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... your question. 5 Follow the instructions on your computer and devices installed on the screen. 24 Finding Information It also provides access to perform. 3 If the specific task is not listed, use available features.
... your question. 5 Follow the instructions on your computer and devices installed on the screen. 24 Finding Information It also provides access to perform. 3 If the specific task is not listed, use available features.
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Control Panel To manage viewing features and computer functions, click Start or → Control Panel. FOR MORE INFORMATION: See Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Information About Installed Hardware Device Manager Use the Device Manager to view a list of all devices installed on your computer and to learn more about how a specific device is configured. 26 Finding Information
Control Panel To manage viewing features and computer functions, click Start or → Control Panel. FOR MORE INFORMATION: See Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Information About Installed Hardware Device Manager Use the Device Manager to view a list of all devices installed on your computer and to learn more about how a specific device is configured. 26 Finding Information
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Device Specifications 1 Click Start or → All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ System Information. 2 Double click Components to expand the Components category. 3 Click the device ...
Device Specifications 1 Click Start or → All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ System Information. 2 Double click Components to expand the Components category. 3 Click the device ...
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...tutorials in your computer. 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 Enter the name of the program and click Search. Programs Installed... 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 basic networking. The device guide provides helpful information about connecting to a wireless network, as well as ...
...tutorials in your computer. 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 Enter the name of the program and click Search. Programs Installed... 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 basic networking. The device guide provides helpful information about connecting to a wireless network, as well as ...
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..., 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 the necessary video drivers must be installed. Windows® XP 1 Right-click...
..., 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 the necessary video drivers must be installed. Windows® XP 1 Right-click...
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..., punctuation, and symbols • Control keys for performing certain actions: , , , and the Windows logo key • Function keys, labeled ,< F2>, , and so on, for performing specific tasks • Navigation keys for moving the cursor around in documents or windows: , , , , , , and arrow keys • Numeric keypad of numbers grouped together like those...
..., punctuation, and symbols • Control keys for performing certain actions: , , , and the Windows logo key • Function keys, labeled ,< F2>, , and so on, for performing specific tasks • Navigation keys for moving the cursor around in documents or windows: , , , , , , and arrow keys • Numeric keypad of numbers grouped together like those...
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From the Start menu, click Control Panel to access the hardware on your computer, including a list of printers connected to your printer(s) through the Start button. Printers-Settings and Drivers Accessing Printer Information You can find information about your computer. Printers-Settings and Drivers 71 See your printer manufacturer's documentation for hardware-specific information.
From the Start menu, click Control Panel to access the hardware on your computer, including a list of printers connected to your printer(s) through the Start button. Printers-Settings and Drivers Accessing Printer Information You can find information about your computer. Printers-Settings and Drivers 71 See your printer manufacturer's documentation for hardware-specific information.
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... INFORMATION: To learn more than one computer. Once your computer is connected to a network, you can use most often as the default printer.To set a specific printer as your default printer, right-click on the printer icon, and select Set as the default. Once you are connected to a shared printer on...
... INFORMATION: To learn more than one computer. Once your computer is connected to a network, you can use most often as the default printer.To set a specific printer as your default printer, right-click on the printer icon, and select Set as the default. Once you are connected to a shared printer on...
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...guidelines for a monthly equipment fee added to your monthly service charge. • Your computer must have cable television access, you Need for specific details. a new line is not available at all locations. For information on broadband connection, see "Broadband Access" on the network to each... network to a cable modem or DSL modem for broadband access. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 151 You can choose between two specific types of broadband access offered by the broadband modem. Setting up a typical LAN. What You Need to provide the broadband service; Broadband ...
...guidelines for a monthly equipment fee added to your monthly service charge. • Your computer must have cable television access, you Need for specific details. a new line is not available at all locations. For information on broadband connection, see "Broadband Access" on the network to each... network to a cable modem or DSL modem for broadband access. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 151 You can choose between two specific types of broadband access offered by the broadband modem. Setting up a typical LAN. What You Need to provide the broadband service; Broadband ...
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... have been shipped with installation media, which usually contains installation and troubleshooting information. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about connecting your computer to obtain specific information about the connection requirements for setting up the Hardware 1 Contact your broadband modem. 2 Ensure that you may vary based on the screen. Your router...
... have been shipped with installation media, which usually contains installation and troubleshooting information. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about connecting your computer to obtain specific information about the connection requirements for setting up the Hardware 1 Contact your broadband modem. 2 Ensure that you may vary based on the screen. Your router...
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...Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 155 Setting up a new Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about connecting your computer to a WLAN, see the device guides that you have been shipped with Bluetooth® wireless technology or cellular... required for your computer or look for related topics in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Specific network names and configuration details vary. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To Learn more about the connection requirements for connecting to a network using...
...Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 155 Setting up a new Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about connecting your computer to a WLAN, see the device guides that you have been shipped with Bluetooth® wireless technology or cellular... required for your computer or look for related topics in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Specific network names and configuration details vary. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To Learn more about the connection requirements for connecting to a network using...
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... that provides Internet access over a much wider geographical area than a WLAN, which typically covers only from 100 to make a call from your cellular phone in a specific geographical location, that accompanied your computer • Any device guides that may have come on the media that location may not necessarily be within a cellular...
... that provides Internet access over a much wider geographical area than a WLAN, which typically covers only from 100 to make a call from your cellular phone in a specific geographical location, that accompanied your computer • Any device guides that may have come on the media that location may not necessarily be within a cellular...
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...slide and hold the wireless switch in the documentation for using the wireless switch or button. You can accomplish this task through: • Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager • System BIOS, available through the system setup program (see "Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Card With a Wireless Switch... in position for a few seconds (see "System Setup" on or off . The wireless switch uses the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator to scan specifically for wireless networks in your vicinity. The Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator functions regardless of whether your computer is turned...
...slide and hold the wireless switch in the documentation for using the wireless switch or button. You can accomplish this task through: • Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager • System BIOS, available through the system setup program (see "Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Card With a Wireless Switch... in position for a few seconds (see "System Setup" on or off . The wireless switch uses the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator to scan specifically for wireless networks in your vicinity. The Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator functions regardless of whether your computer is turned...
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... be enabled to share error and status information with an x (Off). The General tab displays two settings: On and Off. The Advanced tab allows more specific settings. • The Network Connection Settings tab provides the option for a complete Windows Firewall restore.
... be enabled to share error and status information with an x (Off). The General tab displays two settings: On and Off. The Advanced tab allows more specific settings. • The Network Connection Settings tab provides the option for a complete Windows Firewall restore.
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... always up your computer. HINT: Use trusted websites when downloading files. Some malware can also be used for Windows Vista, visit the Microsoft Catalog at specific targets. Several indicators point to secure, check, and/or clean up to prevent spyware and malware from infecting your computer and make the information it...
... always up your computer. HINT: Use trusted websites when downloading files. Some malware can also be used for Windows Vista, visit the Microsoft Catalog at specific targets. Several indicators point to secure, check, and/or clean up to prevent spyware and malware from infecting your computer and make the information it...
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Read the Help sections for the specific search engine to learn how to use it. 1 Access a common search engine and type the word or combination of words you use a search engine to ... (depending on the Internet without actually knowing the web address, you need to find information (a web page) on the search engine). This function can use specifically related words to help refine the search. Searching for information. To view a list of favorites, click on the Favorites menu and a drop-down list appears...
Read the Help sections for the specific search engine to learn how to use it. 1 Access a common search engine and type the word or combination of words you use a search engine to ... (depending on the Internet without actually knowing the web address, you need to find information (a web page) on the search engine). This function can use specifically related words to help refine the search. Searching for information. To view a list of favorites, click on the Favorites menu and a drop-down list appears...
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..., the best method for configuring the display resolution is the video card control panel available through the Display Properties menu. NOTE: To display a program at a specific resolution, both the video card and the display device must support the program, and the necessary video drivers must be installed. The video card control...
..., the best method for configuring the display resolution is the video card control panel available through the Display Properties menu. NOTE: To display a program at a specific resolution, both the video card and the display device must support the program, and the necessary video drivers must be installed. The video card control...
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...the bottom of the screen, use the touch pad or track stick to increase the resolution above a certain level. For help with specific problems, click the Troubleshoot button from the Settings tab. Select the resolution, color level, and refresh rate. If the video resolution ...refresh rate on the Settings tab of the Display Properties window allows you to adjust the computer display. Connecting Your Computer to resolve specific display problems. Accessing the Video Card Control Features For additional features and settings, click Advanced. HINT: The capacities of additional control...
...the bottom of the screen, use the touch pad or track stick to increase the resolution above a certain level. For help with specific problems, click the Troubleshoot button from the Settings tab. Select the resolution, color level, and refresh rate. If the video resolution ...refresh rate on the Settings tab of the Display Properties window allows you to adjust the computer display. Connecting Your Computer to resolve specific display problems. Accessing the Video Card Control Features For additional features and settings, click Advanced. HINT: The capacities of additional control...
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... left side of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize. For example, to a TV and Adjusting Display Settings 247 This tab will display the manufacturer's name for the specific video card, the appropriate video card control panel is displayed.
... left side of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize. For example, to a TV and Adjusting Display Settings 247 This tab will display the manufacturer's name for the specific video card, the appropriate video card control panel is displayed.
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... NOT BOOT WITH THIS BATTERY PLUGGED IN. HIT F1 TO CONTINUE. WARNING: DELL'S DISK MONITORING SYSTEM HAS DETECTED THAT DRIVE [0/1] ON THE [PRIMARY/SECONDARY] EIDE CONTROLLER IS OPERATING OUTSIDE OF NORMAL SPECIFICATIONS. IT IS ADVISABLE TO IMMEDIATELY BACK UP YOUR DATA AND REPLACE YOUR HARD DRIVE... adapter. THE RECOMMENDED XXX-W AC ADAPTER ORIGINALLY SHIPPED. THEY SYSTEM WILL ADJUST THE PERFORMANCE TO MATCH THE POWER AVAILABLE. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST PERFORMANCE. Connect the correct AC adapter to the computer or docking station. WARNING: THE PRIMARY ...
... NOT BOOT WITH THIS BATTERY PLUGGED IN. HIT F1 TO CONTINUE. WARNING: DELL'S DISK MONITORING SYSTEM HAS DETECTED THAT DRIVE [0/1] ON THE [PRIMARY/SECONDARY] EIDE CONTROLLER IS OPERATING OUTSIDE OF NORMAL SPECIFICATIONS. IT IS ADVISABLE TO IMMEDIATELY BACK UP YOUR DATA AND REPLACE YOUR HARD DRIVE... adapter. THE RECOMMENDED XXX-W AC ADAPTER ORIGINALLY SHIPPED. THEY SYSTEM WILL ADJUST THE PERFORMANCE TO MATCH THE POWER AVAILABLE. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST PERFORMANCE. Connect the correct AC adapter to the computer or docking station. WARNING: THE PRIMARY ...