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... 1394 Device Problems 291 Keyboard Problems for External Keyboards . . . 292 Lockups and Software Problems 292 Memory Problems 294 Mouse Problems 295 Network Problems 296 Power Problems 296 Printer Problems 298 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 Options on the System Setup Program Screen 308 Changing...
... 1394 Device Problems 291 Keyboard Problems for External Keyboards . . . 292 Lockups and Software Problems 292 Memory Problems 294 Mouse Problems 295 Network Problems 296 Power Problems 296 Printer Problems 298 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 Options on the System Setup Program Screen 308 Changing...
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... available in the 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. Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Search→ All Files or Folders. 2 Enter the name of the program in basic networking. See Microsoft Windows Help and Support for a specific program: Windows Vista® 1 Click Start →Search. 2 Enter the name of the program and...
... available in the 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. Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Search→ All Files or Folders. 2 Enter the name of the program in basic networking. See Microsoft Windows Help and Support for a specific program: Windows Vista® 1 Click Start →Search. 2 Enter the name of the program and...
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... Touch Pointer. 3 To turn the touch pointer on or off, tap the Touch Pointer icon on the screen check box. 3 Click OK. NOTE: Certain mice may need to reactivate a USB pointing device if any of use. Using a USB Pointing Device (Mouse) Your computer usually auto-detects and installs the drivers for more about using a USB pointing device, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and...
... Touch Pointer. 3 To turn the touch pointer on or off, tap the Touch Pointer icon on the screen check box. 3 Click OK. NOTE: Certain mice may need to reactivate a USB pointing device if any of use. Using a USB Pointing Device (Mouse) Your computer usually auto-detects and installs the drivers for more about using a USB pointing device, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and...
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... computer. 4 When you : • Upgrade your operating system • Reinstall your operating system • Connect or install a new printer To install a printer driver: 1 Insert your Drivers and Utilities media, continue to step 2. Installing a Printer Driver printer drivers CD inkjet printer laser printer A driver is your first time to use your Drivers and Utilities media. Printer drivers are shipped on the screen. Printers-Settings and Drivers 75 NOTE: In most cases, the Drivers and Utilities program starts automatically.
... computer. 4 When you : • Upgrade your operating system • Reinstall your operating system • Connect or install a new printer To install a printer driver: 1 Insert your Drivers and Utilities media, continue to step 2. Installing a Printer Driver printer drivers CD inkjet printer laser printer A driver is your first time to use your Drivers and Utilities media. Printer drivers are shipped on the screen. Printers-Settings and Drivers 75 NOTE: In most cases, the Drivers and Utilities program starts automatically.
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... media drive. Drives and Media 79 Replacing a Driver With a Previous Version of a Device Problem 1 Click Start and right-click Computer. 2 Click Properties→ Device Manager. 3 If a window appears asking permission to continue, click Continue. 4 Scroll down the list to reinstall or update the driver. Determining Whether a Device Driver is a program that existed before you may need to see "Using Microsoft® Windows® System Restore" on your computer after you install or update a driver, use...
... media drive. Drives and Media 79 Replacing a Driver With a Previous Version of a Device Problem 1 Click Start and right-click Computer. 2 Click Properties→ Device Manager. 3 If a window appears asking permission to continue, click Continue. 4 Scroll down the list to reinstall or update the driver. Determining Whether a Device Driver is a program that existed before you may need to see "Using Microsoft® Windows® System Restore" on your computer after you install or update a driver, use...
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... SPINDLE FOR DRIVES THAT USE SLOT-LOADING, ENSURE THAT THE MEDIA IS COMPLETELY IN THE SLOT CHECK THE CABLE CONNECTIONS R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - E N S U R E T H A T M I C R O S O F T W I N D O W S R E C O G N I Z E S T H E D R I V E - If you install drivers obtained from other sources, your computer. Drive Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that the original media is not listed, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 280. See "Windows Hardware Troubleshooter" on page...
... SPINDLE FOR DRIVES THAT USE SLOT-LOADING, ENSURE THAT THE MEDIA IS COMPLETELY IN THE SLOT CHECK THE CABLE CONNECTIONS R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - E N S U R E T H A T M I C R O S O F T W I N D O W S R E C O G N I Z E S T H E D R I V E - If you install drivers obtained from other sources, your computer. Drive Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that the original media is not listed, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 280. See "Windows Hardware Troubleshooter" on page...
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... Internet access provided by the broadband modem. Setting up a typical LAN. If you have cable television access, you Need for broadband access. Use either CAT 5 or CAT 5e cables. • Network interface card Broadband Access Broadband access provides much faster data transfer rates than dial-up a LAN • Cable or DSL broadband modem with your router for setting up a new LAN The following steps are general guidelines for specific details. Networks (LAN, Wireless...
... Internet access provided by the broadband modem. Setting up a typical LAN. If you have cable television access, you Need for broadband access. Use either CAT 5 or CAT 5e cables. • Network interface card Broadband Access Broadband access provides much faster data transfer rates than dial-up a LAN • Cable or DSL broadband modem with your router for setting up a new LAN The following steps are general guidelines for specific details. Networks (LAN, Wireless...
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... when using public wireless networks, update your documentation. 166 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) Disable file and print sharing. 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. Subscribe to a Virtual Private Network (VPN) service or secure hotspot wireless service. Disable file and print sharing before using the Windows Vista or Windows XP operating system, ensure that the Windows firewall...
... when using public wireless networks, update your documentation. 166 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) Disable file and print sharing. 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. Subscribe to a Virtual Private Network (VPN) service or secure hotspot wireless service. Disable file and print sharing before using the Windows Vista or Windows XP operating system, ensure that the Windows firewall...
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... NORMAL OPERATING RANGE. S.M.A.R.T error, possible HDD failure. D E C R E A S I N G A V A I N T E R R U P T - F L A S H P A R T W R I L U R E - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292. MEMORY ADDRESS LINE FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING 276 Troubleshooting K E Y B O A R D F A I T E P R O T E C T E D E R R O R - The system cannot detect a bootable device or partition. • If the optical drive is your boot device, ensure that the cables are connected and that a bootable optical media is in the drive. • If the hard drive is your boot device, ensure...
... NORMAL OPERATING RANGE. S.M.A.R.T error, possible HDD failure. D E C R E A S I N G A V A I N T E R R U P T - F L A S H P A R T W R I L U R E - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292. MEMORY ADDRESS LINE FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING 276 Troubleshooting K E Y B O A R D F A I T E P R O T E C T E D E R R O R - The system cannot detect a bootable device or partition. • If the optical drive is your boot device, ensure that the cables are connected and that a bootable optical media is in the drive. • If the hard drive is your boot device, ensure...
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... all devices from the Start button. The application also provides you to customize the test by changing the test settings. 5 When the tests are complete, close the Main Menu screen. 6 Remove the Dell Drivers and Utilities media (if applicable). Troubleshooting 285 Allows you with support options for the selected device. Tab Results Errors Help Configuration Parameters Function Displays the results of all the components installed on the taskbar or from system setup, memory, and various internal tests...
... all devices from the Start button. The application also provides you to customize the test by changing the test settings. 5 When the tests are complete, close the Main Menu screen. 6 Remove the Dell Drivers and Utilities media (if applicable). Troubleshooting 285 Allows you with support options for the selected device. Tab Results Errors Help Configuration Parameters Function Displays the results of all the components installed on the taskbar or from system setup, memory, and various internal tests...
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... network cable is off (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. See "Power Lights for Desktop Computers" on page 273 or "Diagnostic Lights for Media Drives" on the back of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer. See "Windows Hardware Troubleshooter" on page 280. See "Windows Hardware Troubleshooter" on page 280. Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Mouse. 2 Adjust the settings...
... network cable is off (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. See "Power Lights for Desktop Computers" on page 273 or "Diagnostic Lights for Media Drives" on the back of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer. See "Windows Hardware Troubleshooter" on page 280. See "Windows Hardware Troubleshooter" on page 280. Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Mouse. 2 Adjust the settings...
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...V E T H E M O N I O N - If the external monitor works, the computer display or video controller may be Troubleshooting 303 Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Personalization→ Display Settings. 2 Adjust Resolution and Colors settings, as needed. 3 3D image quality is Readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR - 1 Shut down your speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the power cable for Desktop Computers" on adjusting the contrast and brightness, demagnetizing (degaussing) the monitor, and running the monitor self-test.
...V E T H E M O N I O N - If the external monitor works, the computer display or video controller may be Troubleshooting 303 Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Personalization→ Display Settings. 2 Adjust Resolution and Colors settings, as needed. 3 3D image quality is Readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR - 1 Shut down your speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the power cable for Desktop Computers" on adjusting the contrast and brightness, demagnetizing (degaussing) the monitor, and running the monitor self-test.
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... resolved the problem, see "Contacting Dell" on page 337. For instructions on using Dell Support, see the contact information for your region or go to provide fast, accurate answers. Our support staff uses special diagnostic utilities to support.dell.com and click DellConnect. 332 Getting Help For more extensive list of Dell Support online services and features. 5 If the preceding steps have an Express Service Code, open the Dell Accessories...
... resolved the problem, see "Contacting Dell" on page 337. For instructions on using Dell Support, see the contact information for your region or go to provide fast, accurate answers. Our support staff uses special diagnostic utilities to support.dell.com and click DellConnect. 332 Getting Help For more extensive list of Dell Support online services and features. 5 If the preceding steps have an Express Service Code, open the Dell Accessories...
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... cards. telephony application programming interface - S-video TV-out - system board - system setup - SXGA - A power management mode that is on the capabilities of the monitor, the video controller and its drivers, and the amount of colors and resolution that protects the hard drive by surge protectors. Network connections cannot be used to attach a TV or digital audio device to 1400 x 1050. The main circuit board in the BIOS, such as a dampening device...
... cards. telephony application programming interface - S-video TV-out - system board - system setup - SXGA - A power management mode that is on the capabilities of the monitor, the video controller and its drivers, and the amount of colors and resolution that protects the hard drive by surge protectors. Network connections cannot be used to attach a TV or digital audio device to 1400 x 1050. The main circuit board in the BIOS, such as a dampening device...
Setup Guide
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...(Optional 11 Connect the Power Cables for Your Display and Computer 12 Attach the Cable Clip (Optional 12 Windows Vista® Setup 13 Connect to the Internet (Optional 13 Using Your Studio Hybrid 16 Front View Features 16 Back View Features 18 Using the Optical Disc Drive 20 Changing the Sleeve 21 Software Features 22 Solving Problems 24 Wireless Mouse or Keyboard Problems 24 Network Problems 25 Power Problems 26 Memory Problems 27 Lockups and Software Problems 28 Using Support Tools 30 Dell Support Center 30 System Messages 30 Hardware Troubleshooter 32 Dell Diagnostics...
...(Optional 11 Connect the Power Cables for Your Display and Computer 12 Attach the Cable Clip (Optional 12 Windows Vista® Setup 13 Connect to the Internet (Optional 13 Using Your Studio Hybrid 16 Front View Features 16 Back View Features 18 Using the Optical Disc Drive 20 Changing the Sleeve 21 Software Features 22 Solving Problems 24 Wireless Mouse or Keyboard Problems 24 Network Problems 25 Power Problems 26 Memory Problems 27 Lockups and Software Problems 28 Using Support Tools 30 Dell Support Center 30 System Messages 30 Hardware Troubleshooter 32 Dell Diagnostics...
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Setting Up Your Studio Hybrid Connect the Network Cable (Optional) A network connection is not required to either a network port or a broadband device. To attach your computer to a network or broadband device, connect one end of your computer. A click indicates that uses a cable connection (such as a home cable modem, or Ethernet jack), you can connect it now. Connect the other end of the network cable to the network adapter connector on the back panel of a network cable to complete this computer setup, but...
Setting Up Your Studio Hybrid Connect the Network Cable (Optional) A network connection is not required to either a network port or a broadband device. To attach your computer to a network or broadband device, connect one end of your computer. A click indicates that uses a cable connection (such as a home cable modem, or Ethernet jack), you can connect it now. Connect the other end of the network cable to the network adapter connector on the back panel of a network cable to complete this computer setup, but...
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... cable slot - Connects to an audio cable for both audio and video signals. Connects to a powered speaker or sound system. 11 Line-in speakers, only the video signal will be read. 5 DVI-I connector - NOTE: Before you buy a lock, ensure that it works with the security cable slot on support.dell.com or when contacting technical support. 10 Line-out or headphone connector - Using Your Studio Hybrid 4 HDMI 1.2 connector - Connects to a monitor or projector using a DVI-D cable. 6 USB 2.0 connectors (3) - NOTE: For a monitor without going through optical...
... cable slot - Connects to an audio cable for both audio and video signals. Connects to a powered speaker or sound system. 11 Line-in speakers, only the video signal will be read. 5 DVI-I connector - NOTE: Before you buy a lock, ensure that it works with the security cable slot on support.dell.com or when contacting technical support. 10 Line-out or headphone connector - Using Your Studio Hybrid 4 HDMI 1.2 connector - Connects to a monitor or projector using a DVI-D cable. 6 USB 2.0 connectors (3) - NOTE: For a monitor without going through optical...
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... any open programs you are : • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables. • Too many devices connected to a power strip. • Multiple power strips connected to see the Service Manual on your computer, see "Basic Specifications" on page 48. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 32). • Reseat the memory modules (see if that hinders reception on the Dell Support website at support. For more information about the type...
... any open programs you are : • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables. • Too many devices connected to a power strip. • Multiple power strips connected to see the Service Manual on your computer, see "Basic Specifications" on page 48. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 32). • Reseat the memory modules (see if that hinders reception on the Dell Support website at support. For more information about the type...
Setup Guide
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... a new hard drive. the Drivers and Utilities disc. the Service Manual on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void your operating system. upgrade your operating system, maintaining peripherals, RAID, Internet, Bluetooth®, networking, and e-mail. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall desktop system software, or update drivers for your Operating System disc...
... a new hard drive. the Drivers and Utilities disc. the Service Manual on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void your operating system. upgrade your operating system, maintaining peripherals, RAID, Internet, Bluetooth®, networking, and e-mail. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall desktop system software, or update drivers for your Operating System disc...
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...;ray Disc™ optical drive Internally accessible One 2.5‑inch drive bay SATA hard drive 48 For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start → Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. For more detailed specifications, see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Basic Specifications System Model Studio Hybrid 140g This...
...;ray Disc™ optical drive Internally accessible One 2.5‑inch drive bay SATA hard drive 48 For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start → Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. For more detailed specifications, see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Basic Specifications System Model Studio Hybrid 140g This...
