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...Functions 36 Display Functions 36 Power Management 36 Speaker Functions 36 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions 37 QuickSet Key Combinations 37 Adjusting Keyboard Settings 37 Touch Pad 38 Customizing the Touch Pad 38 5 Using a Battery 39 Battery Performance 39 Checking the Battery Charge 40... Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter 40 Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter 40 Charge Gauge 40 Low-Battery Warning 41 Conserving Battery Power 41 ...
...Functions 36 Display Functions 36 Power Management 36 Speaker Functions 36 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions 37 QuickSet Key Combinations 37 Adjusting Keyboard Settings 37 Touch Pad 38 Customizing the Touch Pad 38 5 Using a Battery 39 Battery Performance 39 Checking the Battery Charge 40... Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter 40 Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter 40 Charge Gauge 40 Low-Battery Warning 41 Conserving Battery Power 41 ...
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E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 84 Error Messages 85 ExpressCard Problems 89 IEEE 1394 Device Problems 89 Keyboard Problems 90 External Keyboard problems 90 Unexpected characters 90 Lockups and Software Problems 91 The computer does not start up 91 The ...computer stops responding 91 A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly 91 A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system 91 A solid blue screen appears 91 Dell...
E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 84 Error Messages 85 ExpressCard Problems 89 IEEE 1394 Device Problems 89 Keyboard Problems 90 External Keyboard problems 90 Unexpected characters 90 Lockups and Software Problems 91 The computer does not start up 91 The ...computer stops responding 91 A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly 91 A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system 91 A solid blue screen appears 91 Dell...
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... and Utilities 100 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 102 Restoring Your Operating System 102 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 103 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 104 Using the Operating System CD 106 11 Adding and Replacing Parts 109 Before You Begin 109 Recommended...Computer 109 Before Working Inside Your Computer 110 Optical Drive 111 Hard Drive 112 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 114 Memory 114 Modem 117 Hinge Cover 118 Keyboard 119 Wireless Mini-Card 121 Coin-Cell Battery 124 Display 125 Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 127...
... and Utilities 100 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 102 Restoring Your Operating System 102 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 103 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 104 Using the Operating System CD 106 11 Adding and Replacing Parts 109 Before You Begin 109 Recommended...Computer 109 Before Working Inside Your Computer 110 Optical Drive 111 Hard Drive 112 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 114 Memory 114 Modem 117 Hinge Cover 118 Keyboard 119 Wireless Mini-Card 121 Coin-Cell Battery 124 Display 125 Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 127...
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...Traveling With Your Computer 131 Identifying Your Computer 131 Packing the Computer 131 Travel Tips 132 Traveling by Air 132 14 Contacting Dell 133 15 Specifications 155 16 Appendix 163 Using the System Setup Program 163 Viewing the System Setup Screen 163 System Setup Screen... 163 Commonly Used Options 164 Cleaning Your Computer 165 Computer, Keyboard, and Display 165 Touch Pad 165 Floppy Drive 166 CDs and DVDs 166 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only 167 FCC Class B 167 Macrovision Product Notice 168 Glossary 169 Index 181...
...Traveling With Your Computer 131 Identifying Your Computer 131 Packing the Computer 131 Travel Tips 132 Traveling by Air 132 14 Contacting Dell 133 15 Specifications 155 16 Appendix 163 Using the System Setup Program 163 Viewing the System Setup Screen 163 System Setup Screen... 163 Commonly Used Options 164 Cleaning Your Computer 165 Computer, Keyboard, and Display 165 Touch Pad 165 Floppy Drive 166 CDs and DVDs 166 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only 167 FCC Class B 167 Macrovision Product Notice 168 Glossary 169 Index 181...
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For more information about your display, see "Using the Display" on page 33. 16 About Your Computer D I S P L A Y L A T C H R E L E A S E - Press to release the display latches and open the display. Front View 1 12 2 3 11 4 10 9 5 8 6 7 1 display latch release 2 display 3 power button 4 device status lights 5 touch pad 6 media control buttons 7 speakers (2) 8 touch pad buttons 9 keyboard 10 Dell MediaDirect™ button 11 keyboard and wireless status lights 12 display latches (2) D I S P L A Y -
For more information about your display, see "Using the Display" on page 33. 16 About Your Computer D I S P L A Y L A T C H R E L E A S E - Press to release the display latches and open the display. Front View 1 12 2 3 11 4 10 9 5 8 6 7 1 display latch release 2 display 3 power button 4 device status lights 5 touch pad 6 media control buttons 7 speakers (2) 8 touch pad buttons 9 keyboard 10 Dell MediaDirect™ button 11 keyboard and wireless status lights 12 display latches (2) D I S P L A Y -
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... button to launch either Microsoft Windows Media Center Edition or another version of Windows XP with Dell Media Experience if either of the integrated speakers, press the media control buttons or speaker-volume keyboard shortcuts. T O U C H P A D B U T T O N S - Control CD, DVD, and Media Player playback. T O U C H P A D - Silk screening on page 36. Turn the volume down. Play...
... button to launch either Microsoft Windows Media Center Edition or another version of Windows XP with Dell Media Experience if either of the integrated speakers, press the media control buttons or speaker-volume keyboard shortcuts. T O U C H P A D B U T T O N S - Control CD, DVD, and Media Player playback. T O U C H P A D - Silk screening on page 36. Turn the volume down. Play...
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... function is enabled. A Turns on when the scroll lock function is enabled. Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled. KEYBOARD AND WIRELESS STATUS LIGHTS The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following: 9 Turns on when a card with Bluetooth® wireless technology is enabled. D I S P L A Y L A T C H E S - To enable or disable wireless networking...
... function is enabled. A Turns on when the scroll lock function is enabled. Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled. KEYBOARD AND WIRELESS STATUS LIGHTS The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following: 9 Turns on when a card with Bluetooth® wireless technology is enabled. D I S P L A Y L A T C H E S - To enable or disable wireless networking...
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...-11) 4 USB connectors (2) 5 video connector 6 S-video TV-out connector 22 About Your Computer Connects devices supporting IEEE 1394 high-speed transfer rates, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. USB CONNECTORS Connect USB devices, such as some digital video cameras. Attach a microphone to a USB connector using the optional floppydrive cable. AUDIO CONNECTORS...
...-11) 4 USB connectors (2) 5 video connector 6 S-video TV-out connector 22 About Your Computer Connects devices supporting IEEE 1394 high-speed transfer rates, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. USB CONNECTORS Connect USB devices, such as some digital video cameras. Attach a microphone to a USB connector using the optional floppydrive cable. AUDIO CONNECTORS...
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...the program, and the necessary video drivers must be installed. Before you change the brightness level, the Brightness Meter may appear on the keyboard. You can conserve power by pressing and the up -arrow key to increase brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external... to decrease brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external monitor). Using the Display 33 Using the Display Adjusting Brightness When a Dell™ computer is running on battery power, you can press the following keys (key combinations) to adjust display brightness: • Press and...
...the program, and the necessary video drivers must be installed. Before you change the brightness level, the Brightness Meter may appear on the keyboard. You can conserve power by pressing and the up -arrow key to increase brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external... to decrease brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external monitor). Using the Display 33 Using the Display Adjusting Brightness When a Dell™ computer is running on battery power, you can press the following keys (key combinations) to adjust display brightness: • Press and...
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The 9 light indicates that the keypad is active. • To disable the keypad, press again. To type a number or symbol, press and the desired key after enabling the keypad. • To enable the keypad, press . The keypad numbers and symbols are marked in blue on the keypad has multiple functions. Each key on the right of the keypad keys. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on an external keyboard. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 35
The 9 light indicates that the keypad is active. • To disable the keypad, press again. To type a number or symbol, press and the desired key after enabling the keypad. • To enable the keypad, press . The keypad numbers and symbols are marked in blue on the keypad has multiple functions. Each key on the right of the keypad keys. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on an external keyboard. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 35
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...Functions Opens the Task Manager window. Enables and disables the integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached. 36 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Speaker Functions Increases the volume of the integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached. Highlight the desired ... to activate a different power management mode using the Advanced tab in the Power Options Properties window. You can reprogram this keyboard shortcut to that option. Displays icons representing all currently available display options (for example, display only, external monitor or projector...
...Functions Opens the Task Manager window. Enables and disables the integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached. 36 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Speaker Functions Increases the volume of the integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached. Highlight the desired ... to activate a different power management mode using the Advanced tab in the Power Options Properties window. You can reprogram this keyboard shortcut to that option. Displays icons representing all currently available display options (for example, display only, external monitor or projector...
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...If QuickSet is connected to restore (maximize) all minimized windows. This command functions as the character repeat rate, open windows. Adjusting Keyboard Settings To adjust keyboard operation, such as a toggle to a network). Windows logo key and Runs Windows Explorer. To access the Help and Support Center...Windows® Logo Key Functions Windows logo key and Minimizes all open the Control Panel, click Printers and Other Hardware, and click Keyboard. Windows logo key and Opens the Search Results-Computer dialog box (if the computer is installed, you can use of the ...
...If QuickSet is connected to restore (maximize) all minimized windows. This command functions as the character repeat rate, open windows. Adjusting Keyboard Settings To adjust keyboard operation, such as a toggle to a network). Windows logo key and Runs Windows Explorer. To access the Help and Support Center...Windows® Logo Key Functions Windows logo key and Minimizes all open the Control Panel, click Printers and Other Hardware, and click Keyboard. Windows logo key and Opens the Search Results-Computer dialog box (if the computer is installed, you can use of the ...
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... Properties window, click the Touch Pad tab to adjust touch pad settings. 3 Click OK to save the settings and close the window. 38 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Scrolling is enabled by sliding your finger over the touch pad. • To select an object, position the cursor on the object...
... Properties window, click the Touch Pad tab to adjust touch pad settings. 3 Click OK to save the settings and close the window. 38 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Scrolling is enabled by sliding your finger over the touch pad. • To select an object, position the cursor on the object...
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...Drivers and Utilities CD 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD. 2 Shut down the error code(s) and contact Dell. Run Express Test first to increase the possibility of your system board, keyboard, hard drive, and display. • During the assessment, answer any key to start the ResourceCD menu ...and press to start the Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. Press any key to run. to continue to wait...
...Drivers and Utilities CD 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD. 2 Shut down the error code(s) and contact Dell. Run Express Test first to increase the possibility of your system board, keyboard, hard drive, and display. • During the assessment, answer any key to start the ResourceCD menu ...and press to start the Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. Press any key to run. to continue to wait...
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...is most likely to occur after a memory module is trying to boot to commands from a CD. Run the Keyboard Controller test in the system setup program (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 112), and boot the computer from the computer. If the problem persists, try another drive....on page 114). HARD-DISK DRIVE FAILURE - Run the Hard-Disk Drive tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Hard Drive" on page 79). For external keyboards or keypads, check the cable connection. Dell MediaDirect™ cannot verify the Digital Rights Management (DRM) restrictions on page 79). The ...
...is most likely to occur after a memory module is trying to boot to commands from a CD. Run the Keyboard Controller test in the system setup program (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 112), and boot the computer from the computer. If the problem persists, try another drive....on page 114). HARD-DISK DRIVE FAILURE - Run the Hard-Disk Drive tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Hard Drive" on page 79). For external keyboards or keypads, check the cable connection. Dell MediaDirect™ cannot verify the Digital Rights Management (DRM) restrictions on page 79). The ...
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... ExpressCard is running out of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 133. I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I T H A N E X P R E S S C A R D N O T P R O V I S N O T R E A D Y - See "Contacting Dell" on page 79). P L E A S E R U N T H E S YS T E M S E T U P P R O G R A M - Run the System Memory tests and the Keyboard Controller test in the Product Information Guide. CHECK THE EXPRESSCARD - If your computer to an...
... ExpressCard is running out of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 133. I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I T H A N E X P R E S S C A R D N O T P R O V I S N O T R E A D Y - See "Contacting Dell" on page 79). P L E A S E R U N T H E S YS T E M S E T U P P R O G R A M - Run the System Memory tests and the Keyboard Controller test in the Product Information Guide. CHECK THE EXPRESSCARD - If your computer to an...
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... now but did not with the external keyboard, you attach an external keyboard, the integrated keyboard remains fully functional. If the tests indicate a defective external keyboard, contact Dell. NOTE: Use the integrated keyboard when running the Dell Diagnostics or the system setup program. See "Contacting Dell" on page 133. See "Contacting Dell" on page 133. 90 Solving Problems External...
... now but did not with the external keyboard, you attach an external keyboard, the integrated keyboard remains fully functional. If the tests indicate a defective external keyboard, contact Dell. NOTE: Use the integrated keyboard when running the Dell Diagnostics or the system setup program. See "Contacting Dell" on page 133. See "Contacting Dell" on page 133. 90 Solving Problems External...
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... if you are displayed instead of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. Follow the instructions on your keyboard or moving your computer. Verify that is no longer responding. 3 Click End Task. If you are unable to disable the numeric keypad if numbers are...
... if you are displayed instead of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. Follow the instructions on your keyboard or moving your computer. Verify that is no longer responding. 3 Click End Task. If you are unable to disable the numeric keypad if numbers are...
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... can access licensed files in some graphics cards to reduce processor requirements when playing DVDs and certain types of the Dell MediaDirect screen to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your computer, this software should already be played. NOTICE: You cannot reinstall the... Dell MediaDirect feature if you are unable to access Help. Then restart your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements ...
... can access licensed files in some graphics cards to reduce processor requirements when playing DVDs and certain types of the Dell MediaDirect screen to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your computer, this software should already be played. NOTICE: You cannot reinstall the... Dell MediaDirect feature if you are unable to access Help. Then restart your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements ...
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... The Drivers and Utilities CD may be defective. R O T A T E T H E C O M P U T E R T O F A C E A D I F F E R E N T D I R E C T I T O R - Drivers What Is a Driver? Contact Dell. Eliminate sunlight glare, which can cause poor picture quality. If an error message appears, see "Error Messages" on page 133. If your computer and connect... operating system. If only part of specialized commands that controls a device such as a printer, mouse, or keyboard. Dell ships your computer to you are not on the computer and the monitor, and adjust the monitor brightness and ...
... The Drivers and Utilities CD may be defective. R O T A T E T H E C O M P U T E R T O F A C E A D I F F E R E N T D I R E C T I T O R - Drivers What Is a Driver? Contact Dell. Eliminate sunlight glare, which can cause poor picture quality. If an error message appears, see "Error Messages" on page 133. If your computer and connect... operating system. If only part of specialized commands that controls a device such as a printer, mouse, or keyboard. Dell ships your computer to you are not on the computer and the monitor, and adjust the monitor brightness and ...