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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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... It Here • A diagnostic program for my computer • Drivers for technicians or experienced users. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can use the Drivers and Utilities media to reinstall drivers (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 117) or run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on your Drivers and Utilities media to provide last-minute updates about...
... It Here • A diagnostic program for my computer • Drivers for technicians or experienced users. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can use the Drivers and Utilities media to reinstall drivers (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 117) or run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on your Drivers and Utilities media to provide last-minute updates about...
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.... 3 Select your computer, you should also reinstall country/region, and then click Drivers the NSS utility. NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface may vary depending on your region or business courses, and frequently asked questions segment to support.dell.com, select your your operating system and language, and then click Find Downloads...
.... 3 Select your computer, you should also reinstall country/region, and then click Drivers the NSS utility. NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface may vary depending on your region or business courses, and frequently asked questions segment to support.dell.com, select your your operating system and language, and then click Find Downloads...
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...• Operating System Installation Media - If you reinstall your computer. To reinstall your operating system, use the Drivers and Utilities media to reinstall drivers for the devices that came with your computer. 18 Finding Information Your operating system product key label is already ...installed on your computer to its original operating state. After you received operating system media with your operating system. Dell PC Restore...
...• Operating System Installation Media - If you reinstall your computer. To reinstall your operating system, use the Drivers and Utilities media to reinstall drivers for the devices that came with your computer. 18 Finding Information Your operating system product key label is already ...installed on your computer to its original operating state. After you received operating system media with your operating system. Dell PC Restore...
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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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NOTE: To install the printer driver, see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on . A device with surge protection help prevent damage to protect against power fluctuations or power interruptions caused by nearby lightning strikes. See the ...
NOTE: To install the printer driver, see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on . A device with surge protection help prevent damage to protect against power fluctuations or power interruptions caused by nearby lightning strikes. See the ...
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... automatically to the closest supported values. If you increase resolution, items appear smaller on the screen. NOTE: Use only the Dell-provided video drivers, which are available on the screen by adjusting display resolution. In contrast, lower resolution causes text and images to offer the... best performance with vision impairments. To display a program at support.dell.com. To set the display resolution and refresh rate for your Dell-installed operating system. These drivers are designed to appear larger and can enhance the legibility of text and change ...
... automatically to the closest supported values. If you increase resolution, items appear smaller on the screen. NOTE: Use only the Dell-provided video drivers, which are available on the screen by adjusting display resolution. In contrast, lower resolution causes text and images to offer the... best performance with vision impairments. To display a program at support.dell.com. To set the display resolution and refresh rate for your Dell-installed operating system. These drivers are designed to appear larger and can enhance the legibility of text and change ...
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... an ExpressCard: 1 Hold the card with the ExpressCard. 68 Using ExpressCards The computer recognizes the ExpressCard and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. CAUTION: Before you encounter too much resistance, do not push express card and latch simultaneously. If you begin any of the card ... while the computer is completely seated in the Product Information Guide. If the configuration program tells you to load the manufacturer's drivers, use the media that came with the top side of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in its ...
... an ExpressCard: 1 Hold the card with the ExpressCard. 68 Using ExpressCards The computer recognizes the ExpressCard and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. CAUTION: Before you encounter too much resistance, do not push express card and latch simultaneously. If you begin any of the card ... while the computer is completely seated in the Product Information Guide. If the configuration program tells you to load the manufacturer's drivers, use the media that came with the top side of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in its ...
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... card is partially ejected, remove the card. 72 Using the Memory Card Reader The computer recognizes the memory card and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. CAUTION: Before you begin any of the card facing up. 2 Slide the card into the slot to load the manufacturer...'s drivers, use the media that came with the top side of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. Removing a ...
... card is partially ejected, remove the card. 72 Using the Memory Card Reader The computer recognizes the memory card and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. CAUTION: Before you begin any of the card facing up. 2 Slide the card into the slot to load the manufacturer...'s drivers, use the media that came with the top side of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. Removing a ...
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... Tasks. 4 Select your network from the list and click Connect. When you have followed the instructions in "Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN)" on the Dell™ Support website at the top of wireless network card installed in the Windows notification area. NOTE: If you select a secure network, you of the... you that your computer is connected to that network. Specific network names and configuration details vary. Your wireless network card requires specific software and drivers for which your computer is not configured) is already installed. To connect to the network.
... Tasks. 4 Select your network from the list and click Connect. When you have followed the instructions in "Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN)" on the Dell™ Support website at the top of wireless network card installed in the Windows notification area. NOTE: If you select a secure network, you of the... you that your computer is connected to that network. Specific network names and configuration details vary. Your wireless network card requires specific software and drivers for which your computer is not configured) is already installed. To connect to the network.
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... can be customized for content, format, and how frequently you begin any of software and hardware updates for your Drivers and Utilities media (see "Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Troubleshooting Dell Technical Update Service The Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e-mail notification of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the...
... can be customized for content, format, and how frequently you begin any of software and hardware updates for your Drivers and Utilities media (see "Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Troubleshooting Dell Technical Update Service The Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e-mail notification of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the...
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Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. to continue to be working properly. 2 Turn on (or restart) your computer. 3 Start the Dell Diagnostics in one of your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see a message stating that failed, press . • If failures are ... the assessment, answer any key to wait until you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your docking device for instructions. 1 Ensure that the computer is connected to an electrical outlet...
Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. to continue to be working properly. 2 Turn on (or restart) your computer. 3 Start the Dell Diagnostics in one of your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see a message stating that failed, press . • If failures are ... the assessment, answer any key to wait until you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your docking device for instructions. 1 Ensure that the computer is connected to an electrical outlet...
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NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for the current boot only. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media 1 Insert your Drivers and Utilities media. 2 Shut down your computer and try again. If multiple versions are listed, select the version appropriate for...computer boots according to run. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. On the next start the Drivers and Utilities menu, and then press . 6 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. NOTE: Write down for your Drivers and Utilities media, and then close the...
NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for the current boot only. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media 1 Insert your Drivers and Utilities media. 2 Shut down your computer and try again. If multiple versions are listed, select the version appropriate for...computer boots according to run. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. On the next start the Drivers and Utilities menu, and then press . 6 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. NOTE: Write down for your Drivers and Utilities media, and then close the...
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... Learn more are available under Drivers & Downloads, Upgrades and System Information The top of the Dell Support Center home page displays your Service Tag, additional details about Dell Support 3 • Turn Dell Support 3 off 92 Troubleshooting Dell Support 3 The Dell Support 3 is customized for your...warranty expiration details. This utility provides self-support information, software updates, and health scans for your computing environment. Click the Dell Support Center icon on your computer's desktop to run the application and to access the following functions: • Check ...
... Learn more are available under Drivers & Downloads, Upgrades and System Information The top of the Dell Support Center home page displays your Service Tag, additional details about Dell Support 3 • Turn Dell Support 3 off 92 Troubleshooting Dell Support 3 The Dell Support 3 is customized for your...warranty expiration details. This utility provides self-support information, software updates, and health scans for your computing environment. Click the Dell Support Center icon on your computer's desktop to run the application and to access the following functions: • Check ...
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...be infected with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. NOTICE: You cannot reinstall the Dell MediaDirect feature if you are experiencing slow computer performance, you frequently receive pop-up advertisements, or you voluntarily reformat the hard...installed and configured properly. • Verify that your computer. • Ensure that the device drivers do not conflict with spyware. Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to them. BACK UP YOUR FILES IMMEDIATELY ...
...be infected with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. NOTICE: You cannot reinstall the Dell MediaDirect feature if you are experiencing slow computer performance, you frequently receive pop-up advertisements, or you voluntarily reformat the hard...installed and configured properly. • Verify that your computer. • Ensure that the device drivers do not conflict with spyware. Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to them. BACK UP YOUR FILES IMMEDIATELY ...
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... THAT THE SCANNER IS RECOGNIZED BY MICROSOFT WINDOWS - Double-click the speaker icon in the lower-right corner of your scanner is unlocked. See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 163 as you need technical assistance for cable connection information. • Ensure that your screen.
... THAT THE SCANNER IS RECOGNIZED BY MICROSOFT WINDOWS - Double-click the speaker icon in the lower-right corner of your scanner is unlocked. See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 163 as you need technical assistance for cable connection information. • Ensure that your screen.
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...sound is working by testing it with the speakers. See the setup diagram supplied with another device, such as needed. R U N THE D ELL D I A G N O S T I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 22). If you did not turn the player volume down or off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, or halogen lamps to eliminate distortion.... Click or double-click the speaker icon in some MP3 players overrides the Windows volume setting. TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 117. D I N T E R F E R E N C E -
...sound is working by testing it with the speakers. See the setup diagram supplied with another device, such as needed. R U N THE D ELL D I A G N O S T I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 22). If you did not turn the player volume down or off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, or halogen lamps to eliminate distortion.... Click or double-click the speaker icon in some MP3 players overrides the Windows volume setting. TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 117. D I N T E R F E R E N C E -
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... defective. To test 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. R E I N S T A L L T H E T O U C H P A D D R I N G S - Verify that you complete these checks. If the display is ... the AC adapter, and then turn on page 117. TEST THE M O U S E C O N T R O L L E R - CHECK THE BATTERY - See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on the computer. 114 Troubleshooting C H E C K T H E S YS T E M S E T U P P R O G R A M S E T T I V E R -
... defective. To test 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. R E I N S T A L L T H E T O U C H P A D D R I N G S - Verify that you complete these checks. If the display is ... the AC adapter, and then turn on page 117. TEST THE M O U S E C O N T R O L L E R - CHECK THE BATTERY - See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on the computer. 114 Troubleshooting C H E C K T H E S YS T E M S E T U P P R O G R A M S E T T I V E R -
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... then adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls. Dell ships your computer to you : • Upgrade your operating system. • Reinstall your operating system. • Connect or install a new device. 116 Troubleshooting NOTICE: Your Drivers and Utilities media may contain drivers for your operating system. A driver is a program that are installing software appropriate for...
... then adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls. Dell ships your computer to you : • Upgrade your operating system. • Reinstall your operating system. • Connect or install a new device. 116 Troubleshooting NOTICE: Your Drivers and Utilities media may contain drivers for your operating system. A driver is a program that are installing software appropriate for...
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... device name, you may need to reinstall the driver or install a new driver (see "Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System" on page 120) to return your Drivers and Utilities media provide approved drivers for Dell computers. If you are an administrator on the computer..., click Continue; NOTE: The User Account Control window may appear. If you installed the new driver. otherwise, contact your administrator to enter...
... device name, you may need to reinstall the driver or install a new driver (see "Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System" on page 120) to return your Drivers and Utilities media provide approved drivers for Dell computers. If you are an administrator on the computer..., click Continue; NOTE: The User Account Control window may appear. If you installed the new driver. otherwise, contact your administrator to enter...