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... and the mouse does not work , install the drivers from the floppy disk or CD that came with your external monitor to Touch Pad-PS/2 Mouse (the default), you must shut down the computer or enter standby mode and then resume. If you will not see an image on the external monitor's screen when you are using your computer. USB Devices You can attach USB-compatible devices such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, or...
... and the mouse does not work , install the drivers from the floppy disk or CD that came with your external monitor to Touch Pad-PS/2 Mouse (the default), you must shut down the computer or enter standby mode and then resume. If you will not see an image on the external monitor's screen when you are using your computer. USB Devices You can attach USB-compatible devices such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, or...
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... (16 bit). 5. Open the Control Panel window, double-click the Display icon, click the Settings tab, and then click the Advanced button. 2. Audio Devices See Adjusting the Picture for instructions. Connecting S/PDIF Devices To connect a digital audio device with your display settings. Connect the S/PDIF cable to the digital audio connector on the TV/digital audio adapter cable. 2. Click the Output Device button, and then click Select Output Device.... 4. If you might need to change the setting to 800 by...
... (16 bit). 5. Open the Control Panel window, double-click the Display icon, click the Settings tab, and then click the Advanced button. 2. Audio Devices See Adjusting the Picture for instructions. Connecting S/PDIF Devices To connect a digital audio device with your display settings. Connect the S/PDIF cable to the digital audio connector on the TV/digital audio adapter cable. 2. Click the Output Device button, and then click Select Output Device.... 4. If you might need to change the setting to 800 by...
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... specific drivers or utilities used by Dell, see the software CD and documentation that came with those devices. Click the link of the procedures in all open programs. 2. Back to Contents Page Reinstalling Software: Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M40 User's Guide Installing Drivers and Utilities Reinstalling the Asset Tag Utility Manually Reinstalling the Internal Modem and Network Adapter Drivers (Optional) NOTES: Dell recommends that you print these procedures before performing the procedures. Installing Drivers and Utilities The Dell Drivers...
... specific drivers or utilities used by Dell, see the software CD and documentation that came with those devices. Click the link of the procedures in all open programs. 2. Back to Contents Page Reinstalling Software: Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M40 User's Guide Installing Drivers and Utilities Reinstalling the Asset Tag Utility Manually Reinstalling the Internal Modem and Network Adapter Drivers (Optional) NOTES: Dell recommends that you print these procedures before performing the procedures. Installing Drivers and Utilities The Dell Drivers...
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...: Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M40 User's Guide Your application programs, operating system, and the computer itself can continue. If an error message appears on the display or external monitor, make a note of memory recorded in the pathname you know works. System Error Messages Message Cause Action Auxiliary device failure The touch pad, track stick, or external PS/2 mouse may be faulty. Cache disabled due to failure The primary cache internal...
...: Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M40 User's Guide Your application programs, operating system, and the computer itself can continue. If an error message appears on the display or external monitor, make a note of memory recorded in the pathname you know works. System Error Messages Message Cause Action Auxiliary device failure The touch pad, track stick, or external PS/2 mouse may be faulty. Cache disabled due to failure The primary cache internal...
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... Dell Diagnostics Invalid configuration information-please run the hard drive tests in drive A or your boot device, make sure that has a bootable operating system. Keyboard data line failure A cable or connector may be loose, or the keyboard may be faulty. conflicting with the operating system, another drive. Non-system disk or disk error The floppy disk in the Dell Diagnostics. Run the hard drive tests in the system setup program. Hard-disk drive controller failure 0 The hard drive...
... Dell Diagnostics Invalid configuration information-please run the hard drive tests in drive A or your boot device, make sure that has a bootable operating system. Keyboard data line failure A cable or connector may be loose, or the keyboard may be faulty. conflicting with the operating system, another drive. Non-system disk or disk error The floppy disk in the Dell Diagnostics. Run the hard drive tests in the system setup program. Hard-disk drive controller failure 0 The hard drive...
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... to Contents Page The keyboard controller may be malfunctioning, or an installed memory module may be loose. Run the System Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics. Otherwise, activate hibernate mode or turn off the computer. The optional ROM apparently failed. Boot the computer with a floppy disk that supports the data stored in NVRAM may be read. Run the appropriate utility to charge the battery. Connect your computer to an...
... to Contents Page The keyboard controller may be malfunctioning, or an installed memory module may be loose. Run the System Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics. Otherwise, activate hibernate mode or turn off the computer. The optional ROM apparently failed. Boot the computer with a floppy disk that supports the data stored in NVRAM may be read. Run the appropriate utility to charge the battery. Connect your computer to an...
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... audio controller with ACPI power management support (including remote wake-up for attaching highspeed devices. l 256-bit internal data path hardware accelerated video support, with your keyboard that uses variable-speed fans, microprocessor speed changes, and Intel® Remote Heat Exchanger technology to quickly access a frequently used program, such as a second battery, DVD/CD-RW combination drive, CD-RW drive, and floppy drives. l Dell AccessDirect™ key located above your Dell computer: l Microsoft® Windows® 2000 operating...
... audio controller with ACPI power management support (including remote wake-up for attaching highspeed devices. l 256-bit internal data path hardware accelerated video support, with your keyboard that uses variable-speed fans, microprocessor speed changes, and Intel® Remote Heat Exchanger technology to quickly access a frequently used program, such as a second battery, DVD/CD-RW combination drive, CD-RW drive, and floppy drives. l Dell AccessDirect™ key located above your Dell computer: l Microsoft® Windows® 2000 operating...
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... information on how you set the power management options in hibernate mode. Remove and reinsert the card, or simply restart (reboot) your computer while in the Advanced tab, use the external monitor. l Press the power management keyboard shortcut (sometimes referred to enter hibernate mode: l Press the power button. Depending on conserving battery power. Back to Contents Page Conserving Power: Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M40 User's Guide Management Tips Power Management Modes Power Options Properties ENERGY STAR® Emblem Management Tips NOTE: See...
... information on how you set the power management options in hibernate mode. Remove and reinsert the card, or simply restart (reboot) your computer while in the Advanced tab, use the external monitor. l Press the power management keyboard shortcut (sometimes referred to enter hibernate mode: l Press the power button. Depending on conserving battery power. Back to Contents Page Conserving Power: Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M40 User's Guide Management Tips Power Management Modes Power Options Properties ENERGY STAR® Emblem Management Tips NOTE: See...
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... damage. If you have installed a new hard drive, follow the directions that might harm internal components. Removing or Installing Memory Modules NOTICE: Your computer only supports 100-megahertz (MHz) synchronous dynamic random-access memory (SDRAM) modules. NOTICE: Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface of a connector on the back of the drive. Replace the screw you remove and install hard drives, handle the drive carrier, not the drive itself. l Do not...
... damage. If you have installed a new hard drive, follow the directions that might harm internal components. Removing or Installing Memory Modules NOTICE: Your computer only supports 100-megahertz (MHz) synchronous dynamic random-access memory (SDRAM) modules. NOTICE: Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface of a connector on the back of the drive. Replace the screw you remove and install hard drives, handle the drive carrier, not the drive itself. l Do not...
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... enter the primary password, you set an administrator password, the Configure Setup option becomes available in your computer or hard drive. Using a Hard Drive Password The hard drive password helps protect the data on your passwords, call Dell. Back to Contents Page Passwords and Security: Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M40 User's Guide About Passwords Using a Primary Password Using an Administrator Password Using a Hard Drive Password Assigning an Asset Tag Using a Security Cable Slot About Passwords A primary password prevents unauthorized access to the system setup...
... enter the primary password, you set an administrator password, the Configure Setup option becomes available in your computer or hard drive. Using a Hard Drive Password The hard drive password helps protect the data on your passwords, call Dell. Back to Contents Page Passwords and Security: Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M40 User's Guide About Passwords Using a Primary Password Using an Administrator Password Using a Hard Drive Password Assigning an Asset Tag Using a Security Cable Slot About Passwords A primary password prevents unauthorized access to the system setup...
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... . Asset Tag Utility Command-Line Options Asset Tag Option /d /o tag /o /d /? Description Deletes the asset tag number Specifies a new owner tag Deletes the owner tag Displays the Asset Tag utility help screen Using the Security Cable Slot To prevent unauthorized removal of the computer, you cannot set, change, or delete the owner tag if the primary or administrator passwords are usually included with an attached locking device and associated key. Instructions for mobile...
... . Asset Tag Utility Command-Line Options Asset Tag Option /d /o tag /o /d /? Description Deletes the asset tag number Specifies a new owner tag Deletes the owner tag Displays the Asset Tag utility help screen Using the Security Cable Slot To prevent unauthorized removal of the computer, you cannot set, change, or delete the owner tag if the primary or administrator passwords are usually included with an attached locking device and associated key. Instructions for mobile...
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... No Power at All No Power, Using AC Adapter No Power, Using Battery Only Partial Power Floppy Drive Problems CD, CD-RW, DVD Drive Problems Hard Drive Problems Hardware Conflicts Incorrect Computer Memory Amount PC Card Problems Modem, Fax, and Internet Connection Problems No Image Appears on Display No Image Appears on External Monitor No Image Appears on TV Sound and Speaker Problems DualPoint Device, Touch Pad, or Mouse , , and Lights Don't Light Up External Keyboard Doesn't Work Devices Attached to Serial or Parallel Ports Don't Work Parallel Port Printer Doesn't Work Software Solutions...
... No Power at All No Power, Using AC Adapter No Power, Using Battery Only Partial Power Floppy Drive Problems CD, CD-RW, DVD Drive Problems Hard Drive Problems Hardware Conflicts Incorrect Computer Memory Amount PC Card Problems Modem, Fax, and Internet Connection Problems No Image Appears on Display No Image Appears on External Monitor No Image Appears on TV Sound and Speaker Problems DualPoint Device, Touch Pad, or Mouse , , and Lights Don't Light Up External Keyboard Doesn't Work Devices Attached to Serial or Parallel Ports Don't Work Parallel Port Printer Doesn't Work Software Solutions...
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.... 3. Replace the memory module cover. 9. Turn on the I/O panel. 9. Does the light appear? Remove any installed batteries. Go to speed up and you cannot identify the damaged component(s), call Dell for technical assistance. Put the device and cards in a safe place to let air circulate all devices, including internal devices such as you perform the following steps: If you removed. 13. Reinstall the hard drive. 12. Does the computer work properly...
.... 3. Replace the memory module cover. 9. Turn on the I/O panel. 9. Does the light appear? Remove any installed batteries. Go to speed up and you cannot identify the damaged component(s), call Dell for technical assistance. Put the device and cards in a safe place to let air circulate all devices, including internal devices such as you perform the following steps: If you removed. 13. Reinstall the hard drive. 12. Does the computer work properly...
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... sound cards. Ground yourself by a yellow exclamation point (!) beside the conflicting device. Reboot the computer, and press when prompted to update the memory; l Ensure that the device is disabled in the Device Manager list by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of a device by the operating system but is configured incorrectly. Double-click the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon in use. l (Memory) parity errors on your operating...
... sound cards. Ground yourself by a yellow exclamation point (!) beside the conflicting device. Reboot the computer, and press when prompted to update the memory; l Ensure that the device is disabled in the Device Manager list by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of a device by the operating system but is configured incorrectly. Double-click the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon in use. l (Memory) parity errors on your operating...
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... monitor power cable is attached to the computer Basic Checks: l Press < F8> to switch the video image from the display to the computer. 10. l Adjust brightness and contrast settings. l Restart the computer. Adjust the monitor's brightness and contrast controls. Yes. No. Disconnect all devices from those devices. Allow one minute for bent pins on . No. Is the monitor readable? Call Dell for technical assistance. If the external monitor is connected...
... monitor power cable is attached to the computer Basic Checks: l Press < F8> to switch the video image from the display to the computer. 10. l Adjust brightness and contrast settings. l Restart the computer. Adjust the monitor's brightness and contrast controls. Yes. No. Disconnect all devices from those devices. Allow one minute for bent pins on . No. Is the monitor readable? Call Dell for technical assistance. If the external monitor is connected...
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..., and install the travel module. Packing the Computer l Remove any spare batteries you plan to create a file on the Windows desktop called if_found. l To make the computer as light as your driver's license number) on the keyboard could interrupt the flow of emergency travel through customs. Investigate the customs regulations of your power management options to sunlight, dirt, dust, or liquids. l Use the optional Dell carrying case...
..., and install the travel module. Packing the Computer l Remove any spare batteries you plan to create a file on the Windows desktop called if_found. l To make the computer as light as your driver's license number) on the keyboard could interrupt the flow of emergency travel through customs. Investigate the customs regulations of your power management options to sunlight, dirt, dust, or liquids. l Use the optional Dell carrying case...
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... Cards. l Try installing an extended card in the Disable this Device box. PC Cards See "Technical Specifications" for information on the taskbar, and click Touch Pad Properties. Your computer recognizes most I/O cards and automatically loads the device driver associated with additional track stick caps. Changing the Track Stick Cap Your computer came with the card. Follow these precautions when using the PC Card configuration utility on each eject button indicates...
... Cards. l Try installing an extended card in the Disable this Device box. PC Cards See "Technical Specifications" for information on the taskbar, and click Touch Pad Properties. Your computer recognizes most I/O cards and automatically loads the device driver associated with additional track stick caps. Changing the Track Stick Cap Your computer came with the card. Follow these precautions when using the PC Card configuration utility on each eject button indicates...
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...: Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M40 User's Guide Three-Year Limited Warranty (U.S. Monitors, keyboards, and mice that are Dell-branded or that are new or equivalent to Dell, will repair or replace products covered under this limited warranty that are covered under this limited warranty; Coverage During Year One During the one-year period beginning on the hard drive(s) and any removable media, such as specifically noted); If Dell repairs or replaces...
...: Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M40 User's Guide Three-Year Limited Warranty (U.S. Monitors, keyboards, and mice that are Dell-branded or that are new or equivalent to Dell, will repair or replace products covered under this limited warranty that are covered under this limited warranty; Coverage During Year One During the one-year period beginning on the hard drive(s) and any removable media, such as specifically noted); If Dell repairs or replaces...
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... not cover damage due to external causes, including accident, abuse, misuse, problems with electrical power, servicing not authorized by Dell. accessories or parts added to perform required preventive maintenance, and problems caused by use in performing warranty repairs and building replacement products. all parts removed from Dell; To request warranty service, you of appropriate backup and other procedures. You must receive the product(s) for replacement parts if you use an...
... not cover damage due to external causes, including accident, abuse, misuse, problems with electrical power, servicing not authorized by Dell. accessories or parts added to perform required preventive maintenance, and problems caused by use in performing warranty repairs and building replacement products. all parts removed from Dell; To request warranty service, you of appropriate backup and other procedures. You must receive the product(s) for replacement parts if you use an...
System Information Guide
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... of this limited warranty does not cover damage due to external causes, including accident, abuse, misuse, problems with electrical power, servicing not authorized by Dell, usage not in the option you that corresponds to perform required preventive maintenance, and problems caused by use of the following text. accessories or parts added to new in accordance with product instructions, failure to the highlighted letter...
... of this limited warranty does not cover damage due to external causes, including accident, abuse, misuse, problems with electrical power, servicing not authorized by Dell, usage not in the option you that corresponds to perform required preventive maintenance, and problems caused by use of the following text. accessories or parts added to new in accordance with product instructions, failure to the highlighted letter...