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... What You Need to Establish a WLAN Connection 70 Checking Your Wireless Network Card 70 Setting Up a New WLAN 71 Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network 72 Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Network Card 74 Monitoring the Status of Wireless Network Connections Through Dell™ QuickSet 74 Mobile Broadband or Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN 74 What You Need to Establish a Mobile Broadband...
... What You Need to Establish a WLAN Connection 70 Checking Your Wireless Network Card 70 Setting Up a New WLAN 71 Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network 72 Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Network Card 74 Monitoring the Status of Wireless Network Connections Through Dell™ QuickSet 74 Mobile Broadband or Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN 74 What You Need to Establish a Mobile Broadband...
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... is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system 91 A solid blue screen appears 91 Dell MediaDirect problems 92 Other software problems 92 Memory Problems 93 Network Problems 93 Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN 93 Power Problems 94 Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer 95 Printer Problems 95 Scanner Problems...
... is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system 91 A solid blue screen appears 91 Dell MediaDirect problems 92 Other software problems 92 Memory Problems 93 Network Problems 93 Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN 93 Power Problems 94 Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer 95 Printer Problems 95 Scanner Problems...
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... the notification area and click Disable Bluetooth Radio. Keep the display closed. KEYBOARD AND WIRELESS STATUS LIGHTS The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following: 9 Turns on when wireless networking is enabled. To quickly enable or disable all wireless devices, press . For more information, see the documentation that came with your computer...
... the notification area and click Disable Bluetooth Radio. Keep the display closed. KEYBOARD AND WIRELESS STATUS LIGHTS The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following: 9 Turns on when wireless networking is enabled. To quickly enable or disable all wireless devices, press . For more information, see the documentation that came with your computer...
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... installed in the slot; Using Cards ExpressCards ExpressCards leverage PC Card technology to provide a fast and convenient way to add memory, wired and wireless network communications (including wireless wide area network [WWAN] communications), multimedia, and security features to your computer. If you begin any of the card facing up. See "Specifications" on page 155...
... installed in the slot; Using Cards ExpressCards ExpressCards leverage PC Card technology to provide a fast and convenient way to add memory, wired and wireless network communications (including wireless wide area network [WWAN] communications), multimedia, and security features to your computer. If you begin any of the card facing up. See "Specifications" on page 155...
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... cable connector until it . Setting Up a Network 69 To connect a network cable: 1 Connect the network cable to a network connection device or a network wall connector. Setting Up a Network Physically Connecting to a Network or Broadband Modem Before you connect your computer to a network that it is not wireless, the computer must have a network adapter installed and a network cable connected to it clicks into...
... cable connector until it . Setting Up a Network 69 To connect a network cable: 1 Connect the network cable to a network connection device or a network wall connector. Setting Up a Network Physically Connecting to a Network or Broadband Modem Before you connect your computer to a network that it is not wireless, the computer must have a network adapter installed and a network cable connected to it clicks into...
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... XP Service Pack 2 (SP2). 4 Complete the checklist. 5 Return to the Network Setup Wizard and follow the instructions on what you selected when you purchased your computer has a wireless network card and to determine the type of card, use one of sharing files, printers...connect to your WLAN • A network cable with the network (RJ-45) connector Checking Your Wireless Network Card Depending on the screen. Network Setup Wizard The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide you through a network cable connected to each computer. NOTE...
... XP Service Pack 2 (SP2). 4 Complete the checklist. 5 Return to the Network Setup Wizard and follow the instructions on what you selected when you purchased your computer has a wireless network card and to determine the type of card, use one of sharing files, printers...connect to your WLAN • A network cable with the network (RJ-45) connector Checking Your Wireless Network Card Depending on the screen. Network Setup Wizard The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide you through a network cable connected to each computer. NOTE...
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... your computer. Install the required software according to obtain specific information about the wireless network card: 1 Right-click Wireless Network Connection. 2 Click Properties. Your wireless router may not have a wireless network card. NOTE: Wait for your Internet service provider (ISP) to the manufacturer... pointing to the Classic Start menu option, you have a wireless network card. NOTE: If your broadband modem before you attempt to set to Network Connections. The Wireless Network Connection Properties window appears. Such CDs usually contain installation and ...
... your computer. Install the required software according to obtain specific information about the wireless network card: 1 Right-click Wireless Network Connection. 2 Click Properties. Your wireless router may not have a wireless network card. NOTE: Wait for your Internet service provider (ISP) to the manufacturer... pointing to the Classic Start menu option, you have a wireless network card. NOTE: If your broadband modem before you attempt to set to Network Connections. The Wireless Network Connection Properties window appears. Such CDs usually contain installation and ...
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... Set Identifier (SSID) or network name. 15 If necessary, configure your computer and then search for that name on the Dell Support website at least 2 minutes for at support.dell.com. This section provides general procedures for your wireless router's broadcast name. For ...information on page 72. See "Connecting to a network via wireless technology. Specific network names and configuration details vary....
... Set Identifier (SSID) or network name. 15 If necessary, configure your computer and then search for that name on the Dell Support website at least 2 minutes for at support.dell.com. This section provides general procedures for your wireless router's broadcast name. For ...information on page 72. See "Connecting to a network via wireless technology. Specific network names and configuration details vary....
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...Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Under Pick a Help topic, click Dell User and System Guides. 3 Under Device Guides, select the documentation for the wireless network that you have configured your computer for your screen. NOTE: Your computer can take up notifies... enter a WEP or WPA key when prompted. Dell cannot provide this connection, the wireless network card's configuration utility is connected to that appear on to your computer is managing the wireless network card. If the Choose a wireless network window states Click an item in the list below...
...Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Under Pick a Help topic, click Dell User and System Guides. 3 Under Device Guides, select the documentation for the wireless network that you have configured your computer for your screen. NOTE: Your computer can take up notifies... enter a WEP or WPA key when prompted. Dell cannot provide this connection, the wireless network card's configuration utility is connected to that appear on to your computer is managing the wireless network card. If the Choose a wireless network window states Click an item in the list below...
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...-Card, but not both, to establish a Mobile Broadband network connection. If the wireless networking function is available. The wireless activity indicator indicates whether your taskbar to select or deselect Wireless Activity Indicator Off to turn the wireless networking function on , press to display the status. Right-click the Dell QuickSet icon in the same varied locations from which...
...-Card, but not both, to establish a Mobile Broadband network connection. If the wireless networking function is available. The wireless activity indicator indicates whether your taskbar to select or deselect Wireless Activity Indicator Off to turn the wireless networking function on , press to display the status. Right-click the Dell QuickSet icon in the same varied locations from which...
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... utility. NOTE: The Connect button changes to the Disconnect button. 3 Follow the instructions on the screen to manage the network connection with Bluetooth® wireless technology or WLAN Mini-Cards. • The Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility (already installed on your computer if you purchased the card when you purchased your computer, or...
... utility. NOTE: The Connect button changes to the Disconnect button. 3 Follow the instructions on the screen to manage the network connection with Bluetooth® wireless technology or WLAN Mini-Cards. • The Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility (already installed on your computer if you purchased the card when you purchased your computer, or...
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... the ExpressCard manufacturer. IEEE 1394 Device Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 133. If your computer to an electrical outlet to an electrical outlet. I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I N P R O T...Dell" on page 79). See "Using the System Setup Program" on page 93. Ensure that the ExpressCard is running out of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network...
... the ExpressCard manufacturer. IEEE 1394 Device Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 133. If your computer to an electrical outlet to an electrical outlet. I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I N P R O T...Dell" on page 79). See "Using the System Setup Program" on page 93. Ensure that the ExpressCard is running out of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network...
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... "Windows Help and Support Center" on how often the battery is used , you can also download the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility user's guide from support.dell.com. Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN]) NOTE: The Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility user's guide and the Mobile Broadband ExpressCard user's guide are correct and that...
... "Windows Help and Support Center" on how often the battery is used , you can also download the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility user's guide from support.dell.com. Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN]) NOTE: The Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility user's guide and the Mobile Broadband ExpressCard user's guide are correct and that...
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... 256 MB of system memory) or 224 MB of shared memory (with 512 MB of purchase. Communications Modem: Type Controller Interface Network adapter Wireless v.92 56K MDC softmodem Intel High-Definition Audio 10/100 Ethernet LAN on system board internal PCI-e Mini-Card WLAN or WWAN ...support and Bluetooth® wireless technology support Video NOTE: Optional video controller upgrades are available for your computer, see "Determining Your Computer's Configuration" on system board ...
... 256 MB of system memory) or 224 MB of shared memory (with 512 MB of purchase. Communications Modem: Type Controller Interface Network adapter Wireless v.92 56K MDC softmodem Intel High-Definition Audio 10/100 Ethernet LAN on system board internal PCI-e Mini-Card WLAN or WWAN ...support and Bluetooth® wireless technology support Video NOTE: Optional video controller upgrades are available for your computer, see "Determining Your Computer's Configuration" on system board ...
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...- The length of the faster interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. Bluetooth® wireless technology - 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. Specifies the order of ...understand what effect these settings have on a floppy, CD, DVD, or hard drive. B backup - ASF - alert standards format - Dell™ ATG™ refers to the All-Terrain Grade computer designed by your computer. A copy of time (years) during which the...
...- The length of the faster interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. Bluetooth® wireless technology - 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. Specifies the order of ...understand what effect these settings have on a floppy, CD, DVD, or hard drive. B backup - ASF - alert standards format - Dell™ ATG™ refers to the All-Terrain Grade computer designed by your computer. A copy of time (years) during which the...
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...124 storing, 44 battery-bay latch release, 24 blanks ExpressCards, 65 removing, 66, 68 Bluetooth wireless technology card device status light, 19 installing, 127 boot sequence, 164 brightness adjusting, 33 C ...stops responding, 91 conflicts software and hardware incompatibilities, 102 connecting audio device, 50 Mobile Broadband network, 74 TV, 50 WLAN, 70 copying CDs general information, 46 helpful tips, 47 how ... information, 46 helpful tips, 47 how to, 46 D Dell contacting, 133, 168 support policy, 167 support site, 13 Dell Diagnostics about, 79 starting from the Drivers and Utilities CD,...
...124 storing, 44 battery-bay latch release, 24 blanks ExpressCards, 65 removing, 66, 68 Bluetooth wireless technology card device status light, 19 installing, 127 boot sequence, 164 brightness adjusting, 33 C ...stops responding, 91 conflicts software and hardware incompatibilities, 102 connecting audio device, 50 Mobile Broadband network, 74 TV, 50 WLAN, 70 copying CDs general information, 46 helpful tips, 47 how ... information, 46 helpful tips, 47 how to, 46 D Dell contacting, 133, 168 support policy, 167 support site, 13 Dell Diagnostics about, 79 starting from the Drivers and Utilities CD,...