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Removing Applications From Your Computer . . . . . 123 Windows Vista 123 Windows XP 123 Ending an Application When it Does not Respond 124 10 Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) . . . . 125 Performing Maintenance Tasks to Increase Computer Speed and Ensure Security 125 Cleaning Your Computer 126 Before You ...
Removing Applications From Your Computer . . . . . 123 Windows Vista 123 Windows XP 123 Ending an Application When it Does not Respond 124 10 Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) . . . . 125 Performing Maintenance Tasks to Increase Computer Speed and Ensure Security 125 Cleaning Your Computer 126 Before You ...
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...8226; RAID level 5 is a disk storage configuration that increases performance or data redundancy. For information about these levels, see support.dell.com. For Windows® XP: Click Start → My Computer. 2 Right-click Local Disk (C:). 3 Click Properties→ Tools→ Check Now. FOR...data. The number of hard drives required varies depending on the computer, click Continue; NOTE: The User Account Control window may support other RAID levels (5, 10, 50). Working with RAID A redundant array of data integrity. • RAID level 0+1 is recommended for and ...
...8226; RAID level 5 is a disk storage configuration that increases performance or data redundancy. For information about these levels, see support.dell.com. For Windows® XP: Click Start → My Computer. 2 Right-click Local Disk (C:). 3 Click Properties→ Tools→ Check Now. FOR...data. The number of hard drives required varies depending on the computer, click Continue; NOTE: The User Account Control window may support other RAID levels (5, 10, 50). Working with RAID A redundant array of data integrity. • RAID level 0+1 is recommended for and ...
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...for each RAID array varies, depending on the selected drives in the RAID array. The Clear disk data prompt appears. The Array Detail window appears. The Array List window appears. 9 To review the details of drives supported in each disk you want to keep before continuing. 8 Press to highlight the ...array in the RAID array and then use the arrow keys to select the array and press . 10 Press to return to the previous screen. ...
...for each RAID array varies, depending on the selected drives in the RAID array. The Clear disk data prompt appears. The Array Detail window appears. The Array List window appears. 9 To review the details of drives supported in each disk you want to keep before continuing. 8 Press to highlight the ...array in the RAID array and then use the arrow keys to select the array and press . 10 Press to return to the previous screen. ...
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... RAID drives will be lost. 1 Set your RAID level 0 volume, follow the above step after selecting the third hard drive. 6 In the Specify Volume Size window, click the Volume Size desired, and then click Next. 7 Click Finish to create the volume, or click Back to RAID-Enabled Mode" on page 87...- The selected hard drives appear in your RAID level 0 volume, and then click the right arrow. 5 Select a second hard drive to select Exit and press . 10 Install the operating system (see an Actions menu option, you have not yet set your computer to RAID-enabled mode. 3 On the Actions menu, select...
... RAID drives will be lost. 1 Set your RAID level 0 volume, follow the above step after selecting the third hard drive. 6 In the Specify Volume Size window, click the Volume Size desired, and then click Next. 7 Click Finish to create the volume, or click Back to RAID-Enabled Mode" on page 87...- The selected hard drives appear in your RAID level 0 volume, and then click the right arrow. 5 Select a second hard drive to select Exit and press . 10 Install the operating system (see an Actions menu option, you have not yet set your computer to RAID-enabled mode. 3 On the Actions menu, select...
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... want to use, and then click the right arrow. 7 Click a second hard drive until two drives appear in the Selected window, and then click Next. 8 In the Specify Volume Size window, select the Volume Size desired and click Next. 9 Click Finish to create the volume, or click Back to make changes.... 10 Follow the Microsoft Windows procedures for your computer). 1 Turn on or restart your computer to RAID-enabled mode (see the appropriate "Drives" section for creating a partition on the new...
... want to use, and then click the right arrow. 7 Click a second hard drive until two drives appear in the Selected window, and then click Next. 8 In the Specify Volume Size window, select the Volume Size desired and click Next. 9 Click Finish to create the volume, or click Back to make changes.... 10 Follow the Microsoft Windows procedures for your computer). 1 Turn on or restart your computer to RAID-enabled mode (see the appropriate "Drives" section for creating a partition on the new...
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... want to back up files and folders to a tape. 6 In Backup media or file name, do one of the following : • If you are backing up files and folders to a file, type a... and then clicking Options. 8 When you have finished setting advanced backup options, click OK. 10 Click Start Backup to start the backup process. 118 Files and Folders Running Backup When the ...and folders to a file. The wizard will take you through the options and then start the backup operation. Windows XP 1 Click Start Backup. → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools → 2 Click...
... want to back up files and folders to a tape. 6 In Backup media or file name, do one of the following : • If you are backing up files and folders to a file, type a... and then clicking Options. 8 When you have finished setting advanced backup options, click OK. 10 Click Start Backup to start the backup process. 118 Files and Folders Running Backup When the ...and folders to a file. The wizard will take you through the options and then start the backup operation. Windows XP 1 Click Start Backup. → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools → 2 Click...
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... 10 minutes. 1 Click Start → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools → Disk Defragmenter. Defragmenting Your Hard Drive You can improve the performance of a file that are fragmented into one location. NOTE: If you need to retrieve the complete file. The Disk Defragmenter window ...on the disk. Disk Defragmenter combines all the parts of a file and open more quickly. Before defragmenting the hard drive, Windows analyzes the disk to determine if you perform this procedure regularly, the defragmenting process should perform this procedure at least once a ...
... 10 minutes. 1 Click Start → All Programs → Accessories → System Tools → Disk Defragmenter. Defragmenting Your Hard Drive You can improve the performance of a file that are fragmented into one location. NOTE: If you need to retrieve the complete file. The Disk Defragmenter window ...on the disk. Disk Defragmenter combines all the parts of a file and open more quickly. Before defragmenting the hard drive, Windows analyzes the disk to determine if you perform this procedure regularly, the defragmenting process should perform this procedure at least once a ...
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... 210 and "Enabling S/PDIF Digital Audio in the Display Properties menu) to set up the TV (which is represented as the 2nd monitor in the Windows Audio Driver" on page 239 10 Set up .
... 210 and "Enabling S/PDIF Digital Audio in the Display Properties menu) to set up the TV (which is represented as the 2nd monitor in the Windows Audio Driver" on page 239 10 Set up .
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...allowed for any user account. Passwords Anyone can log on your computer. Passwords can be assigned to his own account, with at least a 10-character combination that includes alphabetic, numeric, and special characters adds a level of security to your computer. The stronger your password, the more... about assigning users to groups, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. To see how much each person uses the computer. Passwords with restrictions placed...
...allowed for any user account. Passwords Anyone can log on your computer. Passwords can be assigned to his own account, with at least a 10-character combination that includes alphabetic, numeric, and special characters adds a level of security to your computer. The stronger your password, the more... about assigning users to groups, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. To see how much each person uses the computer. Passwords with restrictions placed...
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...Windows. Windows XP...N T E R N E T - If the error message is 3 meters (10 feet) or more in length, try a shorter one. E N S U R E T H A T Y O U A R... E C O N N E C T E D T O T H E I L E W A S N O T F O U N D - For additional safety best practices information, see the documentation for your Internet service provider. For help, contact your modem→ Properties → Diagnostics→ Query Modem to open , click File. The program that you are trying to verify that is not listed, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell...
...Windows. Windows XP...N T E R N E T - If the error message is 3 meters (10 feet) or more in length, try a shorter one. E N S U R E T H A T Y O U A R... E C O N N E C T E D T O T H E I L E W A S N O T F O U N D - For additional safety best practices information, see the documentation for your Internet service provider. For help, contact your modem→ Properties → Diagnostics→ Query Modem to open , click File. The program that you are trying to verify that is not listed, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell...
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... system environments. 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Programs and Features→ Use an older program with this version of Windows. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on a CD or DVD. If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program...screen. A Program Stops Responding END THE PROGRAM - 1 Press simultaneously to access the Task Manager. 2 Click the Applications tab. 3 Click to 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for Laptop Computers" on your keyboard or...
... system environments. 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Programs and Features→ Use an older program with this version of Windows. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on a CD or DVD. If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program...screen. A Program Stops Responding END THE PROGRAM - 1 Press simultaneously to access the Task Manager. 2 Click the Applications tab. 3 Click to 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for Laptop Computers" on your keyboard or...
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...see if that resolves the problem. 294 Troubleshooting If you are unable to 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your mouse, press... C O M P U T E R O F F - See the software documentation for at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. See "Contacting Dell" on your keyboard or moving your computer. Other Software Problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER... and close any open programs you are not using to run the software. Windows XP The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in this section...
...see if that resolves the problem. 294 Troubleshooting If you are unable to 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your mouse, press... C O M P U T E R O F F - See the software documentation for at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. See "Contacting Dell" on your keyboard or moving your computer. Other Software Problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER... and close any open programs you are not using to run the software. Windows XP The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in this section...
Setup Guide
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... and Mouse 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 8 Connect the Power Cable 9 Press the Computer Power Button 10 Windows Vista® Setup 11 Set Up Media Center (For Use With Optional TV Tuner 12 Using Your XPS One 18 Front View Features 18 Left Side Features 20 Back Panel Connectors 22 Wireless Keyboard 24 Using... or Mouse Problems 31 Solving Problems 31 Network Problems 32 Power Problems 33 Memory Problems 34 Lockups and Software Problems 35 Using Support Tools 38 Dell Support Center 38 Beep Codes 38 System Messages 39 Hardware Troubleshooter 40...
... and Mouse 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 8 Connect the Power Cable 9 Press the Computer Power Button 10 Windows Vista® Setup 11 Set Up Media Center (For Use With Optional TV Tuner 12 Using Your XPS One 18 Front View Features 18 Left Side Features 20 Back Panel Connectors 22 Wireless Keyboard 24 Using... or Mouse Problems 31 Solving Problems 31 Network Problems 32 Power Problems 33 Memory Problems 34 Lockups and Software Problems 35 Using Support Tools 38 Dell Support Center 38 Beep Codes 38 System Messages 39 Hardware Troubleshooter 40...
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... - Turn the computer off . See the software documentation for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system - Follow the instructions on your keyboard or moving your computer. Solving Problems If... a program is compatible with this version of Windows. 2. If you have other software problems - • Back up your files immediately. •...contact the software manufacturer for at least 8 to non-Windows Vista operating system environments. 1. The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it ...
... - Turn the computer off . See the software documentation for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system - Follow the instructions on your keyboard or moving your computer. Solving Problems If... a program is compatible with this version of Windows. 2. If you have other software problems - • Back up your files immediately. •...contact the software manufacturer for at least 8 to non-Windows Vista operating system environments. 1. The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it ...