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... computer. 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. It also provides access to documentation for your computer and devices installed on your question. 5 Follow the instructions...
... computer. 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. It also provides access to documentation for your computer and devices installed on your question. 5 Follow the instructions...
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FOR MORE INFORMATION: See Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Control Panel To manage viewing features and computer functions, click Start or → Control Panel. 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
FOR MORE INFORMATION: See Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Control Panel To manage viewing features and computer functions, click Start or → Control Panel. 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
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Device Specifications 1 Click Start or → All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ System Information. 2 Double click Components to expand the Components category. 3 Click the device ...
Device Specifications 1 Click Start or → All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ System Information. 2 Double click Components to expand the Components category. 3 Click the device ...
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... If a program is available in the following sources: Device guides Windows Help and Support See Microsoft Windows Help and Support to search for a specific program: Windows Vista® 1 Click Start →Search. 2 Enter the name of the program and click Search. The "Networking and the...field. 3 Press . Wireless Networking Wireless network information is not listed under All Programs, use the Search feature to access device guide for the specific wireless card installed in your computer. Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Search→ All Files or Folders. 2 Enter the ...
... If a program is available in the following sources: Device guides Windows Help and Support See Microsoft Windows Help and Support to search for a specific program: Windows Vista® 1 Click Start →Search. 2 Enter the name of the program and click Search. The "Networking and the...field. 3 Press . Wireless Networking Wireless network information is not listed under All Programs, use the Search feature to access device guide for the specific wireless card installed in your computer. Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Search→ All Files or Folders. 2 Enter the ...
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..., 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 video card and the display must support the resolution, and the necessary video drivers must be installed. Windows Vista® 1 Right-click...
..., 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 video card and the display must support the resolution, and the necessary video drivers must be installed. Windows Vista® 1 Right-click...
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..., punctuation, 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...
..., punctuation, 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...
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See your printer(s) through the Start button. Printers-Settings and Drivers 71 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.
See your printer(s) through the Start button. Printers-Settings and Drivers 71 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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... MORE INFORMATION: To learn more than one computer. A shared printer is connected to a network, you can use most often as the default printer.To set a specific printer as your default printer, right-click on the printer icon, and select Set as the default. A checkmark appears above the icon of the printer...
... MORE INFORMATION: To learn more than one computer. A shared printer is connected to a network, you can use most often as the default printer.To set a specific printer as your default printer, right-click on the printer icon, and select Set as the default. A checkmark appears above the icon of the printer...
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...and peripherals on page 151. • Router - DSL broadband access is marketed by ISPs-cable and DSL. If you can choose between two specific types of broadband access offered by telephone companies, but it is used to provide the broadband service; For information on broadband connection, see "Broadband...is not available at all locations. What You Need to Set up a LAN • Cable or DSL broadband modem with your router for specific details. You can purchase your own broadband modem or use the ISP's modem for a monthly equipment fee added to your computer or computer ...
...and peripherals on page 151. • Router - DSL broadband access is marketed by ISPs-cable and DSL. If you can choose between two specific types of broadband access offered by telephone companies, but it is used to provide the broadband service; For information on broadband connection, see "Broadband...is not available at all locations. What You Need to Set up a LAN • Cable or DSL broadband modem with your router for specific details. You can purchase your own broadband modem or use the ISP's modem for a monthly equipment fee added to your computer or computer ...
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... 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 your computer to the Network From your computer's Control Panel, click Network and Internet connections→ Network and Sharing Center. The Network...
... 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 your computer to the Network From your computer's Control Panel, click Network and Internet connections→ Network and Sharing Center. The Network...
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...2 Ensure 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 computer to a WLAN, see the device guides that came with your computer or look for related topics in Windows Help and... Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Specific network names and configuration details vary. Windows Vista® 1 Click Start → Network. 2 Click Network and Sharing Center on the navigation...
...2 Ensure 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 computer to a WLAN, see the device guides that came with your computer or look for related topics in Windows Help and... Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Specific network names and configuration details vary. Windows Vista® 1 Click Start → Network. 2 Click Network and Sharing Center on the navigation...
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... a high-speed digital cellular network that provides Internet access over a much wider geographical area than a WLAN, which typically covers only from your cellular phone in a specific geographical location, that accompanied your service provider for coverage details. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about Mobile Broadband networks (Wireless Wide Area Networks), see...
... a high-speed digital cellular network that provides Internet access over a much wider geographical area than a WLAN, which typically covers only from your cellular phone in a specific geographical location, that accompanied your service provider for coverage details. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about Mobile Broadband networks (Wireless Wide Area Networks), see...
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...vicinity. Enabling the Network Locator Because the Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator may use when your computer is enabled and configured to scan specifically for using the wireless switch or button. DCP icon Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 167 To scan for a wireless network... functions regardless of whether your computer is turned off , or in position for scanning. You can accomplish this task through: • Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager • System BIOS, available through the system setup program (see "Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Card With a Wireless Switch...
...vicinity. Enabling the Network Locator Because the Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator may use when your computer is enabled and configured to scan specifically for using the wireless switch or button. DCP icon Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 167 To scan for a wireless network... functions regardless of whether your computer is turned off , or in position for scanning. You can accomplish this task through: • Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager • System BIOS, available through the system setup program (see "Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Card With a Wireless Switch...
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... a checkmark (On) or red with one another choice. The Exceptions tab allows certain program types to boost the security settings. The Advanced tab allows more specific settings. • The Network Connection Settings tab provides the option for Windows Firewall to be applied to any or all the successful connections in a designated...
... a checkmark (On) or red with one another choice. The Exceptions tab allows certain program types to boost the security settings. The Advanced tab allows more specific settings. • The Network Connection Settings tab provides the option for Windows Firewall to be applied to any or all the successful connections in a designated...
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... are available to prevent spyware and malware from infecting your credit card numbers and banking information. Watch for Windows Vista, visit the Microsoft Catalog at specific targets. Be careful when obtaining free files on computers. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about individuals who do not protect their computers. Several indicators...
... are available to prevent spyware and malware from infecting your credit card numbers and banking information. Watch for Windows Vista, visit the Microsoft Catalog at specific targets. Be careful when obtaining free files on computers. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about individuals who do not protect their computers. Several indicators...
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...the search field. A list of favorites, click on the search engine). HINT: When searching for information, make sure that you use specifically related words to help refine your list. Each search engine may behave differently. Read the Help sections for Information on the Internet If you...without actually knowing the web address, you are many search engines to choose from your search. 186 Accessing the Internet Searching for the specific search engine to learn how to use a search engine to help refine the search. There are searching for information. Most search ...
...the search field. A list of favorites, click on the search engine). HINT: When searching for information, make sure that you use specifically related words to help refine your list. Each search engine may behave differently. Read the Help sections for Information on the Internet If you...without actually knowing the web address, you are many search engines to choose from your search. 186 Accessing the Internet Searching for the specific search engine to learn how to use a search engine to help refine the search. There are searching for information. Most search ...
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... through the Display Properties menu. The video card control panel may have a special video control panel with custom display settings. 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.
... through the Display Properties menu. The video card control panel may have a special video control panel with custom display settings. 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.
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... The capacities of your computer. Select the resolution, color level, and refresh rate. From the Advanced tab, select the tab specific for the monitor. In pan mode, the entire screen cannot be able to increase the resolution above a certain level. NOTICE:...Adjusting Display Settings 245 To view the rest of additional control features to resolve specific display problems. Accessing the Video Card Control Features For additional features and settings, click Advanced. For help with specific problems, click the Troubleshoot button from the Settings tab. Accessing Additional Functions ...
... The capacities of your computer. Select the resolution, color level, and refresh rate. From the Advanced tab, select the tab specific for the monitor. In pan mode, the entire screen cannot be able to increase the resolution above a certain level. NOTICE:...Adjusting Display Settings 245 To view the rest of additional control features to resolve specific display problems. Accessing the Video Card Control Features For additional features and settings, click Advanced. For help with specific problems, click the Troubleshoot button from the Settings tab. Accessing Additional Functions ...
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... card installed in your computer, the video control panel may be available with custom display settings. This tab will display the manufacturer's name for the specific video card, the appropriate video card control panel is displayed. When you enable your TV as a display device and set the display options: • TV...
... card installed in your computer, the video control panel may be available with custom display settings. This tab will display the manufacturer's name for the specific video card, the appropriate video card control panel is displayed. When you enable your TV as a display device and set the display options: • TV...
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... THE [PRIMARY/SECONDARY] EIDE CONTROLLER IS OPERATING OUTSIDE OF NORMAL SPECIFICATIONS. EITHER UNDOCK OR INSERT AN APPROPRIATE ADAPTER. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST PERFORMANCE. 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 - HIT F1 TO CONTINUE. Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337). PRESS F1 TO SHUTDOWN THE S YS T E M . WA...
... THE [PRIMARY/SECONDARY] EIDE CONTROLLER IS OPERATING OUTSIDE OF NORMAL SPECIFICATIONS. EITHER UNDOCK OR INSERT AN APPROPRIATE ADAPTER. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST PERFORMANCE. 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 - HIT F1 TO CONTINUE. Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337). PRESS F1 TO SHUTDOWN THE S YS T E M . WA...