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Contents 1 Finding Information 23 Start Button 23 Microsoft Windows Help and Support 24 Windows Vista 25 Windows® XP 25 Control Panel 26 Information About Installed Hardware 26 Device Manager 26 Hardware Devices Installed on Your Computer 27 Programs Installed on Your Computer 28 Wireless Networking 28 Dell Support Website 29 Technical Support 29 Customer Service 30 Warranty Information 30 Dell Forums 31 Contact Us 31 BIOS (System Setup Program) Settings 31 2 Microsoft Windows Desktop 33 Overview 33 Taskbar 34 Contents 3
Contents 1 Finding Information 23 Start Button 23 Microsoft Windows Help and Support 24 Windows Vista 25 Windows® XP 25 Control Panel 26 Information About Installed Hardware 26 Device Manager 26 Hardware Devices Installed on Your Computer 27 Programs Installed on Your Computer 28 Wireless Networking 28 Dell Support Website 29 Technical Support 29 Customer Service 30 Warranty Information 30 Dell Forums 31 Contact Us 31 BIOS (System Setup Program) Settings 31 2 Microsoft Windows Desktop 33 Overview 33 Taskbar 34 Contents 3
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... Hidden Icons From the Notification Area 35 Adding Icons in the Notification Area 35 Desktop Icons and Shortcuts 36 Deleting an Icon From the Desktop 36 Creating and Deleting Program Shortcuts on the Desktop 37 Shortcut Menus 38 Changing the Desktop Appearance 39 Windows Vista 39 Windows® XP 40 Setting up a Screen Saver...
... Hidden Icons From the Notification Area 35 Adding Icons in the Notification Area 35 Desktop Icons and Shortcuts 36 Deleting an Icon From the Desktop 36 Creating and Deleting Program Shortcuts on the Desktop 37 Shortcut Menus 38 Changing the Desktop Appearance 39 Windows Vista 39 Windows® XP 40 Setting up a Screen Saver...
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... Image Restore 267 Windows Vista: Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . 268 Using the Operating System Media 269 Before you Begin 269 Reinstalling Windows XP or Windows Vista . . . . 269 20 Troubleshooting 271 Troubleshooting Tools 272 Power Lights for Desktop Computers 273 Diagnostic Lights for Desktop Computers . . . . . 274 Diagnostic Lights for Laptop Computers 275 System Messages...
... Image Restore 267 Windows Vista: Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . 268 Using the Operating System Media 269 Before you Begin 269 Reinstalling Windows XP or Windows Vista . . . . 269 20 Troubleshooting 271 Troubleshooting Tools 272 Power Lights for Desktop Computers 273 Diagnostic Lights for Desktop Computers . . . . . 274 Diagnostic Lights for Laptop Computers 275 System Messages...
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Finding Information Start Button From the Microsoft® Windows® operating system desktop, you can click the Start button to access resources, programs, and specialized tools for managing the way Windows appears and functions on your computer. Start .... The Start button may differ in appearance depending on the version of Windows, but it is consistently located on Your Computer • Wireless Networking • Dell Support Website Finding Information 23
Finding Information Start Button From the Microsoft® Windows® operating system desktop, you can click the Start button to access resources, programs, and specialized tools for managing the way Windows appears and functions on your computer. Start .... The Start button may differ in appearance depending on the version of Windows, but it is consistently located on Your Computer • Wireless Networking • Dell Support Website Finding Information 23
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Microsoft Windows Desktop 33 The components of the screen. Microsoft Windows Desktop desktop shortcut icons Start button taskbar notification area Overview The Microsoft® Windows® desktop is the display screen area that is usually located at the bottom of the desktop include a background, icons, shortcuts, and a taskbar that appears after the Windows operating system starts up.
Microsoft Windows Desktop 33 The components of the screen. Microsoft Windows Desktop desktop shortcut icons Start button taskbar notification area Overview The Microsoft® Windows® desktop is the display screen area that is usually located at the bottom of the desktop include a background, icons, shortcuts, and a taskbar that appears after the Windows operating system starts up.
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...Start or → Help and Support. The basic sections of the desktop, although you move or resize your taskbar, the Start button moves or resizes with programs. 34 Microsoft Windows Desktop The taskbar provides quick access to open application programs. notification area Includes ...a clock and icons associated with it . Quick Launch toolbar Contains icons for open minimized windows on the desktop, or to programs. taskbar button area Contains buttons representing minimized windows for quick access to frequently-used programs, files, or utilities...
...Start or → Help and Support. The basic sections of the desktop, although you move or resize your taskbar, the Start button moves or resizes with programs. 34 Microsoft Windows Desktop The taskbar provides quick access to open application programs. notification area Includes ...a clock and icons associated with it . Quick Launch toolbar Contains icons for open minimized windows on the desktop, or to programs. taskbar button area Contains buttons representing minimized windows for quick access to frequently-used programs, files, or utilities...
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...1 Position the cursor over an open area of the taskbar near the notification area to display a shortcut menu. 3 Click Show the Desktop. Displaying Hidden Icons From the Notification Area The Notification area includes icons for quick program access. Customizing the Taskbar 1 Right-click on....The Taskbar and Start menu Properties window appears. 3 Customize the taskbar by checking the desired boxes on the Taskbar tab. Microsoft Windows Desktop 35 Click the required icon to the Taskbar tab. 3 For computers running Windows Vista®, select the Notification Area tab. FOR MORE...
...1 Position the cursor over an open area of the taskbar near the notification area to display a shortcut menu. 3 Click Show the Desktop. Displaying Hidden Icons From the Notification Area The Notification area includes icons for quick program access. Customizing the Taskbar 1 Right-click on....The Taskbar and Start menu Properties window appears. 3 Customize the taskbar by checking the desired boxes on the Taskbar tab. Microsoft Windows Desktop 35 Click the required icon to the Taskbar tab. 3 For computers running Windows Vista®, select the Notification Area tab. FOR MORE...
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...shortcuts to run a program. Double-click icons to open a file or folder or to files and folders rather than placing them on the Windows desktop are links that provide quick access to . • Icons for programs and files - For computers running Windows® XP, continue with the ... Icons for program files, documents, or folders do not include an arrow graphic. Deleting an Icon From the Desktop 1 Right-click the icon, and click Delete. 2 Click Yes. 36 Microsoft Windows Desktop Identified by an arrow in the Notification area. 5 Select an item, then choose its behavior. 6 Click ...
...shortcuts to run a program. Double-click icons to open a file or folder or to files and folders rather than placing them on the Windows desktop are links that provide quick access to . • Icons for programs and files - For computers running Windows® XP, continue with the ... Icons for program files, documents, or folders do not include an arrow graphic. Deleting an Icon From the Desktop 1 Right-click the icon, and click Delete. 2 Click Yes. 36 Microsoft Windows Desktop Identified by an arrow in the Notification area. 5 Select an item, then choose its behavior. 6 Click ...
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If you delete an icon without an arrow, you are simply deleting the shortcut link. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Using Windows Explorer: 1 Right-click the Start ...button, select Explore. Using the desktop: 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop, highlight New, then click Shortcut. 2 In the Create Shortcut window, click Browse and navigate to the location of the item ...
If you delete an icon without an arrow, you are simply deleting the shortcut link. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Using Windows Explorer: 1 Right-click the Start ...button, select Explore. Using the desktop: 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop, highlight New, then click Shortcut. 2 In the Create Shortcut window, click Browse and navigate to the location of the item ...
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These menus provide quick access to the most common commands for many components of the Windows desktop, including files and folders. To access the shortcut menus, position the cursor over the item and rightclick (click the right mouse button or the right touch-pad button). 38 Microsoft Windows Desktop Shortcut Menus Create Shortcut Delete Rename Properties Shortcut menus are available for an item.
These menus provide quick access to the most common commands for many components of the Windows desktop, including files and folders. To access the shortcut menus, position the cursor over the item and rightclick (click the right mouse button or the right touch-pad button). 38 Microsoft Windows Desktop Shortcut Menus Create Shortcut Delete Rename Properties Shortcut menus are available for an item.
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... open area of these components are accessible through the Display Properties window. Changing the Desktop Appearance Start button Control Panel Display Properties window You can manage your desktop by changing various components. Most of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize, and the Personalize appearance and sounds window appears. 3 Review ...provided. Use the tabs to select the items you want to adjust. You can personalize the appearance of your computer's desktop theme, resolution, screen saver, icon size and appearance, and monitor settings from the Display Properties Menu screen.
... open area of these components are accessible through the Display Properties window. Changing the Desktop Appearance Start button Control Panel Display Properties window You can manage your desktop by changing various components. Most of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize, and the Personalize appearance and sounds window appears. 3 Review ...provided. Use the tabs to select the items you want to adjust. You can personalize the appearance of your computer's desktop theme, resolution, screen saver, icon size and appearance, and monitor settings from the Display Properties Menu screen.
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Windows® XP From the desktop: 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. 3 Click Display. The Display Properties window appears. 4 Review the available options and follow the instructions provided. From the Start menu:... options and follow the instructions provided. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 40 Microsoft Windows Desktop 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Appearance and Personalization. 2 Click Personalization. The...
Windows® XP From the desktop: 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. 3 Click Display. The Display Properties window appears. 4 Review the available options and follow the instructions provided. From the Start menu:... options and follow the instructions provided. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 40 Microsoft Windows Desktop 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Appearance and Personalization. 2 Click Personalization. The...
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You can set the length of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. NOTE: After the screen saver activates, you may need to log-in again to access your computer... 5 Click OK. The Personalize appearance and sounds window appears. 3 Click Screen Saver to select a new screen saver. 4 Adjust the length of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize. Windows XP 1 Right-click an open area of time for a specified time. Windows Vista 1 Right-click an open area of ...A screen saver is an animated graphic that appears after your computer is left inactive for your computer. Microsoft Windows Desktop 41
You can set the length of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. NOTE: After the screen saver activates, you may need to log-in again to access your computer... 5 Click OK. The Personalize appearance and sounds window appears. 3 Click Screen Saver to select a new screen saver. 4 Adjust the length of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize. Windows XP 1 Right-click an open area of time for a specified time. Windows Vista 1 Right-click an open area of ...A screen saver is an animated graphic that appears after your computer is left inactive for your computer. Microsoft Windows Desktop 41
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Start Button (Menu) Overview The Start button opens the Start menu, which provides access to: • Control Panel • Programs • Files • Computer settings • Tools that monitor your computer. NOTE: After the screen saver activates, you may need to log-in to remain inactive before the screen saver appears. 5 Click OK. 4 Select the length of time for your computer to access your computer's performance • Windows Help and Support 42 Microsoft Windows Desktop
Start Button (Menu) Overview The Start button opens the Start menu, which provides access to: • Control Panel • Programs • Files • Computer settings • Tools that monitor your computer. NOTE: After the screen saver activates, you may need to log-in to remain inactive before the screen saver appears. 5 Click OK. 4 Select the length of time for your computer to access your computer's performance • Windows Help and Support 42 Microsoft Windows Desktop
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...desired option on page 99. See "Shutting Down Your Computer" on the Start menu tab. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Start Button" on page 23. Customizing the Start Menu Customize the Start menu through the Taskbar and Start Menu Properties window. 1 ...Properties window appears. 3 Customize the Start menu by dragging an icon from a program, folder, or file onto the Start button. Microsoft Windows Desktop 43 The programs available on the Start menu depend on the software installed in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and ...
...desired option on page 99. See "Shutting Down Your Computer" on the Start menu tab. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Start Button" on page 23. Customizing the Start Menu Customize the Start menu through the Taskbar and Start Menu Properties window. 1 ...Properties window appears. 3 Customize the Start menu by dragging an icon from a program, folder, or file onto the Start button. Microsoft Windows Desktop 43 The programs available on the Start menu depend on the software installed in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and ...
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... Control Panel contains programs and tools to enhance performance HINT: A list of the items you maintain and customize your desktop • Set up text box that explains its function. 44 Microsoft Windows Desktop Through the Control Panel, you can: • Add and monitor hardware • Add or remove programs • Change hardware...
... Control Panel contains programs and tools to enhance performance HINT: A list of the items you maintain and customize your desktop • Set up text box that explains its function. 44 Microsoft Windows Desktop Through the Control Panel, you can: • Add and monitor hardware • Add or remove programs • Change hardware...
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... or rearrange items on page 125 for you are installed in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Microsoft Windows Desktop 45 Customizing Your Computer Settings 1 Click Start or → Control Panel. 2 Select a category. See "Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure... Security)" on your computer's performance. Accessing and Using the Control Panel FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in or attached to manage and improve your hard drive to make changes to free up text box. Managing...
... or rearrange items on page 125 for you are installed in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Microsoft Windows Desktop 45 Customizing Your Computer Settings 1 Click Start or → Control Panel. 2 Select a category. See "Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure... Security)" on your computer's performance. Accessing and Using the Control Panel FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in or attached to manage and improve your hard drive to make changes to free up text box. Managing...
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Then click Device Manager. 46 Microsoft Windows Desktop Windows XP Click Start→ Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance→ Administrative Tools→ Computer Management. HINT: Typically, to access the Device Manager: Windows Vista Click Start→ Control Panel→ System and Maintenance→ Administrative Tools→ Computer Management. OR Right-click My Computer and select Properties.
Then click Device Manager. 46 Microsoft Windows Desktop Windows XP Click Start→ Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance→ Administrative Tools→ Computer Management. HINT: Typically, to access the Device Manager: Windows Vista Click Start→ Control Panel→ System and Maintenance→ Administrative Tools→ Computer Management. OR Right-click My Computer and select Properties.
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...with water. Monitors and Displays 47 Monitors and Displays FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about your computer's display screen, see the documentation for a desktop computer, wipe the screen with a soft cloth dampened with your computer. These solutions can damage the monitor's anti-glare coating. CAUTION: Do not ...wipe the computer's display screen with either water or an LCD cleaner. Also see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Cleaning Your Computer's Display Screen To clean the display for your computer for monitors.
...with water. Monitors and Displays 47 Monitors and Displays FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about your computer's display screen, see the documentation for a desktop computer, wipe the screen with a soft cloth dampened with your computer. These solutions can damage the monitor's anti-glare coating. CAUTION: Do not ...wipe the computer's display screen with either water or an LCD cleaner. Also see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Cleaning Your Computer's Display Screen To clean the display for your computer for monitors.
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Windows® XP 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. The Personalize appearance and sounds window appears. 3 Click Display Settings. 4 In the Display Settings window under Resolution, move the slide bar to the ... bar to check if the selected resolution is ok, if not repeat step 4. 6 Click OK. Windows Vista® 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize. The Display Properties window appears. 3 Select the Setting tab. Monitors and Displays 49
Windows® XP 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. The Personalize appearance and sounds window appears. 3 Click Display Settings. 4 In the Display Settings window under Resolution, move the slide bar to the ... bar to check if the selected resolution is ok, if not repeat step 4. 6 Click OK. Windows Vista® 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize. The Display Properties window appears. 3 Select the Setting tab. Monitors and Displays 49