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... 9 SAFETY: When Using Your Computer 10 SAFETY: When Working Inside Your Computer 10 SAFETY: Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge . . . . . 11 SAFETY: Ergonomic Computing Habits 11 SAFETY: Battery Disposal 11 Finding Information for Your Computer 13 1 Setting Up and Using Your Computer Setting Up a Printer 18 Printer Cable 18 Connecting a Parallel Printer 18...
... 9 SAFETY: When Using Your Computer 10 SAFETY: When Working Inside Your Computer 10 SAFETY: Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge . . . . . 11 SAFETY: Ergonomic Computing Habits 11 SAFETY: Battery Disposal 11 Finding Information for Your Computer 13 1 Setting Up and Using Your Computer Setting Up a Printer 18 Printer Cable 18 Connecting a Parallel Printer 18...
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Hyper-Threading 26 Turning Off Your Computer 27 2 Solving Problems Finding Solutions 30 Finding Help Information 32 Battery Problems 32 Drive Problems 33 Floppy drive problems 33 CD drive problems 34 Problems writing to a CD-RW drive 34 DVD drive problems 35 Hard ...
Hyper-Threading 26 Turning Off Your Computer 27 2 Solving Problems Finding Solutions 30 Finding Help Information 32 Battery Problems 32 Drive Problems 33 Floppy drive problems 33 CD drive problems 34 Problems writing to a CD-RW drive 34 DVD drive problems 35 Hard ...
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...Screens 107 Boot Sequence 107 Clearing Forgotten Passwords 109 Replacing the Battery 110 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only 133 Limited Warranty Terms for Dell-Branded Hardware Products (Canada Only 136 Dell Software and Peripherals (Canada Only 139 1-Year End-User Manufacturer ...Caribbean Only 139 Intel® Warranty Statement for Dell-Branded Hardware Products (U.S. Only 112 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals . . . . . 112 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 112 Contacting Dell 113 Regulatory Notices 131 NOM Information (Mexico Only...
...Screens 107 Boot Sequence 107 Clearing Forgotten Passwords 109 Replacing the Battery 110 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only 133 Limited Warranty Terms for Dell-Branded Hardware Products (Canada Only 136 Dell Software and Peripherals (Canada Only 139 1-Year End-User Manufacturer ...Caribbean Only 139 Intel® Warranty Statement for Dell-Branded Hardware Products (U.S. Only 112 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals . . . . . 112 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 112 Contacting Dell 113 Regulatory Notices 131 NOM Information (Mexico Only...
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...file, see page 110. As you continue to work inside your local waste disposal agency for the address of the nearest battery deposit site. Hold a component such as the microprocessor. To prevent static damage, discharge static electricity from their antistatic packing material... Ergonomic Computing Habits CAUTION: Improper or prolonged keyboard use antistatic floor pads and workbench pads. Some cables have accumulated. Replace the battery only with locking tabs; Safety Instructions 11 If possible, use may have a connector with the same or equivalent type recommended by...
...file, see page 110. As you continue to work inside your local waste disposal agency for the address of the nearest battery deposit site. Hold a component such as the microprocessor. To prevent static damage, discharge static electricity from their antistatic packing material... Ergonomic Computing Habits CAUTION: Improper or prolonged keyboard use antistatic floor pads and workbench pads. Some cables have accumulated. Replace the battery only with locking tabs; Safety Instructions 11 If possible, use may have a connector with the same or equivalent type recommended by...
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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 General Problems IEEE 1394 Device Problems Keyboard Problems Mouse Problems Network Problems Power Problems Printer Problems Scanner Problems Sound and Speaker Problems Video and Monitor Problems
SECTION 2 Solving Problems Finding Solutions Finding Help Information Battery Problems Drive Problems E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems Error Messages General Problems IEEE 1394 Device Problems Keyboard Problems Mouse Problems Network Problems Power Problems Printer Problems Scanner Problems Sound and Speaker Problems Video and Monitor Problems
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... How. CAUTION: Before you have to the manufacturer's instructions. If you begin any of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed. If the battery still does not work properly, contact Dell (see page 110). www.dell.com | support.dell.com Finding Help Information TO A C C E S S T H E TE L L M E H O W H E L P F I N D O W S H E L P - 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support...
... How. CAUTION: Before you have to the manufacturer's instructions. If you begin any of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed. If the battery still does not work properly, contact Dell (see page 110). www.dell.com | support.dell.com Finding Help Information TO A C C E S S T H E TE L L M E H O W H E L P F I N D O W S H E L P - 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support...
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... 87 memory module connectors (DIMM1, DIMM2) page 87 hard drive connector (PRI IDE) CD drive connector (SEC IDE) microprocessor fan connector (FAN2) microprocessor connector (CPU_0) battery socket (BATTERY) page 110 password jumper (PASSWORD) front-panel connector (FRONT_PANEL) SCSI LED header (SCSI_LED) serial ATA connectors (SATA_0 and SATA_1) AGP slot connector (AGP) PCI...
... 87 memory module connectors (DIMM1, DIMM2) page 87 hard drive connector (PRI IDE) CD drive connector (SEC IDE) microprocessor fan connector (FAN2) microprocessor connector (CPU_0) battery socket (BATTERY) page 110 password jumper (PASSWORD) front-panel connector (FRONT_PANEL) SCSI LED header (SCSI_LED) serial ATA connectors (SATA_0 and SATA_1) AGP slot connector (AGP) PCI...
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Only) Contacting Dell Regulatory Notices Limited Warranties SECTION 5 Appendix Specifications Standard Settings Clearing Forgotten Passwords Replacing the Battery Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S.
Only) Contacting Dell Regulatory Notices Limited Warranties SECTION 5 Appendix Specifications Standard Settings Clearing Forgotten Passwords Replacing the Battery Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S.
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Power DC power supply: Wattage Heat dissipation Voltage (see page 10 for important voltage setting information) Backup battery 250 W or 305 W 853 BTU (fully-loaded computer without monitor) 90 to 135 V at 50/60 Hz; 180 to 265 V at 50/60 Hz; 100 V ...
Power DC power supply: Wattage Heat dissipation Voltage (see page 10 for important voltage setting information) Backup battery 250 W or 305 W 853 BTU (fully-loaded computer without monitor) 90 to 135 V at 50/60 Hz; 180 to 265 V at 50/60 Hz; 100 V ...
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... step 12. 2 Shut down the computer through the Start menu. 3 Ensure that your computer, turn them on page 9. A coin-cell battery maintains computer configuration, date, and time information. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 11 Reconnect the jumper plug to the manufacturer's instructions. NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into...
... step 12. 2 Shut down the computer through the Start menu. 3 Ensure that your computer, turn them on page 9. A coin-cell battery maintains computer configuration, date, and time information. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 11 Reconnect the jumper plug to the manufacturer's instructions. NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into...
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...). NOTICE: Before touching anything inside your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on the system board. 8 Remove the battery by carefully prying it into the network wall jack and then plug it out of the computer. Otherwise, you may damage the system ... you attempt to dissipate any static electricity that the object is inserted between the battery and the socket before you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to pry out the battery. battery socket (BATTERY) battery 10 Close the computer cover. NOTICE: If you recorded in step 1. 13 Properly...
...). NOTICE: Before touching anything inside your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on the system board. 8 Remove the battery by carefully prying it into the network wall jack and then plug it out of the computer. Otherwise, you may damage the system ... you attempt to dissipate any static electricity that the object is inserted between the battery and the socket before you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to pry out the battery. battery socket (BATTERY) battery 10 Close the computer cover. NOTICE: If you recorded in step 1. 13 Properly...
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... change the availability of limited warranties, at the relevant number listed in the following Dell-branded hardware: • Portable computer batteries carry a 1-year limited warranty. • Projector lamps carry a 90-day limited warranty. • Memory carries a lifetime limited warranty. • ...The warranty period is not extended if we repair or replace a warranted product or any changes will be retroactive. www.dell.com | support.dell.com SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION...
... change the availability of limited warranties, at the relevant number listed in the following Dell-branded hardware: • Portable computer batteries carry a 1-year limited warranty. • Projector lamps carry a 90-day limited warranty. • Memory carries a lifetime limited warranty. • ...The warranty period is not extended if we repair or replace a warranted product or any changes will be retroactive. www.dell.com | support.dell.com SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION...
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...any changes will not be retroactive (that the limited warranty on Dell-branded batteries lasts only 1 year and the limited warranty on the date of purchase will apply to your Dell service tag number or order number available. Dell may change the terms and availability of limited warranties, at its...Customer Service Government or Education Customers, or Individual Home Consumers who purchased through an Employee Purchase Program: Technical Support Customer Service Dell-Branded Memory Canada Only 1-800-847-4096 1-800-387-5757 1-800-326-9463 1-800-387-5757 1-800-326-9463 (Extension 8221 for...
...any changes will not be retroactive (that the limited warranty on Dell-branded batteries lasts only 1 year and the limited warranty on the date of purchase will apply to your Dell service tag number or order number available. Dell may change the terms and availability of limited warranties, at its...Customer Service Government or Education Customers, or Individual Home Consumers who purchased through an Employee Purchase Program: Technical Support Customer Service Dell-Branded Memory Canada Only 1-800-847-4096 1-800-387-5757 1-800-326-9463 1-800-387-5757 1-800-326-9463 (Extension 8221 for...
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... performing repairs and building replacement products. Consult your product. Dell-Branded Peripheral Products Dell does provide a limited warranty for new Dell-branded peripheral products (products for which Dell is listed as the manufacturer) such as monitors, batteries, memory, docking stations, and projectors. Dell owns all of Dell computers, nor do we test or guarantee all parts removed...
... performing repairs and building replacement products. Consult your product. Dell-Branded Peripheral Products Dell does provide a limited warranty for new Dell-branded peripheral products (products for which Dell is listed as the manufacturer) such as monitors, batteries, memory, docking stations, and projectors. Dell owns all of Dell computers, nor do we test or guarantee all parts removed...
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... discrepancy does not affect their products. Intel makes documentation of all characterized Pentium and Celeron processor errata publicly available through a rigorous battery of Intel processors are subjected to a rigorous "burn-in computers. Intel's Commitment to continuously improve our design, manufacturing, and ...the chip is committed to know about any questions, comments or concerns about your Intel microprocessor, please call errata. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Intel Pentium® and Celeron® Processors are backed by a design defect or error, which we have any ...
... discrepancy does not affect their products. Intel makes documentation of all characterized Pentium and Celeron processor errata publicly available through a rigorous battery of Intel processors are subjected to a rigorous "burn-in computers. Intel's Commitment to continuously improve our design, manufacturing, and ...the chip is committed to know about any questions, comments or concerns about your Intel microprocessor, please call errata. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Intel Pentium® and Celeron® Processors are backed by a design defect or error, which we have any ...
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Index A audio. See sound B battery problems, 32 replacing, 110 BIOS, 106 booting changing the sequence, 107 current boot, 108 future boots, 108 C cards connectors, 81 installing, 82 removing, 82 CD ... hardware incompatibilities, 65 copying CDs and DVDs general information, 25 helpful tips, 26 how to, 25 cover closing, 100 opening, 78 D Dell contacting, 113 Dell Diagnostics, 58 Dell support policy, 112 Dell Support Website about , 61 identifying, 61 drives problems, 33 DVD drive problems, 35 DVDs copying, 25 Index 143 See monitor Documentation finding...
Index A audio. See sound B battery problems, 32 replacing, 110 BIOS, 106 booting changing the sequence, 107 current boot, 108 future boots, 108 C cards connectors, 81 installing, 82 removing, 82 CD ... hardware incompatibilities, 65 copying CDs and DVDs general information, 25 helpful tips, 26 how to, 25 cover closing, 100 opening, 78 D Dell contacting, 113 Dell Diagnostics, 58 Dell support policy, 112 Dell Support Website about , 61 identifying, 61 drives problems, 33 DVD drive problems, 35 DVDs copying, 25 Index 143 See monitor Documentation finding...
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...speakers, 48 troubleshooting chart, 30 video and monitor, 50 volume adjusting, 48 Program Compatibility Wizard, 39 R reinstalling Windows XP, 66 ResourceCD, 62 Dell Diagnostics, 58 S safety instructions, 9 scanner problems, 47 screen. printer cable, 18 connecting, 18 parallel, 18 problems, 46 setting up, 18 USB, ...19 problems battery, 32 blue screen, 39 CD drive, 34 CD-RW drive, 34 computer crashes, 38-39 computer stops responding, 38 conflicts, 65 Dell Diagnostics, 58 diagnostic lights, 54 drives, 33 DVD drive, 35 e-mail, 35 ...
...speakers, 48 troubleshooting chart, 30 video and monitor, 50 volume adjusting, 48 Program Compatibility Wizard, 39 R reinstalling Windows XP, 66 ResourceCD, 62 Dell Diagnostics, 58 S safety instructions, 9 scanner problems, 47 screen. printer cable, 18 connecting, 18 parallel, 18 problems, 46 setting up, 18 USB, ...19 problems battery, 32 blue screen, 39 CD drive, 34 CD-RW drive, 34 computer crashes, 38-39 computer stops responding, 38 conflicts, 65 Dell Diagnostics, 58 diagnostic lights, 54 drives, 33 DVD drive, 35 e-mail, 35 ...