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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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... left side 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...
... left side 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...
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Microsoft Windows Desktop desktop shortcut icons Start button taskbar notification area Overview The Microsoft® Windows® desktop is usually located at the bottom of the screen. The components 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
Microsoft Windows Desktop desktop shortcut icons Start button taskbar notification area Overview The Microsoft® Windows® desktop is usually located at the bottom of the screen. The components 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
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... for quick access to change computer settings. If you can relocate it . FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in your computer. Quick Launch toolbar Contains icons for open minimized windows on 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 ...
... for quick access to change computer settings. If you can relocate it . FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in your computer. Quick Launch toolbar Contains icons for open minimized windows on 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 ...
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... includes icons for quick program access. Click the arrow on an open area of other windows. Microsoft Windows Desktop 35 FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in the Notification Area Customize the taskbar by checking the desired boxes on an open... area of the taskbar. 2 Right-click to view your desktop. Customizing the Taskbar 1 Right-click on the Taskbar tab. Click the required icon to display it displays or hides. 1 Right-click on top...
... includes icons for quick program access. Click the arrow on an open area of other windows. Microsoft Windows Desktop 35 FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in the Notification Area Customize the taskbar by checking the desired boxes on an open... area of the taskbar. 2 Right-click to view your desktop. Customizing the Taskbar 1 Right-click on the Taskbar tab. Click the required icon to display it displays or hides. 1 Right-click on top...
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...; Icons for programs and files - Icons for program files, documents, or folders do not include an arrow graphic. For computers running Windows® XP, continue with the next step. 4 Click the Customize button in the icon, shortcuts are direct links. • Icons for shortcuts - Identified by...area. 5 Select an 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 HINT: For better performance of your computer, create shortcuts to files and folders rather than placing them ...
...; Icons for programs and files - Icons for program files, documents, or folders do not include an arrow graphic. For computers running Windows® XP, continue with the next step. 4 Click the Customize button in the icon, shortcuts are direct links. • Icons for shortcuts - Identified by...area. 5 Select an 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 HINT: For better performance of your computer, create shortcuts to files and folders rather than placing them ...
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...: 1 Right-click the Start button, select Explore. Navigate to the folder or file to which you want the shortcut to link to , and then click Desktop (create shortcut). HINT: If you delete an icon with an arrow, you are deleting the file or folder, not just a link to a program, file, or... folder by using: Windows Explorer or Desktop. Creating and Deleting Program Shortcuts on the item, highlight Send to . 3 Highlight the file or folder, and click OK. 4 Click Next. 5 Name the shortcut, and...
...: 1 Right-click the Start button, select Explore. Navigate to the folder or file to which you want the shortcut to link to , and then click Desktop (create shortcut). HINT: If you delete an icon with an arrow, you are deleting the file or folder, not just a link to a program, file, or... folder by using: Windows Explorer or Desktop. Creating and Deleting Program Shortcuts on the item, highlight Send to . 3 Highlight the file or folder, and click OK. 4 Click Next. 5 Name the shortcut, and...
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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. Shortcut Menus Create Shortcut Delete Rename Properties Shortcut menus are available for an item. 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
These menus provide quick access to the most common commands for many components of the Windows desktop, including files and folders. Shortcut Menus Create Shortcut Delete Rename Properties Shortcut menus are available for an item. 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
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.... 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. You can personalize the appearance of your computer's desktop theme, resolution, screen saver, icon size and appearance, and monitor settings from the...
.... 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. You can personalize the appearance of your computer's desktop theme, resolution, screen saver, icon size and appearance, and monitor settings from the...
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Windows® XP From the desktop: 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. 3 Click Display. The Display Properties window appears. 4 Review the available options and follow the instructions provided. From the Start menu:...options and follow 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 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Appearance and Personalization. 2 Click Personalization. The...
Windows® XP From the desktop: 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. 3 Click Display. The Display Properties window appears. 4 Review the available options and follow the instructions provided. From the Start menu:...options and follow 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 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Appearance and Personalization. 2 Click Personalization. The...
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... to log-in again to select a new screen saver. 4 Adjust the length of inactive time and select a personal graphic. Microsoft Windows Desktop 41 The Display Properties window appears. 3 Click the Screen Saver tab, and select a new screen saver. Windows Vista 1 Right-click an... open area of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize. Windows XP 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. Setting up a Screen Saver screen saver preview screen saver selections inactivity time setting A screen ...
... to log-in again to select a new screen saver. 4 Adjust the length of inactive time and select a personal graphic. Microsoft Windows Desktop 41 The Display Properties window appears. 3 Click the Screen Saver tab, and select a new screen saver. Windows Vista 1 Right-click an... open area of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize. Windows XP 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. Setting up a Screen Saver screen saver preview screen saver selections inactivity time setting A screen ...
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NOTE: After the screen saver activates, you may need to log-in to : • Control Panel • Programs • Files • Computer settings • Tools that monitor 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 to remain inactive before the screen saver appears. 5 Click OK. 4 Select the length of time for 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'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 to remain inactive before the screen saver appears. 5 Click OK. 4 Select the length of time for your computer.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Start Button" on page 23. HINT: You can use the Start menu to the Start menu by selecting the desired option on page 99. ... Menu Customize the 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 the Start menu tab. The programs available on the Start menu depend on the software installed in Windows...
FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Start Button" on page 23. HINT: You can use the Start menu to the Start menu by selecting the desired option on page 99. ... Menu Customize the 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 the Start menu tab. The programs available on the Start menu depend on the software installed in Windows...
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...; Add and monitor hardware • Add or remove programs • Change hardware settings • Set network and Internet preferences • Customize the appearance of your desktop • Set up text box that explains its function. 44 Microsoft Windows Desktop Through the Control Panel, you can customize appears in the Control Panel screen.
...; Add and monitor hardware • Add or remove programs • Change hardware settings • Set network and Internet preferences • Customize the appearance of your desktop • Set up text box that explains its function. 44 Microsoft Windows Desktop Through the Control Panel, you can customize appears in the Control Panel screen.
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...are not sure which category contains the necessary tool, hold your computer's performance. Use options provided to free up text box. Windows XP 1 Click Start →Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance. 2 Select one of the available options in the Task area to...Performance Information and Tools. 2 Select one of your computer. Accessing and Using the Control Panel FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in or attached to your computer. Customizing Your Computer Settings 1 Click Start or → Control Panel. 2 Select a...
...are not sure which category contains the necessary tool, hold your computer's performance. Use options provided to free up text box. Windows XP 1 Click Start →Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance. 2 Select one of the available options in the Task area to...Performance Information and Tools. 2 Select one of your computer. Accessing and Using the Control Panel FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in or attached to your computer. Customizing Your Computer Settings 1 Click Start or → Control Panel. 2 Select a...
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OR Right-click My Computer and select Properties. Then click Device Manager. 46 Microsoft Windows Desktop HINT: Typically, to access the Device Manager: Windows Vista Click Start→ Control Panel→ System and Maintenance→ Administrative Tools→ Computer Management. Windows XP Click Start→ Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance→ Administrative Tools→ Computer Management.
OR Right-click My Computer and select Properties. Then click Device Manager. 46 Microsoft Windows Desktop HINT: Typically, to access the Device Manager: Windows Vista Click Start→ Control Panel→ System and Maintenance→ Administrative Tools→ Computer Management. Windows XP Click Start→ Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance→ Administrative Tools→ Computer Management.
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... the safety information that shipped with your computer for a desktop computer, wipe the screen with a soft cloth dampened with your computer. 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. Cleaning Your Computer's Display Screen To clean...
... the safety information that shipped with your computer for a desktop computer, wipe the screen with a soft cloth dampened with your computer. 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. Cleaning Your Computer's Display Screen To clean...
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... resolution, both the video card and the display must support the resolution, and the necessary video drivers must be installed. Windows® XP 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. Monitors and Displays 49 The Display Properties window appears. 3 Select the Setting tab. use slide bar to check if...
... resolution, both the video card and the display must support the resolution, and the necessary video drivers must be installed. Windows® XP 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. Monitors and Displays 49 The Display Properties window appears. 3 Select the Setting tab. use slide bar to check if...