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... in this document to avoid the problem. Trademarks used in any proprietary interest in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Latitude, and ExpressCharge are trademarks of abbreviations and acronyms, see the Glossary in your online User's Guide.... Model PP04X April 2007 P/N TX419 Rev. If you how to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Abbreviations and Acronyms For a complete list of Dell...
... in this document to avoid the problem. Trademarks used in any proprietary interest in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Latitude, and ExpressCharge are trademarks of abbreviations and acronyms, see the Glossary in your online User's Guide.... Model PP04X April 2007 P/N TX419 Rev. If you how to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Abbreviations and Acronyms For a complete list of Dell...
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... to troubleshoot and solve problems • Service Tag and Express Service Code • Microsoft Windows License Label Find It Here Dell™ Latitude™ User's Guide Microsoft Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click Start or → Help and Support→ Dell User and System Guides→ System Guides. 2 Click the User's Guide for your call...
... to troubleshoot and solve problems • Service Tag and Express Service Code • Microsoft Windows License Label Find It Here Dell™ Latitude™ User's Guide Microsoft Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click Start or → Help and Support→ Dell User and System Guides→ System Guides. 2 Click the User's Guide for your call...
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...Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from the icon in your User's Guide. • How to use Windows XP • How to work with programs and files • How to support.dell.com, select your region or business segment, and enter your Service Tag. 2 Select Drivers & Downloads... and notification system installed on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers • Downloads - The software 1 Go to personalize my desktop Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click Start or → Help and Support. 2 Type a word or phrase that describes your problem and click the...
...Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from the icon in your User's Guide. • How to use Windows XP • How to work with programs and files • How to support.dell.com, select your region or business segment, and enter your Service Tag. 2 Select Drivers & Downloads... and notification system installed on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers • Downloads - The software 1 Go to personalize my desktop Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click Start or → Help and Support. 2 Type a word or phrase that describes your problem and click the...
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... computer. What Are You Looking For? • Information on network activity, the Power Management Wizard, hotkeys, and other items controlled by Dell QuickSet. • How to reinstall drivers for the devices that came with your online User's Guide. For more information on the operating...media to reinstall my operating system Find It Here Dell QuickSet Help To view Dell QuickSet Help, right-click the QuickSet icon in the Microsoft® Windows® taskbar. To reinstall your CD or DVD varies based on Dell QuickSet, see "Dell™ QuickSet" in your computer. Operating System...
... computer. What Are You Looking For? • Information on network activity, the Power Management Wizard, hotkeys, and other items controlled by Dell QuickSet. • How to reinstall drivers for the devices that came with your online User's Guide. For more information on the operating...media to reinstall my operating system Find It Here Dell QuickSet Help To view Dell QuickSet Help, right-click the QuickSet icon in the Microsoft® Windows® taskbar. To reinstall your CD or DVD varies based on Dell QuickSet, see "Dell™ QuickSet" in your computer. Operating System...
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... its charge remaining, four of charge and discharge cycles, batteries lose some charge capacity-or battery health. Checking the Battery Charge The Dell QuickSet Battery Meter, the Microsoft Windows Power Meter window and icon, the battery charge gauge and health gauge, and the low-battery warning provide information on the battery, you can... of the total battery charge. The Battery Meter displays status, battery health, charge level, and charge completion time for the battery in the Microsoft® Windows® taskbar, and click Help. Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter If...
... its charge remaining, four of charge and discharge cycles, batteries lose some charge capacity-or battery health. Checking the Battery Charge The Dell QuickSet Battery Meter, the Microsoft Windows Power Meter window and icon, the battery charge gauge and health gauge, and the low-battery warning provide information on the battery, you can... of the total battery charge. The Battery Meter displays status, battery health, charge level, and charge completion time for the battery in the Microsoft® Windows® taskbar, and click Help. Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter If...
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... lights appear, the battery is in good condition, and more than 60 percent of inactivity (a time-out). By default, a pop-up window warns you leave the computer unattended for at least 3 seconds. Conserving Battery Power Perform the following actions to conserve battery power: • Connect...and hold the status button on page 15 for the battery alarms in Dell QuickSet. Quick Reference Guide 15 To check the battery health using the Battery Meter in QuickSet or the Power Options Properties window. See "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 17 for more information...
... lights appear, the battery is in good condition, and more than 60 percent of inactivity (a time-out). By default, a pop-up window warns you leave the computer unattended for at least 3 seconds. Conserving Battery Power Perform the following actions to conserve battery power: • Connect...and hold the status button on page 15 for the battery alarms in Dell QuickSet. Quick Reference Guide 15 To check the battery health using the Battery Meter in QuickSet or the Power Options Properties window. See "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 17 for more information...
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Press the power button. - When the computer exits hibernate mode, it was in the Power Options Properties window or the QuickSet Power Management Wizard, use one of the following methods: - NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your computer while your computer is ... a key or touching the touch pad or track stick. or • Depending on how you set the power management options in the Power Options Properties window or the QuickSet Power Management Wizard, use one of the following methods to a reserved area on how you set the power management options. Your computer...
Press the power button. - When the computer exits hibernate mode, it was in the Power Options Properties window or the QuickSet Power Management Wizard, use one of the following methods: - NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your computer while your computer is ... a key or touching the touch pad or track stick. or • Depending on how you set the power management options in the Power Options Properties window or the QuickSet Power Management Wizard, use one of the following methods to a reserved area on how you set the power management options. Your computer...
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... battery to an electrical outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. Do not use the QuickSet Power Management Wizard or Windows Power Options Properties to configure the power management settings on the area where you connect the computer to work with a battery, see.... Charge time is connected to 80 percent in about resolving problems with your computer. The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery from Dell. You can use a battery from other external cables from the computer to continue charging the battery. NOTICE: You must remove all...
... battery to an electrical outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. Do not use the QuickSet Power Management Wizard or Windows Power Options Properties to configure the power management settings on the area where you connect the computer to work with a battery, see.... Charge time is connected to 80 percent in about resolving problems with your computer. The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery from Dell. You can use a battery from other external cables from the computer to continue charging the battery. NOTICE: You must remove all...
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...Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in an environment similar to non-Windows XP operating system environments. 1 Click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ Program Compatibility Wizard→ Next... includes installation instructions in its documentation or on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system R U N T H E P R O G R A M C O M P A T I B I L I T Y W I O N - TU R N T H E C O M P U T E R O F F - If you are unable to get a ...
...Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in an environment similar to non-Windows XP operating system environments. 1 Click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ Program Compatibility Wizard→ Next... includes installation instructions in its documentation or on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system R U N T H E P R O G R A M C O M P A T I B I L I T Y W I O N - TU R N T H E C O M P U T E R O F F - If you are unable to get a ...
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...you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; The computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment (PSA), a series of initial tests of the following two ways: a When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. On the next start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility ... NOTE: If you see a message stating that came with your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; NOTE: If you see "Contacting Dell" in your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc. • During the assessment, answer...
...you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; The computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment (PSA), a series of initial tests of the following two ways: a When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. On the next start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility ... NOTE: If you see a message stating that came with your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; NOTE: If you see "Contacting Dell" in your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc. • During the assessment, answer...
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...5 User's Guide, 6 warranty, 5 Drivers and Utilities media, 5 Dell Diagnostics, 20 E End User License Agreement, 5 ergonomics information, 5 H hardware Dell Diagnostics, 20 Help and Support Center, 7 help file Windows Help and Support Center, 7 hibernate mode, 16 L labels Microsoft Windows, 6 Service Tag, 6 O operating system media, 8 reinstalling, 8 ..., 19 computer does not start up, 19 computer stops responding, 19 Dell Diagnostics, 20 lockups, 19 program crashes, 19 program stops responding, 19 programs and Windows compatibility, 19 slow computer performance, 20 software, 19-20 spyware, 20...
...5 User's Guide, 6 warranty, 5 Drivers and Utilities media, 5 Dell Diagnostics, 20 E End User License Agreement, 5 ergonomics information, 5 H hardware Dell Diagnostics, 20 Help and Support Center, 7 help file Windows Help and Support Center, 7 hibernate mode, 16 L labels Microsoft Windows, 6 Service Tag, 6 O operating system media, 8 reinstalling, 8 ..., 19 computer does not start up, 19 computer stops responding, 19 Dell Diagnostics, 20 lockups, 19 program crashes, 19 program stops responding, 19 programs and Windows compatibility, 19 slow computer performance, 20 software, 19-20 spyware, 20...
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Q QuickSet Help, 8 U User's Guide, 6 R regulatory information, 5 S safety instructions, 5 Service Tag, 6 software problems, 19-20 spyware, 20 standby mode about, 15 support website, 7 system views back, 12 bottom, 12 front, 10 left side, 11 right side, 11 W warranty information, 5 Windows XP Help and Support Center, 7 hibernate mode, 16 Program Compatibility Wizard, 19 reinstalling, 8 standby mode, 15 wizards Program Compatibility Wizard, 19 T troubleshooting Dell Diagnostics, 20 Help and Support Center, 7 26 Index
Q QuickSet Help, 8 U User's Guide, 6 R regulatory information, 5 S safety instructions, 5 Service Tag, 6 software problems, 19-20 spyware, 20 standby mode about, 15 support website, 7 system views back, 12 bottom, 12 front, 10 left side, 11 right side, 11 W warranty information, 5 Windows XP Help and Support Center, 7 hibernate mode, 16 Program Compatibility Wizard, 19 reinstalling, 8 standby mode, 15 wizards Program Compatibility Wizard, 19 T troubleshooting Dell Diagnostics, 20 Help and Support Center, 7 26 Index
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...Core, and Celeron are not applicable. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are registered trademarks of abbreviations and acronyms, see "Glossary" on page 149. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2007-2008 Dell...EMC is strictly forbidden. Reproduction in any proprietary interest in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Latitude, ExpressCharge, TravelLite, Strike Zone, Wi-Fi Catcher, and Dell OpenManage are either registered trademarks or trademarks of the U.S. A04 Notes, ...
...Core, and Celeron are not applicable. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are registered trademarks of abbreviations and acronyms, see "Glossary" on page 149. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2007-2008 Dell...EMC is strictly forbidden. Reproduction in any proprietary interest in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Latitude, ExpressCharge, TravelLite, Strike Zone, Wi-Fi Catcher, and Dell OpenManage are either registered trademarks or trademarks of the U.S. A04 Notes, ...
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... System CD 26 Running the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard Without the Operating System CD 27 Windows Vista 28 3 Using a Battery Battery Performance 29 Checking the Battery Charge 30 Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter 30 Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter 30 Charge Gauge 30 Low-Battery Warning 31 Conserving Battery Power 31...
... System CD 26 Running the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard Without the Operating System CD 27 Windows Vista 28 3 Using a Battery Battery Performance 29 Checking the Battery Charge 30 Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter 30 Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter 30 Charge Gauge 30 Low-Battery Warning 31 Conserving Battery Power 31...
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... 34 4 Using the Keyboard Numeric Keypad 35 Key Combinations 35 System Functions 35 Battery 36 Display Functions 36 Power Management 36 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions 36 Touch Pad 37 Customizing the Touch Pad and Track Stick 38 Changing the Track Stick Cap 38 5 Using ...Multimedia Playing CDs or DVDs 41 Adjusting the Volume 42 Volume Control Window 42 Volume Control Buttons 42 Adjusting the Picture 42 6 Using the Display Adjusting Brightness 43 Switching the Video Image From Your Computer Display ...
... 34 4 Using the Keyboard Numeric Keypad 35 Key Combinations 35 System Functions 35 Battery 36 Display Functions 36 Power Management 36 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions 36 Touch Pad 37 Customizing the Touch Pad and Track Stick 38 Changing the Track Stick Cap 38 5 Using ...Multimedia Playing CDs or DVDs 41 Adjusting the Volume 42 Volume Control Window 42 Volume Control Buttons 42 Adjusting the Picture 42 6 Using the Display Adjusting Brightness 43 Switching the Video Image From Your Computer Display ...
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...7 Setting Up and Using Networks Connecting a Network or Broadband Modem Cable 49 Setting Up a Network in Microsoft Windows XP 49 Setting Up a Network in Microsoft Windows Vista 50 Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN 50 What You Need to Establish a WLAN Connection 50 Checking Your Wireless... Network Card 50 Setting Up a New WLAN Using a Wireless Router and a Broadband Modem 51 Connecting to a WLAN 52 Monitoring the Status of Wireless Network Connections Through Dell...
...7 Setting Up and Using Networks Connecting a Network or Broadband Modem Cable 49 Setting Up a Network in Microsoft Windows XP 49 Setting Up a Network in Microsoft Windows Vista 50 Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN 50 What You Need to Establish a WLAN Connection 50 Checking Your Wireless... Network Card 50 Setting Up a New WLAN Using a Wireless Router and a Broadband Modem 51 Connecting to a WLAN 52 Monitoring the Status of Wireless Network Connections Through Dell...
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... 76 Accessing the Dell Support Utility 76 Clicking the Dell Support Icon 76 Double-Clicking the Dell Support Icon 77 Drive Problems 77 CD and DVD drive problems 78 Hard drive problems 78 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 79 Error Messages 80 ... does not start up 85 The computer stops responding 85 A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly 85 A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system 85 A solid blue screen appears 85 Other software problems 85 Memory Problems 86 Network Problems 86 General 86 PC Card or ExpressCard...
... 76 Accessing the Dell Support Utility 76 Clicking the Dell Support Icon 76 Double-Clicking the Dell Support Icon 77 Drive Problems 77 CD and DVD drive problems 78 Hard drive problems 78 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 79 Error Messages 80 ... does not start up 85 The computer stops responding 85 A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly 85 A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system 85 A solid blue screen appears 85 Other software problems 85 Memory Problems 86 Network Problems 86 General 86 PC Card or ExpressCard...
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... 98 13 Reinstalling Software Drivers 99 What Is a Driver 99 Identifying Drivers 99 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 100 Using the Hardware Troubleshooter Tool in Microsoft Windows XP and Windows Vista Operating Systems 102 Restoring Your Operating System 102 Using Microsoft Windows System Restore 103 Using the Operating System CD 104 8 Contents
... 98 13 Reinstalling Software Drivers 99 What Is a Driver 99 Identifying Drivers 99 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 100 Using the Hardware Troubleshooter Tool in Microsoft Windows XP and Windows Vista Operating Systems 102 Restoring Your Operating System 102 Using Microsoft Windows System Restore 103 Using the Operating System CD 104 8 Contents
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...; Ergonomics information • End User License Agreement • Service Tag and Express Service Code • Microsoft Windows License Label NOTE: This document is available as a PDF at support.dell.com. What Are You Looking For? • How to set up my computer • Basic troubleshooting information... the Express Service Code to run the Dell Diagnostics Find It Here Quick Reference Guide NOTE: This document may be optional and may not ship with your computer. Dell™ Product Information Guide Service Tag and Microsoft® Windows® License These labels are located on...
...; Ergonomics information • End User License Agreement • Service Tag and Express Service Code • Microsoft Windows License Label NOTE: This document is available as a PDF at support.dell.com. What Are You Looking For? • How to set up my computer • Basic troubleshooting information... the Express Service Code to run the Dell Diagnostics Find It Here Quick Reference Guide NOTE: This document may be optional and may not ship with your computer. Dell™ Product Information Guide Service Tag and Microsoft® Windows® License These labels are located on...
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... network activity, the Power Management Dell QuickSet Help Wizard, hotkeys, and other items controlled by Dell QuickSet. To reinstall your CD varies based on your computer. To view Dell QuickSet Help, right-click the Quickset icon in the Microsoft® Windows® taskbar. NOTE: The ...color of your operating system, use the Operating System CD (see "Dell™ QuickSet" on page 104). For more information on Dell QuickSet, see "Reinstalling Windows" on page 129. • How to reinstall my operating system Operating System CD NOTE: The ...
... network activity, the Power Management Dell QuickSet Help Wizard, hotkeys, and other items controlled by Dell QuickSet. To reinstall your CD varies based on your computer. To view Dell QuickSet Help, right-click the Quickset icon in the Microsoft® Windows® taskbar. NOTE: The ...color of your operating system, use the Operating System CD (see "Dell™ QuickSet" on page 104). For more information on Dell QuickSet, see "Reinstalling Windows" on page 129. • How to reinstall my operating system Operating System CD NOTE: The ...