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... and may not ship with your computer. What Are You Looking For? • A diagnostic program for my computer • Drivers for technicians or experienced users. • Warranty information • Terms and Conditions (U.S. Dell™ Product Information Guide Quick Reference Guide 5 Some features or media may not ship with your computer. NOTE: Additional...
... and may not ship with your computer. What Are You Looking For? • A diagnostic program for my computer • Drivers for technicians or experienced users. • Warranty information • Terms and Conditions (U.S. Dell™ Product Information Guide Quick Reference Guide 5 Some features or media may not ship with your computer. NOTE: Additional...
Quick Reference Guide
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...and white papers • Downloads - Find It Here • Solutions - Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Notebook System Software (NSS)- To download Notebook System Software: 1 Go to support.dell.com, select your region or business segment, and enter your Service Tag. 2... Select Drivers & Downloads and click Go. 3 Click your computing environment, software updates, and relevant self-support...
...and white papers • Downloads - Find It Here • Solutions - Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Notebook System Software (NSS)- To download Notebook System Software: 1 Go to support.dell.com, select your region or business segment, and enter your Service Tag. 2... Select Drivers & Downloads and click Go. 3 Click your computing environment, software updates, and relevant self-support...
Quick Reference Guide
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To view Dell QuickSet Help, right-click the QuickSet icon in your User's Guide. • How to reinstall drivers for the devices that came with your computer. For more information on your computer. See "Restoring Your Operating System" in your computer. Your ... operating system, use the optional Drivers and Utilities media to reinstall my operating system Operating System CD NOTE: The Operating System CD may be optional and may not ship with your User's Guide. Find It Here • Information on network activity, the Power Management Dell QuickSet Help Wizard, hotkeys, and...
To view Dell QuickSet Help, right-click the QuickSet icon in your User's Guide. • How to reinstall drivers for the devices that came with your computer. For more information on your computer. See "Restoring Your Operating System" in your computer. Your ... operating system, use the optional Drivers and Utilities media to reinstall my operating system Operating System CD NOTE: The Operating System CD may be optional and may not ship with your User's Guide. Find It Here • Information on network activity, the Power Management Dell QuickSet Help Wizard, hotkeys, and...
Quick Reference Guide
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...8226; Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to Use the Dell Diagnostics If you contact Dell for the keyword spyware. NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on page 18. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media is optional and may require an upgrade) to a software problem.... USE A VIRUS-SCANNING PROGRAM TO CHECK THE HARD DRIVE, FLOPPY DISKS, OR CDS. Start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. 18 Quick Reference Guide Use an anti-virus program that includes anti-spyware protection (your program may not ...
...8226; Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to Use the Dell Diagnostics If you contact Dell for the keyword spyware. NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on page 18. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media is optional and may require an upgrade) to a software problem.... USE A VIRUS-SCANNING PROGRAM TO CHECK THE HARD DRIVE, FLOPPY DISKS, OR CDS. Start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. 18 Quick Reference Guide Use an anti-virus program that includes anti-spyware protection (your program may not ...
Quick Reference Guide
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... of initial tests of two ways: a Turn on the computer. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. to a docking device (docked), undock it. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities media. 2 Shut down the computer. 2 If the computer is ... to retest the component that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. Then shut down the error code(s) and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" in your User's Guide). NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating...
... of initial tests of two ways: a Turn on the computer. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. to a docking device (docked), undock it. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities media. 2 Shut down the computer. 2 If the computer is ... to retest the component that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. Then shut down the error code(s) and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" in your User's Guide). NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating...
Quick Reference Guide
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The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all devices from the Drivers and Utilities media, remove the media. 5 When the tests are ...test and may not display the names of the screen. Quick Reference Guide 21 To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the test screen to return to your computer or all devices...The device list may indicate requirements for the selected device. Displays your hardware configuration for running the Dell Diagnostics from the system setup program, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information ...
The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all devices from the Drivers and Utilities media, remove the media. 5 When the tests are ...test and may not display the names of the screen. Quick Reference Guide 21 To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the test screen to return to your computer or all devices...The device list may indicate requirements for the selected device. Displays your hardware configuration for running the Dell Diagnostics from the system setup program, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information ...
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..., 15 storing, 16 C CDs operating system, 8 computer crashes, 17 slow performance, 18 stops responding, 17 D Dell Diagnostics about, 18 starting from the Drivers and Utilities media, 19 starting from the hard drive, 19 using, 18 Dell support site, 7 diagnostics Dell, 18 documentation End User License Agreement, 5 ergonomics, 5 online, 7 Product Information Guide, 5 regulatory, 5 safety, 5 User...
..., 15 storing, 16 C CDs operating system, 8 computer crashes, 17 slow performance, 18 stops responding, 17 D Dell Diagnostics about, 18 starting from the Drivers and Utilities media, 19 starting from the hard drive, 19 using, 18 Dell support site, 7 diagnostics Dell, 18 documentation End User License Agreement, 5 ergonomics, 5 online, 7 Product Information Guide, 5 regulatory, 5 safety, 5 User...
User's Guide
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... Lights 99 Diagnostic Light Codes During POST 99 Dell™ Technical Update Service 101 Dell Diagnostics 101 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 102 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive 102 Starting the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities Media 103 Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 104 Dell Support Utility 105 Accessing the Dell Support Utility 105 7
... Lights 99 Diagnostic Light Codes During POST 99 Dell™ Technical Update Service 101 Dell Diagnostics 101 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 102 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive 102 Starting the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities Media 103 Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 104 Dell Support Utility 105 Accessing the Dell Support Utility 105 7
User's Guide
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... System Setup Screens 136 Commonly Used Options 136 Changing the Boot Sequence 136 Changing Printer Modes 138 Changing COM Ports 138 14 Reinstalling Software 139 Drivers 139 What Is a Driver 139 Identifying Drivers 139 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 140 9
... System Setup Screens 136 Commonly Used Options 136 Changing the Boot Sequence 136 Changing Printer Modes 138 Changing COM Ports 138 14 Reinstalling Software 139 Drivers 139 What Is a Driver 139 Identifying Drivers 139 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 140 9
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...; Notebook System Software (NSS) be found at support.dell.com. 14 Finding Information NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can use the media to reinstall drivers (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on your media to provide last-minute updates about technical changes to run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 101). Find It Here •...
...; Notebook System Software (NSS) be found at support.dell.com. 14 Finding Information NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can use the media to reinstall drivers (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on your media to provide last-minute updates about technical changes to run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 101). Find It Here •...
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... information, service call status and support history, service contract, online discussions with other Dell customers • Upgrades - Certified drivers, patches, and software updates 2 Select Drivers & Downloads and click Go. • Notebook System Software (NSS)- NSS provides critical NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface updates for the keyword Notebook System your computer, you reinstall...
... information, service call status and support history, service contract, online discussions with other Dell customers • Upgrades - Certified drivers, patches, and software updates 2 Select Drivers & Downloads and click Go. • Notebook System Software (NSS)- NSS provides critical NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface updates for the keyword Notebook System your computer, you reinstall...
User's Guide
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... system product key label is already installed on page 147). To reinstall your operating system, use the optional Drivers and Utilities media to reinstall drivers for Dell™ Latitude™ D630c computers with your computer. Finding Information 19 NOTE: The color of your media varies based on...: iAMT is available for the devices that came with iAMT capability only. What Are You Looking For? • How to support.dell.com. To view the Systems Management Administrator's Guide, go to reinstall my operating system Find It Here Operating System Media NOTE: The...
... system product key label is already installed on page 147). To reinstall your operating system, use the optional Drivers and Utilities media to reinstall drivers for Dell™ Latitude™ D630c computers with your computer. Finding Information 19 NOTE: The color of your media varies based on...: iAMT is available for the devices that came with iAMT capability only. What Are You Looking For? • How to support.dell.com. To view the Systems Management Administrator's Guide, go to reinstall my operating system Find It Here Operating System Media NOTE: The...
User's Guide
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... operating system. NOTE: As the resolution increases, icons and text appear smaller on the screen. NOTE: Use only the Dell-installed video drivers, which are designed to change any of the default display settings, make a note of the screen, use the touch pad or track stick to switch ... mode, the entire screen cannot be displayed at a specific resolution, both the graphics card and the display must support the program, and the necessary video drivers must be visible.
... operating system. NOTE: As the resolution increases, icons and text appear smaller on the screen. NOTE: Use only the Dell-installed video drivers, which are designed to change any of the default display settings, make a note of the screen, use the touch pad or track stick to switch ... mode, the entire screen cannot be displayed at a specific resolution, both the graphics card and the display must support the program, and the necessary video drivers must be visible.
User's Guide
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... your wireless network card in the user documentation for your computer, see "Checking Your Wireless Network Card" on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com. Specific network names and configuration details vary. To determine which wireless configuration utility is removed or corrupted, follow...a profile to a WLAN. This section provides general procedures for connecting to a network. Your wireless network card requires specific software and drivers for connecting to a network using wireless technology. Verify the type of wireless network card that name on page 63.
... your wireless network card in the user documentation for your computer, see "Checking Your Wireless Network Card" on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com. Specific network names and configuration details vary. To determine which wireless configuration utility is removed or corrupted, follow...a profile to a WLAN. This section provides general procedures for connecting to a network. Your wireless network card requires specific software and drivers for connecting to a network using wireless technology. Verify the type of wireless network card that name on page 63.
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For more information, see the Drivers and Utilities media (the Drivers and Utilities media is optional and may not be available for storing data, to create music media, or to copy media, see the media software ... buttons: Play. Move forward within the current track. NOTE: If you use a module that you follow all copyright laws when you need to install the drivers and software necessary to the next track. Go to play DVDs or write data. To format media for your computer. Fast forward. Advance a single frame...
For more information, see the Drivers and Utilities media (the Drivers and Utilities media is optional and may not be available for storing data, to create music media, or to copy media, see the media software ... buttons: Play. Move forward within the current track. NOTE: If you use a module that you follow all copyright laws when you need to install the drivers and software necessary to the next track. Go to play DVDs or write data. To format media for your computer. Fast forward. Advance a single frame...
User's Guide
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The computer recognizes most PC Cards and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. If the configuration program tells you to load the manufacturer's drivers, use the floppy disk or CD that came with the adapter the same way as a PC Card. (See "PC Cards" on page 81) Using Cards 83 ExpressCards 1 Place the ExpressCard in the adapter (the adapter is included with the ExpressCard). 2 Install the ExpressCard with the PC Card.
The computer recognizes most PC Cards and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. If the configuration program tells you to load the manufacturer's drivers, use the floppy disk or CD that came with the adapter the same way as a PC Card. (See "PC Cards" on page 81) Using Cards 83 ExpressCards 1 Place the ExpressCard in the adapter (the adapter is included with the ExpressCard). 2 Install the ExpressCard with the PC Card.
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NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media is optional and may not ship with your hard drive. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on your computer. NOTE: Before attempting option B, the computer must ...Turn on page 117 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you begin. then, shut down completely. Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. b Press and hold the key while powering the computer on Dell™ computers. When to Use the Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with...
NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media is optional and may not ship with your hard drive. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on your computer. NOTE: Before attempting option B, the computer must ...Turn on page 117 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you begin. then, shut down completely. Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. b Press and hold the key while powering the computer on Dell™ computers. When to Use the Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with...
User's Guide
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... component that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. Press any key to continue. 4 Press any questions that appears and press . 5 Type 1 to start the Dell Diagnostics from the menu that appear. • If a failure ... from CD-ROM option from the diagnostics utility partition on your computer. to proceed. 6 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities Media 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities media. 2 Shut down your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc. • During...
... component that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. Press any key to continue. 4 Press any questions that appears and press . 5 Type 1 to start the Dell Diagnostics from the menu that appear. • If a failure ... from CD-ROM option from the diagnostics utility partition on your computer. to proceed. 6 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities Media 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities media. 2 Shut down your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc. • During...
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Describes the test and may not display the names of all the components installed on your computer or all devices from the Drivers and Utilities media, remove the media. 5 When the tests are complete, close the Main Menu screen. Allows you to the Main... tests, and it displays the information in the device list in your taskbar: 1 Click the Start button and point to Programs. 2 Click Dell Support and point to your hardware configuration for the selected device. Tab Errors Help Configuration Parameters Function (continued) Displays error conditions encountered, error codes...
Describes the test and may not display the names of all the components installed on your computer or all devices from the Drivers and Utilities media, remove the media. 5 When the tests are complete, close the Main Menu screen. Allows you to the Main... tests, and it displays the information in the device list in your taskbar: 1 Click the Start button and point to Programs. 2 Click Dell Support and point to your hardware configuration for the selected device. Tab Errors Help Configuration Parameters Function (continued) Displays error conditions encountered, error codes...
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... SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on your computer. • Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run the...
... SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on your computer. • Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run the...