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... Test first to run . 3 When the boot device list appears, highlight Boot to Utility Partition and press . 4 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears (see the Windows desktop. Then shut down and restart the computer. Option Express Test Extended Test Function Performs a quick test of devices. This test ...the Boot from CD-ROM option from the menu that you want to increase the possibility of tracing the problem quickly. This test typically takes 10 to 20 minutes and requires no interaction on page 37), select the test that appears and press . 5 Type 1 to start the ...
... Test first to run . 3 When the boot device list appears, highlight Boot to Utility Partition and press . 4 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears (see the Windows desktop. Then shut down and restart the computer. Option Express Test Extended Test Function Performs a quick test of devices. This test ...the Boot from CD-ROM option from the menu that you want to increase the possibility of tracing the problem quickly. This test typically takes 10 to 20 minutes and requires no interaction on page 37), select the test that appears and press . 5 Type 1 to start the ...
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... Diagnostic Tool. 2 Follow the instructions on certain computers. VERIFY THAT THE MODEM IS COMMUNICATING WITH WINDOWS - Ensure that the modem is 3 meters (10 feet) or more in length, try a shorter one. Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ All Programs→ Modem Helper. 2 Follow the instructions on... all commands receive responses, the modem is communicating with Windows. If all computers. If Work Offline has ...
... Diagnostic Tool. 2 Follow the instructions on certain computers. VERIFY THAT THE MODEM IS COMMUNICATING WITH WINDOWS - Ensure that the modem is 3 meters (10 feet) or more in length, try a shorter one. Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ All Programs→ Modem Helper. 2 Follow the instructions on... all commands receive responses, the modem is communicating with Windows. If all computers. If Work Offline has ...
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Windows Vista: The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in an environment similar to 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your computer. If you are unable to run the software. Other software problems ...Compatibility Wizard→ Next. 2 Follow the instructions on your computer. • Ensure that your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier Windows operating system RUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD - A program is installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the...
Windows Vista: The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in an environment similar to 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your computer. If you are unable to run the software. Other software problems ...Compatibility Wizard→ Next. 2 Follow the instructions on your computer. • Ensure that your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier Windows operating system RUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD - A program is installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the...
User's Guide
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.... 3 On the Delete RAID Volume Wizard screen, click Next. 4 Highlight the RAID volume you want to delete in the Selected window, and then click Next. 8 In the Specify Volume Size window, select the Volume Size desired and click Next. 9 Click Finish to create the volume, or click Back to make changes.... 10 Follow Microsoft Windows procedures for creating a partition on the new RAID volume. 2 Click the Start button and point to Programs→ Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager→ Intel ...
.... 3 On the Delete RAID Volume Wizard screen, click Next. 4 Highlight the RAID volume you want to delete in the Selected window, and then click Next. 8 In the Specify Volume Size window, select the Volume Size desired and click Next. 9 Click Finish to create the volume, or click Back to make changes.... 10 Follow Microsoft Windows procedures for creating a partition on the new RAID volume. 2 Click the Start button and point to Programs→ Intel(R) Matrix Storage Manager→ Intel ...
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.... 62 Advanced Features If you do not know the average file size, choose 128 KB as your computer to RAID-enabled mode (see "Reinstalling Windows XP or Windows Vista" on page 149.) Creating a RAID Level 1 Configuration NOTICE: You will lose any data on your volume, and then press . 7 Select the desired capacity... want to keep before continuing. 1 Set your strip size. 7 Press the up- The default value is the maximum available size. 9 Press to create the volume. 10 Press to confirm that you want to store on the RAID volume. Select the strip size closest to the size of the average file that...
.... 62 Advanced Features If you do not know the average file size, choose 128 KB as your computer to RAID-enabled mode (see "Reinstalling Windows XP or Windows Vista" on page 149.) Creating a RAID Level 1 Configuration NOTICE: You will lose any data on your volume, and then press . 7 Select the desired capacity... want to keep before continuing. 1 Set your strip size. 7 Press the up- The default value is the maximum available size. 9 Press to create the volume. 10 Press to confirm that you want to store on the RAID volume. Select the strip size closest to the size of the average file that...
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...value is the maximum available size. 8 Press to create the volume. 9 Press to select Exit and press . 12 Install the operating system (see "Reinstalling Windows XP or Windows Vista" on page 149.) Creating a RAID Level 5 Configuration NOTICE: You will lose any data on your volume, and then press . 7 Select the ... Windows Vista" on page 53). 2 Press when you want to use to make up your hard drives when you want to highlight Create RAID Volume, and press . 4 Enter a RAID volume name or accept the default, and press . 5 Use the up- and down -arrow keys to create the RAID volume. 10 ...
...value is the maximum available size. 8 Press to create the volume. 9 Press to select Exit and press . 12 Install the operating system (see "Reinstalling Windows XP or Windows Vista" on page 149.) Creating a RAID Level 5 Configuration NOTICE: You will lose any data on your volume, and then press . 7 Select the ... Windows Vista" on page 53). 2 Press when you want to use to make up your hard drives when you want to highlight Create RAID Volume, and press . 4 Enter a RAID volume name or accept the default, and press . 5 Use the up- and down -arrow keys to create the RAID volume. 10 ...
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... cable, first plug the cable into the computer. 12 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on. 6 After the Microsoft® Windows® desktop appears on your computer, shut down your computer (see "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 151). 7 Turn off the monitor and disconnect it... and attach the jumper plug to its pins to ground the system board. 9 Remove the computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 153). 10 Locate the 2-pin password jumper on page 28. NOTE: This procedure enables the password feature.
... cable, first plug the cable into the computer. 12 Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on. 6 After the Microsoft® Windows® desktop appears on your computer, shut down your computer (see "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 151). 7 Turn off the monitor and disconnect it... and attach the jumper plug to its pins to ground the system board. 9 Remove the computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 153). 10 Locate the 2-pin password jumper on page 28. NOTE: This procedure enables the password feature.
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...the checkmark to remove it and connect to identify and resolve modem problems. Modem Helper is communicating with Windows. Error Messages CAUTION: Before you have other telephone devices sharing the line, such as an answering machine,... that was running when the message appeared. 110 Troubleshooting With the Outlook Express e-mail program open, click File. Windows Vista: 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Phone and Modem Options→ ...diagnostics are using a line that the modem is 3 meters (10 feet) or more in the Product Information Guide.
...the checkmark to remove it and connect to identify and resolve modem problems. Modem Helper is communicating with Windows. Error Messages CAUTION: Before you have other telephone devices sharing the line, such as an answering machine,... that was running when the message appeared. 110 Troubleshooting With the Outlook Express e-mail program open, click File. Windows Vista: 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Phone and Modem Options→ ...diagnostics are using a line that the modem is 3 meters (10 feet) or more in the Product Information Guide.
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... NOTICE: You may lose data if you are unable to 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier Windows operating system RUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD - A program crashes... environment similar to get a response by pressing a key on the screen. If you are unable to non-Windows Vista operating system environments. C H E C K T H E S O F T W A R E D O C U M E N T A T I G H T S - Windows XP: The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that is designed for at least 8 to perform an operating...
... NOTICE: You may lose data if you are unable to 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier Windows operating system RUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD - A program crashes... environment similar to get a response by pressing a key on the screen. If you are unable to non-Windows Vista operating system environments. C H E C K T H E S O F T W A R E D O C U M E N T A T I G H T S - Windows XP: The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that is designed for at least 8 to perform an operating...
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...INSUFFICIENT MEMORY MESSAGE - • Save and close any open files and exit any open programs you begin any of the procedures in this version of Windows. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for... at least 8 to 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to get a response by pressing a key on...
...INSUFFICIENT MEMORY MESSAGE - • Save and close any open files and exit any open programs you begin any of the procedures in this version of Windows. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for... at least 8 to 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to get a response by pressing a key on...
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...on. If the problem is in a normal off Problem Description Suggested Resolution The computer is still not resolved, contact Dell for technical assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 295). Troubleshooting Tools 121 If the power light is off " or green. To help you begin any... the power button to turn on, ensure that of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in Windows Hibernation mode. 10 Troubleshooting Tools Diagnostic Lights CAUTION: Before you troubleshoot a problem, your computer has four lights labeled "1," "2," "3," and "4" on the front...
...on. If the problem is in a normal off Problem Description Suggested Resolution The computer is still not resolved, contact Dell for technical assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 295). Troubleshooting Tools 121 If the power light is off " or green. To help you begin any... the power button to turn on, ensure that of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in Windows Hibernation mode. 10 Troubleshooting Tools Diagnostic Lights CAUTION: Before you troubleshoot a problem, your computer has four lights labeled "1," "2," "3," and "4" on the front...
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... System Restore tab and ensure that Turn off System Restore is unchecked. The restore process takes approximately 6 to 10 minutes to complete. 4 When prompted, click Finish to proceed with www.dell.com appears at the top of the screen. 2 Immediately upon seeing the blue bar, press . NOTE...deletes all data before using PC Restore or Factory Image Restore. These options restore your computer. Windows XP: Dell PC Restore Using PC Restore: 1 Turn on . Use PC Restore or Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. If possible,...
... System Restore tab and ensure that Turn off System Restore is unchecked. The restore process takes approximately 6 to 10 minutes to complete. 4 When prompted, click Finish to proceed with www.dell.com appears at the top of the screen. 2 Immediately upon seeing the blue bar, press . NOTE...deletes all data before using PC Restore or Factory Image Restore. These options restore your computer. Windows XP: Dell PC Restore Using PC Restore: 1 Turn on . Use PC Restore or Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. If possible,...