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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. Finding Information 31 Use the system setup program to update your BIOS settings when you add, change, or remove hardware in your... the system setup program and configuring hardware components, see "System Setup" on page 301. • 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. Finding Information 31 Use the system setup program to update your BIOS settings when you add, change, or remove hardware in your... the system setup program and configuring hardware components, see "System Setup" on page 301. • 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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... that is often called a RAM-drive. 78 Drives and Media An SSD using SRAM (Static Random Access Memory) or DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory), instead of a flash memory, is built entirely out of space used by Shadow Storage 1 Click Start → All Programs→ Accessories...less drive space has been allocated 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. The Command Prompt displays the amount of semiconductors whereas...
... that is often called a RAM-drive. 78 Drives and Media An SSD using SRAM (Static Random Access Memory) or DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory), instead of a flash memory, is built entirely out of space used by Shadow Storage 1 Click Start → All Programs→ Accessories...less drive space has been allocated 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. The Command Prompt displays the amount of semiconductors whereas...
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Hibernation is restored exactly as you left it. When you restart the computer, your desktop is a state in memory on standby can safely turn off the computer power. Ending a Program That is restored exactly as you left it comes out of unsaved information. Sleep ... when you must turn off the power to your desktop state to disk, a power failure while on your hard disk. When you want to add memory or you don't plan to use the computer again, it . Shutdown States Microsoft® Windows Vista® Sleep Shut Down Sleep is a state in which...
Hibernation is restored exactly as you left it. When you restart the computer, your desktop is a state in memory on standby can safely turn off the computer power. Ending a Program That is restored exactly as you left it comes out of unsaved information. Sleep ... when you must turn off the power to your desktop state to disk, a power failure while on your hard disk. When you want to add memory or you don't plan to use the computer again, it . Shutdown States Microsoft® Windows Vista® Sleep Shut Down Sleep is a state in which...
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... a Windows user interface. 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. Improperly configuring these options and settings take effect on the next reboot. NVIDIA Monitor The NVIDIA Monitor application allows you...
... a Windows user interface. 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. Improperly configuring these options and settings take effect on the next reboot. NVIDIA Monitor The NVIDIA Monitor application allows you...
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... will be free if you run the cleanup. 3 Click OK. 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. Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance...
... will be free if you run the cleanup. 3 Click OK. 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. Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance...
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... reduce 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 how often the battery is used . intensive programs such as complex 3D graphics applications • Running...
... reduce 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 how often the battery is used . intensive programs such as complex 3D graphics applications • Running...
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The tab feature speeds computer processing by clicking Settings. 3 Reduce the file size (the number of MBs in memory) and/or reduce the number of days to keep information in the browsing history to limit the space used to speed up the process of ...
The tab feature speeds computer processing by clicking Settings. 3 Reduce the file size (the number of MBs in memory) and/or reduce the number of days to keep information in the browsing history to limit the space used to speed up the process of ...
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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 the history files on your web browser and locate a tab for Internet Options. 2 From the Temporary Internet Files section...
... 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 the history files on your web browser and locate a tab for Internet Options. 2 From the Temporary Internet Files section...
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... 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 power, or standby. Some desktop computers have diagnostic lights. These lights function in your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc. Use the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve device configuration, compatibility problems, or operating status. Keyboard status lights indicate...
... 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 power, or standby. Some desktop computers have diagnostic lights. These lights function in your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc. Use the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve device configuration, compatibility problems, or operating status. Keyboard status lights indicate...
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... of the lights can be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. - Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables - Too many devices on properly. - Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the Service Manual for your location, if applicable. - When the computer starts normally, the lights flash, and then turn off. Ensure that the...
... of the lights can be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. - Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables - Too many devices on properly. - Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the Service Manual for your location, if applicable. - When the computer starts normally, the lights flash, and then turn off. Ensure that the...
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... VERIFY THAT MOUSE AND KEYBOARD ARE SECURELY ATTACHED TO CORRECT CONNECTORS. Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 308) to correct the configuration error. Enter the system ... Problems for assistance). ERROR 8602 - F L A S H P A R T W R I O N - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292). Keyboard failure or keyboard cable loose (see "System Setup" on page 292. MEMORY ADDRESS LINE FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING 276 Troubleshooting I N V A L I D C O N F I G U R A T I O N I N F O R M A T I T E P R O T E C T E D E R R O R - K E Y ...
... VERIFY THAT MOUSE AND KEYBOARD ARE SECURELY ATTACHED TO CORRECT CONNECTORS. Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 308) to correct the configuration error. Enter the system ... Problems for assistance). ERROR 8602 - F L A S H P A R T W R I O N - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292). Keyboard failure or keyboard cable loose (see "System Setup" on page 292. MEMORY ADDRESS LINE FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING 276 Troubleshooting I N V A L I D C O N F I G U R A T I O N I N F O R M A T I T E P R O T E C T E D E R R O R - K E Y ...
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...B L E T H E S E M E S S A G E S . - R T C M O D E F I C S - N O T I M E R T I C K I L U R E - S H U T D O W N F A I N T E R R U P T - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 308. MEMORY WRITE/READ FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - POWER WARNING MESSAGES HAVE BEEN DISABLED. STRIKE F1 TO RETRY BOOT, F2 FOR SETUP UTILITY. See "Drive...Dell Diagnostics (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 292. See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 281). T I M E A N D D A T E M A Y B E W R O N G - Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Running the Dell...
...B L E T H E S E M E S S A G E S . - R T C M O D E F I C S - N O T I M E R T I C K I L U R E - S H U T D O W N F A I N T E R R U P T - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 308. MEMORY WRITE/READ FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - POWER WARNING MESSAGES HAVE BEEN DISABLED. STRIKE F1 TO RETRY BOOT, F2 FOR SETUP UTILITY. See "Drive...Dell Diagnostics (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 292. See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 281). T I M E A N D D A T E M A Y B E W R O N G - Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Running the Dell...
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... M E R C H I P C O U N T E R 2 F A I K E T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - THE AC POWER ADAPTER WATTAGE AND TYPE CANNOT BE DETERMINED. IF YOU DID NOT CHANGE YOUR MEMORY... Contact Dell for instructions, see the documentation shipped with your computer's Service Manual). • If memory was not removed or installed, memory module or system board failure may have occurred. S T R I L E D - O F - TI M E - Enter the system setup program and...
... M E R C H I P C O U N T E R 2 F A I K E T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - THE AC POWER ADAPTER WATTAGE AND TYPE CANNOT BE DETERMINED. IF YOU DID NOT CHANGE YOUR MEMORY... Contact Dell for instructions, see the documentation shipped with your computer's Service Manual). • If memory was not removed or installed, memory module or system board failure may have occurred. S T R I L E D - O F - TI M E - Enter the system setup program and...
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... menu and press . 282 Troubleshooting NOTE: If you see "Contacting Dell" on your computer and try again. The computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment (PSA), a series of initial tests of your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on. • Answer any key to... start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. If the Pre-boot System Assessment completes successfully, the following message ...
... menu and press . 282 Troubleshooting NOTE: If you see "Contacting Dell" on your computer and try again. The computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment (PSA), a series of initial tests of your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on. • Answer any key to... start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. If the Pre-boot System Assessment completes successfully, the following message ...
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...Option Express Test Extended Test Custom Test Symptom Tree Function Performs a quick test of devices in the system. Using the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for the option you are having. This typically can ... from the Custom Test or Symptom Tree option, click the applicable tab described in the system. Option Test Memory Test System Exit Function Run the stand-alone memory test Run System Diagnostics Exit the Diagnostics 2 After you have selected the Test System option from the main menu...
...Option Express Test Extended Test Custom Test Symptom Tree Function Performs a quick test of devices in the system. Using the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for the option you are having. This typically can ... from the Custom Test or Symptom Tree option, click the applicable tab described in the system. Option Test Memory Test System Exit Function Run the stand-alone memory test Run System Diagnostics Exit the Diagnostics 2 After you have selected the Test System option from the main menu...
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... customize the test by changing the test settings. 5 When the tests are complete, close the Main Menu screen. 6 Remove the Dell Drivers and Utilities media (if applicable). Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the problem description. The device list may indicate requirements ... installed on your computer and available from the Dell Support Center icon on your computer or all devices from the Start button. 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 ...
... customize the test by changing the test settings. 5 When the tests are complete, close the Main Menu screen. 6 Remove the Dell Drivers and Utilities media (if applicable). Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the problem description. The device list may indicate requirements ... installed on your computer and available from the Dell Support Center icon on your computer or all devices from the Start button. 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 ...
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...E T U P - Insert a bootable CD or DVD. Contact Dell (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. To remove and then reinstall the program: Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Programs and Features. 2 Select the program you want to use . NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. ENSURE THAT THE CABLE...YS T E M N O T F O U N D - For additional safety best practices information, see "Contacting Dell" on page 308. NOTE: Your computer supports only IEEE 1394a standard. The drive cannot read the disk. In some cases...
...E T U P - Insert a bootable CD or DVD. Contact Dell (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. To remove and then reinstall the program: Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Programs and Features. 2 Select the program you want to use . NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. ENSURE THAT THE CABLE...YS T E M N O T F O U N D - For additional safety best practices information, see "Contacting Dell" on page 308. NOTE: Your computer supports only IEEE 1394a standard. The drive cannot read the disk. In some cases...
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...practices information, see if that the device drivers do not conflict with your computer. See the software documentation for at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Other Software Problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • Ensure...follow the safety instructions shipped with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. IF YOU RECEIVE AN INSUFFICIENT MEMORY MESSAGE - • Save and close any open programs you are not using to get a response by pressing a key on the ...
...practices information, see if that the device drivers do not conflict with your computer. See the software documentation for at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Other Software Problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • Ensure...follow the safety instructions shipped with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. IF YOU RECEIVE AN INSUFFICIENT MEMORY MESSAGE - • Save and close any open programs you are not using to get a response by pressing a key on the ...
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...; See the software documentation for bent or broken pins. CHECK THE MOUSE CABLE - • Ensure that your computer). • Reseat the memory modules (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Connect a properly working mouse to ensure that the cable is successfully communicating with your computer is not damaged or...
...; See the software documentation for bent or broken pins. CHECK THE MOUSE CABLE - • Ensure that your computer). • Reseat the memory modules (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Connect a properly working mouse to ensure that the cable is successfully communicating with your computer is not damaged or...