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... and Deleting Program Shortcuts on the Desktop 37 Shortcut Menus 38 Changing the Desktop Appearance 39 Windows Vista 39 Windows® XP 40 Setting up a Screen Saver 41 Windows Vista 41 Windows XP 41 Start Button (Menu 42 Overview 42 Customizing the Start Menu 43 Control Panel 44 Accessing and Using... the Control Panel 45 Customizing Your Computer Settings 45 Managing Your Computer Performance 45 3 Monitors and Displays 47 Cleaning Your Computer's Display Screen 47 Adjusting the Resolution of Your Display 48 Windows Vista 49 4 Contents
... and Deleting Program Shortcuts on the Desktop 37 Shortcut Menus 38 Changing the Desktop Appearance 39 Windows Vista 39 Windows® XP 40 Setting up a Screen Saver 41 Windows Vista 41 Windows XP 41 Start Button (Menu 42 Overview 42 Customizing the Start Menu 43 Control Panel 44 Accessing and Using... the Control Panel 45 Customizing Your Computer Settings 45 Managing Your Computer Performance 45 3 Monitors and Displays 47 Cleaning Your Computer's Display Screen 47 Adjusting the Resolution of Your Display 48 Windows Vista 49 4 Contents
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... a Computer When it is not Responding . . . . 103 Docking and Undocking Your Laptop Computer. . . . 104 Undocking Your Computer While it Stops Responding and Displays a Solid Blue Screen 106 Starting Your Computer in Safe Mode 107 Restarting Your Computer After a Power Loss . . . . 108 8 Files and Folders 109 Navigating to Files 110 Selecting and...
... a Computer When it is not Responding . . . . 103 Docking and Undocking Your Laptop Computer. . . . 104 Undocking Your Computer While it Stops Responding and Displays a Solid Blue Screen 106 Starting Your Computer in Safe Mode 107 Restarting Your Computer After a Power Loss . . . . 108 8 Files and Folders 109 Navigating to Files 110 Selecting and...
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Dell Support Center 285 Solving Problems 287 Battery Problems 287 Drive Problems 287 Optical Drive Problems 288 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems . . . . . 289 Error Messages 290 ... Scanner Problems 299 Sound and Speaker Problems 299 Touch Pad or Mouse Problems for Laptop Computers 301 Video and Monitor Problems 302 Power Lights 304 Dell Technical Update Service 305 21 System Setup 307 Viewing System Settings With the System Setup Program 307 Entering the System Setup Program 308 Working With...
Dell Support Center 285 Solving Problems 287 Battery Problems 287 Drive Problems 287 Optical Drive Problems 288 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems . . . . . 289 Error Messages 290 ... Scanner Problems 299 Sound and Speaker Problems 299 Touch Pad or Mouse Problems for Laptop Computers 301 Video and Monitor Problems 302 Power Lights 304 Dell Technical Update Service 305 21 System Setup 307 Viewing System Settings With the System Setup Program 307 Entering the System Setup Program 308 Working With...
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... not listed, use available features. It also provides access to documentation for your computer and devices installed on your question. 5 Follow the instructions on the screen. 24 Finding Information Microsoft Windows Help and Support This information center provides instructions, hints, and general information about Microsoft Windows and explains how to use...
... not listed, use available features. It also provides access to documentation for your computer and devices installed on your question. 5 Follow the instructions on the screen. 24 Finding Information Microsoft Windows Help and Support This information center provides instructions, hints, and general information about Microsoft Windows and explains how to use...
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Microsoft Windows Desktop 33 The components of the screen. Microsoft Windows Desktop desktop shortcut icons Start button taskbar notification area Overview The Microsoft® Windows® desktop is usually located at the bottom of the desktop include a background, icons, shortcuts, and a taskbar that is the display screen area that appears after the Windows operating system starts up.
Microsoft Windows Desktop 33 The components of the screen. Microsoft Windows Desktop desktop shortcut icons Start button taskbar notification area Overview The Microsoft® Windows® desktop is usually located at the bottom of the desktop include a background, icons, shortcuts, and a taskbar that is the display screen area that appears after the Windows operating system starts up.
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... Area The Notification area includes icons for quick program access. Adding Icons in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. The screen defaults to view your desktop. Microsoft Windows Desktop 35 Click the arrow on top of the taskbar near the notification area to open applications and...
... Area The Notification area includes icons for quick program access. Adding Icons in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. The screen defaults to view your desktop. Microsoft Windows Desktop 35 Click the arrow on top of the taskbar near the notification area to open applications and...
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... changing various components. From the Start menu: Microsoft Windows Desktop 39 Most of your computer's desktop theme, resolution, screen saver, icon size and appearance, and monitor settings from the Display Properties Menu screen. You can personalize the appearance of these components are accessible through the Display Properties window. Use the tabs to...
... changing various components. From the Start menu: Microsoft Windows Desktop 39 Most of your computer's desktop theme, resolution, screen saver, icon size and appearance, and monitor settings from the Display Properties Menu screen. You can personalize the appearance of these components are accessible through the Display Properties window. Use the tabs to...
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...animated graphic that appears after your computer is left inactive for your computer. NOTE: After the screen saver activates, you may need to log-in again to access your computer to select a new screen saver. 4 Adjust the length of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. The Display Properties window... appears. 3 Click the Screen Saver tab, and select a new screen saver. Windows Vista 1 Right-click an open area of time for a...
...animated graphic that appears after your computer is left inactive for your computer. NOTE: After the screen saver activates, you may need to log-in again to access your computer to select a new screen saver. 4 Adjust the length of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. The Display Properties window... appears. 3 Click the Screen Saver tab, and select a new screen saver. Windows Vista 1 Right-click an open area of time for a...
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NOTE: After the screen saver activates, you may need to log-in to access your computer's performance • Windows Help and Support 42 Microsoft Windows Desktop Start Button (Menu) Overview The Start button opens the Start menu, which provides access to remain inactive before the screen saver appears. 5 Click OK. 4 Select the length of time for your computer to : • Control Panel • Programs • Files • Computer settings • Tools that monitor your computer.
NOTE: After the screen saver activates, you may need to log-in to access your computer's performance • Windows Help and Support 42 Microsoft Windows Desktop Start Button (Menu) Overview The Start button opens the Start menu, which provides access to remain inactive before the screen saver appears. 5 Click OK. 4 Select the length of time for your computer to : • Control Panel • Programs • Files • Computer settings • Tools that monitor your computer.
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...; Set network and Internet preferences • Customize the appearance of your cursor over each item to help you can customize appears in the Control Panel screen.
...; Set network and Internet preferences • Customize the appearance of your cursor over each item to help you can customize appears in the Control Panel screen.
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...CAUTION: Do not wipe the computer's display screen with any soap or solution not designed for safety procedures to follow when working with your computer for monitors. Also see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices... information, see the safety information that shipped with water. These solutions can damage the monitor's anti-glare coating. Cleaning Your Computer's Display Screen To clean the display for a ...
...CAUTION: Do not wipe the computer's display screen with any soap or solution not designed for safety procedures to follow when working with your computer for monitors. Also see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices... information, see the safety information that shipped with water. These solutions can damage the monitor's anti-glare coating. Cleaning Your Computer's Display Screen To clean the display for a ...
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As you can change any of the display settings, make a note of images on your Dell-installed operating system. NOTE: Use only the Dell recommended video drivers, which are designed to them if needed. Adjusting the Resolution of Your Display The ...display resolution defines the clarity of the current settings so you decrease resolution, text and images appear larger. Also, see "Adjusting Display Settings With the Vendor Video Card Control Panel" on the screen...
As you can change any of the display settings, make a note of images on your Dell-installed operating system. NOTE: Use only the Dell recommended video drivers, which are designed to them if needed. Adjusting the Resolution of Your Display The ...display resolution defines the clarity of the current settings so you decrease resolution, text and images appear larger. Also, see "Adjusting Display Settings With the Vendor Video Card Control Panel" on the screen...
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... window appears. 3 Click Display Settings. 4 In the Display Settings window under Resolution, move the slide bar to the left or right to decrease/increase the screen resolution. 5 Click Apply to set resolution HINT: To display a program at a specific resolution, both the video card and the display must support the resolution, and...
... window appears. 3 Click Display Settings. 4 In the Display Settings window under Resolution, move the slide bar to the left or right to decrease/increase the screen resolution. 5 Click Apply to set resolution HINT: To display a program at a specific resolution, both the video card and the display must support the resolution, and...
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... display, the image may appear blurry or text may be as good. See the manufacturer's documentation for your computer based on the monitor or display screen. Windows Vista® 1 Right-click an open area of your monitor and make any changes. Access the Display Properties window from the current settings to... one not supported by your computer, the settings adjust automatically to their native resolution, the resolution at the highest resolution. 4 Under the Screen resolution section, move the slide bar to the left or right to decrease/increase the...
... display, the image may appear blurry or text may be as good. See the manufacturer's documentation for your computer based on the monitor or display screen. Windows Vista® 1 Right-click an open area of your monitor and make any changes. Access the Display Properties window from the current settings to... one not supported by your computer, the settings adjust automatically to their native resolution, the resolution at the highest resolution. 4 Under the Screen resolution section, move the slide bar to the left or right to decrease/increase the...
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... the Resolution slider bar to the left or right to match arrangement of monitors Monitors and Displays 51 click and drag monitor icons to select a screen resolution that matches the native resolution of the external LCD monitor. 6 Click OK. Windows® XP 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click... computer to another or by stretching them across monitors. 5 In the Display Settings window, move the slide bar to the left or right to select a screen resolution that matches the native resolution of the external LCD monitor. 6 Click OK.
... the Resolution slider bar to the left or right to match arrangement of monitors Monitors and Displays 51 click and drag monitor icons to select a screen resolution that matches the native resolution of the external LCD monitor. 6 Click OK. Windows® XP 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click... computer to another or by stretching them across monitors. 5 In the Display Settings window, move the slide bar to the left or right to select a screen resolution that matches the native resolution of the external LCD monitor. 6 Click OK.
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allows you to set the primary monitor. • Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor - allows you to drag items across your screen onto alternate monitors. 6 Click OK. Windows XP 1 Right-click an open area of the following check boxes depending on your need : ... desktop. 2 Click Properties, and the Display Properties window appears. 3 Select the Settings tab. 4 Drag the monitor icons to drag items across your screen onto alternate monitors. 6 Click OK. 52 Monitors and Displays Windows Vista 1 Right-click an open area of the following check boxes depending on the...
allows you to set the primary monitor. • Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor - allows you to drag items across your screen onto alternate monitors. 6 Click OK. Windows XP 1 Right-click an open area of the following check boxes depending on your need : ... desktop. 2 Click Properties, and the Display Properties window appears. 3 Select the Settings tab. 4 Drag the monitor icons to drag items across your screen onto alternate monitors. 6 Click OK. 52 Monitors and Displays Windows Vista 1 Right-click an open area of the following check boxes depending on the...
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... scroll wheel A mouse typically consists of two buttons and a scroll wheel. • Use the left and right buttons to select or click items on the screen. Controlling the Speed of the Mouse Buttons Windows Vista® 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Mouse. 2 On the Button ...tab in the Mouse Properties window, use the slide bar to scroll through pages or windows on the screen. • Use the scroll wheel to select the speed that feels right for you. 3 Click OK. 58 Navigation Devices (Mouse, Keyboard, Touch Pad...
... scroll wheel A mouse typically consists of two buttons and a scroll wheel. • Use the left and right buttons to select or click items on the screen. Controlling the Speed of the Mouse Buttons Windows Vista® 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Mouse. 2 On the Button ...tab in the Mouse Properties window, use the slide bar to scroll through pages or windows on the screen. • Use the scroll wheel to select the speed that feels right for you. 3 Click OK. 58 Navigation Devices (Mouse, Keyboard, Touch Pad...
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... Hardware and Sound→ Mouse. 2 On the Wheel tab in the Mouse Properties window, set the options for how the scroll wheel on your screen cursor (mouse pointer) skips or moves abnormally, clean the mouse. Navigation Devices (Mouse, Keyboard, Touch Pad) 59 Cleaning a Non-Optical Mouse If... mouse counterclockwise, and then remove the ball. 3 Wipe the ball with a mild cleaning solution. 2 Turn the retainer ring on the wheel, or click One screen at a time. 3 Click OK. Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Printers and Other Hardware→ Mouse. 2 On the Wheel...
... Hardware and Sound→ Mouse. 2 On the Wheel tab in the Mouse Properties window, set the options for how the scroll wheel on your screen cursor (mouse pointer) skips or moves abnormally, clean the mouse. Navigation Devices (Mouse, Keyboard, Touch Pad) 59 Cleaning a Non-Optical Mouse If... mouse counterclockwise, and then remove the ball. 3 Wipe the ball with a mild cleaning solution. 2 Turn the retainer ring on the wheel, or click One screen at a time. 3 Click OK. Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Printers and Other Hardware→ Mouse. 2 On the Wheel...
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... enabled, you can use your finger for touch input (or a Tablet PC pen on some computers) to move the cursor or select objects on the screen: • To move the cursor, lightly slide your finger or pen over the surface. • To double-click an object, position the cursor on the... your finger anti-clockwise or clockwise on the touch pad. 62 Navigation Devices (Mouse, Keyboard, Touch Pad) To configure the circular scrolling, double-click the Dell Touch pad icon in the notification area of the touch pad or use your thumb to press the left touch pad button twice. On the...
... enabled, you can use your finger for touch input (or a Tablet PC pen on some computers) to move the cursor or select objects on the screen: • To move the cursor, lightly slide your finger or pen over the surface. • To double-click an object, position the cursor on the... your finger anti-clockwise or clockwise on the touch pad. 62 Navigation Devices (Mouse, Keyboard, Touch Pad) To configure the circular scrolling, double-click the Dell Touch pad icon in the notification area of the touch pad or use your thumb to press the left touch pad button twice. On the...
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Navigation Devices (Mouse, Keyboard, Touch Pad) 63 To change the zoom settings, double-click the Dell Touch Pad icon in and out by spreading two fingers or by bringing the two fingers together). Do not allow water from their electrical outlets. 3 ...Remove any installed batteries. 4 Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with items on the screen check box. 3 Click OK. Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Printers and Other Hardware→ Pen and Input Devices. In the Gestures...
Navigation Devices (Mouse, Keyboard, Touch Pad) 63 To change the zoom settings, double-click the Dell Touch Pad icon in and out by spreading two fingers or by bringing the two fingers together). Do not allow water from their electrical outlets. 3 ...Remove any installed batteries. 4 Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with items on the screen check box. 3 Click OK. Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Printers and Other Hardware→ Pen and Input Devices. In the Gestures...