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... specifications, and white papers • Downloads - Proactive e-mail notification of software and hardware updates for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - Troubleshooting hints Dell Support Website - Upgrade information for your region or business online courses, frequently asked segment to view the appropriate support questions site...
... specifications, and white papers • Downloads - Proactive e-mail notification of software and hardware updates for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - Troubleshooting hints Dell Support Website - Upgrade information for your region or business online courses, frequently asked segment to view the appropriate support questions site...
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Left Side View 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 security cable slot 2 IEEE 1394 Connector 3 PC Card/ExpressCard slot 4 infrared sensor 5 audio connectors (2) 6 hard drive Right Side View 1 media bay 3 USB connectors (2) 1 2 3 2 device latch release 18 Quick Reference Guide
Left Side View 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 security cable slot 2 IEEE 1394 Connector 3 PC Card/ExpressCard slot 4 infrared sensor 5 audio connectors (2) 6 hard drive Right Side View 1 media bay 3 USB connectors (2) 1 2 3 2 device latch release 18 Quick Reference Guide
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Bottom View 1 2 3 7 4 6 5 1 memory module/modem/WLAN 2 Mini-Card/coin-cell battery cover 3 battery charge gauge/health 4 gauge 5 docking-device connector 6 7 hard drive battery-bay latch release battery air vents 20 Quick Reference Guide
Bottom View 1 2 3 7 4 6 5 1 memory module/modem/WLAN 2 Mini-Card/coin-cell battery cover 3 battery charge gauge/health 4 gauge 5 docking-device connector 6 7 hard drive battery-bay latch release battery air vents 20 Quick Reference Guide
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... mode (sleep mode in Windows XP, click the Start button, click Turn off computer, and then click Stand by turning off the display and the hard drive after a predetermined period of time.
... mode (sleep mode in Windows XP, click the Start button, click Turn off computer, and then click Stand by turning off the display and the hard drive after a predetermined period of time.
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... power button. • Close the display. • Press . To exit standby or sleep mode, press the power button or open the display, depending on the hard drive and then completely turning off computer, press and hold , and then click Hibernate. You cannot make the computer exit standby or sleep mode by copying...
... power button. • Close the display. • Press . To exit standby or sleep mode, press the power button or open the display, depending on the hard drive and then completely turning off computer, press and hold , and then click Hibernate. You cannot make the computer exit standby or sleep mode by copying...
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... your computer. BACK UP YOUR FILES IMMEDIATELY USE A VIRUS-SCANNING PROGRAM TO CHECK THE HARD DRIVE, FLOPPY DISKS, CDS, OR DVDS SAVE AND CLOSE ANY OPEN FILES OR PROGRAMS AND SHUT DOWN YOUR COMPUTER THROUGH THE START MENU Dell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your...
... your computer. BACK UP YOUR FILES IMMEDIATELY USE A VIRUS-SCANNING PROGRAM TO CHECK THE HARD DRIVE, FLOPPY DISKS, CDS, OR DVDS SAVE AND CLOSE ANY OPEN FILES OR PROGRAMS AND SHUT DOWN YOUR COMPUTER THROUGH THE START MENU Dell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your...
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... disc is recommended that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run the Dell Diagnostics before you begin. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is connected to wait until you see "Contacting Dell" in one of your hard drive. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen...
... disc is recommended that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run the Dell Diagnostics before you begin. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is connected to wait until you see "Contacting Dell" in one of your hard drive. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen...
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...If failures are listed, select the version appropriate for one time only. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Optional Drivers and Utilities Disc 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc. 2 Shut down your hard drive. If multiple versions are detected during the Pre-boot System Assessment, write down ...the error code(s) and contact Dell (see the Windows desktop. To stop the assessment and restart the computer, ...
...If failures are listed, select the version appropriate for one time only. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Optional Drivers and Utilities Disc 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc. 2 Shut down your hard drive. If multiple versions are detected during the Pre-boot System Assessment, write down ...the error code(s) and contact Dell (see the Windows desktop. To stop the assessment and restart the computer, ...
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..., 10 R regulatory information, 6 S safety instructions, 6 Service Tag, 7 software problems, 29-30 standby mode about, 24 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc, 32 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive, 31 support website, 8 T troubleshooting Dell Diagnostics, 30 U User's Guide, 6 W warranty information, 6 Windows 2000 hibernate mode, 25 standby mode, 24 36 Index
..., 10 R regulatory information, 6 S safety instructions, 6 Service Tag, 7 software problems, 29-30 standby mode about, 24 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc, 32 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive, 31 support website, 8 T troubleshooting Dell Diagnostics, 30 U User's Guide, 6 W warranty information, 6 Windows 2000 hibernate mode, 25 standby mode, 24 36 Index
User's Guide
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... Computer 93 Security Cable Lock 93 Passwords 93 About Passwords 93 Using a Primary (or System) Password 94 Using an Administrator Password 95 Using a Hard Drive Password 96 Trusted Platform Module (TPM 96 Enabling the TPM Feature 97 Security Management Software 97 Activating the Security Management Software . . 98 Using the ...98 If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen 99 11 Cleaning Your Computer 101 Computer, Keyboard, and Display 101 Touch Pad 101 Floppy Drive 102 CDs and DVDs 102 12 Troubleshooting 103 Dell Technical Update Service 103 Dell Diagnostics 103 Contents 7
... Computer 93 Security Cable Lock 93 Passwords 93 About Passwords 93 Using a Primary (or System) Password 94 Using an Administrator Password 95 Using a Hard Drive Password 96 Trusted Platform Module (TPM 96 Enabling the TPM Feature 97 Security Management Software 97 Activating the Security Management Software . . 98 Using the ...98 If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen 99 11 Cleaning Your Computer 101 Computer, Keyboard, and Display 101 Touch Pad 101 Floppy Drive 102 CDs and DVDs 102 12 Troubleshooting 103 Dell Technical Update Service 103 Dell Diagnostics 103 Contents 7
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When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 103 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive 103 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Optional Drivers and Utilities Media 104 Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 105 Dell Support Utility 107 Accessing the Dell Support Utility 107 Clicking the Dell Support Icon 107 Double-Clicking the Dell Support Icon 108 Solving Problems 108 Drive Problems 108...
When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 103 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive 103 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Optional Drivers and Utilities Media 104 Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 105 Dell Support Utility 107 Accessing the Dell Support Utility 107 Clicking the Dell Support Icon 107 Double-Clicking the Dell Support Icon 108 Solving Problems 108 Drive Problems 108...
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... You Looking For? Online discussion with technical support • Dell Technical Update Service - operation of software and hardware updates for your operating system and support for components, such as the memory, hard drive, and operating system • Customer Care - Upgrade information for processors, optical drives, USB devices, and so on. Service call and order...
... You Looking For? Online discussion with technical support • Dell Technical Update Service - operation of software and hardware updates for your operating system and support for components, such as the memory, hard drive, and operating system • Customer Care - Upgrade information for processors, optical drives, USB devices, and so on. Service call and order...
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... "Power Management Modes" on your Bluetooth wireless technology. Left Side View 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 security cable slot 2 IEEE 1394 Connector 3 PC Card/ExpressCard slot 4 infrared sensor 5 audio connectors (2) 6 hard drive S E C U R I T Y C A B L E S L O T - Turns on when the scroll lock function is installed on page 43). PO WE R B U T T O N - If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button...
... "Power Management Modes" on your Bluetooth wireless technology. Left Side View 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 security cable slot 2 IEEE 1394 Connector 3 PC Card/ExpressCard slot 4 infrared sensor 5 audio connectors (2) 6 hard drive S E C U R I T Y C A B L E S L O T - Turns on when the scroll lock function is installed on page 43). PO WE R B U T T O N - If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button...
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About Your Computer 31 Covers the compartment that contains one memory module, the modem, the WLAN Mini-Card, and the coin-cell battery. Bottom View 1 2 3 7 4 6 5 1 memory 2 module/modem/WLAN Mini-Card/coin-cell battery cover 3 battery charge 4 gauge/health gauge 5 docking-device connector 6 7 hard drive battery-bay latch release battery air vents MEMORY MODULE/MODEM/WLAN MINI-CARD/COIN-CELL BATTERY COVER -
About Your Computer 31 Covers the compartment that contains one memory module, the modem, the WLAN Mini-Card, and the coin-cell battery. Bottom View 1 2 3 7 4 6 5 1 memory 2 module/modem/WLAN Mini-Card/coin-cell battery cover 3 battery charge 4 gauge/health gauge 5 docking-device connector 6 7 hard drive battery-bay latch release battery air vents MEMORY MODULE/MODEM/WLAN MINI-CARD/COIN-CELL BATTERY COVER -
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Power Management Modes Standby and Sleep Mode Standby mode (sleep mode in Microsoft Windows Vista®) conserves power by turning off the display and the hard drive after a predetermined period of the following methods: • Press the power button. • Close the display. • Press . Hibernate Mode ... on how you may lose data. To exit standby or sleep mode, press the power button or open the display, depending on the hard drive and then completely turning off computer, and then click Stand by pressing a key or touching the touch pad. NOTICE: You cannot remove ...
Power Management Modes Standby and Sleep Mode Standby mode (sleep mode in Microsoft Windows Vista®) conserves power by turning off the display and the hard drive after a predetermined period of the following methods: • Press the power button. • Close the display. • Press . Hibernate Mode ... on how you may lose data. To exit standby or sleep mode, press the power button or open the display, depending on the hard drive and then completely turning off computer, and then click Stand by pressing a key or touching the touch pad. NOTICE: You cannot remove ...
User's Guide
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... computer does not ship with the device. Securing Your Computer 93 A primary (or system) password, an administrator password, and a hard drive password all prevent unauthorized access to the security cable slot on your Dell™ computer. For more information, see the instructions included with a security cable lock. To use the lock, attach it...
... computer does not ship with the device. Securing Your Computer 93 A primary (or system) password, an administrator password, and a hard drive password all prevent unauthorized access to the security cable slot on your Dell™ computer. For more information, see the instructions included with a security cable lock. To use the lock, attach it...
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.... • Do not share passwords with encryption features. NOTE: Some hard drives do not write down , however, ensure that you forget any of your passwords, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your hard drive or external hard drive (if one is being used) from unauthorized access. Using a Primary ...using passwords, observe the following guidelines: • Choose passwords that the password is stored in your computer or hard drive. For your protection, Dell technical support staff will ask you must assign a primary password at the prompt. 94 Securing Your Computer When you...
.... • Do not share passwords with encryption features. NOTE: Some hard drives do not write down , however, ensure that you forget any of your passwords, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your hard drive or external hard drive (if one is being used) from unauthorized access. Using a Primary ...using passwords, observe the following guidelines: • Choose passwords that the password is stored in your computer or hard drive. For your protection, Dell technical support staff will ask you must assign a primary password at the prompt. 94 Securing Your Computer When you...
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...Password The administrator password is also disabled. The Configure Setup option allows you can assign identical administrator passwords to the hard drive when a hard drive password is also disabled. Whenever you are prompted to enter the primary password, you to restrict access to system setup... minutes, the computer returns to assign a unique primary password. If you have both , contact your system administrator or contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 149). The computer does not specifically prompt you set or change passwords, access User Accounts from the Control Panel...
...Password The administrator password is also disabled. The Configure Setup option allows you can assign identical administrator passwords to the hard drive when a hard drive password is also disabled. Whenever you are prompted to enter the primary password, you to restrict access to system setup... minutes, the computer returns to assign a unique primary password. If you have both , contact your system administrator or contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 149). The computer does not specifically prompt you set or change passwords, access User Accounts from the Control Panel...
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...in when you turned it each time you that can be the same as or different from the password for the primary hard drive. If the hard drive password is invalid. Trusted Platform Module (TPM) NOTE: Computers shipping into China and Russia are the same, the computer...96 Securing Your Computer If the Boot First Device option is assigned. Press to the hard drive when a hard drive password is not set to normal operation from unauthorized access. If the hard drive password, the external hard-drive password, and the primary password are not equipped with no more than eight characters)...
...in when you turned it each time you that can be the same as or different from the password for the primary hard drive. If the hard drive password is invalid. Trusted Platform Module (TPM) NOTE: Computers shipping into China and Russia are the same, the computer...96 Securing Your Computer If the Boot First Device option is assigned. Press to the hard drive when a hard drive password is not set to normal operation from unauthorized access. If the hard drive password, the external hard-drive password, and the primary password are not equipped with no more than eight characters)...
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... located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on page 149). When to support.dell.com/technicalupdate. NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on page 113 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you experience a problem with your hard drive. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is optional and may not ship with your computer, perform the...
... located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on page 149). When to support.dell.com/technicalupdate. NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on page 113 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you experience a problem with your hard drive. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is optional and may not ship with your computer, perform the...