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... Customizing the Start Menu 43 Control Panel 44 Accessing and Using the Control Panel 45 Customizing Your Computer Settings 45 Managing Your Computer Performance 45 3 Monitors and Displays 47 Cleaning Your Computer's Display Screen 47 Adjusting the Resolution of Your Display 48 Windows Vista 49 4 Contents
... Customizing the Start Menu 43 Control Panel 44 Accessing and Using the Control Panel 45 Customizing Your Computer Settings 45 Managing Your Computer Performance 45 3 Monitors and Displays 47 Cleaning Your Computer's Display Screen 47 Adjusting the Resolution of Your Display 48 Windows Vista 49 4 Contents
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... Pen 63 Contents 5 Windows® XP 49 Troubleshooting 50 Choosing the Best Display Settings 50 Setting the Display Resolution for External LCD Monitors 50 Setting the Display for Multiple Monitors 51 Windows Vista 52 Windows XP 52 Using the Ambient Light Sensor in Bright or Low-Light Environments 53 Cables and Connections...
... Pen 63 Contents 5 Windows® XP 49 Troubleshooting 50 Choosing the Best Display Settings 50 Setting the Display Resolution for External LCD Monitors 50 Setting the Display for Multiple Monitors 51 Windows Vista 52 Windows XP 52 Using the Ambient Light Sensor in Bright or Low-Light Environments 53 Cables and Connections...
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... Windows Vista 127 Windows® XP 128 Performance Tuning 129 System Setup Based Performance Tuning . . . . 129 Software Based Performance Tuning 129 NVIDIA Performance 129 NVIDIA Monitor 130 Cleaning Up Your Hard Drive 131 Defragmenting Your Hard Drive 132 Detecting and Repairing Disk Errors 133 Scanning for Viruses and Spyware 133 10...
... Windows Vista 127 Windows® XP 128 Performance Tuning 129 System Setup Based Performance Tuning . . . . 129 Software Based Performance Tuning 129 NVIDIA Performance 129 NVIDIA Monitor 130 Cleaning Up Your Hard Drive 131 Defragmenting Your Hard Drive 132 Detecting and Repairing Disk Errors 133 Scanning for Viruses and Spyware 133 10...
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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 ... 296 Printer Problems 298 Scanner Problems 299 Sound and Speaker Problems 299 Touch Pad or Mouse Problems for Laptop Computers 301 Video and Monitor Problems 302 Power Lights 304 Dell Technical Update Service 305 21 System Setup 307 Viewing System Settings With the System Setup Program 307 Entering the System Setup Program...
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 ... 296 Printer Problems 298 Scanner Problems 299 Sound and Speaker Problems 299 Touch Pad or Mouse Problems for Laptop Computers 301 Video and Monitor Problems 302 Power Lights 304 Dell Technical Update Service 305 21 System Setup 307 Viewing System Settings With the System Setup Program 307 Entering the System Setup Program...
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You can personalize the appearance of your computer's desktop theme, resolution, screen saver, icon size and appearance, and monitor settings from the Display Properties Menu screen. Most of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize, and the Personalize appearance and sounds window appears. 3 Review the available options ...
You can personalize the appearance of your computer's desktop theme, resolution, screen saver, icon size and appearance, and monitor settings from the Display Properties Menu screen. Most of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize, and the Personalize appearance and sounds window appears. 3 Review the available options ...
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NOTE: After the screen saver activates, you may need to log-in to : • Control Panel • Programs • Files • Computer settings • Tools that monitor your computer's performance • Windows Help and Support 42 Microsoft Windows Desktop Start Button (Menu) Overview The Start button opens the Start menu, which provides access to access your computer to remain inactive before the screen saver appears. 5 Click OK. 4 Select the length of time for your computer.
NOTE: After the screen saver activates, you may need to log-in to : • Control Panel • Programs • Files • Computer settings • Tools that monitor your computer's performance • Windows Help and Support 42 Microsoft Windows Desktop Start Button (Menu) Overview The Start button opens the Start menu, which provides access to access your computer to remain inactive before the screen saver appears. 5 Click OK. 4 Select the length of time for your computer.
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Through the Control Panel, you can: • Add and monitor hardware • Add or remove programs • Change hardware settings • Set network and Internet preferences • Customize the appearance of the items you can ...
Through the Control Panel, you can: • Add and monitor hardware • Add or remove programs • Change hardware settings • Set network and Internet preferences • Customize the appearance of the items you can ...
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If you to manage and improve your cursor over the category to monitor your computer. Customizing Your Computer Settings 1 Click Start or → Control Panel. 2 Select a category. Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel→...; System and Maintenance→ Performance Information and Tools. 2 Select one of your hard drive to make changes to evaluate system performance, view events, monitor the performance log, or perform computer management. Windows XP 1 Click Start →Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance. 2 Select one of the ...
If you to manage and improve your cursor over the category to monitor your computer. Customizing Your Computer Settings 1 Click Start or → Control Panel. 2 Select a category. Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel→...; System and Maintenance→ Performance Information and Tools. 2 Select one of your hard drive to make changes to evaluate system performance, view events, monitor the performance log, or perform computer management. Windows XP 1 Click Start →Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance. 2 Select one of the ...
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Monitors and Displays FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about your computer's display ... display for a desktop computer, wipe the screen with a soft cloth dampened with any soap or solution not designed for monitors. Also see the documentation for a laptop computer, wipe the screen with a soft cloth dampened with either water or an... cleaner. CAUTION: Do not wipe the computer's display screen with water. These solutions can damage the monitor's anti-glare coating. Monitors and Displays 47 To clean the display screen for your computer. Do not spray cleaners directly onto the...
Monitors and Displays FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about your computer's display ... display for a desktop computer, wipe the screen with a soft cloth dampened with any soap or solution not designed for monitors. Also see the documentation for a laptop computer, wipe the screen with a soft cloth dampened with either water or an... cleaner. CAUTION: Do not wipe the computer's display screen with water. These solutions can damage the monitor's anti-glare coating. Monitors and Displays 47 To clean the display screen for your computer. Do not spray cleaners directly onto the...
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...resolution defines the clarity of the current settings so you can change any of the display settings, make a note of images on your Dell-installed operating system. As you change back to offer the best performance with your display. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about display...resolution, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 48 Monitors and Displays As you increase the resolution, items appear smaller on page 246. NOTE: Use only the Dell recommended video drivers, which are designed to them if needed. Also, see "Adjusting Display Settings...
...resolution defines the clarity of the current settings so you can change any of the display settings, make a note of images on your Dell-installed operating system. As you change back to offer the best performance with your display. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about display...resolution, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 48 Monitors and Displays As you increase the resolution, items appear smaller on page 246. NOTE: Use only the Dell recommended video drivers, which are designed to them if needed. Also, see "Adjusting Display Settings...
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Monitors and Displays 49 use slide bar to check if the selected resolution is ok, if not repeat step 4. 6 Click OK. Windows Vista® 1 Right-click ...
Monitors and Displays 49 use slide bar to check if the selected resolution is ok, if not repeat step 4. 6 Click OK. Windows Vista® 1 Right-click ...
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...change the display resolution from the Control Panel to read. Choosing the Best Display Settings Default display settings are set the monitor to their native resolution, the resolution at the highest resolution. If you cannot determine the native resolution, set for your...decrease/increase the screen resolution. 5 Click Apply to the closest supported values. See the manufacturer's documentation for External LCD Monitors Set external LCD monitors to perform at which the display performs the best. Setting the Display Resolution for this information. Troubleshooting Blurry text: ...
...change the display resolution from the Control Panel to read. Choosing the Best Display Settings Default display settings are set the monitor to their native resolution, the resolution at the highest resolution. If you cannot determine the native resolution, set for your...decrease/increase the screen resolution. 5 Click Apply to the closest supported values. See the manufacturer's documentation for External LCD Monitors Set external LCD monitors to perform at which the display performs the best. Setting the Display Resolution for this information. Troubleshooting Blurry text: ...
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...can be setup with your computer to improve productivity by stretching them across monitors. Setting the Display for Multiple Monitors Multiple monitors can then work on more than one task at a time by moving items from one monitor to another or by expanding the size of your desktop. 5 In ...right to match arrangement of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. The Display Properties window appears. 3 Select the Settings tab. 4 Select the external LCD monitor in the Display drop-down menu. 5 Under the Screen resolution section, move the Resolution slider bar to the left or right to select a ...
...can be setup with your computer to improve productivity by stretching them across monitors. Setting the Display for Multiple Monitors Multiple monitors can then work on more than one task at a time by moving items from one monitor to another or by expanding the size of your desktop. 5 In ...right to match arrangement of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. The Display Properties window appears. 3 Select the Settings tab. 4 Select the external LCD monitor in the Display drop-down menu. 5 Under the Screen resolution section, move the Resolution slider bar to the left or right to select a ...
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...the physical arrangement of your screen onto alternate monitors. 6 Click OK. 52 Monitors and Displays See Windows Help and Support for information on your screen onto alternate monitors. 6 Click OK. allows you to match the physical arrangement of your monitors. 5 Select either or both of the ... 2 Click Properties, and the Display Properties window appears. 3 Select the Settings tab. 4 Drag the monitor icons to set the primary monitor. • Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor - Windows XP 1 Right-click an open area of the following check boxes depending on your need :...
...the physical arrangement of your screen onto alternate monitors. 6 Click OK. 52 Monitors and Displays See Windows Help and Support for information on your screen onto alternate monitors. 6 Click OK. allows you to match the physical arrangement of your monitors. 5 Select either or both of the ... 2 Click Properties, and the Display Properties window appears. 3 Select the Settings tab. 4 Drag the monitor icons to set the primary monitor. • Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor - Windows XP 1 Right-click an open area of the following check boxes depending on your need :...
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...information about accessing the Display Properties window to compensate for low-light and high-light environments. 1 1 Ambient Light Sensor Monitors and Displays 53 It does not control the brightness on the front of the computer display. The sensor detects available environmental... light and automatically increases or decreases the display backlighting to configure multiple monitors, see "Windows Basic" in Bright or LowLight Environments: NOTE: Your laptop computer may not have an ambient light sensor...
...information about accessing the Display Properties window to compensate for low-light and high-light environments. 1 1 Ambient Light Sensor Monitors and Displays 53 It does not control the brightness on the front of the computer display. The sensor detects available environmental... light and automatically increases or decreases the display backlighting to configure multiple monitors, see "Windows Basic" in Bright or LowLight Environments: NOTE: Your laptop computer may not have an ambient light sensor...
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... sensor to the minimum level. If covered, the sensor-when enabled-automatically sets the display brightness to it's prior setting (either enabled or disabled). 54 Monitors and Displays NOTE: Do not cover the ambient light sensor with any adhesive labels. You can enable or disable the ambient light sensor feature by...
... sensor to the minimum level. If covered, the sensor-when enabled-automatically sets the display brightness to it's prior setting (either enabled or disabled). 54 Monitors and Displays NOTE: Do not cover the ambient light sensor with any adhesive labels. You can enable or disable the ambient light sensor feature by...
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Your Dell monitor may support one or more of the following data connectors: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Connector 1 VGA 2 DVI 3 Composite 4 Component 5 S-Video 6 HDMI 7 DisplayPort Signal Type Audio Support Connects to Analog No Monitor or Projector Digital No Monitor or Projector Analog No Home entertainment system Analog No Home entertainment system Analog No • Home entertainment system • Monitor •...
Your Dell monitor may support one or more of the following data connectors: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Connector 1 VGA 2 DVI 3 Composite 4 Component 5 S-Video 6 HDMI 7 DisplayPort Signal Type Audio Support Connects to Analog No Monitor or Projector Digital No Monitor or Projector Analog No Home entertainment system Analog No Home entertainment system Analog No • Home entertainment system • Monitor •...
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...cards can be found on the NVIDIA and ATI websites respectively. 56 Monitors and Displays By consolidating the internal and external signaling methods, DisplayPort enables the introduction of "direct drive" digital monitors, resulting in or external speakers, microphone, and camera. •... display technology to enable NVIDIA SLI (Scalable Link Interface) or ATI Crossfire technologies. DisplayPort™ - Features and Benefits Dell, in collaboration with built-in the most efficient means possible for connectivity between high definition content applications such as WQXGA (...
...cards can be found on the NVIDIA and ATI websites respectively. 56 Monitors and Displays By consolidating the internal and external signaling methods, DisplayPort enables the introduction of "direct drive" digital monitors, resulting in or external speakers, microphone, and camera. •... display technology to enable NVIDIA SLI (Scalable Link Interface) or ATI Crossfire technologies. DisplayPort™ - Features and Benefits Dell, in collaboration with built-in the most efficient means possible for connectivity between high definition content applications such as WQXGA (...
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...window (in a window or on ). Displays icons representing all items in the Power Options Properties window. Increases brightness on an external monitor). Activates a power management mode. Renames the selected item. Searches for a file or folder. Activates the menu bar in Windows Explorer... this keyboard shortcut to switch between open simultaneously). Undoes an action. Selects all currently available display options (display only, external monitor or projector only, both display and projector, and so on the desktop. General Keyboard Shortcuts and up-arrow key and down...
...window (in a window or on ). Displays icons representing all items in the Power Options Properties window. Increases brightness on an external monitor). Activates a power management mode. Renames the selected item. Searches for a file or folder. Activates the menu bar in Windows Explorer... this keyboard shortcut to switch between open simultaneously). Undoes an action. Selects all currently available display options (display only, external monitor or projector only, both display and projector, and so on the desktop. General Keyboard Shortcuts and up-arrow key and down...
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... MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about cleaning the individual components of your computer, wipe the computer, keyboard, and plastic portion of the monitor with a soft cloth dampened with the playback quality of the options provided. Do not use compressed air to clean the lens in an... optical drive, and follow the instructions that shipped with the compressed-air product. Never touch the lens in the Dell™ safety information that come with your computer. Use this document as skipping, with water. Cleaning Your Computer Before You Start Read the...
... MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about cleaning the individual components of your computer, wipe the computer, keyboard, and plastic portion of the monitor with a soft cloth dampened with the playback quality of the options provided. Do not use compressed air to clean the lens in an... optical drive, and follow the instructions that shipped with the compressed-air product. Never touch the lens in the Dell™ safety information that come with your computer. Use this document as skipping, with water. Cleaning Your Computer Before You Start Read the...