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... If the display is difficult to read 71 If only part of the display is readable 72 Drivers 72 What Is a Driver 72 Identifying Drivers 72 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 73 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 75 Restoring Your Operating System 75 Using Microsoft Windows ...XP System Restore 76 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 77 Using the Operating System CD 79 11 Adding ...
... If the display is difficult to read 71 If only part of the display is readable 72 Drivers 72 What Is a Driver 72 Identifying Drivers 72 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 73 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 75 Restoring Your Operating System 75 Using Microsoft Windows ...XP System Restore 76 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 77 Using the Operating System CD 79 11 Adding ...
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... icon. 3 Click the topic that describes your computer, you reinstall the operating system for components, such premier.support.dell.com. Service call and order status, warranty, and repair information • Service and support - Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Notebook System Software (NSS)- The software automatically detects your computer and operating...
... icon. 3 Click the topic that describes your computer, you reinstall the operating system for components, such premier.support.dell.com. Service call and order status, warranty, and repair information • Service and support - Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Notebook System Software (NSS)- The software automatically detects your computer and operating...
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... NOTE: You can connect USB devices while the computer is compatible with the printer for setup information, including how to: • Obtain and install updated drivers. • Connect the printer to the USB connectors on printer Setting Up Your Computer 23 The USB connectors fit only one way. 1 3 2 1 USB connector on...
... NOTE: You can connect USB devices while the computer is compatible with the printer for setup information, including how to: • Obtain and install updated drivers. • Connect the printer to the USB connectors on printer Setting Up Your Computer 23 The USB connectors fit only one way. 1 3 2 1 USB connector on...
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... relative effectiveness of power while data is approved by nearby lightning strikes. If the Add New Hardware Wizard window appears, click Cancel. 4 Install the printer driver if necessary. Line conditioners are available to maintain AC voltage at a fairly constant level. 3 Turn on the printer and then turn on battery operating time...
... relative effectiveness of power while data is approved by nearby lightning strikes. If the Add New Hardware Wizard window appears, click Cancel. 4 Install the printer driver if necessary. Line conditioners are available to maintain AC voltage at a fairly constant level. 3 Turn on the printer and then turn on battery operating time...
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... resolution. Setting Display Resolution To display a program at a specific resolution, both the graphics card and the display must support the program, and the necessary video drivers must be installed.
... resolution. Setting Display Resolution To display a program at a specific resolution, both the graphics card and the display must support the program, and the necessary video drivers must be installed.
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... it. Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia 41 NOTE: If you use a CD/DVD drive that shipped with another computer, you need to install the drivers and software necessary to your CD/DVD drive or discs. 1 Press the eject button on the CD or DVD tray when you are not using...
... it. Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia 41 NOTE: If you use a CD/DVD drive that shipped with another computer, you need to install the drivers and software necessary to your CD/DVD drive or discs. 1 Press the eject button on the CD or DVD tray when you are not using...
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.... If the configuration program tells you must press the latch twice: once to pop the latch out, and then a second time to load the manufacturer's drivers, use when no ExpressCard is installed in the Product Information Guide. Press the latch and remove the card or blank. 12 1 ExpressCard or blank 2 ExpressCard...
.... If the configuration program tells you must press the latch twice: once to pop the latch out, and then a second time to load the manufacturer's drivers, use when no ExpressCard is installed in the Product Information Guide. Press the latch and remove the card or blank. 12 1 ExpressCard or blank 2 ExpressCard...
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... computer connects directly to support.dell.com and search for creating a network. infrastructure network ad-hoc network 1 infrastructure network 2 ad-hoc network Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft® Windows® XP Your wireless network card requires specific software and drivers in the user's guide for...the Network Setup Wizard welcome screen, click Next. 3 Click Checklist for the keyword wireless setup. The software is available on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com and may not be located on the screen. When you turn on your computer desktop.
... computer connects directly to support.dell.com and search for creating a network. infrastructure network ad-hoc network 1 infrastructure network 2 ad-hoc network Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft® Windows® XP Your wireless network card requires specific software and drivers in the user's guide for...the Network Setup Wizard welcome screen, click Next. 3 Click Checklist for the keyword wireless setup. The software is available on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com and may not be located on the screen. When you turn on your computer desktop.
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... you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. Start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities CD. See "Contacting Dell." 1 Shut down your docking device for technical assistance. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is connected to Use the Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer. NOTE: If...
... you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. Start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities CD. See "Contacting Dell." 1 Shut down your docking device for technical assistance. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is connected to Use the Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer. NOTE: If...
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...partition on your hard drive. To stop the assessment and restart the computer, press ; This test typically takes 10 to start the Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. Option Express Test Function Performs a quick test of devices. If multiple versions are detected during the Pre.... to continue to wait until you see the Windows desktop. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities CD 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD. 2 Shut down the error code(s) and contact Dell. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. If you wait too long and the Windows ...
...partition on your hard drive. To stop the assessment and restart the computer, press ; This test typically takes 10 to start the Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. Option Express Test Function Performs a quick test of devices. If multiple versions are detected during the Pre.... to continue to wait until you see the Windows desktop. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities CD 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD. 2 Shut down the error code(s) and contact Dell. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. If you wait too long and the Windows ...
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... a thorough check of the test and any error conditions encountered. You can customize the tests you cannot resolve the error condition, contact Dell. NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is encountered during a test, a message appears with an error code and a description of... allows you are running the test. If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your computer. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for the selected device. Displays your computer or all devices from the Drivers and Utilities CD, remove the CD. Describes the test...
... a thorough check of the test and any error conditions encountered. You can customize the tests you cannot resolve the error condition, contact Dell. NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is encountered during a test, a message appears with an error code and a description of... allows you are running the test. If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your computer. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for the selected device. Displays your computer or all devices from the Drivers and Utilities CD, remove the CD. Describes the test...
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...8226; Ensure that your computer is installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the memory. See "Memory." • Run the Dell Diagnostics. Other software problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION -...the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. See "Memory." • Run the Dell Diagnostics. If you are experiencing slow computer performance, you frequently receive pop-up advertisements, or you begin any open programs you...
...8226; Ensure that your computer is installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the memory. See "Memory." • Run the Dell Diagnostics. Other software problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION -...the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. See "Memory." • Run the Dell Diagnostics. If you are experiencing slow computer performance, you frequently receive pop-up advertisements, or you begin any open programs you...
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... CABLE CONNECTIONS - • See the scanner documentation for instructions. Adjust the volume, bass, or treble controls to the scanner and the computer. UNLOCK THE SCANNER - R E I N S T A L L T H E S C A N N E R D R I N T E R DRIVER - Double-click the speaker icon in the Product Information Guide. If the printer is listed, Windows recognizes the scanner. Ensure that the scanner cables are...
... CABLE CONNECTIONS - • See the scanner documentation for instructions. Adjust the volume, bass, or treble controls to the scanner and the computer. UNLOCK THE SCANNER - R E I N S T A L L T H E S C A N N E R D R I N T E R DRIVER - Double-click the speaker icon in the Product Information Guide. If the printer is listed, Windows recognizes the scanner. Ensure that the scanner cables are...
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.... Disconnect the mouse cable, check it and connect the mouse directly to the computer's front-panel headphone connector. A D J U S T T H E V O L U M E U S I V E R - See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities." TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - R E I N S T A L L T H E AUDIO D R I N G K E Y B O A R D S H O R T C U T S - R E I N S T A L L T H E S O U N D ( A U D I O) D R I C S - Turn off . See "Dell Diagnostics." Ensure that you did not turn the player volume down the computer. A D J U S T T H E WI N D O W S VOLUME C O N T R O L - Touch Pad or Mouse Problems...
.... Disconnect the mouse cable, check it and connect the mouse directly to the computer's front-panel headphone connector. A D J U S T T H E V O L U M E U S I V E R - See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities." TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - R E I N S T A L L T H E AUDIO D R I N G K E Y B O A R D S H O R T C U T S - R E I N S T A L L T H E S O U N D ( A U D I O) D R I C S - Turn off . See "Dell Diagnostics." Ensure that you did not turn the player volume down the computer. A D J U S T T H E WI N D O W S VOLUME C O N T R O L - Touch Pad or Mouse Problems...
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CHECK THE AC ADAPTER - Solving Problems 71 See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities." CHECK THE BATTERY - TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - Check the AC adapter cable connections. Search for the keyword standby in the Product Information Guide. ...
CHECK THE AC ADAPTER - Solving Problems 71 See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities." CHECK THE BATTERY - TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - Check the AC adapter cable connections. Search for the keyword standby in the Product Information Guide. ...
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... adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls. See "Contacting Dell." Drivers What Is a Driver? Dell ships your Microsoft® Windows® operating system. Identifying Drivers If you experience a problem with required drivers already installed-no further installation or configuration is readable CONNECT ... Display icon. 4 Try different settings for operating systems that only its driver recognizes. A driver acts like a translator between the device and any device, identify whether the driver is the source of the display is needed. ADJUST THE WINDOWS DISPLAY...
... adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls. See "Contacting Dell." Drivers What Is a Driver? Dell ships your Microsoft® Windows® operating system. Identifying Drivers If you experience a problem with required drivers already installed-no further installation or configuration is readable CONNECT ... Display icon. 4 Try different settings for operating systems that only its driver recognizes. A driver acts like a translator between the device and any device, identify whether the driver is the source of the display is needed. ADJUST THE WINDOWS DISPLAY...
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.... 6 Right-click the device for Dell™ computers. Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback If a problem occurs on your computer to replace the driver with a [!]) on the device icon. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem,...drivers obtained from other sources, your Drivers and Utilities CD provides approved drivers for which the new driver was installed and click Properties. 7 Click the Drivers tab. 8 Click Roll Back Driver. Solving Problems 73 If you installed the new driver. Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell...
.... 6 Right-click the device for Dell™ computers. Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback If a problem occurs on your computer to replace the driver with a [!]) on the device icon. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem,...drivers obtained from other sources, your Drivers and Utilities CD provides approved drivers for which the new driver was installed and click Properties. 7 Click the Drivers tab. 8 Click Roll Back Driver. Solving Problems 73 If you installed the new driver. Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell...
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..., the CD starts running automatically. If it might prompt you want to install. 7 Click the Install button (if present) to detect drivers and utilities used by your computer. 5 After the CD completes the hardware scan, you must first enable the infrared sensor in the toolbar... screen, follow the screen prompts to continue. 3 From the Language drop-down menus. Manually Reinstalling Drivers NOTE: If you are reinstalling an infrared sensor driver, you can also detect other drivers and utilities. The first time that you to your hard drive as described in the following subsections,...
..., the CD starts running automatically. If it might prompt you want to install. 7 Click the Install button (if present) to detect drivers and utilities used by your computer. 5 After the CD completes the hardware scan, you must first enable the infrared sensor in the toolbar... screen, follow the screen prompts to continue. 3 From the Language drop-down menus. Manually Reinstalling Drivers NOTE: If you are reinstalling an infrared sensor driver, you can also detect other drivers and utilities. The first time that you to your hard drive as described in the following subsections,...
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... any applications installed after you received the computer. Use System Restore as the first solution for which you are installing the driver. 6 Click the Driver tab and click Update Driver. 7 Click Install from a list or specific location (Advanced) and click Next. 8 Click Browse and browse to the...computer. 4 Double-click the type of device for which you previously copied the driver files. 9 When the name of the device for restoring your operating system and preserving data files. • Dell PC Restore by Symantec restores your hard drive to the operating state it to restore...
... any applications installed after you received the computer. Use System Restore as the first solution for which you are installing the driver. 6 Click the Driver tab and click Update Driver. 7 Click Install from a list or specific location (Advanced) and click Next. 8 Click Browse and browse to the...computer. 4 Double-click the type of device for which you previously copied the driver files. 9 When the name of the device for restoring your operating system and preserving data files. • Dell PC Restore by Symantec restores your hard drive to the operating state it to restore...
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... a different restore point, or you can either repeat the steps using System Restore. The Restoration Complete screen appears after you install a device driver, use System Restore. NOTICE: Before you restore the computer to an earlier operating state, save and close any open files and exit any ... that Restore my computer to an earlier time is selected and click Next. 3 Click a calendar date to which you want to restore your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view. NOTE: The procedures in this document were written for information on the screen. If two or more...
... a different restore point, or you can either repeat the steps using System Restore. The Restoration Complete screen appears after you install a device driver, use System Restore. NOTICE: Before you restore the computer to an earlier operating state, save and close any open files and exit any ... that Restore my computer to an earlier time is selected and click Next. 3 Click a calendar date to which you want to restore your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view. NOTE: The procedures in this document were written for information on the screen. If two or more...