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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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...35 Adding Icons in the Notification Area 35 Desktop Icons and Shortcuts 36 Deleting an Icon From the Desktop 36 Creating and Deleting Program Shortcuts on 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 ...
...35 Adding Icons in the Notification Area 35 Desktop Icons and Shortcuts 36 Deleting an Icon From the Desktop 36 Creating and Deleting Program Shortcuts on 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 ...
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... 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 20 Troubleshooting 271 Troubleshooting Tools 272 Power Lights for Desktop Computers 273 Diagnostic Lights for...
... 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 20 Troubleshooting 271 Troubleshooting Tools 272 Power Lights for Desktop Computers 273 Diagnostic Lights for...
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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 appears and functions on your computer. Start .... The Start button may differ in appearance depending on the version of Windows, but it is consistently located on Your Computer • Wireless Networking • Dell Support Website Finding Information 23
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 appears and functions on your computer. Start .... The Start button may differ in appearance depending on the version of Windows, but it is consistently located on Your Computer • Wireless Networking • Dell Support Website Finding Information 23
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Microsoft Windows Desktop 33 The components of the screen. 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.
Microsoft Windows Desktop 33 The components of the screen. 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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... you move or resize your taskbar, the Start button moves or resizes with programs. 34 Microsoft Windows Desktop Taskbar Start button Quick Launch toolbar taskbar button notification area Overview The Windows taskbar is usually located at the bottom of the...access to programs. taskbar button area Contains buttons representing minimized windows for open minimized windows on the desktop, or to change computer settings. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in your computer. Use the Start menu to start software applications and ...
... you move or resize your taskbar, the Start button moves or resizes with programs. 34 Microsoft Windows Desktop Taskbar Start button Quick Launch toolbar taskbar button notification area Overview The Windows taskbar is usually located at the bottom of the...access to programs. taskbar button area Contains buttons representing minimized windows for open minimized windows on the desktop, or to change computer settings. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in your computer. Use the Start menu to start software applications and ...
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...Area The Notification area includes icons for quick program access. Click the required icon to display a shortcut menu. 3 Click Show the Desktop. The screen defaults to view your desktop. Microsoft Windows Desktop 35 As you open area of the taskbar. 2 Right-click to display it displays or hides. 1 Right-click on the ... "Windows Basics" in the Notification Area Customize the taskbar by choosing the icons it again. To view the desktop by checking the desired boxes on an open applications and files, you may not be able to the Taskbar tab. 3 For computers running Windows ...
...Area The Notification area includes icons for quick program access. Click the required icon to display a shortcut menu. 3 Click Show the Desktop. The screen defaults to view your desktop. Microsoft Windows Desktop 35 As you open area of the taskbar. 2 Right-click to display it displays or hides. 1 Right-click on the ... "Windows Basics" in the Notification Area Customize the taskbar by choosing the icons it again. To view the desktop by checking the desired boxes on an open applications and files, you may not be able to the Taskbar tab. 3 For computers running Windows ...
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...item, then choose its behavior. 6 Click OK. Deleting an Icon From the Desktop 1 Right-click the icon, and click Delete. 2 Click Yes. 36 Microsoft Windows Desktop Desktop Icons and Shortcuts icon shortcut Icons displayed on the desktop. You can safely delete a shortcut without affecting the item it links to. ...an arrow graphic. HINT: For better performance of your computer, create shortcuts to files and folders rather than placing them on the Windows desktop are links that provide quick access to programs, documents, and folders. Double-click icons to open a file or folder or to run...
...item, then choose its behavior. 6 Click OK. Deleting an Icon From the Desktop 1 Right-click the icon, and click Delete. 2 Click Yes. 36 Microsoft Windows Desktop Desktop Icons and Shortcuts icon shortcut Icons displayed on the desktop. You can safely delete a shortcut without affecting the item it links to. ...an arrow graphic. HINT: For better performance of your computer, create shortcuts to files and folders rather than placing them on the Windows desktop are links that provide quick access to programs, documents, and folders. Double-click icons to open a file or folder or to run...
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...2 In the Create Shortcut window, click Browse and navigate to the location of the item you want to create a shortcut. 2 Right-click on the Desktop You can create a shortcut to . 3 Highlight the file or folder, and click OK. 4 Click Next. 5 Name the shortcut, and then click...Program Shortcuts on the item, highlight Send to, and then click Desktop (create shortcut). Using Windows Explorer: 1 Right-click the Start button, select Explore. Microsoft Windows Desktop 37 FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in Windows Help and Support: click ...
...2 In the Create Shortcut window, click Browse and navigate to the location of the item you want to create a shortcut. 2 Right-click on the Desktop You can create a shortcut to . 3 Highlight the file or folder, and click OK. 4 Click Next. 5 Name the shortcut, and then click...Program Shortcuts on the item, highlight Send to, and then click Desktop (create shortcut). Using Windows Explorer: 1 Right-click the Start button, select Explore. Microsoft Windows Desktop 37 FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in Windows Help and Support: click ...
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These menus provide quick access to the most common commands for many components of the Windows desktop, including files and folders. To access the shortcut menus, position the cursor over the item and rightclick (click the right mouse button or the right touch-pad button). 38 Microsoft Windows Desktop Shortcut Menus Create Shortcut Delete Rename Properties Shortcut menus are available for an item.
These menus provide quick access to the most common commands for many components of the Windows desktop, including files and folders. To access the shortcut menus, position the cursor over the item and rightclick (click the right mouse button or the right touch-pad button). 38 Microsoft Windows Desktop Shortcut Menus Create Shortcut Delete Rename Properties Shortcut menus are available for an item.
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... the Display Properties window. From the Start menu: Microsoft Windows Desktop 39 Use the tabs to select the items you want to adjust. You can personalize the appearance of your computer's desktop theme, resolution, screen saver, icon size and appearance, and... monitor settings from the Display Properties Menu screen. Changing the Desktop Appearance Start button Control Panel Display Properties window You can manage your desktop by changing various components. Most of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize, and the Personalize appearance and sounds window appears....
... the Display Properties window. From the Start menu: Microsoft Windows Desktop 39 Use the tabs to select the items you want to adjust. You can personalize the appearance of your computer's desktop theme, resolution, screen saver, icon size and appearance, and... monitor settings from the Display Properties Menu screen. Changing the Desktop Appearance Start button Control Panel Display Properties window You can manage your desktop by changing various components. Most of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize, and the Personalize appearance and sounds window appears....
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... the instructions 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 From the Start menu: 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ ...Appearance and Themes. 2 The Appearance and Themes window appears. 3 Review the available options and follow the instructions provided. Windows® XP From the desktop: 1 Right-click an open ...
... the instructions 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 From the Start menu: 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ ...Appearance and Themes. 2 The Appearance and Themes window appears. 3 Review the available options and follow the instructions provided. Windows® XP From the desktop: 1 Right-click an open ...
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... set the length of time for a specified time. The Display Properties window appears. 3 Click the Screen Saver tab, and select a new screen saver. Microsoft Windows Desktop 41 NOTE: After the screen saver activates, you may need to log-in again to access your computer is left inactive for your computer to... select a new screen saver. 4 Adjust the length of inactive time and select a personal graphic. Windows XP 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. Windows Vista 1 Right-click an open area of the...
... set the length of time for a specified time. The Display Properties window appears. 3 Click the Screen Saver tab, and select a new screen saver. Microsoft Windows Desktop 41 NOTE: After the screen saver activates, you may need to log-in again to access your computer is left inactive for your computer to... select a new screen saver. 4 Adjust the length of inactive time and select a personal graphic. Windows XP 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. Windows Vista 1 Right-click an open area of the...
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Start Button (Menu) Overview The Start button opens the Start menu, which provides access to access your computer. NOTE: After the screen saver activates, you may need to log-in to : • Control Panel • Programs • Files • Computer settings • Tools that monitor your computer to remain inactive before the screen saver appears. 5 Click OK. 4 Select the length of time for 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 access your computer. NOTE: After the screen saver activates, you may need to log-in to : • Control Panel • Programs • Files • Computer settings • Tools that monitor your computer to remain inactive before the screen saver appears. 5 Click OK. 4 Select the length of time for your computer's performance • Windows Help and Support 42 Microsoft Windows Desktop
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...MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Start button, see "Windows Basics" in your computer. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Start Button" on page 99. The Taskbar and Start menu Properties window appears. 3 Customize the Start menu by dragging an icon from ...Start menu through the Taskbar and Start Menu Properties window. 1 Right-click an open area of the taskbar. 2 Select Properties. Microsoft Windows Desktop 43 See "Shutting Down Your Computer" on page 23. HINT: You can use the Start menu to the Start menu by selecting the ...
...MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Start button, see "Windows Basics" in your computer. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Start Button" on page 99. The Taskbar and Start menu Properties window appears. 3 Customize the Start menu by dragging an icon from ...Start menu through the Taskbar and Start Menu Properties window. 1 Right-click an open area of the taskbar. 2 Select Properties. Microsoft Windows Desktop 43 See "Shutting Down Your Computer" on page 23. HINT: You can use the Start menu to the Start menu by selecting the ...
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.... Hold your cursor over each item to display the pop-up printers and other devices • Perform maintenance to help you maintain and customize your desktop • Set up text box that explains its function. 44 Microsoft Windows...
.... Hold your cursor over each item to display the pop-up printers and other devices • Perform maintenance to help you maintain and customize your desktop • Set up text box that explains its function. 44 Microsoft Windows...
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...Click Start → Control Panel→ System and Maintenance→ Performance Information and Tools. 2 Select one of your computer. Microsoft Windows Desktop 45 See "Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security)" on to enhance the performance of the options to display its pop-up the space... on your hard drive or rearrange items on your hard drive to make changes to monitor your computer. Windows XP 1 Click Start →Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance. 2 Select one of the available options in Windows Help and Support:...
...Click Start → Control Panel→ System and Maintenance→ Performance Information and Tools. 2 Select one of your computer. Microsoft Windows Desktop 45 See "Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security)" on to enhance the performance of the options to display its pop-up the space... on your hard drive or rearrange items on your hard drive to make changes to monitor your computer. Windows XP 1 Click Start →Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance. 2 Select one of the available options in Windows Help and Support:...
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HINT: Typically, to access the Device Manager: Windows Vista Click Start→ Control Panel→ System and Maintenance→ Administrative Tools→ Computer Management. Then click Device Manager. 46 Microsoft Windows Desktop Windows XP Click Start→ Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance→ Administrative Tools→ Computer Management. OR Right-click My Computer and select Properties.
HINT: Typically, to access the Device Manager: Windows Vista Click Start→ Control Panel→ System and Maintenance→ Administrative Tools→ Computer Management. Then click Device Manager. 46 Microsoft Windows Desktop Windows XP Click Start→ Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance→ Administrative Tools→ Computer Management. OR Right-click My Computer and select Properties.
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Cleaning Your Computer's Display Screen To clean the display for a desktop computer, wipe the screen with a soft cloth dampened with any soap or solution not designed for your computer. Do not spray cleaners directly onto the .... Monitors and Displays 47 Monitors and Displays FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about your computer's display screen, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Also see the safety information that shipped with your computer for a laptop computer, wipe the screen with a soft cloth dampened with your computer...
Cleaning Your Computer's Display Screen To clean the display for a desktop computer, wipe the screen with a soft cloth dampened with any soap or solution not designed for your computer. Do not spray cleaners directly onto the .... Monitors and Displays 47 Monitors and Displays FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about your computer's display screen, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Also see the safety information that shipped with your computer for a laptop computer, wipe the screen with a soft cloth dampened with your computer...
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Windows® XP 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. The Personalize appearance and sounds window appears. 3 Click Display Settings. 4 In the Display Settings window under Resolution, move the slide bar to the ... be installed. Monitors and Displays 49 The Display Properties window appears. 3 Select the Setting tab. Windows Vista® 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize. use slide bar to check if the selected resolution is ok, if not repeat step 4. 6 Click OK.
Windows® XP 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. The Personalize appearance and sounds window appears. 3 Click Display Settings. 4 In the Display Settings window under Resolution, move the slide bar to the ... be installed. Monitors and Displays 49 The Display Properties window appears. 3 Select the Setting tab. Windows Vista® 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize. use slide bar to check if the selected resolution is ok, if not repeat step 4. 6 Click OK.