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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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... can be changed using the BIOS, using options provided by the operating system is a utility that serves as the amount of system memory. • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • Technical Support...
... can be changed using the BIOS, using options provided by the operating system is a utility that serves as the amount of system memory. • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • Technical Support...
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...Local Disk (C:) to confirm that less drive space has been allocated to electronic circuitry that is an electrical term that uses solid-state memory to continue, click Continue. 5 Type the following : vssadmin resize shadowstorage /On=C: /Maxsize=[the maximum space you will allow for .... 4 If a window appears asking permission to continue, click Continue. 5 Type the following : vssadmin list shadowstorage. 6 Press . Unlike flash-based memory cards, an SSD emulates a hard disk drive, thus easily replacing it in most applications. Solid-State Drive (SSD) A solid-state drive (SSD)...
...Local Disk (C:) to confirm that less drive space has been allocated to electronic circuitry that is an electrical term that uses solid-state memory to continue, click Continue. 5 Type the following : vssadmin resize shadowstorage /On=C: /Maxsize=[the maximum space you will allow for .... 4 If a window appears asking permission to continue, click Continue. 5 Type the following : vssadmin list shadowstorage. 6 Press . Unlike flash-based memory cards, an SSD emulates a hard disk drive, thus easily replacing it in most applications. Solid-State Drive (SSD) A solid-state drive (SSD)...
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...to disk, a power failure while on your hard disk. Because standby does not save your desktop state to save power but first saves everything in memory on standby can safely turn off , so that you want to use the computer for an extended time while working again. Hibernation is restored exactly...(typically within several days. Use shut down only when you must turn off the power to your computer, for example, when you want to add memory or you left it. Shutdown States Microsoft® Windows Vista® Sleep Shut Down Sleep is a state in which your computer shuts down to ...
...to disk, a power failure while on your hard disk. Because standby does not save your desktop state to save power but first saves everything in memory on standby can safely turn off , so that you want to use the computer for an extended time while working again. Hibernation is restored exactly...(typically within several days. Use shut down only when you must turn off the power to your computer, for example, when you want to add memory or you left it. Shutdown States Microsoft® Windows Vista® Sleep Shut Down Sleep is a state in which your computer shuts down to ...
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... their system's performance. 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. These settings can customize the color and intensity of the installed components may also create, save and apply customized LED...
... their system's performance. 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. These settings can customize the color and intensity of the installed components may also create, save and apply customized LED...
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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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... 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 how often the battery is used . For more information on preserving the battery life of a battery... the taskbar. The life of 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...
... 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 how often the battery is used . For more information on preserving the battery life of a battery... the taskbar. The life of 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...
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... to Enable Tabbed Browsing. 4 Click to zoom in the same browsing window. Hold the key down while pressing the minus (-) key to keep information in memory) and/or reduce the number of all the tabs that are open. This option provides a visual display of days to zoom out. Increasing Computer Speed...
... to Enable Tabbed Browsing. 4 Click to zoom in the same browsing window. Hold the key down while pressing the minus (-) key to keep information in memory) and/or reduce the number of all the tabs that are open. This option provides a visual display of days to zoom out. Increasing Computer Speed...
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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 keep information in temporary file space. Deleting the browser history can sometimes create security risks or even...
... 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 keep information in temporary file space. Deleting the browser history can sometimes create security risks or even...
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...your computer include: Tool Power lights Diagnostic lights for desktop computers Diagnostic lights for laptop computers System messages Windows Hardware Troubleshooter Dell Diagnostics Function The power button light illuminates and blinks or remains solid to indicate different power states, such as power, no...in the System Messages list or in a certain sequence to indicate status and problems. See your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc. Troubleshooting Tools Some of your Service Manual for information about diagnostic and status lights. Some desktop computers have...
...your computer include: Tool Power lights Diagnostic lights for desktop computers Diagnostic lights for laptop computers System messages Windows Hardware Troubleshooter Dell Diagnostics Function The power button light illuminates and blinks or remains solid to indicate different power states, such as power, no...in the System Messages list or in a certain sequence to indicate status and problems. See your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc. Troubleshooting Tools Some of your Service Manual for information about diagnostic and status lights. Some desktop computers have...
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... that the voltage selection switch is set to the system board (see the documentation shipped with your location, if applicable. - Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the Service Manual for your computer). • If the power light is securely connected to match the AC power at your computer). •...
... that the voltage selection switch is set to the system board (see the documentation shipped with your location, if applicable. - Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the Service Manual for your computer). • If the power light is securely connected to match the AC power at your computer). •...
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...O A R D F A I V E P R O B L E M . - Keyboard failure or keyboard cable loose (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337 for External Keyboards" on the system board might be enabled or disabled in the drive. • If the hard drive is in... cables are connected and that was running when the message appeared. AUXILIARY DEVICE FAILURE VERIFY THAT MOUSE AND KEYBOARD ARE SECURELY ATTACHED TO CORRECT CONNECTORS. MEMORY ADDRESS LINE FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING 276 Troubleshooting K E Y B O A R D F A I L A B L E - N O T I M E R T I C K I L U R E - G A T E A 2 0 F A I N...
...O A R D F A I V E P R O B L E M . - Keyboard failure or keyboard cable loose (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337 for External Keyboards" on the system board might be enabled or disabled in the drive. • If the hard drive is in... cables are connected and that was running when the message appeared. AUXILIARY DEVICE FAILURE VERIFY THAT MOUSE AND KEYBOARD ARE SECURELY ATTACHED TO CORRECT CONNECTORS. MEMORY ADDRESS LINE FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING 276 Troubleshooting K E Y B O A R D F A I L A B L E - N O T I M E R T I C K I L U R E - G A T E A 2 0 F A I N...
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...MEMORY WRITE/READ FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - M E M O R Y S I Z E I N C M O S I N V A L I N T E R R U P T - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 308). POWER WARNING MESSAGES HAVE BEEN DISABLED. Enter the system setup program and correct the date or time (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 292. Run the Dell...UTILITY TO E N A B L E T H E S E M E S S A G E S . - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292. MEMORY DOUBLE WORD LOGIC FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - R T C M O D E F I X E D - See "...
...MEMORY WRITE/READ FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - M E M O R Y S I Z E I N C M O S I N V A L I N T E R R U P T - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 308). POWER WARNING MESSAGES HAVE BEEN DISABLED. Enter the system setup program and correct the date or time (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 292. Run the Dell...UTILITY TO E N A B L E T H E S E M E S S A G E S . - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292. MEMORY DOUBLE WORD LOGIC FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - R T C M O D E F I X E D - See "...
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... adapter type of 130-W or greater applies to laptop computers that the memory you are using is supported by your computer (see "Contacting Dell" on page 308). THE AMOUNT OF SYSTEM MEMORY HAS CHANGED. Enter the system setup program and correct the date or ... F1 KEY TO SHUTDOWN. IF YOU DID NOT CHANGE YOUR MEMORY... U N S U P P O R T E D M E M O R Y. S T R I K E T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - Enter the system setup program and correct the date or time (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 281). Run the Dell Diagnostics (see your computer). Connect a 130-W or greater ...
... adapter type of 130-W or greater applies to laptop computers that the memory you are using is supported by your computer (see "Contacting Dell" on page 308). THE AMOUNT OF SYSTEM MEMORY HAS CHANGED. Enter the system setup program and correct the date or ... F1 KEY TO SHUTDOWN. IF YOU DID NOT CHANGE YOUR MEMORY... U N S U P P O R T E D M E M O R Y. S T R I K E T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - Enter the system setup program and correct the date or time (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 281). Run the Dell Diagnostics (see your computer). Connect a 130-W or greater ...
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...Main Menu appears, select the test you see "Contacting Dell" on page 337. 1 Ensure that the computer is connected to an electrical outlet that is known to be working properly. 2 Turn on (or restart) your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on page 337. NOTE:... If you see "Contacting Dell" on . • Answer any key to run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. Press any key to wait until you ...
...Main Menu appears, select the test you see "Contacting Dell" on page 337. 1 Ensure that the computer is connected to an electrical outlet that is known to be working properly. 2 Turn on (or restart) your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on page 337. NOTE:... If you see "Contacting Dell" on . • Answer any key to run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. Press any key to wait until you ...
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... the tests to run a test from the Custom Test or Symptom Tree option, click the applicable tab described in the system. If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your Service Tag. 4 If you have selected the Test System option from the menu below to be run a ...the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for more information. 284 Troubleshooting This typically can take an hour or more thorough check of devices in the following menu appears: NOTE: It is located at the top of devices in the system. Option Test Memory ...
... the tests to run a test from the Custom Test or Symptom Tree option, click the applicable tab described in the system. If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your Service Tag. 4 If you have selected the Test System option from the menu below to be run a ...the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for more information. 284 Troubleshooting This typically can take an hour or more thorough check of devices in the following menu appears: NOTE: It is located at the top of devices in the system. Option Test Memory ...
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Describes the test and may not display the names of all the components installed on the taskbar or from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of the test and ... Number, PC Model Number, Express Service Code, your computer. Tab Results Errors Help Configuration Parameters Function Displays the results of the screen. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for running the test. Displays your computer such as drivers and downloads, training, tutorials, and Knowledge Base articles. Allows...
Describes the test and may not display the names of all the components installed on the taskbar or from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of the test and ... Number, PC Model Number, Express Service Code, your computer. Tab Results Errors Help Configuration Parameters Function Displays the results of the screen. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for running the test. Displays your computer such as drivers and downloads, training, tutorials, and Knowledge Base articles. Allows...
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... program that you want to use first. O P E R A T I B L E . Insert a disk into the drive and try again. Contact Dell (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. is missing an essential file. d r i v e l e t t e r : \ I S N O T A C C E S S I N G S YS T E M N O T F O U N D - NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. If so, run the program that you want to use . Troubleshooting 291 For additional safety...
... program that you want to use first. O P E R A T I B L E . Insert a disk into the drive and try again. Contact Dell (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. is missing an essential file. d r i v e l e t t e r : \ I S N O T A C C E S S I N G S YS T E M N O T F O U N D - NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. If so, run the program that you want to use . Troubleshooting 291 For additional safety...
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.... 294 Troubleshooting IF YOU RECEIVE AN INSUFFICIENT MEMORY MESSAGE - • Save and close any open programs you are unable to get a response by pressing a key 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 - See "Contacting Dell" on your computer. • Ensure that... OR PROGRAMS AND SHUT DOWN YOUR COMPUTER THROUGH THE START MENU Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you are not using to run the software. See the software documentation for at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Other Software Problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT...
.... 294 Troubleshooting IF YOU RECEIVE AN INSUFFICIENT MEMORY MESSAGE - • Save and close any open programs you are unable to get a response by pressing a key 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 - See "Contacting Dell" on your computer. • Ensure that... OR PROGRAMS AND SHUT DOWN YOUR COMPUTER THROUGH THE START MENU Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you are not using to run the software. See the software documentation for at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Other Software Problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT...
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...connected as shown on the setup diagram. 4 Turn on the computer. Mouse Problems CAUTION: Before you are following the memory installation guidelines (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 281). • See the software documentation for bent or broken pins. For additional safety best ...practices information, see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 281). Connect a properly working mouse to the computer. • Verify that the memory you begin any mouse extension cables, and connect the mouse directly to the computer...
...connected as shown on the setup diagram. 4 Turn on the computer. Mouse Problems CAUTION: Before you are following the memory installation guidelines (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 281). • See the software documentation for bent or broken pins. For additional safety best ...practices information, see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 281). Connect a properly working mouse to the computer. • Verify that the memory you begin any mouse extension cables, and connect the mouse directly to the computer...