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Drivers 99 What Is a Driver 99 Identifying Drivers 100 Reinstalling Drivers 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...
Drivers 99 What Is a Driver 99 Identifying Drivers 100 Reinstalling Drivers 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...
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... not ship with your computer. NOTE: The color of the following methods: • Microsoft Windows System Restore - Dell PC Restore returns your computer to an earlier operating state without affecting data files. • Dell PC Restore - After you ordered. For more information, see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 100) to reinstall drivers for the...
... not ship with your computer. NOTE: The color of the following methods: • Microsoft Windows System Restore - Dell PC Restore returns your computer to an earlier operating state without affecting data files. • Dell PC Restore - After you ordered. For more information, see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 100) to reinstall drivers for the...
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Windows logo key and Restores all minimized windows. For information about QuickSet key combinations, rightclick the icon in the taskbar, and click Help. Windows logo key and Opens the Search ... as the character repeat rate, open windows. Windows logo key and Opens the System Properties dialog box. QuickSet Key Combinations If QuickSet is connected to restore (maximize) all windows previously minimized with the use other shortcut keys for functions such as the Battery Meter or activating power management modes. To access...
Windows logo key and Restores all minimized windows. For information about QuickSet key combinations, rightclick the icon in the taskbar, and click Help. Windows logo key and Opens the Search ... as the character repeat rate, open windows. Windows logo key and Opens the System Properties dialog box. QuickSet Key Combinations If QuickSet is connected to restore (maximize) all windows previously minimized with the use other shortcut keys for functions such as the Battery Meter or activating power management modes. To access...
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... may be faulty or improperly seated. See "Contacting Dell" on the hard drive. Then immediately exit the program. M E M O R Y W R I T E / R E A D F A I L U R E A T A D D R E S S , R E A D V A L U E E X P E C T I N G V A L U E - N O T E N O U G H M E M O R Y O R R E S O U R C E S . Remove and then reinstall the program. 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Add or Remove Programs. 3 Select the program you want to restore the data by entering the system setup program...
... may be faulty or improperly seated. See "Contacting Dell" on the hard drive. Then immediately exit the program. M E M O R Y W R I T E / R E A D F A I L U R E A T A D D R E S S , R E A D V A L U E E X P E C T I N G V A L U E - N O T E N O U G H M E M O R Y O R R E S O U R C E S . Remove and then reinstall the program. 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Add or Remove Programs. 3 Select the program you want to restore the data by entering the system setup program...
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... the Install button (if present) to begin installing the driver or utility. For installation instructions, either see "Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore" on the screen to continue. 3 From the Language drop-down menus. The CD automatically scans your hardware to detect drivers and utilities used...or utility (if available). Click OK, and follow the screen prompts to complete the installation. If using Device Driver Rollback or System Restore does not resolve the problem, then reinstall the driver from the System Model, Operating System, and Topic drop-down menu in the ...
... the Install button (if present) to begin installing the driver or utility. For installation instructions, either see "Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore" on the screen to continue. 3 From the Language drop-down menus. The CD automatically scans your hardware to detect drivers and utilities used...or utility (if available). Click OK, and follow the screen prompts to complete the installation. If using Device Driver Rollback or System Restore does not resolve the problem, then reinstall the driver from the System Model, Operating System, and Topic drop-down menu in the ...
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... the System Setup Program" on page 100. See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 163) before continuing with the driver installation. Restoring Your Operating System You can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to which you are installing the driver (for example, Modems or Infrared devices). 5... Double-click the name of the device for restoring your operating system and preserving data files. Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities If a device is either not detected during the operating ...
... the System Setup Program" on page 100. See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 163) before continuing with the driver installation. Restoring Your Operating System You can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to which you are installing the driver (for example, Modems or Infrared devices). 5... Double-click the name of the device for restoring your operating system and preserving data files. Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities If a device is either not detected during the operating ...
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... computer. NOTICE: Make regular backups of your data files or recover them. For instructions, see and select restore points. Solving Problems 103 Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all data on page 100) to Programs→Accessories→System Tools, and then click System... files. Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore The Microsoft Windows XP operating system provides System Restore to the Windows Classic view. To access help, see "Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec restores your hard drive to the operating state it to restore your Dell™ computer to allow you set...
... computer. NOTICE: Make regular backups of your data files or recover them. For instructions, see and select restore points. Solving Problems 103 Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all data on page 100) to Programs→Accessories→System Tools, and then click System... files. Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore The Microsoft Windows XP operating system provides System Restore to the Windows Classic view. To access help, see "Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec restores your hard drive to the operating state it to restore your Dell™ computer to allow you set...
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... only one restore point, then that restore point is unchecked. If two or more restore points are permanently deleted from the hard drive. Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec only as the last method to restore your operating system. Use Dell PC Restore by Symantec NOTICE: Using Dell PC Restore permanently deletes ...the operating state it was in certain countries nor on . PC Restore restores your computer. NOTE: Dell PC Restore by Symantec may not be available in when you can either repeat the steps using a different restore point, or you purchased the computer. If possible, back up all...
... only one restore point, then that restore point is unchecked. If two or more restore points are permanently deleted from the hard drive. Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec only as the last method to restore your operating system. Use Dell PC Restore by Symantec NOTICE: Using Dell PC Restore permanently deletes ...the operating state it was in certain countries nor on . PC Restore restores your computer. NOTE: Dell PC Restore by Symantec may not be available in when you can either repeat the steps using a different restore point, or you purchased the computer. If possible, back up all...
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... and let the computer completely reboot. 6 When prompted, click Yes. The computer restarts. Removing Dell PC Restore NOTICE: Removing Dell PC Restore from the hard drive permanently deletes the PC Restore utility from your computer, even to restore your computer. The restore process takes approximately 6-10 minutes to complete. 5 When prompted, click Finish to the computer as...
... and let the computer completely reboot. 6 When prompted, click Yes. The computer restarts. Removing Dell PC Restore NOTICE: Removing Dell PC Restore from the hard drive permanently deletes the PC Restore utility from your computer, even to restore your computer. The restore process takes approximately 6-10 minutes to complete. 5 When prompted, click Finish to the computer as...
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...driver. there is added to do not reinstall Windows XP unless a Dell technical support representative instructs you are considering reinstalling the Windows XP operating system to complete. See "Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore" on the region from where you ordered your hard drive. Reinstalling ...Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore to the operating state it was not found. After you reinstall the operating system, you need the following items: • Dell™ Operating System CD • Dell Drivers and Utilities CD NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities ...
...driver. there is added to do not reinstall Windows XP unless a Dell technical support representative instructs you are considering reinstalling the Windows XP operating system to complete. See "Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore" on the region from where you ordered your hard drive. Reinstalling ...Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore to the operating state it was not found. After you reinstall the operating system, you need the following items: • Dell™ Operating System CD • Dell Drivers and Utilities CD NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities ...
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... drives are installing a hard drive from sources other than Dell. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from a source other than Dell, you need to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on the new hard drive. See "Restoring Your Operating System" on page 102 and "Reinstalling Drivers and...
... drives are installing a hard drive from sources other than Dell. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from a source other than Dell, you need to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on the new hard drive. See "Restoring Your Operating System" on page 102 and "Reinstalling Drivers and...
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... "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the Product Information Guide. 3 Slide the hard drive out of the computer. 4 Remove the new drive from its packaging. See "Restoring Your Operating System" on page 100. To replace the hard drive in the hard drive bay: 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page...
... "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the Product Information Guide. 3 Slide the hard drive out of the computer. 4 Remove the new drive from its packaging. See "Restoring Your Operating System" on page 100. To replace the hard drive in the hard drive bay: 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page...
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When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the selected device. Appendix 165 3 Turn on page 109. 2 Disconnect any attached devices from the ... boot order is clean and any installed batteries. Do not use excessive pressure. • Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with water, and wipe it is restored. Do not use products specifically designed for cleaning displays, and follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. The computer boots to the...
When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the selected device. Appendix 165 3 Turn on page 109. 2 Disconnect any attached devices from the ... boot order is clean and any installed batteries. Do not use excessive pressure. • Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with water, and wipe it is restored. Do not use products specifically designed for cleaning displays, and follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. The computer boots to the...
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...and/or installed through CFI for purchase. Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. For stubborn dirt, try cleaning the discs. 1 Hold the disc by the standard Dell limited warranty for restoration of your limited warranty and any "Dell-installed" software and peripherals1. In addition ...to remove contaminants that accumulate during normal operation. Dell provides limited technical support for CDs are covered by...
...and/or installed through CFI for purchase. Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. For stubborn dirt, try cleaning the discs. 1 Hold the disc by the standard Dell limited warranty for restoration of your limited warranty and any "Dell-installed" software and peripherals1. In addition ...to remove contaminants that accumulate during normal operation. Dell provides limited technical support for CDs are covered by...
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heat sink - A metal plate on which the controller is automatically restored. A file that helps dissipate heat. When you restart the computer, the memory information that saves everything in memory to as Help in Microsoft Word. hypertext ...
heat sink - A metal plate on which the controller is automatically restored. A file that helps dissipate heat. When you restart the computer, the memory information that saves everything in memory to as Help in Microsoft Word. hypertext ...
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...operating system, 14 playing, 45 Check Disk, 84 cleaning touch pad, 165 coin-cell battery replacing, 124 computer crashes, 91 protecting, 78 restore to previous operating state, 103 slow performance, 85, 92 specifications, 155 stops responding, 91 conflicts software and hardware incompatibilities, 102 connecting audio device... tips, 47 how to, 46 copying DVDs general information, 46 helpful tips, 47 how to, 46 D Dell contacting, 133, 168 support policy, 167 support site, 13 Dell Diagnostics about, 79 starting from the Drivers and Utilities CD, 80 starting from your hard drive, 79 Index ...
...operating system, 14 playing, 45 Check Disk, 84 cleaning touch pad, 165 coin-cell battery replacing, 124 computer crashes, 91 protecting, 78 restore to previous operating state, 103 slow performance, 85, 92 specifications, 155 stops responding, 91 conflicts software and hardware incompatibilities, 102 connecting audio device... tips, 47 how to, 46 copying DVDs general information, 46 helpful tips, 47 how to, 46 D Dell contacting, 133, 168 support policy, 167 support site, 13 Dell Diagnostics about, 79 starting from the Drivers and Utilities CD, 80 starting from your hard drive, 79 Index ...
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... keyboard status lights description, 19 keypad numeric, 35 L labels Microsoft Windows, 12 Service Tag, 12 lost computer, 78 M media control buttons Dell MediaDirect button, 18, 49 description, 18 play/pause/Dell MediaDirect, 18 media memory cards blanks, 68 CardBus technology, 67 installing, 67 reader, 21 removing, 68 slots, 67 types, 67 memory... CD, 14 reinstalling, 14 reinstalling Windows XP, 103 optical drive description, 21 optical-drive-tray eject button description, 21 P passwords about, 77 forgetting, 78 PC Restore, 104 playing CDs, 45 playing DVDs, 45 Index 183
... keyboard status lights description, 19 keypad numeric, 35 L labels Microsoft Windows, 12 Service Tag, 12 lost computer, 78 M media control buttons Dell MediaDirect button, 18, 49 description, 18 play/pause/Dell MediaDirect, 18 media memory cards blanks, 68 CardBus technology, 67 installing, 67 reader, 21 removing, 68 slots, 67 types, 67 memory... CD, 14 reinstalling, 14 reinstalling Windows XP, 103 optical drive description, 21 optical-drive-tray eject button description, 21 P passwords about, 77 forgetting, 78 PC Restore, 104 playing CDs, 45 playing DVDs, 45 Index 183
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...83 CD-RW drive, 83 computer crashes, 91 computer does not start up, 91 computer stops responding, 91 conflicts, 102 Dell Diagnostics, 79 Dell MediaDirect, 92 drives, 83 DVD drive, 83 error messages, 85 hard drive, 84 IEEE 1394 connector, 89 keyboard, ...90 lockups, 91 network, 93 power, 94 power light conditions, 94 printer, 95 program crashes repeatedly, 91 program stops responding, 91 programs and Windows compatibility, 91 restore computer to previous operating state, 103 restore...
...83 CD-RW drive, 83 computer crashes, 91 computer does not start up, 91 computer stops responding, 91 conflicts, 102 Dell Diagnostics, 79 Dell MediaDirect, 92 drives, 83 DVD drive, 83 error messages, 85 hard drive, 84 IEEE 1394 connector, 89 keyboard, ...90 lockups, 91 network, 93 power, 94 power light conditions, 94 printer, 95 program crashes repeatedly, 91 program stops responding, 91 programs and Windows compatibility, 91 restore computer to previous operating state, 103 restore...
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stolen computer, 78 support contacting Dell, 133, 168 policy, 167 support website, 13 S-video TV-out connector description, 23 System Restore, 102-103 system setup program commonly used options, 164 screens, 163 viewing, 163 T taskbar QuickSet icon, 129 technical support policy...26 traveling with the computer by air, 132 identification tag, 131 packing, 131 tips, 132 troubleshooting conflicts, 102 Dell Diagnostics, 79 Hardware Troubleshooter, 102 Help and Support Center, 13 restore computer to previous operating state, 102-103 TV connecting, 50 U uninterruptible power supply. See UPS UPS, 30 ...
stolen computer, 78 support contacting Dell, 133, 168 policy, 167 support website, 13 S-video TV-out connector description, 23 System Restore, 102-103 system setup program commonly used options, 164 screens, 163 viewing, 163 T taskbar QuickSet icon, 129 technical support policy...26 traveling with the computer by air, 132 identification tag, 131 packing, 131 tips, 132 troubleshooting conflicts, 102 Dell Diagnostics, 79 Hardware Troubleshooter, 102 Help and Support Center, 13 restore computer to previous operating state, 102-103 TV connecting, 50 U uninterruptible power supply. See UPS UPS, 30 ...