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Contents 1 Finding Information 23 Start Button 23 Microsoft Windows Help and Support 24 Windows Vista 25 Windows® XP 25 Control Panel 26 Information About Installed Hardware 26 Device Manager 26 Hardware Devices Installed on Your Computer 27 Programs Installed on Your Computer 28 Wireless Networking 28 Dell Support Website 29 Technical Support 29 Customer Service 30 Warranty Information 30 Dell Forums 31 Contact Us 31 BIOS (System Setup Program) Settings 31 2 Microsoft Windows Desktop 33 Overview 33 Taskbar 34 Contents 3
Contents 1 Finding Information 23 Start Button 23 Microsoft Windows Help and Support 24 Windows Vista 25 Windows® XP 25 Control Panel 26 Information About Installed Hardware 26 Device Manager 26 Hardware Devices Installed on Your Computer 27 Programs Installed on Your Computer 28 Wireless Networking 28 Dell Support Website 29 Technical Support 29 Customer Service 30 Warranty Information 30 Dell Forums 31 Contact Us 31 BIOS (System Setup Program) Settings 31 2 Microsoft Windows Desktop 33 Overview 33 Taskbar 34 Contents 3
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... Hidden Icons From the Notification Area 35 Adding Icons in the Notification Area 35 Desktop Icons and Shortcuts 36 Deleting an Icon From the Desktop 36 Creating and Deleting Program Shortcuts on the Desktop 37 Shortcut Menus 38 Changing the Desktop Appearance 39 Windows Vista 39 Windows® XP 40 Setting up a Screen Saver...
... Hidden Icons From the Notification Area 35 Adding Icons in the Notification Area 35 Desktop Icons and Shortcuts 36 Deleting an Icon From the Desktop 36 Creating and Deleting Program Shortcuts on the Desktop 37 Shortcut Menus 38 Changing the Desktop Appearance 39 Windows Vista 39 Windows® XP 40 Setting up a Screen Saver...
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... Image Restore 267 Windows Vista: Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . 268 Using the Operating System Media 269 Before you Begin 269 Reinstalling Windows XP or Windows Vista . . . . 269 20 Troubleshooting 271 Troubleshooting Tools 272 Power Lights for Desktop Computers 273 Diagnostic Lights for Desktop Computers . . . . . 274 Diagnostic Lights for Laptop Computers 275 System Messages...
... Image Restore 267 Windows Vista: Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . 268 Using the Operating System Media 269 Before you Begin 269 Reinstalling Windows XP or Windows Vista . . . . 269 20 Troubleshooting 271 Troubleshooting Tools 272 Power Lights for Desktop Computers 273 Diagnostic Lights for Desktop Computers . . . . . 274 Diagnostic Lights for Laptop Computers 275 System Messages...
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... About Installed Hardware • Device Manager • Programs Installed on Your Computer • Wireless Networking • Dell Support Website Finding Information 23 Finding Information Start Button From the Microsoft® Windows® operating system desktop, you can click the Start button to access resources, programs, and specialized tools for managing the way...
... About Installed Hardware • Device Manager • Programs Installed on Your Computer • Wireless Networking • Dell Support Website Finding Information 23 Finding Information Start Button From the Microsoft® Windows® operating system desktop, you can click the Start button to access resources, programs, and specialized tools for managing the way...
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The components of the screen. Microsoft Windows Desktop desktop shortcut icons Start button taskbar notification area Overview The Microsoft® Windows® desktop is usually located at the bottom of the desktop include a background, icons, shortcuts, and a taskbar that is the display screen area that appears after the Windows operating system starts up. Microsoft Windows Desktop 33
The components of the screen. Microsoft Windows Desktop desktop shortcut icons Start button taskbar notification area Overview The Microsoft® Windows® desktop is usually located at the bottom of the desktop include a background, icons, shortcuts, and a taskbar that is the display screen area that appears after the Windows operating system starts up. Microsoft Windows Desktop 33
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... Support: click Start or → Help and Support. If you can relocate it . FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in your computer. The taskbar provides quick access to frequently-used programs, files, or utilities on your taskbar, the... Start button moves or resizes with programs. 34 Microsoft Windows Desktop Quick Launch toolbar Contains icons for quick access to programs. taskbar button area Contains buttons representing minimized windows for open minimized windows on...
... Support: click Start or → Help and Support. If you can relocate it . FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in your computer. The taskbar provides quick access to frequently-used programs, files, or utilities on your taskbar, the... Start button moves or resizes with programs. 34 Microsoft Windows Desktop Quick Launch toolbar Contains icons for quick access to programs. taskbar button area Contains buttons representing minimized windows for open minimized windows on...
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...Taskbar tab. 3 For computers running Windows Vista®, select the Notification Area tab. The screen defaults to display a shortcut menu. 3 Click Show the Desktop. As you open applications and files, you may not be able to open area of the taskbar. 2 Click Properties. Microsoft Windows... the taskbar by choosing the icons it displays or hides. 1 Right-click on the right side of the taskbar. 2 Click Properties to view your desktop. Click the required icon to temporarily display the hidden icons. Click the arrow on an open area of the taskbar near the notification area to...
...Taskbar tab. 3 For computers running Windows Vista®, select the Notification Area tab. The screen defaults to display a shortcut menu. 3 Click Show the Desktop. As you open applications and files, you may not be able to open area of the taskbar. 2 Click Properties. Microsoft Windows... the taskbar by choosing the icons it displays or hides. 1 Right-click on the right side of the taskbar. 2 Click Properties to view your desktop. Click the required icon to temporarily display the hidden icons. Click the arrow on an open area of the taskbar near the notification area to...
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... without affecting the item it links to programs, files, or folders. Deleting an Icon From the Desktop 1 Right-click the icon, and click Delete. 2 Click Yes. 36 Microsoft Windows Desktop Some icons are shortcuts and other icons are links to . • Icons for program files, documents..., create shortcuts to files and folders rather than placing them on the Windows desktop are links that provide quick access to run a program. Desktop Icons and Shortcuts icon shortcut Icons displayed on the desktop. Icons for programs and files - For computers running Windows® XP, ...
... without affecting the item it links to programs, files, or folders. Deleting an Icon From the Desktop 1 Right-click the icon, and click Delete. 2 Click Yes. 36 Microsoft Windows Desktop Some icons are shortcuts and other icons are links to . • Icons for program files, documents..., create shortcuts to files and folders rather than placing them on the Windows desktop are links that provide quick access to run a program. Desktop Icons and Shortcuts icon shortcut Icons displayed on the desktop. Icons for programs and files - For computers running Windows® XP, ...
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... Using Windows Explorer: 1 Right-click the Start button, select Explore. Microsoft Windows Desktop 37 Creating and Deleting Program Shortcuts on the item, highlight Send to, and then click Desktop (create shortcut). Using the desktop: 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop, highlight New, then click Shortcut. 2 In the Create Shortcut window, click Browse... folder, not just a link to the file. If you delete an icon without an arrow, you want to create a shortcut. 2 Right-click on the Desktop You can create a shortcut to a program, file, or folder by using: Windows Explorer or...
... Using Windows Explorer: 1 Right-click the Start button, select Explore. Microsoft Windows Desktop 37 Creating and Deleting Program Shortcuts on the item, highlight Send to, and then click Desktop (create shortcut). Using the desktop: 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop, highlight New, then click Shortcut. 2 In the Create Shortcut window, click Browse... folder, not just a link to the file. If you delete an icon without an arrow, you want to create a shortcut. 2 Right-click on the Desktop You can create a shortcut to a program, file, or folder by using: Windows Explorer or...
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These menus provide quick access to the most common commands for many components of the Windows desktop, including files and folders. Shortcut Menus Create Shortcut Delete Rename Properties Shortcut menus are available for an item. To access the shortcut menus, position the cursor over the item and rightclick (click the right mouse button or the right touch-pad button). 38 Microsoft Windows Desktop
These menus provide quick access to the most common commands for many components of the Windows desktop, including files and folders. Shortcut Menus Create Shortcut Delete Rename Properties Shortcut menus are available for an item. To access the shortcut menus, position the cursor over the item and rightclick (click the right mouse button or the right touch-pad button). 38 Microsoft Windows Desktop
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... area of these components are accessible through the Display Properties window. Changing the Desktop Appearance Start button Control Panel Display Properties window You can manage your desktop by changing various components. You can personalize the appearance of your computer's desktop theme, resolution, screen saver, icon size and appearance, and monitor settings from the...
... area of these components are accessible through the Display Properties window. Changing the Desktop Appearance Start button Control Panel Display Properties window You can manage your desktop by changing various components. You can personalize the appearance of your computer's desktop theme, resolution, screen saver, icon size and appearance, and monitor settings from the...
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... available options and follow the instructions provided. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 40 Microsoft Windows Desktop 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Appearance and Personalization. 2 Click Personalization. From the Start menu: 1...the instructions provided. The Personalize appearance and sounds window appears. 3 Review the available options and follow the instructions provided. Windows® XP From the desktop: 1 Right-click an open area of the...
... available options and follow the instructions provided. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 40 Microsoft Windows Desktop 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Appearance and Personalization. 2 Click Personalization. From the Start menu: 1...the instructions provided. The Personalize appearance and sounds window appears. 3 Review the available options and follow the instructions provided. Windows® XP From the desktop: 1 Right-click an open area of the...
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..., you may need to log-in again to access your computer to select a new screen saver. 4 Adjust the length of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize. The Personalize appearance and sounds window appears. 3 Click Screen Saver to remain inactive before the screen saver appears. 5 Click... OK. Microsoft Windows Desktop 41 The Display Properties window appears. 3 Click the Screen Saver tab, and select a new screen saver. Windows Vista 1 Right-click ...
..., you may need to log-in again to access your computer to select a new screen saver. 4 Adjust the length of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize. The Personalize appearance and sounds window appears. 3 Click Screen Saver to remain inactive before the screen saver appears. 5 Click... OK. Microsoft Windows Desktop 41 The Display Properties window appears. 3 Click the Screen Saver tab, and select a new screen saver. Windows Vista 1 Right-click ...
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NOTE: After the screen saver activates, you may need to log-in to access your computer to : • Control Panel • Programs • Files • Computer settings • Tools that monitor your computer's performance • Windows Help and Support 42 Microsoft Windows Desktop 4 Select the length of time for your computer. Start Button (Menu) Overview The Start button opens the Start menu, which provides access to remain inactive before the screen saver appears. 5 Click OK.
NOTE: After the screen saver activates, you may need to log-in to access your computer to : • Control Panel • Programs • Files • Computer settings • Tools that monitor your computer's performance • Windows Help and Support 42 Microsoft Windows Desktop 4 Select the length of time for your computer. Start Button (Menu) Overview The Start button opens the Start menu, which provides access to remain inactive before the screen saver appears. 5 Click OK.
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...Start Menu Properties window. 1 Right-click an open area of the taskbar. 2 Select Properties. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Start Button" on the Start menu tab. See "Shutting Down Your Computer" on the software installed in Windows Help and Support: click ...Start or → Help and Support. The programs available on the Start menu depend on page 99. Microsoft Windows Desktop 43 The Taskbar and Start menu Properties window appears. 3 Customize the Start menu by dragging an icon from a program, folder, or file ...
...Start Menu Properties window. 1 Right-click an open area of the taskbar. 2 Select Properties. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Start Button" on the Start menu tab. See "Shutting Down Your Computer" on the software installed in Windows Help and Support: click ...Start or → Help and Support. The programs available on the Start menu depend on page 99. Microsoft Windows Desktop 43 The Taskbar and Start menu Properties window appears. 3 Customize the Start menu by dragging an icon from a program, folder, or file ...
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...; Change hardware settings • Set network and Internet preferences • Customize the appearance of the items you maintain and customize your desktop • Set up text box that explains its function. 44 Microsoft Windows Desktop Control Panel The Control Panel contains programs and tools to enhance performance HINT: A list of your computer.
...; Change hardware settings • Set network and Internet preferences • Customize the appearance of the items you maintain and customize your desktop • Set up text box that explains its function. 44 Microsoft Windows Desktop Control Panel The Control Panel contains programs and tools to enhance performance HINT: A list of your computer.
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.... Windows XP 1 Click Start →Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance. 2 Select one of the options to enhance performance. Microsoft Windows Desktop 45 If you to enhance the performance of your computer. Use the Device Manager to manage devices that are not sure which category contains the...your cursor over the category to your computer. Accessing and Using the Control Panel FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in or attached to display its pop-up the space on your hard drive or rearrange items on your hard...
.... Windows XP 1 Click Start →Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance. 2 Select one of the options to enhance performance. Microsoft Windows Desktop 45 If you to enhance the performance of your computer. Use the Device Manager to manage devices that are not sure which category contains the...your cursor over the category to your computer. Accessing and Using the Control Panel FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop, see "Windows Basics" in or attached to display its pop-up the space on your hard drive or rearrange items on your hard...
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Windows XP Click Start→ Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance→ Administrative Tools→ Computer Management. OR Right-click My Computer and select Properties. HINT: Typically, to access the Device Manager: Windows Vista Click Start→ Control Panel→ System and Maintenance→ Administrative Tools→ Computer Management. Then click Device Manager. 46 Microsoft Windows Desktop
Windows XP Click Start→ Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance→ Administrative Tools→ Computer Management. OR Right-click My Computer and select Properties. HINT: Typically, to access the Device Manager: Windows Vista Click Start→ Control Panel→ System and Maintenance→ Administrative Tools→ Computer Management. Then click Device Manager. 46 Microsoft Windows Desktop
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...screen with a soft cloth dampened with either water or an LCD cleaner. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Monitors and Displays 47 Cleaning Your Computer's Display Screen To clean the display for safety procedures to follow when working with your computer... with your computer. Monitors and Displays FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about your computer's display screen, see the documentation for your computer for a desktop computer, wipe the screen with a soft cloth dampened with water.
...screen with a soft cloth dampened with either water or an LCD cleaner. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Monitors and Displays 47 Cleaning Your Computer's Display Screen To clean the display for safety procedures to follow when working with your computer... with your computer. Monitors and Displays FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about your computer's display screen, see the documentation for your computer for a desktop computer, wipe the screen with a soft cloth dampened with water.
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... resolution is ok, if not repeat step 4. 6 Click OK. Windows Vista® 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize. Windows® XP 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. The Display Properties window appears. 3 Select the Setting tab. Monitors and Displays 49 The Personalize appearance and...
... resolution is ok, if not repeat step 4. 6 Click OK. Windows Vista® 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Personalize. Windows® XP 1 Right-click an open area of the desktop. 2 Click Properties. The Display Properties window appears. 3 Select the Setting tab. Monitors and Displays 49 The Personalize appearance and...