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...Display Device 239 Configure the Display Views 240 Dual Independent Display Mode 241 Swapping Primary and Secondary Displays . . . . 242 Switching the Display Image 242 Configuring Display Settings 242 Setting Display Resolution With the Windows Display Properties Menu 243 Accessing the Settings tab of the Display Properties Menu 244 Accessing Additional Functions With the Advanced Button 245 Accessing the Video Card Control Features . . . . 245 Getting Help for Video Display Resolution Problems 245 Adjusting Display Settings With the Vendor Video Card Control Panel 246 Windows Vista...
...Display Device 239 Configure the Display Views 240 Dual Independent Display Mode 241 Swapping Primary and Secondary Displays . . . . 242 Switching the Display Image 242 Configuring Display Settings 242 Setting Display Resolution With the Windows Display Properties Menu 243 Accessing the Settings tab of the Display Properties Menu 244 Accessing Additional Functions With the Advanced Button 245 Accessing the Video Card Control Features . . . . 245 Getting Help for Video Display Resolution Problems 245 Adjusting Display Settings With the Vendor Video Card Control Panel 246 Windows Vista...
Dell Technology Guide
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... 1394 Device Problems 291 Keyboard Problems for External Keyboards . . . 292 Lockups and Software Problems 292 Memory Problems 294 Mouse Problems 295 Network Problems 296 Power Problems 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 308 Working With Options on the System Setup Program Screen 308 Changing...
... 1394 Device Problems 291 Keyboard Problems for External Keyboards . . . 292 Lockups and Software Problems 292 Memory Problems 294 Mouse Problems 295 Network Problems 296 Power Problems 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 308 Working With Options on the System Setup Program Screen 308 Changing...
Dell Technology Guide
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... Support for the specific wireless card installed in your computer. The device guide provides helpful information about wireless networking, see "Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband)" on connections, and tutorials in the Search field. 3 Press . FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about connecting to access device guide for general information about wireless networking. Wireless Networking Wireless network information is not listed under All Programs, use the Search feature to search for a specific program: Windows Vista® 1 Click Start →Search. 2 Enter...
... Support for the specific wireless card installed in your computer. The device guide provides helpful information about wireless networking, see "Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband)" on connections, and tutorials in the Search field. 3 Press . FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about connecting to access device guide for general information about wireless networking. Wireless Networking Wireless network information is not listed under All Programs, use the Search feature to search for a specific program: Windows Vista® 1 Click Start →Search. 2 Enter...
Dell Technology Guide
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... you click a button on the screen check box. 3 Click OK. 2 On the Touch Pointer tab, select or clear the Show the touch pointer when I'm interacting with items on the pointing device. • The pointing device stops working after a few minutes of use. Also, see the pointing device's manufacturer's guide for your mouse when the mouse is connected to install the appropriate drivers manually. Turning the Touch...
... you click a button on the screen check box. 3 Click OK. 2 On the Touch Pointer tab, select or clear the Show the touch pointer when I'm interacting with items on the pointing device. • The pointing device stops working after a few minutes of use. Also, see the pointing device's manufacturer's guide for your mouse when the mouse is connected to install the appropriate drivers manually. Turning the Touch...
Dell Technology Guide
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... a Device Problem 1 Click Start and right-click Computer. 2 Click Properties→ Device Manager. 3 If a window appears asking permission to continue, click Continue. 4 Scroll down the list to see "Using Microsoft® Windows® System Restore" on page 265) to return your computer to reinstall or update the driver. Drives and Media 79 If an exclamation point is next to the device name, you installed the new driver. Determining...
... a Device Problem 1 Click Start and right-click Computer. 2 Click Properties→ Device Manager. 3 If a window appears asking permission to continue, click Continue. 4 Scroll down the list to see "Using Microsoft® Windows® System Restore" on page 265) to return your computer to reinstall or update the driver. Drives and Media 79 If an exclamation point is next to the device name, you installed the new driver. Determining...
Dell Technology Guide
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... and restart your computer. TEST THE DRIVE - • Insert another CD, DVD, or Blu-ray Disc® (BD) to which you are installing the driver. 6 Click the Driver tab→ Update Driver→ Browse my computer for Dell computers. HINT: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your Drivers and Utilities media provide approved drivers for driver software. 7 Click Browse, and browse to the location to eliminate the possibility...
... and restart your computer. TEST THE DRIVE - • Insert another CD, DVD, or Blu-ray Disc® (BD) to which you are installing the driver. 6 Click the Driver tab→ Update Driver→ Browse my computer for Dell computers. HINT: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your Drivers and Utilities media provide approved drivers for driver software. 7 Click Browse, and browse to the location to eliminate the possibility...
Dell Technology Guide
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... locations. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 151 What You Need to Set up access. A router has multiple ports, each other, allowing the computers to each supporting one computer or one peripheral such as a printer. • Network cables - A router connects computers and peripherals on page 151. • Router - a new line is particularly suited to your router for Broadband Access • You can choose between two specific types...
... locations. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 151 What You Need to Set up access. A router has multiple ports, each other, allowing the computers to each supporting one computer or one peripheral such as a printer. • Network cables - A router connects computers and peripherals on page 151. • Router - a new line is particularly suited to your router for Broadband Access • You can choose between two specific types...
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...; Network Locator Your computer may include a wireless switch. If your Windows network security settings for a Public Place. Disable file and print sharing. Do not access online financial websites from a public WLAN. See "Using a Firewall to a Virtual Private Network (VPN) or secure hotspot wireless service provider. When you first connect to specify the type of your software. Use a firewall. Configure your operating system does not include a firewall, purchase and install an...
...; Network Locator Your computer may include a wireless switch. If your Windows network security settings for a Public Place. Disable file and print sharing. Do not access online financial websites from a public WLAN. See "Using a Firewall to a Virtual Private Network (VPN) or secure hotspot wireless service provider. When you first connect to specify the type of your software. Use a firewall. Configure your operating system does not include a firewall, purchase and install an...
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... can be supported on all computers. 5.1 refers to the right audio out/headphone connector. Run IDT Audio Control Panel. Multimedia 207 while the 1 refers to the five main audio channels: left front, center front, right front, left surround and right surround; Follow the instructions to finish the setup. 1 Click the microphone icon, select Device: Rear Speakers, and plug your rear speaker cable to the audio in/microphone connector. 2 Click the...
... can be supported on all computers. 5.1 refers to the right audio out/headphone connector. Run IDT Audio Control Panel. Multimedia 207 while the 1 refers to the five main audio channels: left front, center front, right front, left surround and right surround; Follow the instructions to finish the setup. 1 Click the microphone icon, select Device: Rear Speakers, and plug your rear speaker cable to the audio in/microphone connector. 2 Click the...
Dell Technology Guide
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... your boot device, ensure that the cables are connected and that the drive is installed properly and partitioned as a boot device. • Enter the system setup program and ensure that was running when the message appeared. G A T E A 2 0 F A I N T E R R U P T - P L E A S E R U N S E T U P P R O G R A M - Enter the system setup program (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 308) and change the system setup program options (see "System Setup" on page 308) to correct the configuration error. N O B O O T D E V I C E A V A I O N - AUXILIARY DEVICE FAILURE VERIFY THAT MOUSE AND...
... your boot device, ensure that the cables are connected and that the drive is installed properly and partitioned as a boot device. • Enter the system setup program and ensure that was running when the message appeared. G A T E A 2 0 F A I N T E R R U P T - P L E A S E R U N S E T U P P R O G R A M - Enter the system setup program (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 308) and change the system setup program options (see "System Setup" on page 308) to correct the configuration error. N O B O O T D E V I C E A V A I O N - AUXILIARY DEVICE FAILURE VERIFY THAT MOUSE AND...
Dell Technology Guide
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... devices from the Start button. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all the components installed on the taskbar or from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of the test and any error conditions encountered. Troubleshooting 285 Allows you to customize the test by changing the test settings. 5 When the tests are complete, close the Main Menu screen. 6 Remove the Dell Drivers and Utilities media...
... devices from the Start button. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all the components installed on the taskbar or from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of the test and any error conditions encountered. Troubleshooting 285 Allows you to customize the test by changing the test settings. 5 When the tests are complete, close the Main Menu screen. 6 Remove the Dell Drivers and Utilities media...
Dell Technology Guide
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.... Network Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see "Diagnostic Lights for your network settings are correct and that the network cable is firmly inserted into the network connector on page 79. Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Mouse. 2 Adjust the settings as needed . See "Windows Hardware Troubleshooter" on...
.... Network Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see "Diagnostic Lights for your network settings are correct and that the network cable is firmly inserted into the network connector on page 79. Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Mouse. 2 Adjust the settings as needed . See "Windows Hardware Troubleshooter" on...
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.... Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Personalization→ Display Settings. 2 Adjust Resolution and Colors settings, as needed. 3 3D image quality is poor Windows XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Appearance and Themes. 2 Select a task you wish to check for Color quality and Screen resolution. Only Part of the Display is Readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR - 1 Shut down your speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the power cable for instructions...
.... Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Personalization→ Display Settings. 2 Adjust Resolution and Colors settings, as needed. 3 3D image quality is poor Windows XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Appearance and Themes. 2 Select a task you wish to check for Color quality and Screen resolution. Only Part of the Display is Readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR - 1 Shut down your speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the power cable for instructions...
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The BIOS settings may need to a USB device, the device must be updated for the current boot only). Changing Boot Sequence to a USB Device 1 Connect the USB device to a USB connector. 2 Turn on the computer. Performing a One-Time Boot You can set a one-time-only boot sequence without entering the system setup program. 1 Shut down the computer through the Start menu. 2 Turn on (or restart) your computer and try again. 3 When the boot device list appears, highlight the device from which...
The BIOS settings may need to a USB device, the device must be updated for the current boot only). Changing Boot Sequence to a USB Device 1 Connect the USB device to a USB connector. 2 Turn on the computer. Performing a One-Time Boot You can set a one-time-only boot sequence without entering the system setup program. 1 Shut down the computer through the Start menu. 2 Turn on (or restart) your computer and try again. 3 When the boot device list appears, highlight the device from which...
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... "Technical Support and Customer Service" on page 337. For more extensive list of Dell Support online services and features. 5 If the preceding steps have an Express Service Code, open the Dell Accessories folder, double-click the Express Service Code icon, and follow the directions. For instructions on using Dell Support, see "Contacting Dell" on page 332. DellConnect™ DellConnect is available to access your computer through a broadband connection, diagnose your problem...
... "Technical Support and Customer Service" on page 337. For more extensive list of Dell Support online services and features. 5 If the preceding steps have an Express Service Code, open the Dell Accessories folder, double-click the Express Service Code icon, and follow the directions. For instructions on using Dell Support, see "Contacting Dell" on page 332. DellConnect™ DellConnect is available to access your computer through a broadband connection, diagnose your problem...
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... of audio from the network connector during an electrical storm, from entering the computer through the electrical outlet. A video standard for video cards and controllers that may occur during electrical storms. SVGA - SXGA+ - Enables Windows programs to configure user-selectable options in the BIOS, such as a dampening device when a computer experiences resonating shock or is dropped (whether the computer is embedded with a wide variety of video memory installed...
... of audio from the network connector during an electrical storm, from entering the computer through the electrical outlet. A video standard for video cards and controllers that may occur during electrical storms. SVGA - SXGA+ - Enables Windows programs to configure user-selectable options in the BIOS, such as a dampening device when a computer experiences resonating shock or is dropped (whether the computer is embedded with a wide variety of video memory installed...
Setup Guide
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... and Mouse 8 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 8 Connect the Power Cables to Your Display and Computer 9 Windows Vista® Setup 10 Connect to the Internet (Optional 11 Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop 14 Front View Features 14 Back View Features 16 Software Features 18 Solving Problems 21 Network Problems 21 Power Problems 23 Memory Problems 24 Lockups and Software Problems 25 Using Support Tools 28 Dell Support Center 28 Beep Codes 29 System Messages 30 Hardware Troubleshooter 32 Dell Diagnostics 32 System Recovery Options 35 System Restore 36 Dell Factory Image...
... and Mouse 8 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 8 Connect the Power Cables to Your Display and Computer 9 Windows Vista® Setup 10 Connect to the Internet (Optional 11 Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop 14 Front View Features 14 Back View Features 16 Software Features 18 Solving Problems 21 Network Problems 21 Power Problems 23 Memory Problems 24 Lockups and Software Problems 25 Using Support Tools 28 Dell Support Center 28 Beep Codes 29 System Messages 30 Hardware Troubleshooter 32 Dell Diagnostics 32 System Recovery Options 35 System Restore 36 Dell Factory Image...
Setup Guide
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... boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive and press . 7. System Recovery Options 4. Depending on the screen to Boot from which you ordered your computer, or whether you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; Press any open files and exit any key to complete the installation. 39 Save and close any open programs. 2. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: The Dell Drivers and Utilities disc...
... boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive and press . 7. System Recovery Options 4. Depending on the screen to Boot from which you ordered your computer, or whether you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; Press any open files and exit any key to complete the installation. 39 Save and close any open programs. 2. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: The Dell Drivers and Utilities disc...
Setup Guide
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..., opening and replacing parts of your warranty. learn more about your computer, and readme files. upgrade your computer. 48 Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your computer with new or additional memory, or a new hard drive. the Drivers and Utilities disc. See: your operating system. the Service Manual on your system model number. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com. INSPIRON Finding...
..., opening and replacing parts of your warranty. learn more about your computer, and readme files. upgrade your computer. 48 Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your computer with new or additional memory, or a new hard drive. the Drivers and Utilities disc. See: your operating system. the Service Manual on your system model number. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com. INSPIRON Finding...
Tech Sheet Windows® 7
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... the Operating System disc. 3 Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears. 4 Restart the computer. 5 When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. On the next start-up, the computer boots according to the devices specified in the U.S.A. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete. Microsoft, and Windows are trademarks of Dell Inc; After you reinstall the operating system, you see the Microsoft Windows desktop...
... the Operating System disc. 3 Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears. 4 Restart the computer. 5 When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. On the next start-up, the computer boots according to the devices specified in the U.S.A. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete. Microsoft, and Windows are trademarks of Dell Inc; After you reinstall the operating system, you see the Microsoft Windows desktop...