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...only) l Safety instructions l Regulatory information l Ergonomics information l End User License Agreement
l How to remove and replace parts l Specifications l How to configure system settings l How to troubleshoot and solve problems
NOTE: This document is available as a PDF at support.dell.com. Dell™ Product Information Guide
Dell Precision™ User's Guide Microsoft Windows XP Help and...
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... for your operating system and support for Dell™ 3.5-inch USB floppy drives, Intel® 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.
Dell Support Website - support.dell.com NOTE: Select your region...
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... containing capacitors. driver - Software that allows the operating system to control a device such as a printer. Many devices do not work properly if the correct driver is not installed in the computer. DSL - Digital Subscriber Line - A technology that provides a constant, high-speed Internet connection through an analog telephone line. dual display mode - A display setting that allows you...
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...speed of the processor.
serial connector - An I/O port often used to connect devices such as a handheld digital device or digital camera to your computer.
Service Tag - A bar code label on your computer that identifies your computer when you access Dell Support at support.dell.com or when you call Dell for customer service or technical support.
setup program - A program that is used to install and...
User Guide - Page 29
... of colors and resolution that a program displays depends on the capabilities of the monitor, the video controller and its drivers, and the amount of video memory installed in the computer. S-video TV-out - A connector used to attach a TV or digital audio device to the computer. SXGA - super-extended graphics array - A video standard for video cards and controllers that supports resolutions up to...
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...The background pattern or picture on the Windows desktop. Change your wallpaper through the Windows Control Panel. You can also scan in your favorite picture and make it wallpaper. WLAN - wireless local area network. A series of interconnected computers that communicate with each other over the air waves using access points or wireless routers to provide Internet access. write-protected - Files or...
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Using Multimedia
Dell Precision™ M90 User's Guide Playing CDs or DVDs Adjusting the Volume Adjusting the Picture Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device
Playing CDs or DVDs
NOTICE: Do not press down on the CD or DVD tray when you open or close it. Keep the tray closed when you are not using the drive. NOTICE...
User Guide - Page 56
...Wireless Network Device Manager
Depending on the software installed on your computer, different wireless configuration utilities may manage your network devices: l Your wireless network card's client utility l The Windows XP operating system
To determine which wireless configuration utility is managing your wireless network card:
1. Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control...
User Guide - Page 74
... download it from support.dell.com.
1. To install the TPM software, run the setup.exe file: Follow the instructions to install the Broadcom Secure Foundation software.
2. To enable the TPM software: c. Restart the computer and press during the Power On Self Test to enter the system setup program. d. Open the Security menu in system setup. e. Select the TPM Security menu option and press . f. Set...
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... Software
Dell Precision™ M90 User's Guide Drivers Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Restoring Your Operating System
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...
User Guide - Page 79
... CD directory on the driver information window to display the files associated with that driver.
Manually Reinstalling Drivers
NOTE: If you are reinstalling an infrared sensor driver, you must first enable the infrared sensor in system setup before continuing with the driver installation. See System Setup Program.
1. After extracting the driver files to your hard drive as described in the previous...
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... were installed during assembly of the computer. Use the Drivers and Utilities CD to load any required drivers, including the drivers required if your computer has a RAID controller.
Reinstalling Windows XP
The reinstallation process can take 1 to 2 hours to complete. After you reinstall the operating system, you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other software...
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Troubleshooting
Dell Precision™ M90 User's Guide
Dell Technical Update Service Dell Diagnostics Dell Support Utility Drive Problems E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems Error Messages ExpressCard Problems IEEE 1394 Device Problems Keyboard Problems
Lockups and Software Problems Memory Problems Network Problems Power Problems Printer Problems Scanner Problems Sound and ...
User Guide - Page 94
... to manually check your computing environment, view frequently asked questions, access the help file for the Dell Support Utility, and
view Dell Support settings.
For more information about the Dell Support Utility, click the question mark (?) at the top of the Dell Support screen.
Drive Problems
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in...
User Guide - Page 102
... 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.
Run the Dell Diagnostics - See Dell Diagnostics. If all tests run successfully, the error condition is related to a software problem.
Memory Problems
Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist (see Diagnostics...
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... NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found at support.dell.com.
Dell™ Product Information Guide
• How to remove and replace parts • Specifications • How to configure system settings • How to troubleshoot and solve problems
Dell Precision™ User's Guide
Microsoft Windows XP Help and Support Center 1 Click Start→ Help and Support→ Dell User...
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... 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, select your region or business segment, and enter your Service Tag.
2 Select Drivers & Downloads...
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...Here
Dell Support Utility
The Dell Support Utility is an automated upgrade and notification system installed on your computer. This support provides real-time health scans of your computing environment, software updates, and relevant self-support information. Access the Dell Support Utility from the icon in the taskbar. For more information, see "Dell Support Utility" in your User's Guide.
Windows...
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... your computer. • Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run the software.
See the software documentation for information. • Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program.
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NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on Dell computers.
NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD is optional and may not ship with your computer. Enter system setup, review your computer's configuration information, and ensure that the device you want to test displays in system setup and is active. Start the Dell Diagnostics from either your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities...