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... indicates important information that helps you how to avoid the problem. Abbreviations and Acronyms For a complete list of EMC Corporation; Information in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, AccessDirect, Inspiron, AccessDirect, Dell Precision, Dimension, OptiPlex, Latitude, Dell TrueMobile, and Dellnet are not applicable. A02 If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this document is...
... indicates important information that helps you how to avoid the problem. Abbreviations and Acronyms For a complete list of EMC Corporation; Information in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, AccessDirect, Inspiron, AccessDirect, Dell Precision, Dimension, OptiPlex, Latitude, Dell TrueMobile, and Dellnet are not applicable. A02 If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this document is...
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... Connecting to the Internet 33 Setting Up Your Internet Connection 33 Modem and Internet Connection Problems 34 E-Mail Problems 35 Transferring Information to a New Computer 36 Setting Up a Printer 37 Printer Cable 38 Connecting a USB Printer 38 Printer Problems 38 Power Protection Devices 39 Surge Protectors 39 Line Conditioners 40 Uninterruptible Power Supplies... Charge 43 Power Meter 43 Low-Battery Warning 43 Charging the Battery 44 Removing a Battery 44 Installing a Battery 45 Storing a Battery 45 Battery and Power Problems 45 4 Contents
... Connecting to the Internet 33 Setting Up Your Internet Connection 33 Modem and Internet Connection Problems 34 E-Mail Problems 35 Transferring Information to a New Computer 36 Setting Up a Printer 37 Printer Cable 38 Connecting a USB Printer 38 Printer Problems 38 Power Protection Devices 39 Surge Protectors 39 Line Conditioners 40 Uninterruptible Power Supplies... Charge 43 Power Meter 43 Low-Battery Warning 43 Charging the Battery 44 Removing a Battery 44 Installing a Battery 45 Storing a Battery 45 Battery and Power Problems 45 4 Contents
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...is not charging 46 If battery life is short 46 4 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Dell™ AccessDirect™ Button 48 Reprogramming the Button 48 Numeric Keypad 48 Keyboard Shortcuts 49 ...Key Functions 50 Touch Pad 51 Customizing the Touch Pad 52 Touch Pad or Mouse Problems 52 External Keyboard Problems 53 Unexpected Characters 53 5 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Using CDs and DVDs 56 CD ...or DVD Problems 56 If you cannot play a CD, CD-RW, or DVD 56 If you cannot eject the CD, CD...
...is not charging 46 If battery life is short 46 4 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Dell™ AccessDirect™ Button 48 Reprogramming the Button 48 Numeric Keypad 48 Keyboard Shortcuts 49 ...Key Functions 50 Touch Pad 51 Customizing the Touch Pad 52 Touch Pad or Mouse Problems 52 External Keyboard Problems 53 Unexpected Characters 53 5 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Using CDs and DVDs 56 CD ...or DVD Problems 56 If you cannot play a CD, CD-RW, or DVD 56 If you cannot eject the CD, CD...
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... Settings for a Television 63 6 Setting Up a Home and Office Network Connecting to a Network Adapter 66 Network Setup Wizard 66 Network Problems 67 Connecting to Wireless Local Area Networks 67 Determining Your Network Type 68 Connecting to a Network in Windows XP 68 Finalizing Your Network Connection... (Security Settings) . . . . 71 7 Solving Problems Finding Solutions 78 Accessing Help 80 Error Messages 80 Video and Display Problems 81 If the display is blank 81 If the display is difficult to read 82 If only part of...
... Settings for a Television 63 6 Setting Up a Home and Office Network Connecting to a Network Adapter 66 Network Setup Wizard 66 Network Problems 67 Connecting to Wireless Local Area Networks 67 Determining Your Network Type 68 Connecting to a Network in Windows XP 68 Finalizing Your Network Connection... (Security Settings) . . . . 71 7 Solving Problems Finding Solutions 78 Accessing Help 80 Error Messages 80 Video and Display Problems 81 If the display is blank 81 If the display is difficult to read 82 If only part of...
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... A program crashes 86 A program stops responding 86 Error messages appear 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 ... 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
... A program crashes 86 A program stops responding 86 Error messages appear 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 ... 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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... online modem documentation supplied with the fan or the computer. Lets you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it is normal and does not indicate a problem with your computer in the air vents. A IR VE NT S - S E C U RI T Y CA B L E S L O T -
... online modem documentation supplied with the fan or the computer. Lets you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it is normal and does not indicate a problem with your computer in the air vents. A IR VE NT S - S E C U RI T Y CA B L E S L O T -
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.... A IR VE NT S - Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire. AC adapter 26 A To u r of Yo u r C om p u t e r AC adapter connector www.dell.com | support.dell.com Back View AC adapter connector air vents S-video TV-out connector USB connectors (2) video connector network connector NOTE: The fan runs constantly, and... not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in a lowairflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer.
.... A IR VE NT S - Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire. AC adapter 26 A To u r of Yo u r C om p u t e r AC adapter connector www.dell.com | support.dell.com Back View AC adapter connector air vents S-video TV-out connector USB connectors (2) video connector network connector NOTE: The fan runs constantly, and... not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in a lowairflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer.
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The computer uses an internal fan to accumulate in a lowairflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. B A T T E R Y L A T C H RE L E A S E - Stores software and data. See page 41. A IR VE NT S - See page 44 for instructions. Covers the compartment ...
The computer uses an internal fan to accumulate in a lowairflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. B A T T E R Y L A T C H RE L E A S E - Stores software and data. See page 41. A IR VE NT S - See page 44 for instructions. Covers the compartment ...
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...that your modem is functioning properly. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: If you selected Set up my connection manually. • If you are having problems connecting to the Internet, see "Modem and Internet Connection Problems." If you want to select one, ... to your Internet service provider (ISP), your ISP but have successfully connected in the past, the ISP might have a service outage. Modem and Internet Connection Problems NOTICE: Connect the modem to a digital telephone network damages the modem. C H E C K T H E T E L E P H O N E W A L L J A C K - NOTE: If you have ...
...that your modem is functioning properly. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: If you selected Set up my connection manually. • If you are having problems connecting to the Internet, see "Modem and Internet Connection Problems." If you want to select one, ... to your Internet service provider (ISP), your ISP but have successfully connected in the past, the ISP might have a service outage. Modem and Internet Connection Problems NOTICE: Connect the modem to a digital telephone network damages the modem. C H E C K T H E T E L E P H O N E W A L L J A C K - NOTE: If you have ...
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... tab. 4 Click the COM port for your telephone company for instructions on restoring a dial tone. With the Outlook Express e-mail program open, click File. E-Mail Problems E N S U R E T H A T Y O U A R E C O N N E C T E D T O T H E I N E - If you have other telephone devices sharing the line, such as listed in length, try a shorter one. C H E C K T H E T E L E P H O N E L I N T E R N E T - If you have messages. If Work Offline has...
... tab. 4 Click the COM port for your telephone company for instructions on restoring a dial tone. With the Outlook Express e-mail program open, click File. E-Mail Problems E N S U R E T H A T Y O U A R E C O N N E C T E D T O T H E I N E - If you have other telephone devices sharing the line, such as listed in length, try a shorter one. C H E C K T H E T E L E P H O N E L I N T E R N E T - If you have messages. If Work Offline has...
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: You can connect USB devices while the computer is turned on the computer and the printer. If you purchased a printer cable at the ... documentation that the electrical outlet is properly connected to the USB connectors on . USB connector on computer USB printer cable USB connector on printer Printer Problems C H E C K T H E P R I N T E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I C A L O U T L E T - Printer Cable Your printer may arrive in the computer box. Ensure that came with another device, such as a lamp. 38 Setting Up Yo ur Computer...
www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: You can connect USB devices while the computer is turned on the computer and the printer. If you purchased a printer cable at the ... documentation that the electrical outlet is properly connected to the USB connectors on . USB connector on computer USB printer cable USB connector on printer Printer Problems C H E C K T H E P R I N T E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I C A L O U T L E T - Printer Cable Your printer may arrive in the computer box. Ensure that came with another device, such as a lamp. 38 Setting Up Yo ur Computer...
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SECTION 3 Using a Battery Battery Performance Checking the Battery Charge Charging the Battery Removing a Battery Installing a Battery Storing a Battery Battery and Power Problems 3
SECTION 3 Using a Battery Battery Performance Checking the Battery Charge Charging the Battery Removing a Battery Installing a Battery Storing a Battery Battery and Power Problems 3
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... temperature. For more information on and running at high system activity levels for extended periods of time may not charge when you like. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: The AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery in approximately 3 hours with a battery, see "Power Management" in the Tell Me How help file... modem from charging. Running the computer at high processor speeds and system activity levels. Charge time is significantly longer if the computer is on resolving problems with the computer turned off or connected to continue charging the battery.
... temperature. For more information on and running at high system activity levels for extended periods of time may not charge when you like. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: The AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery in approximately 3 hours with a battery, see "Power Management" in the Tell Me How help file... modem from charging. Running the computer at high processor speeds and system activity levels. Charge time is significantly longer if the computer is on resolving problems with the computer turned off or connected to continue charging the battery.
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Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you use it. Battery and Power Problems C H E C K T H E P O W E R L I G H T - If the computer does not turn on , press and hold the power button for several seconds. The battery charge may be depleted. 1 Reinstall the battery. 2 ...
Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you use it. Battery and Power Problems C H E C K T H E P O W E R L I G H T - If the computer does not turn on , press and hold the power button for several seconds. The battery charge may be depleted. 1 Reinstall the battery. 2 ...
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SECTION 4 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Dell™ AccessDirect™ Button Numeric Keypad Keyboard Shortcuts Touch Pad Touch Pad or Mouse Problems External Keyboard Problems Unexpected Characters 4
SECTION 4 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Dell™ AccessDirect™ Button Numeric Keypad Keyboard Shortcuts Touch Pad Touch Pad or Mouse Problems External Keyboard Problems Unexpected Characters 4
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... using a mouse extension cable, disconnect it for damage. If the touch pad operates correctly, the mouse may be defective. Touch Pad or Mouse Problems CHECK THE TOUCH PAD SETTINGS - 1 Click the Start button, click Control Panel, and then click Printers and Other Hardware. 2 Click Mouse. 3 Try adjusting the settings...and open it. Shut down the computer (see page 40). See page 89. 52 Using the Ke yboard and To uch Pa d www.dell.com | support.dell.com Customizing the Touch Pad You can use the touch pad to the computer. To disable the touch pad or mouse, highlight the device...
... using a mouse extension cable, disconnect it for damage. If the touch pad operates correctly, the mouse may be defective. Touch Pad or Mouse Problems CHECK THE TOUCH PAD SETTINGS - 1 Click the Start button, click Control Panel, and then click Printers and Other Hardware. 2 Click Mouse. 3 Try adjusting the settings...and open it. Shut down the computer (see page 40). See page 89. 52 Using the Ke yboard and To uch Pa d www.dell.com | support.dell.com Customizing the Touch Pad You can use the touch pad to the computer. To disable the touch pad or mouse, highlight the device...
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... characters on the external keyboard and verify that the numbers lock light is not lit. Contact Dell (see page 40). Verify that they appear on the display. Using the Ke yboard and Touch...E P R O BL E M I S W I C K E Y P A D - Press to the computer. If you cannot verify these steps, you may have a defective external keyboard. Firmly reconnect the cable. External Keyboard Problems C H E C K T H E K E Y B O A R D C A B L E - If you attach an external keyboard, the integrated keyboard remains fully functional. NOTE: When you are using a keyboard extension ...
... characters on the external keyboard and verify that the numbers lock light is not lit. Contact Dell (see page 40). Verify that they appear on the display. Using the Ke yboard and Touch...E P R O BL E M I S W I C K E Y P A D - Press to the computer. If you cannot verify these steps, you may have a defective external keyboard. Firmly reconnect the cable. External Keyboard Problems C H E C K T H E K E Y B O A R D C A B L E - If you attach an external keyboard, the integrated keyboard remains fully functional. NOTE: When you are using a keyboard extension ...
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5 SECTION 5 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Using CDs and DVDs CD or DVD Problems Sound and Speaker Problems Connecting a Television to the Computer
5 SECTION 5 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Using CDs and DVDs CD or DVD Problems Sound and Speaker Problems Connecting a Television to the Computer
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...the sound is blinking, indicating normal operation. If the drive is shut down and turned off (see page 80. C L E A N T H E D R I V E OR D I S C - CD or DVD Problems If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, or DVD drive tray 1 Ensure that the computer is not listed, perform a full scan with the drive...file, see page 40). 2 Straighten a paper clip and insert one end into the eject hole at the front of the drive; www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: Because of different worldwide file types, not all DVD drives. Viruses can sometimes prevent Windows from recognizing the drive. Verify that ...
...the sound is blinking, indicating normal operation. If the drive is shut down and turned off (see page 80. C L E A N T H E D R I V E OR D I S C - CD or DVD Problems If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, or DVD drive tray 1 Ensure that the computer is not listed, perform a full scan with the drive...file, see page 40). 2 Straighten a paper clip and insert one end into the eject hole at the front of the drive; www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: Because of different worldwide file types, not all DVD drives. Viruses can sometimes prevent Windows from recognizing the drive. Verify that ...
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... speaker audio cable into the line-out connector on the subwoofer. T E S T - Some speaker systems have been listening to MP3 songs, make sure that you have a problem with another device, such as a lamp. U s i n g C D s , D V D s , a n d O t h e r M ul t i m e d i a 57 To access help files for your screen. RE I N S T A L L T H E S O ...A R E T U R N E D O N - If you have a problem with the speakers. Exiting all other open programs before writing to eliminate distortion. Sound and Speaker Problems If you have a self-test button on the computer. Double-click the speaker icon...
... speaker audio cable into the line-out connector on the subwoofer. T E S T - Some speaker systems have been listening to MP3 songs, make sure that you have a problem with another device, such as a lamp. U s i n g C D s , D V D s , a n d O t h e r M ul t i m e d i a 57 To access help files for your screen. RE I N S T A L L T H E S O ...A R E T U R N E D O N - If you have a problem with the speakers. Exiting all other open programs before writing to eliminate distortion. Sound and Speaker Problems If you have a self-test button on the computer. Double-click the speaker icon...