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Dell Vostro A840 User Manual

Dell Vostro A840
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Contents
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Contents
About Your Computer. . . . . . . . 7
Front View
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Right View
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Left View
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Battery Removal
. . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Quick Setup
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Connecting to the Internet
. . . . . . 17
Setting Up Your Internet
Connection
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Transferring Information to
a New Computer
. . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Specifications
. . . . . . . . . . . 21
Troubleshooting
. . . . . . . . . . 33
Error Messages. . . . . . . . . . . 33
System Messages
. . . . . . . . . 40
Troubleshooting Software
and Hardware Problems
. . . . . . 41
Dell Diagnostics
. . . . . . . . . . 42
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . 44
Power Problems . . . . . . . . . . 44
Memory Problems
. . . . . . . . . 46
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Dell Vostro A840 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandDell
ModelVostro A840
CategoryLaptop
LanguageEnglish

Summary

About Your Computer

Front View

Describes the physical layout and components visible from the front of the computer.

Audio Connectors

Details on connecting headphones and microphones to the computer.

Right View

Illustrates and describes components located on the right side of the laptop.

Display

Information regarding the computer's display and where to find more details.

Keyboard Status Lights

Explains the meaning of the indicator lights located above the keyboard.

Left View

Illustrates and describes components located on the left side of the laptop.

PC Card Slot

Details the function and use of the PC Card slot for expansion cards.

3-in-1 Media Card Reader

Provides information on the media card reader for transferring digital content.

Network Connector (RJ-45)

Explains how to connect the computer to a network using the RJ-45 port.

Air Vents

Describes the purpose of air vents in preventing computer overheating.

Quick Setup

Connecting to the Internet

Steps and requirements for establishing an internet connection on the computer.

Windows Vista Setup Procedures

Instructions for setting up the Windows Vista operating system on the computer.

Transferring Information to a New Computer

Specifications

System Information

Details on the Chipset, Data bus width, and DRAM bus width for Vostro models.

Memory Specifications

Details on minimum and maximum memory capacities for Vostro models.

3-in-1 Media Card Reader Specifications

Specifications for the 3-in-1 media card reader controller and connector.

Video Specifications

Technical specifications for the video type and data bus for Vostro models.

Audio Specifications

Details on speaker specifications and internal speaker amplifier for Vostro models.

Display Specifications

Specifications for display viewing angles for Vostro models.

Touch Pad Specifications

Specifications for the Touch Pad, including resolution and size.

Battery Specifications

Specifications for battery voltage and approximate charge time for Vostro models.

AC Adapter Specifications

Specifications for AC adapter input voltage, current, and frequency.

Environmental Specifications

Specifications for maximum relative humidity and vibration for Vostro models.

Troubleshooting

Disk and Drive Errors

Troubleshooting disk initialization, drive readiness, and filename issues.

Hard Disk Drive Problems

Steps for resolving hard disk drive configuration, failure, and read errors.

Memory and System Configuration Issues

Troubleshooting invalid configuration, keyboard, and memory address line failures.

Memory Data and Write/Read Failures

Resolving memory data line and write/read failures.

System Resource and Boot Issues

Addressing memory, OS, and sector not found errors.

System Status and Interrupt Errors

Troubleshooting clock, timer chip, and unexpected interrupt errors.

System Messages and Drive Failures

Handling boot failure messages and hard disk drive failure/read errors.

Hardware Interrupt and USB Errors

Diagnosing timer tick interrupts and USB over current errors.

Dell Diagnostics Procedures

Instructions and guidance for running Dell Diagnostics for system checks.

Power Light Status Troubleshooting

Steps to troubleshoot computer issues based on the power light status.

Memory Problem Resolution

Steps to address common memory-related issues and problems.

Program Lockups and Software Issues

Solutions for program lockups, unresponsiveness, and other software problems.

Program Compatibility and Setup

Resolving program unresponsiveness and using compatibility wizards.

Other Software Troubleshooting

Guidance for software issues by checking documentation or contacting manufacturers.

File Backup and System Updates

Recommendations for backing up files and using Dell Technical Update Service.

Reinstalling Software

Driver Management

Steps for identifying and reinstalling device drivers.

Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities

Procedures for reinstalling drivers and utilities using provided media.

Manual Driver Reinstallation

Detailed steps for manually reinstalling drivers after extracting them.

Reinstalling Windows Operating System

Instructions for reinstalling Windows and necessary software.

Using Microsoft® Windows® System Restore

Starting System Restore Process

Steps to initiate the System Restore process in Windows.

Undoing Last System Restore

Procedures for reverting system changes using the last available restore point.

Finding Information

Operating System Media Details

Details about the Operating System media (CD or DVD) included with the computer.

Safety, Regulatory, and Warranty Information

Information regarding safety, regulatory compliance, and warranty details.

Dell Technology Guide Overview

Information on the Dell Technology Guide, covering OS, maintenance, and technologies.

Getting Help

Obtaining Technical Assistance

General guidance on how to obtain technical assistance for the computer.

Dell Online Services

List of Dell websites for accessing product information and support services.

Automated Order-Status Service

Details on using the automated service to check the status of Dell product orders.

Returning Items for Warranty

Procedures for returning items for warranty repair or credit.

Diagnostics Checklist Usage

A checklist to be filled out before contacting Dell support for assistance.

Contacting Dell Support

Information and methods for contacting Dell support for assistance.

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