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.... HINT: Be careful when ending a process. Shutting Down Your Computer 103 If you will also close and you end a process associated with a system service, some part of the system may not function properly.
.... HINT: Be careful when ending a process. Shutting Down Your Computer 103 If you will also close and you end a process associated with a system service, some part of the system may not function properly.
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... Rename from the drop-down menu. 3 Type a new name for the file and press the key. 3 Type the filename or part of the filename in the Search box. 4 Type a word or part of item you want to delete. 2 Press the Delete key. Deleting Files 1 Click the file you want to search for...
... Rename from the drop-down menu. 3 Type a new name for the file and press the key. 3 Type the filename or part of the filename in the Search box. 4 Type a word or part of item you want to delete. 2 Press the Delete key. Deleting Files 1 Click the file you want to search for...
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... to folders or files by setting permissions for permission to continue, click Continue. 6 After you receive confirmation that you are sharing. If password protection is part of a workgroup, you have a user account and password on , the person you are sharing them with. 7 Click Done. This action takes you change the name...
... to folders or files by setting permissions for permission to continue, click Continue. 6 After you receive confirmation that you are sharing. If password protection is part of a workgroup, you have a user account and password on , the person you are sharing them with. 7 Click Done. This action takes you change the name...
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...10 minutes. 1 Click Start → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools → Disk Defragmenter. Disk Defragmenter combines all the parts of free space. 132 Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) Before defragmenting the hard drive, Windows analyzes the disk to determine if you ...location. This window lists the hard drives on the disk. The computer must search throughout the disk to locate all the parts of files in many different locations on your computer spends to retrieve the complete file. This reduces the time your computer along...
...10 minutes. 1 Click Start → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools → Disk Defragmenter. Disk Defragmenter combines all the parts of free space. 132 Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) Before defragmenting the hard drive, Windows analyzes the disk to determine if you ...location. This window lists the hard drives on the disk. The computer must search throughout the disk to locate all the parts of files in many different locations on your computer spends to retrieve the complete file. This reduces the time your computer along...
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...'s access to your computer by changing that user's group to ensure that security and other computer settings remain the same and that confidential data is part of the restricted user group can be assigned her own account with user permissions. 252 Security and Privacy Setting Access Permissions on it. 3 Click Properties...
...'s access to your computer by changing that user's group to ensure that security and other computer settings remain the same and that confidential data is part of the restricted user group can be assigned her own account with user permissions. 252 Security and Privacy Setting Access Permissions on it. 3 Click Properties...
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... client computer is installed by the ISP, or fully qualified domain name of the computer or router/NAT/firewall. • The host computer must be part of a network in which Remote Desktop connections are permitted. • The remote computer must be running Windows XP.
... client computer is installed by the ISP, or fully qualified domain name of the computer or router/NAT/firewall. • The host computer must be part of a network in which Remote Desktop connections are permitted. • The remote computer must be running Windows XP.
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This message may not apply if you set your computer. 1 If you added or removed a part before the problem started, review the installation procedures and ensure that the part is correctly installed. 2 If a peripheral device does not work, ensure that the device is properly connected. 3 If an error message appears on the screen... the problem(s). 4 If an error message occurs in a program, see the program's documentation. Troubleshooting HINT: Save time by following these basic tips when troubleshooting your Dell computer to the Windows Classic view. Troubleshooting 271
This message may not apply if you set your computer. 1 If you added or removed a part before the problem started, review the installation procedures and ensure that the part is correctly installed. 2 If a peripheral device does not work, ensure that the device is properly connected. 3 If an error message appears on the screen... the problem(s). 4 If an error message occurs in a program, see the program's documentation. Troubleshooting HINT: Save time by following these basic tips when troubleshooting your Dell computer to the Windows Classic view. Troubleshooting 271
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... monitor and adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls. ROTATE THE MONITOR TO ELIMINATE SUNLIGHT GLARE AND POSSIBLE INTERFERENCE ADJUST THE WINDOWS DISPLAY SETTINGS - C H E C K T H E G R A P H I C S C A R D P O W E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I G H T S - Only Part of the Display is poor Windows XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Appearance and Themes. 2 Select a task you wish to the computer. 2 Turn on...
... monitor and adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls. ROTATE THE MONITOR TO ELIMINATE SUNLIGHT GLARE AND POSSIBLE INTERFERENCE ADJUST THE WINDOWS DISPLAY SETTINGS - C H E C K T H E G R A P H I C S C A R D P O W E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I G H T S - Only Part of the Display is poor Windows XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Appearance and Themes. 2 Select a task you wish to the computer. 2 Turn on...
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...-status service. Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit Prepare all items being returned, whether for repair or credit, as missing parts, wrong parts, or incorrect billing, contact Dell for your region, see "Contacting Dell" on page 337. AutoTech Service Dell's automated support service-AutoTech-provides recorded answers to the questions most frequently asked by...
...-status service. Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit Prepare all items being returned, whether for repair or credit, as missing parts, wrong parts, or incorrect billing, contact Dell for your region, see "Contacting Dell" on page 337. AutoTech Service Dell's automated support service-AutoTech-provides recorded answers to the questions most frequently asked by...
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... data from 250 MB/sec to create an image. Example of time that boosts the data transfer rate between the processor and devices such as part of PC Cards. Each partition can set and the device are common types of the data path. peripheral component interconnect - A single point on self-test...
... data from 250 MB/sec to create an image. Example of time that boosts the data transfer rate between the processor and devices such as part of PC Cards. Each partition can set and the device are common types of the data path. peripheral component interconnect - A single point on self-test...
Setup Guide
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... is not a part of your original order, you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP). Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect... are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the optional external USB modem and to the Internet, you can purchase one from the Dell website at www...
... is not a part of your original order, you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP). Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect... are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the optional external USB modem and to the Internet, you can purchase one from the Dell website at www...
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... Support Tools" on page 43 or "Contacting Dell" on page 61. NOTE: To replace parts, see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Contacting Dell" on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals. INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for...
... Support Tools" on page 43 or "Contacting Dell" on page 61. NOTE: To replace parts, see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Contacting Dell" on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals. INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for...
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Getting Help Automated Order-Status Service To check on the status of any Dell products that you have a problem with your order, such as missing parts, wrong parts, or incorrect billing, contact Dell for the information needed to call your region, see "Contacting Dell" on page 61. A recording prompts you for customer assistance. Have your order...
Getting Help Automated Order-Status Service To check on the status of any Dell products that you have a problem with your order, such as missing parts, wrong parts, or incorrect billing, contact Dell for the information needed to call your region, see "Contacting Dell" on page 61. A recording prompts you for customer assistance. Have your order...
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INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall notebook system software, or update ... or additional components, like a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part See: the Operating System disc the Drivers and Utilities disc NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals. Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your warranty...
INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: reinstall your operating system run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall notebook system software, or update ... or additional components, like a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part See: the Operating System disc the Drivers and Utilities disc NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals. Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your warranty...