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Contents Charms Sidebar 15 Signing in to Windows 8 16 Closing a Windows 8 app 17 Turning off your computer - Windows 8 17 Power Adapter 21 Battery 22 Laptop Battery 22 Conserving the Battery Power 22 Coin-Cell Battery 23 Improving the Battery Performance 23 Touchpad 24 About Touchpad 24 Touchpad Gestures 24 Scroll 24 Zoom 26 Rotate 27 Flick 28 My Favorites 28 Desktop 28 Display 29 3D Display 29 Wireless Display 29 Touchscreen Display 30 Contents 3
Contents Charms Sidebar 15 Signing in to Windows 8 16 Closing a Windows 8 app 17 Turning off your computer - Windows 8 17 Power Adapter 21 Battery 22 Laptop Battery 22 Conserving the Battery Power 22 Coin-Cell Battery 23 Improving the Battery Performance 23 Touchpad 24 About Touchpad 24 Touchpad Gestures 24 Scroll 24 Zoom 26 Rotate 27 Flick 28 My Favorites 28 Desktop 28 Display 29 3D Display 29 Wireless Display 29 Touchscreen Display 30 Contents 3
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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 59 Setting Up a Wireless Internet Connection 60 Display 61 Setting Up Your ...
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 59 Setting Up a Wireless Internet Connection 60 Display 61 Setting Up Your ...
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Battery 75 Charging Laptop Battery 75 Improving the Battery Performance 75 Dell Desktop Mode 76 Dell Desktop Mode 76 Keyboard 77 General Keyboard Shortcuts 77 Changing Keyboard Input Language 79 Using Numeric Keypad on a Laptop Computer 80 Touchpad 81 Using Your Touchpad 81 Touchpad Gestures 81 Scroll 81 Zoom 83 Rotate 84 Flick 84 My Favorites 84 Desktop 84 Touchscreen 85 Using a Touchscreen Display 85 Using a Touchscreen Display 85 Audio Connectors 89 Types of audio connectors 89 5.1 Audio 90 7.1 Audio 90 6 Contents
Battery 75 Charging Laptop Battery 75 Improving the Battery Performance 75 Dell Desktop Mode 76 Dell Desktop Mode 76 Keyboard 77 General Keyboard Shortcuts 77 Changing Keyboard Input Language 79 Using Numeric Keypad on a Laptop Computer 80 Touchpad 81 Using Your Touchpad 81 Touchpad Gestures 81 Scroll 81 Zoom 83 Rotate 84 Flick 84 My Favorites 84 Desktop 84 Touchscreen 85 Using a Touchscreen Display 85 Using a Touchscreen Display 85 Audio Connectors 89 Types of audio connectors 89 5.1 Audio 90 7.1 Audio 90 6 Contents
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... Restore 132 About Dell Factory Image Restore 132 Starting Dell Factory Image Restore 132 Operating System Disc 133 About Operating System Disc 133 Reinstalling the Operating System Using the Operating System Disc 133 Diagnostics 137 ... 139 Troubleshooting 140 Display Screen is Difficult to Read 140 Desktop 140 Laptop 141 No Display on the Screen or Screen is Blank 142 Desktop 142 Laptop 143 Keyboard Not Working, Not Detected, or Working Intermittently 143 External Keyboard 143 Laptop Keyboard 144 System Setup (BIOS 147 Entering System Setup (BIOS 147 System...
... Restore 132 About Dell Factory Image Restore 132 Starting Dell Factory Image Restore 132 Operating System Disc 133 About Operating System Disc 133 Reinstalling the Operating System Using the Operating System Disc 133 Diagnostics 137 ... 139 Troubleshooting 140 Display Screen is Difficult to Read 140 Desktop 140 Laptop 141 No Display on the Screen or Screen is Blank 142 Desktop 142 Laptop 143 Keyboard Not Working, Not Detected, or Working Intermittently 143 External Keyboard 143 Laptop Keyboard 144 System Setup (BIOS 147 Entering System Setup (BIOS 147 System...
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... Boot Sequence 150 Flashing the BIOS 150 Getting Help and Contacting Dell 155 Self-Help Options 155 Accessing Windows Help and Support 155 Contacting Dell 156 Before Calling Dell 159 Computer Maintenance 160 Ergonomic Instructions for Desktops 160 Ergonomic Instructions for Laptops 162 Dell and the Environment 164 Regulatory Compliance Policy 165 Contact Details for...
... Boot Sequence 150 Flashing the BIOS 150 Getting Help and Contacting Dell 155 Self-Help Options 155 Accessing Windows Help and Support 155 Contacting Dell 156 Before Calling Dell 159 Computer Maintenance 160 Ergonomic Instructions for Desktops 160 Ergonomic Instructions for Laptops 162 Dell and the Environment 164 Regulatory Compliance Policy 165 Contact Details for...
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Battery Laptop Battery The following table compares the most commonly used batteries. 3-cell battery Low cost Small in size Low capacity Low weight 6-cell battery Moderate cost ... Large in size High capacity Heavy NOTE: When used and recharged. • Configure the power management settings using Microsoft Windows Power Options to optimize your laptop, do any of the following: • Connect the computer to be charged more often. battery life is largely determined by the number of time. 22...
Battery Laptop Battery The following table compares the most commonly used batteries. 3-cell battery Low cost Small in size Low capacity Low weight 6-cell battery Moderate cost ... Large in size High capacity Heavy NOTE: When used and recharged. • Configure the power management settings using Microsoft Windows Power Options to optimize your laptop, do any of the following: • Connect the computer to be charged more often. battery life is largely determined by the number of time. 22...
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... the system board and provides power to optimize your computer's power usage (see Power Management). • Using the Sleep power state when you use your laptop computer.
... the system board and provides power to optimize your computer's power usage (see Power Management). • Using the Sleep power state when you use your laptop computer.
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... Allows you to move selected items, and right-click or left-click by doubleclicking the touchpad icon in the desired direction to a relative position on laptop computers and some high-end keyboards. A touchpad has a touch-sensitive surface that senses the motion and position of your finger(s) to pan scroll the selected...
... Allows you to move selected items, and right-click or left-click by doubleclicking the touchpad icon in the desired direction to a relative position on laptop computers and some high-end keyboards. A touchpad has a touch-sensitive surface that senses the motion and position of your finger(s) to pan scroll the selected...
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Keyboard Computer Keyboards are arrangements of numerical and mathematical keys, in addition to the normal numbered keys. Some small-sized laptops and netbook computers do not have a physical keyboard, and provide an on their chassis, but all keyboards feature essentially... the same keys. Keyboard 33 Different manufacturers arrange the keys on ‑screen keyboard. Laptop computers have a number pad, a standard arrangement of square and rectangular labeled keys, each with one or more assigned functions. Press these...
Keyboard Computer Keyboards are arrangements of numerical and mathematical keys, in addition to the normal numbered keys. Some small-sized laptops and netbook computers do not have a physical keyboard, and provide an on their chassis, but all keyboards feature essentially... the same keys. Keyboard 33 Different manufacturers arrange the keys on ‑screen keyboard. Laptop computers have a number pad, a standard arrangement of square and rectangular labeled keys, each with one or more assigned functions. Press these...
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... in a dark environment. 34 Keyboard You can turn on automatically when your computer is placed in dark environments by illuminating the symbols on most laptop computers is integrated into the alphabetic keys). Your keyboard provides different sets of keys to turn on the backlight manually or configure the backlight to...
... in a dark environment. 34 Keyboard You can turn on automatically when your computer is placed in dark environments by illuminating the symbols on most laptop computers is integrated into the alphabetic keys). Your keyboard provides different sets of keys to turn on the backlight manually or configure the backlight to...
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... computer or using a wired or a wireless connection. Used on all current generation computer. • PS/2 port - An RF receiver is connected to your computer. On a Dell laptop computer, there are generally three lighting states available: • Full keyboard/touchpad brightness • Half keyboard/touchpad brightness • No lighting Pressing the and the...
... computer or using a wired or a wireless connection. Used on all current generation computer. • PS/2 port - An RF receiver is connected to your computer. On a Dell laptop computer, there are generally three lighting states available: • Full keyboard/touchpad brightness • Half keyboard/touchpad brightness • No lighting Pressing the and the...
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.... A layer of heat. Keeping the components cool helps in protecting them to increase airflow and are commonly used to the ones designed for mobile devices, laptop computers, desktop computers, servers, and so on . Processors are specifically designed for desktop computers or servers. A processor designed for mobile devices consumes less power compared...
.... A layer of heat. Keeping the components cool helps in protecting them to increase airflow and are commonly used to the ones designed for mobile devices, laptop computers, desktop computers, servers, and so on . Processors are specifically designed for desktop computers or servers. A processor designed for mobile devices consumes less power compared...
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USB -- PCI-E -- ExpressCard TV tuners are mostly standalone, however, some video cards also have built in various connectivity options such as: • Internal -- TV tuners are available for both desktop and laptop computers and are bundled with software that lets you record the television content on your computer. PC Card -- TV Tuners 45 PCI • External -- Most TV-tuner cards are available in TV tuners. TV Tuners You can use TV tuners to watch television on your computer.
USB -- PCI-E -- ExpressCard TV tuners are mostly standalone, however, some video cards also have built in various connectivity options such as: • Internal -- TV tuners are available for both desktop and laptop computers and are bundled with software that lets you record the television content on your computer. PC Card -- TV Tuners 45 PCI • External -- Most TV-tuner cards are available in TV tuners. TV Tuners You can use TV tuners to watch television on your computer.
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.... You must remove the blank to protect the slot from dust particles. ExpressCard slot on laptops and desktops is normally installed with a blank, when no ExpressCard is installed, to install an ExpressCard. 1 ExpressCard or blank Types of ExpressCards ExpressCard/34 ExpressCard/...
.... You must remove the blank to protect the slot from dust particles. ExpressCard slot on laptops and desktops is normally installed with a blank, when no ExpressCard is installed, to install an ExpressCard. 1 ExpressCard or blank Types of ExpressCards ExpressCard/34 ExpressCard/...
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However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to the computer and then plug it into a wall outlet or surge protector. Setting Up Your Laptop 55 Connect the AC adapter to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage. 1. Setting Up Your Laptop WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide.
However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to the computer and then plug it into a wall outlet or surge protector. Setting Up Your Laptop 55 Connect the AC adapter to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage. 1. Setting Up Your Laptop WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide.
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2. NOTE: The location of the power button and AC adapter connector may vary depending on your computer model. 56 Setting Up Your Laptop Press the power button to turn on the your laptop.
2. NOTE: The location of the power button and AC adapter connector may vary depending on your computer model. 56 Setting Up Your Laptop Press the power button to turn on the your laptop.
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... the drivers and software. Insert the optical disc into the optical drive of your webcam. Setting Up Your Webcam 71 Follow the instructions on laptop display or external display purchased with the computer only to use all the features of the wireless adapter. Turn on your computer. Shut down the...
... the drivers and software. Insert the optical disc into the optical drive of your webcam. Setting Up Your Webcam 71 Follow the instructions on laptop display or external display purchased with the computer only to use all the features of the wireless adapter. Turn on your computer. Shut down the...
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...the battery and maintains the battery charge. NOTE: You can hold a charge, varies depending on AC power when possible. Battery 75 Battery Charging Laptop Battery When you connect the computer with the number of times the battery is discharged and recharged. • Configuring the power management settings using Microsoft... Windows Power Options to optimize your computer's power usage (see the Article ID: 405686 at support.dell.com. The operating time of your battery significantly reduces if you use your...
...the battery and maintains the battery charge. NOTE: You can hold a charge, varies depending on AC power when possible. Battery 75 Battery Charging Laptop Battery When you connect the computer with the number of times the battery is discharged and recharged. • Configuring the power management settings using Microsoft... Windows Power Options to optimize your computer's power usage (see the Article ID: 405686 at support.dell.com. The operating time of your battery significantly reduces if you use your...
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... you to an A/C power outlet may reduce the battery life. Your Dell laptop automatically monitors the charging and discharging behavior of your computer by moderating the extent to enable longevity mode. NOTE: Dell longevity mode may not be supported on your preference. 4. The Battery Meter... dialog box is not in use. Your Dell laptop automatically monitors the charging and discharging behavior of its capacity. Right-click the battery icon on your laptop battery. The desktop mode feature protects the battery health by connecting it is ...
... you to an A/C power outlet may reduce the battery life. Your Dell laptop automatically monitors the charging and discharging behavior of your computer by moderating the extent to enable longevity mode. NOTE: Dell longevity mode may not be supported on your preference. 4. The Battery Meter... dialog box is not in use. Your Dell laptop automatically monitors the charging and discharging behavior of its capacity. Right-click the battery icon on your laptop battery. The desktop mode feature protects the battery health by connecting it is ...
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The keypad corresponds to the keypad of an extended keyboard • To type a number or symbol, press and hold and press the desired key. • To enable the numeric keypad, press . The light indicates that the keypad is active. • To disable the numeric keypad, press again. 80 Keyboard Using Numeric Keypad on a Laptop Computer 1 Numeric Keypad Your laptop computer may have a numeric keypad integrated into the keyboard.
The keypad corresponds to the keypad of an extended keyboard • To type a number or symbol, press and hold and press the desired key. • To enable the numeric keypad, press . The light indicates that the keypad is active. • To disable the numeric keypad, press again. 80 Keyboard Using Numeric Keypad on a Laptop Computer 1 Numeric Keypad Your laptop computer may have a numeric keypad integrated into the keyboard.