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... in your User's Guide) or to your computer. Dell™ Product Information Guide Quick Reference Guide 5 NOTE: Additional information may ship with your computer or advanced technical-reference material for my computer • My computer documentation • My device documentation • Notebook System Software (NSS) Find It Here Drivers and Utilities CD (also known as ResourceCD) NOTE...
... in your User's Guide) or to your computer. Dell™ Product Information Guide Quick Reference Guide 5 NOTE: Additional information may ship with your computer or advanced technical-reference material for my computer • My computer documentation • My device documentation • Notebook System Software (NSS) Find It Here Drivers and Utilities CD (also known as ResourceCD) NOTE...
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...parts • Specifications • How to configure system settings • How to direct your computer. The User's Guide is also available on your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact technical support. • Enter ... Service Code • Microsoft Windows License Label Find It Here Dell Latitude™ User's Guide Microsoft® Windows® XP Help and Support Center 1 Click Start→ Help and Support→ Dell User and System Guides→ System Guides. 2 Click the User's Guide for your call when ...
...parts • Specifications • How to configure system settings • How to direct your computer. The User's Guide is also available on your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact technical support. • Enter ... Service Code • Microsoft Windows License Label Find It Here Dell Latitude™ User's Guide Microsoft® Windows® XP Help and Support Center 1 Click Start→ Help and Support→ Dell User and System Guides→ System Guides. 2 Click the User's Guide for your call when ...
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...-time health scans of your Dell computer. 2 Select Drivers & Downloads and click Go. 3 Click your operating system and search for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - Service...dell.com NOTE: Select your operating system and support for Dell™ 3.5-inch USB floppy drives, Intel® Pentium® M processors, optical drives, and USB devices. Access the Dell Support Utility from technicians, online courses, frequently asked questions, hot topics, and general health of your computing environment Dell Support Utility The Dell...
...-time health scans of your Dell computer. 2 Select Drivers & Downloads and click Go. 3 Click your operating system and search for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - Service...dell.com NOTE: Select your operating system and support for Dell™ 3.5-inch USB floppy drives, Intel® Pentium® M processors, optical drives, and USB devices. Access the Dell Support Utility from technicians, online courses, frequently asked questions, hot topics, and general health of your computing environment Dell Support Utility The Dell...
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The operating system is located on your computer. NOTE: The color of your CD varies based on Dell QuickSet, see your operating system, use the Drivers and Utilities CD (ResourceCD) to reinstall my operating system Find It Here Dell QuickSet Help To view Dell QuickSet Help, right-click the icon in the Microsoft® Windows® taskbar. To reinstall...
The operating system is located on your computer. NOTE: The color of your CD varies based on Dell QuickSet, see your operating system, use the Drivers and Utilities CD (ResourceCD) to reinstall my operating system Find It Here Dell QuickSet Help To view Dell QuickSet Help, right-click the icon in the Microsoft® Windows® taskbar. To reinstall...
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... the Windows XP operating system environment, access to licensed content is digital content that has Digital Rights Management (DRM) applied to get a response by pressing a key on your computer. • Ensure that the program is compatible with your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to access Help. Click EagleVision to reduce processor requirements when...
... the Windows XP operating system environment, access to licensed content is digital content that has Digital Rights Management (DRM) applied to get a response by pressing a key on your computer. • Ensure that the program is compatible with your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to access Help. Click EagleVision to reduce processor requirements when...
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When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities CD. 20 Quick Reference Guide NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to scan the computer and remove spyware. Then shut down the computer. 2 If the computer is optional and may require an upgrade) to wait...
When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities CD. 20 Quick Reference Guide NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to scan the computer and remove spyware. Then shut down the computer. 2 If the computer is optional and may require an upgrade) to wait...
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... drive. Then shut down and restart the computer. 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. If multiple versions are detected during the Pre-boot System Assessment, write down the error code(s) and contact Dell (see the Windows desktop. to continue to...
... drive. Then shut down and restart the computer. 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. If multiple versions are detected during the Pre-boot System Assessment, write down the error code(s) and contact Dell (see the Windows desktop. to continue to...
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...a test from the Custom Test or Symptom Tree option, click the applicable tab described in the following table for running the Dell Diagnostics from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of the...Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the test screen to return to the Main Menu screen. Lists the most common symptoms encountered and allows you want . Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for all devices from the Drivers...
...a test from the Custom Test or Symptom Tree option, click the applicable tab described in the following table for running the Dell Diagnostics from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of the...Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the test screen to return to the Main Menu screen. Lists the most common symptoms encountered and allows you want . Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for all devices from the Drivers...
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... meter, 15 removing, 17 storing, 18 C CD Operating System, 8 computer crashes, 18-19 slow performance, 20 stops responding, 18 D Dell support site, 7 Dell Diagnostics, 20 Dell MediaDirect problems, 19 diagnostics Dell, 20 Drivers and Utilities CD, 5 documentation device, 5 online, 7 ResourceCD, 5 User's Guide, 6 drivers ResourceCD, 5 Drivers and Utilities CD, 5 F Finding Information, 5 H hardware Dell Diagnostics, 20 L labels Microsoft Windows, 6 Service Tag, 6 O Operating...
... meter, 15 removing, 17 storing, 18 C CD Operating System, 8 computer crashes, 18-19 slow performance, 20 stops responding, 18 D Dell support site, 7 Dell Diagnostics, 20 Dell MediaDirect problems, 19 diagnostics Dell, 20 Drivers and Utilities CD, 5 documentation device, 5 online, 7 ResourceCD, 5 User's Guide, 6 drivers ResourceCD, 5 Drivers and Utilities CD, 5 F Finding Information, 5 H hardware Dell Diagnostics, 20 L labels Microsoft Windows, 6 Service Tag, 6 O Operating...
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R reinstalling Drivers and Utilities CD, 5 ResourceCD, 5 ResourceCD Dell Diagnostics, 20 S safety instructions, 5 Service Tag, 6 software problems, 18-19 spyware, 20 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities CD, 21 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive, 20 system views back, 12 bottom, 13 front, 10 left side, 11 right side, 12 W warranty, 5 Windows XP Program Compatibility Wizard, 18 wizards Program Compatibility Wizard, 18 T troubleshooting Dell Diagnostics, 20 U User's Guide, 6 24 Index
R reinstalling Drivers and Utilities CD, 5 ResourceCD, 5 ResourceCD Dell Diagnostics, 20 S safety instructions, 5 Service Tag, 6 software problems, 18-19 spyware, 20 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities CD, 21 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive, 20 system views back, 12 bottom, 13 front, 10 left side, 11 right side, 12 W warranty, 5 Windows XP Program Compatibility Wizard, 18 wizards Program Compatibility Wizard, 18 T troubleshooting Dell Diagnostics, 20 U User's Guide, 6 24 Index
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...If you to eject a card by pulling its cable, if one is completely seated in the configuration utility, you remove it from the computer. If the configuration program tells you encounter too much resistance, do not stop it from functioning before you could lose data. See the... instructions for installing a PC Card. The computer recognizes most PC Cards and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. Removing a Card or Blank CAUTION: Before you must press the latch twice: once to pop the latch out...
...If you to eject a card by pulling its cable, if one is completely seated in the configuration utility, you remove it from the computer. If the configuration program tells you encounter too much resistance, do not stop it from functioning before you could lose data. See the... instructions for installing a PC Card. The computer recognizes most PC Cards and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. Removing a Card or Blank CAUTION: Before you must press the latch twice: once to pop the latch out...
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... both the graphics card and the display must support the program, and the necessary video drivers must be visible. Back to Contents Page Using the Display Dell™ Latitude™ D620 User's Guide Adjusting Brightness Switching the Video Image Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate Dual Independent... Resolution and Refresh Rate To display a program at one time. Under Pick a task..., click the area you start the computer with your Dell-installed operating system. You can press the following keys to adjust display brightness: l Press and the up - Switching the Video Image When ...
... both the graphics card and the display must support the program, and the necessary video drivers must be visible. Back to Contents Page Using the Display Dell™ Latitude™ D620 User's Guide Adjusting Brightness Switching the Video Image Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate Dual Independent... Resolution and Refresh Rate To display a program at one time. Under Pick a task..., click the area you start the computer with your Dell-installed operating system. You can press the following keys to adjust display brightness: l Press and the up - Switching the Video Image When ...
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... need to install drivers if you: l Upgrade your computer to you install or update a driver, use the device. NOTICE: The Drivers and Utilities CD may contain drivers for Dell™ computers. l Reinstall your computer after you with required drivers already installed-no further... driver. 1. Back to Contents Page Reinstalling Software Dell™ Latitude™ D620 User's Guide Drivers Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore Using the Operating System CD NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD and the Operating System CD...
... need to install drivers if you: l Upgrade your computer to you install or update a driver, use the device. NOTICE: The Drivers and Utilities CD may contain drivers for Dell™ computers. l Reinstall your computer after you with required drivers already installed-no further... driver. 1. Back to Contents Page Reinstalling Software Dell™ Latitude™ D620 User's Guide Drivers Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore Using the Operating System CD NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD and the Operating System CD...
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... first enable the infrared sensor in the toolbar, select your computer. 5. Click the Driver tab and click Update Driver. If using Device Driver Rollback or System Restore does not resolve the problem, then reinstall the driver from the System Model, Operating System, and Topic drop-down menu in system setup (see the appropriate instructions in the previous section, click...
... first enable the infrared sensor in the toolbar, select your computer. 5. Click the Driver tab and click Update Driver. If using Device Driver Rollback or System Restore does not resolve the problem, then reinstall the driver from the System Model, Operating System, and Topic drop-down menu in system setup (see the appropriate instructions in the previous section, click...
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...to the hardware, software, or other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state. Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides System Restore to allow you set your computer to an earlier operating state (without ...default view, so they may not work if you to return your Dell™ computer to start the search. 3. Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State NOTICE: Before you previously extracted the driver files. 9. The Select a Restore Point screen provides a calendar ...
...to the hardware, software, or other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state. Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides System Restore to allow you set your computer to an earlier operating state (without ...default view, so they may not work if you to return your Dell™ computer to start the search. 3. Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State NOTICE: Before you previously extracted the driver files. 9. The Select a Restore Point screen provides a calendar ...
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... System CD l Dell Drivers and Utilities CD NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD contains drivers that Turn off System Restore is enabled: 1. Save and close all open files and exit any files or programs until the system restoration is automatically disabled. The System Restore screen appears and the computer restarts. 4. Enabling System Restore If you reinstall Windows XP with a newly installed driver...
... System CD l Dell Drivers and Utilities CD NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD contains drivers that Turn off System Restore is enabled: 1. Save and close all open files and exit any files or programs until the system restoration is automatically disabled. The System Restore screen appears and the computer restarts. 4. Enabling System Restore If you reinstall Windows XP with a newly installed driver...
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...Dell™ Latitude™ D620 User's Guide NOTE: Some features or media may be optional and may not ship with your computer. l Warranty information l Terms and Conditions (U.S. l A diagnostic program for my computer l Drivers for technicians or experienced users. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can use the CD to reinstall drivers (see Reinstalling Drivers... parts l Specifications l How to configure system settings l How to your computer. Dell™ Product Information Guide Dell Latitude™ User's Guide Microsoft Windows XP Help and Support Center 1. What Are ...
...Dell™ Latitude™ D620 User's Guide NOTE: Some features or media may be optional and may not ship with your computer. l Warranty information l Terms and Conditions (U.S. l A diagnostic program for my computer l Drivers for technicians or experienced users. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can use the CD to reinstall drivers (see Reinstalling Drivers... parts l Specifications l How to configure system settings l How to your computer. Dell™ Product Information Guide Dell Latitude™ User's Guide Microsoft Windows XP Help and Support Center 1. What Are ...
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... recommended that came with your operating system, use Windows XP l How to work with your call and order status, warranty, and repair information l Service and support - Computer documentation, details on the bottom of your Dell computer. NSS provides critical updates for Dell™ 3.5-inch USB floppy drives, Intel® Pentium® M processors, optical drives, and USB devices...
... recommended that came with your operating system, use Windows XP l How to work with your call and order status, warranty, and repair information l Service and support - Computer documentation, details on the bottom of your Dell computer. NSS provides critical updates for Dell™ 3.5-inch USB floppy drives, Intel® Pentium® M processors, optical drives, and USB devices...
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... processor or incorporated into foreign countries. bps - bits per second - BTU - bus speed - byte - C C - cache - Secondary cache which can be erased or written over. Data can either a reserved section of time (years) during which allows the storage driver ... included with your particular computer. A CD that allows system memory to enable technologies such as system setup. A dedicated graphics port that you can use to Contents Page Glossary Dell™ Latitude™ D620 User's Guide Terms in your computer. ® Bluetooth wireless technology - AGP delivers ...
... processor or incorporated into foreign countries. bps - bits per second - BTU - bus speed - byte - C C - cache - Secondary cache which can be erased or written over. Data can either a reserved section of time (years) during which allows the storage driver ... included with your particular computer. A CD that allows system memory to enable technologies such as system setup. A dedicated graphics port that you can use to Contents Page Glossary Dell™ Latitude™ D620 User's Guide Terms in your computer. ® Bluetooth wireless technology - AGP delivers ...
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... erased and written over (rewritten). Memory that conforms to your computer. dual-core - DVD recordable - Once recorded, the data cannot be recorded...system and hardware settings, such as a printer. Also referred to select the data unit size or stripe width. CRIMM - cursor - D DDR SDRAM - DDR2 SDRAM - double-data-rate 2 SDRAM - Disk striping can read DVDs and most CD media and write to bypass the processor. Computers...Panel - The marker on your display. double-data-rate SDRAM - See driver. direct memory access - DRAM - Data can write to transfer data and...
... erased and written over (rewritten). Memory that conforms to your computer. dual-core - DVD recordable - Once recorded, the data cannot be recorded...system and hardware settings, such as a printer. Also referred to select the data unit size or stripe width. CRIMM - cursor - D DDR SDRAM - DDR2 SDRAM - double-data-rate 2 SDRAM - Disk striping can read DVDs and most CD media and write to bypass the processor. Computers...Panel - The marker on your display. double-data-rate SDRAM - See driver. direct memory access - DRAM - Data can write to transfer data and...