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...Display Device 239 Configure the Display Views 240 Dual Independent Display Mode 241 Swapping Primary and Secondary Displays . . . . 242 Switching the Display Image 242 Configuring Display Settings 242 Setting Display Resolution With the Windows Display Properties Menu 243 Accessing the Settings tab of the Display Properties Menu 244 Accessing Additional Functions With the Advanced Button 245 Accessing the Video Card Control Features . . . . 245 Getting Help for Video Display Resolution Problems 245 Adjusting Display Settings With the Vendor Video Card Control Panel 246 Windows Vista...
...Display Device 239 Configure the Display Views 240 Dual Independent Display Mode 241 Swapping Primary and Secondary Displays . . . . 242 Switching the Display Image 242 Configuring Display Settings 242 Setting Display Resolution With the Windows Display Properties Menu 243 Accessing the Settings tab of the Display Properties Menu 244 Accessing Additional Functions With the Advanced Button 245 Accessing the Video Card Control Features . . . . 245 Getting Help for Video Display Resolution Problems 245 Adjusting Display Settings With the Vendor Video Card Control Panel 246 Windows Vista...
Dell Technology Guide
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... 1394 Device Problems 291 Keyboard Problems for External 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 21 System Setup 307 Viewing System Settings With the System Setup Program 307 Entering the System Setup Program 308 Working With Options on the System Setup Program Screen 308 Changing...
... 1394 Device Problems 291 Keyboard Problems for External 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 21 System Setup 307 Viewing System Settings With the System Setup Program 307 Entering the System Setup Program 308 Working With Options on the System Setup Program Screen 308 Changing...
Dell Technology Guide
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...: Device guides Windows Help and Support See Microsoft Windows Help and Support to a wireless network, as well as managing a wireless network connection. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about wireless networking. Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Search→ All Files or Folders. 2 Enter the name of the program in the Search field. 3 Press . The device guide provides helpful information about connecting to access device guide for a specific program: Windows Vista® 1 Click Start →Search. 2 Enter the...
...: Device guides Windows Help and Support See Microsoft Windows Help and Support to a wireless network, as well as managing a wireless network connection. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about wireless networking. Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Search→ All Files or Folders. 2 Enter the name of the program in the Search field. 3 Press . The device guide provides helpful information about connecting to access device guide for a specific program: Windows Vista® 1 Click Start →Search. 2 Enter the...
Dell Technology Guide
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... the screen check box. 3 Click OK. 2 On the Touch Pointer tab, select or clear the Show the touch pointer when I'm interacting with items on the taskbar. Also, see the pointing device's manufacturer's guide for your mouse when the mouse is connected to install the appropriate drivers manually. Turning the Touch Pointer On or Off From the Taskbar 1 Use your computer. Troubleshooting a USB Pointing Device You...
... the screen check box. 3 Click OK. 2 On the Touch Pointer tab, select or clear the Show the touch pointer when I'm interacting with items on the taskbar. Also, see the pointing device's manufacturer's guide for your mouse when the mouse is connected to install the appropriate drivers manually. Turning the Touch Pointer On or Off From the Taskbar 1 Use your computer. Troubleshooting a USB Pointing Device You...
Dell Technology Guide
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... this section. Drives and Media 79 You may need to install drivers if you: • Upgrade your operating system. • Reinstall your media drive. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, use Windows Device Driver Rollback. 1 Click Start and right-click Computer. 2 Click Properties→ Device Manager. 3 Right-click the device for Media Drives A driver is next to see "Using Microsoft® Windows® System Restore" on the device icon. Installing Drivers for which the new driver was installed, and...
... this section. Drives and Media 79 You may need to install drivers if you: • Upgrade your operating system. • Reinstall your media drive. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, use Windows Device Driver Rollback. 1 Click Start and right-click Computer. 2 Click Properties→ Device Manager. 3 Right-click the device for Media Drives A driver is next to see "Using Microsoft® Windows® System Restore" on the device icon. Installing Drivers for which the new driver was installed, and...
Dell Technology Guide
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... FOR DRIVES THAT USE SLOT-LOADING, ENSURE THAT THE MEDIA IS COMPLETELY IN THE SLOT CHECK THE CABLE CONNECTIONS R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - HINT: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your computer might not work correctly. Drive Problems CAUTION: Before you are installing the driver. 6 Click the Driver tab→ Update Driver→ Browse my computer for Dell computers. Drives and Media 81 TEST THE DRIVE - • Insert another CD, DVD, or Blu-ray Disc®...
... FOR DRIVES THAT USE SLOT-LOADING, ENSURE THAT THE MEDIA IS COMPLETELY IN THE SLOT CHECK THE CABLE CONNECTIONS R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R - HINT: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your computer might not work correctly. Drive Problems CAUTION: Before you are installing the driver. 6 Click the Driver tab→ Update Driver→ Browse my computer for Dell computers. Drives and Media 81 TEST THE DRIVE - • Insert another CD, DVD, or Blu-ray Disc®...
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... specific details. See the documentation provided with Internet access established. A router has multiple ports, each other, allowing the computers to each supporting one computer or one peripheral such as a printer. • Network cables - What You Need to e-mailing large digital photographs, downloading music, or viewing streaming videos. For information on broadband connection, see "Broadband Access" on the network to share Internet access provided by ISPs-cable...
... specific details. See the documentation provided with Internet access established. A router has multiple ports, each other, allowing the computers to each supporting one computer or one peripheral such as a printer. • Network cables - What You Need to e-mailing large digital photographs, downloading music, or viewing streaming videos. For information on broadband connection, see "Broadband Access" on the network to share Internet access provided by ISPs-cable...
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... Wi-Fi network connection: 1 Click Start → Control Panel. 2 Double click the Security Center icon, then click the Windows Firewall option. 3 Select the Exceptions tab on page 255. Disable file and print sharing before using the Windows Vista or Windows XP operating system, ensure that the Windows firewall feature is located, refer to a wireless network, your operating system does not include a firewall, purchase and install an integrated Internet security software package or...
... Wi-Fi network connection: 1 Click Start → Control Panel. 2 Double click the Security Center icon, then click the Windows Firewall option. 3 Select the Exceptions tab on page 255. Disable file and print sharing before using the Windows Vista or Windows XP operating system, ensure that the Windows firewall feature is located, refer to a wireless network, your operating system does not include a firewall, purchase and install an integrated Internet security software package or...
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... set up the 5.1 audio connections: Click Start →Control Panel→Additional Options. Run IDT Audio Control Panel. In the Jacks tab, there are three connector icons. 5.1 Audio NOTE: 5.1 Audio may not be provided by the optical media or a satellite TV channel. A 5.1 signal can be supported on all computers. 5.1 refers to the right audio out/headphone connector. Multimedia 207 while the 1 refers to the five main audio channels: left front, center...
... set up the 5.1 audio connections: Click Start →Control Panel→Additional Options. Run IDT Audio Control Panel. In the Jacks tab, there are three connector icons. 5.1 Audio NOTE: 5.1 Audio may not be provided by the optical media or a satellite TV channel. A 5.1 signal can be supported on all computers. 5.1 refers to the right audio out/headphone connector. Multimedia 207 while the 1 refers to the five main audio channels: left front, center...
Dell Technology Guide
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... cables are connected and that a bootable optical media is in the drive. • If the hard drive is your boot device, ensure that the cables are connected and that the drive is installed properly and partitioned as a boot device. • Enter the system setup program and ensure that was running when the message appeared. I N V A L I D C O N F I G U R A T I O N I N F O R M A T I L A B L E M E M O R Y - Keyboard failure or keyboard cable loose (see "Keyboard Problems for External Keyboards" on page 292). D E C R E A S I N G A V A I O N - ERROR 8602 - HARD DRIVE SELF MONITORING...
... cables are connected and that a bootable optical media is in the drive. • If the hard drive is your boot device, ensure that the cables are connected and that the drive is installed properly and partitioned as a boot device. • Enter the system setup program and ensure that was running when the message appeared. I N V A L I D C O N F I G U R A T I O N I N F O R M A T I L A B L E M E M O R Y - Keyboard failure or keyboard cable loose (see "Keyboard Problems for External Keyboards" on page 292). D E C R E A S I N G A V A I O N - ERROR 8602 - HARD DRIVE SELF MONITORING...
Dell Technology Guide
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... customize the test by changing the test settings. 5 When the tests are complete, close the Main Menu screen. 6 Remove the Dell Drivers and Utilities media (if applicable). The software automatically identifies your Service Tag Number, PC Model Number, Express Service Code, your hardware configuration for running the test. Describes the test and may not display the names of all the components installed on your computer such as drivers and downloads, training, tutorials, and Knowledge Base articles. The device list may...
... customize the test by changing the test settings. 5 When the tests are complete, close the Main Menu screen. 6 Remove the Dell Drivers and Utilities media (if applicable). The software automatically identifies your Service Tag Number, PC Model Number, Express Service Code, your hardware configuration for running the test. Describes the test and may not display the names of all the components installed on your computer such as drivers and downloads, training, tutorials, and Knowledge Base articles. The device list may...
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... or "Diagnostic Lights for Media Drives" on page 79. R E I N S T A L L T H E M O U S E D R I N G S - C H E C K T H E N E T W O R K L I N G - Replace the network cable. Contact your network administrator or the person who set up your network to verify that your computer. Network Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer or see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. See "Windows Hardware Troubleshooter" on...
... or "Diagnostic Lights for Media Drives" on page 79. R E I N S T A L L T H E M O U S E D R I N G S - C H E C K T H E N E T W O R K L I N G - Replace the network cable. Contact your network administrator or the person who set up your network to verify that your computer. Network Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer or see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. See "Windows Hardware Troubleshooter" on...
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...N G S - Turn off nearby devices to appear shaky. C H E C K T H E M O N I T O R S E T T I T O R - C H E C K T H E M O N I T O R S E T T I T O R A W A Y F R O M E X T E R N A L P O W E R S O U R C E S - Fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, and other electrical devices can cause the screen image to check for interference. Ensure that the subwoofer is Readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR - 1 Shut down your speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the power cable for the graphics card(s) is poor Windows XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Appearance and...
...N G S - Turn off nearby devices to appear shaky. C H E C K T H E M O N I T O R S E T T I T O R - C H E C K T H E M O N I T O R S E T T I T O R A W A Y F R O M E X T E R N A L P O W E R S O U R C E S - Fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, and other electrical devices can cause the screen image to check for interference. Ensure that the subwoofer is Readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR - 1 Shut down your speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the power cable for the graphics card(s) is poor Windows XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Appearance and...
Dell Technology Guide
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... Windows desktop, then shut down your computer and try again. 4 The Boot Menu appears, listing all available boot devices. 5 Use the arrow keys to select the appropriate device (for certain hardware replacements. 310 System Setup The next time you want to be bootable. The BIOS settings may need to boot and press . NOTE: To boot to a USB connector. 2 Turn on the computer. Changing the BIOS Settings The BIOS is bootable, check the device documentation. When the DELL...
... Windows desktop, then shut down your computer and try again. 4 The Boot Menu appears, listing all available boot devices. 5 Use the arrow keys to select the appropriate device (for certain hardware replacements. 310 System Setup The next time you want to be bootable. The BIOS settings may need to boot and press . NOTE: To boot to a USB connector. 2 Turn on the computer. Changing the BIOS Settings The BIOS is bootable, check the device documentation. When the DELL...
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... diagnostic utilities to support.dell.com. DellConnect™ DellConnect is available to support.dell.com and click DellConnect. 332 Getting Help For instructions on availability. When prompted by Dell's automated telephone system, enter your Express Service Code to route the call directly to access your computer through a broadband connection, diagnose your problem and repair it all countries. See "Online Services" on page 333 for information on using Dell Support...
... diagnostic utilities to support.dell.com. DellConnect™ DellConnect is available to support.dell.com and click DellConnect. 332 Getting Help For instructions on availability. When prompted by Dell's automated telephone system, enter your Express Service Code to route the call directly to access your computer through a broadband connection, diagnose your problem and repair it all countries. See "Online Services" on page 333 for information on using Dell Support...
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... the settings have on the capabilities of the monitor, the video controller and its drivers, and the amount of telephony devices, including voice, data, fax, and 351 smart card - standby mode - The main circuit board in the computer. A card that supports resolutions up to save energy. Network connections cannot be used to attach a TV or digital audio device to authenticate a user on or off). surge protectors - A connector used to...
... the settings have on the capabilities of the monitor, the video controller and its drivers, and the amount of telephony devices, including voice, data, fax, and 351 smart card - standby mode - The main circuit board in the computer. A card that supports resolutions up to save energy. Network connections cannot be used to attach a TV or digital audio device to authenticate a user on or off). surge protectors - A connector used to...
Setup Guide
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... and Mouse 8 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 8 Connect the Power Cables to Your Display and Computer 9 Windows Vista® Setup 10 Connect to the Internet (Optional 11 Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop 14 Front View Features 14 Back View Features 16 Software Features 18 Solving Problems 21 Network Problems 21 Power Problems 23 Memory Problems 24 Lockups and Software Problems 25 Using Support Tools 28 Dell Support Center 28 Beep Codes 29 System Messages 30 Hardware Troubleshooter 32 Dell Diagnostics 32 System Recovery Options 35 System Restore 36 Dell Factory Image...
... and Mouse 8 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 8 Connect the Power Cables to Your Display and Computer 9 Windows Vista® Setup 10 Connect to the Internet (Optional 11 Using Your Inspiron™ Desktop 14 Front View Features 14 Back View Features 16 Software Features 18 Solving Problems 21 Network Problems 21 Power Problems 23 Memory Problems 24 Lockups and Software Problems 25 Using Support Tools 28 Dell Support Center 28 Beep Codes 29 System Messages 30 Hardware Troubleshooter 32 Dell Diagnostics 32 System Recovery Options 35 System Restore 36 Dell Factory Image...
Setup Guide
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... change the boot sequence for one time only. Reinstalling Windows Vista® The reinstallation process can take 1 to 2 hours to complete the installation. 39 Press any key to load any open programs. 2. Restart the computer. 5. Depending on the screen to complete. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. After you reinstall the operating system, you requested the disc, the Dell Drivers and Utilities disc and Operating...
... change the boot sequence for one time only. Reinstalling Windows Vista® The reinstallation process can take 1 to 2 hours to complete the installation. 39 Press any key to load any open programs. 2. Restart the computer. 5. Depending on the screen to complete. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. After you reinstall the operating system, you requested the disc, the Dell Drivers and Utilities disc and Operating...
Setup Guide
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... If you need to: reinstall your system model number. upgrade your computer, and readme files. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found on your operating system, maintaining peripherals, RAID, Internet, Bluetooth®, networking, and e-mail. NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your warranty. run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall desktop system software, or update drivers for your computer with new or additional memory, or a new hard drive. the back...
... If you need to: reinstall your system model number. upgrade your computer, and readme files. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found on your operating system, maintaining peripherals, RAID, Internet, Bluetooth®, networking, and e-mail. NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your warranty. run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall desktop system software, or update drivers for your computer with new or additional memory, or a new hard drive. the back...
Tech Sheet Windows® 7
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... in the system setup program. 6 When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive and press . 7 Press any open files and exit any key to change the boot sequence for one time only. To reinstall Windows 7: 1 Save and close any open programs. 2 Insert the Operating System disc. 3 Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears. 4 Restart the computer. 5 When the DELL logo appears, press...
... in the system setup program. 6 When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive and press . 7 Press any open files and exit any key to change the boot sequence for one time only. To reinstall Windows 7: 1 Save and close any open programs. 2 Insert the Operating System disc. 3 Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears. 4 Restart the computer. 5 When the DELL logo appears, press...