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10 Solving Problems Dell Diagnostics 55 Drive Problems 58 CD and DVD drive problems 58 Hard drive problems 59 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 59 Error Messages 60 Keyboard ... stops responding 65 A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly 65 A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system 65 A solid blue screen appears 65 Other software problems 66 Memory Problems 66 Network Problems 67 ExpressCard Problems 67 Power Problems 67 Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer 68...
10 Solving Problems Dell Diagnostics 55 Drive Problems 58 CD and DVD drive problems 58 Hard drive problems 59 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 59 Error Messages 60 Keyboard ... stops responding 65 A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly 65 A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system 65 A solid blue screen appears 65 Other software problems 66 Memory Problems 66 Network Problems 67 ExpressCard Problems 67 Power Problems 67 Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer 68...
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... Drivers and Utilities 73 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 75 Restoring Your Operating System 75 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 76 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 77 Using the Operating System CD 79 11 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Begin 81 Recommended Tools 81 ...Turning Off Your Computer 81 Before Working Inside Your Computer 81 Hard Drive 83 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 85 CD/DVD Drive 85 Memory 86 Wireless Mini PCI Card 90 Hinge Cover 94 Keyboard 95 12 Appendix Specifications 97 Using the System...
... Drivers and Utilities 73 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 75 Restoring Your Operating System 75 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 76 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 77 Using the Operating System CD 79 11 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Begin 81 Recommended Tools 81 ...Turning Off Your Computer 81 Before Working Inside Your Computer 81 Hard Drive 83 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 85 CD/DVD Drive 85 Memory 86 Wireless Mini PCI Card 90 Hinge Cover 94 Keyboard 95 12 Appendix Specifications 97 Using the System...
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Only 108 FCC Class B 108 Macrovision Product Notice 109 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only 109 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals 109 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 109 Contacting Dell 110 Glossary 127 Index 137 8 Contents System Setup Screen 103 Commonly Used Options 103 Travelling With Your Computer 105 Identifying Your Computer...
Only 108 FCC Class B 108 Macrovision Product Notice 109 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only 109 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals 109 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 109 Contacting Dell 110 Glossary 127 Index 137 8 Contents System Setup Screen 103 Commonly Used Options 103 Travelling With Your Computer 105 Identifying Your Computer...
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...: Corporate, government, and education customers customers can also use the customized Dell Premier Support website at • Upgrades - Online discussion with programs and files • How to view the appropriate support site. • Community - Computer documentation, details on the screen. 10 Finding Information Upgrade information for correct operation of your configuration. Certified...
...: Corporate, government, and education customers customers can also use the customized Dell Premier Support website at • Upgrades - Online discussion with programs and files • How to view the appropriate support site. • Community - Computer documentation, details on the screen. 10 Finding Information Upgrade information for correct operation of your configuration. Certified...
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... connections that provide high-speed Internet access through your computer and to the telephone wall jack before you want to the modem connector on the screen to the Internet NOTE: ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country. With a DSL connection, you need a modem or network connection and an Internet service provider...
... connections that provide high-speed Internet access through your computer and to the telephone wall jack before you want to the modem connector on the screen to the Internet NOTE: ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country. With a DSL connection, you need a modem or network connection and an Internet service provider...
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... can create a wizard disk with a USB cable. For instructions on setting up my connection manually, continue to a new computer. You can store it on the screen to check the service status, or try connecting again later. If you selected Set up a direct cable connection between two computers, see "E-Mail, Modem, and...
... can create a wizard disk with a USB cable. For instructions on setting up my connection manually, continue to a new computer. You can store it on the screen to check the service status, or try connecting again later. If you selected Set up a direct cable connection between two computers, see "E-Mail, Modem, and...
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...use the wizard from the old computer: 1 On the old computer, insert the Windows XP Operating System CD. 2 On the Welcome to Microsoft Windows XP screen, click Perform additional tasks. 3 Under What do you want to your new computer with Windows XP and perform the following steps: 1 Click the Start button... and applies them to your old or source computer. Setting Up Your Computer 21 When all of the settings and files have a Windows XP CD? screen, click New Computer and click Next. 4 On the Do you chose for the file transfer: 1 Start the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard. 2 When ...
...use the wizard from the old computer: 1 On the old computer, insert the Windows XP Operating System CD. 2 On the Welcome to Microsoft Windows XP screen, click Perform additional tasks. 3 Under What do you want to your new computer with Windows XP and perform the following steps: 1 Click the Start button... and applies them to your old or source computer. Setting Up Your Computer 21 When all of the settings and files have a Windows XP CD? screen, click New Computer and click Next. 4 On the Do you chose for the file transfer: 1 Start the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard. 2 When ...
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... for fastwiz (on the new computer, click Next. 2 On the Where are the files and settings? screen, click New Computer and click Next. 5 On the Do you want to My New Dell™ Computer Using the Microsoft® Windows® XP Operating System?). The wizard reads the collected files... the old computer, insert the wizard disk. 2 Click the Start button and click Run. 3 In the Open field on the screen. screen, select the method you connect a printer to the Dell Knowledge Base document may not be available in the following drive: and click Next. 6 Insert the removable media, such as a ...
... for fastwiz (on the new computer, click Next. 2 On the Where are the files and settings? screen, click New Computer and click Next. 5 On the Do you want to My New Dell™ Computer Using the Microsoft® Windows® XP Operating System?). The wizard reads the collected files... the old computer, insert the wizard disk. 2 Click the Start button and click Run. 3 In the Open field on the screen. screen, select the method you connect a printer to the Dell Knowledge Base document may not be available in the following drive: and click Next. 6 Insert the removable media, such as a ...
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... the computer with an external device (such as an external monitor or projector) attached and turned on, the image may appear on the screen. NOTE: Brightness key combinations only affect the display on your portable computer or docking device. For more information on using QuickSet, right-click... the icon in the lower-right corner of the display. The Dell QuickSet Brightness Meter shows the current brightness setting for the display. When the meter is enabled, press the following keys to adjust brightness: ...
... the computer with an external device (such as an external monitor or projector) attached and turned on, the image may appear on the screen. NOTE: Brightness key combinations only affect the display on your portable computer or docking device. For more information on using QuickSet, right-click... the icon in the lower-right corner of the display. The Dell QuickSet Brightness Meter shows the current brightness setting for the display. When the meter is enabled, press the following keys to adjust brightness: ...
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NOTE: As the resolution increases, icons and text appear smaller on the screen. 26 Using the Display Setting Display Resolution To display a program at a specific resolution, both the graphics card and the display must support the program, and ... settings for future reference. Before you want to change any of the default display settings, make a note of the default settings for Color quality and Screen resolution.
NOTE: As the resolution increases, icons and text appear smaller on the screen. 26 Using the Display Setting Display Resolution To display a program at a specific resolution, both the graphics card and the display must support the program, and ... settings for future reference. Before you want to change any of the default display settings, make a note of the default settings for Color quality and Screen resolution.
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...a compatible battery purchased from children. Using a Battery 31 For optimal computer performance and to work with your Dell™ portable computer with extreme care. The battery is used and the conditions under which it is designed...Dell. CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may leak and cause personal injury or equipment damage. CAUTION: Do not dispose of fire or chemical burn. CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may need to a CD or DVD. • Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, or USB devices • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen...
...a compatible battery purchased from children. Using a Battery 31 For optimal computer performance and to work with your Dell™ portable computer with extreme care. The battery is used and the conditions under which it is designed...Dell. CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may leak and cause personal injury or equipment damage. CAUTION: Do not dispose of fire or chemical burn. CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may need to a CD or DVD. • Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, or USB devices • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen...
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...exit hibernate mode. Choose no action. - To exit hibernate mode, press the power button. When you have restricted access rights. Use the screens that came with your computer. Enter standby mode. - Enter standby mode. 34 Using a Battery Configuring Power Management Settings You can select ...Do not show this option, the Welcome screen also does not appear again. NOTE: On the What is Power Management?-describe and define various power management options. The computer may not...
...exit hibernate mode. Choose no action. - To exit hibernate mode, press the power button. When you have restricted access rights. Use the screens that came with your computer. Enter standby mode. - Enter standby mode. 34 Using a Battery Configuring Power Management Settings You can select ...Do not show this option, the Welcome screen also does not appear again. NOTE: On the What is Power Management?-describe and define various power management options. The computer may not...
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... and turn off the computer. - Using a Battery 35 - Shut down menu near the center of these features, you cannot delete Dell™ QuickSet predefined power schemes (Maximum Battery, Maximum Performance, Presentation, and Network Disabled). All QuickSet power schemes are not available through QuickSet.... You must select the power scheme through QuickSet in CRT-only mode and you try to use of the screen. The Selecting a Power Scheme screen allows you to work. You must enable brightness-level power schemes through QuickSet (not Microsoft® Windows®)...
... and turn off the computer. - Using a Battery 35 - Shut down menu near the center of these features, you cannot delete Dell™ QuickSet predefined power schemes (Maximum Battery, Maximum Performance, Presentation, and Network Disabled). All QuickSet power schemes are not available through QuickSet.... You must select the power scheme through QuickSet in CRT-only mode and you try to use of the screen. The Selecting a Power Scheme screen allows you to work. You must enable brightness-level power schemes through QuickSet (not Microsoft® Windows®)...
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...and Critical battery alarm settings alert you to manage power consumption and monitor battery charge status. Setting Battery Alarms and Actions This screen allows you to enable the low-battery and critical-battery alarms and to change settings for the alarms. For example, you can...Properties window, click the Start button→ Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance→ Power Options. Completing the Power Management Wizard This screen summarizes the QuickSet power scheme, sleep mode, and battery alarm settings for your computer, the Low battery alarm and Critical battery alarm ...
...and Critical battery alarm settings alert you to manage power consumption and monitor battery charge status. Setting Battery Alarms and Actions This screen allows you to enable the low-battery and critical-battery alarms and to change settings for the alarms. For example, you can...Properties window, click the Start button→ Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance→ Power Options. Completing the Power Management Wizard This screen summarizes the QuickSet power scheme, sleep mode, and battery alarm settings for your computer, the Low battery alarm and Critical battery alarm ...
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For more information on your computer. For more information on the screen. 1 2 3 1 volume icon 2 Volume Meter 3 mute icon When the Volume meter is enabled, adjust the volume with your computer. To format CDs for storing data, to ...
For more information on your computer. For more information on the screen. 1 2 3 1 volume icon 2 Volume Meter 3 mute icon When the Volume meter is enabled, adjust the volume with your computer. To format CDs for storing data, to ...
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...on the Sonic support website at www.sonic.com. You can read and write to DVD+R DL (dual layer) media. In addition, Dell-installed DVD-writable drives can also use Sonic DigitalMedia for available software patches on your computer or backing up important data. The DVD-writable.... 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Under Pick a category, click Appearance and Themes. 3 Under Pick a task..., click Change the screen resolution. 4 In the Display Properties window, click and drag the bar in the upper-right corner of the window. Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia...
...on the Sonic support website at www.sonic.com. You can read and write to DVD+R DL (dual layer) media. In addition, Dell-installed DVD-writable drives can also use Sonic DigitalMedia for available software patches on your computer or backing up important data. The DVD-writable.... 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Under Pick a category, click Appearance and Themes. 3 Under Pick a task..., click Change the screen resolution. 4 In the Display Properties window, click and drag the bar in the upper-right corner of the window. Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia...
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...user's guide is removed or corrupted, follow the instructions on your computer is not configured, is already installed. 2 On the Network Setup Wizard welcome screen, click Next. 3 Click Checklist for the keyword wireless setup. For additional assistance with Windows XP Service Pack 1 (SP1) or later. 4 Complete ...the area. 50 Setting Up a Home and Office Network If the software is available on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com and may not be located on the screen. An ad-hoc network does not use routers or access points and consists of computers that broadcast ...
...user's guide is removed or corrupted, follow the instructions on your computer is not configured, is already installed. 2 On the Network Setup Wizard welcome screen, click Next. 3 Click Checklist for the keyword wireless setup. For additional assistance with Windows XP Service Pack 1 (SP1) or later. 4 Complete ...the area. 50 Setting Up a Home and Office Network If the software is available on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com and may not be located on the screen. An ad-hoc network does not use routers or access points and consists of computers that broadcast ...
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... power management settings using the Power Management Wizard. icon to perform the following tasks: • Enable or disable the Brightness Meter on your computer. Dell QuickSet is activated from the icon on your computer. For more information about QuickSet, right-click the icon in the Power Management Wizard. • ...the Volume Meter on or off . For more information, see "Power Management Wizard." • Adjust the size of the QuickSet program installed on the screen. For more information, see "Adjusting the Volume." • Turn the wireless activity indicator on the...
... power management settings using the Power Management Wizard. icon to perform the following tasks: • Enable or disable the Brightness Meter on your computer. Dell QuickSet is activated from the icon on your computer. For more information about QuickSet, right-click the icon in the Power Management Wizard. • ...the Volume Meter on or off . For more information, see "Power Management Wizard." • Adjust the size of the QuickSet program installed on the screen. For more information, see "Adjusting the Volume." • Turn the wireless activity indicator on the...
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... on . Solving Problems 55 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See "Contacting Dell." 1 Shut down your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell. See the documentation that no diagnostics utility... partition has been found, run the Dell Diagnostics before you see a message stating that came with your...
... on . Solving Problems 55 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See "Contacting Dell." 1 Shut down your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell. See the documentation that no diagnostics utility... partition has been found, run the Dell Diagnostics before you see a message stating that came with your...
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..., press . • If failures are listed, select the version appropriate for one time only. Then shut down your hard drive. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities CD 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD. 2 Shut down the error code(s) and contact... to continue to start the ResourceCD menu and press to proceed. 6 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your part. Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for the option you receive the message Booting...
..., press . • If failures are listed, select the version appropriate for one time only. Then shut down your hard drive. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities CD 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD. 2 Shut down the error code(s) and contact... to continue to start the ResourceCD menu and press to proceed. 6 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your part. Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for the option you receive the message Booting...