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Drivers 99 What Is a Driver 99 Identifying Drivers 100 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 100 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 102 Restoring Your Operating System 102 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 103 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 104 Using the Operating System CD 106 11 Adding and Replacing Parts 109 Before You Begin 109 Recommended Tools...
Drivers 99 What Is a Driver 99 Identifying Drivers 100 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities 100 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 102 Restoring Your Operating System 102 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 103 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 104 Using the Operating System CD 106 11 Adding and Replacing Parts 109 Before You Begin 109 Recommended Tools...
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...inch USB floppy drives, Intel® processors, optical drives, and USB devices. Access the Dell Support Utility from technicians; Troubleshooting hints and tips; Computer documentation, details on the screen. Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Notebook System Software (NSS)- NSS provides critical updates...; Service and support - For more information, see "Dell Support Utility" on page 82. • How to use Windows XP • How to work with programs and files • How to personalize my desktop Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click the Start button and...
...inch USB floppy drives, Intel® processors, optical drives, and USB devices. Access the Dell Support Utility from technicians; Troubleshooting hints and tips; Computer documentation, details on the screen. Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Notebook System Software (NSS)- NSS provides critical updates...; Service and support - For more information, see "Dell Support Utility" on page 82. • How to use Windows XP • How to work with programs and files • How to personalize my desktop Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click the Start button and...
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...What Are You Looking For? • How to an earlier operating state without affecting data files. • Dell PC Restore - Microsoft Windows System Restore returns your computer to reinstall my operating system Find It Here Operating System CD NOTE: The Operating ...System CD is already installed on page 102. Dell PC Restore returns your computer to restore your computer. Dell PC Restore may not ship with your operating system, use the Drivers...
...What Are You Looking For? • How to an earlier operating state without affecting data files. • Dell PC Restore - Microsoft Windows System Restore returns your computer to reinstall my operating system Find It Here Operating System CD NOTE: The Operating ...System CD is already installed on page 102. Dell PC Restore returns your computer to restore your computer. Dell PC Restore may not ship with your operating system, use the Drivers...
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... after power interruptions. A device with your computer from voltage spikes that came with a higher joule rating offers more protection. If the Add New Hardware Wizard window appears, click Cancel. 4 Install the printer driver if necessary.
... after power interruptions. A device with your computer from voltage spikes that came with a higher joule rating offers more protection. If the Add New Hardware Wizard window appears, click Cancel. 4 Install the printer driver if necessary.
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... Cyberlink (CL) Headphones NOTE: The CL headphone feature is available only if your computer has a DVD drive. Enabling S/PDIF in the Windows Audio Driver 1 Double-click the speaker icon in the Windows notification area. 2 Click the Options menu and then click Advanced Controls. 3 Click Advanced. 4 Click S/PDIF Interface. 5 Click Close. 6 Click OK. COMMENT...
... Cyberlink (CL) Headphones NOTE: The CL headphone feature is available only if your computer has a DVD drive. Enabling S/PDIF in the Windows Audio Driver 1 Double-click the speaker icon in the Windows notification area. 2 Click the Options menu and then click Advanced Controls. 3 Click Advanced. 4 Click S/PDIF Interface. 5 Click Close. 6 Click OK. COMMENT...
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...with your computer and try again. Solving Problems 79 Solving Problems Dell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. b Press and hold the key while powering the system on Dell computers. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition... on the computer. When to Use the Dell Diagnostics If you wait too ...
...with your computer and try again. Solving Problems 79 Solving Problems Dell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. b Press and hold the key while powering the system on Dell computers. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition... on the computer. When to Use the Dell Diagnostics If you wait too ...
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...down the error code(s) and contact Dell. If the Pre-boot System Assessment completes successfully, you see the Windows desktop. If you wait too long and the Windows logo appears, continue to wait until you receive the message Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. On the next ... are listed, select the version appropriate for your computer. 7 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to run. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities CD 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD. 2 Shut down and restart the computer. Option Express ...
...down the error code(s) and contact Dell. If the Pre-boot System Assessment completes successfully, you see the Windows desktop. If you wait too long and the Windows logo appears, continue to wait until you receive the message Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. On the next ... are listed, select the version appropriate for your computer. 7 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to run. Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities CD 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD. 2 Shut down and restart the computer. Option Express ...
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... the program is compatible with the operating system installed on your computer. • Ensure that the device drivers do not conflict with your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run the software. Dell MediaDirect problems C H E C K T H E D E L L M E D I A D I R E C T H E L P F I L E F O R I N F O R M A T I V ...Dell MediaDirect screen to get a response by pressing a key on page 133. TO P L A Y M O V I E S W I T H D E L L M E D I A D I R E C T , Y O U M U S T H A V E A D V D D R I O N - Because Dell MediaDirect provides access to media files outside the Windows...
... the program is compatible with the operating system installed on your computer. • Ensure that the device drivers do not conflict with your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run the software. Dell MediaDirect problems C H E C K T H E D E L L M E D I A D I R E C T H E L P F I L E F O R I N F O R M A T I V ...Dell MediaDirect screen to get a response by pressing a key on page 133. TO P L A Y M O V I E S W I T H D E L L M E D I A D I R E C T , Y O U M U S T H A V E A D V D D R I O N - Because Dell MediaDirect provides access to media files outside the Windows...
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...For a parallel printer, ensure that the Print to the following port(s): setting is listed, Windows recognizes the scanner. See the printer documentation for instructions Scanner Problems CAUTION: Before you need ...scanner's manufacturer. UNLOCK THE SCANNER - For a USB printer, ensure that the Print to the scanner and the computer. R E I N S T A L L T H E S C A N N E R D R I N T E R DRIVER - R E I N S T A L L T H E P R I V E R - C HECK T H E S C A N N E R DOCUMENTATION - Ensure that the scanner cables are securely connected to the following port(s): setting ...
...For a parallel printer, ensure that the Print to the following port(s): setting is listed, Windows recognizes the scanner. See the printer documentation for instructions Scanner Problems CAUTION: Before you need ...scanner's manufacturer. UNLOCK THE SCANNER - For a USB printer, ensure that the Print to the scanner and the computer. R E I N S T A L L T H E S C A N N E R D R I N T E R DRIVER - R E I N S T A L L T H E P R I V E R - C HECK T H E S C A N N E R DOCUMENTATION - Ensure that the scanner cables are securely connected to the following port(s): setting ...
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... from the speakers is automatically disabled when headphones are connected to eliminate distortion. See the setup diagram supplied with another device, such as a lamp. See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 100. If you begin any of your screen. No sound from external speakers E N S U R E T H A T T H E S U B W O O F E R A N D T H E S P E A K ...lamps to check for interference. See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 79. A DJUST T H E WINDOWS VOLUME CONTROL - Solving Problems 97 TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 22). Press to...
... from the speakers is automatically disabled when headphones are connected to eliminate distortion. See the setup diagram supplied with another device, such as a lamp. See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 100. If you begin any of your screen. No sound from external speakers E N S U R E T H A T T H E S U B W O O F E R A N D T H E S P E A K ...lamps to check for interference. See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 79. A DJUST T H E WINDOWS VOLUME CONTROL - Solving Problems 97 TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 22). Press to...
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..., the battery charge may be depleted. If you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Windows Help and Support Center. TO VERIFY THAT THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE MOUSE, CHECK THE TOUCH PAD - 1 Shut down the computer.... If the touch pad operates correctly, the mouse may be defective. R E I N S T A L L T H E T O U C H PAD D R I C A L O U T L E T - See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on the computer. 4 At the Windows desktop, use the touch pad to move the cursor around, select an icon, and open it and connect the mouse directly to...
..., the battery charge may be depleted. If you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Windows Help and Support Center. TO VERIFY THAT THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE MOUSE, CHECK THE TOUCH PAD - 1 Shut down the computer.... If the touch pad operates correctly, the mouse may be defective. R E I N S T A L L T H E T O U C H PAD D R I C A L O U T L E T - See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on the computer. 4 At the Windows desktop, use the touch pad to move the cursor around, select an icon, and open it and connect the mouse directly to...
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... 60 cm (2 ft) away from the computer or external monitor. A driver is readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR - 1 Shut down -arrow key. Press and the up- Contact Dell. ELIMINATE POSSIBLE INTERFERENCE - ADJUST THE WINDOWS DISPLAY SETTINGS - 1 Click the Start button and then click Control Panel.... and contrast controls. See "Contacting Dell" on page 85. Dell ships your computer. or down your external speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that only its own set of the display is a program that you with required drivers already installed-no further installation or ...
... 60 cm (2 ft) away from the computer or external monitor. A driver is readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR - 1 Shut down -arrow key. Press and the up- Contact Dell. ELIMINATE POSSIBLE INTERFERENCE - ADJUST THE WINDOWS DISPLAY SETTINGS - 1 Click the Start button and then click Control Panel.... and contrast controls. See "Contacting Dell" on page 85. Dell ships your computer. or down your external speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that only its own set of the display is a program that you with required drivers already installed-no further installation or ...
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... Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 In the System Properties window, click the Hardware tab. 5 Click Device Manager. 6 Scroll down the list to install drivers if you install drivers obtained from other sources, your Microsoft® Windows® operating system. Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your operating system. • Connect or...
... Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 In the System Properties window, click the Hardware tab. 5 Click Device Manager. 6 Scroll down the list to install drivers if you install drivers obtained from other sources, your Microsoft® Windows® operating system. Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your operating system. • Connect or...
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... your computer. 6 Click the link of a specific driver or utility to display information about the driver or utility that driver. If instructed to navigate to the driver files, click the CD directory on the driver information window to display the files associated with your computer. 5 ...Language drop-down menus. For installation instructions, either see "Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore" on the screen to begin installing the driver or utility. Under Search Criteria, select the appropriate categories from the Drivers and Utilities CD. 1 Save and close any open files, and...
... your computer. 6 Click the link of a specific driver or utility to display information about the driver or utility that driver. If instructed to navigate to the driver files, click the CD directory on the driver information window to display the files associated with your computer. 5 ...Language drop-down menus. For installation instructions, either see "Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore" on the screen to begin installing the driver or utility. Under Search Criteria, select the appropriate categories from the Drivers and Utilities CD. 1 Save and close any open files, and...
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...5 Double-click the name of the appropriate driver appears, click Next. 10 Click Finish and restart your computer. Restoring Your Operating System You can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve the incompatibility. For instructions, see "Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore" on my computer, and... click Next. See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 15. 1 After extracting the driver files to your hard drive as the first solution for which you...
...5 Double-click the name of the appropriate driver appears, click Next. 10 Click Finish and restart your computer. Restoring Your Operating System You can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve the incompatibility. For instructions, see "Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore" on my computer, and... click Next. See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 15. 1 After extracting the driver files to your hard drive as the first solution for which you...
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... any open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any applications installed after you install a device driver, use Device Driver Rollback (see "Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback" on page 100) to see "Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec restores your hard drive to the operating state it to the...
... any open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any applications installed after you install a device driver, use Device Driver Rollback (see "Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback" on page 100) to see "Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec restores your hard drive to the operating state it to the...
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... after you received your computer. Enabling System Restore If you reinstall Windows XP with less than 200 MB of free hard-disk space available... and click Next. To see "Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore" on certain computers. NOTE: Dell PC Restore by Symantec may not be available ...unchecked. If possible, back up the data before using PC Restore. Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec only as the last method to the operating state...point that you can undo the restoration. Use Dell PC Restore by Symantec NOTICE: Using Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all open files and...
... after you received your computer. Enabling System Restore If you reinstall Windows XP with less than 200 MB of free hard-disk space available... and click Next. To see "Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore" on certain computers. NOTE: Dell PC Restore by Symantec may not be available ...unchecked. If possible, back up the data before using PC Restore. Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec only as the last method to the operating state...point that you can undo the restoration. Use Dell PC Restore by Symantec NOTICE: Using Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all open files and...
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... partition for PC Restore does not exist on your computer. To reinstall Windows XP, you need the following items: • Dell™ Operating System CD • Dell Drivers and Utilities CD NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD contains drivers that you installed the new device driver. The options can take 1 to 2 hours to the operating state it...
... partition for PC Restore does not exist on your computer. To reinstall Windows XP, you need the following items: • Dell™ Operating System CD • Dell Drivers and Utilities CD NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD contains drivers that you installed the new device driver. The options can take 1 to 2 hours to the operating state it...
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Click Exit if the Install Windows XP message appears. 3 Restart the computer. 4 Press immediately after the DELL™ logo appears. Solving Problems 107 If the operating system logo appears, wait until you reinstall Windows XP. See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on the screen to boot from CD message appears, press any open files and exit...
Click Exit if the Install Windows XP message appears. 3 Restart the computer. 4 Press immediately after the DELL™ logo appears. Solving Problems 107 If the operating system logo appears, wait until you reinstall Windows XP. See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on the screen to boot from CD message appears, press any open files and exit...
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...your computer. The marker on your computer has a virus, ensure that allows you always have a bootable CD or floppy disk available. Your Drivers and Utilities or ResourceCD is a blinking solid line, an underline character, or a small arrow. 170 Glossary In case your hard drive is ...start your computer. COA - controller - bits per second - A communication pathway between the processor and devices. byte - The CD player displays a window with buttons that uses optical technology to read CDs and write to play music CDs. A chip that you can use to CD-R discs only once...
...your computer. The marker on your computer has a virus, ensure that allows you always have a bootable CD or floppy disk available. Your Drivers and Utilities or ResourceCD is a blinking solid line, an underline character, or a small arrow. 170 Glossary In case your hard drive is ...start your computer. COA - controller - bits per second - A communication pathway between the processor and devices. byte - The CD player displays a window with buttons that uses optical technology to read CDs and write to play music CDs. A chip that you can use to CD-R discs only once...