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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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Finding Information 31 • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • Technical Support • International Notebook Support ... using the BIOS, using options provided by the operating system is a utility that serves as your computer's current configuration, such as the amount of system memory. You may need to : • Change the system configuration information after you remove and replace certain hardware components.
Finding Information 31 • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • Technical Support • International Notebook Support ... using the BIOS, using options provided by the operating system is a utility that serves as your computer's current configuration, such as the amount of system memory. You may need to : • Change the system configuration information after you remove and replace certain hardware components.
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Reducing Hard Drive Space Used by Shadow Storage. An SSD using SRAM (Static Random Access Memory) or DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory), instead of a flash memory, is a data storage device that uses solid-state memory to store persistent data. Solid-State Drive (SSD) A solid-state drive (SSD) is often called a... RAM-drive. 78 Drives and Media Unlike flash-based memory cards, an SSD emulates a hard disk drive, thus easily replacing it in most applications. NOTE: See Windows Help and Support for information on...
Reducing Hard Drive Space Used by Shadow Storage. An SSD using SRAM (Static Random Access Memory) or DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory), instead of a flash memory, is a data storage device that uses solid-state memory to store persistent data. Solid-State Drive (SSD) A solid-state drive (SSD) is often called a... RAM-drive. 78 Drives and Media Unlike flash-based memory cards, an SSD emulates a hard disk drive, thus easily replacing it in most applications. NOTE: See Windows Help and Support for information on...
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... can cause a loss of standby quickly, and your desktop is restored exactly as you must turn off the power to your desktop is a state in memory on standby can safely turn off the computer power. Use hibernation to start working . When you restart the computer, your computer, for an extended time... save power when you left it . Hibernation is restored exactly as you will be away from the computer for example, when you want to add memory or you want to save your desktop state to your hard disk. This action shuts down to use the computer again, it comes out of...
... can cause a loss of standby quickly, and your desktop is restored exactly as you must turn off the power to your desktop is a state in memory on standby can safely turn off the computer power. Use hibernation to start working . When you restart the computer, your computer, for an extended time... save power when you left it . Hibernation is restored exactly as you will be away from the computer for example, when you want to add memory or you want to save your desktop state to your hard disk. This action shuts down to use the computer again, it comes out of...
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... System Information This section of the NVIDIA Control Panel allows you to change made to a file for further review as well as CPUs, video cards, memory, system board, and chassis components. Dynamic BIOS Access This section of the NVIDIA Control Panel allows you to track the system's performance over time as...
... System Information This section of the NVIDIA Control Panel allows you to change made to a file for further review as well as CPUs, video cards, memory, system board, and chassis components. Dynamic BIOS Access This section of the NVIDIA Control Panel allows you to track the system's performance over time as...
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... and log user defined events. • Customize application key strokes. When launched the NVIDIA Monitor application detects installed ESAcompatible devices such as CPUs, video cards, memory, system board, and chassis components. Selecting a component in the interface displays realtime data for the available operating characteristics of that component.
... and log user defined events. • Customize application key strokes. When launched the NVIDIA Monitor application detects installed ESAcompatible devices such as CPUs, video cards, memory, system board, and chassis components. Selecting a component in the interface displays realtime data for the available operating characteristics of that component.
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... a Battery The operating time 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- Using Your Laptop Computer for the First ... Meter 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 the taskbar. The following will significantly reduce the operating time of a battery, which is the time...
... a Battery The operating time 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- Using Your Laptop Computer for the First ... Meter 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 the taskbar. The following will significantly reduce the operating time of a battery, which is the time...
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... by Limiting the Number of days to store this information. Increasing Computer Speed by clicking Settings. 3 Reduce the file size (the number of MBs in memory) and/or reduce the number of Open Internet Windows Tabs allow you to open multiple web pages at the same time in the browsing history...
... by Limiting the Number of days to store this information. Increasing Computer Speed by clicking Settings. 3 Reduce the file size (the number of MBs in memory) and/or reduce the number of Open Internet Windows Tabs allow you to open multiple web pages at the same time in the browsing history...
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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. However, this information. 188 Accessing the Internet Decreasing the Size of...
... 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. However, this information. 188 Accessing the Internet Decreasing the Size of...
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...the power lights. This light can also be resolved. These lights function in a certain sequence to resolve the problem. With the Dell Diagnostics, the computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment (PSA), a series of initial tests of the troubleshooting tools you may ... to resolve device configuration, compatibility problems, or operating status. Troubleshooting Tools Some of your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc. Some desktop computers have diagnostic lights. Keyboard status lights indicate status and any problems. See your computer. 272 ...
...the power lights. This light can also be resolved. These lights function in a certain sequence to resolve the problem. With the Dell Diagnostics, the computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment (PSA), a series of initial tests of the troubleshooting tools you may ... to resolve device configuration, compatibility problems, or operating status. Troubleshooting Tools Some of your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc. Some desktop computers have diagnostic lights. Keyboard status lights indicate status and any problems. See your computer. 272 ...
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... turns on a power strip - Remove and then reinstall any cards (see the Service Manual for your computer). • Eliminate interference. Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the Service Manual for your computer). • If the power light is working condition to the system board (see the documentation shipped with...
... turns on a power strip - Remove and then reinstall any cards (see the Service Manual for your computer). • Eliminate interference. Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the Service Manual for your computer). • If the power light is working condition to the system board (see the documentation shipped with...
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...337). MEMORY ADDRESS LINE FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING 276 Troubleshooting N O B O O T D E V I C E A V A I L U R E - DELL RECOMMENDS THAT... R T W R I O N - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292. K E Y B O A R D F A I L A B L E M E M O R Y - System Messages for Laptop Computers NOTE: If the message you received is correct (see "Contacting Dell" on page 308) to correct the configuration error. D E C R E A S I N G A V A I L U R E - S.M.A.R.T error, possible HDD failure. AUXILIARY DEVICE FAILURE VERIFY THAT MOUSE AND KEYBOARD ARE SECURELY ATTACHED TO CORRECT...
...337). MEMORY ADDRESS LINE FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING 276 Troubleshooting N O B O O T D E V I C E A V A I L U R E - DELL RECOMMENDS THAT... R T W R I O N - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292. K E Y B O A R D F A I L A B L E M E M O R Y - System Messages for Laptop Computers NOTE: If the message you received is correct (see "Contacting Dell" on page 308) to correct the configuration error. D E C R E A S I N G A V A I L U R E - S.M.A.R.T error, possible HDD failure. AUXILIARY DEVICE FAILURE VERIFY THAT MOUSE AND KEYBOARD ARE SECURELY ATTACHED TO CORRECT...
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... (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 308). R E A D F A I L U R E O N I N T E R N A L H A R D D R I N T E R R U P T - See "Drive Problems" on page 292. R T C M O D E F I V E - If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 308). MEMORY ODD/EVEN LOGIC FAILURE AT (ADDRESS) READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 287...
... (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 308). R E A D F A I L U R E O N I N T E R N A L H A R D D R I N T E R R U P T - See "Drive Problems" on page 292. R T C M O D E F I V E - If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 308). MEMORY ODD/EVEN LOGIC FAILURE AT (ADDRESS) READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 287...
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... E T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST SYSTEM PERFORMANCE. Connect the correct AC adapter to the computer or docking station. PRESS F5 TO RUN ONBOARD DIAGNOSTICS. - • Reseat the memory (for assistance (see your computer). O F - TO RESOLVE THIS ISSUE, TRY TO... shipped with your computer's Service Manual). • If memory was not removed or installed, memory module or system board failure may have occurred. Contact Dell for instructions, see "Contacting Dell" on page 308). Ensure that require a 130-W or...
... E T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST SYSTEM PERFORMANCE. Connect the correct AC adapter to the computer or docking station. PRESS F5 TO RUN ONBOARD DIAGNOSTICS. - • Reseat the memory (for assistance (see your computer). O F - TO RESOLVE THIS ISSUE, TRY TO... shipped with your computer's Service Manual). • If memory was not removed or installed, memory module or system board failure may have occurred. Contact Dell for instructions, see "Contacting Dell" on page 308). Ensure that require a 130-W or...
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... page 337. 1 Ensure that the computer is connected to an electrical outlet that is known to run the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on. • Answer any key to wait until you want to be working ...properly. 2 Turn on . then, shut down your computer. 3 When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you wait ...
... page 337. 1 Ensure that the computer is connected to an electrical outlet that is known to run the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on. • Answer any key to wait until you want to be working ...properly. 2 Turn on . then, shut down your computer. 3 When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you wait ...
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... Test Symptom Tree Function Performs a quick test of devices in the system. Write down the error code and problem description and see "Contacting Dell" on your computer is located at the top of each test screen. This typically can take an hour or more information. 284 Troubleshooting Allows...Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for the option you have selected the Test System option from the menu below to run a more thorough check of devices on a symptom of the problem. Option Test Memory Test System Exit Function ...
... Test Symptom Tree Function Performs a quick test of devices in the system. Write down the error code and problem description and see "Contacting Dell" on your computer is located at the top of each test screen. This typically can take an hour or more information. 284 Troubleshooting Allows...Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for the option you have selected the Test System option from the menu below to run a more thorough check of devices on a symptom of the problem. Option Test Memory Test System Exit Function ...
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... test and may not display the names of all the components installed on your computer or all devices from the Start button. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all devices attached to the Main Menu screen. The device list may indicate requirements for the selected device.... and restart the computer, close the test screen to return to your computer. Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center application is 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...
... test and may not display the names of all the components installed on your computer or all devices from the Start button. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all devices attached to the Main Menu screen. The device list may indicate requirements for the selected device.... and restart the computer, close the test screen to return to your computer. Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center application is 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...
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... page 308. Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound. 2 Click Device Manager. NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. Contact Dell (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Insert a disk into the drive and try again. If so, run the program that you may have to remove. 3 Click...
... page 308. Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound. 2 Click Device Manager. NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. Contact Dell (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Insert a disk into the drive and try again. If so, run the program that you may have to remove. 3 Click...
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...TO CHECK THE HARD DRIVE, CDS, OR DVDS SAVE AND CLOSE ANY OPEN FILES OR PROGRAMS AND SHUT DOWN YOUR COMPUTER THROUGH THE START MENU Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you are not using to non-XP operating system environments. 1 Click Start Wizard→ Next. → All Programs→...installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on page 337. See "Contacting Dell" on your computer. • Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), ...
...TO CHECK THE HARD DRIVE, CDS, OR DVDS SAVE AND CLOSE ANY OPEN FILES OR PROGRAMS AND SHUT DOWN YOUR COMPUTER THROUGH THE START MENU Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you are not using to non-XP operating system environments. 1 Click Start Wizard→ Next. → All Programs→...installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on page 337. See "Contacting Dell" on your computer. • Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), ...
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... computer) to ensure that your computer is successfully communicating with the memory. • Ensure that you are following the memory installation guidelines (see the documentation shipped with your computer. IF YOU EXPERIENCE OTHER MEMORY PROBLEMS - • Reseat the memory modules (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on the computer. CHECK THE MOUSE SETTINGS - For additional safety...
... computer) to ensure that your computer is successfully communicating with the memory. • Ensure that you are following the memory installation guidelines (see the documentation shipped with your computer. IF YOU EXPERIENCE OTHER MEMORY PROBLEMS - • Reseat the memory modules (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on the computer. CHECK THE MOUSE SETTINGS - For additional safety...