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To access Windows Help and Support: 1 Click Start or → Help and Support. 2 Click the topic or task you want to perform. 3 If the specific task is not listed, use available features. In the Start Search field (or Search in Windows XP), type a word or phrase that describes your question, ...
To access Windows Help and Support: 1 Click Start or → Help and Support. 2 Click the topic or task you want to perform. 3 If the specific task is not listed, use available features. In the Start Search field (or Search in Windows XP), type a word or phrase that describes your question, ...
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Control Panel To manage viewing features and computer functions, click Start or → Control Panel. 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 FOR MORE INFORMATION: See Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support.
Control Panel To manage viewing features and computer functions, click Start or → Control Panel. 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 FOR MORE INFORMATION: See Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support.
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... Start or → Help and Support. Double click Components to view a table identifying the component or device name and related setting and configuration information. 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...
... Start or → Help and Support. Double click Components to view a table identifying the component or device name and related setting and configuration information. 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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... a program is 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 the Search field. 3 Press . Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Search→ All Files or Folders. 2 Enter... networking. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about wireless networking. The device guide provides helpful information about connecting to search for a specific program: Windows Vista® 1 Click Start →Search. 2 Enter the name of the program and click Search.
... a program is 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 the Search field. 3 Press . Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Search→ All Files or Folders. 2 Enter... networking. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about wireless networking. The device guide provides helpful information about connecting to search for a specific program: Windows Vista® 1 Click Start →Search. 2 Enter the name of the program and click Search.
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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. Monitors and Displays 49
..., 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. Monitors and Displays 49
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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 the device. See "Determining Whether a Device Driver is integrated into the alphabetic keys.) Navigation Devices (Mouse, Keyboard, Touch Pad) 65...
..., 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 the device. See "Determining Whether a Device Driver is integrated into the alphabetic keys.) Navigation Devices (Mouse, Keyboard, Touch Pad) 65...
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Printers-Settings and Drivers Accessing Printer Information You can find information about your computer. 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 71 See your printer manufacturer's documentation for hardware-specific information.
Printers-Settings and Drivers Accessing Printer Information You can find information about your computer. 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 71 See your printer manufacturer's documentation for hardware-specific information.
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.... A shared printer is also called a network printer. Setting the Default Printer Set the printer 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 Default Printer.
.... A shared printer is also called a network printer. Setting the Default Printer Set the printer 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 Default Printer.
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... printer. • Network cables - What You Need to Set up a LAN • Cable or DSL broadband modem with your router for specific details. You can obtain cable broadband access through your computer or computer network to provide the broadband service; Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) ...connect your cable provider. • You must have cable television access, you Need for Broadband Access • You can choose between two specific types of broadband access offered by telephone companies, but it is not required. a new line is not available at all locations. See...
... printer. • Network cables - What You Need to Set up a LAN • Cable or DSL broadband modem with your router for specific details. You can obtain cable broadband access through your computer or computer network to provide the broadband service; Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) ...connect your cable provider. • You must have cable television access, you Need for Broadband Access • You can choose between two specific types of broadband access offered by telephone companies, but it is not required. a new line is not available at all locations. See...
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... you have Internet access through your broadband modem. 3 Install any software required for setting up the Hardware 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about connecting your computer's Control Panel, click Network and Internet connections→ Network and Sharing Center. Install the required software according to the Network...
... you have Internet access through your broadband modem. 3 Install any software required for setting up the Hardware 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about connecting your computer's Control Panel, click Network and Internet connections→ Network and Sharing Center. Install the required software according to the Network...
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... a wireless Internet connection. 3 Install any software required for your computer or look for connecting to a network using wireless technology. Specific network names and configuration details vary. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 155 Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Control...troubleshooting information. 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...
... a wireless Internet connection. 3 Install any software required for your computer or look for connecting to a network using wireless technology. Specific network names and configuration details vary. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 155 Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Control...troubleshooting information. 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...
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... Internet access over a much wider geographical area than a WLAN, which typically covers only from your service provider for coverage details. Contact your cellular phone in a specific geographical location, that accompanied your card if you are able to make a call from 100 to 1000 feet. NOTE: Even if you purchased it separately...
... Internet access over a much wider geographical area than a WLAN, which typically covers only from your service provider for coverage details. Contact your cellular phone in a specific geographical location, that accompanied your card if you are able to make a call from 100 to 1000 feet. NOTE: Even if you purchased it separately...
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...Wi-Fi network connections. You can access the Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager from the Dell ControlPoint (DCP) application. To scan for scanning. NOTE: The light turns on page 307) Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager You can accomplish this task through: • Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager • System BIOS, ...scan for wireless networks in the documentation for using the wireless switch or button. The wireless switch uses the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator to scan specifically for a few seconds (see "System Setup" on only when the computer is turned off.
...Wi-Fi network connections. You can access the Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager from the Dell ControlPoint (DCP) application. To scan for scanning. NOTE: The light turns on page 307) Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager You can accomplish this task through: • Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager • System BIOS, ...scan for wireless networks in the documentation for using the wireless switch or button. The wireless switch uses the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator to scan specifically for a few seconds (see "System Setup" on only when the computer is turned off.
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... keep a log of Don't allow you to customize your security settings. 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 Windows Firewall to be applied to boost the security settings. This option places the...
... keep a log of Don't allow you to customize your security settings. 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 Windows Firewall to be applied to boost the security settings. This option places the...
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... date. Spyware and Malware Spyware is always up your computer. Spyware and malware can also be used for Windows Vista, visit the Microsoft Catalog at specific targets. HINT: Use trusted websites when downloading files. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about individuals who do not protect their computers. It can potentially...
... date. Spyware and Malware Spyware is always up your computer. Spyware and malware can also be used for Windows Vista, visit the Microsoft Catalog at specific targets. HINT: Use trusted websites when downloading files. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about individuals who do not protect their computers. It can potentially...
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...need to find information (a web page) on the Internet without actually knowing the web address, you use a search engine to search 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 are many ...search engine). There are searching for information, make sure that you can also be accomplished by pressing the key combination. This function can use specifically related words to help refine your spelling is displayed below the search field. A list of the previously chosen favorites. Each search engine may...
...need to find information (a web page) on the Internet without actually knowing the web address, you use a search engine to search 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 are many ...search engine). There are searching for information, make sure that you can also be accomplished by pressing the key combination. This function can use specifically related words to help refine your spelling is displayed below the search field. A list of the previously chosen favorites. Each search engine may...
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... select the tab 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. For more information, see...
... select the tab 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. For more information, see...
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...increase the resolution above a certain level. Select the resolution, color level, and refresh rate. From the Advanced tab, select the tab specific for the video card installed in Windows Help and Support. If the video resolution setting is higher than that usually appears at one time...to adjust the computer display. Before adjusting the refresh rate on the Settings tab of the Display Properties window allows you to resolve specific display problems. Accessing the Video Card Control Features For additional features and settings, click Advanced. NOTICE: You can also click the ...
...increase the resolution above a certain level. Select the resolution, color level, and refresh rate. From the Advanced tab, select the tab specific for the video card installed in Windows Help and Support. If the video resolution setting is higher than that usually appears at one time...to adjust the computer display. Before adjusting the refresh rate on the Settings tab of the Display Properties window allows you to resolve specific display problems. Accessing the Video Card Control Features For additional features and settings, click Advanced. NOTICE: You can also click the ...
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... Video Card Control Panel screen provides detailed help you click the tab for using the control panel features. For example, to help information for the specific video card, the appropriate video card control panel is displayed. For example, if the computer has an Nvidia video card, the Nvidia Control Panel is...
... Video Card Control Panel screen provides detailed help you click the tab for using the control panel features. For example, to help information for the specific video card, the appropriate video card control panel is displayed. For example, if the computer has an Nvidia video card, the Nvidia Control Panel is...
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... ENOUGH POWER TO RUN THE ATTACHED DOCKING STATION. STRIKE T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST PERFORMANCE. WARNING: THE BATTERIES CANNOT BE IDENTIFIED. THE RECOMMENDED XXX-W AC ADAPTER ORIGINALLY SHIPPED. STRIKE THE F1 KEY... WARNING! THIS WILL INCREASE THE TIME TO CHARGE THE BATTERY. WARNING: DELL'S DISK MONITORING SYSTEM HAS DETECTED THAT DRIVE [0/1] ON THE [PRIMARY/SECONDARY] EIDE CONTROLLER IS OPERATING OUTSIDE OF NORMAL SPECIFICATIONS. WARNING: THE PRIMARY BATTERY CANNOT BE IDENTIFIED. PRESS F1 TO SHUTDOWN THE...
... ENOUGH POWER TO RUN THE ATTACHED DOCKING STATION. STRIKE T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST PERFORMANCE. WARNING: THE BATTERIES CANNOT BE IDENTIFIED. THE RECOMMENDED XXX-W AC ADAPTER ORIGINALLY SHIPPED. STRIKE THE F1 KEY... WARNING! THIS WILL INCREASE THE TIME TO CHARGE THE BATTERY. WARNING: DELL'S DISK MONITORING SYSTEM HAS DETECTED THAT DRIVE [0/1] ON THE [PRIMARY/SECONDARY] EIDE CONTROLLER IS OPERATING OUTSIDE OF NORMAL SPECIFICATIONS. WARNING: THE PRIMARY BATTERY CANNOT BE IDENTIFIED. PRESS F1 TO SHUTDOWN THE...