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Contents 1 Finding Information 23 Start Button 23 Microsoft Windows Help and Support 24 Windows Vista 25 Windows® XP 25 Control Panel 26 Information About Installed Hardware 26 Device Manager 26 Hardware Devices Installed on Your Computer 27 Programs Installed on Your Computer 28 Wireless Networking 28 Dell Support Website 29 Technical Support 29 Customer Service 30 Warranty Information 30 Dell Forums 31 Contact Us 31 BIOS (System Setup Program) Settings 31 2 Microsoft Windows Desktop 33 Overview 33 Taskbar 34 Contents 3
Contents 1 Finding Information 23 Start Button 23 Microsoft Windows Help and Support 24 Windows Vista 25 Windows® XP 25 Control Panel 26 Information About Installed Hardware 26 Device Manager 26 Hardware Devices Installed on Your Computer 27 Programs Installed on Your Computer 28 Wireless Networking 28 Dell Support Website 29 Technical Support 29 Customer Service 30 Warranty Information 30 Dell Forums 31 Contact Us 31 BIOS (System Setup Program) Settings 31 2 Microsoft Windows Desktop 33 Overview 33 Taskbar 34 Contents 3
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... Mouse Buttons. . . . 58 Controlling the Speed of the Scroll Wheel . . . . . 59 Cleaning a Non-Optical Mouse 59 Cleaning an Optical Mouse 60 Using a Bluetooth® -Enabled Wireless Mouse . . 60 Touch Pad 62 Circular Scrolling 62 Single Finger Zoom 63 Cleaning the Touch Pad 63 Using a Touch Pointer (Track Stick or Tablet PC...
... Mouse Buttons. . . . 58 Controlling the Speed of the Scroll Wheel . . . . . 59 Cleaning a Non-Optical Mouse 59 Cleaning an Optical Mouse 60 Using a Bluetooth® -Enabled Wireless Mouse . . 60 Touch Pad 62 Circular Scrolling 62 Single Finger Zoom 63 Cleaning the Touch Pad 63 Using a Touch Pointer (Track Stick or Tablet PC...
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... 143 Conserving Battery Power 145 Charging the Battery 145 Storing a Battery 146 US Department of Transportation (DOT) Notebook Battery Restrictions 146 Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager 146 12 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband 149 Overview 149 Local Area Networks (LAN 150 What You Need to Set up a LAN 151 Setting up a new...
... 143 Conserving Battery Power 145 Charging the Battery 145 Storing a Battery 146 US Department of Transportation (DOT) Notebook Battery Restrictions 146 Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager 146 12 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband 149 Overview 149 Local Area Networks (LAN 150 What You Need to Set up a LAN 151 Setting up a new...
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...Network . . 160 Activating Mobile Broadband Service 160 Managing the Network With the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility 161 WiMAX 161 WPAN 162 Managing Your Network 162 Securing Your Network 162 Securing Your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN 164 Ensuring Security When Using Public Wi-Fi Networks... (Hotspots 165 Locating Networks With the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator 166 Scanning for a Wireless Network 167 Enabling the Network Locator 167...
...Network . . 160 Activating Mobile Broadband Service 160 Managing the Network With the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility 161 WiMAX 161 WPAN 162 Managing Your Network 162 Securing Your Network 162 Securing Your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN 164 Ensuring Security When Using Public Wi-Fi Networks... (Hotspots 165 Locating Networks With the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator 166 Scanning for a Wireless Network 167 Enabling the Network Locator 167...
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... a Firewall to Secure Your Computer 255 Turning On Windows Firewall 255 Encrypting Files and Folders 256 Using Antivirus Software 256 Maintaining Security When Using a Public Wireless Network 256 Reducing the Risk of Getting Computer Viruses . . . 257 Dealing With Cookies 258 Blocking all Cookies 258 Avoiding Spyware and Malware 259 18 Contents
... a Firewall to Secure Your Computer 255 Turning On Windows Firewall 255 Encrypting Files and Folders 256 Using Antivirus Software 256 Maintaining Security When Using a Public Wireless Network 256 Reducing the Risk of Getting Computer Viruses . . . 257 Dealing With Cookies 258 Blocking all Cookies 258 Avoiding Spyware and Malware 259 18 Contents
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... access: • Microsoft Windows Help and Support • Control Panel • Information About Installed Hardware • Device Manager • Programs Installed on Your Computer • Wireless Networking • Dell Support Website Finding Information 23 The Start button may differ in appearance depending on the version of the Windows taskbar.
... access: • Microsoft Windows Help and Support • Control Panel • Information About Installed Hardware • Device Manager • Programs Installed on Your Computer • Wireless Networking • Dell Support Website Finding Information 23 The Start button may differ in appearance depending on the version of the Windows taskbar.
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See Microsoft Windows Help and Support for general information about wireless networking, see "Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband)" on page 149. 28 Finding Information FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about wireless networking. Windows® XP 1 Click Start → ...in the Search field. 3 Press . The device guide provides helpful information about connecting to a wireless network, as well as managing a wireless network connection. Wireless Networking Wireless network information is not listed under All Programs, use the Search feature to search for a specific...
See Microsoft Windows Help and Support for general information about wireless networking, see "Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband)" on page 149. 28 Finding Information FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about wireless networking. Windows® XP 1 Click Start → ...in the Search field. 3 Press . The device guide provides helpful information about connecting to a wireless network, as well as managing a wireless network connection. Wireless Networking Wireless network information is not listed under All Programs, use the Search feature to search for a specific...
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...• Technical Subscriptions • Troubleshooting Search • Windows Vista Center • Windows XP Support Center • Wireless Center Customer Service • Dell Financial Services • FAQs • Invoices • Missing, Wrong & Damaged • Order Status • ...Ownership Transfer • International Ownership Transfer • Packing Slips • Pickup/Redelivery • Dell Dollars/Rebate Center • Report a Stolen System • Returns • Update Billing Address Warranty Information • Expired Warranty Service...
...• Technical Subscriptions • Troubleshooting Search • Windows Vista Center • Windows XP Support Center • Wireless Center Customer Service • Dell Financial Services • FAQs • Invoices • Missing, Wrong & Damaged • Order Status • ...Ownership Transfer • International Ownership Transfer • Packing Slips • Pickup/Redelivery • Dell Dollars/Rebate Center • Report a Stolen System • Returns • Update Billing Address Warranty Information • Expired Warranty Service...
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Using a Bluetooth® -Enabled Wireless Mouse Before you set up the device so that corresponds to the operating system installed in your computer can of the following section that your ...
Using a Bluetooth® -Enabled Wireless Mouse Before you set up the device so that corresponds to the operating system installed in your computer can of the following section that your ...
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... appears above the icon of the printer selected as Default Printer. Sharing Printers on page 149. For instructions on installing a network service, see "Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband)" on a Network A shared printer is one computer. To share your printer on the network, you can add your printer to a network, see Windows...
... appears above the icon of the printer selected as Default Printer. Sharing Printers on page 149. For instructions on installing a network service, see "Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband)" on a Network A shared printer is one computer. To share your printer on the network, you can add your printer to a network, see Windows...
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... Power Meter icon The first time you use the AC adapter to connect your computer to an electrical outlet in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on how often the battery is the time the battery can hold a charge, varies depending on the taskbar.... battery is fully charged. You may need to purchase a new battery during the life of your battery: • Using optical drives • Using wireless communications devices, PC Cards, Express Cards, media memory cards, or USB devices • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other ...
... Power Meter icon The first time you use the AC adapter to connect your computer to an electrical outlet in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on how often the battery is the time the battery can hold a charge, varies depending on the taskbar.... battery is fully charged. You may need to purchase a new battery during the life of your battery: • Using optical drives • Using wireless communications devices, PC Cards, Express Cards, media memory cards, or USB devices • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other ...
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Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 149 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) LAN WLAN Overview A computer network provides connectivity between your computer and the Internet, another computer. • Share files. • Browse other networks. • Access the Internet. For example, with a network set up in a home or small office, you can: • Print to a shared printer. • Access drives and files on another computer, or a peripheral such as a printer.
Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 149 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) LAN WLAN Overview A computer network provides connectivity between your computer and the Internet, another computer. • Share files. • Browse other networks. • Access the Internet. For example, with a network set up in a home or small office, you can: • Print to a shared printer. • Access drives and files on another computer, or a peripheral such as a printer.
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...local area network (LAN) using a broadband modem and network cables, or you through the process of setting up a wireless LAN (WLAN) using a wireless router or access point. Local Area Networks (LAN) 1 2 3 4 1 Cable 3 Modem 2 Router 4 ...Internet A local area network (LAN) connects two or more about networks, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. See "Managing Networked Computers With Intel® Active Management Technology" on some Dell...
...local area network (LAN) using a broadband modem and network cables, or you through the process of setting up a wireless LAN (WLAN) using a wireless router or access point. Local Area Networks (LAN) 1 2 3 4 1 Cable 3 Modem 2 Router 4 ...Internet A local area network (LAN) connects two or more about networks, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. See "Managing Networked Computers With Intel® Active Management Technology" on some Dell...
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... your own broadband modem or use the ISP's modem for setting up a typical LAN. Broadband access is used to provide the broadband service; Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 151 a new line is not available at all locations. For information on broadband connection, see "Broadband Access" on the network to each supporting...
... your own broadband modem or use the ISP's modem for setting up a typical LAN. Broadband access is used to provide the broadband service; Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 151 a new line is not available at all locations. For information on broadband connection, see "Broadband Access" on the network to each supporting...
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... connecting your router. Install the required software according to a network, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 152 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) Follow the instructions on the operating system installed in your computer's Control Panel, click Network and Internet connections→ Network and Sharing Center...
... connecting your router. Install the required software according to a network, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 152 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) Follow the instructions on the operating system installed in your computer's Control Panel, click Network and Internet connections→ Network and Sharing Center...
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...WLAN, a radio communications device (an access point or wireless router) connects the networked computers and peripherals, and provides Internet or network access. The access point or wireless router and the wireless network card in the computer communicate by broadcasting data from... Internet access (such as cable or DSL) • A broadband modem • A wireless router Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 153 Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN) 1 2 3 1 Router 2 Modem 3 Internet A wireless local area network (WLAN) connects two or more about WWAN, see any device guides for...
...WLAN, a radio communications device (an access point or wireless router) connects the networked computers and peripherals, and provides Internet or network access. The access point or wireless router and the wireless network card in the computer communicate by broadcasting data from... Internet access (such as cable or DSL) • A broadband modem • A wireless router Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 153 Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN) 1 2 3 1 Router 2 Modem 3 Internet A wireless local area network (WLAN) connects two or more about WWAN, see any device guides for...
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...MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about how to determine the type of card, check the order confirmation that you received when you ordered your wireless network card. Windows XP 1 Click Start , right-click My Computer and select Properties. 2 Click the Hardware tab. 3 Click Device Manager&#...See "Checking Your Wireless Network Card" on page 154. • A network cable with network (RJ-45) connectors Checking Your Wireless Network Card To confirm that your computer has a wireless network card and to determine the type of wireless network card that name on the Dell Support website at support...
...MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about how to determine the type of card, check the order confirmation that you received when you ordered your wireless network card. Windows XP 1 Click Start , right-click My Computer and select Properties. 2 Click the Hardware tab. 3 Click Device Manager&#...See "Checking Your Wireless Network Card" on page 154. • A network cable with network (RJ-45) connectors Checking Your Wireless Network Card To confirm that your computer has a wireless network card and to determine the type of wireless network card that name on the Dell Support website at support...
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...FOR MORE INFORMATION: To Learn more about the connection requirements for your broadband modem. 2 Ensure that you attempt to set up a new Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about connecting your computer to a WLAN, ...see the device guides that came with installation media, which usually contains installation and troubleshooting information. Your wireless router may have wired Internet access through your broadband modem before you have been shipped with your computer or look for related ...
...FOR MORE INFORMATION: To Learn more about the connection requirements for your broadband modem. 2 Ensure that you attempt to set up a new Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about connecting your computer to a WLAN, ...see the device guides that came with installation media, which usually contains installation and troubleshooting information. Your wireless router may have wired Internet access through your broadband modem before you have been shipped with your computer or look for related ...
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... based on any encryption keys if the network is configured. NOTE: If you select a secure public network, you want to connect to a public wireless network, follow the procedure described in "Connecting to a Public WLAN (Hotspot) If you must enter the network's WEP or WPA key when prompted....to your lists of your network administrator. Some computers may be able to obtain this network to your computer within the range of the wireless network that a public WLAN is within range of available networks and enter any configuration or changes your may have made to your computer...
... based on any encryption keys if the network is configured. NOTE: If you select a secure public network, you want to connect to a public wireless network, follow the procedure described in "Connecting to a Public WLAN (Hotspot) If you must enter the network's WEP or WPA key when prompted....to your lists of your network administrator. Some computers may be able to obtain this network to your computer within the range of the wireless network that a public WLAN is within range of available networks and enter any configuration or changes your may have made to your computer...
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... can use this switch to turn your wireless card on or off. NOTE: By default, the wireless switch is located, see your computer. Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Card With a Wireless Switch Your laptop computer may use the wireless switch to scan for a wireless network by sliding and holding the wireless switch in position for scanning. You can...
... can use this switch to turn your wireless card on or off. NOTE: By default, the wireless switch is located, see your computer. Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Card With a Wireless Switch Your laptop computer may use the wireless switch to scan for a wireless network by sliding and holding the wireless switch in position for scanning. You can...
