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... 46 Drivers 48 What Is a Driver 48 Identifying Drivers 48 Reinstalling Drivers 48 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 49 Restoring Your Operating System 50 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 50 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 51 4 Removing and Installing Parts Before You Begin 53 Recommended Tools 53 Turning Off Your Computer 53...
... 46 Drivers 48 What Is a Driver 48 Identifying Drivers 48 Reinstalling Drivers 48 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 49 Restoring Your Operating System 50 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 50 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 51 4 Removing and Installing Parts Before You Begin 53 Recommended Tools 53 Turning Off Your Computer 53...
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...: Windows XP Professional includes security and networking features not available in standby mode, it may lose data. NOTICE: If your computer uses when it is restored to the Network Setup Wizard and follow the instructions on and you are not using it. When the computer exits from a power conservation mode, the...
...: Windows XP Professional includes security and networking features not available in standby mode, it may lose data. NOTICE: If your computer uses when it is restored to the Network Setup Wizard and follow the instructions on and you are not using it. When the computer exits from a power conservation mode, the...
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...the computer. If you require minimal power conservation. 24 Setting Up and Using Your Computer To exit from hibernate mode, the desktop is restored to select one of the standard Windows schemes installed on the Power Schemes tab, Advanced tab, and Hibernate tab. Because hibernate mode ...Each scheme has different settings for each scheme appear in the Power Options Properties window. The Power schemes drop-down menu. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Hibernate Mode Hibernate mode conserves power by copying system data to exit from hibernate mode. To activate hibernate mode: 1 Click...
...the computer. If you require minimal power conservation. 24 Setting Up and Using Your Computer To exit from hibernate mode, the desktop is restored to select one of the standard Windows schemes installed on the Power Schemes tab, Advanced tab, and Hibernate tab. Because hibernate mode ...Each scheme has different settings for each scheme appear in the Power Options Properties window. The Power schemes drop-down menu. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Hibernate Mode Hibernate mode conserves power by copying system data to exit from hibernate mode. To activate hibernate mode: 1 Click...
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Contact Dell (see if it is enabled in the BIOS setup. When Microsoft Windows XP detects the Media Card Reader, the device is automatically assigned a drive letter ... are prompted to access the Media Card Reader when no media is mapped to a network drive, Windows XP does not automatically assign a drive letter to restore computer resources. Solving Problems 31 C L O S E S O M E P R O G R A M S A N D T R Y A G A I N G S YS T E M N O T F O U N D - In some cases, you attempt to insert media. If you might have to restart your selection. If so, run...
Contact Dell (see if it is enabled in the BIOS setup. When Microsoft Windows XP detects the Media Card Reader, the device is automatically assigned a drive letter ... are prompted to access the Media Card Reader when no media is mapped to a network drive, Windows XP does not automatically assign a drive letter to restore computer resources. Solving Problems 31 C L O S E S O M E P R O G R A M S A N D T R Y A G A I N G S YS T E M N O T F O U N D - In some cases, you attempt to insert media. If you might have to restart your selection. If so, run...
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... of the appropriate driver appears, click Next. 10 Click Finish and restart your computer to the operating state that existed before you can use System Restore to return your computer. Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly...
... of the appropriate driver appears, click Next. 10 Click Finish and restart your computer to the operating state that existed before you can use System Restore to return your computer. Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly...
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...the hardware, software, or other system settings have left the computer in boldface type. 50 Troubleshooting Tools Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all data on using System Restore. The Select a Restore Point screen provides a calendar that is selected and click Next. 3 Click a calendar date to ... any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any applications installed after you want to restore your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 4 In the Hardware Troubleshooter list, click I need to resolve a hardware conflict on the...
...the hardware, software, or other system settings have left the computer in boldface type. 50 Troubleshooting Tools Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all data on using System Restore. The Select a Restore Point screen provides a calendar that is selected and click Next. 3 Click a calendar date to ... any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any applications installed after you want to restore your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 4 In the Hardware Troubleshooter list, click I need to resolve a hardware conflict on the...
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... and close all countries. If possible, back up the data before using PC Restore. Use Dell PC Restore by Symantec NOTE: Dell PC Restore is automatically disabled. Troubleshooting Tools 51 The Restoration Complete screen appears after you received your operating system. Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec only as the last method to All Programs→ Accessories→...
... and close all countries. If possible, back up the data before using PC Restore. Use Dell PC Restore by Symantec NOTE: Dell PC Restore is automatically disabled. Troubleshooting Tools 51 The Restoration Complete screen appears after you received your operating system. Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec only as the last method to All Programs→ Accessories→...
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... screen that appeared the first time the computer was turned on the computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com To use PC Restore: 1 Turn on . 7 Click Next. During the boot process, a blue bar with PC Restore, click Reboot in time, let the computer finish restarting, and then restart the ... 6 When prompted, click Yes. NOTICE: If you do not want to proceed with www.dell.com appears at the top of the screen. 2 Immediately upon seeing the blue bar, press . The System Restore screen appears and the computer restarts. 8 After the computer restarts, click OK. 52 Troubleshooting Tools...
... screen that appeared the first time the computer was turned on the computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com To use PC Restore: 1 Turn on . 7 Click Next. During the boot process, a blue bar with PC Restore, click Reboot in time, let the computer finish restarting, and then restart the ... 6 When prompted, click Yes. NOTICE: If you do not want to proceed with www.dell.com appears at the top of the screen. 2 Immediately upon seeing the blue bar, press . The System Restore screen appears and the computer restarts. 8 After the computer restarts, click OK. 52 Troubleshooting Tools...
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... page 99). Replace the battery only with a blunt, nonconducting object such as a plastic screwdriver. 98 Removing and Installing Parts www.dell.com | support.dell.com Battery Replacing the Battery CAUTION: Before you can restore the correct settings in step 8. 2 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 53. 3 Locate the battery socket...
... page 99). Replace the battery only with a blunt, nonconducting object such as a plastic screwdriver. 98 Removing and Installing Parts www.dell.com | support.dell.com Battery Replacing the Battery CAUTION: Before you can restore the correct settings in step 8. 2 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 53. 3 Locate the battery socket...
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... no tools or extra parts are connected, and fold cables out of the way. battery battery socket 6 Replace the computer cover (see page 105) and restore the settings you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in step 1. 9 Properly dispose of the old battery. Gently...
... no tools or extra parts are connected, and fold cables out of the way. battery battery socket 6 Replace the computer cover (see page 105) and restore the settings you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in step 1. 9 Properly dispose of the old battery. Gently...
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...suspend mode, hibernate mode, or when powered off for most components, however, system memory remains active. Maintenance CMOS Defaults This setting restores the computer's default settings. When Low Power Mode (in the Power Management menu) is selected, remote wakeup events no longer ... if you turn on . Password Status This option locks the system password field with the System Password option. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Security This section displays available system security options. Auto Power On Sets the computer to the computer's system setup...
...suspend mode, hibernate mode, or when powered off for most components, however, system memory remains active. Maintenance CMOS Defaults This setting restores the computer's default settings. When Low Power Mode (in the Power Management menu) is selected, remote wakeup events no longer ... if you turn on . Password Status This option locks the system password field with the System Password option. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Security This section displays available system security options. Auto Power On Sets the computer to the computer's system setup...
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... page 53. 112 Appendix Each device has a number next to it . 3 Press the up or down your computer (see the Microsoft Windows desktop. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 3 When F2 = Setup, F12 = Boot Menu appears in case you are booting to a USB memory key, highlight USB Flash Device and press .... page 106). 2 Use the arrow keys to highlight the Boot Sequence menu option and press to access the menu. and down your device is to restore it . 4 At the bottom of the menu, enter the number of devices. 4 Press the spacebar to enable or disable a device (enabled devices have a checkmark). 5...
... page 53. 112 Appendix Each device has a number next to it . 3 Press the up or down your computer (see the Microsoft Windows desktop. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 3 When F2 = Setup, F12 = Boot Menu appears in case you are booting to a USB memory key, highlight USB Flash Device and press .... page 106). 2 Use the arrow keys to highlight the Boot Sequence menu option and press to access the menu. and down your device is to restore it . 4 At the bottom of the menu, enter the number of devices. 4 Press the spacebar to enable or disable a device (enabled devices have a checkmark). 5...
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... computer system, examine all FCC registration labels located on ). To determine which classification applies to the original default configuration as shipped from Dell, as well as Class B digital devices. Only) Technician-assisted technical support requires the cooperation and participation of the customer in a... so on the bottom, side, or back panel of the computer and all associated cabling are provided pursuant to be available for restoration of the operating system, software programs, and hardware drivers to your computer, on card-mounting brackets, and on ). Definition of...
... computer system, examine all FCC registration labels located on ). To determine which classification applies to the original default configuration as shipped from Dell, as well as Class B digital devices. Only) Technician-assisted technical support requires the cooperation and participation of the customer in a... so on the bottom, side, or back panel of the computer and all associated cabling are provided pursuant to be available for restoration of the operating system, software programs, and hardware drivers to your computer, on card-mounting brackets, and on ). Definition of...
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...28 CDs copying, 17 playing, 15 Check Disk, 29 CMOS settings clearing, 114 computer components inside, 60 crashes, 32-33 inside view, 60 restore to previous state, 50 stops responding, 32 connectors center/LFE, 58 headphone, 56 line-in, 58 line-out, 58 microphone, 56, 58... 58 USB, 56, 58 VGA, 58 video, 58 copying CDs and DVDs, 17 cover removing, 59 replacing, 99 D Dell Dell Diagnostics, 46 support policy, 116 support site, 10 diagnostic lights, 43 diagnostics Dell, 46 lights, 43, 56 documentation End User License Agreement, 9 ergonomics, 9 Finding Information, 9 online, 10 Product Information ...
...28 CDs copying, 17 playing, 15 Check Disk, 29 CMOS settings clearing, 114 computer components inside, 60 crashes, 32-33 inside view, 60 restore to previous state, 50 stops responding, 32 connectors center/LFE, 58 headphone, 56 line-in, 58 line-out, 58 microphone, 56, 58... 58 USB, 56, 58 VGA, 58 video, 58 copying CDs and DVDs, 17 cover removing, 59 replacing, 99 D Dell Dell Diagnostics, 46 support policy, 116 support site, 10 diagnostic lights, 43 diagnostics Dell, 46 lights, 43, 56 documentation End User License Agreement, 9 ergonomics, 9 Finding Information, 9 online, 10 Product Information ...
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... up, 11 USB, 11 problems battery, 27 blue screen, 33 CD drive, 28 CD-RW drive, 28 computer crashes, 32-33 computer stops responding, 32 Dell Diagnostics, 46 diagnostic lights, 43 drives, 27 DVD drive, 28 e-mail, 29 error messages, 30 general, 32 hard drive, 29 Internet, 29 keyboard, 32 Media..., 41 mouse, 35 network, 36 power, 36 power light conditions, 36 printer, 37 program crashes, 33 program stops responding, 33 programs and Windows compatibility, 33 restore to read, 41 motherboard.
... up, 11 USB, 11 problems battery, 27 blue screen, 33 CD drive, 28 CD-RW drive, 28 computer crashes, 32-33 computer stops responding, 32 Dell Diagnostics, 46 diagnostic lights, 43 drives, 27 DVD drive, 28 e-mail, 29 error messages, 30 general, 32 hard drive, 29 Internet, 29 keyboard, 32 Media..., 41 mouse, 35 network, 36 power, 36 power light conditions, 36 printer, 37 program crashes, 33 program stops responding, 33 programs and Windows compatibility, 33 restore to read, 41 motherboard.
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...memory, 101 physical, 104 power, 104 processor, 101 technical, 101 video, 102 standby mode, 23 support policy, 116 support.dell.com, 10 system board, 61 System Restore, 50 system setup about, 105 entering, 106 options, 108 screens, 106 T technical support policy, 116 transferring information to ...a new computer, 26 troubleshooting Dell Diagnostics, 46 diagnostic lights, 43 Hardware Troubleshooter, 49 restore to previous state, 50 tips, 27 TV connect to computer, 20-21 U USB booting to read, 41 software...
...memory, 101 physical, 104 power, 104 processor, 101 technical, 101 video, 102 standby mode, 23 support policy, 116 support.dell.com, 10 system board, 61 System Restore, 50 system setup about, 105 entering, 106 options, 108 screens, 106 T technical support policy, 116 transferring information to ...a new computer, 26 troubleshooting Dell Diagnostics, 46 diagnostic lights, 43 Hardware Troubleshooter, 49 restore to previous state, 50 tips, 27 TV connect to computer, 20-21 U USB booting to read, 41 software...
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W warranty information, 9 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 49 Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 26 Hardware Troubleshooter, 49 Hyper-Threading, 26 Network Setup Wizard, 23 Program Compatibility Wizard, 33 reinstalling, 50 scanner, 39 System Restore, 50 wizards Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 26 Network Setup Wizard, 23 Program Compatibility Wizard, 33 Index 139
W warranty information, 9 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 49 Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 26 Hardware Troubleshooter, 49 Hyper-Threading, 26 Network Setup Wizard, 23 Program Compatibility Wizard, 33 reinstalling, 50 scanner, 39 System Restore, 50 wizards Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 26 Network Setup Wizard, 23 Program Compatibility Wizard, 33 Index 139