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Safety Instructions 9 When Using Your Computer 9 Ergonomic Computing Habits 10 When Working Inside Your Computer 12 Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge 13 1 Setting Up Connecting a Printer 16 Parallel Printer 16 USB Printer 17 Installing the Printer Driver 18 Transferring Information to a New Computer (Windows XP Only 19 Setting Up a Home and Office Network (Windows XP Only 20 Turning Off the Computer 20 Windows XP 20 Windows 2000 21 2 Solving Problems Finding Solutions 24 Accessing Help Files 26 Power Problems 26 Start-Up Error Messages 27 Contents 3
Safety Instructions 9 When Using Your Computer 9 Ergonomic Computing Habits 10 When Working Inside Your Computer 12 Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge 13 1 Setting Up Connecting a Printer 16 Parallel Printer 16 USB Printer 17 Installing the Printer Driver 18 Transferring Information to a New Computer (Windows XP Only 19 Setting Up a Home and Office Network (Windows XP Only 20 Turning Off the Computer 20 Windows XP 20 Windows 2000 21 2 Solving Problems Finding Solutions 24 Accessing Help Files 26 Power Problems 26 Start-Up Error Messages 27 Contents 3
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... Middle East, and the Far East Also be sure that your monitor and attached devices are electrically rated to the system board, wait 5 seconds after turning off the computer before disconnecting or connecting a non-USB device from the network jack. When reconnecting a network cable to your computer, first plug the cable...
... Middle East, and the Far East Also be sure that your monitor and attached devices are electrically rated to the system board, wait 5 seconds after turning off the computer before disconnecting or connecting a non-USB device from the network jack. When reconnecting a network cable to your computer, first plug the cable...
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Always follow installation and service instructions closely. 1 Turn off the computer (see page 20). 2 Turn off all devices. 12 CAUTION: Do not attempt to service the computer yourself, except as explained in this guide and elsewhere in the sequence indicated. www.dell.com | support.dell.com monitor screen at or below eye level wrists relaxed and flat computer positioned directly in front of user arms at desk level feet flat on the floor When Working Inside Your Computer Before you open the computer cover, perform the following steps in Dell documentation.
Always follow installation and service instructions closely. 1 Turn off the computer (see page 20). 2 Turn off all devices. 12 CAUTION: Do not attempt to service the computer yourself, except as explained in this guide and elsewhere in the sequence indicated. www.dell.com | support.dell.com monitor screen at or below eye level wrists relaxed and flat computer positioned directly in front of user arms at desk level feet flat on the floor When Working Inside Your Computer Before you open the computer cover, perform the following steps in Dell documentation.
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SECTION 1 Connecting a Printer Transferring Information to a New Computer (Windows XP Only) Setting Up a Home and Office Network (Windows XP Only) Turning Off the Computer www.dell.com | support.dell.com
SECTION 1 Connecting a Printer Transferring Information to a New Computer (Windows XP Only) Setting Up a Home and Office Network (Windows XP Only) Turning Off the Computer www.dell.com | support.dell.com
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... the printer from working. 16 Setting Up Parallel Printer Follow the instructions that came with the printer to connect it to the computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com See the documentation that came with the printer for any recommended preparation procedures, such as: • Removing the packaging • Installing the toner...
... the printer from working. 16 Setting Up Parallel Printer Follow the instructions that came with the printer to connect it to the computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com See the documentation that came with the printer for any recommended preparation procedures, such as: • Removing the packaging • Installing the toner...
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... and tighten the two screws. screws (2) parallel connector on computer parallel printer cable parallel connector on printer clips (2) notches (2) 3 Turn on the printer and then turn on the computer. If no information is turned on. Setting Up 17 Attach the cable to the computer. The USB connectors only fit one way. HINT: You...
... and tighten the two screws. screws (2) parallel connector on computer parallel printer cable parallel connector on printer clips (2) notches (2) 3 Turn on the printer and then turn on the computer. If no information is turned on. Setting Up 17 Attach the cable to the computer. The USB connectors only fit one way. HINT: You...
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... If you are having difficulty turning off . NOTICE: To prevent data loss, you through the Start menu rather than by pressing the power button. Windows XP provides a Network Setup Wizard to power. 20 Setting Up www.dell.com | support.dell.com HINT: Selecting the connection... method This computer connects directly to the Network Setup Wizard. 5 Follow the instructions on page 43. The computer automatically turns off after the shutdown process finishes. 4 Turn off your computer through the...
... If you are having difficulty turning off . NOTICE: To prevent data loss, you through the Start menu rather than by pressing the power button. Windows XP provides a Network Setup Wizard to power. 20 Setting Up www.dell.com | support.dell.com HINT: Selecting the connection... method This computer connects directly to the Network Setup Wizard. 5 Follow the instructions on page 43. The computer automatically turns off after the shutdown process finishes. 4 Turn off your computer through the...
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Setting Up 21 The computer automatically turns off after the shutdown process finishes. 5 Turn off your monitor and any programs and files you have open. 2 Click the Start button, and then click Shut Down. 3 Click the pull-down menu under What do ?. 4 Click Shut down and then click OK. Windows 2000 1 Save and exit any other devices connected to do you want the computer to power.
Setting Up 21 The computer automatically turns off after the shutdown process finishes. 5 Turn off your monitor and any programs and files you have open. 2 Click the Start button, and then click Shut Down. 3 Click the pull-down menu under What do ?. 4 Click Shut down and then click OK. Windows 2000 1 Save and exit any other devices connected to do you want the computer to power.
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.... If the power light is blinking green, the computer is not receiving electrical power. If the power light is off, the computer is either not turned on or is in standby mode-press a key on the screen. C H E C K T H E P O W E R L I L E Microsoft® ... then click Tell Me How. When the power light is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem may exist-call Dell for information on the screen. www.dell.com | support.dell.com TO A C C E S S T H E Tell Me How H E L P F I G H T - TO A C C E S S H E L P I N W I N D O W S 2 0 0 0 1 Click the Start button, and then...
.... If the power light is blinking green, the computer is not receiving electrical power. If the power light is off, the computer is either not turned on or is in standby mode-press a key on the screen. C H E C K T H E P O W E R L I L E Microsoft® ... then click Tell Me How. When the power light is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem may exist-call Dell for information on the screen. www.dell.com | support.dell.com TO A C C E S S T H E Tell Me How H E L P F I G H T - TO A C C E S S H E L P I N W I N D O W S 2 0 0 0 1 Click the Start button, and then...
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...disk and restart the computer. C H E C K F O R I A - I N S E R T B O O T A B L E M E D I N T E R F E R E N C E - TE S T T H E E L E C T R I N G S Y S T E M N O T F O U N D - Ensure that the computer turns on a power strip, or multiple power strips connected to determine if the power cable is a floppy disk in Windows 2000). The operating system is trying...power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to a nonbootable floppy disk or CD. Call Dell for the keyword standby in the Help and Support Center (Help in the floppy drive. Electrical appliances ...
...disk and restart the computer. C H E C K F O R I A - I N S E R T B O O T A B L E M E D I N T E R F E R E N C E - TE S T T H E E L E C T R I N G S Y S T E M N O T F O U N D - Ensure that the computer turns on a power strip, or multiple power strips connected to determine if the power cable is a floppy disk in Windows 2000). The operating system is trying...power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to a nonbootable floppy disk or CD. Call Dell for the keyword standby in the Help and Support Center (Help in the floppy drive. Electrical appliances ...
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... screen is at least 2 ft (60 cm) away from the monitor. If your speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that came with your monitor for instructions. Turn off nearby devices to read A D J U S T T H E C O N T R A S T A N D B R I O N - RE S T O R E T H E R E C O M M E N D E D S E T T I T O R S E L F - R U N T H E M O N I N G S - T E S T - See the documentation that the subwoofer is difficult to check for interference. C H E C K F O R A D D I T I T O R - Eliminate sunlight glare, which can cause the...
... screen is at least 2 ft (60 cm) away from the monitor. If your speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that came with your monitor for instructions. Turn off nearby devices to read A D J U S T T H E C O N T R A S T A N D B R I O N - RE S T O R E T H E R E C O M M E N D E D S E T T I T O R S E L F - R U N T H E M O N I N G S - T E S T - See the documentation that the subwoofer is difficult to check for interference. C H E C K F O R A D D I T I T O R - Eliminate sunlight glare, which can cause the...
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...dell.com ADJUST THE WINDOWS DISPLAY SETTINGS Windows XP 1 Click the Start button, and then click Control Panel. 2 Click Appearance and Themes. 3 Click Display, and then click the Settings tab. 4 Try different settings for your speakers have been listening to eliminate distortion. ENSURE THAT THE SUBWOOFER AND THE SPEAKERS ARE TURNED...S - If you have volume controls, adjust the volume, bass, or treble to MP3 songs, make sure that the sound is turned up and that you did not turn the player volume down or off. A D J U S T T H E W I O N S - C H E C K F O R I N T E R R U P T ...
...dell.com ADJUST THE WINDOWS DISPLAY SETTINGS Windows XP 1 Click the Start button, and then click Control Panel. 2 Click Appearance and Themes. 3 Click Display, and then click the Settings tab. 4 Try different settings for your speakers have been listening to eliminate distortion. ENSURE THAT THE SUBWOOFER AND THE SPEAKERS ARE TURNED...S - If you have volume controls, adjust the volume, bass, or treble to MP3 songs, make sure that the sound is turned up and that you did not turn the player volume down or off. A D J U S T T H E W I O N S - C H E C K F O R I N T E R R U P T ...
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...another device, such as described on page 16. C H E C K F O R I N T E R R U P T R E Q U E S T C O N F L I O N S - Solving Problems 31 Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, or halogen lamps to a parallel port printer VE R I F Y T H E P R I N T E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I C T S -...C T R I S T U R N E D O N - See page 47. Ensure that the printer cable is working by testing it with the printer. Dell does not cover the printer's warranty. See the speaker documentation for interference. Ensure that came with the printer for your printer, call the printer's manufacturer...
...another device, such as described on page 16. C H E C K F O R I N T E R R U P T R E Q U E S T C O N F L I O N S - Solving Problems 31 Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, or halogen lamps to a parallel port printer VE R I F Y T H E P R I N T E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I C T S -...C T R I S T U R N E D O N - See page 47. Ensure that the printer cable is working by testing it with the printer. Dell does not cover the printer's warranty. See the speaker documentation for interference. Ensure that came with the printer for your printer, call the printer's manufacturer...
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See page 49. Ensure that the electrical outlet is turned on. U N L O C K T H E S C A N N E R - Dell does not cover the scanner's warranty. If the printer is listed, right-click the printer name. 5 Click Properties, and then select the Ports tab. See ...
See page 49. Ensure that the electrical outlet is turned on. U N L O C K T H E S C A N N E R - Dell does not cover the scanner's warranty. If the printer is listed, right-click the printer name. 5 Click Properties, and then select the Ports tab. See ...
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...restore mouse functionality. Windows 2000 1 Click the Start button, point to highlight Shut Down, and then press . 3 After the computer turns off, reconnect the mouse cable as shown on the START HERE sheet for your computer. 4 Start the computer. Try adjusting the ... . In Windows 2000, press the keyboard arrow keys to Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2 Double-click the Mouse icon. www.dell.com | support.dell.com IF YOU CONNECTED THE MOUSE BEFORE TURNING ON THE C O M P U T E R, R E C O N N E C T T H E M O U S E C A B L E 1 Press to display the Start menu. 2 In Windows XP, ...
...restore mouse functionality. Windows 2000 1 Click the Start button, point to highlight Shut Down, and then press . 3 After the computer turns off, reconnect the mouse cable as shown on the START HERE sheet for your computer. 4 Start the computer. Try adjusting the ... . In Windows 2000, press the keyboard arrow keys to Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2 Double-click the Mouse icon. www.dell.com | support.dell.com IF YOU CONNECTED THE MOUSE BEFORE TURNING ON THE C O M P U T E R, R E C O N N E C T T H E M O U S E C A B L E 1 Press to display the Start menu. 2 In Windows XP, ...
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... T W I N D O W S R E C O G N I Z E S T H E D R I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - Be sure that the volume is turned up and that the original DVD is not listed, perform a full scan with your antivirus software to the computer's front-panel headphone jack. In Windows...types, not all DVD titles work in all DVD drives. C H E C K F O R I N T E R R U P T R E Q U E S T C O N F L I S C - If the CD-RW drive stops writing TURN OFF STANDBY IN WINDOWS BEFORE WRITING TO A CD -RW D I C T S - HINT: Because of your screen. TE S T T H E D R I V E W I S C - C L E A N T H E D I T H ...
... T W I N D O W S R E C O G N I Z E S T H E D R I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - Be sure that the volume is turned up and that the original DVD is not listed, perform a full scan with your antivirus software to the computer's front-panel headphone jack. In Windows...types, not all DVD titles work in all DVD drives. C H E C K F O R I N T E R R U P T R E Q U E S T C O N F L I S C - If the CD-RW drive stops writing TURN OFF STANDBY IN WINDOWS BEFORE WRITING TO A CD -RW D I C T S - HINT: Because of your screen. TE S T T H E D R I V E W I S C - C L E A N T H E D I T H ...
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... keyboard or moving your computer locks up TU R N T H E C O M P U T E R O F F - HINT: Check Disk may run when you are unable to turn on the screen. Follow the instructions on the computer. Then press the power button again to perform a Microsoft Windows shutdown. A solid blue screen appears TU...END THE PROGRAM 1 Simultaneously press . 2 Click the Applications tab, and then select the program that may help you are unable to turn on the screen. You might lose data if you to perform a proper Windows shutdown. A program error causes the system to lock ...
... keyboard or moving your computer locks up TU R N T H E C O M P U T E R O F F - HINT: Check Disk may run when you are unable to turn on the screen. Follow the instructions on the computer. Then press the power button again to perform a Microsoft Windows shutdown. A solid blue screen appears TU...END THE PROGRAM 1 Simultaneously press . 2 Click the Applications tab, and then select the program that may help you are unable to turn on the screen. You might lose data if you to perform a proper Windows shutdown. A program error causes the system to lock ...
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... Start button, and then click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click the System Restore tab. 5 Make sure that Turn off System Restore is unchecked. www.dell.com | support.dell.com System Restore is enabled on your restore point. 5 Click Create. 6 Click OK. 52 Solving Pr oblems To use the System...
... Start button, and then click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click the System Restore tab. 5 Make sure that Turn off System Restore is unchecked. www.dell.com | support.dell.com System Restore is enabled on your restore point. 5 Click Create. 6 Click OK. 52 Solving Pr oblems To use the System...
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... with Windows XP, you reinstall your operating system unless instructed to do so by performing a Windows XP System Restore (see page 20), and then turn the computer on your computer before you need to place in your CD or DVD drive is titled Operating System. NOTICE: Save and close all...or DVD drive. Close any program or utility that you must disable any virus protection software installed on again. 54 Solving Pr oblems www.dell.com | support.dell.com Undoing the Last System Restore NOTICE: Before undoing the last system restore, save and close all open files and close all open ...
... with Windows XP, you reinstall your operating system unless instructed to do so by performing a Windows XP System Restore (see page 20), and then turn the computer on your computer before you need to place in your CD or DVD drive is titled Operating System. NOTICE: Save and close all...or DVD drive. Close any program or utility that you must disable any virus protection software installed on again. 54 Solving Pr oblems www.dell.com | support.dell.com Undoing the Last System Restore NOTICE: Before undoing the last system restore, save and close all open files and close all open ...
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... network card in your CD or DVD drive is titled Operating System. Close any virus protection software installed on again. 3 When the blue Dell logo appears, press immediately. The computer automatically restarts. 16 When the Welcome to Microsoft screen appears, click the green arrow icon at the ...CD from the drive. 18 Reinstall the appropriate drivers (see page 20), and then turn the computer on your computer before you reinstall Windows 2000. 1 Insert the Operating System CD into the drive. 2 Turn off the computer (see page 47). 19 Reinstall your operating system unless instructed to...
... network card in your CD or DVD drive is titled Operating System. Close any virus protection software installed on again. 3 When the blue Dell logo appears, press immediately. The computer automatically restarts. 16 When the Welcome to Microsoft screen appears, click the green arrow icon at the ...CD from the drive. 18 Reinstall the appropriate drivers (see page 20), and then turn the computer on your computer before you reinstall Windows 2000. 1 Insert the Operating System CD into the drive. 2 Turn off the computer (see page 47). 19 Reinstall your operating system unless instructed to...