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A program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system . . . . . 64 A solid blue screen appears 64 Other software problems 65 Memory Problems 66 Network Problems 66 PC Card Problems 67 Power Problems 67 ... read 73 If only part of the display is readable 73 Drivers 73 What Is a Driver 73 Identifying Drivers 74 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 74 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 75 Restoring Your Operating System 75 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 76 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 77 9 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You...
A program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system . . . . . 64 A solid blue screen appears 64 Other software problems 65 Memory Problems 66 Network Problems 66 PC Card Problems 67 Power Problems 67 ... read 73 If only part of the display is readable 73 Drivers 73 What Is a Driver 73 Identifying Drivers 74 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 74 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 75 Restoring Your Operating System 75 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 76 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 77 9 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You...
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..., warranty, and repair information • Downloads - Drivers, patches, and software updates • Reference - Finding Information 11 The Dell Support website provides several online tools, including: • Solutions - Upgrade information for components, such as a modem) Find It Here Dell Support Website - Computer documentation, product specifications, and white papers Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click the...
..., warranty, and repair information • Downloads - Drivers, patches, and software updates • Reference - Finding Information 11 The Dell Support website provides several online tools, including: • Solutions - Upgrade information for components, such as a modem) Find It Here Dell Support Website - Computer documentation, product specifications, and white papers Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click the...
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... have a service outage. See the documentation that came with the printer for setup information, including how to: • Obtain and install updated drivers. • Connect the printer to the computer. • Load paper and install the toner or ink cartridge. • Contact the printer manufacturer... problems connecting to the Internet, see "E-mail, Modem, and Internet Problems" on the screen to complete the setup. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 4 In the next window, click the appropriate option: • If you do you want to select one, click Choose from a list of Internet...
... have a service outage. See the documentation that came with the printer for setup information, including how to: • Obtain and install updated drivers. • Connect the printer to the computer. • Load paper and install the toner or ink cartridge. • Contact the printer manufacturer... problems connecting to the Internet, see "E-mail, Modem, and Internet Problems" on the screen to complete the setup. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 4 In the next window, click the appropriate option: • If you do you want to select one, click Choose from a list of Internet...
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... Office Network 47 infrastructure network ad-hoc network home network Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft Windows XP Your wireless network card requires specific software and drivers in order to connect to Classic View. 2 Double-click Network Connections. 3 Click Wireless Network Connection.... If the software is located on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 1 Click the Start button, click...
... Office Network 47 infrastructure network ad-hoc network home network Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft Windows XP Your wireless network card requires specific software and drivers in order to connect to Classic View. 2 Double-click Network Connections. 3 Click Wireless Network Connection.... If the software is located on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 1 Click the Start button, click...
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... icon in some MP3 players overrides the Windows volume setting. A D J U S T T H E V O L U M E U S I V E R - See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 74. No sound from external speakers NOTE: The volume control in the lower-right corner of your screen. See the setup diagram supplied with the speakers. D I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - www.dell.com | support.dell.com VERIFY THAT THE SCANNER IS...
... icon in some MP3 players overrides the Windows volume setting. A D J U S T T H E V O L U M E U S I V E R - See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 74. No sound from external speakers NOTE: The volume control in the lower-right corner of your screen. See the setup diagram supplied with the speakers. D I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - www.dell.com | support.dell.com VERIFY THAT THE SCANNER IS...
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... is blank NOTE: If you attach an external monitor to power your computer supports, it is recommended that the electrical outlet is on. www.dell.com | support.dell.com TO VERIFY THAT THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE MOUSE, CHECK THE TOUCH PAD - 1 Shut down the computer. 2 Disconnect the mouse. ...3 Turn on the computer. 4 At the Windows desktop, use the touch pad to the display. 72 Solving Problems See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 11. ...
... is blank NOTE: If you attach an external monitor to power your computer supports, it is recommended that the electrical outlet is on. www.dell.com | support.dell.com TO VERIFY THAT THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE MOUSE, CHECK THE TOUCH PAD - 1 Shut down the computer. 2 Disconnect the mouse. ...3 Turn on the computer. 4 At the Windows desktop, use the touch pad to the display. 72 Solving Problems See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 11. ...
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... appears, see page 101). Each device has its driver recognizes. Solving Problems 73 or down your external speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the subwoofer is difficult to read A D J U S T T H E B R I N T E R F E R E N C E - Contact Dell (see page 60. M O V E T ...H E E X T E R N A L S U B W O O F E R A W A Y F R O M T H E C O M P U T E R O R M O N I O N - If your computer and connect an external monitor to change or click the Display icon. 3 Try different settings for Color quality and Screen resolution. ADJUST THE WINDOWS...
... appears, see page 101). Each device has its driver recognizes. Solving Problems 73 or down your external speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the subwoofer is difficult to read A D J U S T T H E B R I N T E R F E R E N C E - Contact Dell (see page 60. M O V E T ...H E E X T E R N A L S U B W O O F E R A W A Y F R O M T H E C O M P U T E R O R M O N I O N - If your computer and connect an external monitor to change or click the Display icon. 3 Try different settings for Color quality and Screen resolution. ADJUST THE WINDOWS...
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... 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 you install drivers obtained from other sources, your computer might not work correctly.
... 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 you install drivers obtained from other sources, your computer might not work correctly.
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... the following ways: • Microsoft Windows XP System Restore returns your computer. Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly configured, you previously extracted the driver files. 9 When the name of the appropriate driver appears, click Next. 10 Click Finish...
... the following ways: • Microsoft Windows XP System Restore returns your computer. Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly configured, you previously extracted the driver files. 9 When the name of the appropriate driver appears, click Next. 10 Click Finish...
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... a calendar date to which you want to restore your computer. See the Windows Help and Support Center for the Windows default view, so they may not work if you set your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view. If that you to see and select restore points. Using Microsoft...and close any open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any applications installed after you install a device driver, use System Restore. All calendar dates with available restore points appear in an undesirable operating state. Creating a Restore Point 1 Click the Start ...
... a calendar date to which you want to restore your computer. See the Windows Help and Support Center for the Windows default view, so they may not work if you set your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view. If that you to see and select restore points. Using Microsoft...and close any open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any applications installed after you install a device driver, use System Restore. All calendar dates with available restore points appear in an undesirable operating state. Creating a Restore Point 1 Click the Start ...
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...31 copying DVDs general information, 31 helpful tips, 32 how to, 31 D Dell support policy, 101 support site, 11 Dell Diagnostics, 55 Dell Premier Support website, 9 device status lights description, 15 diagnostics Dell, 55 display description, 13 problems, 72 system view, 13 display latch description..., 13 system view, 13 display settings for a TV enabling in Windows XP, 36 documentation help file, 10 online, 11 Owner's Manual, 9 Product Information Guide, 9 Setup Diagram, 10 drivers, 73 about...
...31 copying DVDs general information, 31 helpful tips, 32 how to, 31 D Dell support policy, 101 support site, 11 Dell Diagnostics, 55 Dell Premier Support website, 9 device status lights description, 15 diagnostics Dell, 55 display description, 13 problems, 72 system view, 13 display latch description..., 13 system view, 13 display settings for a TV enabling in Windows XP, 36 documentation help file, 10 online, 11 Owner's Manual, 9 Product Information Guide, 9 Setup Diagram, 10 drivers, 73 about...
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...pad about, 40 customizing, 40 description, 15 system view, 15 touch pad buttons description, 15 system view, 15 troubleshooting conflicts, 75 Dell Diagnostics, 55 external keyboard problems, 62 Hardware Troubleshooter, 75 Help and Support Center, 11 restore to previous state, 76 V video ...problems, 72 video connector description, 20 system view, 20 volume adjusting, 70 W warranty, 9 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 74 enabling display settings for a TV, 36 Hardware Troubleshooter, 75 Help and Support Center, 11 Program Compatibility Wizard, 64 System...
...pad about, 40 customizing, 40 description, 15 system view, 15 touch pad buttons description, 15 system view, 15 troubleshooting conflicts, 75 Dell Diagnostics, 55 external keyboard problems, 62 Hardware Troubleshooter, 75 Help and Support Center, 11 restore to previous state, 76 V video ...problems, 72 video connector description, 20 system view, 20 volume adjusting, 70 W warranty, 9 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 74 enabling display settings for a TV, 36 Hardware Troubleshooter, 75 Help and Support Center, 11 Program Compatibility Wizard, 64 System...