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Microsoft Windows Help and Support This information center provides instructions, hints, and general information about Microsoft Windows and explains how to perform. 3 If the specific task is not listed, use available features. To access Windows Help and Support: 1 Click Start or → Help and Support. 2 Click the topic or task ...
Microsoft Windows Help and Support This information center provides instructions, hints, and general information about Microsoft Windows and explains how to perform. 3 If the specific task is not listed, use available features. To access Windows Help and Support: 1 Click Start or → Help and Support. 2 Click the topic or task ...
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FOR MORE INFORMATION: See Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Information About Installed Hardware Device Manager Use the Device Manager to view a list of all devices installed on your computer and to learn more about how a specific device is configured. 26 Finding Information Control Panel To manage viewing features and computer functions, click Start or → Control Panel.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: See Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Information About Installed Hardware Device Manager Use the Device Manager to view a list of all devices installed on your computer and to learn more about how a specific device is configured. 26 Finding Information Control Panel To manage viewing features and computer functions, click Start or → Control Panel.
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... Export. 3 In File name, type the filename. 4 Select the file type from the Save as type drop-down menu. 5 Click Save. Finding Information 27 Device Specifications 1 Click Start or → All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ System Information. 2 Double click Components to expand the Components category. 3 Click the device...
... Export. 3 In File name, type the filename. 4 Select the file type from the Save as type drop-down menu. 5 Click Save. Finding Information 27 Device Specifications 1 Click Start or → All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ System Information. 2 Double click Components to expand the Components category. 3 Click the device...
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...available in the following sources: Device guides Windows Help and Support See Microsoft Windows Help and Support to access device guide for the specific wireless card installed in your computer. The device guide provides helpful information about wireless networking, see "Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile... Broadband)" on connections, and tutorials in the Search field. 3 Press . See Microsoft Windows Help and Support for a specific program: Windows Vista® 1 Click Start →Search. 2 Enter the name of the program and click Search. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To...
...available in the following sources: Device guides Windows Help and Support See Microsoft Windows Help and Support to access device guide for the specific wireless card installed in your computer. The device guide provides helpful information about wireless networking, see "Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile... Broadband)" on connections, and tutorials in the Search field. 3 Press . See Microsoft Windows Help and Support for a specific program: Windows Vista® 1 Click Start →Search. 2 Enter the name of the program and click Search. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To...
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..., move the slide bar to the left or right to decrease/increase the screen resolution. 5 Click Apply to set resolution HINT: To display a program at a specific resolution, both the video card and the display must support the resolution, and the necessary video drivers must be installed.
..., move the slide bar to the left or right to decrease/increase the screen resolution. 5 Click Apply to set resolution HINT: To display a program at a specific resolution, both the video card and the display must support the resolution, and the necessary video drivers must be installed.
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..., punctuation, and symbols • Control keys for performing certain actions: , , , and the Windows logo key • Function keys, labeled ,< F2>, , and so on, for performing specific tasks • Navigation keys for moving the cursor around in documents or windows: , , , , , , and arrow keys • Numeric keypad of a Device Problem" on page 265...
..., punctuation, and symbols • Control keys for performing certain actions: , , , and the Windows logo key • Function keys, labeled ,< F2>, , and so on, for performing specific tasks • Navigation keys for moving the cursor around in documents or windows: , , , , , , and arrow keys • Numeric keypad of a Device Problem" on page 265...
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Printers-Settings and Drivers Accessing Printer Information You can find information about your printer manufacturer's documentation for hardware-specific information. See your printer(s) through the Start button. From the Start menu, click Control Panel to access the hardware on your computer, including a list of printers connected to your computer. Printers-Settings and Drivers 71
Printers-Settings and Drivers Accessing Printer Information You can find information about your printer manufacturer's documentation for hardware-specific information. See your printer(s) through the Start button. From the Start menu, click Control Panel to access the hardware on your computer, including a list of printers connected to your computer. Printers-Settings and Drivers 71
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... page 149. A shared printer is one computer. Once your computer is connected to a network, you can use most often as the default printer.To set a specific printer as your default printer, right-click on the printer icon, and select Set as the default. A checkmark appears above the icon of the printer...
... page 149. A shared printer is one computer. Once your computer is connected to a network, you can use most often as the default printer.To set a specific printer as your default printer, right-click on the printer icon, and select Set as the default. A checkmark appears above the icon of the printer...
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... - Broadband access is not available at all locations. You can purchase your router for setting up a new LAN The following steps are general guidelines for specific details. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 151 A router connects computers and peripherals on page 151. • Router - a new line is used to provide the broadband... Internet access provided by ISPs-cable and DSL. What You Need to Set up access. Setting up a typical LAN. What you can choose between two specific types of broadband access offered by the broadband modem.
... - Broadband access is not available at all locations. You can purchase your router for setting up a new LAN The following steps are general guidelines for specific details. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 151 A router connects computers and peripherals on page 151. • Router - a new line is used to provide the broadband... Internet access provided by ISPs-cable and DSL. What You Need to Set up access. Setting up a typical LAN. What you can choose between two specific types of broadband access offered by the broadband modem.
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.... The Network Connection Wizard may start automatically, or you have Internet access through your broadband modem. 3 Install any software required for your computer to obtain specific information about connecting your router. Your router may vary based on the screen. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the connection requirements for setting...
.... The Network Connection Wizard may start automatically, or you have Internet access through your broadband modem. 3 Install any software required for your computer to obtain specific information about connecting your router. Your router may vary based on the screen. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the connection requirements for setting...
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Specific network names and configuration details vary. Windows Vista® 1 Click Start → Network. 2 Click Network and Sharing Center on the navigation bar at the top ... the desired network from the list and click Connect. Setting up a new Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about connecting your computer to a WLAN, see the device guides that you attempt to set up a wireless Internet connection. 3 Install any software required for...
Specific network names and configuration details vary. Windows Vista® 1 Click Start → Network. 2 Click Network and Sharing Center on the navigation bar at the top ... the desired network from the list and click Connect. Setting up a new Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about connecting your computer to a WLAN, see the device guides that you attempt to set up a wireless Internet connection. 3 Install any software required for...
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... a high-speed digital cellular network that provides Internet access over a much wider geographical area than a WLAN, which typically covers only from your cellular phone in a specific geographical location, that accompanied your card if you are able to make a call from 100 to 1000 feet.
... a high-speed digital cellular network that provides Internet access over a much wider geographical area than a WLAN, which typically covers only from your cellular phone in a specific geographical location, that accompanied your card if you are able to make a call from 100 to 1000 feet.
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... or in the documentation for scanning. NOTE: The light turns on or off . You can accomplish this task through: • Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager • System BIOS, available through the system setup program (see "Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Card With a Wireless Switch" ..."System Setup" on page 157). The wireless switch uses the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator to scan specifically for use when your computer is shipped to you, you can access the Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager from the Dell ControlPoint (DCP) application. To scan for a wireless network, ...
... or in the documentation for scanning. NOTE: The light turns on or off . You can accomplish this task through: • Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager • System BIOS, available through the system setup program (see "Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Card With a Wireless Switch" ..."System Setup" on page 157). The wireless switch uses the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator to scan specifically for use when your computer is shipped to you, you can access the Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager from the Dell ControlPoint (DCP) application. To scan for a wireless network, ...
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... in a designated file. • The Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP) settings allow exceptions check box to customize your security settings. The Advanced tab allows more specific settings. • The Network Connection Settings tab provides the option for use. 3 Check the Don't allow computers on Windows Firewall. A check box that a program was...
... in a designated file. • The Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP) settings allow exceptions check box to customize your security settings. The Advanced tab allows more specific settings. • The Network Connection Settings tab provides the option for use. 3 Check the Don't allow computers on Windows Firewall. A check box that a program was...
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... downloading files. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about individuals who do not protect their computers. Watch for Windows Vista, visit the Microsoft Catalog at specific targets. Some malware can record every key you can potentially harm your computer. Spyware and malware can use anti-spyware programs to secure, check, and...
... downloading files. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about individuals who do not protect their computers. Watch for Windows Vista, visit the Microsoft Catalog at specific targets. Some malware can record every key you can potentially harm your computer. Spyware and malware can use anti-spyware programs to secure, check, and...
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Read the Help sections for the specific search engine to learn how to use a search engine to search for Information on the Internet If you need to find information (a web page) on ...the Internet without actually knowing the web address, you can also be accomplished by pressing the key combination. To view a list of words you use specifically related words to help refine your list. Searching for information. HINT: When searching for in the Search field. 2 Press or click Go or Search (depending...
Read the Help sections for the specific search engine to learn how to use a search engine to search for Information on the Internet If you need to find information (a web page) on ...the Internet without actually knowing the web address, you can also be accomplished by pressing the key combination. To view a list of words you use specifically related words to help refine your list. Searching for information. HINT: When searching for in the Search field. 2 Press or click Go or Search (depending...
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... method for the computer display. The video card control panel may have a special video control panel with custom display settings. NOTE: To display a program at a specific resolution, both the video card and the display device must support the program, and the necessary video drivers must be installed. Connecting Your Computer to...
... method for the computer display. The video card control panel may have a special video control panel with custom display settings. NOTE: To display a program at a specific resolution, both the video card and the display device must support the program, and the necessary video drivers must be installed. Connecting Your Computer to...
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...pan mode. Before adjusting the refresh rate on the Settings tab of the screen, use the touch pad or track stick to resolve specific display problems. Accessing the Video Card Control Features For additional features and settings, click Advanced. To view the rest of the Display ... allows you to adjust the computer display. You may no longer be able to a TV and Adjusting Display Settings 245 For help with specific problems, click the Troubleshoot button from the Settings tab. Connecting Your Computer to increase the resolution above a certain level. Getting Help for ...
...pan mode. Before adjusting the refresh rate on the Settings tab of the screen, use the touch pad or track stick to resolve specific display problems. Accessing the Video Card Control Features For additional features and settings, click Advanced. To view the rest of the Display ... allows you to adjust the computer display. You may no longer be able to a TV and Adjusting Display Settings 245 For help with specific problems, click the Troubleshoot button from the Settings tab. Connecting Your Computer to increase the resolution above a certain level. Getting Help for ...
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This tab will display the manufacturer's name for the specific video card, the appropriate video card control panel is displayed. Connecting Your Computer to access a Multiple Displays Wizard for the Nvidia video card. 5 Launch the ...
This tab will display the manufacturer's name for the specific video card, the appropriate video card control panel is displayed. Connecting Your Computer to access a Multiple Displays Wizard for the Nvidia video card. 5 Launch the ...
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... DETECTED THAT DRIVE [0/1] ON THE [PRIMARY/SECONDARY] EIDE CONTROLLER IS OPERATING OUTSIDE OF NORMAL SPECIFICATIONS. IT IS ADVISABLE TO IMMEDIATELY BACK UP YOUR DATA AND REPLACE YOUR HARD DRIVE BY CALLING YOUR SUPPORT DESK OR D E L L. - PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST PERFORMANCE. WARNING: THE BATTERY CANNOT BE IDENTIFIED...
... DETECTED THAT DRIVE [0/1] ON THE [PRIMARY/SECONDARY] EIDE CONTROLLER IS OPERATING OUTSIDE OF NORMAL SPECIFICATIONS. IT IS ADVISABLE TO IMMEDIATELY BACK UP YOUR DATA AND REPLACE YOUR HARD DRIVE BY CALLING YOUR SUPPORT DESK OR D E L L. - PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST PERFORMANCE. WARNING: THE BATTERY CANNOT BE IDENTIFIED...