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...with your computer. NOTE: Additional information may not be found at support.dell.com. Quick Reference Guide 5 What Are You Looking For? • A diagnostic program for my computer • Drivers for your computer or in certain countries. The User's Guide is optional ...• Regulatory information • Ergonomics information • End User License Agreement NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can use the CD to troubleshoot and solve problems User's Guide Microsoft® Windows® XP Help and Support Center 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2...
...with your computer. NOTE: Additional information may not be found at support.dell.com. Quick Reference Guide 5 What Are You Looking For? • A diagnostic program for my computer • Drivers for your computer or in certain countries. The User's Guide is optional ...• Regulatory information • Ergonomics information • End User License Agreement NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can use the CD to troubleshoot and solve problems User's Guide Microsoft® Windows® XP Help and Support Center 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2...
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... white papers • Downloads - Online discussion with technical support • Reference - Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Notebook System Software (NSS) - If you reinstall the operating system for your computer and operating system and installs the updates appropriate for Dell™ 3.5-inch USB floppy drives, Intel® Pentium® M processors, optical...
... white papers • Downloads - Online discussion with technical support • Reference - Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Notebook System Software (NSS) - If you reinstall the operating system for your computer and operating system and installs the updates appropriate for Dell™ 3.5-inch USB floppy drives, Intel® Pentium® M processors, optical...
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What Are You Looking For? • How to use Windows XP • Documentation for my computer • Documentation for devices (such as a modem) • How to reinstall drivers for instructions. See your Latitude User's Guide for the devices that describes your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on your ... The operating system is already installed on the operating system you reinstall your computer. To reinstall your operating system, use the Drivers and Utilities CD to reinstall my operating system Find It Here Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click the Start button and ...
What Are You Looking For? • How to use Windows XP • Documentation for my computer • Documentation for devices (such as a modem) • How to reinstall drivers for instructions. See your Latitude User's Guide for the devices that describes your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on your ... The operating system is already installed on the operating system you reinstall your computer. To reinstall your operating system, use the Drivers and Utilities CD to reinstall my operating system Find It Here Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click the Start button and ...
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...T W A R E D O C U M E N T A T I Z A R D - The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so it runs in its documentation or on your computer. • Ensure that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. If you are unable to run the software. Then restart... Guide 21 A program crashes repeatedly NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in an environment similar to non-Windows XP operating system environments. 1 Click the Start button, point to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. A ...
...T W A R E D O C U M E N T A T I Z A R D - The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so it runs in its documentation or on your computer. • Ensure that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. If you are unable to run the software. Then restart... Guide 21 A program crashes repeatedly NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in an environment similar to non-Windows XP operating system environments. 1 Click the Start button, point to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. A ...
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... to Use the Dell Diagnostics If you contact Dell for technical assistance. R U N T H E R U N N I N G T H E D E L L D I A G N O S T I C S - Start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities CD (also known as the ResourceCD). If all tests run the Dell Diagnostics before you ... the checks in your User's Guide. 1 Shut down the computer. 2 If the computer is recommended that includes anti-spyware protection (your hard drive. www.dell.com | support.dell.com SAVE AND CLOSE ANY OPEN FILES OR PROGRAMS AND SHUT DOWN YOUR COMPUTER THROUGH THE Start MENU S C A N T H E C O M P U...
... to Use the Dell Diagnostics If you contact Dell for technical assistance. R U N T H E R U N N I N G T H E D E L L D I A G N O S T I C S - Start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities CD (also known as the ResourceCD). If all tests run the Dell Diagnostics before you ... the checks in your User's Guide. 1 Shut down the computer. 2 If the computer is recommended that includes anti-spyware protection (your hard drive. www.dell.com | support.dell.com SAVE AND CLOSE ANY OPEN FILES OR PROGRAMS AND SHUT DOWN YOUR COMPUTER THROUGH THE Start MENU S C A N T H E C O M P U...
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... to continue. 6 Press any questions that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run the Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities CD. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities CD 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD. 2 Shut down your computer and try again. NOTE: If you receive the message Booting...
... to continue. 6 Press any questions that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run the Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities CD. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities CD 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD. 2 Shut down your computer and try again. NOTE: If you receive the message Booting...
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.... Quick Reference Guide 25 Describes the test and may not display the names of the test and any error conditions encountered. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the test screen to return to your computer or all devices from system setup, memory, and various internal...on your computer. Allows you to customize the test by changing the test settings. 4 When the tests are completed, if you run a test from the Drivers and Utilities CD, remove the CD. 5 When the tests are running the test. 3 If you are complete, close the Main Menu screen. Displays ...
.... Quick Reference Guide 25 Describes the test and may not display the names of the test and any error conditions encountered. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the test screen to return to your computer or all devices from system setup, memory, and various internal...on your computer. Allows you to customize the test by changing the test settings. 4 When the tests are completed, if you run a test from the Drivers and Utilities CD, remove the CD. 5 When the tests are running the test. 3 If you are complete, close the Main Menu screen. Displays ...
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..., 13 checking the charge, 11 health gauge, 12 installing, 14 low-battery warning, 13 performance, 9 power meter, 11 removing, 14 storing, 14 C CD operating system, 7 computer crashes, 20-21 slow performance, 22 stops responding, 20 D Dell support site, 6 Dell Diagnostics, 22 Dell Premier Support website, 5-6 diagnostics Dell, 22 Drivers and Utilities CD, 5 documentation device, 5 online, 6 ResourceCD, 5 System Information...
..., 13 checking the charge, 11 health gauge, 12 installing, 14 low-battery warning, 13 performance, 9 power meter, 11 removing, 14 storing, 14 C CD operating system, 7 computer crashes, 20-21 slow performance, 22 stops responding, 20 D Dell support site, 6 Dell Diagnostics, 22 Dell Premier Support website, 5-6 diagnostics Dell, 22 Drivers and Utilities CD, 5 documentation device, 5 online, 6 ResourceCD, 5 System Information...
Service Manual
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...; Latitude™ D610 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Installing the Hard Drive CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from sources other than Dell. Back to Work Inside the Computer." 2. Install the operating system for your computer. For instructions, see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" in your User's Guide. For instructions, see "Reinstalling Microsoft...
...; Latitude™ D610 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Installing the Hard Drive CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from sources other than Dell. Back to Work Inside the Computer." 2. Install the operating system for your computer. For instructions, see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" in your User's Guide. For instructions, see "Reinstalling Microsoft...
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5. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer. Press the hard drive cover down until it is fully seated in the bay, and tighten the screws. 6. Install the operating system for your computer. 7. Back to Contents Page
5. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer. Press the hard drive cover down until it is fully seated in the bay, and tighten the screws. 6. Install the operating system for your computer. 7. Back to Contents Page
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... Volume Meter on your computer. icon in the Volume Control column and slide it . Back to Contents Page Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Dell™ Latitude™ D610 User's Guide Playing a CD or DVD Adjusting the Volume Adjusting the Picture Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device Playing a CD or DVD... laws when you are not using the drive. To format CDs for storing data, to create music CDs, or to copy CDs, see the optional Drivers and Utilities CD. 4. Keep the tray closed when you do not hear the CD or DVD playing. 1. Pull the tray out. 3. Push the tray back...
... Volume Meter on your computer. icon in the Volume Control column and slide it . Back to Contents Page Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Dell™ Latitude™ D610 User's Guide Playing a CD or DVD Adjusting the Volume Adjusting the Picture Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device Playing a CD or DVD... laws when you are not using the drive. To format CDs for storing data, to create music CDs, or to copy CDs, see the optional Drivers and Utilities CD. 4. Keep the tray closed when you do not hear the CD or DVD playing. 1. Pull the tray out. 3. Push the tray back...
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.... 5. Click the Settings option. 4. If the DVD begins playing, click the stop button. 3. Click the DVD Audio Setting icon. 6. Enabling S/PDIF in the Windows Audio Driver NOTE: Enabling S/PDIF in the Windows notification area. 2. Click the Options menu and then click Advanced Controls. 3. Click Start®Programs®PowerDVD to launch...
.... 5. Click the Settings option. 4. If the DVD begins playing, click the stop button. 3. Click the DVD Audio Setting icon. 6. Enabling S/PDIF in the Windows Audio Driver NOTE: Enabling S/PDIF in the Windows notification area. 2. Click the Options menu and then click Advanced Controls. 3. Click Start®Programs®PowerDVD to launch...
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... Page Using the Dell Diagnostics Dell™ Latitude™ D610 User's Guide Dell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you begin any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is recommended ... a hidden diagnostic utility partition on to Use the Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your optional Drivers and Utilities CD. Start the Dell Diagnostics from your docking device for technical assistance. Turn on Dell™ computers. If you wait too long and...
... Page Using the Dell Diagnostics Dell™ Latitude™ D610 User's Guide Dell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you begin any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is recommended ... a hidden diagnostic utility partition on to Use the Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your optional Drivers and Utilities CD. Start the Dell Diagnostics from your docking device for technical assistance. Turn on Dell™ computers. If you wait too long and...
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...on the screen. The device list may indicate requirements for your computer. Allows you are listed, select the version appropriate for running the Dell Diagnostics from the menu that appears. 6. Run Express Test first to your computer. 9. When the tests are completed, if you ... changing the test settings. 4. Type 2 to the Main Menu screen. Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1. Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the optional Drivers and Utilities CD, remove the CD. 5. When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you cannot resolve the error condition...
...on the screen. The device list may indicate requirements for your computer. Allows you are listed, select the version appropriate for running the Dell Diagnostics from the menu that appears. 6. Run Express Test first to your computer. 9. When the tests are completed, if you ... changing the test settings. 4. Type 2 to the Main Menu screen. Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1. Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the optional Drivers and Utilities CD, remove the CD. 5. When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you cannot resolve the error condition...
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... the program, and the necessary video drivers must be visible. If you choose a resolution or color palette that usually appears at one time. Under Pick a category, click Appearance and Themes. 3. Try different settings for future reference. Back to Contents Page Using the Display Dell™ Latitude™ D610 User's Guide Adjusting Brightness Switching the...
... the program, and the necessary video drivers must be visible. If you choose a resolution or color palette that usually appears at one time. Under Pick a category, click Appearance and Themes. 3. Try different settings for future reference. Back to Contents Page Using the Display Dell™ Latitude™ D610 User's Guide Adjusting Brightness Switching the...
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.... 5. Under Pick a Category, click Performance and Maintenance. Back to Contents Page Reinstalling Software Dell™ Latitude™ D610 User's Guide Drivers Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD and the Operating System CD are optional and may not ship...
.... 5. Under Pick a Category, click Performance and Maintenance. Back to Contents Page Reinstalling Software Dell™ Latitude™ D610 User's Guide Drivers Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD and the Operating System CD are optional and may not ship...
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...subsections, or click Extract, follow the screen prompts to install setup files. Click Browse and browse to the location to which you are installing the driver. 6. Click System. 4. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. In most cases, the CD starts running ...(if present) to continue. 3. If no Install button is present, automatic installation is not an option. Click the Driver tab and click Update Driver. 7. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore to return your computer to the operating state that you to ...
...subsections, or click Extract, follow the screen prompts to install setup files. Click Browse and browse to the location to which you are installing the driver. 6. Click System. 4. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. In most cases, the CD starts running ...(if present) to continue. 3. If no Install button is present, automatic installation is not an option. Click the Driver tab and click Update Driver. 7. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore to return your computer to the operating state that you to ...
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...a device is either repeat the steps using System Restore. NOTICE: Make regular backups of the appropriate driver appears, click Next. 10. Follow the instructions on my computer, and click Next. Click a... and click Help and Support. 2. Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides System Restore to allow you set your computer to an... Center for the Windows default view, so they may not work if you to return your Dell™ computer to restore your computer. Creating a Restore Point 1. Click the Start button, ...
...a device is either repeat the steps using System Restore. NOTICE: Make regular backups of the appropriate driver appears, click Next. 10. Follow the instructions on my computer, and click Next. Click a... and click Help and Support. 2. Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides System Restore to allow you set your computer to an... Center for the Windows default view, so they may not work if you to return your Dell™ computer to restore your computer. Creating a Restore Point 1. Click the Start button, ...
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...performing the installation, back up all the steps in the following items: l Dell™ Operating System CD l Dell Drivers and Utilities CD NOTE: The optional Drivers and Utilities CD contains drivers that were installed during assembly of free hard-disk space available, System Restore ...is automatically disabled. Click Next. Reinstalling Windows XP To reinstall Windows XP, perform all data...
...performing the installation, back up all the steps in the following items: l Dell™ Operating System CD l Dell Drivers and Utilities CD NOTE: The optional Drivers and Utilities CD contains drivers that were installed during assembly of free hard-disk space available, System Restore ...is automatically disabled. Click Next. Reinstalling Windows XP To reinstall Windows XP, perform all data...
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19. Back to Contents Page Reinstall the appropriate drivers with the Drivers and Utilities CD. 20. Reinstall your Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works Suite programs, you need the Product Key number located on the back of the Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works Suite CD sleeve. Reinstall your programs. NOTE: To reinstall and activate your virus protection software. 21.
19. Back to Contents Page Reinstall the appropriate drivers with the Drivers and Utilities CD. 20. Reinstall your Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works Suite programs, you need the Product Key number located on the back of the Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works Suite CD sleeve. Reinstall your programs. NOTE: To reinstall and activate your virus protection software. 21.