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... computer. To access Windows Help and Support: 1 Click Start or → Help and Support. 2 Click the topic or task you want to perform. 3 If the specific task is not listed, use available features. Microsoft Windows Help and Support This information center provides instructions, hints, and general information about Microsoft Windows and...
... computer. To access Windows Help and Support: 1 Click Start or → Help and Support. 2 Click the topic or task you want to perform. 3 If the specific task is not listed, use available features. Microsoft Windows Help and Support This information center provides instructions, hints, and general information about Microsoft Windows and...
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FOR MORE INFORMATION: See Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Information About Installed Hardware Device Manager Use the Device Manager to view a list of all devices installed on your computer and to learn more about how a specific device is configured. 26 Finding Information Control Panel To manage viewing features and computer functions, click Start or → Control Panel.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: See Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Information About Installed Hardware Device Manager Use the Device Manager to view a list of all devices installed on your computer and to learn more about how a specific device is configured. 26 Finding Information Control Panel To manage viewing features and computer functions, click Start or → Control Panel.
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... File menu, click Export. 3 In File name, type the filename. 4 Select the file type from the Save as type drop-down menu. 5 Click Save. Device Specifications 1 Click Start or → All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ System Information. 2 Double click Components to expand the Components category. 3 Click the device...
... File menu, click Export. 3 In File name, type the filename. 4 Select the file type from the Save as type drop-down menu. 5 Click Save. Device Specifications 1 Click Start or → All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ System Information. 2 Double click Components to expand the Components category. 3 Click the device...
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...is available in the following sources: Device guides Windows Help and Support See Microsoft Windows Help and Support to search for the specific wireless card installed in the Search field. 3 Press . The device guide provides helpful information about wireless networking. Wireless Networking Wireless... network information is not listed under All Programs, use the Search feature to access device guide for a specific program: Windows Vista® 1 Click Start →Search. 2 Enter the name of the program and click Search. FOR MORE...
...is available in the following sources: Device guides Windows Help and Support See Microsoft Windows Help and Support to search for the specific wireless card installed in the Search field. 3 Press . The device guide provides helpful information about wireless networking. Wireless Networking Wireless... network information is not listed under All Programs, use the Search feature to access device guide for a specific program: Windows Vista® 1 Click Start →Search. 2 Enter the name of the program and click Search. FOR MORE...
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..., move the slide bar to the left or right to decrease/increase the screen resolution. 5 Click Apply 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. Windows Vista® 1 Right-click...
..., move the slide bar to the left or right to decrease/increase the screen resolution. 5 Click Apply 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. Windows Vista® 1 Right-click...
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..., punctuation, and symbols • Control keys for performing certain actions: , , , and the Windows logo key • Function keys, labeled ,< F2>, , and so on, for performing specific tasks • Navigation keys for the device. Keyboard Your keyboard provides different sets of a Device Problem" on page 265 HINT: If you still have problems...
..., punctuation, and symbols • Control keys for performing certain actions: , , , and the Windows logo key • Function keys, labeled ,< F2>, , and so on, for performing specific tasks • Navigation keys for the device. Keyboard Your keyboard provides different sets of a Device Problem" on page 265 HINT: If you still have problems...
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Printers-Settings and Drivers Accessing Printer Information You can find information about your computer. From the Start menu, click Control Panel to access the hardware on your computer, including a list of printers connected to your printer(s) through the Start button. Printers-Settings and Drivers 71 See your printer manufacturer's documentation for hardware-specific information.
Printers-Settings and Drivers Accessing Printer Information You can find information about your computer. From the Start menu, click Control Panel to access the hardware on your computer, including a list of printers connected to your printer(s) through the Start button. Printers-Settings and Drivers 71 See your printer manufacturer's documentation for hardware-specific information.
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... from more about connecting to your computer. Once your computer is connected to a network, you can use most often as the default printer.To set a specific printer as your default printer, right-click on the printer icon, and select Set as the default. Setting the Default Printer Set the printer you...
... from more about connecting to your computer. Once your computer is connected to a network, you can use most often as the default printer.To set a specific printer as your default printer, right-click on the printer icon, and select Set as the default. Setting the Default Printer Set the printer you...
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What you Need for specific details. If you can obtain cable broadband access through your cable provider. • You must connect your router for Broadband Access • You can purchase ... LAN. A router has multiple ports, each other, allowing the computers to a cable modem or DSL modem for setting up access. You can choose between two specific types of broadband access offered by the broadband modem. A router connects computers and peripherals on page 151. • Router - a new line is used to your...
What you Need for specific details. If you can obtain cable broadband access through your cable provider. • You must connect your router for Broadband Access • You can purchase ... LAN. A router has multiple ports, each other, allowing the computers to a cable modem or DSL modem for setting up access. You can choose between two specific types of broadband access offered by the broadband modem. A router connects computers and peripherals on page 151. • Router - a new line is used to your...
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... may have Internet access through your broadband modem. 3 Install any software required for setting up the Hardware 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about connecting your computer. Install the required software according to click an option for your computer's Control Panel, click Network and Internet connections→...
... may have Internet access through your broadband modem. 3 Install any software required for setting up the Hardware 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about connecting your computer. Install the required software according to click an option for your computer's Control Panel, click Network and Internet connections→...
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... This section provides general procedures for connecting to internal cards with installation media, which usually contains installation and troubleshooting information. Specific network names and configuration details vary. Connecting to a WLAN NOTE: The following networking instructions do not apply to a... to set up a new Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about connecting your computer to the instructions provided by the router manufacturer. Setting up a wireless Internet connection. 3 Install...
... This section provides general procedures for connecting to internal cards with installation media, which usually contains installation and troubleshooting information. Specific network names and configuration details vary. Connecting to a WLAN NOTE: The following networking instructions do not apply to a... to set up a new Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about connecting your computer to the instructions provided by the router manufacturer. Setting up a wireless Internet connection. 3 Install...
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... a cellular-data coverage zone. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 159 Contact your card if you are able to make a call from your cellular phone in a specific geographical location, that provides Internet access over a much wider geographical area than a WLAN, which typically covers only from 100 to 1000 feet. FOR MORE INFORMATION...
... a cellular-data coverage zone. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 159 Contact your card if you are able to make a call from your cellular phone in a specific geographical location, that provides Internet access over a much wider geographical area than a WLAN, which typically covers only from 100 to 1000 feet. FOR MORE INFORMATION...
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... Because the Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator may use the wireless switch 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 307... whether your computer is enabled and configured to scan for a Wireless Network On some computers, you must first enable and configure the switch to scan specifically for using the wireless switch or button.
... Because the Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator may use the wireless switch 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 307... whether your computer is enabled and configured to scan for a Wireless Network On some computers, you must first enable and configure the switch to scan specifically for using the wireless switch or button.
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... to any or all the successful connections in a designated file. • The Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP) settings allow exceptions. The Advanced tab allows more specific settings. • The Network Connection Settings tab provides the option for Windows Firewall to be applied to share error and status information with an x (Off...
... to any or all the successful connections in a designated file. • The Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP) settings allow exceptions. The Advanced tab allows more specific settings. • The Network Connection Settings tab provides the option for Windows Firewall to be applied to share error and status information with an x (Off...
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... is a type of your credit card numbers and banking information. Spyware and malware can also be used for Windows Vista, visit the Microsoft Catalog at specific targets.
... is a type of your credit card numbers and banking information. Spyware and malware can also be used for Windows Vista, visit the Microsoft Catalog at specific targets.
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...from your search. 186 Accessing the Internet There are searching for information. Each search engine may behave differently. HINT: When searching for the specific search engine to learn how to search for in the Search field. 2 Press or click Go or Search (depending on the Internet ... actually knowing the web address, you are many search engines to help refine the search. This function can use a search engine to use specifically related words to help refine your list. Read the Help sections for information, make sure that you use it. 1 Access a common search...
...from your search. 186 Accessing the Internet There are searching for information. Each search engine may behave differently. HINT: When searching for the specific search engine to learn how to search for in the Search field. 2 Press or click Go or Search (depending on the Internet ... actually knowing the web address, you are many search engines to help refine the search. This function can use a search engine to use specifically related words to help refine your list. Read the Help sections for information, make sure that you use it. 1 Access a common search...
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... the video card control panel available through the video card installed in your computer, your computer. Depending on page 246. NOTE: To display a program at a specific resolution, both the video card and the display device must support the program, and the necessary video drivers must be installed.
... the video card control panel available through the video card installed in your computer, your computer. Depending on page 246. NOTE: To display a program at a specific resolution, both the video card and the display device must support the program, and the necessary video drivers must be installed.
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.... To view the rest of the screen, use the touch pad or track stick to resolve specific display problems. Accessing the Video Card Control Features For additional features and settings, click Advanced. For help with specific problems, click the Troubleshoot button from the Settings tab. For additional settings, click the Advanced button... card determine how much you can damage an external monitor by the display, the computer enters pan mode. From the Advanced tab, select the tab specific for the monitor.
.... To view the rest of the screen, use the touch pad or track stick to resolve specific display problems. Accessing the Video Card Control Features For additional features and settings, click Advanced. For help with specific problems, click the Troubleshoot button from the Settings tab. For additional settings, click the Advanced button... card determine how much you can damage an external monitor by the display, the computer enters pan mode. From the Advanced tab, select the tab specific for the monitor.
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... for Nvidia: Windows Vista 1 Right-click an open area of the Video Card Control Panel screen provides detailed help you click the tab for the specific video card, the appropriate video card control panel is displayed. This tab will display the manufacturer's name for the Nvidia video card. 5 Launch the Nvidia...
... for Nvidia: Windows Vista 1 Right-click an open area of the Video Card Control Panel screen provides detailed help you click the tab for the specific video card, the appropriate video card control panel is displayed. This tab will display the manufacturer's name for the Nvidia video card. 5 Launch the Nvidia...
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... THE BATTERY. STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO CONTINUE, F2 TO RUN THE SETUP UTILITY. - WARNING! WARNING: DELL'S DISK MONITORING SYSTEM HAS DETECTED THAT DRIVE [0/1] ON THE [PRIMARY/SECONDARY] EIDE CONTROLLER IS OPERATING OUTSIDE OF NORMAL SPECIFICATIONS. Troubleshooting 279 WARNING: THE SECOND BATTERY CANNOT BE IDENTIFIED. For computers with two batteries installed, one...
... THE BATTERY. STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO CONTINUE, F2 TO RUN THE SETUP UTILITY. - WARNING! WARNING: DELL'S DISK MONITORING SYSTEM HAS DETECTED THAT DRIVE [0/1] ON THE [PRIMARY/SECONDARY] EIDE CONTROLLER IS OPERATING OUTSIDE OF NORMAL SPECIFICATIONS. Troubleshooting 279 WARNING: THE SECOND BATTERY CANNOT BE IDENTIFIED. For computers with two batteries installed, one...