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... 50 If the screen is blank 50 If the screen is difficult to read 51 3 Troubleshooting Tools 53 Diagnostic Lights 53 Dell Diagnostics 56 Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 56 Drivers 57 What Is a Driver 57 Identifying Drivers 58 Reinstalling Drivers 58 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities ...59 Restoring Your Operating System 59 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 60 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 61 4 Removing and Installing Parts 63 Before You Begin 63 Recommended Tools 63 Turn Off Your Computer 63 Before Working Inside Your Computer 64 Front View of the...
... 50 If the screen is blank 50 If the screen is difficult to read 51 3 Troubleshooting Tools 53 Diagnostic Lights 53 Dell Diagnostics 56 Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 56 Drivers 57 What Is a Driver 57 Identifying Drivers 58 Reinstalling Drivers 58 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities ...59 Restoring Your Operating System 59 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 60 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 61 4 Removing and Installing Parts 63 Before You Begin 63 Recommended Tools 63 Turn Off Your Computer 63 Before Working Inside Your Computer 64 Front View of the...
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Your ISP will offer one way. With a DSL connection, you can connect USB devices while the computer is turned on the same line simultaneously. • Cable modem connections that provide Internet access through your printer. 3 Attach the USB printer cable to the USB connectors ...
Your ISP will offer one way. With a DSL connection, you can connect USB devices while the computer is turned on the same line simultaneously. • Cable modem connections that provide Internet access through your printer. 3 Attach the USB printer cable to the USB connectors ...
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For information on the computer. Changing the Display Settings 1 After you connect the monitor(s) or TV, turn on changing the display settings for your graphics card, see the user's guide in the Help and Support Center (click the Start button, click Help ...
For information on the computer. Changing the Display Settings 1 After you connect the monitor(s) or TV, turn on changing the display settings for your graphics card, see the user's guide in the Help and Support Center (click the Start button, click Help ...
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...mode requires a special file on your hibernate settings on the hard drive and then completely turning off the display and the hard drive after a defined period of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before it entered standby mode. To immediately activate ...key on the keyboard or moving the mouse does not bring the computer out of inactivity, click the Start button, click Turn Off Computer, and then click Stand by turning off the computer. To access the Power Options Properties window: 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 ...
...mode requires a special file on your hibernate settings on the hard drive and then completely turning off the display and the hard drive after a defined period of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before it entered standby mode. To immediately activate ...key on the keyboard or moving the mouse does not bring the computer out of inactivity, click the Start button, click Turn Off Computer, and then click Stand by turning off the computer. To access the Power Options Properties window: 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 ...
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... batteries for extended periods of the standard Windows schemes installed on your computer may appear to activate standby mode, activate hibernate mode, or turn off hard disks, System stand by, or System hibernates field, and then select a timeout from standby mode or hibernate mode. •..., your computer, choose a scheme from the corresponding drop-down menu. The settings for starting standby mode or hibernate mode, turning off the monitor, and turning off the hard drive. Changing the time-out for a scheme field permanently changes the default settings for the changed scheme. ...
... batteries for extended periods of the standard Windows schemes installed on your computer may appear to activate standby mode, activate hibernate mode, or turn off hard disks, System stand by, or System hibernates field, and then select a timeout from standby mode or hibernate mode. •..., your computer, choose a scheme from the corresponding drop-down menu. The settings for starting standby mode or hibernate mode, turning off the monitor, and turning off the hard drive. Changing the time-out for a scheme field permanently changes the default settings for the changed scheme. ...
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...and date information after you have to the manufacturer's instructions. CAUTION: Before you have changed your SATA operation settings, restore your operating system after turning on the screen, write down the exact message. Battery Problems CAUTION: There is properly connected. • If an error message appears on the ... battery still does not work , ensure that the part is correctly installed. • If a peripheral device does not work properly, contact Dell (see page 106). Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
...and date information after you have to the manufacturer's instructions. CAUTION: Before you have changed your SATA operation settings, restore your operating system after turning on the screen, write down the exact message. Battery Problems CAUTION: There is properly connected. • If an error message appears on the ... battery still does not work , ensure that the part is correctly installed. • If a peripheral device does not work properly, contact Dell (see page 106). Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
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...; R E C O G N I Z E S T H E D R I V E - See page 122. If the floppy, CD, or DVD drive, is not listed, perform a full scan with your screen. • Ensure that the volume is turned up by clicking the slidebar and dragging it up. • Ensure that the original one is normal and may cause noise, which does not indicate...
...; R E C O G N I Z E S T H E D R I V E - See page 122. If the floppy, CD, or DVD drive, is not listed, perform a full scan with your screen. • Ensure that the volume is turned up by clicking the slidebar and dragging it up. • Ensure that the original one is normal and may cause noise, which does not indicate...
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... COMPUTER AND TO THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET The computer stops responding NOTICE: You might lose data if you are unable to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. Solving Problems 43 Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in...
... COMPUTER AND TO THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET The computer stops responding NOTICE: You might lose data if you are unable to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. Solving Problems 43 Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in...
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Then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. A solid blue screen appears TU R N T H E C O M P U T E R O F F - A program is installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system ...
Then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. A solid blue screen appears TU R N T H E C O M P U T E R O F F - A program is installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system ...
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... 60. RESTART THE COMPUTER - 1 Simultaneously press to display the Start menu. 2 Type u, press the keyboard arrow keys to highlight Shut down or Turn Off, and then press . 3 After the computer turns off , that indicates no network communication exists. R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - See page 58. For a description of the procedures in this section, follow the...
... 60. RESTART THE COMPUTER - 1 Simultaneously press to display the Start menu. 2 Type u, press the keyboard arrow keys to highlight Shut down or Turn Off, and then press . 3 After the computer turns off , that indicates no network communication exists. R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - See page 58. For a description of the procedures in this section, follow the...
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See "Dell Diagnostics" on properly. • Ensure that the main power cable and front panel cable are : • Power, keyboard, and mouse ... outlet. • If the computer is plugged into a power strip, ensure that the power strip is plugged into an electrical outlet and that the computer turns on page 56. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I N T E R F E R E N C E - E L I M I N A T E I S S T E A D Y A M B E R - I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I N G - Some possible causes of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in standby mode. A device might...
See "Dell Diagnostics" on properly. • Ensure that the main power cable and front panel cable are : • Power, keyboard, and mouse ... outlet. • If the computer is plugged into a power strip, ensure that the power strip is plugged into an electrical outlet and that the computer turns on page 56. I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I N T E R F E R E N C E - E L I M I N A T E I S S T E A D Y A M B E R - I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I N G - Some possible causes of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in standby mode. A device might...
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ENSURE THAT THE PRINTER IS TURNED ON CHECK THE PRINTER CABLE CONNECTIONS - • See the printer documentation for your scanner, contact the scanner's manufacturer. VERIFY THAT THE PRINTER IS RECOGNIZED BY ...
ENSURE THAT THE PRINTER IS TURNED ON CHECK THE PRINTER CABLE CONNECTIONS - • See the printer documentation for your scanner, contact the scanner's manufacturer. VERIFY THAT THE PRINTER IS RECOGNIZED BY ...
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... F R O M T H E H E A D P H O N E C O N N E C T O R - Click or double-click the speaker icon in some MP3 players overrides the Windows volume setting. D I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - Solving Problems 49 No sound from the speakers is turned up and that the speakers are connected as shown on the setup diagram supplied with the speakers. Ensure that the volume is automatically disabled when... that you begin any of your scanner is not muted. Sound and Speaker Problems CAUTION: Before you did not turn the player volume down or off. If your screen. E N S U R E T H A T ...
... F R O M T H E H E A D P H O N E C O N N E C T O R - Click or double-click the speaker icon in some MP3 players overrides the Windows volume setting. D I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - Solving Problems 49 No sound from the speakers is turned up and that the speakers are connected as shown on the setup diagram supplied with the speakers. Ensure that the volume is automatically disabled when... that you begin any of your scanner is not muted. Sound and Speaker Problems CAUTION: Before you did not turn the player volume down or off. If your screen. E N S U R E T H A T ...
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... your computer. • If you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the lower-right corner of your screen. Turn off , firmly press the button to determine if the power cable is defective. • Check the connector for bent or broken pins. (It is... turned on the keyboard or move the mouse. 50 Solving Problems Video and Monitor Problems CAUTION: Before you are using a graphics extension cable and removing the ...
... your computer. • If you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the lower-right corner of your screen. Turn off , firmly press the button to determine if the power cable is defective. • Check the connector for bent or broken pins. (It is... turned on the keyboard or move the mouse. 50 Solving Problems Video and Monitor Problems CAUTION: Before you are using a graphics extension cable and removing the ...
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..., ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. M O V E T H E M O N I G H T S - Solving Problems 51 See the monitor documentation for interference. Turn off nearby devices to appear "shaky." ROTATE THE MONITOR TO ELIMINATE SUNLIGHT GLARE AND POSSIBLE INTERFERENCE ADJUST THE WINDOWS DISPLAY SETTINGS - 1 Click the Start button...
..., ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. M O V E T H E M O N I G H T S - Solving Problems 51 See the monitor documentation for interference. Turn off nearby devices to appear "shaky." ROTATE THE MONITOR TO ELIMINATE SUNLIGHT GLARE AND POSSIBLE INTERFERENCE ADJUST THE WINDOWS DISPLAY SETTINGS - 1 Click the Start button...
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... Tools Diagnostic Lights CAUTION: Before you begin any of the lights identify the problem. All four diagnostic lights display solid green and then turn off " Plug the computer into your computer has four lights labeled "1," "2," "3," and "4" on page 47. A possible processor failure...section, follow the safety instructions in a normal "off after the system successfully boots to the operating system. If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Power has occurred. Memory modules are detected, but a memory failure has occurred. • If you have identified a faulty module...
... Tools Diagnostic Lights CAUTION: Before you begin any of the lights identify the problem. All four diagnostic lights display solid green and then turn off " Plug the computer into your computer has four lights labeled "1," "2," "3," and "4" on page 47. A possible processor failure...section, follow the safety instructions in a normal "off after the system successfully boots to the operating system. If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Power has occurred. Memory modules are detected, but a memory failure has occurred. • If you have identified a faulty module...
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...setup (see page 113) to make sure the boot sequence is correct for the devices installed on your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 71). • If there is an error message on your screen identifying a problem with a device (such as the floppy drive or ... is functioning properly. • The operating system is operating in the quick resume mode. All four diagnostic lights display solid green and then turn off after the system successfully boots to the system board from the computer for resource conflicts (see page 59). 4 If the problem persists, contact...
...setup (see page 113) to make sure the boot sequence is correct for the devices installed on your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 71). • If there is an error message on your screen identifying a problem with a device (such as the floppy drive or ... is functioning properly. • The operating system is operating in the quick resume mode. All four diagnostic lights display solid green and then turn off after the system successfully boots to the system board from the computer for resource conflicts (see page 59). 4 If the problem persists, contact...
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... support will ask for your computer is encountered during a test, a message appears with your Service Tag. 56 Troubleshooting Tools NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on Dell™ computers. 1 Turn on page 37 and run . Option Express Test Extended Test Custom Test Symptom Tree Function Performs a quick test of devices. This test typically...
... support will ask for your computer is encountered during a test, a message appears with your Service Tag. 56 Troubleshooting Tools NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on Dell™ computers. 1 Turn on page 37 and run . Option Express Test Extended Test Custom Test Symptom Tree Function Performs a quick test of devices. This test typically...
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... computer. PC Restore restores your operating system. NOTICE: If you do not press in the following step. 3 On the next screen that Turn off System Restore is unchecked. Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec only as the last method to restore your hard drive to the operating state it was in all... countries or on all data before using PC Restore. Use Dell PC Restore by Symantec NOTICE: Using Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any applications or ...
... computer. PC Restore restores your operating system. NOTICE: If you do not press in the following step. 3 On the next screen that Turn off System Restore is unchecked. Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec only as the last method to restore your hard drive to the operating state it was in all... countries or on all data before using PC Restore. Use Dell PC Restore by Symantec NOTICE: Using Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any applications or ...
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... not be able to use it was in Windows Explorer, click Properties, and verify that the additional disk space is recommended that the partition was turned on. 7 Click Next. It is available as a local administrator. 2 In Windows Explorer, go to the free space allocation on the hard ... window. 8 Restart the computer. 62 Troubleshooting Tools The PC Restore partition is deleted and the newly available disk space is added to c:\dell\utilities\DSR. 3 Double-click the filename DSRIRRemv2.exe. If you remove PC Restore from your hard drive to the operating state it to...
... not be able to use it was in Windows Explorer, click Properties, and verify that the additional disk space is recommended that the partition was turned on. 7 Click Next. It is available as a local administrator. 2 In Windows Explorer, go to the free space allocation on the hard ... window. 8 Restart the computer. 62 Troubleshooting Tools The PC Restore partition is deleted and the newly available disk space is added to c:\dell\utilities\DSR. 3 Double-click the filename DSRIRRemv2.exe. If you remove PC Restore from your hard drive to the operating state it to...