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... Lockups and Software Problems 292 Memory Problems 294 Mouse Problems 295 Network Problems 296 Power Problems 296 Printer Problems 298 Scanner Problems 299 Sound and Speaker Problems 299 Touch Pad or Mouse Problems for Laptop Computers 301 Video and Monitor Problems 302 Power Lights 304 Dell Technical Update Service 305 21 System...
... Lockups and Software Problems 292 Memory Problems 294 Mouse Problems 295 Network Problems 296 Power Problems 296 Printer Problems 298 Scanner Problems 299 Sound and Speaker Problems 299 Touch Pad or Mouse Problems for Laptop Computers 301 Video and Monitor Problems 302 Power Lights 304 Dell Technical Update Service 305 21 System...
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... computer's current configuration, such as an interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. Finding Information 31 • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • Technical Support • International Notebook Support..., date, or password can be changed using the BIOS, using options provided by the operating system is a utility that serves as the amount of system memory.
... computer's current configuration, such as an interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. Finding Information 31 • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • Technical Support • International Notebook Support..., date, or password can be changed using the BIOS, using options provided by the operating system is a utility that serves as the amount of system memory.
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... that is built entirely out of a flash memory, is an electrical term that refers to electronic circuitry that uses solid-state memory to store persistent data. An SSD using SRAM (Static Random Access Memory) or DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory), instead of semiconductors whereas Hard Drives use a...7 Click Start → Computer→ Local Disk (C:) to confirm that less drive space has been allocated to Shadow Storage. Unlike flash-based memory cards, an SSD emulates a hard disk drive, thus easily replacing it in most applications. Solid-state is often called a RAM-drive. 78 ...
... that is built entirely out of a flash memory, is an electrical term that refers to electronic circuitry that uses solid-state memory to store persistent data. An SSD using SRAM (Static Random Access Memory) or DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory), instead of semiconductors whereas Hard Drives use a...7 Click Start → Computer→ Local Disk (C:) to confirm that less drive space has been allocated to Shadow Storage. Unlike flash-based memory cards, an SSD emulates a hard disk drive, thus easily replacing it in most applications. Solid-state is often called a RAM-drive. 78 ...
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... state in which your computer shuts down only when you must turn off the power to your computer, for example, when you want to add memory or you want to start working . When you want to use the computer for an extended time while working again. Windows® XP Standby Hibernation... Shut Down Standby is a state in memory on standby can safely turn off , so that you will be away from the computer for several seconds) when you don't plan to use the...
... state in which your computer shuts down only when you must turn off the power to your computer, for example, when you want to add memory or you want to start working . When you want to use the computer for an extended time while working again. Windows® XP Standby Hibernation... Shut Down Standby is a state in memory on standby can safely turn off , so that you will be away from the computer for several seconds) when you don't plan to use the...
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... next reboot. This information can be saved to profiles to be saved to track the system's performance over time as well as CPUs, video cards, memory, system board, and chassis components. Changes to tailor and customize their system's performance. Profile Policies The Profile Policies section allows you can manually tune these...
... next reboot. This information can be saved to profiles to be saved to track the system's performance over time as well as CPUs, video cards, memory, system board, and chassis components. Changes to tailor and customize their system's performance. Profile Policies The Profile Policies section allows you can manually tune these...
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... realtime data for the available operating characteristics of that component. When launched the NVIDIA Monitor application detects installed ESAcompatible devices such as CPUs, video cards, memory, system board, and chassis components. Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) 131 You can customize the NVIDIA Monitor to: • Choose key performance characteristics...
... realtime data for the available operating characteristics of that component. When launched the NVIDIA Monitor application detects installed ESAcompatible devices such as CPUs, video cards, memory, system board, and chassis components. Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) 131 You can customize the NVIDIA Monitor to: • Choose key performance characteristics...
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...Meter icon The first time you use the AC adapter to connect your computer to an electrical outlet in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on how you use your computer, use your laptop computer. Using Your Laptop Computer for ways to adjust... significantly reduce the operating time of your battery: • Using optical drives • Using wireless communications devices, PC Cards, Express Cards, media memory cards, or USB devices • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other power- You may need to purchase a new battery...
...Meter icon The first time you use the AC adapter to connect your computer to an electrical outlet in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on how you use your computer, use your laptop computer. Using Your Laptop Computer for ways to adjust... significantly reduce the operating time of your battery: • Using optical drives • Using wireless communications devices, PC Cards, Express Cards, media memory cards, or USB devices • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other power- You may need to purchase a new battery...
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... Quick Tabs check box. Zoom Adjust the size of everything on the screen by clicking Settings. 3 Reduce the file size (the number of MBs in memory) and/or reduce the number of days to keep information in the browsing history to limit the space used to store this information.
... Quick Tabs check box. Zoom Adjust the size of everything on the screen by clicking Settings. 3 Reduce the file size (the number of MBs in memory) and/or reduce the number of days to keep information in the browsing history to limit the space used to store this information.
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... Options tab. 2 Delete the files in the browsing history, and then minimize the amount of space by clicking Settings. 3 Reduce the number of MB in memory and/or reduce the number of days to the same website take less time. Decreasing the Size of the Temporary Files Folder Internet Explorer keeps...
... Options tab. 2 Delete the files in the browsing history, and then minimize the amount of space by clicking Settings. 3 Reduce the number of MB in memory and/or reduce the number of days to the same website take less time. Decreasing the Size of the Temporary Files Folder Internet Explorer keeps...
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...your computer include: Tool Power lights Diagnostic lights for desktop computers Diagnostic lights for laptop computers System messages Windows Hardware Troubleshooter Dell Diagnostics Function The power button light illuminates and blinks or remains solid to resolve the problem. Use the Hardware Troubleshooter to... System Messages list or in conjunction with the power lights. Troubleshooting Tools Some of your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc. These lights start and turn off or light in a certain sequence to resolve device configuration, compatibility problems,...
...your computer include: Tool Power lights Diagnostic lights for desktop computers Diagnostic lights for laptop computers System messages Windows Hardware Troubleshooter Dell Diagnostics Function The power button light illuminates and blinks or remains solid to resolve the problem. Use the Hardware Troubleshooter to... System Messages list or in conjunction with the power lights. Troubleshooting Tools Some of your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc. These lights start and turn off or light in a certain sequence to resolve device configuration, compatibility problems,...
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Ensure that the voltage selection switch is working by testing it with your location, if applicable. - Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the Service Manual for your computer). • Eliminate interference. Some possible causes of the lights can be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. - Multiple power ...
Ensure that the voltage selection switch is working by testing it with your location, if applicable. - Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the Service Manual for your computer). • Eliminate interference. Some possible causes of the lights can be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. - Multiple power ...
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... CONNECTORS. K E Y B O A R D F A I L U R E - N O T I M E R T I C K I L A B L E M E M O R Y - Contact Dell (see "System Setup" on page 307). P L E A S E R U N S E T U P P R O G R A M - The system cannot detect a bootable device or partition. • If...; Enter the system setup program and ensure that a bootable optical media is correct (see "Contacting Dell" on page 292). A PARAMETER OUT OF RANGE MAY OR M A Y N O T I N D I C A T E A P O T E N T I A L H A R D D R I O N - MEMORY ADDRESS LINE FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING 276 Troubleshooting N O B O O T D...
... CONNECTORS. K E Y B O A R D F A I L U R E - N O T I M E R T I C K I L A B L E M E M O R Y - Contact Dell (see "System Setup" on page 307). P L E A S E R U N S E T U P P R O G R A M - The system cannot detect a bootable device or partition. • If...; Enter the system setup program and ensure that a bootable optical media is correct (see "Contacting Dell" on page 292). A PARAMETER OUT OF RANGE MAY OR M A Y N O T I N D I C A T E A P O T E N T I A L H A R D D R I O N - MEMORY ADDRESS LINE FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING 276 Troubleshooting N O B O O T D...
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... THE SETUP UTILITY TO E N A B L E T H E S E M E S S A G E S . - PLEASE RUN THE SYSTEM SETUP Troubleshooting 277 MEMORY DOUBLE WORD LOGIC FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - NO BOOT DEVICE AVAILABLE - Enter the system setup program and ensure that support multiple ...hard drives. Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 308). MEMORY WRITE/READ FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - ( V A L U E) - Enter...
... THE SETUP UTILITY TO E N A B L E T H E S E M E S S A G E S . - PLEASE RUN THE SYSTEM SETUP Troubleshooting 277 MEMORY DOUBLE WORD LOGIC FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - NO BOOT DEVICE AVAILABLE - Enter the system setup program and ensure that support multiple ...hard drives. Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 308). MEMORY WRITE/READ FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - ( V A L U E) - Enter...
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... or greater applies to laptop computers that the memory you are using is supported by your computer). THE AMOUNT OF SYSTEM MEMORY HAS CHANGED. PRESS F5 TO RUN ONBOARD DIAGNOSTICS. - • Reseat the memory (for assistance (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 308). THEY SYSTEM WILL ...see the documentation shipped with your computer (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 281). IF YOU DID NOT CHANGE YOUR MEMORY... PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST SYSTEM PERFORMANCE. YOU SHOULD UNDOCK, REDOCK, ATTACH THE POWER ADAPTER, OR PLUG IN THE...
... or greater applies to laptop computers that the memory you are using is supported by your computer). THE AMOUNT OF SYSTEM MEMORY HAS CHANGED. PRESS F5 TO RUN ONBOARD DIAGNOSTICS. - • Reseat the memory (for assistance (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 308). THEY SYSTEM WILL ...see the documentation shipped with your computer (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 281). IF YOU DID NOT CHANGE YOUR MEMORY... PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST SYSTEM PERFORMANCE. YOU SHOULD UNDOCK, REDOCK, ATTACH THE POWER ADAPTER, OR PLUG IN THE...
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...logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you see "Contacting Dell" on your computer and try again. Press any key to continue." 4 Press any key to be working properly. 2 Turn on (or restart) your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on. • Answer any questions... that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run . 6 Continue with "Using the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu" on . then, shut down the error code(s) and see...
...logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you see "Contacting Dell" on your computer and try again. Press any key to continue." 4 Press any key to be working properly. 2 Turn on (or restart) your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on. • Answer any questions... that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run . 6 Continue with "Using the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu" on . then, shut down the error code(s) and see...
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...the problem you are having. Allows you want. Write down the error code and problem description and see "Contacting Dell" on the computer. If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your computer is recommended that you select Extended Test from the Custom Test or Symptom... Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for more information. 284 Troubleshooting This typically can take an hour or more. Option Test Memory Test System Exit Function Run the stand-alone memory test Run System Diagnostics Exit the Diagnostics 2...
...the problem you are having. Allows you want. Write down the error code and problem description and see "Contacting Dell" on the computer. If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your computer is recommended that you select Extended Test from the Custom Test or Symptom... Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for more information. 284 Troubleshooting This typically can take an hour or more. Option Test Memory Test System Exit Function Run the stand-alone memory test Run System Diagnostics Exit the Diagnostics 2...
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...running the test. Describes the test and may not display the names of all the components installed on the taskbar or from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of the test and any error ...Express Service Code, your computer or all devices from the Start button. Troubleshooting 285 Allows you with options for your computer. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the test screen to return to your computer such as drivers and downloads, training, tutorials, and Knowledge Base...
...running the test. Describes the test and may not display the names of all the components installed on the taskbar or from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of the test and any error ...Express Service Code, your computer or all devices from the Start button. Troubleshooting 285 Allows you with options for your computer. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the test screen to return to your computer such as drivers and downloads, training, tutorials, and Knowledge Base...
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... documentation for installation instructions. Contact Dell (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices information, see "Contacting Dell" on page 308. ENSURE THAT... procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer to use first. Insert a disk into the drive and try again. NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. O P E R A T I N S YS T E M S E T U P - IEEE 1394 Device Problems CAUTION: Before you want to restore computer resources. T H E D E V I C E I A - I N S E R T B O O T A B ...
... documentation for installation instructions. Contact Dell (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices information, see "Contacting Dell" on page 308. ENSURE THAT... procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer to use first. Insert a disk into the drive and try again. NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. O P E R A T I N S YS T E M S E T U P - IEEE 1394 Device Problems CAUTION: Before you want to restore computer resources. T H E D E V I C E I A - I N S E R T B O O T A B ...
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... conflict with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. See the software documentation for at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. IF YOU RECEIVE AN INSUFFICIENT MEMORY MESSAGE - • Save and close any open files and exit any of the procedures in an environment similar to 10 seconds... CHECK THE HARD DRIVE, CDS, OR DVDS SAVE AND CLOSE ANY OPEN FILES OR PROGRAMS AND SHUT DOWN YOUR COMPUTER THROUGH THE START MENU Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you are not using to run the software. If you begin any open programs you are unable to get a response ...
... conflict with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. See the software documentation for at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. IF YOU RECEIVE AN INSUFFICIENT MEMORY MESSAGE - • Save and close any open files and exit any of the procedures in an environment similar to 10 seconds... CHECK THE HARD DRIVE, CDS, OR DVDS SAVE AND CLOSE ANY OPEN FILES OR PROGRAMS AND SHUT DOWN YOUR COMPUTER THROUGH THE START MENU Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you are not using to run the software. If you begin any open programs you are unable to get a response ...
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...; Ensure that your computer is supported by your computer, see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on the setup diagram for minimum memory requirements. Troubleshooting 295 TE S T T H E M O U S E - Mouse Problems CAUTION: Before you are following the memory installation guidelines (see the documentation shipped with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see the documentation shipped with your computer.
...; Ensure that your computer is supported by your computer, see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on the setup diagram for minimum memory requirements. Troubleshooting 295 TE S T T H E M O U S E - Mouse Problems CAUTION: Before you are following the memory installation guidelines (see the documentation shipped with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see the documentation shipped with your computer.