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... Touch Pad 39 Customizing the Touch Pad 40 4 Using the Display 41 Adjusting Brightness 41 Switching the Video Image From Your Computer Display To 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...
... Touch Pad 39 Customizing the Touch Pad 40 4 Using the Display 41 Adjusting Brightness 41 Switching the Video Image From Your Computer Display To 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...
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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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... 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...
... 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...
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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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...). K E Y B O A R D - P O W E R B U T T O N - NOTICE: To avoid losing data, turn on the computer or exit a power management mode (see "Using Dell MediaDirect™" on . For more information about the keyboard, see "Using the Display" on page 41. C A M E R A - Press the Dell MediaDirect button to turn off completely (may take several seconds). Built-in microphone for video capture, conferencing...
...). K E Y B O A R D - P O W E R B U T T O N - NOTICE: To avoid losing data, turn on the computer or exit a power management mode (see "Using Dell MediaDirect™" on . For more information about the keyboard, see "Using the Display" on page 41. C A M E R A - Press the Dell MediaDirect button to turn off completely (may take several seconds). Built-in microphone for video capture, conferencing...
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... software that allows certain software applications to be controlled by the Dell Travel Remote. For more information, click Start →Programs → Fingerprint Reader Suite. To enroll your unique fingerprint to move the cursor on the display (see "Touch Pad" on page 39). HTML-based help ...For information on how to activate and use the touch pad to authenticate your Dell™ computer secure. The computer ships with a plastic blank installed in...
... software that allows certain software applications to be controlled by the Dell Travel Remote. For more information, click Start →Programs → Fingerprint Reader Suite. To enroll your unique fingerprint to move the cursor on the display (see "Touch Pad" on page 39). HTML-based help ...For information on how to activate and use the touch pad to authenticate your Dell™ computer secure. The computer ships with a plastic blank installed in...
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... on an external monitor). The 9 light indicates that option. Highlight the desired icon to switch the display to that the keypad is active. • To disable the keypad, press again. Displays the Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter (see "Dell QuickSet Battery Meter" on an external keyboard. • To enable the keypad, press . Using the...
... on an external monitor). The 9 light indicates that option. Highlight the desired icon to switch the display to that the keypad is active. • To disable the keypad, press again. Displays the Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter (see "Dell QuickSet Battery Meter" on an external keyboard. • To enable the keypad, press . Using the...
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... or use a mouse. 1 2 1 touch pad 2 silk screen depicting scrolling capabilities • To move the cursor, lightly slide your thumb to move the cursor on the display. Use the touch pad and touch pad buttons as you to press the left touch pad button twice. Using the Keyboard and Touchpad 39 Touch...
... or use a mouse. 1 2 1 touch pad 2 silk screen depicting scrolling capabilities • To move the cursor, lightly slide your thumb to move the cursor on the display. Use the touch pad and touch pad buttons as you to press the left touch pad button twice. Using the Keyboard and Touchpad 39 Touch...
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... that you attach to change the brightness level, the Brightness Meter may appear on either the computer display or the external device. Switching the Video Image From Your Computer Display To a Projector When you start the computer with an external device attached (such as an external ...). • Press and the down -arrow key on the keyboard. Using the Display 41 Press to decrease brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external monitor). Using the Display Adjusting Brightness When a Dell™ computer is connected to an external monitor and you try to your portable...
... that you attach to change the brightness level, the Brightness Meter may appear on either the computer display or the external device. Switching the Video Image From Your Computer Display To a Projector When you start the computer with an external device attached (such as an external ...). • Press and the down -arrow key on the keyboard. Using the Display 41 Press to decrease brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external monitor). Using the Display Adjusting Brightness When a Dell™ computer is connected to an external monitor and you try to your portable...
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..., move the slide bar to the left or right to the closest supported values. To display a program at support.dell.com. To set the display resolution and refresh rate for your Dell-installed operating system. In contrast, lower resolution causes text and images to appear larger and can...best performance with vision impairments. NOTE: Use only the Dell-provided video drivers, which are available on the screen by your computer and display. NOTE: For additional instructions, click How do I get the best display? 42 Using the Display If you choose a resolution or color palette that is...
..., move the slide bar to the left or right to the closest supported values. To display a program at support.dell.com. To set the display resolution and refresh rate for your Dell-installed operating system. In contrast, lower resolution causes text and images to appear larger and can...best performance with vision impairments. NOTE: Use only the Dell-provided video drivers, which are available on the screen by your computer and display. NOTE: For additional instructions, click How do I get the best display? 42 Using the Display If you choose a resolution or color palette that is...
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...: • Using optical drives. • Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, memory cards, or USB devices. • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other power-intensive programs such as standard equipment in the battery bay. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE:... over the battery icon in maximum performance mode (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 46 for information about the Dell warranty for your computer, see the Product Information Guide or separate paper warranty document that you connect your computer. One battery...
...: • Using optical drives. • Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, memory cards, or USB devices. • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other power-intensive programs such as standard equipment in the battery bay. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE:... over the battery icon in maximum performance mode (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 46 for information about the Dell warranty for your computer, see the Product Information Guide or separate paper warranty document that you connect your computer. One battery...
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...battery • Low-battery warning pop-up window Dell QuickSet Battery Meter To view the Dell QuickSet Battery Meter: • Double-click the Dell QuickSet icon in the taskbar, and then click Battery Meter or • Press The Battery Meter displays the status, battery health, charge level, and... charge completion time for the battery in your computer using any one of the following methods: • Dell QuickSet Battery Meter • Microsoft Windows battery meter icon located ...
...battery • Low-battery warning pop-up window Dell QuickSet Battery Meter To view the Dell QuickSet Battery Meter: • Double-click the Dell QuickSet icon in the taskbar, and then click Battery Meter or • Press The Battery Meter displays the status, battery health, charge level, and... charge completion time for the battery in your computer using any one of the following methods: • Dell QuickSet Battery Meter • Microsoft Windows battery meter icon located ...
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... When you to an electrical outlet. Disconnect the computer from being used in your computer or being in the Windows Power Options or Dell QuickSet, use the Sleep power state to start charging if the battery light flashes alternately blue and amber. Sleep automatically saves your work... returns you connect the computer to an electrical outlet or install a battery while the computer is connected to continue charging the battery. Close the display. - If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. To exit Sleep state, press the power button....
... When you to an electrical outlet. Disconnect the computer from being used in your computer or being in the Windows Power Options or Dell QuickSet, use the Sleep power state to start charging if the battery light flashes alternately blue and amber. Sleep automatically saves your work... returns you connect the computer to an electrical outlet or install a battery while the computer is connected to continue charging the battery. Close the display. - If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. To exit Sleep state, press the power button....
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... recording until you are muted, you do not hear the media playing. 1 Right-click the volume icon in the Volume Mixer window. The Volume Meter displays the current volume level, including mute, on the CD-RW and try again. You can also use blank CD-RWs to test music file projects...
... recording until you are muted, you do not hear the media playing. 1 Right-click the volume icon in the Volume Mixer window. The Volume Meter displays the current volume level, including mute, on the CD-RW and try again. You can also use blank CD-RWs to test music file projects...
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...using too much memory and preventing media playback, adjust the display properties: 1 Click the Start → Control Panel→ Appearance and Personalization. 2 Under Personalization, click Adjust Screen Resolution. Press the Dell MediaDirect button, located on multimedia playback mode for digital media.... Adjusting the Picture If an error message notifies you can press the Dell MediaDirect button to launch Dell MediaDirect. The Display Properties window appears. 3 Under Resolution, click and drag the bar reduce the resolution setting. 4 In ...
...using too much memory and preventing media playback, adjust the display properties: 1 Click the Start → Control Panel→ Appearance and Personalization. 2 Under Personalization, click Adjust Screen Resolution. Press the Dell MediaDirect button, located on multimedia playback mode for digital media.... Adjusting the Picture If an error message notifies you can press the Dell MediaDirect button to launch Dell MediaDirect. The Display Properties window appears. 3 Under Resolution, click and drag the bar reduce the resolution setting. 4 In ...
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... method of the HDMI cable into the HDMI input connector on the computer. 2 Plug the other end of connection you should use. See "Enabling the Display Settings for a TV" on page 67 to ensure that you connect video and audio cables to your computer in one end of the HDMI cable...
... method of the HDMI cable into the HDMI input connector on the computer. 2 Plug the other end of connection you should use. See "Enabling the Display Settings for a TV" on page 67 to ensure that you connect video and audio cables to your computer in one end of the HDMI cable...
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... other audio device. 6 Turn on the TV and any audio device that you connected (if applicable), and then turn on the computer. 7 See "Enabling the Display Settings for a TV" on page 67 to ensure that the computer recognizes and works properly with the TV.
... other audio device. 6 Turn on the TV and any audio device that you connected (if applicable), and then turn on the computer. 7 See "Enabling the Display Settings for a TV" on page 67 to ensure that the computer recognizes and works properly with the TV.
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... component video cable into the audio input connectors on your TV or audio device. 7 Turn on the TV, turn on the computer. 8 See "Enabling the Display Settings for a TV" on the TV.
... component video cable into the audio input connectors on your TV or audio device. 7 Turn on the TV, turn on the computer. 8 See "Enabling the Display Settings for a TV" on the TV.
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...Plug the two RCA connectors on the other audio device. 7 Turn on the TV, turn on any audio device that you enable the display settings. 1 Click Start → Control Panel →Appearance and Personalization. 1 Under Personalization, click Adjust Screen Resolution. NOTE: To determine ...and diagnose problems. Then, under My Computer Information, select Hardware. 4 In the display devices section, select the appropriate option for using either a single display or multiple displays, ensuring that the display settings are correct for a TV NOTE: To ensure that the computer recognizes and works...
...Plug the two RCA connectors on the other audio device. 7 Turn on the TV, turn on any audio device that you enable the display settings. 1 Click Start → Control Panel →Appearance and Personalization. 1 Under Personalization, click Adjust Screen Resolution. NOTE: To determine ...and diagnose problems. Then, under My Computer Information, select Hardware. 4 In the display devices section, select the appropriate option for using either a single display or multiple displays, ensuring that the display settings are correct for a TV NOTE: To ensure that the computer recognizes and works...
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... is connected to that network. For more information about the Dell QuickSet wireless activity indicator, right-click the QuickSet icon in the taskbar and select Hotkey Popups. Thereafter, whenever you log on to display the status. Network security settings are enabled or disabled. To... notifies you turn the wireless activity indicator on . Follow the instructions provided in any utility prompts that appear on your network. Dell cannot provide this information. NOTE: Your computer can maintain Mobile Broadband network access as long as a Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN...
... is connected to that network. For more information about the Dell QuickSet wireless activity indicator, right-click the QuickSet icon in the taskbar and select Hotkey Popups. Thereafter, whenever you log on to display the status. Network security settings are enabled or disabled. To... notifies you turn the wireless activity indicator on . Follow the instructions provided in any utility prompts that appear on your network. Dell cannot provide this information. NOTE: Your computer can maintain Mobile Broadband network access as long as a Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN...
