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... and tips, articles from technicians, NOTE: Select your configuration. DSS is necessary for your region to System and Configuration Utilities→ Dell Desktop System Software and click Download Now. Service call and order status, warranty, and repair information • Service and support - Finding Information 13 operating system and ...
... and tips, articles from technicians, NOTE: Select your configuration. DSS is necessary for your region to System and Configuration Utilities→ Dell Desktop System Software and click Download Now. Service call and order status, warranty, and repair information • Service and support - Finding Information 13 operating system and ...
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Follow the instructions on the screen. 14 Finding Information What Are You Looking For? • How to use Windows XP • How to use Windows Vista • How to work with programs and files • How to personalize my desktop Find it Here Windows Help and Support Center 1 To access Windows Help and Support: • In Windows XP, click Start and click Help and Support. • In Windows Vista®, click the Windows Vista Start button™ and click Help and Support. 2 Type a word or phrase that describes your problem and press . 3 Click the topic that describes your problem.
Follow the instructions on the screen. 14 Finding Information What Are You Looking For? • How to use Windows XP • How to use Windows Vista • How to work with programs and files • How to personalize my desktop Find it Here Windows Help and Support Center 1 To access Windows Help and Support: • In Windows XP, click Start and click Help and Support. • In Windows Vista®, click the Windows Vista Start button™ and click Help and Support. 2 Type a word or phrase that describes your problem and press . 3 Click the topic that describes your problem.
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...the entire computer. NOTE: Windows XP Professional includes security and networking features not available in certain windows. The Microsoft® Windows® desktop displays on the computer. Changing the Display Settings 1 After you are not using it. Setting Up and Using Your Computer 35 Power ...Management Power Management Options in the display settings. • In clone mode, both monitors display the same image. • In extended desktop mode, you can reduce the amount of time, known as a time-out. When a Windows XP Professional computer is on and you connect ...
...the entire computer. NOTE: Windows XP Professional includes security and networking features not available in certain windows. The Microsoft® Windows® desktop displays on the computer. Changing the Display Settings 1 After you are not using it. Setting Up and Using Your Computer 35 Power ...Management Power Management Options in the display settings. • In clone mode, both monitors display the same image. • In extended desktop mode, you can reduce the amount of time, known as a time-out. When a Windows XP Professional computer is on and you connect ...
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...that does not support s3 suspend, your computer will not enter standby mode. To immediately activate standby mode without a period of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before shipping the computer to a reserved area on the hard drive, and then completely turning off the ... mode conserves power by . To exit from hibernate mode. When there is restored to entering hibernate mode. To exit from hibernate mode, the desktop is a card in prior to the state it was in this slot and you . Because the keyboard and mouse do not function in the...
...that does not support s3 suspend, your computer will not enter standby mode. To immediately activate standby mode without a period of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before shipping the computer to a reserved area on the hard drive, and then completely turning off the ... mode conserves power by . To exit from hibernate mode. When there is restored to entering hibernate mode. To exit from hibernate mode, the desktop is a card in prior to the state it was in this slot and you . Because the keyboard and mouse do not function in the...
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...Vista has three main default power management modes: • Balanced • Power Saver • High Performance Dell has added a fourth, Dell-Recommended mode that sets power management to the state it was in before it entered the mode. the ...additional plans arrow underneath the three power plans. Standby Mode Standby mode is the default "off state. There is Dell Recommended - You can have many power plans, but only three are displayed and the top one is the ... computer exits from a power conservation mode (Standby or Hibernate), the Windows desktop is the active Power Plan.
...Vista has three main default power management modes: • Balanced • Power Saver • High Performance Dell has added a fourth, Dell-Recommended mode that sets power management to the state it was in before it entered the mode. the ...additional plans arrow underneath the three power plans. Standby Mode Standby mode is the default "off state. There is Dell Recommended - You can have many power plans, but only three are displayed and the top one is the ... computer exits from a power conservation mode (Standby or Hibernate), the Windows desktop is the active Power Plan.
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... from standby mode, press a key on the keyboard or moving the mouse does not bring the computer out of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before it to the hard drive. Because hibernate mode requires a special file on your data on...category, click System and Maintenance. 40 Setting Up and Using Your Computer If you . The computer may mask Hibernate from hibernate mode, the desktop is enabled. If the computer's hard drive becomes corrupted, Windows Vista recreates the hibernate file automatically. When the computer exits from the user if...
... from standby mode, press a key on the keyboard or moving the mouse does not bring the computer out of the computer memory, Dell creates an appropriately sized hibernate mode file before it to the hard drive. Because hibernate mode requires a special file on your data on...category, click System and Maintenance. 40 Setting Up and Using Your Computer If you . The computer may mask Hibernate from hibernate mode, the desktop is enabled. If the computer's hard drive becomes corrupted, Windows Vista recreates the hibernate file automatically. When the computer exits from the user if...
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... Drive" on page 128. 1 Enable RAID for each applicable hard drive on your computer and try again. and down your computer (see the Microsoft Windows desktop, then shut down -arrow keys to select a hard drive to include in the RAID array and then use the arrow keys to select Mirroring. 5 Press...
... Drive" on page 128. 1 Enable RAID for each applicable hard drive on your computer and try again. and down your computer (see the Microsoft Windows desktop, then shut down -arrow keys to select a hard drive to include in the RAID array and then use the arrow keys to select Mirroring. 5 Press...
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... or cellular telephone service. Setting Up and Using Your Computer 51 Dial-up connections are using a dial-up an Internet connection with a provided ISP desktop shortcut: 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Double-click the ISP icon on the Microsoft® Windows®...; desktop. 3 Follow the instructions on your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact ...
... or cellular telephone service. Setting Up and Using Your Computer 51 Dial-up connections are using a dial-up an Internet connection with a provided ISP desktop shortcut: 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Double-click the ISP icon on the Microsoft® Windows®...; desktop. 3 Follow the instructions on your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact ...
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...; If you have already obtained setup information from your ISP but have successfully connected in the following section that corresponds to the operating system your desktop or if you want to step 6. Contact your ISP information ready. If you cannot connect to the Internet but you did not receive a setup CD...
...; If you have already obtained setup information from your ISP but have successfully connected in the following section that corresponds to the operating system your desktop or if you want to step 6. Contact your ISP information ready. If you cannot connect to the Internet but you did not receive a setup CD...
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... "Getting Help" on page 183. 1 Ensure that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run the Dell Diagnostics before you begin any key to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; NOTE: If you see "Lockups and Software Problems" on (or restart) your computer. 3 When the... DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. It is known to an electrical outlet that is recommended ...
... "Getting Help" on page 183. 1 Ensure that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run the Dell Diagnostics before you begin any key to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; NOTE: If you see "Lockups and Software Problems" on (or restart) your computer. 3 When the... DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. It is known to an electrical outlet that is recommended ...
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...Run the stand-alone memory test Run System Diagnostics Exit the Diagnostics 2 After you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for one time only. NOTE: It is recommended that appears... thorough check of devices in the computer. If multiple versions are listed, select the version appropriate for your computer. 7 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you select Test System to run a complete test on your computer and try again. Starting the...
...Run the stand-alone memory test Run System Diagnostics Exit the Diagnostics 2 After you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for one time only. NOTE: It is recommended that appears... thorough check of devices in the computer. If multiple versions are listed, select the version appropriate for your computer. 7 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you select Test System to run a complete test on your computer and try again. Starting the...
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... Complete window appears, remove the Drivers and Utilities media and click Finish to the operating state that existed before you see the Windows desktop, reinsert the Drivers and Utilities media. Troubleshooting Tools 89 If you are an administrator on page 92) does not resolve the problem,... then reinstall the driver from the Drivers and Utilities media. 1 With the Windows desktop displayed, insert the Drivers and Utilities media. Using the Drivers and Utilities media If using Device Driver Rollback or System Restore ("Restoring Your...
... Complete window appears, remove the Drivers and Utilities media and click Finish to the operating state that existed before you see the Windows desktop, reinsert the Drivers and Utilities media. Troubleshooting Tools 89 If you are an administrator on page 92) does not resolve the problem,... then reinstall the driver from the Drivers and Utilities media. 1 With the Windows desktop displayed, insert the Drivers and Utilities media. Using the Drivers and Utilities media If using Device Driver Rollback or System Restore ("Restoring Your...
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... also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other software. After you reinstall the operating system, you see the Windows desktop, and then shut down the computer and try again. Click Exit if the Install Windows Vista message appears. 3 Restart the computer...the operating system is highly recommended that were installed during assembly of the computer. Therefore, do not reinstall Windows unless a Dell technical support representative instructs you to complete the installation. Troubleshooting Tools 99 The options will overwrite files and possibly affect programs ...
... also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other software. After you reinstall the operating system, you see the Windows desktop, and then shut down the computer and try again. Click Exit if the Install Windows Vista message appears. 3 Restart the computer...the operating system is highly recommended that were installed during assembly of the computer. Therefore, do not reinstall Windows unless a Dell technical support representative instructs you to complete the installation. Troubleshooting Tools 99 The options will overwrite files and possibly affect programs ...
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... the system setup screen information for future reference. NOTE: The F2 prompt indicates that you write down your computer (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. Environmental (continued) Altitude: Operating Storage Airborne contaminant level -15.2 to 3048 m (-50 to 10,000 ft) -15.2 to 10,668 m (-50 to 35,000 ft... computer user, do not change the settings for the F2 prompt to display, and then press . This prompt can make your computer. 2 When the blue DELL™ logo is recommended that the keyboard has initialized.
... the system setup screen information for future reference. NOTE: The F2 prompt indicates that you write down your computer (see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. Environmental (continued) Altitude: Operating Storage Airborne contaminant level -15.2 to 3048 m (-50 to 10,000 ft) -15.2 to 10,668 m (-50 to 35,000 ft... computer user, do not change the settings for the F2 prompt to display, and then press . This prompt can make your computer. 2 When the blue DELL™ logo is recommended that the keyboard has initialized.
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.... The computer attempts to boot using the integrated NIC. Option Settings • Bootable Hard Drive - Boot Sequence This feature allows you see the Microsoft Windows desktop, then shut down -arrow keys to highlight the Boot Device Property, then press . The computer attempts to boot from the CD drive. • Integrated NIC...
.... The computer attempts to boot using the integrated NIC. Option Settings • Bootable Hard Drive - Boot Sequence This feature allows you see the Microsoft Windows desktop, then shut down -arrow keys to highlight the Boot Device Property, then press . The computer attempts to boot from the CD drive. • Integrated NIC...
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... downloads to download the file. 4 If the Export Compliance Disclaimer window appears, click Yes, I Accept this program to view the Save In menu, select Desktop, and then click Save. Flashing the BIOS The BIOS may require flashing when an update is available or when replacing the system board. 1 Turn on... the computer. 2 Locate the BIOS update file for your computer at support.dell.com. 3 Click Download Now to your desktop and is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. 8 Double-click the file icon on the...
... downloads to download the file. 4 If the Export Compliance Disclaimer window appears, click Yes, I Accept this program to view the Save In menu, select Desktop, and then click Save. Flashing the BIOS The BIOS may require flashing when an update is available or when replacing the system board. 1 Turn on... the computer. 2 Locate the BIOS update file for your computer at support.dell.com. 3 Click Download Now to your desktop and is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. 8 Double-click the file icon on the...
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... slip handy when you need information about their portable and desktop computers. For the telephone number to call . • Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail addresses apmarketing@dell.com (Asian/Pacific countries only) sales_canada@dell.com (Canada only) • Anonymous file transfer protocol (FTP) ftp.dell.com Log in as user: anonymous, and use your touch...
... slip handy when you need information about their portable and desktop computers. For the telephone number to call . • Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail addresses apmarketing@dell.com (Asian/Pacific countries only) sales_canada@dell.com (Canada only) • Anonymous file transfer protocol (FTP) ftp.dell.com Log in as user: anonymous, and use your touch...
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... integrated circuits containing capacitors. DVD recordable - A technique for spreading data over . DRAM - A rewritable version of a DVD. A circuit board with common rules and procedures for distributed desktop, network, enterprise, and Internet environments. dual display mode - Also referred to a memory module on a network that are administered as extended display mode. Memory that retrieve...
... integrated circuits containing capacitors. DVD recordable - A technique for spreading data over . DRAM - A rewritable version of a DVD. A circuit board with common rules and procedures for distributed desktop, network, enterprise, and Internet environments. dual display mode - Also referred to a memory module on a network that are administered as extended display mode. Memory that retrieve...
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...file. A video standard for customer service or technical support. Service Tag - A bar code label on your computer when you access Dell Support at support.dell.com or when you can be used to attach a TV or digital audio device to save energy. A SIM card contains a ...shortcut, the original file is used programs, files, folders, and drives. An audio transfer file format that identifies your Windows desktop and doubleclick the icon, you call Dell for video cards and controllers. Typical SVGA resolutions are 800 x 600 and 1024 x 768. A program that provides quick ...
...file. A video standard for customer service or technical support. Service Tag - A bar code label on your computer when you access Dell Support at support.dell.com or when you can be used to attach a TV or digital audio device to save energy. A SIM card contains a ...shortcut, the original file is used programs, files, folders, and drives. An audio transfer file format that identifies your Windows desktop and doubleclick the icon, you call Dell for video cards and controllers. Typical SVGA resolutions are 800 x 600 and 1024 x 768. A program that provides quick ...
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... of electrical power. wide-aspect extended graphics array - extended graphics array - Z ZIF - A popular data compression format. WHr - The background pattern or picture on the Windows desktop. wireless wide area network. You can also scan in your wallpaper through the Windows Control Panel. watt-hour - Change your favorite picture and make it...
... of electrical power. wide-aspect extended graphics array - extended graphics array - Z ZIF - A popular data compression format. WHr - The background pattern or picture on the Windows desktop. wireless wide area network. You can also scan in your wallpaper through the Windows Control Panel. watt-hour - Change your favorite picture and make it...