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... the Taskbar 64 Using a USB Pointing Device (Mouse 64 Troubleshooting a USB Pointing Device 64 Keyboard 65 Customizing Your Keyboard 66 Backlit Keyboard 66 Changing the Input Language of Your Keyboard 67 Using the Numeric Keypad on a Laptop Computer 68 General Keyboard Shortcuts 69 5 Printers-Settings and Drivers 71 Accessing Printer Information 71 Changing Printer Settings 72...
... the Taskbar 64 Using a USB Pointing Device (Mouse 64 Troubleshooting a USB Pointing Device 64 Keyboard 65 Customizing Your Keyboard 66 Backlit Keyboard 66 Changing the Input Language of Your Keyboard 67 Using the Numeric Keypad on a Laptop Computer 68 General Keyboard Shortcuts 69 5 Printers-Settings and Drivers 71 Accessing Printer Information 71 Changing Printer Settings 72...
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... 291 Keyboard Problems for External Keyboards . . . 292 Lockups and Software Problems 292 Memory Problems 294 Mouse Problems 295 Network Problems 296 Power Problems 296 Printer Problems 298 Scanner Problems 299 Sound and Speaker Problems 299 Touch Pad or Mouse Problems for Laptop Computers 301 Video and Monitor Problems 302 Power Lights 304 Dell Technical...
... 291 Keyboard Problems for External Keyboards . . . 292 Lockups and Software Problems 292 Memory Problems 294 Mouse Problems 295 Network Problems 296 Power Problems 296 Printer Problems 298 Scanner Problems 299 Sound and Speaker Problems 299 Touch Pad or Mouse Problems for Laptop Computers 301 Video and Monitor Problems 302 Power Lights 304 Dell Technical...
Dell Technology Guide
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... tab, enable or disable scrolling or circular scrolling, choose the scroll zone width and scroll speed. To configure the circular scrolling, double-click the Dell Touch pad icon in the notification area of the touch pad or use your thumb to press the left touch-pad button. • To select... your finger anti-clockwise or clockwise on the touch pad. When circular scrolling is enabled, you can use your desktop. Circular Scrolling NOTE: Your laptop computer may not support the circular scrolling feature. On the second tap, leave your finger or pen on the touch pad and move (or drag...
... tab, enable or disable scrolling or circular scrolling, choose the scroll zone width and scroll speed. To configure the circular scrolling, double-click the Dell Touch pad icon in the notification area of the touch pad or use your thumb to press the left touch-pad button. • To select... your finger anti-clockwise or clockwise on the touch pad. When circular scrolling is enabled, you can use your desktop. Circular Scrolling NOTE: Your laptop computer may not support the circular scrolling feature. On the second tap, leave your finger or pen on the touch pad and move (or drag...
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... Panel→ Printers and Other Hardware→ Pen and Input Devices. Cleaning the Touch Pad 1 Shut down and turn off your desktop. Navigation Devices (Mouse, Keyboard, Touch Pad) 63 Using a Touch Pointer (Track Stick or Tablet PC Pen) Turning the Touch Pointer On or Off From the Control Panel Windows Vista... any installed batteries. 4 Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with items on the screen check box. 3 Click OK. To change the zoom settings, double-click the Dell Touch Pad icon in and out by spreading two fingers or by bringing the two fingers together). Single Finger Zoom NOTE: Your...
... Panel→ Printers and Other Hardware→ Pen and Input Devices. Cleaning the Touch Pad 1 Shut down and turn off your desktop. Navigation Devices (Mouse, Keyboard, Touch Pad) 63 Using a Touch Pointer (Track Stick or Tablet PC Pen) Turning the Touch Pointer On or Off From the Control Panel Windows Vista... any installed batteries. 4 Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with items on the screen check box. 3 Click OK. To change the zoom settings, double-click the Dell Touch Pad icon in and out by spreading two fingers or by bringing the two fingers together). Single Finger Zoom NOTE: Your...
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... tasks • Navigation keys for the device. See "Determining Whether a Device Driver is integrated into the alphabetic keys.) Navigation Devices (Mouse, Keyboard, Touch Pad) 65 You may have problems with the pointing device, check the software driver for moving the cursor around in documents or windows:..., , and arrow keys • Numeric keypad of numbers grouped together like those on an adding machine (The numeric keypad on most laptop computers is the Source of keys to reinstall the driver. For more information on System Restore see "Using Microsoft® Windows® System...
... tasks • Navigation keys for the device. See "Determining Whether a Device Driver is integrated into the alphabetic keys.) Navigation Devices (Mouse, Keyboard, Touch Pad) 65 You may have problems with the pointing device, check the software driver for moving the cursor around in documents or windows:..., , and arrow keys • Numeric keypad of numbers grouped together like those on an adding machine (The numeric keypad on most laptop computers is the Source of keys to reinstall the driver. For more information on System Restore see "Using Microsoft® Windows® System...
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The 9 light indicates that the keypad is active. • To disable the numeric keypad, press again. 68 Navigation Devices (Mouse, Keyboard, Touch Pad) The keypad corresponds to the keypad of an extended keyboard. • To type a number or symbol, press and hold and press the desired key. • To enable the numeric keypad, press . Using the Numeric Keypad on a Laptop Computer numeric keypad Your laptop computer may have a numeric keypad integrated into the keyboard.
The 9 light indicates that the keypad is active. • To disable the numeric keypad, press again. 68 Navigation Devices (Mouse, Keyboard, Touch Pad) The keypad corresponds to the keypad of an extended keyboard. • To type a number or symbol, press and hold and press the desired key. • To enable the numeric keypad, press . Using the Numeric Keypad on a Laptop Computer numeric keypad Your laptop computer may have a numeric keypad integrated into the keyboard.
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...dampened with your computer, wipe the computer, keyboard, and plastic portion of the options provided. Use this document as skipping, with the compressed-air product. For a laptop computer, remove any batteries. Never touch the lens in the Dell™ safety information that come with the ...from the electrical outlet. Cleaning the Computer To clean your computer. Do not use compressed air to drip inside the computer or keyboard. Cleaning Optical Drives and Optical Drive Media NOTICE: Always use aerosol cleaners, flammable liquid, or other spray cleaners. FOR MORE...
...dampened with your computer, wipe the computer, keyboard, and plastic portion of the options provided. Use this document as skipping, with the compressed-air product. For a laptop computer, remove any batteries. Never touch the lens in the Dell™ safety information that come with the ...from the electrical outlet. Cleaning the Computer To clean your computer. Do not use compressed air to drip inside the computer or keyboard. Cleaning Optical Drives and Optical Drive Media NOTICE: Always use aerosol cleaners, flammable liquid, or other spray cleaners. FOR MORE...
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...information displayed on your computer include: Tool Power lights Diagnostic lights for desktop computers Diagnostic lights for laptop computers System messages Windows Hardware Troubleshooter Dell Diagnostics Function The power button light illuminates and blinks or remains solid to diagnose and resolve problems ...or in conjunction with the power lights. Troubleshooting Tools Some of your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc. Some desktop computers have diagnostic lights. With the Dell Diagnostics, the computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment (PSA), a series of ...
...information displayed on your computer include: Tool Power lights Diagnostic lights for desktop computers Diagnostic lights for laptop computers System messages Windows Hardware Troubleshooter Dell Diagnostics Function The power button light illuminates and blinks or remains solid to diagnose and resolve problems ...or in conjunction with the power lights. Troubleshooting Tools Some of your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc. Some desktop computers have diagnostic lights. With the Dell Diagnostics, the computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment (PSA), a series of ...
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... program that was running when the message appeared. The computer failed to learn more details. H A R D - Possible HDD failure during HDD boot test (see "Contacting Dell" on the Dell Support website support.dell.com. C P U F A N F A I C A L S U P P O R T - FOR HELP IN RESOLVING THIS PROBLEM, PLEASE NOTE THIS C H E C K P O I N T A N D C O N T A C T D E L L TE C H N I L U R E -... or search for the topic on page 337 for Laptop Computers Typically laptop computers have keyboard status lights located above the keyboard. Diagnostic Lights for assistance). PREVIOUS ATTEMPTS AT BOOTING...
... program that was running when the message appeared. The computer failed to learn more details. H A R D - Possible HDD failure during HDD boot test (see "Contacting Dell" on the Dell Support website support.dell.com. C P U F A N F A I C A L S U P P O R T - FOR HELP IN RESOLVING THIS PROBLEM, PLEASE NOTE THIS C H E C K P O I N T A N D C O N T A C T D E L L TE C H N I L U R E -... or search for the topic on page 337 for Laptop Computers Typically laptop computers have keyboard status lights located above the keyboard. Diagnostic Lights for assistance). PREVIOUS ATTEMPTS AT BOOTING...
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...change the system setup program options (see "Contacting Dell" on page 308) to correct the configuration error. Keyboard failure or keyboard cable loose (see "System Setup" on page ... I L U R E - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292). AUXILIARY DEVICE FAILURE VERIFY THAT MOUSE AND KEYBOARD ARE SECURELY ATTACHED TO CORRECT CONNECTORS. P L E A S E R U N S E T U P P R O G R A M - System Messages for Laptop Computers NOTE: If the message you received is correct (see "Keyboard Problems for either the operating system or the program that the boot sequence information is not...
...change the system setup program options (see "Contacting Dell" on page 308) to correct the configuration error. Keyboard failure or keyboard cable loose (see "System Setup" on page ... I L U R E - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292). AUXILIARY DEVICE FAILURE VERIFY THAT MOUSE AND KEYBOARD ARE SECURELY ATTACHED TO CORRECT CONNECTORS. P L E A S E R U N S E T U P P R O G R A M - System Messages for Laptop Computers NOTE: If the message you received is correct (see "Keyboard Problems for either the operating system or the program that the boot sequence information is not...
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... R N T H E C O M P U T E R O F F - Windows Vista The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that is Designed for Laptop Computers" on page 275. A Program is no longer responding. 4 Click End Task. A Program Stops Responding END THE PROGRAM - 1 Press simultaneously to access the Task Manager... and Features→ Use an older program with this version of Windows. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to get a response by pressing a key on the screen...
... R N T H E C O M P U T E R O F F - Windows Vista The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that is Designed for Laptop Computers" on page 275. A Program is no longer responding. 4 Click End Task. A Program Stops Responding END THE PROGRAM - 1 Press simultaneously to access the Task Manager... and Features→ Use an older program with this version of Windows. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to get a response by pressing a key on the screen...
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...UXGA - The circuitry on a video card or on ). UPS systems typically provide surge suppression and may also provide voltage regulation. Pairs of a laptop computer to 1600 x 1200. V video controller - A UPS keeps a computer running for your computer. 352 universal serial bus - A hardware ...program used in combination with security software enhances network and computer security by enabling features such as a USB-compatible keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, set of speakers, printer, broadband devices (DSL and cable modems), imaging devices, or storage devices. TPM -
...UXGA - The circuitry on a video card or on ). UPS systems typically provide surge suppression and may also provide voltage regulation. Pairs of a laptop computer to 1600 x 1200. V video controller - A UPS keeps a computer running for your computer. 352 universal serial bus - A hardware ...program used in combination with security software enhances network and computer security by enabling features such as a USB-compatible keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, set of speakers, printer, broadband devices (DSL and cable modems), imaging devices, or storage devices. TPM -
Setup Guide
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Wireless enabled Wireless disabled To disable wireless: Press the wireless key on the keyboard again to turn all of your selection appears on the keyboard. Press the wireless key on the screen. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Laptop To enable wireless: 1. NOTE: The wireless key allows you to disable all radios. A confirmation of your computer is turned on an airplane flight. 11 Ensure that your wireless radios (Bluetooth and WiFi) off, such as when you are asked to quickly turn off all wireless radios on . 2.
Wireless enabled Wireless disabled To disable wireless: Press the wireless key on the keyboard again to turn all of your selection appears on the keyboard. Press the wireless key on the screen. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Laptop To enable wireless: 1. NOTE: The wireless key allows you to disable all radios. A confirmation of your computer is turned on an airplane flight. 11 Ensure that your wireless radios (Bluetooth and WiFi) off, such as when you are asked to quickly turn off all wireless radios on . 2.
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Supports 34/54 mm wide ExpressCard. Plays or records CDs and DVDs. Ensure that the side with a plastic blank installed in the slot; Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 ExpressCard slot - Save the blank for use when no ExpressCard is facing upward when placing discs on the optical drive tray. 3 Eject button - Opens or ... is installed in the slot. blanks from dust and other computers may not fit your computer. 2 Optical drive - Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 15
Supports 34/54 mm wide ExpressCard. Plays or records CDs and DVDs. Ensure that the side with a plastic blank installed in the slot; Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 ExpressCard slot - Save the blank for use when no ExpressCard is facing upward when placing discs on the optical drive tray. 3 Eject button - Opens or ... is installed in the slot. blanks from dust and other computers may not fit your computer. 2 Optical drive - Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 15
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... buy a security cable, ensure that it works with the security cable slot on your computer. 2 AC adapter connector - Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 17 Connects to a monitor or projector. 4 Network connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Security cable slot -
... buy a security cable, ensure that it works with the security cable slot on your computer. 2 AC adapter connector - Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 17 Connects to a monitor or projector. 4 Network connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Security cable slot -
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... Zoom features. and right-click functions like those on the keyboard. For more information on keyboard, see "Touch Pad Gestures" on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals. 2 Touch pad buttons - Provides the functionality ...of a mouse to move the cursor, drag or move selected items, and left - Provide left -click by tapping the surface. The media controls are located on a mouse. 3 Touch pad - These keys control media playback. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Keyboard...
... Zoom features. and right-click functions like those on the keyboard. For more information on keyboard, see "Touch Pad Gestures" on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals. 2 Touch pad buttons - Provides the functionality ...of a mouse to move the cursor, drag or move selected items, and left - Provide left -click by tapping the surface. The media controls are located on a mouse. 3 Touch pad - These keys control media playback. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Keyboard...
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... (Power On Self Test) to perform the associated action. Press the < > keys to launch the Windows Mobility Center. 2. Function Key First/Function Key - Using Your Inspiron Laptop Media Controls The media control keys are located on the keyboard. In the Function Key Row, select Function Key or Multimedia Key.
... (Power On Self Test) to perform the associated action. Press the < > keys to launch the Windows Mobility Center. 2. Function Key First/Function Key - Using Your Inspiron Laptop Media Controls The media control keys are located on the keyboard. In the Function Key Row, select Function Key or Multimedia Key.