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... 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
... 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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... Pen 63 Contents 5 Windows® XP 49 Troubleshooting 50 Choosing the Best Display Settings 50 Setting the Display Resolution for External LCD Monitors 50 Setting the Display for Multiple Monitors 51 Windows Vista 52 Windows XP 52 Using the Ambient Light Sensor in Bright or Low-Light Environments 53 Cables and Connections...
... Pen 63 Contents 5 Windows® XP 49 Troubleshooting 50 Choosing the Best Display Settings 50 Setting the Display Resolution for External LCD Monitors 50 Setting the Display for Multiple Monitors 51 Windows Vista 52 Windows XP 52 Using the Ambient Light Sensor in Bright or Low-Light Environments 53 Cables and Connections...
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... Windows Vista 127 Windows® XP 128 Performance Tuning 129 System Setup Based Performance Tuning . . . . 129 Software Based Performance Tuning 129 NVIDIA Performance 129 NVIDIA Monitor 130 Cleaning Up Your Hard Drive 131 Defragmenting Your Hard Drive 132 Detecting and Repairing Disk Errors 133 Scanning for Viruses and Spyware 133 10...
... Windows Vista 127 Windows® XP 128 Performance Tuning 129 System Setup Based Performance Tuning . . . . 129 Software Based Performance Tuning 129 NVIDIA Performance 129 NVIDIA Monitor 130 Cleaning Up Your Hard Drive 131 Defragmenting Your Hard Drive 132 Detecting and Repairing Disk Errors 133 Scanning for Viruses and Spyware 133 10...
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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 ... 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 Setup 307 Viewing System Settings With the System Setup Program 307 Entering the System Setup Program...
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 ... 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 Setup 307 Viewing System Settings With the System Setup Program 307 Entering the System Setup Program...
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... components. Windows Vista® From the desktop: 1 Right-click an open area of your computer's desktop theme, resolution, screen saver, icon size and appearance, and monitor settings from the Display Properties Menu screen. From the Start menu: Microsoft Windows Desktop 39 Most of these components are accessible through the Display Properties...
... components. Windows Vista® From the desktop: 1 Right-click an open area of your computer's desktop theme, resolution, screen saver, icon size and appearance, and monitor settings from the Display Properties Menu screen. From the Start menu: Microsoft Windows Desktop 39 Most of these components are accessible through the Display Properties...
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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. 4 Select the length of time for your computer's performance • Windows Help and Support 42 Microsoft Windows Desktop NOTE: After the screen saver activates, you may need to log-in to remain inactive before the screen saver appears. 5 Click OK.
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. 4 Select the length of time for your computer's performance • Windows Help and Support 42 Microsoft Windows Desktop 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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... your desktop • Set up printers and other devices • Perform maintenance to enhance performance HINT: A list of the items you can : • Add and monitor hardware • Add or remove programs • Change hardware settings • Set network and Internet preferences • Customize the appearance of your cursor over each...
... your desktop • Set up printers and other devices • Perform maintenance to enhance performance HINT: A list of the items you can : • Add and monitor hardware • Add or remove programs • Change hardware settings • Set network and Internet preferences • Customize the appearance of your cursor over each...
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... (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security)" on page 125 for you are installed in or attached to evaluate system performance, view events, monitor the performance log, or perform computer management. Use the Device Manager to manage devices that are not sure which category contains the ... and Using the Control Panel FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in the Task area to monitor your cursor over the category to free up text box. Customizing Your Computer Settings 1 Click Start or → Control Panel. 2 Select ...
... (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security)" on page 125 for you are installed in or attached to evaluate system performance, view events, monitor the performance log, or perform computer management. Use the Device Manager to manage devices that are not sure which category contains the ... and Using the Control Panel FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in the Task area to monitor your cursor over the category to free up text box. Customizing Your Computer Settings 1 Click Start or → Control Panel. 2 Select ...
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Monitors and Displays FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about your computer's display screen, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Do not wipe the computer's display screen with any soap or solution not designed for a laptop computer, ...wipe the screen with a soft cloth dampened with either water or an LCD cleaner. To clean the display screen for monitors. For additional...
Monitors and Displays FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about your computer's display screen, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Do not wipe the computer's display screen with any soap or solution not designed for a laptop computer, ...wipe the screen with a soft cloth dampened with either water or an LCD cleaner. To clean the display screen for monitors. For additional...
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... MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about display resolution, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 48 Monitors and Displays NOTE: Use only the Dell recommended video drivers, which are designed to them if needed. Adjusting the Resolution of Your Display The display resolution defines the clarity... so you can change back to offer the best performance with your display. As you increase the resolution, items appear smaller on your Dell-installed operating system. Before you change any of the display settings, make a note of images on the screen.
... MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about display resolution, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 48 Monitors and Displays NOTE: Use only the Dell recommended video drivers, which are designed to them if needed. Adjusting the Resolution of Your Display The display resolution defines the clarity... so you can change back to offer the best performance with your display. As you increase the resolution, items appear smaller on your Dell-installed operating system. Before you change any of the display settings, make a note of images on the screen.
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... Vista® 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize. Windows® XP 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. Monitors and Displays 49 The Personalize appearance and sounds window appears. 3 Click Display Settings. 4 In the Display Settings window under Resolution, move the slide bar to...
... Vista® 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize. Windows® XP 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. Monitors and Displays 49 The Personalize appearance and sounds window appears. 3 Click Display Settings. 4 In the Display Settings window under Resolution, move the slide bar to...
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... resolution from the Control Panel to check if the selected resolution is higher than the display supported by your computer based on the monitor or display screen. 4 Under the Screen resolution section, move the slide bar to the left or right to decrease/increase the screen...color palette that is ok, if not repeat step 4. 6 Click OK. Choosing the Best Display Settings Default display settings are set the monitor to one not supported by your computer, the settings adjust automatically to their native resolution, the resolution at the highest resolution. See the manufacturer...
... resolution from the Control Panel to check if the selected resolution is higher than the display supported by your computer based on the monitor or display screen. 4 Under the Screen resolution section, move the slide bar to the left or right to decrease/increase the screen...color palette that is ok, if not repeat step 4. 6 Click OK. Choosing the Best Display Settings Default display settings are set the monitor to one not supported by your computer, the settings adjust automatically to their native resolution, the resolution at the highest resolution. See the manufacturer...
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...2 Click Properties. Setting the Display for Multiple Monitors Multiple monitors can then work on more than one task at a time by moving items from one monitor to match arrangement of the external LCD monitor. 6 Click OK. click and drag monitor icons to another or by expanding the size ...of your computer to select a screen resolution that matches the native resolution of monitors Monitors and Displays 51 The Display Properties window appears. 3 Select the Settings tab. 4 Select the external LCD monitor in the Display drop-down menu. 5 Under the Screen resolution section, move the...
...2 Click Properties. Setting the Display for Multiple Monitors Multiple monitors can then work on more than one task at a time by moving items from one monitor to match arrangement of the external LCD monitor. 6 Click OK. click and drag monitor icons to another or by expanding the size ...of your computer to select a screen resolution that matches the native resolution of monitors Monitors and Displays 51 The Display Properties window appears. 3 Select the Settings tab. 4 Select the external LCD monitor in the Display drop-down menu. 5 Under the Screen resolution section, move the...
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... window appears. 3 Click Display Settings. 4 Drag the monitor icons to match the physical arrangement of your need : • This is my main Monitor - allows you to set the primary monitor. • Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor - Windows Vista 1 Right-click an open area of .... 3 Select the Settings tab. 4 Drag the monitor icons to match the physical arrangement of your monitors. 5 Select either or both of the following check boxes depending on your screen onto alternate monitors. 6 Click OK. 52 Monitors and Displays See Windows Help and Support for information on...
... window appears. 3 Click Display Settings. 4 Drag the monitor icons to match the physical arrangement of your need : • This is my main Monitor - allows you to set the primary monitor. • Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor - Windows Vista 1 Right-click an open area of .... 3 Select the Settings tab. 4 Drag the monitor icons to match the physical arrangement of your monitors. 5 Select either or both of the following check boxes depending on your screen onto alternate monitors. 6 Click OK. 52 Monitors and Displays See Windows Help and Support for information on...
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The ambient light sensor is located on external monitors or projectors. For more about the Control Panel, see "Control Panel" on your laptop computer only. Using the Ambient Light Sensor in Windows Help and ... MORE INFORMATION: To learn more detailed information about accessing the Display Properties window to compensate for low-light and high-light environments. 1 1 Ambient Light Sensor Monitors and Displays 53 The sensor detects available environmental light and automatically increases or decreases the display backlighting to configure multiple...
The ambient light sensor is located on external monitors or projectors. For more about the Control Panel, see "Control Panel" on your laptop computer only. Using the Ambient Light Sensor in Windows Help and ... MORE INFORMATION: To learn more detailed information about accessing the Display Properties window to compensate for low-light and high-light environments. 1 1 Ambient Light Sensor Monitors and Displays 53 The sensor detects available environmental light and automatically increases or decreases the display backlighting to configure multiple...
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... to an electrical outlet. NOTE: The ambient light sensor is disabled when your computer is connected to it's prior setting (either enabled or disabled). 54 Monitors and Displays If covered, the sensor-when enabled-automatically sets the display brightness to the minimum level. NOTE: Do not cover the ambient light sensor...
... to an electrical outlet. NOTE: The ambient light sensor is disabled when your computer is connected to it's prior setting (either enabled or disabled). 54 Monitors and Displays If covered, the sensor-when enabled-automatically sets the display brightness to the minimum level. NOTE: Do not cover the ambient light sensor...
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...Dell monitor may support one or more of the following data connectors: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Connector 1 VGA 2 DVI 3 Composite 4 Component 5 S-Video 6 HDMI 7 DisplayPort Signal Type Audio Support Connects to Analog No Monitor or Projector Digital No Monitor or Projector Analog No Home entertainment system Analog No Home entertainment system Analog No • Home entertainment system • Monitor... • Projector Digital Yes • Home entertainment system • Monitor • Projector Digital Yes • Home entertainment system • Monitor ...
...Dell monitor may support one or more of the following data connectors: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Connector 1 VGA 2 DVI 3 Composite 4 Component 5 S-Video 6 HDMI 7 DisplayPort Signal Type Audio Support Connects to Analog No Monitor or Projector Digital No Monitor or Projector Analog No Home entertainment system Analog No Home entertainment system Analog No • Home entertainment system • Monitor... • Projector Digital Yes • Home entertainment system • Monitor • Projector Digital Yes • Home entertainment system • Monitor ...
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Features and Benefits Dell, in collaboration with built-in the most efficient means possible for both external desktop monitors and internal display interfaces. Other features include: •Higher resolutions such as optical disc players, mobile devices, personal video ... panel display technology to enable NVIDIA SLI (Scalable Link Interface) or ATI Crossfire technologies. Detailed information about the benefits of "direct drive" digital monitors, resulting in or external speakers, microphone, and camera. •Better performance than dual link DVI (10.6 Gbps vs. 9.6 Gbps) •...
Features and Benefits Dell, in collaboration with built-in the most efficient means possible for both external desktop monitors and internal display interfaces. Other features include: •Higher resolutions such as optical disc players, mobile devices, personal video ... panel display technology to enable NVIDIA SLI (Scalable Link Interface) or ATI Crossfire technologies. Detailed information about the benefits of "direct drive" digital monitors, resulting in or external speakers, microphone, and camera. •Better performance than dual link DVI (10.6 Gbps vs. 9.6 Gbps) •...
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... on the integrated display only (not on an integrated display. Selects all currently available display options (display only, external monitor or projector only, both display and projector, and so on the desktop. Refreshes the active window. General Keyboard Shortcuts ...and up-arrow key and down-arrow key Opens the Task Manager window. Increases brightness on an external monitor). You can reprogram this keyboard shortcut to switch between open simultaneously). Cycles through screen elements in a document or window....
... on the integrated display only (not on an integrated display. Selects all currently available display options (display only, external monitor or projector only, both display and projector, and so on the desktop. Refreshes the active window. General Keyboard Shortcuts ...and up-arrow key and down-arrow key Opens the Task Manager window. Increases brightness on an external monitor). You can reprogram this keyboard shortcut to switch between open simultaneously). Cycles through screen elements in a document or window....
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... media. 126 Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) Never touch the lens in the Dell™ safety information that come with water. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about cleaning the individual components of the monitor with a soft cloth dampened with the compressed-air product. Turn off and unplug the computer...
... media. 126 Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) Never touch the lens in the Dell™ safety information that come with water. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about cleaning the individual components of the monitor with a soft cloth dampened with the compressed-air product. Turn off and unplug the computer...