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... Lockups and Software Problems 292 Memory Problems 294 Mouse Problems 295 Network Problems 296 Power Problems 296 Printer Problems 298 Scanner Problems 299 Sound and Speaker Problems 299 Touch Pad or Mouse Problems for Laptop Computers 301 Video and Monitor Problems 302 Power Lights 304 Dell Technical Update Service 305 21 System...
... Lockups and Software Problems 292 Memory Problems 294 Mouse Problems 295 Network Problems 296 Power Problems 296 Printer Problems 298 Scanner Problems 299 Sound and Speaker Problems 299 Touch Pad or Mouse Problems for Laptop Computers 301 Video and Monitor Problems 302 Power Lights 304 Dell Technical Update Service 305 21 System...
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... to : • Change the system configuration information after you remove and replace certain hardware components. Finding Information 31 • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • Technical Support • International Notebook Support..., date, or password can be changed using the BIOS, using options provided by the operating system is a utility that serves as the amount of system memory.
... to : • Change the system configuration information after you remove and replace certain hardware components. Finding Information 31 • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • Technical Support • International Notebook Support..., date, or password can be changed using the BIOS, using options provided by the operating system is a utility that serves as the amount of system memory.
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...area. Reducing Hard Drive Space Used by Shadow Storage. Solid-state is an electrical term that refers to electronic circuitry that uses solid-state memory to store persistent data. 3 Click Run as administrator. 4 If a window appears asking permission to continue, click Continue. 5 Type the... following : vssadmin list shadowstorage. 6 Press . Unlike flash-based memory cards, an SSD emulates a hard disk drive, thus easily replacing it in most applications. NOTE: See Windows Help and Support for information on...
...area. Reducing Hard Drive Space Used by Shadow Storage. Solid-state is an electrical term that refers to electronic circuitry that uses solid-state memory to store persistent data. 3 Click Run as administrator. 4 If a window appears asking permission to continue, click Continue. 5 Type the... following : vssadmin list shadowstorage. 6 Press . Unlike flash-based memory cards, an SSD emulates a hard disk drive, thus easily replacing it in most applications. NOTE: See Windows Help and Support for information on...
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... must turn off the power to your computer, for example, when you want to add memory or you don't plan to use the computer again, it comes out of unsaved information. Use hibernation to save your desktop state to start working . This action shuts down only when you want to disk, a power... failure while on your desktop is restored exactly as you will be away from the computer for several days. Use shut down to use the computer for an extended time ...
... must turn off the power to your computer, for example, when you want to add memory or you don't plan to use the computer again, it comes out of unsaved information. Use hibernation to save your desktop state to start working . This action shuts down only when you want to disk, a power... failure while on your desktop is restored exactly as you will be away from the computer for several days. Use shut down to use the computer for an extended time ...
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... choosing options outside the capabilities of the NVIDIA Control Panel allows you to track the system's performance over time as well as CPUs, video cards, memory, system board, and chassis components. Profile Policies The Profile Policies section allows you to tailor and customize their system's performance.
... choosing options outside the capabilities of the NVIDIA Control Panel allows you to track the system's performance over time as well as CPUs, video cards, memory, system board, and chassis components. Profile Policies The Profile Policies section allows you to tailor and customize their system's performance.
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.... 3 Click OK. Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) 131 When launched the NVIDIA Monitor application detects installed ESAcompatible devices such as CPUs, video cards, memory, system board, and chassis components. These characteristics may include voltages, fan speeds, usage, temperatures and more. Selecting a component in the interface displays realtime data for...
.... 3 Click OK. Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) 131 When launched the NVIDIA Monitor application detects installed ESAcompatible devices such as CPUs, video cards, memory, system board, and chassis components. These characteristics may include voltages, fan speeds, usage, temperatures and more. Selecting a component in the interface displays realtime data for...
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... when writing to purchase a new battery during the life of your battery: • Using optical drives • Using wireless communications devices, PC Cards, Express Cards, media memory cards, or USB devices • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other power- To view the battery charge status,... adapter until the battery is fully charged. Using Your Laptop Computer for ways to an electrical outlet in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on page 146. 142 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries)
... when writing to purchase a new battery during the life of your battery: • Using optical drives • Using wireless communications devices, PC Cards, Express Cards, media memory cards, or USB devices • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other power- To view the battery charge status,... adapter until the battery is fully charged. Using Your Laptop Computer for ways to an electrical outlet in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on page 146. 142 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries)
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... to limit the space used to open . The tab feature speeds computer processing by clicking Settings. 3 Reduce the file size (the number of MBs in memory) and/or reduce the number of days to keep information in the same browsing window. You can delete or decrease the amount of space the...
... to limit the space used to open . The tab feature speeds computer processing by clicking Settings. 3 Reduce the file size (the number of MBs in memory) and/or reduce the number of days to keep information in the same browsing window. You can delete or decrease the amount of space the...
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... Options tab. 2 Delete the files in the browsing history, and then minimize the amount of space by clicking Settings. 3 Reduce the number of MB in memory and/or reduce the number of the history files on your computer, they are stored. Deleting Temporary Internet Files As files are downloaded to the...
... Options tab. 2 Delete the files in the browsing history, and then minimize the amount of space by clicking Settings. 3 Reduce the number of MB in memory and/or reduce the number of the history files on your computer, they are stored. Deleting Temporary Internet Files As files are downloaded to the...
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... include: Tool Power lights Diagnostic lights for desktop computers Diagnostic lights for information about diagnostic and status lights. Troubleshooting Tools Some of your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc. Dell Diagnostics can also indicate internal power problems. ...See your Service Manual for laptop computers System messages Windows Hardware Troubleshooter Dell Diagnostics Function The power button light illuminates and ...
... include: Tool Power lights Diagnostic lights for desktop computers Diagnostic lights for information about diagnostic and status lights. Troubleshooting Tools Some of your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc. Dell Diagnostics can also indicate internal power problems. ...See your Service Manual for laptop computers System messages Windows Hardware Troubleshooter Dell Diagnostics Function The power button light illuminates and ...
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... strips connected to help identify the problem. 274 Troubleshooting Ensure that the computer turns on properly. - Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the Service Manual for Desktop Computers Some desktop computers have lights labeled with similar products in known working by testing it with your location, if applicable. - Too many devices...
... strips connected to help identify the problem. 274 Troubleshooting Ensure that the computer turns on properly. - Remove and then reinstall the memory modules (see the Service Manual for Desktop Computers Some desktop computers have lights labeled with similar products in known working by testing it with your location, if applicable. - Too many devices...
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... or the program that the boot sequence information is not listed in BIOS setup. N O B O O T D E V I C E A V A I V E P R O B L E M . - DELL RECOMMENDS THAT YOU BACK UP YOUR DATA REGULARLY. N O T I M E R T I C K I O N - AUXILIARY DEVICE FAILURE VERIFY THAT MOUSE AND KEYBOARD ARE SECURELY ATTACHED TO CORRECT CONNECTORS. MEMORY ADDRESS LINE FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING 276 Troubleshooting I N V A L I D C O N F I G U R A T I O N I N F O R M A T I N T E R R U P T - Enter the system setup...
... or the program that the boot sequence information is not listed in BIOS setup. N O B O O T D E V I C E A V A I V E P R O B L E M . - DELL RECOMMENDS THAT YOU BACK UP YOUR DATA REGULARLY. N O T I M E R T I C K I O N - AUXILIARY DEVICE FAILURE VERIFY THAT MOUSE AND KEYBOARD ARE SECURELY ATTACHED TO CORRECT CONNECTORS. MEMORY ADDRESS LINE FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING 276 Troubleshooting I N V A L I D C O N F I G U R A T I O N I N F O R M A T I N T E R R U P T - Enter the system setup...
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... Problems" on page 281). If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 308). PLEASE RUN THE SYSTEM SETUP Troubleshooting 277 See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292. MEMORY WRITE/READ FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - NO BOOT DEVICE AVAILABLE - S H U T D O W N F A I V E - D I S K D R I L U R E - RUN...
... Problems" on page 281). If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 308). PLEASE RUN THE SYSTEM SETUP Troubleshooting 277 See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292. MEMORY WRITE/READ FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - NO BOOT DEVICE AVAILABLE - S H U T D O W N F A I V E - D I S K D R I L U R E - RUN...
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... NOT CHARGE. Connect the correct AC adapter to the computer or docking station. THE AMOUNT OF SYSTEM MEMORY HAS CHANGED. PRESS F5 TO RUN ONBOARD DIAGNOSTICS. - • Reseat the memory (for assistance (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 308). S T R I T Y. - P L E A S E R U N T H E S YS T E M S E T U P P R O G R A M - THE AC POWER ADAPTER TYPE CANNOT BE DETERMINED. THE AC POWER ADAPTER...
... NOT CHARGE. Connect the correct AC adapter to the computer or docking station. THE AMOUNT OF SYSTEM MEMORY HAS CHANGED. PRESS F5 TO RUN ONBOARD DIAGNOSTICS. - • Reseat the memory (for assistance (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 308). S T R I T Y. - P L E A S E R U N T H E S YS T E M S E T U P P R O G R A M - THE AC POWER ADAPTER TYPE CANNOT BE DETERMINED. THE AC POWER ADAPTER...
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... successfully, the following message appears: "Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. Select Diagnostics from the boot menu and press . Select Diagnostics from the boot menu and press . 282 Troubleshooting then, shut down your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on. •...Turn on . Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. Starting the Dell Diagnostics on Desktop Computers NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; NOTE: If you wait too long and the ...
... successfully, the following message appears: "Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. Select Diagnostics from the boot menu and press . Select Diagnostics from the boot menu and press . 282 Troubleshooting then, shut down your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on. •...Turn on . Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. Starting the Dell Diagnostics on Desktop Computers NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; NOTE: If you wait too long and the ...
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... System Exit Function Run the stand-alone memory test Run System Diagnostics Exit the Diagnostics 2 After you have...or more information. 284 Troubleshooting Write down the error code and problem description and see "Contacting Dell" on the computer. If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your Service Tag. 4 If you to run . Allows ...a message appears with an error code and a description of devices in the system. Using the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for your computer. This typically...
... System Exit Function Run the stand-alone memory test Run System Diagnostics Exit the Diagnostics 2 After you have...or more information. 284 Troubleshooting Write down the error code and problem description and see "Contacting Dell" on the computer. If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your Service Tag. 4 If you to run . Allows ...a message appears with an error code and a description of devices in the system. Using the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for your computer. This typically...
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...Dell Support Center icon on your computer or all devices attached to your hardware configuration for the selected device. The software automatically identifies your Service Tag Number, PC... The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all devices from the Start button. To exit the Dell Diagnostics...are complete, close the Main Menu screen. 6 Remove the Dell Drivers and Utilities media (if applicable). Displays error conditions ...error conditions encountered. Allows you with options for contacting Dell Technical Support including live chat, phone and E-mail...
...Dell Support Center icon on your computer or all devices attached to your hardware configuration for the selected device. The software automatically identifies your Service Tag Number, PC... The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all devices from the Start button. To exit the Dell Diagnostics...are complete, close the Main Menu screen. 6 Remove the Dell Drivers and Utilities media (if applicable). Displays error conditions ...error conditions encountered. Allows you with options for contacting Dell Technical Support including live chat, phone and E-mail...
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... the program that you want to remove. 3 Click Uninstall. 4 See the program documentation for installation instructions. Contact Dell (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. ENSURE THAT THE CABLE FOR THE IEEE 1394 DEVICE IS PROPERLY INSERTED INTO THE DEVICE AND INTO THE ... a bootable CD or DVD. For additional safety best practices information, see "Contacting Dell" on page 308. ENSURE THAT THE IEEE 1394 DEVICE IS RECOGNIZED BY WINDOWS - NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. NOTE: Your computer supports only IEEE 1394a standard. is missing an essential...
... the program that you want to remove. 3 Click Uninstall. 4 See the program documentation for installation instructions. Contact Dell (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. ENSURE THAT THE CABLE FOR THE IEEE 1394 DEVICE IS PROPERLY INSERTED INTO THE DEVICE AND INTO THE ... a bootable CD or DVD. For additional safety best practices information, see "Contacting Dell" on page 308. ENSURE THAT THE IEEE 1394 DEVICE IS RECOGNIZED BY WINDOWS - NOT ENOUGH MEMORY OR RESOURCES. NOTE: Your computer supports only IEEE 1394a standard. is missing an essential...
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...drivers do not conflict with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. IF YOU RECEIVE AN INSUFFICIENT MEMORY MESSAGE - • Save and close any open files and exit any of the procedures in an environment similar to run the software... - • Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. • Verify that resolves the problem. 294 Troubleshooting See "Contacting Dell" on your computer. • Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to non-XP operating system environments. 1 Click Start...
...drivers do not conflict with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. IF YOU RECEIVE AN INSUFFICIENT MEMORY MESSAGE - • Save and close any open files and exit any of the procedures in an environment similar to run the software... - • Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. • Verify that resolves the problem. 294 Troubleshooting See "Contacting Dell" on your computer. • Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to non-XP operating system environments. 1 Click Start...
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... documentation shipped with your computer). • Reseat the memory modules (see the documentation shipped with your computer. IF YOU EXPERIENCE OTHER MEMORY PROBLEMS - • Reseat the memory modules (see the documentation shipped with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CHECK THE MOUSE CABLE - • Ensure...
... documentation shipped with your computer). • Reseat the memory modules (see the documentation shipped with your computer. IF YOU EXPERIENCE OTHER MEMORY PROBLEMS - • Reseat the memory modules (see the documentation shipped with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CHECK THE MOUSE CABLE - • Ensure...
