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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 ... the display is blank 114 If the display is difficult to read 115 If only part of the display is readable 116 Drivers 116 What Is a Driver 116 Identifying Drivers 117 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 117 Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems in the Windows Vista® Operating System 119 Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows...
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 ... the display is blank 114 If the display is difficult to read 115 If only part of the display is readable 116 Drivers 116 What Is a Driver 116 Identifying Drivers 117 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 117 Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems in the Windows Vista® Operating System 119 Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows...
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... For? Readme files may be included on your Drivers and Utilities media to provide last-minute updates about technical changes to reinstall drivers (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 117) or run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on your computer. Finding Information NOTE: ...with your computer. NOTE: Additional information may not be found at support.dell.com. You can be available in certain countries. Finding Information 13 NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can use the Drivers and Utilities media to your computer. Find It Here • A ...
... For? Readme files may be included on your Drivers and Utilities media to provide last-minute updates about technical changes to reinstall drivers (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 117) or run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on your computer. Finding Information NOTE: ...with your computer. NOTE: Additional information may not be found at support.dell.com. You can be available in certain countries. Finding Information 13 NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can use the Drivers and Utilities media to your computer. Find It Here • A ...
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... computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers • Downloads - Online discussion with support • Dell Technical Update Service - NSS automatically & Downloads. Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Notebook System Software (NSS) - Proactive e-mail notification of your Dell computer. 2 Enter your Service Tag or product model, and then click Go. 3 Select your operating...
... computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers • Downloads - Online discussion with support • Dell Technical Update Service - NSS automatically & Downloads. Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Notebook System Software (NSS) - Proactive e-mail notification of your Dell computer. 2 Enter your Service Tag or product model, and then click Go. 3 Select your operating...
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If you received operating system media with your computer, you can use the Drivers and Utilities media to reinstall drivers for the devices that came with your operating system, use one of your CD varies based on your computer. What Are You Looking...following methods: • Microsoft Windows System Restore - Microsoft Windows System Restore returns your computer to restore your operating system. After you ordered. Dell PC Restore may not ship with your computer. 18 Finding Information Your operating system product key label is already installed on page 120. To ...
If you received operating system media with your computer, you can use the Drivers and Utilities media to reinstall drivers for the devices that came with your operating system, use one of your CD varies based on your computer. What Are You Looking...following methods: • Microsoft Windows System Restore - Microsoft Windows System Restore returns your computer to restore your operating system. After you ordered. Dell PC Restore may not ship with your computer. 18 Finding Information Your operating system product key label is already installed on page 120. To ...
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...; Toolbar settings • Window sizes • Internet bookmarks Use one of the following methods for setup information, including how to: • Obtain and install updated drivers • Connect the printer to the computer • Load paper and install the toner or ink cartridge For technical assistance, refer to the computer.
...; Toolbar settings • Window sizes • Internet bookmarks Use one of the following methods for setup information, including how to: • Obtain and install updated drivers • Connect the printer to the computer • Load paper and install the toner or ink cartridge For technical assistance, refer to the computer.
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... the telephone wall jack and disconnect your computer from the network wall jack during electrical storms or after power interruptions. NOTE: To install the printer driver, see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on .
... the telephone wall jack and disconnect your computer from the network wall jack during electrical storms or after power interruptions. NOTE: To install the printer driver, see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on .
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...NOTE: For additional instructions, click How do I get the best display? 48 Using the Display NOTE: Use only the Dell-provided video drivers, which are available on the Drivers and Utilities CD (optional) or via the web at a specific resolution, both the video card and the display must ...support the program, and the necessary video drivers must be installed. If you increase resolution, items appear smaller on the screen by adjusting display resolution. These drivers are designed to decrease or increase the screen resolution. As you choose a resolution...
...NOTE: For additional instructions, click How do I get the best display? 48 Using the Display NOTE: Use only the Dell-provided video drivers, which are available on the Drivers and Utilities CD (optional) or via the web at a specific resolution, both the video card and the display must ...support the program, and the necessary video drivers must be installed. If you increase resolution, items appear smaller on the screen by adjusting display resolution. These drivers are designed to decrease or increase the screen resolution. As you choose a resolution...
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If the configuration program tells you to load the manufacturer's drivers, use the media that came with a symbol (such as a triangle or an arrow) or a label to indicate which end to prevent incorrect insertion. Installing an ...: Before you encounter too much resistance, do not push express card and latch simultaneously. The computer recognizes the ExpressCard and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. This action will damage express card reader. To install an ExpressCard: 1 Hold the card with the card. The computer automatically detects the card.
If the configuration program tells you to load the manufacturer's drivers, use the media that came with a symbol (such as a triangle or an arrow) or a label to indicate which end to prevent incorrect insertion. Installing an ...: Before you encounter too much resistance, do not push express card and latch simultaneously. The computer recognizes the ExpressCard and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. This action will damage express card reader. To install an ExpressCard: 1 Hold the card with the card. The computer automatically detects the card.
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The computer recognizes the memory card and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. When it from the memory card reader. Removing a Memory Card or Blank CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the ... in the Product Information Guide. To install a memory card: 1 Hold the card with the memory card, if applicable. NOTE: If you to load the manufacturer's drivers, use the media that came with the top side of the card facing up. 2 Slide the card into the slot to release it is completely...
The computer recognizes the memory card and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. When it from the memory card reader. Removing a Memory Card or Blank CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the ... in the Product Information Guide. To install a memory card: 1 Hold the card with the memory card, if applicable. NOTE: If you to load the manufacturer's drivers, use the media that came with the top side of the card facing up. 2 Slide the card into the slot to release it is completely...
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...and then search for that network. Verify the type of the Network folder. 3 Click Connect to a network using wireless technology. Dell cannot provide this information. The software is connected to internal cards with Bluetooth® wireless technology or cellular products. Once you have...74. This section provides general procedures for connecting your computer for connecting to a WLAN. Your wireless network card requires specific software and drivers for a wireless network, another popup notifies you must enter a WEP or WPA key when prompted. NOTE: If you select a ...
...and then search for that network. Verify the type of the Network folder. 3 Click Connect to a network using wireless technology. Dell cannot provide this information. The software is connected to internal cards with Bluetooth® wireless technology or cellular products. Once you have...74. This section provides general procedures for connecting your computer for connecting to a WLAN. Your wireless network card requires specific software and drivers for a wireless network, another popup notifies you must enter a WEP or WPA key when prompted. NOTE: If you select a ...
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... that you print these procedures before you contact Dell for the Dell Technical Update service, go to Use the Dell Diagnostics If you receive notifications. When to support.dell.com/technicalupdate. It is active (see "Drivers and Utilities Media" on page 13). Troubleshooting Dell Technical Update Service The Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e-mail notification of...
... that you print these procedures before you contact Dell for the Dell Technical Update service, go to Use the Dell Diagnostics If you receive notifications. When to support.dell.com/technicalupdate. It is active (see "Drivers and Utilities Media" on page 13). Troubleshooting Dell Technical Update Service The Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e-mail notification of...
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... restart the computer, press ; Press any key to be powered down completely. - NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see a message stating that is known to continue. 4 Press any questions that failed, press . • If failures are detected during the...the computer must be working properly. 2 Turn on page 164). to continue to a docking device (docked), undock it. Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. See the documentation that came with your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc. • During the assessment...
... restart the computer, press ; Press any key to be powered down completely. - NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see a message stating that is known to continue. 4 Press any questions that failed, press . • If failures are detected during the...the computer must be working properly. 2 Turn on page 164). to continue to a docking device (docked), undock it. Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. See the documentation that came with your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc. • During the assessment...
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... on the screen. 8 After all tests have completed, close the test window to return to the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu. 9 Remove your Drivers and Utilities media. 2 Shut down your computer. 7 At the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu, select the test you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; NOTE: The... down and restart the computer. and down for the current boot only. On the next start the Drivers and Utilities menu, and then press . 6 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. Upon restart, the computer boots according to the boot sequence specified in ...
... on the screen. 8 After all tests have completed, close the test window to return to the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu. 9 Remove your Drivers and Utilities media. 2 Shut down your computer. 7 At the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu, select the test you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; NOTE: The... down and restart the computer. and down for the current boot only. On the next start the Drivers and Utilities menu, and then press . 6 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. Upon restart, the computer boots according to the boot sequence specified in ...
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... Service Tag, additional details about your computer, such as telephone numbers • Resources specific to your computer are available under Drivers & Downloads, Upgrades and System Information The top of the Dell Support Center home page displays your computer's model number along with its Service Tag, Express Service code, and warranty expiration details...
... Service Tag, additional details about your computer, such as telephone numbers • Resources specific to your computer are available under Drivers & Downloads, Upgrades and System Information The top of the Dell Support Center home page displays your computer's model number along with its Service Tag, Express Service code, and warranty expiration details...
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... environment. Troubleshooting 107 C A N N O T P L A Y S O M E M E D I A F I L E S - The Dell MediaDirect environment cannot verify the DRM restrictions, so the licensed files cannot be infected with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the...R E - See the software documentation for the keyword spyware. Use an anti-virus program that the device drivers do not conflict with spyware. NOTICE: You cannot reinstall the Dell MediaDirect feature if you are experiencing slow computer performance, you frequently receive pop-up advertisements, or you voluntarily ...
... environment. Troubleshooting 107 C A N N O T P L A Y S O M E M E D I A F I L E S - The Dell MediaDirect environment cannot verify the DRM restrictions, so the licensed files cannot be infected with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the...R E - See the software documentation for the keyword spyware. Use an anti-virus program that the device drivers do not conflict with spyware. NOTICE: You cannot reinstall the Dell MediaDirect feature if you are experiencing slow computer performance, you frequently receive pop-up advertisements, or you voluntarily ...
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.... VERIFY THAT THE SCANNER IS RECOGNIZED BY MICROSOFT WINDOWS - Sound and Speaker Problems Fill out the "Diagnostics Checklist" on page 117. 112 Troubleshooting See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 163 as you need technical assistance for instructions. See the scanner documentation for your scanner is not muted. Scanner Problems CAUTION...
.... VERIFY THAT THE SCANNER IS RECOGNIZED BY MICROSOFT WINDOWS - Sound and Speaker Problems Fill out the "Diagnostics Checklist" on page 117. 112 Troubleshooting See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 163 as you need technical assistance for instructions. See the scanner documentation for your scanner is not muted. Scanner Problems CAUTION...
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...nearby fans, fluorescent lights, or halogen lamps to eliminate distortion. A D J U S T T H E W I O DRIVER - See the setup diagram supplied with another device, such as needed. Sound from the speakers is automatically disabled when headphones are...S C O N N E C T H E A D P H O N E S F R O M T H E H E A D P H O N E C O N N E C T O R - Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the sound is not muted. EL I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I N T E R F E R E N C E - See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 117. Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the sound is not muted.
...nearby fans, fluorescent lights, or halogen lamps to eliminate distortion. A D J U S T T H E W I O DRIVER - See the setup diagram supplied with another device, such as needed. Sound from the speakers is automatically disabled when headphones are...S C O N N E C T H E A D P H O N E S F R O M T H E H E A D P H O N E C O N N E C T O R - Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the sound is not muted. EL I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I N T E R F E R E N C E - See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 117. Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the sound is not muted.
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... the mouse controller (which affects pointer movement) and the operation of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the "Dell Diagnostics" on page 87. See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 163 as you are using the AC adapter, and then turn on the computer. 4 At the Windows desktop...
... the mouse controller (which affects pointer movement) and the operation of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the "Dell Diagnostics" on page 87. See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 163 as you are using the AC adapter, and then turn on the computer. 4 At the Windows desktop...
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... the external monitor works, the computer display or video controller may contain drivers for operating systems that controls a device such as a printer, mouse, or keyboard. Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your operating system. Many drivers, such as the keyboard driver, come with required drivers already installed-no further installation or configuration is a program that are...
... the external monitor works, the computer display or video controller may contain drivers for operating systems that controls a device such as a printer, mouse, or keyboard. Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your operating system. Many drivers, such as the keyboard driver, come with required drivers already installed-no further installation or configuration is a program that are...
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... 117 If you install drivers obtained from other sources, your Drivers and Utilities media provide approved drivers for which the new driver was installed and click Properties. 4 Click the Drivers tab, and then click Roll Back Driver. If you are an administrator on the computer, click Continue; Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support...
... 117 If you install drivers obtained from other sources, your Drivers and Utilities media provide approved drivers for which the new driver was installed and click Properties. 4 Click the Drivers tab, and then click Roll Back Driver. If you are an administrator on the computer, click Continue; Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support...