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... used in the United States and/or other countries.; and other countries. represents Windows Vista Start button. Intel and iAMT are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Dell Inc.; and is used by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. August 2008 Rev. Trademarks used in... trademarks of Blu-ray Disc Association; Dell Inc. A01 NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. Blu-ray Disc is strictly forbidden. represents Windows XP Start button. Notes, Notices, and Cautions ...
... used in the United States and/or other countries.; and other countries. represents Windows Vista Start button. Intel and iAMT are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Dell Inc.; and is used by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. August 2008 Rev. Trademarks used in... trademarks of Blu-ray Disc Association; Dell Inc. A01 NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. Blu-ray Disc is strictly forbidden. represents Windows XP Start button. Notes, Notices, and Cautions ...
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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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... the Desktop 37 Shortcut Menus 38 Changing the Desktop Appearance 39 Windows Vista 39 Windows® XP 40 Setting up a Screen Saver 41 Windows Vista 41 Windows XP 41 Start Button (Menu 42 Overview 42 Customizing the Start Menu 43 Control Panel 44 Accessing and Using the Control Panel 45 Customizing Your Computer Settings...
... the Desktop 37 Shortcut Menus 38 Changing the Desktop Appearance 39 Windows Vista 39 Windows® XP 40 Setting up a Screen Saver 41 Windows Vista 41 Windows XP 41 Start Button (Menu 42 Overview 42 Customizing the Start Menu 43 Control Panel 44 Accessing and Using the Control Panel 45 Customizing Your Computer Settings...
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... That is not Responding . . . . 103 Docking and Undocking Your Laptop Computer. . . . 104 Undocking Your Computer While it Stops Responding and Displays a Solid Blue Screen 106 Starting Your Computer in Safe Mode 107 Restarting Your Computer After a Power Loss . . . . 108 8 Files and Folders 109 Navigating to Shut Down Normally 105 Shutting Down...
... That is not Responding . . . . 103 Docking and Undocking Your Laptop Computer. . . . 104 Undocking Your Computer While it Stops Responding and Displays a Solid Blue Screen 106 Starting Your Computer in Safe Mode 107 Restarting Your Computer After a Power Loss . . . . 108 8 Files and Folders 109 Navigating to Shut Down Normally 105 Shutting Down...
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... to Increase Computer Speed and Ensure Security 125 Cleaning Your Computer 126 Before You Start 126 Cleaning the Computer 126 Cleaning Optical Drives and Optical Drive Media 126 Managing Your Computer Performance 127 Windows Vista 127 Windows® XP 128 Performance Tuning 129 System Setup Based Performance Tuning . . . . 129 Software Based Performance...
... to Increase Computer Speed and Ensure Security 125 Cleaning Your Computer 126 Before You Start 126 Cleaning the Computer 126 Cleaning Optical Drives and Optical Drive Media 126 Managing Your Computer Performance 127 Windows Vista 127 Windows® XP 128 Performance Tuning 129 System Setup Based Performance Tuning . . . . 129 Software Based Performance...
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... Using Microsoft® Windows® System Restore . . . . . 265 Starting System Restore 266 Undoing the Last System Restore 266 Enabling System Restore 267 Using Dell™ PC Restore and Dell Factory Image Restore 267 Windows Vista: Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . 268 Using the Operating System Media 269 ...Before you Begin 269 Reinstalling Windows XP or Windows Vista . . . . 269...
... Using Microsoft® Windows® System Restore . . . . . 265 Starting System Restore 266 Undoing the Last System Restore 266 Enabling System Restore 267 Using Dell™ PC Restore and Dell Factory Image Restore 267 Windows Vista: Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . 268 Using the Operating System Media 269 ...Before you Begin 269 Reinstalling Windows XP or Windows Vista . . . . 269...
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...Information About Installed Hardware • Device Manager • Programs Installed on Your Computer • Wireless Networking • Dell Support Website Finding Information 23 The Start button may differ in appearance depending on the version of Windows, but it is consistently located on the left side ...of the Windows taskbar. Finding Information Start Button From the Microsoft® Windows® operating system desktop, you can click the Start button to access resources, programs, and specialized tools for managing the way Windows ...
...Information About Installed Hardware • Device Manager • Programs Installed on Your Computer • Wireless Networking • Dell Support Website Finding Information 23 The Start button may differ in appearance depending on the version of Windows, but it is consistently located on the left side ...of the Windows taskbar. Finding Information Start Button From the Microsoft® Windows® operating system desktop, you can click the Start button to access resources, programs, and specialized tools for managing the way Windows ...
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... field (or Search in Windows XP), type a word or phrase that describes your question, and then press or click the arrow or the magnifying glass. 4 Click the topic that describes your computer. To access Windows Help and Support: 1 Click Start or → Help and Support. 2 Click the topic or task you want...
... field (or Search in Windows XP), type a word or phrase that describes your question, and then press or click the arrow or the magnifying glass. 4 Click the topic that describes your computer. To access Windows Help and Support: 1 Click Start or → Help and Support. 2 Click the topic or task you want...
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Windows® XP User's Guides To view the user's guides available on page 26). Finding Information 25 Windows Vista® Basic Computer Information Click Start → Control Panel→ System and Maintenance→ System to diagnose problems. You can also view more details about ...your computer through the Control Panel (see "Control Panel" on your computer, click Start → Help and Support→ Dell User and System guides (from the Pick a Task options) to view your computer information and to view your computer information...
Windows® XP User's Guides To view the user's guides available on page 26). Finding Information 25 Windows Vista® Basic Computer Information Click Start → Control Panel→ System and Maintenance→ System to diagnose problems. You can also view more details about ...your computer through the Control Panel (see "Control Panel" on your computer, click Start → Help and Support→ Dell User and System guides (from the Pick a Task options) to view your computer information and to view your computer information...
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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 Control Panel To manage viewing features and computer functions, click Start or → Control Panel.
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.... 4 Select the file type from the Save as type drop-down menu. 5 Click Save. Finding Information 27 Windows® XP Click Start → Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance→ System→ Hardware tab→ Device Manager. Device Specifications 1 Click.... 2 Double click Components to expand the Components category. 3 Click the device category to expand the Components category. Windows Vista® Click Start → Control Panel→ System and Maintenance→ System→ Device Manager (listed under Tasks). Double click Components to view a table...
.... 4 Select the file type from the Save as type drop-down menu. 5 Click Save. Finding Information 27 Windows® XP Click Start → Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance→ System→ Hardware tab→ Device Manager. Device Specifications 1 Click.... 2 Double click Components to expand the Components category. 3 Click the device category to expand the Components category. Windows Vista® Click Start → Control Panel→ System and Maintenance→ System→ Device Manager (listed under Tasks). Double click Components to view a table...
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...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. Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Search→ All Files or Folders. 2 Enter the name of the program in the... Search field. 3 Press . Programs Installed on Your Computer Click Start or → All Programs to view available programs. If ...
...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. Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Search→ All Files or Folders. 2 Enter the name of the program in the... Search field. 3 Press . Programs Installed on Your Computer Click Start or → All Programs to view available programs. If ...
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The components of the screen. Microsoft Windows Desktop 33 Microsoft Windows Desktop desktop shortcut icons Start button taskbar notification area Overview The Microsoft® Windows® desktop is usually located at the bottom of the desktop include a background, icons, shortcuts, and a taskbar that is the display screen area that appears after the Windows operating system starts up.
The components of the screen. Microsoft Windows Desktop 33 Microsoft Windows Desktop desktop shortcut icons Start button taskbar notification area Overview The Microsoft® Windows® desktop is usually located at the bottom of the desktop include a background, icons, shortcuts, and a taskbar that is the display screen area that appears after the Windows operating system starts up.
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... Quick Launch toolbar taskbar button notification area Overview The Windows taskbar is usually located at the bottom of the taskbar are: Start button Provides access to open application programs. notification area Includes a clock and icons associated with it . Quick Launch toolbar ... minimized windows for open minimized windows on the desktop, or to change computer settings. If you can relocate it . Use the Start menu to start software applications and to frequently-used programs, files, or utilities on your computer. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows...
... Quick Launch toolbar taskbar button notification area Overview The Windows taskbar is usually located at the bottom of the taskbar are: Start button Provides access to open application programs. notification area Includes a clock and icons associated with it . Quick Launch toolbar ... minimized windows for open minimized windows on the desktop, or to change computer settings. If you can relocate it . Use the Start menu to start software applications and to frequently-used programs, files, or utilities on your computer. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows...
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...Basics" in the Notification Area Customize the taskbar by minimizing all open windows at once: 1 Position the cursor over an open the Taskbar and Start Menu Properties window. 3 On the Taskbar tab, select Keep the taskbar on an open area of the taskbar near the notification area to open...the arrow on an open area of the taskbar. 2 Click Properties to temporarily display the hidden icons. Adding Icons in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Displaying the Taskbar 1 Right-click on the right side of the taskbar. 2 Click Properties. To view the ...
...Basics" in the Notification Area Customize the taskbar by minimizing all open windows at once: 1 Position the cursor over an open the Taskbar and Start Menu Properties window. 3 On the Taskbar tab, select Keep the taskbar on an open area of the taskbar near the notification area to open...the arrow on an open area of the taskbar. 2 Click Properties to temporarily display the hidden icons. Adding Icons in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Displaying the Taskbar 1 Right-click on the right side of the taskbar. 2 Click Properties. To view the ...
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...and click OK. 4 Click Next. 5 Name the shortcut, and then click Finish. Microsoft Windows Desktop 37 Using Windows Explorer: 1 Right-click the Start button, select Explore. Creating and Deleting Program Shortcuts on the item, highlight Send to, and then click Desktop (create shortcut). Navigate to the folder... Windows Explorer or Desktop. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. HINT: If you delete an icon with an arrow, you are deleting the file or folder, not just ...
...and click OK. 4 Click Next. 5 Name the shortcut, and then click Finish. Microsoft Windows Desktop 37 Using Windows Explorer: 1 Right-click the Start button, select Explore. Creating and Deleting Program Shortcuts on the item, highlight Send to, and then click Desktop (create shortcut). Navigate to the folder... Windows Explorer or Desktop. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. HINT: If you delete an icon with an arrow, you are deleting the file or folder, not just ...
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...monitor settings from the Display Properties Menu screen. Use the tabs to select the items you want to adjust. Changing the Desktop Appearance Start button Control Panel Display Properties window You can manage your desktop by changing various components. Windows Vista® From the desktop: 1..., and the Personalize appearance and sounds window appears. 3 Review the available options and follow the instructions provided. From the Start menu: Microsoft Windows Desktop 39 You can personalize the appearance of these components are accessible through the Display Properties window.
...monitor settings from the Display Properties Menu screen. Use the tabs to select the items you want to adjust. Changing the Desktop Appearance Start button Control Panel Display Properties window You can manage your desktop by changing various components. Windows Vista® From the desktop: 1..., and the Personalize appearance and sounds window appears. 3 Review the available options and follow the instructions provided. From the Start menu: Microsoft Windows Desktop 39 You can personalize the appearance of these components are accessible through the Display Properties window.
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...provided. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 40 Microsoft Windows Desktop The Personalize appearance and sounds window appears. 3 Review the available ...options and follow the instructions provided. Windows® XP From the desktop: 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. 3 Click Display. 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Appearance and Personalization. 2 Click Personalization.
...provided. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 40 Microsoft Windows Desktop The Personalize appearance and sounds window appears. 3 Review the available ...options and follow the instructions provided. Windows® XP From the desktop: 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. 3 Click Display. 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Appearance and Personalization. 2 Click Personalization.
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NOTE: After the screen saver activates, you may need to log-in to access your computer's performance • Windows Help and Support 42 Microsoft Windows Desktop Start Button (Menu) Overview The Start button opens the Start menu, which provides access to remain inactive before the screen saver appears. 5 Click OK. 4 Select the length of time for your computer to : • Control Panel • Programs • Files • Computer settings • Tools that monitor your computer.
NOTE: After the screen saver activates, you may need to log-in to access your computer's performance • Windows Help and Support 42 Microsoft Windows Desktop Start Button (Menu) Overview The Start button opens the Start menu, which provides access to remain inactive before the screen saver appears. 5 Click OK. 4 Select the length of time for your computer to : • Control Panel • Programs • Files • Computer settings • Tools that monitor your computer.
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...area of the taskbar. 2 Select Properties. HINT: You can use the Start menu to the Start menu by selecting the desired option on the Start menu tab. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Start button, see "Windows Basics" in your computer. You can add shortcuts ...Shutting Down Your Computer" on page 23. The Taskbar and Start menu Properties window appears. 3 Customize the Start menu by dragging an icon from a program, folder, or file onto the Start button. The programs available on the Start menu depend on the software installed in Windows Help and Support...
...area of the taskbar. 2 Select Properties. HINT: You can use the Start menu to the Start menu by selecting the desired option on the Start menu tab. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Start button, see "Windows Basics" in your computer. You can add shortcuts ...Shutting Down Your Computer" on page 23. The Taskbar and Start menu Properties window appears. 3 Customize the Start menu by dragging an icon from a program, folder, or file onto the Start button. The programs available on the Start menu depend on the software installed in Windows Help and Support...