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9adding and replacing parts – Dell Inspiron 5160 User Manual

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Contents

A program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system

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A solid blue screen appears

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Other software problems

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Memory Problems

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Network Problems

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PC Card Problems

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Power Problems

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Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer

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Printer Problems

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Scanner Problems

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Sound and Speaker Problems

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No sound from integrated speakers

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No sound from external speakers

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No sound from headphones

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Touch Pad or Mouse Problems

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Video and Display Problems

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If the display is blank

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If the display is difficult to read

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If only part of the display is readable

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Drivers

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What Is a Driver?

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Identifying Drivers

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Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities

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Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities

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Restoring Your Operating System

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Using Microsoft

Windows XP System Restore

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Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec

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Adding and Replacing Parts

Before You Begin

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Recommended Tools

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Turning Off Your Computer

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Before Working Inside Your Computer

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