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... display is difficult to read 65 If only part of the display is readable 65 Drivers 66 What Is a Driver 66 Identifying Drivers 66 Reinstalling Drivers 66 Restoring Your Operating System 67 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 68 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 69 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 70 9 Adding and Replacing...
... display is difficult to read 65 If only part of the display is readable 65 Drivers 66 What Is a Driver 66 Identifying Drivers 66 Reinstalling Drivers 66 Restoring Your Operating System 67 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 68 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 69 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 70 9 Adding and Replacing...
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...the Express Service Code to direct your call when contacting technical support. The Dell Support website provides several online tools, including: • Solutions - Online discussion with other Dell customers • Upgrades - Computer documentation, product specifications, and white papers Windows...warranty, and repair information • Downloads - Dell Support Website - www.dell.com | support.dell.com What Are You Looking For? • Service Tag and Express Service Code • Microsoft Windows License Label • Latest drivers for my computer • Answers to technical ...
...the Express Service Code to direct your call when contacting technical support. The Dell Support website provides several online tools, including: • Solutions - Online discussion with other Dell customers • Upgrades - Computer documentation, product specifications, and white papers Windows...warranty, and repair information • Downloads - Dell Support Website - www.dell.com | support.dell.com What Are You Looking For? • Service Tag and Express Service Code • Microsoft Windows License Label • Latest drivers for my computer • Answers to technical ...
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...from an ISP. 5 Click Next. 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 for .... • If you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from your ISP but have successfully connected in the computer box. 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 ...
...from an ISP. 5 Click Next. 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 for .... • If you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from your ISP but have successfully connected in the computer box. 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 ...
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... PC Cards If you encounter too much resistance, do not force the card. The computer recognizes most PC Cards and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. If the configuration program tells you to be in the "in" position before you insert the card. 2 Slide the card into the slot ... | support.dell.com CAUTION: Before you begin any of the card facing up. Check the card orientation and try again. The latch may need to load the manufacturer's drivers, use the floppy disk or CD that came with the top side of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions...
... PC Cards If you encounter too much resistance, do not force the card. The computer recognizes most PC Cards and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. If the configuration program tells you to be in the "in" position before you insert the card. 2 Slide the card into the slot ... | support.dell.com CAUTION: Before you begin any of the card facing up. Check the card orientation and try again. The latch may need to load the manufacturer's drivers, use the floppy disk or CD that came with the top side of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions...
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... and Office Network 45 The software is available on your computer, a pop-up or the icon to a network. When you turn on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. If the software is not configured. 1 Click either the pop-up appears from the network icon in the notification area whenever a network..., follow the instructions included in your area. Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft® Windows® XP Your wireless network card requires specific software and drivers in order to connect to configure your computer for one of the available wireless networks.
... and Office Network 45 The software is available on your computer, a pop-up or the icon to a network. When you turn on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. If the software is not configured. 1 Click either the pop-up appears from the network icon in the notification area whenever a network..., follow the instructions included in your area. Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft® Windows® XP Your wireless network card requires specific software and drivers in order to connect to configure your computer for one of the available wireless networks.
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... the power button for an earlier Windows operating system RUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD - A program is installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on the screen. See the software documentation for information. • Ensure that the program is designed for...
... the power button for an earlier Windows operating system RUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD - A program is installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on the screen. See the software documentation for information. • Ensure that the program is designed for...
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...section, follow the safety instructions in some MP3 players overrides the Windows volume setting. Press to eliminate distortion. See "Reinstalling Drivers" on page 66. Adjust the volume, bass, or treble controls to disable (mute) or reenable the integrated speakers. If... to eliminate distortion. 62 Solving Problems No sound from integrated speakers A D J U S T T H E W I V E R - www.dell.com | support.dell.com RESTART THE COMPUTER AND TRY THE SCANNER AGAIN CHECK THE CABLE CONNECTIONS - • See the scanner documentation for instructions. See the setup diagram...
...section, follow the safety instructions in some MP3 players overrides the Windows volume setting. Press to eliminate distortion. See "Reinstalling Drivers" on page 66. Adjust the volume, bass, or treble controls to disable (mute) or reenable the integrated speakers. If... to eliminate distortion. 62 Solving Problems No sound from integrated speakers A D J U S T T H E W I V E R - www.dell.com | support.dell.com RESTART THE COMPUTER AND TRY THE SCANNER AGAIN CHECK THE CABLE CONNECTIONS - • See the scanner documentation for instructions. See the setup diagram...
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...N N E C T I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - E L I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - No sound from the speakers is securely inserted into the headphone connector. A D J U S T T H E W I O N - If you are connected to Use the Dell Diagnostics" on page 66. Solving Problems 63 Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the headphone cable is automatically disabled when headphones are... disconnect it with another device, such as a lamp. See "Reinstalling Drivers" on page 47. For more information, see "Audio Connectors" on page...
...N N E C T I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - E L I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - No sound from the speakers is securely inserted into the headphone connector. A D J U S T T H E W I O N - If you are connected to Use the Dell Diagnostics" on page 66. Solving Problems 63 Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the headphone cable is automatically disabled when headphones are... disconnect it with another device, such as a lamp. See "Reinstalling Drivers" on page 47. For more information, see "Audio Connectors" on page...
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See "Reinstalling Drivers" on page 66. If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the computer turns on. Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable ... computer. S W I T C H T H E V I D E O I V E R - R E I N S T A L L T H E T O U C H P A D D R I M A G E - Ensure that you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Windows Help and Support Center. 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...
See "Reinstalling Drivers" on page 66. If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the computer turns on. Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable ... computer. S W I T C H T H E V I D E O I V E R - R E I N S T A L L T H E T O U C H P A D D R I M A G E - Ensure that you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Windows Help and Support Center. 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...
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... installed-no further installation or configuration is needed. You can reinstall drivers in the following subsection, "Reinstalling Drivers." Reinstalling Drivers NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com provides approved drivers for Dell™ computers. Dell ships your computer might not work correctly. A driver is a program that only its own set of your Microsoft® Windows® operating...
... installed-no further installation or configuration is needed. You can reinstall drivers in the following subsection, "Reinstalling Drivers." Reinstalling Drivers NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com provides approved drivers for Dell™ computers. Dell ships your computer might not work correctly. A driver is a program that only its own set of your Microsoft® Windows® operating...
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... window, click the Hardware tab. 5 Click Device Manager. 6 Right-click the device for which you are installing the driver. 6 Click the Driver tab and click Update Driver. 7 Click Install from a list or specific location (Advanced) and click Next. 8 Click Browse and browse to the...earlier operating state without affecting data files. Manually Reinstalling Drivers 1 After copying the required driver files to your computer to which the new driver was installed and click Properties. 7 Click the Drivers tab. 8 Click Roll Back Driver. See "Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore" on...
... window, click the Hardware tab. 5 Click Device Manager. 6 Right-click the device for which you are installing the driver. 6 Click the Driver tab and click Update Driver. 7 Click Install from a list or specific location (Advanced) and click Next. 8 Click Browse and browse to the...earlier operating state without affecting data files. Manually Reinstalling Drivers 1 After copying the required driver files to your computer to which the new driver was installed and click Properties. 7 Click the Drivers tab. 8 Click Roll Back Driver. See "Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore" on...
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... a Restore Point screen provides a calendar that allows you set your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view. If a calendar date has only one restore point, then that is unsuccessful, then use Device Driver Rollback (see page 67) to resolve the problem. System Restore does...the Start button, point to All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools, and then click System Restore. 2 Ensure that you install a device driver, use System Restore. All calendar dates with available restore points appear in boldface type. 4 Select a restore point and click Next. Using Microsoft ...
... a Restore Point screen provides a calendar that allows you set your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view. If a calendar date has only one restore point, then that is unsuccessful, then use Device Driver Rollback (see page 67) to resolve the problem. System Restore does...the Start button, point to All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools, and then click System Restore. 2 Ensure that you install a device driver, use System Restore. All calendar dates with available restore points appear in boldface type. 4 Select a restore point and click Next. Using Microsoft ...
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...undo the last system restore, save and close all open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any applications or drivers installed after System Restore finishes collecting data and then the computer restarts. 6 After the computer restarts, click OK. To use PC Restore: 1 .... 2 Click Undo my last restoration and click Next. 5 Click Next. Any programs or files added since you reinstall Windows XP with www.dell.com appears at the top of free hard-disk space available, System Restore is automatically disabled. If possible, back up the data before using...
...undo the last system restore, save and close all open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any applications or drivers installed after System Restore finishes collecting data and then the computer restarts. 6 After the computer restarts, click OK. To use PC Restore: 1 .... 2 Click Undo my last restoration and click Next. 5 Click Next. Any programs or files added since you reinstall Windows XP with www.dell.com appears at the top of free hard-disk space available, System Restore is automatically disabled. If possible, back up the data before using...
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... drive in the hard drive bay: 1 Follow the procedures in protective antistatic packaging. NOTICE: Use firm and even pressure to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on page 71. 2 Turn the computer over, and remove the hard drive screws. If you use excessive force, you may damage the...Begin" on the new hard drive. screws (2) hard drive NOTICE: When the hard drive is not already pre-imaged, install the operating system and drivers for storing or shipping the hard drive. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: If you are installing a hard drive from its packaging.
... drive in the hard drive bay: 1 Follow the procedures in protective antistatic packaging. NOTICE: Use firm and even pressure to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on page 71. 2 Turn the computer over, and remove the hard drive screws. If you use excessive force, you may damage the...Begin" on the new hard drive. screws (2) hard drive NOTICE: When the hard drive is not already pre-imaged, install the operating system and drivers for storing or shipping the hard drive. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: If you are installing a hard drive from its packaging.
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... without a triangle. • To reorder a device in the troubleshooting process and provides for restoration of the computer and all Dell-installed hardware. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. The next time you save the changes and exit system setup. Enabled items appear as white and .... Boot sequence changes take effect as soon as the verification of appropriate functionality of the operating system, software programs, and hardware drivers to the left; Then shut down your hard drive.) 1 Shut down the computer through the Start menu. 2 If the computer is restored...
... without a triangle. • To reorder a device in the troubleshooting process and provides for restoration of the computer and all Dell-installed hardware. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. The next time you save the changes and exit system setup. Enabled items appear as white and .... Boot sequence changes take effect as soon as the verification of appropriate functionality of the operating system, software programs, and hardware drivers to the left; Then shut down your hard drive.) 1 Shut down the computer through the Start menu. 2 If the computer is restored...
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..., 30 how to, 29 copying DVDs helpful tips, 30 how to, 29 D Dell contacting, 99, 117 support policy, 98 support site, 10 Dell Diagnostics, 47 device status lights description, 12 diagnostics Dell, 47 digital-video interface. See DVI display description, 11-12 removing, 86 display latch... description, 11 display settings for a TV enabling in Windows XP, 34 documentation help file, 9 online, 10 Product Information Guide, 9 Setup Diagram, 9 Dolby headphones, setting up, 34 drivers about, 66...
..., 30 how to, 29 copying DVDs helpful tips, 30 how to, 29 D Dell contacting, 99, 117 support policy, 98 support site, 10 Dell Diagnostics, 47 device status lights description, 12 diagnostics Dell, 47 digital-video interface. See DVI display description, 11-12 removing, 86 display latch... description, 11 display settings for a TV enabling in Windows XP, 34 documentation help file, 9 online, 10 Product Information Guide, 9 Setup Diagram, 9 Dolby headphones, setting up, 34 drivers about, 66...
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... UPS UPS, 23 USB connectors description, 19 V video problems, 64 video connector description, 18 W warranty, 9 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 67 enabling display settings for a TV, 34 Hardware Troubleshooter, 70 Help and Support Center, 10 Program Compatibility Wizard, 57 ...setup program, 97 T technical support policy, 98 telephone numbers, 117 touch pad customizing, 38 description, 13 using, 38 troubleshooting conflicts, 70 Dell Diagnostics, 47 external keyboard problems, 54 Hardware Troubleshooter, 70 Help and Support Center, 10 restore to previous operating state, 67 See problems turning ...
... UPS UPS, 23 USB connectors description, 19 V video problems, 64 video connector description, 18 W warranty, 9 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 67 enabling display settings for a TV, 34 Hardware Troubleshooter, 70 Help and Support Center, 10 Program Compatibility Wizard, 57 ...setup program, 97 T technical support policy, 98 telephone numbers, 117 touch pad customizing, 38 description, 13 using, 38 troubleshooting conflicts, 70 Dell Diagnostics, 47 external keyboard problems, 54 Hardware Troubleshooter, 70 Help and Support Center, 10 restore to previous operating state, 67 See problems turning ...