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... then press or click the arrow or the magnifying glass. 4 Click the topic that describes your computer. It also provides access to perform. 3 If the specific task is not listed, use available features. To access Windows Help and Support: 1 Click Start or → Help and Support. 2 Click the topic or task...
... then press or click the arrow or the magnifying glass. 4 Click the topic that describes your computer. It also provides access to perform. 3 If the specific task is not listed, use available features. To access Windows Help and Support: 1 Click Start or → Help and Support. 2 Click the topic or task...
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Control Panel To manage viewing features and computer functions, click Start or → Control Panel. FOR MORE INFORMATION: See Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Information About Installed Hardware Device Manager Use the Device Manager to view a list of all devices installed on your computer and to learn more about how a specific device is configured. 26 Finding Information
Control Panel To manage viewing features and computer functions, click Start or → Control Panel. FOR MORE INFORMATION: See Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Information About Installed Hardware Device Manager Use the Device Manager to view a list of all devices installed on your computer and to learn more about how a specific device is configured. 26 Finding Information
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... Information. Finding Information 27 Windows® XP Click Start → Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance→ System→ Hardware tab→ Device Manager. Device Specifications 1 Click Start or → All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ System Information. 2 Double click Components to expand the Components category. 3 Click the device...
... Information. Finding Information 27 Windows® XP Click Start → Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance→ System→ Hardware tab→ Device Manager. Device Specifications 1 Click Start or → All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ System Information. 2 Double click Components to expand the Components category. 3 Click the device...
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...in the following sources: Device guides Windows Help and Support See Microsoft Windows Help and Support to access device guide for the specific wireless card installed in your computer. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about wireless networking. The device guide provides helpful information...Programs, use the Search feature to a wireless network, as well as managing a wireless network connection. See Microsoft Windows Help and Support for a specific program: Windows Vista® 1 Click Start →Search. 2 Enter the name of the program and click Search. Windows® XP 1 ...
...in the following sources: Device guides Windows Help and Support See Microsoft Windows Help and Support to access device guide for the specific wireless card installed in your computer. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about wireless networking. The device guide provides helpful information...Programs, use the Search feature to a wireless network, as well as managing a wireless network connection. See Microsoft Windows Help and Support for a specific program: Windows Vista® 1 Click Start →Search. 2 Enter the name of the program and click Search. Windows® XP 1 ...
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..., move the slide bar to the left or right to decrease/increase the screen resolution. 5 Click Apply to set resolution HINT: To display a program at a specific resolution, both the video card and the display must support the resolution, and the necessary video drivers must be installed.
..., move the slide bar to the left or right to decrease/increase the screen resolution. 5 Click Apply to set resolution HINT: To display a program at a specific resolution, both the video card and the display must support the resolution, and the necessary video drivers must be installed.
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..., punctuation, and symbols • Control keys for performing certain actions: , , , and the Windows logo key • Function keys, labeled ,< F2>, , and so on, for performing specific tasks • Navigation keys for the device. You may have problems with the pointing device, check the software driver for moving the cursor around in...
..., punctuation, and symbols • Control keys for performing certain actions: , , , and the Windows logo key • Function keys, labeled ,< F2>, , and so on, for performing specific tasks • Navigation keys for the device. You may have problems with the pointing device, check the software driver for moving the cursor around in...
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Printers-Settings and Drivers 71 Printers-Settings and Drivers Accessing Printer Information You can find information about your printer manufacturer's documentation for hardware-specific information. See your printer(s) through the Start button. From the Start menu, click Control Panel to access the hardware on your computer, including a list of printers connected to your computer.
Printers-Settings and Drivers 71 Printers-Settings and Drivers Accessing Printer Information You can find information about your printer manufacturer's documentation for hardware-specific information. See your printer(s) through the Start button. From the Start menu, click Control Panel to access the hardware on your computer, including a list of printers connected to your computer.
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... selected as Default Printer. Once you are connected to a shared printer on the network, you can use most often as the default printer.To set a specific printer as your printer to a network, see "Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband)" on the printer icon, and select Set as the default. A shared printer is...
... selected as Default Printer. Once you are connected to a shared printer on the network, you can use most often as the default printer.To set a specific printer as your printer to a network, see "Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband)" on the printer icon, and select Set as the default. A shared printer is...
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... is marketed by the broadband modem. A router connects computers and peripherals on page 151. • Router - If you can choose between two specific types of broadband access offered by ISPs-cable and DSL. a new line is not available at all locations. See the documentation provided with Internet ... to Set up a LAN • Cable or DSL broadband modem with your computer or computer network to a cable modem or DSL modem for specific details. You can purchase your own broadband modem or use the ISP's modem for a monthly equipment fee added to your monthly service charge. •...
... is marketed by the broadband modem. A router connects computers and peripherals on page 151. • Router - If you can choose between two specific types of broadband access offered by ISPs-cable and DSL. a new line is not available at all locations. See the documentation provided with Internet ... to Set up a LAN • Cable or DSL broadband modem with your computer or computer network to a cable modem or DSL modem for specific details. You can purchase your own broadband modem or use the ISP's modem for a monthly equipment fee added to your monthly service charge. •...
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... may have Internet access through your broadband modem. 3 Install any software required for setting up the Hardware 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about connecting your computer to the Network From your computer. Follow the instructions on the operating system installed in your computer's Control Panel, click...
... may have Internet access through your broadband modem. 3 Install any software required for setting up the Hardware 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about connecting your computer to the Network From your computer. Follow the instructions on the operating system installed in your computer's Control Panel, click...
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... Connections. 2 Click Wireless Network Connection→ View Wireless Networks. 3 Select the desired network from the list and click Connect. Specific network names and configuration details vary. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To Learn more about the connection requirements for your broadband modem. 2 Ensure... the router manufacturer. Setting 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 you attempt to set up a wireless Internet connection. 3...
... Connections. 2 Click Wireless Network Connection→ View Wireless Networks. 3 Select the desired network from the list and click Connect. Specific network names and configuration details vary. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To Learn more about the connection requirements for your broadband modem. 2 Ensure... the router manufacturer. Setting 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 you attempt to set up a wireless Internet connection. 3...
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... a high-speed digital cellular network that provides Internet access over a much wider geographical area than a WLAN, which typically covers only from your cellular phone in a specific geographical location, that accompanied your card if you are able to make a call from 100 to 1000 feet. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 159 Your...
... a high-speed digital cellular network that provides Internet access over a much wider geographical area than a WLAN, which typically covers only from your cellular phone in a specific geographical location, that accompanied your card if you are able to make a call from 100 to 1000 feet. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 159 Your...
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... you must first enable and configure the switch to control Wi-Fi network connections. The wireless switch uses the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator to scan specifically for wireless networks in your computer is turned on only when the computer is turned off , or in your ... the Network Locator Because the Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator may use the wireless switch to you, you can access the Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager from the Dell ControlPoint (DCP) application. The Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator functions regardless of whether your vicinity. DCP icon Networks (LAN,...
... you must first enable and configure the switch to control Wi-Fi network connections. The wireless switch uses the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator to scan specifically for wireless networks in your computer is turned on only when the computer is turned off , or in your ... the Network Locator Because the Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator may use the wireless switch to you, you can access the Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager from the Dell ControlPoint (DCP) application. The Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator functions regardless of whether your vicinity. DCP icon Networks (LAN,...
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... you to share error and status information with an x (Off). The Windows Firewall window provides several tabs that allow exceptions. The Advanced tab allows more specific settings. • The Network Connection Settings tab provides the option for a complete Windows Firewall restore. Setting Windows Firewall to On (recommended) provides another . • The...
... you to share error and status information with an x (Off). The Windows Firewall window provides several tabs that allow exceptions. The Advanced tab allows more specific settings. • The Network Connection Settings tab provides the option for a complete Windows Firewall restore. Setting Windows Firewall to On (recommended) provides another . • The...
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... up to date. Several indicators point to discover information about compatible antispyware and anti-malware software programs for Windows Vista, visit the Microsoft Catalog at specific targets. HINT: Use trusted websites when downloading files. Be careful when obtaining free files on computers. For example, you can record every key you are...
... up to date. Several indicators point to discover information about compatible antispyware and anti-malware software programs for Windows Vista, visit the Microsoft Catalog at specific targets. HINT: Use trusted websites when downloading files. Be careful when obtaining free files on computers. For example, you can record every key you are...
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... to delete a favorite from . A list of favorites, click on the Internet If you are many search engines to search for the specific search engine to learn how to use specifically related words to find information (a web page) on the search engine). HINT: When searching for Information on the Favorites menu and a drop...
... to delete a favorite from . A list of favorites, click on the Internet If you are many search engines to search for the specific search engine to learn how to use specifically related words to find information (a web page) on the search engine). HINT: When searching for Information on the Favorites menu and a drop...
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... panel available through the video card installed in your computer, your computer. Then select the tab for the computer display. NOTE: To display a program at a specific resolution, both the video card and the display device must support the program, and the necessary video drivers must be installed. Connecting Your Computer to...
... panel available through the video card installed in your computer, your computer. Then select the tab for the computer display. NOTE: To display a program at a specific resolution, both the video card and the display device must support the program, and the necessary video drivers must be installed. Connecting Your Computer to...
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From the Advanced tab, select the tab specific for the video card installed in Windows Help and Support. If the video resolution setting is higher than that usually appears at the bottom of ... access a variety of your computer. In pan mode, the entire screen cannot be able to resolve specific display problems. Accessing the Video Card Control Features For additional features and settings, click Advanced. For help with specific problems, click the Troubleshoot button from the Settings tab. HINT: The capacities of additional control features...
From the Advanced tab, select the tab specific for the video card installed in Windows Help and Support. If the video resolution setting is higher than that usually appears at the bottom of ... access a variety of your computer. In pan mode, the entire screen cannot be able to resolve specific display problems. Accessing the Video Card Control Features For additional features and settings, click Advanced. For help with specific problems, click the Troubleshoot button from the Settings tab. HINT: The capacities of additional control features...
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... for Nvidia: Windows Vista 1 Right-click an open area of the Video Card Control Panel screen provides detailed help you click the tab for the specific video card, the appropriate video card control panel is displayed. The left side of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize. For example, to help information for using...
... for Nvidia: Windows Vista 1 Right-click an open area of the Video Card Control Panel screen provides detailed help you click the tab for the specific video card, the appropriate video card control panel is displayed. The left side of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize. For example, to help information for using...
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... BEEN DISABLED. IT IS ADVISABLE TO IMMEDIATELY BACK UP YOUR DATA AND REPLACE YOUR HARD DRIVE BY CALLING YOUR SUPPORT DESK OR D E L L. - Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337). STRIKE T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - WARNING: THE PRIMARY BATTERY CANNOT BE IDENTIFIED. ...WARNING! HIT F1 TO CONTINUE. Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337). WARNING: DELL'S DISK MONITORING SYSTEM HAS DETECTED THAT DRIVE [0/1] ON THE [PRIMARY/SECONDARY] EIDE CONTROLLER IS OPERATING OUTSIDE OF NORMAL SPECIFICATIONS. YOUR POWER ADAPTER DOES NOT SUPPLY ...
... BEEN DISABLED. IT IS ADVISABLE TO IMMEDIATELY BACK UP YOUR DATA AND REPLACE YOUR HARD DRIVE BY CALLING YOUR SUPPORT DESK OR D E L L. - Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337). STRIKE T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - WARNING: THE PRIMARY BATTERY CANNOT BE IDENTIFIED. ...WARNING! HIT F1 TO CONTINUE. Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337). WARNING: DELL'S DISK MONITORING SYSTEM HAS DETECTED THAT DRIVE [0/1] ON THE [PRIMARY/SECONDARY] EIDE CONTROLLER IS OPERATING OUTSIDE OF NORMAL SPECIFICATIONS. YOUR POWER ADAPTER DOES NOT SUPPLY ...