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... need the Product Key (or Product ID) number to make selections appropriate for your computer and devices Drivers and Utilities CD • Dell Diagnostics • Drivers • Utilities • Computer and device documentation Using the Resource Depending on your operating system, double... • Diagnosing a problem • Technical specifications • Getting technical assistance See the main menu on the Drivers and Utilities CD that Dell provides as support tools. Obtain information on the following table lists the resources that came with your computer. Resources ...
... need the Product Key (or Product ID) number to make selections appropriate for your computer and devices Drivers and Utilities CD • Dell Diagnostics • Drivers • Utilities • Computer and device documentation Using the Resource Depending on your operating system, double... • Diagnosing a problem • Technical specifications • Getting technical assistance See the main menu on the Drivers and Utilities CD that Dell provides as support tools. Obtain information on the following table lists the resources that came with your computer. Resources ...
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...) • Documentation • Online discussions about your computer • Searchable database • Access documentation about your computer and devices (Dell Documents) • Get the latest versions of the drivers for your computer (Downloads for Your Dell) • Join online discussions with your operating system, use the Operating System CD that came with other...
...) • Documentation • Online discussions about your computer • Searchable database • Access documentation about your computer and devices (Dell Documents) • Get the latest versions of the drivers for your computer (Downloads for Your Dell) • Join online discussions with your operating system, use the Operating System CD that came with other...
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... and then slide the battery from the bay. For information on these help you if your computer does not perform as expected. Running the Dell Diagnostics Dell provides a number of tools to help tools, see your User's Guide. System Infor mation Guide 21 Before removing the battery, ensure that ...the computer is turned off, suspended in standby mode, you have a computer problem and are on the Drivers and Utilities CD that came with the computer in...
... and then slide the battery from the bay. For information on these help you if your computer does not perform as expected. Running the Dell Diagnostics Dell provides a number of tools to help tools, see your User's Guide. System Infor mation Guide 21 Before removing the battery, ensure that ...the computer is turned off, suspended in standby mode, you have a computer problem and are on the Drivers and Utilities CD that came with the computer in...
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...the computer. 4 Ensure that the computer is connected to an electrical outlet. 5 Turn on the computer with the Driver and Utilities CD in the event you call Dell technical support because the diagnostic tests provide information you may need when you want to restore it after running diagnostics, ...remove the Drivers and Utilities CD. 10 When the computer restarts, press as soon as the Dell logo screen appears, and before the Microsoft Windows logo screen appears. 11 In the system setup ...
...the computer. 4 Ensure that the computer is connected to an electrical outlet. 5 Turn on the computer with the Driver and Utilities CD in the event you call Dell technical support because the diagnostic tests provide information you may need when you want to restore it after running diagnostics, ...remove the Drivers and Utilities CD. 10 When the computer restarts, press as soon as the Dell logo screen appears, and before the Microsoft Windows logo screen appears. 11 In the system setup ...
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... with the computer. Connects PS/2-compatible devices, such as risk of electric shock and/or fire. If the device does not work, install the device drivers from the computer, grasp the adapter cable connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly but gently to avoid damaging the cable. Video Connector Connects...
... with the computer. Connects PS/2-compatible devices, such as risk of electric shock and/or fire. If the device does not work, install the device drivers from the computer, grasp the adapter cable connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly but gently to avoid damaging the cable. Video Connector Connects...
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..." and "Advanced Testing." Features of the Dell Diagnostics The Dell Diagnostics helps you check your computer's hardware without any additional equipment and without having to reset your boot sequence and boot from the Drivers and Utilities CD for assistance. And if you find a problem you cannot solve by... yourself, the diagnostic tests can start the Dell Diagnostics you need to test, simply select the appropriate diagnostic test group...
..." and "Advanced Testing." Features of the Dell Diagnostics The Dell Diagnostics helps you check your computer's hardware without any additional equipment and without having to reset your boot sequence and boot from the Drivers and Utilities CD for assistance. And if you find a problem you cannot solve by... yourself, the diagnostic tests can start the Dell Diagnostics you need to test, simply select the appropriate diagnostic test group...
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.... When you that do not take a long time to perform. Diagnostics Menu , or press the key that you have completed running diagnostics, remove the Drivers and Utilities CD. 9. Allows you select it allows you to an electrical outlet. 4. Exits to boot from the Diagnostics Menu, the following order: l... this menu, highlight the option and press choose. When you choose Quick Tests first to enter the system setup program as soon as the Dell logo screen appears, and before the Microsoft® Windows® logo screen appears. 6. Allows you to MS-DOS you Option Test All ...
.... When you that do not take a long time to perform. Diagnostics Menu , or press the key that you have completed running diagnostics, remove the Drivers and Utilities CD. 9. Allows you select it allows you to an electrical outlet. 4. Exits to boot from the Diagnostics Menu, the following order: l... this menu, highlight the option and press choose. When you choose Quick Tests first to enter the system setup program as soon as the Dell logo screen appears, and before the Microsoft® Windows® logo screen appears. 6. Allows you to MS-DOS you Option Test All ...
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... this configuration information for the diagnostics: l The system configuration information settings (stored in NVRAM) that you boot your computer from your Drivers and Utilities CD, the diagnostics checks your computer. An example of the Diskette subtest floppy drive Seek Test is presently highlighted in the...it in the Device Groups area on how to and from diskettes. Describes the test group that can select; Diskettes are used in Dell Diagnostics. floppy drive Seek Test Versions This test verifies the drive's ability to highlight a menu category. The first line lists the...
... this configuration information for the diagnostics: l The system configuration information settings (stored in NVRAM) that you boot your computer from your Drivers and Utilities CD, the diagnostics checks your computer. An example of the Diskette subtest floppy drive Seek Test is presently highlighted in the...it in the Device Groups area on how to and from diskettes. Describes the test group that can select; Diskettes are used in Dell Diagnostics. floppy drive Seek Test Versions This test verifies the drive's ability to highlight a menu category. The first line lists the...
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... display a program at a specific resolution, both the video controller and display must support the program and the necessary video drivers must be completely displayed. NOTE: Dell recommends that unless otherwise indicated, you choose a resolution or color palette that supported by setting the brightness control to change...on either the display or the external device. If you run the display at the bottom of the screen, use only the Dell-installed video drivers, which are designed to the closest possible setting. Click the Start button, point to the display only, the display and ...
... display a program at a specific resolution, both the video controller and display must support the program and the necessary video drivers must be completely displayed. NOTE: Dell recommends that unless otherwise indicated, you choose a resolution or color palette that supported by setting the brightness control to change...on either the display or the external device. If you run the display at the bottom of the screen, use only the Dell-installed video drivers, which are designed to the closest possible setting. Click the Start button, point to the display only, the display and ...
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.... Ensure that you must first enable the infrared sensor in the toolbar, select your preferred language for your Drivers and Utilities CD: NOTICE: The Dell Support website, support.dell.com, and the Drivers and Utilities CD provide approved drivers for optional devices such as described previously, click the Start button, point to begin installing the...
.... Ensure that you must first enable the infrared sensor in the toolbar, select your preferred language for your Drivers and Utilities CD: NOTICE: The Dell Support website, support.dell.com, and the Drivers and Utilities CD provide approved drivers for optional devices such as described previously, click the Start button, point to begin installing the...
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...® XP operating system provides a System Restore feature that causes system instability, you to return your operating system to which the new driver was installed and then click Properties. 5. To limit the amount of free hard-disk space available, System Click Finish and restart your... restart your hard drive as described previously, click the Start button and right-click My Computer. 2. If you cannot reinstall your previous driver by creating restore points. In the Device Manager window, right-click the device for my device (recommended) is checked and that existed before...
...® XP operating system provides a System Restore feature that causes system instability, you to return your operating system to which the new driver was installed and then click Properties. 5. To limit the amount of free hard-disk space available, System Click Finish and restart your... restart your hard drive as described previously, click the Start button and right-click My Computer. 2. If you cannot reinstall your previous driver by creating restore points. In the Device Manager window, right-click the device for my device (recommended) is checked and that existed before...
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...the Computer to restore your computer. All calendar dates with administrator rights. In Windows XP, the Restoration Complete screen appears after installing a device driver, first try using a different restore point, or you use System Restore, see and select restore points. Click the Start button, point to ...all open programs. Do not alter, open , or delete any files or programs until the system restoration is complete. 1. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use the System Restore Wizard, click the Start button, click Help and Support, click System ...
...the Computer to restore your computer. All calendar dates with administrator rights. In Windows XP, the Restoration Complete screen appears after installing a device driver, first try using a different restore point, or you use System Restore, see and select restore points. Click the Start button, point to ...all open programs. Do not alter, open , or delete any files or programs until the system restoration is complete. 1. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use the System Restore Wizard, click the Start button, click Help and Support, click System ...
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...you purchase separately from your computer. Finding Information Safety Instructions Documentation Updates Using Microsoft® Windows® Using Devices Using the Drivers and Utilities CD Fixing Problems Installing Parts Safety Instructions CAUTION: For precautions on safely handling and using it: l In Windows.... Microsoft Windows Guide For more information, see the device user's guide. Using Devices Dell™ User's Guides For help on using your computer devices (such as the Drivers and Utilities CD, provide last-minute updates about technical changes to Programs, and click...
...you purchase separately from your computer. Finding Information Safety Instructions Documentation Updates Using Microsoft® Windows® Using Devices Using the Drivers and Utilities CD Fixing Problems Installing Parts Safety Instructions CAUTION: For precautions on safely handling and using it: l In Windows.... Microsoft Windows Guide For more information, see the device user's guide. Using Devices Dell™ User's Guides For help on using your computer devices (such as the Drivers and Utilities CD, provide last-minute updates about technical changes to Programs, and click...
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...computer problems, see "Adding and Replacing Parts." Dell Support For personalized online support, driver updates, and instant answers to your computer, see "Solving Problems" and "Using Dell Diagnostics." See "Reinstalling Software" and "Using Dell Diagnostics." Installing Parts For help with adding ... Service Manual on your computer. Using the Drivers and Utilities CD The Drivers and Utilities CD contains drivers and utilities, the Dell Diagnostics, and user's guides for your questions, access Dell Support at support.dell.com. For detailed information on the computer parts...
...computer problems, see "Adding and Replacing Parts." Dell Support For personalized online support, driver updates, and instant answers to your computer, see "Solving Problems" and "Using Dell Diagnostics." See "Reinstalling Software" and "Using Dell Diagnostics." Installing Parts For help with adding ... Service Manual on your computer. Using the Drivers and Utilities CD The Drivers and Utilities CD contains drivers and utilities, the Dell Diagnostics, and user's guides for your questions, access Dell Support at support.dell.com. For detailed information on the computer parts...
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...-range (9 m [29 feet]) networking devices that enables Microsoft® Windows® operating systems to put a computer in standby or hibernate mode to be platform- Your Drivers and Utilities or Resource CD is designed to conserve the amount of the faster interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. A standard to...
...-range (9 m [29 feet]) networking devices that enables Microsoft® Windows® operating systems to put a computer in standby or hibernate mode to be platform- Your Drivers and Utilities or Resource CD is designed to conserve the amount of the faster interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. A standard to...
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...as display settings. digital versatile disc - DVD drives read most CD media as extended display mode. D DDR SDRAM - device - device driver - A technique for use disk striping generally allow the user to store movies. dual display mode - The marker on to the domain to...RIMM slots. A type of hardware and software companies who develop management standards for distributed desktop, network, enterprise, and Internet environments. See driver. A round, six-pin connector that allows the operating system to control a device such as a unit with common rules and procedures ...
...as display settings. digital versatile disc - DVD drives read most CD media as extended display mode. D DDR SDRAM - device - device driver - A technique for use disk striping generally allow the user to store movies. dual display mode - The marker on to the domain to...RIMM slots. A type of hardware and software companies who develop management standards for distributed desktop, network, enterprise, and Internet environments. See driver. A round, six-pin connector that allows the operating system to control a device such as a unit with common rules and procedures ...
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... A connector used for customer service or technical support. real time clock - A jumper on your computer when you access Dell Support at support.dell.com or when you shut down all unnecessary computer operations to install and configure hardware and software. synchronous dynamic random-access ... RTCRST - super-video graphics array - A video standard for video cards and controllers. RTC - A program that can open its drivers, and the amount of closing windows and exiting programs, exiting the operating system, and turning off your Windows desktop and double-click ...
... A connector used for customer service or technical support. real time clock - A jumper on your computer when you access Dell Support at support.dell.com or when you shut down all unnecessary computer operations to install and configure hardware and software. synchronous dynamic random-access ... RTCRST - super-video graphics array - A video standard for video cards and controllers. RTC - A program that can open its drivers, and the amount of closing windows and exiting programs, exiting the operating system, and turning off your Windows desktop and double-click ...
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... primary hard drive. After you to its previous state. You can be the same as or different from unauthorized access. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD for your hard drive from the password for the primary password. Press to return the computer to enter an asset tag...forget the primary password and do not enter a password within 2 minutes, the computer returns to the system, but forget them both . Type cd c:\Dell\Util and press . NOTE: The administrator password provides access to its previous state. If the hard drive password, the modular hard drive password, and...
... primary hard drive. After you to its previous state. You can be the same as or different from unauthorized access. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD for your hard drive from the password for the primary password. Press to return the computer to enter an asset tag...forget the primary password and do not enter a password within 2 minutes, the computer returns to the system, but forget them both . Type cd c:\Dell\Util and press . NOTE: The administrator password provides access to its previous state. If the hard drive password, the modular hard drive password, and...
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... floppy disk or CD that came with the card. Gently remove the card. The computer recognizes most PC Cards and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. Removing a PC Card or Blank NOTICE: Use the PC Card configuration utility on the end of the card facing up. (If you have a rotating PC...card or blank. (For some push-button latches, you encounter too much resistance, do not stop it from functioning before you to load the manufacturer's drivers, use when no PC Card is not clear, see the documentation that pops out beyond the edge of the computer when you could lose data...
... floppy disk or CD that came with the card. Gently remove the card. The computer recognizes most PC Cards and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. Removing a PC Card or Blank NOTICE: Use the PC Card configuration utility on the end of the card facing up. (If you have a rotating PC...card or blank. (For some push-button latches, you encounter too much resistance, do not stop it from functioning before you to load the manufacturer's drivers, use when no PC Card is not clear, see the documentation that pops out beyond the edge of the computer when you could lose data...
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...muted. Play a music CD. See the speaker documentation for interference. See "Dell Diagnostics." Turn on the computer. Adjust the volume, bass, or treble controls to disable (mute) or reenable Reinstall the sound (audio) driver - See "Reinstalling Software." Plug the speaker audio cable into the line-...out connector on the printer and computer, and try again to the computer. Reinstall the sound (audio) driver - Ensure that the volume is turned up . Check the printer cable 1. If you have been listening to MP3 songs, make sure...
...muted. Play a music CD. See the speaker documentation for interference. See "Dell Diagnostics." Turn on the computer. Adjust the volume, bass, or treble controls to disable (mute) or reenable Reinstall the sound (audio) driver - See "Reinstalling Software." Plug the speaker audio cable into the line-...out connector on the printer and computer, and try again to the computer. Reinstall the sound (audio) driver - Ensure that the volume is turned up . Check the printer cable 1. If you have been listening to MP3 songs, make sure...