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What Are You Looking For? • How to remove and replace parts • Specifications • How to configure system settings • How to direct your computer. NOTE: The Microsoft Windows License label has been redesigned with a hole, or "security ... Microsoft® Windows® License These labels are located on your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact support. • Enter the Express Service Code to troubleshoot and solve problems • Service Tag and Express Service Code • Microsoft Windows...
What Are You Looking For? • How to remove and replace parts • Specifications • How to configure system settings • How to direct your computer. NOTE: The Microsoft Windows License label has been redesigned with a hole, or "security ... Microsoft® Windows® License These labels are located on your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact support. • Enter the Express Service Code to troubleshoot and solve problems • Service Tag and Express Service Code • Microsoft Windows...
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... on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers • Downloads - Service call and order status, warranty, and repair information • Service and support - NSS provides critical updates for your computer. support.dell.com NOTE: Select your region ...; Reference - Quick Reference Guide 7 Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Notebook System Software (NSS)- Frequently asked questions Dell Support Website - Upgrade information for correct operation of your User's Guide. • How to use Windows operating systems • How...
... on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers • Downloads - Service call and order status, warranty, and repair information • Service and support - NSS provides critical updates for your computer. support.dell.com NOTE: Select your region ...; Reference - Quick Reference Guide 7 Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Notebook System Software (NSS)- Frequently asked questions Dell Support Website - Upgrade information for correct operation of your User's Guide. • How to use Windows operating systems • How...
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... battery charge is too hot to 100 percent in your User's Guide. Low-Battery Warning NOTICE: To avoid losing or corrupting data, save your Dell™ computer. The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery from the electrical outlet and allow the computer and the battery to cool to an electrical... the computer to 80 percent in about the battery operating time. Then connect the computer to an electrical outlet to an electrical outlet. See "Specifications" in a hot environment, the battery may increase the risk of power, hibernate mode begins automatically.
... battery charge is too hot to 100 percent in your User's Guide. Low-Battery Warning NOTICE: To avoid losing or corrupting data, save your Dell™ computer. The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery from the electrical outlet and allow the computer and the battery to cool to an electrical... the computer to 80 percent in about the battery operating time. Then connect the computer to an electrical outlet to an electrical outlet. See "Specifications" in a hot environment, the battery may increase the risk of power, hibernate mode begins automatically.
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... for your User's Guide). Write down the error code and problem description, and follow the instructions on your computer. 7 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you to run . Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the problem description. 20 Quick... Tree Function Performs a quick test of the test and any error conditions encountered. Tests a specific device. NOTE: The Service Tag for your part. Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for the option you cannot...
... for your User's Guide). Write down the error code and problem description, and follow the instructions on your computer. 7 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you to run . Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the problem description. 20 Quick... Tree Function Performs a quick test of the test and any error conditions encountered. Tests a specific device. NOTE: The Service Tag for your part. Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for the option you cannot...
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Only 201 FCC Class B 201 11 16 Dell™ QuickSet 177 17 Traveling With Your Computer 179 Identifying Your Computer 179 Packing the Computer 179 Travel Tips 180 Traveling by Air 181 18 Specifications 183 19 Getting Help 193 Obtaining Assistance 193 Technical Support and Customer Service 194 DellConnect 194 Online Services 194 AutoTech Service 195 Automated Order-Status Service 195 Problems With Your Order 195 Product Information 196 Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit 196 Before You Call 196 Contacting Dell 199 20 Appendix 201 FCC Notice (U.S.
Only 201 FCC Class B 201 11 16 Dell™ QuickSet 177 17 Traveling With Your Computer 179 Identifying Your Computer 179 Packing the Computer 179 Travel Tips 180 Traveling by Air 181 18 Specifications 183 19 Getting Help 193 Obtaining Assistance 193 Technical Support and Customer Service 194 DellConnect 194 Online Services 194 AutoTech Service 195 Automated Order-Status Service 195 Problems With Your Order 195 Product Information 196 Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit 196 Before You Call 196 Contacting Dell 199 20 Appendix 201 FCC Notice (U.S.
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.... NSS is necessary for correct operation of software and hardware updates for your region or business segment to support.dell.com, select your computer configuration, product region or business segment, and enter specifications, and white papers your computer • Reference - The software automatically detects your computer and operating system and installs the...
.... NSS is necessary for correct operation of software and hardware updates for your region or business segment to support.dell.com, select your computer configuration, product region or business segment, and enter specifications, and white papers your computer • Reference - The software automatically detects your computer and operating system and installs the...
User's Guide
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... adjusting the refresh rate on , the image may no longer be installed. In pan 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. NOTE: Use only the...can damage an external monitor by the display, the computer enters pan mode. Switching the Video Image When you start the computer with your Dell-installed operating system. Using the Display 57 Press to offer the best performance with an external device (such as an external monitor or projector...
... adjusting the refresh rate on , the image may no longer be installed. In pan 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. NOTE: Use only the...can damage an external monitor by the display, the computer enters pan mode. Switching the Video Image When you start the computer with your Dell-installed operating system. Using the Display 57 Press to offer the best performance with an external device (such as an external monitor or projector...
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... appear, you may have a wireless network card. Setting Up a New WLAN Using a Wireless Router and a Broadband Modem 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about the wireless network card: 1 Right-click Wireless Network Connection. 2 Click Properties. If Wireless Network Connection appears, you have wired Internet access through your...
... appear, you may have a wireless network card. Setting Up a New WLAN Using a Wireless Router and a Broadband Modem 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about the wireless network card: 1 Right-click Wireless Network Connection. 2 Click Properties. If Wireless Network Connection appears, you have wired Internet access through your...
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... a wireless network in your computer, see "Checking Your Wireless Network Card" on page 63. Your wireless network card requires specific software and drivers for connecting to get more information about how to prepare for connecting your computer to open the wireless network ... the software installed on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com. The software is managing your wireless network card in Windows Vista: 1 Click Start→ Connect To→ Manage wireless networks. 2 Double-click a profile to a WLAN. Specific network names and configuration details vary...
... a wireless network in your computer, see "Checking Your Wireless Network Card" on page 63. Your wireless network card requires specific software and drivers for connecting to get more information about how to prepare for connecting your computer to open the wireless network ... the software installed on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com. The software is managing your wireless network card in Windows Vista: 1 Click Start→ Connect To→ Manage wireless networks. 2 Double-click a profile to a WLAN. Specific network names and configuration details vary...
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...computer within the range of your computer is not configured) is detected in the taskbar and select Hotkey Popups. For specific information about the Dell QuickSet wireless activity indicator, rightclick the QuickSet icon in the taskbar and select Help. The wireless activity indicator displays whether...documentation in any utility prompts that you selected, another pop-up notifies you must enter a WEP or WPA key when prompted. Dell cannot provide this information. Follow the instructions provided in the Windows Help and Support Center (click Start→ Help and Support...
...computer within the range of your computer is not configured) is detected in the taskbar and select Hotkey Popups. For specific information about the Dell QuickSet wireless activity indicator, rightclick the QuickSet icon in the taskbar and select Help. The wireless activity indicator displays whether...documentation in any utility prompts that you selected, another pop-up notifies you must enter a WEP or WPA key when prompted. Dell cannot provide this information. Follow the instructions provided in the Windows Help and Support Center (click Start→ Help and Support...
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... a Mobile Broadband Network Connection NOTE: Depending on your computer, you need a SIM card. To determine your computer configuration, see the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility user's guide for instructions. What You Need to 1000 feet. Mobile Broadband (or Wireless Wide Area Network) ... known as the computer is corrupted or deleted from your cellular phone in a specific geographical location, that location may not necessarily be within a cellular-data coverage zone. Checking Your Dell Mobile Broadband Card Depending on the media that accompanied your card if purchased separately ...
... a Mobile Broadband Network Connection NOTE: Depending on your computer, you need a SIM card. To determine your computer configuration, see the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility user's guide for instructions. What You Need to 1000 feet. Mobile Broadband (or Wireless Wide Area Network) ... known as the computer is corrupted or deleted from your cellular phone in a specific geographical location, that location may not necessarily be within a cellular-data coverage zone. Checking Your Dell Mobile Broadband Card Depending on the media that accompanied your card if purchased separately ...
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...page 26. Microsoft® Windows® Firewall Windows Firewall provides basic protection from unauthorized access to your computer while it is configured through Dell QuickSet, right-click the QuickSet icon in standby mode, as long as the switch is connected to appear. While working in the system .... Windows Firewall is designed not to the Internet. For more information on the Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator and to scan specifically for WiFi WLAN in the "momentary" position for virus-checking software. NOTE: Enabling Windows Firewall does not reduce the need for a few ...
...page 26. Microsoft® Windows® Firewall Windows Firewall provides basic protection from unauthorized access to your computer while it is configured through Dell QuickSet, right-click the QuickSet icon in standby mode, as long as the switch is connected to appear. While working in the system .... Windows Firewall is designed not to the Internet. For more information on the Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator and to scan specifically for WiFi WLAN in the "momentary" position for virus-checking software. NOTE: Enabling Windows Firewall does not reduce the need for a few ...
User's Guide
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...the Control Panel. If you forget any of security for proof of your identity to computers for the administrator password. For your protection, Dell technical support staff will ask you for data in a secure place. • Do not share passwords with encryption features. When you .... If you do not enter a password within 2 minutes, the computer returns to groups of the primary password. The computer does not specifically prompt you for repair or reconfiguration. To set or change passwords, access User Accounts from unauthorized access. If you require more security, obtain...
...the Control Panel. If you forget any of security for proof of your identity to computers for the administrator password. For your protection, Dell technical support staff will ask you for data in a secure place. • Do not share passwords with encryption features. When you .... If you do not enter a password within 2 minutes, the computer returns to groups of the primary password. The computer does not specifically prompt you for repair or reconfiguration. To set or change passwords, access User Accounts from unauthorized access. If you require more security, obtain...
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Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners, which may contain flammable substances. • Use a can also use products specifically designed for the monitor's antistatic coating. • Wipe the keyboard, computer, and monitor plastics with a soft cleaning cloth moistened with a solution of three parts water ...
Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners, which may contain flammable substances. • Use a can also use products specifically designed for the monitor's antistatic coating. • Wipe the keyboard, computer, and monitor plastics with a soft cleaning cloth moistened with a solution of three parts water ...
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... typically takes 1 hour or more information. Tests a specific device. Option Express Test Extended Test Custom Test Symptom Tree Function Performs a quick test of the test and any error conditions encountered. 104 Troubleshooting Performs a thorough check of the problem. Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears...
... typically takes 1 hour or more information. Tests a specific device. Option Express Test Extended Test Custom Test Symptom Tree Function Performs a quick test of the test and any error conditions encountered. 104 Troubleshooting Performs a thorough check of the problem. Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears...
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...problems" on the disk, or the disk is usually followed by specific information-for example, Printer out of memory recorded in NVRAM does not match the memory installed in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Drive Problems" on page 101). The hard ... a hard drive in filenames. Reinsert the card or try another PC Card (see "Hard drive problems" on page 82). If the error appears again, contact Dell (see "Memory Problems" on page 193). T H E F I L E B E I N G C O P I E D I S T O O L A R G E F O R T H E D E S T I N A T I O N D R I L U R E 0 - A FILENAME CANNOT CONTAIN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING...
...problems" on the disk, or the disk is usually followed by specific information-for example, Printer out of memory recorded in NVRAM does not match the memory installed in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Drive Problems" on page 101). The hard ... a hard drive in filenames. Reinsert the card or try another PC Card (see "Hard drive problems" on page 82). If the error appears again, contact Dell (see "Memory Problems" on page 193). T H E F I L E B E I N G C O P I E D I S T O O L A R G E F O R T H E D E S T I N A T I O N D R I L U R E 0 - A FILENAME CANNOT CONTAIN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING...
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You may have a defective sector or corrupted FAT on the hard drive. The operating system cannot find a specific track on the hard drive. Run the System Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "System Setup Program" on page 101). 114 Troubleshooting If the problem persists, try to remove. 4 Click... Help and Support Center (click Start→ Help and Support). A chip on the hard drive. OF - If the message reappears, contact Dell (see "Dell Diagnostics" on the hard drive. Run the System Set tests in the system setup program does not match the system clock. 1 Click the Start...
You may have a defective sector or corrupted FAT on the hard drive. The operating system cannot find a specific track on the hard drive. Run the System Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "System Setup Program" on page 101). 114 Troubleshooting If the problem persists, try to remove. 4 Click... Help and Support Center (click Start→ Help and Support). A chip on the hard drive. OF - If the message reappears, contact Dell (see "Dell Diagnostics" on the hard drive. Run the System Set tests in the system setup program does not match the system clock. 1 Click the Start...
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... can change the boot sequence on a one-time-only basis, see "Performing a One-Time Boot" on page 137. the lower-right corner displays information about a specific item on the screen. NOTE: To change settings that may be installed in your computer and try again. The Boot Order page displays a general list... functions are listed at the left. Commonly Used Options Certain options require that you see the Help area on (or restart) your computer. 2 When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately.
... can change the boot sequence on a one-time-only basis, see "Performing a One-Time Boot" on page 137. the lower-right corner displays information about a specific item on the screen. NOTE: To change settings that may be installed in your computer and try again. The Boot Order page displays a general list... functions are listed at the left. Commonly Used Options Certain options require that you see the Help area on (or restart) your computer. 2 When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately.
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... preferred language for the driver or utility (if available). 4 At the welcome screen, click Next and wait for the specific drivers and utilities used by your computer. 6 Click the link of a specific driver or utility to display information about the driver or utility that driver. 142 Reinstalling Software If instructed to navigate...
... preferred language for the driver or utility (if available). 4 At the welcome screen, click Next and wait for the specific drivers and utilities used by your computer. 6 Click the link of a specific driver or utility to display information about the driver or utility that driver. 142 Reinstalling Software If instructed to navigate...
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... computer, click Continue; otherwise, contact your computer. If you are installing the driver. 4 Click the Driver tab→ Update Driver. 5 Click Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)→ Next. 6 Click Browse and browse to the location to which you previously copied the driver files. 7 When the name of the appropriate...
... computer, click Continue; otherwise, contact your computer. If you are installing the driver. 4 Click the Driver tab→ Update Driver. 5 Click Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)→ Next. 6 Click Browse and browse to the location to which you previously copied the driver files. 7 When the name of the appropriate...