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... Problems 86 If Your Computer Gets Wet 87 If You Drop or Damage Your Computer 88 Drivers 88 What Is a Driver 88 Identifying Drivers 89 Reinstalling Drivers 89 Manually Reinstalling Drivers for Windows XP 91 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 92 Using System Restore 93 Creating a Restore Point...the Last System Restore 94 Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP 95 Before You Reinstall 95 Reinstalling Windows XP 95 8 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Add or Replace Parts 100 Memory 100 Modem 103 Hard Drive 104 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 106 Contents 7
... Problems 86 If Your Computer Gets Wet 87 If You Drop or Damage Your Computer 88 Drivers 88 What Is a Driver 88 Identifying Drivers 89 Reinstalling Drivers 89 Manually Reinstalling Drivers for Windows XP 91 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 92 Using System Restore 93 Creating a Restore Point...the Last System Restore 94 Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP 95 Before You Reinstall 95 Reinstalling Windows XP 95 8 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Add or Replace Parts 100 Memory 100 Modem 103 Hard Drive 104 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 106 Contents 7
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...checklist and required preparations, and return to get the name of your wireless network along with Windows XP. C H E C K T H E N E T W O R K... again. Amber indicates that the network cable connector is functioning. Try to log on to the connector on the screen. Ensure that the network adapter driver is loaded and the adapter is not green, try replacing the network cable. RE S T A R T T H E C O M P U T E R - Network Problems C ...Dell. NOTE: These networking instructions do not apply to a wireless Local Area Network (LAN), you can connect to Bluetooth™ or cellular products...
...checklist and required preparations, and return to get the name of your wireless network along with Windows XP. C H E C K T H E N E T W O R K... again. Amber indicates that the network cable connector is functioning. Try to log on to the connector on the screen. Ensure that the network adapter driver is loaded and the adapter is not green, try replacing the network cable. RE S T A R T T H E C O M P U T E R - Network Problems C ...Dell. NOTE: These networking instructions do not apply to a wireless Local Area Network (LAN), you can connect to Bluetooth™ or cellular products...
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...highlighted. 68 Setting Up a Home and Office Network Infrastructure Network Ad-Hoc Network Connecting to a Network in Windows XP Your wireless network card requires proper software and drivers in the User's Guide for your wireless card. infrastructure networks and ad-hoc networks. This software is ... Wireless Network Connection icon is also available on your computer) in the "User's Guides-Network User's Guides" category. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: Most wireless networks are connecting. Consult your network administrator if you are unsure of the type of computers that came...
...highlighted. 68 Setting Up a Home and Office Network Infrastructure Network Ad-Hoc Network Connecting to a Network in Windows XP Your wireless network card requires proper software and drivers in the User's Guide for your wireless card. infrastructure networks and ad-hoc networks. This software is ... Wireless Network Connection icon is also available on your computer) in the "User's Guides-Network User's Guides" category. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: Most wireless networks are connecting. Consult your network administrator if you are unsure of the type of computers that came...
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7 SECTION 7 Solving Problems Finding Solutions Accessing Help Error Messages Video and Display Problems Scanner Problems Drive Problems PC Card Problems General Program Problems Resolving Other Technical Problems If Your Computer Gets Wet If You Drop or Damage Your Computer Drivers Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using System Restore Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP
7 SECTION 7 Solving Problems Finding Solutions Accessing Help Error Messages Video and Display Problems Scanner Problems Drive Problems PC Card Problems General Program Problems Resolving Other Technical Problems If Your Computer Gets Wet If You Drop or Damage Your Computer Drivers Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using System Restore Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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... Drivers and Utilities CD provide approved drivers for Dell™ computers. Reinstalling Drivers NOTICE: The Dell Support website and your operating system. • You connect or install a new device. Many drivers such as the keyboard driver come with your computer after you install or update a driver, use Windows XP Device Driver Rollback to replace the driver with a [!]) on your Microsoft® Windows...
... Drivers and Utilities CD provide approved drivers for Dell™ computers. Reinstalling Drivers NOTICE: The Dell Support website and your operating system. • You connect or install a new device. Many drivers such as the keyboard driver come with your computer after you install or update a driver, use Windows XP Device Driver Rollback to replace the driver with a [!]) on your Microsoft® Windows...
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...From the Language drop-down menu in before you to install setup files. www.dell.com | support.dell.com To use System Restore (see page 93) does not resolve the problem, then reinstall the driver from the Drivers and Utilities CD. 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any ... operating state it does not, start Windows Explorer, click your preferred language for which the new driver was installed, and then click Properties. 7 Click the Drivers tab. 8 Click Roll Back Driver. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use Device Driver Rollback: 1 Click the Start button...
...From the Language drop-down menu in before you to install setup files. www.dell.com | support.dell.com To use System Restore (see page 93) does not resolve the problem, then reinstall the driver from the Drivers and Utilities CD. 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any ... operating state it does not, start Windows Explorer, click your preferred language for which the new driver was installed, and then click Properties. 7 Click the Drivers tab. 8 Click Roll Back Driver. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use Device Driver Rollback: 1 Click the Start button...
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... devices). 5 Double-click the name of the device for Windows XP 1 After extracting the driver files to your computer. 5 Click the link of a specific driver or utility to begin installing the driver or utility. 4 Click Next. If instructed to navigate to the driver files, click the CD directory on the driver information window to complete the installation.
... devices). 5 Double-click the name of the device for Windows XP 1 After extracting the driver files to your computer. 5 Click the link of a specific driver or utility to begin installing the driver or utility. 4 Click Next. If instructed to navigate to the driver files, click the CD directory on the driver information window to complete the installation.
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... the conflicting device or a red X if the device has been disabled. 5 Double-click any conflict to resolve a hardware conflict on a computer running Windows XP: 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance and click System. 3 Click the Hardware tab and click Device Manager... the Device status area in the Search Results list. 4 In the Hardware Troubleshooter list, click I need to display the Properties window. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 9 When the name of the appropriate driver appears, click Next. 10 Click Finish and restart your computer.
... the conflicting device or a red X if the device has been disabled. 5 Double-click any conflict to resolve a hardware conflict on a computer running Windows XP: 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance and click System. 3 Click the Hardware tab and click Device Manager... the Device status area in the Search Results list. 4 In the Hardware Troubleshooter list, click I need to display the Properties window. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 9 When the name of the appropriate driver appears, click Next. 10 Click Finish and restart your computer.
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... 1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools, and then click System Restore. 2 Ensure that is unsuccessful, then use Device Driver Rollback (see page 80. System Restore does not monitor your data files. Creating a Restore Point 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Click... to an earlier time is automatically selected. See the Help and Support Center for information on the screen. Using System Restore The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides System Restore to allow you to return your computer.
... 1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools, and then click System Restore. 2 Ensure that is unsuccessful, then use Device Driver Rollback (see page 80. System Restore does not monitor your data files. Creating a Restore Point 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Click... to an earlier time is automatically selected. See the Help and Support Center for information on the screen. Using System Restore The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides System Restore to allow you to return your computer.
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... s 95 After the reinstallation is complete, you installed the new device driver. NOTICE: The Operating System CD provides options for instructions. Therefore, do so by a Dell technical support representative. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use Windows XP Device Driver Rollback (see page 89) to return your computer before you need...
... s 95 After the reinstallation is complete, you installed the new device driver. NOTICE: The Operating System CD provides options for instructions. Therefore, do so by a Dell technical support representative. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use Windows XP Device Driver Rollback (see page 89) to return your computer before you need...
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... adapter, click Typical in the Networking Settings screen and click Next. screen appears, you are reinstalling Windows XP Professional, you may be prompted to the Internet? Reinstalling Drivers and Software 1 Reinstall the appropriate drivers (see page 89). 2 Reinstall your other software programs. See the documentation that came with the .... When the Who will this time and click Next. 6 If your network configuration, such as the domain name or workgroup name. Windows XP installs the operating system components, configures the computer, and then restarts the computer.
... adapter, click Typical in the Networking Settings screen and click Next. screen appears, you are reinstalling Windows XP Professional, you may be prompted to the Internet? Reinstalling Drivers and Software 1 Reinstall the appropriate drivers (see page 89). 2 Reinstall your other software programs. See the documentation that came with the .... When the Who will this time and click Next. 6 If your network configuration, such as the domain name or workgroup name. Windows XP installs the operating system components, configures the computer, and then restarts the computer.
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... the screw holes, and press the modem into the connector on the system board. 6 Install the screws to secure the modem to install the drivers and utilities on , in standby mode, or in hibernate mode. NOTICE: The cable connectors are extremely fragile; even a slight bump can damage the... drive. 104 Adding and Replacing Pa rts www.dell.com | support.dell.com screws (2) modem cable modem cable connector pull-tab 4 Connect the modem cable to install the Microsoft® Windows® operating system. do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive. You...
... the screw holes, and press the modem into the connector on the system board. 6 Install the screws to secure the modem to install the drivers and utilities on , in standby mode, or in hibernate mode. NOTICE: The cable connectors are extremely fragile; even a slight bump can damage the... drive. 104 Adding and Replacing Pa rts www.dell.com | support.dell.com screws (2) modem cable modem cable connector pull-tab 4 Connect the modem cable to install the Microsoft® Windows® operating system. do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive. You...
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... management adjusting settings, 32 QuickSet, 32 printer cable, 38 connecting, 37 setting up, 37 USB, 38 programs crashes, 86 not responding, 86 Q QuickSet, 32 R reinstalling drivers, 89 Windows XP, 95 S safety instructions, 11 scanner fixing problems, 83 security cable slot description, 25 system view, 25 160 Index
... management adjusting settings, 32 QuickSet, 32 printer cable, 38 connecting, 37 setting up, 37 USB, 38 programs crashes, 86 not responding, 86 Q QuickSet, 32 R reinstalling drivers, 89 Windows XP, 95 S safety instructions, 11 scanner fixing problems, 83 security cable slot description, 25 system view, 25 160 Index
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... 35 Hardware Troubleshooter, 92 network problems, 67 PC Card problems, 85 power problems, 45 program crash, 86 program stopped responding, 86 reinstalling Windows XP, 95 scanner problems, 83 System Restore, 93 unexpected characters, 53 wet computer, 87 turning off your computer, 40 V video connector ...description, 27 system view, 27 W warranty, 147 wet computer, 87 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 89 Hardware Troubleshooter, 92 help, 80 printer, 39 reinstalling, 95 System Restore, 93 wireless turning activity on and off, 32 U...
... 35 Hardware Troubleshooter, 92 network problems, 67 PC Card problems, 85 power problems, 45 program crash, 86 program stopped responding, 86 reinstalling Windows XP, 95 scanner problems, 83 System Restore, 93 unexpected characters, 53 wet computer, 87 turning off your computer, 40 V video connector ...description, 27 system view, 27 W warranty, 147 wet computer, 87 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 89 Hardware Troubleshooter, 92 help, 80 printer, 39 reinstalling, 95 System Restore, 93 wireless turning activity on and off, 32 U...
Inspiron 5100 and 5150 Owner's Manual
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... 86 Resolving Other Technical Problems 86 If Your Computer Gets Wet 87 If You Drop or Damage Your Computer 88 Drivers 88 What Is a Driver 88 Identifying Drivers 89 Reinstalling Drivers 89 Manually Reinstalling Drivers for Windows XP 91 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 92 Using System Restore 92 Creating a Restore Point 93 Restoring the Computer...
... 86 Resolving Other Technical Problems 86 If Your Computer Gets Wet 87 If You Drop or Damage Your Computer 88 Drivers 88 What Is a Driver 88 Identifying Drivers 89 Reinstalling Drivers 89 Manually Reinstalling Drivers for Windows XP 91 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 92 Using System Restore 92 Creating a Restore Point 93 Restoring the Computer...
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...the printer. The USB connectors fit only one way. See the documentation supplied with another device, such as a lamp. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Connecting a USB Printer NOTE: You can connect USB devices while the computer is properly connected to the USB connectors on .... 1 Complete the operating system setup if you have not already done so. 2 Install the printer driver if necessary. VERIFY THAT WINDOWS® RECOGNIZES THE PRINTER...
...the printer. The USB connectors fit only one way. See the documentation supplied with another device, such as a lamp. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Connecting a USB Printer NOTE: You can connect USB devices while the computer is properly connected to the USB connectors on .... 1 Complete the operating system setup if you have not already done so. 2 Install the printer driver if necessary. VERIFY THAT WINDOWS® RECOGNIZES THE PRINTER...
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... information about your network and cannot be provided by Dell. Connecting to Wireless Local Area Networks Before you can connect to log on the computer and the network wall jack. Be sure to get the name of your wireless network along with Windows XP. 4 Complete the checklist and required preparations, and return...
... information about your network and cannot be provided by Dell. Connecting to Wireless Local Area Networks Before you can connect to log on the computer and the network wall jack. Be sure to get the name of your wireless network along with Windows XP. 4 Complete the checklist and required preparations, and return...
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...computers that came with your network administrator if you are the infrastructure type. Connecting to a Network in Windows XP Your wireless network card requires proper software and drivers in the "User's Guides-Network User's Guides" category. Consult your computer) in order to connect ... icon is pre-installed from the factory. Infrastructure Network Ad-Hoc Network NOTE: Most wireless networks are connecting. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Determining Your Network Type Wireless networks fall into two categories - An infrastructure network uses routers or access points to...
...computers that came with your network administrator if you are the infrastructure type. Connecting to a Network in Windows XP Your wireless network card requires proper software and drivers in the "User's Guides-Network User's Guides" category. Consult your computer) in order to connect ... icon is pre-installed from the factory. Infrastructure Network Ad-Hoc Network NOTE: Most wireless networks are connecting. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Determining Your Network Type Wireless networks fall into two categories - An infrastructure network uses routers or access points to...
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7 SECTION 7 Solving Problems Finding Solutions Accessing Help Error Messages Video and Display Problems Scanner Problems Drive Problems PC Card Problems General Program Problems Resolving Other Technical Problems If Your Computer Gets Wet If You Drop or Damage Your Computer Drivers Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using System Restore Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP
7 SECTION 7 Solving Problems Finding Solutions Accessing Help Error Messages Video and Display Problems Scanner Problems Drive Problems PC Card Problems General Program Problems Resolving Other Technical Problems If Your Computer Gets Wet If You Drop or Damage Your Computer Drivers Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using System Restore Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP
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... upgrade your operating system. • You reinstall your operating system. • You connect or install a new device. Reinstalling Drivers NOTICE: The Dell Support website and your Drivers and Utilities CD provide approved drivers for Dell™ computers. Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback If a problem occurs on the device icon. If you may need to reinstall the...
... upgrade your operating system. • You reinstall your operating system. • You connect or install a new device. Reinstalling Drivers NOTICE: The Dell Support website and your Drivers and Utilities CD provide approved drivers for Dell™ computers. Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback If a problem occurs on the device icon. If you may need to reinstall the...