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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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...order status, and warranty and repair information • Service and support - may vary depending on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers • Downloads - Contact information, service call status, support history, service contract, and online discussions ...• Community - Proactive e-mail notification of your computer • Reference - Finding Information 15 Online discussion with support • Dell Technical Update Service - If To download Notebook System Software: you should also reinstall Drivers & Downloads. The software 2 Enter your ...
...order status, and warranty and repair information • Service and support - may vary depending on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers • Downloads - Contact information, service call status, support history, service contract, and online discussions ...• Community - Proactive e-mail notification of your computer • Reference - Finding Information 15 Online discussion with support • Dell Technical Update Service - If To download Notebook System Software: you should also reinstall Drivers & Downloads. The software 2 Enter your ...
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D E L L W I R V E N T - Push this button to scan specifically for networks - Flashing blue: Searching for wireless networks in your computer in the air vents. Off: No signal found Back View 1 2 1 battery 2 air vent A I - Fan ... orange: Weak network found - The computer uses an internal fan to accumulate in a low-airflow environment, such as follows: - Do not store your vicinity (see "Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator" on the fan when the computer gets hot. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire.The...
D E L L W I R V E N T - Push this button to scan specifically for networks - Flashing blue: Searching for wireless networks in your computer in the air vents. Off: No signal found Back View 1 2 1 battery 2 air vent A I - Fan ... orange: Weak network found - The computer uses an internal fan to accumulate in a low-airflow environment, such as follows: - Do not store your vicinity (see "Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator" on the fan when the computer gets hot. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire.The...
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... may be installed. You can benefit people with your Dell-installed operating system. NOTE: Use only the Dell-provided video drivers, which are available on the Drivers and Utilities CD (optional) or via the web at a specific resolution, both the video card and the display must ... for your computer and display. Before you change the resolution to offer the best performance with vision impairments. To display a program at support.dell.com. If you increase resolution, items appear smaller on the screen by your display: 1 Click Start → Control Panel. 2 Under ...
... may be installed. You can benefit people with your Dell-installed operating system. NOTE: Use only the Dell-provided video drivers, which are available on the Drivers and Utilities CD (optional) or via the web at a specific resolution, both the video card and the display must ... for your computer and display. Before you change the resolution to offer the best performance with vision impairments. To display a program at support.dell.com. If you increase resolution, items appear smaller on the screen by your display: 1 Click Start → Control Panel. 2 Under ...
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For more information about camera features, see "Specifications" on . Using the Camera 69 NOTE: It is normal for the camera to feel warm to communicate visually and verbally with other computer users. The ...
For more information about camera features, see "Specifications" on . Using the Camera 69 NOTE: It is normal for the camera to feel warm to communicate visually and verbally with other computer users. The ...
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... wireless communications, multimedia and security features. blanks from dust and other computers may not fit your computer. Remove the blank before installing an ExpressCard. See "Specifications" on supported ExpressCards. ExpressCards support two form factors: • ExpressCard/34 (34 mm wide) • ExpressCard/54 (54 mm wide in an L-shape with a plastic...
... wireless communications, multimedia and security features. blanks from dust and other computers may not fit your computer. Remove the blank before installing an ExpressCard. See "Specifications" on supported ExpressCards. ExpressCards support two form factors: • ExpressCard/34 (34 mm wide) • ExpressCard/54 (54 mm wide in an L-shape with a plastic...
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..., you have been shipped with your computer. Setting Up a New WLAN Using a Wireless Router and a Broadband Modem 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about the wireless network card: 1 Right-click the name of the Control Panel. 3 Double-click Device Manager. Install the required software according to the...
..., you have been shipped with your computer. Setting Up a New WLAN Using a Wireless Router and a Broadband Modem 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about the wireless network card: 1 Right-click the name of the Control Panel. 3 Double-click Device Manager. Install the required software according to the...
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...For specific information about how to prepare for more information about the wireless configuration utility installed on your computer, see your wireless network documentation in the Windows Help and Support Center (see "Checking Your Wireless Network Card" on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com... in "Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN)" on page 76. Setting Up and Using Networks 79 Your wireless network card requires specific software and drivers for which wireless configuration utility is installed in your wireless network card in the lower-right corner of the ...
...For specific information about how to prepare for more information about the wireless configuration utility installed on your computer, see your wireless network documentation in the Windows Help and Support Center (see "Checking Your Wireless Network Card" on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com... in "Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN)" on page 76. Setting Up and Using Networks 79 Your wireless network card requires specific software and drivers for which wireless configuration utility is installed in your wireless network card in the lower-right corner of the ...
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... page 71. • An activated Mobile Broadband ExpressCard or activated Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) for your service provider • The Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility (already installed on your computer if you purchased the card when you purchased your computer, or on the media... separately from your computer) If the utility is corrupted or deleted from your computer configuration, see the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility user's guide in a specific geographical location, that accompanied your card if you purchased it separately from your computer, see one of configurations...
... page 71. • An activated Mobile Broadband ExpressCard or activated Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) for your service provider • The Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility (already installed on your computer if you purchased the card when you purchased your computer, or on the media... separately from your computer) If the utility is corrupted or deleted from your computer configuration, see the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility user's guide in a specific geographical location, that accompanied your card if you purchased it separately from your computer, see one of configurations...
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...hour or more thorough check of common symptoms and allows you select Test System to run a more and periodically requires your part. Tests a specific device in the computer. NOTE: It is recommended that you select Extended Test from the main menu, the following menu appears. Option Express Test... selected the Test System option from the menu to 20 minutes and requires no interaction on the symptom of system devices. Dell Diagnostics Main Menu After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for the option you want . Option Test Memory Test...
...hour or more thorough check of common symptoms and allows you select Test System to run a more and periodically requires your part. Tests a specific device in the computer. NOTE: It is recommended that you select Extended Test from the main menu, the following menu appears. Option Express Test... selected the Test System option from the menu to 20 minutes and requires no interaction on the symptom of system devices. Dell Diagnostics Main Menu After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for the option you want . Option Test Memory Test...
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... test and any problem encountered during a test, a message appears with Dell Support Center. Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center provides service, support and system-specific information. For more information about Dell Support Center and available support tools, click the Services tab at the ...top of all the components installed on the screen. When contacting Dell support, have your hardware configuration for...
... test and any problem encountered during a test, a message appears with Dell Support Center. Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center provides service, support and system-specific information. For more information about Dell Support Center and available support tools, click the Services tab at the ...top of all the components installed on the screen. When contacting Dell support, have your hardware configuration for...
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...-time, technical support • Dell support contact information including e-mail and online chat addresses as well as telephone numbers • Resources specific to use your Service Tag, additional details about your computer, such as , Dell Support 3, Dell PC Tune-Up, Dell PC CheckUp, and Network Assistant ...• DellConnect for your Service Tag, Dell can link you to June 26, 2007, ...
...-time, technical support • Dell support contact information including e-mail and online chat addresses as well as telephone numbers • Resources specific to use your Service Tag, additional details about your computer, such as , Dell Support 3, Dell PC Tune-Up, Dell PC CheckUp, and Network Assistant ...• DellConnect for your Service Tag, Dell can link you to June 26, 2007, ...
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To use this service, you can work with Dell's associate during the troubleshooting session. Dell Network Assistant Designed specifically for a fee through an Internet connection, diagnose your problem and repair it. The associate works with a Dell associate: 1 Click the Dell Support Center icon on your computer's desktop. 2 Click Self Help→ Network / Internet→ Network Management...
To use this service, you can work with Dell's associate during the troubleshooting session. Dell Network Assistant Designed specifically for a fee through an Internet connection, diagnose your problem and repair it. The associate works with a Dell associate: 1 Click the Dell Support Center icon on your computer's desktop. 2 Click Self Help→ Network / Internet→ Network Management...
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... a CD. Try copying the file to fit on page 89). HA R D - H A R D - Shut down the computer, remove the hard drive (see "Dell Diagnostics" on the disk, or the disk is usually followed by specific information-for example, Printer out of paper. If the problem persists, try another drive. The message is full. D I S K D R I V E R E A D F A I V E - The...
... a CD. Try copying the file to fit on page 89). HA R D - H A R D - Shut down the computer, remove the hard drive (see "Dell Diagnostics" on the disk, or the disk is usually followed by specific information-for example, Printer out of paper. If the problem persists, try another drive. The message is full. D I S K D R I V E R E A D F A I V E - The...
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.... Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the battery. If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 169). D A Y N O T S E T - T H E D E V I C E I L E D - SHUTDOWN FAILURE - If the problem persists, try again. If the message reappears, contact Dell (see "Using the System Setup Program" on page 89). OF -D A Y CLOCK STOPPED - O F - TI M E R C H I P C O U N T E R 2 F A I S N O T R E A D Y - U N E X P E C T E D I N T E R R ...Contacting Dell" on the system board may require recharging. The operating system cannot find a specific track...
.... Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the battery. If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 169). D A Y N O T S E T - T H E D E V I C E I L E D - SHUTDOWN FAILURE - If the problem persists, try again. If the message reappears, contact Dell (see "Using the System Setup Program" on page 89). OF -D A Y CLOCK STOPPED - O F - TI M E R C H I P C O U N T E R 2 F A I S N O T R E A D Y - U N E X P E C T E D I N T E R R ...Contacting Dell" on the system board may require recharging. The operating system cannot find a specific track...
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... 1 Slide the keyboard cable connector into the slot until it prior to do so could result in the Product Information Guide. See "Specifications" on page 159 for your computer warranty. NOTICE: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module ...for information on the memory supported by installing memory modules on the back of the computer. Failure to removing the memory module from Dell are fragile, easily dislodged, and timeconsuming to replace. Removing the Memory Module NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using...
... 1 Slide the keyboard cable connector into the slot until it prior to do so could result in the Product Information Guide. See "Specifications" on page 159 for your computer warranty. NOTICE: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module ...for information on the memory supported by installing memory modules on the back of the computer. Failure to removing the memory module from Dell are fragile, easily dislodged, and timeconsuming to replace. Removing the Memory Module NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using...
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...) 533 MHz (Intel® Celeron®) 800/667 MHz (Intel Core 2 processor) 800 MHz (Intel 45 nm Core 2 processor) Mobile Intel 965PM 64 bits dual-channel (2) 64-bit buses 32 bits 2 MB PCI-E X16 32 bits x16 Specifications 159 For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start , click Help and...
...) 533 MHz (Intel® Celeron®) 800/667 MHz (Intel Core 2 processor) 800 MHz (Intel 45 nm Core 2 processor) Mobile Intel 965PM 64 bits dual-channel (2) 64-bit buses 32 bits 2 MB PCI-E X16 32 bits x16 Specifications 159 For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start , click Help and...
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... order to take advantage of the dual channel bandwidth capability, both memory slots must match in some memory is designed only for system files. 160 Specifications
... order to take advantage of the dual channel bandwidth capability, both memory slots must match in some memory is designed only for system files. 160 Specifications
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... for your computer, see "Front View" on page 25. Video type 1: discrete video card Data bus PCI Express X16 Video controller nVIDIA GeForce 8400M GS Specifications 161 To determine the configuration of purchase. Ports and Connectors Audio IEEE 1394a Consumer IR Mini-Card HDMI connector Network adapter S-Video TV-out USB...
... for your computer, see "Front View" on page 25. Video type 1: discrete video card Data bus PCI Express X16 Video controller nVIDIA GeForce 8400M GS Specifications 161 To determine the configuration of purchase. Ports and Connectors Audio IEEE 1394a Consumer IR Mini-Card HDMI connector Network adapter S-Video TV-out USB...
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... 4 ohms program menus and media control buttons 15.4-inch WXGA TrueLife 15.4-inch WXGA+ TrueLife 15.4-inch WLED WXGA+ TrueLife 15.4-inch WSXGA+ TrueLife 162 Specifications
... 4 ohms program menus and media control buttons 15.4-inch WXGA TrueLife 15.4-inch WXGA+ TrueLife 15.4-inch WLED WXGA+ TrueLife 15.4-inch WSXGA+ TrueLife 162 Specifications