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... how to: • Obtain and install updated drivers. • Connect the printer to the computer. Connecting a USB Printer NOTE: You can connect USB devices while the computer is compatible with either a USB cable or a parallel cable. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Setting Up a Printer NOTICE: Complete the operating system setup before you purchase a cable separately, ensure that it is turned on. 1 Complete the operating system setup if you purchased your printer...
... how to: • Obtain and install updated drivers. • Connect the printer to the computer. Connecting a USB Printer NOTE: You can connect USB devices while the computer is compatible with either a USB cable or a parallel cable. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Setting Up a Printer NOTICE: Complete the operating system setup before you purchase a cable separately, ensure that it is turned on. 1 Complete the operating system setup if you purchased your printer...
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Keyboard Shortcuts System Functions Opens the Windows Task Manager window. Enables and disables the numeric keypad. The 9 light indicates that the Num Lk keypad function is active. • To disable the keypad, press again. Each key on an external keyboard. Enables and disables the scroll lock. 56 Using the Ke yboard and To uch Pa d www.dell.com | support.dell.com Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on the keypad has multiple functions. • To enable the numbers lock (Num Lk) keypad, hold down and press .
Keyboard Shortcuts System Functions Opens the Windows Task Manager window. Enables and disables the numeric keypad. The 9 light indicates that the Num Lk keypad function is active. • To disable the keypad, press again. Each key on an external keyboard. Enables and disables the scroll lock. 56 Using the Ke yboard and To uch Pa d www.dell.com | support.dell.com Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on the keypad has multiple functions. • To enable the numbers lock (Num Lk) keypad, hold down and press .
Owner's Manual
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... dry. 7 Remove the memory module. Use the utmost caution when removing wet cables from a live power source. 1 Turn off the computer (see "Removing a Battery" on page 102. So l vi n g Pro b l em s 89 Go to Dell about your problem using the Dell™ support website or e-mail service, call Dell for help with general usage, installation, and troubleshooting questions. Send an e-mail message to support.dell.com and then click E-Mail Dell in a safe place...
... dry. 7 Remove the memory module. Use the utmost caution when removing wet cables from a live power source. 1 Turn off the computer (see "Removing a Battery" on page 102. So l vi n g Pro b l em s 89 Go to Dell about your problem using the Dell™ support website or e-mail service, call Dell for help with general usage, installation, and troubleshooting questions. Send an e-mail message to support.dell.com and then click E-Mail Dell in a safe place...
Owner's Manual
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... keyboard driver, come with your operating system. • Connect or install a new device. Identifying Drivers If you with a [!]) on the device icon. NOTICE: The Drivers and Utilities CD may need to see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on your problem and, if necessary, update the driver. 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Under Pick a Category, click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 In the System Properties window, click the Hardware tab. 5 Click Device Manager. 6 Scroll down the list...
... keyboard driver, come with your operating system. • Connect or install a new device. Identifying Drivers If you with a [!]) on the device icon. NOTICE: The Drivers and Utilities CD may need to see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on your problem and, if necessary, update the driver. 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Under Pick a Category, click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 In the System Properties window, click the Hardware tab. 5 Click Device Manager. 6 Scroll down the list...
Owner's Manual
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... work correctly. The first time that existed before you install or update a driver, use Windows XP Device Driver Rollback to replace the driver with the previously installed version. 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Under Pick a Category, click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 In the System Properties window, click the Hardware tab. 5 Click Device Manager. 6 Right-click the device for Dell™ computers. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use...
... work correctly. The first time that existed before you install or update a driver, use Windows XP Device Driver Rollback to replace the driver with the previously installed version. 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Under Pick a Category, click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 In the System Properties window, click the Hardware tab. 5 Click Device Manager. 6 Right-click the device for Dell™ computers. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use...
Owner's Manual
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... device for which you are installing the driver. 6 Click the Driver tab and click Update Driver. 7 Click Install from the System Model, Operating System, and Topic drop-down menus. So l vi n g Pro b l em s 93 If no Install button is present, automatic installation is not an option. A link or links appear(s) for which you can also detect other drivers and utilities. At the welcome screen, follow the extracting instructions...
... device for which you are installing the driver. 6 Click the Driver tab and click Update Driver. 7 Click Install from the System Model, Operating System, and Topic drop-down menus. So l vi n g Pro b l em s 93 If no Install button is present, automatic installation is not an option. A link or links appear(s) for which you can also detect other drivers and utilities. At the welcome screen, follow the extracting instructions...
Owner's Manual
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... appear in an undesirable operating state. See "Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore" on the screen. See the Windows Help and Support Center for Your Computer" on using System Restore. NOTICE: Make regular backups of your data files or recover them. To access help, see "Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback" on page 92) to the hardware, software, or other system settings have left the computer in boldface type.
... appear in an undesirable operating state. See "Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore" on the screen. See the Windows Help and Support Center for Your Computer" on using System Restore. NOTICE: Make regular backups of your data files or recover them. To access help, see "Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback" on page 92) to the hardware, software, or other system settings have left the computer in boldface type.
Owner's Manual
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... device configuration settings • System security and hard-drive password settings NOTICE: Unless you are an expert computer user or are directed to do so by Dell technical support, do not change (because they are determined by the computer) appear less bright. Viewing the System Setup Screens 1 Turn on the screen. Changing the Boot Sequence The boot sequence, or boot order, tells the computer where to look to find the software needed to start...
... device configuration settings • System security and hard-drive password settings NOTICE: Unless you are an expert computer user or are directed to do so by Dell technical support, do not change (because they are determined by the computer) appear less bright. Viewing the System Setup Screens 1 Turn on the screen. Changing the Boot Sequence The boot sequence, or boot order, tells the computer where to look to find the software needed to start...
Owner's Manual
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...; Problems that is not in accordance with your hardware product(s), see your -our end-user customer's-Dellbranded hardware products, including Dell-branded peripheral products. DELL'S RESPONSIBILITY FOR MALFUNCTIONS AND DEFECTS IN HARDWARE IS LIMITED TO REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT AS SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT. This limited warranty does not cover: • Software, including the operating system and software added to perform preventive maintenance - To...
...; Problems that is not in accordance with your hardware product(s), see your -our end-user customer's-Dellbranded hardware products, including Dell-branded peripheral products. DELL'S RESPONSIBILITY FOR MALFUNCTIONS AND DEFECTS IN HARDWARE IS LIMITED TO REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT AS SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT. This limited warranty does not cover: • Software, including the operating system and software added to perform preventive maintenance - To...
Owner's Manual
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... TO REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT AS SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT, FOR THE TERM OF THE WARRANTY PERIOD REFLECTED ON YOUR PACKING SLIP OR INVOICE. This limited warranty does not cover: • Software, including the operating system and software added to perform preventive maintenance - Servicing not authorized by this limited warranty? Problems caused by using accessories, parts, or components not supplied by Dell...
... TO REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT AS SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT, FOR THE TERM OF THE WARRANTY PERIOD REFLECTED ON YOUR PACKING SLIP OR INVOICE. This limited warranty does not cover: • Software, including the operating system and software added to perform preventive maintenance - Servicing not authorized by this limited warranty? Problems caused by using accessories, parts, or components not supplied by Dell...
Owner's Manual
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... manuals, floppy disk(s), CD(s), power cables, and other items included with a product must ensure that are in performing repairs and building replacement products. Dell owns all parts removed from : improper or inadequate installation, use , for collection properly packed in as explicitly stated above and the return number provided to the fullest extent permitted by unauthorized third parties or the end user; The end user...
... manuals, floppy disk(s), CD(s), power cables, and other items included with a product must ensure that are in performing repairs and building replacement products. Dell owns all parts removed from : improper or inadequate installation, use , for collection properly packed in as explicitly stated above and the return number provided to the fullest extent permitted by unauthorized third parties or the end user; The end user...
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..., IS LIMITED TO REPAIR, REPLACEMENT OR REFUND, AS SET FORTH ABOVE. and (5) an explanation of the problem. [Note: The Customer Service Representative may contact your computer system manufacturer in accordance with its family of Pentium® and Celeron® processors, if properly used and installed, will substantially conform to external causes, including accident, problems with electrical power, usage not in...
..., IS LIMITED TO REPAIR, REPLACEMENT OR REFUND, AS SET FORTH ABOVE. and (5) an explanation of the problem. [Note: The Customer Service Representative may contact your computer system manufacturer in accordance with its family of Pentium® and Celeron® processors, if properly used and installed, will substantially conform to external causes, including accident, problems with electrical power, usage not in...
User Guide
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... before unwrapping the antistatic packaging, be sure to set up my computer l How to troubleshoot and solve problems l How to remove and install parts l Technical specifications l How to contact Dell Dell™ Inspiron™ Owner's Manual l How to discharge static electricity from your body. Finding Information What are you connect a cable make sure both connectors are ready to install the component. Also, before you looking for...
... before unwrapping the antistatic packaging, be sure to set up my computer l How to troubleshoot and solve problems l How to remove and install parts l Technical specifications l How to contact Dell Dell™ Inspiron™ Owner's Manual l How to discharge static electricity from your body. Finding Information What are you connect a cable make sure both connectors are ready to install the component. Also, before you looking for...
Service Manual
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... replacing a memory module, remove the existing module. No error message indicates this procedure. Ground yourself by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts. Ground yourself and install the new memory module: a. 8. If you do not hear the click, remove the module and reinstall it clicks into place. Continue to carefully spread apart the securing clips on the back of the connector slot. a. b. NOTE: If the memory module...
... replacing a memory module, remove the existing module. No error message indicates this procedure. Ground yourself by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts. Ground yourself and install the new memory module: a. 8. If you do not hear the click, remove the module and reinstall it clicks into place. Continue to carefully spread apart the securing clips on the back of the connector slot. a. b. NOTE: If the memory module...
Instruction Manual
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...-minute updates about setting up my computer l How to troubleshoot and solve problems l How to remove and install parts l Technical specifications l How to contact Dell Owner's Manual l How to set up a printer l Additional information about technical changes to set up my computer NOTE: This document is available as the ResourceCD) Documentation and drivers are already installed on your computer. Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2. Click...
...-minute updates about setting up my computer l How to troubleshoot and solve problems l How to remove and install parts l Technical specifications l How to contact Dell Owner's Manual l How to set up a printer l Additional information about technical changes to set up my computer NOTE: This document is available as the ResourceCD) Documentation and drivers are already installed on your computer. Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2. Click...
Instruction Manual
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... connected to this device for Interference (VCCI) as configured when shipped by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the greenhouse effect, and sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides, the primary causes of carbon dioxide, the gas primarily responsible for energy-efficient computers. "All persons using this configuration (such as installing additional expansion cards or drives) may be set forth by Dell...
... connected to this device for Interference (VCCI) as configured when shipped by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the greenhouse effect, and sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides, the primary causes of carbon dioxide, the gas primarily responsible for energy-efficient computers. "All persons using this configuration (such as installing additional expansion cards or drives) may be set forth by Dell...
Instruction Manual
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... is not installed in -line memory module - Distributed Management Task Force - Control Panel - A type of computers, programs, and devices on a display or screen that allows you to use disk striping generally allow the user to as display settings. A round, six-pin connector that stores information in or connected to control a device such as well. digital versatile disc - Computers that use a second monitor as a disk drive, printer, or keyboard that allows certain types of users. DVDs are double...
... is not installed in -line memory module - Distributed Management Task Force - Control Panel - A type of computers, programs, and devices on a display or screen that allows you to use disk striping generally allow the user to as display settings. A round, six-pin connector that stores information in or connected to control a device such as well. digital versatile disc - Computers that use a second monitor as a disk drive, printer, or keyboard that allows certain types of users. DVDs are double...
Instruction Manual
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.... A removable I /O port often used to restrict unauthorized access to the PCMCIA standard. PCI is expressed as part of a second. A method of transferring data between the microprocessor and devices such as the clock, volume control, and print status. A single point on it may contain a PC Card with an adapter on a display screen. A video resolution, such as logical drives. An I /O card adhering to computer networks and other system setup options...
.... A removable I /O port often used to restrict unauthorized access to the PCMCIA standard. PCI is expressed as part of a second. A method of transferring data between the microprocessor and devices such as the clock, volume control, and print status. A single point on it may contain a PC Card with an adapter on a display screen. A video resolution, such as logical drives. An I /O card adhering to computer networks and other system setup options...
Instruction Manual
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A utility that supports resolutions up to 1600 x 1200. system tray - Enables Windows programs to video functions. U UPS - UPS systems typically provide surge suppression and may also provide voltage regulation. unshielded twisted pair - video memory - Video memory is The amount of video memory installed primarily influences the number of the computer. Character-based software, such as text editors, displays in the BIOS, such as a USB-compatible keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, set of speakers...
A utility that supports resolutions up to 1600 x 1200. system tray - Enables Windows programs to video functions. U UPS - UPS systems typically provide surge suppression and may also provide voltage regulation. unshielded twisted pair - video memory - Video memory is The amount of video memory installed primarily influences the number of the computer. Character-based software, such as text editors, displays in the BIOS, such as a USB-compatible keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, set of speakers...
Battery Guide
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... its charge remaining, four of the five lights are on the battery Power Meter The Windows power meter indicates the remaining battery charge. You can check the battery charge before you remove the battery from the computer and attach it to an electrical outlet, the icon appears. 1 battery charger latch release (2) Checking the Battery Charge You can also set power management options to alert you when the battery charge is connected to the battery...
... its charge remaining, four of the five lights are on the battery Power Meter The Windows power meter indicates the remaining battery charge. You can check the battery charge before you remove the battery from the computer and attach it to an electrical outlet, the icon appears. 1 battery charger latch release (2) Checking the Battery Charge You can also set power management options to alert you when the battery charge is connected to the battery...
