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... crashes repeatedly 43 A program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system . . . . . 44 A solid blue screen appears 44 Other software problems 44 Memory Problems 45 Mouse Problems 45 4 Contents
... crashes repeatedly 43 A program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system . . . . . 44 A solid blue screen appears 44 Other software problems 44 Memory Problems 45 Mouse Problems 45 4 Contents
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... 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. Only 124 Class A 125 Class B 125 FCC Identification Information 126 Contacting Dell 126 Index 145 Contents 7 Only 123 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals 124 Definition of "Third-Party" Software...
... 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. Only 124 Class A 125 Class B 125 FCC Identification Information 126 Contacting Dell 126 Index 145 Contents 7 Only 123 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals 124 Definition of "Third-Party" Software...
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..., hibernate mode settings, and other power settings in before shipping the computer to store the contents of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before it was in the Power Options Properties window. When the computer exits from hibernate... may lose data. If the computer's hard drive becomes corrupted, Windows XP recreates the hibernate file automatically. To immediately activate standby mode without a period of hibernation, because the keyboard and the mouse do not function when the computer is restored to the state it entered...
..., hibernate mode settings, and other power settings in before shipping the computer to store the contents of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before it was in the Power Options Properties window. When the computer exits from hibernate... may lose data. If the computer's hard drive becomes corrupted, Windows XP recreates the hibernate file automatically. To immediately activate standby mode without a period of hibernation, because the keyboard and the mouse do not function when the computer is restored to the state it entered...
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... require minimal power conservation. • Presentation - 3 Under or pick a Control Panel icon, click Power Options. 4 Define your power settings on the keyboard or click the mouse. If you want your computer to time-out before the computer exits from batteries for each scheme appear in the Windows taskbar for quick access...
... require minimal power conservation. • Presentation - 3 Under or pick a Control Panel icon, click Power Options. 4 Define your power settings on the keyboard or click the mouse. If you want your computer to time-out before the computer exits from batteries for each scheme appear in the Windows taskbar for quick access...
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... used as indicated by an external device. To resume normal computer operation, briefly press the power button, press any key on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press a button on /off feature. Also, you may blink when the hard drive is ordered. 1 Enter system setup (see page 114). 2 Press... Also, Quick Resume is enabled in system setup when this option is still operating as a quick on the optional Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 remote control. Enabling the QRT feature in System Setup The QRT drivers must be installed before this mode, the computer is...
... used as indicated by an external device. To resume normal computer operation, briefly press the power button, press any key on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press a button on /off feature. Also, you may blink when the hard drive is ordered. 1 Enter system setup (see page 114). 2 Press... Also, Quick Resume is enabled in system setup when this option is still operating as a quick on the optional Microsoft® Windows® XP Media Center Edition 2005 remote control. Enabling the QRT feature in System Setup The QRT drivers must be installed before this mode, the computer is...
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... responding END THE PROGRAM - 1 Press simultaneously. 2 Click Applications. 3 Click the program that is no longer responding. 4 Click End Task. See page 53. Then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to perform an operating system shutdown.
... responding END THE PROGRAM - 1 Press simultaneously. 2 Click Applications. 3 Click the program that is no longer responding. 4 Click End Task. See page 53. Then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to perform an operating system shutdown.
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... to run the software. 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 All Programs→ Accessories, and then click Program Compatibility Wizard.... 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier Windows operating system R U N T H E P R O G R A M C O M P A T I B I L I T Y W I Z A R D - If you...
... to run the software. 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 All Programs→ Accessories, and then click Program Compatibility Wizard.... 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier Windows operating system R U N T H E P R O G R A M C O M P A T I B I L I T Y W I Z A R D - If you...
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...you are not using to ensure that resolves the problem. • See the software documentation for your computer, see page 56). Mouse Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. If... memory modules (see page 74) to see page 56). For instructions on cleaning the mouse, see "Mouse" on page 109. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see if that your computer is successfully communicating with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Memory" on page 123. C L E A N T H E M O U S E...
...you are not using to ensure that resolves the problem. • See the software documentation for your computer, see page 56). Mouse Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. If... memory modules (see page 74) to see page 56). For instructions on cleaning the mouse, see "Mouse" on page 109. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see if that your computer is successfully communicating with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Memory" on page 123. C L E A N T H E M O U S E...
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... adjusting the settings. Contact your network administrator or the person who set up your network to the computer, and try using the mouse. C H E C K T H E N E T W O R K L I V E R - RESTART THE COMPUTER AND LOG ON TO THE NETWORK AGAIN C H E C K Y O U R N E T W O R K S E T T I N G S - C H E C ... the computer. See page 58. See page 60. 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 - Connect a properly working mouse to verify that the network cable is firmly inserted into both the network connector on the setup diagram for your network settings are correct and...
... adjusting the settings. Contact your network administrator or the person who set up your network to the computer, and try using the mouse. C H E C K T H E N E T W O R K L I V E R - RESTART THE COMPUTER AND LOG ON TO THE NETWORK AGAIN C H E C K Y O U R N E T W O R K S E T T I N G S - C H E C ... the computer. See page 58. See page 60. 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 - Connect a properly working mouse to verify that the network cable is firmly inserted into both the network connector on the setup diagram for your network settings are correct and...
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...the system board (see page 71). I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S G R E E N A N D T H E C O M P U T E R I S N O T R E S P O N D I S O F F - See "Dell Diagnostics" on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to the system board (see page 76). 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 - Some possible causes of interference are securely connected to resume...main power cable and front panel cable are : • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables • Too many devices on the back of the procedures in this section, follow the safety ...
...the system board (see page 71). I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S G R E E N A N D T H E C O M P U T E R I S N O T R E S P O N D I S O F F - See "Dell Diagnostics" on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to the system board (see page 76). 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 - Some possible causes of interference are securely connected to resume...main power cable and front panel cable are : • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables • Too many devices on the back of the procedures in this section, follow the safety ...
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... connector for bent or broken pins. (It is normal for troubleshooting procedures. TE S T T H E E L E C T R I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - E L I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I G H T - If the power light is turned on the keyboard or move the mouse. 50 Solving Problems
... connector for bent or broken pins. (It is normal for troubleshooting procedures. TE S T T H E E L E C T R I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - E L I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I G H T - If the power light is turned on the keyboard or move the mouse. 50 Solving Problems
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...Using Intel® Viiv™ Quick Resume Technology (Optional)" on page 36 for resource conflicts (see page 59). 4 If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 113) to make sure the boot sequence is attempting to boot from the computer for additional information. • Press the power button &#...8226; Move the mouse • Press any key on the keyboard • Press any key on your screen identifying a problem with a device (such as the floppy ...
...Using Intel® Viiv™ Quick Resume Technology (Optional)" on page 36 for resource conflicts (see page 59). 4 If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 113) to make sure the boot sequence is attempting to boot from the computer for additional information. • Press the power button &#...8226; Move the mouse • Press any key on the keyboard • Press any key on your screen identifying a problem with a device (such as the floppy ...
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...all devices attached to the Main Menu screen. Tab Results Errors Help Configuration Parameters Function Displays the results of the screen. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for more information. Each device has its driver recognizes. Displays your hardware configuration for running the test. To...commands that use the device. Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the problem description. Many drivers, such as a printer, mouse, or keyboard. The device list may indicate requirements for the selected device. Drivers What Is a Driver?
...all devices attached to the Main Menu screen. Tab Results Errors Help Configuration Parameters Function Displays the results of the screen. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for more information. Each device has its driver recognizes. Displays your hardware configuration for running the test. To...commands that use the device. Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the problem description. Many drivers, such as a printer, mouse, or keyboard. The device list may indicate requirements for the selected device. Drivers What Is a Driver?
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... safe to use compressed air to remove contaminants that clean discs and provide some protection from Dell, as well as Appendix 123 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Clean your screen cursor skips or moves abnormally, clean the mouse. Only) Technician-assisted technical support requires the cooperation and participation of the operating system, software programs...
... safe to use compressed air to remove contaminants that clean discs and provide some protection from Dell, as well as Appendix 123 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Clean your screen cursor skips or moves abnormally, clean the mouse. Only) Technician-assisted technical support requires the cooperation and participation of the operating system, software programs...
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See system board mouse problems, 45 146 Index DVD drive problems, 38 DVDs, 18 playing, 16 E e-mail problems, 39 error messages diagnostic lights, 53 troubleshooting, 41 F Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 27 Finding Information, 9 Flex Bay drive Media Card Reader, 65 H hard drive activity light, 66 problems, 39 hardware Dell Diagnostics, 56 drives...
See system board mouse problems, 45 146 Index DVD drive problems, 38 DVDs, 18 playing, 16 E e-mail problems, 39 error messages diagnostic lights, 53 troubleshooting, 41 F Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 27 Finding Information, 9 Flex Bay drive Media Card Reader, 65 H hard drive activity light, 66 problems, 39 hardware Dell Diagnostics, 56 drives...
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...Wizard, 24 problems, 46 setting up, 23 Network Setup Wizard, 24 O operating system reinstalling Windows XP, 60 P password clearing, 121 jumper, 121 PC Restore, 61 PCI cards removing, 80 PCI ...blue screen, 44 CD drive, 38 CD-RW drive, 39 computer crashes, 43-44 computer stops responding, 43 Dell Diagnostics, 56 diagnostic lights, 53 drives, 38 DVD drive, 38 e-mail, 39 error messages, 41 general, ...Media Card Reader, 42 memory, 45 modem, 39 monitor is blank, 50 monitor is hard to read, 51 mouse, 45 network, 46 problems (continued) power, 47 power light conditions, 47 printer, 48 program crashes, 43...
...Wizard, 24 problems, 46 setting up, 23 Network Setup Wizard, 24 O operating system reinstalling Windows XP, 60 P password clearing, 121 jumper, 121 PC Restore, 61 PCI cards removing, 80 PCI ...blue screen, 44 CD drive, 38 CD-RW drive, 39 computer crashes, 43-44 computer stops responding, 43 Dell Diagnostics, 56 diagnostic lights, 53 drives, 38 DVD drive, 38 e-mail, 39 error messages, 41 general, ...Media Card Reader, 42 memory, 45 modem, 39 monitor is blank, 50 monitor is hard to read, 51 mouse, 45 network, 46 problems (continued) power, 47 power light conditions, 47 printer, 48 program crashes, 43...
