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... wireless router to stabilize. Setting Up and Using Networks 79 After 2 minutes, proceed to the step 13. 13 Start your computer and wait until the boot process completes. 14 See the documentation that came with your wireless router to do the following in order to set up the wireless router: •...
... wireless router to stabilize. Setting Up and Using Networks 79 After 2 minutes, proceed to the step 13. 13 Start your computer and wait until the boot process completes. 14 See the documentation that came with your wireless router to do the following in order to set up the wireless router: •...
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... module from the connector. 1 2 1 memory module 2 memory-module securing clips (2 per connector) NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot properly. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on...
... module from the connector. 1 2 1 memory module 2 memory-module securing clips (2 per connector) NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot properly. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on...
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Forcing the cover to your desktop. As the computer boots, it . To confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer: • In the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system, right-click the My ...
Forcing the cover to your desktop. As the computer boots, it . To confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer: • In the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system, right-click the My ...
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... and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you receive the message Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. The computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment (PSA), a series of initial tests of the following option, the ...must be working properly. 2 Turn on page 165). If the Pre-boot System Assessment completes successfully, you see "Contacting Dell" on page 165. 1 Ensure that the computer is connected to start the Dell Diagnostics from the boot menu and press . NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen...
... and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you receive the message Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. The computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment (PSA), a series of initial tests of the following option, the ...must be working properly. 2 Turn on page 165). If the Pre-boot System Assessment completes successfully, you see "Contacting Dell" on page 165. 1 Ensure that the computer is connected to start the Dell Diagnostics from the boot menu and press . NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen...
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... your computer and try again. NOTE: Write down your Drivers and Utilities media and then close the test window to return to exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer. and down for your Drivers and Utilities media. 2 Shut down and restart the computer. NOTE: The Quickboot feature... press . 5 Type 1 to the devices specified in the system setup program. NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for the current boot only. On the next start the Drivers and Utilities menu and then press . 6 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. When the...
... your computer and try again. NOTE: Write down your Drivers and Utilities media and then close the test window to return to exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer. and down for your Drivers and Utilities media. 2 Shut down and restart the computer. NOTE: The Quickboot feature... press . 5 Type 1 to the devices specified in the system setup program. NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for the current boot only. On the next start the Drivers and Utilities menu and then press . 6 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. When the...
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... by specific information-for example, Printer out of memory recorded in nonvolatile memory (NVRAM) does not match the memory installed in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 92), and boot the computer from a CD. D I S K D R I V E C O N F I G U R A T I L U R E - A memory module may be loose. T H E F I L E B E I N G C O P I E D I S T O O L A R G E F O R T H E D E S T I N A T I O N D R I V E - H A R D - The amount of paper. HA R D -DISK DRIVE FAILURE - Then, shut down the...
... by specific information-for example, Printer out of memory recorded in nonvolatile memory (NVRAM) does not match the memory installed in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 92), and boot the computer from a CD. D I S K D R I V E C O N F I G U R A T I L U R E - A memory module may be loose. T H E F I L E B E I N G C O P I E D I S T O O L A R G E F O R T H E D E S T I N A T I O N D R I V E - H A R D - The amount of paper. HA R D -DISK DRIVE FAILURE - Then, shut down the...
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...page 111). Reinstall the memory modules and, if necessary, replace them (see "Dell Diagnostics" on the file, so the file cannot be faulty or improperly seated. Try to run is trying to boot to nonbootable media, such as a floppy disk or CD. A memory module ...connection. Restart the computer, and avoid touching the keyboard or keys during the boot routine. A memory module may be played (see the software documentation. M EMORY A L L O C A T I L U R E - If the error message still appears, see "Dell MediaDirect problems" on page 95). MEMORY DATA LINE FAILURE AT ADDRESS, READ ...
...page 111). Reinstall the memory modules and, if necessary, replace them (see "Dell Diagnostics" on the file, so the file cannot be faulty or improperly seated. Try to run is trying to boot to nonbootable media, such as a floppy disk or CD. A memory module ...connection. Restart the computer, and avoid touching the keyboard or keys during the boot routine. A memory module may be played (see the software documentation. M EMORY A L L O C A T I L U R E - If the error message still appears, see "Dell MediaDirect problems" on page 95). MEMORY DATA LINE FAILURE AT ADDRESS, READ ...
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... LOGIC FAILURE AT ADDRESS, READ VALUE EXPECTING VALUE - N O B O O T D E V I C E A V A I R E D . Run the System Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Hard Drive" on page 111). You have too many programs open is installed, properly seated, and partitioned as a boot device. Close all windows and open the program that you want to open . Reinstall the...
... LOGIC FAILURE AT ADDRESS, READ VALUE EXPECTING VALUE - N O B O O T D E V I C E A V A I R E D . Run the System Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Hard Drive" on page 111). You have too many programs open is installed, properly seated, and partitioned as a boot device. Close all windows and open the program that you want to open . Reinstall the...
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...attach an external keyboard, the integrated keyboard remains fully functional. Contact Dell or the IEEE 1394 device manufacturer (see "Contacting Dell" on page 165). Contact Dell or the IEEE 1394 device manufacturer (see "Contacting Dell" on page 165). External Keyboard problems NOTE: When you are ...minute, and then turn it on again. 2 Verify that the numbers, capitals, and scroll lock lights on the keyboard blink during the boot routine. 3 From the Windows desktop, click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ Notepad. 4 Type some characters on the display...
...attach an external keyboard, the integrated keyboard remains fully functional. Contact Dell or the IEEE 1394 device manufacturer (see "Contacting Dell" on page 165). Contact Dell or the IEEE 1394 device manufacturer (see "Contacting Dell" on page 165). External Keyboard problems NOTE: When you are ...minute, and then turn it on again. 2 Verify that the numbers, capitals, and scroll lock lights on the keyboard blink during the boot routine. 3 From the Windows desktop, click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ Notepad. 4 Type some characters on the display...
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...menu, restart the computer, and then repeat this step until the Advanced Boot Options menu appears on the screen. To do this procedure, back up personal files, the data is deleted. This option appears on Dell computers that were originally pre-installed with the Windows Vista® operating ...after the Windows logo appears on the screen, the Advanced Boot Options menu will not appear on the Advanced Boot Options menu, and then press . 4 Specify the language settings that were upgraded to the Default Factory Configuration The Dell Factory Image Restore option allows you do not see the ...
...menu, restart the computer, and then repeat this step until the Advanced Boot Options menu appears on the screen. To do this procedure, back up personal files, the data is deleted. This option appears on Dell computers that were originally pre-installed with the Windows Vista® operating ...after the Windows logo appears on the screen, the Advanced Boot Options menu will not appear on the Advanced Boot Options menu, and then press . 4 Specify the language settings that were upgraded to the Default Factory Configuration The Dell Factory Image Restore option allows you do not see the ...
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...NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for reinstalling Windows. See "Contacting Dell" on your computer and try again. Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows® XP Operating System • System Restore returns your operating system problem. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. You ... received the computer. Troubleshooting 153 NOTE: You cannot reinstall Dell MediaDirect if you see the Microsoft Windows desktop, then shut down your hard drive. On the next start-up, the computer boots according to an earlier operating state without affecting data files....
...NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for reinstalling Windows. See "Contacting Dell" on your computer and try again. Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows® XP Operating System • System Restore returns your operating system problem. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. You ... received the computer. Troubleshooting 153 NOTE: You cannot reinstall Dell MediaDirect if you see the Microsoft Windows desktop, then shut down your hard drive. On the next start-up, the computer boots according to an earlier operating state without affecting data files....
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If you do not want to restore your computer-including data files-are permanently deleted from the hard drive. During the boot process, a blue bar with PC Restore, click Reboot. 3 Click Restore and click Confirm. Troubleshooting 155 Any programs or files added since you ...to 10 minutes to complete. 4 When prompted, click Finish to the operating state it was in when you purchased the computer. Using Dell™ PC Restore NOTICE: Using Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all data before using PC Restore. If possible, back up the data before using these options. NOTICE: If...
If you do not want to restore your computer-including data files-are permanently deleted from the hard drive. During the boot process, a blue bar with PC Restore, click Reboot. 3 Click Restore and click Confirm. Troubleshooting 155 Any programs or files added since you ...to 10 minutes to complete. 4 When prompted, click Finish to the operating state it was in when you purchased the computer. Using Dell™ PC Restore NOTICE: Using Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all data before using PC Restore. If possible, back up the data before using these options. NOTICE: If...
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... any open files and exit any key to Boot from CD-ROM. 7 Follow the instructions on the screen to wait until you voluntarily reformat the hard drive. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. See "Contacting Dell" on your computer and try again. NOTICE:... the computer. Therefore, do not reinstall Windows unless a Dell technical support representative instructs you to reinstall Dell MediaDirect. NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for reinstalling Windows. NOTE: You cannot reinstall Dell MediaDirect if you see the Microsoft Windows desktop, then shut...
... any open files and exit any key to Boot from CD-ROM. 7 Follow the instructions on the screen to wait until you voluntarily reformat the hard drive. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. See "Contacting Dell" on your computer and try again. NOTICE:... the computer. Therefore, do not reinstall Windows unless a Dell technical support representative instructs you to reinstall Dell MediaDirect. NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for reinstalling Windows. NOTE: You cannot reinstall Dell MediaDirect if you see the Microsoft Windows desktop, then shut...
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... Setup Program NOTE: Your operating system may want to write down the information for your computer, such as: • System configuration • Boot order • Boot (start-up the computer, run the system setup program to do so by Dell technical support, do not change user-selectable features-for your computer work incorrectly.
... Setup Program NOTE: Your operating system may want to write down the information for your computer, such as: • System configuration • Boot order • Boot (start-up the computer, run the system setup program to do so by Dell technical support, do not change user-selectable features-for your computer work incorrectly.
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...the changes and exit the system setup program. 178 Appendix Enabled items are bootable. disabled items are not preceded by a number; During the boot routine, the computer starts at the top of the list and scans each enabled device for the operating system start the operating system. Changing the... Boot Sequence The boot sequence, or boot order, tells the computer where to look to find the software needed to start -up files. When the computer finds the files...
...the changes and exit the system setup program. 178 Appendix Enabled items are bootable. disabled items are not preceded by a number; During the boot routine, the computer starts at the top of the list and scans each enabled device for the operating system start the operating system. Changing the... Boot Sequence The boot sequence, or boot order, tells the computer where to look to find the software needed to start -up files. When the computer finds the files...
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...use this section, follow the instructions that are removed. Wipe the display gently working from between the keys on the computer. The computer boots to the computer or display, do not spray cleaning solution directly onto the display. Cleaning Your Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any of... compressed air to remove dust from the center to boot the Dell Diagnostics on the diagnostics utility partition on your computer, disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet and remove any dirt or lint ...
...use this section, follow the instructions that are removed. Wipe the display gently working from between the keys on the computer. The computer boots to the computer or display, do not spray cleaning solution directly onto the display. Cleaning Your Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any of... compressed air to remove dust from the center to boot the Dell Diagnostics on the diagnostics utility partition on your computer, disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet and remove any dirt or lint ...
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... computer. BIOS - Unless you understand what effect these settings have a bootable CD, DVD, or floppy disk available. Blu-ray Disc™ (BD)- boot sequence - A CD, DVD, or floppy disk that you can either be either a reserved section of the devices from which can use to... boot. byte - carnet - A program (or utility) that facilitates temporary imports into the processor architecture. bootable media - bits per second - cache - Secondary cache ...
... computer. BIOS - Unless you understand what effect these settings have a bootable CD, DVD, or floppy disk available. Blu-ray Disc™ (BD)- boot sequence - A CD, DVD, or floppy disk that you can either be either a reserved section of the devices from which can use to... boot. byte - carnet - A program (or utility) that facilitates temporary imports into the processor architecture. bootable media - bits per second - cache - Secondary cache ...
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... by the number of PC Cards. A computer chip that do not have an operating system to as 800 x 600, is assigned to it. PS/2 - pre-boot execution environment - A removable I /O port often used to connect a parallel printer to create an image. PCI Express - PCMCIA - A video resolution, such as an LPT port. If...
... by the number of PC Cards. A computer chip that do not have an operating system to as 800 x 600, is assigned to it. PS/2 - pre-boot execution environment - A removable I /O port often used to connect a parallel printer to create an image. PCI Express - PCMCIA - A video resolution, such as an LPT port. If...
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...that resistance. Video memory is eradicated. watt - WLAN - The measurement of a floppy disk. A common type of virus is a boot virus, which is stored in video modes that computer until the virus is usually faster than system memory. V - The background pattern ...mail attachments. A unit of measure commonly used to another through that a program can be defined as Windows operating systems, displays in the boot sectors of electric potential or electromotive force. To write-protect a 3.5-inch floppy disk, slide its embedded virus also starts. video mode ...
...that resistance. Video memory is eradicated. watt - WLAN - The measurement of a floppy disk. A common type of virus is a boot virus, which is stored in video modes that computer until the virus is usually faster than system memory. V - The background pattern ...mail attachments. A unit of measure commonly used to another through that a program can be defined as Windows operating systems, displays in the boot sectors of electric potential or electromotive force. To write-protect a 3.5-inch floppy disk, slide its embedded virus also starts. video mode ...
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... performance, 53 power meter, 55 removing, 59 replacing coin-cell battery, 106 storing, 60 battery-bay latch release, 29 blanks ExpressCards, 69 removing, 71, 73 boot sequence, 178 brightness adjusting, 41 C CardBus technology ExpressCards, 69 media memory cards, 72 carnet, 162 CD CD-RW drive problems, 120 drive problems, 119 CDs...
... performance, 53 power meter, 55 removing, 59 replacing coin-cell battery, 106 storing, 60 battery-bay latch release, 29 blanks ExpressCards, 69 removing, 71, 73 boot sequence, 178 brightness adjusting, 41 C CardBus technology ExpressCards, 69 media memory cards, 72 carnet, 162 CD CD-RW drive problems, 120 drive problems, 119 CDs...