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... trade names other than its own. Trademarks used 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...injury, or death. is used by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Blu-ray Disc is a registered trademark owned by Dell under license. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in the United States and/or other countries; NOTICE... information that helps you how to avoid the problem. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are trademarks of Dell Inc. and is strictly forbidden. A02
... trade names other than its own. Trademarks used 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...injury, or death. is used by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Blu-ray Disc is a registered trademark owned by Dell under license. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in the United States and/or other countries; NOTICE... information that helps you how to avoid the problem. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are trademarks of Dell Inc. and is strictly forbidden. A02
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... . . 37 Numeric Keypad 37 Key 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 ...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
... . . 37 Numeric Keypad 37 Key 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 ...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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... 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 Establish a WLAN Connection 76 Checking Your Wireless Network Card 76...
... 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 Establish a WLAN Connection 76 Checking Your Wireless Network Card 76...
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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 ... The computer stops responding 107 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...
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 ... The computer stops responding 107 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...
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... 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 Your Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System 122 Using Windows Vista System Restore 123 Using the Operating System Media 126 Contents 9
... 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 Your Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System 122 Using Windows Vista System Restore 123 Using the Operating System Media 126 Contents 9
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... and Express Service Code • Microsoft® Windows® Product Key Service Tag 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 increased security measure, the newly designed Microsoft Windows license label incorporates a missing portion or...
... and Express Service Code • Microsoft® Windows® Product Key Service Tag 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 increased security measure, the newly designed Microsoft Windows license label incorporates a missing portion or...
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...hotkeys, and other items controlled by Dell QuickSet. Find It Here • Software upgrades and troubleshooting Dell Support Utility hints - Access the Dell Support Utility from the icon on page 93. • How to use Microsoft Windows Vista™ Windows Help and Support • How ... on your screen. 16 Finding Information Dell QuickSet Help To view Dell QuickSet Help, right-click the QuickSet icon in the lower-right corner of your computing environment The Dell Support Utility is located in the Microsoft® Windows® taskbar. Frequently asked questions, ...
...hotkeys, and other items controlled by Dell QuickSet. Find It Here • Software upgrades and troubleshooting Dell Support Utility hints - Access the Dell Support Utility from the icon on page 93. • How to use Microsoft Windows Vista™ Windows Help and Support • How ... on your screen. 16 Finding Information Dell QuickSet Help To view Dell QuickSet Help, right-click the QuickSet icon in the lower-right corner of your computing environment The Dell Support Utility is located in the Microsoft® Windows® taskbar. Frequently asked questions, ...
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... media to reinstall my operating system Find It Here Operating System Media The operating system is located on page 122. See "Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System" on your computer.
... media to reinstall my operating system Find It Here Operating System Media The operating system is located on page 122. See "Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System" on your computer.
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... the setup. 20 Setting Up Your Computer If you do not know which type of connection to complete the setup. The Connect to the Internet window appears. 4 Click either Broadband (PPPoE) or Dial-up, depending on the screen to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 5... a provided ISP desktop shortcut: 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Double-click the ISP icon on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. 3 Follow the instructions on how you will use a DSL, satellite modem, cable TV modem, or Bluetooth wireless technology connection. • Chose ...
... the setup. 20 Setting Up Your Computer If you do not know which type of connection to complete the setup. The Connect to the Internet window appears. 4 Click either Broadband (PPPoE) or Dial-up, depending on the screen to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 5... a provided ISP desktop shortcut: 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Double-click the ISP icon on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. 3 Follow the instructions on how you will use a DSL, satellite modem, cable TV modem, or Bluetooth wireless technology connection. • Chose ...
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... system "wizards" to help you purchase a cable separately, ensure 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...Information to a New Computer You can use your printer and computer. Follow the instructions provided on the screen by the Windows Easy Transfer wizard. For instructions, see the following section that corresponds to the printer owner's manual or contact the printer manufacturer.
... system "wizards" to help you purchase a cable separately, ensure 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...Information to a New Computer You can use your printer and computer. Follow the instructions provided on the screen by the Windows Easy Transfer wizard. For instructions, see the following section that corresponds to the printer owner's manual or contact the printer manufacturer.
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...Windows® operating system shutdown rather than by pressing the power button. If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your display, see "Using the Keyboard and Touchpad" on page 37. Press the Dell.... 26 About Your Computer D E L L M E D I A D I C R O P H O N E S - NOTICE: To avoid losing data, turn on the computer or exit a power management mode (see "Using Dell MediaDirect™" on page 46). D U A L D I G I T A L M I R E C T ™ B U T T O N - For more information about the keyboard, see "Using the Display" on ...
...Windows® operating system shutdown rather than by pressing the power button. If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your display, see "Using the Keyboard and Touchpad" on page 37. Press the Dell.... 26 About Your Computer D E L L M E D I A D I C R O P H O N E S - NOTICE: To avoid losing data, turn on the computer or exit a power management mode (see "Using Dell MediaDirect™" on page 46). D U A L D I G I T A L M I R E C T ™ B U T T O N - For more information about the keyboard, see "Using the Display" on ...
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Key Combinations System Functions Display Functions Opens the Task Manager window. Decreases brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external monitor). and up-arrow key and down-arrow key Battery Displays icons ... keypad, press again. Using the Keyboard and Touchpad 37 Increases brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external monitor). Displays the Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter (see "Dell QuickSet Battery Meter" on an external keyboard. • To enable the keypad, press . The 9 light indicates that option. Using the ...
Key Combinations System Functions Display Functions Opens the Task Manager window. Decreases brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external monitor). and up-arrow key and down-arrow key Battery Displays icons ... keypad, press again. Using the Keyboard and Touchpad 37 Increases brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external monitor). Displays the Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter (see "Dell QuickSet Battery Meter" on an external keyboard. • To enable the keypad, press . The 9 light indicates that option. Using the ...
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Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions Windows logo key and Windows logo key and Windows logo key and Windows logo key and Windows logo key and Windows logo key and Windows logo key and Windows logo key and Minimizes all minimized windows. Opens the System Properties dialog box. 3D Windows Flip on page 46). For more information about Dell QuickSet key combinations...
Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions Windows logo key and Windows logo key and Windows logo key and Windows logo key and Windows logo key and Windows logo key and Windows logo key and Windows logo key and Minimizes all minimized windows. Opens the System Properties dialog box. 3D Windows Flip on page 46). For more information about Dell QuickSet key combinations...
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Customizing the Touch Pad You can use the Mouse Properties window to disable the touch pad or adjust the touch pad settings. 1 Click Start , and then click Control Panel. 2 Click Hardware and Sound. 3 Click Mouse. 4 In the Mouse Properties window: • Click the Device Select tab to disable the touch pad. • Click the Touch Pad tab to adjust touch pad settings. 5 Click OK to save the settings and close the window. 40 Using the Keyboard and Touchpad
Customizing the Touch Pad You can use the Mouse Properties window to disable the touch pad or adjust the touch pad settings. 1 Click Start , and then click Control Panel. 2 Click Hardware and Sound. 3 Click Mouse. 4 In the Mouse Properties window: • Click the Device Select tab to disable the touch pad. • Click the Touch Pad tab to adjust touch pad settings. 5 Click OK to save the settings and close the window. 40 Using the Keyboard and Touchpad
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...one not supported by adjusting display resolution. In contrast, lower resolution causes text and images to appear larger and can benefit people with your Dell-installed operating system. NOTE: For additional instructions, click How do I get the best display? 42 Using the Display To set the ... by your display: 1 Click Start → Control Panel. 2 Under Appearance and Personalization, click Adjust screen resolution. 3 In the Display Settings window, under Resolution, move the slide bar to the left or right to the previous settings if needed. As you can enhance the legibility of text...
...one not supported by adjusting display resolution. In contrast, lower resolution causes text and images to appear larger and can benefit people with your Dell-installed operating system. NOTE: For additional instructions, click How do I get the best display? 42 Using the Display To set the ... by your display: 1 Click Start → Control Panel. 2 Under Appearance and Personalization, click Adjust screen resolution. 3 In the Display Settings window, under Resolution, move the slide bar to the left or right to the previous settings if needed. As you can enhance the legibility of text...
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Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell warranty for information about accessing Windows Power Options Properties which it is used, you may not be fully charged, use the AC adapter to an electrical outlet the first time... that you perform operations including, but not limited to media. One battery is fully charged. Operating time is significantly reduced when you connect your Dell™ portable computer with the AC adapter until the battery is supplied as complex 3D graphics applications. • Running the computer in maximum performance...
Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell warranty for information about accessing Windows Power Options Properties which it is used, you may not be fully charged, use the AC adapter to an electrical outlet the first time... that you perform operations including, but not limited to media. One battery is fully charged. Operating time is significantly reduced when you connect your Dell™ portable computer with the AC adapter until the battery is supplied as complex 3D graphics applications. • Running the computer in maximum performance...
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...the following methods: • Dell QuickSet Battery Meter • Microsoft Windows battery meter icon located in the notification area • Battery charge/health gauge located on the 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...
...the following methods: • Dell QuickSet Battery Meter • Microsoft Windows battery meter icon located in the notification area • Battery charge/health gauge located on the 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...
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... and discharge cycles, batteries lose some charge capacity-or battery health. For example, if the battery has 80 percent of times it is in Dell QuickSet. Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter The battery meter indicates the remaining battery charge. After hundreds of the total battery charge. Check the Battery Health NOTE...
... and discharge cycles, batteries lose some charge capacity-or battery health. For example, if the battery has 80 percent of times it is in Dell QuickSet. Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter The battery meter indicates the remaining battery charge. After hundreds of the total battery charge. Check the Battery Health NOTE...
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...wizard, right-click the QuickSet icon in the notification area, click Help, and then select Power Management. • To use Dell QuickSet or Windows Power Options to configure the power management settings on your work immediately after a low-battery warning, then connect the computer to an... by the number of times the battery is used and recharged. • Configure the power management settings using either Dell QuickSet or Microsoft Windows Power Options to an electrical outlet when possible; The computer enters hibernate mode when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent...
...wizard, right-click the QuickSet icon in the notification area, click Help, and then select Power Management. • To use Dell QuickSet or Windows Power Options to configure the power management settings on your work immediately after a low-battery warning, then connect the computer to an... by the number of times the battery is used and recharged. • Configure the power management settings using either Dell QuickSet or Microsoft Windows Power Options to an electrical outlet when possible; The computer enters hibernate mode when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent...
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Close the display. - Charging the Battery When you set the power management options in the Windows Power Options or Dell QuickSet, use the Sleep power state to conserve power. The battery is connected to continue charging the battery. If the battery is hot from the ...
Close the display. - Charging the Battery When you set the power management options in the Windows Power Options or Dell QuickSet, use the Sleep power state to conserve power. The battery is connected to continue charging the battery. If the battery is hot from the ...