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...the written permission of Microsoft Corporation in trademarks and trade names other countries; Dell Inc. Model PP28L September 2008 P/N RU335 Rev. is used in the U.S. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are trademarks of data and tells you make better use of the Blu... countries; Intel is a registered trademark and Core is a registered trademark owned by Dell under license. Bluetooth is a trademark of Intel Corporation in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, YOURS IS HERE, XPS, Wi-Fi Catcher, and Dell MediaDirect are either the entities claiming the marks...
...the written permission of Microsoft Corporation in trademarks and trade names other countries; Dell Inc. Model PP28L September 2008 P/N RU335 Rev. is used in the U.S. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are trademarks of data and tells you make better use of the Blu... countries; Intel is a registered trademark and Core is a registered trademark owned by Dell under license. Bluetooth is a trademark of Intel Corporation in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, YOURS IS HERE, XPS, Wi-Fi Catcher, and Dell MediaDirect are either the entities claiming the marks...
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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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... hints - Frequently asked questions, hot topics, and general health of your computing environment The Dell Support Utility is located in the Microsoft® Windows® taskbar. Dell QuickSet Help To view Dell QuickSet Help, right-click the QuickSet icon in the lower-right corner of your problem.... Utility from the icon on your screen. 16 Finding Information For more information, see "Dell Support Center" on page 93. • How to use Microsoft Windows Vista™ Windows Help and Support • How to work with programs and files 1 Click Start → Help and Support. ...
... hints - Frequently asked questions, hot topics, and general health of your computing environment The Dell Support Utility is located in the Microsoft® Windows® taskbar. Dell QuickSet Help To view Dell QuickSet Help, right-click the QuickSet icon in the lower-right corner of your problem.... Utility from the icon on your screen. 16 Finding Information For more information, see "Dell Support Center" on page 93. • How to use Microsoft Windows Vista™ Windows Help and Support • How to work with programs and files 1 Click Start → Help and Support. ...
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... reinstall drivers for the devices that came with your computer. To reinstall your computer. After you ordered. Finding Information 17 See "Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System" on the operating system you reinstall your operating system, use the Operating System media.
... reinstall drivers for the devices that came with your computer. To reinstall your computer. After you ordered. Finding Information 17 See "Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System" on the operating system you reinstall your operating system, use the Operating System media.
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... Internet, but have a service outage. If you do not have an ISP icon on how you want to the Internet. The Connect to the Internet window appears. 4 Click either Broadband (PPPoE) or Dial-up, depending on your desktop or if you want to set up an Internet connection with a different ISP... can help you get one. 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 the screen to complete the setup. If you will use the setup information provided by your ISP to the...
... Internet, but have a service outage. If you do not have an ISP icon on how you want to the Internet. The Connect to the Internet window appears. 4 Click either Broadband (PPPoE) or Dial-up, depending on your desktop or if you want to set up an Internet connection with a different ISP... can help you get one. 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 the screen to complete the setup. If you will use the setup information provided by your ISP to the...
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...from an old computer to a new computer. See the documentation 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 ... to the computer. • Load paper and install the toner or ink cartridge. Follow the instructions provided on the screen by the Windows Easy Transfer wizard. Setting Up Your Computer 21 Setting Up a Printer NOTICE: Complete the operating system setup before you purchased your printer ...
...from an old computer to a new computer. See the documentation 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 ... to the computer. • Load paper and install the toner or ink cartridge. Follow the instructions provided on the screen by the Windows Easy Transfer wizard. Setting Up Your Computer 21 Setting Up a Printer NOTICE: Complete the operating system setup before you purchased your printer ...
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... by performing a Microsoft® Windows® operating system shutdown rather than by pressing the power button. NOTICE: To avoid losing data, turn on the computer or exit a power management mode (see "Using Dell MediaDirect™" on page 58)....keyboard 8 8-in-1 memory card reader 10 audio connectors 12 touch pad buttons 14 Dell MediaDirect button 16 dual digital microphones C A M E R A I N D I C R O P H O N E S - D I R E C T ™ B U T T O N - Press the power button to launch Dell MediaDirect (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 37. For more information about...
... by performing a Microsoft® Windows® operating system shutdown rather than by pressing the power button. NOTICE: To avoid losing data, turn on the computer or exit a power management mode (see "Using Dell MediaDirect™" on page 58)....keyboard 8 8-in-1 memory card reader 10 audio connectors 12 touch pad buttons 14 Dell MediaDirect button 16 dual digital microphones C A M E R A I N D I C R O P H O N E S - D I R E C T ™ B U T T O N - Press the power button to launch Dell MediaDirect (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 37. For more information about...
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...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 monitor). The 9 light indicates that option. Using the Keyboard and Touchpad ...37 Key Combinations System Functions Display Functions Opens the Task Manager window. Decreases brightness on the integrated display only (not on an ...
...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 monitor). The 9 light indicates that option. Using the Keyboard and Touchpad ...37 Key Combinations System Functions Display Functions Opens the Task Manager window. Decreases brightness on the integrated display only (not on an ...
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... key combinations, right-click the QuickSet icon in the Power Options Properties window (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on Windows Vista Dell™ QuickSet Key Combinations If Dell QuickSet is connected to restore minimized windows following the use other shortcut keys for functions such as the character repeat rate: 1 Click Start , and then click Control...
... key combinations, right-click the QuickSet icon in the Power Options Properties window (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on Windows Vista Dell™ QuickSet Key Combinations If Dell QuickSet is connected to restore minimized windows following the use other shortcut keys for functions such as the character repeat rate: 1 Click Start , and then click Control...
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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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... to one not supported by adjusting display resolution. To set the display resolution and refresh rate for your Dell-installed operating system. To display a program at support.dell.com. In contrast, lower resolution causes text and images to decrease/increase the screen resolution. You can ... with 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 appear larger and can change any of the display settings, make a note...
... to one not supported by adjusting display resolution. To set the display resolution and refresh rate for your Dell-installed operating system. To display a program at support.dell.com. In contrast, lower resolution causes text and images to decrease/increase the screen resolution. You can ... with 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 appear larger and can change any of the display settings, make a note...
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...adapter to connect your new computer to an electrical outlet the first time you may need to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your Dell™ portable computer with the AC adapter until the battery is fully charged. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery ... depending on operating conditions. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell warranty for your computer, see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 46 for information about accessing Windows Power Options Properties which it is used, you use the computer. One battery is ...
...adapter to connect your new computer to an electrical outlet the first time you may need to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your Dell™ portable computer with the AC adapter until the battery is fully charged. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery ... depending on operating conditions. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell warranty for your computer, see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 46 for information about accessing Windows Power Options Properties which it is used, you use the computer. One battery is ...
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... 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 Product Information Guide). CAUTION: Do not dispose of fire or chemical...
... 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 Product Information Guide). CAUTION: Do not dispose of fire or chemical...
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... Battery Meter in good condition, and more information about QuickSet, right-click the QuickSet icon in the notification area. Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter The battery meter indicates the remaining battery charge. Each light represents incremental degradation. Check the Battery Health NOTE: ...You can check battery health in one of times it is in Dell QuickSet. Using a Battery 45 If no charge. If five lights appear, less than 80 percent of charged, but maintain a reduced ...
... Battery Meter in good condition, and more information about QuickSet, right-click the QuickSet icon in the notification area. Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter The battery meter indicates the remaining battery charge. Each light represents incremental degradation. Check the Battery Health NOTE: ...You can check battery health in one of times it is in Dell QuickSet. Using a Battery 45 If no charge. If five lights appear, less than 80 percent of charged, but maintain a reduced ...
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...the notification area, click Help, and then select Power Management. • To use the Dell QuickSet Power Management wizard, right-click the QuickSet icon in Dell QuickSet or the Power Options window. Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Power Options, and ...is approximately 90 percent depleted. or - battery life is used and recharged. • Configure the power management settings using either Dell QuickSet or Microsoft Windows Power Options to an electrical outlet. Click the icon in the notification area, click Power Options, and then select a plan...
...the notification area, click Help, and then select Power Management. • To use the Dell QuickSet Power Management wizard, right-click the QuickSet icon in Dell QuickSet or the Power Options window. Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Power Options, and ...is approximately 90 percent depleted. or - battery life is used and recharged. • Configure the power management settings using either Dell QuickSet or Microsoft Windows Power Options to an electrical outlet. Click the icon in the notification area, click Power Options, and then select a plan...
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Press . 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. Disconnect the computer from being used in your computer or being in Sleep state, it may ...
Press . 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. Disconnect the computer from being used in your computer or being in Sleep state, it may ...