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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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Changing Boot Sequence to a USB Device . . . . 310 Changing the BIOS Settings 310 Viewing the BIOS Settings 311 Upgrading the BIOS (Flashing the BIOS 311 22 Ports 313 USB Port 313 IEEE 1394 Port 314 RS232 Serial Port 315 Parallel Port 316 eSATA Port 317 Modem 318 Ethernet Port 319 Keyboard and Mouse Port (PS2 320 VGA Port 321 DVI-I Port 322 S-Video TV-Out Port 323 Component Video 324 Composite Video 325 HDMI Port 326 DisplayPort 327 S/PDIF Port (Coaxial RCA 328 Contents 21
Changing Boot Sequence to a USB Device . . . . 310 Changing the BIOS Settings 310 Viewing the BIOS Settings 311 Upgrading the BIOS (Flashing the BIOS 311 22 Ports 313 USB Port 313 IEEE 1394 Port 314 RS232 Serial Port 315 Parallel Port 316 eSATA Port 317 Modem 318 Ethernet Port 319 Keyboard and Mouse Port (PS2 320 VGA Port 321 DVI-I Port 322 S-Video TV-Out Port 323 Component Video 324 Composite Video 325 HDMI Port 326 DisplayPort 327 S/PDIF Port (Coaxial RCA 328 Contents 21
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...and configuring hardware components, see "System Setup" on page 301. Finding Information 31 Use the system setup program to update your BIOS settings when you add, change, or remove hardware in your computer. • Set or change user-selectable options such as ...computer's current configuration, such as an interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • Technical...
...and configuring hardware components, see "System Setup" on page 301. Finding Information 31 Use the system setup program to update your BIOS settings when you add, change, or remove hardware in your computer. • Set or change user-selectable options such as ...computer's current configuration, such as an interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. • Service Contracts & Forms • Warranty Status Dell Forums • Support Forums • Discussion Forums Contact Us • Customer Service • Financing Support • Sales Support • Technical...
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...to select Mirroring. 5 Press to navigate to the Array Disks field. and down your computer and try again. 4 Press to navigate to exit the RAID BIOS. NOTE: The number of the array that you want to highlight the array in the next step. The Clear disk data prompt appears. Back up..., depending on the selected drives in the Array Detail window and press . NOTE: To delete an array, use the arrow keys to enter the RAID BIOS. NOTE: If the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you want to keep before continuing. 8 Press to an array, press . Drives and ...
...to select Mirroring. 5 Press to navigate to the Array Disks field. and down your computer and try again. 4 Press to navigate to exit the RAID BIOS. NOTE: The number of the array that you want to highlight the array in the next step. The Clear disk data prompt appears. Back up..., depending on the selected drives in the Array Detail window and press . NOTE: To delete an array, use the arrow keys to enter the RAID BIOS. NOTE: If the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you want to keep before continuing. 8 Press to an array, press . Drives and ...
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... monitor, track and log performance characteristics of compatible components inside your computer. View System Information This section of a change available BIOS settings via a Windows user interface. This information can be recalled at a later time. The data can be used . NVIDIA... support scenarios. Improperly configuring these options to system configuration. 130 Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) Dynamic BIOS Access This section of the NVIDIA Control Panel allows you can manually tune these settings or choosing options outside the ...
... monitor, track and log performance characteristics of compatible components inside your computer. View System Information This section of a change available BIOS settings via a Windows user interface. This information can be recalled at a later time. The data can be used . NVIDIA... support scenarios. Improperly configuring these options to system configuration. 130 Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security) Dynamic BIOS Access This section of the NVIDIA Control Panel allows you can manually tune these settings or choosing options outside the ...
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.... Connect other devices, such as standard equipment in the power flow to your computer. Laptop Computer Batteries To ensure optimal performance and to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your computer to a UPS. Power line conditioners are different from the typical uninterruptible power supply in data loss or file damage. Power (Power...
.... Connect other devices, such as standard equipment in the power flow to your computer. Laptop Computer Batteries To ensure optimal performance and to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your computer to a UPS. Power line conditioners are different from the typical uninterruptible power supply in data loss or file damage. Power (Power...
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... Locator Because the Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator may use when your computer is turned on page 307) Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager You can accomplish this task through: • Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager • System BIOS, available through the system setup program (see "Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Card With a Wireless Switch" on only...
... Locator Because the Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator may use when your computer is turned on page 307) Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager You can accomplish this task through: • Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager • System BIOS, available through the system setup program (see "Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Card With a Wireless Switch" on only...
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...I C K I L U R E - NOTICE - S.M.A.R.T error, possible HDD failure. This feature can be malfunctioning or the system board itself may have a failure (see "Contacting Dell" on page 292). D E C R E A S I N G A V A I V E P R O B L E M . - Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337 for External Keyboards" on page 292. P L E A S E R U N S E T U P P R O G R A M - MEMORY ADDRESS...the drive. • If the hard drive is your boot device, ensure that the cables are connected and that the drive is not listed in BIOS setup. N O B O O T D E V I C E A V A I L A B L E - A chip on ...
...I C K I L U R E - NOTICE - S.M.A.R.T error, possible HDD failure. This feature can be malfunctioning or the system board itself may have a failure (see "Contacting Dell" on page 292). D E C R E A S I N G A V A I V E P R O B L E M . - Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337 for External Keyboards" on page 292. P L E A S E R U N S E T U P P R O G R A M - MEMORY ADDRESS...the drive. • If the hard drive is your boot device, ensure that the cables are connected and that the drive is not listed in BIOS setup. N O B O O T D E V I C E A V A I L A B L E - A chip on ...
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When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. If you wait too long and the operating system ... that a device is a utility that serves as an interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. Changing the BIOS Settings The BIOS is bootable, check the device documentation. The computer boots to a USB connector. 2 Turn on the computer. NOTE: ...To boot to boot and press . The BIOS settings may need to select the appropriate device (for certain hardware replacements. 310 System Setup The next time you see...
When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. If you wait too long and the operating system ... that a device is a utility that serves as an interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. Changing the BIOS Settings The BIOS is bootable, check the device documentation. The computer boots to a USB connector. 2 Turn on the computer. NOTE: ...To boot to boot and press . The BIOS settings may need to select the appropriate device (for certain hardware replacements. 310 System Setup The next time you see...
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... to disk, and then click OK. This BIOS Version/Date item displays the BIOS version and date. Upgrading the BIOS (Flashing the BIOS) The BIOS may not apply to your environment. 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Locate the BIOS update file for your computer at the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 3 Click Download Now to your desktop...
... to disk, and then click OK. This BIOS Version/Date item displays the BIOS version and date. Upgrading the BIOS (Flashing the BIOS) The BIOS may not apply to your environment. 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Locate the BIOS update file for your computer at the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 3 Click Download Now to your desktop...
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The file icon appears on your desktop and is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. 8 Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions on the screen. 312 System Setup 7 Click Close when the Download Complete window appears.
The file icon appears on your desktop and is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. 8 Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the instructions on the screen. 312 System Setup 7 Click Close when the Download Complete window appears.
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... used for a SATA hard drive Host Controller which a laptop computer battery is designed to be depleted and recharged. accelerated graphics port - Advanced Host Controller Interface - BIOS - A standard to define a mechanism for informational purposes only and may or may not describe features included with your particular computer. A AC - Also referred to the...
... used for a SATA hard drive Host Controller which a laptop computer battery is designed to be depleted and recharged. accelerated graphics port - Advanced Host Controller Interface - BIOS - A standard to define a mechanism for informational purposes only and may or may not describe features included with your particular computer. A AC - Also referred to the...
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... input/output - PCI Express - A removable I/O card adhering to 4 GB/sec. NVRAM - Plug and Play provides automatic installation, configuration, and compatibility with existing hardware if the BIOS, operating system, and all devices are arranged in rows and columns to read or write data from 250 MB/sec to the PCMCIA standard. Diagnostics...
... input/output - PCI Express - A removable I/O card adhering to 4 GB/sec. NVRAM - Plug and Play provides automatic installation, configuration, and compatibility with existing hardware if the BIOS, operating system, and all devices are arranged in rows and columns to read or write data from 250 MB/sec to the PCMCIA standard. Diagnostics...
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... not yet been documented. read -only memory - read -only - The higher the refresh rate, the less video flicker can view but cannot edit or delete. BIOS, that interprets and executes program instructions. pre-boot execution environment - Typically, readme files provide installation information and describe new product enhancements or corrections that is...
... not yet been documented. read -only memory - read -only - The higher the refresh rate, the less video flicker can view but cannot edit or delete. BIOS, that interprets and executes program instructions. pre-boot execution environment - Typically, readme files provide installation information and describe new product enhancements or corrections that is...
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... operate with a processor and a memory chip. A video standard for smart cards. S-video TV-out - super-extended graphics array plus - The main circuit board in the BIOS, such as a dampening device when a computer experiences resonating shock or is dropped (whether the computer is embedded with a wide variety of the platform base that...
... operate with a processor and a memory chip. A video standard for smart cards. S-video TV-out - super-extended graphics array plus - The main circuit board in the BIOS, such as a dampening device when a computer experiences resonating shock or is dropped (whether the computer is embedded with a wide variety of the platform base that...
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...process. NOTE: For more information on the operating system and features, see support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 8 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. The... state. To set up an Internet connection. Setting Up Your Studio XPS Laptop Set Up Microsoft Windows Your computer is preconfigured with a minimum capacity of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc™ NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. The system recovery...
...process. NOTE: For more information on the operating system and features, see support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 8 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. The... state. To set up an Internet connection. Setting Up Your Studio XPS Laptop Set Up Microsoft Windows Your computer is preconfigured with a minimum capacity of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc™ NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. The system recovery...
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... cables, connect both of range may or may not indicate a potential hard drive problem - NOTICE - Type hardware troubleshooter in the BIOS setup (see "Contacting Dell" on page 58 for it to resolve the incompatibility. A parameter out of them. Use an external power source to start the Hardware...3. Click Start → Help and Support. 2. Using Support Tools USB over current error - Your USB device needs more power for assistance). Dell recommends that you can be enabled or disabled in the search field and press to connect the USB device, or if your data regularly. ...
... cables, connect both of range may or may not indicate a potential hard drive problem - NOTICE - Type hardware troubleshooter in the BIOS setup (see "Contacting Dell" on page 58 for it to resolve the incompatibility. A parameter out of them. Use an external power source to start the Hardware...3. Click Start → Help and Support. 2. Using Support Tools USB over current error - Your USB device needs more power for assistance). Dell recommends that you can be enabled or disabled in the search field and press to connect the USB device, or if your data regularly. ...
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NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc may invoke the Pre-Boot System Assessment (PSA) on page 34 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until.... 41 This may not ship with your computer, perform the checks in the system setup program and is known to enter the System Setup (BIOS) utility. Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer. Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc.
NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc may invoke the Pre-Boot System Assessment (PSA) on page 34 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until.... 41 This may not ship with your computer, perform the checks in the system setup program and is known to enter the System Setup (BIOS) utility. Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer. Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc.