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10 ContentsRestoring Windows Vista®. . . . . . . . . . . . . 150Restoring Windows XP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15513 Adding and Replacing Parts

100 Setting Up and Using NetworksIf Wireless Network Connection does not appear under LAN or High-Speed Internet, you may not have a wireless network

Setting Up and Using Networks 101 NOTE: Wait for a minimum of 5 minutes after disconnecting your broadband modem before continuing with the network s

102 Setting Up and Using NetworksThis section provides general procedures for connecting to a network using wireless technology. Specific network name

Setting Up and Using Networks 103To determine which wireless configuration utility is managing your wireless network card in Windows Vista: 1Click → C

104 Setting Up and Using NetworksThe wireless activity indicator displays whether your computer’s integrated wireless devices are enabled or disabled.

Setting Up and Using Networks 105• The Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility (already installed on your computer if you purchased the card when you purch

106 Setting Up and Using Networks NOTE: Before you connect to the Internet, you must activate Mobile Broadband service through your cellular service

Setting Up and Using Networks 107To monitor the status of your wireless device, see "Monitoring the Status of the Wireless Network Card Through D

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Securing Your Computer 109Securing Your ComputerSecurity Cable Lock NOTE: Your computer does not ship with a security cable lock.A security cable loc

Contents 11Wireless Mini-Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179Removing a WLAN Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179Replacing a WLAN Card. . .

110 Securing Your ComputerWhen using passwords, observe the following guidelines:• Choose a password that you can remember, but not one that is easy t

Securing Your Computer 111• Contact Dell customer service to report the missing computer. Provide the computer Service Tag, the case number, and the n

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Troubleshooting 113TroubleshootingDell Technical Update ServiceThe Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e-mail notification of software an

114 Troubleshooting NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, see "Contacting Dell" on page 203.1Ensure that the computer is co

Troubleshooting 115Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media1Insert your Drivers and Utilities media.2Shut down and restart t

116 TroubleshootingDell Diagnostics Main MenuAfter the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for the option you wa

Troubleshooting 117For any problem encountered during a test, a message appears with an error code and a description of the problem. Write down the er

118 TroubleshootingDell Support CenterThe Dell Support Center provides service, support, and system-specific information. For more information about D

Troubleshooting 119• View frequently asked questions.• Learn more about Dell Support.•Turn Dell Support off.For more information about Dell Support, c

12 ContentsTechnical Support and Customer Service . . . . . 198DellConnect. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198Online Services. . . . . . .

120 TroubleshootingDell PC CheckupDell PC Checkup is a troubleshooting and diagnostic tool that provides customized scanning and testing of your Dell

Troubleshooting 121To begin a live session with a Dell associate:1Click the Dell Support Center icon on your computer’s desktop.2Click Assistance Fr

122 TroubleshootingProblems writing to a CD-RW or DVD+/-RW driveCLOSE OTHER PROGRAMS — CD-RW and DVD+/-RW drives must receive a steady stream of data

Troubleshooting 1233Click Properties→Tools→ Check Now.The User Account Control window may appear. If you are an administrator on the computer, click C

124 TroubleshootingRUN THE MODEM HELPER DIAGNOSTICS —Windows XP:1Click Start→ All Programs→ Modem Helper. 2Follow the instructions on the screen to id

Troubleshooting 125(your program may require an upgrade) to scan the computer and remove spyware. For more information, go to support.dell.com and sea

126 TroubleshootingEXTENDED MEMORY SIZE HAS CHANGED — The amount of memory recorded in nonvolatile memory (NVRAM) does not match the memory installed

Troubleshooting 127INSERT BOOTABLE MEDIA — The operating system is trying to boot to nonbootable media, such as a floppy disk or CD. Insert bootable m

128 TroubleshootingMEMORY DOUBLE WORD LOGIC FAILURE AT ADDRESS, READ VALUE EXPECTING VALUE — A memory module may be faulty or improperly seated. Rein

Troubleshooting 129Windows Vista:1Click the Windows Vista Start button → Control Panel→ Programs→ Programs and Features.2Select the program you want

Contents 13Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221FCC Notice (U.S. Only). . . . .

130 TroubleshootingUNEXPECTED INTERRUPT IN PROTECTED MODE — The keyboard controller may be malfunctioning, or a memory module may be loose. Run the Sy

Troubleshooting 131IEEE 1394 Device Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the P

132 TroubleshootingCHECK THE EXTERNAL KEYBOARD —1Shut down the computer, wait 1 minute, and then turn it on again.2Verify that the numbers, capitals,

Troubleshooting 133Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in t

134 TroubleshootingA program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating systemRUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD —Windows XP:The Progr

Troubleshooting 135CANNOT PLAY SOME MEDIA FILES — Because Dell MediaDirect provides access to media files outside the Windows operating system environ

136 Troubleshooting(your program may require an upgrade) to scan the computer and remove spyware. For more information, go to support.dell.com and sea

Troubleshooting 137CHECK THE NETWORK LIGHTS ON THE NETWORK CONNECTOR — No light indicates that no network communication exists. Replace the network ca

138 TroubleshootingCHECK THE POWER LIGHT — When the power light is lit or blinking, the computer has power. If the power light is blinking, the comput

Troubleshooting 139ADJUST THE POWER PROPERTIES — See "Power Management Modes" on page 63.RESEAT THE MEMORY MODULES — If the computer power

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140 Troubleshooting3Click Properties and click Ports.4Adjust the settings, as needed.REINSTALL THE PRINTER DRIVER — See the printer documentation for

Troubleshooting 141Sound and Speaker Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the

142 TroubleshootingNo sound from headphonesCHECK THE HEADPHONE CABLE CONNECTION — Ensure that the headphone cable is securely inserted into the headph

Troubleshooting 143If you are using a mouse extension cable, disconnect it and connect the mouse directly to the computer.TO VERIFY THAT THE PROBLEM

144 TroubleshootingCHECK THE AC ADAPTER — Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the light is on.CONNECT T

Troubleshooting 145If only part of the display is readableCONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR —1Shut down your computer and connect an external monitor to the

146 TroubleshootingWindows XP:1Click Start→ Control Panel.2Under Pick a Category, click Performance and Maintenance, and click System.3In the System P

Troubleshooting 147Windows Vista:1Click the Windows Vista start button , and right-click Computer.2Click Properties→ Device Manager. NOTE: The User A

148 Troubleshooting5At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities program displays drivers only for hardware t

Troubleshooting 1497When the name of the appropriate driver appears, click Next.8Click Finish and restart your computer.Windows Vista:1Click the Windo

Finding Information 15Finding Information NOTE: Some features may be optional and may not ship with your computer. Some features may not be available

150 Troubleshooting3In the Fix a Problem section, click Hardware Troubleshooter.4In the Hardware Troubleshooter list, select the option that best desc

Troubleshooting 151applications installed after you received the computer. Use Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your opera

152 TroubleshootingFor more information:1Click the Windows Vista Start button → Help and Support.2Ty p e System Restore in the search field and press

Troubleshooting 153Undoing the Last System Restore NOTICE: Before you undo the last system restore, save and close all open files and exit any open pr

154 Troubleshooting8Select the Yes, reformat hard drive and restore system software to factory condition check box.9Click Next. The computer is restor

Troubleshooting 155 NOTICE: The Operating System media provides options for reinstalling Windows. The options can overwrite files and possibly affect

156 Troubleshooting• If you received an Operating System disc with your computer, you can use it to restore your operating system. However, using the

Troubleshooting 157Enabling System Restore NOTE: If you reinstall Windows XP with less than 200 MB of free hard-disk space available, System Restore i

158 Troubleshooting4When prompted, click Finish to reboot the computer. NOTE: Do not manually shut down the computer. Click Finish and let the comput

Troubleshooting 1595Click Yes when a confirmation message appears.The PC Restore partition is deleted and the newly available disk space is added to t

16 Finding Information• How to set up my computer Setup Diagram• How to remove and replace parts• Specifications• How to configure system settings• Ho

160 Troubleshooting NOTICE: The Operating System media provides options for reinstalling Windows. The options can overwrite files and possibly affect

Adding and Replacing Parts 161Adding and Replacing PartsBefore You BeginThis chapter provides procedures for removing and installing the components in

162 Adding and Replacing PartsWindows Vista™:Click the Windows Vista Start button , click the arrow in the lower-right corner of the Start menu as sh

Adding and Replacing Parts 163 NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the computer, perform the following steps before you begin working inside the comput

164 Adding and Replacing Parts8Turn the computer top-side up, open the display, and press the power button to ground the system board. 9Remove any ins

Adding and Replacing Parts 165 NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic packaging (see "Protecting

166 Adding and Replacing PartsReplacing the Hard Drive1Remove the new drive from its packaging.Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the

Adding and Replacing Parts 167Returning a Hard Drive to DellReturn your old hard drive to Dell in its original, or comparable, foam packaging. Otherwi

168 Adding and Replacing PartsReplacing the Optical Drive1Remove the new drive from its packaging.Save the original packaging for storing or shipping

Adding and Replacing Parts 169 NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching

Finding Information 17• Solutions — Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from technicians, online courses, and frequently asked questions• Communi

170 Adding and Replacing PartsReplacing the Hinge Cover1Insert the left edge of the hinge cover.2Press from left to right until the cover snaps into p

Adding and Replacing Parts 171Replacing the Keyboard1Slide the keyboard cable into the keyboard connector.2Rotate the cable release lever downwards to

172 Adding and Replacing PartsMemory CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product

Adding and Replacing Parts 1736Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory module connector until the m

174 Adding and Replacing Parts NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot. No error message indicates this failu

Adding and Replacing Parts 175Removing the DIMM B Memory ModuleThe DIMM B memory module is located under the memory module cover on the bottom of the

176 Adding and Replacing PartsReplacing the DIMM B Memory Module NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding

Adding and Replacing Parts 177 NOTICE: If the memory module cover is difficult to close, remove the module and reinstall it. Forcing the cover to clo

178 Adding and Replacing PartsSubscriber Identity ModuleSubscriber Identity Modules (SIM) identify users uniquely through an International Mobile Subs

Adding and Replacing Parts 179Wireless Mini-Cards CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in

18 Finding Information• How to use Microsoft Windows XP or Windows Vista™• How to work with programs and files• How to personalize my desktopWindows H

180 Adding and Replacing Parts4Disconnect the antenna cables from the WLAN card.5Release the WLAN card by pushing the metal securing tabs toward the b

Adding and Replacing Parts 181Replacing a WLAN Card NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the c

182 Adding and Replacing Parts3Connect the appropriate antenna cables to the WLAN card that you are installing:If the WLAN card has two triangles on t

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184 Adding and Replacing Parts4Disconnect the two antenna cables from the WWAN card.5Release the WWAN card by pushing the metal securing tabs toward t

Adding and Replacing Parts 185Replacing a WWAN Card NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the c

186 Adding and Replacing Parts3Connect the black antenna cable with a gray stripe to the connector labeled "aux" (black triangle) and connec

Adding and Replacing Parts 187Replacing a WPAN Card NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the c

188 Adding and Replacing PartsReplacing the FCM NOTICE: Install the FCM in the WWAN or WPAN slot. Do not install an FCM in the WLAN card slot. Doing

Adding and Replacing Parts 189Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, foll

Finding Information 19• How to reinstall my operating systemOperating System MediaThe operating system is already installed on your computer. To reins

190 Adding and Replacing PartsCoin-Cell Battery CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in th

Adding and Replacing Parts 1915Slide the battery out of the mylar sleeve.1 coin-cell battery 2 mylar sleeve3 coin-cell battery cable connector21 3book

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Dell™ QuickSet Features 193Dell™ QuickSet Features NOTE: This feature may not be available on your computer.Dell QuickSet provides you with easy acce

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Traveling With Your Computer 195Traveling With Your ComputerIdentifying Your Computer• Attach a name tag or business card to the computer.• Write down

196 Traveling With Your Computer• Protect the computer, the batteries, and the hard drive from hazards such as extreme temperatures and overexposure t

Getting Help 197Getting HelpObtaining Assistance CAUTION: If you need to remove the computer cover, first disconnect the modem cable and all power ca

198 Getting HelpTechnical Support and Customer ServiceDell's support service is available to answer your questions about Dell™ hardware. Our supp

Getting Help [email protected] (Latin America and Caribbean countries only)[email protected] (Asian/Pacific countries only)• Dell Marketing

Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates

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200 Getting HelpProduct InformationIf you need information about additional products available from Dell, or if you would like to place an order, visi

Getting Help 201Before You Call NOTE: Have your Express Service Code ready when you call. The code helps Dell’s automated-support telephone system di

202 Getting HelpDiagnostics ChecklistName:Date:Address:Phone number:Service Tag (bar code on the back or bottom of the computer):Express Service Code:

Getting Help 203Contacting DellFor customers in the United States, call 800-WWW.DELL (800.999.3355). NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet con

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Specifications 205Specifications NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start→

206 SpecificationsCards supported ExpressCard/34 (34 mm) ExpressCard/54 (54 mm)1.5 V and 3.3 VExpressCard connector size 26 pins8-in-1 Memory Card Rea

Specifications 207Ports and ConnectorsAudio microphone connector, stereo headphone/speakers connectorIEEE 1394 4-pin serial connectorConsumer IR senso

208 SpecificationsVideoNOTE: Optional video controller upgrades are available for your computer subject to availability at the time of purchase. To de

Specifications 209Internal microphone Dual digital microphone arrayVolume controls program menus, media control buttonsDisplayType (active-matrix TFT)

About Your Computer 21About Your ComputerDetermining Your Computer’s ConfigurationBased on selections that you made when purchasing your computer, you

210 SpecificationsPixel pitch:WXGA0.258 mmWXGA with TrueLife0.258 mmWXGA+ with TrueLife0.2304 mmWSXGA+ with TrueLife0.197 mmControls brightness can be

Specifications 211Weight 0.48 kg (1.06 lb) (9 cell) 0.33 kg (0.7 lb) (6 cell)Voltage 11.1 VDCCharge time (approximate):Computer off4 hoursOperating ti

212 SpecificationsDimensions (65 W):Height28.2 mm (1.11 in) Width57.9 mm (2.28 in) Depth137.2 mm (5.4 in) Weight (with cables)0.4 kg (0.9 lb) Dimensio

Specifications 213Maximum vibration (using a random vibration spectrum that simulates user environment):Operating0.66 GRMSStorage1.3 GRMSMaximum shock

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Appendix 215AppendixUsing the System Setup Program NOTE: Your operating system may automatically configure most of the options available in the syste

216 AppendixViewing the System Setup Screen1Turn on (or restart) your computer.2When the DELL logo appears, press <F2> immediately.If you wait t

Appendix 217• USB Storage Device• CD/DVD/CD-RW drive• Modular bay HDD NOTE: Only devices that are preceded by a number are bootable.During the boot r

218 AppendixCleaning Your Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Pro

Appendix 219Touch Pad1Shut down and turn off your computer (see "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 161).2Disconnect any attached devices fr

22 About Your ComputerFront View1 camera indicator (optional) 2 camera (optional)3 display latch 4 display5 power button 6 keyboard7 device status lig

220 AppendixMedia NOTICE: Always use compressed air to clean the lens in the optical drive, and follow the instructions that come with the compressed

Appendix 221Dell provides limited technical support for the computer and any "Dell-installed" software and peripherals1. Support for third-p

222 AppendixThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harm

Appendix 223Macrovision Product NoticeThis product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectu

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Glossary 225GlossaryTerms in this Glossary are provided for informational purposes only and may or may not describe features included with your partic

226 GlossaryBIOS — basic input/output system — A program (or utility) that serves as an interface between the computer hardware and the operating syst

Glossary 227CD-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

228 Glossarydevice — Hardware such as a disk drive, printer, or keyboard that is installed in or connected to your computer.device driver — See driver

Glossary 229DVD+RW drive — drive that can read DVDs and most CD media and write to DVD+RW (rewritable DVDs) discs.DVI — digital video interface — A st

About Your Computer 23CAMERA INDICATOR — Indicates that the camera is on. Based on configuration selections you made when ordering your computer, your

230 GlossaryFFahrenheit — A temperature measurement scale where 32° is the freezing point and 212° is the boiling point of water.FBD — fully-buffered

Glossary 231Hhard drive — A drive that reads and writes data on a hard disk. The terms hard drive and hard disk are often used interchangeably.heat si

232 GlossaryIrDA — Infrared Data Association — The organization that creates international standards for infrared communications.IRQ — interrupt reque

Glossary 233MMb — megabit — A measurement of memory chip capacity that equals 1024 Kb.Mbps — megabits per second — One million bits per second. This m

234 Glossarymodem — A device that allows your computer to communicate with other computers over analog telephone lines. Three types of modems include:

Glossary 235PC Card — A removable I/O card adhering to the PCMCIA standard. Modems and network adapters are common types of PC Cards.PCI — peripheral

236 GlossaryRAM — random-access memory — The primary temporary storage area for program instructions and data. Any information stored in RAM is lost w

Glossary 237ScanDisk — A Microsoft utility that checks files, folders, and the hard disk’s surface for errors. ScanDisk often runs when you restart th

238 GlossaryNetwork connections cannot be protected by surge protectors. Always disconnect the network cable from the network connector during electri

Glossary 239UUAC — user account control— Microsoft Windows® Vista™ security feature that, when enabled, provides an added layer of security between us

24 About Your ComputerDEVICE STATUS LIGHTSThe blue lights located to the right of the keyboard indicate the following:Power light – Turns on when you

240 Glossaryvideo resolution — See resolution.virus — A program that is designed to inconvenience you or to destroy data stored on your computer. A vi

Glossary 241XXGA — extended graphics array — A video standard for video cards and controllers that supports resolutions up to 1024 x 768.ZZIF — zero i

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Index 243IndexNumerics8-in-1 memory card reader, 95Aaudio deviceconnecting, 75enabling, 90audio. See soundBbatterycharge gauge, 61charging, 65checking

244 Indexcrashes, 133-134restore to previous operating state, 156slow performance, 124, 135specifications, 205stops responding, 133connectingaudio dev

Index 245about, 145identifying, 145reinstalling, 146Drivers and Utilities media, 15about, 147Dell Diagnostics, 113drivesproblems, 121See also hard dri

246 Indexnumeric keypad, 53problems, 131removing, 170shortcuts, 54keyboard status lightsdescription, 26keypadnumeric, 53LlabelsMicrosoft Windows, 16Se

Index 247Ooperating systemreinstalling Windows Vista, 156PPC Restore, 157phone numbers, 203powerhibernate mode, 63line conditioners, 45problems, 137pr

248 IndexRRAM. See memoryregulatory information, 15reinstallingWindows Vista, 156resolutionsetting, 50SS/PDIF digital audioenabling, 90Safely Remove H

Index 249touch pad, 55cleaning, 219customizing, 56touch pad buttonsdescription, 25track stick/touch pad buttonsdescription, 25transferring information

About Your Computer 25If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the light operates as follows:– Solid blue: The battery is charging.– Fl

250 Indexinstalling Mini-Card, 179WPANinstalling, 186WWANinstalling, 182See also Mobile Broadbandbook.book Page 250 Tuesday, September 8, 2009 2:01

26 About Your ComputerDELL™ MEDIADIRECT™ BUTTON — Press the Dell MediaDirect button to launch Dell MediaDirect (see "Using Dell MediaDirect™"

About Your Computer 27Left Side ViewSECURITY CABLE SLOT — Lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device to the computer (see "Securit

28 About Your Computer CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Do not store your computer in a low-ai

About Your Computer 29AUDIO CONNECTORSEXPRESSCARD SLOT — Supports one ExpressCard. The computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the slot. For

Contents 3Contents1 Finding Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 About Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Determining Your C

30 About Your ComputerRight Side ViewOPTICAL DRIVE — For more information about the optical drive, see "Using Multimedia" on page 67.EJECT B

About Your Computer 31VIDEO CONNECTORNETWORK CONNECTOR (RJ-45)USB CONNECTORSBack ViewConnects video devices, such as a monitor.Connects the computer t

32 About Your ComputerS-VIDEO TV-OUT CONNECTORUSB CONNECTORSAC ADAPTER CONNECTOR — Attaches an AC adapter to the computer. The AC adapter converts AC

About Your Computer 33 CAUTION: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countri

34 About Your ComputerBottom ViewLEFT SPEAKER — To adjust the volume of the integrated speaker, press the volume control buttons or the mute button.ME

About Your Computer 35CONSUMER IR SENSOR — Receives the signal from the Dell travel remote controller for basic multimedia navigation control. RIGHT S

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Setting Up Your Computer 37Setting Up Your ComputerConnecting to the Internet NOTE: ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country.To connect to the Internet

38 Setting Up Your ComputerSetting Up Your Internet ConnectionTo set up an Internet connection with a provided ISP desktop shortcut:1Save and close an

Setting Up Your Computer 39Windows Vista® NOTE: Have your ISP information ready. If you do not have an ISP, the Connect to the Internet wizard can he

4 ContentsSurge Protectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45Line Conditioners. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Uninterruptible Power Supp

40 Setting Up Your Computer NOTE: You can transfer information from an old computer to a new computer by directly connecting a serial cable to the in

Setting Up Your Computer 415On the Select a transfer method screen, click the transfer method you prefer.6On the What do you want to transfer? screen,

42 Setting Up Your Computer6When the disk creation completes and the Now go to your old computer message appears, do not click Next.7Go to the old com

Setting Up Your Computer 43 NOTE: Access to the Dell™ Knowledge Base document may not be available in certain countries.Microsoft Windows Vista™1Clic

44 Setting Up Your ComputerConnecting a USB Printer NOTE: You can connect USB devices while the computer is turned on.1Complete the operating system

Setting Up Your Computer 45If your computer is running the Windows Vista™ operating system, click the Windows Vista Start button , and click Network→

46 Setting Up Your ComputerLine Conditioners NOTICE: Line conditioners do not protect against power interruptions.Line conditioners are designed to m

Using the Display 47Using the DisplayAdjusting BrightnessWhen a Dell™ computer is running on battery power, you can conserve power by setting the disp

48 Using the Displayand images to appear larger and can benefit people with vision impairments. To display a program at a specific resolution, both th

Using the Display 49 NOTICE: You can damage an external monitor by using an unsupported refresh rate. Before adjusting the refresh rate on an externa

Contents 5Touch Pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55Customizing the Touch Pad . . . . . . . . . . . . 566 Using a Battery . . .

50 Using the DisplayTo disable dual independent display mode:1Click the Settings tab in the Display Properties window.2Click the monitor 2 icon, unche

Using the Display 51If you choose a resolution or color palette that is higher than the display supports, the settings adjust automatically to the clo

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Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 53Using the Keyboard and Touch PadNumeric KeypadThe numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on an external k

54 Using the Keyboard and Touch PadKey CombinationsSystem FunctionsDisplay FunctionsBatteryPower Management<Ctrl><Shift><Esc> Opens

Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 55Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key FunctionsDell™ QuickSet Key CombinationsIf Dell QuickSet is installed, you can use oth

56 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad• To move the cursor, lightly slide your finger over the touch pad.• To select an object, lightly tap once on the s

Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 573Click Mouse.4In the Mouse Properties window:• Click the Device Select tab to disable the touch pad.• Click the Tou

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Using a Battery 59Using a BatteryBattery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell warranty for your computer, see the Product Information Gui

6 ContentsUsing Blank CD, DVD, and BD Media . . . . . . . 71Helpful Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72Adjusting the Volume . . . .

60 Using a BatteryYou can check the battery charge before you insert the battery into the computer. You can also set power management options to alert

Using a Battery 61For more information about QuickSet, right-click the QuickSet icon, and then click Help.Microsoft® Windows® Battery MeterThe battery

62 Using a Batterythe charge capacity remains, and you should consider replacing the battery (see "Battery" on page 210 for more information

Using a Battery 63Power Management ModesStandby and Sleep ModeStandby mode (sleep mode in Microsoft Windows Vista™) conserves power by turning off the

64 Using a BatteryTo enter hibernate mode in Windows XP, click the Start button, click Turn off computer, press and hold <Shift>, and then click

Using a Battery 65Windows VistaClick the Windows Vista Start button , click Control Panel, click System and Maintenance, and then click Power Options

66 Using a Battery NOTICE: If you choose to replace the battery with the computer in standby or sleep mode, you have up to 1 minute to complete the b

Using Multimedia 67Using MultimediaPlaying Media NOTICE: Do not press down on the optical drive tray when you open or close it. Keep the tray closed

68 Using MultimediaA CD player includes the following basic buttons:A DVD player includes the following basic buttons:For more information on playing

Using Multimedia 69Playing Media Using Dell Travel RemoteThe Dell Travel Remote is designed to control Dell Media Direct and Windows Vista™ Media Cent

Contents 710 Setting Up and Using Networks . . . . . . . 97Connecting a Network or Broadband Modem Cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

70 Using MultimediaCopying CD, DVD, and Blu-ray Disc™ (BD) MediaThis section applies only to computers that have a DVD+/-RW drive or a BD-RE drive. N

Using Multimedia 713To copy the CD, DVD, or BD:•If you have one optical drive, insert the source disc into the drive, ensure that the settings are cor

72 Using MultimediaDVD-Writable DrivesBD-Writable DrivesHelpful Tips• Use Microsoft® Windows® Explorer to drag and drop files to a CD-R or CD-RW only

Using Multimedia 73• Use CD-Rs to burn music CDs that you want to play in regular stereos. CD-RWs do not play in most home or car stereos.• Music MP3

74 Using MultimediaAdjusting the PictureIf an error message notifies you that the current resolution and color depth are using too much memory and pre

Using Multimedia 75 NOTE: You cannot reinstall Dell MediaDirect if you voluntarily reformat the hard drive. You need the installation software to rei

76 Using MultimediaIf you want to connect your computer to a TV or audio device, it is recommended that you connect video and audio cables to your com

Using Multimedia 77When you finish connecting the video and audio cables between your computer and your TV, you must enable your computer to work with

78 Using Multimedia1Turn off the computer and the TV and/or audio device that you want to connect. NOTE: If your TV or audio device supports S-video

Using Multimedia 791Turn off the computer and the TV and/or the audio device that you want to connect.2Connect the composite video adapter to the S-vi

8 Contents12 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113Dell Technical Update Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113Dell Diagnostics.

80 Using Multimedia6Plug the other end of the S/PDIF digital audio cable into the audio input connector on your TV or audio device.7Turn on the TV, tu

Using Multimedia 811Turn off the computer and the TV and/or audio device that you want to connect.2Connect the composite video adapter to the S-video

82 Using Multimedia5Plug the single-connector end of the audio cable into the headphone connector on the computer.6Plug the two RCA connectors on the

Using Multimedia 831Turn off the computer and the TV and/or audio device that you want to connect.2Connect the composite video adapter to the S-video

84 Using Multimedia6Plug the other end of the digital audio cable into the S/PDIF input connector on your TV or other audio device.7Turn on the TV, tu

Using Multimedia 851Turn off the computer and the TV and/or audio device that you want to connect.2Connect the component video adapter to the S-video

86 Using Multimedia4Plug all three connectors from the other end of the component video cable into the component video-input connectors on the TV. Mak

Using Multimedia 87Component Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio1 S-video TV-out connector 2 composite video cable1 2book.book Page 87 Tuesday, September

88 Using Multimedia1Turn off the computer and the TV and/or audio device that you want to connect.2Connect the component video adapter to the S-video

Using Multimedia 894Plug all three connectors from the other end of the component video cable into the component video-input connectors on the TV. Mak

Contents 9Dell MediaDirect problems . . . . . . . . . . . . 134Other software problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135Memory Problems. . . . . . . .

90 Using MultimediaEnabling S/PDIF Digital Audio1Double-click the speaker icon in the Windows notification area.2Click the Options menu and then click

Using ExpressCards 91Using ExpressCardsExpressCards provide additional memory, wired and wireless communications, multimedia and security features. Fo

92 Using ExpressCardsRemove the blank before installing an ExpressCard. To remove the blank, see "Removing an ExpressCard or Blank" on page

Using ExpressCards 93The computer recognizes the ExpressCard and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. If the configuration program tells

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Using the Memory Card Reader 95Using the Memory Card ReaderThe memory card reader provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos,

96 Using the Memory Card Reader CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Inform

Setting Up and Using Networks 97Setting Up and Using NetworksA computer network provides connectivity between your computer and the Internet, another

98 Setting Up and Using NetworksSetting Up a NetworkWindows XP1Click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ Communications→ Network Setup Wizard→ Next→ Che

Setting Up and Using Networks 99Wireless Local Area NetworkA wireless local area network (WLAN) is a series of interconnected computers that communica