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... Optical Drive Media 126 Managing Your Computer Performance 127 Windows Vista 127 Windows® XP 128 Performance Tuning 129 System Setup Based Performance Tuning . . . . 129 Software Based Performance Tuning 129 NVIDIA Performance 129 NVIDIA Monitor 130 Cleaning Up Your Hard Drive 131 Defragmenting Your Hard Drive 132 Detecting and Repairing Disk...
... Optical Drive Media 126 Managing Your Computer Performance 127 Windows Vista 127 Windows® XP 128 Performance Tuning 129 System Setup Based Performance Tuning . . . . 129 Software Based Performance Tuning 129 NVIDIA Performance 129 NVIDIA Monitor 130 Cleaning Up Your Hard Drive 131 Defragmenting Your Hard Drive 132 Detecting and Repairing Disk...
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What you Need to set up a WLAN 153 Checking Your Wireless Network Card 154 Reinstalling Software and Drivers for Your Wireless Network Card 154 Setting up a new Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN 155 Ad Hoc Networks 158 Mobile Broadband (or ... Connection 160 Checking Your Mobile Broadband Card . . . . . 160 Connecting to a Mobile Broadband Network . . 160 Activating Mobile Broadband Service 160 Managing the Network With the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility 161 WiMAX 161 WPAN 162 Managing Your Network 162 Securing Your Network 162 Securing Your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN 164...
What you Need to set up a WLAN 153 Checking Your Wireless Network Card 154 Reinstalling Software and Drivers for Your Wireless Network Card 154 Setting up a new Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN 155 Ad Hoc Networks 158 Mobile Broadband (or ... Connection 160 Checking Your Mobile Broadband Card . . . . . 160 Connecting to a Mobile Broadband Network . . 160 Activating Mobile Broadband Service 160 Managing the Network With the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility 161 WiMAX 161 WPAN 162 Managing Your Network 162 Securing Your Network 162 Securing Your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN 164...
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Copying Audio and Video Files to Your Laptop Media Device 209 Playing Media Using the Dell Travel Remote . . . . . 210 Adjusting the Volume on Your Computer 210 Enabling S/PDIF Digital Audio Through the Media Software 210 Enabling S/PDIF Digital Audio in the Windows Audio Driver 211 Setting up the Cyberlink (CL) Headphones 211 Using...
Copying Audio and Video Files to Your Laptop Media Device 209 Playing Media Using the Dell Travel Remote . . . . . 210 Adjusting the Volume on Your Computer 210 Enabling S/PDIF Digital Audio Through the Media Software 210 Enabling S/PDIF Digital Audio in the Windows Audio Driver 211 Setting up the Cyberlink (CL) Headphones 211 Using...
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... Rights, User Groups, and Passwords 251 Administrator Rights 251 User Groups 252 Passwords 253 Smart Cards 254 Fingerprint Readers 254 Facial Recognition Software 255 Using a Firewall to Secure Your Computer 255 Turning On Windows Firewall 255 Encrypting Files and Folders 256 Using Antivirus... Software 256 Maintaining Security When Using a Public Wireless Network 256 Reducing the Risk of Getting Computer Viruses . . . 257 Dealing With Cookies 258 Blocking ...
... Rights, User Groups, and Passwords 251 Administrator Rights 251 User Groups 252 Passwords 253 Smart Cards 254 Fingerprint Readers 254 Facial Recognition Software 255 Using a Firewall to Secure Your Computer 255 Turning On Windows Firewall 255 Encrypting Files and Folders 256 Using Antivirus... Software 256 Maintaining Security When Using a Public Wireless Network 256 Reducing the Risk of Getting Computer Viruses . . . 257 Dealing With Cookies 258 Blocking ...
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18 Microsoft®Windows® XP Pro Remote Desktop 261 Enabling Remote Desktop on the Host Computer . . . . 261 Installing Remote Desktop Client Software 262 Calling From a Remote Location 262 19 Restoring Your Operating System . . . . . 265 Using Microsoft® Windows® System Restore ... . . . 265 Starting System Restore 266 Undoing the Last System Restore 266 Enabling System Restore 267 Using Dell™ PC Restore and Dell Factory Image Restore 267 Windows Vista: Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . 268 Using the Operating System Media 269 Before you Begin 269 Reinstalling ...
18 Microsoft®Windows® XP Pro Remote Desktop 261 Enabling Remote Desktop on the Host Computer . . . . 261 Installing Remote Desktop Client Software 262 Calling From a Remote Location 262 19 Restoring Your Operating System . . . . . 265 Using Microsoft® Windows® System Restore ... . . . 265 Starting System Restore 266 Undoing the Last System Restore 266 Enabling System Restore 267 Using Dell™ PC Restore and Dell Factory Image Restore 267 Windows Vista: Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . 268 Using the Operating System Media 269 Before you Begin 269 Reinstalling ...
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... Keyboards . . . 292 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...
... Keyboards . . . 292 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...
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Use the Start menu to start software applications and to programs. taskbar button area Contains buttons representing minimized windows for quick access to change computer settings. Taskbar Start button Quick Launch toolbar ...
Use the Start menu to start software applications and to programs. taskbar button area Contains buttons representing minimized windows for quick access to change computer settings. Taskbar Start button Quick Launch toolbar ...
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... MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Start button, see "Windows Basics" in your computer. The programs available on the Start menu depend on the software installed in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. The Taskbar and Start menu Properties window appears. 3 Customize the Start menu...
... MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Start button, see "Windows Basics" in your computer. The programs available on the Start menu depend on the software installed in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. The Taskbar and Start menu Properties window appears. 3 Customize the Start menu...
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You may have problems with the pointing device, check the software driver for moving the cursor around in documents or windows: , , , , , , and arrow keys • Numeric keypad of numbers grouped together like those on an adding ...
You may have problems with the pointing device, check the software driver for moving the cursor around in documents or windows: , , , , , , and arrow keys • Numeric keypad of numbers grouped together like those on an adding ...
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... Start→ My Computer. See the user documentation that came with your Drivers and Utilities media provide approved drivers for Dell computers. 5 Double-click the name of the device for which you are installing the driver. 6 Click the Driver ...tab→ Update Driver→ Browse my computer for driver software. 7 Click Browse, and browse to the location to eliminate the possibility that came with your computer. E N S U R E T H A T M I C R O S O F T W I N D O W S R E C O G N I Z E S T H E D R I V E...
... Start→ My Computer. See the user documentation that came with your Drivers and Utilities media provide approved drivers for Dell computers. 5 Double-click the name of the device for which you are installing the driver. 6 Click the Driver ...tab→ Update Driver→ Browse my computer for driver software. 7 Click Browse, and browse to the location to eliminate the possibility that came with your computer. E N S U R E T H A T M I C R O S O F T W I N D O W S R E C O G N I Z E S T H E D R I V E...
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.... Try allowing the computer to return to a media drive CLOSE OTHER PROGRAMS C H A N G E T H E W R I T O N - The drive tray cannot eject (for your CD, DVD, or BD software. Hard Drive Problems A L L O W T H E C O M P U T E R T O C O O L B E F O R E T U R N I N G I T E S P E E D T O A S L O W E R R A T E - R U N THE DELL D I A G N O S T I C S - A hot hard drive may cause noise, which does not indicate a defect in all DVDs work in the drive or the media. See "Running...
.... Try allowing the computer to return to a media drive CLOSE OTHER PROGRAMS C H A N G E T H E W R I T O N - The drive tray cannot eject (for your CD, DVD, or BD software. Hard Drive Problems A L L O W T H E C O M P U T E R T O C O O L B E F O R E T U R N I N G I T E S P E E D T O A S L O W E R R A T E - R U N THE DELL D I A G N O S T I C S - A hot hard drive may cause noise, which does not indicate a defect in all DVDs work in the drive or the media. See "Running...
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Slower performance can be caused by: • Disorganized files • Unnecessary software • Unused network drives • Too many programs that run slower over time. You can cause serious damage and dramatically slow your computer, increase its ...
Slower performance can be caused by: • Disorganized files • Unnecessary software • Unused network drives • Too many programs that run slower over time. You can cause serious damage and dramatically slow your computer, increase its ...
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.... disable some of system services, event viewer, and other storage, and service system utilities. and adjust battery usage for passwords, local policies, local key policies, software restrictions, and IP security policies. 128 Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) Open Disk Cleanup - delete unnecessary or temporary files on your hard disk...
.... disable some of system services, event viewer, and other storage, and service system utilities. and adjust battery usage for passwords, local policies, local key policies, software restrictions, and IP security policies. 128 Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) Open Disk Cleanup - delete unnecessary or temporary files on your hard disk...
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... when setting performance related parameters. Performance Tuning System Setup Based Performance Tuning For some Dell systems, the settings available under the Advanced page of the components. Software Based Performance Tuning NVIDIA Enthusiast System Architecture (ESA) is a PC protocol for monitoring... and "tweaking" the performance of System Setup provide users with ESA, Dell has preinstalled applications for real-time monitoring...
... when setting performance related parameters. Performance Tuning System Setup Based Performance Tuning For some Dell systems, the settings available under the Advanced page of the components. Software Based Performance Tuning NVIDIA Enthusiast System Architecture (ESA) is a PC protocol for monitoring... and "tweaking" the performance of System Setup provide users with ESA, Dell has preinstalled applications for real-time monitoring...
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Scanning for Viruses and Spyware Computer viruses and spyware are hidden software that corrupts your files or gathers information from your computer without your computer has Internet access, you should not use your computer's performance, and can ...
Scanning for Viruses and Spyware Computer viruses and spyware are hidden software that corrupts your files or gathers information from your computer without your computer has Internet access, you should not use your computer's performance, and can ...
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... MORE INFORMATION: To learn more information about Windows Defender, search for "Using Windows Defender" on the Microsoft website (www.microsoft.com). For more about antivirus software, search for locations infected by the spyware • Checks all currently running programs for spyware FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about protecting your hard... the Internet. 134 Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) Windows Defender is an antispyware application that: • Checks your computer hard drive for "antivirus software" on page 179.
... MORE INFORMATION: To learn more information about Windows Defender, search for "Using Windows Defender" on the Microsoft website (www.microsoft.com). For more about antivirus software, search for locations infected by the spyware • Checks all currently running programs for spyware FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about protecting your hard... the Internet. 134 Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) Windows Defender is an antispyware application that: • Checks your computer hard drive for "antivirus software" on page 179.
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... (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) This type of networked computers. See "Managing Networked Computers With Intel® Active Management Technology" on some Dell computers. You can set up a local area network (LAN) using a broadband modem and network cables, or you through the process of ...Technology (Intel AMT or iAMT®) provides enhanced tools for management of computer network generally covers a small area. This Intel AMT software is available on page 168. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more computers with each computer. A Network Connections Wizard guides you can...
... (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) This type of networked computers. See "Managing Networked Computers With Intel® Active Management Technology" on some Dell computers. You can set up a local area network (LAN) using a broadband modem and network cables, or you through the process of ...Technology (Intel AMT or iAMT®) provides enhanced tools for management of computer network generally covers a small area. This Intel AMT software is available on page 168. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more computers with each computer. A Network Connections Wizard guides you can...
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Install the required software according to click an option for your router. Follow the instructions on the operating system installed in your broadband modem. 2 Ensure that you may start ...: click Start or → Help and Support. 152 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) Actual steps may have Internet access through your broadband modem. 3 Install any software required for setting up the Hardware 1 Contact your computer's Control Panel, click Network and Internet connections→ Network and Sharing Center. Your router may vary...
Install the required software according to click an option for your router. Follow the instructions on the operating system installed in your broadband modem. 2 Ensure that you may start ...: click Start or → Help and Support. 152 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) Actual steps may have Internet access through your broadband modem. 3 Install any software required for setting up the Hardware 1 Contact your computer's Control Panel, click Network and Internet connections→ Network and Sharing Center. Your router may vary...
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... Drivers for Your Wireless Network Card If the software is installed in your computer, see "Device Manager" on page 26): Windows Vista 1 Click Start , right-click Computer and select Properties. 2 Under Tasks click Device ... USB adapter for each computer that you ordered your computer, or use the Device Manager (see "Checking Your Wireless Network Card" on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about how to determine the type of card, check the order confirmation that you received when...
... Drivers for Your Wireless Network Card If the software is installed in your computer, see "Device Manager" on page 26): Windows Vista 1 Click Start , right-click Computer and select Properties. 2 Under Tasks click Device ... USB adapter for each computer that you ordered your computer, or use the Device Manager (see "Checking Your Wireless Network Card" on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about how to determine the type of card, check the order confirmation that you received when...
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...→ View Wireless Networks. 3 Select the desired network from the list and click Connect. Setting up a wireless Internet connection. 3 Install any software required for your computer or look for related topics in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Networks (LAN, ...navigation bar at the top of the Network folder. 3 Click Connect to the instructions provided by the router manufacturer. Install the required software according to a network under Tasks. 4 Select the desired network from the list and click Connect. Your wireless router may have wired...
...→ View Wireless Networks. 3 Select the desired network from the list and click Connect. Setting up a wireless Internet connection. 3 Install any software required for your computer or look for related topics in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Networks (LAN, ...navigation bar at the top of the Network folder. 3 Click Connect to the instructions provided by the router manufacturer. Install the required software according to a network under Tasks. 4 Select the desired network from the list and click Connect. Your wireless router may have wired...