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Keyboard Problems 48 Mouse Problems 49 Network Problems 50 Power Problems 51 Printer Problems 53 Scanner Problems 54 Sound and Speaker Problems 55 No sound from speakers 55 No sound from headphones 56 Video and Monitor Problems 57 If the screen is blank 57 If the screen is difficult to read 58 3 Advanced Troubleshooting Diagnostic Lights 60 Dell Diagnostics 62 When...
Keyboard Problems 48 Mouse Problems 49 Network Problems 50 Power Problems 51 Printer Problems 53 Scanner Problems 54 Sound and Speaker Problems 55 No sound from speakers 55 No sound from headphones 56 Video and Monitor Problems 57 If the screen is blank 57 If the screen is difficult to read 58 3 Advanced Troubleshooting Diagnostic Lights 60 Dell Diagnostics 62 When...
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HINT: This procedure changes the boot sequence for one time only. Booting to a USB Device To reboot your computer by pressing the power button. 1 Save and close any open files, exit any other devices connected to the connected USB device. On the next start-up, the ...computer boots according to a USB connector (see page 76 and page 78). 2 Shut down your computer, see "General Problems" on the computer. 4 When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. HINT: If you are having difficulty turning off your computer to a USB device such as described next,...
HINT: This procedure changes the boot sequence for one time only. Booting to a USB Device To reboot your computer by pressing the power button. 1 Save and close any open files, exit any other devices connected to the connected USB device. On the next start-up, the ...computer boots according to a USB connector (see page 76 and page 78). 2 Shut down your computer, see "General Problems" on the computer. 4 When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. HINT: If you are having difficulty turning off your computer to a USB device such as described next,...
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SECTION 2 Solving Problems Finding Solutions Finding Help Information Battery Problems Drive Problems E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems Error Messages Keyboard Problems Mouse Problems Network Problems Power Problems Printer Problems Scanner Problems Sound and Speaker Problems Video and Monitor Problems 2
SECTION 2 Solving Problems Finding Solutions Finding Help Information Battery Problems Drive Problems E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems Error Messages Keyboard Problems Mouse Problems Network Problems Power Problems Printer Problems Scanner Problems Sound and Speaker Problems Video and Monitor Problems 2
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... OFF STANDBY MODE IN WINDOWS BEFORE WRITING TO A C D- DVD drive problems TE S T T H E D R I V E W I T H A N O T H E R D V D - To access help file or search for instructions on power conservation modes, see the Tell Me How help files, see page 38.... Click the Start button, and then double-click My Computer. Problems writing to the CD. Try closing all DVD drives. For information on cleaning your antivirus software ...
... OFF STANDBY MODE IN WINDOWS BEFORE WRITING TO A C D- DVD drive problems TE S T T H E D R I V E W I T H A N O T H E R D V D - To access help file or search for instructions on power conservation modes, see the Tell Me How help files, see page 38.... Click the Start button, and then double-click My Computer. Problems writing to the CD. Try closing all DVD drives. For information on cleaning your antivirus software ...
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...Many software manufacturers maintain websites with information that configures a program so it runs in its documentation or on the computer. Then press the power button again to perform an operating system shutdown. So l vi n g Pro b l em s 45 Windows XP provides a Program ... moving your computer locks up and you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on the screen. If your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier Windows operating system RUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD - A program is no longer responding. 4 Click End Task. TU R N T H E C O M P U T...
...Many software manufacturers maintain websites with information that configures a program so it runs in its documentation or on the computer. Then press the power button again to perform an operating system shutdown. So l vi n g Pro b l em s 45 Windows XP provides a Program ... moving your computer locks up and you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on the screen. If your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier Windows operating system RUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD - A program is no longer responding. 4 Click End Task. TU R N T H E C O M P U T...
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...l vi n g Pro b l em s RE S T A R T T H E C O M P U T E R - Otherwise, you are entering are valid. www.dell.com | support.dell.com A solid blue screen appears TU R N T H E C O M P U T E R OF F - The chkdsk program automatically runs during the start-up process. See the...Other software problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION B A C K U P Y O U R F I L E S I M M E D I R U S E S - See the software documentation for information. • If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. Press the power button again...
...l vi n g Pro b l em s RE S T A R T T H E C O M P U T E R - Otherwise, you are entering are valid. www.dell.com | support.dell.com A solid blue screen appears TU R N T H E C O M P U T E R OF F - The chkdsk program automatically runs during the start-up process. See the...Other software problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION B A C K U P Y O U R F I L E S I M M E D I R U S E S - See the software documentation for information. • If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. Press the power button again...
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... pins. • Remove keyboard extension cables and connect the keyboard directly to restart the computer. TE S T T H E K E Y B O A R D - Keyboard Problems RESTART THE COMPUTER - • If the mouse is faulty. Connect a properly working keyboard to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. See page 70. 48... • Shut down , press the power button to restart the computer. • If the computer does not respond to a keystroke or the mouse, press the power button for more information. See page 70. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CHECK YOUR OPERATING SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION FOR ...
... pins. • Remove keyboard extension cables and connect the keyboard directly to restart the computer. TE S T T H E K E Y B O A R D - Keyboard Problems RESTART THE COMPUTER - • If the mouse is faulty. Connect a properly working keyboard to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. See page 70. 48... • Shut down , press the power button to restart the computer. • If the computer does not respond to a keystroke or the mouse, press the power button for more information. See page 70. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CHECK YOUR OPERATING SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION FOR ...
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... setup diagram for damaged or frayed cables. So l vi n g Pro b l em s 49 I F Y O U C O N N E C T E D T H E M O U S E A F T E R T U R N I N G O N T H E C O M P U T E R, REMOVE THE POWER CABLE, AND THEN RECONNECT THE MOUSE C AB L E - If the mouse is connected after the power is firmly connected to the computer. Mouse Problems RESTART THE COMPUTER - 1 Simultaneously press to display the Start menu. 2 Type u, press the keyboard arrow...
... setup diagram for damaged or frayed cables. So l vi n g Pro b l em s 49 I F Y O U C O N N E C T E D T H E M O U S E A F T E R T U R N I N G O N T H E C O M P U T E R, REMOVE THE POWER CABLE, AND THEN RECONNECT THE MOUSE C AB L E - If the mouse is connected after the power is firmly connected to the computer. Mouse Problems RESTART THE COMPUTER - 1 Simultaneously press to display the Start menu. 2 Type u, press the keyboard arrow...
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.... C H E C K F O R I N T E R R U P T R E Q U E S T C O N F L I E S - A D J U S T T H E PO W E R P R O P E R T I C T S - For information on power conservation modes, see the Tell Me How help files, see "Diagnostic Lights" on the front is green and your network settings are correct and that ...T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I N G S - So l vi n g Pro b l em s 51 Press a key on page 9. C H E C K Y O U R N E T W O R K S E T T I N G G R E E N - Power Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in standby mode. Your computer may be in Windows® Help.
.... C H E C K F O R I N T E R R U P T R E Q U E S T C O N F L I E S - A D J U S T T H E PO W E R P R O P E R T I C T S - For information on power conservation modes, see the Tell Me How help files, see "Diagnostic Lights" on the front is green and your network settings are correct and that ...T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I N G S - So l vi n g Pro b l em s 51 Press a key on page 9. C H E C K Y O U R N E T W O R K S E T T I N G G R E E N - Power Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in standby mode. Your computer may be in Windows® Help.
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... is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem might exist. • Ensure that the microprocessor power cable is securely connected to the system board (see page 85). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 116). Other causes of the computer and the electrical outlet. • If the computer is plugged into a power strip, ensure...
... is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem might exist. • Ensure that the microprocessor power cable is securely connected to the system board (see page 85). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 116). Other causes of the computer and the electrical outlet. • If the computer is plugged into a power strip, ensure...
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Printer Problems C H E C K T H E P R I N T E R D O C U M E N T A T I C A L O U T L E T - Ensure that the printer cables are securely connected to the following port(s): setting is LPT1 (Printer Port). If the printer is...connection information. • Ensure that the printer cable is connected as a lamp. HINT: Dell does not cover the printer's warranty. RE I N S T A L L T H E P R I N T E R D R I C T S - See page 70. So l vi n g Pro b l em s 53 See the printer documentation for power button information. VERIFY THAT THE PRINTER IS RECOGNIZED BY WINDOWS® - 1 Click the ...
Printer Problems C H E C K T H E P R I N T E R D O C U M E N T A T I C A L O U T L E T - Ensure that the printer cables are securely connected to the following port(s): setting is LPT1 (Printer Port). If the printer is...connection information. • Ensure that the printer cable is connected as a lamp. HINT: Dell does not cover the printer's warranty. RE I N S T A L L T H E P R I N T E R D R I C T S - See page 70. So l vi n g Pro b l em s 53 See the printer documentation for power button information. VERIFY THAT THE PRINTER IS RECOGNIZED BY WINDOWS® - 1 Click the ...
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... power cable is firmly connected to a working electrical outlet and that the scanner is turned on. • Ensure that your scanner is unlocked if it has a locking tab or button. See the scanner documentation for the correct phone number. See the scanner documentation for instructions. 54 So l vi n g Pro b l em s www.dell... Other Hardware. 4 Click Scanners and Cameras. If your scanner, call the scanner's manufacturer. Ensure that the scanner cable is listed, Windows recognizes the scanner. Scanner Problems C H E C K T H E S C A N N E R D O C U M E N T A T I V E R - RE...
... power cable is firmly connected to a working electrical outlet and that the scanner is turned on. • Ensure that your scanner is unlocked if it has a locking tab or button. See the scanner documentation for the correct phone number. See the scanner documentation for instructions. 54 So l vi n g Pro b l em s www.dell... Other Hardware. 4 Click Scanners and Cameras. If your scanner, call the scanner's manufacturer. Ensure that the scanner cable is listed, Windows recognizes the scanner. Scanner Problems C H E C K T H E S C A N N E R D O C U M E N T A T I V E R - RE...
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... or broken pins. (It is normal for troubleshooting procedures. Video and Monitor Problems If the screen is blank C H E C K T H E M O N I T O R P O W E R L I F U S E D ) - If you are using a video extension cable and removing the cable solves the problem, the cable is lit or blinking, the monitor has power. C H E C K T H E D I A G N O S T I C L I G H T S - HINT: See the monitor documentation for monitor cable connectors to ensure...
... or broken pins. (It is normal for troubleshooting procedures. Video and Monitor Problems If the screen is blank C H E C K T H E M O N I T O R P O W E R L I F U S E D ) - If you are using a video extension cable and removing the cable solves the problem, the cable is lit or blinking, the monitor has power. C H E C K T H E D I A G N O S T I C L I G H T S - HINT: See the monitor documentation for monitor cable connectors to ensure...
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...USB connectors. 14 keyboard connector If you have a USB printer, plug it into the purple keyboard connector. Dell recommends the use of the USB connectors. 11 diagnostic lights (4) Use the lights to help you connect a ... connector Plug the cable from your location. 1 power connector The connection for the power cable. 2 voltage selection switch Set the switch for the voltage that most closely matches the AC power available in connector is on the card. 10...or speaker system into any attached devices before you troubleshoot a computer problem based on the diagnostic code.
...USB connectors. 14 keyboard connector If you have a USB printer, plug it into the purple keyboard connector. Dell recommends the use of the USB connectors. 11 diagnostic lights (4) Use the lights to help you connect a ... connector Plug the cable from your location. 1 power connector The connection for the power cable. 2 voltage selection switch Set the switch for the voltage that most closely matches the AC power available in connector is on the card. 10...or speaker system into any attached devices before you troubleshoot a computer problem based on the diagnostic code.
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...-drive access light Diagnostic code lights 1 For computers with integrated audio. solid amber for power-on back panel 108 Appendix solid green for possible internal power problem green four bicolor (amber and green) located on state; www.dell.com | support.dell.com Ports and Connectors (continued) Audio1 three miniature connectors for line-in, lineout, and...
...-drive access light Diagnostic code lights 1 For computers with integrated audio. solid amber for power-on back panel 108 Appendix solid green for possible internal power problem green four bicolor (amber and green) located on state; www.dell.com | support.dell.com Ports and Connectors (continued) Audio1 three miniature connectors for line-in, lineout, and...
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... come with electrical power - only), one-year, two-year, three-year, or four-year limited warranty. Failure to follow the product instructions or failure to the Dell-branded hardware products through our factory-integration system, third-party software, or the reloading of software • Non-Dell-branded products and accessories • Problems that accompanied...
... come with electrical power - only), one-year, two-year, three-year, or four-year limited warranty. Failure to follow the product instructions or failure to the Dell-branded hardware products through our factory-integration system, third-party software, or the reloading of software • Non-Dell-branded products and accessories • Problems that accompanied...
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... Number within fourteen days of the software • Non-Dell branded products and accessories • Problems that Dell issues the Credit Return Authorization Number. See "Contacting Dell" (see page 116) in your customer documentation (or www.dell.com/us - This limited warranty does not cover: ... your -our end-user customer's-Dellbranded hardware products, including Dell-branded peripheral products, such as -new condition along with product instructions - Servicing not authorized by us • Products with electrical power - All other items that is not in order to ...
... Number within fourteen days of the software • Non-Dell branded products and accessories • Problems that Dell issues the Credit Return Authorization Number. See "Contacting Dell" (see page 116) in your customer documentation (or www.dell.com/us - This limited warranty does not cover: ... your -our end-user customer's-Dellbranded hardware products, including Dell-branded peripheral products, such as -new condition along with product instructions - Servicing not authorized by us • Products with electrical power - All other items that is not in order to ...
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... LIMITATION, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. To request warranty service from defects in accordance with electrical power, usage not in the United States and Canada only. WARRANTY LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS THESE WARRANTIES REPLACE ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR...need additional information from design defects or errors known as part of the problem.] The replacement processor is longer. Dell Computer de Colombia Corporation Carrera 7 #115-33 Oficina 603 Bogota, Colombia Dell Computer de Mexico SA de CV Paseo de la Reforma 2620 - ...
... LIMITATION, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. To request warranty service from defects in accordance with electrical power, usage not in the United States and Canada only. WARRANTY LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS THESE WARRANTIES REPLACE ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR...need additional information from design defects or errors known as part of the problem.] The replacement processor is longer. Dell Computer de Colombia Corporation Carrera 7 #115-33 Oficina 603 Bogota, Colombia Dell Computer de Mexico SA de CV Paseo de la Reforma 2620 - ...
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... I n d e x F Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 25 finding information, 15 finding solutions, 36 fixing problems battery, 38 Dell Diagnostics, 62 drive, 39 e-mail, 42 floppy drive, 39 general, 45 Internet connection, 42 keyboard, 48 modem, 42 mouse, 49 network, 50 power, 51 printer, 53 scanner, 54 sound and speakers, 55 video and monitor, 57...
... I n d e x F Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 25 finding information, 15 finding solutions, 36 fixing problems battery, 38 Dell Diagnostics, 62 drive, 39 e-mail, 42 floppy drive, 39 general, 45 Internet connection, 42 keyboard, 48 modem, 42 mouse, 49 network, 50 power, 51 printer, 53 scanner, 54 sound and speakers, 55 video and monitor, 57...