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... Display 39 Adjusting Brightness 39 Switching the Video Image From Your Computer Display To a Projector 39 Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate 39 4 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad . . . . 41 Numeric Keypad 41 Key Combinations 41 System Functions 41 Display Functions 41 Battery 41 Power Management 42 Microsoft® Windows®...
... Display 39 Adjusting Brightness 39 Switching the Video Image From Your Computer Display To a Projector 39 Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate 39 4 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad . . . . 41 Numeric Keypad 41 Key Combinations 41 System Functions 41 Display Functions 41 Battery 41 Power Management 42 Microsoft® Windows®...
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... 114 External Keyboard problems 114 Unexpected characters 115 Lockups and Software Problems 116 The computer does not start 116 The computer stops responding 116 A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly 116 A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system . . . . . 116 A solid blue screen appears 117 Dell MediaDirect problems...
... 114 External Keyboard problems 114 Unexpected characters 115 Lockups and Software Problems 116 The computer does not start 116 The computer stops responding 116 A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly 116 A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system . . . . . 116 A solid blue screen appears 117 Dell MediaDirect problems...
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... the Optical Drive 141 Replacing the Optical Drive 142 Hinge Cover 142 Removing the Hinge Cover 143 Replacing the Hinge Cover 143 Keyboard 144 Removing the Keyboard 144 Replacing the Keyboard 145 Memory 146 Removing the DIMM A Memory Module 147 Replacing the DIMM A Memory Module . . . . . 148 Removing the DIMM B Memory Module 149 Replacing...
... the Optical Drive 141 Replacing the Optical Drive 142 Hinge Cover 142 Removing the Hinge Cover 143 Replacing the Hinge Cover 143 Keyboard 144 Removing the Keyboard 144 Replacing the Keyboard 145 Memory 146 Removing the DIMM A Memory Module 147 Replacing the DIMM A Memory Module . . . . . 148 Removing the DIMM B Memory Module 149 Replacing...
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Only 192 FCC Class B 192 Macrovision Product Notice 193 Glossary 195 Index 213 12 Contents 16 Specifications 177 17 Appendix 185 Using the System Setup Program 185 Viewing the System Setup Screen 186 System Setup Screen 186 Commonly Used...188 RAID Level 0 Configuration 188 RAID Level 1 Configuration 188 Cleaning Your Computer 188 Computer, Keyboard, and Display 188 Touch Pad 189 Mouse 190 Media 190 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only 191 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals 192 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 192 FCC Notice ...
Only 192 FCC Class B 192 Macrovision Product Notice 193 Glossary 195 Index 213 12 Contents 16 Specifications 177 17 Appendix 185 Using the System Setup Program 185 Viewing the System Setup Screen 186 System Setup Screen 186 Commonly Used...188 RAID Level 0 Configuration 188 RAID Level 1 Configuration 188 Cleaning Your Computer 188 Computer, Keyboard, and Display 188 Touch Pad 189 Mouse 190 Media 190 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only 191 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals 192 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 192 FCC Notice ...
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..., and chat. P O W E R B U T T O N - NOTICE: To avoid losing data, turn on the computer or exit a power management mode (see "Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad" on page 39. D I S P L A Y - K E Y B O A R D - About Your Computer 21 1 camera indicator (optional) 3 display latch... 5 power button 7 device status lights 9 consumer IR 11 touch pad buttons 13 keyboard status lights 2 camera (optional) 4 display 6 keyboard 8 touch pad 10 media control buttons 12 Dell™ MediaDirect™ button 14 digital array microphones C A M E R A I N D I C A ...
..., and chat. P O W E R B U T T O N - NOTICE: To avoid losing data, turn on the computer or exit a power management mode (see "Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad" on page 39. D I S P L A Y - K E Y B O A R D - About Your Computer 21 1 camera indicator (optional) 3 display latch... 5 power button 7 device status lights 9 consumer IR 11 touch pad buttons 13 keyboard status lights 2 camera (optional) 4 display 6 keyboard 8 touch pad 10 media control buttons 12 Dell™ MediaDirect™ button 14 digital array microphones C A M E R A I N D I C A ...
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... or blinks to indicate battery charge status. Hard drive activity light - Turns on page 25). 22 About Your Computer NOTICE: To avoid loss of the keyboard indicate the following: Power light - Battery status light - To enable or disable wireless networking, use the wireless switch (see "wireless switch" on when the computer...
... or blinks to indicate battery charge status. Hard drive activity light - Turns on page 25). 22 About Your Computer NOTICE: To avoid loss of the keyboard indicate the following: Power light - Battery status light - To enable or disable wireless networking, use the wireless switch (see "wireless switch" on when the computer...
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Turns on page 59). Press the Dell MediaDirect button to launch Dell MediaDirect (see "Using Dell MediaDirect™" on when the scroll lock function is enabled. A Turns on when the numeric keypad (Num Lock) is enabled. KEYBOARD STATUS LIGHTS The blue lights located above the keyboard indicate the following: 9 Turns on when the uppercase letter (Caps Lock) function is enabled. Built-in microphone for conferencing and chat. 24 About Your Computer D I G I T A L A R R A Y M I R E C T ™ B U T T O N - D E L L ™ M E D I A D I C R O P H O N E S -
Turns on page 59). Press the Dell MediaDirect button to launch Dell MediaDirect (see "Using Dell MediaDirect™" on when the scroll lock function is enabled. A Turns on when the numeric keypad (Num Lock) is enabled. KEYBOARD STATUS LIGHTS The blue lights located above the keyboard indicate the following: 9 Turns on when the uppercase letter (Caps Lock) function is enabled. Built-in microphone for conferencing and chat. 24 About Your Computer D I G I T A L A R R A Y M I R E C T ™ B U T T O N - D E L L ™ M E D I A D I C R O P H O N E S -
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...-speed transfer rates, such as a monitor. VIDEO CONNECTOR Connects video devices, such as some digital video cameras. USB CONNECTORS Connect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. 28 About Your Computer
...-speed transfer rates, such as a monitor. VIDEO CONNECTOR Connects video devices, such as some digital video cameras. USB CONNECTORS Connect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. 28 About Your Computer
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USB CONNECTORS Connect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. Also connects digital audio-capable devices using the TV/digital audio adapter cable. Back View 1 23 4 5 1 S-video TV-out connector 3 AC adapter connector 5 USB connector 2 USB connectors (2) 4 modem connector (RJ-11) S-VIDEO TV-OUT CONNECTOR Connects your computer to a TV. About Your Computer 29
USB CONNECTORS Connect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. Also connects digital audio-capable devices using the TV/digital audio adapter cable. Back View 1 23 4 5 1 S-video TV-out connector 3 AC adapter connector 5 USB connector 2 USB connectors (2) 4 modem connector (RJ-11) S-VIDEO TV-OUT CONNECTOR Connects your computer to a TV. About Your Computer 29
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... integrated display only (not on page 46). Displays the Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter (see "Dell QuickSet Battery Meter" on an external monitor). Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 41 Increases brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external keyboard. • To enable the keypad, press . Highlight ... representing all currently available display options (display only, external monitor or projector only, both display and projector, etc). Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on an external monitor).
... integrated display only (not on page 46). Displays the Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter (see "Dell QuickSet Battery Meter" on an external monitor). Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 41 Increases brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external keyboard. • To enable the keypad, press . Highlight ... representing all currently available display options (display only, external monitor or projector only, both display and projector, etc). Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on an external monitor).
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... You can use of the Windows logo key and combination. Starts Windows Explorer. Opens the Run dialog box. For more information about Dell QuickSet key combinations, right-click the QuickSet icon in the Power Options Properties window (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 49...). Opens the Search Results-Computer dialog box (if the computer is installed, you can reprogram this keyboard shortcut to restore minimized windows following the use other shortcut keys for functions such as the Battery Meter or activating power management modes....
... You can use of the Windows logo key and combination. Starts Windows Explorer. Opens the Run dialog box. For more information about Dell QuickSet key combinations, right-click the QuickSet icon in the Power Options Properties window (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 49...). Opens the Search Results-Computer dialog box (if the computer is installed, you can reprogram this keyboard shortcut to restore minimized windows following the use other shortcut keys for functions such as the Battery Meter or activating power management modes....
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... finger on the touch pad and move (or drag) an object, position the cursor on the object and tap twice on the display. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 43 Touch Pad The touch pad detects the pressure and movement of the touch pad or use your thumb to press the...
... finger on the touch pad and move (or drag) an object, position the cursor on the object and tap twice on the display. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 43 Touch Pad The touch pad detects the pressure and movement of the touch pad or use your thumb to press the...
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Customizing the Touch Pad You can use the Mouse Properties window to disable the touch pad or adjust the touch pad settings. 1 Click Start , and then click Control Panel. 2 Click Hardware and Sound. 3 Click Mouse. 4 In the Mouse Properties window: • Click the Device Select tab to disable the touch pad. • Click the Touch Pad tab to adjust touch pad settings. 5 Click OK to save the settings and close the window. 44 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad
Customizing the Touch Pad You can use the Mouse Properties window to disable the touch pad or adjust the touch pad settings. 1 Click Start , and then click Control Panel. 2 Click Hardware and Sound. 3 Click Mouse. 4 In the Mouse Properties window: • Click the Device Select tab to disable the touch pad. • Click the Touch Pad tab to adjust touch pad settings. 5 Click OK to save the settings and close the window. 44 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad
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... the diagnostics utility partition on . to an electrical outlet that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run the Dell Diagnostics from your computer. 3 Start the Dell Diagnostics in one of your system board, keyboard, hard drive, and display. • During the assessment, answer any key to wait until you see a message stating...
... the diagnostics utility partition on . to an electrical outlet that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run the Dell Diagnostics from your computer. 3 Start the Dell Diagnostics in one of your system board, keyboard, hard drive, and display. • During the assessment, answer any key to wait until you see a message stating...
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... media, then close the Main Menu window to run a complete test on the keyboard is recommended that you select Test System to start the Drivers and Utilities menu, and then press . 7 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the menu that appears, and then press . 6 Type 1 to ... close the test window to return to the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu. 10 Remove your computer. Dell Diagnostics Main Menu After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for the current boot only. To avoid possible keyboard failure, press and release in system setup. 5...
... media, then close the Main Menu window to run a complete test on the keyboard is recommended that you select Test System to start the Drivers and Utilities menu, and then press . 7 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the menu that appears, and then press . 6 Type 1 to ... close the test window to return to the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu. 10 Remove your computer. Dell Diagnostics Main Menu After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for the current boot only. To avoid possible keyboard failure, press and release in system setup. 5...
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... the problem persists, try another drive. HA R D - Run the Hard-Disk Drive tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Hard Drive" on page 97). K E Y B O A R D C L O C K L I N E F A I L U R E - For external keyboards, check the cable connection. K E Y B O A R D D A T A L I ...Drive" on page 185). The message is installed. INSERT BOOTABLE MEDIA - The system configuration information does not match the hardware configuration. Run the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Using the System Setup Program" on page 138), and boot the computer from a CD. H A R D - D...
... the problem persists, try another drive. HA R D - Run the Hard-Disk Drive tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Hard Drive" on page 97). K E Y B O A R D C L O C K L I N E F A I L U R E - For external keyboards, check the cable connection. K E Y B O A R D D A T A L I ...Drive" on page 185). The message is installed. INSERT BOOTABLE MEDIA - The system configuration information does not match the hardware configuration. Run the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Using the System Setup Program" on page 138), and boot the computer from a CD. H A R D - D...
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...Memory" on page 175). Dell MediaDirect™ cannot verify the Digital Rights Management (DRM) restrictions on the file, so the file cannot be corrupted. Reinstall the memory modules and, if necessary, replace them (see "Contacting Dell" on page 146). For external keyboards or keypads, check the ...cable connection. A memory module may be played (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 117). If the hard drive is your boot device, ...
...Memory" on page 175). Dell MediaDirect™ cannot verify the Digital Rights Management (DRM) restrictions on the file, so the file cannot be corrupted. Reinstall the memory modules and, if necessary, replace them (see "Contacting Dell" on page 146). For external keyboards or keypads, check the ...cable connection. A memory module may be played (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 117). If the hard drive is your boot device, ...
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O F-D A Y CLOCK STOPPED - D A Y N O T S E T - Run the System Memory tests and the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Using the System Setup Program" on page 120. WA R N I N G : B A T T E R ...Dell Diagnostics (see "Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN])" on page 185). Contact the ExpressCard manufacturer. TI M E - T H E D E V I C E I N D O W S - C H E C K T H A T T H E C A R D I S R E C O G N I Z E D B Y W I S N O T R E A D Y - If the card supports this feature. TI M E R C H I P C O U N T E R 2 F A I T H A D E L L - The keyboard...
O F-D A Y CLOCK STOPPED - D A Y N O T S E T - Run the System Memory tests and the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Using the System Setup Program" on page 120. WA R N I N G : B A T T E R ...Dell Diagnostics (see "Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN])" on page 185). Contact the ExpressCard manufacturer. TI M E - T H E D E V I C E I N D O W S - C H E C K T H A T T H E C A R D I S R E C O G N I Z E D B Y W I S N O T R E A D Y - If the card supports this feature. TI M E R C H I P C O U N T E R 2 F A I T H A D E L L - The keyboard...
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...keyboard, the integrated keyboard remains fully functional. Contact Dell or the IEEE 1394 device manufacturer (see "Contacting Dell" on the computer, click Continue; Shut down the computer, disconnect the keyboard cable and check it and connect the keyboard... E V I T H A D E L L - C H E C K T H E K E Y B O A R D C A B L E - If you are using a keyboard extension cable, disconnect it for damage, and then firmly reconnect the cable. IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS WITH AN IEEE 1394 DEVICE NOT PROVIDED BY DELL - IEEE 1394 Device Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in...
...keyboard, the integrated keyboard remains fully functional. Contact Dell or the IEEE 1394 device manufacturer (see "Contacting Dell" on the computer, click Continue; Shut down the computer, disconnect the keyboard cable and check it and connect the keyboard... E V I T H A D E L L - C H E C K T H E K E Y B O A R D C A B L E - If you are using a keyboard extension cable, disconnect it for damage, and then firmly reconnect the cable. IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS WITH AN IEEE 1394 DEVICE NOT PROVIDED BY DELL - IEEE 1394 Device Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in...
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..., click Start →All Programs→ Accessories→Notepad. 4 Type some characters on the internal keyboard and verify that the numbers lock light is not lit. Run the PC-AT Compatible Keyboards tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 175). Unexpected characters DI S A B L E T H E N U M E R I C S T E S T S - Verify that they appear on the display. Troubleshooting 115...
..., click Start →All Programs→ Accessories→Notepad. 4 Type some characters on the internal keyboard and verify that the numbers lock light is not lit. Run the PC-AT Compatible Keyboards tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 175). Unexpected characters DI S A B L E T H E N U M E R I C S T E S T S - Verify that they appear on the display. Troubleshooting 115...