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... or Audio Device 34 S-Video and Standard Audio 35 S-Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio 36 Composite Video and Standard Audio 38 Composite Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio 39 Changing Your Audio Settings 41 Enabling the Display Settings for a TV 41 5 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric Keypad 43 Key Combinations 44 System Functions 44 Battery 44 CD or DVD Tray 44 Display Functions 44 Radios (Including Wireless Networking and Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 44 Power Management 44 Speaker Functions 45 Microsoft® Windows...
... or Audio Device 34 S-Video and Standard Audio 35 S-Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio 36 Composite Video and Standard Audio 38 Composite Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio 39 Changing Your Audio Settings 41 Enabling the Display Settings for a TV 41 5 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric Keypad 43 Key Combinations 44 System Functions 44 Battery 44 CD or DVD Tray 44 Display Functions 44 Radios (Including Wireless Networking and Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 44 Power Management 44 Speaker Functions 45 Microsoft® Windows...
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... 47 Installing a PC Card 47 Removing a PC Card or Blank 48 7 Setting Up a Home and Office Network Connecting to a Network Adapter 51 Network Setup Wizard 52 Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network 52 Determining Your Network Type 52 Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft® Windows® XP . . . . . 53 8 Solving Problems Dell Diagnostics 55 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 55 Drive Problems 57 DVD drive problems 58 Hard drive problems 59 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 60 Error Messages 61 IEEE 1394 Device Problems 62 Keyboard Problems 62 External keyboard...
... 47 Installing a PC Card 47 Removing a PC Card or Blank 48 7 Setting Up a Home and Office Network Connecting to a Network Adapter 51 Network Setup Wizard 52 Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network 52 Determining Your Network Type 52 Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft® Windows® XP . . . . . 53 8 Solving Problems Dell Diagnostics 55 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 55 Drive Problems 57 DVD drive problems 58 Hard drive problems 59 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 60 Error Messages 61 IEEE 1394 Device Problems 62 Keyboard Problems 62 External keyboard...
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... installs the updates appropriate for your configuration. To download Notebook System Software: 1 Go to support.dell.com and click Downloads. 2 Enter your Service Tag or product model. 3 In the Download Category drop-down menu, click All. 4 Select the operating system and operating system language for your computer, and click Submit. 5 Under Select a Device, scroll to view the appropriate support site. • Community - If you should also reinstall the NSS utility...
... installs the updates appropriate for your configuration. To download Notebook System Software: 1 Go to support.dell.com and click Downloads. 2 Enter your Service Tag or product model. 3 In the Download Category drop-down menu, click All. 4 Select the operating system and operating system language for your computer, and click Submit. 5 Under Select a Device, scroll to view the appropriate support site. • Community - If you should also reinstall the NSS utility...
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... disable wireless networking, press . A Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled. To quickly enable or disable all wireless devices, press . 16 A Tour of your screen) and click Disable Bluetooth Radio. For more information, see the documentation that came with Bluetooth® wireless technology is enabled. NOTE: The card with your card. Turns on only if you ordered the card with Bluetooth wireless technology is an optional feature, so the light turns on when the scroll lock function is enabled...
... disable wireless networking, press . A Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled. To quickly enable or disable all wireless devices, press . 16 A Tour of your screen) and click Disable Bluetooth Radio. For more information, see the documentation that came with Bluetooth® wireless technology is enabled. NOTE: The card with your card. Turns on only if you ordered the card with Bluetooth wireless technology is an optional feature, so the light turns on when the scroll lock function is enabled...
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.... 24 Setting Up Your Computer If you purchased a printer cable at the same time you have a service outage. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 4 In the next window, click the appropriate option: • If you do you are having problems connecting to the Internet, see "E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems" on the screen to complete the setup. If you purchase a cable separately, ensure that came with a USB cable...
.... 24 Setting Up Your Computer If you purchased a printer cable at the same time you have a service outage. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 4 In the next window, click the appropriate option: • If you do you are having problems connecting to the Internet, see "E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems" on the screen to complete the setup. If you purchase a cable separately, ensure that came with a USB cable...
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... connect USB devices while the computer is turned on. 1 Complete the operating system setup if you have not already done so. 2 Attach the USB printer cable to protect against power fluctuations and failures: • Surge protectors • Line conditioners • Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) Setting Up Your Computer 25 See the documentation that came with your printer. If the Add New Hardware Wizard window...
... connect USB devices while the computer is turned on. 1 Complete the operating system setup if you have not already done so. 2 Attach the USB printer cable to protect against power fluctuations and failures: • Surge protectors • Line conditioners • Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) Setting Up Your Computer 25 See the documentation that came with your printer. If the Add New Hardware Wizard window...
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...; Using DVD+RW/DVD+R drives • Using wireless communications devices, PC Cards, or USB devices • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other computers with household waste. Depending on operating conditions. Operating time is significantly reduced when you connect your computer. NOTE: It is recommended that you perform operations including, but not limited to an electrical outlet. Using a Battery Battery Performance CAUTION: Before you when the battery charge is low. Battery operating time...
...; Using DVD+RW/DVD+R drives • Using wireless communications devices, PC Cards, or USB devices • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other computers with household waste. Depending on operating conditions. Operating time is significantly reduced when you connect your computer. NOTE: It is recommended that you perform operations including, but not limited to an electrical outlet. Using a Battery Battery Performance CAUTION: Before you when the battery charge is low. Battery operating time...
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... device for instructions. You can leave the battery in approximately 2 hours with a battery, see "Power Problems" on page 67. The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery from being used in your computer or being in the Dell Inspiron Help file. When you like. The battery is approximately 90 percent depleted. Disconnect the computer from the telephone wall jack. 1 Ensure that came with the computer turned...
... device for instructions. You can leave the battery in approximately 2 hours with a battery, see "Power Problems" on page 67. The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery from being used in your computer or being in the Dell Inspiron Help file. When you like. The battery is approximately 90 percent depleted. Disconnect the computer from the telephone wall jack. 1 Ensure that came with the computer turned...
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Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 43 To type a number or symbol, press and the desired key after enabling the keypad. • To enable the keypad, press . 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. Each key on the right of the keypad keys. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric Keypad numeric keypad The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on an external keyboard.
Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 43 To type a number or symbol, press and the desired key after enabling the keypad. • To enable the keypad, press . 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. Each key on the right of the keypad keys. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric Keypad numeric keypad The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on an external keyboard.
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... any error conditions encountered. E N S U R E T H A T M I C R O S O F T ® W I N D O W S ® R E C O G N I Z E S T H E D R I V E - Click the Start button and click My Computer. Solving Problems 57 Displays your antivirus software to your computer. If the floppy, CD, or DVD drive is defective. • Insert a bootable floppy disk or CD and restart the computer. Viruses can sometimes prevent Windows from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list...
... any error conditions encountered. E N S U R E T H A T M I C R O S O F T ® W I N D O W S ® R E C O G N I Z E S T H E D R I V E - Click the Start button and click My Computer. Solving Problems 57 Displays your antivirus software to your computer. If the floppy, CD, or DVD drive is defective. • Insert a bootable floppy disk or CD and restart the computer. Viruses can sometimes prevent Windows from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list...
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... your Internet service provider. Ensure that you are having problems connecting to the Internet, your program may require an upgrade) to an Internet provider. T H E F I L E B E I N G C O P I E D I S T O O L A R G E F O R T H E D E S T I N A T I O N D R I N - E X I T S O M E P R O G R A M S A N D T R Y A G A I V E - Close all windows and open the program that includes anti-spyware protection (your computer might be infected with spyware. If Work Offline has a checkmark next to it, click the checkmark to remove it and connect to support.dell.com and...
... your Internet service provider. Ensure that you are having problems connecting to the Internet, your program may require an upgrade) to an Internet provider. T H E F I L E B E I N G C O P I E D I S T O O L A R G E F O R T H E D E S T I N A T I O N D R I N - E X I T S O M E P R O G R A M S A N D T R Y A G A I V E - Close all windows and open the program that includes anti-spyware protection (your computer might be infected with spyware. If Work Offline has a checkmark next to it, click the checkmark to remove it and connect to support.dell.com and...
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.... Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to charge. Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances. Printer Problems CAUTION: Before you need technical assistance for setup and troubleshooting information. 68 Solving Problems If the battery status light flashes orange or is a steady orange, the battery charge is too hot to verify that the computer turns on page 108. If the battery temperature is working by...
.... Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to charge. Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances. Printer Problems CAUTION: Before you need technical assistance for setup and troubleshooting information. 68 Solving Problems If the battery status light flashes orange or is a steady orange, the battery charge is too hot to verify that the computer turns on page 108. If the battery temperature is working by...
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...readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR - 1 Shut down -arrow key. If your external speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the system has battery power or is at least 60 cm (2 ft) away from the computer or external monitor. Ensure that the subwoofer is plugged into an electrical outlet. E L I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I T O R - Solving Problems 73 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 C O M P U T E R O R M O N I N T E R F E R E N C E - ADJUST THE WINDOWS DISPLAY SETTINGS - 1 Click the Start button and then click Control Panel...
...readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR - 1 Shut down -arrow key. If your external speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the system has battery power or is at least 60 cm (2 ft) away from the computer or external monitor. Ensure that the subwoofer is plugged into an electrical outlet. E L I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I T O R - Solving Problems 73 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 C O M P U T E R O R M O N I N T E R F E R E N C E - ADJUST THE WINDOWS DISPLAY SETTINGS - 1 Click the Start button and then click Control Panel...
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... own set of your problem and, if necessary, update the driver. 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Under Pick a Category, click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 In the System Properties window, click the Hardware tab. 5 Click Device Manager. 6 Scroll down the list to reinstall the driver or install a new driver. You may need to the device name, you with a [!]) on the device icon. Each device has its driver recognizes. Reinstalling Drivers NOTICE: The Dell Support...
... own set of your problem and, if necessary, update the driver. 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Under Pick a Category, click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 In the System Properties window, click the Hardware tab. 5 Click Device Manager. 6 Scroll down the list to reinstall the driver or install a new driver. You may need to the device name, you with a [!]) on the device icon. Each device has its driver recognizes. Reinstalling Drivers NOTICE: The Dell Support...
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... location to your hard drive, click the Start button and right-click My Computer. 2 Click Properties. 3 Click the Hardware tab and click Device Manager. 4 Double-click the type of the appropriate driver appears, click Next. 10 Click Finish and restart your computer. See "Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore" on your computer after you installed the new driver. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore...
... location to your hard drive, click the Start button and right-click My Computer. 2 Click Properties. 3 Click the Hardware tab and click Device Manager. 4 Double-click the type of the appropriate driver appears, click Next. 10 Click Finish and restart your computer. See "Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore" on your computer after you installed the new driver. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore...
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... which you install a device driver, use Device Driver Rollback (see page 75) to resolve the problem. To access the Windows Help and Support Center, see and select restore points. Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State If problems occur after you to see "Windows Help and Support Center" on the hard drive. However, using System Restore. The Select a Restore Point screen provides a calendar that allows you received the computer. Dell PC Restore permanently...
... which you install a device driver, use Device Driver Rollback (see page 75) to resolve the problem. To access the Windows Help and Support Center, see and select restore points. Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State If problems occur after you to see "Windows Help and Support Center" on the hard drive. However, using System Restore. The Select a Restore Point screen provides a calendar that allows you received the computer. Dell PC Restore permanently...
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... to load any open files and exit any required drivers. The options can take 1 to 2 hours to correct a problem with your hard drive. there is available as administrator. NOTE: If you are considering reinstalling the Windows XP operating system to complete. Using the Operating System CD Before You Begin If you do not reinstall Windows XP unless a Dell technical support representative instructs you installed the new device driver.
... to load any open files and exit any required drivers. The options can take 1 to 2 hours to correct a problem with your hard drive. there is available as administrator. NOTE: If you are considering reinstalling the Windows XP operating system to complete. Using the Operating System CD Before You Begin If you do not reinstall Windows XP unless a Dell technical support representative instructs you installed the new device driver.
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code China (Xiamen) Country Code: 86 City Code: 592 Colombia Costa Rica Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Technical Support website: support.dell.com.cn Technical Support E-mail: cn_support@dell.com Customer Care E-mail: customer_cn@dell.com Technical Support Fax Technical Support (Dell™ Dimension™ and Inspiron) Technical Support (OptiPlex™, Latitude™, and Dell Precision...
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code China (Xiamen) Country Code: 86 City Code: 592 Colombia Costa Rica Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Technical Support website: support.dell.com.cn Technical Support E-mail: cn_support@dell.com Customer Care E-mail: customer_cn@dell.com Technical Support Fax Technical Support (Dell™ Dimension™ and Inspiron) Technical Support (OptiPlex™, Latitude™, and Dell Precision...
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... removing, 29 storing, 30 blanks PC Cards, 47 removing, 48 Bluetooth wireless technology device status light, 16 installing, 97 boot sequence, 106 C CardBus technology PC Cards, 47 CD drive problems, 58 CD-RW drive problems, 58 CDs using, 31 Check Disk, 59 coin-cell battery replacing, 94 computer crashes, 64-65 restore to previous state, 75-76 slow performance, 61, 65 specifications, 99 stops responding, 64 conflicts software and hardware incompatibilities, 80 connecting audio device...
... removing, 29 storing, 30 blanks PC Cards, 47 removing, 48 Bluetooth wireless technology device status light, 16 installing, 97 boot sequence, 106 C CardBus technology PC Cards, 47 CD drive problems, 58 CD-RW drive problems, 58 CDs using, 31 Check Disk, 59 coin-cell battery replacing, 94 computer crashes, 64-65 restore to previous state, 75-76 slow performance, 61, 65 specifications, 99 stops responding, 64 conflicts software and hardware incompatibilities, 80 connecting audio device...
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... removing, 48 slot, 47 types, 47 wireless network adapter, 47 PC Restore, 77 power line conditioners, 25 problems, 67 protection devices, 25 surge protectors, 25 UPS, 25 power light conditions indicated by, 67 printer cable, 24 connecting, 24 problems, 68 USB, 25 problems blue screen, 65 CD drive, 58 CD-RW drive, 58 computer crashes, 64-65 computer does not start up, 64 computer stops responding, 64 conflicts, 80 Dell Diagnostics, 55 drives, 57 DVD drive...
... removing, 48 slot, 47 types, 47 wireless network adapter, 47 PC Restore, 77 power line conditioners, 25 problems, 67 protection devices, 25 surge protectors, 25 UPS, 25 power light conditions indicated by, 67 printer cable, 24 connecting, 24 problems, 68 USB, 25 problems blue screen, 65 CD drive, 58 CD-RW drive, 58 computer crashes, 64-65 computer does not start up, 64 computer stops responding, 64 conflicts, 80 Dell Diagnostics, 55 drives, 57 DVD drive...