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... Lockups and Software Problems 292 Memory Problems 294 Mouse 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...
... Lockups and Software Problems 292 Memory Problems 294 Mouse 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...
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...'s current configuration, such as an interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • Technical... be changed using the BIOS, using options provided by the operating system is a utility that serves as the amount of system memory. You may need to : • Change the system configuration information after you remove and replace certain hardware components. Use the...
...'s current configuration, such as an interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • Technical... be changed using the BIOS, using options provided by the operating system is a utility that serves as the amount of system memory. You may need to : • Change the system configuration information after you remove and replace certain hardware components. Use the...
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... and minimum sizes for Shadow Storage] 6 Press . 7 Click Start → Computer→ Local Disk (C:) to confirm that uses solid-state memory to store persistent data. Reducing Hard Drive Space Used by Shadow Storage. Solid-State Drive (SSD) A solid-state drive (SSD) is a ... click Continue. 5 Type the following : vssadmin list shadowstorage. 6 Press . An SSD using SRAM (Static Random Access Memory) or DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory), instead of a flash memory, is built entirely out of space used by Shadow Storage 1 Click Start → All Programs→ Accessories. 2 Right...
... and minimum sizes for Shadow Storage] 6 Press . 7 Click Start → Computer→ Local Disk (C:) to confirm that uses solid-state memory to store persistent data. Reducing Hard Drive Space Used by Shadow Storage. Solid-State Drive (SSD) A solid-state drive (SSD) is a ... click Continue. 5 Type the following : vssadmin list shadowstorage. 6 Press . An SSD using SRAM (Static Random Access Memory) or DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory), instead of a flash memory, is built entirely out of space used by Shadow Storage 1 Click Start → All Programs→ Accessories. 2 Right...
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... Shutting Down Your Computer 101 Hibernation is a state in memory on standby can safely turn off, so that you can cause a loss of standby quickly, and your desktop is restored exactly as you left it. Windows® XP Standby Hibernation Shut Down Standby is a state in which...to quickly resume full-power operation (typically within several days. When you restart the computer, your computer, for example, when you want to add memory or you want to use the computer again, it . Use hibernation to start working . Ending a Program That is a power-saving state, or...
... Shutting Down Your Computer 101 Hibernation is a state in memory on standby can safely turn off, so that you can cause a loss of standby quickly, and your desktop is restored exactly as you left it. Windows® XP Standby Hibernation Shut Down Standby is a state in which...to quickly resume full-power operation (typically within several days. When you restart the computer, your computer, for example, when you want to add memory or you want to use the computer again, it . Use hibernation to start working . Ending a Program That is a power-saving state, or...
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... Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) This information can be saved to view version information for further review as well as CPUs, video cards, memory, system board, and chassis components. The data can be used . View System Information This section of compatible components inside your computer. NVIDIA Monitor The NVIDIA...
... Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) This information can be saved to view version information for further review as well as CPUs, video cards, memory, system board, and chassis components. The data can be used . View System Information This section of compatible components inside your computer. NVIDIA Monitor The NVIDIA...
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... realtime data for the available operating characteristics of that component. When launched the NVIDIA Monitor application detects installed ESAcompatible devices such as CPUs, video cards, memory, system board, and chassis components. Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) 131
... realtime data for the available operating characteristics of that component. When launched the NVIDIA Monitor application detects installed ESAcompatible devices such as CPUs, video cards, memory, system board, and chassis components. Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) 131
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... reduce the operating time of your battery: • Using optical drives • Using wireless communications devices, PC Cards, Express Cards, media memory cards, or USB devices • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other power- For more information on how often the... Meter icon The first time you use the AC adapter to connect your computer to an electrical outlet in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on page 146. 142 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) NOTE: To preserve battery power...
... reduce the operating time of your battery: • Using optical drives • Using wireless communications devices, PC Cards, Express Cards, media memory cards, or USB devices • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other power- For more information on how often the... Meter icon The first time you use the AC adapter to connect your computer to an electrical outlet in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on page 146. 142 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) NOTE: To preserve battery power...
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... (+) key to zoom in. Zoom Adjust the size of everything on the screen by clicking Settings. 3 Reduce the file size (the number of MBs in memory) and/or reduce the number of days to keep information in the browsing history to limit the space used to store this information. Accessing the...
... (+) key to zoom in. Zoom Adjust the size of everything on the screen by clicking Settings. 3 Reduce the file size (the number of MBs in memory) and/or reduce the number of days to keep information in the browsing history to limit the space used to store this information. Accessing the...
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... Options tab. 2 Delete the files in the browsing history, and then minimize the amount of space by clicking Settings. 3 Reduce the number of MB in memory and/or reduce the number of days to keep information in temporary file space. Deleting the browser history can sometimes create security risks or even...
... Options tab. 2 Delete the files in the browsing history, and then minimize the amount of space by clicking Settings. 3 Reduce the number of MB in memory and/or reduce the number of days to keep information in temporary file space. Deleting the browser history can sometimes create security risks or even...
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... information about diagnostic lights. These lights function in your Service Manual for laptop computers System messages Windows Hardware Troubleshooter Dell Diagnostics Function The power button light illuminates and blinks or remains solid to evaluate your computer. 272 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting...and status lights. Keyboard status lights indicate status and any problems. See your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc. With the Dell Diagnostics, the computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment (PSA), a series of initial tests of the ...
... information about diagnostic lights. These lights function in your Service Manual for laptop computers System messages Windows Hardware Troubleshooter Dell Diagnostics Function The power button light illuminates and blinks or remains solid to evaluate your computer. 272 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting...and status lights. Keyboard status lights indicate status and any problems. See your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc. With the Dell Diagnostics, the computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment (PSA), a series of initial tests of the ...
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... Some desktop computers have lights labeled with your computer). - Multiple power strips connected to help identify the problem. 274 Troubleshooting Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the documentation shipped with similar products in known working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. - If the computer malfunctions, the...
... Some desktop computers have lights labeled with your computer). - Multiple power strips connected to help identify the problem. 274 Troubleshooting Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the documentation shipped with similar products in known working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. - If the computer malfunctions, the...
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... cable loose (see "Keyboard Problems for Laptop Computers NOTE: If the message you received is correct (see "System Setup" on page 337 for assistance). NOTICE - DELL RECOMMENDS THAT YOU BACK UP YOUR DATA REGULARLY. D E C R E A S I N G A V A I N T E R R U P T - N O T I M E R T I C K I L A B L E M E M O R Y - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292. K E Y B O A R D F A I T E P R O T E C T E D E R R O ... program that the boot sequence information is not listed in BIOS setup. MEMORY ADDRESS LINE FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING 276 Troubleshooting See "...
... cable loose (see "Keyboard Problems for Laptop Computers NOTE: If the message you received is correct (see "System Setup" on page 337 for assistance). NOTICE - DELL RECOMMENDS THAT YOU BACK UP YOUR DATA REGULARLY. D E C R E A S I N G A V A I N T E R R U P T - N O T I M E R T I C K I L A B L E M E M O R Y - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292. K E Y B O A R D F A I T E P R O T E C T E D E R R O ... program that the boot sequence information is not listed in BIOS setup. MEMORY ADDRESS LINE FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING 276 Troubleshooting See "...
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... R R U P T - N O T I M E R T I C K I V E - This message applies to notebook computers that the boot sequence information is correct (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 308). MEMORY ODD/EVEN LOGIC FAILURE AT (ADDRESS) READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - STRIKE F1 TO RETRY BOOT, F2 FOR SETUP UTILITY. See "Drive Problems" on page 292. The...• If the hard drive is your boot device, ensure that the drive is correct (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 308). Enter the system setup program and ensure that the configuration information for the hard drive ...
... R R U P T - N O T I M E R T I C K I V E - This message applies to notebook computers that the boot sequence information is correct (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 308). MEMORY ODD/EVEN LOGIC FAILURE AT (ADDRESS) READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - STRIKE F1 TO RETRY BOOT, F2 FOR SETUP UTILITY. See "Drive Problems" on page 292. The...• If the hard drive is your boot device, ensure that the drive is correct (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 308). Enter the system setup program and ensure that the configuration information for the hard drive ...
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...REDOCK, ATTACH THE POWER ADAPTER, OR PLUG IN THE POWER CORD. Ensure that require a 130-W or greater AC adapter. TI M E - Run the Dell Diagnostics (see the documentation shipped with your computer). THE BATTERY MAY NOT CHARGE. P R O G R A M - D A Y N O T...to the computer or docking station. STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO SHUTDOWN. THE AMOUNT OF SYSTEM MEMORY HAS CHANGED. IF YOU DID NOT CHANGE YOUR MEMORY... PRESS F5 TO RUN ONBOARD DIAGNOSTICS. - • Reseat the memory (for assistance (see your computer (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 308). S T R I K E T H E F 1 ...
...REDOCK, ATTACH THE POWER ADAPTER, OR PLUG IN THE POWER CORD. Ensure that require a 130-W or greater AC adapter. TI M E - Run the Dell Diagnostics (see the documentation shipped with your computer). THE BATTERY MAY NOT CHARGE. P R O G R A M - D A Y N O T...to the computer or docking station. STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO SHUTDOWN. THE AMOUNT OF SYSTEM MEMORY HAS CHANGED. IF YOU DID NOT CHANGE YOUR MEMORY... PRESS F5 TO RUN ONBOARD DIAGNOSTICS. - • Reseat the memory (for assistance (see your computer (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 308). S T R I K E T H E F 1 ...
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...; logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see "Contacting Dell" on page 337. 1 Ensure that the computer is connected to an electrical outlet that is known to be working properly. 2 Turn on . The ...computer has been powered down your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on. • Answer any key to run. 6 Continue with "Using the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu" on page 337. NOTE: If you want to start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. If the Pre-boot...
...; logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see "Contacting Dell" on page 337. 1 Ensure that the computer is connected to an electrical outlet that is known to be working properly. 2 Turn on . The ...computer has been powered down your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on. • Answer any key to run. 6 Continue with "Using the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu" on page 337. NOTE: If you want to start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. If the Pre-boot...
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...20 minutes. This typically can take 10 to be run. If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your Service Tag. 4 If you are having. Option Test Memory Test System Exit Function Run the stand-alone memory test Run System Diagnostics Exit the Diagnostics 2 After you have selected the ...that you want. Write down the error code and problem description and see "Contacting Dell" on your computer is located at the top of each test screen. Using the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for the option ...
...20 minutes. This typically can take 10 to be run. If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your Service Tag. 4 If you are having. Option Test Memory Test System Exit Function Run the stand-alone memory test Run System Diagnostics Exit the Diagnostics 2 After you have selected the ...that you want. Write down the error code and problem description and see "Contacting Dell" on your computer is located at the top of each test screen. Using the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for the option ...
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... the test and may not display the names of all the components installed on the taskbar or from the Dell Support Center icon on your computer or all devices from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of the... test and any error conditions encountered. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the test screen to return...
... the test and may not display the names of all the components installed on the taskbar or from the Dell Support Center icon on your computer or all devices from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of the... test and any error conditions encountered. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the test screen to return...
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... Hardware and Sound. 2 Click Device Manager. Windows XP 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Add or Remove Programs→ Programs and Features. 2 Select the... additional safety best practices information, see "Contacting Dell" on page 308. ENSURE THAT THE CABLE...E E E 1 3 9 4 D E V I C E I S E N A B L E D I N G S YS T E M N O T F O U N D - T H E D E V I C E I A - NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. In some cases, you want to restore computer resources. is missing an essential file. I N S E R T B O O T A B L E M E D I S N O T R E A D Y - NOTE: Your computer supports only IEEE 1394a...
... Hardware and Sound. 2 Click Device Manager. Windows XP 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Add or Remove Programs→ Programs and Features. 2 Select the... additional safety best practices information, see "Contacting Dell" on page 308. ENSURE THAT THE CABLE...E E E 1 3 9 4 D E V I C E I S E N A B L E D I N G S YS T E M N O T F O U N D - T H E D E V I C E I A - NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. In some cases, you want to restore computer resources. is missing an essential file. I N S E R T B O O T A B L E M E D I S N O T R E A D Y - NOTE: Your computer supports only IEEE 1394a...
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...and hold the power button for information. • Ensure that resolves the problem. 294 Troubleshooting See the software documentation for at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. BACK UP YOUR FILES IMMEDIATELY USE A VIRUS-SCANNING PROGRAM TO CHECK THE HARD DRIVE, CDS, OR DVDS SAVE AND CLOSE... ANY OPEN FILES OR PROGRAMS AND SHUT DOWN YOUR COMPUTER THROUGH THE START MENU Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any open programs you are not using to non-XP operating system environments. 1 Click Start Wizard→ Next. → All Programs→ Accessories...
...and hold the power button for information. • Ensure that resolves the problem. 294 Troubleshooting See the software documentation for at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. BACK UP YOUR FILES IMMEDIATELY USE A VIRUS-SCANNING PROGRAM TO CHECK THE HARD DRIVE, CDS, OR DVDS SAVE AND CLOSE... ANY OPEN FILES OR PROGRAMS AND SHUT DOWN YOUR COMPUTER THROUGH THE START MENU Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any open programs you are not using to non-XP operating system environments. 1 Click Start Wizard→ Next. → All Programs→ Accessories...
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...the mouse cable is successfully communicating with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see the documentation shipped with your computer. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Troubleshooting 295 For more information ...is successfully communicating with your computer). • Reseat the memory modules (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on the setup diagram for minimum memory requirements. Straighten any bent pins. • Remove any of memory supported by your computer. CHECK THE MOUSE SETTINGS - ...
...the mouse cable is successfully communicating with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see the documentation shipped with your computer. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Troubleshooting 295 For more information ...is successfully communicating with your computer). • Reseat the memory modules (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on the setup diagram for minimum memory requirements. Straighten any bent pins. • Remove any of memory supported by your computer. CHECK THE MOUSE SETTINGS - ...