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...Up Your Internet Connection To set up your ISP: 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Click the Windows Vista Start button → Control Panel 3 Under Network and Internet, click Connect to the Internet. 4 In the Connect to the Internet window, click either Broadband... wizard. NOTE: If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your computer and to the Internet, see the Dell Technology Guide. If you cannot connect to the telephone wall connector before you need a modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (...
...Up Your Internet Connection To set up your ISP: 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Click the Windows Vista Start button → Control Panel 3 Under Network and Internet, click Connect to the Internet. 4 In the Connect to the Internet window, click either Broadband... wizard. NOTE: If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your computer and to the Internet, see the Dell Technology Guide. If you cannot connect to the telephone wall connector before you need a modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (...
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...Computer Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System 1 Click the Windows Vista Start button , and then click Transfer files and settings→ Start Windows Easy Transfer. 2 In the User Account Control dialog box, click Continue. 3 Click Start a new transfer or Continue a transfer in step 3, continue to step 5. ...your ISP to complete the setup. Microsoft Windows® XP 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Click Start→ Internet Explorer→ Connect to the Internet. 3 In the next window, click the appropriate option: • If you do not ...
...Computer Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System 1 Click the Windows Vista Start button , and then click Transfer files and settings→ Start Windows Easy Transfer. 2 In the User Account Control dialog box, click Continue. 3 Click Start a new transfer or Continue a transfer in step 3, continue to step 5. ...your ISP to complete the setup. Microsoft Windows® XP 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Click Start→ Internet Explorer→ Connect to the Internet. 3 In the next window, click the appropriate option: • If you do not ...
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For instructions on removable media, such as a writable CD, for the file transfer: 1 Open the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard: click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ Files and Settings Transfer Wizard. 2 When the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard welcome screen appears, click ...
For instructions on removable media, such as a writable CD, for the file transfer: 1 Open the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard: click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ Files and Settings Transfer Wizard. 2 When the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard welcome screen appears, click ...
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... settings and files and click Next. screen, click I want to create a Wizard Disk in the following steps: 1 Open the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard: click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ Files and Settings Transfer Wizard. 2 When the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard welcome screen appears, click...
... settings and files and click Next. screen, click I want to create a Wizard Disk in the following steps: 1 Open the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard: click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ Files and Settings Transfer Wizard. 2 When the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard welcome screen appears, click...
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...media) and click OK. 3 On the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard welcome screen, click Next. 4 On the Which computer is this procedure, search support.dell.com for transferring your new computer. 6 When the disk creation completes and the Now go to your old computer message appears, do you want to... transfer and click Next. To copy data from the old computer: 1 On the old computer, insert the wizard disk, and click Start→ Run. 2 In the Open field on the screen. screen, click Old Computer→ Next. 5 On the Select a transfer method screen, click the transfer...
...media) and click OK. 3 On the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard welcome screen, click Next. 4 On the Which computer is this procedure, search support.dell.com for transferring your new computer. 6 When the disk creation completes and the Now go to your old computer message appears, do you want to... transfer and click Next. To copy data from the old computer: 1 On the old computer, insert the wizard disk, and click Start→ Run. 2 In the Open field on the screen. screen, click Old Computer→ Next. 5 On the Select a transfer method screen, click the transfer...
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Specifications NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. Processor Processor types: Vostro 420: Vostro 220, 220s: Level 2 (L2) cache Front side bus Intel® Core™2 Quad, Core™2 Duo processors Intel Core™2 Duo, Celeron®, Pentium®...of your computer, click Start→ Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer. For more information regarding the configuration of 10/100/1000 Mbps communication Memory Type Memory connectors Memory modules supported DDR2 800 MHz SDRAM (DDR2 667 MHz capable) Vostro 420: four Vostro 220/220s: two 512...
Specifications NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. Processor Processor types: Vostro 420: Vostro 220, 220s: Level 2 (L2) cache Front side bus Intel® Core™2 Quad, Core™2 Duo processors Intel Core™2 Duo, Celeron®, Pentium®...of your computer, click Start→ Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer. For more information regarding the configuration of 10/100/1000 Mbps communication Memory Type Memory connectors Memory modules supported DDR2 800 MHz SDRAM (DDR2 667 MHz capable) Vostro 420: four Vostro 220/220s: two 512...
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... (continued) Front panel audio HDA header Processor Memory Power 12V Power one 10-pin connector one 775-pin connector Vostro 420: four 240-pin connectors Vostro 220/220s: two 240-pin connectors one 4-pin connector one 24-pin connector Controls and Lights Front of computer:... Link integrity light (on green light - solid blue for power-on page 50). System is in sleep state; off - Solid amber when the computer does not start indicates the system board cannot start...
... (continued) Front panel audio HDA header Processor Memory Power 12V Power one 10-pin connector one 775-pin connector Vostro 420: four 240-pin connectors Vostro 220/220s: two 240-pin connectors one 4-pin connector one 24-pin connector Controls and Lights Front of computer:... Link integrity light (on green light - solid blue for power-on page 50). System is in sleep state; off - Solid amber when the computer does not start indicates the system board cannot start...
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For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Tools Power Lights The two-color power-button light located on the front of the computer turns on and blinks or remains ...power light is blinking amber, the computer is receiving electrical power, a device such as a memory module or graphics card might emit a series of beeps during start-up if the monitor cannot display errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. Troubleshooting 39 Troubleshooting CAUTION: To guard ...
For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Tools Power Lights The two-color power-button light located on the front of the computer turns on and blinks or remains ...power light is blinking amber, the computer is receiving electrical power, a device such as a memory module or graphics card might emit a series of beeps during start-up if the monitor cannot display errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. Troubleshooting 39 Troubleshooting CAUTION: To guard ...
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...connector placement requirements exist (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com). 2 Verify that the memory modules that you have two or more serious cause (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 48). If the computer starts normally, reinstall an additional module. Continue until you are ... the modules, reinstall one module (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com), and then restart the computer. failure. If your computer beeps during start-up: 1 Write down the beep code. 2 Run the Dell Diagnostics to identify a more memory modules are compatible with your computer...
...connector placement requirements exist (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com). 2 Verify that the memory modules that you have two or more serious cause (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 48). If the computer starts normally, reinstall an additional module. Continue until you are ... the modules, reinstall one module (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com), and then restart the computer. failure. If your computer beeps during start-up: 1 Write down the beep code. 2 Run the Dell Diagnostics to identify a more memory modules are compatible with your computer...
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...Run the Windows error-checking utility to charge the battery. O F- Connect your Service Manual at support.dell.com). OP E R A T I R E D . The optional ROM has failed. D L L F I L E W A S N O T F O U N D - Microsoft® Windows Vista®: 1 Click the Windows Vista start button → Control Panel→ Programs→ Programs and Features. 2 Select the program you want ... for instructions (click Start→ Help and Support). SECTOR NOT FOUND - Run the System Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on the hard drive. Contact Dell (see your computer ...
...Run the Windows error-checking utility to charge the battery. O F- Connect your Service Manual at support.dell.com). OP E R A T I R E D . The optional ROM has failed. D L L F I L E W A S N O T F O U N D - Microsoft® Windows Vista®: 1 Click the Windows Vista start button → Control Panel→ Programs→ Programs and Features. 2 Select the program you want ... for instructions (click Start→ Help and Support). SECTOR NOT FOUND - Run the System Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on the hard drive. Contact Dell (see your computer ...
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..." on page 48). If the problem persists, contact Dell (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com for assistance. 46 Troubleshooting O F - The time or date stored in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 71). T H E D E V I C E I L E D - Replace the battery, or connect the computer to complete the start routine three consecutive times for the same error...
..." on page 48). If the problem persists, contact Dell (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com for assistance. 46 Troubleshooting O F - The time or date stored in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 71). T H E D E V I C E I L E D - Replace the battery, or connect the computer to complete the start routine three consecutive times for the same error...
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...R D -D I S K D R I V E R E A D F A I N T E R R U P T - DELL RECOMMENDS THAT YOU BACK UP YOUR DATA REGULARLY. USB OVER CURRENT ERROR - Possible hard drive failure during harddrive start the search. HARD DRIVE SELF MONITORING SYSTEM HAS REPORTED THAT A PARAMETER HAS EXCEEDED ITS NORMAL OPERATING RANGE. Keyboard failure...drive POST. Check cables, swap hard disks, or see your Service Manual at support.dell.com). This feature can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to start test (see "Contacting Dell" on page 71 for assistance). Processor fan failure. N O T I M E R T I C K I...
...R D -D I S K D R I V E R E A D F A I N T E R R U P T - DELL RECOMMENDS THAT YOU BACK UP YOUR DATA REGULARLY. USB OVER CURRENT ERROR - Possible hard drive failure during harddrive start the search. HARD DRIVE SELF MONITORING SYSTEM HAS REPORTED THAT A PARAMETER HAS EXCEEDED ITS NORMAL OPERATING RANGE. Keyboard failure...drive POST. Check cables, swap hard disks, or see your Service Manual at support.dell.com). This feature can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to start test (see "Contacting Dell" on page 71 for assistance). Processor fan failure. N O T I M E R T I C K I...
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...system setup program and is active. See your Service Manual at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. It is optional and may not ship with your computer, perform the checks in the search field and press to start the search. 3 In the Fix a Problem section, click Hardware ...the option that you print these procedures before you experience a problem with your hard drive or from the Dell Drivers and Utilities media. 48 Troubleshooting Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ Help and Support. 2 Type hardware troubleshooter in Lockups and Software Problems (see the Regulatory Compliance...
...system setup program and is active. See your Service Manual at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. It is optional and may not ship with your computer, perform the checks in the search field and press to start the search. 3 In the Fix a Problem section, click Hardware ...the option that you print these procedures before you experience a problem with your hard drive or from the Dell Drivers and Utilities media. 48 Troubleshooting Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ Help and Support. 2 Type hardware troubleshooter in Lockups and Software Problems (see the Regulatory Compliance...
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... wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to be working properly. 2 Turn on the screen. Troubleshooting 49 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Dell Drivers and Utilities Media 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities media. 2 Shut down your hard drive, and follow the instructions on...a message stating that appears and press . 5 Type 1 to proceed. 6 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. On the next start-up, the computer starts according to the devices specified in the system setup program. 3 When the boot device list appears, highlight CD...
... wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to be working properly. 2 Turn on the screen. Troubleshooting 49 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Dell Drivers and Utilities Media 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities media. 2 Shut down your hard drive, and follow the instructions on...a message stating that appears and press . 5 Type 1 to proceed. 6 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. On the next start-up, the computer starts according to the devices specified in the system setup program. 3 When the boot device list appears, highlight CD...
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... on the screen. The computer is either turned off or is working by testing it with your Service Manual at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices information, see your computer. Troubleshooting Tips Follow these tips when troubleshooting your computer:... Power Problems CAUTION: Before you added or removed a part before the problem started, review the installation procedures and ensure that the part is correctly installed (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com). • If a device does not work, ensure that the device...
... on the screen. The computer is either turned off or is working by testing it with your Service Manual at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices information, see your computer. Troubleshooting Tips Follow these tips when troubleshooting your computer:... Power Problems CAUTION: Before you added or removed a part before the problem started, review the installation procedures and ensure that the part is correctly installed (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com). • If a device does not work, ensure that the device...
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...; See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com) to perform an operating system shutdown. 52 Troubleshooting IF YOU EXPERIENCE OTHER MEMORY PROBLEMS - • Reseat the memory modules... page 31. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com). • Ensure that the memory you are following the memory installation guidelines (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 48). The computer does not start up ENSURE THAT THE POWER CABLE IS...
...; See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at support.dell.com) to perform an operating system shutdown. 52 Troubleshooting IF YOU EXPERIENCE OTHER MEMORY PROBLEMS - • Reseat the memory modules... page 31. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com). • Ensure that the memory you are following the memory installation guidelines (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 48). The computer does not start up ENSURE THAT THE POWER CABLE IS...
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... click the Applications tab. 2 Click to select the program that is designed for at least 8 to non-XP operating system environments. 1 Click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ Program Compatibility Wizard→ Next. 2 Follow the instructions on your keyboard or moving your computer. If ... similar to get a response by pressing a key on the screen. If you are unable to non-Windows Vista operating system environments. 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Use an older program with this version of Windows. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3...
... click the Applications tab. 2 Click to select the program that is designed for at least 8 to non-XP operating system environments. 1 Click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ Program Compatibility Wizard→ Next. 2 Follow the instructions on your keyboard or moving your computer. If ... similar to get a response by pressing a key on the screen. If you are unable to non-Windows Vista operating system environments. 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Use an older program with this version of Windows. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3...
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...- • Ensure that the program is free and can be customized for content, format, and how frequently you are unable to support.dell.com/technicalupdate. 54 Troubleshooting BACK UP YOUR FILES IMMEDIATELY • Use a virus-scanning program to check the hard drive, floppy disks, ...CDs, or DVDs • Save and close any open files or programs and shut down your computer through the Start menu Dell Technical Update Service The Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e-mail notification of software and hardware updates for information. • Ensure that the program ...
...- • Ensure that the program is free and can be customized for content, format, and how frequently you are unable to support.dell.com/technicalupdate. 54 Troubleshooting BACK UP YOUR FILES IMMEDIATELY • Use a virus-scanning program to check the hard drive, floppy disks, ...CDs, or DVDs • Save and close any open files or programs and shut down your computer through the Start menu Dell Technical Update Service The Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e-mail notification of software and hardware updates for information. • Ensure that the program ...
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... (?) at the top of your computing environment. NOTE: If the Dell Support Utility is not available from the Start menu. icon on the taskbar or from the Start button. Dell Support Utility The Dell Support Utility is installed on your computer and available from the Dell Support, , icon on the taskbar or from the If the...
... (?) at the top of your computing environment. NOTE: If the Dell Support Utility is not available from the Start menu. icon on the taskbar or from the Start button. Dell Support Utility The Dell Support Utility is installed on your computer and available from the Dell Support, , icon on the taskbar or from the If the...