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Dell Support Center 285 Solving Problems 287 Battery Problems 287 Drive Problems 287 Optical Drive Problems 288 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems . . . . . 289 Error Messages 290 ... Problems 295 Network Problems 296 Power Problems 296 Printer Problems 298 Scanner Problems 299 Sound and Speaker Problems 299 Touch Pad or Mouse Problems for Laptop Computers 301 Video and Monitor Problems 302 Power Lights 304 Dell Technical Update Service 305 21 System Setup 307 Viewing System Settings With the System Setup...
Dell Support Center 285 Solving Problems 287 Battery Problems 287 Drive Problems 287 Optical Drive Problems 288 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems . . . . . 289 Error Messages 290 ... Problems 295 Network Problems 296 Power Problems 296 Printer Problems 298 Scanner Problems 299 Sound and Speaker Problems 299 Touch Pad or Mouse Problems for Laptop Computers 301 Video and Monitor Problems 302 Power Lights 304 Dell Technical Update Service 305 21 System Setup 307 Viewing System Settings With the System Setup...
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.... 56 Monitors and Displays DisplayPort™ - Detailed information about the benefits of "direct drive" digital monitors, resulting in or external speakers, microphone, and camera. •Better performance than dual link DVI (10.6 Gbps vs. 9.6 Gbps) •High-bandwidth audio....SLI and ATI Crossfire Technologies In some graphics configurations, two or more information, see www.displayport.org. Features and Benefits Dell, in collaboration with built-in the most efficient means possible for connectivity between high definition content applications such as WQXGA (2048x1536...
.... 56 Monitors and Displays DisplayPort™ - Detailed information about the benefits of "direct drive" digital monitors, resulting in or external speakers, microphone, and camera. •Better performance than dual link DVI (10.6 Gbps vs. 9.6 Gbps) •High-bandwidth audio....SLI and ATI Crossfire Technologies In some graphics configurations, two or more information, see www.displayport.org. Features and Benefits Dell, in collaboration with built-in the most efficient means possible for connectivity between high definition content applications such as WQXGA (2048x1536...
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...setup. 1 Click the microphone icon, select Device: Rear Speakers, and plug your rear speaker cable to the audio in/microphone connector. 2 Click the middle headphone icon, select Device: Center/LFE Speaker, and plug your center/woofer speaker cable to the middle audio out/headphone connector. 3 ...Click the right headphone icon, select Device: Front Speaker, and plug your front speaker cable to the number of audio channels in most surround...
...setup. 1 Click the microphone icon, select Device: Rear Speakers, and plug your rear speaker cable to the audio in/microphone connector. 2 Click the middle headphone icon, select Device: Center/LFE Speaker, and plug your center/woofer speaker cable to the middle audio out/headphone connector. 3 ...Click the right headphone icon, select Device: Front Speaker, and plug your front speaker cable to the number of audio channels in most surround...
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... the DVD begins playing, click the stop button. 3 Click Settings→ DVD→ DVD Audio Setting. 4 Click the arrows beside the Speaker Configuration setting to scroll through the options, and click Headphones. 5 Click the arrows beside the Audio listening mode setting to scroll through the options... the DVD player for your computer has a DVD drive. 3 Click Settings→ DVD→ DVD Audio Setting. 4 Click the arrows beside the Speaker Configuration setting to scroll through the options, and select the SPDIF option. 5 Click the Back button once, and then click the Back button again to...
... the DVD begins playing, click the stop button. 3 Click Settings→ DVD→ DVD Audio Setting. 4 Click the arrows beside the Speaker Configuration setting to scroll through the options, and click Headphones. 5 Click the arrows beside the Audio listening mode setting to scroll through the options... the DVD player for your computer has a DVD drive. 3 Click Settings→ DVD→ DVD Audio Setting. 4 Click the arrows beside the Speaker Configuration setting to scroll through the options, and select the SPDIF option. 5 Click the Back button once, and then click the Back button again to...
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... connections. Connector Description/Function An S-video connector allows you connect your TV. You may be equipped with your computer and your computer to a TV and speakers, you need to navigate through a great deal of information in order to understand the possible selections for the connections • The types of tasks you...
... connections. Connector Description/Function An S-video connector allows you connect your TV. You may be equipped with your computer and your computer to a TV and speakers, you need to navigate through a great deal of information in order to understand the possible selections for the connections • The types of tasks you...
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... types of connections. To connect your computer. S-video cables generally transmit video only. See the documentation that came with your computer's speakers. You can also use this connector for speaker connections. HINT: DON'T FORGET THE AUDIO: Connect an audio cable if you will need to link the selected computer video output port... Connectors on anything other than your TV. A headphone/line-in connector allows you to connect headphones to your computer to a TV, you to connect to speakers.
... types of connections. To connect your computer. S-video cables generally transmit video only. See the documentation that came with your computer's speakers. You can also use this connector for speaker connections. HINT: DON'T FORGET THE AUDIO: Connect an audio cable if you will need to link the selected computer video output port... Connectors on anything other than your TV. A headphone/line-in connector allows you to connect headphones to your computer to a TV, you to connect to speakers.
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... MEDIA IS COMPLETELY IN THE SLOT R U N T H E D E L L D I A G N O S T I C S - See "Windows Hardware Troubleshooter" on page 281. See "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 280. C H E C K T H E S P E A K E R S A N D S U B W O O F E R - Problems Writing to the optical. ADJUST THE WINDOWS VOLUME CONTROL - • Click the speaker icon in the lower-right corner of different regions worldwide and different disc formats, not all DVD...
... MEDIA IS COMPLETELY IN THE SLOT R U N T H E D E L L D I A G N O S T I C S - See "Windows Hardware Troubleshooter" on page 281. See "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 280. C H E C K T H E S P E A K E R S A N D S U B W O O F E R - Problems Writing to the optical. ADJUST THE WINDOWS VOLUME CONTROL - • Click the speaker icon in the lower-right corner of different regions worldwide and different disc formats, not all DVD...
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...Scanners and Cameras. 2 If the scanner is listed, Windows recognizes the scanner. Sound and Speaker Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions... the scanner cables are securely connected to the scanner and the computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTE: If you need technical assistance for setup and troubleshooting information. R E I N S T A L L T H E S C A N N E R D R I O N - C H E C K T H E S C A N N E R D O...
...Scanners and Cameras. 2 If the scanner is listed, Windows recognizes the scanner. Sound and Speaker Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions... the scanner cables are securely connected to the scanner and the computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTE: If you need technical assistance for setup and troubleshooting information. R E I N S T A L L T H E S C A N N E R D R I O N - C H E C K T H E S C A N N E R D O...
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... on the media player(s) has not been turned down or off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, or halogen lamps to ensure that the speakers are connected as a lamp. RUN THE SPEAKER DIAGNOSTICS R E I N S T A L L T H E S O U N D D R I C A L O U T L E T - C H E C K T H E S P E A K E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - If you purchased a sound card, ensure that the sound is automatically disabled when headphones are connected to the computer's front-panel...
... on the media player(s) has not been turned down or off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, or halogen lamps to ensure that the speakers are connected as a lamp. RUN THE SPEAKER DIAGNOSTICS R E I N S T A L L T H E S O U N D D R I C A L O U T L E T - C H E C K T H E S P E A K E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - If you purchased a sound card, ensure that the sound is automatically disabled when headphones are connected to the computer's front-panel...
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... the headphone connector (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 79. Click or double-click the speaker icon in the lower-right corner of ...the touch pad or mouse buttons, run the Mouse test in the Pointing Devices test group in the Dell Diagnostics (see the documentation shipped with your screen. C H E C K T H E M O U S E C A B L E - A D J U S T T H E W I O N - TE S T T H E M O U S E C O N T R O L L E R - Troubleshooting 301 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...
... the headphone connector (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 79. Click or double-click the speaker icon in the lower-right corner of ...the touch pad or mouse buttons, run the Mouse test in the Pointing Devices test group in the Dell Diagnostics (see the documentation shipped with your screen. C H E C K T H E M O U S E C A B L E - A D J U S T T H E W I O N - TE S T T H E M O U S E C O N T R O L L E R - Troubleshooting 301 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...
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... TO ELIMINATE SUNLIGHT GLARE AND POSSIBLE INTERFERENCE ADJUST THE WINDOWS DISPLAY SETTINGS - C H E C K T H E M O N I T O R S E T T I G H T S - Ensure that the subwoofer is Readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR - 1 Shut down your speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the power cable for the graphics card(s) is poor Windows XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Appearance and Themes...
... TO ELIMINATE SUNLIGHT GLARE AND POSSIBLE INTERFERENCE ADJUST THE WINDOWS DISPLAY SETTINGS - C H E C K T H E M O N I T O R S E T T I G H T S - Ensure that the subwoofer is Readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR - 1 Shut down your speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the power cable for the graphics card(s) is poor Windows XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Appearance and Themes...
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...card, use the connector on the card. 2 lineout/ headphone Use the (green) line-out connector to attach connector headphones and speakers with integrated amplifiers. 3 microphone connector Use the (pink) microphone connector to attach a personal computer microphone for voice or musical input...surround connector to sound connector attach additional speakers. 5 rear surround out Use the (black) surround sound connector to attach multichannel-capable speakers. 6 center/LFE surround out Use the (orange) subwoofer connector to the main speakers in digital surround sound audio schemes, ...
...card, use the connector on the card. 2 lineout/ headphone Use the (green) line-out connector to attach connector headphones and speakers with integrated amplifiers. 3 microphone connector Use the (pink) microphone connector to attach a personal computer microphone for voice or musical input...surround connector to sound connector attach additional speakers. 5 rear surround out Use the (black) surround sound connector to attach multichannel-capable speakers. 6 center/LFE surround out Use the (orange) subwoofer connector to the main speakers in digital surround sound audio schemes, ...
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... cable used in combination with security software enhances network and computer security by enabling features such as a USB-compatible keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, set of speakers, printer, broadband devices (DSL and cable modems), imaging devices, or storage devices. A UPS keeps a computer running for your computer. 352 Small UPS systems provide battery...
... cable used in combination with security software enhances network and computer security by enabling features such as a USB-compatible keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, set of speakers, printer, broadband devices (DSL and cable modems), imaging devices, or storage devices. A UPS keeps a computer running for your computer. 352 Small UPS systems provide battery...
Setup Guide
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... "Brightness" control menu. Auto adjusts the display to a microphone or an audio cable for input. 7 Headphone or line-out connector - Connects to a powered speaker or sound system, use the line out connector on the following digital memory cards: • Secure Digital (SD) memory card • Secure Digital Input Output...-speed serial multimedia devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 6 Microphone or line-in -1 Media Card Reader - Using Your Inspiron One 1 Auto adjust button - Connects to the incoming video signal. 2 Brightness adjust button -
... "Brightness" control menu. Auto adjusts the display to a microphone or an audio cable for input. 7 Headphone or line-out connector - Connects to a powered speaker or sound system, use the line out connector on the following digital memory cards: • Secure Digital (SD) memory card • Secure Digital Input Output...-speed serial multimedia devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 6 Microphone or line-in -1 Media Card Reader - Using Your Inspiron One 1 Auto adjust button - Connects to the incoming video signal. 2 Brightness adjust button -
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Connects to a standard PS/2 mouse. 5 Line-out connector - Using Your Inspiron One 1 Power connector - Connects to a powered speaker or sound system. 6 PS/2 Keyboard connector - Connects to the connector indicate status and activity for wired network connection. 4 PS/2 Mouse connector - The two lights next ...
Connects to a standard PS/2 mouse. 5 Line-out connector - Using Your Inspiron One 1 Power connector - Connects to a powered speaker or sound system. 6 PS/2 Keyboard connector - Connects to the connector indicate status and activity for wired network connection. 4 PS/2 Mouse connector - The two lights next ...
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Basic Specifications Video Type Audio Type Display Type (active-matrix TFT) Maximum resolution Power Wattage Voltage Backup battery Intel X4500 Integrated speakers 18.5 inches, 16:9, WXGA 1366 x 768 130 W 100-240 VAC 3-V CR2032 lithium coin cell Physical Height Width Depth Weight (approximate) 386.39 mm (15.21 inches) 477.39 mm (18.79 inches) 103.98 mm (4.09 inches) 7.3 kg (16.1 lb) Computer Environment Temperature: Operating Storage 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) -40°C to 65°C (-40°F to 149°F) Relative humidity 10% to 90% (non-condensing) 66
Basic Specifications Video Type Audio Type Display Type (active-matrix TFT) Maximum resolution Power Wattage Voltage Backup battery Intel X4500 Integrated speakers 18.5 inches, 16:9, WXGA 1366 x 768 130 W 100-240 VAC 3-V CR2032 lithium coin cell Physical Height Width Depth Weight (approximate) 386.39 mm (15.21 inches) 477.39 mm (18.79 inches) 103.98 mm (4.09 inches) 7.3 kg (16.1 lb) Computer Environment Temperature: Operating Storage 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) -40°C to 65°C (-40°F to 149°F) Relative humidity 10% to 90% (non-condensing) 66