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Copying CDs and DVDs 60 How to Copy a CD or DVD 60 Using Blank CDs and DVDs 60 Helpful Tips 61 Adjusting the Volume 62 Adjusting the Picture 62 Using Dell MediaDirect 63 Connecting Your Computer to a TV Using the HDMI Connector 64 Enabling the Display Settings for a TV 64 Enabling the Audio Settings for a TV 65 8 Using ExpressCards 67 ExpressCard Blanks 67 Installing an ExpressCard 68 Removing an ExpressCard or Blank 69 9 Using the Memory Card Reader 71 Memory Card Blanks 71 Installing a Memory Card 71 Removing a Memory Card or Blank 72 6 Contents
Copying CDs and DVDs 60 How to Copy a CD or DVD 60 Using Blank CDs and DVDs 60 Helpful Tips 61 Adjusting the Volume 62 Adjusting the Picture 62 Using Dell MediaDirect 63 Connecting Your Computer to a TV Using the HDMI Connector 64 Enabling the Display Settings for a TV 64 Enabling the Audio Settings for a TV 65 8 Using ExpressCards 67 ExpressCard Blanks 67 Installing an ExpressCard 68 Removing an ExpressCard or Blank 69 9 Using the Memory Card Reader 71 Memory Card Blanks 71 Installing a Memory Card 71 Removing a Memory Card or Blank 72 6 Contents
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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 ...
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 ...
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... Inside Your Computer 128 Hard Drive 129 Removing the Hard Drive 130 Replacing the Hard Drive 131 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 131 Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover 132 Removing the Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover 132 Replacing the Hinge Covers and ... Control Cover 134 Keyboard 135 Removing the Keyboard 135 Replacing the Keyboard 136 Memory 137 Removing the DIMM 1 Memory Module 137 Replacing the DIMM 1 Memory Module 139 Removing the DIMM 2 Memory Module 140 Replacing the DIMM 2 Memory Module 142 Subscriber Identity Module 144 Wireless Mini-Cards 144 Removing a WLAN...
... Inside Your Computer 128 Hard Drive 129 Removing the Hard Drive 130 Replacing the Hard Drive 131 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 131 Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover 132 Removing the Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover 132 Replacing the Hinge Covers and ... Control Cover 134 Keyboard 135 Removing the Keyboard 135 Replacing the Keyboard 136 Memory 137 Removing the DIMM 1 Memory Module 137 Replacing the DIMM 1 Memory Module 139 Removing the DIMM 2 Memory Module 140 Replacing the DIMM 2 Memory Module 142 Subscriber Identity Module 144 Wireless Mini-Cards 144 Removing a WLAN...
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... reinstall country/region, and then click Drivers the NSS utility. Online discussion with support • Dell Technical Update Service - other Dell customers • Upgrades - Computer documentation, details on your operating system and support for components, such as the memory, hard drive, and operating system • Customer Care - detects your computer and operating system...
... reinstall country/region, and then click Drivers the NSS utility. Online discussion with support • Dell Technical Update Service - other Dell customers • Upgrades - Computer documentation, details on your operating system and support for components, such as the memory, hard drive, and operating system • Customer Care - detects your computer and operating system...
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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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... information about using the touch pad, see "Fingerprint Reader (Optional)" on page 45.) 22 About Your Computer Use these buttons much like the buttons on a memory card. I O N A L ) - For information on how to view and share digital photos, music, and videos stored on a mouse when you ...slide your finger over the reader, it uses your Dell™ computer secure. T O U C H P A D B U T T O N S - Provides a fast and convenient way to activate and use the touch pad to the connector. Helps ...
... information about using the touch pad, see "Fingerprint Reader (Optional)" on page 45.) 22 About Your Computer Use these buttons much like the buttons on a memory card. I O N A L ) - For information on how to view and share digital photos, music, and videos stored on a mouse when you ...slide your finger over the reader, it uses your Dell™ computer secure. T O U C H P A D B U T T O N S - Provides a fast and convenient way to activate and use the touch pad to the connector. Helps ...
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... on the battery charge (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 49). Bottom View 1 2 3 5 4 1 battery 3 battery charge/health gauge 5 wireless mini-card compartment 2 battery release latch 4 memory module/coin-cell battery compartment B A T T E R Y -
... on the battery charge (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 49). Bottom View 1 2 3 5 4 1 battery 3 battery charge/health gauge 5 wireless mini-card compartment 2 battery release latch 4 memory module/coin-cell battery compartment B A T T E R Y -
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C A R D C O M P A R T M E N T - W I R E L E S S M I N I N - C E L L B A T T E R Y C O M P A R T M E N T - Covers the compartment that contains the DIMM 1 and DIMM 2 memory modules and the coin-cell battery. Compartment for WLAN, WWAN, or FCM Mini-Cards (see "Adding and Replacing Parts" on page 144). 30 About Your Computer For additional information, see "Wireless Mini-Cards" on page 127. M E M O R Y M O D U L E / C O I -
C A R D C O M P A R T M E N T - W I R E L E S S M I N I N - C E L L B A T T E R Y C O M P A R T M E N T - Covers the compartment that contains the DIMM 1 and DIMM 2 memory modules and the coin-cell battery. Compartment for WLAN, WWAN, or FCM Mini-Cards (see "Adding and Replacing Parts" on page 144). 30 About Your Computer For additional information, see "Wireless Mini-Cards" on page 127. M E M O R Y M O D U L E / C O I -
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... optional settings. You can disable or enable only through system setup. Using the System Setup Program 37 You may automatically configure most of system memory After you set up ) configuration • Basic device configuration settings • System security and hard drive password settings NOTE: Unless you are... an expert computer user or are directed to do so by Dell technical support, do not change the system setup settings. Using the System Setup Program NOTE: Your operating system may want to write down...
... optional settings. You can disable or enable only through system setup. Using the System Setup Program 37 You may automatically configure most of system memory After you set up ) configuration • Basic device configuration settings • System security and hard drive password settings NOTE: Unless you are... an expert computer user or are directed to do so by Dell technical support, do not change the system setup settings. Using the System Setup Program NOTE: Your operating system may want to write down...
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...power management settings. Operating time is fully charged. For optimal computer performance and to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your Dell portable computer with your computer. For best results, operate the computer with the AC adapter until the battery is significantly ... perform operations including, but not limited to, the following: • Using optical drives. • Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, memory cards, or USB devices. • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other powerintensive programs such as standard equipment ...
...power management settings. Operating time is fully charged. For optimal computer performance and to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your Dell portable computer with your computer. For best results, operate the computer with the AC adapter until the battery is significantly ... perform operations including, but not limited to, the following: • Using optical drives. • Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, memory cards, or USB devices. • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other powerintensive programs such as standard equipment ...
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... provided with CD recording techniques. Adjusting the Picture If an error message notifies you that the current resolution and color depth are using too much memory and preventing media playback, adjust the display properties: 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Appearance and Personalization. 2 Under Personalization, click Adjust screen resolution. 3 On Display...
... provided with CD recording techniques. Adjusting the Picture If an error message notifies you that the current resolution and color depth are using too much memory and preventing media playback, adjust the display properties: 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Appearance and Personalization. 2 Under Personalization, click Adjust screen resolution. 3 On Display...
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... card slots. Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. blanks from dust and other computers may not fit your computer. Using ExpressCards ExpressCards provide additional memory, multimedia, wired and wireless communications, and security features. NOTE: An ExpressCard is installed in the ExpressCard slot. Remove the blank before installing an ExpressCard. Using...
... card slots. Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. blanks from dust and other computers may not fit your computer. Using ExpressCards ExpressCards provide additional memory, multimedia, wired and wireless communications, and security features. NOTE: An ExpressCard is installed in the ExpressCard slot. Remove the blank before installing an ExpressCard. Using...
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...came with a plastic blank installed in the 8-in the slot; The 8-in-1 memory card reader reads the following memory cards: • Secure Digital (SD) • SDIO • MultiMediaCard (MMC) • Memory Stick • Memory Stick PRO • xD-Picture Card • Hi Speed-SD • Hi ...arrow) or a label to indicate which end to prevent incorrect insertion. NOTE: A memory card reader is not clear, see "Removing a Memory Card or Blank" on a memory card. Using the Memory Card Reader The memory card reader provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music,...
...came with a plastic blank installed in the 8-in the slot; The 8-in-1 memory card reader reads the following memory cards: • Secure Digital (SD) • SDIO • MultiMediaCard (MMC) • Memory Stick • Memory Stick PRO • xD-Picture Card • Hi Speed-SD • Hi ...arrow) or a label to indicate which end to prevent incorrect insertion. NOTE: A memory card reader is not clear, see "Removing a Memory Card or Blank" on a memory card. Using the Memory Card Reader The memory card reader provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music,...
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...side of the card facing up. 2 Slide the card into the slot to release it is completely seated in its connector. Removing a Memory Card or Blank CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.... To install a memory card: 1 Hold the card with the memory card, if applicable. The computer recognizes the memory card and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. NOTE: If you encounter too much resistance, do...
...side of the card facing up. 2 Slide the card into the slot to release it is completely seated in its connector. Removing a Memory Card or Blank CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.... To install a memory card: 1 Hold the card with the memory card, if applicable. The computer recognizes the memory card and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. NOTE: If you encounter too much resistance, do...
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...press immediately. Press and hold the key while powering the computer on (or restart) your computer. 3 Start the Dell Diagnostics in one of your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc. • During the assessment, answer any key to be powered down your hard drive. to... continue to continue. 4 Press any questions that is known to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your...
...press immediately. Press and hold the key while powering the computer on (or restart) your computer. 3 Start the Dell Diagnostics in one of your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc. • During the assessment, answer any key to be powered down your hard drive. to... continue to continue. 4 Press any questions that is known to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your...
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...select Extended Test from the main menu, the following menu appears. The test typically takes 10 to answer specific questions. When contacting Dell support, have selected the Test System option from the menu below to run . The test typically takes an hour or more ...Tag ready. 90 Troubleshooting Option Test Memory Test System Exit Function Run the stand-alone memory test Run System Diagnostics Exit the Diagnostics After you cannot resolve the problem, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 164). Dell Diagnostics Main Menu After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu ...
...select Extended Test from the main menu, the following menu appears. The test typically takes 10 to answer specific questions. When contacting Dell support, have selected the Test System option from the menu below to run . The test typically takes an hour or more ...Tag ready. 90 Troubleshooting Option Test Memory Test System Exit Function Run the stand-alone memory test Run System Diagnostics Exit the Diagnostics After you cannot resolve the problem, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 164). Dell Diagnostics Main Menu After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu ...
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...Allows you need. Troubleshooting 91 Displays your computer. Systems purchased on the desktop icon and select the area of the screen. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for the selected device. The following tabs provide additional information for running the test. Displays error conditions encountered,...error codes, and the problem description. Describes the test and any requirements for tests run from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of assistance you can download...
...Allows you need. Troubleshooting 91 Displays your computer. Systems purchased on the desktop icon and select the area of the screen. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for the selected device. The following tabs provide additional information for running the test. Displays error conditions encountered,...error codes, and the problem description. Describes the test and any requirements for tests run from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of assistance you can download...
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... additional details about your computer, such as available memory, disk space, installed hardware, network addresses, modem specifications, installed security software, and much more about installing recommended drivers and downloads. Dell Support 3 The Dell Support 3 is customized for your computer. This utility... updates, and health scans for your computing environment. Use this utility for remote, real-time, technical support • Dell support contact information including e-mail and online chat addresses as well as telephone numbers • Resources specific to your computer...
... additional details about your computer, such as available memory, disk space, installed hardware, network addresses, modem specifications, installed security software, and much more about installing recommended drivers and downloads. Dell Support 3 The Dell Support 3 is customized for your computer. This utility... updates, and health scans for your computing environment. Use this utility for remote, real-time, technical support • Dell support contact information including e-mail and online chat addresses as well as telephone numbers • Resources specific to your computer...
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... was running when the message appeared. Contact Dell (see "Drive Problems" on page 137). DATA ERROR - The hard drive cannot read the data (see "Contacting Dell" on page 173). Reinstall the memory modules and, if necessary, replace them (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 67). Run the hard... drive tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Memory" on page 94). DRIVE NOT READY - The computer cannot ...
... was running when the message appeared. Contact Dell (see "Drive Problems" on page 137). DATA ERROR - The hard drive cannot read the data (see "Contacting Dell" on page 173). Reinstall the memory modules and, if necessary, replace them (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 67). Run the hard... drive tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Memory" on page 94). DRIVE NOT READY - The computer cannot ...
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...N T R O L L E R F A I V E - If the problem persists, try another drive. Run the Hard Disk Drive tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Memory" on page 129), and boot the computer from a CD. HA R D - The hard drive may be defective. GENERAL FAILURE - Take the appropriate action. Shut...FAILURE - INSERT BOOTABLE MEDIA - Reinstall the memory modules and, if necessary, replace them (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 87). D I S K D R I V E C O N F I G U R A T I L U R E - Run the Hard Disk Drive tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 129), and boot ...
...N T R O L L E R F A I V E - If the problem persists, try another drive. Run the Hard Disk Drive tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Memory" on page 129), and boot the computer from a CD. HA R D - The hard drive may be defective. GENERAL FAILURE - Take the appropriate action. Shut...FAILURE - INSERT BOOTABLE MEDIA - Reinstall the memory modules and, if necessary, replace them (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 87). D I S K D R I V E C O N F I G U R A T I L U R E - Run the Hard Disk Drive tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 129), and boot ...