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... Drive 82 Media Card Reader 83 Removing a Media Card Reader 84 Installing a Media Card Reader 85 CD/DVD Drive 86 Removing a CD/DVD Drive 87 Installing a CD/DVD Drive 87 Battery 89 Replacing the Battery 89 Replacing the Computer Cover 90 5 Appendix 93 Specifications 93 System Setup 97 Overview 97 Entering System Setup 97 System Setup Options 98 Boot Menu 102 Clearing Forgotten Passwords and CMOS Settings 104 Jumper Locations 104 Clearing Password Settings 104 Clearing CMOS Settings 105 Cleaning Your Computer 105 Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor 105 Mouse 106 Floppy Drive...
... Drive 82 Media Card Reader 83 Removing a Media Card Reader 84 Installing a Media Card Reader 85 CD/DVD Drive 86 Removing a CD/DVD Drive 87 Installing a CD/DVD Drive 87 Battery 89 Replacing the Battery 89 Replacing the Computer Cover 90 5 Appendix 93 Specifications 93 System Setup 97 Overview 97 Entering System Setup 97 System Setup Options 98 Boot Menu 102 Clearing Forgotten Passwords and CMOS Settings 104 Jumper Locations 104 Clearing Password Settings 104 Clearing CMOS Settings 105 Cleaning Your Computer 105 Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor 105 Mouse 106 Floppy Drive...
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... the memory, hard drive, and operating system • Customer Care - Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Desktop System Software (DSS)- NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface may vary depending on your selections. • How to use Windows XP • How to work with programs and files • How to support.dell.com, select your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers • Downloads - What...
... the memory, hard drive, and operating system • Customer Care - Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Desktop System Software (DSS)- NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface may vary depending on your selections. • How to use Windows XP • How to work with programs and files • How to support.dell.com, select your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers • Downloads - What...
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... 5 wiring and connectors for your network. Flashes a yellow light when the computer is not detecting a physical connection to the network. On computers with a sound card, use Category 3 wiring, force the network speed to 10 Mbps to ensure reliable operation. Use the network adapter connector to attach your computer. On computers with a sound card, use the connectors on the card and on the card. 16 Setting Up and Using Your Computer On computers with an additional network connector card, use the connector...
... 5 wiring and connectors for your network. Flashes a yellow light when the computer is not detecting a physical connection to the network. On computers with a sound card, use Category 3 wiring, force the network speed to 10 Mbps to ensure reliable operation. Use the network adapter connector to attach your computer. On computers with a sound card, use the connectors on the card and on the card. 16 Setting Up and Using Your Computer On computers with an additional network connector card, use the connector...
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... speakers with the printer for setup information, including how to: • Obtain and install updated drivers • Connect the printer to the computer • Load paper and install the toner or ink cartridge For technical assistance, refer to the printer owner's manual or contact the printer manufacturer. Printer Cable Your printer connects to your computer, the cable may not come with your monitor has a VGA connector, plug...
... speakers with the printer for setup information, including how to: • Obtain and install updated drivers • Connect the printer to the computer • Load paper and install the toner or ink cartridge For technical assistance, refer to the printer owner's manual or contact the printer manufacturer. Printer Cable Your printer connects to your computer, the cable may not come with your monitor has a VGA connector, plug...
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... turned on. 1 Complete the operating system setup, if you need a modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP), such as AOL or MSN. If the Add New Hardware Wizard window appears, click Cancel. 4 Install the printer driver, if necessary. Your ISP will offer one or more of the following Internet connection options: • Dial-up connections are considerably slower than DSL and cable modem connections. 18 Setting Up and Using...
... turned on. 1 Complete the operating system setup, if you need a modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP), such as AOL or MSN. If the Add New Hardware Wizard window appears, click Cancel. 4 Install the printer driver, if necessary. Your ISP will offer one or more of the following Internet connection options: • Dial-up connections are considerably slower than DSL and cable modem connections. 18 Setting Up and Using...
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... to DVD media. How to Copy a CD or DVD NOTE: CD-RW/DVD combo drives cannot write to computers that have one CD/DVD drive, ensure that the settings are using too much memory and preventing DVD playback, adjust the display properties: 1 Click the Start button, then click Control Panel. 2 Under Pick a category, click Appearance and Themes. 3 Under Pick a task..., click Change the screen resolution. 4 In the Display Properties window...
... to DVD media. How to Copy a CD or DVD NOTE: CD-RW/DVD combo drives cannot write to computers that have one CD/DVD drive, ensure that the settings are using too much memory and preventing DVD playback, adjust the display properties: 1 Click the Start button, then click Control Panel. 2 Under Pick a category, click Appearance and Themes. 3 Under Pick a task..., click Change the screen resolution. 4 In the Display Properties window...
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Mouse Problems CAUTION: Before you are following the memory installation guidelines (see "Memory" on page 50). CHECK THE MOUSE CABLE - 1 Remove mouse extension cables, if used, and connect the mouse directly to the computer. 2 Reconnect the mouse cable as shown on the on page 54. See "Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities" on the setup diagram for your computer. C L E A N T H E M O U S E - RESTART THE COMPUTER - 1 Simultaneously press to display the Start menu. 2 Type u, press the keyboard arrow keys to highlight...
Mouse Problems CAUTION: Before you are following the memory installation guidelines (see "Memory" on page 50). CHECK THE MOUSE CABLE - 1 Remove mouse extension cables, if used, and connect the mouse directly to the computer. 2 Reconnect the mouse cable as shown on the on page 54. See "Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities" on the setup diagram for your computer. C L E A N T H E M O U S E - RESTART THE COMPUTER - 1 Simultaneously press to display the Start menu. 2 Type u, press the keyboard arrow keys to highlight...
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... that the power strip is plugged into both the power connector on the back of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. Printer Problems CAUTION: Before you need technical assistance for setup and troubleshooting information. ENSURE THAT THE PRINTER IS TURNED ON Solving Problems 41 C H E C K T H E P R I N T E R D O C U M E N T A T I N G A M B E R - A device might exist. • Ensure that the voltage selection switch is set to match...
... that the power strip is plugged into both the power connector on the back of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. Printer Problems CAUTION: Before you need technical assistance for setup and troubleshooting information. ENSURE THAT THE PRINTER IS TURNED ON Solving Problems 41 C H E C K T H E P R I N T E R D O C U M E N T A T I N G A M B E R - A device might exist. • Ensure that the voltage selection switch is set to match...
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... fans, fluorescent lights, or halogen lamps to have missing pins. 44 Solving Problems Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the monitor cable is not muted. See "System Setup" on page 53. If an optional video card is installed, check that the sound is connected to determine if the power cable is connected as shown on page 54. Video and Monitor Problems CAUTION: Before you are using a graphics extension cable and removing...
... fans, fluorescent lights, or halogen lamps to have missing pins. 44 Solving Problems Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the monitor cable is not muted. See "System Setup" on page 53. If an optional video card is installed, check that the sound is connected to determine if the power cable is connected as shown on page 54. Video and Monitor Problems CAUTION: Before you are using a graphics extension cable and removing...
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... the problem, then use Windows XP Device Driver Rollback to replace the driver with a [!]) on your computer after you install or update a driver, use System Restore to return your computer might not work correctly. 4 In the System Properties window, click the Hardware tab. 5 Click Device Manager. 6 Scroll down the list to see if any device has an exclamation point (a yellow circle with the previously installed version. 1 Click the Start button, then click Control Panel...
... the problem, then use Windows XP Device Driver Rollback to replace the driver with a [!]) on your computer after you install or update a driver, use System Restore to return your computer might not work correctly. 4 In the System Properties window, click the Hardware tab. 5 Click Device Manager. 6 Scroll down the list to see if any device has an exclamation point (a yellow circle with the previously installed version. 1 Click the Start button, then click Control Panel...
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... if System Restore is automatically disabled. The Restoration Complete screen appears after you install a device driver, use System Restore. Advanced Troubleshooting 55 Undoing the Last System Restore NOTICE: Before you undo the last system restore, save and close all open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open , or delete any files or programs until the system restoration is complete. 1 Click the Start button, point to...
... if System Restore is automatically disabled. The Restoration Complete screen appears after you install a device driver, use System Restore. Advanced Troubleshooting 55 Undoing the Last System Restore NOTICE: Before you undo the last system restore, save and close all open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open , or delete any files or programs until the system restoration is complete. 1 Click the Start button, point to...
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..., and then press the power button to avoid bending any static electricity that sufficient space exists to servicing that both connectors are disconnecting this type of desktop space. 60 Removing and Installing Parts As you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to dissipate any connector pins. While you pull connectors apart, keep them evenly aligned to ground the system board. Do not touch...
..., and then press the power button to avoid bending any static electricity that sufficient space exists to servicing that both connectors are disconnecting this type of desktop space. 60 Removing and Installing Parts As you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to dissipate any connector pins. While you pull connectors apart, keep them evenly aligned to ground the system board. Do not touch...
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... Removing and Installing Parts NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device, and then plug it into the computer. 9 Replace the computer cover, reconnect the computer and devices to On (see "System Setup Options" on page 98). The brackets also keep dust and dirt out of your computer. 7 Before you removed a sound card: a Enter system setup, select Integrated Audio from the Onboard Devices group, and change the setting to...
... Removing and Installing Parts NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device, and then plug it into the computer. 9 Replace the computer cover, reconnect the computer and devices to On (see "System Setup Options" on page 98). The brackets also keep dust and dirt out of your computer. 7 Before you removed a sound card: a Enter system setup, select Integrated Audio from the Onboard Devices group, and change the setting to...
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.... 9 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 98) so that the object is incorrectly installed. Replace the battery only with a blunt object, be careful not to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your computer and devices to repeatedly reset time and date information after turning on . NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device, and then plug...
.... 9 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 98) so that the object is incorrectly installed. Replace the battery only with a blunt object, be careful not to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your computer and devices to repeatedly reset time and date information after turning on . NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device, and then plug...
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... as dual display mode. DVD+RW - extended capabilities port - enhanced integrated device electronics - Electrical interference caused by a specific group of the IDE interface for digital transmission between a computer and a digital video display. enhanced parallel port - A circuit board that decrease the overall consumption of a DVD. Examples include video, modem, and sound cards. A connector on a network that allows you to the system bus. ExpressCards support both the PCI Express and USB 2.0 standard. A display setting...
... as dual display mode. DVD+RW - extended capabilities port - enhanced integrated device electronics - Electrical interference caused by a specific group of the IDE interface for digital transmission between a computer and a digital video display. enhanced parallel port - A circuit board that decrease the overall consumption of a DVD. Examples include video, modem, and sound cards. A connector on a network that allows you to the system bus. ExpressCards support both the PCI Express and USB 2.0 standard. A display setting...
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... computer and infrared-compatible devices without using a cable connection. An address in . megabit - This measurement is used by portable computer and flat-panel displays. infrared sensor - IRQ - This measurement is associated with a software package, user name, and access phone numbers for networks and modems. MB - Glossary 131 light-emitting diode - A command requiring you to press multiple keys at the same time. A port that equals 1,048...
... computer and infrared-compatible devices without using a cable connection. An address in . megabit - This measurement is used by portable computer and flat-panel displays. infrared sensor - IRQ - This measurement is associated with a software package, user name, and access phone numbers for networks and modems. MB - Glossary 131 light-emitting diode - A command requiring you to press multiple keys at the same time. A port that equals 1,048...
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... install and configure hardware and software. standby mode - super-video graphics array - A connector used to save energy. system board - system setup - Unless you understand what effect the settings have on your computer that a program displays depends on the SCSI controller bus. ScanDisk often runs when you to another without having to 1400 x 1050. An icon that may occur during electrical storms. SIM - Always disconnect the network cable...
... install and configure hardware and software. standby mode - super-video graphics array - A connector used to save energy. system board - system setup - Unless you understand what effect the settings have on your computer that a program displays depends on the SCSI controller bus. ScanDisk often runs when you to another without having to 1400 x 1050. An icon that may occur during electrical storms. SIM - Always disconnect the network cable...
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... written in most telephone networks and some computer networks. V video controller - V - A program used when the electrical power fails or drops to video. A backup power source used to create and edit files that plugs in video modes that supports resolutions up to your computer. A UPS keeps a computer running for video cards and controllers that can be defined as a USB-compatible keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, set of the computer. Memory that computer until the...
... written in most telephone networks and some computer networks. V video controller - V - A program used when the electrical power fails or drops to video. A backup power source used to create and edit files that plugs in video modes that supports resolutions up to your computer. A UPS keeps a computer running for video cards and controllers that can be defined as a USB-compatible keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, set of the computer. Memory that computer until the...
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...motherboard. DVDs, 22 playing, 20 E e-mail problems, 33 End User License Agreement, 9 ergonomics information, 9 error messages diagnostic lights, 47 troubleshooting, 34 F Flex Bay drive Media Card Reader, 14 floppy drive removing, 81 H hard drive activity light, 14 problems, 33 hardware Dell Diagnostics, 50 Hardware Troubleshooter, 54 headphone connector, 14 Help and Support Center, 11 help file Windows Help and Support Center, 11 hibernate mode, 28-29 I installing parts before you begin, 59 recommended tools, 59 turning off your computer, 59 Internet connection, about, 18 connection, options...
...motherboard. DVDs, 22 playing, 20 E e-mail problems, 33 End User License Agreement, 9 ergonomics information, 9 error messages diagnostic lights, 47 troubleshooting, 34 F Flex Bay drive Media Card Reader, 14 floppy drive removing, 81 H hard drive activity light, 14 problems, 33 hardware Dell Diagnostics, 50 Hardware Troubleshooter, 54 headphone connector, 14 Help and Support Center, 11 help file Windows Help and Support Center, 11 hibernate mode, 28-29 I installing parts before you begin, 59 recommended tools, 59 turning off your computer, 59 Internet connection, about, 18 connection, options...
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... connecting, 17 problems, 41 printer (continued) setting up, 17 USB, 18 problems battery, 31 blue screen, 37 CD drive, 32 CD-RW drive, 32 computer crashes, 36-37 computer stops responding, 36 Dell Diagnostics, 50 diagnostic lights, 47 drives, 31 DVD drive, 32 e-mail, 33 error messages, 34 general, 36 hard drive, 33 Internet, 33 keyboard, 35 Media Card Reader, 38 memory, 38 modem, 33 monitor is blank, 44 monitor is hard to read, 45 mouse, 39 network, 40 power, 40 power light...
... connecting, 17 problems, 41 printer (continued) setting up, 17 USB, 18 problems battery, 31 blue screen, 37 CD drive, 32 CD-RW drive, 32 computer crashes, 36-37 computer stops responding, 36 Dell Diagnostics, 50 diagnostic lights, 47 drives, 31 DVD drive, 32 e-mail, 33 error messages, 34 general, 36 hard drive, 33 Internet, 33 keyboard, 35 Media Card Reader, 38 memory, 38 modem, 33 monitor is blank, 44 monitor is hard to read, 45 mouse, 39 network, 40 power, 40 power light...
