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... to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are trademarks of EMC Corporation; ENERGY STAR is used in any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2005-2007 Dell Inc. Abbreviations and Acronyms For a complete list of your computer. If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any proprietary interest in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, Dell Precision, Dimension...
... to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are trademarks of EMC Corporation; ENERGY STAR is used in any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2005-2007 Dell Inc. Abbreviations and Acronyms For a complete list of your computer. If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any proprietary interest in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, Dell Precision, Dimension...
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...Touch Pad 35 Numeric Keypad 35 Key Combinations 36 System Functions 36 Display Functions 36 Power Management 36 Speaker Functions 36 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions 37 Adjusting Keyboard Settings 37 Touch Pad 38 Customizing the Touch Pad 38 5 Using a Battery 39 ...Battery Performance 39 Checking the Battery Charge 40 Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter 40 Microsoft Windows Power Meter 40 Charge Gauge 40 Low-Battery Warning 41 Conserving Battery Power 41 Power Management Modes 41 Configuring Power...
...Touch Pad 35 Numeric Keypad 35 Key Combinations 36 System Functions 36 Display Functions 36 Power Management 36 Speaker Functions 36 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions 37 Adjusting Keyboard Settings 37 Touch Pad 38 Customizing the Touch Pad 38 5 Using a Battery 39 ...Battery Performance 39 Checking the Battery Charge 40 Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter 40 Microsoft Windows Power Meter 40 Charge Gauge 40 Low-Battery Warning 41 Conserving Battery Power 41 Power Management Modes 41 Configuring Power...
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Computer Tracking Software 62 If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen 62 10 Solving Problems 63 Dell Diagnostics 63 Drive Problems 66 CD and DVD drive problems 66 If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, DVD, or DVD+RW drive tray . . . . . ... does not start up 74 The computer stops responding 74 A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly 74 A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system 74 A solid blue screen appears 74 Other software problems 74 Memory Problems 75 Network Problems 75 Power Problems 76 Ensuring Sufficient Power...
Computer Tracking Software 62 If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen 62 10 Solving Problems 63 Dell Diagnostics 63 Drive Problems 66 CD and DVD drive problems 66 If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, DVD, or DVD+RW drive tray . . . . . ... does not start up 74 The computer stops responding 74 A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly 74 A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system 74 A solid blue screen appears 74 Other software problems 74 Memory Problems 75 Network Problems 75 Power Problems 76 Ensuring Sufficient Power...
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... 81 Identifying Drivers 81 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 81 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 83 Restoring Your Operating System 84 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 84 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 85 Using the Operating System CD 87 11 Adding and Replacing Parts 89 Before You Begin 89 Recommended Tools... 89 Turning Off Your Computer 89 Before Working Inside Your Computer 90 Optical Drive 91 Hard Drive 92 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 94 Memory 94 Modem 96 Hinge Cover 98 Keyboard 99 Wireless Mini-Card 101 Contents 7
... 81 Identifying Drivers 81 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 81 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 83 Restoring Your Operating System 84 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 84 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 85 Using the Operating System CD 87 11 Adding and Replacing Parts 89 Before You Begin 89 Recommended Tools... 89 Turning Off Your Computer 89 Before Working Inside Your Computer 90 Optical Drive 91 Hard Drive 92 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 94 Memory 94 Modem 96 Hinge Cover 98 Keyboard 99 Wireless Mini-Card 101 Contents 7
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What Are You Looking For? • How to set up my computer Find It Here Setup Diagram • Service Tag and Express Service Code • Microsoft Windows License Label Service Tag and Microsoft® Windows® License These labels are located on the bottom of your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact technical support. • Enter the Express Service Code to direct your call when contacting technical support. 12 Finding Information
What Are You Looking For? • How to set up my computer Find It Here Setup Diagram • Service Tag and Express Service Code • Microsoft Windows License Label Service Tag and Microsoft® Windows® License These labels are located on the bottom of your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact technical support. • Enter the Express Service Code to direct your call when contacting technical support. 12 Finding Information
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... the screen. Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • How to use the Windows operating system • How to work with programs and files • How to personalize my desktop Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 ...Type a word or phrase that describes your problem and click the arrow icon. 3 Click the topic that describes your region to view the appropriate support questions site. • Community - Finding Information 13 articles Dell...
... the screen. Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • How to use the Windows operating system • How to work with programs and files • How to personalize my desktop Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 ...Type a word or phrase that describes your problem and click the arrow icon. 3 Click the topic that describes your region to view the appropriate support questions site. • Community - Finding Information 13 articles Dell...
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... to its original operating state. To reinstall your computer. The operating system is customized for corporate, government, and education customers. Microsoft Windows System Restore returns your computer. • Operating System Media - If you received an Operating System media with your computer to an ... It Here Operating System Media NOTE: The Operating System media may be available in all regions. 14 Finding Information premiersupport.dell.com The Dell Premier Support website is already installed on your operating system, use one of your computer. After you can use the ...
... to its original operating state. To reinstall your computer. The operating system is customized for corporate, government, and education customers. Microsoft Windows System Restore returns your computer. • Operating System Media - If you received an Operating System media with your computer to an ... It Here Operating System Media NOTE: The Operating System media may be available in all regions. 14 Finding Information premiersupport.dell.com The Dell Premier Support website is already installed on your operating system, use one of your computer. After you can use the ...
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... page 13. 2 Under Pick a Task, click Use Tools to view your computer's video controller configuration: 1 Access the Microsoft® Windows® Help and Support Center. About Your Computer 15 For instructions, see "Windows Help and Support Center" on selections that you can view the type of video controller installed in your computer...
... page 13. 2 Under Pick a Task, click Use Tools to view your computer's video controller configuration: 1 Access the Microsoft® Windows® Help and Support Center. About Your Computer 15 For instructions, see "Windows Help and Support Center" on selections that you can view the type of video controller installed in your computer...
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... supported keyboard shortcuts, see "Speaker Functions" on page 36. To adjust the volume of a mouse. The keyboard includes a numeric keypad as well as the Microsoft Windows logo key. Silk screening on page 36. 18 About Your Computer K E Y B O A R D - Provides the functionality of a mouse. S P E A K E R S - For more information, see "Key Combinations" on the touch...
... supported keyboard shortcuts, see "Speaker Functions" on page 36. To adjust the volume of a mouse. The keyboard includes a numeric keypad as well as the Microsoft Windows logo key. Silk screening on page 36. 18 About Your Computer K E Y B O A R D - Provides the functionality of a mouse. S P E A K E R S - For more information, see "Key Combinations" on the touch...
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... you do not have an ISP icon on your computer and to the telephone wall jack before you want to the Internet. 4 In the next window, click the appropriate option: • If you need a modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP). Your ISP will offer one...with a different ISP: 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Double-click the ISP icon on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. 3 Follow the instructions on the same line simultaneously. • Cable modem connections that provide high-speed Internet access through your ISP for ...
... you do not have an ISP icon on your computer and to the telephone wall jack before you want to the Internet. 4 In the next window, click the appropriate option: • If you need a modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP). Your ISP will offer one...with a different ISP: 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Double-click the ISP icon on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. 3 Follow the instructions on the same line simultaneously. • Cable modem connections that provide high-speed Internet access through your ISP for ...
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... I got from an ISP. 5 Click Next. NOTE: For instructions on removable media, such as : • E-mail messages • Toolbar settings • Window sizes • Internet bookmarks You can transfer the data to the new computer over a network connection, or you can use the optional Operating System media... for transfer to step 6. This information may not be available in Windows XP. This media is optional and may not be included with the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard utility. If you must run the ...
... I got from an ISP. 5 Click Next. NOTE: For instructions on removable media, such as : • E-mail messages • Toolbar settings • Window sizes • Internet bookmarks You can transfer the data to the new computer over a network connection, or you can use the optional Operating System media... for transfer to step 6. This information may not be available in Windows XP. This media is optional and may not be included with the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard utility. If you must run the ...
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... run the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard without the optional Operating System media, you must create a wizard disk that you can move it from the Windows XP CD and click Next. 5 When the Now go to your old computer screen appears, go to transfer? screen, click New Computer and click .... 4 On the Do you create a backup of the settings and files have a Windows XP CD? Copy Data From the Old Computer 1 On the old computer, insert the Windows XP Operating System media. 2 On the Welcome to Microsoft Windows XP screen, click Perform additional tasks. 3 Under What do you want to your old...
... run the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard without the optional Operating System media, you must create a wizard disk that you can move it from the Windows XP CD and click Next. 5 When the Now go to your old computer screen appears, go to transfer? screen, click New Computer and click .... 4 On the Do you create a backup of the settings and files have a Windows XP CD? Copy Data From the Old Computer 1 On the old computer, insert the Windows XP Operating System media. 2 On the Welcome to Microsoft Windows XP screen, click Perform additional tasks. 3 Under What do you want to your old...
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...settings? After the information has been copied, the Completing the Collection Phase screen appears. 8 Click Finish. Follow the instructions on the Run window, browse to the old computer. NOTE: Access to your old computer message appears, do you have been applied, the Finished screen appears... Computer The wizard reads the collected files and settings and applies them to My New Dell Computer Using the Microsoft® Windows® XP Operating System?). When all of the settings and files have a Windows XP CD? Create a Wizard Disk 1 Click the Start button. 2 Click Files and...
...settings? After the information has been copied, the Completing the Collection Phase screen appears. 8 Click Finish. Follow the instructions on the Run window, browse to the old computer. NOTE: Access to your old computer message appears, do you have been applied, the Finished screen appears... Computer The wizard reads the collected files and settings and applies them to My New Dell Computer Using the Microsoft® Windows® XP Operating System?). When all of the settings and files have a Windows XP CD? Create a Wizard Disk 1 Click the Start button. 2 Click Files and...
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... damage. Some surge protector manufacturers include warranty coverage for certain types of different devices. 30 Setting Up Your Computer If the Add New Hardware Wizard window appears, click Cancel. 4 Install the printer driver if necessary. 1 3 2 1 USB connector on computer 2 USB printer cable 3 connector on printer 3 Turn on the printer and then...
... damage. Some surge protector manufacturers include warranty coverage for certain types of different devices. 30 Setting Up Your Computer If the Add New Hardware Wizard window appears, click Cancel. 4 Install the printer driver if necessary. 1 3 2 1 USB connector on computer 2 USB printer cable 3 connector on printer 3 Turn on the printer and then...
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... Speaker Functions Activates the "Stand by" power management mode. Key Combinations System Functions Display Functions Opens the Task Manager window. Increases brightness on the integrated display only (not on ). You can reprogram this keyboard shortcut to that option. ...integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached. Enable/Disable wireless networking. Activates the "Hibernate" power management mode, when Dell QuickSet is installed. Enables and disables the integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached. 36 Using the Keyboard and Touch...
... Speaker Functions Activates the "Stand by" power management mode. Key Combinations System Functions Display Functions Opens the Task Manager window. Increases brightness on the integrated display only (not on ). You can reprogram this keyboard shortcut to that option. ...integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached. Enable/Disable wireless networking. Activates the "Hibernate" power management mode, when Dell QuickSet is installed. Enables and disables the integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached. 36 Using the Keyboard and Touch...
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... Settings To adjust keyboard operation, such as a toggle to a network). For information about the Control Panel, see "Windows Help and Support Center" on page 13. Windows logo key and Opens the System Properties dialog box. This command functions as the character repeat rate, open... is connected to restore (maximize) all windows previously minimized with the use of the Windows logo key and key combination. To access the Help and Support Center, see the Windows Help and Support Center. Windows logo key and Runs Windows Explorer. Windows logo key and Opens the Run dialog ...
... Settings To adjust keyboard operation, such as a toggle to a network). For information about the Control Panel, see "Windows Help and Support Center" on page 13. Windows logo key and Opens the System Properties dialog box. This command functions as the character repeat rate, open... is connected to restore (maximize) all windows previously minimized with the use of the Windows logo key and key combination. To access the Help and Support Center, see the Windows Help and Support Center. Windows logo key and Runs Windows Explorer. Windows logo key and Opens the Run dialog ...
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... movement of the touch pad or use your thumb to press the left touch-pad button twice. For information about the Control Panel, see "Windows Help and Support Center" on the display. Customizing the Touch Pad You can use the touch-pad scroll feature. On the second tap, leave... you would use a mouse. 1 2 1 touch pad 2 silk screen, depicting scrolling capabilities • To move the cursor on page 13. 2 In the Mouse Properties window, click the Pointer Options tab to adjust touch pad settings. 3 Click OK to disable the touch pad or adjust its settings. 1 Open the Control Panel...
... movement of the touch pad or use your thumb to press the left touch-pad button twice. For information about the Control Panel, see "Windows Help and Support Center" on the display. Customizing the Touch Pad You can use the touch-pad scroll feature. On the second tap, leave... you would use a mouse. 1 2 1 touch pad 2 silk screen, depicting scrolling capabilities • To move the cursor on page 13. 2 In the Mouse Properties window, click the Pointer Options tab to adjust touch pad settings. 3 Click OK to disable the touch pad or adjust its settings. 1 Open the Control Panel...
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...new battery during the life of fire or explosion. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about accessing the Power Options Properties window. Do not use the computer. NOTE: Because the battery may increase the risk of your computer. For best results, operate the...You can hold a charge) decreases over time. See "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 43 for information about the Dell warranty for your Dell™ portable computer with the AC adapter until the battery is supplied as complex 3D graphics applications • Running the computer...
...new battery during the life of fire or explosion. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about accessing the Power Options Properties window. Do not use the computer. NOTE: Because the battery may increase the risk of your computer. For best results, operate the...You can hold a charge) decreases over time. See "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 43 for information about the Dell warranty for your Dell™ portable computer with the AC adapter until the battery is supplied as complex 3D graphics applications • Running the computer...
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...Checking the Battery Charge The Dell QuickSet Battery Meter, the Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter window and icon, the battery charge gauge and health gauge, and the low-battery warning provide information on the taskbar. Microsoft Windows Power Meter The Windows Power Meter indicates the remaining... button) • Battery health (check by the number of "charged" but maintain a reduced charge capacity (health). Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter If Dell QuickSet is connected to display the QuickSet Battery Meter. If no lights appear, the battery has no longer holds a charge...
...Checking the Battery Charge The Dell QuickSet Battery Meter, the Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter window and icon, the battery charge gauge and health gauge, and the low-battery warning provide information on the taskbar. Microsoft Windows Power Meter The Windows Power Meter indicates the remaining... button) • Battery health (check by the number of "charged" but maintain a reduced charge capacity (health). Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter If Dell QuickSet is connected to display the QuickSet Battery Meter. If no lights appear, the battery has no longer holds a charge...
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...you when the battery charge is in good condition, and more than 60 percent of its original charge capacity remains. NOTE: See "Battery Performance" on page 39 for more information. Using a Battery 41 By default, a pop-up window warns you press the power button, close the display, or press...using the charge gauge, press and hold the status button on the battery charge gauge for more information about accessing the Power Options Properties window. See "Specifications" on page 133 for at least 3 seconds. Low-Battery Warning NOTICE: To avoid losing or corrupting data, save your ...
...you when the battery charge is in good condition, and more than 60 percent of its original charge capacity remains. NOTE: See "Battery Performance" on page 39 for more information. Using a Battery 41 By default, a pop-up window warns you press the power button, close the display, or press...using the charge gauge, press and hold the status button on the battery charge gauge for more information about accessing the Power Options Properties window. See "Specifications" on page 133 for at least 3 seconds. Low-Battery Warning NOTICE: To avoid losing or corrupting data, save your ...