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... Information To access Windows Help and Support: 1 Click Start or → Help and Support. 2 Click the topic or task you want to perform. 3 If the specific task is not listed, use available features. In the Start Search field (or Search in Windows XP), type a word or phrase that describes your question...
... Information To access Windows Help and Support: 1 Click Start or → Help and Support. 2 Click the topic or task you want to perform. 3 If the specific task is not listed, use available features. In the Start Search field (or Search in Windows XP), type a word or phrase that describes your question...
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FOR MORE INFORMATION: See Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Control Panel To manage viewing features and computer functions, click Start or → Control Panel. 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
FOR MORE INFORMATION: See Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Control Panel To manage viewing features and computer functions, click Start or → Control Panel. 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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Double click Components to view a table identifying the component or device name and related setting and configuration information. 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 ...
Double click Components to view a table identifying the component or device name and related setting and configuration information. 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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... → Search→ All Files or Folders. 2 Enter the name of the program in your computer. See Microsoft Windows Help and Support for the specific wireless card installed in the Search field. 3 Press . The "Networking and the Web" topic provides an overview, requirements, details on page 149. 28... more about wireless networking. Wireless Networking Wireless network information is not listed under All Programs, use the Search feature to search for a specific program: Windows Vista® 1 Click Start →Search. 2 Enter the name of the program and click Search.
... → Search→ All Files or Folders. 2 Enter the name of the program in your computer. See Microsoft Windows Help and Support for the specific wireless card installed in the Search field. 3 Press . The "Networking and the Web" topic provides an overview, requirements, details on page 149. 28... more about wireless networking. Wireless Networking Wireless network information is not listed under All Programs, use the Search feature to search for a specific program: Windows Vista® 1 Click Start →Search. 2 Enter the name of the program and click Search.
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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. The Display Properties window appears...
..., 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. The Display Properties window appears...
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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.
..., 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.
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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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... also called a network 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 Default Printer. Setting the Default Printer Set the printer you must first add a network service to a network, see "Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband...
... also called a network 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 Default Printer. Setting the Default Printer Set the printer you must first add a network service to a network, see "Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband...
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...data transfer rates than dial-up a new LAN The following steps are general guidelines for Broadband Access • You can choose between two specific types of broadband access offered by telephone companies, but it is not required. If you have a network interface card. • Your ...computer or computer network to provide the broadband service; Setting up access. Broadband access is used to a cable modem or DSL modem for specific details. You can obtain cable broadband access through your cable provider. • You must connect your monthly service charge. • Your computer...
...data transfer rates than dial-up a new LAN The following steps are general guidelines for Broadband Access • You can choose between two specific types of broadband access offered by telephone companies, but it is not required. If you have a network interface card. • Your ...computer or computer network to provide the broadband service; Setting up access. Broadband access is used to a cable modem or DSL modem for specific details. You can obtain cable broadband access through your cable provider. • You must connect your monthly service charge. • Your computer...
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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 click an option for your computer's Control Panel, click Network and Internet connections→ Network and Sharing Center. Your...
... 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 click an option for your computer's Control Panel, click Network and Internet connections→ Network and Sharing Center. Your...
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...modem before you attempt to set up a new Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about the connection requirements for your broadband modem. 2 Ensure that came with your wireless router. Windows® XP 1 Click Start ...: The following networking instructions do not apply to a network under Tasks. 4 Select the desired network from the list and click Connect. Specific network names and configuration details vary. Windows Vista® 1 Click Start → Network. 2 Click Network and Sharing Center on the navigation...
...modem before you attempt to set up a new Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about the connection requirements for your broadband modem. 2 Ensure that came with your wireless router. Windows® XP 1 Click Start ...: The following networking instructions do not apply to a network under Tasks. 4 Select the desired network from the list and click Connect. Specific network names and configuration details vary. Windows Vista® 1 Click Start → Network. 2 Click Network and Sharing Center on the navigation...
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NOTE: Even if you purchased it separately. Contact your cellular phone in a specific geographical location, that location may not necessarily be within a cellular-data coverage zone. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about Mobile Broadband networks (Wireless Wide ...
NOTE: Even if you purchased it separately. Contact your cellular phone in a specific geographical location, that location may not necessarily be within a cellular-data coverage zone. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about Mobile Broadband networks (Wireless Wide ...
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...) 167 The Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator functions regardless of whether your vicinity. 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... scanning. The wireless switch uses the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator to scan specifically for a few seconds (see "System Setup" on page 307) Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager You can access the Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager from the Dell ControlPoint (DCP) application. To scan for...
...) 167 The Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator functions regardless of whether your vicinity. 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... scanning. The wireless switch uses the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator to scan specifically for a few seconds (see "System Setup" on page 307) Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager You can access the Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager from the Dell ControlPoint (DCP) application. To scan for...
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... the computer as all the successful connections in a designated file. • The Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP) settings allow exceptions. The Advanced tab allows more specific settings. • The Network Connection Settings tab provides the option for a complete Windows Firewall restore. HINT: You must be enabled to share error and status...
... the computer as all the successful connections in a designated file. • The Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP) settings allow exceptions. The Advanced tab allows more specific settings. • The Network Connection Settings tab provides the option for a complete Windows Firewall restore. HINT: You must be enabled to share error and status...
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... to the Internet Preventing Spyware and Malware Infection Several options are available to infection with spyware. Watch for Windows Vista, visit the Microsoft Catalog at specific targets. Several indicators point to prevent spyware and malware from infecting your computer.
... to the Internet Preventing Spyware and Malware Infection Several options are available to infection with spyware. Watch for Windows Vista, visit the Microsoft Catalog at specific targets. Several indicators point to prevent spyware and malware from infecting your computer.
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... click Move to Folder to move a page into a folder. 5 Highlight a folder or page and click Delete to delete a favorite from . There are searching for the specific search engine to learn how to help refine the search. To view a list of favorites, click on the search engine). Read the Help sections for...-down list appears with all of related web pages is displayed below the search field. Most search engines have an advanced search feature to use specifically related words to help refine your list.
... click Move to Folder to move a page into a folder. 5 Highlight a folder or page and click Delete to delete a favorite from . There are searching for the specific search engine to learn how to help refine the search. To view a list of favorites, click on the search engine). Read the Help sections for...-down list appears with all of related web pages is displayed below the search field. Most search engines have an advanced search feature to use specifically related words to help refine your list.
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...: You can also use the video card control panel available through the video card installed in your computer, your computer. 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...
...: You can also use the video card control panel available through the video card installed in your computer, your computer. 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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... Windows Help and Support. Connecting Your Computer to pan up, down, left, and right. From the Advanced tab, select the tab specific for Video Display Resolution Problems For information about setting display properties through the Windows Display Properties menu, see the User's Guide for the ...the desktop may not be visible. Select the resolution, color level, and refresh rate. You may no longer be able to resolve specific display problems. Accessing the Video Card Control Features For additional features and settings, click Advanced. You can also click the Troubleshoot button...
... Windows Help and Support. Connecting Your Computer to pan up, down, left, and right. From the Advanced tab, select the tab specific for Video Display Resolution Problems For information about setting display properties through the Windows Display Properties menu, see the User's Guide for the ...the desktop may not be visible. Select the resolution, color level, and refresh rate. You may no longer be able to resolve specific display problems. Accessing the Video Card Control Features For additional features and settings, click Advanced. You can also click the Troubleshoot button...
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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 a TV and Adjusting Display...
... 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 a TV and Adjusting Display...
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...BY CALLING YOUR SUPPORT DESK OR D E L L. - Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 307. YOUR POWER ADAPTER DOES NOT SUPPLY ENOUGH POWER ... or the battery or system board may be defective. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST PERFORMANCE. WARNING: THE PRIMARY BATTERY...or the battery or system board may have occurred. Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337). STRIKE THE F3 KEY (BEFORE THE... CHARGE THE BATTERY. WARNING: DELL'S DISK MONITORING SYSTEM HAS DETECTED THAT DRIVE [0/1] ON THE [PRIMARY/SECONDARY]...
...BY CALLING YOUR SUPPORT DESK OR D E L L. - Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 307. YOUR POWER ADAPTER DOES NOT SUPPLY ENOUGH POWER ... or the battery or system board may be defective. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST PERFORMANCE. WARNING: THE PRIMARY BATTERY...or the battery or system board may have occurred. Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337). STRIKE THE F3 KEY (BEFORE THE... CHARGE THE BATTERY. WARNING: DELL'S DISK MONITORING SYSTEM HAS DETECTED THAT DRIVE [0/1] ON THE [PRIMARY/SECONDARY]...