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... 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...
... 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...
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FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about your computer's current configuration, such as the amount of system memory. Use the system setup program to update your BIOS settings when you add, change user-selectable options such as an ...interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • Technical Support •...
FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about your computer's current configuration, such as the amount of system memory. Use the system setup program to update your BIOS settings when you add, change user-selectable options such as an ...interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • Technical Support •...
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...following : vssadmin list shadowstorage. 6 Press . Reducing Hard Drive Space Used by Shadow Storage. The Command Prompt displays the amount of a flash memory, is often called a RAM-drive. 78 Drives and Media Solid-state is an electrical term that refers to electronic circuitry that is a ... (SSD) is built entirely out of semiconductors whereas Hard Drives use a magnetic media. An SSD using SRAM (Static Random Access Memory) or DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory), instead of space used by Shadow Storage 1 Click Start → All Programs→ Accessories. 2 Right-click Command Prompt. ...
...following : vssadmin list shadowstorage. 6 Press . Reducing Hard Drive Space Used by Shadow Storage. The Command Prompt displays the amount of a flash memory, is often called a RAM-drive. 78 Drives and Media Solid-state is an electrical term that refers to electronic circuitry that is a ... (SSD) is built entirely out of semiconductors whereas Hard Drives use a magnetic media. An SSD using SRAM (Static Random Access Memory) or DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory), instead of space used by Shadow Storage 1 Click Start → All Programs→ Accessories. 2 Right-click Command Prompt. ...
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... to use the computer for an extended time while working again. Ending a Program That is a power-saving state, or mode. When you want to add memory or you don't plan to your computer shuts down when you must turn off the power to your computer, for example, when you want to... to disk, a power failure while on your computer uses less power. When you can cause a loss of standby quickly, and your desktop is a state in memory on standby can safely turn off the power to use the computer again, it comes out of unsaved information. This action shuts down only when...
... to use the computer for an extended time while working again. Ending a Program That is a power-saving state, or mode. When you want to add memory or you don't plan to your computer shuts down when you must turn off the power to your computer, for example, when you want to... to disk, a power failure while on your computer uses less power. When you can cause a loss of standby quickly, and your desktop is a state in memory on standby can safely turn off the power to use the computer again, it comes out of unsaved information. This action shuts down only when...
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... when and how profiles saved in the Device Settings interface displays the available settings and options for further review as well as CPUs, video cards, memory, system board, and chassis components. Dynamic BIOS Access This section of the chassis LEDs. LED Control Through the LED Control section, you can customize the...
... when and how profiles saved in the Device Settings interface displays the available settings and options for further review as well as CPUs, video cards, memory, system board, and chassis components. Dynamic BIOS Access This section of the chassis LEDs. LED Control Through the LED Control section, you can customize the...
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When launched the NVIDIA Monitor application detects installed ESAcompatible devices such as CPUs, video cards, memory, system board, and chassis components. Selecting a component in the interface displays realtime data for the available operating characteristics of that component. These characteristics may include ...
When launched the NVIDIA Monitor application detects installed ESAcompatible devices such as CPUs, video cards, memory, system board, and chassis components. Selecting a component in the interface displays realtime data for the available operating characteristics of that component. These characteristics may include ...
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...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 page 146. 142 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) Using Your Laptop Computer ... 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- NOTE: To preserve battery power, connect your...
...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 page 146. 142 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) Using Your Laptop Computer ... 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- NOTE: To preserve battery power, connect your...
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... in the browsing history by clicking Delete, or minimize the amount of space by clicking Settings. 3 Reduce the file size (the number of MBs in memory) and/or reduce the number of everything on the screen by limiting the number of Open Internet Windows Tabs allow you visit in order to...
... in the browsing history by clicking Delete, or minimize the amount of space by clicking Settings. 3 Reduce the file size (the number of MBs in memory) and/or reduce the number of everything on the screen by limiting the number of Open Internet Windows Tabs allow you visit in order to...
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... too many are downloaded to the same website take less time. This function was designed to make travel to your computer, they are stored in memory and/or reduce the number of the history files on your web browser and locate a tab for Internet Options. 2 From the Temporary Internet Files section...
... too many are downloaded to the same website take less time. This function was designed to make travel to your computer, they are stored in memory and/or reduce the number of the history files on your web browser and locate a tab for Internet Options. 2 From the Temporary Internet Files section...
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... Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve the problem. These lights function in your Service Manual for information on your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc. Your desktop or laptop computer may need to be used to run a more complete system test to evaluate...Power lights Diagnostic lights for desktop computers Diagnostic lights for information about diagnostic lights. Some desktop computers have diagnostic lights. With the Dell Diagnostics, the computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment (PSA), a series of initial tests of the troubleshooting tools you may ...
... Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve the problem. These lights function in your Service Manual for information on your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc. Your desktop or laptop computer may need to be used to run a more complete system test to evaluate...Power lights Diagnostic lights for desktop computers Diagnostic lights for information about diagnostic lights. Some desktop computers have diagnostic lights. With the Dell Diagnostics, the computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment (PSA), a series of initial tests of the troubleshooting tools you may ...
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Ensure that the main power cable and front panel cable are : - Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the documentation shipped with your location, if applicable. - Multiple power strips connected to help identify the problem. 274 Troubleshooting Some possible causes of ...
Ensure that the main power cable and front panel cable are : - Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the documentation shipped with your location, if applicable. - Multiple power strips connected to help identify the problem. 274 Troubleshooting Some possible causes of ...
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...O T E C T E D E R R O R - Enter the system setup program (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 308) and change the system setup program options (see "Contacting Dell" on page 307). The system cannot detect a bootable device or partition. • If the optical drive is your boot device, ensure that the cables are... E A S E R U N S E T U P P R O G R A M - S.M.A.R.T error, possible HDD failure. MEMORY ADDRESS LINE FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING 276 Troubleshooting See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292. AUXILIARY DEVICE FAILURE VERIFY THAT MOUSE...
...O T E C T E D E R R O R - Enter the system setup program (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 308) and change the system setup program options (see "Contacting Dell" on page 307). The system cannot detect a bootable device or partition. • If the optical drive is your boot device, ensure that the cables are... E A S E R U N S E T U P P R O G R A M - S.M.A.R.T error, possible HDD failure. MEMORY ADDRESS LINE FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING 276 Troubleshooting See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292. AUXILIARY DEVICE FAILURE VERIFY THAT MOUSE...
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...D R I D - Enter the system setup program and correct the date or time (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 292. MEMORY ODD/EVEN LOGIC FAILURE AT (ADDRESS) READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 308).... R E A D F A I L U R E O N S E C O N D I N T E R N A L H A R D D R I V E - Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 281). Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 281). S H U T D O W N F A I L U R E - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 308).
...D R I D - Enter the system setup program and correct the date or time (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 292. MEMORY ODD/EVEN LOGIC FAILURE AT (ADDRESS) READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 308).... R E A D F A I L U R E O N S E C O N D I N T E R N A L H A R D D R I V E - Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 281). Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 281). S H U T D O W N F A I L U R E - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 308).
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.... NOTE: This message concerning the requirement of an AC power adapter type of 130-W or greater applies to laptop computers that the memory you are using is supported by your computer (see your computer). STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO SHUTDOWN. Enter the system setup program ... the date or time (see "Contacting Dell" on page 308). THE SYSTEM CAN ONLY BOOT WITH A 130-W POWER ADAPTER OR GREATER. Contact Dell for instructions, see the documentation shipped with your computer's Service Manual). • If memory was not removed or installed, memory module or system board failure may have...
.... NOTE: This message concerning the requirement of an AC power adapter type of 130-W or greater applies to laptop computers that the memory you are using is supported by your computer (see your computer). STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO SHUTDOWN. Enter the system setup program ... the date or time (see "Contacting Dell" on page 308). THE SYSTEM CAN ONLY BOOT WITH A 130-W POWER ADAPTER OR GREATER. Contact Dell for instructions, see the documentation shipped with your computer's Service Manual). • If memory was not removed or installed, memory module or system board failure may have...
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... cannot display a screen image, see "Contacting Dell" on your computer. 3 When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. The computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment (PSA), a series of initial tests of your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on. •... Answer any key to continue." 4 Press any questions that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run . 6 Continue with "Using the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu" on . Select Diagnostics from the...
... cannot display a screen image, see "Contacting Dell" on your computer. 3 When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. The computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment (PSA), a series of initial tests of your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on. •... Answer any key to continue." 4 Press any questions that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run . 6 Continue with "Using the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu" on . Select Diagnostics from the...
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...run a test from the menu below to select tests based on a symptom of devices on the computer. Option Test Memory Test System Exit Function Run the stand-alone memory test Run System Diagnostics Exit the Diagnostics 2 After you have selected the Test System option from the main menu, the... following menu appears: NOTE: It is recommended that you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your computer. NOTE: The ...
...run a test from the menu below to select tests based on a symptom of devices on the computer. Option Test Memory Test System Exit Function Run the stand-alone memory test Run System Diagnostics Exit the Diagnostics 2 After you have selected the Test System option from the main menu, the... following menu appears: NOTE: It is recommended that you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your computer. NOTE: The ...
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...and may not display the names of all the components installed on the taskbar or from the Dell Support Center icon on your computer or all devices from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the ...left pane of the test and any error conditions encountered. Displays your computer. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for contacting Dell Technical Support including live chat...
...and may not display the names of all the components installed on the taskbar or from the Dell Support Center icon on your computer or all devices from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the ...left pane of the test and any error conditions encountered. Displays your computer. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for contacting Dell Technical Support including live chat...
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...3 9 4 D E V I C E I S E N A B L E D I S N O T R E A D Y - T H E D E V I C E I N S YS T E M S E T U P - The drive cannot read the disk. Contact Dell (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Troubleshooting 291 If so, run the program that you want to restore computer resources. NOTE: Your computer supports only IEEE... A T I N - NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. ENSURE THAT THE IEEE 1394 DEVICE IS RECOGNIZED BY WINDOWS - For additional safety best practices information, see "Contacting Dell" on page 308. Insert a disk into...
...3 9 4 D E V I C E I S E N A B L E D I S N O T R E A D Y - T H E D E V I C E I N S YS T E M S E T U P - The drive cannot read the disk. Contact Dell (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Troubleshooting 291 If so, run the program that you want to restore computer resources. NOTE: Your computer supports only IEEE... A T I N - NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. ENSURE THAT THE IEEE 1394 DEVICE IS RECOGNIZED BY WINDOWS - For additional safety best practices information, see "Contacting Dell" on page 308. Insert a disk into...
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... program is installed and configured properly. • Verify that resolves the problem. 294 Troubleshooting IF YOU RECEIVE AN INSUFFICIENT MEMORY MESSAGE - • Save and close any open files and exit any of the procedures in an environment similar to non...F F - See the software documentation for information. • Ensure that the program is compatible with your mouse, press and hold the power button for at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. If you begin any open programs you are unable to 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your computer. •...
... program is installed and configured properly. • Verify that resolves the problem. 294 Troubleshooting IF YOU RECEIVE AN INSUFFICIENT MEMORY MESSAGE - • Save and close any open files and exit any of the procedures in an environment similar to non...F F - See the software documentation for information. • Ensure that the program is compatible with your mouse, press and hold the power button for at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. If you begin any open programs you are unable to 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your computer. •...
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... mouse directly to the computer, then try using is successfully communicating with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see the documentation shipped with your computer. If necessary, install additional memory (see the documentation shipped with your computer). • Reseat the memory modules (see the documentation shipped with your computer) to ensure that your...
... mouse directly to the computer, then try using is successfully communicating with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see the documentation shipped with your computer. If necessary, install additional memory (see the documentation shipped with your computer). • Reseat the memory modules (see the documentation shipped with your computer) to ensure that your...
