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Owner's Manual - Page 6
Lockups and Software Problems 63 The computer does not start up 64 The computer stops responding 64 A program stops responding 64 A program crashes repeatedly 64 A program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system . . . . . 64 A solid blue screen appears 65 Other software problems 65
Memory Problems 66
Network Problems 66
PC Card Problems 67
Power Problems 67
Printer Problems...
Owner's Manual - Page 11
...inch USB floppy drives, Intel® Pentium® M processors, optical drives, and USB devices. NSS is necessary for correct operation of your Dell computer. The software automatically detects your computer and operating system and installs the updates appropriate for your configuration.
To download Notebook System Software: 1 Go to support.dell.com and click Downloads.
2 Enter your Service Tag...
Owner's Manual - Page 24
... later.
Setting Up a Printer
NOTICE: Complete the operating system setup before you connect a printer to the computer. See the documentation that came with the printer for setup information, including how to: • Obtain and install updated drivers. • Connect the printer to the computer. • Load paper and install the toner or ink cartridge. • See your printer Owner's Manual for...
Owner's Manual - Page 25
... on the computer and the printer. The
USB connectors fit only one way.
USB connector on computer
USB printer cable
USB connector on printer
3 Turn on the printer and then turn on the computer. If the Add New Hardware Wizard window appears, click Cancel.
4 Install the printer driver if necessary. See the documentation that came with your printer.
Power Protection Devices
Several devices are...
Owner's Manual - Page 31
... to Copy a CD or DVD
NOTE: If you have a DVD/CD-RW combo drive and you experience recording problems, check for available software patches at the Sonic support website at www.sonic.com. Currently, five DVD-writable disc formats are available: DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, and DVD-RAM. The DVD-writable drives installed in Dell™ computers can...
Owner's Manual - Page 32
... played only on MP3 players or on computers that have MP3 software installed.
• Do not burn a blank CD-R or CD-RW to its maximum capacity; for example, do not copy a 650-MB file to a 650-MB blank CD. The CD-RW drive needs 1 or 2 MB of the blank CD to finalize the recording.
• Use a blank...
Owner's Manual - Page 53
...174; Windows® XP
Your wireless network card requires specific software and drivers in order to connect to a network. The software is already installed. If the software is removed or corrupted, follow the instructions included in the user's guide for your wireless network card. The user's guide is available on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. When you turn on your computer, a pop...
Owner's Manual - Page 57
... for all devices from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of the screen. The device list may not display the names of all the components installed on your computer or all devices attached to your computer.
Allows you to customize the test by changing the test settings.
4 When...
Owner's Manual - Page 64
... hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. Then restart your computer.
A program stops responding
END THE PROGRAM - 1 Press simultaneously. 2 Click Applications. 3 Click the program that is no longer responding. 4 Click End Task.
A program crashes repeatedly
NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on a floppy disk or...
Owner's Manual - Page 65
... Internet, your computer might be infected with spyware. Use an anti-virus program that includes anti-spyware protection (your program may require an upgrade) to scan the computer and remove spyware. For more information, go to support.dell.com and search for the keyword spyware.
R U N T H E D E L L D I A G N O S T I C S - If all tests run successfully, the error condition is related to a software...
Owner's Manual - Page 74
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Drivers
What Is a Driver?
A driver is a program that controls a device such as a printer, mouse, or keyboard. All devices require a driver program. A driver acts like a translator between the device and any other programs that use the device. Each device has its own set of specialized commands that only its driver recognizes. Dell ships your computer to you with ...
Owner's Manual - Page 75
... the new driver. See "Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore" on page 76.
Manually Reinstalling Drivers 1 After copying the required driver files to your hard drive, click the Start button and right-click My Computer. 2 Click Properties. 3 Click the Hardware tab and click Device Manager. 4 Double-click the type of device for which you are installing the driver (for example, Modems or Infrared...
Owner's Manual - Page 76
... may not apply if you set your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view.
Creating a Restore Point
1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Click the task for System Restore. 3 Follow the instructions on the screen.
Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State
If problems occur after you install a device driver, use Device Driver Rollback (see page 75...
Owner's Manual - Page 77
... button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click the System Restore tab. 5 Ensure that Turn off System Restore is unchecked.
Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec
NOTICE: Using Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any applications or drivers installed after you received your computer. If possible...
Owner's Manual - Page 79
... operating system, you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other software.
NOTICE: The Operating System CD provides options for reinstalling Windows XP. The options can overwrite files and possibly affect programs installed on your hard drive. Therefore, do not reinstall Windows XP unless a Dell technical support representative instructs you to do so. 1 Save and...
Owner's Manual - Page 80
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3 Restart the computer. 4 Press immediately after the DELL™ logo appears.
If the operating system logo appears, wait until you see the Windows desktop, and then shut down the computer and try again.
5 Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation.
Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities
If a device is either not detected during...
Owner's Manual - Page 81
... or-if purchased separately-installed by performing the
removal procedure in reverse order.
Recommended Tools
The procedures in this document may require the following tools: • Small flat-blade screwdriver • Phillips screwdriver • Small plastic scribe • Flash BIOS update program (see the Dell Support website at support.dell.com)
Turning Off Your Computer
NOTICE: To avoid...
Owner's Manual - Page 106
... of system setup.
NOTE: To change the boot sequence on a one-time-only basis, see "Performing a One-Time Boot" on page 107.
The Boot Order page displays a general list of the bootable devices that may be installed in your computer, including but not limited to the following: • Diskette Drive • Internal HDD • USB Storage Device • CD...
Owner's Manual - Page 107
... by the original manufacturer, including those purchased and/or installed through Dell Software and Peripherals, Readyware, and Custom Factory Integration2.
1 Repair services are provided pursuant to the terms and conditions of your limited warranty and any optional support service contract purchased with the computer.
2 All Dell-standard components included in a Custom Factory Integration (CFI...
Owner's Manual - Page 129
... support policy, 107 support site, 11
Dell Diagnostics, 55
Dell Premier Support website, 9, 11
device status lights description, 14
diagnostics Dell, 55
digital-video interface. See DVI
display description, 13-14 removing, 95
display latch description, 13
display settings for a TV enabling in Windows XP, 41
documentation help file, 9 online, 11 Setup Diagram, 9 System Information Guide, 9
drivers...