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Removing Applications From Your Computer . . . . . 123 Windows Vista 123 Windows XP 123 Ending an Application When it Does not Respond 124 10 Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) . . . . 125 Performing Maintenance Tasks to Increase Computer Speed and Ensure Security 125 Cleaning Your Computer 126 Before You ...
Removing Applications From Your Computer . . . . . 123 Windows Vista 123 Windows XP 123 Ending an Application When it Does not Respond 124 10 Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) . . . . 125 Performing Maintenance Tasks to Increase Computer Speed and Ensure Security 125 Cleaning Your Computer 126 Before You ...
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... RAID requires multiple hard drives. RAID Level 0 NOTICE: RAID level 0 provides no redundancy. Windows Vista® 1 Click Start → Computer. NOTE: The User Account Control window may support other RAID levels (5, 10, 50). There are an administrator on the RAID configuration. • RAID level 0 is ... Computer. 2 Right-click Local Disk (C:). 3 Click Properties→ Tools→ Check Now. For information about these levels, see support.dell.com. If you are four basic RAID levels discussed in the loss of bad sectors, and then click Start. The number of hard drives...
... RAID requires multiple hard drives. RAID Level 0 NOTICE: RAID level 0 provides no redundancy. Windows Vista® 1 Click Start → Computer. NOTE: The User Account Control window may support other RAID levels (5, 10, 50). There are an administrator on the RAID configuration. • RAID level 0 is ... Computer. 2 Right-click Local Disk (C:). 3 Click Properties→ Tools→ Check Now. For information about these levels, see support.dell.com. If you are four basic RAID levels discussed in the loss of bad sectors, and then click Start. The number of hard drives...
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... to an array, press . Repeat these steps for each RAID array varies, depending on the selected drives in the RAID array. The Array Detail window appears. Back up , use the arrow keys to move the selected drive from the selected drives. The Clear disk data prompt appears. NOTE: To... array, use the arrow keys to exit the RAID BIOS. To create a RAID 0 configuration, use the arrow keys to select the array and press . 10 Press to return to the previous screen. 11 Press to select Striping. 2 Restart the computer. 3 Press when prompted to the Free Disks field. 6 Use...
... to an array, press . Repeat these steps for each RAID array varies, depending on the selected drives in the RAID array. The Array Detail window appears. Back up , use the arrow keys to move the selected drive from the selected drives. The Clear disk data prompt appears. NOTE: To... array, use the arrow keys to exit the RAID BIOS. To create a RAID 0 configuration, use the arrow keys to select the array and press . 10 Press to return to the previous screen. 11 Press to select Striping. 2 Restart the computer. 3 Press when prompted to the Free Disks field. 6 Use...
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... to create the RAID volume. 8 Confirm that the correct volume configuration is displayed on page 265). and down -arrow keys to select Exit and press . 10 Install the operating system (see an Actions menu option, you have not yet set your computer to RAID-enabled mode. 3 On the Actions menu, select... drive you want to include in your RAID level 0 volume, follow the above step after selecting the third hard drive. 6 In the Specify Volume Size window, click the Volume Size desired, and then click Next. 7 Click Finish to create the volume, or click Back to RAID-Enabled Mode" on the RAID...
... to create the RAID volume. 8 Confirm that the correct volume configuration is displayed on page 265). and down -arrow keys to select Exit and press . 10 Install the operating system (see an Actions menu option, you have not yet set your computer to RAID-enabled mode. 3 On the Actions menu, select... drive you want to include in your RAID level 0 volume, follow the above step after selecting the third hard drive. 6 In the Specify Volume Size window, click the Volume Size desired, and then click Next. 7 Click Finish to create the volume, or click Back to RAID-Enabled Mode" on the RAID...
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..., you want to use, and then click the right arrow. 7 Click a second hard drive until two drives appear in the Selected window, and then click Next. 8 In the Specify Volume Size window, select the Volume Size desired and click Next. 9 Click Finish to create the volume, or click Back to make changes.... 10 Follow the Microsoft Windows procedures for your computer to RAID-enabled mode. 3 On the Actions menu, select Create RAID Volume to launch the Create RAID Volume Wizard. 4 Click Next ...
..., you want to use, and then click the right arrow. 7 Click a second hard drive until two drives appear in the Selected window, and then click Next. 8 In the Specify Volume Size window, select the Volume Size desired and click Next. 9 Click Finish to create the volume, or click Back to make changes.... 10 Follow the Microsoft Windows procedures for your computer to RAID-enabled mode. 3 On the Actions menu, select Create RAID Volume to launch the Create RAID Volume Wizard. 4 Click Next ...
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Windows XP 1 Click Start Backup. → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools → 2 Click Advanced Mode in the Backup or Restore Wizard. 3 On the Backup ..., click Advanced. This option is selected by clicking the Tools menu, and then clicking Options. 8 When you have finished setting advanced backup options, click OK. 10 Click Start Backup to start the backup process. 118 Files and Folders When you want to back up files and folders to a tape, click the...
Windows XP 1 Click Start Backup. → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools → 2 Click Advanced Mode in the Backup or Restore Wizard. 3 On the Backup ..., click Advanced. This option is selected by clicking the Tools menu, and then clicking Options. 8 When you have finished setting advanced backup options, click OK. 10 Click Start Backup to start the backup process. 118 Files and Folders When you want to back up files and folders to a tape, click the...
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...different locations on your hard drive. This action enables your programs to run faster and your computer spends to open it . This window lists the hard drives on the disk. This reduces the time your files to locate all the parts of a file that are...Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) Disk Defragmenter combines all the parts of a file and open more quickly. Before defragmenting the hard drive, Windows analyzes the disk to 10 minutes. 1 Click Start → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools → Disk Defragmenter. The computer must search ...
...different locations on your hard drive. This action enables your programs to run faster and your computer spends to open it . This window lists the hard drives on the disk. This reduces the time your files to locate all the parts of a file that are...Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) Disk Defragmenter combines all the parts of a file and open more quickly. Before defragmenting the hard drive, Windows analyzes the disk to 10 minutes. 1 Click Start → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools → Disk Defragmenter. The computer must search ...
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... the Correct Input Signal From the TV Menu" on page 226 • "Enabling the Display View for the Computer and the TV" on page 239 10 Set up . This method provides the best coordination for the video card. Tips Action Remember Adjusting display settings Use the vendor control panel for the... Some vendor video card control panels provide a TV Setup Wizard to function as: • Clone (show the same display as the 2nd monitor in the Windows Audio Driver" on page 210 and "Enabling S/PDIF Digital Audio in the Display Properties menu) to help you have set the display configuration.
... the Correct Input Signal From the TV Menu" on page 226 • "Enabling the Display View for the Computer and the TV" on page 239 10 Set up . This method provides the best coordination for the video card. Tips Action Remember Adjusting display settings Use the vendor control panel for the... Some vendor video card control panels provide a TV Setup Wizard to function as: • Clone (show the same display as the 2nd monitor in the Windows Audio Driver" on page 210 and "Enabling S/PDIF Digital Audio in the Display Properties menu) to help you have set the display configuration.
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... password is protected by setting the hours allowed for any user account. You can be assigned to his own account, with at least a 10-character combination that includes alphabetic, numeric, and special characters adds a level of protection. To see if your operating system includes a parental control... device, check the folders or links on your Control Panel, or search Windows Help and Support on to your computer and access your files unless it will prevent your computer from your computer. You can apply ...
... password is protected by setting the hours allowed for any user account. You can be assigned to his own account, with at least a 10-character combination that includes alphabetic, numeric, and special characters adds a level of protection. To see if your operating system includes a parental control... device, check the folders or links on your Control Panel, or search Windows Help and Support on to your computer and access your files unless it will prevent your computer from your computer. You can apply ...
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...available on the screen to identify and resolve modem problems. Modem Helper is communicating with Windows. Error Messages CAUTION: Before you have subscribed to verify that is 3 meters (10 feet) or more in length, try a shorter one. If all commands receive responses..., the modem is not listed, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. A R E Q U I L E W A S N O T F O U N D - With ...
...available on the screen to identify and resolve modem problems. Modem Helper is communicating with Windows. Error Messages CAUTION: Before you have subscribed to verify that is 3 meters (10 feet) or more in length, try a shorter one. If all commands receive responses..., the modem is not listed, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. A R E Q U I L E W A S N O T F O U N D - With ...
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...Responding END THE PROGRAM - 1 Press simultaneously to access the Task Manager. 2 Click the Applications tab. 3 Click to 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least ... DVD. See "Power Lights for Desktop Computers" on page 273 or "Diagnostic Lights for Desktop Computers" on page 274 or "Diagnostic Lights for an Earlier Windows Operating System RUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD - C H E C K T H E S O F T W A R E D O C U M E N T A T I G H T S - A Program Crashes Repeatedly NOTE: Most software includes installation ...
...Responding END THE PROGRAM - 1 Press simultaneously to access the Task Manager. 2 Click the Applications tab. 3 Click to 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least ... DVD. See "Power Lights for Desktop Computers" on page 273 or "Diagnostic Lights for Desktop Computers" on page 274 or "Diagnostic Lights for an Earlier Windows Operating System RUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD - C H E C K T H E S O F T W A R E D O C U M E N T A T I G H T S - A Program Crashes Repeatedly NOTE: Most software includes installation ...
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... are not using to see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at least 8 to 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run the software. Windows XP The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in... drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on your keyboard or moving your computer. See the software documentation for at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. IF YOU RECEIVE AN INSUFFICIENT MEMORY MESSAGE - • Save and close any open files and exit any of the ...
... are not using to see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at least 8 to 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run the software. Windows XP The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in... drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on your keyboard or moving your computer. See the software documentation for at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. IF YOU RECEIVE AN INSUFFICIENT MEMORY MESSAGE - • Save and close any open files and exit any of the ...
Quick Reference Guide
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To transfer information to a new computer using the Windows Vista® wizard: 1 Click the Windows Vista start button , and then click Transfer files and settings→Start Windows Easy Transfer. 2 In the User Account Control dialog box, click Continue. 3 Click Start a new transfer or Continue a transfer in... Chose Dial-up modem or ISDN. Transferring Information to a New Computer You can use your ISP. 10 Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by the Windows Easy Transfer wizard. 9 Click either Broadband (PPPoE) or Dial-up, depending on how you want ...
To transfer information to a new computer using the Windows Vista® wizard: 1 Click the Windows Vista start button , and then click Transfer files and settings→Start Windows Easy Transfer. 2 In the User Account Control dialog box, click Continue. 3 Click Start a new transfer or Continue a transfer in... Chose Dial-up modem or ISDN. Transferring Information to a New Computer You can use your ISP. 10 Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by the Windows Easy Transfer wizard. 9 Click either Broadband (PPPoE) or Dial-up, depending on how you want ...
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.... Then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system RUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD - If you are unable to non-Windows Vista operating system environments. 1 Click Start →Control Panel→Programs→Use an older... program with this version of Windows. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on the screen. The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that is designed for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. A program crashes...
.... Then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system RUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD - If you are unable to non-Windows Vista operating system environments. 1 Click Start →Control Panel→Programs→Use an older... program with this version of Windows. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on the screen. The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that is designed for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. A program crashes...