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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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... Mouse Buttons. . . . 58 Controlling the Speed of the Scroll Wheel . . . . . 59 Cleaning a Non-Optical Mouse 59 Cleaning an Optical Mouse 60 Using a Bluetooth® -Enabled Wireless Mouse . . 60 Touch Pad 62 Circular Scrolling 62 Single Finger Zoom 63 Cleaning the Touch Pad 63 Using a Touch Pointer (Track Stick or Tablet PC...
... Mouse Buttons. . . . 58 Controlling the Speed of the Scroll Wheel . . . . . 59 Cleaning a Non-Optical Mouse 59 Cleaning an Optical Mouse 60 Using a Bluetooth® -Enabled Wireless Mouse . . 60 Touch Pad 62 Circular Scrolling 62 Single Finger Zoom 63 Cleaning the Touch Pad 63 Using a Touch Pointer (Track Stick or Tablet PC...
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... 143 Conserving Battery Power 145 Charging the Battery 145 Storing a Battery 146 US Department of Transportation (DOT) Notebook Battery Restrictions 146 Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager 146 12 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband 149 Overview 149 Local Area Networks (LAN 150 What You Need to Set up a LAN 151 Setting up a new...
... 143 Conserving Battery Power 145 Charging the Battery 145 Storing a Battery 146 US Department of Transportation (DOT) Notebook Battery Restrictions 146 Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager 146 12 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband 149 Overview 149 Local Area Networks (LAN 150 What You Need to Set up a LAN 151 Setting up a new...
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...Network . . 160 Activating Mobile Broadband Service 160 Managing the Network With the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility 161 WiMAX 161 WPAN 162 Managing Your Network 162 Securing Your Network 162 Securing Your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN 164 Ensuring Security When Using Public Wi-Fi Networks... (Hotspots 165 Locating Networks With the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator 166 Scanning for a Wireless Network 167 Enabling the Network Locator 167...
...Network . . 160 Activating Mobile Broadband Service 160 Managing the Network With the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility 161 WiMAX 161 WPAN 162 Managing Your Network 162 Securing Your Network 162 Securing Your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN 164 Ensuring Security When Using Public Wi-Fi Networks... (Hotspots 165 Locating Networks With the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator 166 Scanning for a Wireless Network 167 Enabling the Network Locator 167...
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... a Firewall to 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
... a Firewall to 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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... your computer. The Start button may differ in appearance depending on the version of Windows, but it is consistently located on Your Computer • Wireless Networking • Dell Support Website Finding Information 23 Start button From the Start button menu, you can access: • Microsoft Windows Help and Support • Control Panel...
... your computer. The Start button may differ in appearance depending on the version of Windows, but it is consistently located on Your Computer • Wireless Networking • Dell Support Website Finding Information 23 Start button From the Start button menu, you can access: • Microsoft Windows Help and Support • Control Panel...
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...® XP 1 Click Start → Search→ All Files or Folders. 2 Enter the name of the program in the Search field. 3 Press . Wireless Networking Wireless network information is not listed under All Programs, use the Search feature to search for a specific program: Windows Vista® 1 Click Start →Search. 2... following sources: Device guides Windows Help and Support See Microsoft Windows Help and Support to access device guide for the specific wireless card installed in your computer. See Microsoft Windows Help and Support for general information about connecting to...
...® XP 1 Click Start → Search→ All Files or Folders. 2 Enter the name of the program in the Search field. 3 Press . Wireless Networking Wireless network information is not listed under All Programs, use the Search feature to search for a specific program: Windows Vista® 1 Click Start →Search. 2... following sources: Device guides Windows Help and Support See Microsoft Windows Help and Support to access device guide for the specific wireless card installed in your computer. See Microsoft Windows Help and Support for general information about connecting to...
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...• Technical Subscriptions • Troubleshooting Search • Windows Vista Center • Windows XP Support Center • Wireless Center Customer Service • Dell Financial Services • FAQs • Invoices • Missing, Wrong & Damaged • Order Status • ...Ownership Transfer • International Ownership Transfer • Packing Slips • Pickup/Redelivery • Dell Dollars/Rebate Center • Report a Stolen System • Returns • Update Billing Address Warranty Information • Expired Warranty Service...
...• Technical Subscriptions • Troubleshooting Search • Windows Vista Center • Windows XP Support Center • Wireless Center Customer Service • Dell Financial Services • FAQs • Invoices • Missing, Wrong & Damaged • Order Status • ...Ownership Transfer • International Ownership Transfer • Packing Slips • Pickup/Redelivery • Dell Dollars/Rebate Center • Report a Stolen System • Returns • Update Billing Address Warranty Information • Expired Warranty Service...
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... set up the device so that fluff from the swab is not already built in your computer. 4 Blow carefully into place. Using a Bluetooth® -Enabled Wireless Mouse Before you need to: 1 Add a Bluetooth adapter to your computer can find (or discover) it clicks into the ball cage, or use a can of...
... set up the device so that fluff from the swab is not already built in your computer. 4 Blow carefully into place. Using a Bluetooth® -Enabled Wireless Mouse Before you need to: 1 Add a Bluetooth adapter to your computer can find (or discover) it clicks into the ball cage, or use a can of...
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...-click on a network, you must first add a network service to your printer to that receives input from more about connecting to a network, see "Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband)" on installing a network service, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 74 Printers-Settings and Drivers Once you...
...-click on a network, you must first add a network service to your printer to that receives input from more about connecting to a network, see "Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband)" on installing a network service, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 74 Printers-Settings and Drivers Once you...
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... Laptop Computer for ways to a CD or DVD. Preserving the Life of a Battery The operating time of your battery: • Using optical drives • Using wireless communications devices, PC Cards, Express Cards, media memory cards, or USB devices • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other power- The... Time Power Meter icon The first time you use the AC adapter to connect your computer to an electrical outlet in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on the taskbar.
... Laptop Computer for ways to a CD or DVD. Preserving the Life of a Battery The operating time of your battery: • Using optical drives • Using wireless communications devices, PC Cards, Express Cards, media memory cards, or USB devices • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other power- The... Time Power Meter icon The first time you use the AC adapter to connect your computer to an electrical outlet in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on the taskbar.
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Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 149 For example, with a network set up in a home or small office, you can: • Print to a shared printer. • Access drives and files on another computer, or a peripheral such as a printer. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) LAN WLAN Overview A computer network provides connectivity between your computer and the Internet, another computer. • Share files. • Browse other networks. • Access the Internet.
Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 149 For example, with a network set up in a home or small office, you can: • Print to a shared printer. • Access drives and files on another computer, or a peripheral such as a printer. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) LAN WLAN Overview A computer network provides connectivity between your computer and the Internet, another computer. • Share files. • Browse other networks. • Access the Internet.
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... to another LAN over any distance through telephone lines and radio waves to form a wide area network (WAN). 150 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) See "Managing Networked Computers With Intel® Active Management Technology" on some Dell computers. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more computers with each computer. You can set up...
... to another LAN over any distance through telephone lines and radio waves to form a wide area network (WAN). 150 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) See "Managing Networked Computers With Intel® Active Management Technology" on some Dell computers. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more computers with each computer. You can set up...
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...; You must have cable television access, you have a network interface card. • Your existing phone line or cable television line is not required. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 151 Setting up a new LAN The following steps are general guidelines for a monthly equipment fee added to your router for specific details. DSL...
...; You must have cable television access, you have a network interface card. • Your existing phone line or cable television line is not required. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 151 Setting up a new LAN The following steps are general guidelines for a monthly equipment fee added to your router for specific details. DSL...
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... the Hardware 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to a network, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 152 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) Follow the instructions on the operating system installed in your computer's Control Panel, click Network and Internet connections→ Network and Sharing Center...
... the Hardware 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to a network, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 152 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) Follow the instructions on the operating system installed in your computer's Control Panel, click Network and Internet connections→ Network and Sharing Center...
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... computers and peripherals, and provides Internet or network access. What you Need to each computer. The access point or wireless router and the wireless network card in the computer communicate by broadcasting data from their antennas over the air waves rather than through a network... connected to set up a WLAN • Broadband Internet access (such as cable or DSL) • A broadband modem • A wireless router Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 153 Also, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn ...
... computers and peripherals, and provides Internet or network access. What you Need to each computer. The access point or wireless router and the wireless network card in the computer communicate by broadcasting data from their antennas over the air waves rather than through a network... connected to set up a WLAN • Broadband Internet access (such as cable or DSL) • A broadband modem • A wireless router Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 153 Also, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn ...
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..., right-click Computer and select Properties. 2 Under Tasks click Device Manager. 3 Click Network Adapters. Reinstalling Software and Drivers for Your Wireless Network Card If the software is installed in the user documentation for that is removed or corrupted, follow the instructions in your computer, ...see "Device Manager" on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Windows XP 1 Click Start , right-click My Computer and select Properties. 2 Click the Hardware tab. 3 Click...
..., right-click Computer and select Properties. 2 Under Tasks click Device Manager. 3 Click Network Adapters. Reinstalling Software and Drivers for Your Wireless Network Card If the software is installed in the user documentation for that is removed or corrupted, follow the instructions in your computer, ...see "Device Manager" on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Windows XP 1 Click Start , right-click My Computer and select Properties. 2 Click the Hardware tab. 3 Click...
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...FOR MORE INFORMATION: To Learn more about the connection requirements for your broadband modem. 2 Ensure that came with Bluetooth® wireless technology or cellular products. Windows Vista® 1 Click Start → Network. 2 Click Network and Sharing Center on the ... your broadband modem before you have been shipped with installation media, which usually contains installation and troubleshooting information. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 155 Specific network names and configuration details vary. Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel...
...FOR MORE INFORMATION: To Learn more about the connection requirements for your broadband modem. 2 Ensure that came with Bluetooth® wireless technology or cellular products. Windows Vista® 1 Click Start → Network. 2 Click Network and Sharing Center on the ... your broadband modem before you have been shipped with installation media, which usually contains installation and troubleshooting information. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 155 Specific network names and configuration details vary. Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel...
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...when prompted. Connecting to your computer within the range of your network administrator. NOTE: Your computer can take several minutes to connect to a Secured Wireless Network (Using WEP or WPA Keys) If you select a secure network, you selected, the same pop-up indicating that a public WLAN is ...within range of the wireless network that you must enter the network's WEP or WPA encryption key when prompted. NOTE: Your available selections may differ based on any encryption ...
...when prompted. Connecting to your computer within the range of your network administrator. NOTE: Your computer can take several minutes to connect to a Secured Wireless Network (Using WEP or WPA Keys) If you select a secure network, you selected, the same pop-up indicating that a public WLAN is ...within range of the wireless network that you must enter the network's WEP or WPA encryption key when prompted. NOTE: Your available selections may differ based on any encryption ...
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...your computer's documentation. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 157 FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about how to turn your wireless card on or off. You can also use the wireless switch to a wireless network. The wireless switch must be turned On to ...detect and connect to scan for a wireless network by sliding and holding the wireless switch in position for scanning. Other computers may include a wireless switch. Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Card With a Wireless Switch ...
...your computer's documentation. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 157 FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about how to turn your wireless card on or off. You can also use the wireless switch to a wireless network. The wireless switch must be turned On to ...detect and connect to scan for a wireless network by sliding and holding the wireless switch in position for scanning. Other computers may include a wireless switch. Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Card With a Wireless Switch ...