Dell™ Inspiron™ 5000 Series Technical Overview Removing and Replacing Parts Drivers and Utilities for Microsoft Windows 98 Drivers and Utilities for Microsoft Windows 2000 Drivers and Utilities for Microsoft Windows Me Conserving Power System Setup Program System Messages Ports and Connectors Technical Specifications Documentation Links Model PPM Information in this document is subject to change without notice. © 2000–2001 Dell Computer Corporation. All rights reserved.
Back to Contents Page Documentation Links: Dell™ Inspiron™ 5000 Series Printed Documentation Online Documentation Printed Documentation You must right-click the link for a portable document format (PDF) file and save the file to your hard-disk drive. Attempting to link directly to large PDF files causes your system to freeze. To save PDF files (files with an extension of .
2. Go to the directory location you specified when you saved the file. 3. Double-click the .exe file you downloaded. The WinZip Self-Extractor dialog box appears. 4. Specify the location to save the unzipped files to and click Unzip.A message stating that the files unzipped successfully appears. 5. Click OK. 6. Click Close. Viewing the Help File 1. Start your browser and open the index.htm file in the directory containing the unzipped files. 2.
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Back to Contents Page Drivers and Utilities for Microsoft® Windows® 2000: Dell™ Inspiron™ 5000 Series Overview Installing the Touch Pad Driver System Software CD Installing the Software DVD Decoder Driver (Optional) Installing Windows 2000 Installing the Intel SpeedStep Utility (Optional) Installing the Audio Driver Updating Drivers and Utilities Installing the Video Driver Overview This section explains how to install or reinstall Dell-provided device drivers and utilities on your Dell comput
Installing Windows 2000 Perform the following steps to install the Windows 2000 operating system on the hard-disk drive before you install any device drivers or utilities: 1. Insert the Dell Products Recovery CD into the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. 2. Shut down the computer. 3. Turn on the computer. 4. Press any key when the Press any key to boot from CD message appears on the screen. 5. When the Windows 2000 Setup window appears, ensure that the To setup Win2000 now, press ENTER option is highlighted.
The audio driver allows you to customize the sound features of your computer. 1. Save and close any open files, and exit any open application programs. 2. Insert the System Software CD into the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. 3. Click the Start button, and then click Run. 4. In the Run dialog box, type x:\win2000\audio\setup.exe, where x is the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive letter. The CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive letter is usually D. 5. Click OK. 6. In the Welcome window, click Next>.
3. Click the Start button, and then click Run. 4. In the Run dialog box, type x:\win2000\touchpad\english\setup.exe, where x is the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive letter. If you are using a Japanese-language version of Windows, type x:\win2000\touchpad\japanese\setup.exe, where x is the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive letter. The CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive letter is usually D. NOTICE: Do not install the Japanese-language driver on a computer with a non-Japanese-language operating system. 5. Click Unzip. 6. Click OK. 7.
NOTES: A variety of factors determine the DVD's playback performance. For more information, read the "Requirements" section in the release notes that came with your DVD software. The Macrovision product allows you to view you DVD on most televisions, but it distorts the video image if played back from a videotape. The DVD decoder software provided with your system does not allow you to play back DVDs with graphics cards that contain a TV-out connector.
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Back to Contents Page Drivers and Utilities for Microsoft® Windows® Me: Dell™ Inspiron™ 5000 Series Overview Installing the Touch Pad Driver System Software CD Installing Softex BayManager Installing Windows Me Installing the Intel SpeedStep Utility (Optional) Installing the Audio Driver Updating Drivers and Utilities Installing the Video Driver Overview This section explains how to install or reinstall Dell-provided device drivers and utilities on your Dell computer running the Microsoft Wind
Installing Windows Me Perform the following steps to install the Windows Me operating system on the hard-disk drive before you install any device drivers or utilities: 1. Turn on the computer and enter the system setup program. 2. In the system setup program Boot menu, change the boot sequence so that the CD or DVD drive boots first. Then place the Dell Product Recovery CD in the CD or DVD drive and close the drive tray. 3. Exit the system setup program. 4. At the Welcome window, click OK. 5.
16. If the Date/Time Properties window appears, adjust the date and time properties, click Apply, and then click OK. Windows updates the system settings and restarts your computer. 17. If you created a Windows user name and password, type your password and click OK. NOTICE: Make sure that you reinstall the Intel® Chip Set Update Utility driver before you reinstall any other drivers. 18. Reinstall the appropriate drivers. 19. Reenable your virus protection software.
NOTES: If the computer is set to boot from the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive before the hard-disk drive, remove the System Software CD before the computer restarts so that the computer does not boot from the CD. For information on changing the boot sequence, see "System Setup Program." After the computer restarts, you can change the video resolution. Installing the Touch Pad Driver The touch pad driver controls touch pad and mouse functions.
1. Insert the System Software CD into the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. 2. Click the Start button, and then click Run. 3. In the Run dialog box, type x:\winme\baymgr\setup.exe, where x is the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive letter. The CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive letter is usually D. 4. Click OK. 5. In the Welcome window, click Next>. 6. At the Setup Complete window, ensure that the Yes, I want to restart my computer now is selected, and then click Finish.
Back to Contents Page Drivers and Utilities for Microsoft® Windows® 98: Dell™ Inspiron™ 5000 Series Overview Installing the Touch Pad Driver System Software CD Installing Softex BayManager Installing Windows 98 Installing the Internal Modem Driver (Optional) Recreating the Hibernate (Save-to-Disk Suspend) File Installing the Software DVD Decoder Driver (Optional) Installing the Audio Driver Installing the Intel SpeedStep Utility (Optional) Installing the Video Driver Updating Drivers and Utilit
Installing Windows 98 Perform the following steps to install the Windows 98 operating system on the hard-disk drive before you install any device drivers or utilities: 1. Turn on the computer and enter the system setup program. 2. In the system setup program Boot menu, change the boot sequence so that the CD or DVD drive boots first. Then place the Dell Product Recovery CD in the CD or DVD drive and close the drive tray. 3. Exit the system setup program. 4. At the Welcome window, click OK. 5.
The Enter Windows Properties window appears. To continue without creating a Windows user name and password, click OK. Otherwise, type your user name and password in the appropriate fields and then click OK. 16. If the Date/Time Properties window appears, adjust the date and time properties, click Apply, and then click OK. Windows updates the system settings and restarts your computer. 17.
Select Devices to Test Exit to MS-DOS 10. Press the down-arrow key to select Exit to MS-DOS and then press . For instructions on deleting the hibernate file, see "Delete the Hibernate File." Delete the Hibernate File 1. Boot your computer from the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive with the System Software CD in the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. For instructions, see "Boot Your Computer With the System Software CD." 2. At the R:\DIAGS prompt, type cd\ and then press . 3.
4. Ensure that Enable hibernate support is selected and click Apply. 5. Click OK to close the Control Panel. View the Hibernate File Information 1. Boot your computer from the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive with the System Software CD in the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. For instructions, see "Boot Your Computer With the System Software CD." 2. At the R:\DIAGS prompt, type cd\ and then press . 3. At the R:\ prompt, type cd\utility and press . 4. Type phdisk /info and press .
2. Insert the System Software CD into the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. 3. Click the Start button, and then click Run. 4. In the Run dialog box, type x:\video\setup.exe, where x is the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive letter. The CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive letter is usually D. 5. In the Setup Complete window, ensure that Yes, I want to restart my computer now is selected, and then click Finish. The computer restarts automatically.
upgrade from the Dell support Web site File Library. To uninstall Softex BayManager, perform the following steps: 1. Save and close any open files, and exit any open application programs. 2. Click Start, select Settings, and then click Control Panel. 3. Double-click Add/Remove Programs. 4. Select Softex BayManager and click Add/Remove. 5. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the uninstall process. To install the Softex BayManager from the System Software CD, perform the following steps: 1.
2. Click the Start button, and then click Run. 3. In the Run dialog box, type x:\setup.exe, where x is the DVD-ROM drive letter. The DVD-ROM drive letter is usually D. 4. Click OK. The Welcome window appears. 5. Click Next>. 6. In the Choose Destination Location window, click Next>. 7. In the Select Program Folder window, click Next>. 8. In the Start Copying Files window, click Next>. 9. In the Setup Complete window, ensure that the Yes, I want to restart my computer now is selected, and then click Finish.
Updating Drivers and Utilities The Dell support Web site, http://support.dell.com, provides driver and utility updates, as well as technical assistance with questions about your computer. Dell regularly tests and releases certified drivers and utilities for Inspiron computers. In addition, if you have access to a computer with a modem and/or fax capabilities, you can access the Dell TechConnect bulletin board service (BBS), AutoTech service, and TechFax service. The Dell Web site, http://www.dell.
Back to Contents Page Technical Overview: Dell™ Inspiron™ 5000 Series New Features Back View Hardware Overview Left Side View LCD Panels Right Side View Front View Bottom View New Features Most of the core technology implemented in the Inspiron 5000 series existed previously on other Dell portable computers. The Inspiron 5000 series has the following new key features: l A 3-spindle, 7.
Memory (Inspiron 5000) PC-100 compliant SODIMMs (SDRAM) running at: l l 66 MHz (Intel Celeron processor running at 466 MHz) 100 MHz (Intel Celeron processors running at 450 and 500 MHz, Intel Pentium III processor, and Intel Pentium III processor with Intel SpeedStep technology) Memory (Inspiron 5000e) PC-100 compliant SODIMMs (SDRAM) running at 100 MHz Hard-disk drive (Inspiron 5000) Hard-disk drive carrier provides support for 9.5-mm and 12.
1 Display locking tabs 2 Display 8 Display latches 9 Battery bay 3 Display-close button 10 Microphone 4 Keyboard 11 Power button 5 Touch pad 12 Keyboard status indicators 6 Touch pad buttons 13 Device access/status indicators 7 Media bay Back View 1 Fan exhaust 6 Docking connector 2 Serial port connector 7 Infrared port 3 Parallel port connector 8 USB port connector 4 TV-out S-video connector 9 PS/2 connector 5 Video connector
Left Side View 1 Diskette drive 4 Speaker (one of two) 2 Audio connectors 5 Display latch (one of two) 3 Modem connector (option) 6 Volume control buttons Right Side View
1 Security cable slot 4 PC Card slot 2 Display latch (one of two) 5 AC adapter connector 3 Speaker (one of two) 6 Air intake Bottom View 1 Battery bay 4 Hard-disk drive 2 Media bay 5 Modem cover 3 Strike zone 6 Memory module cover Back to Contents Page
Back to Contents Page Ports and Connectors: Dell™ Inspiron™ 5000 Series I/O Connector Locations Video Connector Serial Port Connector Infrared Port Parallel Port Connector USB Connector TV-Out S-Video Connector PS/2 Connector I/O Connector Locations 1 Fan exhaust 6 Docking connector 2 Serial port connector 7 Infrared port 3 Parallel port connector 8 USB connector 4 TV-out S-video connector 9 PS/2 connector 5 Video connector Serial Port Connector Use the 9-pin serial port connec
8 CTS I Clear to send 9 RI I Ring indicator Shell N/A N/A Frame ground Parallel Port Connector Use the 25-hole parallel port connector to attach a parallel device to the computer. The parallel port connector is used primarily for printers. The parallel port transmits data in parallel format, where 8 data bits (one byte) are sent simultaneously over eight separate lines. The parallel port can also be configured for compatibility with the Personal System/2 (PS/2) standard.
If the television has an S-video cable, plug it directly into the computer at the TV-out S-video connector. If the television has a composite cable, perform the following steps: 1. Connect the cable that came with your computer to the TV-out S-video connector. 2. Connect the other end of the cable to the television composite cable. Video Connector Use the 15-pin video connector to attach an external monitor to the computer. If the image does not appear on the monitor immediately, press .
NOTE: Make sure that no books, papers, or other objects block the transmission of data between the two infrared devices and that the two devices are within the 30° cone. USB Connector Use the Universal Serial Bus (USB) connector to attach one or more USB devices, such as a mouse, to the computer. USB is a peripheral bus standard that enables automatic detection of USB-compliant peripheral devices.
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Back to Contents Page Conserving Power: Dell™ Inspiron™ 5000 Series Conservation Tips Power Conservation Modes Power Options Properties Conservation Tips l You automatically conserve battery power each time you attach your computer to an electrical outlet. When the AC adapter is attached, the battery is charged while the computer uses AC power. Your battery's life expectancy is largely determined by the number of times it is charged, so use an AC power source to run the computer if one is available.
To exit hibernate mode, press the power button. The computer may take a short time to return to its typical operating state. NOTE: Pressing a key or touching the touch pad will not bring the computer out of hibernate mode. NOTE: Some PC Cards may not operate correctly after resuming operation from hibernate mode. If you encounter problems with a PC Card, see "Using PC Cards" in the Tell Me How help file for instructions on removing and replacing the card, or simply restart (reboot) your computer.
NOTE: The Critical battery alarm setting will not function if Power Mode is set for Standby in the Low battery alarm setting. Power Meter Tab The Power Meter tab displays the current power source and amount of battery charge remaining. Advanced Tab The Advanced tab allows you to: l Set icon and standby password options. l Program the following functions: — Activate standby mode (default when you close the display). — Activate hibernate mode (default for power button).
— Shut down Windows and turn off the computer. — No action (None). To program these functions, click an option from the corresponding pull-down menu, and then click OK. NOTE:If you are going to connect your computer to a port replicator, click None when you program the display-close option. This setting ensures that your computer does not enter standby mode or hibernate mode when you close (lower) the display.
NOTE: If you disable Intel SpeedStep, the processor always operates at its maximum speed. l Remove flag icon l Disable audio notification when performance changes Click Apply to accept any changes, and then click OK to close the Intel SpeedStep technology window.
Back to Contents Page Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell™ Inspiron™ 5000 Series Click here to view a printable (.pdf) version of the disassembly instructions. NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage or inoperability due to servicing not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty.
3. Disconnect the computer and any attached peripherals from electrical outlets to reduce the potential for personal injury or shock. Recommended Tools NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage or inoperability due to servicing not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty.
3. Remove the battery from the battery bay: a. Close the display and turn the computer upside-down. b. Slide and hold the battery bay latch away from the battery. The battery bay latch is located between the battery bay and the media bay. c. Pull the battery out of the bay. NOTICE: Use the PC Card configuration utility on the taskbar to select and stop a card before removing it from the computer. If you do not remove the card in the configuration utility, you could lose data from open application programs.
NOTICE: When the hard-disk drive is not in the computer, store it in a hard-disk drive case or protective wrapping to protect it from exposure to static electricity. NOTICE: Handle the hard-disk drive gently; do not bump or drop the drive. Rough handling of the drive could induce failure or loss of data. 6. Remove the memory module cover: a. Turn the computer upside-down. b. Remove the two screws from the memory module cover (the larger cover). c.
8. Remove the device from the media bay: a. Close the display and turn the computer upside-down. b. Slide and hold the latch release away from the media bay device. c. Pull the device out of the media bay. Screw Counts and Locations NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage or inoperability due to servicing not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty.
Processor Module LCD Hinges Video Board 3 for Inspiron 5000 4 (2 per hinge) 1 (silver) Diskette Drive Palmrest Speakers and Volume Board 2 (bottom of system) 3 (from the top) 4 (bottom of media bay) 5 (bottom of battery bay) 3 (bottom of hard-disk drive bay) 5 (deep wells in base) 9 (do not unscrew the speakers) Support Rail Infrared Board System Board 7 (back of computer) 4 (through top of support rail) No screws 2 (serial port nuts) 2 (parallel port nuts) 2 (VGA port nuts) 2 (APR/PPR port
Ensure that all precautionary measures have been followed and that all customer-accessible parts are removed. 1. Remove the modem cover. 2. Spread the release tabs on either side of the modem away from the modem. 3. Remove the modem. 4. Remove the modem cable. To reinsert the modem when you reassemble the computer, perform the following steps: 1. Attach the modem cable. 2. Insert the modem into the socket, and rock it up and down until it is completely in place.
2. Open the display, and lift off the hinge cover by rotating it toward you. To replace the hinge cover, perform the following steps: 1. Insert the hinge cover at a 45° angle. 2. Press the hinge cover down above the , , and keys. 3. Press down along the entire length of the hinge cover until it fits securely in place. 4. Replace the screws. Keyboard Removal NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer.
Thermal Shield Removal NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage or inoperability due to servicing not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. 1. Remove the thermal shield screws. Inspiron 5000 computers have 4 screws (first photo), and Inspiron 5000e computers have 5 screws (second photo).
2. Remove the diskette-drive cable clip (held in place by the leftmost thermal shield screw). 3. Lift off the thermal shield. NOTICE: Be sure to replace the diskette-drive cable clip (held in place by the leftmost thermal shield screw) when you replace the thermal shield. Failure to do so may cause the connector to become disengaged as a result of shock or vibration to the computer. Processor Module Removal NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer.
2. Lift out the module. 3. When you replace the processor, be sure to attach it to the connector. When you replace the processor during reassembly, be sure to attach it to the connector. LCD Removal NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage or inoperability due to servicing not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. 1. Open the display and disconnect the LCD flex cable. 2. Close the display and remove the four LCD hinge screws.
1. Remove the screw. 2. Disconnect the touch pad cable. Diskette Drive Removal NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage or inoperability due to servicing not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. 1. Detach the data cable. 2. Remove the drive retaining screws from the bottom of the computer.
3. Remove the drive from the chassis. Palmrest Removal NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage or inoperability due to servicing not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. 1. Remove the three screws from the top of the computer. 2. Remove the two screws (outer corners) from the bottom of the computer. If you plan to remove the system board, also remove the three screws adjacent to the memory module slots and the modem.
3. Remove the three screws from the hard-disk drive compartment. 4. Remove the four screws from the battery bay.
5. Remove the five screws from the media bay. Speaker and Volume Board Removal NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage or inoperability due to servicing not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. 1. Remove the nine screws. 2. Disconnect the speaker cable. Be sure to carefully remove the Kapton tape that holds the speaker cable in position on the left side. 3. Disconnect the volume cable.
servicing not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. 1. Remove the four screws. 2. Disconnect the fan cable. 3. Remove the seven screws from the back of the computer. Infrared Board Removal NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage or inoperability due to servicing not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Disconnect the infrared board from the system board.
System Board Removal NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage or inoperability due to servicing not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. 1. Remove the two screws. 2. Remove the eight I/O port nuts.
3. Flex the base plastics to separate the system board from the audio connector posts on the left side of the computer. 4. Lift the system board up and out from the base plastics. 14.1-Inch XGA Display Disassembly Bezel Removal 1. Remove the two screw covers from the bottom corners of the LCD bezel. 2. Remove the two bumpers from the top corners of the LCD bezel. 3. Remove the four screws from the corners of the LCD bezel. 4. Ease your fingers under the bezel on the bottom of the bezel.
5. Once you have disengaged all of the retaining tabs, lift the bezel from the LCD panel. Panel Removal NOTICE: It is not necessary to remove the display locking tabs when removing the panel. 1. Remove the two screws from each side of the panel. 2. Disconnect the cold cathode fluorescent lamp (CCFL) cable from the bottom of the panel. 3. Disconnect the flex cable from the back of the LCD panel. 4. Lift the panel from the back cover. LED/Inverter Board Removal 1.
1. Remove the two screw covers from the bottom corners of the LCD bezel. 2. Remove the two screws from the bottom corners of the LCD panel. 3. Ease your fingers under the bezel at the top of the panel. Work your way around the bezel and disengage all the retaining tabs. 4. Once you have disengaged all of the retaining tabs, lift the bezel from the LCD panel. Panel Removal 1. Remove the two latch assembly screws from each of the two display locking tabs. 2.
Back to Contents Page System Setup Program: Dell™ Inspiron™ 5000 Series Using the System Setup Program Security Menu Accessing the System Setup Program Power Menu Main Menu Boot Menu System Devices Menu Exit Menu Using the System Setup Program The computer retains system configuration information in the nonvolatile random-access memory (NVRAM) maintained by the reserve battery.
Main Menu NOTICE: Video driver settings override the Television Type setting. Option Function System Time Resets the time on the internal clock. System Date Resets the date on the internal calendar. Floppy Drive Identifies the type of diskette drive being used by the computer. This option is not configurable. Hard Disk Displays the capacity of the internal hard-disk drive. This option is not configurable.
Option Function IDE Controller Configures the integrated local-bus IDE adapter. Options are Both (default), Disabled, or Primary. If Both is selected, you can access both the hard-disk drive and the media bay device(s). If Primary is selected, only the hard-disk drive and megabit device is accessible. When Disabled, the media bay device(s) and hard-disk drive are disabled. FDD Controller Enables the diskette-drive controller. If this option is set to Disabled, the diskette drive is unavailable.
Option Function System Password is If no system password is set, the setting is Clear. Otherwise, the setting is Set. Set System Password Press to set up a new system password, and then follow the instructions on your screen. This password restricts access to the system setup program settings. Password On Boot When this option is enabled, you must enter a password before the computer loads the operating system into memory. Settings for this option are Disabled (default) and Enabled.
setting. Max. Power Savings conserves the maximum amount of system power, and Max. Performance conserves power but allows the greatest system performance. Standby Time-out Lets you determine how long the computer remains idle (no I/O activity) before activating standby mode to conserve battery power. Settings for this option are Disabled (default), 1 Minute, 2 Minutes, 4 Minutes, 6 Minutes, 8 Minutes, 12 Minutes, and 16 Minutes.
Internal Hard Drive The computer boots only from the hard-disk drive. If it fails to boot from the hard-disk drive, the computer does not attempt to boot from the diskette drive. CD-ROM/DVD Causes the computer to attempt to boot first from a bootable CD. If it does not detect a bootable CD in the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive, the computer tries to boot from the hard-disk drive. If a CD is in the CDROM or DVD-ROM drive, but the CD does not have the required boot files, an error message appears.
Back to Contents Page Technical Specifications: Dell™ Inspiron™ 5000 Series Microprocessor Physical Chip Set and Bus Keyboard PC Card Slot Touch Pad Memory Battery Connectors AC Adapter Integrated Audio Environmental Video Regulatory Microprocessor Inspiron 5000 Microprocessor type and speed: Dell Inspiron 5000G Intel® Mobile Pentium® III microprocessor with Intel SpeedStep™ technology running at 600/500 MHz and 650/500 MHz Dell Inspiron 5000R Intel Mobile Pentium III microprocessor
Chip Set and Bus System chip set Intel Mobile 440BX AGP Data bus width 64 bits DRAM bus width 64 bits Address bus width 32 bits Flash EPROM 4 Mb PC Card Slot PCI controller Texas Instruments PCI 1225 CardBus controller PC Card connectors two (supports two Type I cards, two Type II cards, or one Type III card) Cards supported 3.
192 MB 128 MB 320 MB 192 MB 192 MB 384 MB 192 MB 256 MB 448 MB 256 MB 32 MB 288 MB 256 MB 64 MB 320 MB 256 MB 128 MB 384 MB 256 MB 192 MB 448 MB 256 MB 256 MB 512 MB *Not all valid memory configurations are available at all times. Contact Dell for details.
Serial (DTE) 9-pin connector; 16550-compatible, 16-byte buffer Parallel 25-hole connector; normal (unidirectional), bidirectional, EPP 1.9, or ECP Monitor 15-hole connector PS/2 keyboard/mouse 6-hole mini-DIN connector Infrared IrDA 1.
Graphics Modes Resolution Color Depth Refresh Rate (Hz) 640 x 480 256 colors 60 640 x 480 16 bit 60 640 x 480 24 bit 60 640 x 480 32 bit 60 800 x 600 256 colors 60 800 x 600 16 bit 60 800 x 600 24 bit 60 800 x 600 32 bit 60 1024 x 768 256 colors 60 1024 x 768 16 bit 60 1024 x 768 24 bit 60 1024 x 768 32 bit 60 1280 x 1024 256 colors 60 1280 x 1024 16 bit 60 1280 x 1024 24 bit 60 1400 x 1050 256 colors 60 1400 x 1050 16 bit 60 1600 x 1200 256 colors 60
1600 x 1200 32 bit 60 NOTES: If using an external monitor, see the documentation that came with the external monitor to determine the correct refresh rate. You may need to adjust the vertical and horizontal size and position controls on your external monitor to properly display extended-video modes. Physical 14-Inch Display (XGA and SXGA+) Type active-matrix color (XGA) Dimensions (viewable image area): Height 37.7 mm (1.5 inches) Width 324 mm (12. inches) Depth 259 mm (10.
Refresh rate 60 Hz * Includes hard-disk drive, diskette drive, and CD-ROM drive. Total computer weight is less with the travel module installed. 15-Inch Display (SXGA+) Type active-matrix color (SXGA) Dimensions (viewable image area): Height 40.4 mm (1.6 inches) Width 324 mm (12.8 inches) with a 3-mm overhang on each side Depth 259 mm (10.2 inches) with an 8-mm overhang on the front Weight* 3.427 kg (7.
Height 23.8 mm (0.94 inch) Depth 148.2 mm (5.83 inches) Width 116.2 mm (4.58 inches) Weight 0.60 kg (1.32 lb) Voltage 14.4 VDC Capacity 52 WH Charge time (approximate)* 2.5 to 3.5 hours (computer on); 3 hours (computer off) Operating time (approximate)* 3 to 3.
Relative humidity 10% to 90% (noncondensing) Maximum vibration: Operating 0.9 GRMS using a random-vibration spectrum that simulates air/truck shipment Storage 1.3 GRMS using a random-vibration spectrum that simulates air/truck shipment Maximum shock:* Operating 1.52 m/sec (4.98 ft/sec) (less than or equal to a pulse width of 2 ms) Storage 2.03 m/sec (6.
Back to Contents Page System Messages: Dell™ Inspiron™ 5000 Series Overview System Messages Overview The operating system, application programs, and the computer itself can generate status and error information. This section explains the system messages generated by the basic input/output system (BIOS). For other messages, refer to the application program or operating system documentation. System Messages If a message appears on the display or external monitor, make a note of the message.
NOTE: For the full name of an abbreviation or acronym used in this table, see the Glossary in the system Help.
