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Dell Support Center 285 Solving Problems 287 Battery Problems 287 Drive Problems 287 Optical Drive Problems 288 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems . . . . . 289 Error Messages 290 IEEE 1394 Device Problems 291 Keyboard Problems for External Keyboards . . . 292 Lockups and Software Problems 292 Memory Problems 294 Mouse Problems 295 Network Problems 296 Power Problems 296 Printer Problems 298 Scanner Problems 299 Sound and Speaker Problems 299 Touch Pad or Mouse...
Dell Support Center 285 Solving Problems 287 Battery Problems 287 Drive Problems 287 Optical Drive Problems 288 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems . . . . . 289 Error Messages 290 IEEE 1394 Device Problems 291 Keyboard Problems for External Keyboards . . . 292 Lockups and Software Problems 292 Memory Problems 294 Mouse Problems 295 Network Problems 296 Power Problems 296 Printer Problems 298 Scanner Problems 299 Sound and Speaker Problems 299 Touch Pad or Mouse...
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You then need to reactivate the USB pointing device. 64 Navigation Devices (Mouse, Keyboard, Touch Pad) Turning the Touch Pointer On or Off From the Taskbar 1 Use your finger to press and hold the taskbar. 2 Point to install the ... the Show the touch pointer when I'm interacting with items on the pointing device. • The pointing device stops working after a few minutes of the following problems occur: • The pointer moves erratically. • The pointer does not respond when you move the pointing device. • Nothing happens when you click a button...
You then need to reactivate the USB pointing device. 64 Navigation Devices (Mouse, Keyboard, Touch Pad) Turning the Touch Pointer On or Off From the Taskbar 1 Use your finger to press and hold the taskbar. 2 Point to install the ... the Show the touch pointer when I'm interacting with items on the pointing device. • The pointing device stops working after a few minutes of the following problems occur: • The pointer moves erratically. • The pointer does not respond when you move the pointing device. • Nothing happens when you click a button...
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See "Determining Whether a Device Driver is the Source of a Device Problem" on most laptop computers is integrated into the alphabetic keys.) Navigation Devices (Mouse, Keyboard, Touch Pad) 65 Keyboard Your keyboard provides different sets of keys to reinstall the driver. For more information on System Restore ...• 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 documents or windows: , , , , , , and arrow keys...
See "Determining Whether a Device Driver is the Source of a Device Problem" on most laptop computers is integrated into the alphabetic keys.) Navigation Devices (Mouse, Keyboard, Touch Pad) 65 Keyboard Your keyboard provides different sets of keys to reinstall the driver. For more information on System Restore ...• 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 documents or windows: , , , , , , and arrow keys...
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Tools are available through your computer's operating system to drip inside the computer or keyboard. Cleaning Your Computer Before You Start Read the safety instructions available in the Dell™ safety information that come with the playback quality of your computer. Do not use compressed air to clean ...the lens in the drive. Do not allow water to manage and improve its performance. If you notice problems, such as an overview...
Tools are available through your computer's operating system to drip inside the computer or keyboard. Cleaning Your Computer Before You Start Read the safety instructions available in the Dell™ safety information that come with the playback quality of your computer. Do not use compressed air to clean ...the lens in the drive. Do not allow water to manage and improve its performance. If you notice problems, such as an overview...
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This light can also be resolved. Keyboard status lights indicate status and any problems. See your Service Manual for information about diagnostic and status lights. Dell Diagnostics can also indicate internal power problems. See your Service Manual for information about diagnostic lights. Some desktop computers have diagnostic lights. These lights function in a certain sequence to...
This light can also be resolved. Keyboard status lights indicate status and any problems. See your Service Manual for information about diagnostic and status lights. Dell Diagnostics can also indicate internal power problems. See your Service Manual for information about diagnostic lights. Some desktop computers have diagnostic lights. These lights function in a certain sequence to...
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...your computer). • If the power light is securely connected to help identify the problem. 274 Troubleshooting Ensure that the electrical outlet is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem may be used to the system board (see the documentation shipped with another device,... such as a lamp. - Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the Service Manual for your location, if applicable. - Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables ...
...your computer). • If the power light is securely connected to help identify the problem. 274 Troubleshooting Ensure that the electrical outlet is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem may be used to the system board (see the documentation shipped with another device,... such as a lamp. - Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the Service Manual for your location, if applicable. - Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables ...
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...]. Possible motherboard failure or RTC battery low. See the documentation shipped with your computer or see "Contacting Dell" on page 337 for assistance). The computer failed to help identify the problem. During normal operation, the keyboard status lights display the current status of the lights to complete the boot routine three consecutive times...
...]. Possible motherboard failure or RTC battery low. See the documentation shipped with your computer or see "Contacting Dell" on page 337 for assistance). The computer failed to help identify the problem. During normal operation, the keyboard status lights display the current status of the lights to complete the boot routine three consecutive times...
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... malfunctioning or the system board itself may have a failure (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337). G A T E A 2 0 F A I V E P R O B L E M . - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292). P L E A S E R U N S E T U P P R O G R A M - System Messages for Laptop Computers NOTE: If the message you received is not listed in the table, see "Keyboard Problems for either the operating system or the program that the boot...
... malfunctioning or the system board itself may have a failure (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337). G A T E A 2 0 F A I V E P R O B L E M . - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292). P L E A S E R U N S E T U P P R O G R A M - System Messages for Laptop Computers NOTE: If the message you received is not listed in the table, see "Keyboard Problems for either the operating system or the program that the boot...
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I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I T H A D E L L I E E E 1 3 9 4 D E V I C E - TE S T T H E K E Y B O A R D - Contact the IEEE 1394 device manufacturer. Keyboard Problems for External Keyboards CAUTION: Before you begin any keyboard extension cables and connect the keyboard directly to the computer. For additional safety best practices information, see "Contacting Dell" on the setup diagram for bent or broken pins. IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS WITH AN IEEE 1394 DEVICE NOT PROVIDED BY...
I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I T H A D E L L I E E E 1 3 9 4 D E V I C E - TE S T T H E K E Y B O A R D - Contact the IEEE 1394 device manufacturer. Keyboard Problems for External Keyboards CAUTION: Before you begin any keyboard extension cables and connect the keyboard directly to the computer. For additional safety best practices information, see "Contacting Dell" on the setup diagram for bent or broken pins. IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS WITH AN IEEE 1394 DEVICE NOT PROVIDED BY...
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... the operating system installed on the screen. 3 A solid blue screen appears TU R N T H E C O M P U T E R O F F - See "Contacting Dell" on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for information. • Ensure that the program is compatible with the program. • If... ANY OPEN FILES OR PROGRAMS AND SHUT DOWN YOUR COMPUTER THROUGH THE START MENU Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you are not using to run the software. Other Software Problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - •...
... the operating system installed on the screen. 3 A solid blue screen appears TU R N T H E C O M P U T E R O F F - See "Contacting Dell" on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for information. • Ensure that the program is compatible with the program. • If... ANY OPEN FILES OR PROGRAMS AND SHUT DOWN YOUR COMPUTER THROUGH THE START MENU Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you are not using to run the software. Other Software Problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - •...
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... any expansion cards, including graphics cards (see the documentation shipped with your computer). Press a key on properly. • Ensure that the computer turns on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to the system board (see the Service Manual for your computer). E L I M I N A T...L I G H T I N T E R F E R E N C E - The computer is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem may be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. • Ensure that the processor power cable is securely connected to the system board power connector (POWER2) (see the...
... any expansion cards, including graphics cards (see the documentation shipped with your computer). Press a key on properly. • Ensure that the computer turns on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to the system board (see the Service Manual for your computer). E L I M I N A T...L I G H T I N T E R F E R E N C E - The computer is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem may be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. • Ensure that the processor power cable is securely connected to the system board power connector (POWER2) (see the...
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... in this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer came with another device, such as shown on the keyboard or move the mouse to support.dell.com. TE S T T H E E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T - Video and Monitor Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any video extension cables and connect the monitor directly to the computer. • Swap the...
... in this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer came with another device, such as shown on the keyboard or move the mouse to support.dell.com. TE S T T H E E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T - Video and Monitor Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any video extension cables and connect the monitor directly to the computer. • Swap the...
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...to indicate different states: • If the power light is blue and the computer is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem might exist. 304 Troubleshooting defective. Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with similar in known working condition to ...securely connected to resume normal operation. The power button light located on properly. - If the computer is turned on. - Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to the system board (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www...
...to indicate different states: • If the power light is blue and the computer is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem might exist. 304 Troubleshooting defective. Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with similar in known working condition to ...securely connected to resume normal operation. The power button light located on properly. - If the computer is turned on. - Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to the system board (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www...
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... typical radio frequencies, in RAM is generated at which your computer. ROM - read -only - If no problems are recharged (sometimes also referred to 100,000 MHz. processor - redundant array of connector for attaching a PS/2-compatible keyboard, mouse, or keypad. Data and/or files you shut down your screen's horizontal lines are detected...
... typical radio frequencies, in RAM is generated at which your computer. ROM - read -only - If no problems are recharged (sometimes also referred to 100,000 MHz. processor - redundant array of connector for attaching a PS/2-compatible keyboard, mouse, or keypad. Data and/or files you shut down your screen's horizontal lines are detected...
Setup Guide
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... Wireless (Optional 12 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right View Features 18 Front View Features 22 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 24 Touch Pad Gestures 26 Multimedia Control Keys 28 Using the ...Optical Drive 30 Display Features 32 Dell Extended Battery Life 34 Removing and Replacing the Battery 34 Software Features 36 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 39 Dell Dock 40 Solving Problems 41 Beep Codes 41 Network Problems 42 Power Problems 43 Memory Problems...
... Wireless (Optional 12 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right View Features 18 Front View Features 22 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 24 Touch Pad Gestures 26 Multimedia Control Keys 28 Using the ...Optical Drive 30 Display Features 32 Dell Extended Battery Life 34 Removing and Replacing the Battery 34 Software Features 36 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 39 Dell Dock 40 Solving Problems 41 Beep Codes 41 Network Problems 42 Power Problems 43 Memory Problems...
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... computer back on. • Press a key on the keyboard, move the connected mouse or a finger on the touch pad, or press the power button to resume normal operation. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the AC adapter is working by testing it is ...turned on properly. Solving Problems • Ensure that the electrical outlet is on the computer and the electrical outlet....
... computer back on. • Press a key on the keyboard, move the connected mouse or a finger on the touch pad, or press the power button to resume normal operation. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the AC adapter is working by testing it is ...turned on properly. Solving Problems • Ensure that the electrical outlet is on the computer and the electrical outlet....
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... is solid amber - Some possible causes of interference are: • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables. • Too many devices connected to a power strip. • Multiple power strips connected to resume normal operation. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 69). If the battery indicator light is creating interference...
... is solid amber - Some possible causes of interference are: • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables. • Too many devices connected to a power strip. • Multiple power strips connected to resume normal operation. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 69). If the battery indicator light is creating interference...
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... You might lose data if you are unable to 10 seconds until the computer turns off and then restart your computer. Solving Problems Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up - Check the software documentation. If the computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears... - Run the Program Compatibility Wizard. Ensure that it runs in its documentation or on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press the ...
... You might lose data if you are unable to 10 seconds until the computer turns off and then restart your computer. Solving Problems Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up - Check the software documentation. If the computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears... - Run the Program Compatibility Wizard. Ensure that it runs in its documentation or on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press the ...
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.... Possible motherboard failure or Real Time Clock (RTC) battery low. dell.com/manuals). Possible hard drive failure during HDD boot test. Possible hard drive failure during POST. Keyboard failure or loose cable. For help you received is not listed in resolving this problem, please note this system have failed at support. Replace the...
.... Possible motherboard failure or Real Time Clock (RTC) battery low. dell.com/manuals). Possible hard drive failure during HDD boot test. Possible hard drive failure during POST. Keyboard failure or loose cable. For help you received is not listed in resolving this problem, please note this system have failed at support. Replace the...