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Contents 1 Finding Information 23 Start Button 23 Microsoft Windows Help and Support 24 Windows Vista 25 Windows® XP 25 Control Panel 26 Information About Installed Hardware 26 Device Manager 26 Hardware Devices Installed on Your Computer 27 Programs Installed on Your Computer 28 Wireless Networking 28 Dell Support Website 29 Technical Support 29 Customer Service 30 Warranty Information 30 Dell Forums 31 Contact Us 31 BIOS (System Setup Program) Settings 31 2 Microsoft Windows Desktop 33 Overview 33 Taskbar 34 Contents 3
Contents 1 Finding Information 23 Start Button 23 Microsoft Windows Help and Support 24 Windows Vista 25 Windows® XP 25 Control Panel 26 Information About Installed Hardware 26 Device Manager 26 Hardware Devices Installed on Your Computer 27 Programs Installed on Your Computer 28 Wireless Networking 28 Dell Support Website 29 Technical Support 29 Customer Service 30 Warranty Information 30 Dell Forums 31 Contact Us 31 BIOS (System Setup Program) Settings 31 2 Microsoft Windows Desktop 33 Overview 33 Taskbar 34 Contents 3
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Changing Boot Sequence to a USB Device . . . . 310 Changing the BIOS Settings 310 Viewing the BIOS Settings 311 Upgrading the BIOS (Flashing the BIOS 311 22 Ports 313 USB Port 313 IEEE 1394 Port 314 RS232 Serial Port 315 Parallel Port 316 eSATA Port 317 Modem 318 Ethernet Port 319 Keyboard and Mouse Port (PS2 320 VGA Port 321 DVI-I Port 322 S-Video TV-Out Port 323 Component Video 324 Composite Video 325 HDMI Port 326 DisplayPort 327 S/PDIF Port (Coaxial RCA 328 Contents 21
Changing Boot Sequence to a USB Device . . . . 310 Changing the BIOS Settings 310 Viewing the BIOS Settings 311 Upgrading the BIOS (Flashing the BIOS 311 22 Ports 313 USB Port 313 IEEE 1394 Port 314 RS232 Serial Port 315 Parallel Port 316 eSATA Port 317 Modem 318 Ethernet Port 319 Keyboard and Mouse Port (PS2 320 VGA Port 321 DVI-I Port 322 S-Video TV-Out Port 323 Component Video 324 Composite Video 325 HDMI Port 326 DisplayPort 327 S/PDIF Port (Coaxial RCA 328 Contents 21
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... may need to : • Change the system configuration information after you remove and replace certain hardware components. NOTE: Although your BIOS settings when you add, change, or remove hardware in your computer. • Set or change user-selectable options such as your...system is a utility that serves as the amount of system memory. Finding Information 31 • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • Technical...
... may need to : • Change the system configuration information after you remove and replace certain hardware components. NOTE: Although your BIOS settings when you add, change, or remove hardware in your computer. • Set or change user-selectable options such as your...system is a utility that serves as the amount of system memory. Finding Information 31 • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • Technical...
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... the hard drives to an array, press . Drives and Media 89 and down your computer and try again. 4 Press to navigate to exit the RAID BIOS. 2 Restart the computer. 3 Press when prompted to move the selected drive from the selected drives. To create a RAID 0 configuration, use the arrow keys to select... you set up, use the arrow keys to the Array Disks field. To create a RAID 1 configuration, use the right-arrow key to enter the RAID BIOS. Back up -
... the hard drives to an array, press . Drives and Media 89 and down your computer and try again. 4 Press to navigate to exit the RAID BIOS. 2 Restart the computer. 3 Press when prompted to move the selected drive from the selected drives. To create a RAID 0 configuration, use the arrow keys to select... you set up, use the arrow keys to the Array Disks field. To create a RAID 1 configuration, use the right-arrow key to enter the RAID BIOS. Back up -
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Dynamic BIOS Access This section of the NVIDIA Control Panel allows you to view version information for the system and installed drivers. This information can be used . ... be recalled at a later time. Profile Policies The Profile Policies section allows you to these settings or choosing options outside the capabilities of a change available BIOS settings via a Windows user interface. Changes to define when and how profiles saved in the Device Settings interface displays the available settings and options for...
Dynamic BIOS Access This section of the NVIDIA Control Panel allows you to view version information for the system and installed drivers. This information can be used . ... be recalled at a later time. Profile Policies The Profile Policies section allows you to these settings or choosing options outside the capabilities of a change available BIOS settings via a Windows user interface. Changes to define when and how profiles saved in the Device Settings interface displays the available settings and options for...
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.... Connect other devices, such as standard equipment in the power flow to your computer. Laptop Computer Batteries To ensure optimal performance and to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your computer to a UPS. An uniterruptible power supply (UPS) protects against power fluctuations and interruptions. See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on...
.... Connect other devices, such as standard equipment in the power flow to your computer. Laptop Computer Batteries To ensure optimal performance and to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your computer to a UPS. An uniterruptible power supply (UPS) protects against power fluctuations and interruptions. See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on...
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...your computer is enabled and configured to control Wi-Fi network connections. 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 Switch" on page 157...light turns on only when the computer is shipped to you, you can access the Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager from the Dell ControlPoint (DCP) application. The wireless switch uses the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator to scan specifically for wireless networks in position for a few...
...your computer is enabled and configured to control Wi-Fi network connections. 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 Switch" on page 157...light turns on only when the computer is shipped to you, you can access the Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager from the Dell ControlPoint (DCP) application. The wireless switch uses the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator to scan specifically for wireless networks in position for a few...
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...C E A V A I O N - F L A S H P A R T W R I L U R E - G A T E A 2 0 F A I T E P R O T E C T E D E R R O R - Enter the system setup program (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 308) and change the system setup program options (see "Contacting Dell" on page 307). K E Y B O A R D F A I L A B L E M E M O R Y - Keyboard failure or keyboard cable loose (see "System Setup" on page 337). A chip on the system board might be enabled or disabled... system or the program that the boot sequence information is not listed in BIOS setup. K E Y B O A R D F A I L U R E -
...C E A V A I O N - F L A S H P A R T W R I L U R E - G A T E A 2 0 F A I T E P R O T E C T E D E R R O R - Enter the system setup program (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 308) and change the system setup program options (see "Contacting Dell" on page 307). K E Y B O A R D F A I L A B L E M E M O R Y - Keyboard failure or keyboard cable loose (see "System Setup" on page 337). A chip on the system board might be enabled or disabled... system or the program that the boot sequence information is not listed in BIOS setup. K E Y B O A R D F A I L U R E -
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... you want to a USB device, the device must be updated for the current boot only). NOTE: To boot to boot and press . When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Changing Boot Sequence to a USB Device 1 Connect the USB device to a USB connector. 2 Turn on (or restart) ...list appears, highlight the device from which you reboot the computer, the previous boot order is bootable, check the device documentation. Changing the BIOS Settings The BIOS is a utility that a device is restored. If you wait too long and the Windows logo appears, continue to select the appropriate device...
... you want to a USB device, the device must be updated for the current boot only). NOTE: To boot to boot and press . When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Changing Boot Sequence to a USB Device 1 Connect the USB device to a USB connector. 2 Turn on (or restart) ...list appears, highlight the device from which you reboot the computer, the previous boot order is bootable, check the device documentation. Changing the BIOS Settings The BIOS is a utility that a device is restored. If you wait too long and the Windows logo appears, continue to select the appropriate device...
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...that you understand what effect the settings have on the computer. 2 Locate the BIOS update file for more information. Upgrading the BIOS (Flashing the BIOS) The BIOS may not apply to your computer at the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 3 Click Download Now to download the file. 4 If the Export ...your system. The system setup program allows you to configure user-selectable options in System Summary. NOTE: Unless you review specifics about the BIOS update to determine if it applies to your desktop. The file downloads to view the Save In menu, select Desktop, and then click ...
...that you understand what effect the settings have on the computer. 2 Locate the BIOS update file for more information. Upgrading the BIOS (Flashing the BIOS) The BIOS may not apply to your computer at the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 3 Click Download Now to download the file. 4 If the Export ...your system. The system setup program allows you to configure user-selectable options in System Summary. NOTE: Unless you review specifics about the BIOS update to determine if it applies to your desktop. The file downloads to view the Save In menu, select Desktop, and then click ...
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The file icon appears on your desktop and is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. 8 Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions on the screen. 312 System Setup 7 Click Close when the Download Complete window appears.
The file icon appears on your desktop and is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. 8 Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions on the screen. 312 System Setup 7 Click Close when the Download Complete window appears.
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...) and hot plug. The form of electrical power allocated to each device attached to be platform- AHCI - A feature that serves as system setup. 339 ASF - BIOS - Also referred to be depleted and recharged. A AC - accelerated graphics port - Advanced Host Controller Interface - ASF is able to the computer. and operating system-independent...
...) and hot plug. The form of electrical power allocated to each device attached to be platform- AHCI - A feature that serves as system setup. 339 ASF - BIOS - Also referred to be depleted and recharged. A AC - accelerated graphics port - Advanced Host Controller Interface - ASF is able to the computer. and operating system-independent...
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... as part of PC Cards. pixel - A single point on self-test - Plug and Play provides automatic installation, configuration, and compatibility with existing hardware if the BIOS, operating system, and all devices are arranged in rows and columns to create an image. POST - A measure of time that supports 32-and 64-bit...
... as part of PC Cards. pixel - A single point on self-test - Plug and Play provides automatic installation, configuration, and compatibility with existing hardware if the BIOS, operating system, and all devices are arranged in rows and columns to create an image. POST - A measure of time that supports 32-and 64-bit...
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... video flicker can view but cannot edit or delete. Interference that is lost when you can be deleted or written to as infrared and light. BIOS, that perform basic tests on a monitor. If no problems are recharged (sometimes also referred to by the human eye.
... video flicker can view but cannot edit or delete. Interference that is lost when you can be deleted or written to as infrared and light. BIOS, that perform basic tests on a monitor. If no problems are recharged (sometimes also referred to by the human eye.
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... as the motherboard. system setup - T TAPI - S/PDIF - A video standard for video cards and controllers that supports resolutions up to configure user-selectable options in the BIOS, such as an interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. A utility that may occur during an electrical storm, from the network connector during...
... as the motherboard. system setup - T TAPI - S/PDIF - A video standard for video cards and controllers that supports resolutions up to configure user-selectable options in the BIOS, such as an interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. A utility that may occur during an electrical storm, from the network connector during...
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...the Dell Support website at support.dell.... persists, contact Dell (see the Service...Dell Support website at support.dell.com). 3 If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 57). 5 Real time clock 1 Replace the battery (see failure. "Contacting Dell" on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). 3 If the problem persists, contact Dell. 3 Possible system Contact Dell...Dell Support website at support.dell.com). For more memory modules are compatible with your computer (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell...
...the Dell Support website at support.dell.... persists, contact Dell (see the Service...Dell Support website at support.dell.com). 3 If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 57). 5 Real time clock 1 Replace the battery (see failure. "Contacting Dell" on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). 3 If the problem persists, contact Dell. 3 Possible system Contact Dell...Dell Support website at support.dell.com). For more memory modules are compatible with your computer (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell...
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Code Description (repetitive short beeps) 6 Video BIOS Test Failure 7 CPU cache test failure Suggested Remedy Contact Dell. Contact Dell. NOTE: For information on removing and installing parts, see "Contacting Dell" on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com or see the Service Manual on page 57 for assistance. ... cable connection. Troubleshooting 29 System Messages NOTE: If the message you received is not listed in the table, see "Contacting Dell" on page 57 for either the operating system or the program that was running when the message appeared. PREVIOUS ATTEMPTS AT ...
Code Description (repetitive short beeps) 6 Video BIOS Test Failure 7 CPU cache test failure Suggested Remedy Contact Dell. Contact Dell. NOTE: For information on removing and installing parts, see "Contacting Dell" on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com or see the Service Manual on page 57 for assistance. ... cable connection. Troubleshooting 29 System Messages NOTE: If the message you received is not listed in the table, see "Contacting Dell" on page 57 for either the operating system or the program that was running when the message appeared. PREVIOUS ATTEMPTS AT ...
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... board failure. Check cables /swap hard disks or see "Contacting Dell" on page 57 for assistance. TO P U S B C A B L E C O N N E C T I O N F A I L U R E - The USB cable that a bootable media is in basic input/output system (BIOS) setup. D I S K D R I V E F...R U P T - Self monitoring, analysis, and reporting technology (S.M.A.R.T.) error. F R O N T U S B C A B L E C O N N E C T I O N F A I L U R E - DELL RECOMMENDS THAT YOU BACK UP YOUR DATA REGULARLY. D I S K D R I V E R E A D F A I L A B L E - Keyboard failure or keyboard cable loose. A chip on the system board might be ...
... board failure. Check cables /swap hard disks or see "Contacting Dell" on page 57 for assistance. TO P U S B C A B L E C O N N E C T I O N F A I L U R E - The USB cable that a bootable media is in basic input/output system (BIOS) setup. D I S K D R I V E F...R U P T - Self monitoring, analysis, and reporting technology (S.M.A.R.T.) error. F R O N T U S B C A B L E C O N N E C T I O N F A I L U R E - DELL RECOMMENDS THAT YOU BACK UP YOUR DATA REGULARLY. D I S K D R I V E R E A D F A I L A B L E - Keyboard failure or keyboard cable loose. A chip on the system board might be ...