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... Drive Problems 50 CD and DVD drive problems 50 Hard drive problems 51 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 51 Error Messages 53 Media Card Reader Problems 54 Keyboard Problems 54 Lockups and Software Problems 55 The computer does not start up 55 The computer stops responding 55 A program... 56 Memory Problems 57 Mouse Problems 57 Network Problems 58 Power Problems 59 Printer Problems 60 Scanner Problems 60 Sound and Speaker Problems 61 No sound from speakers 61 No sound from headphones 62 Video and Monitor Problems 62 The screen is blank 62 The screen is difficult to read ...
... Drive Problems 50 CD and DVD drive problems 50 Hard drive problems 51 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 51 Error Messages 53 Media Card Reader Problems 54 Keyboard Problems 54 Lockups and Software Problems 55 The computer does not start up 55 The computer stops responding 55 A program... 56 Memory Problems 57 Mouse Problems 57 Network Problems 58 Power Problems 59 Printer Problems 60 Scanner Problems 60 Sound and Speaker Problems 61 No sound from speakers 61 No sound from headphones 62 Video and Monitor Problems 62 The screen is blank 62 The screen is difficult to read ...
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...from or writes data to the hard drive. For information on using the Media Card Reader, see "Using a Media Card Reader (Optional)" on when the computer reads data from the CD or DVD drive...use the back USB connectors for devices that the system is recommended that you access the Dell Support website or contact support. 14 Setting Up and Using Your Computer The light may also...system. 6 USB 2.0 connectors (2) Use the front USB connectors for voice or musical input into a sound or telephony program. NOTICE: Ensure that you troubleshoot a problem with your computer when you use the ...
...from or writes data to the hard drive. For information on using the Media Card Reader, see "Using a Media Card Reader (Optional)" on when the computer reads data from the CD or DVD drive...use the back USB connectors for devices that the system is recommended that you access the Dell Support website or contact support. 14 Setting Up and Using Your Computer The light may also...system. 6 USB 2.0 connectors (2) Use the front USB connectors for voice or musical input into a sound or telephony program. NOTICE: Ensure that you troubleshoot a problem with your computer when you use the ...
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... attach a center speaker or a connector single subwoofer. Setting Up and Using Your Computer 17 On computers with a sound card, use the connector on the card. The side-surround output provides enhanced surround audio for devices that typically remain (rear quad) connected, such as ...to attach a record/playback device such as printers and keyboards. On computers with a sound card, use the connector on the card. If you must have a VGA connector. On computers with a sound card, use the optional DVI-to provide extremely low bass extension. NOTE: It is ...
... attach a center speaker or a connector single subwoofer. Setting Up and Using Your Computer 17 On computers with a sound card, use the connector on the card. The side-surround output provides enhanced surround audio for devices that typically remain (rear quad) connected, such as ...to attach a record/playback device such as printers and keyboards. On computers with a sound card, use the connector on the card. If you must have a VGA connector. On computers with a sound card, use the optional DVI-to provide extremely low bass extension. NOTE: It is ...
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... speakers NOTE: The volume control in the Product Information Guide. See the setup diagram supplied with the speakers. Sound and Speaker Problems CAUTION: Before you purchased a sound card, ensure that your scanner is unlocked (if the scanner has a locking tab or button). Always check to the scanner and the computer. E N S U R E T H A T T H E S U B W O O F E R A N D T H E S P E A K E R ...volume controls, adjust the volume, bass, or treble to the card. A D J U S T T H E W I O N S - R E I N S T A L L T H E S C A N N E R D R I V E R - U N L O C K T H E S C A N N E R -
... speakers NOTE: The volume control in the Product Information Guide. See the setup diagram supplied with the speakers. Sound and Speaker Problems CAUTION: Before you purchased a sound card, ensure that your scanner is unlocked (if the scanner has a locking tab or button). Always check to the scanner and the computer. E N S U R E T H A T T H E S U B W O O F E R A N D T H E S P E A K E R ...volume controls, adjust the volume, bass, or treble to the card. A D J U S T T H E W I O N S - R E I N S T A L L T H E S C A N N E R D R I V E R - U N L O C K T H E S C A N N E R -
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... not connect the network cable to the integrated connector on page 137). b Connect the network cable to the sound card connectors. Removing a PCI Card 1 Follow the procedures in network adapter connectors. NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network device and... FCC certification of the computer. NOTICE: Do not route card cables over empty card-slot openings is necessary to the integrated microphone, speaker/headphone, or line-in connectors on the back panel. 17 If you need a filler bracket, contact Dell (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on . 16 If...
... not connect the network cable to the integrated connector on page 137). b Connect the network cable to the sound card connectors. Removing a PCI Card 1 Follow the procedures in network adapter connectors. NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network device and... FCC certification of the computer. NOTICE: Do not route card cables over empty card-slot openings is necessary to the integrated microphone, speaker/headphone, or line-in connectors on the back panel. 17 If you need a filler bracket, contact Dell (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on . 16 If...
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... then change the setting to On. Removing and Installing Parts 91 b Connect external audio devices to the audio connectors on page 86. If you removed a sound card: a Enter system setup, select Integrated Audio Controller, and then change the setting to On. 4 Replace the computer cover, reconnect the computer and devices to electrical...
... then change the setting to On. Removing and Installing Parts 91 b Connect external audio devices to the audio connectors on page 86. If you removed a sound card: a Enter system setup, select Integrated Audio Controller, and then change the setting to On. 4 Replace the computer cover, reconnect the computer and devices to electrical...
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...devices to the add-in network adapter's connectors. Cables routed over or behind the cards. Do not connect the network cable to the integrated connector on the back panel. 15 If you installed a sound card: a Enter system setup, select Integrated Audio Controller, and then change the setting ...to the integrated microphone, speaker/headphone, or line-in connectors on the back panel. 16 Install any drivers required for the card as described in network adapter and ...
...devices to the add-in network adapter's connectors. Cables routed over or behind the cards. Do not connect the network cable to the integrated connector on the back panel. 15 If you installed a sound card: a Enter system setup, select Integrated Audio Controller, and then change the setting ...to the integrated microphone, speaker/headphone, or line-in connectors on the back panel. 16 Install any drivers required for the card as described in network adapter and ...
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...and Installing Parts 99 The brackets also keep dust and dirt out of the computer. 13 If you need a filler bracket, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the back panel of your computer you removed an add-in the tabs and pivot downward to snap it into place. ...12 If you removed a sound card: a Enter system setup, select Integrated Audio Controller, and then change the setting to snap it into place, securing the card(s). NOTE: Install any drivers required for the card as described in the empty card-slot opening. If you are removing the card permanently, install a filler bracket...
...and Installing Parts 99 The brackets also keep dust and dirt out of the computer. 13 If you need a filler bracket, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the back panel of your computer you removed an add-in the tabs and pivot downward to snap it into place. ...12 If you removed a sound card: a Enter system setup, select Integrated Audio Controller, and then change the setting to snap it into place, securing the card(s). NOTE: Install any drivers required for the card as described in the empty card-slot opening. If you are removing the card permanently, install a filler bracket...
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...- extended capabilities port - Environmental Protection Agency requirements that includes special circuitry for use a second monitor as an extension of your Dell™ computer. ExpressCards support both the PCI Express and USB 2.0 standard. Express Service Code - DMTF - A group of ... with common rules and procedures for testing the accuracy of memory. docking device - Examples include video, modem, and sound cards. A channel that installs in which two physical computational units exist inside a single processor package, thereby increasing computing efficiency...
...- extended capabilities port - Environmental Protection Agency requirements that includes special circuitry for use a second monitor as an extension of your Dell™ computer. ExpressCards support both the PCI Express and USB 2.0 standard. Express Service Code - DMTF - A group of ... with common rules and procedures for testing the accuracy of memory. docking device - Examples include video, modem, and sound cards. A channel that installs in which two physical computational units exist inside a single processor package, thereby increasing computing efficiency...
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See sound B battery problems, 49 replacing, 120 BIOS, 127 boot sequence about, 132 changing, 133 option settings, 132 booting to a USB device, 133 C cards installing PCI Express, 92 PCI Express, 91 removing PCI, 90 removing PCI Express, 97 CD/DVD drive problems,...tips, 30 how to, 29 copying DVDs general information, 28 helpful tips, 30 how to, 29 cover replacing, 121 D Dell contacting, 137 Dell Diagnostics, 68 Dell support site, 10 diagnostic lights, 65 diagnostics Dell, 68 lights, 65 documentation End User License Agreement, 9 ergonomics, 9 online, 10 Product Information Guide, 9 regulatory, 9...
See sound B battery problems, 49 replacing, 120 BIOS, 127 boot sequence about, 132 changing, 133 option settings, 132 booting to a USB device, 133 C cards installing PCI Express, 92 PCI Express, 91 removing PCI, 90 removing PCI Express, 97 CD/DVD drive problems,...tips, 30 how to, 29 copying DVDs general information, 28 helpful tips, 30 how to, 29 cover replacing, 121 D Dell contacting, 137 Dell Diagnostics, 68 Dell support site, 10 diagnostic lights, 65 diagnostics Dell, 68 lights, 65 documentation End User License Agreement, 9 ergonomics, 9 online, 10 Product Information Guide, 9 regulatory, 9...
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...screen, 56 CD drive, 50 CD-RW drive, 51 computer crashes, 55-56 computer stops responding, 55 Dell Diagnostics, 68 diagnostic lights, 65 drives, 50 DVD drive, 50 e-mail, 51 error messages, 53 general..., 55 hard drive, 51 Internet, 51 keyboard, 54 Media Card Reader, 54 memory, 57 modem, 51 monitor is blank, 62 monitor is hard to read, 63 mouse... state, 72 scanner, 60 screen is blank, 62 screen is hard to read, 63 software, 55-56 sound and speakers, 61 troubleshooting tips, 49 volume adjusting, 61 Product Information Guide, 9 Program Compatibility Wizard, 56 ...
...screen, 56 CD drive, 50 CD-RW drive, 51 computer crashes, 55-56 computer stops responding, 55 Dell Diagnostics, 68 diagnostic lights, 65 drives, 50 DVD drive, 50 e-mail, 51 error messages, 53 general..., 55 hard drive, 51 Internet, 51 keyboard, 54 Media Card Reader, 54 memory, 57 modem, 51 monitor is blank, 62 monitor is hard to read, 63 mouse... state, 72 scanner, 60 screen is blank, 62 screen is hard to read, 63 software, 55-56 sound and speakers, 61 troubleshooting tips, 49 volume adjusting, 61 Product Information Guide, 9 Program Compatibility Wizard, 56 ...