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July 13th, 2024 22:13
Inspiron 3646 "Won't Start"
Just had a problem with this machine where it suddenly wouldn't boot (Linux M22). I attached a monitor to the HDMI port and I was good to go. Then, it didn't have a screen again, and I put monitor back on the VGA port . . . SO, I need to flash the bios and get the correct video driver. It's a great legacy machine and I want it to take USB 3.0 HDMI and USB2.0 stereo and stream and record to yu tube with a fresh Mate install. That's what an 82 yerar old does when he's not under contract to play dinner music.
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Chino de Oro
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July 14th, 2024 04:02
If you own this machine for a long time, maybe it's due for a new CMOS battery. Replace it with a fresh new coin cell battery. See User Manual for the procedure (page 46). It's a low cost maintenance that can save you from many system issues.
https://dl.dell.com/manuals/all-products/esuprt_desktop/esuprt_inspiron_desktop/inspiron-3646-small-desktop_owner's%20manual_en-us.pdf