the cooperation and participation of the customer in the troubleshooting process and provides for restoration of the operating system, software programs, and hardware drivers to the original default configuration as shipped from Dell, as well as the verification of appropriate functionality of the computer and all Dell-installed hardware. In addition to this technicianassisted technical support, online technical support is available at support.dell.com. Additional technical support options may be available for purchase. Dell provides limited technical support for the computer and any "Dell-installed" software and peripherals1. Support for third-party software and peripherals is provided by the original manufacturer, including those purchased and/or installed through Dell Software and Peripherals, Readyware, and Custom Factory Integration2.
Repair services are provided pursuant to the terms and conditions of your limited warranty and any optional support service contract purchased with the computer. All Dell-standard components included in a Custom Factory Integration (CFI) project are covered by the standard Dell limited warranty for your computer. However, Dell also extends a parts replacement program to cover all nonstandard, thirdparty hardware components integrated through CFI for the duration of the computers service contract.

wizards Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 26 Program Compatibility Wizard, 72 WLAN, 53 installing Mini-Card, 99
warranty information, 11 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 80 Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 26 Hardware Troubleshooter, 81 Help and Support Center, 13 hibernate mode, 42 Program Compatibility Wizard, 72 reinstalling, 14, 82 standby mode, 41 System Restore, 82

ENVIRONMENTAL DATA SHEET PRODUCT: Inspiron 1501 SYSTEM DIMENSION AND WEIGHT
Depth, cm 35.7 Width, cm 26.5 Height, cm 4.3 Weight, kg 2.85 depending on options installed

Dell Inc. www.dell.com

DECLARATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
This system received the following approvals and may be labeled with one or more of these marks depending on point of purchase: Approvals Certificate # Yes / No / N/A N/A Yes USA: Energy Star capable N/A Yes USA: FEMP Executive Order 1322 BG04-0176-2006 Yes China: China Energy Certification Program (CECP)
Through internal design controls and supply chain declarations, this system has been verified to comply with the EU RoHS 2 Directive.One or more components in this system may be available as factory installed options that do not meet EU RoHS requirements. For details, please see www.dell.com/rohsinfo.
PERFORMANCE DATA System Configuration
The Energy Consumption and Declared Noise Emissions data is based on a configuration including one AMD Turions 1.8GHz processor, two 1GB DIMMs memory, 40GB hard drive.

Energy Consumption3

Service Level Maximum* Idle Standby: ACPI-S3 Hibernate: ACPI-S4 Off External Power Supply Energy Consumption (Wattage) 49.62 13.95 3.11 0.91 0.91 0.61 Description of Service Level
The data provided is the highest wattage reading while running the complete 3DMark 2003 Pro (Benchmark) suite of tests. As specified by the EPA Computer spec 4.0 or system is sitting at the main Windows screen. Suspend-to-RAM (low power mode) Suspend-to-Disk (a lower power mode) The system is turned off with the Low power Mode feature disabled via the BIOS AC adapter is connected to mains with system detached otherwise known as No-load condition
Energy consumption is tested at 230 Volts / 50 Hz. When applicable, Dell product information related to US Executive Order 13221 may be obtained at: http://oahu.lbl.gov/index.html.
*Maximum Energy Consumption results are based solely upon the laboratory testing of the System Configuration listed above.
Options from Dell Custom Factory Integration (CFI), Software and Peripherals (S&P) and Customer Kits may not be RoHS compliant. EU Directive on the Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment (2002/95/EC) dated January 27, This document is for informational purposes only and reflects laboratory performance. Your product may perform differently, depending on the software, components and peripherals you ordered. Accordingly, the customer should not rely upon this information in making decisions about electrical tolerances or otherwise. No warranty as to accuracy or completeness is expressed or implied. The information in this document may change without notice; please note the revision number on the last page.
Environmental Data Sheet Page 1
Declared Noise Emissions in accordance with ISO 9296
Service Level Floppy Drive Accessing CD Drive Accessing Hard Drive Accessing Idle Sound Power (LWAd, bels) (1 bel=10 decibels, re 10-12

Watts)

Sound Pressure Operator Position (LpAm, decibels) (re 2x10-5 Pa) N/A

5.0 3.2 3.2

46.9 29.1 28.7
PRODUCT MATERIALS INFORMATION4 Restricted Substances
This Dell product does NOT contain any of the following substances (in concentrations exceeding legal threshold limits) Asbestos Azo dyes/colorants in components that come into direct contact with human skin Cadmium and its compounds (except for use in applications exempted by the EU RoHS Directive) Class I and Class II CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons) and HCFCs (hydrofluorocarbons) Chloroparaffins, short chained (10-13 carbon chain) Chromium VI and its compounds (except for use in applications exempted by the EU RoHS Directive) Halogenated dioxins or furans (i.e. polychlorinated dibenzodioxines, polychlorinated dibenzofurans) Lead and its compounds (except for use in applications exempted by the EU RoHS Directive) Mercury (except for use in applications exempted by the EU RoHS Directive) Nickel and its compounds in components that are likely to result in prolonged skin exposure PCBs (polychlorobiphenyls) or PCTs (polychloroterphenyls) PBBs (polybromobiphenyls) or PBDEs (polybrominated diphenylethers) PVC (polyvinyl chloride) in plastic parts greater than 25 grams Polychlorinated naphthalenes (PCNs) Tributyl tin (TBT) and triphenyl tin (TPT) compounds
Per the Joint Industry Guideline (JIG) on Material Declaration, the following substances may be found in the product:
Substance Antimony and its compounds Arsenic and its compounds Beryllium and its compounds Bismuth and its compounds Certain Phthalates Selenium and its compounds Threshold Limit (ppm) Examples of Use pigment, paint, catalyst, lead free solder, stabilizer, n-type dopant, flame retardant, catalyst. pigment, paint, dye, antifoamer for glass, III-V group semiconductor substrate (GaAs), flame retardant. ceramics, metal alloy, copper-beryllium alloy, catalyst, precipitation hardening alloy, copper-beryllium alloy for spring, solder. lead free solder, solder. plasticizer, dye, pigment, paint, ink, adhesive, lubricant. photoreceptor, pigment, ink, catalyst, oxidizer, (semiconductor material, light receiving element, photocell

4 Waste Handling. Local regulations should be observed when disposing of this product due to the presence of the materials and substances as listed above.
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Additional Materials Information
The cables may use PVC as an insulating material to ensure product safety The case material is > PC+ABS < Product may contain post-industrial recycled content (plastics, metal, glass) This product does contain one or more mercury bulbs in LCD backlight
Flame Retardants Used in Mechanical Plastic Parts > 25 grams, Keycaps, and Motherboards Part Flame Retardant ISO 1043-4
Motherboard Mechanical Plastic Parts > 25 grams: PC+ABS TBBPA Triaryl Phosphate Ester FR(16) FR(40)

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Packaging

No CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons), HCFCs (hydrofluorocarbons) or other ozone depleting substances are used in packaging material. Chromium, lead, mercury, or cadmium are not intentionally added to packaging materials and are not present in a cumulative concentration greater than 100 ppm as incidental impurities.
Criteria No halogenated plastics or polymers are used for packaging material Dell complies with the EU Directive 94/ 62/ EEC Depending on your point of purchase, packaging materials are labeled in accordance with DIN 6120 Marking of packing materials and packages for their recycling Packaging Materials PE Corr. Weight, kg 0.11 Option dependent Yes / No Yes Yes Yes
Printed user documentation is bleached in a chlorine-free process. (Europe Only)

Batteries

Batteries in this product are not based on mercury, lead or cadmium technologies. The batteries used in this product are in compliance with: EU Directive 91/ 157/ EEC EU Directive 93/ 86/ EEC EU Directive 98/ 101/ EEC The product documentation includes instructional information on the proper removal and disposal of the batteries used in this product. Below is a listing of batteries present in the product: Battery Description Internal Batteries Battery Type Rechargeable Battery 9cell/6cell/4cell Lithium Ion

DESIGN FOR ENVIRONMENT

Visit www.dell.com/environment for more information.

Longevity and Upgrading

Dell systems are, when applicable, designed for easy assembly, disassembly, and servicing. To extend the life of your system, you can install or upgrade certain system components (e.g., microprocessor, memory, expansion cards, and storage devices). Spare parts are available after the end of production for up to five years, or otherwise through the warranty period. Environmental Data Sheet Page 3

Recyclability

For recyclability, this system incorporates the following design guidelines: EU WEEE mark applied to product, EU recycling information can be found at www.euro.dell.com/recycling Minimal use of non-separable connections, such as gluing and welding between different materials. Minimal use of composite structure materials. Painting/varnishing plastic material has been avoided. Mechanical plastic parts greater than 100 grams consist of one material or of easily separable materials. Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
RECYCLING/ END-OF-LIFE SERVICE INFORMATION
Take back and recycling services are offered for this product in certain countries. If you want to dispose of system components, contact Dell for instructions by emailing recycling_emea@dell.com or visit www.euro.dell.com/recycling and select the relevant country.
DELL CORPORATE ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION
The following information is available at www.dell.com/environment: Corporate Environmental Policy Environmental Reports ISO 14001 certified environmental management systems
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