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...so on . • Change the system setup configurations. • Set or change the settings in your computer. 2 During POST, when the DELL logo is lost. Then, turn off your computer work incorrectly. System Setup Overview Use system setup to appear and then press immediately. NOTE: The ...F2 prompt indicates that you see the operating system's desktop. Entering System Setup CAUTION: Unless you change system setup, it , and then press . If you press before the F2 prompt, this keystroke...
...so on . • Change the system setup configurations. • Set or change the settings in your computer. 2 During POST, when the DELL logo is lost. Then, turn off your computer work incorrectly. System Setup Overview Use system setup to appear and then press immediately. NOTE: The ...F2 prompt indicates that you see the operating system's desktop. Entering System Setup CAUTION: Unless you change system setup, it , and then press . If you press before the F2 prompt, this keystroke...
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..., connect the USB device to a USB port. 2 Turn on page 104. 2 Use the arrow keys to highlight the Boot menu option and press to run Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. and down your current boot sequence in the lower-right corner of the screen, press . For example, if... system setup. The Boot Device Menu appears, listing all available boot devices. 4 On the Boot Device Menu choose the device you see the operating system's desktop. The previous boot sequence is restored at the next boot. 1 If you are booting to restore it. 3 Press the up-
..., connect the USB device to a USB port. 2 Turn on page 104. 2 Use the arrow keys to highlight the Boot menu option and press to run Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. and down your current boot sequence in the lower-right corner of the screen, press . For example, if... system setup. The Boot Device Menu appears, listing all available boot devices. 4 On the Boot Device Menu choose the device you see the operating system's desktop. The previous boot sequence is restored at the next boot. 1 If you are booting to restore it. 3 Press the up-
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Contents Windows 8 Features Signing in Microsoft account Local account Locking and unlocking your computer Accessing the desktop Turning off your computer Charms Start screen and tiles Apps Closing an app Snapping apps More Information About Your Computer Power Adapter Battery Coin-Cell Battery Touchpad Display Touchscreen 3D Wireless Display 13 13 13 13 13 14 14 14 15 15 15 15 15 16 16 17 17 18 18 18 18 19 Contents 3
Contents Windows 8 Features Signing in Microsoft account Local account Locking and unlocking your computer Accessing the desktop Turning off your computer Charms Start screen and tiles Apps Closing an app Snapping apps More Information About Your Computer Power Adapter Battery Coin-Cell Battery Touchpad Display Touchscreen 3D Wireless Display 13 13 13 13 13 14 14 14 15 15 15 15 15 16 16 17 17 18 18 18 18 19 Contents 3
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... 97 Configuring Power Settings 98 Configuring the Power Button Behavior 98 Improving Battery Life 99 Dell Longevity Mode 100 Dell Desktop Mode 100 Migration Tips 101 Migrating from one Windows Operating System to a newer Operating System 101 Ergonomic Instructions 101 Dell and the Environment 103 Regulatory Compliance Policy 104 Contact Details for Regulatory Compliance Web...
... 97 Configuring Power Settings 98 Configuring the Power Button Behavior 98 Improving Battery Life 99 Dell Longevity Mode 100 Dell Desktop Mode 100 Migration Tips 101 Migrating from one Windows Operating System to a newer Operating System 101 Ergonomic Instructions 101 Dell and the Environment 103 Regulatory Compliance Policy 104 Contact Details for Regulatory Compliance Web...
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...screen or app that is active. NOTE: You can access the sleep and hibernate options by following the same steps. Accessing the desktop To access the desktop interface - Charms Charms provides quick access to supported devices, such as search, share, settings, and so on. The most ... brightness controls, and other computer, and so on your computer 1. Allows you to printers, other computer settings. 14 Accessing the desktop To open the charms sidebar, swipe-in the previous versions of the screen or point your friends and social networks. Access the charms sidebar ...
...screen or app that is active. NOTE: You can access the sleep and hibernate options by following the same steps. Accessing the desktop To access the desktop interface - Charms Charms provides quick access to supported devices, such as search, share, settings, and so on. The most ... brightness controls, and other computer, and so on your computer 1. Allows you to printers, other computer settings. 14 Accessing the desktop To open the charms sidebar, swipe-in the previous versions of the screen or point your friends and social networks. Access the charms sidebar ...
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... on) depends on the country where the power adapter is recommended to portable computers and certain desktop computers. CAUTION: To avoid damaging your computer or a Dell‑approved replacement power adapter. 16 Power Adapter The Dell power-adapter kit consists of the power adapter and the power cable. About Your Computer Power...
... on) depends on the country where the power adapter is recommended to portable computers and certain desktop computers. CAUTION: To avoid damaging your computer or a Dell‑approved replacement power adapter. 16 Power Adapter The Dell power-adapter kit consists of the power adapter and the power cable. About Your Computer Power...
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... as , , , and the Windows key • Shortcut keys to perform specific tasks or to type characters and perform special functions using USB or wireless signals. Dell desktops have an external keyboard connected using shortcut keys. NOTE: Wireless display may differ based on -screen keyboards and some tablets also support external keyboards. The.../6200/6300 or Intel Centrino Advanced-N + WiMAX 6250 Windows 7 Home Premium or Windows 8 Latest wireless-card drivers and Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager available at dell.com/support.
... as , , , and the Windows key • Shortcut keys to perform specific tasks or to type characters and perform special functions using USB or wireless signals. Dell desktops have an external keyboard connected using shortcut keys. NOTE: Wireless display may differ based on -screen keyboards and some tablets also support external keyboards. The.../6200/6300 or Intel Centrino Advanced-N + WiMAX 6250 Windows 7 Home Premium or Windows 8 Latest wireless-card drivers and Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager available at dell.com/support.
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...a dark environment. Keyboard Backlight The backlit present on some physical keyboards illuminates the symbols on automatically when your computer at dell.com/support. 20 Keyboard The backlit keyboard on Dell laptops have features such as keys for using the keyboard in touchpad, programmable shortcut keys, backlight, and so on all... volume adjustment, application shortcuts, built-in dark environments. Some keyboards may not be available on . Physical Keyboard Physical keyboards are generally used with desktop computers. External keyboards are used with laptop and...
...a dark environment. Keyboard Backlight The backlit present on some physical keyboards illuminates the symbols on automatically when your computer at dell.com/support. 20 Keyboard The backlit keyboard on Dell laptops have features such as keys for using the keyboard in touchpad, programmable shortcut keys, backlight, and so on all... volume adjustment, application shortcuts, built-in dark environments. Some keyboards may not be available on . Physical Keyboard Physical keyboards are generally used with desktop computers. External keyboards are used with laptop and...
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...of the tablet NOTE: For the specific location of the laptop (under system badge or in battery bay) Desktops - When the DELL logo is displayed, watch for a short time. Dell Support Website 1. Go to the desktop, then turn off your computer. 2. NOTE: The F2 prompt stays active only for the F2 prompt to...Navigate to the Main tab and look for your computer to boot up to dell.com/support. 2. Service Tag and Express-Service Code You can find the Service Tag and the Express-Service Code of your computer using one of the computer chassis Tablets - Bottom of the label on the screen.
...of the tablet NOTE: For the specific location of the laptop (under system badge or in battery bay) Desktops - When the DELL logo is displayed, watch for a short time. Dell Support Website 1. Go to the desktop, then turn off your computer. 2. NOTE: The F2 prompt stays active only for the F2 prompt to...Navigate to the Main tab and look for your computer to boot up to dell.com/support. 2. Service Tag and Express-Service Code You can find the Service Tag and the Express-Service Code of your computer using one of the computer chassis Tablets - Bottom of the label on the screen.
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... • Dual In-line Memory Module (DIMM) - Common memory‑module types are categorized based on their capacity (in GB) and speed (in desktop computers. • Small Outline Dual In-line Memory Module (SODIMM) - Used in MHz). Smaller in size than DIMMs. Generally used in notebook computers, however..., may also be used in some compact desktops and all-in the memory modules before you can open or use them. Faster and higher amount of memory generally provides better performance. Memory ...
... • Dual In-line Memory Module (DIMM) - Common memory‑module types are categorized based on their capacity (in GB) and speed (in desktop computers. • Small Outline Dual In-line Memory Module (SODIMM) - Used in MHz). Smaller in size than DIMMs. Generally used in notebook computers, however..., may also be used in some compact desktops and all-in the memory modules before you can open or use them. Faster and higher amount of memory generally provides better performance. Memory ...
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System Board A system board forms the central part of a desktop system board. Some important components of a system board are: • Processor socket • Memory-module connectors • Expansion‑card slots • CMOS to interact ...
System Board A system board forms the central part of a desktop system board. Some important components of a system board are: • Processor socket • Memory-module connectors • Expansion‑card slots • CMOS to interact ...
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...software. Generally, the chipset is part of device. Chipset The chipset provides controls the components on the system board. Generally the processor designed for one type of device cannot be used on another type of the system board, however, with some new generation processors, the chipset may be integrated ...in GigaHertz (GHz) or MegaHertz (MHz) • On-board memory, also referred to the processors designed for desktops, laptops, mobile devices, and so on : • Number of the processor. Higher values generally mean better performance.
...software. Generally, the chipset is part of device. Chipset The chipset provides controls the components on the system board. Generally the processor designed for one type of device cannot be used on another type of the system board, however, with some new generation processors, the chipset may be integrated ...in GigaHertz (GHz) or MegaHertz (MHz) • On-board memory, also referred to the processors designed for desktops, laptops, mobile devices, and so on : • Number of the processor. Higher values generally mean better performance.
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TV Tuners You can use TV tuners to watch television on using TV tuners, see the documentation for desktop and laptop computers as internal or external devices: Internal • PCI-E • PCI External • USB • PC Card • ExpressCard TV tuners are available for the TV tuner. For more information on your computer. TV tuners are mostly standalone, however, some video cards also have built-in TV tuners. TV Tuners 31
TV Tuners You can use TV tuners to watch television on using TV tuners, see the documentation for desktop and laptop computers as internal or external devices: Internal • PCI-E • PCI External • USB • PC Card • ExpressCard TV tuners are available for the TV tuner. For more information on your computer. TV tuners are mostly standalone, however, some video cards also have built-in TV tuners. TV Tuners 31
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... configurations. A 5.1 audio system uses five main audio channels (front left, front right, center, left surround, and right surround) and one subwoofer. 5.1 Audio 5.1 refers to the number of audio channels in combination with two speakers (left and rear right) in high-end ...they support; 2, 2.1, 5.1, 7.1, and so on. Speakers may support 3.5 mm audio connector, USB, or wireless connection to indicate errors or failures. Desktops also have built-in speakers for producing 5.1/7.1 channel audio. 2.1 Audio 2.1 refers to a system with the 5.1 audio system. 32 Speakers ...
... configurations. A 5.1 audio system uses five main audio channels (front left, front right, center, left surround, and right surround) and one subwoofer. 5.1 Audio 5.1 refers to the number of audio channels in combination with two speakers (left and rear right) in high-end ...they support; 2, 2.1, 5.1, 7.1, and so on. Speakers may support 3.5 mm audio connector, USB, or wireless connection to indicate errors or failures. Desktops also have built-in speakers for producing 5.1/7.1 channel audio. 2.1 Audio 2.1 refers to a system with the 5.1 audio system. 32 Speakers ...
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Dell desktops may support 5.1/7.1 audio. The Speaker Setup window appears. 3. Select a speaker configuration ...Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Sound. 2. Setting Up Your Computer 39 Dell computers and tablets also support a 3.5 mm audio port to allow you must connect the speakers to your computer or tablet...your speakers. NOTE: On computers with your computer to the connectors on the screen. Windows 7 1. Setting up Audio Dell laptops and tablets have built-in the search box and press . If you are setting up 5.1/7.1 audio, you to...
Dell desktops may support 5.1/7.1 audio. The Speaker Setup window appears. 3. Select a speaker configuration ...Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Sound. 2. Setting Up Your Computer 39 Dell computers and tablets also support a 3.5 mm audio port to allow you must connect the speakers to your computer or tablet...your speakers. NOTE: On computers with your computer to the connectors on the screen. Windows 7 1. Setting up Audio Dell laptops and tablets have built-in the search box and press . If you are setting up 5.1/7.1 audio, you to...
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... that allow you to switch between open items. Switch between open simultaneously). Rename the selected item. Close the active window (in a window or on the desktop. You can reprogram this method cannot be recovered from the Recycle Bin. CAUTION: Files deleted using the Advanced tab in the active program. Refresh the...
... that allow you to switch between open items. Switch between open simultaneously). Rename the selected item. Close the active window (in a window or on the desktop. You can reprogram this method cannot be recovered from the Recycle Bin. CAUTION: Files deleted using the Advanced tab in the active program. Refresh the...
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... paragraph. and down-arrow key Move the cursor to the beginning of the previous paragraph. with any arrow key Select more than one item in a window or on the desktop, or select text within a document. Windows key and Start Windows Explorer. Windows key and Open the Search Results-Computer dialog box (if...
... paragraph. and down-arrow key Move the cursor to the beginning of the previous paragraph. with any arrow key Select more than one item in a window or on the desktop, or select text within a document. Windows key and Start Windows Explorer. Windows key and Open the Search Results-Computer dialog box (if...
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... main app and snapped app. Lock the screen orientation (portrait or landscape). Zoom out of a large number of the Windows. Cycle through open apps (except desktop apps).
... main app and snapped app. Lock the screen orientation (portrait or landscape). Zoom out of a large number of the Windows. Cycle through open apps (except desktop apps).
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...the bottom-right corner of the screen. 3. NOTE: For special shortcut keys available on the Start screen. 2. The All apps icon appears at dell.com/support. Under Windows System, click Control Panel. 4. Right-click anywhere on your computer, see the Quick Start Guide that shipped with your... keyboard: Windows 8 1. Cycle through open apps (except desktop apps) in the reverse order. Snap an app to save the settings and close the window. 48 Using your Control Panel is displayed ...
...the bottom-right corner of the screen. 3. NOTE: For special shortcut keys available on the Start screen. 2. The All apps icon appears at dell.com/support. Under Windows System, click Control Panel. 4. Right-click anywhere on your computer, see the Quick Start Guide that shipped with your... keyboard: Windows 8 1. Cycle through open apps (except desktop apps) in the reverse order. Snap an app to save the settings and close the window. 48 Using your Control Panel is displayed ...
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... storage drives, tablets, and so on. Optical S/PDIF port - These peripherals include mouse, keyboard, printer, external drives, cameras, phones, and so on most laptops and desktops. USB port may be used to charge supported devices. Some computer also have USB ports with integrated PowerShare feature that allows you to connect peripherals...
... storage drives, tablets, and so on. Optical S/PDIF port - These peripherals include mouse, keyboard, printer, external drives, cameras, phones, and so on most laptops and desktops. USB port may be used to charge supported devices. Some computer also have USB ports with integrated PowerShare feature that allows you to connect peripherals...
