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... 35 Surge Protectors 35 Line Conditioners 36 Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS 36 3 Using the System Setup Program 37 Viewing the System Setup Screen 38 System Setup Screen 38 Commonly Used Options 38 Cleaning Your ... 42 4 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad . . . . 43 Numeric Keypad 43 Key Combinations 43 System Functions 43 Display Functions 43 Battery 43 Power Management 44 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions . . . 44 Dell™ QuickSet Key Combinations 44 Adjusting Keyboard Settings 44 Touch Pad 45 Customizing the Touch Pad 46 4 Contents
... 35 Surge Protectors 35 Line Conditioners 36 Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS 36 3 Using the System Setup Program 37 Viewing the System Setup Screen 38 System Setup Screen 38 Commonly Used Options 38 Cleaning Your ... 42 4 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad . . . . 43 Numeric Keypad 43 Key Combinations 43 System Functions 43 Display Functions 43 Battery 43 Power Management 44 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions . . . 44 Dell™ QuickSet Key Combinations 44 Adjusting Keyboard Settings 44 Touch Pad 45 Customizing the Touch Pad 46 4 Contents
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... 6 Using a Battery 49 Battery Performance 49 Checking the Battery Charge 50 Dell QuickSet Battery Meter 50 Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter 51 Charge Gauge 51 Low-Battery Warning 52 Conserving Battery Power 52 Configuring Power Management Settings . . . . . 52 Using the Sleep Power State 53 Charging the Battery 53 Replacing the Battery 54 Storing...
... 6 Using a Battery 49 Battery Performance 49 Checking the Battery Charge 50 Dell QuickSet Battery Meter 50 Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter 51 Charge Gauge 51 Low-Battery Warning 52 Conserving Battery Power 52 Configuring Power Management Settings . . . . . 52 Using the Sleep Power State 53 Charging the Battery 53 Replacing the Battery 54 Storing...
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Dell MediaDirect problems 106 Other software problems 107 Memory Problems 108 Network Problems 108 Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN 109 Power Problems 110 Printer Problems 111 Scanner Problems 112 Sound and Speaker Problems 112 No sound from integrated speakers 112 No sound from external speakers 113 ...
Dell MediaDirect problems 106 Other software problems 107 Memory Problems 108 Network Problems 108 Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN 109 Power Problems 110 Printer Problems 111 Scanner Problems 112 Sound and Speaker Problems 112 No sound from integrated speakers 112 No sound from external speakers 113 ...
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... Utility from the icon on your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on the screen. • Information on page 155. For more information on Dell QuickSet, see "Dell Support 3" on page 92. • How to use Windows Vista™ • How to work with programs and files • How to personalize my desktop ... problem, and then press or click the magnifying glass. 3 Click the topic that describes your computer. What Are You Looking For? For more information, see "Dell™ QuickSet" on network activity, the Power Management Wizard, hotkeys, and other items controlled by...
... Utility from the icon on your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on the screen. • Information on page 155. For more information on Dell QuickSet, see "Dell Support 3" on page 92. • How to use Windows Vista™ • How to work with programs and files • How to personalize my desktop ... problem, and then press or click the magnifying glass. 3 Click the topic that describes your computer. What Are You Looking For? For more information, see "Dell™ QuickSet" on network activity, the Power Management Wizard, hotkeys, and other items controlled by...
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Front View 12 3 14 13 4 12 5 6 11 10 1 camera indicator 3 display 5 keyboard 7 8-in-1 memory reader 9 audio connectors 11 touch pad 13 power button 20 About Your Computer 98 7 2 camera (optional) 4 media control buttons 6 fingerprint reader (optional) 8 microphone connector 10 touch pad buttons 12 media direct button 14 dual digital microphones (optional)
Front View 12 3 14 13 4 12 5 6 11 10 1 camera indicator 3 display 5 keyboard 7 8-in-1 memory reader 9 audio connectors 11 touch pad 13 power button 20 About Your Computer 98 7 2 camera (optional) 4 media control buttons 6 fingerprint reader (optional) 8 microphone connector 10 touch pad buttons 12 media direct button 14 dual digital microphones (optional)
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Provides the functionality of a mouse (see "Touch Pad" on page 63. Press the Dell MediaDirect button to turn off completely (may take several seconds). For more information, see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on when the scroll lock function is enabled. A Turns on when the numeric keypad (Num Lock) is enabled. D E L L ™ M E... losing data, turn on the computer or exit a power management mode (see "Using Dell MediaDirect™" on page 45). If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer by performing...
Provides the functionality of a mouse (see "Touch Pad" on page 63. Press the Dell MediaDirect button to turn off completely (may take several seconds). For more information, see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on when the scroll lock function is enabled. A Turns on when the numeric keypad (Num Lock) is enabled. D E L L ™ M E... losing data, turn on the computer or exit a power management mode (see "Using Dell MediaDirect™" on page 45). If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer by performing...
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... 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 cause fire or equipment damage. A C A D A P T E R C O N N E C T O R - About Your Computer 25 VIDEO CONNECTOR Connects video devices, such as a ...monitor. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to the cable. Attaches an AC adapter to the DC power required by the computer. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. The AC adapter converts AC...
... 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 cause fire or equipment damage. A C A D A P T E R C O N N E C T O R - About Your Computer 25 VIDEO CONNECTOR Connects video devices, such as a ...monitor. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to the cable. Attaches an AC adapter to the DC power required by the computer. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. The AC adapter converts AC...
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...cable from the network wall jack during electrical storms or after power interruptions. Compare joule ratings to protect against power fluctuations or power interruptions caused by nearby lightning strikes. Power Protection Devices Several devices are available to determine the relative ...outlet. NOTICE: Most surge protectors do not protect against power fluctuations and failures: • Surge protectors • Line conditioners • Uninterruptible power supplies (UPSs) Surge Protectors Surge protectors and power strips equipped with surge protection help prevent damage to ...
...cable from the network wall jack during electrical storms or after power interruptions. Compare joule ratings to protect against power fluctuations or power interruptions caused by nearby lightning strikes. Power Protection Devices Several devices are available to determine the relative ...outlet. NOTICE: Most surge protectors do not protect against power fluctuations and failures: • Surge protectors • Line conditioners • Uninterruptible power supplies (UPSs) Surge Protectors Surge protectors and power strips equipped with surge protection help prevent damage to ...
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... maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to maintain AC voltage at a fairly constant level. A UPS protects against power interruptions. The battery charges while AC power is being saved to the hard drive may result in data loss or file damage. UPS devices contain a battery that the... device is interrupted. See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on battery operating time and to ensure that provides temporary power to a separate power strip that provides surge protection. Connect other devices, such as a printer, to connected devices when AC...
... maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to maintain AC voltage at a fairly constant level. A UPS protects against power interruptions. The battery charges while AC power is being saved to the hard drive may result in data loss or file damage. UPS devices contain a battery that the... device is interrupted. See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on battery operating time and to ensure that provides temporary power to a separate power strip that provides surge protection. Connect other devices, such as a printer, to connected devices when AC...
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... key and Windows logo key and Windows logo key and Windows logo key and Minimizes all minimized windows. Dell™ QuickSet Key Combinations If Dell QuickSet is connected to a network). Opens the Search Results dialog box. Restores all open windows. This ..., and then click Help. For more information about Dell QuickSet key combinations, right-click the QuickSet icon in the Power Options Properties window (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 52). Power Management Activates a power management mode. Runs Windows Explorer. Opens the System Properties...
... key and Windows logo key and Windows logo key and Windows logo key and Minimizes all minimized windows. Dell™ QuickSet Key Combinations If Dell QuickSet is connected to a network). Opens the Search Results dialog box. Restores all open windows. This ..., and then click Help. For more information about Dell QuickSet key combinations, right-click the QuickSet icon in the Power Options Properties window (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 52). Power Management Activates a power management mode. Runs Windows Explorer. Opens the System Properties...
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Using the Display Adjusting Brightness When a Dell™ computer is connected to the previous settings if you change . NOTE: Brightness key combinations only affect the display on your portable computer, not monitors ... the external device. Before you change any of the display settings, make a note of the current settings so you can conserve power by your computer is running on battery power, you attach to your portable computer or docking device. Press to one not supported by setting the display brightness to the lowest...
Using the Display Adjusting Brightness When a Dell™ computer is connected to the previous settings if you change . NOTE: Brightness key combinations only affect the display on your portable computer, not monitors ... the external device. Before you change any of the display settings, make a note of the current settings so you can conserve power by your computer is running on battery power, you attach to your portable computer or docking device. Press to one not supported by setting the display brightness to the lowest...
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... programs such as standard equipment in the Windows notification area. One battery is significantly reduced when you use Windows Power Options Properties or Dell QuickSet to media. Operating time is supplied as complex 3D graphics applications. • Running the computer in maximum...icon in the battery bay. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell™ warranty for your computer, see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 52 or "Dell™ QuickSet" on page 155.) Using a Battery 49 For details, see the Product ...
... programs such as standard equipment in the Windows notification area. One battery is significantly reduced when you use Windows Power Options Properties or Dell QuickSet to media. Operating time is supplied as complex 3D graphics applications. • Running the computer in maximum...icon in the battery bay. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell™ warranty for your computer, see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 52 or "Dell™ QuickSet" on page 155.) Using a Battery 49 For details, see the Product ...
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... on disposing of batteries with household waste. CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of the following methods: • Dell QuickSet Battery Meter • Microsoft Windows battery meter icon located in the notification area • Battery charge/health gauge located on your... computer. Checking the Battery Charge You can also set power management options to alert you insert the battery into the computer. The battery is low. Do not use batteries from other computers ...
... on disposing of batteries with household waste. CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of the following methods: • Dell QuickSet Battery Meter • Microsoft Windows battery meter icon located in the notification area • Battery charge/health gauge located on your... computer. Checking the Battery Charge You can also set power management options to alert you insert the battery into the computer. The battery is low. Do not use batteries from other computers ...
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...QuickSet" on page 53). or • Click the icon in the notification area, click Power Options, and then select a plan in Dell QuickSet or the Power Options window. Conserving Battery Power To conserve battery power on your work immediately after a low-battery warning, then connect the computer to an electrical..., do one of the following : • Connect the computer to an electrical outlet when possible; You can use Dell QuickSet or Windows Power Options to use the Dell QuickSet Power Management wizard, right-click the QuickSet icon in the notification area, click Help, and then select...
...QuickSet" on page 53). or • Click the icon in the notification area, click Power Options, and then select a plan in Dell QuickSet or the Power Options window. Conserving Battery Power To conserve battery power on your work immediately after a low-battery warning, then connect the computer to an electrical..., do one of the following : • Connect the computer to an electrical outlet when possible; You can use Dell QuickSet or Windows Power Options to use the Dell QuickSet Power Management wizard, right-click the QuickSet icon in the notification area, click Help, and then select...
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.... • Press . When you like. Using the Sleep Power State Rather than shutting down your computer loses AC and battery power while in Sleep state, it may not charge when you set the power management options in the Windows Power Options or Dell QuickSet, use the Sleep power state to start charging if the battery light...
.... • Press . When you like. Using the Sleep Power State Rather than shutting down your computer loses AC and battery power while in Sleep state, it may not charge when you set the power management options in the Windows Power Options or Dell QuickSet, use the Sleep power state to start charging if the battery light...
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..., you may have a wireless network card. Your wireless router may not have wired Internet access through the Windows Vista Start button . 5 Disconnect your broadband modem power cable from the electrical outlet. 6 Disconnect the network cable from the computer and the modem. NOTE: The User Account Control window may open. 4 Click Continue...
..., you may have a wireless network card. Your wireless router may not have wired Internet access through the Windows Vista Start button . 5 Disconnect your broadband modem power cable from the electrical outlet. 6 Disconnect the network cable from the computer and the modem. NOTE: The User Account Control window may open. 4 Click Continue...
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... and your wireless router. • Configure your wireless router to communicate with your broadband router. • Find out your wireless router to ensure that no power connected to stabilize. The technical term for the broadband modem to the router. After 2 minutes, proceed to the step 13. 13 Start your computer and...
... and your wireless router. • Configure your wireless router to communicate with your broadband router. • Find out your wireless router to ensure that no power connected to stabilize. The technical term for the broadband modem to the router. After 2 minutes, proceed to the step 13. 13 Start your computer and...
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... successfully, you see a message stating that is known to be powered down completely. - NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to an electrical outlet that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your computer cannot display...
... successfully, you see a message stating that is known to be powered down completely. - NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to an electrical outlet that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your computer cannot display...
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... and may cause noise, which does not indicate a defect in the drive or the media. TU R N O F F S L E E P S T A T E I N W I N D O W S B E F O R E W R I T I C S - See "Using the Sleep Power State" on page 53 for information on page 40. See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 119. Try closing all DVD drives. See "Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems in all programs before you...
... and may cause noise, which does not indicate a defect in the drive or the media. TU R N O F F S L E E P S T A T E I N W I N D O W S B E F O R E W R I T I C S - See "Using the Sleep Power State" on page 53 for information on page 40. See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 119. Try closing all DVD drives. See "Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems in all programs before you...
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... not with the external keyboard, you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off, then restart your computer. R U N T H E K E Y B O A R... D D I A G N O S T I C K E Y P A D - If the tests indicate a defective external keyboard, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 164). The computer stops responding NOTICE: You might lose data if you begin any of letters. Unexpected characters DI S A B L E T H E N U M E R I C S T...
... not with the external keyboard, you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off, then restart your computer. R U N T H E K E Y B O A R... D D I A G N O S T I C K E Y P A D - If the tests indicate a defective external keyboard, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 164). The computer stops responding NOTICE: You might lose data if you begin any of letters. Unexpected characters DI S A B L E T H E N U M E R I C S T...