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Solving Problems
Lockups and Software
Problems
If the computer does not start up
— Ensure that
the AC adapter cable is firmly connected to the
computer and to the electrical outlet.
If a program stops responding
— End the program:
Press <Ctrl><Shift><Esc> simultaneously.
1.
Click
2.
Applications
.
Click the program that is no longer
3.
responding
Click
4.
End Task
.
If a program crashes repeatedly
— Check the
software documentation. If necessary, uninstall
and then reinstall the program.
NOTE:
Software usually includes installation
instructions in its documentation or on the
disc (CD or DVD).
If a program is designed for an earlier
Microsoft
®
Windows
®
operating
system
—
Run the
Program Compatibility Wizard
. The
Program Compatibility Wizard
configures a
program so that it runs in an environment similar
to an earlier version of Microsoft Windows
operating system environments.
Windows
®
7
Click
1.
Start
→
Control Panel
→
Programs
→
Run programs made for
previous versions of Windows.
In the welcome screen, click
2.
Next
.
Follow the instructions on the screen.
3.
Windows Vista
®
Click
1.
Start
→
Control Panel
→
Programs
→
Use an older program with this
version of Windows
.
In the welcome screen, click
2.
Next
.
Follow the instructions on the screen.
3.
Summary of Contents for Inspiron M5030
Page 1: ...SETUP GUIDE INSPIRON ...
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Page 3: ...SETUP GUIDE Regulatory model P07F series Regulatory type P07F001 P07F002 P07F003 INSPIRON ...
Page 10: ...8 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Press the Power Button ...
Page 14: ...12 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Enable or Disable Wireless Optional ...
Page 22: ...20 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Left View Features 3 2 4 1 ...
Page 24: ...22 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Front View Features 2 4 6 5 3 1 7 ...
Page 28: ...26 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base Features 3 1 4 2 ...
Page 35: ...33 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 3 4 2 1 disc 2 spindle 3 optical drive tray 4 eject button ...
Page 36: ...34 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Display Features 1 2 1 3 ...
Page 39: ...37 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 2 3 1 1 battery lock latch 2 battery 3 battery release latch ...
Page 73: ...71 Getting Help ...
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