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... 100 Connecting to a WLAN 101 Mobile Broadband (or Wireless Wide Area Network 104 What You Need to Establish a Mobile Broadband Network Connection 104 Checking Your Dell Mobile Broadband Card . . . . 105 Connecting to a Mobile Broadband Network . . . 105 Enabling/Disabling the Dell Mobile Broadband Card 106 Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator 107 11 Securing...
... 100 Connecting to a WLAN 101 Mobile Broadband (or Wireless Wide Area Network 104 What You Need to Establish a Mobile Broadband Network Connection 104 Checking Your Dell Mobile Broadband Card . . . . 105 Connecting to a Mobile Broadband Network . . . 105 Enabling/Disabling the Dell Mobile Broadband Card 106 Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator 107 11 Securing...
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Dell MediaDirect problems 134 Other software problems 135 Memory Problems 136 Network Problems 136 Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN 137 Power Problems 137 Printer Problems 139 Scanner Problems 140 Sound and Speaker Problems 141 No sound from integrated speakers 141 ...
Dell MediaDirect problems 134 Other software problems 135 Memory Problems 136 Network Problems 136 Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN 137 Power Problems 137 Printer Problems 139 Scanner Problems 140 Sound and Speaker Problems 141 No sound from integrated speakers 141 ...
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Wireless Mini-Cards 179 Removing a WLAN Card 179 Replacing a WLAN Card 181 Removing a Mobile Broadband or WWAN Card 182 Replacing a WWAN Card 185 Removing a WPAN Card 186 Replacing a WPAN Card 187 Flash Cache Module 187 Removing the FCM 187 Replacing the FCM 188 Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 189 Removing the Card 189 Coin-Cell Battery 190 Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 190 14 Dell™ QuickSet Features 193 15 Traveling With Your Computer 195 Identifying Your Computer 195 Packing the Computer 195 Travel Tips 196 Traveling by Air 196 Contents 11
Wireless Mini-Cards 179 Removing a WLAN Card 179 Replacing a WLAN Card 181 Removing a Mobile Broadband or WWAN Card 182 Replacing a WWAN Card 185 Removing a WPAN Card 186 Replacing a WPAN Card 187 Flash Cache Module 187 Removing the FCM 187 Replacing the FCM 188 Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 189 Removing the Card 189 Coin-Cell Battery 190 Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 190 14 Dell™ QuickSet Features 193 15 Traveling With Your Computer 195 Identifying Your Computer 195 Packing the Computer 195 Travel Tips 196 Traveling by Air 196 Contents 11
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... a power management mode. NOTICE: To avoid loss of the keyboard indicate the following: Power light - WiFi status light - To enable or disable wireless networking, use the wireless switch (see "wireless switch" on when the computer reads or writes data. Turns on page 27). 24 About Your Computer Turns on when you turn off... light is enabled. DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS The blue lights located to indicate battery charge status. Hard-drive activity light - Battery status light - Turns on when wireless networking is flashing.
... a power management mode. NOTICE: To avoid loss of the keyboard indicate the following: Power light - WiFi status light - To enable or disable wireless networking, use the wireless switch (see "wireless switch" on when the computer reads or writes data. Turns on page 27). 24 About Your Computer Turns on when you turn off... light is enabled. DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS The blue lights located to indicate battery charge status. Hard-drive activity light - Battery status light - Turns on when wireless networking is flashing.
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...Play the previous track. Turns on page 55). Provides the functionality of a mouse (see "Touch Pad" on when an internal card with Bluetooth wireless technology is connected to move the cursor on the display (see "Touch Pad" on a battery, the light operates as follows: If the computer ...like the buttons on a mouse when you ordered the card with your computer. The light turns on page 27). To quickly enable or disable all wireless devices, use the touch pad to an electrical outlet, the - Flashing amber: The battery charge is charging. - Solid blue: The battery is...
...Play the previous track. Turns on page 55). Provides the functionality of a mouse (see "Touch Pad" on when an internal card with Bluetooth wireless technology is connected to move the cursor on the display (see "Touch Pad" on a battery, the light operates as follows: If the computer ...like the buttons on a mouse when you ordered the card with your computer. The light turns on page 27). To quickly enable or disable all wireless devices, use the touch pad to an electrical outlet, the - Flashing amber: The battery charge is charging. - Solid blue: The battery is...
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... Locator 4 air vents light 5 audio connectors 6 ExpressCard slot S E C U R I T C H - You can scan for a wireless local area network (WLAN) in your vicinity. W I R E L E S S S W I T Y C A B L E S L O T - About Your Computer 27 When enabled through Dell QuickSet, this switch can also use it to the computer (see "Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator" on page 109). Lets you attach a commercially...
... Locator 4 air vents light 5 audio connectors 6 ExpressCard slot S E C U R I T C H - You can scan for a wireless local area network (WLAN) in your vicinity. W I R E L E S S S W I T Y C A B L E S L O T - About Your Computer 27 When enabled through Dell QuickSet, this switch can also use it to the computer (see "Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator" on page 109). Lets you attach a commercially...
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... to accumulate in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. Fan noise is turned off Disables wireless devices. 2 on Enables wireless devices. 3 momentary Scans for WLAN networks (see "Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator" on when the computer gets hot. A IR V EN T S - Restricting the airflow can damage the...
... to accumulate in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. Fan noise is turned off Disables wireless devices. 2 on Enables wireless devices. 3 momentary Scans for WLAN networks (see "Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator" on when the computer gets hot. A IR V EN T S - Restricting the airflow can damage the...
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Bottom View 1 23 4 10 9 8 7 1 left speaker 3 consumer IR sensor 5 wireless Mini-Card cover 7 battery charge/health gauge 9 fan 6 5 2 memory module/coin-cell battery cover 4 right speaker 6 battery 8 battery release latches (2) 10 hard drive L E F T S PE A K E R - C E L L B A T T E R Y C O V E R - M E M O R Y M O D U L E / C O I N - Covers ...
Bottom View 1 23 4 10 9 8 7 1 left speaker 3 consumer IR sensor 5 wireless Mini-Card cover 7 battery charge/health gauge 9 fan 6 5 2 memory module/coin-cell battery cover 4 right speaker 6 battery 8 battery release latches (2) 10 hard drive L E F T S PE A K E R - C E L L B A T T E R Y C O V E R - M E M O R Y M O D U L E / C O I N - Covers ...
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... E A L T H G A U G E - Fan noise is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from the Dell travel remote controller for instructions). H A R D D R I G H T S P EA KE R - W I R E L E S S M I N I R S E ...N SO R - FAN - About Your Computer 35 Receives the signal from overheating. Provides information on the battery charge (see "Wireless Mini-Cards" on page 179 and "Flash Cache Module" on when the computer gets hot. Releases the battery (see "Using a Battery" on page 59). B...
... E A L T H G A U G E - Fan noise is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from the Dell travel remote controller for instructions). H A R D D R I G H T S P EA KE R - W I R E L E S S M I N I R S E ...N SO R - FAN - About Your Computer 35 Receives the signal from overheating. Provides information on the battery charge (see "Wireless Mini-Cards" on page 179 and "Flash Cache Module" on when the computer gets hot. Releases the battery (see "Using a Battery" on page 59). B...
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...technology provides a connection to the broadband cable or DSL modem that provide high-speed Internet access through your computer. Typically, a wireless router is connected to the Internet using a DSL, cable, or satellite modem connection, contact your ISP or cellular telephone service ...speed Internet access through a satellite television system. • Dial-up connections are using cellular technology at broadband rates. • Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) connections use high-frequency radio waves to your existing telephone line or cellular telephone service. If you ...
...technology provides a connection to the broadband cable or DSL modem that provide high-speed Internet access through your computer. Typically, a wireless router is connected to the Internet using a DSL, cable, or satellite modem connection, contact your ISP or cellular telephone service ...speed Internet access through a satellite television system. • Dial-up connections are using cellular technology at broadband rates. • Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) connections use high-frequency radio waves to your existing telephone line or cellular telephone service. If you ...
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... your ISP to select, click Help me choose or contact your computer is running. You can use a DSL, satellite modem, cable TV modem, or Bluetooth wireless technology connection. • Chose Dial-up modem or ISDN. Transferring Information to a New Computer You can transfer data, such as a writable CD, for example, from...
... your ISP to select, click Help me choose or contact your computer is running. You can use a DSL, satellite modem, cable TV modem, or Bluetooth wireless technology connection. • Chose Dial-up modem or ISDN. Transferring Information to a New Computer You can transfer data, such as a writable CD, for example, from...
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... interruptions caused by nearby lightning strikes. Disconnect the network cable from voltage spikes that came with your printer. 5 Click Add a local printer or Add a network, wireless, or Bluetooth printer. 6 Follow the instructions in the Add Printer Wizard. Power Protection Devices Several devices are available to determine the relative effectiveness of damage...
... interruptions caused by nearby lightning strikes. Disconnect the network cable from voltage spikes that came with your printer. 5 Click Add a local printer or Add a network, wireless, or Bluetooth printer. 6 Follow the instructions in the Add Printer Wizard. Power Protection Devices Several devices are available to determine the relative effectiveness of damage...
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...page 63 for information about accessing Windows Power Options Properties or Dell QuickSet, which it is significantly reduced when you perform operations including, but not limited to, the following: • Using optical drives. • Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, memory cards, or USB devices. ... may need to purchase a new battery during the life of your computer to an electrical outlet when writing to connect your Dell™ portable computer with your computer. Battery operating time varies depending on how often the battery is used , you connect your...
...page 63 for information about accessing Windows Power Options Properties or Dell QuickSet, which it is significantly reduced when you perform operations including, but not limited to, the following: • Using optical drives. • Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, memory cards, or USB devices. ... may need to purchase a new battery during the life of your computer to an electrical outlet when writing to connect your Dell™ portable computer with your computer. Battery operating time varies depending on how often the battery is used , you connect your...
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... in an L-shape with a plastic blank installed in the slot; 8 Using ExpressCards ExpressCards provide additional memory, wired and wireless communications, multimedia and security features. For example, you can add an ExpressCard to make wireless wide area network (WWAN) connectivity available on supported ExpressCards. The 54-mm card only fits into both the...
... in an L-shape with a plastic blank installed in the slot; 8 Using ExpressCards ExpressCards provide additional memory, wired and wireless communications, multimedia and security features. For example, you can add an ExpressCard to make wireless wide area network (WWAN) connectivity available on supported ExpressCards. The 54-mm card only fits into both the...
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... a network set up in a home or small office you can set up a local area network (LAN) using a network or broadband modem cable or set up a wireless LAN (WLAN). For more information about Networking, see the Windows Help and Support Center (see "Microsoft Windows XP and Windows Vista™ Help and Support...
... a network set up in a home or small office you can set up a local area network (LAN) using a network or broadband modem cable or set up a wireless LAN (WLAN). For more information about Networking, see the Windows Help and Support Center (see "Microsoft Windows XP and Windows Vista™ Help and Support...
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...want to connect to your WLAN • A network cable with each other over the air waves. The access point or wireless router and the wireless network card in the computer communicate by broadcasting data from their antennas over the air waves rather than through a network cable ...In Microsoft Windows XP, click Start→ Connect To→ Show all connections. In a WLAN, a radio communications device called an access point or wireless router connects network computers and provides Internet, or network access. NOTE: If your computer is set up a WLAN, you need: • High-speed...
...want to connect to your WLAN • A network cable with each other over the air waves. The access point or wireless router and the wireless network card in the computer communicate by broadcasting data from their antennas over the air waves rather than through a network cable ...In Microsoft Windows XP, click Start→ Connect To→ Show all connections. In a WLAN, a radio communications device called an access point or wireless router connects network computers and provides Internet, or network access. NOTE: If your computer is set up a WLAN, you need: • High-speed...
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... the General tab. Install the required software according to the router. 100 Setting Up and Using Networks If Wireless Network Connection appears, you have a wireless network card. The wireless network card's name and model number are listed on page 97). 3 Install any software required for Your Computer... The order confirmation that you received when you ordered your wireless router to ensure that there is no power connected to the instructions provided by the router manufacturer. 4 Shut down your computer and ...
... the General tab. Install the required software according to the router. 100 Setting Up and Using Networks If Wireless Network Connection appears, you have a wireless network card. The wireless network card's name and model number are listed on page 97). 3 Install any software required for Your Computer... The order confirmation that you received when you ordered your wireless router to ensure that there is no power connected to the instructions provided by the router manufacturer. 4 Shut down your computer and ...
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The technical term for the name of your router's broadcast name is Service Set Identifier (SSID) or network name. 15 If necessary, configure your wireless router's broadcast name. After 2 minutes, proceed to the step 13. 13 Start your computer and wait until the boot process completes. 14 ... WLAN, ensure that no network or USB cables, other end of the network cable into the Internet network (RJ-45) connector on the unpowered wireless router. 10 Ensure that you have followed the instructions in the order described below to prevent a potential connection failure. 11 Turn on page 101)....
The technical term for the name of your router's broadcast name is Service Set Identifier (SSID) or network name. 15 If necessary, configure your wireless router's broadcast name. After 2 minutes, proceed to the step 13. 13 Start your computer and wait until the boot process completes. 14 ... WLAN, ensure that no network or USB cables, other end of the network cable into the Internet network (RJ-45) connector on the unpowered wireless router. 10 Ensure that you have followed the instructions in the order described below to prevent a potential connection failure. 11 Turn on page 101)....
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... XP operating system is managing your computer, see "Checking Your Wireless Network Card" on page 99 for which wireless configuration utility is managing the wireless network card. 102 Setting Up and Using Networks When you turn on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com. This section provides general procedures for connecting to a network...
... XP operating system is managing your computer, see "Checking Your Wireless Network Card" on page 99 for which wireless configuration utility is managing the wireless network card. 102 Setting Up and Using Networks When you turn on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com. This section provides general procedures for connecting to a network...
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.... 2 Double-click a profile to that you selected, the same pop-up to 1 minute to connect to monitor the status of the Wireless Network Card Through Dell QuickSet The wireless activity indicator provides you must enter a WEP or WPA key when prompted. NOTE: Your computer can take up notifies you log on your computer...
.... 2 Double-click a profile to that you selected, the same pop-up to 1 minute to connect to monitor the status of the Wireless Network Card Through Dell QuickSet The wireless activity indicator provides you must enter a WEP or WPA key when prompted. NOTE: Your computer can take up notifies you log on your computer...