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... and Deleting Program Shortcuts on the Desktop 37 Shortcut Menus 38 Changing the Desktop Appearance 39 Windows Vista 39 Windows® XP 40 Setting up a Screen Saver 41 Windows Vista 41 Windows XP 41 Start Button (Menu 42 Overview 42 Customizing the Start Menu 43 Control Panel 44 Accessing and Using... the Control Panel 45 Customizing Your Computer Settings 45 Managing Your Computer Performance 45 3 Monitors and Displays 47 Cleaning Your Computer's Display Screen 47 Adjusting the Resolution of Your Display 48 Windows Vista 49 4 Contents
... and Deleting Program Shortcuts on the Desktop 37 Shortcut Menus 38 Changing the Desktop Appearance 39 Windows Vista 39 Windows® XP 40 Setting up a Screen Saver 41 Windows Vista 41 Windows XP 41 Start Button (Menu 42 Overview 42 Customizing the Start Menu 43 Control Panel 44 Accessing and Using... the Control Panel 45 Customizing Your Computer Settings 45 Managing Your Computer Performance 45 3 Monitors and Displays 47 Cleaning Your Computer's Display Screen 47 Adjusting the Resolution of Your Display 48 Windows Vista 49 4 Contents
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... Ending a Process That is not Responding . . . . 103 Docking and Undocking Your Laptop Computer. . . . 104 Undocking Your Computer While it Stops Responding and Displays a Solid Blue Screen 106 Starting Your Computer in Safe Mode 107 Restarting Your Computer After a Power Loss . . . . 108 8 Files and Folders 109 Navigating to Shut Down Normally 105...
... Ending a Process That is not Responding . . . . 103 Docking and Undocking Your Laptop Computer. . . . 104 Undocking Your Computer While it Stops Responding and Displays a Solid Blue Screen 106 Starting Your Computer in Safe Mode 107 Restarting Your Computer After a Power Loss . . . . 108 8 Files and Folders 109 Navigating to Shut Down Normally 105...
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Dell Support Center 285 Solving Problems 287 Battery Problems 287 Drive Problems 287 Optical Drive Problems 288 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems . . . . . 289 Error Messages 290 ... 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 Setup 307 Viewing System Settings With the System Setup Program 307 Entering the System Setup Program 308 Working With...
Dell Support Center 285 Solving Problems 287 Battery Problems 287 Drive Problems 287 Optical Drive Problems 288 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems . . . . . 289 Error Messages 290 ... 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 Setup 307 Viewing System Settings With the System Setup Program 307 Entering the System Setup Program 308 Working With...
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... click the arrow or the magnifying glass. 4 Click the topic that describes your question. 5 Follow the instructions on your computer and devices installed on the screen. 24 Finding Information
... click the arrow or the magnifying glass. 4 Click the topic that describes your question. 5 Follow the instructions on your computer and devices installed on the screen. 24 Finding Information
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Microsoft Windows Desktop 33 Microsoft Windows Desktop desktop shortcut icons Start button taskbar notification area Overview The Microsoft® Windows® desktop is usually located at the bottom of the desktop include a background, icons, shortcuts, and a taskbar that is the display screen area that appears after the Windows operating system starts up. The components of the screen.
Microsoft Windows Desktop 33 Microsoft Windows Desktop desktop shortcut icons Start button taskbar notification area Overview The Microsoft® Windows® desktop is usually located at the bottom of the desktop include a background, icons, shortcuts, and a taskbar that is the display screen area that appears after the Windows operating system starts up. The components of the screen.
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..., you open area of the taskbar. 2 Click Properties. Displaying Hidden Icons From the Notification Area The Notification area includes icons for quick program access. The screen defaults to open the Taskbar and Start Menu Properties window. 3 On the Taskbar tab, select Keep the taskbar on an open area of the taskbar...
..., you open area of the taskbar. 2 Click Properties. Displaying Hidden Icons From the Notification Area The Notification area includes icons for quick program access. The screen defaults to open the Taskbar and Start Menu Properties window. 3 On the Taskbar tab, select Keep the taskbar on an open area of the taskbar...
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... available options and follow the instructions provided. You can personalize the appearance of your computer's desktop theme, resolution, screen saver, icon size and appearance, and monitor settings from the Display Properties Menu screen. Changing the Desktop Appearance Start button Control Panel Display Properties window You can manage your desktop by changing various...
... available options and follow the instructions provided. You can personalize the appearance of your computer's desktop theme, resolution, screen saver, icon size and appearance, and monitor settings from the Display Properties Menu screen. Changing the Desktop Appearance Start button Control Panel Display Properties window You can manage your desktop by changing various...
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... activates, you may need to log-in again to access your computer is left inactive for your computer to select a new screen saver. 4 Adjust the length of inactive time and select a personal graphic. Microsoft Windows Desktop 41 You can set the length of time... for a specified time. The Personalize appearance and sounds window appears. 3 Click Screen Saver to remain inactive before the screen saver appears. 5 Click OK. Windows XP 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. The Display Properties window...
... activates, you may need to log-in again to access your computer is left inactive for your computer to select a new screen saver. 4 Adjust the length of inactive time and select a personal graphic. Microsoft Windows Desktop 41 You can set the length of time... for a specified time. The Personalize appearance and sounds window appears. 3 Click Screen Saver to remain inactive before the screen saver appears. 5 Click OK. Windows XP 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. The Display Properties window...
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4 Select the length of time for your computer's performance • Windows Help and Support 42 Microsoft Windows Desktop Start Button (Menu) Overview The Start button opens the Start menu, which provides access to: • Control Panel • Programs • Files • Computer settings • Tools that monitor your computer to access your computer. NOTE: After the screen saver activates, you may need to log-in to remain inactive before the screen saver appears. 5 Click OK.
4 Select the length of time for your computer's performance • Windows Help and Support 42 Microsoft Windows Desktop Start Button (Menu) Overview The Start button opens the Start menu, which provides access to: • Control Panel • Programs • Files • Computer settings • Tools that monitor your computer to access your computer. NOTE: After the screen saver activates, you may need to log-in to remain inactive before the screen saver appears. 5 Click OK.
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... over each item to display the pop-up printers and other devices • Perform maintenance to help you can customize appears in the Control Panel screen.
... over each item to display the pop-up printers and other devices • Perform maintenance to help you can customize appears in the Control Panel screen.
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... the documentation for a laptop computer, wipe the screen with a soft cloth dampened with either water or an LCD cleaner. Also see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices information, see the safety information that shipped with ...your computer. CAUTION: Do not wipe the computer's display screen with any soap or solution not designed for ...
... the documentation for a laptop computer, wipe the screen with a soft cloth dampened with either water or an LCD cleaner. Also see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices information, see the safety information that shipped with ...your computer. CAUTION: Do not wipe the computer's display screen with any soap or solution not designed for ...
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NOTE: Use only the Dell recommended video drivers, which are designed to them if needed. As you can change back to offer the best performance with your display. Also, see "... the clarity of the current settings so you decrease resolution, text and images appear larger. As you increase the resolution, items appear smaller on your Dell-installed operating system. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about display resolution, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 48...
NOTE: Use only the Dell recommended video drivers, which are designed to them if needed. As you can change back to offer the best performance with your display. Also, see "... the clarity of the current settings so you decrease resolution, text and images appear larger. As you increase the resolution, items appear smaller on your Dell-installed operating system. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about display resolution, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 48...
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... window appears. 3 Click Display Settings. 4 In the Display Settings window under Resolution, move the slide bar to the left or right to decrease/increase the screen resolution. 5 Click Apply to set resolution HINT: To display a program at a specific resolution, both the video card and the display must support the resolution, and...
... window appears. 3 Click Display Settings. 4 In the Display Settings window under Resolution, move the slide bar to the left or right to decrease/increase the screen resolution. 5 Click Apply to set resolution HINT: To display a program at a specific resolution, both the video card and the display must support the resolution, and...
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... are set the monitor to check if the selected resolution is higher than the display supported by your computer based on the monitor or display screen. Access the Display Properties window from the current settings to one not supported by your monitor can probably support lower resolutions, the display quality will... external LCD monitor in the drop-down menu. 50 Monitors and Displays If you cannot determine the native resolution, set for this information. 4 Under the Screen resolution section, move the slide bar to the left or right to decrease/increase the...
... are set the monitor to check if the selected resolution is higher than the display supported by your computer based on the monitor or display screen. Access the Display Properties window from the current settings to one not supported by your monitor can probably support lower resolutions, the display quality will... external LCD monitor in the drop-down menu. 50 Monitors and Displays If you cannot determine the native resolution, set for this information. 4 Under the Screen resolution section, move the slide bar to the left or right to decrease/increase the...
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... tab. 4 Select the external LCD monitor in the Display drop-down menu. 5 Under the Screen resolution section, move the Resolution slider bar to the left or right to select a screen resolution that matches the native resolution of the external LCD monitor. 6 Click OK. click and drag... monitor icons to improve productivity by moving items from one monitor to select a screen resolution that matches the native resolution of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. Setting the Display for Multiple Monitors Multiple monitors can then work...
... tab. 4 Select the external LCD monitor in the Display drop-down menu. 5 Under the Screen resolution section, move the Resolution slider bar to the left or right to select a screen resolution that matches the native resolution of the external LCD monitor. 6 Click OK. click and drag... monitor icons to improve productivity by moving items from one monitor to select a screen resolution that matches the native resolution of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. Setting the Display for Multiple Monitors Multiple monitors can then work...
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allows you to set the primary monitor. • Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor - allows you to drag items across your screen onto alternate monitors. 6 Click OK. allows you to match the physical arrangement of your need : • This is my main Monitor - Windows ...4 Drag the monitor icons to drag items across your need : • Use this monitor - See Windows Help and Support for information on your screen onto alternate monitors. 6 Click OK. 52 Monitors and Displays Windows XP 1 Right-click an open area of the following check boxes depending on your ...
allows you to set the primary monitor. • Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor - allows you to drag items across your screen onto alternate monitors. 6 Click OK. allows you to match the physical arrangement of your need : • This is my main Monitor - Windows ...4 Drag the monitor icons to drag items across your need : • Use this monitor - See Windows Help and Support for information on your screen onto alternate monitors. 6 Click OK. 52 Monitors and Displays Windows XP 1 Right-click an open area of the following check boxes depending on your ...
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... and Sound→ Mouse. 2 On the Button tab in the Mouse Properties window, use the slide bar to scroll through pages or windows on the screen. To scroll down, roll the wheel backward (toward you ). Mouse left button right button scroll wheel A mouse typically consists of two buttons and a ...scroll wheel. • Use the left and right buttons to select or click items on the screen. • Use the scroll wheel to select the speed that feels right for you . 3 Click OK. Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Control ...
... and Sound→ Mouse. 2 On the Button tab in the Mouse Properties window, use the slide bar to scroll through pages or windows on the screen. To scroll down, roll the wheel backward (toward you ). Mouse left button right button scroll wheel A mouse typically consists of two buttons and a ...scroll wheel. • Use the left and right buttons to select or click items on the screen. • Use the scroll wheel to select the speed that feels right for you . 3 Click OK. Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Control ...
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... solution. 2 Turn the retainer ring on the underside of your mouse counterclockwise, and then remove the ball. 3 Wipe the ball with each notch on your screen cursor (mouse pointer) skips or moves abnormally, clean the mouse. Navigation Devices (Mouse, Keyboard, Touch Pad) 59 Cleaning a Non-Optical Mouse If your mouse operates...→ Mouse. 2 On the Wheel tab in the Mouse Properties window, set the options for how the scroll wheel on the wheel, or click One screen at a time. 3 Click OK.
... solution. 2 Turn the retainer ring on the underside of your mouse counterclockwise, and then remove the ball. 3 Wipe the ball with each notch on your screen cursor (mouse pointer) skips or moves abnormally, clean the mouse. Navigation Devices (Mouse, Keyboard, Touch Pad) 59 Cleaning a Non-Optical Mouse If your mouse operates...→ Mouse. 2 On the Wheel tab in the Mouse Properties window, set the options for how the scroll wheel on the wheel, or click One screen at a time. 3 Click OK.
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... Scrolling tab, enable or disable scrolling or circular scrolling, choose the scroll zone width and scroll speed. To configure the circular scrolling, double-click the Dell Touch pad icon in the notification area of the touch pad or use your thumb to press the left touch-pad button. • To select... enabled, you can use your finger for touch input (or a Tablet PC pen on some computers) to move the cursor or select objects on the screen: • To move the cursor, lightly slide your finger or pen over the touch pad. • To select an object, lightly tap once on the...
... Scrolling tab, enable or disable scrolling or circular scrolling, choose the scroll zone width and scroll speed. To configure the circular scrolling, double-click the Dell Touch pad icon in the notification area of the touch pad or use your thumb to press the left touch-pad button. • To select... enabled, you can use your finger for touch input (or a Tablet PC pen on some computers) to move the cursor or select objects on the screen: • To move the cursor, lightly slide your finger or pen over the touch pad. • To select an object, lightly tap once on the...
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To change the zoom settings, double-click the Dell Touch Pad icon in and out by spreading two fingers or by bringing the two fingers together). Cleaning the Touch Pad 1 Shut down and turn ... with water, and wipe it gently across the surface of your computer. 2 Disconnect any installed batteries. 4 Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with items on the screen check box. 3 Click OK. Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Printers and Other Hardware→ Pen and Input Devices. In the Gestures...
To change the zoom settings, double-click the Dell Touch Pad icon in and out by spreading two fingers or by bringing the two fingers together). Cleaning the Touch Pad 1 Shut down and turn ... with water, and wipe it gently across the surface of your computer. 2 Disconnect any installed batteries. 4 Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with items on the screen check box. 3 Click OK. Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Printers and Other Hardware→ Pen and Input Devices. In the Gestures...