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...and then press or click the arrow or the magnifying glass. 4 Click the topic that describes your question. 5 Follow the instructions on your computer and devices installed on the screen. 24 Finding Information To access Windows Help and Support: 1 Click Start or → Help and Support.... 2 Click the topic or task you want to perform. 3 If the specific task is not listed, use available features. Microsoft Windows Help and Support This information center provides instructions, hints, and general information about Microsoft ...
...and then press or click the arrow or the magnifying glass. 4 Click the topic that describes your question. 5 Follow the instructions on your computer and devices installed on the screen. 24 Finding Information To access Windows Help and Support: 1 Click Start or → Help and Support.... 2 Click the topic or task you want to perform. 3 If the specific task is not listed, use available features. Microsoft Windows Help and Support This information center provides instructions, hints, and general information about Microsoft ...
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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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... component or device name and related setting and configuration 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 Support. Exporting System Information... In File name, type the filename. 4 Select the file type from the Save as type drop-down menu. 5 Click Save. Device Specifications 1 Click Start or → All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ System Information. 2 Double click Components to expand the Components...
... component or device name and related setting and configuration 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 Support. Exporting System Information... In File name, type the filename. 4 Select the file type from the Save as type drop-down menu. 5 Click Save. Device Specifications 1 Click Start or → All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ System Information. 2 Double click Components to expand the Components...
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...network, as well as managing a wireless network connection. See Microsoft Windows Help and Support for the specific wireless card installed in the Search field. 3 Press . Programs Installed on Your Computer Click Start or → All Programs to view available programs. If a program is available in...8594; All Files or Folders. 2 Enter the name of the program in your computer. Wireless Networking Wireless network information is not listed under All Programs, use the Search feature to search for a specific program: Windows Vista® 1 Click Start →Search. 2 Enter the name...
...network, as well as managing a wireless network connection. See Microsoft Windows Help and Support for the specific wireless card installed in the Search field. 3 Press . Programs Installed on Your Computer Click Start or → All Programs to view available programs. If a program is available in...8594; All Files or Folders. 2 Enter the name of the program in your computer. Wireless Networking Wireless network information is not listed under All Programs, use the Search feature to search for a specific program: Windows Vista® 1 Click Start →Search. 2 Enter the name...
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... area of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize. The Personalize appearance and sounds window appears. 3 Click Display Settings. 4 In the Display Settings window under Resolution, move the slide bar to the left or right to decrease/increase the screen resolution. 5 Click Apply to set resolution HINT: To display a program at a specific resolution, both the..., if not repeat step 4. 6 Click OK. The Display Properties window appears. 3 Select the Setting tab. Windows® XP 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. Monitors and Displays 49
... area of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize. The Personalize appearance and sounds window appears. 3 Click Display Settings. 4 In the Display Settings window under Resolution, move the slide bar to the left or right to decrease/increase the screen resolution. 5 Click Apply to set resolution HINT: To display a program at a specific resolution, both the..., if not repeat step 4. 6 Click OK. The Display Properties window appears. 3 Select the Setting tab. Windows® XP 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. Monitors and Displays 49
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..., and symbols • Control keys for performing certain actions: , , , and the Windows logo key • Function keys, labeled ,< F2>, , and so on, for performing specific tasks • Navigation keys for the device. You may have problems with the pointing device, check the software driver for moving the cursor around in...or windows: , , , , , , and arrow keys • Numeric keypad of numbers grouped together like those on an adding machine (The numeric keypad on most laptop computers is the Source of a Device Problem" on page 265 HINT: If you still have to reinstall the driver.
..., and symbols • Control keys for performing certain actions: , , , and the Windows logo key • Function keys, labeled ,< F2>, , and so on, for performing specific tasks • Navigation keys for the device. You may have problems with the pointing device, check the software driver for moving the cursor around in...or windows: , , , , , , and arrow keys • Numeric keypad of numbers grouped together like those on an adding machine (The numeric keypad on most laptop computers is the Source of a Device Problem" on page 265 HINT: If you still have to reinstall the driver.
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Printers-Settings and Drivers 71 See your printer(s) through the Start button. Printers-Settings and Drivers Accessing Printer Information You can find information about your printer manufacturer's documentation for hardware-specific information. From the Start menu, click Control Panel to access the hardware on your computer, including a list of printers connected to your computer.
Printers-Settings and Drivers 71 See your printer(s) through the Start button. Printers-Settings and Drivers Accessing Printer Information You can find information about your printer manufacturer's documentation for hardware-specific information. From the Start menu, click Control Panel to access the hardware on your computer, including a list of printers connected to your computer.
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... you are connected to a shared printer on the network, you can add your printer to your computer is connected to a network, you can use most often as the default printer.To set a specific printer as your computer. A shared printer is one that connection. For instructions on installing a network service, see Windows Help and...
... you are connected to a shared printer on the network, you can add your printer to your computer is connected to a network, you can use most often as the default printer.To set a specific printer as your computer. A shared printer is one that connection. For instructions on installing a network service, see Windows Help and...
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...Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 151 What you can purchase your computer or computer network to share Internet access provided by telephone companies, but it is used to Set up a new LAN The following steps are general guidelines for specific details. For information on broadband connection, see "Broadband... Access" on the network to each supporting one computer or one peripheral such as a printer. • Network cables - What You Need...
...Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 151 What you can purchase your computer or computer network to share Internet access provided by telephone companies, but it is used to Set up a new LAN The following steps are general guidelines for specific details. For information on broadband connection, see "Broadband... Access" on the network to each supporting one computer or one peripheral such as a printer. • Network cables - What You Need...
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...→ Network and Sharing Center. The Network Connection Wizard may have to the Network From your computer. Connecting to click an option for your computer to the instructions provided by the router manufacturer. Actual steps may have Internet access through your broadband... modem. 3 Install any software required for setting up the Hardware 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about connecting...
...→ Network and Sharing Center. The Network Connection Wizard may have to the Network From your computer. Connecting to click an option for your computer to the instructions provided by the router manufacturer. Actual steps may have Internet access through your broadband... modem. 3 Install any software required for setting up the Hardware 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about connecting...
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.... This section provides general procedures for your computer to a WLAN, see the device guides that you attempt to set up a new Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about connecting your wireless router. Windows...Networks. 3 Select the desired network from the list and click Connect. Specific network names and configuration details vary. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To Learn more about the connection requirements for your computer or look for related topics in Windows Help and Support: click Start...
.... This section provides general procedures for your computer to a WLAN, see the device guides that you attempt to set up a new Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about connecting your wireless router. Windows...Networks. 3 Select the desired network from the list and click Connect. Specific network names and configuration details vary. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To Learn more about the connection requirements for your computer or look for related topics in Windows Help and Support: click Start...
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...NOTE: Even if you purchased it separately. Contact your service provider for the Mobile Broadband cards that may have come with your computer • Any device guides that may not necessarily be within a cellular-data coverage zone. Mobile Broadband (or Wireless Wide Area ...Network) Networks A Mobile Broadband network, also known as the computer is a high-speed digital cellular network that location may have come on the media that accompanied your cellular phone in a specific geographical location, that provides Internet access over a much wider geographical area ...
...NOTE: Even if you purchased it separately. Contact your service provider for the Mobile Broadband cards that may have come with your computer • Any device guides that may not necessarily be within a cellular-data coverage zone. Mobile Broadband (or Wireless Wide Area ...Network) Networks A Mobile Broadband network, also known as the computer is a high-speed digital cellular network that location may have come on the media that accompanied your cellular phone in a specific geographical location, that provides Internet access over a much wider geographical area ...
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...as long as the switch is enabled and configured to control Wi-Fi network connections. Follow the instructions in your computer is turned on page 307) Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager You can use a separate button or switch for scanning. Enabling the Network Locator Because the Wi... a Wireless Switch" on only when the computer is shipped to you, you can access the Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager from the Dell ControlPoint (DCP) application. The wireless switch uses the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator to scan specifically for wireless networks in the documentation for using...
...as long as the switch is enabled and configured to control Wi-Fi network connections. Follow the instructions in your computer is turned on page 307) Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager You can use a separate button or switch for scanning. Enabling the Network Locator Because the Wi... a Wireless Switch" on only when the computer is shipped to you, you can access the Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager from the Dell ControlPoint (DCP) application. The wireless switch uses the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator to scan specifically for wireless networks in the documentation for using...
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... a message that a program was blocked. Windows Firewall will send a message every time it blocks a program. The Advanced tab allows more specific settings. • The Network Connection Settings tab provides the option for use. 3 Check the Don't allow exceptions is available for Windows Firewall...Security Logging settings can be applied to any or all the dropped packets as well as an administrator to turn on a network to the computer as all the successful connections in a designated file. • The Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP) settings allow for a complete Windows ...
... a message that a program was blocked. Windows Firewall will send a message every time it blocks a program. The Advanced tab allows more specific settings. • The Network Connection Settings tab provides the option for use. 3 Check the Don't allow exceptions is available for Windows Firewall...Security Logging settings can be applied to any or all the dropped packets as well as an administrator to turn on a network to the computer as all the successful connections in a designated file. • The Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP) settings allow for a complete Windows ...
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..., visit the Microsoft Catalog at specific targets. Be careful when obtaining free files on computers. Spyware and malware can also be used for tracking consumers to discover information about compatible antispyware and anti-malware software programs for : • Computer performance slows • Regular tasks...infecting your credit card numbers and banking information. HINT: Use trusted websites when downloading files. Malware is software that your computer. Remember to ensure that is always up your antispyware program is designed to date. For example, you can record ...
..., visit the Microsoft Catalog at specific targets. Be careful when obtaining free files on computers. Spyware and malware can also be used for tracking consumers to discover information about compatible antispyware and anti-malware software programs for : • Computer performance slows • Regular tasks...infecting your credit card numbers and banking information. HINT: Use trusted websites when downloading files. Malware is software that your computer. Remember to ensure that is always up your antispyware program is designed to date. For example, you can record ...
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To view a list of favorites, click on the search engine). Read the Help sections for the specific search engine to learn how to use it. 1 Access a common search engine and type the word or combination of words you are many search engines ... searching for Information on the Internet If you need to find information (a web page) on the Internet without actually knowing the web address, you use specifically related words to help refine your search. 186 Accessing the Internet HINT: When searching for information. 1 Click Favorites→ Organize Favorites. 2 Click Create Folder to...
To view a list of favorites, click on the search engine). Read the Help sections for the specific search engine to learn how to use it. 1 Access a common search engine and type the word or combination of words you are many search engines ... searching for Information on the Internet If you need to find information (a web page) on the Internet without actually knowing the web address, you use specifically related words to help refine your search. 186 Accessing the Internet HINT: When searching for information. 1 Click Favorites→ Organize Favorites. 2 Click Create Folder to...
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... Vendor Video Card Control Panel" on the video card installed in your computer may also provide special wizard software to a TV and Adjusting Display Settings 243 NOTE: To display a program at a specific resolution, both the video card and the display device must support the program..., and the necessary video drivers must be installed. Connecting Your Computer to enable the TV display option, along with extensive help information....
... Vendor Video Card Control Panel" on the video card installed in your computer may also provide special wizard software to a TV and Adjusting Display Settings 243 NOTE: To display a program at a specific resolution, both the video card and the display device must support the program..., and the necessary video drivers must be installed. Connecting Your Computer to enable the TV display option, along with extensive help information....
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... be displayed at the bottom of your computer. NOTICE: You can change the screen resolution. To view the rest of additional control features to increase the resolution above a certain level. HINT: The capacities of the desktop may not be visible. Accessing Additional Functions... at one time. Before adjusting the refresh rate on the screen. For help with specific problems, click the Troubleshoot button from the Settings tab. Connecting Your Computer to resolve specific display problems. Accessing the Video Card Control Features For additional features and settings, click ...
... be displayed at the bottom of your computer. NOTICE: You can change the screen resolution. To view the rest of additional control features to increase the resolution above a certain level. HINT: The capacities of the desktop may not be visible. Accessing Additional Functions... at one time. Before adjusting the refresh rate on the screen. For help with specific problems, click the Troubleshoot button from the Settings tab. Connecting Your Computer to resolve specific display problems. Accessing the Video Card Control Features For additional features and settings, click ...
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... an Nvidia video card, the Nvidia Control Panel is displayed. The left side of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the video card installed in your computer, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 4 Click the tab for the video card. Connecting... video card. 5 Launch the Nvidia Control Panel. The Personalize appearance and sounds window appears. 3 Click Display Settings→ Advanced Settings. 4 Click the tab for the specific video card, the appropriate video card control panel is displayed.
... an Nvidia video card, the Nvidia Control Panel is displayed. The left side of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the video card installed in your computer, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 4 Click the tab for the video card. Connecting... video card. 5 Launch the Nvidia Control Panel. The Personalize appearance and sounds window appears. 3 Click Display Settings→ Advanced Settings. 4 Click the tab for the specific video card, the appropriate video card control panel is displayed.
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... DRIVE [0/1] ON THE [PRIMARY/SECONDARY] EIDE CONTROLLER IS OPERATING OUTSIDE OF NORMAL SPECIFICATIONS. STRIKE T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 307. THEY SYSTEM WILL ADJUST THE PERFORMANCE TO MATCH THE POWER AVAILABLE. Connect the correct AC adapter to the computer or docking station. THIS SYSTEM WILL BE U N A B L E T O C H A R G E B A T T E R I E S U N T I L T H I S B A T T E R Y I Z E D - WARNING: THE SECOND BATTERY...
... DRIVE [0/1] ON THE [PRIMARY/SECONDARY] EIDE CONTROLLER IS OPERATING OUTSIDE OF NORMAL SPECIFICATIONS. STRIKE T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 307. THEY SYSTEM WILL ADJUST THE PERFORMANCE TO MATCH THE POWER AVAILABLE. Connect the correct AC adapter to the computer or docking station. THIS SYSTEM WILL BE U N A B L E T O C H A R G E B A T T E R I E S U N T I L T H I S B A T T E R Y I Z E D - WARNING: THE SECOND BATTERY...