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... Keyboard 67 Using the Numeric Keypad on a Laptop Computer 68 General Keyboard Shortcuts 69 5 Printers-Settings and Drivers 71 Accessing Printer Information 71 Changing Printer Settings 72 For Windows Vista 72 For Windows® XP 72 Setting up Printers 73 Adding a Printer 73 Setting the Default Printer 74 Sharing Printers on a Network...
... Keyboard 67 Using the Numeric Keypad on a Laptop Computer 68 General Keyboard Shortcuts 69 5 Printers-Settings and Drivers 71 Accessing Printer Information 71 Changing Printer Settings 72 For Windows Vista 72 For Windows® XP 72 Setting up Printers 73 Adding a Printer 73 Setting the Default Printer 74 Sharing Printers on a Network...
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... Storage 78 Solid-State Drive (SSD 78 Installing Drivers for Media Drives 79 Determining Whether a Device Driver is the Source of a Device Problem 79 Replacing a Driver With a Previous Version of the Driver 79 Using the Drivers and Utilities Media to Reinstall a Driver 80 Manually Reinstalling a Driver 80 Drive Problems 81 Optical Drive Problems 82 Hard... 5 Configuration 87 Setting Your Computer to RAID-Enabled Mode 87 Configuring RAID 88 7 Shutting Down Your Computer 99 Windows Vista 99 Windows® XP 99 Shutdown States 101 Microsoft® Windows Vista 101 Windows®...
... Storage 78 Solid-State Drive (SSD 78 Installing Drivers for Media Drives 79 Determining Whether a Device Driver is the Source of a Device Problem 79 Replacing a Driver With a Previous Version of the Driver 79 Using the Drivers and Utilities Media to Reinstall a Driver 80 Manually Reinstalling a Driver 80 Drive Problems 81 Optical Drive Problems 82 Hard... 5 Configuration 87 Setting Your Computer to RAID-Enabled Mode 87 Configuring RAID 88 7 Shutting Down Your Computer 99 Windows Vista 99 Windows® XP 99 Shutdown States 101 Microsoft® Windows Vista 101 Windows®...
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... selected resolution is ok, if not repeat step 4. 6 Click OK. Windows Vista® 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize. Windows® XP 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. The Personalize appearance and sounds window appears. 3 Click Display Settings. 4 In the Display Settings window under Resolution... 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. Monitors and Displays 49
... selected resolution is ok, if not repeat step 4. 6 Click OK. Windows Vista® 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize. Windows® XP 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. The Personalize appearance and sounds window appears. 3 Click Display Settings. 4 In the Display Settings window under Resolution... 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. Monitors and Displays 49
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... this window to view your current settings and make changes to the device itself. Also, see "Desktop Icons and Shortcuts" on page 36. For Windows Vista® 1 Click Start Faxes. →...Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Printers and For Windows® XP Click Start → Control Panel→ Printers and Other Hardware→ Printers and Faxes. 2 ... paper, use the Quality Type tab to select your photo paper type. 72 Printers-Settings and Drivers For more information, see Microsoft® Windows® Help and Support: click Start or →...
... this window to view your current settings and make changes to the device itself. Also, see "Desktop Icons and Shortcuts" on page 36. For Windows Vista® 1 Click Start Faxes. →...Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Printers and For Windows® XP Click Start → Control Panel→ Printers and Other Hardware→ Printers and Faxes. 2 ... paper, use the Quality Type tab to select your photo paper type. 72 Printers-Settings and Drivers For more information, see Microsoft® Windows® Help and Support: click Start or →...
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Adding a Printer Windows Vista® 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Printers. Printers-Settings and Drivers 73 If you want to your computer. For Windows XP Click Start → Control Panel→ Printers and Other Hardware→ Printers and Faxes. 2 Click Add a Printer. 3 Follow the instructions on your printer...
Adding a Printer Windows Vista® 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Printers. Printers-Settings and Drivers 73 If you want to your computer. For Windows XP Click Start → Control Panel→ Printers and Other Hardware→ Printers and Faxes. 2 Click Add a Printer. 3 Follow the instructions on your printer...
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...Network Adapters. • A wireless network card, an integrated wireless adapter, or a wireless USB adapter for that name on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Windows XP 1 Click Start , right-click My Computer and select Properties. 2 Click the Hardware tab. 3 Click Device Manager→ ...Network Adapters. Reinstalling Software and Drivers for Your Wireless Network Card If the software is installed in the user ...
...Network Adapters. • A wireless network card, an integrated wireless adapter, or a wireless USB adapter for that name on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Windows XP 1 Click Start , right-click My Computer and select Properties. 2 Click the Hardware tab. 3 Click Device Manager→ ...Network Adapters. Reinstalling Software and Drivers for Your Wireless Network Card If the software is installed in the user ...
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... is unchecked under Automatic restore points. NOTE: Dell PC Restore by Symantec and Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in certain countries or on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you reinstall Windows XP with less than 200 MB of low disk space.... Windows XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ ...
... is unchecked under Automatic restore points. NOTE: Dell PC Restore by Symantec and Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in certain countries or on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you reinstall Windows XP with less than 200 MB of low disk space.... Windows XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ ...
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... take 1 to 2 hours to correct a problem with your operating system to do not reinstall Windows XP unless a Dell technical support representative instructs you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other software. Reinstalling Windows XP or Windows Vista The reinstallation process can overwrite files and possibly affect programs that were installed...
... take 1 to 2 hours to correct a problem with your operating system to do not reinstall Windows XP unless a Dell technical support representative instructs you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other software. Reinstalling Windows XP or Windows Vista The reinstallation process can overwrite files and possibly affect programs that were installed...
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... • Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program....programs you are not using to run the software. See the software documentation for at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. BACK UP YOUR FILES IMMEDIATELY USE A VIRUS-SCANNING PROGRAM TO CHECK THE ... 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your computer. Windows XP The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in this section, follow...
... • Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program....programs you are not using to run the software. See the software documentation for at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. BACK UP YOUR FILES IMMEDIATELY USE A VIRUS-SCANNING PROGRAM TO CHECK THE ... 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your computer. Windows XP The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in this section, follow...
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...Drivers...E R L I G H T I S B L U E A N D T H E C O M P U T E R I S N O T R E S P O N D I V E R - Windows XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Printers and Other Hardware→ Mouse. 2 Adjust the settings as needed . Ensure that the network is firmly inserted into...R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - See "Power Lights for Laptop 296 Troubleshooting See "Windows Hardware Troubleshooter" on page 273 or "Diagnostic Lights for Desktop Computers" on page 280. C H E C K T H E N E T W O R K C A B L E C O N N E C T O R - Network Problems CAUTION: Before ...
...Drivers...E R L I G H T I S B L U E A N D T H E C O M P U T E R I S N O T R E S P O N D I V E R - Windows XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Printers and Other Hardware→ Mouse. 2 Adjust the settings as needed . Ensure that the network is firmly inserted into...R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - See "Power Lights for Laptop 296 Troubleshooting See "Windows Hardware Troubleshooter" on page 273 or "Diagnostic Lights for Desktop Computers" on page 280. C H E C K T H E N E T W O R K C A B L E C O N N E C T O R - Network Problems CAUTION: Before ...
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...testing it with your printer, contact the printer's manufacturer. C H E C K T H E P R I N T E R D O C U M E N T A T I C A L O U T L E T - Windows XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Printers and Other Hardware→ View installed printers or fax printers. 2 If the printer is USB. TE S T T H E E L E C T R I O N - For a parallel... following port(s): setting is LPT1 (Printer Port). SEE THE PRINTER DOCUMENTATION FOR INFORMATION ON REINSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER. - 298 Troubleshooting NOTE: If you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety ...
...testing it with your printer, contact the printer's manufacturer. C H E C K T H E P R I N T E R D O C U M E N T A T I C A L O U T L E T - Windows XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Printers and Other Hardware→ View installed printers or fax printers. 2 If the printer is USB. TE S T T H E E L E C T R I O N - For a parallel... following port(s): setting is LPT1 (Printer Port). SEE THE PRINTER DOCUMENTATION FOR INFORMATION ON REINSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER. - 298 Troubleshooting NOTE: If you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety ...
Owner's Manual
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... and Dell Factory Image Restore 100 Using the Operating System CD 103 4 Removing and Installing Parts 105 Before You Begin 105 Recommended Tools 105 Turning Off Your Computer 106 Before Working Inside Your Computer 106 Removing the Computer Cover 107 Inside View of Your Computer 109 System Board Components 110 Inspiron 530 110 Inspiron...
... and Dell Factory Image Restore 100 Using the Operating System CD 103 4 Removing and Installing Parts 105 Before You Begin 105 Recommended Tools 105 Turning Off Your Computer 106 Before Working Inside Your Computer 106 Removing the Computer Cover 107 Inside View of Your Computer 109 System Board Components 110 Inspiron 530 110 Inspiron...
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...; How to work with programs and files • In Windows XP, click Start and click • How to support.dell.com and click Drivers and Downloads. 2 Click Select Model. 3 Select your selections. DSS is necessary for correct operation of your Dell 1 Go to personalize my desktop Help and Support. • In Windows Vista®, click...
...; How to work with programs and files • In Windows XP, click Start and click • How to support.dell.com and click Drivers and Downloads. 2 Click Select Model. 3 Select your selections. DSS is necessary for correct operation of your Dell 1 Go to personalize my desktop Help and Support. • In Windows Vista®, click...
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...Utilities" on your computer's operating system, a printer wizard may be available to start the Add Printer Wizard. 5 Install the printer driver if necessary. If your computer is running the Windows Vista® operating system, click the Windows Vista Start button , and click ...Network→ Add a printer to help you install the printer driver: If your computer is running the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system and the Add New Hardware Wizard window appears, click Cancel. 1 2 3 1 USB connector on computer 2 ...
...Utilities" on your computer's operating system, a printer wizard may be available to start the Add Printer Wizard. 5 Install the printer driver if necessary. If your computer is running the Windows Vista® operating system, click the Windows Vista Start button , and click ...Network→ Add a printer to help you install the printer driver: If your computer is running the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system and the Add New Hardware Wizard window appears, click Cancel. 1 2 3 1 USB connector on computer 2 ...
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... off, that the network cable is firmly inserted into both the network connector on page 185. See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 97. R U N T H E H A R D W A R E... of network lights, see "Controls and Lights" on the back of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Microsoft Windows® XP and Windows Vista® Operating System" on page 97. 76 Solving Problems R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - Replace the network cable. R E I N S T A L L T H E M O U S E D R I G H T S O N T H E B A C K O F T H E C O M P U ...
... off, that the network cable is firmly inserted into both the network connector on page 185. See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 97. R U N T H E H A R D W A R E... of network lights, see "Controls and Lights" on the back of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Microsoft Windows® XP and Windows Vista® Operating System" on page 97. 76 Solving Problems R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - Replace the network cable. R E I N S T A L L T H E M O U S E D R I G H T S O N T H E B A C K O F T H E C O M P U ...
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... double-click the speaker icon in the lower-right corner of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Microsoft Windows® XP and Windows Vista® Operating System" on page 15). See "Manually Reinstalling...
... double-click the speaker icon in the lower-right corner of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Microsoft Windows® XP and Windows Vista® Operating System" on page 15). See "Manually Reinstalling...
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... installed and click Properties. 4 Click the Drivers tab→ Roll Back Driver. Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your Drivers and Utilities media provide approved drivers for which the new driver was installed and click Properties. 3 Click the Drivers tab→ Roll Back Driver. Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ My Computer→ Properties...
... installed and click Properties. 4 Click the Drivers tab→ Roll Back Driver. Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your Drivers and Utilities media provide approved drivers for which the new driver was installed and click Properties. 3 Click the Drivers tab→ Roll Back Driver. Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ My Computer→ Properties...
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...type of device for which you are installing the driver (for example, Audio or Video). 4 Double-click the name of the driver→ OK→ Next. 8 Click Finish and restart your hard drive as described in the Microsoft Windows® XP and Windows Vista® Operating System If a ...device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly configured, you previously copied the driver files. 7 When the name of the appropriate driver appears, click the name of ...
...type of device for which you are installing the driver (for example, Audio or Video). 4 Double-click the name of the driver→ OK→ Next. 8 Click Finish and restart your hard drive as described in the Microsoft Windows® XP and Windows Vista® Operating System If a ...device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly configured, you previously copied the driver files. 7 When the name of the appropriate driver appears, click the name of ...
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...Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos, music files, and so on certain computers. If you reinstall Windows XP with www.dell.com appears at the top of low disk space. Click the System Restore tab and ensure that Turn off System Restore is enabled:...8594; System. regardless of the screen. 2 Immediately upon seeing the blue bar, press . Windows XP: Dell PC Restore 1 Turn on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer. Any programs or files added since you purchased the computer. Enabling ...
...Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos, music files, and so on certain computers. If you reinstall Windows XP with www.dell.com appears at the top of low disk space. Click the System Restore tab and ensure that Turn off System Restore is enabled:...8594; System. regardless of the screen. 2 Immediately upon seeing the blue bar, press . Windows XP: Dell PC Restore 1 Turn on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer. Any programs or files added since you purchased the computer. Enabling ...
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...up all data files on page 98). To reinstall Windows, you installed the new device driver (see "Using Windows Device Driver Rollback" on page 95). Troubleshooting Tools 103 Reinstalling Windows® XP or Windows Vista® The reinstallation process can take 1 to 2 hours to load .... 6 Right-click Local Disk (C) in before you need the following items: • Dell™ Operating System CD • Drivers and Utilities CD NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD contains drivers that the additional disk space is the first drive detected by the increased value for reinstalling ...
...up all data files on page 98). To reinstall Windows, you installed the new device driver (see "Using Windows Device Driver Rollback" on page 95). Troubleshooting Tools 103 Reinstalling Windows® XP or Windows Vista® The reinstallation process can take 1 to 2 hours to load .... 6 Right-click Local Disk (C) in before you need the following items: • Dell™ Operating System CD • Drivers and Utilities CD NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD contains drivers that the additional disk space is the first drive detected by the increased value for reinstalling ...