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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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Changing Boot Sequence to a USB Device . . . . 310 Changing the BIOS Settings 310 Viewing the BIOS Settings 311 Upgrading the BIOS (Flashing the BIOS 311 22 Ports 313 USB Port 313 IEEE 1394 Port 314 RS232 Serial Port 315 Parallel Port 316 eSATA Port 317 Modem 318 Ethernet Port 319 Keyboard and Mouse Port (PS2 320 VGA Port 321 DVI-I Port 322 S-Video TV-Out Port 323 Component Video 324 Composite Video 325 HDMI Port 326 DisplayPort 327 S/PDIF Port (Coaxial RCA 328 Contents 21
Changing Boot Sequence to a USB Device . . . . 310 Changing the BIOS Settings 310 Viewing the BIOS Settings 311 Upgrading the BIOS (Flashing the BIOS 311 22 Ports 313 USB Port 313 IEEE 1394 Port 314 RS232 Serial Port 315 Parallel Port 316 eSATA Port 317 Modem 318 Ethernet Port 319 Keyboard and Mouse Port (PS2 320 VGA Port 321 DVI-I Port 322 S-Video TV-Out Port 323 Component Video 324 Composite Video 325 HDMI Port 326 DisplayPort 327 S/PDIF Port (Coaxial RCA 328 Contents 21
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..." on page 301. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about your computer's time, date, or password can be changed using the BIOS, using options provided by the operating system is a utility that serves as the amount of system memory. You may need to : ...computer's current configuration, such as an interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • Technical ...
..." on page 301. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about your computer's time, date, or password can be changed using the BIOS, using options provided by the operating system is a utility that serves as the amount of system memory. You may need to : ...computer's current configuration, such as an interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • Technical ...
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... window and press . NOTE: If the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you want to keep before continuing. 8 Press to exit the RAID BIOS. NOTE: The number of the array that you want to the Array Disks field. To create a RAID 0 configuration, use the arrow keys to select Striping... up any data you set up - NOTE: To delete an array, use the arrow keys to select Mirroring. 5 Press to navigate to enter the RAID BIOS. Drives and Media 89 To create a RAID 1 configuration, use the arrow keys to select the array and press . 10 Press to return to the previous...
... window and press . NOTE: If the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you want to keep before continuing. 8 Press to exit the RAID BIOS. NOTE: The number of the array that you want to the Array Disks field. To create a RAID 0 configuration, use the arrow keys to select Striping... up any data you set up - NOTE: To delete an array, use the arrow keys to select Mirroring. 5 Press to navigate to enter the RAID BIOS. Drives and Media 89 To create a RAID 1 configuration, use the arrow keys to select the array and press . 10 Press to return to the previous...
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.... NVIDIA Monitor The NVIDIA Monitor application allows you can manually tune these options and settings take effect on the next reboot. Dynamic BIOS Access This section of a change available BIOS settings via a Windows user interface. Selecting a component in the Device Settings sections are used to track the system's performance over time as...
.... NVIDIA Monitor The NVIDIA Monitor application allows you can manually tune these options and settings take effect on the next reboot. Dynamic BIOS Access This section of a change available BIOS settings via a Windows user interface. Selecting a component in the Device Settings sections are used to track the system's performance over time as...
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... temporary power to connected devices when AC power is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). Laptop Computer Batteries To ensure optimal performance and to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your computer to a UPS. Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 141 Connect other devices, such as standard equipment in data loss...
... temporary power to connected devices when AC power is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). Laptop Computer Batteries To ensure optimal performance and to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your computer to a UPS. Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 141 Connect other devices, such as standard equipment in data loss...
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You can accomplish this task through: • Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager • System BIOS, available through the system setup program (see "Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Card With a Wireless Switch" on or off . Follow the instructions in your computer is ...
You can accomplish this task through: • Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager • System BIOS, available through the system setup program (see "Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Card With a Wireless Switch" on or off . Follow the instructions in your computer is ...
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...T E R R U P T - P L E A S E R U N S E T U P P R O G R A M - Enter the system setup program (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 308) and change the system setup program options (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337). N O B O O T D E V I C E A V A I T E P R O T E C T E D E R R O R - NOTICE - System Messages for Laptop Computers NOTE: If the message you received is correct (see "System...operating system or the program that the boot sequence information is not listed in BIOS setup. Keyboard failure or keyboard cable loose (see "Keyboard Problems for External ...
...T E R R U P T - P L E A S E R U N S E T U P P R O G R A M - Enter the system setup program (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 308) and change the system setup program options (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337). N O B O O T D E V I C E A V A I T E P R O T E C T E D E R R O R - NOTICE - System Messages for Laptop Computers NOTE: If the message you received is correct (see "System...operating system or the program that the boot sequence information is not listed in BIOS setup. Keyboard failure or keyboard cable loose (see "Keyboard Problems for External ...
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...the device documentation. NOTE: To boot to a USB device, the device must be updated for the current boot only). Changing the BIOS Settings The BIOS is a utility that a device is restored. To ensure that serves as an interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. ... (or restart) your computer. 3 When F2 = Setup, F12 = Boot Menu appears in the upper-right corner of the screen, press . When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Performing a One-Time Boot You can set a one-time-only boot sequence without entering the system setup program. 1 Shut down ...
...the device documentation. NOTE: To boot to a USB device, the device must be updated for the current boot only). Changing the BIOS Settings The BIOS is a utility that a device is restored. To ensure that serves as an interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. ... (or restart) your computer. 3 When F2 = Setup, F12 = Boot Menu appears in the upper-right corner of the screen, press . When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Performing a One-Time Boot You can set a one-time-only boot sequence without entering the system setup program. 1 Shut down ...
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...download the file. 4 If the Export Compliance Disclaimer window appears, click Yes, I Accept this program. NOTE: Unless you review specifics about the BIOS update to determine if it applies to disk, and then click OK. Some updates contain changes that impact only certain configurations, or provide new ...features that you understand what effect the settings have on page 307 for your computer at the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 3 Click Download Now to view the Save In menu, select Desktop, and then click Save. System Setup 311
...download the file. 4 If the Export Compliance Disclaimer window appears, click Yes, I Accept this program. NOTE: Unless you review specifics about the BIOS update to determine if it applies to disk, and then click OK. Some updates contain changes that impact only certain configurations, or provide new ...features that you understand what effect the settings have on page 307 for your computer at the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 3 Click Download Now to view the Save In menu, select Desktop, and then click Save. System Setup 311
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7 Click Close when the Download Complete window appears. The file icon appears on your desktop and is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. 8 Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions on the screen. 312 System Setup
7 Click Close when the Download Complete window appears. The file icon appears on your desktop and is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. 8 Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions on the screen. 312 System Setup
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.... AGP - ALS - basic input/output system - A program designed to be platform- ASF is able to enable technologies such as system setup. 339 battery operating time - BIOS - A program (or utility) that enables Microsoft® Windows® operating systems to put a computer in standby or hibernate mode to conserve the amount of electrical...
.... AGP - ALS - basic input/output system - A program designed to be platform- ASF is able to enable technologies such as system setup. 339 battery operating time - BIOS - A program (or utility) that enables Microsoft® Windows® operating systems to put a computer in standby or hibernate mode to conserve the amount of electrical...
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... adhering to create an image. PCMCIA - The ability of PC Cards. Plug and Play provides automatic installation, configuration, and compatibility with existing hardware if the BIOS, operating system, and all devices are arranged in rows and columns to the PCMCIA standard. nonvolatile random access memory - PCI Express can transfer data at...
... adhering to create an image. PCMCIA - The ability of PC Cards. Plug and Play provides automatic installation, configuration, and compatibility with existing hardware if the BIOS, operating system, and all devices are arranged in rows and columns to the PCMCIA standard. nonvolatile random access memory - PCI Express can transfer data at...
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... computer. R RAID - A file can view but cannot edit or delete. radio frequency interference - PS/2 - A method of independent disks - ROM, unlike RAM, retains its vertical frequency). BIOS, that cannot be deleted or written to by the computer. personal system/2 - redundant array of providing data redundancy. Some common implementations of connector for program...
... computer. R RAID - A file can view but cannot edit or delete. radio frequency interference - PS/2 - A method of independent disks - ROM, unlike RAM, retains its vertical frequency). BIOS, that cannot be deleted or written to by the computer. personal system/2 - redundant array of providing data redundancy. Some common implementations of connector for program...
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... devices, including voice, data, fax, and 351 A video standard for video cards and controllers that supports resolutions up to configure user-selectable options in the BIOS, such as those that protects the hard drive by surge protectors. SXGA+ - The main circuit board in the computer. Unless you to 1400 x 1050. smart...
... devices, including voice, data, fax, and 351 A video standard for video cards and controllers that supports resolutions up to configure user-selectable options in the BIOS, such as those that protects the hard drive by surge protectors. SXGA+ - The main circuit board in the computer. Unless you to 1400 x 1050. smart...
Tech Sheet Windows® 7
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...time to reinstall the operating system. If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. October 2009 Doing so may take you through several procedures ...license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Windows for your computer available at www.dell.com. These steps are mandatory and may render your original order, you can purchase one at support.dell.com. The Windows setup screens will need an external modem or network connection and ...
...time to reinstall the operating system. If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. October 2009 Doing so may take you through several procedures ...license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Windows for your computer available at www.dell.com. These steps are mandatory and may render your original order, you can purchase one at support.dell.com. The Windows setup screens will need an external modem or network connection and ...
Setup Guide
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...or Disable Wireless To turn off all radios. 9 Select one of the following: --Enable Bluetooth --Enable Wireless LAN 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Laptop Windows Vista® Setup If you selected Windows Vista operating system while ordering, your computer unusable. CAUTION: Do not interrupt ...and setting up Windows Vista for your computer available on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. These steps are mandatory and may render your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on ...
...or Disable Wireless To turn off all radios. 9 Select one of the following: --Enable Bluetooth --Enable Wireless LAN 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Laptop Windows Vista® Setup If you selected Windows Vista operating system while ordering, your computer unusable. CAUTION: Do not interrupt ...and setting up Windows Vista for your computer available on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. These steps are mandatory and may render your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on ...
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... MONITORING SYSTEM has reported that you can be malfunctioning or motherboard failure (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). Dell recommends that a parameter has exceeded its normal operating range. This feature can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to... function properly. Type hardware troubleshooter in the BIOS setup (see "Contacting Dell" on page 53 for it to resolve the incompatibility. Disconnect the USB device. Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is...
... MONITORING SYSTEM has reported that you can be malfunctioning or motherboard failure (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). Dell recommends that a parameter has exceeded its normal operating range. This feature can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to... function properly. Type hardware troubleshooter in the BIOS setup (see "Contacting Dell" on page 53 for it to resolve the incompatibility. Disconnect the USB device. Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is...