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You have two modes of operating your computer running Ubuntu. • Dell customized mode with Ubuntu if you opted for Ubuntu operating system. Overview Overview Your Dell computer is preconfigured with a Launcher • Classic Ubuntu mode The two modes have been described in... the following chapters. To learn more about Ubuntu operating system, see Help and Support (Click and Support). → System→ Help 4 This document ...
You have two modes of operating your computer running Ubuntu. • Dell customized mode with Ubuntu if you opted for Ubuntu operating system. Overview Overview Your Dell computer is preconfigured with a Launcher • Classic Ubuntu mode The two modes have been described in... the following chapters. To learn more about Ubuntu operating system, see Help and Support (Click and Support). → System→ Help 4 This document ...
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... icon to minimize all windows and to display the Launcher. 6 5 Ubuntu Icon Click on this icon menu to access Preferences, Places (useful file locations), and Help and Support. 6 Running Tasks Click the required tab to view the associated window. 7 Panel The panel provides quick access to open running tasks on desktop... icon to know the status of the battery. 10 Network Status Indicator Click on a bookmark to know the network signal strength. Getting Started With Your Dell Desktop 1 Launcher The Launcher organizes applications and website bookmarks into categories.
... icon to minimize all windows and to display the Launcher. 6 5 Ubuntu Icon Click on this icon menu to access Preferences, Places (useful file locations), and Help and Support. 6 Running Tasks Click the required tab to view the associated window. 7 Panel The panel provides quick access to open running tasks on desktop... icon to know the status of the battery. 10 Network Status Indicator Click on a bookmark to know the network signal strength. Getting Started With Your Dell Desktop 1 Launcher The Launcher organizes applications and website bookmarks into categories.
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Getting Started with Ubuntu® System Preferences and Administration From the System menu you can control the appearance and operation of your computer and get help. • Select Preferences for settings of time that the Activate screensaver when computer is idle checkbox is active checkbox. 6. The Screensaver Preferences window appears. 2. Adjust ...
Getting Started with Ubuntu® System Preferences and Administration From the System menu you can control the appearance and operation of your computer and get help. • Select Preferences for settings of time that the Activate screensaver when computer is idle checkbox is active checkbox. 6. The Screensaver Preferences window appears. 2. Adjust ...
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...; Add Bookmark or press . Click File→ Create Folder, or rightclick and select Create Folder, or press . 3. To add a bookmark 1. Use the bookmarks feature to help you to view, create, organize, and search for your files and folders using an interface similar to bookmarks in the lower portion of the side...
...; Add Bookmark or press . Click File→ Create Folder, or rightclick and select Create Folder, or press . 3. To add a bookmark 1. Use the bookmarks feature to help you to view, create, organize, and search for your files and folders using an interface similar to bookmarks in the lower portion of the side...
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...limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. A00 Macrovision Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that helps you how to hardware or loss of data and tells you make better use of your computer. Information in any .... Use of this copyright protection technology must be used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Vostro, Wi-Fi Catcher, DellConnect, are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Dell Inc. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for home and other rights owners. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows ...
...limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. A00 Macrovision Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that helps you how to hardware or loss of data and tells you make better use of your computer. Information in any .... Use of this copyright protection technology must be used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Vostro, Wi-Fi Catcher, DellConnect, are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Dell Inc. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for home and other rights owners. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows ...
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... Problems. . 33 Dell Technical Update Service . . . 35 Dell Support Utility 35 Dell Diagnostics 36 Reinstalling Software 39 Drivers 39 Identifying Drivers 39 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 39 Restoring Your Operating System . . 41 Using Microsoft® Windows® System Restore 42 Using the Operating System Media 43 4 Finding Information 45 Getting Help 49 Obtaining Assistance...
... Problems. . 33 Dell Technical Update Service . . . 35 Dell Support Utility 35 Dell Diagnostics 36 Reinstalling Software 39 Drivers 39 Identifying Drivers 39 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 39 Restoring Your Operating System . . 41 Using Microsoft® Windows® System Restore 42 Using the Operating System Media 43 4 Finding Information 45 Getting Help 49 Obtaining Assistance...
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... the cable. Lets you disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp the connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly, but gently to help prevent damage to the power strip or electrical outlet may not fit your computer turned on . I N - 1 M E D I T Y C A B L E S L O T - Provides a fast and convenient way to the computer. USB...
... the cable. Lets you disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp the connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly, but gently to help prevent damage to the power strip or electrical outlet may not fit your computer turned on . I N - 1 M E D I T Y C A B L E S L O T - Provides a fast and convenient way to the computer. USB...
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... 533/667/800 MHz DDR2 SODIMM NOTE: For instructions on upgrading your computer. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start→Help and Support and select the option to view information about your memory, see the Service Manual on the...
... 533/667/800 MHz DDR2 SODIMM NOTE: For instructions on upgrading your computer. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start→Help and Support and select the option to view information about your memory, see the Service Manual on the...
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This message may help support personnel to diagnose and fix the problem(s). • If an error message occurs in the search field and press to follow the remaining troubleshooting ... the problem started, review the installation procedures and ensure that best describes the problem and click Next to start the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1 Click Start→Help and Support. 2 Type hardware troubleshooter in a program, see the program documentation. 31 Using the Hardware Troubleshooter To start the search. 3 In the Fix a Problem section...
This message may help support personnel to diagnose and fix the problem(s). • If an error message occurs in the search field and press to follow the remaining troubleshooting ... the problem started, review the installation procedures and ensure that best describes the problem and click Next to start the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1 Click Start→Help and Support. 2 Type hardware troubleshooter in a program, see the program documentation. 31 Using the Hardware Troubleshooter To start the search. 3 In the Fix a Problem section...
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...safety instructions that pertain to the problem your computer is experiencing. 2 See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 36 for procedures on how to the proper support personnel. Getting Help 4 Use Dell's extensive suite of Dell Support online. 5 If the preceding steps have an Express Service Code, ... Checklist" on page 54. If you experience a problem with any necessary procedures. NOTE: Dell's Express Service Code system may not be available in all electrical outlets. Getting Help Obtaining Assistance CAUTION: If you need to remove the computer cover, first disconnect the computer ...
...safety instructions that pertain to the problem your computer is experiencing. 2 See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 36 for procedures on how to the proper support personnel. Getting Help 4 Use Dell's extensive suite of Dell Support online. 5 If the preceding steps have an Express Service Code, ... Checklist" on page 54. If you experience a problem with any necessary procedures. NOTE: Dell's Express Service Code system may not be available in all electrical outlets. Getting Help Obtaining Assistance CAUTION: If you need to remove the computer cover, first disconnect the computer ...
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... all locations outside the continental U.S. Our support staff uses computer-based diagnostics to support.dell.com. Technical Support and Customer Service Dell's support service is available to answer your region or go to provide fast, accurate answers. Getting Help the Dell Accessories folder, double-click the Express Service Code icon, and follow the directions.
... all locations outside the continental U.S. Our support staff uses computer-based diagnostics to support.dell.com. Technical Support and Customer Service Dell's support service is available to answer your region or go to provide fast, accurate answers. Getting Help the Dell Accessories folder, double-click the Express Service Code icon, and follow the directions.
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... the telephone number to call for the information needed to your region, see "Contacting Dell" on your password Getting Help AutoTech Service Dell's automated support service-AutoTech- A recording prompts you for your region, see "Contacting Dell" on the status of any Dell products that you have ordered, you can call AutoTech, use your e-mail address...
... the telephone number to call for the information needed to your region, see "Contacting Dell" on your password Getting Help AutoTech Service Dell's automated support service-AutoTech- A recording prompts you for your region, see "Contacting Dell" on the status of any Dell products that you have ordered, you can call AutoTech, use your e-mail address...
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...computer documentation is available. Product Information If you need information about additional products available from Dell, or if you would like to call from a telephone at the computer itself. The code helps Dell's automated-support telephone system direct your call . You may also be asked for ...your region or to speak to a sales specialist, see "Contacting Dell" on page 54. If possible, turn on your computer before...
...computer documentation is available. Product Information If you need information about additional products available from Dell, or if you would like to call from a telephone at the computer itself. The code helps Dell's automated-support telephone system direct your call . You may also be asked for ...your region or to speak to a sales specialist, see "Contacting Dell" on page 54. If possible, turn on your computer before...
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...your operating system documentation to a network? Getting Help Diagnostics Checklist Name: Date: Address: Phone number: Service Tag (bar code on the back or bottom of the computer): Express Service Code: Return Material Authorization Number (if provided by Dell support technician): Operating system and version: Devices:... Expansion cards: Are you performed: 53 If the computer is connected to a printer, print each file before calling Dell. Otherwise, record the contents of the system's start-up files. Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: Description of problem ...
...your operating system documentation to a network? Getting Help Diagnostics Checklist Name: Date: Address: Phone number: Service Tag (bar code on the back or bottom of the computer): Express Service Code: Return Material Authorization Number (if provided by Dell support technician): Operating system and version: Devices:... Expansion cards: Are you performed: 53 If the computer is connected to a printer, print each file before calling Dell. Otherwise, record the contents of the system's start-up files. Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: Description of problem ...
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Getting Help Contacting Dell NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you . 54 Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. To contact Dell for you can find contact information on your need. 3 Choose the method of the page, and select the appropriate ... drop-down menu at the bottom of the page. 2 Click Contact Us on the left side of contacting Dell that is convenient for sales, technical support, or customer service issues: 1 Visit support.dell.com, and verify your country or region in your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or...
Getting Help Contacting Dell NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you . 54 Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. To contact Dell for you can find contact information on your need. 3 Choose the method of the page, and select the appropriate ... drop-down menu at the bottom of the page. 2 Click Contact Us on the left side of contacting Dell that is convenient for sales, technical support, or customer service issues: 1 Visit support.dell.com, and verify your country or region in your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or...