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...Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric Keypad 27 Key Combinations 28 System Functions 28 CD or DVD Tray 28 Display Functions 28 Radios (Including Wireless Networking 28 Power Management 28 Speaker Functions 29 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions 29 Touch Pad 30 Customizing the Touch Pad... 30 5 Using a Battery Battery Performance 31 Checking the Battery Charge 32 Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter 32 Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter 32 Low-Battery Warning 32 Conserving Battery Power 32 Power Management ...
...Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric Keypad 27 Key Combinations 28 System Functions 28 CD or DVD Tray 28 Display Functions 28 Radios (Including Wireless Networking 28 Power Management 28 Speaker Functions 29 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions 29 Touch Pad 30 Customizing the Touch Pad... 30 5 Using a Battery Battery Performance 31 Checking the Battery Charge 32 Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter 32 Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter 32 Low-Battery Warning 32 Conserving Battery Power 32 Power Management ...
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... a Home and Office Network Connecting to a Network Adapter 49 Network Setup Wizard 49 Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network 50 Determining Your Network Type 50 Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft® Windows® XP . . . . . 50 9 Dell™ QuickSet Features Clicking the QuickSet Icon 53 Double-Clicking the QuickSet Icon 53 Right-Clicking...
... a Home and Office Network Connecting to a Network Adapter 49 Network Setup Wizard 49 Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network 50 Determining Your Network Type 50 Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft® Windows® XP . . . . . 50 9 Dell™ QuickSet Features Clicking the QuickSet Icon 53 Double-Clicking the QuickSet Icon 53 Right-Clicking...
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... Drivers and Utilities 73 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 Using the Operating System CD 79 11 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Begin 81 Recommended Tools 81 ...Turning Off Your Computer 81 Before Working Inside Your Computer 81 Hard Drive 83 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 85 CD/DVD Drive 85 Memory 86 Wireless Mini PCI Card 90 Hinge Cover 94 Keyboard 95 12 Appendix Specifications 97 Using the System Setup Program 103 Overview ...
... Drivers and Utilities 73 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 Using the Operating System CD 79 11 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Begin 81 Recommended Tools 81 ...Turning Off Your Computer 81 Before Working Inside Your Computer 81 Hard Drive 83 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 85 CD/DVD Drive 85 Memory 86 Wireless Mini PCI Card 90 Hinge Cover 94 Keyboard 95 12 Appendix Specifications 97 Using the System Setup Program 103 Overview ...
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... data. NOTICE: To avoid losing data when you turn on the computer, and blinks when the computer is critically low. To enable or disable wireless networking, press . K E Y B O A R D - Turns on supported keyboard shortcuts, see "Key Combinations." NOTICE: To avoid loss of Your Computer 13... Turns on when wireless networking is connected to an electrical outlet, the light operates as the Microsoft Windows logo key. Turns on steadily or blinks to enter or exit a ...
... data. NOTICE: To avoid losing data when you turn on the computer, and blinks when the computer is critically low. To enable or disable wireless networking, press . K E Y B O A R D - Turns on supported keyboard shortcuts, see "Key Combinations." NOTICE: To avoid loss of Your Computer 13... Turns on when wireless networking is connected to an electrical outlet, the light operates as the Microsoft Windows logo key. Turns on steadily or blinks to enter or exit a ...
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... be released from the battery bay. B A T T E R Y - B A T T E R Y - For more information on replacing memory, see "Hard Drive." For more information on replacing the Mini PCI card, see "Wireless Mini PCI Card." Stores software and data. Covers the compartment that it can use the computer without connecting the computer to create airflow through the...
... be released from the battery bay. B A T T E R Y - B A T T E R Y - For more information on replacing memory, see "Hard Drive." For more information on replacing the Mini PCI card, see "Wireless Mini PCI Card." Stores software and data. Covers the compartment that it can use the computer without connecting the computer to create airflow through the...
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and down-arrow Decreases brightness on the integrated display only (not key on QuickSet, see "Dell™ QuickSet Features." NOTE: Wireless networking is installed). Power Management Activates a power management mode. Radios (Including Wireless Networking) Enables and disables radios, including wireless networking. The options include the integrated display, an external monitor, and both displays simultaneously. You...
and down-arrow Decreases brightness on the integrated display only (not key on QuickSet, see "Dell™ QuickSet Features." NOTE: Wireless networking is installed). Power Management Activates a power management mode. Radios (Including Wireless Networking) Enables and disables radios, including wireless networking. The options include the integrated display, an external monitor, and both displays simultaneously. You...
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... of fire or explosion. Replace the battery only with extreme care. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell warranty for advice on disposing of batteries with household waste. Operating time is significantly reduced when you connect your computer. Depending on...Damaged batteries may increase the risk of your computer to an electrical outlet when writing to a CD or DVD. • Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, or USB devices • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other computers with the main...
... of fire or explosion. Replace the battery only with extreme care. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell warranty for advice on disposing of batteries with household waste. Operating time is significantly reduced when you connect your computer. Depending on...Damaged batteries may increase the risk of your computer to an electrical outlet when writing to a CD or DVD. • Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, or USB devices • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other computers with the main...
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...to use of the current selection. Using a Battery 35 Enter hibernate mode. - The display brightness, internal network-card activity, and wireless activity features are listed separately for an action (Ask me what to do ). Prompt a user for when the computer is in CRT... a Power Scheme NOTE: The Network Disabled power scheme disables your internal network and wireless activity when your wireless activity. In addition, you can delete power schemes that you cannot delete Dell™ QuickSet predefined power schemes (Maximum Battery, Maximum Performance, Presentation, and Network ...
...to use of the current selection. Using a Battery 35 Enter hibernate mode. - The display brightness, internal network-card activity, and wireless activity features are listed separately for an action (Ask me what to do ). Prompt a user for when the computer is in CRT... a Power Scheme NOTE: The Network Disabled power scheme disables your internal network and wireless activity when your wireless activity. In addition, you can delete power schemes that you cannot delete Dell™ QuickSet predefined power schemes (Maximum Battery, Maximum Performance, Presentation, and Network ...
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... ad-hoc network 1 infrastructure network 2 ad-hoc network Connecting to support.dell.com and search for your wireless network card. When you turn on your computer, a pop-up your wireless connection, go to a Wireless Network in Microsoft® Windows® XP Your wireless network card requires specific software and drivers in the user's guide for...
... ad-hoc network 1 infrastructure network 2 ad-hoc network Connecting to support.dell.com and search for your wireless network card. When you turn on your computer, a pop-up your wireless connection, go to a Wireless Network in Microsoft® Windows® XP Your wireless network card requires specific software and drivers in the user's guide for...
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..., and then click Connect or double-click the network name in the list. The Wireless Network Connections window lists the wireless networks available in the area of the wireless network, the same pop-up notifies you log on to a network. Dell cannot provide this information. Setting Up a Home and Office Network 51 NOTE: Your...
..., and then click Connect or double-click the network name in the list. The Wireless Network Connections window lists the wireless networks available in the area of the wireless network, the same pop-up notifies you log on to a network. Dell cannot provide this information. Setting Up a Home and Office Network 51 NOTE: Your...
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...Power Management Wizard. For more information, see "Adjusting Brightness." • Enable or disable the Volume Meter on or off . • View Dell QuickSet Help. • View the version and copyright date of icons and toolbars. • Select a power scheme that you click, double-...click, or right-click the icon. For more information, see "Adjusting the Volume." • Turn the wireless activity indicator on or off . Dell™ QuickSet Features 53 Double-Clicking the QuickSet Icon Double-click the Wizard. icon to perform the following tasks: •...
...Power Management Wizard. For more information, see "Adjusting Brightness." • Enable or disable the Volume Meter on or off . • View Dell QuickSet Help. • View the version and copyright date of icons and toolbars. • Select a power scheme that you click, double-...click, or right-click the icon. For more information, see "Adjusting the Volume." • Turn the wireless activity indicator on or off . Dell™ QuickSet Features 53 Double-Clicking the QuickSet Icon Double-click the Wizard. icon to perform the following tasks: •...
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..., loosen the captive screws on the memory module/Mini PCI cover, and then remove the cover. 1 1 captive screws (3) 3 If a Mini PCI card is already installed. Wireless Mini PCI Card If you are replacing a Mini PCI card, remove the existing card: a Disconnect the antenna cable from the Mini PCI card. 90 Adding...
..., loosen the captive screws on the memory module/Mini PCI cover, and then remove the cover. 1 1 captive screws (3) 3 If a Mini PCI card is already installed. Wireless Mini PCI Card If you are replacing a Mini PCI card, remove the existing card: a Disconnect the antenna cable from the Mini PCI card. 90 Adding...
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... type Minimum memory Maximum memory Ports and Connectors Audio Mini PCI Modem Network adapter USB Video Communications Modem: Type Controller Interface Network adapter Wireless Video Video type: Video controller Video memory LCD interface 98 Appendix 1.8-V SODIMM DDR-2 256 MB 2 GB microphone connector, stereo headphone/speakers...connector v.92 56K MDC Conexant CX11254/CX20493 internal HDA bus 10/100 Ethernet LAN on system board internal Mini PCI Wi-Fi wireless technology support integrated on system board Intel Integrated Graphics Media Accelerator 900 Up to 64 MB of shared memory (when less ...
... type Minimum memory Maximum memory Ports and Connectors Audio Mini PCI Modem Network adapter USB Video Communications Modem: Type Controller Interface Network adapter Wireless Video Video type: Video controller Video memory LCD interface 98 Appendix 1.8-V SODIMM DDR-2 256 MB 2 GB microphone connector, stereo headphone/speakers...connector v.92 56K MDC Conexant CX11254/CX20493 internal HDA bus 10/100 Ethernet LAN on system board internal Mini PCI Wi-Fi wireless technology support integrated on system board Intel Integrated Graphics Media Accelerator 900 Up to 64 MB of shared memory (when less ...
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...drive password settings • Power management settings • Boot (start-up) configuration and display settings • Docking-device settings • Wireless control settings NOTICE: Unless you can disable or enable only through system setup.) For more information on configuring features for your operating system,...set through system setup. (An exception is the External Hot Key option, which you reboot the computer for your computer. 2 When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. To access help, see the Windows desktop. Viewing the System Setup Screen 1 Turn on (or ...
...drive password settings • Power management settings • Boot (start-up) configuration and display settings • Docking-device settings • Wireless control settings NOTICE: Unless you can disable or enable only through system setup.) For more information on configuring features for your operating system,...set through system setup. (An exception is the External Hot Key option, which you reboot the computer for your computer. 2 When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. To access help, see the Windows desktop. Viewing the System Setup Screen 1 Turn on (or ...
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..., address, and phone number in a safe place away from the keyboard and palm rest and close the display. • Use the optional Dell™ carrying case to pack the computer and its accessories together safely. • Avoid packing the computer with you plan to carry with items... such as baggage. • Consider disabling wireless activity on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop called if_found. NOTICE: If the computer has been exposed to extreme temperatures, allow it to ...
..., address, and phone number in a safe place away from the keyboard and palm rest and close the display. • Use the optional Dell™ carrying case to pack the computer and its accessories together safely. • Avoid packing the computer with you plan to carry with items... such as baggage. • Consider disabling wireless activity on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop called if_found. NOTICE: If the computer has been exposed to extreme temperatures, allow it to ...
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...Code: 673 Customer Care (Penang, Malaysia) Transaction Sales (Penang, Malaysia) Canada (North York, Ontario) Online Order Status: www.dell.ca/ostatus International Access Code: 011 AutoTech (automated technical support) Customer Care (Home Sales/Small Business) Customer Care (med./large... Sales/Small Business) Technical Support (med./large bus., government) Technical Support (printers, projectors, televisions, handhelds, digital jukebox, and wireless) Sales (Home Sales/Small Business) Sales (med./large bus., government) Spare Parts Sales & Extended Service Sales 112 Appendix Area ...
...Code: 673 Customer Care (Penang, Malaysia) Transaction Sales (Penang, Malaysia) Canada (North York, Ontario) Online Order Status: www.dell.ca/ostatus International Access Code: 011 AutoTech (automated technical support) Customer Care (Home Sales/Small Business) Customer Care (med./large... Sales/Small Business) Technical Support (med./large bus., government) Technical Support (printers, projectors, televisions, handhelds, digital jukebox, and wireless) Sales (Home Sales/Small Business) Sales (med./large bus., government) Spare Parts Sales & Extended Service Sales 112 Appendix Area ...
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...files from your hard drive is able to the computer. BIOS - Unless you always have on a floppy, CD, DVD, or hard drive. A wireless technology standard for short-range (9 m [29 feet]) networking devices that a portable computer battery holds a charge while powering the computer. bootable CD -... as system setup. A program (or utility) that you can use to start your computer. battery life span - Bluetooth® wireless technology - The standard unit for reporting hardware and software alerts to as an interface between the video circuitry and the computer memory.
...files from your hard drive is able to the computer. BIOS - Unless you always have on a floppy, CD, DVD, or hard drive. A wireless technology standard for short-range (9 m [29 feet]) networking devices that a portable computer battery holds a charge while powering the computer. bootable CD -... as system setup. A program (or utility) that you can use to start your computer. battery life span - Bluetooth® wireless technology - The standard unit for reporting hardware and software alerts to as an interface between the video circuitry and the computer memory.