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...technical changes to your computer. Finding Information NOTE: Some features may not be included on the optional Drivers and Utilities CD. You can be found at support.dell.com. The User's Guide is optional and may not ship with your computer or advanced technical-... Guide • How to remove and replace parts • Specifications • How to configure system settings • How to reinstall drivers, run the Dell Diagnostics, or access your computer. NOTE: Additional information may be available for my computer • My computer documentation • My device...
...technical changes to your computer. Finding Information NOTE: Some features may not be included on the optional Drivers and Utilities CD. You can be found at support.dell.com. The User's Guide is optional and may not ship with your computer or advanced technical-... Guide • How to remove and replace parts • Specifications • How to configure system settings • How to reinstall drivers, run the Dell Diagnostics, or access your computer. NOTE: Additional information may be available for my computer • My computer documentation • My device...
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Upgrade information for correct operation of your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your Dell computer. Service call and order status, warranty, and repair information • Service and support - Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Notebook System Software (NSS) - Computer documentation, details on the bottom of your computer when you...
Upgrade information for correct operation of your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your Dell computer. Service call and order status, warranty, and repair information • Service and support - Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Notebook System Software (NSS) - Computer documentation, details on the bottom of your computer when you...
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... and Support. 2 Type a word or phrase that describes your problem and click the arrow icon. 3 Click the topic that came with your Latitude User's Guide for the devices that describes your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on your computer. To reinstall your computer. NOTE: The color of... How to use Windows XP • Documentation for my computer • Documentation for devices (such as a modem) • How to reinstall drivers for instructions. Your operating system product key label is optional and may not ship with your operating system, use the Operating System CD.
... and Support. 2 Type a word or phrase that describes your problem and click the arrow icon. 3 Click the topic that came with your Latitude User's Guide for the devices that describes your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on your computer. To reinstall your computer. NOTE: The color of... How to use Windows XP • Documentation for my computer • Documentation for devices (such as a modem) • How to reinstall drivers for instructions. Your operating system product key label is optional and may not ship with your operating system, use the Operating System CD.
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... until the computer turns off. C H E C K T H E S O F T W A R E D O C U M E N T A T I Z A R D - Other software problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • Ensure that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on your keyboard or moving your computer. The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so it runs in...
... until the computer turns off. C H E C K T H E S O F T W A R E D O C U M E N T A T I Z A R D - Other software problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • Ensure that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on your keyboard or moving your computer. The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so it runs in...
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... to the Internet, your computer, perform the checks in "Solving Problems" and run successfully, the error condition is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on Dell computers. www.dell.com | support.dell.com SAVE AND CLOSE ANY OPEN FILES OR PROGRAMS AND SHUT DOWN YOUR COMPUTER THROUGH THE Start MENU S C A N T H E C O M P U T E ...begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities CD (also known as the ResourceCD). If you are experiencing slow computer performance, you frequently receive pop...
... to the Internet, your computer, perform the checks in "Solving Problems" and run successfully, the error condition is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on Dell computers. www.dell.com | support.dell.com SAVE AND CLOSE ANY OPEN FILES OR PROGRAMS AND SHUT DOWN YOUR COMPUTER THROUGH THE Start MENU S C A N T H E C O M P U T E ...begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities CD (also known as the ResourceCD). If you are experiencing slow computer performance, you frequently receive pop...
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...boot menu. 5 Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the diagnostics utility partition on the computer. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities CD 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD. 2 Shut down your computer and try again. 5 When the boot device list appears, highlight...any questions that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run the Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities CD. To stop the assessment and restart the computer, press ; When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. If you wait too long and the Windows logo ...
...boot menu. 5 Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the diagnostics utility partition on the computer. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities CD 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD. 2 Shut down your computer and try again. 5 When the boot device list appears, highlight...any questions that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run the Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities CD. To stop the assessment and restart the computer, press ; When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. If you wait too long and the Windows logo ...
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... system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the following table for running the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities CD, remove the CD. 5 When the tests are completed, if you run a test from the Custom Test or Symptom... Tree option, click the applicable tab described in the left pane of the test and any error conditions encountered. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information...
... system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the following table for running the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities CD, remove the CD. 5 When the tests are completed, if you run a test from the Custom Test or Symptom... Tree option, click the applicable tab described in the left pane of the test and any error conditions encountered. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information...
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... system, 7 computer crashes, 20-21 slow performance, 22 stops responding, 20 D Dell support site, 6 Dell Diagnostics, 22 Dell Premier Support website, 5-6 diagnostics Dell, 22 Drivers and Utilities CD, 5 documentation device, 5 online, 6 ResourceCD, 5 System Information Guide, 5 User's Guide, 5 drivers ResourceCD, 5 Drivers and Utilities CD, 5 F Finding Information, 5 H hardware Dell Diagnostics, 22 Help and Support Center, 7 L labels Microsoft Windows, 6 Service Tag...
... system, 7 computer crashes, 20-21 slow performance, 22 stops responding, 20 D Dell support site, 6 Dell Diagnostics, 22 Dell Premier Support website, 5-6 diagnostics Dell, 22 Drivers and Utilities CD, 5 documentation device, 5 online, 6 ResourceCD, 5 System Information Guide, 5 User's Guide, 5 drivers ResourceCD, 5 Drivers and Utilities CD, 5 F Finding Information, 5 H hardware Dell Diagnostics, 22 Help and Support Center, 7 L labels Microsoft Windows, 6 Service Tag...
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... drive while the computer is fully seated. 2. Replace and tighten the screws. 3. Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Latitude™ D610 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Installing the Hard Drive CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from sources other than... your User's Guide. For instructions, see "Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XP" in the Product Information Guide. Turn the computer over. For instructions, see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" in "Preparing to remove the two M3 x 3- NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile; mm screws. 1 M3 x 3-mm screws (2)...
... drive while the computer is fully seated. 2. Replace and tighten the screws. 3. Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Latitude™ D610 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Installing the Hard Drive CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from sources other than... your User's Guide. For instructions, see "Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XP" in the Product Information Guide. Turn the computer over. For instructions, see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" in "Preparing to remove the two M3 x 3- NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile; mm screws. 1 M3 x 3-mm screws (2)...
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Back to Contents Page Install the drivers and utilities for your computer. 5. Press the hard drive cover down until it is fully seated in the bay, and tighten the screws. 6. Install the operating system for your computer. 7.
Back to Contents Page Install the drivers and utilities for your computer. 5. Press the hard drive cover down until it is fully seated in the bay, and tighten the screws. 6. Install the operating system for your computer. 7.
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... open or close it up , in the Volume Control column and slide it . Click the Start button, point to copy CDs, see the optional Drivers and Utilities CD. 4. The Volume Meter displays the current volume level, including mute, on the screen. NOTICE: Do not move the computer when you...When the speakers are muted, you do not hear the CD or DVD playing. 1. Back to Contents Page Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Dell™ Latitude™ D610 User's Guide Playing a CD or DVD Adjusting the Volume Adjusting the Picture Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device Playing a CD or ...
... open or close it up , in the Volume Control column and slide it . Click the Start button, point to copy CDs, see the optional Drivers and Utilities CD. 4. The Volume Meter displays the current volume level, including mute, on the screen. NOTICE: Do not move the computer when you...When the speakers are muted, you do not hear the CD or DVD playing. 1. Back to Contents Page Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Dell™ Latitude™ D610 User's Guide Playing a CD or DVD Adjusting the Volume Adjusting the Picture Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device Playing a CD or ...
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4. Click the DVD Audio Setting icon. 6. Enabling S/PDIF in the Windows Audio Driver NOTE: Enabling S/PDIF in the Windows notification area. 2. Click the Options menu and then click Advanced Controls. 3. Click the DVD option. 5. Click the arrows beside ...
4. Click the DVD Audio Setting icon. 6. Enabling S/PDIF in the Windows Audio Driver NOTE: Enabling S/PDIF in the Windows notification area. 2. Click the Options menu and then click Advanced Controls. 3. Click the DVD option. 5. Click the arrows beside ...
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...; logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you experience a problem with your optional Drivers and Utilities CD. Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD. Back to Contents Page Using the Dell Diagnostics Dell™ Latitude™ D610 User's Guide Dell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you contact Dell for instructions. 3. When the boot device list appears, highlight Diagnostics and press . Starting the...
...; logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you experience a problem with your optional Drivers and Utilities CD. Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD. Back to Contents Page Using the Dell Diagnostics Dell™ Latitude™ D610 User's Guide Dell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you contact Dell for instructions. 3. When the boot device list appears, highlight Diagnostics and press . Starting the...
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...to run a test from the optional Drivers and Utilities CD, remove the CD. 5. When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive and press . 4. Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the CD boot menu. 5. When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the ...completed, if you to Contents Page 2. Write down and restart the computer. NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for running the Dell Diagnostics from the Custom Test or Symptom Tree option, click the applicable tab described in system setup. 3. Errors Displays error conditions encountered, error...
...to run a test from the optional Drivers and Utilities CD, remove the CD. 5. When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive and press . 4. Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the CD boot menu. 5. When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the ...completed, if you to Contents Page 2. Write down and restart the computer. NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for running the Dell Diagnostics from the Custom Test or Symptom Tree option, click the applicable tab described in system setup. 3. Errors Displays error conditions encountered, error...
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...external device does not change any of the default display settings, make a note of your Dell-installed operating system. Back to Contents Page Using the Display Dell™ Latitude™ D610 User's Guide Adjusting Brightness Switching the Video Image Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate Dual ...projectors that usually appears at a specific resolution, both the graphics card and the display must support the program, and the necessary video drivers must be displayed at one time. In the Display Properties window, click the Settings tab. 5. If the video resolution setting is...
...external device does not change any of the default display settings, make a note of your Dell-installed operating system. Back to Contents Page Using the Display Dell™ Latitude™ D610 User's Guide Adjusting Brightness Switching the Video Image Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate Dual ...projectors that usually appears at a specific resolution, both the graphics card and the display must support the program, and the necessary video drivers must be displayed at one time. In the Display Properties window, click the Settings tab. 5. If the video resolution setting is...
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... has an exclamation point (a yellow circle with a [!]) on the device icon. All devices require a driver program. l Reinstall your Microsoft® Windows® operating system. Scroll down the list to Contents Page Reinstalling Software Dell™ Latitude™ D610 User's Guide Drivers Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore Reinstalling...
... has an exclamation point (a yellow circle with a [!]) on the device icon. All devices require a driver program. l Reinstall your Microsoft® Windows® operating system. Scroll down the list to Contents Page Reinstalling Software Dell™ Latitude™ D610 User's Guide Drivers Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore Reinstalling...
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...and then double-click the autorcd.exe file. Click OK, and follow the screen prompts to display the files associated with the driver installation. 1. Click Next. After the CD completes the hardware scan, you must first enable the infrared sensor in the previous section...System. 4. In the System Properties window, click the Hardware tab. 5. Click Device Manager. 6. Click the Drivers tab. 8. Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD. The first time that driver. From the Language drop-down menus. The CD automatically scans your hardware to your preferred language for example, ...
...and then double-click the autorcd.exe file. Click OK, and follow the screen prompts to display the files associated with the driver installation. 1. Click Next. After the CD completes the hardware scan, you must first enable the infrared sensor in the previous section...System. 4. In the System Properties window, click the Hardware tab. 5. Click Device Manager. 6. Click the Drivers tab. 8. Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD. The first time that driver. From the Language drop-down menus. The CD automatically scans your hardware to your preferred language for example, ...
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...the restoration. Click Hardware Troubleshooter in the Search field and click the arrow to return your computer. NOTICE: Make regular backups of the appropriate driver appears, click Next. 10. Follow the instructions on my computer, and click Next. If a calendar date has only one restore point,...Help and Support Center for the Windows default view, so they may not work if you prefer. 5. System Restore does not monitor your Dell™ computer to resolve a hardware conflict on the screen. NOTE: The procedures in this document were written for information on using a different...
...the restoration. Click Hardware Troubleshooter in the Search field and click the arrow to return your computer. NOTICE: Make regular backups of the appropriate driver appears, click Next. 10. Follow the instructions on my computer, and click Next. If a calendar date has only one restore point,...Help and Support Center for the Windows default view, so they may not work if you prefer. 5. System Restore does not monitor your Dell™ computer to resolve a hardware conflict on the screen. NOTE: The procedures in this document were written for information on using a different...
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... before you to the operating state it was in the following items: l Dell™ Operating System CD l Dell Drivers and Utilities CD NOTE: The optional Drivers and Utilities CD contains drivers that Turn off System Restore is unchecked. The reinstallation process can overwrite files ...® System Tools, and then click System Restore. 2. Therefore, do not reinstall Windows XP unless a Dell technical support representative instructs you installed the new device driver. Enabling System Restore If you reinstall Windows XP. Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2. Click...
... before you to the operating state it was in the following items: l Dell™ Operating System CD l Dell Drivers and Utilities CD NOTE: The optional Drivers and Utilities CD contains drivers that Turn off System Restore is unchecked. The reinstallation process can overwrite files ...® System Tools, and then click System Restore. 2. Therefore, do not reinstall Windows XP unless a Dell technical support representative instructs you installed the new device driver. Enabling System Restore If you reinstall Windows XP. Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2. Click...
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Reinstall your programs. NOTE: To reinstall and activate your virus protection software. 21. Back to Contents Page 19. Reinstall the appropriate drivers with the Drivers and Utilities CD. 20. Reinstall your Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works Suite programs, you need the Product Key number located on the back of the Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works Suite CD sleeve.
Reinstall your programs. NOTE: To reinstall and activate your virus protection software. 21. Back to Contents Page 19. Reinstall the appropriate drivers with the Drivers and Utilities CD. 20. Reinstall your Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works Suite programs, you need the Product Key number located on the back of the Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works Suite CD sleeve.