Dell PP26L User Manual

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10 ContentsSound and Speaker Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143No sound from integrated speakers. . . . . . . . 143No sound from external spea

100 Setting Up and Using NetworksSetting Up a Network in the Microsoft® Windows® XP Operating System1Click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ Communica

Setting Up and Using Networks 101Wireless Local Area NetworkA wireless local area network (WLAN) is a series of interconnected computers that communic

102 Setting Up and Using NetworksIf Wireless Network Connection appears, you have a wireless network card. To view detailed information about the wire

Setting Up and Using Networks 1038Insert a network cable into the network (RJ-45) connector on the unpowered broadband modem.9Connect the other end of

104 Setting Up and Using NetworksThis section provides general procedures for connecting to a network using wireless technology. Specific network name

Setting Up and Using Networks 105For specific information about the wireless configuration utility installed on your computer, see your wireless netwo

106 Setting Up and Using NetworksMobile Broadband (or Wireless Wide Area Network)A Mobile Broadband network, also known as a Wireless Wide Area Networ

Setting Up and Using Networks 107Checking Your Dell Mobile Broadband CardDepending on what you selected when you purchased your computer, the computer

108 Setting Up and Using Networks3Follow the instructions on the screen to manage the network connection with the utility.oraClick Start→ All Programs

Setting Up and Using Networks 109To scan for a wireless network, slide and hold the wireless switch in the momentary position for a few seconds. The W

Contents 1114 Adding and Replacing Parts . . . . . . . . . 163Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163Recommended Tools. . . .

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Securing Your Computer 111Securing Your ComputerSecurity Cable Lock NOTE: Your computer does not ship with a security cable lock.A security cable loc

112 Securing Your ComputerWhen using passwords, observe the following guidelines:• Choose a password that you can remember, but not one that is easy t

Securing Your Computer 113• Contact Dell customer service to report the missing computer. Provide the computer Service Tag, the case number, and the n

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Troubleshooting 115TroubleshootingDell Technical Update ServiceThe Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e-mail notification of software an

116 Troubleshooting NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, see "Contacting Dell" on page 201.1Ensure that the computer is co

Troubleshooting 117Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media1Insert your Drivers and Utilities media.2Shut down and restart t

118 TroubleshootingDell Diagnostics Main MenuAfter the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for the option you wa

Troubleshooting 119For any problem encountered during a test, a message appears with an error code and a description of the problem. Write down the er

12 ContentsInternal Card with Bluetooth® Wireless Technology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182Removing a Mobile Broadband or WWAN Card. .

120 TroubleshootingDell Support CenterThe Dell Support Center provides service, support, and system-specific information. To obtain detailed informati

Troubleshooting 121• Access the Dell Support 3 help file.• View frequently asked questions.• Learn more about Dell Support 3.• Turn Dell Support 3 off

122 TroubleshootingDell PC CheckupDell PC Checkup is a troubleshooting and diagnostic tool that provides customized scanning and testing of your Dell

Troubleshooting 123To begin a live session with a Dell associate:1Click the Dell Support Center icon on your computer’s desktop.2Click Assistance Fr

124 TroubleshootingOptical drive problems NOTE: High-speed optical drive vibration is normal and may cause noise, which does not indicate a defect in

Troubleshooting 1254Click Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors and click Start.Windows Vista: 1Click Start and click Computer.2Right-click Lo

126 Troubleshooting• If you have other telephone devices sharing the line, such as an answering machine, fax machine, surge protector, or line splitte

Troubleshooting 127SCAN THE COMPUTER FOR SPYWARE — If you are experiencing slow computer performance, you frequently receive pop-up advertisements, or

128 TroubleshootingDRIVE NOT READY — The operation requires a hard drive in the bay before it can continue. Install a hard drive in the hard drive bay

Troubleshooting 129down the computer, reinstall the hard drive, and restart the computer. If the problem persists, try another drive. Run the Hard Dis

Contents 13Problems With Your Order . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198Returning Items fo

130 TroubleshootingMEMORY ALLOCATION ERROR — The software you are attempting to run is conflicting with the operating system, another program, or a ut

Troubleshooting 131Windows XP:1Click Start→ Control Panel→ Add or Remove Programs→ Programs and Features.2Select the program you want to remove.3Click

132 TroubleshootingTIME-OF-DAY NOT SET-PLEASE RUN THE SYS T E M SETUP PROGRAM — The time or date stored in the system setup program does not match the

Troubleshooting 133IEEE 1394 Device Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the P

134 TroubleshootingIf you are using a keyboard extension cable, disconnect it and connect the keyboard directly to the computer.CHECK THE EXTERNAL KEY

Troubleshooting 135Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in t

136 TroubleshootingA program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating systemRUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD —Windows XP:The Progr

Troubleshooting 137CANNOT PLAY SOME MEDIA FILES — Because Dell MediaDirect provides access to media files outside the Windows operating system environ

138 Troubleshooting(your program may require an upgrade) to scan the computer and remove spyware. For more information, go to support.dell.com and sea

Troubleshooting 139Network ProblemsFill out the "Diagnostics Checklist" on page 200 as you complete these checks. CAUTION: Before you begin

14 ContentsGlossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241

140 Troubleshooting•No card detected — Restart the computer, and launch the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility again. •Check your WWAN service — Conta

Troubleshooting 141TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET — Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp.CHEC

142 TroubleshootingVERIFY THAT THE PRINTER IS RECOGNIZED BY WINDOWS —Windows XP:1Click Start→ Control Panel→ Printers and Other Hardware→ View install

Troubleshooting 1431Click Start→ Control Panel→ Printers and Other Hardware→ Scanners and Cameras.2If your scanner is listed, Windows recognizes the s

144 TroubleshootingDISCONNECT HEADPHONES FROM THE HEADPHONE CONNECTOR — Sound from the speakers is automatically disabled when headphones are connecte

Troubleshooting 145Touch Pad or Mouse ProblemsCHECK THE TOUCH PAD SETTINGS —Windows XP:1Click Start→ Control Panel→ Mouse. 2Adjust the settings, as ne

146 TroubleshootingVideo and Display ProblemsFill out the "Diagnostics Checklist" on page 200 as you complete these checks. CAUTION: Before

Troubleshooting 147ADJUST THE WINDOWS DISPLAY SETTINGS —Windows XP:1Click Start→ Control Panel→ Appearance and Themes.2Click the area you want to cha

148 TroubleshootingDell ships your computer to you with required drivers already installed—no further installation or configuration is needed. NOTE:

Troubleshooting 149Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your Drivers and Utilities media provi

Finding Information 15Finding Information NOTE: Some features may be optional and may not ship with your computer. Some features may not be available

150 TroubleshootingUsing the Drivers and Utilities MediaIf using Device Driver Rollback or System Restore (see "Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows

Troubleshooting 151Manually Reinstalling Drivers NOTE: If your computer has a Consumer IR port and you are reinstalling a Consumer IR driver, you mu

152 Troubleshooting7When the name of the appropriate driver appears, click the name of the driver→ OK→ Next.8Click Finish and restart your computer.Tr

Troubleshooting 153Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows Vista™ Operating SystemYou can restore your Windows Vista operating system in the following ways:

154 TroubleshootingCreating a Restore PointYou can either automatically or manually create a restore point from the Windows Vista Back Up and Restore

Troubleshooting 1557Click Next→ Finish.8When prompted, click Yes.9After System Restore finishes collecting data, the computer restarts.10After the com

156 Troubleshooting NOTE: You must press the <F8> key before the Windows logo appears on the screen. If you press <F8> after the Windows

Troubleshooting 157 NOTE: Your Drivers and Utilities media contains drivers that were installed during assembly of the computer. Use your Drivers and

158 TroubleshootingRestoring Your Microsoft® Windows® XP Operating System• System Restore returns your computer to an earlier operating state without

Troubleshooting 1592Click either Restore my computer to an earlier time or Create a restore point.3Click Next and follow the remaining prompts on the

16 Finding Information• Warranty information• Terms and Conditions (U.S. only)• Safety instructions• Regulatory information• Ergonomics information• E

160 Troubleshootingdrive. Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos, music files, and so on. If possible, back up al

Troubleshooting 161drive space. If you remove PC Restore from the hard drive, you cannot ever recall it, and you will never be able to use PC Restore

162 TroubleshootingTo reinstall Windows, you need the following items:•Dell Operating System media•Dell Drivers and Utilities media NOTE: Your Driver

Adding and Replacing Parts 163Adding and Replacing PartsBefore You BeginThis chapter provides procedures for removing and installing the components in

164 Adding and Replacing PartsTurning Off Your Computer NOTICE: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open programs before

Adding and Replacing Parts 165 NOTICE: When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its strain-relief loop, not on the cable itself. Some

166 Adding and Replacing Parts8Turn the computer top-side up, open the display, and press the power button to ground the system board. 9Remove any ins

Adding and Replacing Parts 1675Remove the hard drive assembly by using the pull-tab. NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in

168 Adding and Replacing Parts6Remove the two screws securing the hard drive to the hard-drive bracket.7Slide the hard drive out of the hard-drive bra

Adding and Replacing Parts 169Optical Drive CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Pr

Finding Information 17• Service Tag and Express Service Code• Microsoft® Windows® Licence LabelService Tag and Microsoft Windows LicenceNOTE: Your com

170 Adding and Replacing PartsReplacing the Optical Drive1Slide the optical drive into the bay. 2Replace and tighten the locking screw.Central Control

Adding and Replacing Parts 171Removing the Central Control Cover1Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 163.2Open the display a

172 Adding and Replacing PartsKeyboardFor more information about the keyboard, see "Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad" on page 49. CAUTION:

Adding and Replacing Parts 173Replacing the Keyboard1Slide the keyboard cable into the keyboard connector.2Rotate the cable release lever downward to

174 Adding and Replacing PartsMemory CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product

Adding and Replacing Parts 175 NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the memory module securing clips.

176 Adding and Replacing PartsReplacing the Memory Module NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap

Adding and Replacing Parts 1773Replace the memory module cover and tighten the three screws.4Insert the battery into the battery bay or connect the AC

178 Adding and Replacing Parts4Remove the modem cable.5Remove the modem by using the pull-tab.6Install the replacement modem by pressing the modem int

Adding and Replacing Parts 179Subscriber Identity ModuleSubscriber Identity Modules (SIM) identify users uniquely through an International Mobile Subs

18 Finding Information• Solutions — Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from technicians, online courses, and frequently asked questions• Communi

180 Adding and Replacing PartsIf you ordered a wireless Mini-Card with your computer, the card is already installed. Your computer supports three type

Adding and Replacing Parts 1816Lift the WLAN card from the computer at a 45-degree angle.Replacing a WLAN Card NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to en

182 Adding and Replacing Parts3Connect the appropriate antenna cables to the WLAN card you are installing:If the WLAN card has two triangles on the la

Adding and Replacing Parts 1833Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the screw securing the Bluetooth card to the chassis. NOTICE: Be careful when rem

184 Adding and Replacing PartsRemoving a Mobile Broadband or WWAN Card NOTE: WWAN is also available on an ExpressCard (see "Using ExpressCards&q

Adding and Replacing Parts 185Replacing a WWAN Card NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the c

186 Adding and Replacing PartsFlash Cache ModuleThe Flash Cache Module (FCM), is an internal flash drive that helps improve the performance of your co

Adding and Replacing Parts 187Replacing the FCM NOTICE: When installing this card, ensure the two antenna cables are not under the card. The antenna

188 Adding and Replacing PartsCoin-Cell Battery CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in th

Adding and Replacing Parts 189 NOTE: The coin-cell battery is secured to the system board with double-sided tape.6Lift the coin-cell battery up and o

Finding Information 19• Software upgrades and troubleshooting hints — Frequently asked questions, hot topics, and general health of your computing env

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Dell™ QuickSet Features 191Dell™ QuickSet Features NOTE: This feature may not be available on your computer.Dell QuickSet provides you with easy acce

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Traveling With Your Computer 193Traveling With Your ComputerIdentifying Your Computer• Attach a name tag or business card to the computer.• Write down

194 Traveling With Your Computer• Protect the computer, the batteries, and the hard drive from hazards such as extreme temperatures and overexposure t

Getting Help 195Getting HelpObtaining Assistance CAUTION: If you need to remove the computer cover, first disconnect the computer power and modem cab

196 Getting HelpTechnical Support and Customer ServiceDell's support service is available to answer your questions about Dell™ hardware. Our supp

Getting Help [email protected] (Latin America and Caribbean countries only)[email protected] (Asian/Pacific countries only)• Dell Marketing

198 Getting HelpProduct InformationIf you need information about additional products available from Dell, or if you would like to place an order, visi

Getting Help 199Before You Call NOTE: Have your Express Service Code ready when you call. The code helps Dell’s automated-support telephone system di

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

20 Finding Information• Information on network activity, the Power Management Wizard, hotkeys, and other items controlled by Dell QuickSetDell QuickSe

200 Getting HelpDiagnostics ChecklistName:Date:Address:Phone number:Service Tag (bar code on the back or bottom of the computer):Express Service Code:

Getting Help 201Contacting Dell NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, pa

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Specifications 203Specifications NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start→

204 SpecificationsExpressCard connector one ExpressCard slot (54 mm)Cards supported ExpressCard/34 (34 mm) ExpressCard/54 (54 mm)1.5 V and 3.3 VExpres

Specifications 205Ports and ConnectorsAudio microphone connector, stereo headphone/speakers connectorIEEE 1394a 4-pin serial connectorConsumer IR sens

206 SpecificationsVideoVideo type: integrated on system boardVideo controllerIntel 965GM Express chipset for integrated graphicsVideo memoryup to 64 M

Specifications 207Internal speaker amplifier 2 Watts per channel into 4 ohmsVolume controls program menus, media control buttonsDisplayType (active-ma

208 SpecificationsControls brightness can be controlled through keyboard shortcuts (see "Display Functions" on page 50)KeyboardNumber of key

Specifications 209Voltage 11.1 VDCCharge time (approximate):Computer off4 hoursOperating time Battery operating time varies depending on operating con

Finding Information 21• How to reinstall my operating systemOperating System MediaThe operating system is already installed on your computer. To reins

210 SpecificationsDimensions (65 W):Height28.2 mm (1.11 in) Width57.9 mm (2.28 in) Depth137.2 mm (5.4 in) Weight (with cables)0.4 kg (0.9 lb) Dimensio

Specifications 211Maximum vibration (using a random vibration spectrum that simulates user environment):Operating0.66 GRMSStorage1.3 GRMSMaximum shock

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Appendix 213AppendixUsing the System Setup Program NOTE: Your operating system may automatically configure most of the options available in system se

214 AppendixViewing the System Setup Screen1Turn on (or restart) your computer.2When the DELL logo appears, press <F2> immediately.If you wait t

Appendix 215• USB Storage Device• CD/DVD/CD-RW drive• Modular bay HDD NOTE: Only devices that are preceded by a number are bootable.During the boot r

216 AppendixCleaning Your Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Pro

Appendix 217Touch Pad1Shut down and turn off your computer (see "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 164).2Disconnect any attached devices fr

218 AppendixMedia NOTICE: Always use compressed air to clean the lens in the optical drive, and follow the instructions that come with the compressed

Appendix 219Dell provides limited technical support for the computer and any "Dell-installed" software and peripherals1. Support for third-p

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220 AppendixThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harm

Appendix 221Macrovision Product NoticeThis product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectu

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Glossary 223GlossaryTerms in this Glossary are provided for informational purposes only and may or may not describe features included with your partic

224 GlossaryBIOS — basic input/output system — A program (or utility) that serves as an interface between the computer hardware and the operating syst

Glossary 225cache — A special high-speed storage mechanism which can be either a reserved section of main memory or an independent high-speed storage

226 GlossaryDDDR SDRAM — double-data-rate SDRAM — A type of SDRAM that doubles the data burst cycle, improving system performance.DDR2 SDRAM — double-

Glossary 227dual display mode — A display setting that allows you to use a second monitor as an extension of your display. Also referred to as extende

228 GlossaryExpress Service Code — A numeric code located on a sticker on your Dell™ computer. Use the Express Service Code when contacting Dell for a

Glossary 229GHz — gigahertz — A measurement of frequency that equals one thousand million Hz, or one thousand MHz. The speeds for computer processors,

About Your Computer 23About Your ComputerDetermining Your Computer’s ConfigurationBased on selections that you made when purchasing your computer, you

230 Glossaryinfrared sensor — A port that allows you to transfer data between the computer and infrared-compatible devices without using a cable conne

Glossary 231LED — light-emitting diode — An electronic component that emits light to indicate the status of the computer.local bus — A data bus that p

232 GlossaryMini-Card — A small card designed for integrated peripherals, such as communication NICs. The Mini-Card is functionally equivalent to a st

Glossary 233Ooptical drive — A drive that uses optical technology to read or write data from CDs, DVDs, or DVD+RWs. Example of optical drives include

234 Glossaryprocessor — A computer chip that interprets and executes program instructions. Sometimes the processor is referred to as the CPU (central

Glossary 235RPM — revolutions per minute — The number of rotations that occur per minute. Hard drive speed is often measured in rpm.RTC — real time cl

236 Glossarysmart card — A card that is embedded with a processor and a memory chip. Smart cards can be used to authenticate a user on computers equip

Glossary 237TTAPI — telephony application programming interface — Enables Windows programs to operate with a wide variety of telephony devices, includ

238 GlossaryUXGA — ultra extended graphics array — A video standard for video cards and controllers that supports resolutions up to 1600 x 1200.Vvideo

Glossary 239wallpaper — The background pattern or picture on the Windows desktop. Change your wallpaper through the Windows Control Panel. You can als

24 About Your ComputerFront View1 camera indicator 2 camera (optional)3 digital microphones (2) 4 display5 media control buttons 6 touch pad7 touch pa

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Index 241IndexNumerics8-in-1 memory card reader, 97Aaudio deviceconnecting, 76enabling, 90audio. See soundBbatterycharge gauge, 57charging, 61checking

242 Indexconnectingaudio device, 76Mobile Broadband network, 106TV, 76contacting Dell, 201copying CDsgeneral information, 71helpful tips, 72how to, 71

Index 243DVDabout, 71blank, 72drive problems, 124EEnd User License Agreement, 16ergonomics information, 16error messages, 127ExpressCard slotdescripti

244 Indexkeypadnumeric, 49LlabelsMicrosoft Windows, 17Service Tag, 17lost computer, 112Mmediaplaying, 67media control buttonsdescription, 25media memo

Index 245PPC Restore, 159phone numbers, 201powerhibernate mode, 59line conditioners, 45problems, 140protection devices, 45standby mode, 59surge protec

246 IndexRRAM. See memoryregulatory information, 16reinstallingWindows Vista, 157resolutionsetting, 47SS/PDIF digital audioenabling, 90Safely Remove H

Index 247toolbarsadjusting the size, 191touch pad, 52cleaning, 217customizing, 53touch pad buttonsdescription, 26track stick/touch pad buttonsdescript

248 IndexwizardsProgram Compatibility wizard, 136Windows Easy Transfer, 39WLAN, 180installing Mini Card, 179WWANinstalling, 184See also Mobile Broadba

About Your Computer 25CAMERA INDICATOR — Indicates camera ON/OFF status.CAMERA — Built-in camera for video capture, conferencing, and chat. Based on c

26 About Your ComputerTOUCH PAD — Provides the functionality of a mouse (see "Touch Pad" on page 52).TOUCH PAD BUTTONS — Use these buttons m

About Your Computer 27DEVICE STATUS LIGHTSThe lights located on the palm rest towards the front of the computer indicate the following:3 momentary Sca

28 About Your ComputerIf the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the light operates as follows:– Solid blue: The battery is charging.– Fl

About Your Computer 29Dell MediaDirect (see "Using Dell Media Experience™ and Dell MediaDirect™" on page 74).KEYBOARD STATUS LIGHTSThe blue

Contents 3Contents1 Finding Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 About Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Determining Your C

30 About Your ComputerLeft Side ViewSECURITY CABLE SLOT — Lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device to the computer (see "Securit

About Your Computer 31USB CONNECTORS EXPRESSCARD SLOT — Supports one ExpressCard. The computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the slot. For m

32 About Your ComputerS-VIDEO TV-OUT CONNECTORUSB CONNECTORSVIDEO CONNECTORBack ViewConnects your computer to a TV. Also connects digital audio-capabl

About Your Computer 33MODEM CONNECTOR (RJ-11)NETWORK CONNECTOR (RJ-45)Connects the telephone line to the modem connector.For information on using the

34 About Your ComputerBottom ViewBATTERY-BAY LATCH RELEASES — Releases the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 61 for instructions)

About Your Computer 35PROCESSOR AND THERMAL MODULE COVER — Covers the processor and thermal module.MEMORY MODULE/COIN-CELL/BLUETOOTH/MODEM BATTERY COM

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Setting Up Your Computer 37Setting Up Your ComputerConnecting to the Internet NOTE: ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country.To connect to the Internet

38 Setting Up Your ComputerSetting Up Your Internet ConnectionTo set up an Internet connection with a provided ISP desktop shortcut:1Save and close an

Setting Up Your Computer 396Click the appropriate option under How do you want to connect to the Internet?, and then click Next.7Use the setup informa

4 ContentsPower Protection Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45Surge Protectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45Line Conditioners. . . .

40 Setting Up Your Computer• Window sizes• Internet bookmarks You can transfer the data to the new computer over a network or serial connection, or yo

Setting Up Your Computer 41To copy data from the old computer:1On the old computer, insert the Windows XP Operating System media.2On the Welcome to Mi

42 Setting Up Your ComputerTo create a wizard disk, use your new computer with Windows XP and perform the following steps:1Open the Files and Settings

Setting Up Your Computer 432On the Where are the files and settings? screen, select the method you chose for transferring your settings and files and

44 Setting Up Your ComputerPrinter CableYour printer connects to your computer with a USB cable. Your printer may not come with a printer cable, so if

Setting Up Your Computer 453Turn on the printer, and then turn on the computer.4Install the printer driver if necessary. See "Reinstalling Driver

46 Setting Up Your Computer NOTICE: Most surge protectors do not protect against power fluctuations or power interruptions caused by nearby lightning

Using the Display 47Using the DisplayAdjusting BrightnessWhen a Dell™ computer is running on battery power, you can conserve power by setting the disp

48 Using the DisplayYou can enhance the legibility of text and change the appearance of images on the screen by adjusting display resolution. As you i

Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 49Using the Keyboard and Touch PadNumeric KeypadThe numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on an external k

Contents 56 Using a Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55Battery Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55Checking the Batte

50 Using the Keyboard and Touch PadKey CombinationsSystem FunctionsDisplay FunctionsBatteryPower ManagementMicrosoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions<C

Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 51Dell™ QuickSet Key CombinationsIf Dell QuickSet is installed, you can use other shortcut keys for functions such as

52 Using the Keyboard and Touch PadTouch PadThe touch pad detects the pressure and movement of your finger to allow you to move the cursor on the disp

Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 53Customizing the Touch PadYou can use the Mouse Properties window to disable the touch pad or adjust the touch pad s

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Using a Battery 55Using a BatteryBattery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell warranty for your computer, see the Product Information Gui

56 Using a BatteryYou can check the battery charge before you insert the battery into the computer. You can also set power management options to alert

Using a Battery 57The Battery Meter displays the status, battery health, charge level, and charge completion time for the battery in your computer. Fo

58 Using a BatteryLow-Battery Warning NOTICE: To avoid losing or corrupting data, save your work immediately after a low-battery warning, then connec

Using a Battery 59Power Management ModesStandby and Sleep ModeStandby mode (sleep mode in Microsoft Windows Vista™) conserves power by turning off the

6 Contents8 Using Multimedia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67Playing Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67Playing Media Using

60 Using a BatteryTo manually enter hibernate mode in Windows XP, click the Start button, click Turn off computer, press and hold <Shift>, and t

Using a Battery 61or•Click the icon in the notification area, click Power Options, and then select a plan in the Select a power plan window.Charging

62 Using a Battery NOTICE: If you choose to replace the battery with the computer in Sleep state, you have up to 1 minute to complete the battery rep

Using the Optional Camera 63Using the Optional CameraIf you ordered a camera when you bought your computer, the camera is integrated in the computer d

64 Using the Optional CameraManually Adjusting the Camera SettingsIf you do not want the camera to use automatic settings, you can manually adjust the

Using the Optional Camera 652To take a picture, click Take a Picture.To record a video, click Record a Video. Unless you designate a different locatio

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Using Multimedia 67Using MultimediaPlaying Media NOTICE: Do not press down on the optical drive tray when you open or close it. Keep the tray closed

68 Using MultimediaTo format media for storing or copying data, see the media software that came with your computer. NOTE: Ensure that you follow all

Using Multimedia 69Playing Media Using Dell Express Card Remote ControlThe Dell Express Card remote control is designed to control Dell Media Direct a

Contents 79 Using ExpressCards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93ExpressCard Blanks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93Installing an ExpressC

70 Using Multimedia5 OK/Enter/Select 6 Arrow Right7 Arrow Down 8 Play/Pause9 Forward 10 Skip Forward11 Stop 12 Skip Back13 Reverse 14 Back15 Arrow Lef

Using Multimedia 71Copying CD and DVD MediaThis section applies only to computers that have a DVD+/-RW drive. NOTE: Ensure that you observe all copyr

72 Using MultimediaUsing Blank CD and DVD MediaDVD-writable drives can write to both CD and DVD recording media.Use blank CD-Rs to record music or per

Using Multimedia 73• 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 blank 650-MB CD. The CD-RW

74 Using MultimediaAdjusting the PictureIf an error message notifies you that the current resolution and color depth are using too much memory and pre

Using Multimedia 75If the computer is turned on or in standby or sleep modeIf you press the Dell MediaDirect button while the computer is turned on or

76 Using MultimediaDell MediaDirect and Dell Media Experience HelpThe Dell media application on your computer provides help information. When you laun

Using Multimedia 77If you want to connect your computer to a TV or audio device, it is recommended that you connect video and audio cables to your com

78 Using MultimediaS-Video and Standard Audio 1 audio connector 2 S-video TV-out connector1 standard S-video cable 2 standard audio cable1212book.book

Using Multimedia 791Turn off the computer and the TV and/or audio device that you want to connect. NOTE: If your TV or audio device supports S-video

8 ContentsMobile Broadband (or Wireless Wide Area Network). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106What You Need to Establish a MobileBro

80 Using MultimediaS-Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio1 S-video TV-out connector 2 composite video adapter1 composite video adapter 2 S-video cable3 S/PD

Using Multimedia 811Turn off the computer and the TV and/or the audio device that you want to connect.2Connect the composite video adapter to the S-vi

82 Using MultimediaComposite Video and Standard Audio1 audio input connector 2 S-video TV-out connector3 composite video adapter1 composite video adap

Using Multimedia 831Turn off the computer and the TV and/or audio device that you want to connect.2Connect the composite video adapter to the S-video

84 Using MultimediaComposite Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio1 S-video TV-out connector 2 composite video adapter1 composite video adapter 2 composite v

Using Multimedia 851Turn off the computer and the TV and/or audio device that you want to connect.2Connect the composite video adapter to the S-video

86 Using MultimediaComponent Video and Standard Audio1 S-video TV-out connector 2 component video adapter 1 component video adapter 2 component video

Using Multimedia 871Turn off the computer and the TV and/or audio device that you want to connect.2Connect the component video adapter to the S-video

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Using Multimedia 891Turn off the computer and the TV and/or audio device that you want to connect.2Connect the component video adapter to the S-video

Contents 9E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems . . . . . . . . 125Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127ExpressCard Problems

90 Using Multimedia4Plug all three connectors from the other end of the component video cable into the component video-input connectors on the TV. Mak

Using Multimedia 91Enabling the Display Settings for a TV NOTE: To ensure that the display options appear correctly, connect the TV to the computer b

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Using ExpressCards 93Using ExpressCardsExpressCards provide additional memory, wired and wireless communications, multimedia and security features. Fo

94 Using ExpressCardsRemove the blank before installing an ExpressCard. To remove the blank, see "Removing an ExpressCard or Blank" on page

Using ExpressCards 95The computer recognizes the ExpressCard and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. If the configuration program tells

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Using the Memory Card Reader 97Using the Memory Card ReaderThe memory card reader provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos,

98 Using the Memory Card Reader CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Inform

Setting Up and Using Networks 99Setting Up and Using NetworksSetting up a computer network provides connectivity between your computer and the Interne