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Contents 1 Finding Information 23 Start Button 23 Microsoft Windows Help and Support 24 Windows Vista 25 Windows® XP 25 Control Panel 26 Information About Installed Hardware 26 Device Manager 26 Hardware Devices Installed on Your Computer 27 Programs Installed on Your Computer 28 Wireless Networking 28 Dell Support Website 29 Technical Support 29 Customer Service 30 Warranty Information 30 Dell Forums 31 Contact Us 31 BIOS (System Setup Program) Settings 31 2 Microsoft Windows Desktop 33 Overview 33 Taskbar 34 Contents 3
Contents 1 Finding Information 23 Start Button 23 Microsoft Windows Help and Support 24 Windows Vista 25 Windows® XP 25 Control Panel 26 Information About Installed Hardware 26 Device Manager 26 Hardware Devices Installed on Your Computer 27 Programs Installed on Your Computer 28 Wireless Networking 28 Dell Support Website 29 Technical Support 29 Customer Service 30 Warranty Information 30 Dell Forums 31 Contact Us 31 BIOS (System Setup Program) Settings 31 2 Microsoft Windows Desktop 33 Overview 33 Taskbar 34 Contents 3
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Turning the Touch Pointer On or Off From the Control Panel 63 Turning the Touch Pointer On or Off From the Taskbar 64 Using a USB Pointing Device (Mouse 64 Troubleshooting a USB Pointing Device 64 Keyboard ... 72 For Windows Vista 72 For Windows® XP 72 Setting up Printers 73 Adding a Printer 73 Setting the Default Printer 74 Sharing Printers on a Network 74 Installing a Printer Driver 75 6 Drives and Media 77 Freeing up Hard Drive Space 77 6 Contents
Turning the Touch Pointer On or Off From the Control Panel 63 Turning the Touch Pointer On or Off From the Taskbar 64 Using a USB Pointing Device (Mouse 64 Troubleshooting a USB Pointing Device 64 Keyboard ... 72 For Windows Vista 72 For Windows® XP 72 Setting up Printers 73 Adding a Printer 73 Setting the Default Printer 74 Sharing Printers on a Network 74 Installing a Printer Driver 75 6 Drives and Media 77 Freeing up Hard Drive Space 77 6 Contents
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Using a TV Wizard to Configure Display Settings 248 Getting Help for Video Card Control Panels . . . 249 Troubleshooting Display Settings 249 Where to Find Help 249 Resolving Common Problems 249 17 Security and Privacy 251 Protecting Your Computer-Using...Secure Your Computer 255 Turning On Windows Firewall 255 Encrypting Files and Folders 256 Using Antivirus Software 256 Maintaining Security When Using a Public Wireless Network 256 Reducing the Risk of Getting Computer Viruses . . . 257 Dealing With Cookies 258 Blocking all Cookies 258 Avoiding Spyware and Malware 259 18 Contents
Using a TV Wizard to Configure Display Settings 248 Getting Help for Video Card Control Panels . . . 249 Troubleshooting Display Settings 249 Where to Find Help 249 Resolving Common Problems 249 17 Security and Privacy 251 Protecting Your Computer-Using...Secure Your Computer 255 Turning On Windows Firewall 255 Encrypting Files and Folders 256 Using Antivirus Software 256 Maintaining Security When Using a Public Wireless Network 256 Reducing the Risk of Getting Computer Viruses . . . 257 Dealing With Cookies 258 Blocking all Cookies 258 Avoiding Spyware and Malware 259 18 Contents
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Start button From the Start button menu, you can access: • Microsoft Windows Help and Support • Control Panel • Information About Installed Hardware • Device Manager • Programs Installed on your computer. Finding Information Start Button From ...button to access resources, programs, and specialized tools for managing the way Windows appears and functions on Your Computer • Wireless Networking • Dell Support Website Finding Information 23 The Start button may differ in appearance depending on the version of Windows, but it is consistently ...
Start button From the Start button menu, you can access: • Microsoft Windows Help and Support • Control Panel • Information About Installed Hardware • Device Manager • Programs Installed on your computer. Finding Information Start Button From ...button to access resources, programs, and specialized tools for managing the way Windows appears and functions on Your Computer • Wireless Networking • Dell Support Website Finding Information 23 The Start button may differ in appearance depending on the version of Windows, but it is consistently ...
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... or remove programs • Change hardware settings • Set network and Internet preferences • Customize the appearance of the items you maintain and customize your cursor over each item to help you can customize appears in the Control Panel screen. Control Panel The Control Panel contains programs and tools to display the pop-up...
... or remove programs • Change hardware settings • Set network and Internet preferences • Customize the appearance of the items you maintain and customize your cursor over each item to help you can customize appears in the Control Panel screen. Control Panel The Control Panel contains programs and tools to display the pop-up...
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... 3 Follow the instructions on your screen. Type the administrator password or provide confirmation, if prompted. Windows Vista® 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs, and then click Get Programs Online. 2 Select an application from the Internet, be sure you trust the publisher of the ...application and the website that is not connected to a network, you to scan the file for Windows Vista). Click Save and download the installation file to your computer is offering the application. ...
... 3 Follow the instructions on your screen. Type the administrator password or provide confirmation, if prompted. Windows Vista® 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs, and then click Get Programs Online. 2 Select an application from the Internet, be sure you trust the publisher of the ...application and the website that is not connected to a network, you to scan the file for Windows Vista). Click Save and download the installation file to your computer is offering the application. ...
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Windows XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Add or Remove Programs. 2 Click Remove a program, and select the application you want to add. 4 Select an application from the list, and click Add. 5 Follow the instructions on your network administrator has organized the available programs into categories, you ... password or provide confirmation, if prompted. 3 If your screen. Removing Applications From Your Computer Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Programs and Features. 2 Select the application you want to remove, and click Uninstall.
Windows XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Add or Remove Programs. 2 Click Remove a program, and select the application you want to add. 4 Select an application from the list, and click Add. 5 Follow the instructions on your network administrator has organized the available programs into categories, you ... password or provide confirmation, if prompted. 3 If your screen. Removing Applications From Your Computer Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Programs and Features. 2 Select the application you want to remove, and click Uninstall.
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...to the instructions provided by the router manufacturer. Actual steps may vary based on the screen. Connecting to the Network From your computer. Your router may start automatically, or you have been shipped with installation media, which usually contains ...information. The Network Connection Wizard may have Internet access through your broadband modem. 3 Install any software required for setting up a connection or network. Follow the instructions on the operating system installed in your computer's Control Panel, click Network and Internet connections→ Network and Sharing ...
...to the instructions provided by the router manufacturer. Actual steps may vary based on the screen. Connecting to the Network From your computer. Your router may start automatically, or you have been shipped with installation media, which usually contains ...information. The Network Connection Wizard may have Internet access through your broadband modem. 3 Install any software required for setting up a connection or network. Follow the instructions on the operating system installed in your computer's Control Panel, click Network and Internet connections→ Network and Sharing ...
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...may have wired Internet access through your broadband modem before you attempt to set up a new Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about connecting your wireless router....Help and Support. Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Network and Internet Connections→ Network Connections. 2 Click Wireless Network Connection→ View Wireless Networks. 3 Select the desired network from the list and click Connect. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 155 Connecting to a WLAN ...
...may have wired Internet access through your broadband modem before you attempt to set up a new Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about connecting your wireless router....Help and Support. Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Network and Internet Connections→ Network Connections. 2 Click Wireless Network Connection→ View Wireless Networks. 3 Select the desired network from the list and click Connect. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 155 Connecting to a WLAN ...
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... firewall is enabled: 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Network and Internet Connections. 2 Select the Windows Firewall icon. 3 If the Firewall option is unprotected, a hacker can access your broadband Internet connection. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 163 Install ... their products to add security fixes. Some firewalls also restrict unauthorized transmittal of your router. Secure your network, change the network name and administrator password to unique values using the router configuration software, and change the administrator password periodically...
... firewall is enabled: 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Network and Internet Connections. 2 Select the Windows Firewall icon. 3 If the Firewall option is unprotected, a hacker can access your broadband Internet connection. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 163 Install ... their products to add security fixes. Some firewalls also restrict unauthorized transmittal of your router. Secure your network, change the network name and administrator password to unique values using the router configuration software, and change the administrator password periodically...
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... filtering. Set up the wireless network, specify the same encryption type and encryption key on each computer's wireless adapter. 4 Run the wireless router's configuration program and enable the MAC filtering option. (This option may also be designated as "Access Control" or a similar term.) 5... Enter the MAC addresses you obtained in step 2 and step 3. Ensuring Security When Using Public Wi-Fi Networks (Hotspots) Before connecting your computer to a public wireless network, you specify. 1 Open the Command Prompt ...
... filtering. Set up the wireless network, specify the same encryption type and encryption key on each computer's wireless adapter. 4 Run the wireless router's configuration program and enable the MAC filtering option. (This option may also be designated as "Access Control" or a similar term.) 5... Enter the MAC addresses you obtained in step 2 and step 3. Ensuring Security When Using Public Wi-Fi Networks (Hotspots) Before connecting your computer to a public wireless network, you specify. 1 Open the Command Prompt ...
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Do not access online financial websites from a public WLAN. Locating Networks With the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator Your computer may include a wireless switch. Configure your operating system does not include a firewall, purchase and install an integrated ..., Wireless, Mobile Broadband) Update your computer requires you should select the Public Place option. Before using a public Wi-Fi network connection: 1 Click Start → Control Panel. 2 Double click the Security Center icon, then click the Windows Firewall option. 3 Select the Exceptions tab on page 255. ...
Do not access online financial websites from a public WLAN. Locating Networks With the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator Your computer may include a wireless switch. Configure your operating system does not include a firewall, purchase and install an integrated ..., Wireless, Mobile Broadband) Update your computer requires you should select the Public Place option. Before using a public Wi-Fi network connection: 1 Click Start → Control Panel. 2 Double click the Security Center icon, then click the Windows Firewall option. 3 Select the Exceptions tab on page 255. ...
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... the computer is enabled and configured to control Wi-Fi network connections. DCP icon Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 167 The wireless switch uses the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator to scan specifically for using the wireless switch or button. Enabling the Network Locator Because the Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator may use when your computer...
... the computer is enabled and configured to control Wi-Fi network connections. DCP icon Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 167 The wireless switch uses the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator to scan specifically for using the wireless switch or button. Enabling the Network Locator Because the Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator may use when your computer...
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...view a particular website, open Internet Explorer by clicking the Internet Explorer icon. 2 When the browser opens, click the address bar at support.dell.com. NOTE: Have your desktop or if you want to set up Your Internet Connection To connect to the Internet, you obtain one....and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Click Start → Control Panel→ Network and Internet. 3 Under Network and Sharing Center, click Connect to the Internet wizard can help you need a modem or network connection and an Internet Service provider (ISP). If you do not have an ISP, ...
...view a particular website, open Internet Explorer by clicking the Internet Explorer icon. 2 When the browser opens, click the address bar at support.dell.com. NOTE: Have your desktop or if you want to set up Your Internet Connection To connect to the Internet, you obtain one....and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Click Start → Control Panel→ Network and Internet. 3 Under Network and Sharing Center, click Connect to the Internet wizard can help you need a modem or network connection and an Internet Service provider (ISP). If you do not have an ISP, ...
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...use a wireless connection through a WLAN card. • Choose Dial-up if you will use a dial-up modem or ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network). NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 8 Follow the instructions .... 5 Click Next. Windows® XP 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Click Start Connections. → Control Panel→ Network and Internet 3 Click Set up or change your ISP to complete the setup. 4 Click either Broadband (PPPoE), Wireless, or Dial-up, depending on...
...use a wireless connection through a WLAN card. • Choose Dial-up if you will use a dial-up modem or ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network). NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 8 Follow the instructions .... 5 Click Next. Windows® XP 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Click Start Connections. → Control Panel→ Network and Internet 3 Click Set up or change your ISP to complete the setup. 4 Click either Broadband (PPPoE), Wireless, or Dial-up, depending on...
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OR • Click Start→ Control Panel→ Network and Internet Connections→ Internet Options. The Internet Options window appears. Web Browser Settings By altering the browser settings you can adjust the web browser ... Page Set a browser home page (most frequently used page), so that every time Internet Explorer is opened, the same page appears. 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Network and Internet Connections→ Internet Options. 2 Type the web address of the site you would like opened first every time you use Internet Explorer...
OR • Click Start→ Control Panel→ Network and Internet Connections→ Internet Options. The Internet Options window appears. Web Browser Settings By altering the browser settings you can adjust the web browser ... Page Set a browser home page (most frequently used page), so that every time Internet Explorer is opened, the same page appears. 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Network and Internet Connections→ Internet Options. 2 Type the web address of the site you would like opened first every time you use Internet Explorer...
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... available. 3 Click OK. Language can be altered through the use of colors, languages, font, and accessibility. 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Network and Internet Connections→ Internet Options. 2 Locate buttons to control web page appearance. Select the font that override your preferences. NOTE: Changing the text and the background colors to two...
... available. 3 Click OK. Language can be altered through the use of colors, languages, font, and accessibility. 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Network and Internet Connections→ Internet Options. 2 Locate buttons to control web page appearance. Select the font that override your preferences. NOTE: Changing the text and the background colors to two...
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...display of Internet Explorer running simultaneously. You can delete or decrease the amount of space the history logs use. 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Network and Internet Connections→ Internet Options. 2 Delete the files in the browsing history by clicking Delete, or minimize the amount of ... number of MBs in memory) and/or reduce the number of Open Internet Windows Tabs allow you to open . 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Network and Internet Connections→ Internet Options. 2 In the Tabs section, click Settings. 3 Click to select the check box next to Enable ...
...display of Internet Explorer running simultaneously. You can delete or decrease the amount of space the history logs use. 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Network and Internet Connections→ Internet Options. 2 Delete the files in the browsing history by clicking Delete, or minimize the amount of ... number of MBs in memory) and/or reduce the number of Open Internet Windows Tabs allow you to open . 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Network and Internet Connections→ Internet Options. 2 In the Tabs section, click Settings. 3 Click to select the check box next to Enable ...
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... from those sites will be increased, but you are available. This action opens hyperlinks in a new tab without redirecting your computer. 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Network and Internet Connections→ Internet Options. 2 Open the Security tab. 3 While the Internet icon is highlighted, use the more advanced style-sheet feature, which...
... from those sites will be increased, but you are available. This action opens hyperlinks in a new tab without redirecting your computer. 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Network and Internet Connections→ Internet Options. 2 Open the Security tab. 3 While the Internet icon is highlighted, use the more advanced style-sheet feature, which...
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OR Click Start→ Control Panel→ Security Center→ Windows Firewall. 2 Click Change Settings. Using Antivirus Programs Protect your computer for updates to pass through a computer network, which has different levels of these programs will regularly check your computer from the Dell Support web page located at support.dell.com. Regularly check for viruses...
OR Click Start→ Control Panel→ Security Center→ Windows Firewall. 2 Click Change Settings. Using Antivirus Programs Protect your computer for updates to pass through a computer network, which has different levels of these programs will regularly check your computer from the Dell Support web page located at support.dell.com. Regularly check for viruses...