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3 Troubleshooting Tools Diagnostic Lights 43 Dell Diagnostics 46 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 46 Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 47 Drivers 48 What Is a Driver 48 Identifying Drivers 48 Reinstalling Drivers 49 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 50 Restoring Your Operating System 50 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 50 4 Removing and Installing Parts Before You ...
3 Troubleshooting Tools Diagnostic Lights 43 Dell Diagnostics 46 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 46 Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 47 Drivers 48 What Is a Driver 48 Identifying Drivers 48 Reinstalling Drivers 49 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 50 Restoring Your Operating System 50 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 50 4 Removing and Installing Parts Before You ...
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support.dell.com NOTE: Select your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on the screen. 10 Finding Information Find It Here • Latest drivers for my computer • Answers to technical service and support questions • Online discussions with other ... Not all countries. Contact information, order status, warranty, and repair information • Downloads - Drivers, patches, and software updates • Reference - Upgrade information for ? www.dell.com | support.dell.com What are available in all selections are you looking for components, such as a modem) ...
support.dell.com NOTE: Select your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on the screen. 10 Finding Information Find It Here • Latest drivers for my computer • Answers to technical service and support questions • Online discussions with other ... Not all countries. Contact information, order status, warranty, and repair information • Downloads - Drivers, patches, and software updates • Reference - Upgrade information for ? www.dell.com | support.dell.com What are available in all selections are you looking for components, such as a modem) ...
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...; Load paper and install the toner or ink cartridge. • Contact the printer manufacturer for setup information, including how to: • Obtain and install updated drivers. • Connect the printer to the computer. Setting Up and Using Your Computer 13 Setting Up a Printer NOTICE: Complete the operating system setup before you...
...; Load paper and install the toner or ink cartridge. • Contact the printer manufacturer for setup information, including how to: • Obtain and install updated drivers. • Connect the printer to the computer. Setting Up and Using Your Computer 13 Setting Up a Printer NOTICE: Complete the operating system setup before you...
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... a cable separately, ensure that came with your computer with a printer cable, so if you have not already done so. 2 Install the printer driver if necessary. The USB connectors fit only one way. Connecting a USB Printer NOTE: You can connect USB devices while the computer is compatible with your...Type I and II (CF I/II) • SmartMedia (SMC) • Memory Stick (MS/MS Pro) 14 Setting Up and Using Your Computer www.dell.com | support.dell.com Printer Cable Your printer connects to your printer. 3 Attach the USB printer cable to your computer, the cable may not come with a USB...
... a cable separately, ensure that came with your computer with a printer cable, so if you have not already done so. 2 Install the printer driver if necessary. The USB connectors fit only one way. Connecting a USB Printer NOTE: You can connect USB devices while the computer is compatible with your...Type I and II (CF I/II) • SmartMedia (SMC) • Memory Stick (MS/MS Pro) 14 Setting Up and Using Your Computer www.dell.com | support.dell.com Printer Cable Your printer connects to your printer. 3 Attach the USB printer cable to your computer, the cable may not come with a USB...
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... Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any open programs you are not using to see page 46). 34 Solving Problems www.dell.com | support.dell.com Other software problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • Ensure that ...hardware requirements needed to ensure that your computer is installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see if that resolves the problem. • See the software documentation for information. • ...
... Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any open programs you are not using to see page 46). 34 Solving Problems www.dell.com | support.dell.com Other software problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • Ensure that ...hardware requirements needed to ensure that your computer is installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see if that resolves the problem. • See the software documentation for information. • ...
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... the computer, close the Main Menu screen. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for the selected device. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Tab Configuration Parameters Function Displays your hardware configuration for all devices attached to the Main Menu screen. Each device has its driver recognizes. A driver acts like a translator between the device and any...
... the computer, close the Main Menu screen. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for the selected device. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Tab Configuration Parameters Function Displays your hardware configuration for all devices attached to the Main Menu screen. Each device has its driver recognizes. A driver acts like a translator between the device and any...
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Reinstalling Drivers NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com provides approved drivers for which you are installing the driver. 6 Click the Driver tab and click Update Driver. 7 Click Install from other sources, your computer after you install or update a driver, use System Restore to return your computer to the operating state that existed before you may need...
Reinstalling Drivers NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com provides approved drivers for which you are installing the driver. 6 Click the Driver tab and click Update Driver. 7 Click Install from other sources, your computer after you install or update a driver, use System Restore to return your computer to the operating state that existed before you may need...
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.... 2 Click System Restore. 3 Follow the instructions on the hard drive and removes any applications installed after you install a device driver, use Device Driver Rollback (see page 10. If that is detected but incorrectly configured, you to return your computer to an earlier operating state (...without affecting data files. • Dell PC Restore by Symantec restores your hard drive to resolve a hardware conflict on using System Restore....
.... 2 Click System Restore. 3 Follow the instructions on the hard drive and removes any applications installed after you install a device driver, use Device Driver Rollback (see page 10. If that is detected but incorrectly configured, you to return your computer to an earlier operating state (...without affecting data files. • Dell PC Restore by Symantec restores your hard drive to resolve a hardware conflict on using System Restore....
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...such as the last method to restore your operating system. To use PC Restore: 1 Turn on the hard drive and removes any applications or drivers installed after you purchased the computer. The restore process takes approximately 6-10 minutes to complete. 5 When prompted, click Finish to its original ..., the screens that appeared the first time the computer was in all data before using PC Restore. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec NOTE: Dell PC Restore by Symantec only as the End User License Agreement, are permanently deleted from the hard drive....
...such as the last method to restore your operating system. To use PC Restore: 1 Turn on the hard drive and removes any applications or drivers installed after you purchased the computer. The restore process takes approximately 6-10 minutes to complete. 5 When prompted, click Finish to its original ..., the screens that appeared the first time the computer was in all data before using PC Restore. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec NOTE: Dell PC Restore by Symantec only as the End User License Agreement, are permanently deleted from the hard drive....
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..., such as printers and keyboards. 9 1 8 2 7 3* 4* 5 6 *Not present on all computers. 1 breakaway hinges (2) To prevent damage to your computer. Doing so may need to install a specific driver to "break away" if it is recommended that came with an optional Media Card Reader.) 5 USB 2.0 connectors (2) Use the front USB connectors for more USB...
..., such as printers and keyboards. 9 1 8 2 7 3* 4* 5 6 *Not present on all computers. 1 breakaway hinges (2) To prevent damage to your computer. Doing so may need to install a specific driver to "break away" if it is recommended that came with an optional Media Card Reader.) 5 USB 2.0 connectors (2) Use the front USB connectors for more USB...
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retention arm filler bracket Removing and Installing Parts 67 Then continue with step 6. If you are replacing a card, remove the current driver for the card from the operating system. If you are installing or replacing a PCI Express card, follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page ...
retention arm filler bracket Removing and Installing Parts 67 Then continue with step 6. If you are replacing a card, remove the current driver for the card from the operating system. If you are installing or replacing a PCI Express card, follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page ...
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... the equipment. 10 Connect any cables that came with the card for the card as described in the card documentation. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 9 Press the retention arm into the computer. 11 Close the computer cover, reconnect the computer and devices to electrical outlets..., and then turn them on page 53. 2 If necessary, disconnect any drivers required for information about the card's cable connections. Removing a PCI Express Card...
... the equipment. 10 Connect any cables that came with the card for the card as described in the card documentation. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 9 Press the retention arm into the computer. 11 Close the computer cover, reconnect the computer and devices to electrical outlets..., and then turn them on page 53. 2 If necessary, disconnect any drivers required for information about the card's cable connections. Removing a PCI Express Card...
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... procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the card documentation. Media Card Reader For information on . 7 Remove the card's driver from the operating system. 8 Install any drivers required for the card as described in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the...
... procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the card documentation. Media Card Reader For information on . 7 Remove the card's driver from the operating system. 8 Install any drivers required for the card as described in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the...
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com USB Controller Serial Port Video Primary Video Video Memory Size Performance HyperThreading HDD Acoustic Mode Security DEP (Execute Disable) Unlock Setup Set to On (... option appears in the Options List. • Bypass - The hard drive operates at its maximum speed. Full DEP coverage with the application. • Opt-Out - Drivers and the Widows core kernel binaries are included in System Properties, or IT Pros and ISVs can use , the port is enabled. 88 Appendix Auto...
www.dell.com | support.dell.com USB Controller Serial Port Video Primary Video Video Memory Size Performance HyperThreading HDD Acoustic Mode Security DEP (Execute Disable) Unlock Setup Set to On (... option appears in the Options List. • Bypass - The hard drive operates at its maximum speed. Full DEP coverage with the application. • Opt-Out - Drivers and the Widows core kernel binaries are included in System Properties, or IT Pros and ISVs can use , the port is enabled. 88 Appendix Auto...
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...or installed through CFI for restoration of the operating system, software programs, and hardware drivers to the original default configuration as shipped from the center to use on ). However, Dell also extends a parts replacement program to cover all nonstandard, third-party hardware components...2 With a soft, lint-free cloth, gently wipe the bottom of the disc (the unlabeled side) in a straight line from Dell, as well as the verification of appropriate functionality of your computer. Additional technical support options may be available for telephonic modems, docking stations...
...or installed through CFI for restoration of the operating system, software programs, and hardware drivers to the original default configuration as shipped from the center to use on ). However, Dell also extends a parts replacement program to cover all nonstandard, third-party hardware components...2 With a soft, lint-free cloth, gently wipe the bottom of the disc (the unlabeled side) in a straight line from Dell, as well as the verification of appropriate functionality of your computer. Additional technical support options may be available for telephonic modems, docking stations...
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..., 57 copying CDs and DVDs, 21 cover closing, 80 opening, 59 D Dell contacting, 95-96 Dell Diagnostics, 46 support policy, 94 Dell Support website, 10 diagnostic lights, 43 diagnostics Dell, 46 lights, 43 display. See monitor documentation, 9 finding, 9 online, 10 setup diagram, 9 drivers, 48 about, 48 identifying, 48 drives problems, 27 DVD drive problems, 28...
..., 57 copying CDs and DVDs, 21 cover closing, 80 opening, 59 D Dell contacting, 95-96 Dell Diagnostics, 46 support policy, 94 Dell Support website, 10 diagnostic lights, 43 diagnostics Dell, 46 lights, 43 display. See monitor documentation, 9 finding, 9 online, 10 setup diagram, 9 drivers, 48 about, 48 identifying, 48 drives problems, 27 DVD drive problems, 28...
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T technical support policy, 94 troubleshooting Dell Diagnostics, 46 diagnostic lights, 43 Hardware Troubleshooter, 50 Help and Support Center, 10 restore to previous operating state, 50 tips, 27 TV connect to computer, 15 U USB booting to devices, 90 V video problems, 40 volume adjusting, 39 W Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 49 Hardware Troubleshooter, 50 Help...
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