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... to your computer or advanced technical-reference material for my computer • My computer documentation • My device documentation • Notebook System Software (NSS) Find It Here Drivers and Utilities CD (also known as ResourceCD) NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities...available in your computer. only) • Safety instructions • Regulatory information • Ergonomics information • End User License Agreement NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can use the CD to run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on your computer. Dell™ Product Information...
... to your computer or advanced technical-reference material for my computer • My computer documentation • My device documentation • Notebook System Software (NSS) Find It Here Drivers and Utilities CD (also known as ResourceCD) NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities...available in your computer. only) • Safety instructions • Regulatory information • Ergonomics information • End User License Agreement NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can use the CD to run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on your computer. Dell™ Product Information...
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...Microsoft Windows License These labels are located on the optional Drivers and Utilities CD. The User's Guide is also available on your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact technical support. • Enter the ...Express Service Code • Microsoft Windows License Label Find It Here Dell Latitude™ User's Guide Microsoft® Windows® XP Help and Support Center 1 Click Start→ Help and Support→ Dell User and System Guides→ System Guides. 2 Click the User's Guide for your call when contacting...
...Microsoft Windows License These labels are located on the optional Drivers and Utilities CD. The User's Guide is also available on your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact technical support. • Enter the ...Express Service Code • Microsoft Windows License Label Find It Here Dell Latitude™ User's Guide Microsoft® Windows® XP Help and Support Center 1 Click Start→ Help and Support→ Dell User and System Guides→ System Guides. 2 Click the User's Guide for your call when contacting...
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... self-support information. NSS provides critical segment, and enter your computer. The software automatically detects your computer and NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface may vary operating system and installs the updates appropriate depending on the screen. Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Notebook System Software (NSS) - NSS is an automated upgrade and notification...
... self-support information. NSS provides critical segment, and enter your computer. The software automatically detects your computer and NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface may vary operating system and installs the updates appropriate depending on the screen. Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Notebook System Software (NSS) - NSS is an automated upgrade and notification...
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... the devices that came with your computer. Operating System CD NOTE: The Operating System CD may be optional and may not ship with your computer. NOTE: The color of your operating system, use the Drivers and Utilities CD (ResourceCD) to reinstall my operating system Find It Here Dell QuickSet Help To view Dell QuickSet Help, right-click the icon...
... the devices that came with your computer. Operating System CD NOTE: The Operating System CD may be optional and may not ship with your computer. NOTE: The color of your operating system, use the Drivers and Utilities CD (ResourceCD) to reinstall my operating system Find It Here Dell QuickSet Help To view Dell QuickSet Help, right-click the icon...
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...XP operating system environment. Licensed music and video files have a lock icon next to licensed content is digital content that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" in your computer.... You can access licensed files in some graphics cards to reduce processor requirements when playing DVDs and certain types of the Dell MediaDirect screen to 10 seconds until the computer turns off the Use Hardware Acceleration option. SAVE AND CLOSE ANY OPEN...
...XP operating system environment. Licensed music and video files have a lock icon next to licensed content is digital content that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" in your computer.... You can access licensed files in some graphics cards to reduce processor requirements when playing DVDs and certain types of the Dell MediaDirect screen to 10 seconds until the computer turns off the Use Hardware Acceleration option. SAVE AND CLOSE ANY OPEN...
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... of two ways: • Turn on . R U N T H E D E L L D I A G N O S T I C S - NOTE: If you contact Dell for the keyword spyware. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD is related to scan the computer and remove spyware. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to support.dell.com and search for technical assistance. NOTE: If your...
... of two ways: • Turn on . R U N T H E D E L L D I A G N O S T I C S - NOTE: If you contact Dell for the keyword spyware. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD is related to scan the computer and remove spyware. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to support.dell.com and search for technical assistance. NOTE: If your...
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... next test, press ; On the next start-up, the computer boots according to the devices specified in your computer. 7 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you see "Contacting Dell" in system setup. 3 When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD...that appear. • If a failure is detected, the computer stops and beeps. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities CD 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD. 2 Shut down your system board, keyboard, hard drive, and display. • During...
... next test, press ; On the next start-up, the computer boots according to the devices specified in your computer. 7 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you see "Contacting Dell" in system setup. 3 When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD...that appear. • If a failure is detected, the computer stops and beeps. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities CD 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD. 2 Shut down your system board, keyboard, hard drive, and display. • During...
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...conditions encountered. Tab Results Errors Help Configuration Parameters Function Displays the results of the screen. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for running the Dell Diagnostics from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list... the test by changing the test settings. 4 When the tests are completed, if you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your computer or all devices from the Drivers and Utilities CD, remove the CD. 5 When the tests are running the test. NOTE: The...
...conditions encountered. Tab Results Errors Help Configuration Parameters Function Displays the results of the screen. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for running the Dell Diagnostics from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list... the test by changing the test settings. 4 When the tests are completed, if you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your computer or all devices from the Drivers and Utilities CD, remove the CD. 5 When the tests are running the test. NOTE: The...
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... meter, 15 removing, 17 storing, 18 C CD Operating System, 8 computer crashes, 18-19 slow performance, 20 stops responding, 18 D Dell support site, 7 Dell Diagnostics, 20 Dell MediaDirect problems, 19 diagnostics Dell, 20 Drivers and Utilities CD, 5 documentation device, 5 online, 7 ResourceCD, 5 User's Guide, 6 drivers ResourceCD, 5 Drivers and Utilities CD, 5 F Finding Information, 5 H hardware Dell Diagnostics, 20 L labels Microsoft Windows, 6 Service Tag, 6 O Operating...
... meter, 15 removing, 17 storing, 18 C CD Operating System, 8 computer crashes, 18-19 slow performance, 20 stops responding, 18 D Dell support site, 7 Dell Diagnostics, 20 Dell MediaDirect problems, 19 diagnostics Dell, 20 Drivers and Utilities CD, 5 documentation device, 5 online, 7 ResourceCD, 5 User's Guide, 6 drivers ResourceCD, 5 Drivers and Utilities CD, 5 F Finding Information, 5 H hardware Dell Diagnostics, 20 L labels Microsoft Windows, 6 Service Tag, 6 O Operating...
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R reinstalling Drivers and Utilities CD, 5 ResourceCD, 5 ResourceCD Dell Diagnostics, 20 S safety instructions, 5 Service Tag, 6 software problems, 18-19 spyware, 20 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities CD, 21 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive, 20 system views back, 12 bottom, 13 front, 10 left side, 11 right side, 12 W warranty, 5 Windows XP Program Compatibility Wizard, 18 wizards Program Compatibility Wizard, 18 T troubleshooting Dell Diagnostics, 20 U User's Guide, 6 24 Index
R reinstalling Drivers and Utilities CD, 5 ResourceCD, 5 ResourceCD Dell Diagnostics, 20 S safety instructions, 5 Service Tag, 6 software problems, 18-19 spyware, 20 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities CD, 21 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive, 20 system views back, 12 bottom, 13 front, 10 left side, 11 right side, 12 W warranty, 5 Windows XP Program Compatibility Wizard, 18 wizards Program Compatibility Wizard, 18 T troubleshooting Dell Diagnostics, 20 U User's Guide, 6 24 Index
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...Slide the card into the slot until the card is attached. Check the card orientation and try again. The computer recognizes most PC Cards and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. Place the ExpressCard in its cable, if one is completely seated in the adapter. 2. Removing a Card... or Blank CAUTION: Before you remove it from the computer. Install the ExpressCard with the PC Card. See the instructions ...
...Slide the card into the slot until the card is attached. Check the card orientation and try again. The computer recognizes most PC Cards and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. Place the ExpressCard in its cable, if one is completely seated in the adapter. 2. Removing a Card... or Blank CAUTION: Before you remove it from the computer. Install the ExpressCard with the PC Card. See the instructions ...
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...Dell-installed operating system. Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate To display a program at one time. In pan mode, the entire screen cannot be displayed at a specific resolution, both the graphics card and the display must support the program, and the necessary video drivers... the Display Dell™ Latitude™ D620 User's Guide Adjusting Brightness Switching the Video Image Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate Dual Independent Display Mode Swapping Primary and Secondary Displays Using the Ambient Light Sensor Adjusting Brightness When a Dell™ computer is running ...
...Dell-installed operating system. Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate To display a program at one time. In pan mode, the entire screen cannot be displayed at a specific resolution, both the graphics card and the display must support the program, and the necessary video drivers... the Display Dell™ Latitude™ D620 User's Guide Adjusting Brightness Switching the Video Image Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate Dual Independent Display Mode Swapping Primary and Secondary Displays Using the Ambient Light Sensor Adjusting Brightness When a Dell™ computer is running ...
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... has its own set of your computer. You may need to reinstall the driver or install a new driver. Click Device Manager. 6. Back to Contents Page Reinstalling Software Dell™ Latitude™ D620 User's Guide Drivers Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore Using the Operating System CD NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD and the...
... has its own set of your computer. You may need to reinstall the driver or install a new driver. Click Device Manager. 6. Back to Contents Page Reinstalling Software Dell™ Latitude™ D620 User's Guide Drivers Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore Using the Operating System CD NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD and the...
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Click Device Manager. 6. Click Roll Back Driver. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore to return your computer to the operating state that driver. If using Device Driver Rollback or System Restore does not resolve the problem, then reinstall the driver from the System Model, Operating System, and Topic drop-down menu in the toolbar...
Click Device Manager. 6. Click Roll Back Driver. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore to return your computer to the operating state that driver. If using Device Driver Rollback or System Restore does not resolve the problem, then reinstall the driver from the System Model, Operating System, and Topic drop-down menu in the toolbar...
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...Dell™ computer to an earlier operating state, save and close any open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any files or programs until the system restoration is complete. 1. Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides System...your data files or recover them. Click Next. 7. NOTICE: Make regular backups of the appropriate driver appears, click Next. 10. Restoring the Computer to resolve a hardware conflict on the screen. All calendar dates with available restore points appear in...
...Dell™ computer to an earlier operating state, save and close any open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any files or programs until the system restoration is complete. 1. Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides System...your data files or recover them. Click Next. 7. NOTICE: Make regular backups of the appropriate driver appears, click Next. 10. Restoring the Computer to resolve a hardware conflict on the screen. All calendar dates with available restore points appear in...
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... Performance and Maintenance. 3. Click System. 4. See Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use Windows XP Service Pack 1 (SP1) or later when you reinstall Windows XP. drivers. Therefore, do so. 1. Restart the computer. Before You Begin If you are considering reinstalling the Windows XP operating system to the operating state it...
... Performance and Maintenance. 3. Click System. 4. See Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use Windows XP Service Pack 1 (SP1) or later when you reinstall Windows XP. drivers. Therefore, do so. 1. Restart the computer. Before You Begin If you are considering reinstalling the Windows XP operating system to the operating state it...
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... Information Guide Dell Latitude™ User's Guide Microsoft Windows XP Help and Support Center 1. Click Dell User and System Guides and click System Guides. What Are You Looking For? l Warranty information l Terms and Conditions (U.S. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can use the CD to reinstall drivers (see Dell Diagnostics). l A diagnostic program for my computer l Drivers for technicians or experienced users. Click...
... Information Guide Dell Latitude™ User's Guide Microsoft Windows XP Help and Support Center 1. Click Dell User and System Guides and click System Guides. What Are You Looking For? l Warranty information l Terms and Conditions (U.S. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can use the CD to reinstall drivers (see Dell Diagnostics). l A diagnostic program for my computer l Drivers for technicians or experienced users. Click...
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... system, use Windows XP l How to reinstall drivers for your computer. Certified drivers, patches, and software updates l Notebook System Software (NSS)- NSS is an automated upgrade and notification system installed on your computer. The software automatically detects your computer and operating system and installs the updates appropriate for correct operation of your computing environment The Dell Support Utility is necessary for your Dell computer. Dell...
... system, use Windows XP l How to reinstall drivers for your computer. Certified drivers, patches, and software updates l Notebook System Software (NSS)- NSS is an automated upgrade and notification system installed on your computer. The software automatically detects your computer and operating system and installs the updates appropriate for correct operation of your computing environment The Dell Support Utility is necessary for your Dell computer. Dell...
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...devices to automatically recognize each device attached to the computer. A recordable version of many processor operations. ACPI - AGP delivers a smooth, true-color video image because of water. Advanced Host Controller Interface - ASF - A wireless technology standard for short-range (9 m [29...plug. A CD that serves as system setup. Back to Contents Page Glossary Dell™ Latitude™ D620 User's Guide Terms in this Glossary are provided for informational purposes only and may or may not describe features included with your computer. Also referred to a management ...
...devices to automatically recognize each device attached to the computer. A recordable version of many processor operations. ACPI - AGP delivers a smooth, true-color video image because of water. Advanced Host Controller Interface - ASF - A wireless technology standard for short-range (9 m [29...plug. A CD that serves as system setup. Back to Contents Page Glossary Dell™ Latitude™ D620 User's Guide Terms in this Glossary are provided for informational purposes only and may or may not describe features included with your computer. Also referred to a management ...
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... through an analog telephone line. A technology that allows the operating system to as an extension of memory. An Intel® technology in... CDs) and CD-R (recordable CDs) discs. A user logs on your computer. dual-core - dual display mode - A display setting that can read CDs and DVDs...computational units exist inside a single processor package, thereby increasing computing efficiency and multi-tasking ability. DMA - See APR. A consortium of the IDE interface for testing the accuracy of data between the processor and memory or between the processor and devices. DRAM - driver...
... through an analog telephone line. A technology that allows the operating system to as an extension of memory. An Intel® technology in... CDs) and CD-R (recordable CDs) discs. A user logs on your computer. dual-core - dual display mode - A display setting that can read CDs and DVDs...computational units exist inside a single processor package, thereby increasing computing efficiency and multi-tasking ability. DMA - See APR. A consortium of the IDE interface for testing the accuracy of data between the processor and memory or between the processor and devices. DRAM - driver...