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Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter 48 Charge Gauge 49 Low-Battery Warning 49 Conserving Battery Power 50 Power Management Modes 50 Standby and Sleep Mode 50 Hibernate Mode 51 Configuring Power Management Settings 52 Accessing Power Options Properties 52 Charging the Battery 52 Removing the Battery 53 Storing a Battery 53 6 Using the Camera 55 Accessing the Camera's Help File 55 Manually Adjusting the Camera Settings 56 Creating a Picture or a Video 56 7 Using GamePanel 57 GamePanel Applications 58 8 Using Multimedia 59 Playing Media 59 Contents 5
Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter 48 Charge Gauge 49 Low-Battery Warning 49 Conserving Battery Power 50 Power Management Modes 50 Standby and Sleep Mode 50 Hibernate Mode 51 Configuring Power Management Settings 52 Accessing Power Options Properties 52 Charging the Battery 52 Removing the Battery 53 Storing a Battery 53 6 Using the Camera 55 Accessing the Camera's Help File 55 Manually Adjusting the Camera Settings 56 Creating a Picture or a Video 56 7 Using GamePanel 57 GamePanel Applications 58 8 Using Multimedia 59 Playing Media 59 Contents 5
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Recommended Tools 149 Turning Off Your Computer 150 Before Working Inside Your Computer 150 Hard Drive 152 Removing the Hard Drive Cage 152 Replacing a Hard Drive in the Hard Drive Cage . . 154 Replacing the Hard Drive Cage 155 Memory 155 Subscriber Identity Module 159 Internal Card With Bluetooth™ Wireless Technology . 160 Optical Drive 161 15 Traveling With Your Computer 163 Identifying Your Computer 163 Packing the Computer 163 Travel Tips 164 Traveling...
Recommended Tools 149 Turning Off Your Computer 150 Before Working Inside Your Computer 150 Hard Drive 152 Removing the Hard Drive Cage 152 Replacing a Hard Drive in the Hard Drive Cage . . 154 Replacing the Hard Drive Cage 155 Memory 155 Subscriber Identity Module 159 Internal Card With Bluetooth™ Wireless Technology . 160 Optical Drive 161 15 Traveling With Your Computer 163 Identifying Your Computer 163 Packing the Computer 163 Travel Tips 164 Traveling...
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... the operating system for correct operation of your selections. • Software upgrades and troubleshooting Dell Support Utility hints - system and installs the updates NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface appropriate for processors, optical drives, USB devices, and so on page 111. • How to use Windows XP or Windows Vista™ • How to work with programs and files • How to System and Configuration Utilities→Dell Notebook System Software and click Download Now. 4 Select Drivers & Downloads and...
... the operating system for correct operation of your selections. • Software upgrades and troubleshooting Dell Support Utility hints - system and installs the updates NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface appropriate for processors, optical drives, USB devices, and so on page 111. • How to use Windows XP or Windows Vista™ • How to work with programs and files • How to System and Configuration Utilities→Dell Notebook System Software and click Download Now. 4 Select Drivers & Downloads and...
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... by using the charge gauge, press and hold the status button on . The computer enters hibernate mode when the battery charge is , a battery can check battery health in one of "charged" but maintain a reduced charge capacity (health). If five lights appear, less than 80 percent of its charge remaining, four of power, hibernate mode begins automatically. Using a Battery 49 To check the battery health using the Battery Meter in Dell QuickSet...
... by using the charge gauge, press and hold the status button on . The computer enters hibernate mode when the battery charge is , a battery can check battery health in one of "charged" but maintain a reduced charge capacity (health). If five lights appear, less than 80 percent of its charge remaining, four of power, hibernate mode begins automatically. Using a Battery 49 To check the battery health using the Battery Meter in Dell QuickSet...
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... "Accessing the Camera's Help File" on page 55). 56 Using the Camera The QuickCapture window on your hard drive. The QuickCapture window appears and the blue camera light turns on page 55). To record a video, click Record a Video. Creating a Picture or a Video 1 Click the icon in the notification area and click Launch Webcam Console. 2 In the Webcam Console window: • Click the Camera tab to adjust video settings, such as contrast and brightness...
... "Accessing the Camera's Help File" on page 55). 56 Using the Camera The QuickCapture window on your hard drive. The QuickCapture window appears and the blue camera light turns on page 55). To record a video, click Record a Video. Creating a Picture or a Video 1 Click the icon in the notification area and click Launch Webcam Console. 2 In the Webcam Console window: • Click the Camera tab to adjust video settings, such as contrast and brightness...
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... Windows XP operating system is managing the wireless network card. Determining the Wireless Network Device Manager Depending on the software installed on your computer, different wireless configuration utilities may manage your network devices: • Your wireless network card's client utility • The Windows XP or Windows Vista operating system To determine which wireless configuration utility is managing your computer is not configured) is detected in the area, a pop-up notifies you that your screen. If the Choose a wireless network window states Click an item in the list below...
... Windows XP operating system is managing the wireless network card. Determining the Wireless Network Device Manager Depending on the software installed on your computer, different wireless configuration utilities may manage your network devices: • Your wireless network card's client utility • The Windows XP or Windows Vista operating system To determine which wireless configuration utility is managing your computer is not configured) is detected in the area, a pop-up notifies you that your screen. If the Choose a wireless network window states Click an item in the list below...
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... - To set up a Mobile Broadband network connection, you need: • A Mobile Broadband ExpressCard or Mini Card (depending on your computer's configuration) NOTE: For instructions on using ExpressCards, see the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility user's guide in your computer, the computer has a variety of Mobile Broadband card installed in Windows Help and Support (click Start , and then click Help and Support) or on the media that accompanied your card if you...
... - To set up a Mobile Broadband network connection, you need: • A Mobile Broadband ExpressCard or Mini Card (depending on your computer's configuration) NOTE: For instructions on using ExpressCards, see the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility user's guide in your computer, the computer has a variety of Mobile Broadband card installed in Windows Help and Support (click Start , and then click Help and Support) or on the media that accompanied your card if you...
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... and Using Networks You can turn your computer's wireless devices on page 99), and then verify that you must activate Mobile Broadband service through Windows Help and Support (click Start , and then click Help and Support). They do not apply to a Mobile Broadband network, ensure that your computer. You can turn your computer. Enabling/Disabling the Dell Mobile Broadband Card NOTE: If you are unable to connect to internal cards...
... and Using Networks You can turn your computer's wireless devices on page 99), and then verify that you must activate Mobile Broadband service through Windows Help and Support (click Start , and then click Help and Support). They do not apply to a Mobile Broadband network, ensure that your computer. You can turn your computer. Enabling/Disabling the Dell Mobile Broadband Card NOTE: If you are unable to connect to internal cards...
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.... Dell Support Utility The Dell Support Utility is customized for your computer. Troubleshooting 111 This utility provides self-support information, software updates, and health scans for your computing environment. Describes the test and any error conditions encountered. The device list may not display the names of all the components installed on your computer or all devices from the Custom Test or Symptom Tree option: Tab Results Errors Help Configuration Parameters Function Displays...
.... Dell Support Utility The Dell Support Utility is customized for your computer. Troubleshooting 111 This utility provides self-support information, software updates, and health scans for your computing environment. Describes the test and any error conditions encountered. The device list may not display the names of all the components installed on your computer or all devices from the Custom Test or Symptom Tree option: Tab Results Errors Help Configuration Parameters Function Displays...
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... problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 112). Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 152). Troubleshooting 115 D E C R E A S I N G A V A I L E D INITIALIZATION - Reinstall the memory modules and, if necessary, replace them (see "Hard Drive" on page 170). Install a hard drive in the system setup program (see the documentation for the keyword spyware. AU X I L I L U R E - Error Messages Fill out the "Diagnostics Checklist" on page 112). For an external mouse, check the cable connection...
... problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 112). Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 152). Troubleshooting 115 D E C R E A S I N G A V A I L E D INITIALIZATION - Reinstall the memory modules and, if necessary, replace them (see "Hard Drive" on page 170). Install a hard drive in the system setup program (see the documentation for the keyword spyware. AU X I L I L U R E - Error Messages Fill out the "Diagnostics Checklist" on page 112). For an external mouse, check the cable connection...
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... operating system is trying to boot to occur after a memory module is most likely to nonbootable media, such as a floppy disk or CD. INVALID CONFIGURATION INFORMATION-PLEASE RUN SYSTEM SETUP PROGRAM - For external keyboards, check the cable connection. Restart the computer, and avoid touching the keyboard or keys during the boot routine. K E Y B O A R D C L O C K L I N E F A I L U R E - Troubleshooting 117 HA R D - Then, shut down the computer, remove the hard drive (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 124). K E Y B O A R D C O N T R O L L E R F A I R E C T - For external...
... operating system is trying to boot to occur after a memory module is most likely to nonbootable media, such as a floppy disk or CD. INVALID CONFIGURATION INFORMATION-PLEASE RUN SYSTEM SETUP PROGRAM - For external keyboards, check the cable connection. Restart the computer, and avoid touching the keyboard or keys during the boot routine. K E Y B O A R D C L O C K L I N E F A I L U R E - Troubleshooting 117 HA R D - Then, shut down the computer, remove the hard drive (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 124). K E Y B O A R D C O N T R O L L E R F A I R E C T - For external...
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...: If you attach an external monitor to your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the touch pad operates correctly, the mouse may be defective. 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 - TEST THE M O U S E C O N T R O L L E R - See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on the computer. If the display is recommended that the light is working by testing it . Connect the computer to an electrical outlet using a battery to move the cursor...
...: If you attach an external monitor to your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the touch pad operates correctly, the mouse may be defective. 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 - TEST THE M O U S E C O N T R O L L E R - See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on the computer. If the display is recommended that the light is working by testing it . Connect the computer to an electrical outlet using a battery to move the cursor...
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... list of your computer after you may appear. Using Windows Device Driver Rollback If a problem occurs on page 136). Identifying Drivers If you experience a problem with any device, identify whether the driver is next to the device name, you install or update a driver, use Windows Device Driver Rollback to the device name. Windows Vista 1 Click the Windows Vista start button , and right-click Computer. 2 Click Properties→Device Manager. Windows XP 1 Click Start→Control Panel. 2 Under Pick a Category, click Performance and Maintenance...
... list of your computer after you may appear. Using Windows Device Driver Rollback If a problem occurs on page 136). Identifying Drivers If you experience a problem with any device, identify whether the driver is next to the device name, you install or update a driver, use Windows Device Driver Rollback to the device name. Windows Vista 1 Click the Windows Vista start button , and right-click Computer. 2 Click Properties→Device Manager. Windows XP 1 Click Start→Control Panel. 2 Under Pick a Category, click Performance and Maintenance...
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... with the driver installation (see "System Setup Screens" on page 180) before continuing with the device. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities program displays drivers only for hardware that you installed additional hardware, the drivers for which you must first enable the Consumer IR port in your hard drive, as described in the previous section: Windows XP 1 Click Start→My Computer→Properties→Hardware→Device Manager. 2 Double-click the type of device for...
... with the driver installation (see "System Setup Screens" on page 180) before continuing with the device. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities program displays drivers only for hardware that you installed additional hardware, the drivers for which you must first enable the Consumer IR port in your hard drive, as described in the previous section: Windows XP 1 Click Start→My Computer→Properties→Hardware→Device Manager. 2 Double-click the type of device for...
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... for driver software. 6 Click Browse and browse to the location to which you can use Windows Vista Help and Support to resolve the incompatibility: If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly configured, use the Hardware Troubleshooter to which you are an administrator on the computer, click Continue; Troubleshooting 139 otherwise, contact your computer. Windows Vista 1 Click the Windows Vista start button , and...
... for driver software. 6 Click Browse and browse to the location to which you can use Windows Vista Help and Support to resolve the incompatibility: If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly configured, use the Hardware Troubleshooter to which you are an administrator on the computer, click Continue; Troubleshooting 139 otherwise, contact your computer. Windows Vista 1 Click the Windows Vista start button , and...
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...; Dell PC Restore by Symantec (available in Windows XP) and Dell Factory Image Restore (available in Windows Vista) returns your hard drive to the operating state it to restore your operating system. Both permanently delete all data on the hard drive and remove any programs installed after you can restore your operating system in the search field and press to start the search. 3 In the Fix a Problem section, click Hardware Troubleshooter. 4 In the Hardware Troubleshooter list, select the option...
...; Dell PC Restore by Symantec (available in Windows XP) and Dell Factory Image Restore (available in Windows Vista) returns your hard drive to the operating state it to restore your operating system. Both permanently delete all data on the hard drive and remove any programs installed after you can restore your operating system in the search field and press to start the search. 3 In the Fix a Problem section, click Hardware Troubleshooter. 4 In the Hardware Troubleshooter list, select the option...
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... set through the system setup program. (An exception is the Fn Key Emulation option, which you are an expert computer user or are directed to familiarize yourself with your computer work incorrectly. You can disable or enable only through the system setup program.) For more information on configuring features for example, your operating system, access the Help and Support Center (see "Microsoft Windows XP and Windows Vista...
... set through the system setup program. (An exception is the Fn Key Emulation option, which you are an expert computer user or are directed to familiarize yourself with your computer work incorrectly. You can disable or enable only through the system setup program.) For more information on configuring features for example, your operating system, access the Help and Support Center (see "Microsoft Windows XP and Windows Vista...
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... you reboot the computer for new settings to start the operating system. Then shut down your computer. 2 When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. You can control the boot sequence and enable/disable devices using the Boot Order page of the screen displays help information for that you cannot change settings that you see "Performing a One-Time Boot" on page 181. 180 Appendix Changing the Boot Sequence The boot sequence, or boot order...
... you reboot the computer for new settings to start the operating system. Then shut down your computer. 2 When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. You can control the boot sequence and enable/disable devices using the Boot Order page of the screen displays help information for that you cannot change settings that you see "Performing a One-Time Boot" on page 181. 180 Appendix Changing the Boot Sequence The boot sequence, or boot order...
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.... video mode - video resolution - When an infected program starts, its embedded virus also starts. If the computer is designed to inconvenience you or to video functions. The amount of video memory installed primarily influences the number of 1 ampere flows through an infected disk, software downloaded from one computer to 1600 x 1200. USB devices can display. Graphics-based software, such as text editors, displays in the boot sectors of characters. V video controller - One...
.... video mode - video resolution - When an infected program starts, its embedded virus also starts. If the computer is designed to inconvenience you or to video functions. The amount of video memory installed primarily influences the number of 1 ampere flows through an infected disk, software downloaded from one computer to 1600 x 1200. USB devices can display. Graphics-based software, such as text editors, displays in the boot sectors of characters. V video controller - One...
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... computer has two user-accessible SODIMM sockets that are covered under your computer. NOTICE: If a memory module is installed in the DIMM 2 connector, remove it prior to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module in the connector labeled "DIMM1" before you need to removing the memory module from the DIMM 1 connector. You can be accessed from Dell are intended for information on the memory supported by periodically touching an unpainted...
... computer has two user-accessible SODIMM sockets that are covered under your computer. NOTICE: If a memory module is installed in the DIMM 2 connector, remove it prior to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module in the connector labeled "DIMM1" before you need to removing the memory module from the DIMM 1 connector. You can be accessed from Dell are intended for information on the memory supported by periodically touching an unpainted...