The Inspiron 530 RAM limit

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• The Inspiron 530 CPU upgrade.

  Hi all. I have an Inspiron 530 stock (not a 530 a/b/c/d, etc.) under Vista Home Premium, model Board 0RY007. BIOS is 1.0.3 (which... seems hopelessly out of date, but what do I know?). Previous research told me I couldn't go to a quad core with this motherboard, but a dual core is very good for my gaming needs. I installed on a Pentium E6500 2.93 GHz dual core, because it seemed to be a modest upgrade that would work with realism in a 3 year machine.

  When that I boot, I get the black screen progress bar, green with the Microsoft copyright line downstairs. It will not go past this screen. When I reboot, the comp is in recovery mode, but then freezes also. I reinstalled the old processor core, he returned to recovery mode, this time successfully, and I did a system restore to a week ago. It is here where I am now. The machine works very well with the old processor (I also upgraded the RAM and that seems to be good too), so I'm left wondering if this new processor is compatible with my old Inspiron. Any help/advice would be appreciated, thanks!

  -Jimmy

  jimmycolorado

  Before installing the processor, upgrade the BIOS to Version 1.0.15, or more, what new Intel CPU support has been added and see if that makes a difference.

  In addition, please post the e6500 processor sSpec number.

  Bev.

• Small Question: Does the Inspiron 530 comes standard with an IDE or SATA DVD Drive.

  Specifically this one: http://configure.us.dell.com/dellstore/config.aspx?c=us&l=en&s=eep&cs=6096&eep_orig_cs=6097&oc=RDDWDGX&link_number=17970705&dgc=CJ&cid=24471&lid=566643

  TIA

  
  

• Inspiron 530 - adding RAM

  Hello

  I want to buy a memory to my inspiron 530! Here > http://accessories.euro.dell.com/sna/category.aspx?c=uk&l=en&s=dhs&cs=ukdhs1&category_id=4325&mfgpid=1226170&chassisid=-1<- the="" 1="" gb="" module="" (28="">

  I read on documentation (http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/inspd530/en/OM/HTML/parts.htm#wp1580857) when I install memory I need to remove the PCI Express x 16 card... I don't understand. I thought adding ram was simple and all you had to do is open the case, insert the ram and secure them correctly and then close the case. Start the pc and it's done.

  I know that my inspiron 530 can have only 4 GB of ram. I have 2 GB of ram for now.

  Is there something I need to know? Is there something different?

  Dell is not offering Win7 drivers for this model. I suggest you go here and read some of the links on the upgrade to Windows 7. Run the Win 7 Upgrade Advisor first to see what it says on your system.

  Without knowing what equipment you have (for example, video card, sound card, network adapter, etc.), it is impossible for anyone to tell you exactly what drivers you need. In some cases, but not all cases, Vista 64-bit drivers can work. The Vista 64 drivers are here. (Confirms that he says again Vista 64-bit upstairs when you load the page!) And if you use your Service tag (do not post here!) you can find a list of drivers installed Dell, so at least you will know what hardware you have, but keep in mind these drivers for Vista 32 bit.

  You can also go here for links to the hardware and instructions to install Win 7. And you can search these forums for discussions on installing Win 7 on the Inspiron 530 to see which other users may have met problems.

  Ron

• RAM Dell Inspiron 530 (initially 3 GB of RAM with Vista 32-bit), can be upgraded to more than 4 GB, Windows 7 64-bit?

  I have a Dell Inspiron 530 with 3 GB of RAM, bought 4 years ago, with Windows Vista 32-bit.

  Since then, I've updated for Windows 7 64 bit PC and want to upgrade the RAM to 4 or 6 GB.

  Site Web of Dell indicates that memory on the Inspiron 530 is limited to 4 GB.  Is this true with Windows 64-bit?

  I thought that with 64-bit Windows, you could spend as long as could be installed in the 4 memory locations, well more than 4 GB of RAM.

  Can someone clarify the situation?

  Panzano

  Yes, it's the same motherboard, just a revised reference number.

  Better to open the case and check the label on the motherboard.

  Here is a list of the different revisions of the same motherboard part numbers

  Dell reference: RY007 0RY007 CN-0RY007 G679R 0G679R CN-0G679R RN474 0RN474 CN-0RN474 K216C 0K216C CN-0K216C GN723 0GN723 CN-0GN723
  The manufacturer model number: G33M02

  Bev.
  

• Inspiron 530 Win XP Home does not start with the TrendNet wireless card

  I just received 5/1 a refurbished Inspiron 530 530 Mini-Tower desktop: Intel Core 2 Quad processor Q6600 (8 MB L2 cache, 2.4 GHz, 1066FSB) Genuine Windows XP Home Edition. The PC didn't have any LAN card and I intend to use a working adapter TrendNet (COMPUSA) 54 Mbps Wireless G PCI I used very well with my old 4300 Dim run also Win XP Home. However, after that I booted up the new PC with the first series, I stopped him. I then opened and installed the card wireless in one of the 2 empty PCI slots. When I turned on the PC, surprise! The PC wouldn't start - it kept beeping with the glowing orange of front power button and turn off every two seconds, I then read the Inspiron 530 manual means that the motherboard has detected an error. Hello. I checked.

  I searched other posts in this forum and I've seen a few references to the boot configuration verification. However, installation of starting my PC doesn't have an option related to the wireless adapter.

  Someone help me please fix this error. I intend to reconnect the card on my old PC wireless again and start just to prove that the card is always good. I only removed a card video of him and the rest of the asis. (I've not carpet in my house is that reduces my chances to have fried the card when you remove or install.) I also touch the chassis of the PC before doing anything.)

  
  

• Inspiron 530 - (11) - after machine was a rumour - exact same noise and it repeats-Possibly the fan?

  Greetings,

  I'd appreciate any help with the following: despite the age of the machine, it is always hanging there pretty well, except that recently, it makes a noise very characteristic and very regular repeating itself over and over again, when the unit is turned on for a while, and when a program or a bigger game is used.

  When the device is just on, or when simple programs or functions are like surfing the internet I don't hear the noise.

  I don't think that this very characteristic sound, there is really no real significant problem. -J' did some DELL online diagnostics, and shows nothing until now I ran a problem.

  2 questions: (1) do you think that maybe it's the fan and if so, there is no test on the machine, I can run, specifically for the fan? I was not able to find when I looked through the various components, you can test (when you press F12 at restart and go to utilities/partitions. I saw a list of just about everything you can test, except for the fan. (read something about "net to be able to test the fan it") have not yet used the DELL diagnostic cd

  (2) alternative source of noise or other tests?

  (unit is no longer in warranty)

  Thanks a lot for your help!

  Trinut

  Trinut

  Greetings,

  I'd appreciate any help with the following: despite the age of the machine, it is always hanging there pretty well, except that recently, it makes a noise very characteristic and very regular repeating itself over and over again, when the unit is turned on for a while, and when a program or a bigger game is used.

  When the device is just on, or when simple programs or functions are like surfing the internet I don't hear the noise.

  I don't think that this very characteristic sound, there is really no real significant problem. -J' did some DELL online diagnostics, and shows nothing until now I ran a problem.

  2 questions: (1) do you think that maybe it's the fan and if so, there is no test on the machine, I can run, specifically for the fan? I was not able to find when I looked through the various components, you can test (when you press F12 at restart and go to utilities/partitions. I saw a list of just about everything you can test, except for the fan. (read something about "net to be able to test the fan it") have not yet used the DELL diagnostic cd

  (2) alternative source of noise or other tests?

  (unit is no longer in warranty)

  Thanks a lot for your help!

  Trinut

  Trinut

  I think that the Dell Diagnostics has a test for the case fans and radiator.

  What version of BIOS you have installed?

  Without knowing the source of the noise, it really not advice that can be given.

  Better to remove the cover, start the system and see if you can trace the source of the noise, the Inspiron 530 MT has many fans, radiator, power and possibly one on the graphics card, if installed.

  Usually, I check out fans, using a wooden pencil to turn the fan to turn for a few seconds to see if the noise stops.

  Check also any accumulation of dust inside the box/fans/radiator fins and cooling air inlets located inside the bezel/cover.

  This article may help:

  http://www.Dell.com/support/article/us/en/19/428053/en

  Bev.

  PS I think the Inspiron 530/531 Series was first sold by Dell by the middle of 2007, when I bought my 530MT, I always have.

• Inspiron 530 'bus SM' and the necessary USB controller drivers...

  Dear Dell's Support Forum:

  Briarguy here, just south of Boston, and today I have an Inspiron 530, I received as a gift to replace my last PC hand made (I am really more used to buildiing my desktop PC, since 1992) which ceased to operate in late July of this year.  I'll also have a Dimension 9200 off insane among the universities of Boston for a new "main office PC", and I would like the Inspiron to my mother for her needs.

  The software drivers only I couldn't easily find the Inspiron 530 were the 'bus SM' and USB controller so-called cases (two USB 'controllers' showing!) in Win - XP Device Manager.  Soneday I hope to upgrade the Inspiron 530 to use Win - 7 home, but before then I would get some help as to exactly where, to the Dell support page that I downloaded most of the hardware drivers to work because I got power find the USB controller drivers and 'bus SM' for this otherwise "works pretty well" Inspiron 530!

  Could someone guide me please to the names of files that these drivers are, and where on this page I might better be able to find them?

  Thank you in advance and Yours Sincerely,

  Dave the BriarGuy

  BUS SM = you have not installed the chipset drivers.  USB 2.0 and up requires Service pack 3 for XP.  Windows 7, 8 and 10 supports the chipset in native mode.

  Description	Supported OS	Download
  Intel Chipset Software Installation Utility for 530abcd/530sabcd, v.9.0.0.1008, A01 Intel Chipset Software Installation Utility for Vistamore details	Windows Vista 64-bit Windows Vista 32-bit
  Intel Chipset Software Installation Utility, v.8.3.0.1013, A00 Intel Chipset driver for XP OSmore details	Windows XP

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  • Standalone Service Pack 2 for Windows XP
  • Windows XP Service Pack 3 Standalone
  • Internet explore 8
  • Windows Media Player 11
  • Microsoft .NET Framework Version 2.0 SP2
  • Microsoft .NET Framework Version 3.0 SP2
  • Microsoft .NET Framework Version 3.5
  • Microsoft .NET Framework Version 4.0

• Upgrade memory Inspiron 530

  I am trying to upgrade the Inspiron 530 for my mom. It was running great but has begun to show it's age.  I want to hang some new faster memory, he was considering upgrading the processor, but at this point isn't going to bother because of the fact that it is an older machine, it mainly use it for email and the occasional web surfing session.

  I see that Dell is silling RAM but is a bit more expensive side and trying to find elsewhere, but to see different speeds... So rather than have bad normal speed and it does not work, can someone point me in the right direction to make sure I get good memory?

  Thank you

  sparker781

  I am trying to upgrade the Inspiron 530 for my mom. It was running great but has begun to show it's age.  I want to hang some new faster memory, he was considering upgrading the processor, but at this point isn't going to bother because of the fact that it is an older machine, it mainly use it for email and the occasional web surfing session.

  I see that Dell is silling RAM but is a bit more expensive side and trying to find elsewhere, but to see different speeds... So rather than have bad normal speed and it does not work, can someone point me in the right direction to make sure I get good memory?

  Thank you

  sparker781

  I guess you have the Inspiron 530 mini tour with the 300w/350w PSU and not the version of Slimline s 530, with a power of 250w.

  MT 530 systems were built with two different models of motherboards.

  If your 530 has been purchased with either a Core 2 Duo, Pentium Dual-Core, Celeron processor and a 300w power supply, this system usually involves an 0RY007/G679R/CU409 [FoxConn G33m02] motherboard which only supports LGA 775 Core 2 Duo, Pentium Dual-Core and Celeron processors and 4 GB of RAM.
     
  If your Inspiron 530 minitower shipped with a LGA 775 Core 2 Quad processor and a 350w power supply, you have the motherboard [FoxConn DG33m03] of 0FM586.
     
  The card mother 0FM586 can be used for both Quad 4 and Core 2 Duo processors and can support 8 GB of RAM, with a 64-bit operating system

  Motherboard is your MT 530 have?

  The Inspiron 530 with a motherboard G33M02/0RY007 will support either 4 GB [4 x 1 GB, or 2 x 2 GB DDR2 PC - 2 modules - 5300 or DDR2 PC2-6400 memory.]
      
  Bev.

• Double monitor Inspiron 530 with Radeon 3600

  The goal: Office expanded, so I can have different applications on each display (three apps, side by side, accounting work. sometimes need 4 apps!).

  I can't get two monitors to work on my Inspiron 530, Vista 64-bit. The Dell Support site and other sites, it makes its easy to connect the two cables, one on the VGA port and the other to DVI port. Not the case. I googled and searched the Dell Community and not found specific instructions, if someone can help a person no - IT? I'm not a tech person, but I'm trying to be self-sufficient.

  I'm not sure what order to describe the material and edits I've tried, but I know you guys like as much information as possible, so:

  Processor: E7400 2.8 Ghz, 8 MB of RAM, I do not know how to find info on diet, if that matters.

  Graphics card: I bought the machine in 2009 with the graphics card ATI Radeon HD 3650 so that I could have two monitors in the future. Now that I'm ready for two monitors. I see in the Catalyst Control Center where it could be implemented, but I can't see both monitors when the machine is started.

  Ports: Glancing at the back of the machine and along the bottom row I see the DVI port and also have an HDMI port and a Mini DisplayPort connector. Above left is the VGA port, which is capped.

  Monitors, I have so far:

  1. Dell SP2900W, I ordered with the machine came with VGA and DVI - D cables (single) (+ USB), always used connected to DVI (w USB).
  2. Dell U2713HM, came with VGA and DVI - D (dual) cables (+) USB

  Experience: I can get a monitor to work individually, using the DVI port. But if I try to plug into the VGA port, individually or in combo with the other DVI, I get the dreaded "added to the graphic card" message at startup - my novice research tells me that the VGA port is currently not usable because of the Radeon 3650 and I think the message tells me to give up on the VGA and only use the DVI port. But I only have a DVI port.

  One thing about the USB cables, I also understand should be plugged in at the same time as the DVI, I plugged them into a D-Link DUB - H7. There is a free USB port on the rear of the machine and four in the front, if I need to stop using the D-link for monitors, please let me know.

  So please, gods of all things Dell, do - do I have to get my goal?

  1. Change the BIOS to re - enable VGA (how and will I want to use the DVI and VGA ports?)?
  2. Get an HDMI cable, a monitor can be HDMI, DVI another? Both monitors have the HDMI ports.
  3. Get something external expansion of graphics (such as Matrox DualHead2Go DP)?
  4. Catalyst Control Center update? I have 11.5.
  5. Update on the Radeon HD 3650 driver? I 8,850, 19/04/11, wow it's old, I guess, but on the AMD website, I get a little confused, which, as we...
  6. Take the machine to a department store and have them install a second DVI port?

  Thank you, thank you, thank you. Please help, or I'll use the emoticon "cry like a baby".

  inspiron530acct,

  The keyboard, mouse and the two upstream monitor USB cables must be plugged directly into the rear USB ports on the Inspiron 530. All other USB devices must be plugged into the D - Link DUB - H7 which is plugged into one of the USB ports on the front of the Inspiron 530.

  1 = DVI monitor Video card--> cable DVI to DVI--> SP2009WFP DVI
  Monitor 2 = video card Mini DisplayPort--> mDP to DP cable--> port U2713HM DP
  Next, go to the Ati Catalyst Control Center extended mode and Setup.

• Help with CPU upgrade (inspiron 530)

  I have a Dell Inspiron 530 with a motherboard FOXCONN G33M02, Intel Pentium Dual E2180 @ 2 GHz processor (socket 775, I think), 4 GB of RAM and a NVidia Geforce GT620 1 GB DDR3 video card. My children want their games to run better, so I think that the CPU is my next update. Dell support suggested the E2200, but that doesn't seem much of a leap. What is the max the G33M02 support? And should I worry about feeding, fans, BIOSes, other?

  Thanks in advance,

  Dave

  d.a.t.

  Dave,

  The Inspiron 530 with a card mother Foxconn G33M02, compatible with the following Socket LGA775 processors: -.

  Intel Pentium Dual Core 2140 (1.6 GHz, 800 MHz FSB)
  Intel Pentium Dual-Core 2160 (1.8 GHz, 800 MHz FSB)
  Intel Pentium Dual-Core E5200 (2.5 GHz, 800 MHz FSB)
  Intel Core 2 Duo E4300 (1.8 GHz, 800 MHz FSB)
  Intel Core 2 Duo E4400 (2.0 GHz, 800 MHz FSB)
  Wolfdale Core 2 Duo E5200 2.5 GHz, 2 MB, 65W, M0
  Intel Core 2 Duo E6320 (1.86 GHz, 1066 MHz FSB) 65nm
  Intel Core 2 Duo E6420 (2.13 GHz, 1066 MHz FSB)
  Intel Core 2 Duo E6550 (2.33 GHz, 1333 MHz FSB)
  Intel Core 2 Duo E6750 (2.66 GHz, 1333 MHz FSB)
  Intel Core 2 Duo E7400 (2.80 GHz, 1066 MHz FSB)
  Wolfdale Core 2 Duo E8400, 3.0 GHz, 6 MB, 1333 MHz FSB, 65W, 45nm E0
  Wolfdale Core 2 Duo E8500, 3.16 GHz, 6 MB, 1333 MHz FSB, 65W, C0
  Wolfdale Core 2 Duo E8600 3.33 GHz, 6 MB, 1333 MHz FSB, 65W, E0
  E6850 Conroe, 3. 0 g, 4 MB, 1333 MHz FSB, G0
  Conroe E6700, 2. 66 g, 4 MB, 1066FSB, B2
  Conroe E6600, 2. 4 g, 4 MB, 1066FSB, B2
  Wolfdale 3.0 GHz 65W Dual-Core E5700

  Before installing the processor, make sure you have BIOS Version 1.0.15 or a more recent version, when support for the new Intel processor has been added.

  G33M02 motherboards don't support all Core 2 Quad processors.

  Bev.

• Dell Inspiron 530 upgrade

  I think I'll eventually replace the CPU, motherboard and RAM. However, I expect comments on this better replacements to keep the same power in the short term. I want to just update for children, so high-end is not necessary, but if the price is right, it would be better. I think my biggest concern is the USB/sound/etc ports front. Currently, I think that it is running a 305 w power, and a PCI-e x 16 video card.

  Are the connectors for these propritary Dell or will they work with a new motherboard?

  Does anyone know the Council size max will take the case and the motherboard (ATX/mini-ATX/BTX/etc) what is? I thought it was an ATX, but I thought I would check when obtaining the size max able to adapt...

  greywolf79

  The Inspiron 530 MT supports a card mother Micro-ATX.

  You may be involved with the rear i/o Panel, Dell has integrated this into the back panel of the chassis, retail motherboards have separate I/O panels that fit into an ATX chassis, you must change the case, through an opening in the Dell chassis for it.  You can find it easier to buy a standard ATX case.

  Dell OEM windows not with a copy card mother not Dell, because it is related to their BIOS, prepare to buy a new copy of windows, or Microsoft license.

  Dell front cables and connectors have exclusive features.

  More information here:

  https://answers.Yahoo.com/question/index?QID=20100101144704AAxgMph

  http://www.TomsHardware.com/Forum/302072-30-upgraded-motherboard-Dell-Inspiron

  I had an Inspiron 530MT since 2007 and to improve its performance, updated the processor to an e8400, contributed to the maximum our RAM, installed an AMD 7750 graphics card and a primary SSD [that makes a big difference] and recently upgraded to Win 7, to win 10.

  Bev.

• Dell Inspiron 530 upgrades

  Hello, this is my first post on the Dell forums. I have a Dell Inspiron 530 with these specs: Intel Core 2 Duo E4500 2.20 GHz, 4 GB of memory at 800 MHz and a GeForce GT 610. It's the mid 2007 530 model. I have an extra CPU laying around, Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600. I wonder if I can use in this office. Also, what is the maximum amount of memory that I can install in it? Thanks for reading!

  geogyro

  Hello, this is my first post on the Dell forums. I have a Dell Inspiron 530 with these specs: Intel Core 2 Duo E4500 2.20 GHz, 4 GB of memory at 800 MHz and a GeForce GT 610. It's the mid 2007 530 model. I have an extra CPU laying around, Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600. I wonder if I can use in this office. Also, what is the maximum amount of memory that I can install in it? Thanks for reading!

  geogyro

  You should check what version of motherboard.

  The Inspiron 530 has two variants of motherboards, made by Foxconn and based on the G33M series.

  The G33M02 supports up to processors Core 2 Duo and the DG33M03 that supports the processors Core 2 Duo and Core 2 Quad.
      
  Inspiron 530 systems sold with Pentium Dual-Core or Core 2 Duo processors cannot be upgraded to Core 2 Quad processors without adding at least a 350W power supply and swap the motherboards to the DG33M03 version.

  The G33M02 does not support processors Core 2 Quad is because he has 6 ICs, the DG33M03 voltage regulator has 11.

  Note: Before upgrading the processor, make sure you have BIOS Version 1.0.15 or a more recent version, when support for the new Intel processor has been added.

  The Foxconn G33m02 [Dell P/N ORY007] motherboard, supports a maximum of 4 GB of RAM DDR2, 530 Mini Tower with a Foxconn G33m03 motherboard systems can support 8 gb (4 x 2 GB modules).

  530 s Dell 'Slimline' systems have a Foxconn G33m02 motherboard which only supports a maximum of 4 GB [either4 x modules of 1 GB or 2 x 2 GB modules].

  Note also for Windows to recognize 4 GB more memory, you must have a 64-bit operating system installed.

  Bev.

• How can I use 8GIG on Inspiron 530?

  Hello!

  I have a Dell Inspiron 530 with the motherboard model: 0fm586

  I have 4 memory locations, and when I put in 4X2GIG sticks it recognizes only a total of 4 GIGS.

  I read somewhere here that if you update the BIOS, it unlocks the possibility of using 8 GIG.

  My current BIOS is: 1.0.13 with date @ 03/20/2008

  Am I way off here? Thank you very much for any information!

  Anthony

  vincentchiaro

  There are two versions of the Inspiron 530 in production.

  As you have a Core 2 Quad processor, this indicates that you have a FoxConn DG33m03 motherboard supports 8 GB of DDR2 RAM, the op has a Core 2 Duo processor, and if a Quad 4 processor was not installed at the factory, then the motherboard is a card mother Foxconn G33m02 very [Dell P/N 0RY007] and this supports a maximum of 4 GB of RAM.

  Bev.

• Beep card mother/CPU Dell Inspiron 530 problem

  Hi all!

  I recently acquired an Inspiron 530 G33M02 motherboard with a Dual-Core of E7300 processor.  It worked for a few hours while I was updating windows (my brother had not used for 2 years before), but then all of a sudden the screen empties and computer was turned off.

  To try to restart, the powerbutton lit amber, fans would move for a fraction of a second, and the green light would go on feeding.  I tried the power supply in another computer and it worked while I also installed an another working power known in the Inspiron 530 with the same results.  In research, this lead me to believe the motherboard was bad.

  I have order a new traction (taken before using it on a new computer) on ebay and installed.  Now, I'm getting 7 beeps at the station.  It would point to a faulty processor?  I would limit until I have spend more money on a new processor.

  Thanks for any help/insight!

  smwilli

  7 beeps does not indicate a processor problem,

  http://FTP.Dell.com/manuals/all-products/esuprt_desktop/esuprt_inspiron_desktop/Inspiron-530_owner%27s%20manual_en-us.PDF

  To know if it is the processor, you will need to install in a "known" compatible work computer, or replace it with a compatible CPU "Known", as it is difficult to distinguish a faulty processor of a faulty motherboard.

  While you can make an informed diagnosis, troubleshooting, the complexity of the components, it is sometimes diagnosis by substitution.

  Bev.