Dell Inspiron 8200 Service Manual download pdf (Page 31)

Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 8200

Check the mouse cable—

Shut down the computer. Disconnect the mouse cable and check it for damage. For PS/2

cables, check the cable connector for bent or broken pins. Firmly reconnect the cable.

If you are using a mouse extension cable, disconnect it and connect the mouse directly to

the computer.

To verify that the problem is with the mouse, check the touch pad

1. Turn off the computer.

2. Disconnect the mouse.

3. Turn on the computer.

4. At the Windows desktop, use the touch pad to move the cursor around, select an

icon, and open it.

If the touch pad operates correctly, the mouse may be defective.

Reinstall the touch pad driver—

See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities."

External Keyboard Problems

HINT: When you attach an external keyboard, the integrated keyboard remains fully

functional.

Check the keyboard cable—

Shut down the computer. Disconnect the keyboard cable and check it for damage. For

PS/2 cables, check the cable connector for bent or broken pins. Firmly reconnect the cable.

If you are using a keyboard extension cable, disconnect it and connect the keyboard

directly to the computer.

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Dell Inspiron 8200 Service Manual Page 31