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Charging the Battery 33 Replacing the Battery 33 Storing a Battery 34 5 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric Keypad 35 Key Combinations 35 System Functions 35 Battery 36 Optical Drive Tray 36 Display Functions 36 Power Management 36 Speaker ...
Charging the Battery 33 Replacing the Battery 33 Storing a Battery 34 5 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric Keypad 35 Key Combinations 35 System Functions 35 Battery 36 Optical Drive Tray 36 Display Functions 36 Power Management 36 Speaker ...
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... Stolen 66 10 Cleaning Your Computer Computer, Keyboard, and Display 69 Touch Pad 69 Floppy Drive 69 Optical Disks 70 11 Troubleshooting Dell Technical Update Service 71 Dell Diagnostics 71 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 71 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive 71 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities media...
... Stolen 66 10 Cleaning Your Computer Computer, Keyboard, and Display 69 Touch Pad 69 Floppy Drive 69 Optical Disks 70 11 Troubleshooting Dell Technical Update Service 71 Dell Diagnostics 71 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 71 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive 71 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities media...
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... Icon 74 Double-Clicking the Dell Support Icon 75 Drive Problems 75 Optical drive problems 76 Hard drive problems 76 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 77 Error Messages 78 IEEE 1394 Device Problems 81 Keyboard Problems 81 External Keyboard problems 82 Unexpected characters 82 Lockups and Software Problems 82 The computer does not...
... Icon 74 Double-Clicking the Dell Support Icon 75 Drive Problems 75 Optical drive problems 76 Hard drive problems 76 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 77 Error Messages 78 IEEE 1394 Device Problems 81 Keyboard Problems 81 External Keyboard problems 82 Unexpected characters 82 Lockups and Software Problems 82 The computer does not...
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Keyboard 110 Hinge Cover 112 Mini-Cards 113 Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Cards 113 Mobile Broadband (WWAN) Cards 115 Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) Card 117 Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 117 Coin-Cell Battery 118 15 Dell™ QuickSet 16 Traveling With Your Computer Identifying Your Computer 123 Packing the... Order-Status Service 127 Problems With Your Order 127 Product Information 127 Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit 127 Before You Call 128 Contacting Dell 128 Contents 9
Keyboard 110 Hinge Cover 112 Mini-Cards 113 Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Cards 113 Mobile Broadband (WWAN) Cards 115 Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) Card 117 Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 117 Coin-Cell Battery 118 15 Dell™ QuickSet 16 Traveling With Your Computer Identifying Your Computer 123 Packing the... Order-Status Service 127 Problems With Your Order 127 Product Information 127 Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit 127 Before You Call 128 Contacting Dell 128 Contents 9
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... critically low. For more information. 16 About Your Computer NOTICE: To avoid loss of a mouse. 1 display latch 2 display 4 touch pad 5 touch pad buttons 7 track stick 8 keyboard 10 keyboard and network status 11 ambient light sensor lights 3 device status lights 6 track stick buttons 9 speakers D I S P L A Y - Turns on page 41. light operates as follows: If...
... critically low. For more information. 16 About Your Computer NOTICE: To avoid loss of a mouse. 1 display latch 2 display 4 touch pad 5 touch pad buttons 7 track stick 8 keyboard 10 keyboard and network status 11 ambient light sensor lights 3 device status lights 6 track stick buttons 9 speakers D I S P L A Y - Turns on page 41. light operates as follows: If...
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.... See "Touch Pad" on page 35. KE Y BOA RD - For information on supported keyboard shortcuts, see "Key Combinations" on when the numeric keypad is enabled. KEYBOARD AND NETWORK STATUS LIGHTS The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following: A Turns on page 37 for more information. T O U C H P A D B U T T...functionality of a mouse. For more information, see "Key Combinations" on page 37 for more information. About Your Computer 17 The keyboard includes a numeric keypad as well as the Windows logo key. See "Touch Pad" on when the scroll lock function is ...
.... See "Touch Pad" on page 35. KE Y BOA RD - For information on supported keyboard shortcuts, see "Key Combinations" on when the numeric keypad is enabled. KEYBOARD AND NETWORK STATUS LIGHTS The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following: A Turns on page 37 for more information. T O U C H P A D B U T T...functionality of a mouse. For more information, see "Key Combinations" on page 37 for more information. About Your Computer 17 The keyboard includes a numeric keypad as well as the Windows logo key. See "Touch Pad" on when the scroll lock function is ...
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For information on or off. USB CONNECTORS Connect a USB device, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. VIDEO CONNECTOR Connects an external monitor. You can connect the AC adapter with your computer. NOTICE: When you follow the angle of the .... MODEM CONNECTOR (RJ-11) Connect the telephone line to the DC power required by the computer. POWERED USB CONNECTOR Connect a USB device, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. When you wrap the AC adapter cable, ensure that you disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp the connector, not the...
For information on or off. USB CONNECTORS Connect a USB device, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. VIDEO CONNECTOR Connects an external monitor. You can connect the AC adapter with your computer. NOTICE: When you follow the angle of the .... MODEM CONNECTOR (RJ-11) Connect the telephone line to the DC power required by the computer. POWERED USB CONNECTOR Connect a USB device, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. When you wrap the AC adapter cable, ensure that you disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp the connector, not the...
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5 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric Keypad numeric keypad The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on the right of the keypad keys. The 9 light indicates that the keypad is active. • To disable the keypad, press again. The keypad numbers and symbols are marked in blue on an external keyboard. Each key on the keypad has multiple functions. Key Combinations System Functions Opens the Task Manager window. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 35 To type a number or symbol, hold down and press the desired key. • To enable the keypad, press .
5 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric Keypad numeric keypad The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on the right of the keypad keys. The 9 light indicates that the keypad is active. • To disable the keypad, press again. The keypad numbers and symbols are marked in blue on an external keyboard. Each key on the keypad has multiple functions. Key Combinations System Functions Opens the Task Manager window. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 35 To type a number or symbol, hold down and press the desired key. • To enable the keypad, press .
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... speakers, if attached. 36 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad You can reprogram this keyboard shortcut to the next display option. Decreases the volume of the display based on light level in the Power Options Properties window (see "Dell™ QuickSet" on page 121). Decreases...power management mode. The options include the integrated display, an external monitor, and both displays simultaneously. Increases the volume of the drive if Dell QuickSet is required (see "Power Management Modes" on page 31). Puts the computer into hibernate mode. Switches the video image to activate...
... speakers, if attached. 36 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad You can reprogram this keyboard shortcut to the next display option. Decreases the volume of the display based on light level in the Power Options Properties window (see "Dell™ QuickSet" on page 121). Decreases...power management mode. The options include the integrated display, an external monitor, and both displays simultaneously. Increases the volume of the drive if Dell QuickSet is required (see "Power Management Modes" on page 31). Puts the computer into hibernate mode. Switches the video image to activate...
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... (if the computer is connected to restore minimized windows following the use of your finger to allow you would use a mouse. To adjust keyboard operation, such as you to move the cursor on page 13. To access the Help and Support Center, see the Windows Help and Support...174; Windows® Logo Key Functions Windows logo key and Minimizes all open the Control Panel, click Printers and Other Hardware, and click Keyboard. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 37 For information about the Control Panel, see "Windows Help and Support Center" on the display. Enables and disables the ...
... (if the computer is connected to restore minimized windows following the use of your finger to allow you would use a mouse. To adjust keyboard operation, such as you to move the cursor on page 13. To access the Help and Support Center, see the Windows Help and Support...174; Windows® Logo Key Functions Windows logo key and Minimizes all open the Control Panel, click Printers and Other Hardware, and click Keyboard. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 37 For information about the Control Panel, see "Windows Help and Support Center" on the display. Enables and disables the ...
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.... • To double-click an object, position the cursor on the object and tap twice on the touch pad or use a mouse. 38 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad On the second tap, leave your finger on the touch pad and move the selected object by sliding your thumb to change...
.... • To double-click an object, position the cursor on the object and tap twice on the touch pad or use a mouse. 38 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad On the second tap, leave your finger on the touch pad and move the selected object by sliding your thumb to change...
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Changing the Track Stick Cap You can purchase additional caps by visiting the Dell website at dell.com. You can replace your computer. To access the Help and Support Center, see "Security Management Software" on page 64. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 39 For information on how to activate and use the Mouse...
Changing the Track Stick Cap You can purchase additional caps by visiting the Dell website at dell.com. You can replace your computer. To access the Help and Support Center, see "Security Management Software" on page 64. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 39 For information on how to activate and use the Mouse...
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NOTICE: The track stick can damage the display if it is not properly seated on the post. 3 Test the track stick to ensure that the cap is seated properly. 40 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 1 Pull the cap off the track stick. 2 Align the new cap over the square track-stick post and gently press the cap down onto the post.
NOTICE: The track stick can damage the display if it is not properly seated on the post. 3 Test the track stick to ensure that the cap is seated properly. 40 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 1 Pull the cap off the track stick. 2 Align the new cap over the square track-stick post and gently press the cap down onto the post.
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...to decrease brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external monitor). NOTE: Brightness key combinations only affect the display on the keyboard. Making Images and Text Look Bigger or Sharper on the Screen: Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate NOTE: If you change the display... level, the Brightness Meter may appear on either the computer display or the external device. 6 Using the Display Adjusting Brightness When a Dell™ computer is connected to an external monitor and you try to change the resolution to one not supported by pressing and the up...
...to decrease brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external monitor). NOTE: Brightness key combinations only affect the display on the keyboard. Making Images and Text Look Bigger or Sharper on the Screen: Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate NOTE: If you change the display... level, the Brightness Meter may appear on either the computer display or the external device. 6 Using the Display Adjusting Brightness When a Dell™ computer is connected to an external monitor and you try to change the resolution to one not supported by pressing and the up...
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...the computer and from between the keys on page 33). 4 Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with water and wipe the computer and keyboard. Floppy Drive NOTICE: Do not attempt to remove contaminants that are included with the product. • Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth... designed for cleaning displays, and follow the safety instructions in this section, follow the instructions that accumulate during normal operation. Computer, Keyboard, and Display CAUTION: Before you begin any installed batteries. Only use liquid or aerosol cleaners, which prevents the drive from the ...
...the computer and from between the keys on page 33). 4 Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with water and wipe the computer and keyboard. Floppy Drive NOTICE: Do not attempt to remove contaminants that are included with the product. • Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth... designed for cleaning displays, and follow the safety instructions in this section, follow the instructions that accumulate during normal operation. Computer, Keyboard, and Display CAUTION: Before you begin any installed batteries. Only use liquid or aerosol cleaners, which prevents the drive from the ...
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... and press . 5 Type 1 to start the CD menu and press to proceed. 6 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc. • During the assessment, answer any key to start -up, the computer... boots according to wait until you want to run . Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately....
... and press . 5 Type 1 to start the CD menu and press to proceed. 6 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc. • During the assessment, answer any key to start -up, the computer... boots according to wait until you want to run . Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately....
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... faulty or improperly seated. The system configuration information does not match the hardware configuration. Run the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 71). Run the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 71). Reinstall the memory modules and, if necessary, replace them . If the error...
... faulty or improperly seated. The system configuration information does not match the hardware configuration. Run the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 71). Run the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 71). Reinstall the memory modules and, if necessary, replace them . If the error...
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... of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on the computer, click Continue; Run the System Memory tests and the Keyboard Controller test in the Product Information Guide. Insert a disk into the ... continue the desired action. If the device was provided by Dell, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 71). T H E D E V I C E I B L E . The battery is listed, Windows recognizes the device. NOTE: Use the integrated keyboard when running out of the procedures in this section, follow ...
... of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on the computer, click Continue; Run the System Memory tests and the Keyboard Controller test in the Product Information Guide. Insert a disk into the ... continue the desired action. If the device was provided by Dell, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 71). T H E D E V I C E I B L E . The battery is listed, Windows recognizes the device. NOTE: Use the integrated keyboard when running out of the procedures in this section, follow ...
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... numeric keypad if numbers are displayed instead of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 128). Shut down the computer. 2 Disconnect the external keyboard. 3 Turn on the computer. 4 From the Windows desktop, click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ Notepad. 5 Type...
... numeric keypad if numbers are displayed instead of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 128). Shut down the computer. 2 Disconnect the external keyboard. 3 Turn on the computer. 4 From the Windows desktop, click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ Notepad. 5 Type...
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... FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • Ensure that the program is compatible with the operating system installed on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for information. • Ensure that the program ... to non-Windows XP operating system environments. 1 Click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ Program Compatibility Wizard→ Next. 2 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 O G R A M C O M P A T I B...
... FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • Ensure that the program is compatible with the operating system installed on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for information. • Ensure that the program ... to non-Windows XP operating system environments. 1 Click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ Program Compatibility Wizard→ Next. 2 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 O G R A M C O M P A T I B...