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... Problems 86 If Your Computer Gets Wet 87 If You Drop or Damage Your Computer 88 Drivers 88 What Is a Driver 88 Identifying Drivers 89 Reinstalling Drivers 89 Manually Reinstalling Drivers for Windows XP 91 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 92 Using System Restore 93 Creating a Restore Point...the Last System Restore 94 Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP 95 Before You Reinstall 95 Reinstalling Windows XP 95 8 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Add or Replace Parts 100 Memory 100 Modem 103 Hard Drive 104 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 106 Contents 7
... Problems 86 If Your Computer Gets Wet 87 If You Drop or Damage Your Computer 88 Drivers 88 What Is a Driver 88 Identifying Drivers 89 Reinstalling Drivers 89 Manually Reinstalling Drivers for Windows XP 91 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 92 Using System Restore 93 Creating a Restore Point...the Last System Restore 94 Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP 95 Before You Reinstall 95 Reinstalling Windows XP 95 8 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Add or Replace Parts 100 Memory 100 Modem 103 Hard Drive 104 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 106 Contents 7
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RE S T A R T T H E C O M P U T E R - NOTE: Selecting the connection method This computer connects directly to get the name of your wireless network along with Windows XP. C H E C K T H E N E T W O R K L I S T R A T O R - Be sure to the Internet enables the integrated firewall provided with any special...(LAN), you must have specific information about your network and cannot be provided by Dell. Ensure that your network administrator. Green indicates that the network adapter driver is loaded and the adapter is active. Connecting to Wireless Local Area Networks Before ...
RE S T A R T T H E C O M P U T E R - NOTE: Selecting the connection method This computer connects directly to get the name of your wireless network along with Windows XP. C H E C K T H E N E T W O R K L I S T R A T O R - Be sure to the Internet enables the integrated firewall provided with any special...(LAN), you must have specific information about your network and cannot be provided by Dell. Ensure that your network administrator. Green indicates that the network adapter driver is loaded and the adapter is active. Connecting to Wireless Local Area Networks Before ...
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...two categories - The User's Guide is also available on your Drivers, Utilities, and Applications CD (that broadcast to a Network in Windows XP Your wireless network card requires proper software and drivers in the User's Guide for your wireless card. An infrastructure network... uses routers or access points to which you are unsure of the type of network to connect several computers together. If the software is located on the Dell...
...two categories - The User's Guide is also available on your Drivers, Utilities, and Applications CD (that broadcast to a Network in Windows XP Your wireless network card requires proper software and drivers in the User's Guide for your wireless card. An infrastructure network... uses routers or access points to which you are unsure of the type of network to connect several computers together. If the software is located on the Dell...
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7 SECTION 7 Solving Problems Finding Solutions Accessing Help Error Messages Video and Display Problems Scanner Problems Drive Problems PC Card Problems General Program Problems Resolving Other Technical Problems If Your Computer Gets Wet If You Drop or Damage Your Computer Drivers Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using System Restore Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP
7 SECTION 7 Solving Problems Finding Solutions Accessing Help Error Messages Video and Display Problems Scanner Problems Drive Problems PC Card Problems General Program Problems Resolving Other Technical Problems If Your Computer Gets Wet If You Drop or Damage Your Computer Drivers Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using System Restore Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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... the driver, if necessary. Reinstalling Drivers NOTICE: The Dell Support website and your computer might not work correctly. If you experience a problem with your Microsoft® Windows® operating system. If an exclamation point is the source of your problem and to install drivers if:... steps in the following sections to identify whether the driver is next to the device name, you install or update a driver, use Windows XP Device Driver Rollback to reinstall the driver or install a new driver. Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback If a problem occurs on your operating system....
... the driver, if necessary. Reinstalling Drivers NOTICE: The Dell Support website and your computer might not work correctly. If you experience a problem with your Microsoft® Windows® operating system. If an exclamation point is the source of your problem and to install drivers if:... steps in the following sections to identify whether the driver is next to the device name, you install or update a driver, use Windows XP Device Driver Rollback to reinstall the driver or install a new driver. Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback If a problem occurs on your operating system....
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...3 From the Language drop-down menu in before you to install setup files. If it does not, start Windows Explorer, click your preferred language for which the new driver was in the toolbar, select your CD drive directory to the operating state it might prompt you installed the... automatically. A welcome screen appears. 90 So l vi n g Pro b l em s www.dell.com | support.dell.com To use System Restore (see page 93) does not resolve the problem, then reinstall the driver from the Drivers and Utilities CD. 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Insert...
...3 From the Language drop-down menu in before you to install setup files. If it does not, start Windows Explorer, click your preferred language for which the new driver was in the toolbar, select your CD drive directory to the operating state it might prompt you installed the... automatically. A welcome screen appears. 90 So l vi n g Pro b l em s www.dell.com | support.dell.com To use System Restore (see page 93) does not resolve the problem, then reinstall the driver from the Drivers and Utilities CD. 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Insert...
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... utilities. If no Install button is present, automatic installation is not an option. If instructed to navigate to the driver files, click the CD directory on the driver information window to begin installing the driver or utility. Under Search Criteria, select the appropriate categories from a list or specific location (Advanced) and click Next. 8 Click...
... utilities. If no Install button is present, automatic installation is not an option. If instructed to navigate to the driver files, click the CD directory on the driver information window to begin installing the driver or utility. Under Search Criteria, select the appropriate categories from a list or specific location (Advanced) and click Next. 8 Click...
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... device or a red X if the device has been disabled. 5 Double-click any conflict to resolve a hardware conflict on a computer running Windows XP: 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance and click System. 3 Click the Hardware tab and click... in the Search Results list. 4 In the Hardware Troubleshooter list, click I need to display the Properties window. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 9 When the name of the appropriate driver appears, click Next. 10 Click Finish and restart your computer. Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities...
... device or a red X if the device has been disabled. 5 Double-click any conflict to resolve a hardware conflict on a computer running Windows XP: 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance and click System. 3 Click the Hardware tab and click... in the Search Results list. 4 In the Hardware Troubleshooter list, click I need to display the Properties window. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 9 When the name of the appropriate driver appears, click Next. 10 Click Finish and restart your computer. Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities...
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...points appear in an undesirable operating state. Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State If problems occur after you install a device driver, use System Restore. NOTICE: Before you restore the computer to an earlier operating state, save and close all open files and close... Select a Restore Point screen provides a calendar that restore point is unsuccessful, then use Device Driver Rollback (see page 89) to resolve the problem. Using System Restore The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides System Restore to allow you to return your computer. See the...
...points appear in an undesirable operating state. Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State If problems occur after you install a device driver, use System Restore. NOTICE: Before you restore the computer to an earlier operating state, save and close all open files and close... Select a Restore Point screen provides a calendar that restore point is unsuccessful, then use Device Driver Rollback (see page 89) to resolve the problem. Using System Restore The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides System Restore to allow you to return your computer. See the...
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... key. The reinstallation process can overwrite files and possibly affect programs installed on your computer before you reinstall Windows XP. Therefore, do so by a Dell technical support representative. The options can take 1 to 2 hours to boot from CD message appears on your... hard drive. After the reinstallation is complete, you need to do not reinstall Windows XP unless instructed to reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program,...
... key. The reinstallation process can overwrite files and possibly affect programs installed on your computer before you reinstall Windows XP. Therefore, do so by a Dell technical support representative. The options can take 1 to 2 hours to boot from CD message appears on your... hard drive. After the reinstallation is complete, you need to do not reinstall Windows XP unless instructed to reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program,...
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...network adapter, this time and click Next. Reinstalling Drivers and Software 1 Reinstall the appropriate drivers (see page 89). 2 Reinstall your computer has a network adapter, click Typical in the Networking Settings screen and click Next. Windows XP installs the operating system components, configures the computer..., accept the default selections. screen appears, click No, not at this option does not appear. 7 If you are reinstalling Windows XP Professional, you are unsure of your other software programs. See the documentation that came with Microsoft? See the documentation that ...
...network adapter, this time and click Next. Reinstalling Drivers and Software 1 Reinstall the appropriate drivers (see page 89). 2 Reinstall your computer has a network adapter, click Typical in the Networking Settings screen and click Next. Windows XP installs the operating system components, configures the computer..., accept the default selections. screen appears, click No, not at this option does not appear. 7 If you are reinstalling Windows XP Professional, you are unsure of your other software programs. See the documentation that came with Microsoft? See the documentation that ...
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NOTE: You need the Drivers and Utilities CD for correct insertion; Hard Drive CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from the...slight bump can damage the drive. 104 Adding and Replacing Pa rts www.dell.com | support.dell.com screws (2) modem cable modem cable connector pull-tab 4 Connect the modem cable to install the Microsoft® Windows® operating system. NOTICE: The cable connectors are extremely fragile; You... into the connector on the system board. 6 Install the screws to secure the modem to install the drivers and utilities on , in standby mode, or in hibernate mode.
NOTE: You need the Drivers and Utilities CD for correct insertion; Hard Drive CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from the...slight bump can damage the drive. 104 Adding and Replacing Pa rts www.dell.com | support.dell.com screws (2) modem cable modem cable connector pull-tab 4 Connect the modem cable to install the Microsoft® Windows® operating system. NOTICE: The cable connectors are extremely fragile; You... into the connector on the system board. 6 Install the screws to secure the modem to install the drivers and utilities on , in standby mode, or in hibernate mode.
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... management adjusting settings, 32 QuickSet, 32 printer cable, 38 connecting, 37 setting up, 37 USB, 38 programs crashes, 86 not responding, 86 Q QuickSet, 32 R reinstalling drivers, 89 Windows XP, 95 S safety instructions, 11 scanner fixing problems, 83 security cable slot description, 25 system view, 25 160 Index
... management adjusting settings, 32 QuickSet, 32 printer cable, 38 connecting, 37 setting up, 37 USB, 38 programs crashes, 86 not responding, 86 Q QuickSet, 32 R reinstalling drivers, 89 Windows XP, 95 S safety instructions, 11 scanner fixing problems, 83 security cable slot description, 25 system view, 25 160 Index
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... 35 Hardware Troubleshooter, 92 network problems, 67 PC Card problems, 85 power problems, 45 program crash, 86 program stopped responding, 86 reinstalling Windows XP, 95 scanner problems, 83 System Restore, 93 unexpected characters, 53 wet computer, 87 turning off your computer, 40 V video connector ...description, 27 system view, 27 W warranty, 147 wet computer, 87 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 89 Hardware Troubleshooter, 92 help, 80 printer, 39 reinstalling, 95 System Restore, 93 wireless turning activity on and off, 32 U...
... 35 Hardware Troubleshooter, 92 network problems, 67 PC Card problems, 85 power problems, 45 program crash, 86 program stopped responding, 86 reinstalling Windows XP, 95 scanner problems, 83 System Restore, 93 unexpected characters, 53 wet computer, 87 turning off your computer, 40 V video connector ...description, 27 system view, 27 W warranty, 147 wet computer, 87 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 89 Hardware Troubleshooter, 92 help, 80 printer, 39 reinstalling, 95 System Restore, 93 wireless turning activity on and off, 32 U...
Inspiron 5100 and 5150 Owner's Manual
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... 86 Resolving Other Technical Problems 86 If Your Computer Gets Wet 87 If You Drop or Damage Your Computer 88 Drivers 88 What Is a Driver 88 Identifying Drivers 89 Reinstalling Drivers 89 Manually Reinstalling Drivers for Windows XP 91 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 92 Using System Restore 92 Creating a Restore Point 93 Restoring the Computer...
... 86 Resolving Other Technical Problems 86 If Your Computer Gets Wet 87 If You Drop or Damage Your Computer 88 Drivers 88 What Is a Driver 88 Identifying Drivers 89 Reinstalling Drivers 89 Manually Reinstalling Drivers for Windows XP 91 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 92 Using System Restore 92 Creating a Restore Point 93 Restoring the Computer...
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VERIFY THAT WINDOWS® RECOGNIZES THE PRINTER - 1 Click the Start button. 2 Click Control Panel. 38 Setting Up Yo ur Computer USB connector on computer USB printer cable USB ... the operating system setup if you have not already done so. 2 Install the printer driver if necessary. Ensure that came with your printer. 3 Attach the USB printer cable to the computer (see page 38). www.dell.com | support.dell.com Connecting a USB Printer NOTE: You can connect USB devices while the computer is...
VERIFY THAT WINDOWS® RECOGNIZES THE PRINTER - 1 Click the Start button. 2 Click Control Panel. 38 Setting Up Yo ur Computer USB connector on computer USB printer cable USB ... the operating system setup if you have not already done so. 2 Install the printer driver if necessary. Ensure that came with your printer. 3 Attach the USB printer cable to the computer (see page 38). www.dell.com | support.dell.com Connecting a USB Printer NOTE: You can connect USB devices while the computer is...
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If the status light is detecting activity. Be sure to get the name of your wireless network along with Windows XP. 4 Complete the checklist and required preparations, and return to the Network Setup Wizard. 5 Follow the instructions on to the network again. RE S T A R T T H E C O M P ...network. NOTE: Selecting the connection method This computer connects directly to Bluetooth™ or cellular products. Green indicates that the network adapter driver is loaded and the adapter is not green, try replacing the network cable. Verify that the network cable connector is active. 2 ...
If the status light is detecting activity. Be sure to get the name of your wireless network along with Windows XP. 4 Complete the checklist and required preparations, and return to the Network Setup Wizard. 5 Follow the instructions on to the network again. RE S T A R T T H E C O M P ...network. NOTE: Selecting the connection method This computer connects directly to Bluetooth™ or cellular products. Green indicates that the network adapter driver is loaded and the adapter is not green, try replacing the network cable. Verify that the network cable connector is active. 2 ...
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...use routers or access points and consists of computers that came with your Drivers, Utilities, and Applications CD (that broadcast to a Network in Windows XP Your wireless network card requires proper software and drivers in the "User's Guides-Network User's Guides" category. Connecting to one... another. This software is located on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 1 Click the Start button, ...
...use routers or access points and consists of computers that came with your Drivers, Utilities, and Applications CD (that broadcast to a Network in Windows XP Your wireless network card requires proper software and drivers in the "User's Guides-Network User's Guides" category. Connecting to one... another. This software is located on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 1 Click the Start button, ...
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7 SECTION 7 Solving Problems Finding Solutions Accessing Help Error Messages Video and Display Problems Scanner Problems Drive Problems PC Card Problems General Program Problems Resolving Other Technical Problems If Your Computer Gets Wet If You Drop or Damage Your Computer Drivers Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using System Restore Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP
7 SECTION 7 Solving Problems Finding Solutions Accessing Help Error Messages Video and Display Problems Scanner Problems Drive Problems PC Card Problems General Program Problems Resolving Other Technical Problems If Your Computer Gets Wet If You Drop or Damage Your Computer Drivers Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using System Restore Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP
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... a new device. So l vi n g Pro b l em s 89 If you install or update a driver, use Windows XP Device Driver Rollback to update the driver, if necessary. Reinstalling Drivers NOTICE: The Dell Support website and your Microsoft® Windows® operating system. You may need to install drivers if: • You upgrade your operating system. • You reinstall your problem...
... a new device. So l vi n g Pro b l em s 89 If you install or update a driver, use Windows XP Device Driver Rollback to update the driver, if necessary. Reinstalling Drivers NOTICE: The Dell Support website and your Microsoft® Windows® operating system. You may need to install drivers if: • You upgrade your operating system. • You reinstall your problem...