Dell Inspiron 600m User Manual

www.dell.com | support.dell.comDell™ Inspiron™ 600mOwner’s ManualModel PP05L

10 A Tour of Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comDEVICE STATUS LIGHTSTurns on when you turn on the computer and blinks when the computer is in

100 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.com• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Appendix 101Country (City)International Access Code Country CodeCity CodeDepartment Name or Service Area,Website and E-Mail AddressArea Codes,Local Nu

102 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comAustria (Vienna)International Access Code: 900Country Code: 43City Code: 1Website: support.euro.dell.comE-m

Appendix 103BruneiCountry Code: 673Customer Technical Support (Penang, Malaysia)604 633 4966Customer Service (Penang, Malaysia)604 633 4949Transaction

104 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comChina (Xiamen)Country Code: 86City Code: 592Technical Support website: support.dell.com.cnTechnical Support

Appendix 105Czech Republic (Prague)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 420Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail: [email protected] Su

106 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comFrance (Paris) (Montpellier)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 33City Codes: (1) (4)Website: suppor

Appendix 107GreeceInternational Access Code: 00Country Code: 30Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail: support.euro.dell.com/gr/en/emaildell/Technical S

108 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comIreland (Cherrywood)International Access Code: 16Country Code: 353City Code: 1Website: support.euro.dell.co

Appendix 109Japan (Kawasaki)International Access Code: 001Country Code: 81City Code: 44Website: support.jp.dell.comTechnical Support (servers)toll-fre

A Tour of Your Computer 11If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the light operates as follows:– Solid green: The battery is charging

110 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comLatin America Customer Technical Support (Austin, Texas, U.S.A.)512 728-4093Customer Service (Austin, Texas

Appendix 111MexicoInternational Access Code: 00Country Code: 52Customer Technical Support001-877-384-8979or 001-877-269-3383Sales50-81-8800or 01-800-8

112 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comNicaragua General Support001-800-220-1006Norway (Lysaker)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 47Websi

Appendix 113Singapore (Singapore)International Access Code: 005Country Code: 65Website: support.ap.dell.comTechnical Support (Dimension, Inspiron, and

114 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comSpain (Madrid)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 34City Code: 91Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mai

Appendix 115Tai wa nInternational Access Code: 002Country Code: 886Website: support.ap.dell.comE-mail: [email protected] Support (OptiPlex,

116 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comU.K. (Bracknell)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 44City Code: 1344Website: support.euro.dell.comC

Appendix 117U.S.A. (Austin, Texas)International Access Code: 011Country Code: 1Automated Order-Status Servicetoll-free: 1-800-433-9014AutoTech (portab

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Index 119IndexAair ventsdescription, 12, 18system view, 12, 18audio connectorsdescription, 13system view, 13Bbatterycharge gauge, 30charging, 32checki

12 A Tour of Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comThe green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following:Left Side ViewAIR VENTS —

120 Index120 IndexHhard drivedescription, 14, 19preventing damage, 87replacing, 86system view, 14, 19hardwaredrivers, 73Hardware Troubleshooter, 78hel

Index 121problemsrestore to previous state, 75programscrashes, 71fixing problems, 71not responding, 71Rreinstallingdrivers, 74Windows XP, 75Restoring,

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A Tour of Your Computer 13SMART CARD SLOT — Supports one smart card. For more information, see the Dell Inspiron help file. To access the help file, s

14 A Tour of Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comHARD DRIVE — Stores software and data.SECURITY CABLE SLOT — Lets you attach a commercially av

A Tour of Your Computer 15MODULE BAY — You can install devices such as an optical drive or a Dell TravelLite™ module in the module bay. For more infor

16 A Tour of Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comUSB CONNECTORSS-VIDEO TV-OUT CONNECTORMODEM CONNECTOR (RJ-11) Connect USB devices, such as a

A Tour of Your Computer 17NETWORK CONNECTOR (RJ-45) NOTICE: The network connector is slightly larger than the modem connector. To avoid damaging the c

18 A Tour of Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comAC ADAPTER CONNECTOR — Attach an AC adapter to the computer.The AC adapter converts AC power

A Tour of Your Computer 19Bottom ViewMEMORY MODULE COVER — Covers the compartment that contains the memory module(s). See "Adding Memory" on

Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates

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Setting Up Your Computer 21Setting Up Your ComputerConnecting to the Internet NOTE: ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country.To connect to the Internet

22 Setting Up Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.com4In the next window, click the appropriate option:• If you do not have an ISP and want to se

Setting Up Your Computer 23TURN OFF CALL WAITING (CATCH-PHONE)—See your telephone directory for instructions on deactivating this feature. Then adjus

24 Setting Up Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comConnecting a Parallel Printer1Complete the operating system setup, if you have not already d

Setting Up Your Computer 25Connecting a USB Printer NOTE: You can connect USB devices while the computer is turned on.1Complete the operating system

26 Setting Up Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comSetting Up the Docking Device to Connect to a Network NOTE: A network adapter is also refer

Setting Up Your Computer 27Uninterruptible Power Supplies NOTICE: Loss of power while data is being saved to the hard drive may result in data loss o

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Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices 29Using Batteries and Module Bay DevicesUsing a BatteryBattery Performance CAUTION: Before you begin any of th

Contents 3Contents1 A Tour of Your ComputerFront View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Left Side View . . .

30 Using Batteries and Module Bay Deviceswww.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may increase the risk of fire or chemical bur

Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices 31Health GaugeThe battery operating time is largely determined by the number of times it is charged. After hund

32 Using Batteries and Module Bay Deviceswww.dell.com | support.dell.comCharging the Battery NOTE: The AC adapter charges a completely discharged bat

Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices 33Installing a Battery CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, read the safety instru

34 Using Batteries and Module Bay Deviceswww.dell.com | support.dell.comRemoving and Installing a Reserve Battery CAUTION: Before you begin any of th

Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices 354Connect the reserve battery cable to the connector in the reserve battery compartment.5Place the reserve bat

36 Using Batteries and Module Bay Deviceswww.dell.com | support.dell.comIf the battery status light rapidly flashes orange, the battery may be defecti

Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices 37Removing and Installing Devices While the Computer Is Turned Off CAUTION: Before you begin any of the proced

38 Using Batteries and Module Bay Deviceswww.dell.com | support.dell.com2Pull the device by the latch release to remove the device from the module bay

Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices 395Pull the device by the latch release to remove the device from the module bay.6Insert the new device into th

4 Contents3 Using Batteries and Module Bay DevicesUsing a Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Battery Perfo

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FILE LOCATION: C:\data\Temp\Benz\T8109c42.fmDELL CONFIDENTIAL – PRELIMINARY 4/27/05 – FOR PROOF ONLYLast Updated - 3/23/2005 Using the Keyboard and T

42 Using the Keyboard and Touch Padwww.dell.com | support.dell.comFILE LOCATION: C:\data\Temp\Benz\T8109c42.fmDELL CONFIDENTIAL – PRELIMINARY 4/27/05

Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 43FILE LOCATION: C:\data\Temp\Benz\T8109c42.fmDELL CONFIDENTIAL – PRELIMINARY 4/27/05 – FOR PROOF ONLYPower Manageme

44 Using the Keyboard and Touch Padwww.dell.com | support.dell.comFILE LOCATION: C:\data\Temp\Benz\T8109c42.fmDELL CONFIDENTIAL – PRELIMINARY 4/27/05

Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 45FILE LOCATION: C:\data\Temp\Benz\T8109c42.fmDELL CONFIDENTIAL – PRELIMINARY 4/27/05 – FOR PROOF ONLYCustomizing th

46 Using the Keyboard and Touch Padwww.dell.com | support.dell.comFILE LOCATION: C:\data\Temp\Benz\T8109c42.fmDELL CONFIDENTIAL – PRELIMINARY 4/27/05

Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia 47Using CDs, DVDs, and Other MultimediaUsing CDs and DVDsFor information about using CDs and DVDs in your comput

48 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimediawww.dell.com | support.dell.comIf you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, or DVD drive tray1Ensure that the computer i

Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia 49TEST THE SPEAKERS — Plug the speaker audio cable into the line-out connector on the computer. Ensure that the

Contents 55 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other MultimediaUsing CDs and DVDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47CD and DVD Probl

50 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimediawww.dell.com | support.dell.comUsing Blank CD-Rs and CD-RWsYour CD-RW drive can write to two different types o

Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia 51The audio connector on the side of the computer enables you to connect the computer to your television or audi

52 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimediawww.dell.com | support.dell.com3Plug the other end of the S-video cable into your television.4Plug the single-

Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia 53Composite Video ConnectionTo connect the computer to a television that has a composite video input only, Dell

54 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimediawww.dell.com | support.dell.com1Turn off the computer and the television and/or audio device you want to conne

Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia 55Enabling the Display Settings for a TelevisionATI Video Controller NOTE: Ensure that you properly connect the

56 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimediawww.dell.com | support.dell.com

Setting Up a Home and Office Network 57Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkConnecting to a Network AdapterBefore you connect your computer to a networ

58 Setting Up a Home and Office Networkwww.dell.com | support.dell.comNetwork Setup WizardThe Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides a Netwo

Setting Up a Home and Office Network 59Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft® Windows® XPYour wireless network card requires specific software

6 ContentsVideo and Display Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66If the display is blank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

60 Setting Up a Home and Office Networkwww.dell.com | support.dell.com2Click to select the network you want to configure, and then click Connect or do

Setting Up a Home and Office Network 61Thereafter, whenever you log on to your computer in the area of the wireless network, the same pop-up notifies

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Solving Problems 63Solving ProblemsFinding SolutionsSometimes it’s difficult to figure out where to go for answers. Use this chart to quickly find the

64 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comSee page 66.See page 48.See page 25.See page 22.See page 68.See page 58.See page 45.See page 71.See

Solving Problems 65Accessing HelpError MessagesIf the message is not listed, see the documentation for the operating system or the program that was ru

66 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comVideo and Display ProblemsIf the display is blank NOTE: If you are using a program that requires a

Solving Problems 67If the display is difficult to readCONNECT THE COMPUTER DIRECTLY TO AN ELECTRICAL OUTLET — Bypass power protection devices, power

68 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comIf only part of the display is readable Scanner Problems NOTE: If you can connect to your Internet

Solving Problems 69ENSURE THAT THE DISK IS NOT WRITE-PROTECTED — You cannot save data to a write-protected disk. See the following figure.TRY ANOTHE

Contents 79 AppendixSpecifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89Standard Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . .

70 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comIf you have problems with a hard drivePC Card ProblemsALLOW THE COMPUTER TO COOL BEFORE TURNING IT O

Solving Problems 71General Program ProblemsA program crashes NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on a f

72 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.com6Wipe off the battery and put it in a safe place to dry.7Remove the hard drive (see "Replacing

Solving Problems 73Resolving Other Technical ProblemsDriversWhat Is a Driver?A driver is a program that controls a device such as a printer, mouse, or

74 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comIdentifying DriversIf you experience a problem with any device, identify whether the driver is the s

Solving Problems 75Manually Reinstalling Drivers for Windows XP NOTE: If you are reinstalling an infrared sensor driver, you must first enable the i

76 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comCreating a Restore Point1Click the Start button and click Help and Support.2Click System Restore.3Fo

Solving Problems 77Enabling System RestoreIf you reinstall Windows XP with less than 200 MB of free hard-disk space available, System Restore is autom

78 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.com6When prompted, click Yes.The computer restarts. Because the computer is restored to its original op

Solving Problems 793Click the Hardware tab and click Device Manager.4In the Device Manager list, check for conflicts with the other devices.Conflicts

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Adding and Replacing Parts 81Adding and Replacing PartsAdding MemoryYou can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system b

82 Adding and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the

Adding and Replacing Parts 839Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical outlet.10Turn on t

84 Adding and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.com6Turn the computer over, and remove the screw from the Mini PCI card cover.7Place your fin

Adding and Replacing Parts 858If a Mini PCI card is not already installed, go to step 9. If you are replacing a Mini PCI card, remove the existing car

86 Adding and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.comReplacing the Hard Drive CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from the computer when the

Adding and Replacing Parts 877Turn the computer over so that it is upright. NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protectiv

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Appendix 89AppendixSpecificationsMicroprocessorMicroprocessor type Intel®L1 cache 32 KB (internal)L2 cache:1.3 GHz to 1.7 GHz 1MB1.8 GHz and above 2MB

A Tour of Your Computer 9A Tour of Your ComputerFront ViewDISPLAY — For more information about your display, see the Dell Inspiron help file. To acces

90 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comSmart Card NOTE: Depending on your computer’s configuration, the smart card slot may not be available.Read/w

Appendix 91S-video TV-out 7-pin mini-DIN connector (optional S-video to composite video adapter cable)Mini PCI Type IIIA Mini PCI card slotModem RJ-11

92 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comInterfaces:InternalAC’97Externalmicrophone miniconnector, stereo headphones/speakers miniconnectorSpeaker tw

Appendix 93KeyboardNumber of keys 87 (U.S. and Canada); 88 (Europe); 91 (Japan)Key travel 2.7 mm ± 0.3 mm (0.11 inch ± 0.016 inch)Key spacing 19.05 mm

94 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comAC AdapterInput voltage 90–264 VACInput current (maximum) 1.7 AInput frequency 47–63 HzOutput current 5.5 A

Appendix 95Standard Settings NOTICE: Unless you are an expert computer user or are directed to do so by Dell technical support, do not change the set

96 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comThe screens display such information as:• System configuration• Boot order• Boot (start-up) configuration an

Appendix 97Performing a One-Time BootYou can set a one-time-only boot sequence without entering the system setup program. (You can also use this proce

98 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comAfter you enable the infrared sensor, you can use it to establish a link to an infrared device. To set up an

Appendix 99FCC Notices (U.S. Only)Most Dell computers are classified by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) as Class B digital devices. To det