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... Instructions 7 When Using Your Computer 7 When Working Inside Your Computer 9 Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge 10 Battery Disposal 10 Finding Information for Your Computer 11 1 Setting Up Attaching and Removing the Computer Stand 16 Connecting a Printer 18 Parallel Printer 18 USB Printer 19 Installing the Printer Driver 19 Transferring Information to a New Computer 20 Setting Up a Home and Office Network 21 Connecting to a Network Adapter 21 Network Setup Wizard 21 Turning...
... Instructions 7 When Using Your Computer 7 When Working Inside Your Computer 9 Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge 10 Battery Disposal 10 Finding Information for Your Computer 11 1 Setting Up Attaching and Removing the Computer Stand 16 Connecting a Printer 18 Parallel Printer 18 USB Printer 19 Installing the Printer Driver 19 Transferring Information to a New Computer 20 Setting Up a Home and Office Network 21 Connecting to a Network Adapter 21 Network Setup Wizard 21 Turning...
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... panel (see page 60). USB connector on computer USB printer cable USB connector on printer HINT: You can connect USB devices while the computer is the letter of your CD or DVD drive [usually drive D]). If the Add New Hardware Wizard window appears, click Cancel. 4 Install the printer driver if necessary (see "Installing the Printer Driver" on . Then follow the prompts on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop, click Run, and type x:\setup.exe (where x is turned...
... panel (see page 60). USB connector on computer USB printer cable USB connector on printer HINT: You can connect USB devices while the computer is the letter of your CD or DVD drive [usually drive D]). If the Add New Hardware Wizard window appears, click Cancel. 4 Install the printer driver if necessary (see "Installing the Printer Driver" on . Then follow the prompts on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop, click Run, and type x:\setup.exe (where x is turned...
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Setting Up 21 Connecting to a Network Adapter Before your computer can communicate on the screen. HINT: Selecting the connection method This computer connects directly to it. network adapter connector on computer network cable Network Setup Wizard Windows XP provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide you through the process of sharing files, printers, or an Internet connection between computers in a home or small office. 1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs->Accessories-> Communications...
Setting Up 21 Connecting to a Network Adapter Before your computer can communicate on the screen. HINT: Selecting the connection method This computer connects directly to it. network adapter connector on computer network cable Network Setup Wizard Windows XP provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide you through the process of sharing files, printers, or an Internet connection between computers in a home or small office. 1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs->Accessories-> Communications...
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... pins.) Ensure that the video cable is not muted. C H E C K T H E M O N I T O R C A B L E C O N N E C T I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - To disable digital mode: 1 Click Control Panel, and then double-click Sounds and Audio Devices. 2 Click the Hardware tab. 3 Double-click the name of your screen. A D J U S T T H E W I O N - If the screen is lit or blinking, the monitor has power. If the power light is turned on the keyboard or move the mouse. TE S T T H E E L E C T R I G H T - Ensure that the monitor is blinking, press a key on . Click or double-click the speaker...
... pins.) Ensure that the video cable is not muted. C H E C K T H E M O N I T O R C A B L E C O N N E C T I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - To disable digital mode: 1 Click Control Panel, and then double-click Sounds and Audio Devices. 2 Click the Hardware tab. 3 Double-click the name of your screen. A D J U S T T H E W I O N - If the screen is lit or blinking, the monitor has power. If the power light is turned on the keyboard or move the mouse. TE S T T H E E L E C T R I G H T - Ensure that the monitor is blinking, press a key on . Click or double-click the speaker...
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... the power cable is at least 60 cm (2 ft) away from the monitor. If your speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the subwoofer is defective. Turn off nearby devices to appear "shaky." If the screen is defective. Fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, and other electrical devices can cause poor picture quality. ADJUST THE WINDOWS® DISPLAY SETTINGS 1 Click the Start button, and then click Control Panel. 2 Click...
... the power cable is at least 60 cm (2 ft) away from the monitor. If your speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the subwoofer is defective. Turn off nearby devices to appear "shaky." If the screen is defective. Fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, and other electrical devices can cause poor picture quality. ADJUST THE WINDOWS® DISPLAY SETTINGS 1 Click the Start button, and then click Control Panel. 2 Click...
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... and time are automatically added to see page 53). The Select a Restore Point screen provides a calendar that allows you want to restore your new restore point in bold. Manually Creating Restore Points 1 Click the Start button, point to an Earlier Operating State If problems occur after installing a device driver, first try using Device Driver Rollback (see and select restore points. All calendar dates with available restore points appear in the...
... and time are automatically added to see page 53). The Select a Restore Point screen provides a calendar that allows you want to restore your new restore point in bold. Manually Creating Restore Points 1 Click the Start button, point to an Earlier Operating State If problems occur after installing a device driver, first try using Device Driver Rollback (see and select restore points. All calendar dates with available restore points appear in the...
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... device for Dell™ computers. Using Windows® XP Device Driver Rollback Windows XP Device Driver Rollback replaces a device driver with the computer. Advanced Troubleshooting 53 If you install a new driver that allows a hardware device controller to function properly and to step 2. A driver is your operating system to step 5. 2 When the ResourceCD Installation program starts, follow the prompts on the screen. If this is a software program that causes system instability. NOTICE: The Dell | Support website and the Dell Dimension...
... device for Dell™ computers. Using Windows® XP Device Driver Rollback Windows XP Device Driver Rollback replaces a device driver with the computer. Advanced Troubleshooting 53 If you install a new driver that allows a hardware device controller to function properly and to step 2. A driver is your operating system to step 5. 2 When the ResourceCD Installation program starts, follow the prompts on the screen. If this is a software program that causes system instability. NOTICE: The Dell | Support website and the Dell Dimension...
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.... 4 Use the arrow keys to select the CD-ROM option, and then press . 5 When the Windows XP Setup screen appears, press to continue. If you want to install a new copy of the screen to select To set up Windows now. 6 Read the information in the Personalize Your Software screen, and then click Next. 56 A d va n c e d Tr o u b l e s h o o t i n g www.dell.com | support.dell.com To reinstall Windows XP: 1 To reinstall Windows...
.... 4 Use the arrow keys to select the CD-ROM option, and then press . 5 When the Windows XP Setup screen appears, press to continue. If you want to install a new copy of the screen to select To set up Windows now. 6 Read the information in the Personalize Your Software screen, and then click Next. 56 A d va n c e d Tr o u b l e s h o o t i n g www.dell.com | support.dell.com To reinstall Windows XP: 1 To reinstall Windows...
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... diagnostic code. Use the lights to support the open cover-at least 30 cm (1 ft) of desk top space. 62 Adding Parts For more information, see page 16). If you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions on the card. Connect a serial device, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, joystick, and computer speakers into a USB connector. NOTICE: Ensure that there is on page 7. www.dell.com | support.dell...
... diagnostic code. Use the lights to support the open cover-at least 30 cm (1 ft) of desk top space. 62 Adding Parts For more information, see page 16). If you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions on the card. Connect a serial device, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, joystick, and computer speakers into a USB connector. NOTICE: Ensure that there is on page 7. www.dell.com | support.dell...
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... configuration, date, and time information. CAUTION: Before you have to repeatedly reset time and date information after turning on the computer, replace the battery. Replace the 3-V CR2032 battery only with the PSWD jumper installed reenables the password feature. Appendix 81 Turning on your fingers or with a blunt, nonconducting object such as a plastic screwdriver. The battery can last several years. NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug...
... configuration, date, and time information. CAUTION: Before you have to repeatedly reset time and date information after turning on the computer, replace the battery. Replace the 3-V CR2032 battery only with the PSWD jumper installed reenables the password feature. Appendix 81 Turning on your fingers or with a blunt, nonconducting object such as a plastic screwdriver. The battery can last several years. NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug...
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..., as specifically noted); external devices (except as further described in accordance with either a one or more of parts and components not supplied by use of the following categories: software; www.dell.com | support.dell.com Dell-branded hardware products purchased in one -year, two-year, three-year, or four-year (U.S. or Canada come with product instructions, failure to perform required preventive maintenance, and problems caused by Dell...
..., as specifically noted); external devices (except as further described in accordance with either a one or more of parts and components not supplied by use of the following categories: software; www.dell.com | support.dell.com Dell-branded hardware products purchased in one -year, two-year, three-year, or four-year (U.S. or Canada come with product instructions, failure to perform required preventive maintenance, and problems caused by Dell...
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... ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE (OR JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION). Appendix 105 See "Contacting Dell" on the hard drive(s) and any removable media, such as floppy disks, CDs, or PC Cards. If warranty service is not extended. DELL'S RESPONSIBILITY FOR MALFUNCTIONS AND DEFECTS IN HARDWARE IS LIMITED TO REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT AS SET FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT.
... ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE (OR JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION). Appendix 105 See "Contacting Dell" on the hard drive(s) and any removable media, such as floppy disks, CDs, or PC Cards. If warranty service is not extended. DELL'S RESPONSIBILITY FOR MALFUNCTIONS AND DEFECTS IN HARDWARE IS LIMITED TO REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT AS SET FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT.
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... accordance with product instructions, failure to Dell's one-year limited warranty only. These provisions apply to perform required preventive maintenance, and problems caused by use of parts and components not supplied by Dell, usage not in accordance with industry-standard practices. For provisions of the exchange. If Dell elects to external causes, including accident, abuse, misuse, problems with electrical power, servicing not authorized by...
... accordance with product instructions, failure to Dell's one-year limited warranty only. These provisions apply to perform required preventive maintenance, and problems caused by use of parts and components not supplied by Dell, usage not in accordance with industry-standard practices. For provisions of the exchange. If Dell elects to external causes, including accident, abuse, misuse, problems with electrical power, servicing not authorized by...
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... instructions, failure to new in the Dell factory; This limited warranty does not cover any items that are new or equivalent to perform required preventive maintenance, and problems caused by use of the following text. accessories or parts that are in one -year period of invoice, as specifically noted); Monitors, keyboards, and mice that are Dell-branded or that are not installed in accordance with electrical power, servicing...
... instructions, failure to new in the Dell factory; This limited warranty does not cover any items that are new or equivalent to perform required preventive maintenance, and problems caused by use of the following text. accessories or parts that are in one -year period of invoice, as specifically noted); Monitors, keyboards, and mice that are Dell-branded or that are not installed in accordance with electrical power, servicing...
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... data on the hard drive(s) and any removable media, such as floppy disks, CDs, or PC Cards. If Dell repairs or replaces a product, its limited warranty term is the remainder of loss or damage during shipment. You must report each replacement part for obtaining customer assistance. Dell owns all parts removed from repaired products. Dell may provide replacement parts made freight collect. You must contact Dell's Customer Technical Support within the...
... data on the hard drive(s) and any removable media, such as floppy disks, CDs, or PC Cards. If Dell repairs or replaces a product, its limited warranty term is the remainder of loss or damage during shipment. You must report each replacement part for obtaining customer assistance. Dell owns all parts removed from repaired products. Dell may provide replacement parts made freight collect. You must contact Dell's Customer Technical Support within the...
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... product instructions, failure to perform required preventive maintenance, and problems caused by use of the exchange. Monitors, keyboards, and mice that are Dell-branded or that are not covered. 116 Appendix For provisions of any on-site service contract covering your system, refer to the separate on the date of parts and components not supplied by Dell. accessories or parts added to a Dell system through the Dell Software and...
... product instructions, failure to perform required preventive maintenance, and problems caused by use of the exchange. Monitors, keyboards, and mice that are Dell-branded or that are not covered. 116 Appendix For provisions of any on-site service contract covering your system, refer to the separate on the date of parts and components not supplied by Dell. accessories or parts added to a Dell system through the Dell Software and...
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... FOR USE OR FOR LOST DATA OR SOFTWARE. In any service contract covering your system, refer to your invoice or the separate service contract that are new or equivalent to perform required preventive maintenance, and problems caused by Dell. 118 Appendix Two-Year Limited Warranty (Canada Only) Dell Computer Corporation ("Dell") manufactures its hardware products from defects in accordance with product instructions, failure to new...
... FOR USE OR FOR LOST DATA OR SOFTWARE. In any service contract covering your system, refer to your invoice or the separate service contract that are new or equivalent to perform required preventive maintenance, and problems caused by Dell. 118 Appendix Two-Year Limited Warranty (Canada Only) Dell Computer Corporation ("Dell") manufactures its hardware products from defects in accordance with product instructions, failure to new...
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... beginning on Dell's standard price list are covered under this limited warranty that are covered only during shipment. To request warranty service, you use of parts and components not supplied by Dell. Shipments to other storage device(s) in Canada, where applicable. Remove any removable media, such as specifically noted); accessories or parts added to a Dell system through the Dell Software and Peripherals program) are not covered. accessories or parts added to a Dell system...
... beginning on Dell's standard price list are covered under this limited warranty that are covered only during shipment. To request warranty service, you use of parts and components not supplied by Dell. Shipments to other storage device(s) in Canada, where applicable. Remove any removable media, such as specifically noted); accessories or parts added to a Dell system through the Dell Software and Peripherals program) are not covered. accessories or parts added to a Dell system...
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... Index 129 See sound B battery disposal, 10 replacing, 81 BIOS, 78 C cards adding, 66 connectors, 65 CD drive fixing problems, 28 CD-RW drive fixing problems, 29 Check Disk, 29 computer back view, 60 closing cover, 72 error messages, 31, 33 front door, 60 front view, 60 internal parts, 64 opening cover, 62 specifications, 74 turning off, 22 conflicts resolving software and hardware incompatibilities, 54 contact numbers, 84 cover closing, 72 opening, 62 D Dell support policy, 83 display. A audio.
... Index 129 See sound B battery disposal, 10 replacing, 81 BIOS, 78 C cards adding, 66 connectors, 65 CD drive fixing problems, 28 CD-RW drive fixing problems, 29 Check Disk, 29 computer back view, 60 closing cover, 72 error messages, 31, 33 front door, 60 front view, 60 internal parts, 64 opening cover, 62 specifications, 74 turning off, 22 conflicts resolving software and hardware incompatibilities, 54 contact numbers, 84 cover closing, 72 opening, 62 D Dell support policy, 83 display. A audio.
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... accessing, 26 troubleshooting, 24 turning off , 22 printer connecting, 18 fixing problems, 41 reinstalling driver, 19 setting up , 31, 33 modem fixing problems, 30 monitor fixing problems, 44 motherboard. 130 I n d e x I Internet fixing problems, 30 IRQ conflicts, 54 M memory adding, 70 connectors, 65 messages start-up , 18 troubleshooting, 41 R RAM. See system board N network fixing problems, 38 setting up, 21 Network Setup Wizard, 21 O operating system reinstallation Windows XP, 55 P password clearing system setup, 80 power fixing problems, 39 turning off the computer, 22 V video...
... accessing, 26 troubleshooting, 24 turning off , 22 printer connecting, 18 fixing problems, 41 reinstalling driver, 19 setting up , 31, 33 modem fixing problems, 30 monitor fixing problems, 44 motherboard. 130 I n d e x I Internet fixing problems, 30 IRQ conflicts, 54 M memory adding, 70 connectors, 65 messages start-up , 18 troubleshooting, 41 R RAM. See system board N network fixing problems, 38 setting up, 21 Network Setup Wizard, 21 O operating system reinstallation Windows XP, 55 P password clearing system setup, 80 power fixing problems, 39 turning off the computer, 22 V video...