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3 Using the Display Adjusting Brightness 25 Switching the Video Image 25 Setting Display Resolution 26 4 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric Keypad 27 Key Combinations 28 System Functions 28 CD or DVD Tray 28 Display Functions 28 Radios (Including Wireless...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 Modes 33 Configuring...
3 Using the Display Adjusting Brightness 25 Switching the Video Image 25 Setting Display Resolution 26 4 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric Keypad 27 Key Combinations 28 System Functions 28 CD or DVD Tray 28 Display Functions 28 Radios (Including Wireless...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 Modes 33 Configuring...
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10 Solving Problems Dell Diagnostics 55 Drive Problems 58 CD and DVD drive problems 58 Hard drive problems 59 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 59 Error Messages 60 Keyboard Problems 64 External Keyboard problems 64 Unexpected characters 64 Lockups and Software Problems 65 The computer does not start up 65 The computer stops responding...
10 Solving Problems Dell Diagnostics 55 Drive Problems 58 CD and DVD drive problems 58 Hard drive problems 59 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 59 Error Messages 60 Keyboard Problems 64 External Keyboard problems 64 Unexpected characters 64 Lockups and Software Problems 65 The computer does not start up 65 The computer stops responding...
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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 ... 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 103 Viewing the System ...
... 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 ... 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 103 Viewing the System ...
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... Peripherals 109 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 109 Contacting Dell 110 Glossary 127 Index 137 8 Contents Only 108 FCC Class B 108 Macrovision Product Notice 109 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. System Setup Screen 103 Commonly Used Options 103 ...Travelling With Your Computer 105 Identifying Your Computer 105 Packing the Computer 105 Travel Tips 105 Travelling by Air 106 If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen 106 Cleaning Your Computer 107 Computer, Keyboard...
... Peripherals 109 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 109 Contacting Dell 110 Glossary 127 Index 137 8 Contents Only 108 FCC Class B 108 Macrovision Product Notice 109 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. System Setup Screen 103 Commonly Used Options 103 ...Travelling With Your Computer 105 Identifying Your Computer 105 Packing the Computer 105 Travel Tips 105 Travelling by Air 106 If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen 106 Cleaning Your Computer 107 Computer, Keyboard...
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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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... the following: 9 Turns on when the scroll lock function is enabled. Provides the functionality of the integrated speakers, press the speaker-volume keyboard shortcuts. To adjust the volume of a mouse. For more information, see "Using the Display." Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled. D I S P L A Y L A T C H E S - A Turns on when ...
... the following: 9 Turns on when the scroll lock function is enabled. Provides the functionality of the integrated speakers, press the speaker-volume keyboard shortcuts. To adjust the volume of a mouse. For more information, see "Using the Display." Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled. D I S P L A Y L A T C H E S - A Turns on when ...
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... management mode. For information on the computer or to enter or exit a power management mode. Press the power button to turn on supported keyboard shortcuts, see "Key Combinations." The keyboard includes a numeric keypad as well as follows: • Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is turned off). • Flashing...
... management mode. For information on the computer or to enter or exit a power management mode. Press the power button to turn on supported keyboard shortcuts, see "Key Combinations." The keyboard includes a numeric keypad as well as follows: • Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is turned off). • Flashing...
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USB CONNECTORS AUDIO CONNECTORS Connect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. E X P R E S S C A R D S L O T - The computer ships with your computer. You can also connect the optional floppy drive directly to a USB connector using the network adapter, see "...
USB CONNECTORS AUDIO CONNECTORS Connect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. E X P R E S S C A R D S L O T - The computer ships with your computer. You can also connect the optional floppy drive directly to a USB connector using the network adapter, see "...
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... key to increase brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external monitor). • Press and the down -arrow key on the keyboard. For more information on your portable computer or docking device. Using the Display 25 Right-click the icon in the taskbar to switch the video... display or the external device. or down -arrow key to decrease brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external monitor). The Dell QuickSet Brightness Meter shows the current brightness setting for the display. Press to enable or disable the Brightness Meter on the screen. You can ...
... key to increase brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external monitor). • Press and the down -arrow key on the keyboard. For more information on your portable computer or docking device. Using the Display 25 Right-click the icon in the taskbar to switch the video... display or the external device. or down -arrow key to decrease brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external monitor). The Dell QuickSet Brightness Meter shows the current brightness setting for the display. Press to enable or disable the Brightness Meter on the screen. You can ...
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The keypad numbers and symbols are marked in blue on the keypad has multiple functions. To type a number or symbol, press and the desired key after enabling the keypad. • To enable the keypad, press . Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 27 The 9 light indicates that the keypad is active. • To disable the keypad, press again. Each key on the right of the keypad keys. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric Keypad 1 1 numeric keypad The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on an external keyboard.
The keypad numbers and symbols are marked in blue on the keypad has multiple functions. To type a number or symbol, press and the desired key after enabling the keypad. • To enable the keypad, press . Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 27 The 9 light indicates that the keypad is active. • To disable the keypad, press again. Each key on the right of the keypad keys. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric Keypad 1 1 numeric keypad The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on an external keyboard.
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... Wireless Networking) Enables and disables radios, including wireless networking. You can reprogram this keyboard shortcut to the next display option. See "Power Management Modes." 28 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad and down-arrow Decreases brightness on the integrated display only (not key... on QuickSet, see "Dell™ QuickSet Features." Key Combinations System Functions Opens the Task Manager window...
... Wireless Networking) Enables and disables radios, including wireless networking. You can reprogram this keyboard shortcut to the next display option. See "Power Management Modes." 28 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad and down-arrow Decreases brightness on the integrated display only (not key... on QuickSet, see "Dell™ QuickSet Features." Key Combinations System Functions Opens the Task Manager window...
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... Support Center." Windows logo key and Maximizes all open the Control Panel, click Printers and Other Hardware, and click Keyboard. To adjust keyboard operation, such as the character repeat rate, open windows. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 29 Enables and disables the integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached. Microsoft® Windows...
... Support Center." Windows logo key and Maximizes all open the Control Panel, click Printers and Other Hardware, and click Keyboard. To adjust keyboard operation, such as the character repeat rate, open windows. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 29 Enables and disables the integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached. Microsoft® Windows...
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Customizing the Touch Pad You can use the Mouse Properties window to save the settings and close the window. 30 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad For information about the Control Panel, see "Windows Help and Support Center." 2 In the Mouse Properties window, click the Touch Pad tab ...
Customizing the Touch Pad You can use the Mouse Properties window to save the settings and close the window. 30 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad For information about the Control Panel, see "Windows Help and Support Center." 2 In the Mouse Properties window, click the Touch Pad tab ...
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... Press any key to continue. 5 Press any questions that appears and press . 5 Type 1 to wait until you want. Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for the option you see the Windows desktop. Option Express Test ... the possibility of devices. If you wait too long and the Windows logo appears, continue to start the Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. Then shut down your system board, keyboard, hard drive, and display. • During the assessment, answer any key to start the ResourceCD menu ...
... Press any key to continue. 5 Press any questions that appears and press . 5 Type 1 to wait until you want. Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for the option you see the Windows desktop. Option Express Test ... the possibility of devices. If you wait too long and the Windows logo appears, continue to start the Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. Then shut down your system board, keyboard, hard drive, and display. • During the assessment, answer any key to start the ResourceCD menu ...
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... software documentation. A memory module may be faulty or improperly seated. See "Memory." N O T E N O U G H M E M O R Y O R R E S O U R C E S . See "Using the System Setup Program." See "Dell Diagnostics." See "Dell Diagnostics." KEYBOARD STUCK KEY FAILURE - Run the Stuck Key test in the Dell Diagnostics. See "Memory." M E M O R Y W R I T E / R E A D F A I L U R E A T A D D R E S S , R E A D V A L U E E X P E C T I N G V A L U E - If the hard drive is your boot device, ensure that you are attempting to occur...
... software documentation. A memory module may be faulty or improperly seated. See "Memory." N O T E N O U G H M E M O R Y O R R E S O U R C E S . See "Using the System Setup Program." See "Dell Diagnostics." See "Dell Diagnostics." KEYBOARD STUCK KEY FAILURE - Run the Stuck Key test in the Dell Diagnostics. See "Memory." M E M O R Y W R I T E / R E A D F A I L U R E A T A D D R E S S , R E A D V A L U E E X P E C T I N G V A L U E - If the hard drive is your boot device, ensure that you are attempting to occur...
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.... 4 Click Remove or Change/Remove and follow the prompts on the hard drive. O F - Correct the settings for instructions. See "Dell Diagnostics." Run the System Memory tests and the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics. Insert a disk into the drive and try to restore the data by entering the system setup program. Reinstall...
.... 4 Click Remove or Change/Remove and follow the prompts on the hard drive. O F - Correct the settings for instructions. See "Dell Diagnostics." Run the System Memory tests and the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics. Insert a disk into the drive and try to restore the data by entering the system setup program. Reinstall...
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...→ Programs→ Accessories, and click Notepad. 4 Type some characters on the internal keyboard and verify that they appear on the display. Verify that they appear on the display. See "Contacting Dell." When you attach an external keyboard, the integrated keyboard remains fully functional. Shut down the computer. If the tests indicate a defective external...
...→ Programs→ Accessories, and click Notepad. 4 Type some characters on the internal keyboard and verify that they appear on the display. Verify that they appear on the display. See "Contacting Dell." When you attach an external keyboard, the integrated keyboard remains fully functional. Shut down the computer. If the tests indicate a defective external...
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Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: Before you restart the computer. TURN THE COMPUTER OFF - Follow the instructions on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system R U N T H E P R ... OMPATIBILITY W IZARD - C HECK T H E SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION - Then restart your computer. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off . Then restart your computer...
Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: Before you restart the computer. TURN THE COMPUTER OFF - Follow the instructions on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system R U N T H E P R ... OMPATIBILITY W IZARD - C HECK T H E SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION - Then restart your computer. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off . Then restart your computer...
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... your problem and, if necessary, update the driver. 72 Solving Problems See "Contacting Dell." NOTICE: The Drivers and Utilities CD may be defective. Many drivers, such as a printer, mouse, or keyboard. A driver acts like a translator between the device and any device, identify whether... only its own set of specialized commands that you experience a problem with any other programs that controls a device such as the keyboard driver, come with required drivers already installed-no further installation or configuration is readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR - 1 Shut down your...
... your problem and, if necessary, update the driver. 72 Solving Problems See "Contacting Dell." NOTICE: The Drivers and Utilities CD may be defective. Many drivers, such as a printer, mouse, or keyboard. A driver acts like a translator between the device and any device, identify whether... only its own set of specialized commands that you experience a problem with any other programs that controls a device such as the keyboard driver, come with required drivers already installed-no further installation or configuration is readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR - 1 Shut down your...
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... the hinge cover, insert the left edge of the computer). 1 Follow the procedures in the Product Information Guide. See "Replacing the Battery." See "Hinge Cover." Keyboard CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in "Before You Begin." 2 Remove the hinge cover.
... the hinge cover, insert the left edge of the computer). 1 Follow the procedures in the Product Information Guide. See "Replacing the Battery." See "Hinge Cover." Keyboard CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in "Before You Begin." 2 Remove the hinge cover.