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Drivers 99 What Is a Driver 99 Identifying Drivers 100 Reinstalling Drivers 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...
Drivers 99 What Is a Driver 99 Identifying Drivers 100 Reinstalling Drivers 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...
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... System CD is already installed on your computer. To reinstall your operating system, use it to an earlier operating state without affecting data files. • Dell PC Restore - Dell PC Restore may not ship with your computer, you ordered. The operating system is optional and may not ship with your operating system...
... System CD is already installed on your computer. To reinstall your operating system, use it to an earlier operating state without affecting data files. • Dell PC Restore - Dell PC Restore may not ship with your computer, you ordered. The operating system is optional and may not ship with your operating system...
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...Windows logo key and Minimizes all open the Control Panel, click Printers and Other Hardware, and click Keyboard. Windows logo key and Restores all windows previously minimized with the use other shortcut keys for functions such as a toggle to a network). Windows logo key and ...information about the Control Panel, see "Windows Help and Support Center" on page 13. QuickSet Key Combinations If QuickSet is connected to restore (maximize) all minimized windows. To access the Help and Support Center, see the Windows Help and Support Center. Using the Keyboard and...
...Windows logo key and Minimizes all open the Control Panel, click Printers and Other Hardware, and click Keyboard. Windows logo key and Restores all windows previously minimized with the use other shortcut keys for functions such as a toggle to a network). Windows logo key and ...information about the Control Panel, see "Windows Help and Support Center" on page 13. QuickSet Key Combinations If QuickSet is connected to restore (maximize) all minimized windows. To access the Help and Support Center, see the Windows Help and Support Center. Using the Keyboard and...
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..., properly seated, and partitioned as a boot device. A REQUIRED .DLL FILE WAS NOT FOUND - You may be malfunctioning. To access the Help and Support Center, see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 79). A chip on the hard drive. TIME-OF-DAY CLOCK LOST POWER - Then immediately exit the program. N O T E N O U G H M E... E X P E C T I N G V A L U E - Reinstall the memory modules and, if necessary, replace them (see "Memory" on page 13. See "Contacting Dell" on page 114). Connect your boot device, ensure that you want to restore the data by entering the system setup program.
..., properly seated, and partitioned as a boot device. A REQUIRED .DLL FILE WAS NOT FOUND - You may be malfunctioning. To access the Help and Support Center, see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 79). A chip on the hard drive. TIME-OF-DAY CLOCK LOST POWER - Then immediately exit the program. N O T E N O U G H M E... E X P E C T I N G V A L U E - Reinstall the memory modules and, if necessary, replace them (see "Memory" on page 13. See "Contacting Dell" on page 114). Connect your boot device, ensure that you want to restore the data by entering the system setup program.
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...return your computer to display the files associated with your computer. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore (see the appropriate instructions in the toolbar, select your computer. 5 After the CD completes the hardware scan, you can also detect ...The CD automatically scans your hardware to begin installing the driver or utility. For installation instructions, either see "Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore" on the driver information window to the operating state that you want to install. 7 Click the Install button (if present) to ...
...return your computer to display the files associated with your computer. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore (see the appropriate instructions in the toolbar, select your computer. 5 After the CD completes the hardware scan, you can also detect ...The CD automatically scans your hardware to begin installing the driver or utility. For installation instructions, either see "Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore" on the driver information window to the operating state that you want to install. 7 Click the Install button (if present) to ...
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... device for which you are installing the driver (for example, Modems or Infrared devices). 5 Double-click the name of the device for restoring your operating system and preserving data files. To start the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2... Software and Hardware Incompatibilities If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly configured, you can restore your operating system in the Search Results list. 4 In the Hardware Troubleshooter list, click I need to resolve a hardware conflict on my...
... device for which you are installing the driver (for example, Modems or Infrared devices). 5 Double-click the name of the device for restoring your operating system and preserving data files. To start the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2... Software and Hardware Incompatibilities If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly configured, you can restore your operating system in the Search Results list. 4 In the Hardware Troubleshooter list, click I need to resolve a hardware conflict on my...
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...you purchased the computer. However, using System Restore. • Dell PC Restore by Symantec" on page 104. • If you received an Operating System CD with available restore points appear in an undesirable operating state. Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all data on using the ...Operating System CD also deletes all data on the screen. Creating a Restore Point 1 Click the Start button and click ...
...you purchased the computer. However, using System Restore. • Dell PC Restore by Symantec" on page 104. • If you received an Operating System CD with available restore points appear in an undesirable operating state. Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all data on using the ...Operating System CD also deletes all data on the screen. Creating a Restore Point 1 Click the Start button and click ...
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... 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click the System Restore tab. 5 Ensure that you can either repeat the steps using a different restore point, or you prefer. 5 Click Next. NOTE: Dell PC Restore by Symantec may not be available in when you received your hard drive ...to restore your operating system problem. To change the restore point, you can undo the restoration. If possible, back up all data before using PC Restore. 104 Solving Problems Use Dell PC Restore by Symantec NOTICE: Using Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all open ...
... 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click the System Restore tab. 5 Ensure that you can either repeat the steps using a different restore point, or you prefer. 5 Click Next. NOTE: Dell PC Restore by Symantec may not be available in when you received your hard drive ...to restore your operating system problem. To change the restore point, you can undo the restoration. If possible, back up all data before using PC Restore. 104 Solving Problems Use Dell PC Restore by Symantec NOTICE: Using Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all open ...
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... to the operating state it to restore your computer's operating system. It is restored to its original state. The restore process takes approximately 6-10 minutes to complete. 5 When prompted, click Finish to restore your computer. Removing Dell PC Restore NOTICE: Removing Dell PC Restore from the hard drive permanently deletes the PC Restore utility from your computer, even to...
... to the operating state it to restore your computer's operating system. It is restored to its original state. The restore process takes approximately 6-10 minutes to complete. 5 When prompted, click Finish to restore your computer. Removing Dell PC Restore NOTICE: Removing Dell PC Restore from the hard drive permanently deletes the PC Restore utility from your computer, even to...
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...NOTICE: The Operating System CD provides options for Free Space. 7 Click Finish to the free space allocation on page 103. The PC Restore partition is deleted and the newly available disk space is available as administrator. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then ...additional disk space is added to close the PC Restore Removal window. 8 Restart the computer. NOTE: If you installed the new device driver. To reinstall Windows XP, you need the following items: • Dell™ Operating System CD • Dell Drivers and Utilities CD NOTE: The Drivers and...
...NOTICE: The Operating System CD provides options for Free Space. 7 Click Finish to the free space allocation on page 103. The PC Restore partition is deleted and the newly available disk space is available as administrator. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then ...additional disk space is added to close the PC Restore Removal window. 8 Restart the computer. NOTE: If you installed the new device driver. To reinstall Windows XP, you need the following items: • Dell™ Operating System CD • Dell Drivers and Utilities CD NOTE: The Drivers and...
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.... NOTE: If you are extremely fragile; even a slight bump can damage the drive. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from a source other than Dell, you begin any of the hard drive. See "Restoring Your Operating System" on page 102 and "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 109... computer (see "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 100. 112 Adding and Replacing Parts NOTICE: Hard drives are installing a hard drive from sources other than Dell.
.... NOTE: If you are extremely fragile; even a slight bump can damage the drive. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from a source other than Dell, you begin any of the hard drive. See "Restoring Your Operating System" on page 102 and "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 109... computer (see "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 100. 112 Adding and Replacing Parts NOTICE: Hard drives are installing a hard drive from sources other than Dell.
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See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in protective antistatic packaging. Save the original packaging for your computer. See "Restoring Your Operating System" on page 100. To replace the hard drive in the hard drive bay: 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page ...
See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in protective antistatic packaging. Save the original packaging for your computer. See "Restoring Your Operating System" on page 100. To replace the hard drive in the hard drive bay: 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page ...
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...order is clean and any fingerprints are included with the product. • Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with water, and wipe it is restored. Do not allow water from the cloth to remove any dirt or lint from the display. If you wait too long and the Windows logo.... 3 Turn on page 109. 2 Disconnect any attached devices from the computer and from their electrical outlets. 3 Remove any installed batteries. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Then shut down and turn off your computer with a soft cloth dampened with water and wipe the computer and keyboard. Wipe...
...order is clean and any fingerprints are included with the product. • Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with water, and wipe it is restored. Do not allow water from the cloth to remove any dirt or lint from the display. If you wait too long and the Windows logo.... 3 Turn on page 109. 2 Disconnect any attached devices from the computer and from their electrical outlets. 3 Remove any installed batteries. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Then shut down and turn off your computer with a soft cloth dampened with water and wipe the computer and keyboard. Wipe...
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...provided pursuant to use compressed air to the outer edge of the computer and all nonstandard, thirdparty hardware components integrated through Dell Software and Peripherals, Readyware, and Custom Factory Integration2. 1 Repair services are covered by its outer edge. In addition ...in the troubleshooting process and provides for third-party software and peripherals is available at support.dell.com. Support for restoration of the computer's service contract. 166 Appendix Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Clean your CDs or DVDs, try using a commercially available cleaning ...
...provided pursuant to use compressed air to the outer edge of the computer and all nonstandard, thirdparty hardware components integrated through Dell Software and Peripherals, Readyware, and Custom Factory Integration2. 1 Repair services are covered by its outer edge. In addition ...in the troubleshooting process and provides for third-party software and peripherals is available at support.dell.com. Support for restoration of the computer's service contract. 166 Appendix Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Clean your CDs or DVDs, try using a commercially available cleaning ...
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... that is associated with a specific device (such as a serial connector, parallel connector, or expansion slot) and allows the processor to the hard drive is automatically restored. A command requiring you to transfer data between computers connected to components that the device can share the same IRQ assignment, you with a particular program, such...
... that is associated with a specific device (such as a serial connector, parallel connector, or expansion slot) and allows the processor to the hard drive is automatically restored. A command requiring you to transfer data between computers connected to components that the device can share the same IRQ assignment, you with a particular program, such...
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...46 operating system, 14 playing, 45 Check Disk, 84 cleaning touch pad, 165 coin-cell battery replacing, 124 computer crashes, 91 protecting, 78 restore to previous operating state, 103 slow performance, 85, 92 specifications, 155 stops responding, 91 conflicts software and hardware incompatibilities, 102 connecting audio device... tips, 47 how to, 46 copying DVDs general 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, 80 starting from your hard drive, 79 Index 181...
...46 operating system, 14 playing, 45 Check Disk, 84 cleaning touch pad, 165 coin-cell battery replacing, 124 computer crashes, 91 protecting, 78 restore to previous operating state, 103 slow performance, 85, 92 specifications, 155 stops responding, 91 conflicts software and hardware incompatibilities, 102 connecting audio device... tips, 47 how to, 46 copying DVDs general 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, 80 starting from your hard drive, 79 Index 181...
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... keyboard status lights description, 19 keypad numeric, 35 L labels Microsoft Windows, 12 Service Tag, 12 lost computer, 78 M media control buttons Dell MediaDirect button, 18, 49 description, 18 play/pause/Dell MediaDirect, 18 media memory cards blanks, 68 CardBus technology, 67 installing, 67 reader, 21 removing, 68 slots, 67 types, 67 memory... CD, 14 reinstalling, 14 reinstalling Windows XP, 103 optical drive description, 21 optical-drive-tray eject button description, 21 P passwords about, 77 forgetting, 78 PC Restore, 104 playing CDs, 45 playing DVDs, 45 Index 183
... keyboard status lights description, 19 keypad numeric, 35 L labels Microsoft Windows, 12 Service Tag, 12 lost computer, 78 M media control buttons Dell MediaDirect button, 18, 49 description, 18 play/pause/Dell MediaDirect, 18 media memory cards blanks, 68 CardBus technology, 67 installing, 67 reader, 21 removing, 68 slots, 67 types, 67 memory... CD, 14 reinstalling, 14 reinstalling Windows XP, 103 optical drive description, 21 optical-drive-tray eject button description, 21 P passwords about, 77 forgetting, 78 PC Restore, 104 playing CDs, 45 playing DVDs, 45 Index 183
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...83 CD-RW drive, 83 computer crashes, 91 computer does not start up, 91 computer stops responding, 91 conflicts, 102 Dell Diagnostics, 79 Dell MediaDirect, 92 drives, 83 DVD drive, 83 error messages, 85 hard drive, 84 IEEE 1394 connector, 89 keyboard, ...90 lockups, 91 network, 93 power, 94 power light conditions, 94 printer, 95 program crashes repeatedly, 91 program stops responding, 91 programs and Windows compatibility, 91 restore computer to previous operating state, 103 restore...
...83 CD-RW drive, 83 computer crashes, 91 computer does not start up, 91 computer stops responding, 91 conflicts, 102 Dell Diagnostics, 79 Dell MediaDirect, 92 drives, 83 DVD drive, 83 error messages, 85 hard drive, 84 IEEE 1394 connector, 89 keyboard, ...90 lockups, 91 network, 93 power, 94 power light conditions, 94 printer, 95 program crashes repeatedly, 91 program stops responding, 91 programs and Windows compatibility, 91 restore computer to previous operating state, 103 restore...
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... Wizard, 91 WLAN, 69 installing Mini-Card, 121 Index 185 stolen computer, 78 support contacting Dell, 133, 168 policy, 167 support website, 13 S-video TV-out connector description, 23 System Restore, 102-103 system setup program commonly used options, 164 screens, 163 viewing, 163 T taskbar..., 26 traveling with the computer by air, 132 identification tag, 131 packing, 131 tips, 132 troubleshooting conflicts, 102 Dell Diagnostics, 79 Hardware Troubleshooter, 102 Help and Support Center, 13 restore computer to previous operating state, 102-103 TV connecting, 50 U uninterruptible power supply.
... Wizard, 91 WLAN, 69 installing Mini-Card, 121 Index 185 stolen computer, 78 support contacting Dell, 133, 168 policy, 167 support website, 13 S-video TV-out connector description, 23 System Restore, 102-103 system setup program commonly used options, 164 screens, 163 viewing, 163 T taskbar..., 26 traveling with the computer by air, 132 identification tag, 131 packing, 131 tips, 132 troubleshooting conflicts, 102 Dell Diagnostics, 79 Hardware Troubleshooter, 102 Help and Support Center, 13 restore computer to previous operating state, 102-103 TV connecting, 50 U uninterruptible power supply.