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... 38 CD and DVD drive problems 38 Hard drive problems 39 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 39 Error Messages 41 Media Card Reader Problems 42 Keyboard Problems 42 Lockups and Software Problems 43 The computer does not start up 43 The computer stops responding 43 A program stops responding 43 A program crashes...
... 38 CD and DVD drive problems 38 Hard drive problems 39 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 39 Error Messages 41 Media Card Reader Problems 42 Keyboard Problems 42 Lockups and Software Problems 43 The computer does not start up 43 The computer stops responding 43 A program stops responding 43 A program crashes...
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...124 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 124 FCC Notices (U.S. Only 124 Class A 125 Class B 125 FCC Identification Information 126 Contacting Dell 126 Index 145 Contents 7 5 Appendix 109 Specifications 109 System Setup 113 Overview 113 Entering System Setup 114 System Setup Options 116 Boot Sequence 119... Clearing Forgotten Passwords 121 Clearing CMOS Settings 122 Cleaning Your Computer 122 Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor 122 Mouse 123 Floppy Drive 123 CDs and DVDs 123 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S.
...124 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 124 FCC Notices (U.S. Only 124 Class A 125 Class B 125 FCC Identification Information 126 Contacting Dell 126 Index 145 Contents 7 5 Appendix 109 Specifications 109 System Setup 113 Overview 113 Entering System Setup 114 System Setup Options 116 Boot Sequence 119... Clearing Forgotten Passwords 121 Clearing CMOS Settings 122 Cleaning Your Computer 122 Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor 122 Mouse 123 Floppy Drive 123 CDs and DVDs 123 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S.
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...hard drive with enough disk space to store the contents of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before shipping the computer to you. If the computer's hard ...drive becomes corrupted, Windows XP recreates the hibernate file automatically. When the computer exits from hibernate mode. To ...in standby mode, it entered standby mode. To exit from standby mode, press a key on the keyboard or move the mouse. To immediately activate standby mode without a period of inactivity, click the Start...
...hard drive with enough disk space to store the contents of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before shipping the computer to you. If the computer's hard ...drive becomes corrupted, Windows XP recreates the hibernate file automatically. When the computer exits from hibernate mode. To ...in standby mode, it entered standby mode. To exit from standby mode, press a key on the keyboard or move the mouse. To immediately activate standby mode without a period of inactivity, click the Start...
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... in the fields below the scheme name. Power Schemes Tab Each standard power setting is a portable computer and you want your power settings on the keyboard or click the mouse. If you want to change the default settings for a scheme, click the drop-down menu displays the following schemes: • Always...
... in the fields below the scheme name. Power Schemes Tab Each standard power setting is a portable computer and you want your power settings on the keyboard or click the mouse. If you want to change the default settings for a scheme, click the drop-down menu displays the following schemes: • Always...
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... option and press to access the menu. 4 Press the left- To resume normal computer operation, briefly press the power button, press any key on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press a button on my computer drop-down menu, select Do Nothing. 8 From the When I press the sleep button on... the optional Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 remote control. Also, Quick Resume is enabled in system setup when this option is ordered. These drivers are checked. 6 Click the...
... option and press to access the menu. 4 Press the left- To resume normal computer operation, briefly press the power button, press any key on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press a button on my computer drop-down menu, select Do Nothing. 8 From the When I press the sleep button on... the optional Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 remote control. Also, Quick Resume is enabled in system setup when this option is ordered. These drivers are checked. 6 Click the...
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... option. 3 Right-click the corresponding drive letter in the BIOS setup that the keyboard cable is mapped to a network drive, Windows XP does not automatically assign a drive letter to insert media. Media Card Reader Problems ...E S H O O T E R - To manually assign a drive for damaged or frayed cables. Straighten bent pins. • Remove keyboard extension cables and connect the keyboard directly to the computer, and try using the keyboard. When Microsoft Windows XP detects the Media Card Reader, the device is automatically assigned a drive letter as shown on the setup...
... option. 3 Right-click the corresponding drive letter in the BIOS setup that the keyboard cable is mapped to a network drive, Windows XP does not automatically assign a drive letter to insert media. Media Card Reader Problems ...E S H O O T E R - To manually assign a drive for damaged or frayed cables. Straighten bent pins. • Remove keyboard extension cables and connect the keyboard directly to the computer, and try using the keyboard. When Microsoft Windows XP detects the Media Card Reader, the device is automatically assigned a drive letter as shown on the setup...
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... and then reinstall the program. If you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in its documentation or on your keyboard or moving your computer. Then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to get a response by pressing a key on a floppy...
... and then reinstall the program. If you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in its documentation or on your keyboard or moving your computer. Then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to get a response by pressing a key on a floppy...
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The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so it runs in an environment similar to non-Windows XP operating system environments. 1 Click the Start button, point to run the software. If you are unable to 10 seconds until the computer turns off... needed to All Programs→ Accessories, and then click Program Compatibility Wizard. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on your keyboard or moving your computer. Then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for information. • Ensure that the program is designed for an...
The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so it runs in an environment similar to non-Windows XP operating system environments. 1 Click the Start button, point to run the software. If you are unable to 10 seconds until the computer turns off... needed to All Programs→ Accessories, and then click Program Compatibility Wizard. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on your keyboard or moving your computer. Then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for information. • Ensure that the program is designed for an...
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... in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. RESTART THE COMPUTER - 1 Simultaneously press to display the Start menu. 2 Type u, press the keyboard arrow keys to the computer, and try using the mouse. R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - CHECK THE MOUSE SETTINGS - 1 Click the Start button, click Control Panel, and then...
... in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. RESTART THE COMPUTER - 1 Simultaneously press to display the Start menu. 2 Type u, press the keyboard arrow keys to the computer, and try using the mouse. R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - CHECK THE MOUSE SETTINGS - 1 Click the Start button, click Control Panel, and then...
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...at your location (if applicable). • Ensure that the main power cable and front panel cable are : • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables • Too many devices on properly. • Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing... power strips connected to resume normal operation. Press a key on page 56. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I N G G R E E N - See "Dell Diagnostics" on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to the same electrical outlet Solving Problems 47 The computer is receiving electrical power, but an...
...at your location (if applicable). • Ensure that the main power cable and front panel cable are : • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables • Too many devices on properly. • Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing... power strips connected to resume normal operation. Press a key on page 56. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I N G G R E E N - See "Dell Diagnostics" on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to the same electrical outlet Solving Problems 47 The computer is receiving electrical power, but an...
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See page 59. A D J U S T T H E W I N T E R F E R E N C E - If the power light is turned on the keyboard or move the mouse. 50 Solving Problems E L I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - NOTE: See the monitor documentation for monitor cable connectors to ensure that the monitor is off nearby ...
See page 59. A D J U S T T H E W I N T E R F E R E N C E - If the power light is turned on the keyboard or move the mouse. 50 Solving Problems E L I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - NOTE: See the monitor documentation for monitor cable connectors to ensure that the monitor is off nearby ...
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...Optional)" on page 36 for additional information. • Press the power button • Move the mouse • Press any key on the keyboard • Press any key on the optional MCE remote control Another failure has occurred. • Ensure that the cables are properly connected to... 113) to make sure the boot sequence is correct for the devices installed on your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 126). None. Troubleshooting Tools 55 The system is operating in the quick resume mode. Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution A...
...Optional)" on page 36 for additional information. • Press the power button • Move the mouse • Press any key on the keyboard • Press any key on the optional MCE remote control Another failure has occurred. • Ensure that the cables are properly connected to... 113) to make sure the boot sequence is correct for the devices installed on your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 126). None. Troubleshooting Tools 55 The system is operating in the quick resume mode. Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution A...
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... various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the following table for the selected device. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the Main Menu screen. A driver acts like a translator between the device and any error conditions ... Test or Symptom Tree option, click the applicable tab described in the left pane of specialized commands that controls a device such as the keyboard driver, come with required drivers already installed-no further installation or configuration is a program that only its driver recognizes. 3 If you :...
... various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the following table for the selected device. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the Main Menu screen. A driver acts like a translator between the device and any error conditions ... Test or Symptom Tree option, click the applicable tab described in the left pane of specialized commands that controls a device such as the keyboard driver, come with required drivers already installed-no further installation or configuration is a program that only its driver recognizes. 3 If you :...
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.... For more information on the computer. Use the headphone connector to identify your computer when you connect occasionally, such as printers and keyboards. NOTICE: Ensure that you access the Dell Support website or call technical support. 66 Removing and Installing Parts Use the lights to a USB device). Use the front USB connectors...
.... For more information on the computer. Use the headphone connector to identify your computer when you connect occasionally, such as printers and keyboards. NOTICE: Ensure that you access the Dell Support website or call technical support. 66 Removing and Installing Parts Use the lights to a USB device). Use the front USB connectors...
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... network connector. NOTICE: Ensure that could harm internal components. 1 Follow the procedures in the Product Information Guide. While you connect occasionally, such as printers and keyboards. A click indicates that you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to dissipate any of desk top space. 3 network connector 4 USB 2.0 connectors (5) 5 card slots (6) To...
... network connector. NOTICE: Ensure that could harm internal components. 1 Follow the procedures in the Product Information Guide. While you connect occasionally, such as printers and keyboards. A click indicates that you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to dissipate any of desk top space. 3 network connector 4 USB 2.0 connectors (5) 5 card slots (6) To...
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NOTE: The F2 prompt indicates that the keyboard has initialized. If you press before you are prompted, this F2 prompt appears, press immediately. Entering System Setup 1 Turn on the screen is displayed, you ... wait until you see page 63) and try again. This prompt can appear very quickly, so you must watch for your computer. 2 When the blue DELL™ logo is divided into three areas: the options list, active options field, and key functions. 114 Appendix System Setup Screens The system setup screen...
NOTE: The F2 prompt indicates that the keyboard has initialized. If you press before you are prompted, this F2 prompt appears, press immediately. Entering System Setup 1 Turn on the screen is displayed, you ... wait until you see page 63) and try again. This prompt can appear very quickly, so you must watch for your computer. 2 When the blue DELL™ logo is divided into three areas: the options list, active options field, and key functions. 114 Appendix System Setup Screens The system setup screen...
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... surge protector. When Low Power Mode is selected, remote wakeup events no longer power up from suspend mode, hibernate mode, or when powered off your keyboard. The options are every day or every Monday through Friday. This option involves the rightmost bank of each key. 118 Appendix This feature does not...
... surge protector. When Low Power Mode is selected, remote wakeup events no longer power up from suspend mode, hibernate mode, or when powered off your keyboard. The options are every day or every Monday through Friday. This option involves the rightmost bank of each key. 118 Appendix This feature does not...
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This option disables or enables keyboard error reporting when the computer starts. Press the key to retry the boot, or press the key to retry the boot. • Hard Drive - Follow ... device, connect the USB device to a USB connector (see page 111). 2 Turn on -screen instructions to enter the setup utility. • Diskette Drive - POST Hotkeys Keyboard Errors This option allows you modify any boot sequence settings, save the new settings to avoid losing the changes. If no floppy drive installed, the...
This option disables or enables keyboard error reporting when the computer starts. Press the key to retry the boot, or press the key to retry the boot. • Hard Drive - Follow ... device, connect the USB device to a USB connector (see page 111). 2 Turn on -screen instructions to enter the setup utility. • Diskette Drive - POST Hotkeys Keyboard Errors This option allows you modify any boot sequence settings, save the new settings to avoid losing the changes. If no floppy drive installed, the...
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... (see page 107). Do not use a special screen-cleaning tissue or solution suitable for the monitor's antistatic coating. • Wipe the keyboard, computer, and plastic part of the monitor with a soft cleaning cloth moistened with a solution of three parts water and one part dishwashing ...substances. • Use a vacuum cleaner with water. d Replace the jumper plug on pins 1 and 2 and wait approximately five seconds. Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 63...
... (see page 107). Do not use a special screen-cleaning tissue or solution suitable for the monitor's antistatic coating. • Wipe the keyboard, computer, and plastic part of the monitor with a soft cleaning cloth moistened with a solution of three parts water and one part dishwashing ...substances. • Use a vacuum cleaner with water. d Replace the jumper plug on pins 1 and 2 and wait approximately five seconds. Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 63...
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... regulations provide that are included. Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals Third-party software and peripherals include any Dell-branded monitors, keyboards, mice, speakers, microphones for your entire system is available at support.dell.com. To determine which classification applies to this equipment. 124 Appendix In addition to your system's FCC classification...
... regulations provide that are included. Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals Third-party software and peripherals include any Dell-branded monitors, keyboards, mice, speakers, microphones for your entire system is available at support.dell.com. To determine which classification applies to this equipment. 124 Appendix In addition to your system's FCC classification...