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A Tour of Your Computer Front View 1 2 3 4 10 9 5 6 8 7 1 display latch release 5 touch pad 2 display latches (2) 6 touch pad buttons 3 display 7 speakers 4 keyboard status lights 8 device status lights 9 keyboard 10 power button A Tour of Your Computer 11
A Tour of Your Computer Front View 1 2 3 4 10 9 5 6 8 7 1 display latch release 5 touch pad 2 display latches (2) 6 touch pad buttons 3 display 7 speakers 4 keyboard status lights 8 device status lights 9 keyboard 10 power button A Tour of Your Computer 11
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.... D I S P L A Y L A T C H R E L E A S E - Turns on when the uppercase letter function is enabled. A Turns on when the scroll lock function is enabled. Keeps the display closed. KEYBOARD STATUS LIGHTS The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following: 9 Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled. Provides the functionality of the integrated speakers, press the...
.... D I S P L A Y L A T C H R E L E A S E - Turns on when the uppercase letter function is enabled. A Turns on when the scroll lock function is enabled. Keeps the display closed. KEYBOARD STATUS LIGHTS The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following: 9 Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled. Provides the functionality of the integrated speakers, press the...
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... battery charge status. P O W E R B U T T O N - NOTE: Wireless networking is critically low. Turns on steadily or blinks to an electrical outlet, the light operates as the Microsoft Windows logo key. Turns on when wireless networking is in a power management mode. K E Y B O A R D - Press the power button to ...management mode. NOTICE: To avoid losing data when you turn on the computer, and blinks when the computer is enabled. DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS Turns on when you turn off your computer, shut down your computer through the Start menu instead of data, never turn off )....
... battery charge status. P O W E R B U T T O N - NOTE: Wireless networking is critically low. Turns on steadily or blinks to an electrical outlet, the light operates as the Microsoft Windows logo key. Turns on when wireless networking is in a power management mode. K E Y B O A R D - Press the power button to ...management mode. NOTICE: To avoid losing data when you turn on the computer, and blinks when the computer is enabled. DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS Turns on when you turn off your computer, shut down your computer through the Start menu instead of data, never turn off )....
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... a mouse, keyboard, or printer. E X P R E S S C A R D S L O T - For information on using the optional floppy-drive cable. VIDEO CONNECTOR Connects an external VGA-compatible monitor. The green and yellow lights next to the connector. Attach a microphone to a network. NETWORK CONNECTOR (RJ-45) Connects the computer to the connector. For more information, see the online network...
... a mouse, keyboard, or printer. E X P R E S S C A R D S L O T - For information on using the optional floppy-drive cable. VIDEO CONNECTOR Connects an external VGA-compatible monitor. The green and yellow lights next to the connector. Attach a microphone to a network. NETWORK CONNECTOR (RJ-45) Connects the computer to the connector. For more information, see the online network...
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Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 27 To type a number or symbol, press and the desired key after enabling the keypad. • To enable the keypad, press . Each key on an external keyboard. The 9 light indicates that the keypad is active. • To disable the keypad, press again. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric Keypad 1 1 numeric keypad The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on the keypad has multiple functions. The keypad numbers and symbols are marked in blue on the right of the keypad keys.
Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 27 To type a number or symbol, press and the desired key after enabling the keypad. • To enable the keypad, press . Each key on an external keyboard. The 9 light indicates that the keypad is active. • To disable the keypad, press again. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric Keypad 1 1 numeric keypad The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on the keypad has multiple functions. The keypad numbers and symbols are marked in blue on the right of the keypad keys.
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..., leave your finger on the touch pad and move the selected object by sliding your finger over the touch pad. • To select an object, lightly tap once on the surface of your finger to allow you would use a mouse. 1 1 touch pad • To move the cursor on the display. Use... the touch pad and touch pad buttons as you to move the cursor, lightly slide your finger over the surface. • To double-click an object, position the cursor on the object and tap twice on the touch pad...
..., leave your finger on the touch pad and move the selected object by sliding your finger over the touch pad. • To select an object, lightly tap once on the surface of your finger to allow you would use a mouse. 1 1 touch pad • To move the cursor on the display. Use... the touch pad and touch pad buttons as you to move the cursor, lightly slide your finger over the surface. • To double-click an object, position the cursor on the object and tap twice on the touch pad...
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... only with a battery, see "Power Problems." To remove the battery: 1 If the computer is connected to start charging if the light flashes alternately green and orange. Then connect the computer to an electrical outlet to work with your computer. See the documentation that the ... wall connector and computer, and remove any other external cables from other computers with your docking device for instructions. 2 Ensure that came with your Dell™ computer. Disconnect the computer from the bay. 1 1 battery 3 2 2 battery-bay latch release 3 battery-bay latch release lock To...
... only with a battery, see "Power Problems." To remove the battery: 1 If the computer is connected to start charging if the light flashes alternately green and orange. Then connect the computer to an electrical outlet to work with your computer. See the documentation that the ... wall connector and computer, and remove any other external cables from other computers with your docking device for instructions. 2 Ensure that came with your Dell™ computer. Disconnect the computer from the bay. 1 1 battery 3 2 2 battery-bay latch release 3 battery-bay latch release lock To...
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...THE EXTERNAL KEYBOARD - 1 Shut down the computer, wait 1 minute, and turn it on again. 2 Verify that the numbers, capitals, and scroll lock lights on the keyboard blink during the boot routine. 3 From the Windows desktop, click the Start button→ Programs→ Accessories, and click Notepad. 4 ...on the internal keyboard and verify that they appear on the external keyboard and verify that the numbers lock light is not lit. 64 Solving Problems See "Contacting Dell." Disconnect the keyboard cable and check it and connect the keyboard directly to the computer. TO VERIFY THAT...
...THE EXTERNAL KEYBOARD - 1 Shut down the computer, wait 1 minute, and turn it on again. 2 Verify that the numbers, capitals, and scroll lock lights on the keyboard blink during the boot routine. 3 From the Windows desktop, click the Start button→ Programs→ Accessories, and click Notepad. 4 ...on the internal keyboard and verify that they appear on the external keyboard and verify that the numbers lock light is not lit. 64 Solving Problems See "Contacting Dell." Disconnect the keyboard cable and check it and connect the keyboard directly to the computer. TO VERIFY THAT...
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No light indicates that the card is properly inserted into both the network connector on the computer. Ensure that the ExpressCard is listed. Ensure that no network communication exists. Contact Dell. C HARGE T H E BATTERY - ... S W I D E D E X P R E S S C A R D - P R O V I T H A D E L L - NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can hold a charge) decreases over time. CHECK THE EXPRESSCARD - When the power light is off, press the power button to an electrical outlet. 3 Turn on standby mode, see "Power Management Modes." Depending on how often the battery is...
No light indicates that the card is properly inserted into both the network connector on the computer. Ensure that the ExpressCard is listed. Ensure that no network communication exists. Contact Dell. C HARGE T H E BATTERY - ... S W I D E D E X P R E S S C A R D - P R O V I T H A D E L L - NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can hold a charge) decreases over time. CHECK THE EXPRESSCARD - When the power light is off, press the power button to an electrical outlet. 3 Turn on standby mode, see "Power Management Modes." Depending on how often the battery is...
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...and computer cool to charge. CHECK THE BATTERY TEMPERATURE - CHECK THE AC ADAPTER - ELIMINATE POSSIBLE INTERFERENCE - Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other Dell™ portable computers can be defective. for optimum system performance, you need technical assistance for your computer, but the display remains blank, reinstall... adapter. If the battery temperature is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. 68 Solving Problems Ensure that the light is low or depleted. See "Contacting Dell." If the computer power...
...and computer cool to charge. CHECK THE BATTERY TEMPERATURE - CHECK THE AC ADAPTER - ELIMINATE POSSIBLE INTERFERENCE - Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other Dell™ portable computers can be defective. for optimum system performance, you need technical assistance for your computer, but the display remains blank, reinstall... adapter. If the battery temperature is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. 68 Solving Problems Ensure that the light is low or depleted. See "Contacting Dell." If the computer power...
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... ELECTRICAL OUTLET - See "Dell Diagnostics." See "audio connectors." R E I N S T A L L T H E S O U N D ( A U D I O) D R I S C O N N E C T H E A D P H O N E S F R O M T H E H E A D P H O N E C O N N E C T O R - If your screen. Ensure that the volume is turned up and that you are connected to check for damage, and firmly reconnect the cable. R E I N S T A L L T H E AUDIO D R I O N - No sound from headphones C H E C K T H E H E A D P H O N E C A B L E C O N N E C T I V E R - CHECK THE MOUSE CABLE - Shut down or off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, or halogen lamps...
... ELECTRICAL OUTLET - See "Dell Diagnostics." See "audio connectors." R E I N S T A L L T H E S O U N D ( A U D I O) D R I S C O N N E C T H E A D P H O N E S F R O M T H E H E A D P H O N E C O N N E C T O R - If your screen. Ensure that the volume is turned up and that you are connected to check for damage, and firmly reconnect the cable. R E I N S T A L L T H E AUDIO D R I O N - No sound from headphones C H E C K T H E H E A D P H O N E C A B L E C O N N E C T I V E R - CHECK THE MOUSE CABLE - Shut down or off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, or halogen lamps...
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... a subwoofer, ensure that the subwoofer is on . TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - Press and the up- Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances. R E I N S T A L L T H E T O U C H P A D D R I C A L O U T L E T - If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that requires a higher resolution than your computer supports, it is working by testing it . C O N N E C T T H E C O M P U T E R D I R E...monitor to your computer is difficult to verify that you are using a program that the light is at least 60 cm (2 ft) away from the computer or external monitor. ...
... a subwoofer, ensure that the subwoofer is on . TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - Press and the up- Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances. R E I N S T A L L T H E T O U C H P A D D R I C A L O U T L E T - If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that requires a higher resolution than your computer supports, it is working by testing it . C O N N E C T T H E C O M P U T E R D I R E...monitor to your computer is difficult to verify that you are using a program that the light is at least 60 cm (2 ft) away from the computer or external monitor. ...
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...liquid crystal display - LED - I /O address - IDE - IEEE 1394 - Internet service provider - kilobit - KB - A unit of tiny electronic components are I /O - L LAN - LCD - light-emitting diode - Glossary 131 integrated - interrupt request - Each device connection must be connected to another LAN over any distance through telephone lines and radio waves... equals 1 cycle per second. An electronic component that provides a fast throughput for infrared communications. local bus - A data bus that emits light to form a wide area network (WAN).
...liquid crystal display - LED - I /O address - IDE - IEEE 1394 - Internet service provider - kilobit - KB - A unit of tiny electronic components are I /O - L LAN - LCD - light-emitting diode - Glossary 131 integrated - interrupt request - Each device connection must be connected to another LAN over any distance through telephone lines and radio waves... equals 1 cycle per second. An electronic component that provides a fast throughput for infrared communications. local bus - A data bus that emits light to form a wide area network (WAN).
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...if: • It resides on a physically write-protected floppy disk, CD, or DVD. • It is generated at support.dell.com or when you call Dell for errors. Setup program differs from an analog format, which your computer. shortcut - When you place a shortcut on a network ....exe program comes with a processor and a memory chip. A power management mode that can often be stored electronically, such as infrared and light. refresh rate - real-time clock reset - software - read -only memory - resolution - A Microsoft utility that can be used to and from system...
...if: • It resides on a physically write-protected floppy disk, CD, or DVD. • It is generated at support.dell.com or when you call Dell for errors. Setup program differs from an analog format, which your computer. shortcut - When you place a shortcut on a network ....exe program comes with a processor and a memory chip. A power management mode that can often be stored electronically, such as infrared and light. refresh rate - real-time clock reset - software - read -only memory - resolution - A Microsoft utility that can be used to and from system...
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..., 43 helpful tips, 45 how to, 43 copying DVDs general information, 43 helpful tips, 45 how to, 43 D Dell contacting, 110 support site, 10 Dell Diagnostics, 55 Dell Premier Support website, 9 device status lights, 13 diagnostics Dell, 55 display adjusting brightness, 25 adjusting the size of icons, 53 adjusting the size of toolbars, 53 description...
..., 43 helpful tips, 45 how to, 43 copying DVDs general information, 43 helpful tips, 45 how to, 43 D Dell contacting, 110 support site, 10 Dell Diagnostics, 55 Dell Premier Support website, 9 device status lights, 13 diagnostics Dell, 55 display adjusting brightness, 25 adjusting the size of icons, 53 adjusting the size of toolbars, 53 description...
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..., 20 floppy drive connecting to a USB connector, 15 H hard drive description, 18 problems, 59 replacing, 83 returning to Dell, 85 hardware conflicts, 75 Dell Diagnostics, 55 Hardware Troubleshooter, 75 Help and Support Center, 10 help file Windows Help and Support Center, 10 hibernate mode, ...19 options, 19 setting up, 19 IRQ conflicts, 75 K keyboard description, 13 numeric keypad, 27 problems, 64 removing, 95 shortcuts, 28 keyboard status lights description, 12 keypad numeric, 27 L labels Microsoft Windows, 9 Service Tag, 9 lost computer, 106 M memory installing, 86 removing, 87 memory/modem ...
..., 20 floppy drive connecting to a USB connector, 15 H hard drive description, 18 problems, 59 replacing, 83 returning to Dell, 85 hardware conflicts, 75 Dell Diagnostics, 55 Hardware Troubleshooter, 75 Help and Support Center, 10 help file Windows Help and Support Center, 10 hibernate mode, ...19 options, 19 setting up, 19 IRQ conflicts, 75 K keyboard description, 13 numeric keypad, 27 problems, 64 removing, 95 shortcuts, 28 keyboard status lights description, 12 keypad numeric, 27 L labels Microsoft Windows, 9 Service Tag, 9 lost computer, 106 M memory installing, 86 removing, 87 memory/modem ...
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..., 33 line conditioners, 24 power options properties, 36 power (continued) problems, 67 protection devices, 24 standby mode, 33 surge protectors, 24 UPS, 24 power light conditions, 67 power management adjusting settings, 53 QuickSet, 53 printer cable, 23 connecting, 22 problems, 68 setting up, 22 USB, 23 problems blue screen, 65... CD drive, 58 CD-RW drive, 58 computer crashes, 65 computer does not start up, 65 computer stops responding, 65 conflicts, 75 Dell Diagnostics, 55 drives, 58 DVD drive, 58 error messages, 60 hard drive, 59 keyboard, 64 lockups, 65 network, 67 power, 67 power...
..., 33 line conditioners, 24 power options properties, 36 power (continued) problems, 67 protection devices, 24 standby mode, 33 surge protectors, 24 UPS, 24 power light conditions, 67 power management adjusting settings, 53 QuickSet, 53 printer cable, 23 connecting, 22 problems, 68 setting up, 22 USB, 23 problems blue screen, 65... CD drive, 58 CD-RW drive, 58 computer crashes, 65 computer does not start up, 65 computer stops responding, 65 conflicts, 75 Dell Diagnostics, 55 drives, 58 DVD drive, 58 error messages, 60 hard drive, 59 keyboard, 64 lockups, 65 network, 67 power, 67 power...