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Contents 1 Finding Information 23 Start Button 23 Microsoft Windows Help and Support 24 Windows Vista 25 Windows® XP 25 Control Panel 26 Information About Installed Hardware 26 Device Manager 26 Hardware Devices Installed on Your Computer 27 Programs Installed on Your Computer 28 Wireless Networking 28 Dell Support Website 29 Technical Support 29 Customer Service 30 Warranty Information 30 Dell Forums 31 Contact Us 31 BIOS (System Setup Program) Settings 31 2 Microsoft Windows Desktop 33 Overview 33 Taskbar 34 Contents 3
Contents 1 Finding Information 23 Start Button 23 Microsoft Windows Help and Support 24 Windows Vista 25 Windows® XP 25 Control Panel 26 Information About Installed Hardware 26 Device Manager 26 Hardware Devices Installed on Your Computer 27 Programs Installed on Your Computer 28 Wireless Networking 28 Dell Support Website 29 Technical Support 29 Customer Service 30 Warranty Information 30 Dell Forums 31 Contact Us 31 BIOS (System Setup Program) Settings 31 2 Microsoft Windows Desktop 33 Overview 33 Taskbar 34 Contents 3
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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 IEEE ... 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 Program 307 Entering the System Setup Program 308 Working With...
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 IEEE ... 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 Program 307 Entering the System Setup Program 308 Working With...
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S/PDIF Port (Toslink 328 Audio Ports 329 23 Getting Help 331 Obtaining Assistance 331 Dell Support Service 332 Technical Support and Customer Service . . . . 332 DellConnect 332 Online Services 333 AutoTech Service 334 Automated Order-Status Service 334 Problems With Your Order 334 Product Information 334 Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit 334 Before You Call 335 Contacting Dell 337 22 Contents
S/PDIF Port (Toslink 328 Audio Ports 329 23 Getting Help 331 Obtaining Assistance 331 Dell Support Service 332 Technical Support and Customer Service . . . . 332 DellConnect 332 Online Services 333 AutoTech Service 334 Automated Order-Status Service 334 Problems With Your Order 334 Product Information 334 Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit 334 Before You Call 335 Contacting Dell 337 22 Contents
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...; Control Panel • Information About Installed Hardware • Device Manager • Programs Installed on Your Computer • Wireless Networking • Dell Support Website Finding Information 23 Finding Information Start Button From the Microsoft® Windows® operating system desktop, you can click the Start button to access ...
...; Control Panel • Information About Installed Hardware • Device Manager • Programs Installed on Your Computer • Wireless Networking • Dell Support Website Finding Information 23 Finding Information Start Button From the Microsoft® Windows® operating system desktop, you can click the Start button to access ...
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...field (or Search in Windows XP), type a word or phrase that describes your question, and then press or click the arrow or the magnifying glass. 4 Click the topic that describes your computer. To access Windows Help and Support: 1 Click Start or → Help and Support. 2 Click the topic ...computer and devices installed on your question. 5 Follow the instructions on the screen. 24 Finding Information Microsoft Windows Help and Support This information center provides instructions, hints, and general information about Microsoft Windows and explains how to use the search option.
...field (or Search in Windows XP), type a word or phrase that describes your question, and then press or click the arrow or the magnifying glass. 4 Click the topic that describes your computer. To access Windows Help and Support: 1 Click Start or → Help and Support. 2 Click the topic ...computer and devices installed on your question. 5 Follow the instructions on the screen. 24 Finding Information Microsoft Windows Help and Support This information center provides instructions, hints, and general information about Microsoft Windows and explains how to use the search option.
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... options). Finding Information 25 Windows® XP User's Guides To view the user's guides available on page 26). Windows Vista® Basic Computer Information Click Start → Control Panel→ System and Maintenance→ System to view your computer, click Start → Help and Support→ Dell User and System guides (from the...
... options). Finding Information 25 Windows® XP User's Guides To view the user's guides available on page 26). Windows Vista® Basic Computer Information Click Start → Control Panel→ System and Maintenance→ System to view your computer, click Start → Help and Support→ Dell User and System guides (from the...
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Information About Installed Hardware Device Manager Use the Device Manager to view a list of all devices installed on your computer and to learn more about how a specific device is configured. 26 Finding Information Control Panel To manage viewing features and computer functions, click Start or → Control Panel. FOR MORE INFORMATION: See Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support.
Information About Installed Hardware Device Manager Use the Device Manager to view a list of all devices installed on your computer and to learn more about how a specific device is configured. 26 Finding Information Control Panel To manage viewing features and computer functions, click Start or → Control Panel. FOR MORE INFORMATION: See Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support.
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.... 3 In File name, type the filename. 4 Select the file type from the Save as type drop-down menu. 5 Click Save. Finding Information 27 Windows® XP Click Start → Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance→ System→ Hardware tab→ Device Manager. Device Specifications 1 Click Start or → All Programs...→ System Information. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about your computer's hardware components, see the View your computer information topic in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and...
.... 3 In File name, type the filename. 4 Select the file type from the Save as type drop-down menu. 5 Click Save. Finding Information 27 Windows® XP Click Start → Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance→ System→ Hardware tab→ Device Manager. Device Specifications 1 Click Start or → All Programs...→ System Information. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about your computer's hardware components, see the View your computer information topic in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and...
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... to search for general information about connecting to access device guide for the specific wireless card installed in your computer. See Microsoft Windows Help and Support for a specific program: Windows Vista® 1 Click Start →Search. 2 Enter the name of the program and click Search. The device ...Search field. 3 Press . The "Networking and the Web" topic provides an overview, requirements, details on page 149. 28 Finding Information Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Search→ All Files or Folders. 2 Enter the name of the program in basic networking.
... to search for general information about connecting to access device guide for the specific wireless card installed in your computer. See Microsoft Windows Help and Support for a specific program: Windows Vista® 1 Click Start →Search. 2 Enter the name of the program and click Search. The device ...Search field. 3 Press . The "Networking and the Web" topic provides an overview, requirements, details on page 149. 28 Finding Information Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Search→ All Files or Folders. 2 Enter the name of the program in basic networking.
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Dell Support Website The Dell Support website at support.dell.com provides a variety of information: • Technical Support: Research and find the latest solutions and help for your Dell product. • Customer Service: Explore options such as order status and pickup for Dell products. • Warranty Information: Information relating to warranty for Dell products. • Dell Forums: Information on forums for discussion...
Dell Support Website The Dell Support website at support.dell.com provides a variety of information: • Technical Support: Research and find the latest solutions and help for your Dell product. • Customer Service: Explore options such as order status and pickup for Dell products. • Warranty Information: Information relating to warranty for Dell products. • Dell Forums: Information on forums for discussion...
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...System Configuration • Technical Subscriptions • Troubleshooting Search • Windows Vista Center • Windows XP Support Center • Wireless Center Customer Service • Dell Financial Services • FAQs • Invoices • Missing, Wrong & Damaged • Order ...Status • Ownership Transfer • International Ownership Transfer • Packing Slips • Pickup/Redelivery • Dell Dollars/Rebate Center • Report a Stolen System • Returns • Update Billing Address Warranty Information • Expired Warranty ...
...System Configuration • Technical Subscriptions • Troubleshooting Search • Windows Vista Center • Windows XP Support Center • Wireless Center Customer Service • Dell Financial Services • FAQs • Invoices • Missing, Wrong & Damaged • Order ...Status • Ownership Transfer • International Ownership Transfer • Packing Slips • Pickup/Redelivery • Dell Dollars/Rebate Center • Report a Stolen System • Returns • Update Billing Address Warranty Information • Expired Warranty ...
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... : • Change the system configuration information after you remove and replace certain hardware components. • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • Technical Support • International Notebook Support BIOS (System Setup Program) Settings The BIOS is recommended.
... : • Change the system configuration information after you remove and replace certain hardware components. • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • Technical Support • International Notebook Support BIOS (System Setup Program) Settings The BIOS is recommended.
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... toolbar Contains icons for quick access to the Start menu, which lists the programs and system utilities installed in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. The basic sections of the desktop, although you move or resize your taskbar, the Start button moves or resizes with programs. 34...
... toolbar Contains icons for quick access to the Start menu, which lists the programs and system utilities installed in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. The basic sections of the desktop, although you move or resize your taskbar, the Start button moves or resizes with programs. 34...
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... Notification area includes icons for quick program access. Click the required icon to view your desktop. Adding Icons in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Customizing the Taskbar 1 Right-click on an open area of other windows. As you open applications and files, you may not be...
... Notification area includes icons for quick program access. Click the required icon to view your desktop. Adding Icons in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Customizing the Taskbar 1 Right-click on an open area of other windows. As you open applications and files, you may not be...
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... then click Desktop (create shortcut). FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Using Windows Explorer: 1 Right-click the Start button, select Explore. Using the desktop: 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop, highlight...
... then click Desktop (create shortcut). FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Using Windows Explorer: 1 Right-click the Start button, select Explore. Using the desktop: 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop, highlight...
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...FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 40 Microsoft Windows Desktop 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Appearance and Personalization. 2 Click ...Personalization. The Display Properties window appears. 4 Review the available options and follow the instructions provided. Windows® XP From the desktop: 1 ...
...FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 40 Microsoft Windows Desktop 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Appearance and Personalization. 2 Click ...Personalization. The Display Properties window appears. 4 Review the available options and follow the instructions provided. Windows® XP From the desktop: 1 ...
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NOTE: After the screen saver activates, you may need to log-in to access your computer's performance • Windows Help and Support 42 Microsoft Windows Desktop Start Button (Menu) Overview The Start button opens the Start menu, which provides access to remain inactive before the screen saver appears. 5 Click OK. 4 Select the length of time for your computer to : • Control Panel • Programs • Files • Computer settings • Tools that monitor your computer.
NOTE: After the screen saver activates, you may need to log-in to access your computer's performance • Windows Help and Support 42 Microsoft Windows Desktop Start Button (Menu) Overview The Start button opens the Start menu, which provides access to remain inactive before the screen saver appears. 5 Click OK. 4 Select the length of time for your computer to : • Control Panel • Programs • Files • Computer settings • Tools that monitor your computer.
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See "Shutting Down Your Computer" on the software installed in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Customizing the Start Menu Customize the Start menu through the Taskbar and Start Menu Properties window. 1 Right-click an open area of the taskbar. 2 Select ...
See "Shutting Down Your Computer" on the software installed in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Customizing the Start Menu Customize the Start menu through the Taskbar and Start Menu Properties window. 1 Right-click an open area of the taskbar. 2 Select ...
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... → Control Panel→ System and Maintenance→ Performance Information and Tools. 2 Select one of the available options in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Windows XP 1 Click Start →Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance. 2 Select one of the options to manage and improve your computer's performance...
... → Control Panel→ System and Maintenance→ Performance Information and Tools. 2 Select one of the available options in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Windows XP 1 Click Start →Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance. 2 Select one of the options to manage and improve your computer's performance...
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... resolution, text and images appear larger. NOTE: Use only the Dell recommended video drivers, which are designed to them if needed. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about display resolution, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 48 Monitors and Displays As you increase the resolution, items appear... The display resolution defines the clarity of the current settings so you can change any of the display settings, make a note of images on your Dell-installed operating system.
... resolution, text and images appear larger. NOTE: Use only the Dell recommended video drivers, which are designed to them if needed. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about display resolution, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 48 Monitors and Displays As you increase the resolution, items appear... The display resolution defines the clarity of the current settings so you can change any of the display settings, make a note of images on your Dell-installed operating system.