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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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... or → All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ System Information. 2 Double click Components to expand the Components category. 3 Click the device category to expand the Components category. Exporting System Information as a Text File 1 Click Start or → All Programs→ ...computer information topic in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Double click Components to view a table identifying the component or device name and related setting and configuration information. Windows® XP Click Start → Control Panel...
... or → All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ System Information. 2 Double click Components to expand the Components category. 3 Click the device category to expand the Components category. Exporting System Information as a Text File 1 Click Start or → All Programs→ ...computer information topic in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Double click Components to view a table identifying the component or device name and related setting and configuration information. Windows® XP Click Start → Control Panel...
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...Set or change user-selectable options such as your password. • Verify information about accessing the system setup program and configuring hardware components, see "System Setup" on page 301. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about your computer's time, date, or password ...such as an interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. Finding Information 31 • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • ...
...Set or change user-selectable options such as your password. • Verify information about accessing the system setup program and configuring hardware components, see "System Setup" on page 301. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about your computer's time, date, or password ...such as an interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. Finding Information 31 • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • ...
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Microsoft Windows Desktop desktop shortcut icons Start button taskbar notification area Overview The Microsoft® Windows® desktop is usually located at the bottom of the desktop include a background, icons, shortcuts, and a taskbar that is the display screen area that appears after the Windows operating system starts up. The components of the screen. Microsoft Windows Desktop 33
Microsoft Windows Desktop desktop shortcut icons Start button taskbar notification area Overview The Microsoft® Windows® desktop is usually located at the bottom of the desktop include a background, icons, shortcuts, and a taskbar that is the display screen area that appears after the Windows operating system starts up. The components of the screen. Microsoft Windows Desktop 33
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To access the shortcut menus, position the cursor over the item and rightclick (click the right mouse button or the right touch-pad button). 38 Microsoft Windows Desktop These menus provide quick access to the most common commands for many components of the Windows desktop, including files and folders. Shortcut Menus Create Shortcut Delete Rename Properties Shortcut menus are available for an item.
To access the shortcut menus, position the cursor over the item and rightclick (click the right mouse button or the right touch-pad button). 38 Microsoft Windows Desktop These menus provide quick access to the most common commands for many components of the Windows desktop, including files and folders. Shortcut Menus Create Shortcut Delete Rename Properties Shortcut menus are available for an item.
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... to adjust. Changing the Desktop Appearance Start button Control Panel Display Properties window You can manage your desktop by changing various components. 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. Windows Vista® From the desktop: 1 Right-click an open area of these components are accessible through the Display Properties window. Most of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize, and the Personalize appearance and sounds window appears...
... to adjust. Changing the Desktop Appearance Start button Control Panel Display Properties window You can manage your desktop by changing various components. 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. Windows Vista® From the desktop: 1 Right-click an open area of these components are accessible through the Display Properties window. Most of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize, and the Personalize appearance and sounds window appears...
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Monitors and Displays 55 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 ...
Monitors and Displays 55 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 ...
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... that the Drivers and Utilities program is not required by your computer are automatically displayed in the My Drivers-The Resource CD has identified these components in your computer. HINT: The drivers that driver is detecting hardware in your computer. If a particular driver is not listed, then that are not displayed...
... that the Drivers and Utilities program is not required by your computer are automatically displayed in the My Drivers-The Resource CD has identified these components in your computer. HINT: The drivers that driver is detecting hardware in your computer. If a particular driver is not listed, then that are not displayed...
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... Double-click the type of device for which you are automatically displayed in the My Drivers-The Drivers and Utilities media has identified these components in your computer are installing the driver (for additionally installed devices may not be included on the Drivers and Utilities media. See the ...and Utilities Media to restart the computer. 4 When you see the Windows desktop, reinsert the Drivers and Utilities media. 5 At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next. If this is detecting hardware in your first time to use the Drivers and Utilities media, go to step 2....
... Double-click the type of device for which you are automatically displayed in the My Drivers-The Drivers and Utilities media has identified these components in your computer are installing the driver (for additionally installed devices may not be included on the Drivers and Utilities media. See the ...and Utilities Media to restart the computer. 4 When you see the Windows desktop, reinsert the Drivers and Utilities media. 5 At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next. If this is detecting hardware in your first time to use the Drivers and Utilities media, go to step 2....
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... screen. Shutting Down Your Computer 107 See "Replacing a Battery" on page 125 • Your system administrator • support.dell.com. The error reporting dialog box will reset when the power is off and components will be displayed after you can eliminate the default settings and basic device drivers as possible causes. The...
... screen. Shutting Down Your Computer 107 See "Replacing a Battery" on page 125 • Your system administrator • support.dell.com. The error reporting dialog box will reset when the power is off and components will be displayed after you can eliminate the default settings and basic device drivers as possible causes. The...
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... slow your computer, increase its operational life, and enhance its performance, if you perform standard maintenance tasks, such as: • Cleaning the computer and its components • Disk defragmenting • Scanning for virus and spyware Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) 125 Slower performance can protect your computer's performance. You...
... slow your computer, increase its operational life, and enhance its performance, if you perform standard maintenance tasks, such as: • Cleaning the computer and its components • Disk defragmenting • Scanning for virus and spyware Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) 125 Slower performance can protect your computer's performance. You...
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... Read the safety instructions available in the drive. Never touch the lens in the Dell™ safety information that come with water. For a laptop computer, remove any batteries. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about cleaning the individual components of the options provided. Tools are available through your computer. FOR MORE INFORMATION...
... Read the safety instructions available in the drive. Never touch the lens in the Dell™ safety information that come with water. For a laptop computer, remove any batteries. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about cleaning the individual components of the options provided. Tools are available through your computer. FOR MORE INFORMATION...
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... of the available options to system tools, such as Event Viewer and System Information. provides access to perform maintenance and improve performance on your computer: Component Services - Adjust visual effects -
... of the available options to system tools, such as Event Viewer and System Information. provides access to perform maintenance and improve performance on your computer: Component Services - Adjust visual effects -
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... Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) 129 Performance - NOTE: When using the Performance section of the components. NOTICE: System Setup allows users unrestricted access when setting performance related parameters. NVIDIA Performance The NVIDIA Performance application ...performance of the NVIDIA Control Panel, you may cause system instability, reduced component operating life or permanent component damage. Performance Tuning System Setup Based Performance Tuning For some Dell systems, the settings available under the Advanced page of System Setup provide ...
... Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) 129 Performance - NOTE: When using the Performance section of the components. NOTICE: System Setup allows users unrestricted access when setting performance related parameters. NVIDIA Performance The NVIDIA Performance application ...performance of the NVIDIA Control Panel, you may cause system instability, reduced component operating life or permanent component damage. Performance Tuning System Setup Based Performance Tuning For some Dell systems, the settings available under the Advanced page of System Setup provide ...
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... to be saved to view version information for the system and installed drivers. You may cause system instability, reduced component operating life or permanent component damage. Advanced users can be recalled at a later time. NOTICE: System Setup allows users unrestricted access when setting...system's performance over time as well as evaluate the effectiveness of the NVIDIA Control Panel allows you to a file for that component. LED Control Through the LED Control section, you to system configuration. 130 Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) NVIDIA...
... to be saved to view version information for the system and installed drivers. You may cause system instability, reduced component operating life or permanent component damage. Advanced users can be recalled at a later time. NOTICE: System Setup allows users unrestricted access when setting...system's performance over time as well as evaluate the effectiveness of the NVIDIA Control Panel allows you to a file for that component. LED Control Through the LED Control section, you to system configuration. 130 Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) NVIDIA...
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... events. • Customize application key strokes. These characteristics may include voltages, fan speeds, usage, temperatures and more. Selecting a component in the interface displays realtime data for the available operating characteristics of that component. When launched the NVIDIA Monitor application detects installed ESAcompatible devices such as CPUs, video cards, memory, system board, and...
... events. • Customize application key strokes. These characteristics may include voltages, fan speeds, usage, temperatures and more. Selecting a component in the interface displays realtime data for the available operating characteristics of that component. When launched the NVIDIA Monitor application detects installed ESAcompatible devices such as CPUs, video cards, memory, system board, and...
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... documentation that came with your computer. A TV tuner card may replace your current video card or it may work with your TV tuner card. S-video/component Connecting Your Computer to a TV. For more information about watching and recording TV on your current video card. S-video/composite;
... documentation that came with your computer. A TV tuner card may replace your current video card or it may work with your TV tuner card. S-video/component Connecting Your Computer to a TV. For more information about watching and recording TV on your current video card. S-video/composite;
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...) In addition, possible audio connections to support the video connections vary from standard analog RCA jacks to a TV and Adjusting Display Settings S-video Composite video Component video DVI digital video HDMI video/audio DVI/HDMI converter 216 Connecting Your Computer to S/PDIF digital audio and multi-channel digital audio through optical...
...) In addition, possible audio connections to support the video connections vary from standard analog RCA jacks to a TV and Adjusting Display Settings S-video Composite video Component video DVI digital video HDMI video/audio DVI/HDMI converter 216 Connecting Your Computer to S/PDIF digital audio and multi-channel digital audio through optical...
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... connect your TV. You may need to determine: • Types of connectors available on the computer and TV • Whether there are special adapters (composite, component) • Types of cables required for these video and audio connections. Connecting Your Computer to perform Having this information can help ensure that you use...
... connect your TV. You may need to determine: • Types of connectors available on the computer and TV • Whether there are special adapters (composite, component) • Types of cables required for these video and audio connections. Connecting Your Computer to perform Having this information can help ensure that you use...
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... your TV. Identifying the Connectors on your computer to a TV, you to connect to standard audio, S/PDIF digital audio, or multichannel analog audio. However, certain component adapters that came with your TV for speaker connections. Connector Description/Function An audio connector allows you need : • Video adapter and cable Connecting Your...
... your TV. Identifying the Connectors on your computer to a TV, you to connect to standard audio, S/PDIF digital audio, or multichannel analog audio. However, certain component adapters that came with your TV for speaker connections. Connector Description/Function An audio connector allows you need : • Video adapter and cable Connecting Your...