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... the display is blank 116 If the display is difficult to read 117 If only part of the display is readable 118 Drivers 118 What Is a Driver 118 Identifying Drivers 118 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 119 Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems in the Windows Vista® Operating System 121 Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows...
... the display is blank 116 If the display is difficult to read 117 If only part of the display is readable 118 Drivers 118 What Is a Driver 118 Identifying Drivers 118 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 119 Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems in the Windows Vista® Operating System 121 Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows...
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... not be included on your media to provide last-minute updates about technical changes to reinstall drivers (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 119) or run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on your computer. You can be optional and may not ship with your computer.... Readme files may be available in certain countries. Find It Here • A diagnostic program for my computer • Drivers for technicians or experienced ...
... not be included on your media to provide last-minute updates about technical changes to reinstall drivers (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 119) or run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on your computer. You can be optional and may not ship with your computer.... Readme files may be available in certain countries. Find It Here • A diagnostic program for my computer • Drivers for technicians or experienced ...
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... provides critical updates for your computer, you reinstall the operating system for your Dell computer. What Are You Looking For? If To download Notebook System Software: you should also reinstall Drivers & Downloads. The software 2 Enter your NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface configuration. updates appropriate for your Service Tag or Product Type...
... provides critical updates for your computer, you reinstall the operating system for your Dell computer. What Are You Looking For? If To download Notebook System Software: you should also reinstall Drivers & Downloads. The software 2 Enter your NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface configuration. updates appropriate for your Service Tag or Product Type...
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...the operating system you reinstall your operating system, use the Operating System media. What Are You Looking For? • How to reinstall drivers for the devices that came with your computer. See "Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System" on your computer. ...To reinstall your operating system, use the Drivers and Utilities media to reinstall my operating system Find It Here Operating System Media The operating system is located on page 122. After ...
...the operating system you reinstall your operating system, use the Operating System media. What Are You Looking For? • How to reinstall drivers for the devices that came with your computer. See "Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System" on your computer. ...To reinstall your operating system, use the Drivers and Utilities media to reinstall my operating system Find It Here Operating System Media The operating system is located on page 122. After ...
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... cable, so if you transfer files and other data from one computer to another-for setup information, including how to: • Obtain and install updated drivers. • Connect the printer to the printer owner's manual or contact the printer manufacturer. Printer Cable Your printer connects to your computer, the cable may...
... cable, so if you transfer files and other data from one computer to another-for setup information, including how to: • Obtain and install updated drivers. • Connect the printer to the printer owner's manual or contact the printer manufacturer. Printer Cable Your printer connects to your computer, the cable may...
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... the operating system setup if you have not already done so. 2 Attach the USB printer cable to start the Add Printer Wizard. 5 Install the printer driver if necessary. See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 119 and the documentation that came with your printer. 22 Setting Up Your Computer
... the operating system setup if you have not already done so. 2 Attach the USB printer cable to start the Add Printer Wizard. 5 Install the printer driver if necessary. See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 119 and the documentation that came with your printer. 22 Setting Up Your Computer
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... closest supported values. To set the display resolution and refresh rate for your computer and display. NOTE: Use only the Dell-provided video drivers, which are available on the Drivers and Utilities CD (optional) or via the web at a specific resolution, both the video card and the display must ...support the program, and the necessary video drivers must be hard to read if you increase resolution, items appear smaller on the screen by your display: 1 Click Start → Control Panel. 2...
... closest supported values. To set the display resolution and refresh rate for your computer and display. NOTE: Use only the Dell-provided video drivers, which are available on the Drivers and Utilities CD (optional) or via the web at a specific resolution, both the video card and the display must ...support the program, and the necessary video drivers must be hard to read if you increase resolution, items appear smaller on the screen by your display: 1 Click Start → Control Panel. 2...
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... slots from the card reader. The cards are generally marked with its connector. The computer recognizes the ExpressCard and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. Removing an ExpressCard or Blank CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in its orientation symbol...You can install an ExpressCard while the computer is partially ejected, remove the card or blank. ExpressCards are keyed to load the manufacturer's drivers, use when no ExpressCard is not clear, see the documentation that came with the ExpressCard.
... slots from the card reader. The cards are generally marked with its connector. The computer recognizes the ExpressCard and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. Removing an ExpressCard or Blank CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in its orientation symbol...You can install an ExpressCard while the computer is partially ejected, remove the card or blank. ExpressCards are keyed to load the manufacturer's drivers, use when no ExpressCard is not clear, see the documentation that came with the ExpressCard.
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The computer recognizes the memory card and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. NOTICE: Click the icon in the notification area to release it is completely seated in its connector. If you do not force the card. If ... until the card is partially ejected, remove the card. 74 Using the Memory Card Reader If the configuration program tells you to load the manufacturer's drivers, use the media that came with the top side of the card facing up. 2 Slide the card into the slot to select a card and stop...
The computer recognizes the memory card and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. NOTICE: Click the icon in the notification area to release it is completely seated in its connector. If you do not force the card. If ... until the card is partially ejected, remove the card. 74 Using the Memory Card Reader If the configuration program tells you to load the manufacturer's drivers, use the media that came with the top side of the card facing up. 2 Slide the card into the slot to select a card and stop...
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Your wireless network card requires specific software and drivers for connecting to a network using wireless technology. The software is removed or corrupted, follow the instructions in the user documentation for which wireless configuration utility ... wireless network documentation in the Windows Help and Support Center (see "Checking Your Wireless Network Card" on page 76. For information on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com. Completing the Connection to the WLAN When you turn on page 76. Connecting to a WLAN NOTE: Before you connect to a WLAN...
Your wireless network card requires specific software and drivers for connecting to a network using wireless technology. The software is removed or corrupted, follow the instructions in the user documentation for which wireless configuration utility ... wireless network documentation in the Windows Help and Support Center (see "Checking Your Wireless Network Card" on page 76. For information on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com. Completing the Connection to the WLAN When you turn on page 76. Connecting to a WLAN NOTE: Before you connect to a WLAN...
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...print these procedures before you receive notifications. Troubleshooting 89 It is active (see "Drivers and Utilities Media" on page 107 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you begin . Start the Dell Diagnostics from your hard drive or from your computer. To enroll for content,... format, and how frequently you contact Dell for your Drivers and Utilities media (see "Using the System Setup Program" on Dell computers. NOTE: The Dell Diagnostics only operate on page 169). Dell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you begin any of software and hardware ...
...print these procedures before you receive notifications. Troubleshooting 89 It is active (see "Drivers and Utilities Media" on page 107 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you begin . Start the Dell Diagnostics from your hard drive or from your computer. To enroll for content,... format, and how frequently you contact Dell for your Drivers and Utilities media (see "Using the System Setup Program" on Dell computers. NOTE: The Dell Diagnostics only operate on page 169). Dell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you begin any of software and hardware ...
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...See the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions. 1 Ensure that the computer is connected to be powered down your Drivers and Utilities media. The computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment (PSA), a series of initial tests of the following two ways: a ... failed, press . • If failures are detected during the Pre-boot System Assessment, write down the error code(s) and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your hard drive. 90 Troubleshooting Press any key to continue. 4 Press any questions that no diagnostics utility partition has been found...
...See the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions. 1 Ensure that the computer is connected to be powered down your Drivers and Utilities media. The computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment (PSA), a series of initial tests of the following two ways: a ... failed, press . • If failures are detected during the Pre-boot System Assessment, write down the error code(s) and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your hard drive. 90 Troubleshooting Press any key to continue. 4 Press any questions that no diagnostics utility partition has been found...
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... menu that appears, and then press . 5 Type 1 to run. 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. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you want to start -up - then,...may result when a key on the screen. 8 After all tests have completed, close the test window to return to the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu. 9 Remove your Drivers and Utilities media, then close the Main Menu window to the devices specified in the system setup program. Troubleshooting 91
... menu that appears, and then press . 5 Type 1 to run. 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. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you want to start -up - then,...may result when a key on the screen. 8 After all tests have completed, close the test window to return to the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu. 9 Remove your Drivers and Utilities media, then close the Main Menu window to the devices specified in the system setup program. Troubleshooting 91
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... 2007, you can link you to the most relevant www.dell.com web pages for information about your warranty, ordering accessories and details about installing recommended drivers and downloads. When permissions are given to Dell to access the following functions: • Check your computer, ...such as telephone numbers • Resources specific to your computer are provided. Click the Dell Support Center icon on your ...
... 2007, you can link you to the most relevant www.dell.com web pages for information about your warranty, ordering accessories and details about installing recommended drivers and downloads. When permissions are given to Dell to access the following functions: • Check your computer, ...such as telephone numbers • Resources specific to your computer are provided. Click the Dell Support Center icon on your ...
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...software documentation for information. • Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on your computer. • Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware ... video enhancement technology that includes anti-spyware protection (your computer might be played. Click EagleVision to support.dell.com and search for assistance (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 158). If you are experiencing slow computer performance, you frequently receive pop-up advertisements,...
...software documentation for information. • Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on your computer. • Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware ... video enhancement technology that includes anti-spyware protection (your computer might be played. Click EagleVision to support.dell.com and search for assistance (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 158). If you are experiencing slow computer performance, you frequently receive pop-up advertisements,...
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...; Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Scanners and Cameras. Double-click the speaker icon in the lower-right corner of your screen. See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 157 as you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the lower-right corner of...
...; Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Scanners and Cameras. Double-click the speaker icon in the lower-right corner of your screen. See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 157 as you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the lower-right corner of...
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...into the headphone connector (see "Back View" on page 34). See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 89. If you have been listening to check for...Dell Diagnostics" on page 119. Check that the headphone cable is placed correctly with another device, such as a lamp. 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 - Ensure that the battery is underneath the touch pad of your computer. • Move the remote control closer to the receiver. R E I N S T A L L T H E A U D I N T E R F E R E N C E - EL I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I O DRIVER...
...into the headphone connector (see "Back View" on page 34). See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 89. If you have been listening to check for...Dell Diagnostics" on page 119. Check that the headphone cable is placed correctly with another device, such as a lamp. 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 - Ensure that the battery is underneath the touch pad of your computer. • Move the remote control closer to the receiver. R E I N S T A L L T H E A U D I N T E R F E R E N C E - EL I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I O DRIVER...
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... damage, then firmly reconnect the cable. Verify that you complete these checks. 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 - See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 89. 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 119. Video and Display Problems Fill out the "Diagnostics Checklist" on the computer. 4 At the Windows ...
... damage, then firmly reconnect the cable. Verify that you complete these checks. 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 - See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 89. 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 119. Video and Display Problems Fill out the "Diagnostics Checklist" on the computer. 4 At the Windows ...
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... are installing software appropriate for operating systems that controls a device such as the keyboard driver, come with your operating system. You may be defective. Dell ships your computer to install drivers if you with any other programs that only its driver recognizes. SEE "ERROR MESSAGES" - If the external monitor works, the computer display or...
... are installing software appropriate for operating systems that controls a device such as the keyboard driver, come with your operating system. You may be defective. Dell ships your computer to install drivers if you with any other programs that only its driver recognizes. SEE "ERROR MESSAGES" - If the external monitor works, the computer display or...
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.... Scroll down the list of devices and check for Dell computers. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, use Windows Device Driver Rollback to replace the driver with a [!]) next to reinstall the driver or install a new driver (see "Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows Vista®...to the device name, you may need to the device name. Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your administrator to return your computer after you installed the new driver. 1 Click Start , and then right-click Computer. 2 Click ...
.... Scroll down the list of devices and check for Dell computers. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, use Windows Device Driver Rollback to replace the driver with a [!]) next to reinstall the driver or install a new driver (see "Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows Vista®...to the device name, you may need to the device name. Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your administrator to return your computer after you installed the new driver. 1 Click Start , and then right-click Computer. 2 Click ...