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...Functions 36 Display Functions 36 Power Management 36 Speaker Functions 36 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions 37 QuickSet Key Combinations 37 Adjusting Keyboard Settings 37 Touch Pad 38 Customizing the Touch Pad 38 5 Using a Battery 39 Battery Performance 39 Checking the Battery Charge 40... Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter 40 Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter 40 Charge Gauge 40 Low-Battery Warning 41 Conserving Battery Power 41 ...
...Functions 36 Display Functions 36 Power Management 36 Speaker Functions 36 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions 37 QuickSet Key Combinations 37 Adjusting Keyboard Settings 37 Touch Pad 38 Customizing the Touch Pad 38 5 Using a Battery 39 Battery Performance 39 Checking the Battery Charge 40... Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter 40 Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter 40 Charge Gauge 40 Low-Battery Warning 41 Conserving Battery Power 41 ...
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E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 84 Error Messages 85 ExpressCard Problems 89 IEEE 1394 Device Problems 89 Keyboard Problems 90 External Keyboard problems 90 Unexpected characters 90 Lockups and Software Problems 91 The computer does not start up 91 The ...computer stops responding 91 A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly 91 A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system 91 A solid blue screen appears 91 Dell...
E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 84 Error Messages 85 ExpressCard Problems 89 IEEE 1394 Device Problems 89 Keyboard Problems 90 External Keyboard problems 90 Unexpected characters 90 Lockups and Software Problems 91 The computer does not start up 91 The ...computer stops responding 91 A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly 91 A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system 91 A solid blue screen appears 91 Dell...
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... and Utilities 100 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 102 Restoring Your Operating System 102 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 103 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 104 Using the Operating System CD 106 11 Adding and Replacing Parts 109 Before You Begin 109 Recommended...Computer 109 Before Working Inside Your Computer 110 Optical Drive 111 Hard Drive 112 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 114 Memory 114 Modem 117 Hinge Cover 118 Keyboard 119 Wireless Mini-Card 121 Coin-Cell Battery 124 Display 125 Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 127...
... and Utilities 100 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 102 Restoring Your Operating System 102 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 103 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 104 Using the Operating System CD 106 11 Adding and Replacing Parts 109 Before You Begin 109 Recommended...Computer 109 Before Working Inside Your Computer 110 Optical Drive 111 Hard Drive 112 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 114 Memory 114 Modem 117 Hinge Cover 118 Keyboard 119 Wireless Mini-Card 121 Coin-Cell Battery 124 Display 125 Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 127...
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...Traveling With Your Computer 131 Identifying Your Computer 131 Packing the Computer 131 Travel Tips 132 Traveling by Air 132 14 Contacting Dell 133 15 Specifications 155 16 Appendix 163 Using the System Setup Program 163 Viewing the System Setup Screen 163 System Setup Screen... 163 Commonly Used Options 164 Cleaning Your Computer 165 Computer, Keyboard, and Display 165 Touch Pad 165 Floppy Drive 166 CDs and DVDs 166 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only 167 FCC Class B 167 Macrovision Product Notice 168 Glossary 169 Index 181...
...Traveling With Your Computer 131 Identifying Your Computer 131 Packing the Computer 131 Travel Tips 132 Traveling by Air 132 14 Contacting Dell 133 15 Specifications 155 16 Appendix 163 Using the System Setup Program 163 Viewing the System Setup Screen 163 System Setup Screen... 163 Commonly Used Options 164 Cleaning Your Computer 165 Computer, Keyboard, and Display 165 Touch Pad 165 Floppy Drive 166 CDs and DVDs 166 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only 167 FCC Class B 167 Macrovision Product Notice 168 Glossary 169 Index 181...
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For more information about your display, see "Using the Display" on page 33. 16 About Your Computer Front View 1 12 2 3 11 4 10 9 5 8 6 7 1 display latch release 2 display 3 power button 4 device status lights 5 touch pad 6 media control buttons 7 speakers (2) 8 touch pad buttons 9 keyboard 10 Dell MediaDirect™ button 11 keyboard and wireless status lights 12 display latches (2) D I S P L A Y - D I S P L A Y L A T C H R E L E A S E - Press to release the display latches and open the display.
For more information about your display, see "Using the Display" on page 33. 16 About Your Computer Front View 1 12 2 3 11 4 10 9 5 8 6 7 1 display latch release 2 display 3 power button 4 device status lights 5 touch pad 6 media control buttons 7 speakers (2) 8 touch pad buttons 9 keyboard 10 Dell MediaDirect™ button 11 keyboard and wireless status lights 12 display latches (2) D I S P L A Y - D I S P L A Y L A T C H R E L E A S E - Press to release the display latches and open the display.
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.... Play or pause. Play the previous track. Stop. For more information, see "Key Combinations" on page 36. K E Y B O A R D - The keyboard includes a numeric keypad as well as the Microsoft Windows logo key. You can press the Dell MediaDirect button to launch either Microsoft Windows Media Center Edition or another version of Windows XP with...
.... Play or pause. Play the previous track. Stop. For more information, see "Key Combinations" on page 36. K E Y B O A R D - The keyboard includes a numeric keypad as well as the Microsoft Windows logo key. You can press the Dell MediaDirect button to launch either Microsoft Windows Media Center Edition or another version of Windows XP with...
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... and click Disable Bluetooth Radio. Keep the display closed. To enable or disable wireless networking, press . About Your Computer 19 KEYBOARD AND WIRELESS STATUS LIGHTS The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following: 9 Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled. NOTE: The card with Bluetooth wireless technology is an...
... and click Disable Bluetooth Radio. Keep the display closed. To enable or disable wireless networking, press . About Your Computer 19 KEYBOARD AND WIRELESS STATUS LIGHTS The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following: 9 Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled. NOTE: The card with Bluetooth wireless technology is an...
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... About Your Computer Attach a microphone to a USB connector using the optional floppydrive cable. Connects devices supporting IEEE 1394 high-speed transfer rates, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. I E E E 1 3 9 4 C O N N E C T O R - You can also connect the optional floppy drive directly to the connector. AUDIO CONNECTORS Attach headphones or speakers to the connector. USB CONNECTORS...
... About Your Computer Attach a microphone to a USB connector using the optional floppydrive cable. Connects devices supporting IEEE 1394 high-speed transfer rates, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. I E E E 1 3 9 4 C O N N E C T O R - You can also connect the optional floppy drive directly to the connector. AUDIO CONNECTORS Attach headphones or speakers to the connector. USB CONNECTORS...
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... that is higher than the display supports, the settings adjust automatically to decrease brightness on the integrated display only (not on the keyboard. You can conserve power by setting the brightness to the lowest comfortable setting by pressing and the up -arrow key to change ... card and the display must support the program, and the necessary video drivers must be installed. Using the Display Adjusting Brightness When a Dell™ computer is running on either the computer display or the external device. Before you can press the following keys (key combinations) to...
... that is higher than the display supports, the settings adjust automatically to decrease brightness on the integrated display only (not on the keyboard. You can conserve power by setting the brightness to the lowest comfortable setting by pressing and the up -arrow key to change ... card and the display must support the program, and the necessary video drivers must be installed. Using the Display Adjusting Brightness When a Dell™ computer is running on either the computer display or the external device. Before you can press the following keys (key combinations) to...
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To type a number or symbol, press and the desired key after enabling the keypad. • To enable the keypad, press . Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 35 Each key on the right of the keypad keys. The 9 light indicates that the keypad is active. • To disable the keypad, press again. The keypad numbers and symbols are marked in blue on the keypad has multiple functions. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on an external keyboard.
To type a number or symbol, press and the desired key after enabling the keypad. • To enable the keypad, press . Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 35 Each key on the right of the keypad keys. The 9 light indicates that the keypad is active. • To disable the keypad, press again. The keypad numbers and symbols are marked in blue on the keypad has multiple functions. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on an external keyboard.
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... only (not key on an external monitor). Enables and disables the integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached. 36 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad You can reprogram this keyboard shortcut to that option. Decreases the volume of the integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached. Speaker Functions Increases the volume of...
... only (not key on an external monitor). Enables and disables the integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached. 36 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad You can reprogram this keyboard shortcut to that option. Decreases the volume of the integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached. Speaker Functions Increases the volume of...
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...For information about QuickSet key combinations, rightclick the icon in the taskbar, and click Help. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 37 Adjusting Keyboard Settings To adjust keyboard operation, such as the Battery Meter or activating power management modes. To access the Help and Support...Windows® Logo Key Functions Windows logo key and Minimizes all open the Control Panel, click Printers and Other Hardware, and click Keyboard. This command functions as a toggle to a network). QuickSet Key Combinations If QuickSet is connected to restore (maximize) all windows ...
...For information about QuickSet key combinations, rightclick the icon in the taskbar, and click Help. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 37 Adjusting Keyboard Settings To adjust keyboard operation, such as the Battery Meter or activating power management modes. To access the Help and Support...Windows® Logo Key Functions Windows logo key and Minimizes all open the Control Panel, click Printers and Other Hardware, and click Keyboard. This command functions as a toggle to a network). QuickSet Key Combinations If QuickSet is connected to restore (maximize) all windows ...
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... Properties window, click the Touch Pad tab to adjust touch pad settings. 3 Click OK to save the settings and close the window. 38 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Customizing the Touch Pad You can use the Mouse Properties window to use the touch-pad scroll feature. For information about the...
... Properties window, click the Touch Pad tab to adjust touch pad settings. 3 Click OK to save the settings and close the window. 38 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Customizing the Touch Pad You can use the Mouse Properties window to use the touch-pad scroll feature. For information about the...
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...appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive and press . 4 Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the diagnostics utility partition on your system board, keyboard, hard drive, and display. • During the assessment, answer any key to start the ResourceCD menu and press to proceed. 6 Select Run the... 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. The computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment, a series of initial tests of your part. to continue to increase ...
...appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive and press . 4 Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the diagnostics utility partition on your system board, keyboard, hard drive, and display. • During the assessment, answer any key to start the ResourceCD menu and press to proceed. 6 Select Run the... 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. The computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment, a series of initial tests of your part. to continue to increase ...
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...the operating system, another program, or a utility. Run the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 79). Run the Stuck Key test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 79). MEMORY ALLOCATION ERROR - The software you... Run the Hard-Disk Drive tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 114). For external keyboards, check the cable connection. Run the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 79). KEYBOARD STUCK KEY FAILURE - Reinstall the memory modules and...
...the operating system, another program, or a utility. Run the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 79). Run the Stuck Key test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 79). MEMORY ALLOCATION ERROR - The software you... Run the Hard-Disk Drive tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 114). For external keyboards, check the cable connection. Run the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 79). KEYBOARD STUCK KEY FAILURE - Reinstall the memory modules and...
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...T A C C E S S I C E - I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I N D O W S - ENSURE THAT THE IEEE 1394 DEVICE IS RECOGNIZED BY WINDOWS - 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. The keyboard controller may be malfunctioning, or a memory module may require recharging. E N S U R E T H A T T H E C A R D I S R E C O G N I Z E D B Y W I T H A D E L L - I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I T H ...Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 79). Run the System Memory tests and the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell...
...T A C C E S S I C E - I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I N D O W S - ENSURE THAT THE IEEE 1394 DEVICE IS RECOGNIZED BY WINDOWS - 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. The keyboard controller may be malfunctioning, or a memory module may require recharging. E N S U R E T H A T T H E C A R D I S R E C O G N I Z E D B Y W I T H A D E L L - I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I T H ...Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 79). Run the System Memory tests and the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell...
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... they appear on the display. If the tests indicate a defective external keyboard, contact Dell. If you cannot verify these steps, you may have a defective external keyboard. Contact Dell or the IEEE 1394 device manufacturer. Contact Dell. External Keyboard problems NOTE: When you are using a keyboard extension cable, disconnect it for damage, and firmly reconnect the cable. See...
... they appear on the display. If the tests indicate a defective external keyboard, contact Dell. If you cannot verify these steps, you may have a defective external keyboard. Contact Dell or the IEEE 1394 device manufacturer. Contact Dell. External Keyboard problems NOTE: When you are using a keyboard extension cable, disconnect it for damage, and firmly reconnect the cable. See...
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...: Before you are unable to Programs→Accessories, and then click Program Compatibility Wizard. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on your keyboard or moving your computer. If you begin any of letters. A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly END THE PROGRAM - 1 Press simultaneously. 2 Click the Applications tab...
...: Before you are unable to Programs→Accessories, and then click Program Compatibility Wizard. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on your keyboard or moving your computer. If you begin any of letters. A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly END THE PROGRAM - 1 Press simultaneously. 2 Click the Applications tab...
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... the program. 92 Solving Problems icon at least 8 to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your computer. VIDEO QUALITY PROBLEMS - You can access licensed files in some graphics cards to run ... and video files have a lock icon next to licensed content is digital content that detects video content and dynamically adjusts the brightness/contrast/saturation ratios. Dell MediaDirect problems C H E C K T H E D E L L M E D I A D I R E C T H E L P F I L E F O R I N F O R M A T I V E A N D T H E D E L L D V D P L A Y E R - If you voluntarily reformat the hard drive....
... the program. 92 Solving Problems icon at least 8 to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your computer. VIDEO QUALITY PROBLEMS - You can access licensed files in some graphics cards to run ... and video files have a lock icon next to licensed content is digital content that detects video content and dynamically adjusts the brightness/contrast/saturation ratios. Dell MediaDirect problems C H E C K T H E D E L L M E D I A D I R E C T H E L P F I L E F O R I N F O R M A T I V E A N D T H E D E L L D V D P L A Y E R - If you voluntarily reformat the hard drive....
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...part of specialized commands that controls a device such as a printer, mouse, or keyboard. See "Contacting Dell" on page 85. Dell ships your computer to you want to change or click the Display icon. 4 ... the computer or external monitor. Drivers What Is a Driver? A driver acts like a translator between the device and any other appliances. If your operating system. Contact Dell. Press and the up- Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other programs that the subwoofer is needed. M O V E T H E E X T E R N A L S U B W O O F E R A W A Y F R O M T H E ...
...part of specialized commands that controls a device such as a printer, mouse, or keyboard. See "Contacting Dell" on page 85. Dell ships your computer to you want to change or click the Display icon. 4 ... the computer or external monitor. Drivers What Is a Driver? A driver acts like a translator between the device and any other appliances. If your operating system. Contact Dell. Press and the up- Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other programs that the subwoofer is needed. M O V E T H E E X T E R N A L S U B W O O F E R A W A Y F R O M T H E ...