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...change without the written permission of your computer. Dell Inc. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Information in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, YOURS IS HERE, XPS, Wi-Fi Catcher, and Dell MediaDirect are either potential damage to hardware or loss... of data and tells you make better use of Dell Inc. Trademarks used by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Bluetooth...
...change without the written permission of your computer. Dell Inc. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Information in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, YOURS IS HERE, XPS, Wi-Fi Catcher, and Dell MediaDirect are either potential damage to hardware or loss... of data and tells you make better use of Dell Inc. Trademarks used by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Bluetooth...
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Contents Finding Information 13 1 Setting Up Your Computer 19 Connecting to the Internet 19 Setting Up Your Internet Connection 20 Transferring Information to a New Computer . . . . . 21 Setting Up a Printer 21 Printer Cable 21 Connecting a USB Printer 22 Power Protection Devices 23 Surge Protectors 23 Line Conditioners 23 Uninterruptible Power Supplies 24 2 About Your Computer 25 Front View 25 Left Side View 31 Right Side View 32 Back View 34 Bottom View 36 Contents 3
Contents Finding Information 13 1 Setting Up Your Computer 19 Connecting to the Internet 19 Setting Up Your Internet Connection 20 Transferring Information to a New Computer . . . . . 21 Setting Up a Printer 21 Printer Cable 21 Connecting a USB Printer 22 Power Protection Devices 23 Surge Protectors 23 Line Conditioners 23 Uninterruptible Power Supplies 24 2 About Your Computer 25 Front View 25 Left Side View 31 Right Side View 32 Back View 34 Bottom View 36 Contents 3
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...Combinations 37 System Functions 37 Display Functions 37 Battery 37 Power Management 38 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions . . . . 38 Dell™ QuickSet Key Combinations 38 Adjusting Keyboard Settings 38 Touch Pad 39 Customizing the Touch Pad 40 4 Using the Display 41 Adjusting Brightness 41 ... a Projector 41 Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate 42 5 Using a Battery 43 Battery Performance 43 Checking the Battery Charge 44 Dell QuickSet Battery Meter 44 Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter 45 Charge Gauge 45 Low-Battery Warning 46 4 Contents
...Combinations 37 System Functions 37 Display Functions 37 Battery 37 Power Management 38 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions . . . . 38 Dell™ QuickSet Key Combinations 38 Adjusting Keyboard Settings 38 Touch Pad 39 Customizing the Touch Pad 40 4 Using the Display 41 Adjusting Brightness 41 ... a Projector 41 Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate 42 5 Using a Battery 43 Battery Performance 43 Checking the Battery Charge 44 Dell QuickSet Battery Meter 44 Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter 45 Charge Gauge 45 Low-Battery Warning 46 4 Contents
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... the Sleep Power State 47 Charging the Battery 47 Replacing the Battery 48 Storing a Battery 49 6 Using Multimedia 51 Playing Media 51 Playing Media Using Dell Travel Remote 52 Copying CD, DVD, and Blu-ray Disc™ (BD) Media 54 How to Copy a CD, DVD or BD 54 Using Blank CD..., DVD, and BD Media 55 Helpful Tips 56 Adjusting the Volume 57 Adjusting the Picture 58 Using Dell MediaDirect 58 Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device 59 HDMI 61 S-Video and Standard Audio 62 Component Video and Standard Audio 63 Composite...
... the Sleep Power State 47 Charging the Battery 47 Replacing the Battery 48 Storing a Battery 49 6 Using Multimedia 51 Playing Media 51 Playing Media Using Dell Travel Remote 52 Copying CD, DVD, and Blu-ray Disc™ (BD) Media 54 How to Copy a CD, DVD or BD 54 Using Blank CD..., DVD, and BD Media 55 Helpful Tips 56 Adjusting the Volume 57 Adjusting the Picture 58 Using Dell MediaDirect 58 Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device 59 HDMI 61 S-Video and Standard Audio 62 Component Video and Standard Audio 63 Composite...
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7 Using the Camera 69 Accessing the Camera's Help File 69 Manually Adjusting the Camera Settings 70 Creating a Picture or a Video 70 8 Using ExpressCards 71 ExpressCard Blanks 71 Installing an ExpressCard 72 Removing an ExpressCard or Blank 72 9 Using the Memory Card Reader 73 Memory Card Blanks 73 Installing a Memory Card 73 Removing a Memory Card or Blank 74 10 Setting Up and Using Networks 75 Connecting a Network or Broadband Modem Cable 75 Setting Up a Network in the Microsoft Windows Vista® Operating System 76 Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN 76 What You Need to ...
7 Using the Camera 69 Accessing the Camera's Help File 69 Manually Adjusting the Camera Settings 70 Creating a Picture or a Video 70 8 Using ExpressCards 71 ExpressCard Blanks 71 Installing an ExpressCard 72 Removing an ExpressCard or Blank 72 9 Using the Memory Card Reader 73 Memory Card Blanks 73 Installing a Memory Card 73 Removing a Memory Card or Blank 74 10 Setting Up and Using Networks 75 Connecting a Network or Broadband Modem Cable 75 Setting Up a Network in the Microsoft Windows Vista® Operating System 76 Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN 76 What You Need to ...
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...WWAN 80 What You Need to Establish a Mobile Broadband Network Connection 81 Checking Your Dell Mobile Broadband Card . . . . 81 Connecting to a Mobile Broadband Network . . . 82 Enabling/Disabling the Dell Mobile Broadband Card 83 Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator 83 11 Securing Your Computer 85 Security Cable... 86 Fingerprint Reader 86 Computer Tracking Software 87 If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen 87 12 Troubleshooting 89 Dell Technical Update Service 89 Dell Diagnostics 89 Dell Support Center 93 Dell Support 3 94 Dell PC Tune-Up 95 Dell PC CheckUp 95 Contents 7
...WWAN 80 What You Need to Establish a Mobile Broadband Network Connection 81 Checking Your Dell Mobile Broadband Card . . . . 81 Connecting to a Mobile Broadband Network . . . 82 Enabling/Disabling the Dell Mobile Broadband Card 83 Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator 83 11 Securing Your Computer 85 Security Cable... 86 Fingerprint Reader 86 Computer Tracking Software 87 If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen 87 12 Troubleshooting 89 Dell Technical Update Service 89 Dell Diagnostics 89 Dell Support Center 93 Dell Support 3 94 Dell PC Tune-Up 95 Dell PC CheckUp 95 Contents 7
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Dell Network Assistant 96 DellConnect 96 Drive Problems 97 Optical drive problems 97 Hard drive problems 98 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 98 Error Messages 100 ... A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly 108 A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system . . . . . 108 A solid blue screen appears 108 Dell MediaDirect problems 108 Other software problems 109 Memory Problems 110 Network Problems 110 Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN 111 Power Problems 111 8 Contents
Dell Network Assistant 96 DellConnect 96 Drive Problems 97 Optical drive problems 97 Hard drive problems 98 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 98 Error Messages 100 ... A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly 108 A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system . . . . . 108 A solid blue screen appears 108 Dell MediaDirect problems 108 Other software problems 109 Memory Problems 110 Network Problems 110 Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN 111 Power Problems 111 8 Contents
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Printer Problems 112 Scanner Problems 113 Sound and Speaker Problems 114 No sound from integrated speakers 114 No sound from external speakers 114 No sound from headphones 115 Remote Control Problems 115 Touch Pad or Mouse Problems 115 Video and Display Problems 116 If the display is blank 116 If the display is difficult to read 117 If only part of the display is readable 118 Drivers 118 What Is a Driver 118 Identifying Drivers 118 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 119 Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems in the Windows Vista® Operating System 121 Restoring ...
Printer Problems 112 Scanner Problems 113 Sound and Speaker Problems 114 No sound from integrated speakers 114 No sound from external speakers 114 No sound from headphones 115 Remote Control Problems 115 Touch Pad or Mouse Problems 115 Video and Display Problems 116 If the display is blank 116 If the display is difficult to read 117 If only part of the display is readable 118 Drivers 118 What Is a Driver 118 Identifying Drivers 118 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 119 Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems in the Windows Vista® Operating System 121 Restoring ...
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... Computer 129 Before Working Inside Your Computer 130 Hard Drive 131 Removing the Hard Drive 132 Replacing the Hard Drive 133 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 133 Center Control Cover and Hinge Covers 134 Removing the Center Control Cover and Hinge Covers 134 Replacing the Center Control Cover and Hinge Covers...
... Computer 129 Before Working Inside Your Computer 130 Hard Drive 131 Removing the Hard Drive 132 Replacing the Hard Drive 133 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 133 Center Control Cover and Hinge Covers 134 Removing the Center Control Cover and Hinge Covers 134 Replacing the Center Control Cover and Hinge Covers...
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... Order-Status Service 155 Problems With Your Order 155 Product Information 155 Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit . . . . . 156 Before You Call 156 Contacting Dell 158 Contents 11
... Order-Status Service 155 Problems With Your Order 155 Product Information 155 Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit . . . . . 156 Before You Call 156 Contacting Dell 158 Contents 11
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16 Specifications 159 A Appendix 169 Using the System Setup Program 169 Viewing the System Setup Screen 170 System Setup Screen 170 Commonly Used Options 170 Cleaning Your Computer 172 Computer, Keyboard, and Display 172 Touch Pad 173 Mouse 173 Media 173 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only 175 FCC Class B 175 Macrovision Product Notice 176 Glossary 177 Index 195 12 Contents Only 174 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals 175 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 175 FCC Notice (U.S.
16 Specifications 159 A Appendix 169 Using the System Setup Program 169 Viewing the System Setup Screen 170 System Setup Screen 170 Commonly Used Options 170 Cleaning Your Computer 172 Computer, Keyboard, and Display 172 Touch Pad 173 Mouse 173 Media 173 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only 175 FCC Class B 175 Macrovision Product Notice 176 Glossary 177 Index 195 12 Contents Only 174 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals 175 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 175 FCC Notice (U.S.
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Find It Here • A diagnostic program for my computer • Drivers for technicians or experienced users. Readme files may be found at support.dell.com. Finding Information 13 What Are You Looking For? NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can use the Drivers and Utilities media to your computer or ... on your media to provide last-minute updates about technical changes to reinstall drivers (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 119) or run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on your computer.
Find It Here • A diagnostic program for my computer • Drivers for technicians or experienced users. Readme files may be found at support.dell.com. Finding Information 13 What Are You Looking For? NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can use the Drivers and Utilities media to your computer or ... on your media to provide last-minute updates about technical changes to reinstall drivers (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 119) or run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on your computer.
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only) • Safety instructions • Regulatory information • Ergonomics information • End User License Agreement Find It Here Dell™ Product Information Guide • How to set up my computer Setup Diagram NOTE: The appearance of your setup diagram may vary. • ...and Microsoft Windows Product Key These labels are located on your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact support. • Enter the Express Service Code to direct your call when contacting support. 14 Finding Information NOTE: As an ...
only) • Safety instructions • Regulatory information • Ergonomics information • End User License Agreement Find It Here Dell™ Product Information Guide • How to set up my computer Setup Diagram NOTE: The appearance of your setup diagram may vary. • ...and Microsoft Windows Product Key These labels are located on your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact support. • Enter the Express Service Code to direct your call when contacting support. 14 Finding Information NOTE: As an ...
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... Go to view the appropriate support • Community - may vary depending on your NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface configuration. What Are You Looking For? support.dell.com tips, articles from technicians, online NOTE: Select your Service Tag or Product Type and Product Model..., and click Go. 3 Scroll to System and Configuration Utilities→ Dell Notebook System Software and click Download Now. Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Notebook System Software (NSS) - the NSS utility...
... Go to view the appropriate support • Community - may vary depending on your NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface configuration. What Are You Looking For? support.dell.com tips, articles from technicians, online NOTE: Select your Service Tag or Product Type and Product Model..., and click Go. 3 Scroll to System and Configuration Utilities→ Dell Notebook System Software and click Download Now. Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Notebook System Software (NSS) - the NSS utility...
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... Utility from the icon on your screen. 16 Finding Information Find It Here • Software upgrades and troubleshooting Dell Support Utility hints - For more information, see "Dell Support Center" on page 93. • How to use Microsoft Windows Vista™ Windows Help and Support... Click the topic that describes your computing environment, software updates, and relevant self-support information. What Are You Looking For? Dell QuickSet Help To view Dell QuickSet Help, right-click the QuickSet icon in the lower-right corner of your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on the ...
... Utility from the icon on your screen. 16 Finding Information Find It Here • Software upgrades and troubleshooting Dell Support Utility hints - For more information, see "Dell Support Center" on page 93. • How to use Microsoft Windows Vista™ Windows Help and Support... Click the topic that describes your computing environment, software updates, and relevant self-support information. What Are You Looking For? Dell QuickSet Help To view Dell QuickSet Help, right-click the QuickSet icon in the lower-right corner of your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on the ...
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NOTE: The color of your DVD varies based on your computer. Finding Information 17 Your operating system product key label is already installed on the operating system you reinstall your operating system, use the Operating System media. To reinstall your operating system, use the Drivers and Utilities media to reinstall my operating system Find It Here Operating System Media The operating system is located on page 122. After you ordered. What Are You Looking For? • How to reinstall drivers for the devices that came with your computer. See "Restoring Your ...
NOTE: The color of your DVD varies based on your computer. Finding Information 17 Your operating system product key label is already installed on the operating system you reinstall your operating system, use the Operating System media. To reinstall your operating system, use the Drivers and Utilities media to reinstall my operating system Find It Here Operating System Media The operating system is located on page 122. After you ordered. What Are You Looking For? • How to reinstall drivers for the devices that came with your computer. See "Restoring Your ...
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Your ISP will offer one or more of the following Internet connection options: • DSL connections that broadcasts the Internet signal to the broadband cable or DSL modem that provide high-speed Internet access through your computer. Typically, a wireless router is connected to your existing telephone line or cellular telephone service. It supports an external USB modem which can access the Internet and use high-frequency radio waves to the telephone wall jack before you have an internal modem. With a DSL connection, you can be connected to the Internet NOTE: Internet Service...
Your ISP will offer one or more of the following Internet connection options: • DSL connections that broadcasts the Internet signal to the broadband cable or DSL modem that provide high-speed Internet access through your computer. Typically, a wireless router is connected to your existing telephone line or cellular telephone service. It supports an external USB modem which can access the Internet and use high-frequency radio waves to the telephone wall jack before you have an internal modem. With a DSL connection, you can be connected to the Internet NOTE: Internet Service...
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Contact your desktop or if you want to connect: • Choose Broadband if you will use a DSL, satellite modem, cable TV modem, or Bluetooth wireless technology connection. • Chose Dial-up if you are having problems connecting to the Internet, see "E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems" on the screen to complete the setup. NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 5 Follow the instructions on your ISP to the Internet window appears. 4 Click either Broadband (PPPoE) or Dial-up, depending on how you do not have ...
Contact your desktop or if you want to connect: • Choose Broadband if you will use a DSL, satellite modem, cable TV modem, or Bluetooth wireless technology connection. • Chose Dial-up if you are having problems connecting to the Internet, see "E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems" on the screen to complete the setup. NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 5 Follow the instructions on your ISP to the Internet window appears. 4 Click either Broadband (PPPoE) or Dial-up, depending on how you do not have ...
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See the documentation that came with either a USB cable or a parallel cable. Printer Cable Your printer connects to your computer with the printer for example, from an old computer to the computer. For instructions, see the following section that it is running. 1 Click Start → Transfer files and settings→ Start Windows Easy Transfer. 2 In the User Account Control dialog box, click Continue. 3 Click Start a new transfer or Continue a transfer in the computer's shipping box. Setting Up a Printer NOTICE: Complete the operating system setup before you connect a printer to a ...
See the documentation that came with either a USB cable or a parallel cable. Printer Cable Your printer connects to your computer with the printer for example, from an old computer to the computer. For instructions, see the following section that it is running. 1 Click Start → Transfer files and settings→ Start Windows Easy Transfer. 2 In the User Account Control dialog box, click Continue. 3 Click Start a new transfer or Continue a transfer in the computer's shipping box. Setting Up a Printer NOTICE: Complete the operating system setup before you connect a printer to a ...
