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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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...; Verify information about accessing the system setup program and configuring hardware components, see "System Setup" on page 301. • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • Technical Support • International Notebook Support..., date, or password can be changed using the BIOS, using options provided by the operating system is a utility that serves as the amount of system memory. Finding Information 31
...; Verify information about accessing the system setup program and configuring hardware components, see "System Setup" on page 301. • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • Technical Support • International Notebook Support..., date, or password can be changed using the BIOS, using options provided by the operating system is a utility that serves as the amount of system memory. Finding Information 31
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... (SSD) is often called a RAM-drive. 78 Drives and Media An SSD using SRAM (Static Random Access Memory) or DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory), instead of a flash memory, is a data storage device that uses solid-state memory to store persistent data. Reducing Hard Drive Space Used by Shadow Storage. NOTE: See Windows Help and... media. Solid-state is an electrical term that refers to electronic circuitry that less drive space has been allocated to Shadow Storage. Unlike flash-based memory cards, an SSD emulates a hard disk drive, thus easily replacing it in most applications.
... (SSD) is often called a RAM-drive. 78 Drives and Media An SSD using SRAM (Static Random Access Memory) or DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory), instead of a flash memory, is a data storage device that uses solid-state memory to store persistent data. Reducing Hard Drive Space Used by Shadow Storage. NOTE: See Windows Help and... media. Solid-state is an electrical term that refers to electronic circuitry that less drive space has been allocated to Shadow Storage. Unlike flash-based memory cards, an SSD emulates a hard disk drive, thus easily replacing it in most applications.
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...want to use the computer for several seconds) when you want to add memory or you don't plan to save power when you can cause a loss of standby quickly, and your computer uses less power. Windows® XP Standby Hibernation Shut Down Standby is a state in which the display and hard... disks turn off , so that you will be away from the computer for example, when you must turn off the power to your desktop state to start working . Hibernation is a state in memory on standby...
...want to use the computer for several seconds) when you want to add memory or you don't plan to save power when you can cause a loss of standby quickly, and your computer uses less power. Windows® XP Standby Hibernation Shut Down Standby is a state in which the display and hard... disks turn off , so that you will be away from the computer for example, when you must turn off the power to your desktop state to start working . Hibernation is a state in memory on standby...
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... a Windows user interface. Selecting a component in the Device Settings sections are used to track the system's performance over time as well as CPUs, video cards, memory, system board, and chassis components. NVIDIA Monitor The NVIDIA Monitor application allows you to monitor, track and log performance characteristics of compatible components inside your...
... a Windows user interface. Selecting a component in the Device Settings sections are used to track the system's performance over time as well as CPUs, video cards, memory, system board, and chassis components. NVIDIA Monitor The NVIDIA Monitor application allows you to monitor, track and log performance characteristics of compatible components inside your...
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... will be free if you run the cleanup. 3 Click OK. When launched the NVIDIA Monitor application detects installed ESAcompatible devices such as CPUs, video cards, memory, system board, and chassis components.
... will be free if you run the cleanup. 3 Click OK. When launched the NVIDIA Monitor application detects installed ESAcompatible devices such as CPUs, video cards, memory, system board, and chassis components.
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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 how often the battery is used and the conditions under which is not fully charged. Preserving the Life... of 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- You may need to purchase a new battery ...
... 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 how often the battery is used and the conditions under which is not fully charged. Preserving the Life... of 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- You may need to purchase a new battery ...
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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 days to keep information in order to speed up the process of downloading graphics each time you re-visit...
... 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 days to keep information in order to speed up the process of downloading graphics each time you re-visit...
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... Options tab. 2 Delete the files in the browsing history, and then minimize the amount of space by clicking Settings. 3 Reduce the number of MB in memory and/or reduce the number of days to your computer's performance. Deleting them regularly helps enhance your computer's performance and speed. 1 Open your computer's resources...
... Options tab. 2 Delete the files in the browsing history, and then minimize the amount of space by clicking Settings. 3 Reduce the number of MB in memory and/or reduce the number of days to your computer's performance. Deleting them regularly helps enhance your computer's performance and speed. 1 Open your computer's resources...
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...displayed on your computer include: Tool Power lights Diagnostic lights for desktop computers Diagnostic lights for information about diagnostic and status 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 display messages ... to indicate different power states, such as power, no power, or standby. Troubleshooting Tools Some of your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc. This light can also be resolved. Some desktop computers have diagnostic lights.
...displayed on your computer include: Tool Power lights Diagnostic lights for desktop computers Diagnostic lights for information about diagnostic and status 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 display messages ... to indicate different power states, such as power, no power, or standby. Troubleshooting Tools Some of your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc. This light can also be resolved. Some desktop computers have diagnostic lights.
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... the system board (see the documentation shipped with another device, such as a lamp. - Ensure that the computer turns on properly. - Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the Service Manual for your computer). • Eliminate interference. Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables - If the computer malfunctions, the sequence of interference...
... the system board (see the documentation shipped with another device, such as a lamp. - Ensure that the computer turns on properly. - Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the Service Manual for your computer). • Eliminate interference. Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables - If the computer malfunctions, the sequence of interference...
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... I N G A V A I L U R E - ERROR 8602 - MEMORY ADDRESS LINE FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING 276 Troubleshooting DELL RECOMMENDS THAT YOU BACK UP YOUR DATA REGULARLY. Contact Dell (see "Working With Options on the System Setup Program Screen" on page 292. See...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 292. Keyboard failure or keyboard cable loose (see the documentation for either the operating system or the program that was running when the...
... I N G A V A I L U R E - ERROR 8602 - MEMORY ADDRESS LINE FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING 276 Troubleshooting DELL RECOMMENDS THAT YOU BACK UP YOUR DATA REGULARLY. Contact Dell (see "Working With Options on the System Setup Program Screen" on page 292. See...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 292. Keyboard failure or keyboard cable loose (see the documentation for either the operating system or the program that was running when the...
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... RETRY BOOT, F2 FOR SETUP UTILITY. R E A D F A I L U R E O N I N T E R N A L H A R D D R I L U R E - MEMORY WRITE/READ FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - NO BOOT DEVICE AVAILABLE - Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 281). Enter the system setup program and correct the date...T E R N A L H A R D D R I V E - MEMORY ODD/EVEN LOGIC FAILURE AT (ADDRESS) READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - R T C M O D E F I C S - Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 281). See "Lockups and ...
... RETRY BOOT, F2 FOR SETUP UTILITY. R E A D F A I L U R E O N I N T E R N A L H A R D D R I L U R E - MEMORY WRITE/READ FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - NO BOOT DEVICE AVAILABLE - Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 281). Enter the system setup program and correct the date...T E R N A L H A R D D R I V E - MEMORY ODD/EVEN LOGIC FAILURE AT (ADDRESS) READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - R T C M O D E F I C S - Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 281). See "Lockups and ...
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...MEMORY. Contact Dell for instructions, see the documentation shipped with your computer's Service Manual). • If memory was not removed or installed, memory... TO THE DOCKING STATION. P R O G R A M - TI M E - P L E A S E R U N T H E S YS T E M S E T U P P R O G R A M - THE SYSTEM CAN ONLY BOOT WITH A 130-W POWER ADAPTER OR GREATER. THE AMOUNT OF SYSTEM MEMORY HAS CHANGED. Ensure that require a 130-W or greater AC adapter. If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. STRIKE T H E F 1 K E Y T O C O N T I N U E , F 2 T O R U N T H E S E T U P U T I L I T Y. ...
...MEMORY. Contact Dell for instructions, see the documentation shipped with your computer's Service Manual). • If memory was not removed or installed, memory... TO THE DOCKING STATION. P R O G R A M - TI M E - P L E A S E R U N T H E S YS T E M S E T U P P R O G R A M - THE SYSTEM CAN ONLY BOOT WITH A 130-W POWER ADAPTER OR GREATER. THE AMOUNT OF SYSTEM MEMORY HAS CHANGED. Ensure that require a 130-W or greater AC adapter. If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. STRIKE T H E F 1 K E Y T O C O N T I N U E , F 2 T O R U N T H E S E T U P U T I L I T Y. ...
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...computer is known to run the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on Desktop Computers NOTE: If your computer and try again. 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 an electrical outlet that appear. • If failures are detected, write down completely, press and hold the key while powering the computer on page 284. Starting the Dell Diagnostics on your computer. ...
...computer is known to run the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on Desktop Computers NOTE: If your computer and try again. 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 an electrical outlet that appear. • If failures are detected, write down completely, press and hold the key while powering the computer on page 284. Starting the Dell Diagnostics on your computer. ...
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...computer is recommended that you run a more thorough check of devices on a symptom of each test screen. 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 Custom Test or... following menu appears: NOTE: It is located at the top of the problem you want. Performs a thorough check of the problem. If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for more . NOTE: Select Test System to be run a complete test on page 337. Used to test a specific device...
...computer is recommended that you run a more thorough check of devices on a symptom of each test screen. 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 Custom Test or... following menu appears: NOTE: It is located at the top of the problem you want. Performs a thorough check of the problem. If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for more . NOTE: Select Test System to be run a complete test on page 337. Used to test a specific device...
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...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 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, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of the screen. The software...
...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 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, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of the screen. The software...
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Insert a disk into the drive and try again. NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. O P E R A T I B L E . NOTE: Your computer supports only IEEE 1394a standard. See "Working With Options on the System Setup Program Screen" on page 337). Troubleshooting 291 d r i v e l e t t e r : \.... is missing an essential file. Contact Dell (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. T H E D E V I C E I N - Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound. 2 Click Device Manager. Windows XP 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→...
Insert a disk into the drive and try again. NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. O P E R A T I B L E . NOTE: Your computer supports only IEEE 1394a standard. See "Working With Options on the System Setup Program Screen" on page 337). Troubleshooting 291 d r i v e l e t t e r : \.... is missing an essential file. Contact Dell (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. T H E D E V I C E I N - Windows Vista 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound. 2 Click Device Manager. Windows XP 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→...
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... Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. See "Contacting Dell" on the screen. 3 A solid blue screen appears TU R N T H E C O M P U T E R O ...until the computer turns off), and then restart your computer. IF YOU RECEIVE AN INSUFFICIENT MEMORY MESSAGE - • Save and close any open programs you are unable to get ... on your computer. • Ensure that resolves the problem. 294 Troubleshooting Windows XP The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in this section,...
... Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. See "Contacting Dell" on the screen. 3 A solid blue screen appears TU R N T H E C O M P U T E R O ...until the computer turns off), and then restart your computer. IF YOU RECEIVE AN INSUFFICIENT MEMORY MESSAGE - • Save and close any open programs you are unable to get ... on your computer. • Ensure that resolves the problem. 294 Troubleshooting Windows XP The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in this section,...
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... follow the safety instructions shipped with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Mouse Problems CAUTION: Before you are following the memory installation guidelines (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 281). Connect a ...your computer is successfully communicating with your computer. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see the documentation shipped with your computer. Straighten any bent pins. • Remove any of memory supported by your computer). • Ensure that the cable is ...
... follow the safety instructions shipped with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Mouse Problems CAUTION: Before you are following the memory installation guidelines (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 281). Connect a ...your computer is successfully communicating with your computer. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see the documentation shipped with your computer. Straighten any bent pins. • Remove any of memory supported by your computer). • Ensure that the cable is ...