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... 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...
... 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...
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... accessing the system setup program and configuring hardware components, see "System Setup" on page 301. Finding Information 31 • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • Technical Support • International Notebook Support..., date, or password can be changed using the BIOS, using options provided by the operating system is a utility that serves as the amount of system memory.
... accessing the system setup program and configuring hardware components, see "System Setup" on page 301. Finding Information 31 • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • Technical Support • International Notebook Support..., date, or password can be changed using the BIOS, using options provided by the operating system is a utility that serves as the amount of system memory.
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...optimum and minimum sizes for Shadow Storage] 6 Press . 7 Click Start → Computer→ Local Disk (C:) to confirm that uses solid-state memory to store persistent data. 3 Click Run as administrator. 4 If a window appears asking permission to continue, click Continue. 5 Type the following ...: vssadmin list shadowstorage. 6 Press . An SSD using SRAM (Static Random Access Memory) or DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory), instead of a flash memory, is built entirely out of space used by Shadow Storage 1 Click Start → All Programs→ Accessories...
...optimum and minimum sizes for Shadow Storage] 6 Press . 7 Click Start → Computer→ Local Disk (C:) to confirm that uses solid-state memory to store persistent data. 3 Click Run as administrator. 4 If a window appears asking permission to continue, click Continue. 5 Type the following ...: vssadmin list shadowstorage. 6 Press . An SSD using SRAM (Static Random Access Memory) or DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory), instead of a flash memory, is built entirely out of space used by Shadow Storage 1 Click Start → All Programs→ Accessories...
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... uses less power. Use hibernation to save power when you left it . Ending a Program That is a power-saving state, or mode. Hibernation is a state in memory on standby can safely turn off the computer power. Windows® XP Standby Hibernation Shut Down Standby is a state in which the display and hard... your computer shuts down Windows so that you can cause a loss of standby quickly, and your computer, for several seconds) when you want to add memory or you don't plan to use the computer again, it comes out of unsaved information.
... uses less power. Use hibernation to save power when you left it . Ending a Program That is a power-saving state, or mode. Hibernation is a state in memory on standby can safely turn off the computer power. Windows® XP Standby Hibernation Shut Down Standby is a state in which the display and hard... your computer shuts down Windows so that you can cause a loss of standby quickly, and your computer, for several seconds) when you want to add memory or you don't plan to use the computer again, it comes out of unsaved information.
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... through this interface. Selecting a component in the Device Settings sections are used to track the system's performance over time as well as CPUs, video cards, memory, system board, and chassis components. Advanced users can customize the color and intensity of the NVIDIA Control Panel allows you to be used . Dynamic BIOS...
... through this interface. Selecting a component in the Device Settings sections are used to track the system's performance over time as well as CPUs, video cards, memory, system board, and chassis components. Advanced users can customize the color and intensity of the NVIDIA Control Panel allows you to be used . Dynamic BIOS...
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... 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 chassis components.
... 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 chassis components.
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...how you use your computer, use your battery: • Using optical drives • Using wireless communications devices, PC Cards, Express Cards, media memory cards, or USB devices • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other power- The following will significantly reduce the operating... Meter icon The first time you use the AC adapter to connect your computer to an electrical outlet in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on preserving the battery life of your laptop computer. The life of your computer. You may need to...
...how you use your computer, use your battery: • Using optical drives • Using wireless communications devices, PC Cards, Express Cards, media memory cards, or USB devices • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other power- The following will significantly reduce the operating... Meter icon The first time you use the AC adapter to connect your computer to an electrical outlet in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on preserving the battery life of your laptop computer. The life of your computer. You may need to...
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... size of programs that are open. Hold the key down while pressing the minus (-) key to open multiple web pages at the same time in memory) and/or reduce the number of Open Internet Windows Tabs allow you re-visit a web page. It is not necessary to have multiple instances of...
... size of programs that are open. Hold the key down while pressing the minus (-) key to open multiple web pages at the same time in memory) and/or reduce the number of Open Internet Windows Tabs allow you re-visit a web page. It is not necessary to have multiple instances of...
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... Options tab. 2 Delete the files in the browsing history, and then minimize the amount of space by clicking Settings. 3 Reduce the number of MB in memory and/or reduce the number of days to the same website take less time. Deleting them regularly helps enhance your computer's performance and speed. 1 Open...
... Options tab. 2 Delete the files in the browsing history, and then minimize the amount of space by clicking Settings. 3 Reduce the number of MB in memory and/or reduce the number of days to the same website take less time. Deleting them regularly helps enhance your computer's performance and speed. 1 Open...
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..., display, memory, hard drive, etc. Some desktop computers have diagnostic lights. These lights function in your Service Manual for information on your computer include: Tool Power lights Diagnostic lights for desktop computers Diagnostic lights for laptop computers System messages Windows Hardware Troubleshooter Dell Diagnostics Function ... screen and look for the message in the System Messages list or in conjunction with the power lights. Dell Diagnostics can also indicate internal power problems. See your Service Manual for information about diagnostic and status lights. With the...
..., display, memory, hard drive, etc. Some desktop computers have diagnostic lights. These lights function in your Service Manual for information on your computer include: Tool Power lights Diagnostic lights for desktop computers Diagnostic lights for laptop computers System messages Windows Hardware Troubleshooter Dell Diagnostics Function ... screen and look for the message in the System Messages list or in conjunction with the power lights. Dell Diagnostics can also indicate internal power problems. See your Service Manual for information about diagnostic and status lights. With the...
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... and then reinstall any cards (see the documentation shipped with numbers on the front panel. Too many devices on properly. - Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the documentation shipped with similar products in known working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. - Power, keyboard, and mouse extension...
... and then reinstall any cards (see the documentation shipped with numbers on the front panel. Too many devices on properly. - Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the documentation shipped with similar products in known working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. - Power, keyboard, and mouse extension...
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...sequence information is not listed in BIOS setup. See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292. DELL RECOMMENDS THAT YOU BACK UP YOUR DATA REGULARLY. NOTICE - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292. K E Y B O A R D F A I L U R E - G A T E A 2 0 F A I L U R E - MEMORY ADDRESS LINE FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING 276 Troubleshooting N O T I M E R T I C K I L A B L E - N O B O O T D E V I C E A V A I N T E R R U P T - S.M.A.R.T error, possible HDD failure. I N V A L I D C O N F I G U R A T I O N I N F O R M A T I O N - System Messages...
...sequence information is not listed in BIOS setup. See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292. DELL RECOMMENDS THAT YOU BACK UP YOUR DATA REGULARLY. NOTICE - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292. K E Y B O A R D F A I L U R E - G A T E A 2 0 F A I L U R E - MEMORY ADDRESS LINE FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING 276 Troubleshooting N O T I M E R T I C K I L A B L E - N O B O O T D E V I C E A V A I N T E R R U P T - S.M.A.R.T error, possible HDD failure. I N V A L I D C O N F I G U R A T I O N I N F O R M A T I O N - System Messages...
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... to notebook computers that the boot sequence information is correct (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 281). Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 308). MEMORY ODD/EVEN LOGIC FAILURE AT (ADDRESS) READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - T I D - ( V A L U E) -... Setup Program" on page 308). Enter the system setup program and correct the date or time (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 308). MEMORY DOUBLE WORD LOGIC FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - STRIKE F1 TO RETRY BOOT, F2 FOR SETUP UTILITY. D I S K...
... to notebook computers that the boot sequence information is correct (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 281). Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 308). MEMORY ODD/EVEN LOGIC FAILURE AT (ADDRESS) READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - T I D - ( V A L U E) -... Setup Program" on page 308). Enter the system setup program and correct the date or time (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 308). MEMORY DOUBLE WORD LOGIC FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - STRIKE F1 TO RETRY BOOT, F2 FOR SETUP UTILITY. D I S K...
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...IN THE POWER CORD. IF YOU DID NOT CHANGE YOUR MEMORY... STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO CONTINUE, F2 TO RUN THE SETUP UTILITY. S T R I K E T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page.... THE AMOUNT OF SYSTEM MEMORY HAS CHANGED. Contact Dell for instructions, see the documentation shipped with your computer's Service Manual). • If memory was not removed or installed, memory module or system board failure may have occurred. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR ...
...IN THE POWER CORD. IF YOU DID NOT CHANGE YOUR MEMORY... STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO CONTINUE, F2 TO RUN THE SETUP UTILITY. S T R I K E T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page.... THE AMOUNT OF SYSTEM MEMORY HAS CHANGED. Contact Dell for instructions, see the documentation shipped with your computer's Service Manual). • If memory was not removed or installed, memory module or system board failure may have occurred. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR ...
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...), a series of initial tests of your hard drive. 5 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to run the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on. • Answer any questions that appear.... • If failures are detected, write down the error code(s) and see "Contacting Dell" on page 337. 1 Ensure that the computer is connected to...
...), a series of initial tests of your hard drive. 5 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to run the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on. • Answer any questions that appear.... • If failures are detected, write down the error code(s) and see "Contacting Dell" on page 337. 1 Ensure that the computer is connected to...
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...want. If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your Service Tag. 4 If you select Extended Test from the Custom Test or Symptom Tree option, click the applicable tab described in the system. Option Test Memory Test System Exit Function Run the stand-alone memory test Run System Diagnostics ... Service Tag for the option you are having. NOTE: Select Test System to select tests based on page 337. Using the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for your computer is located at the top of each test ...
...want. If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your Service Tag. 4 If you select Extended Test from the Custom Test or Symptom Tree option, click the applicable tab described in the system. Option Test Memory Test System Exit Function Run the stand-alone memory test Run System Diagnostics ... Service Tag for the option you are having. NOTE: Select Test System to select tests based on page 337. Using the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for your computer is located at the top of each test ...
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...downloads, training, tutorials, and Knowledge Base articles. Allows you with support options for all devices attached to your hardware configuration for contacting Dell Technical Support including live chat, phone and E-mail. The software automatically identifies your Service Tag Number, PC Model Number, Express Service...Parameters Function Displays the results of all the components installed on the taskbar or from the Dell Support Center icon on your computer or all devices from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in ...
...downloads, training, tutorials, and Knowledge Base articles. Allows you with support options for all devices attached to your hardware configuration for contacting Dell Technical Support including live chat, phone and E-mail. The software automatically identifies your Service Tag Number, PC Model Number, Express Service...Parameters Function Displays the results of all the components installed on the taskbar or from the Dell Support Center icon on your computer or all devices from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in ...
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...Device Problems CAUTION: Before you want to restore computer resources. NOTE: Your computer supports only IEEE 1394a standard. NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. Close all windows and open the program that you may have to use first. Troubleshooting 291 ENSURE THAT ... or DVD. T H E D E V I C E I N S YS T E M S E T U P - CLOSE SOME PROGRAMS AND TRY A G A I A - For additional safety best practices information, see "Contacting Dell" on page 308. The drive cannot read the disk. is missing an essential file. Windows XP 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Add or Remove...
...Device Problems CAUTION: Before you want to restore computer resources. NOTE: Your computer supports only IEEE 1394a standard. NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. Close all windows and open the program that you may have to use first. Troubleshooting 291 ENSURE THAT ... or DVD. T H E D E V I C E I N S YS T E M S E T U P - CLOSE SOME PROGRAMS AND TRY A G A I A - For additional safety best practices information, see "Contacting Dell" on page 308. The drive cannot read the disk. is missing an essential file. Windows XP 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Add or Remove...
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... power button for information. • Ensure that the program is compatible with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. See "Contacting Dell" on the screen. 3 A solid blue screen appears TU R N T H E C O M P U T E R O F F - If you are unable to non-XP operating ...Next. → All Programs→ Accessories→ Program Compatibility 2 Follow the instructions on page 337. IF YOU RECEIVE AN INSUFFICIENT MEMORY MESSAGE - • Save and close any open programs you are not using to see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at least 8 to ...
... power button for information. • Ensure that the program is compatible with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. See "Contacting Dell" on the screen. 3 A solid blue screen appears TU R N T H E C O M P U T E R O F F - If you are unable to non-XP operating ...Next. → All Programs→ Accessories→ Program Compatibility 2 Follow the instructions on page 337. IF YOU RECEIVE AN INSUFFICIENT MEMORY MESSAGE - • Save and close any open programs you are not using to see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at least 8 to ...
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... information, see the documentation shipped with your computer) to ensure that your computer, see the documentation shipped with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see the documentation shipped with your computer. Connect a properly working mouse to display the Start menu. 2...the type of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer). • Ensure that you are following the memory installation guidelines (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 281). TE S T T H E M O U S E - • See the software documentation for bent...
... information, see the documentation shipped with your computer) to ensure that your computer, see the documentation shipped with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see the documentation shipped with your computer. Connect a properly working mouse to display the Start menu. 2...the type of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer). • Ensure that you are following the memory installation guidelines (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 281). TE S T T H E M O U S E - • See the software documentation for bent...