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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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... Mouse Buttons. . . . 58 Controlling the Speed of the Scroll Wheel . . . . . 59 Cleaning a Non-Optical Mouse 59 Cleaning an Optical Mouse 60 Using a Bluetooth® -Enabled Wireless Mouse . . 60 Touch Pad 62 Circular Scrolling 62 Single Finger Zoom 63 Cleaning the Touch Pad 63 Using a Touch Pointer (Track Stick or Tablet PC...
... Mouse Buttons. . . . 58 Controlling the Speed of the Scroll Wheel . . . . . 59 Cleaning a Non-Optical Mouse 59 Cleaning an Optical Mouse 60 Using a Bluetooth® -Enabled Wireless Mouse . . 60 Touch Pad 62 Circular Scrolling 62 Single Finger Zoom 63 Cleaning the Touch Pad 63 Using a Touch Pointer (Track Stick or Tablet PC...
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... 143 Conserving Battery Power 145 Charging the Battery 145 Storing a Battery 146 US Department of Transportation (DOT) Notebook Battery Restrictions 146 Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager 146 12 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband 149 Overview 149 Local Area Networks (LAN 150 What You Need to Set up a LAN 151 Setting up a new...
... 143 Conserving Battery Power 145 Charging the Battery 145 Storing a Battery 146 US Department of Transportation (DOT) Notebook Battery Restrictions 146 Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager 146 12 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband 149 Overview 149 Local Area Networks (LAN 150 What You Need to Set up a LAN 151 Setting up a new...
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...Network . . 160 Activating Mobile Broadband Service 160 Managing the Network With the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility 161 WiMAX 161 WPAN 162 Managing Your Network 162 Securing Your Network 162 Securing Your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN 164 Ensuring Security When Using Public Wi-Fi Networks... (Hotspots 165 Locating Networks With the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator 166 Scanning for a Wireless Network 167 Enabling the Network Locator 167...
...Network . . 160 Activating Mobile Broadband Service 160 Managing the Network With the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility 161 WiMAX 161 WPAN 162 Managing Your Network 162 Securing Your Network 162 Securing Your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN 164 Ensuring Security When Using Public Wi-Fi Networks... (Hotspots 165 Locating Networks With the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator 166 Scanning for a Wireless Network 167 Enabling the Network Locator 167...
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... a Firewall to Secure Your Computer 255 Turning On Windows Firewall 255 Encrypting Files and Folders 256 Using Antivirus Software 256 Maintaining Security When Using a Public Wireless Network 256 Reducing the Risk of Getting Computer Viruses . . . 257 Dealing With Cookies 258 Blocking all Cookies 258 Avoiding Spyware and Malware 259 18 Contents
... a Firewall to Secure Your Computer 255 Turning On Windows Firewall 255 Encrypting Files and Folders 256 Using Antivirus Software 256 Maintaining Security When Using a Public Wireless Network 256 Reducing the Risk of Getting Computer Viruses . . . 257 Dealing With Cookies 258 Blocking all Cookies 258 Avoiding Spyware and Malware 259 18 Contents
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...; Information About Installed Hardware • Device Manager • Programs Installed on the left side of Windows, but it is consistently located on Your Computer • Wireless Networking • Dell Support Website Finding Information 23 The Start button may differ in appearance depending on the version of the Windows taskbar.
...; Information About Installed Hardware • Device Manager • Programs Installed on the left side of Windows, but it is consistently located on Your Computer • Wireless Networking • Dell Support Website Finding Information 23 The Start button may differ in appearance depending on the version of the Windows taskbar.
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... in your computer. The device guide provides helpful information about connecting to access device guide for the specific wireless card installed in the following sources: Device guides Windows Help and Support See Microsoft Windows Help and Support to... Web" topic provides an overview, requirements, details on page 149. 28 Finding Information Wireless Networking Wireless network information is not listed under All Programs, use the Search feature to search for general information about wireless networking. Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Search→ All Files or...
... in your computer. The device guide provides helpful information about connecting to access device guide for the specific wireless card installed in the following sources: Device guides Windows Help and Support See Microsoft Windows Help and Support to... Web" topic provides an overview, requirements, details on page 149. 28 Finding Information Wireless Networking Wireless network information is not listed under All Programs, use the Search feature to search for general information about wireless networking. Windows® XP 1 Click Start → Search→ All Files or...
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...• Technical Subscriptions • Troubleshooting Search • Windows Vista Center • Windows XP Support Center • Wireless Center Customer Service • Dell Financial Services • FAQs • Invoices • Missing, Wrong & Damaged • Order Status • ...Ownership Transfer • International Ownership Transfer • Packing Slips • Pickup/Redelivery • Dell Dollars/Rebate Center • Report a Stolen System • Returns • Update Billing Address Warranty Information • Expired Warranty Service...
...• Technical Subscriptions • Troubleshooting Search • Windows Vista Center • Windows XP Support Center • Wireless Center Customer Service • Dell Financial Services • FAQs • Invoices • Missing, Wrong & Damaged • Order Status • ...Ownership Transfer • International Ownership Transfer • Packing Slips • Pickup/Redelivery • Dell Dollars/Rebate Center • Report a Stolen System • Returns • Update Billing Address Warranty Information • Expired Warranty Service...
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Using a Bluetooth® -Enabled Wireless Mouse Before you set up the device so that corresponds to the operating system installed in your computer can of the device, type a new name, ...
Using a Bluetooth® -Enabled Wireless Mouse Before you set up the device so that corresponds to the operating system installed in your computer can of the device, type a new name, ...
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... often as the default printer.To set a specific printer as your printer to that receives input from more about connecting to a network, see "Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband)" on a Network A shared printer is one that connection. Once you are connected to a shared printer on the printer icon, and select Set as...
... often as the default printer.To set a specific printer as your printer to that receives input from more about connecting to a network, see "Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband)" on a Network A shared printer is one that connection. Once you are connected to a shared printer on the printer icon, and select Set as...
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... on how you use your computer, use the AC adapter to connect your computer to an electrical outlet in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on the taskbar. For more information on how often the battery is fully charged. Preserving the Life of ... operating time of the battery decreases over time depending on preserving the battery life of your battery: • Using optical drives • Using wireless communications devices, PC Cards, Express Cards, media memory cards, or USB devices • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or...
... on how you use your computer, use the AC adapter to connect your computer to an electrical outlet in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on the taskbar. For more information on how often the battery is fully charged. Preserving the Life of ... operating time of the battery decreases over time depending on preserving the battery life of your battery: • Using optical drives • Using wireless communications devices, PC Cards, Express Cards, media memory cards, or USB devices • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or...
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Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) LAN WLAN Overview A computer network provides connectivity between your computer and the Internet, another computer. • Share files. • Browse other networks. • Access the Internet. For example, with a network set up in a home or small office, you can: • Print to a shared printer. • Access drives and files on another computer, or a peripheral such as a printer. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 149
Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) LAN WLAN Overview A computer network provides connectivity between your computer and the Internet, another computer. • Share files. • Browse other networks. • Access the Internet. For example, with a network set up in a home or small office, you can: • Print to a shared printer. • Access drives and files on another computer, or a peripheral such as a printer. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 149
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See "Managing Networked Computers With Intel® Active Management Technology" on some Dell computers. The Intel® Active Management Technology (Intel AMT or iAMT®) provides enhanced tools for management of computer network generally covers a small area...A LAN can set up a local area network (LAN) using a broadband modem and network cables, or you through the process of setting up a wireless LAN (WLAN) using a wireless router or access point. This Intel AMT software is available on page 168. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more computers with each computer. A Network...
See "Managing Networked Computers With Intel® Active Management Technology" on some Dell computers. The Intel® Active Management Technology (Intel AMT or iAMT®) provides enhanced tools for management of computer network generally covers a small area...A LAN can set up a local area network (LAN) using a broadband modem and network cables, or you through the process of setting up a wireless LAN (WLAN) using a wireless router or access point. This Intel AMT software is available on page 168. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more computers with each computer. A Network...
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... by telephone companies, but it is used to your monthly service charge. • Your computer must connect your router for setting up access. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 151 Setting up a new LAN The following steps are general guidelines for specific details. What You Need to share Internet access provided by...
... by telephone companies, but it is used to your monthly service charge. • Your computer must connect your router for setting up access. Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 151 Setting up a new LAN The following steps are general guidelines for specific details. What You Need to share Internet access provided by...
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... on the operating system installed in your computer to a network, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 152 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) The Network Connection Wizard may start automatically, or you may have to click an option for setting up the Hardware 1 Contact your Internet...
... on the operating system installed in your computer to a network, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 152 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) The Network Connection Wizard may start automatically, or you may have to click an option for setting up the Hardware 1 Contact your Internet...
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...access. Also, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 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 rather than through a network...or DSL) • A broadband modem • A wireless router Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 153 What you Need to each other and the Internet over the air waves. Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN) 1 2 3 1 Router 2 Modem 3 Internet A wireless local area network (WLAN) connects two or more about ...
...access. Also, see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. 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 rather than through a network...or DSL) • A broadband modem • A wireless router Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband) 153 What you Need to each other and the Internet over the air waves. Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN) 1 2 3 1 Router 2 Modem 3 Internet A wireless local area network (WLAN) connects two or more about ...
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...Device Manager→ Network Adapters. Verify the type of card, check the order confirmation that name on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Reinstalling Software and Drivers for Your Wireless Network Card If the software is installed in your computer, see "Device Manager" on page 26): Windows... Under Tasks click Device Manager. 3 Click Network Adapters. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about how to determine the type of wireless network card that is removed or corrupted, follow the instructions in your computer and then search for that you received when you want ...
...Device Manager→ Network Adapters. Verify the type of card, check the order confirmation that name on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Reinstalling Software and Drivers for Your Wireless Network Card If the software is installed in your computer, see "Device Manager" on page 26): Windows... Under Tasks click Device Manager. 3 Click Network Adapters. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about how to determine the type of wireless network card that is removed or corrupted, follow the instructions in your computer and then search for that you received when you want ...
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...® XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Network and Internet Connections→ Network Connections. 2 Click Wireless Network Connection→ View Wireless Networks. 3 Select the desired network from the list and click Connect. This section provides general procedures for related topics ... Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Install the required software according to a network using wireless technology. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To Learn more about the connection requirements for your broadband modem. 2 Ensure that came with installation...
...® XP 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Network and Internet Connections→ Network Connections. 2 Click Wireless Network Connection→ View Wireless Networks. 3 Select the desired network from the list and click Connect. This section provides general procedures for related topics ... Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. Install the required software according to a network using wireless technology. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To Learn more about the connection requirements for your broadband modem. 2 Ensure that came with installation...
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NOTE: If you select a secure public network, you come into range of your Start menu. Some computers may have made to a public wireless network one time, and whenever you must enter the network's WEP or WPA key when prompted. HINT: Follow the instructions for connecting to ...your computer. Whenever you log on to your computer within the range of the wireless network that a public WLAN is within range of the same wireless network, your lists of the wireless network connection. Connecting to a Public WLAN (Hotspot) If you of available networks and enter any...
NOTE: If you select a secure public network, you come into range of your Start menu. Some computers may have made to a public wireless network one time, and whenever you must enter the network's WEP or WPA key when prompted. HINT: Follow the instructions for connecting to ...your computer. Whenever you log on to your computer within the range of the wireless network that a public WLAN is within range of the same wireless network, your lists of the wireless network connection. Connecting to a Public WLAN (Hotspot) If you of available networks and enter any...
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Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Card With a Wireless Switch Your laptop computer may use the wireless switch to a wireless network. The wireless switch must be turned On to detect and connect to scan for a wireless network by sliding and holding the wireless switch in position for scanning. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To ...turn your computer's documentation. You can also use a separate button or switch for a few seconds. NOTE: By default, the wireless switch is located, see your wireless card on or off. On some computers, you can use this switch to find out if your computer has...
Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Card With a Wireless Switch Your laptop computer may use the wireless switch to a wireless network. The wireless switch must be turned On to detect and connect to scan for a wireless network by sliding and holding the wireless switch in position for scanning. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To ...turn your computer's documentation. You can also use a separate button or switch for a few seconds. NOTE: By default, the wireless switch is located, see your wireless card on or off. On some computers, you can use this switch to find out if your computer has...