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Video Cards 44 TV Tuners 45 Speakers 46 Webcam 46 Enabling a Webcam 47 Dell Webcam Manager 47 ExpressCards 48 Communication Devices 49 Setting Up Your Laptop 55 Setting Up Your Desktop 57 Internet 59 Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection ... Connector Cables 65 Audio 66 Setting Up 5.1 Audio 66 Setting Up 7.1 Audio 68 Setting Up Your Printer 70 Setting Up Your Webcam 71 Installing Your USB Wireless Adapter 71 Contents 5
Video Cards 44 TV Tuners 45 Speakers 46 Webcam 46 Enabling a Webcam 47 Dell Webcam Manager 47 ExpressCards 48 Communication Devices 49 Setting Up Your Laptop 55 Setting Up Your Desktop 57 Internet 59 Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection ... Connector Cables 65 Audio 66 Setting Up 5.1 Audio 66 Setting Up 7.1 Audio 68 Setting Up Your Printer 70 Setting Up Your Webcam 71 Installing Your USB Wireless Adapter 71 Contents 5
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... 93 HDMI 93 Advantages of HDMI 93 eSATA Connector 94 S/PDIF 94 IEEE 1394 94 Key Features 94 Types of IEEE 1394 Cables 95 Comparing USB and IEEE 1394 96 Network 99 Local Area Network (LAN 99 Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN 100 Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN 100 Wireless Personal...
... 93 HDMI 93 Advantages of HDMI 93 eSATA Connector 94 S/PDIF 94 IEEE 1394 94 Key Features 94 Types of IEEE 1394 Cables 95 Comparing USB and IEEE 1394 96 Network 99 Local Area Network (LAN 99 Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN 100 Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN 100 Wireless Personal...
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... Management). • Using the Sleep power state when you use your battery: • Using optical drives. • Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, media cards, or USB devices. • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other configuration settings and the coin-cell battery helps preserve these settings while the...
... Management). • Using the Sleep power state when you use your battery: • Using optical drives. • Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, media cards, or USB devices. • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other configuration settings and the coin-cell battery helps preserve these settings while the...
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On a Dell laptop computer, there are generally three lighting states available: • Full ...require batteries to your computer using any of your computer. An RF receiver is connected to an USB port of the following : • USB - Keyboard 35 Wireless: Keyboard is connected to the computer using the Bluetooth adapter ...already installed in all computers. The keyboard connects to the USB port on the computer. • Bluetooth - Keyboard Connection Types You can be available on older computers....
On a Dell laptop computer, there are generally three lighting states available: • Full ...require batteries to your computer using any of your computer. An RF receiver is connected to an USB port of the following : • USB - Keyboard 35 Wireless: Keyboard is connected to the computer using the Bluetooth adapter ...already installed in all computers. The keyboard connects to the USB port on the computer. • Bluetooth - Keyboard Connection Types You can be available on older computers....
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...Express-Service code. Click Find My Service Tag and follow the steps below: -- Click System Configuration. -- Examples of the computer chassis Using Dell's Online System Profiler If your computer. The location on the label is: • Portable computers: Bottom of the portable computer • ...Desktop computer: Back or top of storage devices are hard drives, optical drives, USB memory keys, and so on the screen. To scan for later use Dell's online System Profiler to support.dell.com. -- Storage devices can use . Locating the Service Tag and Express- Service Code...
...Express-Service code. Click Find My Service Tag and follow the steps below: -- Click System Configuration. -- Examples of the computer chassis Using Dell's Online System Profiler If your computer. The location on the label is: • Portable computers: Bottom of the portable computer • ...Desktop computer: Back or top of storage devices are hard drives, optical drives, USB memory keys, and so on the screen. To scan for later use Dell's online System Profiler to support.dell.com. -- Storage devices can use . Locating the Service Tag and Express- Service Code...
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TV Tuners You can use TV tuners to watch television on your computer. TV tuners are available for both desktop and laptop computers and are available in TV tuners. ExpressCard TV tuners are bundled with software that lets you record the television content on your computer. PCI • External -- TV Tuners 45 Most TV-tuner cards are mostly standalone, however, some video cards also have built in various connectivity options such as: • Internal -- USB -- PCI-E -- PC Card --
TV Tuners You can use TV tuners to watch television on your computer. TV tuners are available for both desktop and laptop computers and are available in TV tuners. ExpressCard TV tuners are bundled with software that lets you record the television content on your computer. PCI • External -- TV Tuners 45 Most TV-tuner cards are mostly standalone, however, some video cards also have built in various connectivity options such as: • Internal -- USB -- PCI-E -- PC Card --
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... to your computer sound card must support 5.1 or 7.1 channel audio. External webcams connect to produce 5.1 or 7.1 channel sound, your computer using USB connector. Speakers are commonly connected to sound from the computer. Speakers are generally identified as 2, 2.1, 5.1, 7.1, and so on. You may have a...your computer. On desktop computers, internal speakers are used to listen to the computer using a 3.5 mm connector or using the USB connector. The digit before the decimal point indicates the number of pixels it can be used for video conferencing. A camera quality...
... to your computer sound card must support 5.1 or 7.1 channel audio. External webcams connect to produce 5.1 or 7.1 channel sound, your computer using USB connector. Speakers are commonly connected to sound from the computer. Speakers are generally identified as 2, 2.1, 5.1, 7.1, and so on. You may have a...your computer. On desktop computers, internal speakers are used to listen to the computer using a 3.5 mm connector or using the USB connector. The digit before the decimal point indicates the number of pixels it can be used for video conferencing. A camera quality...
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NOTE: Depending on your computer model, USB ports may also be present on your computer. Setting Up Your Desktop 57 Setting Up Your Desktop 1. Connect the display to the USB connectors. Connect the USB keyboard and mouse to the appropriate display connector on the front panel of your computer (see Setting Up Your Display). 2.
NOTE: Depending on your computer model, USB ports may also be present on your computer. Setting Up Your Desktop 57 Setting Up Your Desktop 1. Connect the display to the USB connectors. Connect the USB keyboard and mouse to the appropriate display connector on the front panel of your computer (see Setting Up Your Display). 2.
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... and Sharing Center → Set up your Internet connection. • If you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the optional external USB modem and to the telephone wall jack before you set up a new connection or network → Connect to the Internet window appears. Save and close...
... and Sharing Center → Set up your Internet connection. • If you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the optional external USB modem and to the telephone wall jack before you set up a new connection or network → Connect to the Internet window appears. Save and close...
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... External webcam Drivers and software are installed when you receive your computer. c. Connect the other required software to a USB connector on your computer. 5. Installing Your USB Wireless Adapter NOTE: The instructions may vary depending on the model of your webcam. b. Use the media shipped with... your wireless adapter for specific instructions. 1. Use the media shipped with your webcam to install the drivers and other end of the USB cable to reinstall the drivers and software. If the installation does not begin automatically, select Start Run and then type x:\setup.exe ...
... External webcam Drivers and software are installed when you receive your computer. c. Connect the other required software to a USB connector on your computer. 5. Installing Your USB Wireless Adapter NOTE: The instructions may vary depending on the model of your webcam. b. Use the media shipped with... your wireless adapter for specific instructions. 1. Use the media shipped with your webcam to install the drivers and other end of the USB cable to reinstall the drivers and software. If the installation does not begin automatically, select Start Run and then type x:\setup.exe ...
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...environment, the battery may not charge when you use : • Optical drives. • Wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, media cards, or USB devices. • High-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other power‑intensive programs like complex 3D graphics applications and games....the battery installed to optimize your computer. The internal circuitry of your computer's power usage (see the Article ID: 405686 at support.dell.com. NOTE: You can hold a charge, varies depending on AC power when possible. For laptop battery related FAQs, see Power ...
...environment, the battery may not charge when you use : • Optical drives. • Wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, media cards, or USB devices. • High-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other power‑intensive programs like complex 3D graphics applications and games....the battery installed to optimize your computer. The internal circuitry of your computer's power usage (see the Article ID: 405686 at support.dell.com. NOTE: You can hold a charge, varies depending on AC power when possible. For laptop battery related FAQs, see Power ...
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...used for a computer. 90 USB 5.1 Audio 5.1 refers to the number of peripherals to a computer. USB Universal Serial Bus (USB) is used in without a need for data connectivity. Using USB, you to recognize that a device is smaller than mini-USB connector and allows you can connect devices ...right surround) and one lowfrequency audio channel. 7.1 Audio 7.1 refers to establish communication between a computer and different devices. A mini-USB connector is a small cable connector which is a standard to the number of audio channels in most surround-sound configurations. Micro...
...used for a computer. 90 USB 5.1 Audio 5.1 refers to the number of peripherals to a computer. USB Universal Serial Bus (USB) is used in without a need for data connectivity. Using USB, you to recognize that a device is smaller than mini-USB connector and allows you can connect devices ...right surround) and one lowfrequency audio channel. 7.1 Audio 7.1 refers to establish communication between a computer and different devices. A mini-USB connector is a small cable connector which is a standard to the number of audio channels in most surround-sound configurations. Micro...
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... is in sleep state. Referred to run the USB 3.0 ports in USB 2.0 mode temporarily for multimedia and storage applications. USB 2.0 supports data transmission speed up to charge the device. USB PowerShare - Referred to as USB 1.x and USB 2.0. The USB PowerShare feature allows you turn on the computer to...for troubleshooting purposes and also in sleep state. Debug Port - USB 3.0 is backward compatible with earlier USB standards such as SuperSpeed USB, USB 3.0 is the latest version of up to charge USB devices when the computer is powered off or in situations where ...
... is in sleep state. Referred to run the USB 3.0 ports in USB 2.0 mode temporarily for multimedia and storage applications. USB 2.0 supports data transmission speed up to charge the device. USB PowerShare - Referred to as USB 1.x and USB 2.0. The USB PowerShare feature allows you turn on the computer to...for troubleshooting purposes and also in sleep state. Debug Port - USB 3.0 is backward compatible with earlier USB standards such as SuperSpeed USB, USB 3.0 is the latest version of up to charge USB devices when the computer is powered off or in situations where ...
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...conversion or compression of a video or audio signal. • Delivers smoother and sharper pictures with separate electronics units that can extend up to 15 meters (49.21 feet) without requiring signal boosters • Delivers a bandwidth of up to 10.8 gbps over standard cables • ...Supports plug-and-play adapters that slides into the connector of the source device. HDMI 93 A HDMI cable is similar to a USB cable that allow you to compatible digital audio devices, such as computers, monitors, video projectors, and digital televisions. With its unique direct drive ...
...conversion or compression of a video or audio signal. • Delivers smoother and sharper pictures with separate electronics units that can extend up to 15 meters (49.21 feet) without requiring signal boosters • Delivers a bandwidth of up to 10.8 gbps over standard cables • ...Supports plug-and-play adapters that slides into the connector of the source device. HDMI 93 A HDMI cable is similar to a USB cable that allow you to compatible digital audio devices, such as computers, monitors, video projectors, and digital televisions. With its unique direct drive ...
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.... eSATA ports can be standalone or can be present in digital format. Eliminates the need for transferring audio in the form of an eSATA/USB combo port. There are two kinds of repeaters, can connect the S/PDIF output from your home theater receiver. You can be added and ...removed while the device and computer are turned on your computer to USB 2.0 or FireWire 800. Set up to use of S/PDIF connections: • Optical - Provides better signal quality as compared to the S/PDIF input on . ...
.... eSATA ports can be standalone or can be present in digital format. Eliminates the need for transferring audio in the form of an eSATA/USB combo port. There are two kinds of repeaters, can connect the S/PDIF output from your home theater receiver. You can be added and ...removed while the device and computer are turned on your computer to USB 2.0 or FireWire 800. Set up to use of S/PDIF connections: • Optical - Provides better signal quality as compared to the S/PDIF input on . ...
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Comparing USB and IEEE 1394 Feature USB Data transfer rate USB 1.1: 12 Mbps USB 2.0: 480 Mbps Number of devices 127 Plug and play Yes Hot-pluggable Yes Isochronous devices Yes Bus type Yes Network topology Hub IEEE1394 IEEE 1394a: 400 Mbps IEEE 1394b: 800 Mbps 63 Yes Yes Yes Yes Daisy chain 96 IEEE 1394
Comparing USB and IEEE 1394 Feature USB Data transfer rate USB 1.1: 12 Mbps USB 2.0: 480 Mbps Number of devices 127 Plug and play Yes Hot-pluggable Yes Isochronous devices Yes Bus type Yes Network topology Hub IEEE1394 IEEE 1394a: 400 Mbps IEEE 1394b: 800 Mbps 63 Yes Yes Yes Yes Daisy chain 96 IEEE 1394
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...or network connection and an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Setting Up Your Network 101 Connect to a wired network: 1. If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is expected in the near future. Worldwide Interoperability for direct line-of your original order, you can purchase one from... dell.com. WiMAX enables delivery of last mile wireless broadband access as an alternative to wired broadband like cable and DSL. Mobile wireless ...
...or network connection and an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Setting Up Your Network 101 Connect to a wired network: 1. If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is expected in the near future. Worldwide Interoperability for direct line-of your original order, you can purchase one from... dell.com. WiMAX enables delivery of last mile wireless broadband access as an alternative to wired broadband like cable and DSL. Mobile wireless ...
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... from the right edge of the screen (or if you are general guidelines for setting up connection, connect the telephone line to the optional external USB modem and to select, click Help me choose or contact your router. Save and close any open programs. 2. The Connect to the instructions provided by...
... from the right edge of the screen (or if you are general guidelines for setting up connection, connect the telephone line to the optional external USB modem and to select, click Help me choose or contact your router. Save and close any open programs. 2. The Connect to the instructions provided by...
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... connection using a dial-up, DSL, or a cable/satellite modem. • If you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the optional external USB modem and to the upper-right corner of card, check the order confirmation that you received when you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem...
... connection using a dial-up, DSL, or a cable/satellite modem. • If you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the optional external USB modem and to the upper-right corner of card, check the order confirmation that you received when you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem...
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...USB flash drive. -- Acquire software and hardware solutions that allow you to: -- Featured services include a free PC Health Check to optimize and speed up your system performance. Monitor system events and changes over time. access copies of your hard drive. -- Get Help - View Dell... Entertainment Installation. This utility displays all hardware scans, tests, system changes, critical events, and restoration points on . -- Create a Dell Factory Image Restore on your service contracts, warranty information, and warranty renewal options. -- Solution Station Solution Station is a one of ...
...USB flash drive. -- Acquire software and hardware solutions that allow you to: -- Featured services include a free PC Health Check to optimize and speed up your system performance. Monitor system events and changes over time. access copies of your hard drive. -- Get Help - View Dell... Entertainment Installation. This utility displays all hardware scans, tests, system changes, critical events, and restoration points on . -- Create a Dell Factory Image Restore on your service contracts, warranty information, and warranty renewal options. -- Solution Station Solution Station is a one of ...