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... a TV 58 8 Using ExpressCards 59 ExpressCard Blanks 59 Installing an ExpressCard 60 Removing an ExpressCard or Blank 61 9 Using the Memory Card Reader 63 Memory Card Blanks 63 Installing a Memory Card 63 Removing a Memory Card or Blank 64 10 Setting Up and Using Networks 65 Connecting a Network or Broadband Modem Cable 65 Setting Up...
... a TV 58 8 Using ExpressCards 59 ExpressCard Blanks 59 Installing an ExpressCard 60 Removing an ExpressCard or Blank 61 9 Using the Memory Card Reader 63 Memory Card Blanks 63 Installing a Memory Card 63 Removing a Memory Card or Blank 64 10 Setting Up and Using Networks 65 Connecting a Network or Broadband Modem Cable 65 Setting Up...
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... crashes repeatedly 96 A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system 96 A solid blue screen appears 96 Dell MediaDirect problems 96 Other software problems 97 Memory Problems 98 Network Problems 99 Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN 99 Power Problems 100 Printer Problems 101 Scanner Problems 102...
... crashes repeatedly 96 A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system 96 A solid blue screen appears 96 Dell MediaDirect problems 96 Other software problems 97 Memory Problems 98 Network Problems 99 Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN 99 Power Problems 100 Printer Problems 101 Scanner Problems 102...
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Keyboard 125 Removing the Keyboard 125 Replacing the Keyboard 126 Memory 127 Removing the DIMM 1 Memory Module 127 Replacing the DIMM 1Memory Module 129 Removing the DIMM 2 Memory Module 130 Replacing the DIMM 2 Memory Module 132 Subscriber Identity Module 133 Wireless Mini Cards 134 Removing a WLAN Card 135 Replacing a WLAN Card 137 Removing a Mobile Broadband...
Keyboard 125 Removing the Keyboard 125 Replacing the Keyboard 126 Memory 127 Removing the DIMM 1 Memory Module 127 Replacing the DIMM 1Memory Module 129 Removing the DIMM 2 Memory Module 130 Replacing the DIMM 2 Memory Module 132 Subscriber Identity Module 133 Wireless Mini Cards 134 Removing a WLAN Card 135 Replacing a WLAN Card 137 Removing a Mobile Broadband...
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...and white papers To download Notebook System Software: • Downloads - other Dell customers • Upgrades - Upgrade information for Dell Notebook System Software. 3.5-inch USB floppy drives, Intel® NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface processors, optical drives, and USB may vary depending on ... Downloads providing critical updates for your Search, search for the keyword operating system and support for components, such as the memory, hard drive, and operating system • Customer Care - Certified drivers, patches, and software updates 1 Go to view the appropriate...
...and white papers To download Notebook System Software: • Downloads - other Dell customers • Upgrades - Upgrade information for Dell Notebook System Software. 3.5-inch USB floppy drives, Intel® NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface processors, optical drives, and USB may vary depending on ... Downloads providing critical updates for your Search, search for the keyword operating system and support for components, such as the memory, hard drive, and operating system • Customer Care - Certified drivers, patches, and software updates 1 Go to view the appropriate...
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Front View 12 3 14 13 4 12 5 6 11 10 1 camera indicator 3 display 5 keyboard 7 8-in-1 memory reader 9 audio connectors 11 touch pad 13 power button 26 About Your Computer 98 7 2 camera (optional) 4 media control buttons 6 fingerprint reader (optional) 8 microphone connector 10 touch pad buttons 12 media direct button 14 digital array microphones (optional)
Front View 12 3 14 13 4 12 5 6 11 10 1 camera indicator 3 display 5 keyboard 7 8-in-1 memory reader 9 audio connectors 11 touch pad 13 power button 26 About Your Computer 98 7 2 camera (optional) 4 media control buttons 6 fingerprint reader (optional) 8 microphone connector 10 touch pad buttons 12 media direct button 14 digital array microphones (optional)
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...). Control CD, DVD, Blu-ray Disc™ (BD), and Media Player playback. K E Y B O A R D - I C R O P H O N E S - Based on configuration selections you use the touch pad to launch Dell MediaDirect (see "Touch Pad" on a memory card. Press the power button to view and share digital photos, music, and videos stored on page 39). D I G I T A L A R R A Y M I N - 1 M E M O R Y C A R D R E A D E R - Built-in camera for...
...). Control CD, DVD, Blu-ray Disc™ (BD), and Media Player playback. K E Y B O A R D - I C R O P H O N E S - Based on configuration selections you use the touch pad to launch Dell MediaDirect (see "Touch Pad" on a memory card. Press the power button to view and share digital photos, music, and videos stored on page 39). D I G I T A L A R R A Y M I N - 1 M E M O R Y C A R D R E A D E R - Built-in camera for...
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... can use the computer without connecting the computer to an electrical outlet (see "Using a Battery" on page 117. Compartment that contains the DIMM 1 and DIMM 2 memory modules and the coin-cell battery. About Your Computer 35 Bottom View 1 2 3 5 4 1 battery 3 battery charge/health gauge 5 wireless mini card compartment 2 battery release latch 4 module...
... can use the computer without connecting the computer to an electrical outlet (see "Using a Battery" on page 117. Compartment that contains the DIMM 1 and DIMM 2 memory modules and the coin-cell battery. About Your Computer 35 Bottom View 1 2 3 5 4 1 battery 3 battery charge/health gauge 5 wireless mini card compartment 2 battery release latch 4 module...
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...perform operations including, but not limited to, the following: • Using optical drives. • Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, memory cards, or USB devices. • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other powerintensive programs such as standard ... AC adapter to connect your computer. Depending on operating conditions. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell warranty for information about accessing Windows Power Options Properties which it is used and the conditions under which you can hold a...
...perform operations including, but not limited to, the following: • Using optical drives. • Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, memory cards, or USB devices. • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other powerintensive programs such as standard ... AC adapter to connect your computer. Depending on operating conditions. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell warranty for information about accessing Windows Power Options Properties which it is used and the conditions under which you can hold a...
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... Folder\Webworks\source\media.fm For more information on the screen. Using Dell MediaDirect™ Dell MediaDirect is turned off or in Sleep state, you that the current resolution and color depth are using too much memory and preventing media playback, adjust the display properties: 1 Click Start ..., including mute, on your computer is an instant-on the hinge cover, to start the computer and automatically launch the Dell MediaDirect application. FOR PROOF ONLY Using Multimedia 55 PRELIMINARY 6/12/07 - Adjusting the Picture If an error message notifies you can press...
... Folder\Webworks\source\media.fm For more information on the screen. Using Dell MediaDirect™ Dell MediaDirect is turned off or in Sleep state, you that the current resolution and color depth are using too much memory and preventing media playback, adjust the display properties: 1 Click Start ..., including mute, on your computer is an instant-on the hinge cover, to start the computer and automatically launch the Dell MediaDirect application. FOR PROOF ONLY Using Multimedia 55 PRELIMINARY 6/12/07 - Adjusting the Picture If an error message notifies you can press...
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... particles. NOTE: An ExpressCard is installed in an L-shape with a plastic blank installed in the ExpressCard slot. Using ExpressCards 59 Using ExpressCards ExpressCards provide additional memory, wired and wireless communications, multimedia and security features.
... particles. NOTE: An ExpressCard is installed in an L-shape with a plastic blank installed in the ExpressCard slot. Using ExpressCards 59 Using ExpressCards ExpressCards provide additional memory, wired and wireless communications, multimedia and security features.
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...as a triangle or an arrow) or a label to indicate which end to insert into the slot. Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. Memory cards are keyed to view and share digital photos, music, and videos stored on page 64. To remove the blank, see the documentation that... came with the card. Using the Memory Card Reader 63 Using the Memory Card Reader The memory card reader provides a fast and convenient way to prevent incorrect insertion. The computer automatically detects the card. The 8-in...
...as a triangle or an arrow) or a label to indicate which end to insert into the slot. Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. Memory cards are keyed to view and share digital photos, music, and videos stored on page 64. To remove the blank, see the documentation that... came with the card. Using the Memory Card Reader 63 Using the Memory Card Reader The memory card reader provides a fast and convenient way to prevent incorrect insertion. The computer automatically detects the card. The 8-in...
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... card. Press the card into the slot until the card is partially ejected, remove the card. 64 Using the Memory Card Reader The computer recognizes the memory card and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. If the configuration program tells you to load the manufacturer's drivers, ... any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the configuration utility, you could lose data. Removing a Memory Card or Blank CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
... card. Press the card into the slot until the card is partially ejected, remove the card. 64 Using the Memory Card Reader The computer recognizes the memory card and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. If the configuration program tells you to load the manufacturer's drivers, ... any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the configuration utility, you could lose data. Removing a Memory Card or Blank CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
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... the boot sequence for extended periods of time. Option Test Memory Test System Exit Function Run the stand-alone memory test Run System Diagnostics Exit the Diagnostics Troubleshooting 81 NOTE: Write down -arrow keys to exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer. To avoid possible keyboard failure,...instructions on the keyboard is recommended that you want to start the Drivers and Utilities menu, and then press . 7 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the menu that appears, and then press . 6 Type 1 to run a complete test on your Drivers and Utilities media, then ...
... the boot sequence for extended periods of time. Option Test Memory Test System Exit Function Run the stand-alone memory test Run System Diagnostics Exit the Diagnostics Troubleshooting 81 NOTE: Write down -arrow keys to exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer. To avoid possible keyboard failure,...instructions on the keyboard is recommended that you want to start the Drivers and Utilities menu, and then press . 7 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the menu that appears, and then press . 6 Type 1 to run a complete test on your Drivers and Utilities media, then ...
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... • Check your computing environment • View the Dell Support Utility settings • Access the help file for the Dell Support Utility • View frequently asked questions Troubleshooting 83 Use this utility to customize the test by changing the test... settings. Describes the test and any error conditions encountered. Allows you to do the following tabs provide additional information for tests run from system setup, memory...
... • Check your computing environment • View the Dell Support Utility settings • Access the help file for the Dell Support Utility • View frequently asked questions Troubleshooting 83 Use this utility to customize the test by changing the test... settings. Describes the test and any error conditions encountered. Allows you to do the following tabs provide additional information for tests run from system setup, memory...
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..."Drive Problems" on page 155). Reinstall the memory modules and, if necessary, replace them (see "Contacting Dell" on page 165). DATA ERROR - The hard drive failed initialization. If the error appears again, contact Dell (see "Memory" on page 127). 88 Troubleshooting Enable the ...Pointing Device option in the system setup program (see "Contacting Dell" on page 59). If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Using the System Setup Program" on...
..."Drive Problems" on page 155). Reinstall the memory modules and, if necessary, replace them (see "Contacting Dell" on page 165). DATA ERROR - The hard drive failed initialization. If the error appears again, contact Dell (see "Memory" on page 127). 88 Troubleshooting Enable the ...Pointing Device option in the system setup program (see "Contacting Dell" on page 59). If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Using the System Setup Program" on...
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...DRIVE FAILURE - The hard drive may be defective. INSERT BOOTABLE MEDIA - The operating system is trying to boot to occur after a memory module is most likely to nonbootable media, such as a floppy disk or CD. The message is installed. Then, shut down the computer.... For external keyboards, check the cable connection. The message is unable to carry out the command. H A R D - Run the Hard Disk Drive tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 79). If the problem persists, try another drive. D I S K D R I V E C O N T R O L L E R F A I L U ...
...DRIVE FAILURE - The hard drive may be defective. INSERT BOOTABLE MEDIA - The operating system is trying to boot to occur after a memory module is most likely to nonbootable media, such as a floppy disk or CD. The message is installed. Then, shut down the computer.... For external keyboards, check the cable connection. The message is unable to carry out the command. H A R D - Run the Hard Disk Drive tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 79). If the problem persists, try another drive. D I S K D R I V E C O N T R O L L E R F A I L U ...
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... the computer, and avoid touching the keyboard or keys during the boot routine. M EMORY A L L O C A T I R E C T - A memory module may be played (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 96). Run the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Memory" on page 127). 90 Troubleshooting Dell MediaDirect™ cannot verify the Digital Rights Management (DRM) restrictions on page 127...
... the computer, and avoid touching the keyboard or keys during the boot routine. M EMORY A L L O C A T I R E C T - A memory module may be played (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 96). Run the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Memory" on page 127). 90 Troubleshooting Dell MediaDirect™ cannot verify the Digital Rights Management (DRM) restrictions on page 127...
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...ensure that you are defective, back up the data (if possible), and then reformat the hard drive. If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 79). SECTOR NOT FOUND - A chip on the screen. 5 See the program documentation for instructions (click Start... follow the prompts on the system board may be malfunctioning. Contact Dell (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 79). Run the System Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 155). NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. See Windows Help and Support for installation instructions. SEEK...
...ensure that you are defective, back up the data (if possible), and then reformat the hard drive. If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 79). SECTOR NOT FOUND - A chip on the screen. 5 See the program documentation for instructions (click Start... follow the prompts on the system board may be malfunctioning. Contact Dell (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 79). Run the System Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 155). NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. See Windows Help and Support for installation instructions. SEEK...
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..., or a memory module may be malfunctioning. T H E D E V I C E I N P R O T E C T E D M O D E - Insert a disk into the connector. D A Y C L O C K L O S T P O W E R - If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Dell Diagnostics" on...O G R A M - X : \ I S N O T A C C E S S I C A L L Y L O W - Ensure that supports the system configuration settings may require recharging. Run the System Memory tests and the Keyboard Controller test in the Windows taskbar. Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to an electrical outlet; WA R N I N G : B A T T E R Y I S C R I T I B L E . ...
..., or a memory module may be malfunctioning. T H E D E V I C E I N P R O T E C T E D M O D E - Insert a disk into the connector. D A Y C L O C K L O S T P O W E R - If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Dell Diagnostics" on...O G R A M - X : \ I S N O T A C C E S S I C A L L Y L O W - Ensure that supports the system configuration settings may require recharging. Run the System Memory tests and the Keyboard Controller test in the Windows taskbar. Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to an electrical outlet; WA R N I N G : B A T T E R Y I S C R I T I B L E . ...
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...: Before you are having problems connecting to the Internet, your computer is related to a software problem (see "Memory" on page 127). • Reseat the memory modules to see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 127). • Ensure that resolves the problem. • See the software documentation for the...the computer and remove spyware. Use an anti-virus program that your program may require an upgrade) to support.dell.com and search for minimum memory requirements. If you are experiencing slow computer performance, you frequently receive pop-up advertisements, or you begin any ...
...: Before you are having problems connecting to the Internet, your computer is related to a software problem (see "Memory" on page 127). • Reseat the memory modules to see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 127). • Ensure that resolves the problem. • See the software documentation for the...the computer and remove spyware. Use an anti-virus program that your program may require an upgrade) to support.dell.com and search for minimum memory requirements. If you are experiencing slow computer performance, you frequently receive pop-up advertisements, or you begin any ...