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Solving Problems

Dell Diagnostics

CAUTION:

Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the

Product Information Guide

When to Use the Dell Diagnostics

If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in "Lockups and Software
Problems" on page 73 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance.

It is recommended that you print these procedures before you begin.

NOTICE:

The Dell Diagnostics works only on Dell computers.

NOTE:

The

Drivers and Utilities

CD is optional and may not ship with your computer.

Start the Dell Diagnostics from either your hard drive or from the

Drivers and Utilities

CD.

Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive

The Dell Diagnostics is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on your hard drive.

NOTE:

If your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell. See "Contacting Dell" on page 111.

Shut down the computer.

Connect the computer to an electrical outlet, if it is not already connected.

Turn on (or restart) your computer.

Diagnostics can be invoked one of two ways:

Turn on the computer. When the DELL™ logo appears, press <F12> immediately. Select

Diagnostics

from the boot menu and press <Enter>.

NOTE:

If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the

Microsoft

Windows

desktop. Then shut down your computer and try again.

Press and hold the <Fn> key while powering the system on.

NOTE:

If you see a message stating that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run the Dell

Diagnostics from the

Drivers and Utilities CD

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Summary of Contents for Inspiron 1501 - Turion X2 TL-60 2GB DDR2

Page 1: ...w w w d e l l c o m s u p p o r t d e l l c o m Dell Inspiron 1501 Owner s Manual Model PP23LA book book Page 1 Friday December 21 2007 3 22 PM ...

Page 2: ...y forbidden Trademarksusedinthistext Dell theDELLlogo Inspiron DellPrecision Dimension DellNet OptiPlex Latitude PowerEdge PowerConnect PowerVault PowerApp XPS YOURS IS HERE and Strike Zone are trademarks of Dell Inc Microsoft Windows and Windows Vista are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries Bluetooth is a registered trade...

Page 3: ...p Your Internet Connection 25 Transferring Information to a New Computer 26 Running the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard With the Operating System Media 26 Running the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard Without the Operating System Media 27 Setting Up a Printer 29 Printer Cable 29 Connecting a USB Printer 29 Power Protection Devices 30 Surge Protectors 30 Line Conditioners 31 Uninterruptible Pow...

Page 4: ...ows Logo Key Functions 37 Adjusting Keyboard Settings 37 Touch Pad 38 Customizing the Touch Pad 38 5 Using a Battery 39 Battery Performance 39 Checking the Battery Charge 40 Dell QuickSet Battery Meter 40 Microsoft Windows Power Meter 40 Charge Gauge 40 Low Battery Warning 41 Conserving Battery Power 41 Power Management Modes 41 Configuring Power Management Settings 43 Charging the Battery 43 Repl...

Page 5: ...ards 53 Installing a Media Memory Card 53 Removing a Media Memory Card 54 8 Setting Up a Network 55 Physically Connecting to a Network or Broadband Modem 55 Network Setup Wizard 56 Wireless Local Area Network WLAN 56 What You Need to Establish a WLAN Connection 56 Checking Your Wireless Network Card 56 Setting Up a New WLAN 57 Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network 58 Enabling Disabling the W...

Page 6: ...ssCard Problems 72 Keyboard Problems 72 External Keyboard problems 73 Unexpected characters 73 Lockups and Software Problems 73 The computer does not start up 74 The computer stops responding 74 A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly 74 A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft Windows operating system 74 A solid blue screen appears 74 Other software problems 74 Memory Problems 75 N...

Page 7: ... Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 81 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 83 Restoring Your Operating System 84 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 84 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 85 Using the Operating System CD 87 11 Adding and Replacing Parts 89 Before You Begin 89 Recommended Tools 89 Turning Off Your Computer 89 Before Working Inside Your Computer 90 Optical Drive 91...

Page 8: ...ng the System Setup Program 141 Entering System Setup 141 Commonly Used Options 142 Cleaning Your Computer 143 Computer Keyboard and Display 144 Touch Pad 144 Floppy Drive 144 CDs and DVDs 144 Dell Technical Support Policy U S Only 145 Definition of Dell Installed Software and Peripherals 145 Definition of Third Party Software and Peripherals 145 FCC Notice U S Only 146 FCC Class B 146 Macrovision...

Page 9: ...Contents 9 Glossary 149 Index 161 book book Page 9 Friday December 21 2007 3 22 PM ...

Page 10: ...10 Contents book book Page 10 Friday December 21 2007 3 22 PM ...

Page 11: ...a may be optional and may not ship with your computer Documentation and drivers are already installed on your computer You can use the media to reinstall drivers or run the Dell Diagnostics see Dell Diagnostics on page 63 Readme files may be included on your media to provide last minute updates about technical changes to your computer or advanced technical reference material for technicians or exp...

Page 12: ...soft Windows License These labels are located on the bottom of your computer Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support dell com or contact technical support Enter the Express Service Code to direct your call when contacting technical support What Are You Looking For Find It Here book book Page 12 Friday December 21 2007 3 22 PM ...

Page 13: ...Reference Computer documentation details on my computer configuration product specifications and white papers Downloads Certified drivers patches and software updates Dell Support Website support dell com NOTE Select your region to view the appropriate support site How to use the Windows operating system How to work with programs and files How to personalize my desktop Windows Help and Support Cen...

Page 14: ...o restore your operating system For more information see Restoring Your Operating System on page 84 After you reinstall your operating system use the Drivers and Utilities media see page 81 to reinstall drivers for the devices that came with your computer Your operating system product key label is located on your computer NOTE The color of your media varies based on the operating system you ordere...

Page 15: ...guration 1 Access the Microsoft Windows Help and Support Center For instructions see Windows Help and Support Center on page 13 2 Under Pick a Task click Use Tools to view your computer information and diagnose problems 3 Under My Computer Information select Hardware From the My Computer Information Hardware screen you can view the type of video controller installed in your computer as well as the...

Page 16: ...y closed DISPLAY For more information about your display see Using the Display on page 33 1 display latch release 2 display latches 2 3 display 4 power button 5 device status lights 6 touch pad 7 speakers 2 8 touch pad buttons 9 keyboard 10 keyboard and wireless status lights 1 9 3 6 8 4 7 5 10 2 book book Page 16 Friday December 21 2007 3 22 PM ...

Page 17: ...computer is running on a battery the light operates as follows Off The battery is adequately charged or the computer is turned off Flashing orange The battery charge is low Solid orange The battery charge is critically low Turns on when you turn on the computer and blinks when the computer is in a power management mode Turns on when the computer reads or writes data NOTICE To avoid loss of data ne...

Page 18: ...media control buttons or speaker volume keyboard shortcuts For more information see Speaker Functions on page 36 TOUCH PAD BUTTONS Touch pad buttons provide the functionality of a mouse KEYBOARD The keyboard includes a numeric keypad as well as the Microsoft Windows logo key For information on supported keyboard shortcuts see Key Combinations on page 36 book book Page 18 Friday December 21 2007 3 ...

Page 19: ...the following Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled Turns on when the uppercase letter function is enabled Turns on when the scroll lock function is enabled Turns on when wireless networking is enabled To enable or disable wireless networking press Fn F2 9 A book book Page 19 Friday December 21 2007 3 22 PM ...

Page 20: ... computer uses fans to create airflow through the vents which prevents the computer from overheating NOTICE Before you buy an antitheft device ensure that it will work with the security cable slot SECURITY CABLE SLOT Lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device to the computer For more information see the instructions included with the device 1 air vent 2 security cable slot 3 optical...

Page 21: ... one ExpressCard The computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the slot You can add an ExpressCard to make WWAN connectivity available on your computer For more information see Using Cards on page 51 3 IN 1 MEDIA MEMORY CARD READER Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos music and videos stored on a media memory card The 3 in 1 media memory card reader reads Secu...

Page 22: ...ector Connect USB devices such as a mouse keyboard or printer You can also connect the optional floppy drive directly to a USB connector using the optional floppy drive cable 1 AC adapter connector 2 network connector RJ 45 3 modem connector RJ 11 4 USB connectors 2 5 video connector 1 4 5 3 2 book book Page 22 Friday December 21 2007 3 22 PM ...

Page 23: ...RJ 11 NOTICE The network connector is slightly larger than the modem connector To help prevent damage to the computer do not plug a telephone line into the network connector USB CONNECTORS VIDEO CONNECTOR Connects the computer to a network The green and yellow lights next to the connector indicate activity for wired network communications For information on using the network adapter see the online...

Page 24: ...mputer to an electrical outlet For more information see Using a Battery on page 39 HARD DRIVE Stores software and data For more information see Hard Drive on page 92 and Hard drive problems on page 67 MODEM MEMORY MODULE COVER Covers the compartment that contains the modem and the memory modules For more information see Modem on page 96 and Memory on page 94 FAN The computer uses a fan to create a...

Page 25: ...lephone line to the modem connector on your computer and to the telephone wall jack before you set up your Internet connection If you are using a DSL or cable modem connection contact your ISP for setup instructions Setting Up Your Internet Connection To set up an Internet connection with a provided ISP desktop shortcut 1 Save and close any open files and exit any open programs 2 Double click the ...

Page 26: ...ing system provides a Files and Settings Transfer Wizard to move data from a source computer to a new computer You can transfer data such as E mail messages Toolbar settings Window sizes Internet bookmarks You can transfer the data to the new computer over a network connection or you can store it on removable media such as a writable CD for transfer to the new computer NOTE For instructions on set...

Page 27: ...ethod screen click the transfer method you prefer 7 On the What do you want to transfer screen select the items you want to transfer and click Next After the information has been copied the Completing the Collection Phase screen appears 8 Click Finish Transfer Data to the New Computer 1 On the Now go to your old computer screen on the new computer click Next 2 On the Where are the files and settin...

Page 28: ...er and click Next 6 On the Select a transfer method screen click the transfer method you prefer 7 On the What do you want to transfer screen select the items you want to transfer and click Next After the information has been copied the Completing the Collection Phase screen appears 8 Click Finish Transfer Data to the New Computer 1 On the Now go to your old computer screen on the new computer clic...

Page 29: ...to your computer with either a USB cable or a parallel cable Your printer may not come with a printer cable so if you purchase a cable separately ensure that it is compatible with your printer and computer If you purchased a printer cable at the same time you purchased your computer the cable may arrive in the box in which your computer was shipped Connecting a USB Printer NOTE You can connect USB...

Page 30: ...tors Surge protectors and power strips equipped with surge protection help prevent damage to your computer from voltage spikes that can occur during electrical storms or after power interruptions Some surge protector manufacturers include warranty coverage for certain types of damage Carefully read the device warranty when choosing a surge protector A device with a higher joule rating offers more ...

Page 31: ...t against power interruptions Line conditioners are designed to maintain AC voltage at a fairly constant level Uninterruptible Power Supplies NOTICE Loss of power while data is being saved to the hard drive may result in data loss or file damage NOTE To ensure maximum battery operating time connect only your computer to a UPS Connect other devices such as a printer to a separate power strip that p...

Page 32: ...32 Setting Up Your Computer book book Page 32 Friday December 21 2007 3 22 PM ...

Page 33: ...at a specific resolution both the graphics card and the display must support the program and the necessary video drivers must be installed Before you change any of the default display settings make a note of the default settings for future reference NOTE Use only the Dell installed video drivers which are designed to offer the best performance with your Dell installed operating system If you choos...

Page 34: ...the taskbar that usually appears at the bottom of the desktop may no longer be visible To view the rest of the screen use the touch pad or track stick to pan up down left and right NOTICE You can damage an external monitor by using an unsupported refresh rate Before adjusting the refresh rate on an external monitor see the user s guide for the monitor book book Page 34 Friday December 21 2007 3 22...

Page 35: ...he keypad has multiple functions The keypad numbers and symbols are marked in blue on the right of the keypad keys To type a number or symbol press Fn and the desired key after enabling the keypad To enable the keypad press Fn Num Lk The light indicates that the keypad is active To disable the keypad press Fn Num Lk again 9 book book Page 35 Friday December 21 2007 3 22 PM ...

Page 36: ...onitor Fn Esc Activates the Stand by power management mode You can reprogram this keyboard shortcut to activate a different power management mode using the Advanced tab in the Power Options Properties window See Power Management Modes on page 41 Fn F1 Activates the Hibernate power management mode when Dell QuickSet is installed You can reprogram this keyboard shortcut to activate a different power...

Page 37: ... and m Minimizes all open windows Windows logo key and Shift m Restores all minimized windows This command functions as a toggle to restore maximize all windows previously minimized with the use of the Windows logo key and m key combination Windows logo key and e Runs Windows Explorer Windows logo key and r Opens the Run dialog box Windows logo key and f Opens the Search Results dialog box Windows...

Page 38: ... twice The touch pad has silk screening on two sides to indicate scrolling capability in these scroll zones Scrolling is enabled by default To disable this feature modify the mouse properties through the Control Panel NOTE The scroll zones may not work with all application programs For the scroll zones to function properly the application program must be able to use the touch pad scroll feature Cu...

Page 39: ... time varies depending on operating conditions Operating time is significantly reduced when you perform operations including but not limited to the following Using optical drives Using wireless communications devices ExpressCards media memory cards or USB devices Using high brightness display settings 3D screen savers or other power intensive programs such as complex 3D graphics applications Runni...

Page 40: ...n in the taskbar and click Help Microsoft Windows Power Meter The Windows Power Meter indicates the remaining battery charge To check the Power Meter double click the icon on the taskbar For instructions on accessing more information about the Power Meter see Configuring Power Management Settings on page 43 If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet a icon appears Charge Gauge By either ...

Page 41: ...ng the Power Options Properties window Conserving Battery Power Perform the following actions to conserve battery power Connect the computer to an electrical outlet when possible because battery life is largely determined by the number of times the battery is used and recharged Place the computer in standby mode or hibernate mode when you leave the computer unattended for long periods of time See ...

Page 42: ... remove devices or undock your computer while your computer is in hibernate mode Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low To manually enter hibernate mode Click the Start button click Turn off computer press and hold Shift and then click Hibernate or Depending on how you set the power management options on the Advanced tab in the Power Options Properti...

Page 43: ...flashes alternately green and orange Disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet and allow the computer and the battery to cool to room temperature Then connect the computer to an electrical outlet to continue charging the battery For more information about resolving problems with a battery see Power Problems on page 76 Replacing the Battery CAUTION Before performing these procedures turn o...

Page 44: ...he bottom of the computer and then lift the battery from the bay To replace the battery follow the removal procedure in reverse order Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you store your computer for an extended period of time A battery discharges during prolonged storage After a long storage period recharge the battery fully see Charging the Battery on page 43 before you use it 1 battery bay ...

Page 45: ...en or close it Keep the tray closed when you are not using the drive NOTE Do not move the computer when you are playing CDs or DVDs Press the eject button on the front of the drive 1 Press the eject button on the front of the drive 2 Pull out the tray 1 CD DVD tray 1 book book Page 45 Friday December 21 2007 3 22 PM ...

Page 46: ...the CD or DVD playing 1 Click the Start button point to Programs Accessories Entertainment or Multimedia and then click Volume Control 2 In the Volume Control window click and drag the bar in the Volume Control column and slide it up or down to increase or decrease the volume For more information on volume control options click Help in the Volume Control window The Volume Meter displays the curren...

Page 47: ...h as creating music CDs from audio files stored on your computer or backing up important data For help open Sonic DigitalMedia and then click the question mark icon in the upper right corner of the window How to Copy a CD or DVD NOTE CD RW DVD combo drives cannot write to DVD media If you have a CD RW DVD combo drive and you experience recording problems check for available software patches on the...

Page 48: ...at CD R again see the Sonic documentation for more information Use blank CD RWs to write to CDs or to erase rewrite or update data on CDs Blank DVD Rs can be used to permanently store large amounts of information After you create a DVD R disc you may not be able to write to that disc again if the disc is finalized or closed during the final stage of the disc creation process Use blank DVD RWs if y...

Page 49: ...able DVD formats For a list of formats supported by your DVD player see the documentation provided with your DVD player or contact the manufacturer Do not burn a blank CD R or CD RW to its maximum capacity for example do not copy a 650 MB file to a blank 650 MB CD The CD RW drive needs 1 2 MB of the blank space to finalize the recording Use a blank CD RW to practice CD recording until you are fami...

Page 50: ...50 Using Multimedia book book Page 50 Friday December 21 2007 3 22 PM ...

Page 51: ... page 52 Installing an ExpressCard You can install an ExpressCard in the computer while the computer is running The computer automatically detects the card ExpressCards are generally marked with a symbol such as a triangle or an arrow or a label to indicate which end to insert into the slot The cards are keyed to prevent incorrect insertion If card orientation is not clear see the documentation th...

Page 52: ...Guide NOTICE Use the ExpressCard configuration utility click the icon in the taskbar to select a card and stop it from functioning before you remove it from the computer If you do not stop the card in the configuration utility you could lose data Press the latch and remove the card or blank For some latches you must press the latch twice once to pop the latch out and then a second time to pop the ...

Page 53: ... a media memory card in the computer while the computer is running The computer automatically detects the card Media memory cards are generally marked with a symbol such as a triangle or an arrow or a label to indicate which end to insert into the slot The cards are keyed to prevent incorrect insertion If card orientation is not clear see the documentation that came with the card CAUTION Before yo...

Page 54: ... the CD that came with the media memory card if applicable Removing a Media Memory Card CAUTION Before you begin any of the procedures in this section follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide NOTICE Use the media memory card configuration utility click the icon in the taskbar to select a card and stop it from functioning before you remove it from the computer If you do not s...

Page 55: ...nnect a network cable 1 Connect the network cable to the network adapter connector on the back of your computer NOTE Insert the cable connector until it clicks into place and then gently pull the cable to ensure that it is securely attached 2 Connect the other end of the network cable to a network connection device or a network wall connector NOTICE Do not use a network cable with a telephone wall...

Page 56: ...cted to each computer In a WLAN a radio communications device called an access point or wireless router connects network computers and provides network access The access point or wireless router and the wireless network card in the computer communicate by broadcasting data from their antennas over the air waves What You Need to Establish a WLAN Connection Before you can set up a WLAN you need High...

Page 57: ...odem 1 Contact your Internet service provider ISP to obtain specific information about the connection requirements for your broadband modem 2 Ensure that you have wired Internet access through your broadband modem before you attempt to set up a wireless Internet connection See Physically Connecting to a Network or Broadband Modem on page 55 3 Install any software required for your wireless router ...

Page 58: ...less network card to connect to the wireless network See Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network on page 58 Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network NOTE Before you connect to a WLAN ensure that you have followed the instructions in Wireless Local Area Network WLAN on page 56 This section provides general procedures for connecting to a network via wireless technology Specific network names ...

Page 59: ...s detected in the area a pop up appears near the icon in the notification area in the lower right corner of the Windows desktop Follow the instructions provided in any utility prompts that appear on your screen Once you have configured your computer for the wireless network that you selected another pop up notifies you that your computer is connected to that network Thereafter whenever you log on ...

Page 60: ...60 Setting Up a Network book book Page 60 Friday December 21 2007 3 22 PM ...

Page 61: ...r Passwords Passwords prevent unauthorized access to your computer When you first start your computer you must assign a primary password at the prompt If you do not enter a password within 2 minutes the computer returns to its previous operating state When using passwords observe the following guidelines Choose a password that you can remember but not one that is easy to guess For example do not u...

Page 62: ... tracking service to report the missing computer If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen Call a law enforcement agency to report the lost or stolen computer Include the Service Tag in your description of the computer Ask that a case number be assigned and write down the number along with the name address and phone number of the law enforcement agency If possible obtain the name of the investigating off...

Page 63: ... Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on your hard drive NOTE If your computer cannot display a screen image contact Dell See Contacting Dell on page 111 1 Shut down the computer 2 Connect the computer to an electrical outlet if it is not already connected 3 Turn on or restart your computer 4 Diagnostics can be invoked one of two ways a Turn on t...

Page 64: ...ng and the Windows logo appears continue to wait until you see the Windows desktop Then shut down your computer and try again NOTE The next steps change the boot sequence for one time only On the next start up the computer boots according to the devices specified in the system setup program 3 When the boot device list appears highlight IDE CD ROM DeviceCD DVD CD RW Drive and press Enter 4 Select t...

Page 65: ...n customize the tests you want to run Symptom Tree Lists the most common symptoms encountered and allows you to select a test based on the symptom of the problem you are having Tab Function Results Displays the results of the test and any error conditions encountered Errors Displays error conditions encountered error codes and the problem description Help Describes the test and may indicate requir...

Page 66: ... computer CLEAN THE DRIVE OR DISK See Cleaning Your Computer on page 143 ENSURE THAT THE CD IS SNAPPED ONTO THE SPINDLE CHECK THE CABLE CONNECTIONS CHECK FOR HARDWARE INCOMPATIBILITIES See Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities on page 83 RUN THE DELL DIAGNOSTICS See Dell Diagnostics on page 63 CD and DVD drive problems NOTE High speed CD or DVD drive vibration is normal and may cause n...

Page 67: ... the Start button and click My Computer 2 Right click Local Disk C 3 Click Properties 4 Click the Tools tab 5 Under Error checking click Check Now 6 Click Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors 7 Click Start E Mail Modem and Internet Problems CAUTION Before you begin any of the procedures in this section follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide NOTE Connect the modem t...

Page 68: ...COM port for your modem 6 Click Properties click the Diagnostics tab and then click Query Modem to verify that the modem is communicating with Windows If all commands receive responses the modem is operating properly ENSURE THAT YOU ARE CONNECTED TO THE INTERNET Ensure that you have subscribed to an Internet provider With the Outlook Express e mail program open click File If Work Offline has a che...

Page 69: ...ve in the hard drive bay See Hard Drive on page 92 ERROR READING PCMCIA CARD The computer cannot identify the ExpressCard Reinsert the card or try another card See ExpressCards on page 51 EXTENDED MEMORY SIZE HAS CHANGED The amount of memory recorded in NVRAM does not match the memory installed in the computer Restart the computer If the error appears again contact Dell See Contacting Dell on page...

Page 70: ...memory module is installed Correct the appropriate options in the system setup program see Using the System Setup Program on page 141 KEYBOARD CLOCK LINE FAILURE For external keyboards check the cable connection Run the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics see page 63 KEYBOARD CONTROLLER FAILURE For external keyboards check the cable connection Restart the computer and avoid touching t...

Page 71: ...you want to use OPERATING SYSTEM NOT FOUND Reinstall the hard drive see Hard Drive on page 92 If the problem persists contact Dell See Contacting Dell on page 111 OPTIONAL ROM BAD CHECKSUM The optional ROM apparently failed Contact Dell See Contacting Dell on page 111 A REQUIRED DLL FILE WAS NOT FOUND The program that you are trying to open is missing an essential file Remove and then reinstall th...

Page 72: ...n the System Memory tests and the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics see page 63 X IS NOT ACCESSIBLE THE DEVICE IS NOT READY Insert a disk into the drive and try again WARNING BATTERY IS CRITICALLY LOW The battery is running out of charge Replace the battery or connect the computer to an electrical outlet Otherwise activate hibernate mode or shut down the computer ExpressCard Problem...

Page 73: ...THE EXTERNAL KEYBOARD CHECK THE INTEGRATED KEYBOARD 1 Shut down the computer 2 Disconnect the external keyboard 3 Turn on the computer 4 From the Windows desktop click the Start button point to Programs Accessories and click Notepad 5 Type some characters on the internal keyboard and verify that they appear on the display If the characters appear now but did not with the external keyboard you may ...

Page 74: ... its documentation or on a floppy disk or CD A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft Windows operating system RUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so it runs in an environment similar to non Windows XP operating system environments 1 Click the Start button point to Programs Accessories and then click Program Compatibility Wizard 2 In the...

Page 75: ...Before you begin any of the procedures in this section follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide IF YOU RECEIVE AN INSUFFICIENT MEMORY MESSAGE Save and close any open files and exit any open programs you are not using to see if that resolves the problem See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements If necessary install additional memory see Memory on page 94 ...

Page 76: ... on how often the battery is used and the conditions under which it is used you may need to purchase a new battery during the life of your computer CHECK THE BATTERY STATUS LIGHT If the battery status light flashes orange or is a steady orange the battery charge is low or depleted Connect the computer to an electrical outlet If the battery status light flashes green and orange the battery is too h...

Page 77: ... the computer TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device such as a lamp VERIFY THAT THE PRINTER IS RECOGNIZED BY WINDOWS 1 Click the Start button click Control Panel and then click Printers and Other Hardware 2 Click View installed printers or fax printers If the printer is listed right click the printer icon 3 Click Properties and cli...

Page 78: ...t the volume bass or treble controls to eliminate distortion ADJUST THE VOLUME USING KEYBOARD SHORTCUTS Press Fn End to disable mute or reenable the integrated speakers REINSTALL THE SOUND AUDIO DRIVER See Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities on page 81 No sound from external speakers ENSURE THAT THE SUBWOOFER AND THE SPEAKERS ARE TURNED ON See the setup diagram supplied with the speakers If your sp...

Page 79: ...y reconnect the cable If you are using a mouse extension cable disconnect it and connect the mouse directly to the computer TO VERIFY THAT THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE MOUSE CHECK THE TOUCH PAD 1 Shut down the computer 2 Disconnect the mouse 3 Turn on the computer 4 At the Windows desktop use the touch pad to move the cursor around select an icon and open it If the touch pad operates correctly the mous...

Page 80: ...Y FROM THE COMPUTER OR MONITOR If your external speaker system includes a subwoofer ensure that the subwoofer is at least 60 cm 2 ft away from the computer or external monitor ELIMINATE POSSIBLE INTERFERENCE Turn off nearby fans fluorescent lights halogen lamps or other appliances ROTATE THE COMPUTER TO FACE A DIFFERENT DIRECTION Eliminate sunlight glare which can cause poor picture quality ADJUST...

Page 81: ...nect or install a new device Identifying Drivers If you experience a problem with any device identify whether the driver is the source of your problem and if necessary update the driver 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel 2 Under Pick a Category click Performance and Maintenance 3 Click System 4 In the System Properties window click the Hardware tab 5 Click Device Manager 6 Scroll dow...

Page 82: ...install the driver from the Drivers and Utilities CD 1 Save and close any open files and exit any open programs 2 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD In most cases the CD starts running automatically If it does not start Windows Explorer click your CD drive directory to display the CD contents and then double click the autorcd exe file The first time that you run the CD it might prompt you to inst...

Page 83: ...ou are installing the driver for example Modems or Infrared devices 5 Double click the name of the device for which you are installing the driver 6 Click the Driver tab and click Update Driver 7 Click Install from a list or specific location Advanced and click Next 8 Click Browse and browse to the location to which you previously copied the driver files 9 When the name of the appropriate driver ap...

Page 84: ... provides System Restore to allow you to return your computer to an earlier operating state without affecting data files if changes to the hardware software or other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state See the Windows Help and Support Center for additional information on using System Restore To access help see Windows Help and Support Center on page 13 NOTICE M...

Page 85: ...n programs Do not alter open or delete any files or programs until the system restoration is complete 1 Click Start Programs Accessories System Tools System Restore 2 Click Undo my last restoration and click Next Enabling System Restore If you reinstall Windows XP with less than 200 MB of free hard disk space available System Restore is automatically disabled To see if System Restore is enabled 1 ...

Page 86: ...ompted click Finish to reboot the computer NOTE Do not manually shut down the computer Click Finish and let the computer completely reboot 6 When prompted click Yes The computer restarts Because the computer is restored to its original operating state the screens that appear such as the End User License Agreement are the same ones that appeared the first time the computer was turned on 7 Click Nex...

Page 87: ...8 Restart the computer Using the Operating System CD Before You Begin If you are considering reinstalling the Windows XP operating system to correct a problem with a newly installed driver first try using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback see page 82 If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem then use System Restore to return your operating system to the operating state it was in befor...

Page 88: ...cumentation that came with the software for instructions 1 Save and close any open files and exit any open programs 2 Insert the Operating System CD Click Exit if the Install Windows XP message appears 3 Restart the computer 4 Press F12 immediately after the DELL logo appears If the operating system logo appears wait until you see the Windows desktop and then shut down the computer and try again 5...

Page 89: ...l flat blade screwdriver Phillips screwdriver Small plastic scribe Flash BIOS update see the Dell Support website at support dell com Turning Off Your Computer NOTICE To avoid losing data save and close any open files and exit any open programs before you turn off your computer 1 Shut down the operating system a Save and close any open files exit any open programs click the Start button and then c...

Page 90: ...ll connectors apart keep them evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins Also before you connect a cable ensure that both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned NOTICE To help prevent damage to the computer perform the following steps before you begin working inside the computer 1 Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent the computer cover from being scratched 2 Tur...

Page 91: ...e computer upside down on a flat work surface 9 Remove the hard drive see page 92 Optical Drive CAUTION Before you begin any of the procedures in this section follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide 1 Turn the computer off 2 Turn the computer over and remove the optical drive locking screw 3 Insert a scribe into the notch and push it to the side to release the drive from th...

Page 92: ...ive while the computer is on in standby mode or in hibernate mode NOTICE Hard drives are extremely fragile even a slight bump can damage the drive NOTE Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell NOTE If you are installing a hard drive from a source other than Dell you need to install an operating system drivers and utilities on the new har...

Page 93: ...uter 4 Remove the new drive from its packaging Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the hard drive NOTICE Use firm and even pressure to slide the drive into place If you use excessive force you may damage the connector 5 Slide the hard drive into the bay until it is fully seated 6 Replace and tighten the screws 7 Install the operating system for your computer See Restoring Your Oper...

Page 94: ...mputer memory by installing memory modules on the system board See Specifications on page 133 for information on the memory supported by your computer Install only memory modules that are intended for your computer NOTE Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin on page 89 2 Turn the computer over loosen the captive screw...

Page 95: ...y periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as a connector on the back of the computer 3 If you are replacing a memory module remove the existing module a Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory module connector until the module pops up b Remove the module from the connector 1 memory module 2 securing clips 2 per connector 1 2 book boo...

Page 96: ...cult to close remove the module and reinstall it Forcing the cover to close may damage your computer 6 Insert the battery into the battery bay or connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical outlet 7 Reinstall the hard drive See page 92 8 Turn on the computer As the computer boots it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information To confir...

Page 97: ...ge 89 2 Turn the computer over loosen the captive screws on the modem cover and then remove the modem cover 3 Remove the existing modem a Remove the screw securing the modem to the system board and set it aside b Pull straight up on the attached pull tab to lift the modem out of its connector on the system board and disconnect the modem cable book book Page 97 Friday December 21 2007 3 22 PM ...

Page 98: ... that secures the modem to the system board 5 Replace the modem cover Hinge Cover CAUTION Before you begin any of the procedures in this section follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide NOTICE To avoid electrostatic discharge ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface such as a connector on the back of the computer...

Page 99: ...nto the indent to lift the hinge cover on the right side c Ease the hinge cover up moving from right to left and remove it NOTE When replacing the hinge cover first insert the left edge and then press from left to right until the cover snaps into place Keyboard CAUTION Before you begin any of the procedures in this section follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide NOTICE To a...

Page 100: ...e keyboard are fragile easily dislodged and time consuming to replace Be careful when removing and handling the keyboard b Slightly slide the keyboard toward the back of the computer and then lift the keyboard only enough to hold it up and slightly forward to allow access to the keyboard connector c To release the keyboard cable from the keyboard connector on the system board rotate the plastic ba...

Page 101: ...low the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide NOTICE To help prevent damage to the system board you must remove the battery from the battery bay before you begin working inside the computer 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin on page 89 2 Remove the hinge cover See Hinge Cover on page 98 3 Remove the keyboard See Keyboard on page 99 4 If a Mini Card is not already installed ...

Page 102: ...t insertion If you feel resistance check the connectors on the card and on the system board and realign the card 5 Install the replacement Mini Card a Insert the Mini Card connector into the system board connector at a 45 degree angle and then press the other end of the Mini Card down into the securing tabs until the card clicks into place 1 system board connector 2 Mini Card 3 metal securing tabs...

Page 103: ...damage to the Mini Card never place cables under the card b Connect the two antenna cables to the Mini Card black cable to the connector labeled aux and the white cable to the connector labeled main book book Page 103 Friday December 21 2007 3 22 PM ...

Page 104: ...f the computer NOTICE To help prevent damage to the system board you must remove the battery from the battery bay before you begin working inside the computer 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin on page 89 2 Remove the hinge cover See Hinge Cover on page 98 3 Remove the keyboard See Keyboard on page 99 4 Insert a plastic scribe into the guide on the side of the coin cell battery compartmen...

Page 105: ... surface such as a connector on the back of the computer NOTICE To help prevent damage to the system board you must remove the battery from the battery bay before you begin working inside the computer 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin on page 89 2 Remove the hinge cover See Hinge Cover on page 98 3 Remove the six screws securing the display two on the top two on the bottom and two on the...

Page 106: ... display cable is lying flat in the display cable channel and securely tucked underneath the tabs Also ensure that the antenna cables are not twisted and that they are lying flat in the antenna cable clip 1 screws 6 2 display cable 3 display cable pull tab 4 grounding wire screw 5 antenna cables 6 standby switch 7 display cable connector on system board 8 display cable channel 7 2 8 3 5 1 4 6 book...

Page 107: ...nectivity Power management Display System information Depending on what you want to do in QuickSet you can start it by either clicking double clicking or right clicking the QuickSet icon in the Microsoft Windows taskbar The taskbar is located in the lower right corner of your screen For more information about QuickSet right click the QuickSet icon and select Help book book Page 107 Friday December...

Page 108: ...108 Dell QuickSet Features book book Page 108 Friday December 21 2007 3 22 PM ...

Page 109: ...arge the main battery and any spare batteries that you plan to carry with you Shut down the computer Disconnect the AC adapter NOTICE When the display is closed extraneous items on the keyboard or palm rest could damage the display Remove any extraneous items such as paper clips pens and paper from the keyboard and palm rest and close the display Use the optional Dell carrying case to pack the com...

Page 110: ...sit and consider acquiring an international carnet also known as a merchandise passport from your government Find out what type of electrical outlets are used in the countries you will visit and have appropriate power adapters Check with your credit card company for information about the kinds of emergency travel assistance it offers to users of portable computers Traveling by Air NOTICE Do not wa...

Page 111: ... to use contact a local or an international operator NOTE The contact information provided was deemed correct at the time that this document went to print and is subject to change Country City International Access Code Country Code City Code Service Type Area Codes Local Numbers and Toll Free Numbers Web and E mail Address Anguilla Online Support www dell com ai E mail Address la techsupport dell ...

Page 112: ...rt ap dell com contactus Technical Support Home and Home Office toll free 1300 655 533 Medium and Large Business toll free 1800 633 559 Small Business Education Local Government toll free 1800 060 889 Customer Service toll free 1300 662 196 Austria Vienna International Access Code 900 Country Code 43 City Code 1 Online Support support euro dell com tech_support_central_europe dell co m Home Small ...

Page 113: ...a Online Support www dell com bo la techsupport dell com Technical Support Customer Service Sales toll free 800 10 0238 Brazil International Access Code 00 Country Code 55 City Code 51 Online Support www dell com br BR_TechSupport dell com Customer Service and Tech Support 0800 970 3355 Technical Support Fax 51 2104 5470 Customer Service Fax 51 2104 5480 Sales 0800 970 3390 British Virgin Islands ...

Page 114: ... Printers Projectors Televisions Handheld Digital Jukebox and Wireless 1 877 335 5767 Sales Home and Home Office Sales toll free 1 800 999 3355 Small Business toll free 1 800 387 5752 Medium Large Business Government toll free 1 800 387 5755 Spare Parts and Extended Service 1 866 440 3355 Cayman Islands Online Support la techsupport dell com Technical Support Customer Service Sales 1 877 262 5415 ...

Page 115: ...ree 800 858 2557 Large Corporate Accounts GCP toll free 800 858 2055 Large Corporate Accounts Key Accounts toll free 800 858 2628 Large Corporate Accounts North toll free 800 858 2999 Large Corporate Accounts North Government and Education toll free 800 858 2955 Large Corporate Accounts East toll free 800 858 2020 Large Corporate Accounts East Government and Education toll free 800 858 2669 Large ...

Page 116: ...Switchboard Fax Relational 3287 1201 Switchboard Home Small Business 3287 5000 Switchboard Fax Home Small Business 3287 5001 Dominica Online Support www dell com dm la techsupport dell com Technical Support Customer Service Sales toll free 1 866 278 6821 Dominican Republic Online Support www dell com do la techsupport dell com Technical Support Customer Service Sales 1 800 156 1588 Ecuador Online ...

Page 117: ...ternational Access Code 00 Country Code 33 City Codes 1 4 Online Support support euro dell com Home and Small Business Technical Support 0825 387 270 Customer Service 0825 823 833 Switchboard 0825 004 700 Switchboard calls from outside of France 04 99 75 40 00 Sales 0825 004 700 Fax 0825 004 701 Fax calls from outside of France 04 99 75 40 01 Corporate Technical Support 0825 004 719 Customer Servi...

Page 118: ...uro dell com Technical Support 00800 44 14 95 18 Gold Service Technical Support 00800 44 14 00 83 Switchboard 2108129810 Gold Service Switchboard 2108129811 Sales 2108129800 Fax 2108129812 Grenada Online Support www dell com gd la techsupport dell com Technical Support Customer Service Sales toll free 1 866 540 3355 Guatemala Online Support www dell com gt la techsupport dell com Technical Support...

Page 119: ... Storage 00852 2969 3196 Technical Support Projectors PDAs Switches Routers etc 00852 3416 0906 Customer Service 00852 3416 0910 Large Corporate Accounts 00852 3416 0907 Global Customer Programs 00852 3416 0908 Medium Business Division 00852 3416 0912 Home and Small Business Division 00852 2969 3105 Country City International Access Code Country Code City Code Service Type Area Codes Local Numbers...

Page 120: ...y STD code 60003355 or toll free 1800 425 8045 Gold Support Only E mail eec_ap dell com Phone Numbers 080 25068033 or your city STD code 60003355 or toll free 1 800 425 9045 Customer Service Home and Small Business India_care_HSB dell com toll free 1800 4254051 Large Corporate Accounts India_care_REL dell com toll free 1800 4252067 Sales Large Corporate Accounts 1600 33 8044 Home and Small Busines...

Page 121: ...850 200 646 Sales E mail Dell_IRL_Outlet dell com Customer Service Home and Small Business 01 204 4014 Business greater than 200 employees 1850 200 982 General Fax Sales Fax 01 204 0103 Switchboard 01 204 4444 U K Customer Service dial within U K only 0870 906 0010 Corporate Customer Service dial within U K only 0870 907 4499 U K Sales dial within U K only 0870 907 4000 Country City International ...

Page 122: ...6 821 12 Corporate Technical Support 02 577 826 90 Customer Service 02 577 825 55 Fax 02 575 035 30 Switchboard 02 577 821 Jamaica Online Support la techsupport dell com Technical Support Customer Service Sales dial from within Jamaica only 1 800 440 9205 Country City International Access Code Country Code City Code Service Type Area Codes Local Numbers and Toll Free Numbers Web and E mail Address...

Page 123: ... Support Projectors PDAs Printers Routers toll free 0120 981 690 Technical Support outside of Japan Projectors PDAs Printers Routers 81 44 556 3468 Faxbox Service 044 556 3490 24 Hour Automated Order Status Service 044 556 3801 Customer Service 044 556 4240 Business Sales Division up to 400 employees 044 556 1465 Preferred Accounts Division Sales over 400 employees 044 556 3433 Public Sales govern...

Page 124: ...352 Online Support support euro dell com Support 342 08 08 075 Home Small Business Sales 32 0 2 713 15 96 Corporate Sales 26 25 77 81 Customer Service 32 0 2 481 91 19 Fax 26 25 77 82 Malaysia Penang International Access Code 00 Country Code 60 City Code 4 Online Support support ap dell com Technical Support Dell Precision OptiPlex and Latitude toll free 1 800 880 193 Technical Support Dimension I...

Page 125: ... Technical Support 020 674 45 00 Technical Support Fax 020 674 47 66 Home Small Business Customer Service 020 674 42 00 Relational Customer Service 020 674 4325 Home Small Business Sales 020 674 55 00 Relational Sales 020 674 50 00 Home Small Business Sales Fax 020 674 47 75 Relational Sales Fax 020 674 47 50 Switchboard 020 674 50 00 Switchboard Fax 020 674 47 50 New Zealand International Access ...

Page 126: ...support euro dell com pl_support_tech dell com Customer Service Phone 57 95 700 Customer Service 57 95 999 Sales 57 95 999 Customer Service Fax 57 95 806 Reception Desk Fax 57 95 998 Switchboard 57 95 999 Portugal International Access Code 00 Country Code 351 Online Support support euro dell com Technical Support 707200149 Customer Service 800 300 413 Sales 800 300 410 or 800 300 411 or 800 300 41...

Page 127: ...nical Support Dimension Inspiron and Electronics and Accessories toll free 1 800 394 7430 Technical Support OptiPlex Latitude and Dell Precision toll free 1 800 394 7488 Technical Support PowerApp PowerEdge PowerConnect and PowerVault toll free 1 800 394 7478 Customer Service toll free 1 800 394 7430 option 6 Transaction Sales toll free 1 800 394 7412 Corporate Sales toll free 1 800 394 7419 Slova...

Page 128: ...ical Support 902 100 130 Customer Service 902 118 540 Sales 902 118 541 Switchboard 902 118 541 Fax 902 118 539 Corporate Technical Support 902 100 130 Customer Service 902 115 236 Switchboard 91 722 92 00 Fax 91 722 95 83 Sweden Upplands Vasby International Access Code 00 Country Code 46 City Code 8 Online Support support euro dell com Technical Support 08 590 05 199 Relational Customer Service 0...

Page 129: ...rage toll free 0080 160 1256 Customer Service toll free 0080 160 1250 option 5 Transaction Sales toll free 0080 165 1228 Corporate Sales toll free 0080 165 1227 Thailand International Access Code 001 Country Code 66 Online Support support ap dell com Technical Support OptiPlex Latitude and Dell Precision toll free 1800 0060 07 Technical Support PowerApp PowerEdge PowerConnect and PowerVault toll f...

Page 130: ...ness 0870 906 0010 Corporate 01344 373 185 Preferred Accounts 500 5000 employees 0870 906 0010 Global Accounts 01344 373 186 Central Government 01344 373 193 Local Government Education 01344 373 199 Health 01344 373 194 Technical Support Corporate Preferred Accounts PCA 1000 employees 0870 908 0500 Other Dell Products 0870 353 0800 General Home and Small Business Fax 0870 907 4006 Uruguay Online S...

Page 131: ...stomer Service toll free 1 800 624 9897 Automated Order Status toll free 1 800 433 9014 Small Business toll free 1 800 456 3355 Medium and Large Business toll free 1 877 671 3355 State and Local Government toll free 1 800 981 3355 Federal Government toll free 1 800 727 1100 Healthcare toll free 1 800 274 1550 K 12 Education toll free 1 888 977 3355 Higher Education toll free 1 800 274 7799 Employe...

Page 132: ...ll free 1 877 702 4360 Venezuela Online Support www dell com ve la techsupport dell com Technical Support Customer Service Sales 0800 100 4752 Country City International Access Code Country Code City Code Service Type Area Codes Local Numbers and Toll Free Numbers Web and E mail Address book book Page 132 Friday December 21 2007 3 22 PM ...

Page 133: ...ses Processor address bus width 40 bits Flash EPROM 1 MB Graphics bus PCI E X16 PCI bus 32 bits ExpressCard ExpressCard controller Intel ICH7 ExpressCard connector one ExpressCard slot 54 mm Cards supported ExpressCard 54 54 mm 1 5 V and 3 3 V ExpressCard connector size 28 pins 3 in 1 Media Memory Card Reader 3 in 1 media memory card controller Ricoh R5C832 3 in 1 media memory card connector 3 in ...

Page 134: ...dio microphone connector stereo headphone speakers connector Mini Card one Type IIIA Mini Card slot Modem RJ 11 port Network adapter RJ 45 port USB four 4 pin USB 2 0 compliant connectors Video 15 hole connector Communications Modem Type v 92 MDC HD Controller softmodem Interface Azalia Interface MDC Network adapter 10 100 Ethernet LAN on system board Wireless internal PCI e Mini Card WLAN 3 in 1 ...

Page 135: ...th 256 MB of system memory or 224 MB of shared memory with 512 MB of system memory LCD interface LVDS Audio Audio type two channel high definition audio codec Audio controller Sigmatel STAC9200 Codec Stereo conversion 24 bit analog to digital and digital to analog Interfaces Internal Azalia High Definition Audio External microphone in connector stereo headphones speakers connector Speaker two 4 oh...

Page 136: ...ght 189 6 mm 7 5 inches Width 303 3 mm 11 9 inches Diagonal 357 7 mm 14 1 inches Maximum resolution 1280 x 800 at 262 144 colors Refresh rate 60 Hz Operating angle 0 closed to 180 Viewing angles Horizontal 40 minimum Vertical 10 30 minimum Pixel pitch 15 4 inch 0 259 mm 14 1 inch 0 237 mm Controls brightness can be controlled through keyboard shortcuts see page 36 book book Page 136 Friday Decembe...

Page 137: ...cell Height 24 mm 0 94 inch Width 206 8 mm 8 14 inches Weight 0 48 kg 1 06 lb 9 cell 0 32 kg 0 7 lb 6 cell 0 25 kg 0 55 lb 4 cell Voltage 11 1 VDC 6 cell and 9 cell 14 8 VDC 4 cell Charge time approximate Computer off 2 5 hours Operating time Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power intensive conditions See Power Problems ...

Page 138: ... Output power 65 W Rated output voltage 19 5 1 0 VDC Dimensions Height 28 2 mm 1 11 inches Width 57 9 mm 2 28 inches Depth 137 2 mm 5 4 inches Weight with cables 0 36 kg 0 79 lb Temperature range Operating 0 to 35 C 32 to 95 F Storage 40 to 65 C 40 to 149 F Physical Height 36 mm 1 42 inches Width 356 mm 14 02 inches Depth 265 5 mm 10 45 inches Weight with 6 cell battery Configurable to less than 2...

Page 139: ...lates user environment Operating 0 9 GRMS Storage 1 3 GRMS Maximum shock NOTE Maximum shock is measured with hard drive in head parked position and a 2 ms half sine pulse for operating and is also measured with hard drive in head parked position and a 2 ms half sine pulse for storage Operating 122 G Storage 163 G Altitude maximum Operating 15 2 to 3048 m 50 to 10 000 ft Storage 15 2 to 10 668 m 50...

Page 140: ...140 Specifications book book Page 140 Friday December 21 2007 3 22 PM ...

Page 141: ...up program settings Certain changes might make your computer work incorrectly Entering System Setup 1 Turn on or restart your computer 2 When the blue DELL logo is displayed you must watch for the F2 prompt to appear 3 Once this F2 prompt appears press F2 immediately NOTE The F2 prompt indicates that the keyboard has initialized This prompt can appear very quickly so you must watch for it to displ...

Page 142: ...eys to move from one menu to another Options List This field appears on the left side of the system setup window The field is a scrollable list containing features that define the configuration of your computer Scroll up and down the list by using the up and down arrow keys As an option is highlighted the Item Specific Help window displays more information about that option and the option s curren...

Page 143: ...move the device up the list or d to move a device down the list Boot sequence changes take effect as soon as you save the changes and exit the system setup program Performing a One Time Boot You can set a one time only boot sequence without entering the system setup program You can also use this procedure to boot the Dell Diagnostics on the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive 1 Shut d...

Page 144: ...palm rest Touch Pad 1 Shut down and turn off your computer See Turning Off Your Computer on page 89 2 Disconnect any attached devices from the computer and from their electrical outlets 3 Remove any installed batteries See Using a Battery on page 39 4 Moisten a soft lint free cloth with water and wipe it gently across the surface of the touch pad Do not allow water from the cloth to seep between t...

Page 145: ...ipherals Readyware and Custom Factory Integration2 1 Repair services are provided pursuant to the terms and conditions of your limited warranty and any optional support ser vice contract purchased with the computer 2 All Dell standard components included in a Custom Factory Integration CFI project are covered by the standard Dell lim ited warranty for your computer However Dell also extends a part...

Page 146: ...interference in a residential installation However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference with radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient the receiving an...

Page 147: ...tents and other intellectual property rights Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited book book Page 147 Friday December 21 2007 3 22 PM ...

Page 148: ...148 Appendix book book Page 148 Friday December 21 2007 3 22 PM ...

Page 149: ... format A standard to define a mechanism for reporting hardware and software alerts to a management console ASF is designed to be platform and operating system independent All Terrain Grade Dell ATG refers to the All Terrain Grade computer designed by Dell to provide increased protection in demanding environments B backup A copy of a program or data file on a floppy CD DVD or hard drive As a preca...

Page 150: ... that uses optical technology to read data from CDs CD player The software used to play music CDs The CD player displays a window with buttons that you use to play a CD CD R CD recordable A recordable version of a CD Data can be recorded only once onto a CD R Once recorded the data cannot be erased or written over CD RW CD rewritable A rewritable version of a CD Data can be written to a CD RW disc...

Page 151: ...s driver Software that allows the operating system to control a device such as a printer Many devices do not work properly if the correct driver is not installed in the computer DSL Digital Subscriber Line A technology that provides a constant high speed Internet connection through an analog telephone line dual display mode A display setting that allows you to use a second monitor as an extension ...

Page 152: ...measurement scale where 32 is the freezing point and 212 is the boiling point of water FCC Federal Communications Commission A U S agency responsible for enforcing communications related regulations that state how much radiation computers and other electronic equipment can emit floppy An electromagnetic form of storage media Also known as a floppy diskette or a floppy disk floppy drive A disk driv...

Page 153: ...integrated into the hard drive or CD drive IEEE 1394 Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc A high performance serial bus used to connect IEEE 1394 compatible devices such as digital cameras and DVD players to the computer infrared sensor A port that allows you to transfer data between the computer and infrared compatible devices without using a cable connection integrated Usually r...

Page 154: ...ly the word memory is used as a synonym for RAM memory address A specific location where data is temporarily stored in RAM memory mapping The process by which the computer assigns memory addresses to physical locations at start up Devices and software can then identify information that the processor can access memory module A small circuit board containing memory chips which connects to the system...

Page 155: ...press can transfer data at speeds from 250 MB sec to 4 GB sec If the PCI Express chip set and the device are capable of different speeds they will operate at the slower speed PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association The organization that establishes standards for PC Cards PIN personal identification number A sequence of numerals and or letters used to restrict unauthorized ac...

Page 156: ...frequency radiations such as infrared and light ROM read only memory Memory that stores data and programs that cannot be deleted or written to by the computer ROM unlike RAM retains its contents after you shut down your computer Some programs essential to the operation of your computer reside in ROM RPM revolutions per minute The number of rotations that occur per minute Hard drive speed is often ...

Page 157: ... resolution that a program displays depends on the capabilities of the monitor the video controller and its drivers and the amount of video memory installed in the computer S video TV out A connector used to attach a TV or digital audio device to the computer SXGA super extended graphics array A video standard for video cards and controllers that supports resolutions up to 1280 x 1024 SXGA super e...

Page 158: ...cter based software such as text editors displays in video modes that can be defined as x columns by y rows of characters video resolution See resolution virus A program that is designed to inconvenience you or to destroy data stored on your computer A virus program moves from one computer to another through an infected disk software downloaded from the Internet or e mail attachments When an infec...

Page 159: ...s that have been compressed with the Zip format are called Zip files and usually have a filename extension of zip A special kind of zipped file is a self extracting file which has a filename extension of exe You can unzip a self extracting file by double clicking it Zip drive A high capacity floppy drive developed by Iomega Corporation that uses 3 5 inch removable disks called Zip disks Zip disks ...

Page 160: ...160 Glossary book book Page 160 Friday December 21 2007 3 22 PM ...

Page 161: ...ng 45 Check Disk 67 cleaning touch pad 144 coin cell battery replacing 104 computer crashes 74 protecting 62 restore to previous operating state 84 slow performance 68 75 specifications 133 stops responding 74 conflicts software and hardware incompatibilities 83 connecting WLAN 56 contacting Dell 111 copying CDs general information 47 helpful tips 49 how to 47 copying DVDs general information 47 h...

Page 162: ...on 21 ExpressCards blanks 51 52 CardBus technology 51 extended 51 installing 51 Mobile Broadband 51 removing 52 slots 51 types 51 WWAN 51 F fan description 21 24 Files and Settings Transfer Wizard 26 floppy drive connecting to a USB connector 22 23 H hard drive description 21 24 problems 67 replacing 92 returning to Dell 94 hardware conflicts 83 Dell Diagnostics 63 Hardware Troubleshooter 83 Help ...

Page 163: ...tical drive description 21 optical drive tray eject button description 21 P passwords about 61 forgetting 62 PC Restore 85 phone numbers 111 playing CDs 45 playing DVDs 45 power hibernate mode 42 line conditioners 30 power continued modes for managing power usage 40 problems 76 protection devices 30 standby mode 41 surge protectors 30 UPS 30 power light conditions 76 power management conserving ba...

Page 164: ...0 Service Tag 12 software conflicts 83 problems 74 sound problems 78 volume 78 speakers description 18 problems 78 volume 78 specifications 133 spyware 68 75 standby mode about 41 stolen computer 62 support contacting Dell 111 147 policy 146 support website 13 System Restore 84 system setup entering 141 screens 141 system setup program commonly used options 142 T technical support policy 146 telep...

Page 165: ...nstalled 15 volume adjusting 78 W warranty information 11 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback 82 Files and Settings Transfer Wizard 26 Hardware Troubleshooter 83 Help and Support Center 13 hibernate mode 42 Program Compatibility Wizard 74 reinstalling 14 84 standby mode 41 System Restore 84 wizards Files and Settings Transfer Wizard 26 Program Compatibility Wizard 74 WLAN 55 installing Mini Card 101...

Page 166: ...66 Index 166 Index book book Page 166 Friday December 21 2007 3 22 PM ...

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