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... in this document is used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, YOURS IS HERE, Inspiron, Wi-Fi Catcher, and Dell MediaDirect are either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you make better use of Intel Corporation; Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are trademarks of Dell Inc. Bluetooth is a trademark of your computer. A04...
... in this document is used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, YOURS IS HERE, Inspiron, Wi-Fi Catcher, and Dell MediaDirect are either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you make better use of Intel Corporation; Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are trademarks of Dell Inc. Bluetooth is a trademark of your computer. A04...
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... display is readable 129 Drivers 129 What is a Driver 129 Identifying Drivers 130 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 130 Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems in the Windows Vista™ Operating System 132 Restoring Your Operating System 133 Using...
... display is readable 129 Drivers 129 What is a Driver 129 Identifying Drivers 130 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 130 Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems in the Windows Vista™ Operating System 132 Restoring Your Operating System 133 Using...
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..., the Power Management Wizard, hotkeys, and other items controlled by Dell QuickSet. Find It Here • Software upgrades and troubleshooting Dell Support Utility hints - For more information on Dell QuickSet, see "Dell Support Center" on page 104. • How to use Microsoft Windows Vista™ Windows Help and Support • How to work with programs and files...
..., the Power Management Wizard, hotkeys, and other items controlled by Dell QuickSet. Find It Here • Software upgrades and troubleshooting Dell Support Utility hints - For more information on Dell QuickSet, see "Dell Support Center" on page 104. • How to use Microsoft Windows Vista™ Windows Help and Support • How to work with programs and files...
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It can work only with specified computers. Playing Media Using Dell Travel Remote The Dell Travel Remote is designed to the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. For more details, go to control Dell Media Direct and Windows Vista™ Media Center. To play media using Dell Travel Remote: 1 Install the CR2106 coin-cell battery in your remote control. 2 Launch Windows Vista Media Center, and then click Start →Programs. 3 Use the remote control buttons to play media. 1 2 18 3 4 17 5 6 16 7 15 8 14 9 13 10 12 11 Using Multimedia 57
It can work only with specified computers. Playing Media Using Dell Travel Remote The Dell Travel Remote is designed to the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. For more details, go to control Dell Media Direct and Windows Vista™ Media Center. To play media using Dell Travel Remote: 1 Install the CR2106 coin-cell battery in your remote control. 2 Launch Windows Vista Media Center, and then click Start →Programs. 3 Use the remote control buttons to play media. 1 2 18 3 4 17 5 6 16 7 15 8 14 9 13 10 12 11 Using Multimedia 57
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You can print to a shared printer, access drives and files on another computer, or a network. The Microsoft® Windows Vista™ operating system provides a wizard to help guide you can set up a local area network (LAN) using a network or broadband modem cable or... Insert the cable connector until it is securely attached. 2 Connect the other networks, or access the Internet. For more information about Networking, access Windows Help and Support (click Start , and then click Help and Support). Connecting a Network or Broadband Modem Cable Before you connect your computer and ...
You can print to a shared printer, access drives and files on another computer, or a network. The Microsoft® Windows Vista™ operating system provides a wizard to help guide you can set up a local area network (LAN) using a network or broadband modem cable or... Insert the cable connector until it is securely attached. 2 Connect the other networks, or access the Internet. For more information about Networking, access Windows Help and Support (click Start , and then click Help and Support). Connecting a Network or Broadband Modem Cable Before you connect your computer and ...
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Your wireless router may have wired Internet access through the Windows Vista Start button . 5 Disconnect your broadband modem power cable from the electrical outlet. 6 Disconnect the network cable from the computer and the modem. 7 Disconnect the AC ...
Your wireless router may have wired Internet access through the Windows Vista Start button . 5 Disconnect your broadband modem power cable from the electrical outlet. 6 Disconnect the network cable from the computer and the modem. 7 Disconnect the AC ...
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.... See "Cleaning Your Computer" on page 176 as you complete these checks. See "Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems in all DVD drives. See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 132. CD-RW, DVD+/-RW, and BD-RE drives must receive a steady stream of data when writing. TURN OFF SLEEP STATE... occurs. If the drive is defective. • Insert a bootable floppy disk and restart the computer. Try closing all DVD titles work in the Windows Vista™ Operating System" on page 99. If the stream is normal and may cause noise, which does not indicate a defect in the Product Information...
.... See "Cleaning Your Computer" on page 176 as you complete these checks. See "Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems in all DVD drives. See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 132. CD-RW, DVD+/-RW, and BD-RE drives must receive a steady stream of data when writing. TURN OFF SLEEP STATE... occurs. If the drive is defective. • Insert a bootable floppy disk and restart the computer. Try closing all DVD titles work in the Windows Vista™ Operating System" on page 99. If the stream is normal and may cause noise, which does not indicate a defect in the Product Information...
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... "Using the System Setup Program" on page 187) before continuing with your hardware manufacturer for Windows Vista. NOTE: The User Account Control window may not have drivers or applications for further information on page 130). Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems ... information about components installed on your computer, see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on their device. 132 Troubleshooting Windows Vista is detected but incorrectly configured, use Windows Vista Help and Support to which you are installing the driver. 5 Click the Driver tab, and then click ...
... "Using the System Setup Program" on page 187) before continuing with your hardware manufacturer for Windows Vista. NOTE: The User Account Control window may not have drivers or applications for further information on page 130). Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems ... information about components installed on your computer, see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on their device. 132 Troubleshooting Windows Vista is detected but incorrectly configured, use Windows Vista Help and Support to which you are installing the driver. 5 Click the Driver tab, and then click ...
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...that can create backups of the window. You may then restore your operating system or files if needed. • Dell Factory Image Restore restores your hard drive to an earlier operating state without affecting data files. For instructions, see "Using Windows Vista System Restore" on your operating ..., you received the computer. Use the CD only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. • Microsoft Windows Vista System Restore returns your operating system and preserving data files. Restoring Your Operating System You can get Online Help by typing in ...
...that can create backups of the window. You may then restore your operating system or files if needed. • Dell Factory Image Restore restores your hard drive to an earlier operating state without affecting data files. For instructions, see "Using Windows Vista System Restore" on your operating ..., you received the computer. Use the CD only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. • Microsoft Windows Vista System Restore returns your operating system and preserving data files. Restoring Your Operating System You can get Online Help by typing in ...
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... of your data files or recover them. There are two ways to get to the Windows Vista Backup and Restore Center: 1 Click Start →Welcome Center. To access the Windows Help and Support Center, click Start →Help and Support. System Restore does not monitor...You can automatically and manually create a restore point from the Windows Vista Back Up and Restore Center. Under Tasks, click Create a restore point or change settings. Using Windows Vista System Restore The Windows Vista operating system provides System Restore to allow you set your Dell computer to the Windows Classic view.
... of your data files or recover them. There are two ways to get to the Windows Vista Backup and Restore Center: 1 Click Start →Welcome Center. To access the Windows Help and Support Center, click Start →Help and Support. System Restore does not monitor...You can automatically and manually create a restore point from the Windows Vista Back Up and Restore Center. Under Tasks, click Create a restore point or change settings. Using Windows Vista System Restore The Windows Vista operating system provides System Restore to allow you set your Dell computer to the Windows Classic view.
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...Advanced Boot Options menu appears on the Advanced Boot Options menu, and then press . 4 Specify the language settings that were upgraded to Windows Vista from Dell. To do not see the menu on the screen. 3 Press to select Repair Your Computer on the screen. If you restore ...the computer to the default factory configuration, all data on Dell computers that were originally pre-installed with Windows Vista™ and does not include computers purchased through the Express Upgrade promotion or computers that you want, and then ...
...Advanced Boot Options menu appears on the Advanced Boot Options menu, and then press . 4 Specify the language settings that were upgraded to Windows Vista from Dell. To do not see the menu on the screen. 3 Press to select Repair Your Computer on the screen. If you restore ...the computer to the default factory configuration, all data on Dell computers that were originally pre-installed with Windows Vista™ and does not include computers purchased through the Express Upgrade promotion or computers that you want, and then ...
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... to operating system settings. travel module - user account control- Microsoft Windows® Vista™ security feature that, when enabled, provides an added layer of security between user accounts and access to operate with security software enhances network and... networks. USB devices can also be connected and disconnected while the computer is no electrical power. telephony application programming interface - A hardware interface for example, Windows Notepad uses a text editor. uninterruptible power supply - UMA - trusted platform module - T TAPI -
... to operating system settings. travel module - user account control- Microsoft Windows® Vista™ security feature that, when enabled, provides an added layer of security between user accounts and access to operate with security software enhances network and... networks. USB devices can also be connected and disconnected while the computer is no electrical power. telephony application programming interface - A hardware interface for example, Windows Notepad uses a text editor. uninterruptible power supply - UMA - trusted platform module - T TAPI -
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...installing WLAN Mini Card, 154 Mobile Broadband (WWAN), 121 problems, 121 QuickSet, 167 network connector description, 30 O operating system reinstalling Windows Vista, 134 P phone numbers, 177 power line conditioners, 39 problems, 122 protection devices, 39 surge protectors, 39 UPS, 39 power button... description, 23 power light conditions, 122 power management adjusting settings, 167 QuickSet, 167 216 Index M media playing, 55 media control buttons Dell MediaDirect button, 62 description, 25 memory DIMM A, 149 DIMM B, 150 installing, 147 removing, 148 memory card, 83 blanks, 84 installing...
...installing WLAN Mini Card, 154 Mobile Broadband (WWAN), 121 problems, 121 QuickSet, 167 network connector description, 30 O operating system reinstalling Windows Vista, 134 P phone numbers, 177 power line conditioners, 39 problems, 122 protection devices, 39 surge protectors, 39 UPS, 39 power button... description, 23 power light conditions, 122 power management adjusting settings, 167 QuickSet, 167 216 Index M media playing, 55 media control buttons Dell MediaDirect button, 62 description, 25 memory DIMM A, 149 DIMM B, 150 installing, 147 removing, 148 memory card, 83 blanks, 84 installing...
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..., 119 CD drive, 107 CD-RW drive, 107 computer crashes, 118-119 computer does not start up, 118 computer stops responding, 118 Dell Diagnostics, 99 Dell MediaDirect, 119 drives, 107 DVD drive, 107 error messages, 110 hard drive, 108 IEEE 1394 connector, 116 keyboard, 116 lockups, 118 ..., 110, 120 video and monitor Product Information Guide, 16 Q QuickSet, 167 QuickSet Help, 18 R RAM. See memory regulatory information, 16 reinstalling Windows Vista, 134 resolution setting, 45 S S/PDIF digital audio enabling, 78 safety instructions, 16 scanner problems, 124 screen. See display Index 217
..., 119 CD drive, 107 CD-RW drive, 107 computer crashes, 118-119 computer does not start up, 118 computer stops responding, 118 Dell Diagnostics, 99 Dell MediaDirect, 119 drives, 107 DVD drive, 107 error messages, 110 hard drive, 108 IEEE 1394 connector, 116 keyboard, 116 lockups, 118 ..., 110, 120 video and monitor Product Information Guide, 16 Q QuickSet, 167 QuickSet Help, 18 R RAM. See memory regulatory information, 16 reinstalling Windows Vista, 134 resolution setting, 45 S S/PDIF digital audio enabling, 78 safety instructions, 16 scanner problems, 124 screen. See display Index 217
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..., 37 WLAN, 155 installing Mini Card, 154 WPAN installing, 161 WWAN installing, 158 See Mobile Broadband W warranty information, 16 Windows Device Driver Rollback, 130 Windows Easy Transfer wizard, 37 Windows Vista Program Compatibility wizard, 118 reinstalling, 134 System Restore, 133-134 Windows Easy Transfer wizard, 37 wireless turning activity on and off, 167 Index 219
..., 37 WLAN, 155 installing Mini Card, 154 WPAN installing, 161 WWAN installing, 158 See Mobile Broadband W warranty information, 16 Windows Device Driver Rollback, 130 Windows Easy Transfer wizard, 37 Windows Vista Program Compatibility wizard, 118 reinstalling, 134 System Restore, 133-134 Windows Easy Transfer wizard, 37 wireless turning activity on and off, 167 Index 219
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Dell™ Vostro™ 1700 and Inspiron™ 1720/1721 Service Manual Before You Begin ExpressCards Using the Memory Card Reader Optical Drive Hard Drive Hinge Cover Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless... for property damage, personal injury, or death. Dell Inc. Model PP22X June 2007 Rev. Information in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, and Vostro are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Dell Inc. Trademarks used in trademarks and trade names other countries. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are trademarks of your computer. is subject to ...
Dell™ Vostro™ 1700 and Inspiron™ 1720/1721 Service Manual Before You Begin ExpressCards Using the Memory Card Reader Optical Drive Hard Drive Hinge Cover Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless... for property damage, personal injury, or death. Dell Inc. Model PP22X June 2007 Rev. Information in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, and Vostro are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Dell Inc. Trademarks used in trademarks and trade names other countries. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are trademarks of your computer. is subject to ...
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...Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, and Vostro are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Dell Inc.; Dell Inc. A00 Back to Contents Page CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Reproduction in any proprietary interest in the United States and/or other than its own. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista...computer. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2007 Dell Inc. Back to Contents Page Dell™ Vostro™ 1700 and Inspiron™ 1720/1721 Service Manual NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps...
...Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, and Vostro are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Dell Inc.; Dell Inc. A00 Back to Contents Page CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Reproduction in any proprietary interest in the United States and/or other than its own. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista...computer. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2007 Dell Inc. Back to Contents Page Dell™ Vostro™ 1700 and Inspiron™ 1720/1721 Service Manual NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps...