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3 Click Properties and click Ports.
4 Adjust the settings, as needed.
R E I N S T A L L T H E P R I N T E R D R I V E R — See the printer documentation for information
on reinstalling the printer driver.
Scanner Problems
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
NOTE: If you need technical assistance for your scanner, contact the scanner’s
manufacturer.
C H E C K T H E S C A N N E R D O C U M E N T A T I O N — See the scanner documentation for setup
and troubleshooting information.
U N L O C K T H E S C A N N E R — Ensure that your scanner is unlocked (if the scanner has a
locking tab or button).
RESTART THE COMPUTER AND TRY THE SCANNER AGAIN
CHECK THE CABLE CONNECTIONS —
• See the scanner documentation for information on cable connections.
• Ensure that the scanner cables are securely connected to the scanner and the
computer.
VE R I F Y T H A T T H E S C A N N E R I S R E C O G N I Z E D B Y M I C R O S O F T W I N D O W S —
Windows Vista:
1 Click Start
→ Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Scanners and Cameras.
2 If the scanner is listed, Windows recognizes the scanner.
R E I N S T A L L T H E S C A N N E R D R I V E R — See the scanner documentation for
instructions.
Sound and Speaker Problems
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
No sound from integrated speakers
A D J U S T T H E W I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L — Double-click the speaker icon in the
lower-right corner of your screen. Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the
sound is not muted. Adjust the volume, bass, or treble controls to eliminate distortion.
R E I N S T A L L T H E A U D I O D R I V E R — See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 76.
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D I S C O N N E C T H E A D P H O N E S F R O M T H E H E A D P H O N E C O N N E C T O R — Sound from the
speakers is automatically disabled when headphones are connected to the computer’s
side-panel headphone connector.
No sound from external speakers
NOTE: The volume control in MP3 and other media players may override the
Windows volume setting. Always check to ensure that the volume on the media
player(s) has not been turned down or off.
C H E C K T H E S P E A K E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I O N S — Ensure that the speakers are
connected as shown on the setup diagram supplied with the speakers.
E N S U R E T H A T T H E S P E A K E R S A R E T U R N E D O N — See the setup diagram supplied
with the speakers. If your speakers have volume controls, adjust the volume, bass, or
treble to eliminate distortion.
A D J U S T T H E W I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L — Click or double-click the speaker icon
in the lower-right corner of your screen. Ensure that the volume is turned up and that
the sound is not muted.
D I S C O N N E C T H E A D P H O N E S F R O M T H E H E A D P H O N E C O N N E C T O R — Sound from the
speakers is automatically disabled when headphones are connected to the computer’s
side-panel headphone connector.
TE S T T H E E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T — Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by
testing it with another device, such as a lamp.
E L I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I N T E R F E R E N C E — Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, or
halogen lamps to check for interference.
R U N T H E S P E A K E R D I A G N O S T I C S — See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 65.
R E I N S T A L L T H E A U D I O D R I V E R — See "Drivers" on page 75.
R U N T H E H A R D W A R E TR O U B L E S H O O T E R — See "Troubleshooting Software and
Hardware Problems in the Microsoft® Windows® Vista™ Operating Systems" on
page 78.
No sound from headphones
C H E C K T H E H E A D P H O N E C A B L E C O N N E C T I O N — Ensure that the headphone cable is
securely inserted into the headphone connector (see "Front View of the Computer" on
page 15).
A D J U S T T H E W I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L — Click or double-click the speaker icon
in the lower-right corner of your screen. Ensure that the volume is turned up and that
the sound is not muted.
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Touch Pad Problems
CHECK THE TOUCH PAD SETTINGS —
1 Click Start
→ Control Panel→ Printers and Other Hardware→ Mouse.
2 Try adjusting the settings.
TO V E R I F Y T H A T T H E P R O B L E M I S W I T H T H E T O U C H P A D , C H E C K T H E M O U S E —
See "Mouse Problems" on page 58.
R E I N S T A L L T H E T O U C H P A D D R I V E R — See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on
page 76.
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Dell Diagnostics
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
When to Use the Dell Diagnostics
If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in
Lockups and Software Problems (see "Lockups and Software Problems" on
page 56) and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical
assistance.
It is recommended that you print these procedures before you begin, if
working from the electronic version of the document.
NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on Dell™ computers.
See "System Setup" on page 69 on page to review your computer’s
configuration information, and ensure that the device that you want to test
displays in the system setup program and is active.
Start the Dell Diagnostics from your hard drive or from the Drivers and
Utilities media.
Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard
Drive
The Dell Diagnostics is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on
your hard drive.
NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, see "Contacting Dell" on
page 95.
1 Ensure that the computer is connected to an electrical outlet that is
known to be working properly.
2 Turn on (or restart) your computer.
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3 When the DELL™ logo appears, press  immediately. Select
Diagnostics from the boot menu and press .
NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to
wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; then, shut down your
computer and try again.
NOTE: If you see a message stating that no diagnostics utility partition has
been found, run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media.
4 Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility
partition on your hard drive.
Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers
and Utilities Media
1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities media.
2 Shut down and restart the computer.
When the DELL logo appears, press  immediately.
NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue
to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; then, shut down your
computer and try again.
NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for one time only. On the
next start-up, the computer boots according to the devices specified in the
system setup program.
3 When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW and press
.
4 Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the menu that appears and
press .
5 Type 1 to start the CD menu and press  to proceed.
6 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. If
multiple versions are listed, select the version appropriate for your
computer.
7 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want
to run.
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Dell Diagnostics Main Menu
1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click
the button for the option you want.
NOTE: It is recommended that you select Test System to run a complete test on
your computer.
Option
Function
Test Memory
Run the stand-alone memory test
Test System
Run System Diagnostics
Exit
Exit the Diagnostics
2 After you have selected the Test System option from the main menu, the
following menu appears:
NOTE: It is recommended that you select Extended Test from the menu below to
run a more thorough check of devices in the computer.
Option
Function
Express Test
Performs a quick test of devices in the
system. This typically can take 10 to
20 minutes.
Extended Test
Performs a thorough check of devices in
the system. This typically can take an
hour or more.
Custom Test
Use to test a specific device or
customize the tests to be run.
Symptom Tree
This option allows you to select tests
based on a symptom of the problem you
are having. This option lists the most
common symptoms.
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3 If a problem is encountered during a test, a message appears with an error
code and a description of the problem. Write down the error code and
problem description and see "Contacting Dell" on page 95.
NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is located at the top of each test
screen. If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your Service Tag.
4 If you run a test from the Custom Test or Symptom Tree option, click the
applicable tab described in the following table for more information.
Tab
Function
Results
Displays the results of the test and any
error conditions encountered.
Errors
Displays error conditions encountered,
error codes, and the problem
description.
Help
Describes the test and may indicate
requirements for running the test.
Configuration
Displays your hardware configuration
for the selected device.
The Dell Diagnostics obtains
configuration information 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.
Parameters
Allows you to customize the test by
changing the test settings.
5 When the tests are complete, close the test screen to return to the Main
Menu screen. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close
the Main Menu screen.
6 Remove the Drivers and Utilities media (if applicable).
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System Setup
Overview
Use System Setup as follows:
•
To change the system configuration information after you add, change, or
remove any hardware in your computer
•
To set or change a user-selectable option such as the user password
•
To read the current amount of memory or set the type of hard drive
installed
Before you use System Setup, it is recommended that you write down the
System Setup screen information for future reference.
NOTICE: Unless you are an expert computer user, do not change the settings for
this program. Certain changes can make your computer work incorrectly.
Entering System Setup
1 Turn on (or restart) your computer.
2 When the blue DELL™ logo is displayed, you must watch for the F2
prompt to appear.
3 Once the F2 prompt appears, press  immediately.
NOTE: The F2 prompt indicates that the keyboard has initialized. This prompt can
appear very quickly, so you must watch for it to display, and then press . If you
press  before you are prompted, this keystroke will be lost.
4 If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to
wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. Then, shut down
your computer and try again.
System Setup Screen
The System Setup screen displays current or changeable configuration
information for your computer. Information on the screen is divided into
three areas: the menu, the main window, the Help and key functions field.
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Options List — The tabbed options contain features that define the configuration of
your computer, including installed hardware, power conservation, and security
features.
Option Field — This field contains information about each option. In this field you can
view your current settings and make changes to your settings. Use the right- and
left-arrow keys to highlight an option. Press  to make that selection active.
Help — This field provides context sensitive help based on the options selected.
Key Functions — This field lists keys and their functions within the active System Setup
field.
System Setup Options
NOTE: Depending on your computer and installed devices, the items listed in this
section may not appear, or may not appear exactly as listed.
Main
System Date
Displays the system date.
System Time
Displays the system time.
SATA0, SATA1
Displays the currently installed drives, vendor, and size (hard
drives only).
HDD S.M.A.R.T.
capability
Enables/disables integrated drive errors to be reported during
system startup.
(Disabled
default)
System Info
Displays BIOS Info, System Info, and the Service Tag
NOTE: The system name listed in the BIOS may not appear
exactly as the name that appears on the computer or in the
computer’s documentation.
Memory Info
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Displays Installed Memory, Usable Memory, Memory Speed,
Memory Channel Mode, and Memory Technology.
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Advanced
CPU Type
Displays the Type of Processor installed in the system.
CPU Speed
Displays CPU Speed.
Cache L1, L2
Displays the amount of Cache RAM available.
Integrated
peripherals
Displays information about Serial ATA Configurations, and
enables/disables Serial ATA Configuration, HD Audio,
Onboard LAN and Onboard LAN Boot ROM.
(enabled
default)
PnP/PCI
Configurations
Permits selection of a primary graphics controller.
(PEG/IGD
default)
CPU
Configuration
(Enabled
default)
USB
Configuration
Enables/disables Intel SpeedStep® technology. When
Enabled is selected, CPU speed is controlled by the OS.
When disabled, the default CPU speed is used.
Enables/disables the USB controller.
(Enabled
default)
Power Management
ACPI Suspend
Type
(S3 default)
Sets the computer’s suspend mode. The options are S1, a
suspend state in which the computer is running in a lowpower mode, and S3, a suspend state in which the power is
reduced or turned off for many components, however, system
memory remains active.
(Off default)
This option allows the system to power up when a network
interface controller receives a wake up signal.
Auto Power On
Enables/disables the Auto Power On function.
Remote Wakeup
(disabled
default)
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Auto Power On
Date
(Every Day
default)
Auto Power On
Time
(00:00:00
default)
Sets the computer to automatically turn on. Every Day turns
the computer on every day at the time set in Auto Power
Time. 1-31 allows you to select a specific day of the month.
NOTE: This feature does not work if you turn off your computer
using the switch on a power strip or surge protector or if Auto
Power On is set to disabled.
Sets time to automatically turn on the computer.
Time is kept in the standard 24-hour format
(hours:minutes:seconds). Change the startup time by pressing
the right- or left-arrow key to increase or decrease the
numbers, or type numbers in both the date and time fields.
NOTE: This feature does not work if you turn off your computer
using the switch on a power strip or surge protector or if Auto
Power On is set to disabled.
AC Recovery
(Power Off
default)
Determines how the system responds when AC power is reapplied after a power loss. Power Off commands the system to
stay off when the power is re-applied. You must press the
front-panel power button before the system turns on. Power
On commands the system to turn on when the power is reapplied. Last State commands the system to return to the last
power state the system was in just before it was turned off.
BOOT
Boot Device
Priority
Hard Disk Boot
Priority
CD/DVD Boot
Priority
Other Boot
Priority
Displays the boot device properties for all the bootable devices
present on the system. It offers options for setting Boot
Device Priority, Hard Disk Boot Priority, CD/DVD Boot
Priority, Boot Setting Configurations, and Security.
Boot Settings
Configuration
Enables/disables Fast Boot and Numlock Key.
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Exit
Exit options
Provides options to Save Changes & Exit, Discard Changes
and Exit, Load Optimal Defaults or Discard Changes.
Boot Sequence
This feature allows you to change the Boot Device Property for devices.
Option Settings
•
Hard Disk — The computer attempts to boot from the hard drive.
•
Removable — The computer attempts to boot from a removable device,
such as a USB key.
•
CD/DVD — The computer attempts to boot from the disc drive.
Changing the Boot Sequence for the Current Boot
You can use this feature, for example, to restart your computer to a USB
device, such as a floppy drive, memory key, or optical drive.
1 If you are booting to a USB device, connect the USB device to a USB
connector.
2 Turn on (or restart) your computer.
3 When F2 = Setup, F12 = Boot Menu appears in the upper-right
corner of the screen, press .
If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to
wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop, then shut down your
computer and try again.
4 The Boot Menu appears, listing all available boot devices.
5 Use the arrow keys to select the appropriate device (for the current boot
only).
NOTE: To boot to a USB device, the device must be bootable. To ensure that a
device is bootable, check the device documentation.
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Changing the Boot Sequence for Future Boots
1 Enter System Setup (see "Entering System Setup" on page 69).
2 Press the left- and right-arrow keys to highlight the Boot tab.
3 Press the up- and down-arrow keys to highlight the appropriate Boot
Device Property, then press .
4 Press the up- and down-arrow keys to highlight the item you want to
change, and then press .
5 Press the up- and down-arrow keys to select the boot device you want to
change, and then press .
6 Press  and then press  to exit System Setup and resume
the boot process.
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Reinstalling Software
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 required drivers already installed—no
further installation or configuration is needed.
NOTICE: The Drivers and Utilities media may contain drivers for operating systems
that are not on your computer. Ensure that you are installing software appropriate
for your operating system.
Many drivers, such as the keyboard driver, come with your Microsoft
Windows operating system. You may need to install drivers if you:
•
Upgrade your operating system.
•
Reinstall your operating system.
•
Connect or install a new device.
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Identifying Drivers
If you experience a problem with any device, identify whether the driver is the
source of your problem and, if necessary, update the driver.
If your computer is running Microsoft Windows Vista™:
1 Click the Windows Vista Start button
, and right-click Computer.
2 Click Properties→ Device Manager.
NOTE: The User Account Control window may appear. If you are an
administrator on the computer, click Continue; otherwise, contact your
administrator to continue.
Scroll down the list to see if any device has an exclamation point (a yellow
circle with a [!]) on the device icon.
If an exclamation point is next to the device name, you may need to reinstall
the driver or install a new driver (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on
page 76).
Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities
NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your Drivers and
Utilities media provide approved drivers for Dell™ computers. If you install drivers
obtained from other sources, your computer might not work correctly.
Using Windows Device Driver Rollback
If a problem occurs on your computer after you install or update a driver, use
Windows Device Driver Rollback to replace the driver with the previously
installed version.
If your computer is running Windows Vista:
1 Click the Windows Vista Start button
, and right-click Computer.
2 Click Properties→ Device Manager.
NOTE: The User Account Control window may appear. If you are an
administrator on the computer, click Continue; otherwise, contact your
administrator to enter the Device Manager.
3 Right-click the device for which the new driver was installed and click
Properties.
4 Click the Drivers tab→ Roll Back Driver.
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If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System
Restore (see "Restoring Your Operating System" on page 78) to return your
computer to the operating state that existed before you installed the new
driver.
1 With the Windows desktop displayed, insert the Drivers and Utilities
media.
If this is your first time to use the Drivers and Utilities media, go to step 2.
If not, go to step 5.
2 When the Drivers and Utilities media installation program starts, follow
the prompts on the screen.
3 When the InstallShield Wizard Complete window appears, remove the
Drivers and Utilities media and click Finish to restart the computer.
4 When you see the Windows desktop, reinsert the Drivers and Utilities
media.
5 At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next.
NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media displays drivers only for hardware that came
installed in your computer. If you installed additional hardware, the drivers for the
new hardware might not be displayed by the Drivers and Utilities media. If those
drivers are not displayed, exit the Drivers and Utilities program. For drivers
information, see the documentation that came with the device.
A message stating that the Drivers and Utilities media is detecting
hardware in your computer appears.
The drivers that are used by your computer are automatically displayed in
the My Drivers—The Drivers and Utilities media has identified these
components in your system window.
6 Click the driver that you want to reinstall and follow the instructions on
the screen.
If a particular driver is not listed, then that driver is not required by your
operating system.
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Troubleshooting Software and Hardware
Problems in the Microsoft® Windows® Vista™
Operating Systems
If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is
detected but incorrectly configured, you can use the Hardware
Troubleshooter to resolve the incompatibility.
To start the Hardware Troubleshooter:
1 Click the Windows Vista Start button
, and click Help and Support.
2 Type hardware troubleshooter in the search field and press
 to start the search.
3 In the search results, select the option that best describes the problem and
follow the remaining troubleshooting steps.
Restoring Your Operating System
You can restore your Windows Vista operating system in the following ways:
•
System Restore returns your computer to an earlier operating state without
affecting data files. Use System Restore as the first solution for restoring
your operating system and preserving data files.
•
Dell Factory Image Restore returns your hard drive to the operating state it
was in when you purchased the computer. It permanently deletes all data
on the hard drive and removes any programs installed after you received
the computer. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did
not resolve your operating system problem.
•
If you received an Operating System disc with your computer, you can use
it to restore your operating system. However, using the Operating System
disc also deletes all data on the hard drive. Use the disc only if System
Restore did not resolve your operating system problem.
Using Microsoft Windows System Restore
The Windows operating system provides a System Restore option which
allows you to return your computer to an earlier operating state (without
affecting data files) if changes to the hardware, software, or other system
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settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state. Any
changes that System Restore makes to your computer are completely
reversible.
NOTICE: Make regular backups of your data files. System Restore does not
monitor your data files or recover them.
NOTE: The procedures in this document were written for the Windows default
view, so they may not apply if you set your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic
view.
Starting System Restore
NOTICE: Before you restore the computer to an earlier operating state, save and
close any open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any
files or programs until the system restoration is complete.
If your computer is running Windows Vista:
1 Click Start
2 In the Start Search box, type System Restore and press .
NOTE: The User Account Control window may appear. If you are an
administrator on the computer, click Continue; otherwise, contact your
administrator to continue the desired action.
3 Click Next and follow the remaining prompts on the screen.
In the event that System Restore did not resolve the issue, you may undo the
last system restore.
Undoing the Last System Restore
NOTICE: Before you undo the last system restore, save and close all open files and
exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any files or programs until the
system restoration is complete.
If your computer is running Windows Vista:
1 Click Start
2 In the Start Search box, type System Restore and press .
3 Click Undo my last restoration and click Next.
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Using Dell™ Factory Image Restore
NOTICE: Using Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data on the
hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your
computer. If possible, back up the data before using these options. Use Factory
Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system
problem.
NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in certain countries or on
certain computers.
Use Dell Factory Image Restore (in Windows Vista) only as the last method
to restore your operating system. These options restore your hard drive to the
operating state it was in when you purchased the computer. Any programs or
files added since you received your computer—including data files—are
permanently deleted from the hard drive. Data files include documents,
spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos, music files, and so on. If
possible, back up all data before using PC Restore or Factory Image Restore.
Windows Vista: Dell Factory Image Restore
1 Turn on the computer. When the Dell logo appears, press  several
times to access the Vista Advanced Boot Options Window.
2 Select Repair Your Computer.
The System Recovery Options window appears.
3 Select a keyboard layout and click Next.
4 To access the recovery options, log on as a local user. To access the
command prompt, type administrator in the User name field, then
click OK.
5 Click Dell Factory Image Restore.
NOTE: Depending upon your configuration, you may need to select Dell
Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore.
The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears.
6 Click Next.
The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears.
NOTICE: If you do not want to proceed with Factory Image Restore, click Cancel.
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7 Click the checkbox to confirm that you want to continue reformatting the
hard drive and restoring the system software to the factory condition, then
click Next.
The restore process begins and may take five or more minutes to complete.
A message appears when the operating system and factory-installed
applications have been restored to factory condition.
8 Click Finish to reboot the system.
Using the Operating System Media
Before you Begin
If you are considering reinstalling the Windows operating system to correct a
problem with a newly installed driver, first try using Windows Device Driver
Rollback. See "Using Windows Device Driver Rollback" on page 76. If Device
Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore to
return your operating system to the operating state it was in before you
installed the new device driver. See "Using Microsoft Windows System
Restore" on page 78.
NOTICE: Before performing the installation, back up all data files on your primary
hard drive. For conventional hard drive configurations, the primary hard drive is the
first drive detected by the computer.
To reinstall Windows, you need the following items:
•
Dell™ Operating System media
•
Dell Drivers and Utilities media
NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media contains drivers that were installed during
the assembly of the computer. Use the Drivers and Utilities media to load any
required drivers. Depending on the region from which you ordered your computer,
or whether you requested the media, the Drivers and Utilities media and Operating
System media may not ship with your computer.
Reinstalling Windows Vista
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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NOTICE: The Drivers and Utilities media provides options for reinstalling Windows
Vista. The options can overwrite files and possibly affect programs that are
installed on your hard drive. Therefore, do not reinstall Windows Vista unless a Dell
technical support representative instructs you to do so.
1 Save and close any open files and exit any open programs.
2 Insert the Operating System disc.
3 Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears.
4 Restart the computer.
When the DELL logo appears, press  immediately.
NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue
to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; then, shut down your
computer and try again.
NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for one time only. On the
next start-up, the computer boots according to the devices specified in the
system setup program.
5 When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD and press
.
6 Press any key to Boot from CD-ROM.
7 Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation.
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Specifications
NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the
configuration of your computer, click Start
→ Help and Support and select the
option to view information about your computer.
Processor
Microprocessor types
Select Intel® Core™ 2 Duo,
Intel® Pentium® D, and
Intel®Celeron® processors
Cache
at least 512K (dependent upon processor
choice)
System Information
Northbridge
Intel G33
Southbridge
ICH9DH
Data bus width
64 bits
Address bus width
32 bits
DMA channels
eight
Interrupt levels
24
BIOS chip (NVRAM)
8 Mb
Memory speed
667/800 MHz
System bus frequency
800-, 1066-,or 1333-MHz data rate
(depending on your processor)
Controller
Hard drive
integrated serial ATA
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Memory
Type
667-MHz and 800-MHz non-ECC DDR2
SDRAM
NOTE: Your computer does not support
registered, ECC, or buffered memory.
Memory connectors
two
Memory capacities
1 GB, or 2 GB
Minimum memory
1 GB
Maximum memory
4 GB
BIOS address
F0000h
Drives and Devices
Drives
one 3.5-inch hard-drive,
one slim-line slot-load 5.25-inch disc drive
Available devices
serial ATA hard drive, Media Card Reader,
USB memory devices, DVD and CD-RW
combo drive, DVD+/- RW, Blu-Ray™
Ports and Connectors
External connectors:
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IEEE 1394a
side-panel: one 4-pin mini-connector
back-panel: one 6-pin connector
Network adapter
RJ45 connector
USB 2.0
two side-panel, and four back-panel
connectors
Audio
two side-panel connectors for
microphone/line-in and headphones/lineout;
two back-panel connectors for S/PDIF
digital audio out, and 2.0 audio out
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Ports and Connectors (continued)
Additional connectors/components
available with optional TV tuner
back-panel: TV-in connector, special 10-pin
connector for optional TV input device
optional TV input device: S-video,
composite video, left audio, and right audio
connectors; IR blaster
Video
Type
Integrated Intel GMA 3100 or
ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD 2400
LCD interface
LVDS
With optional TV tuner card only:
TV support
dependent upon region:
NTSC/ATSC:
NTSC supported in RF, S-video, and
composite modes. ATSC supported in RF
mode.
PAL/SECAM/DVB-T:
PAL/SECAM supported in RF, S-video, and
composite modes. DVB-T supported in RF
mode.
or NTSC/ISDB-T:
NTSC supported in RF, S-video, and
composite modes. ISDB-T supported in RF
mode.
Audio
Type
integrated stereo High Definition Audio
codec
Stereo conversion
20-bit analog-to-digital; 24-bit digital-toanalog
Speaker
two 5W, 140Hz speakers
Power rating
stereo 5W per channel with Class D
amplification
Frequency response
140 Hz to 18,000 Hz
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Audio (continued)
Volume controls
keyboard shortcuts, program menus, media
control buttons on front of display and
optional optimized wireless keyboard
Communications
NIC
Integrated network interface capable of
10/100/1000-Mbps communication:
• Green — A good connection exists
between a 10-Mbps network and the
computer.
• Orange — A good connection exists
between a 100-Mbps network and the
computer.
• Yellow — A good connection exists
between a 1000-Mbps (1-Gb) network and
the computer.
• Off — The computer is not detecting a
physical connection to the network.
Wireless
802.11 a/b/g/n support
Bluetooth wireless technology
Display
Type (active-matrix TFT)
WSXGA
Maximum resolution:
1680 x 1050 at 16.7 million colors
Brightness (maximum)
300 nits
Response time (typical)
5-ms
Contrast Ratio
1000:1
Operating angle
5° forward to 25° back
Viewing angles:
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Horizontal
80°
Vertical
80°
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Display (continued)
Controls
brightness can be controlled through
keyboard shortcuts if you are using the
optional wireless keyboard optimized for use
with your computer (see "Key
Combinations" on page 46)
Controls and Lights
Power control
push button
Power light
blue light — low-illumination blue in sleep
state; solid blue for power-on state
amber light — indicates a boot failure
Display power light
blue
Hard-drive access light
blue
Media control buttons
blue — light up when the user’s hand is
detected in the near vicinity
Link integrity light (on integrated
back panel integrated network adapter:
network adapter and on front panel) green light for 10-Mb operation; orange light
for 100-Mb operation; yellow light for a
1000-Mb (1-Gb) operation
Activity light (on integrated network yellow blinking light when there is network
adapter)
activity
Power
Power supply:
Wattage
200 W
Heat dissipation
682 BTU/hr
NOTE: Heat dissipation is calculated based
upon the power supply wattage rating.
Voltage
90 - 264 V at 50/60 Hz
Backup battery
3-V CR2032 lithium coin cell
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Physical
Approximate height
15.9 inch (40.5 cm)
Approximate width
23.5 inch (59.7 cm)
Approximate depth (without cords 3.3 inch (8.38 cm)
or stand)
Approximate depth with stand
installed
7.3 inch (18.5 cm)
Approximate weight (typical)
28.2 lb (12.8 kg)
Environmental
Temperature:
Operating
10° to 35°C (50° to 95°F)
Storage
–40° to 65°C (–40° to 149°F)
Relative humidity
20% to 80% (noncondensing)
Maximum vibration:
Operating
0.26 Grms random for 2 min in all
operational orientations
Storage
2.2 Grms random for 15 min
Maximum shock:
Operating
Half-Sine Pulse: 40G for 2ms with a change
in velocity of 20 in/s (51cm/s)
Storage
Half-Sine Pulse: 40G for 22ms with a change
in velocity of 240 in/s (609 cm/s)
Altitude:
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Operating
–15.2 to 3048 m (–50 to 10,000 ft)
Storage
–15.2 to 10,668 m (–50 to 35,000 ft)
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Getting Help
Obtaining Assistance
If you experience a problem with your computer, you can complete the
following steps to diagnose and troubleshoot the problem:
1 See "Troubleshooting" on page 51 for information and procedures that
pertain to the problem your computer is experiencing.
2 See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 65 for procedures on how to run Dell
Diagnostics.
3 Fill out the "Diagnostics Checklist" on page 94.
4 Use Dell's extensive suite of online services available at Dell Support
(support.dell.com) for help with installation and troubleshooting
procedures. See "Online Services" on page 90 for a more extensive list of
Dell Support online.
5 If the preceding steps have not resolved the problem, see "Contacting
Dell" on page 95.
NOTE: Call Dell Support from a telephone near or at the computer so that the
support staff can assist you with any necessary procedures.
NOTE: Dell's Express Service Code system may not be available in all countries.
When prompted by Dell's automated telephone system, enter your Express
Service Code to route the call directly to the proper support personnel. If you
do not have an Express Service Code, open the Dell Accessories folder,
double-click the Express Service Code icon, and follow the directions.
For instructions on using Dell Support, see "Technical Support and Customer
Service" on page 90.
NOTE: Some of the following services are not always available in all locations
outside the continental U.S. Call your local Dell representative for information on
availability.
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Technical Support and Customer Service
Dell's support service is available to answer your questions about Dell™
hardware. Our support staff uses computer-based diagnostics to provide fast,
accurate answers.
To contact Dell's support service, see "Before You Call" on page 93, and then
see the contact information for your region or go to support.dell.com.
DellConnect
DellConnect is a simple online access tool that allows a Dell service and
support associate to access your computer through a broadband connection,
diagnose your problem and repair it all under your supervision. For more
information, go to support.dell.com and click DellConnect.
Online Services
You can learn about Dell products and services on the following websites:
www.dell.com
www.dell.com/ap (Asian/Pacific countries only)
www.dell.com/jp (Japan only)
www.euro.dell.com (Europe only)
www.dell.com/la (Latin American and Caribbean countries)
www.dell.ca (Canada only)
You can access Dell Support through the following websites and e-mail
addresses:
•
Dell Support websites
support.dell.com
support.jp.dell.com (Japan only)
support.euro.dell.com (Europe only)
•
Dell Support e-mail addresses
mobile_support@us.dell.com
support@us.dell.com
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la-techsupport@dell.com (Latin America and Caribbean countries only)
apsupport@dell.com (Asian/Pacific countries only)
•
Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail addresses
apmarketing@dell.com (Asian/Pacific countries only)
sales_canada@dell.com (Canada only)
•
Anonymous file transfer protocol (FTP)
ftp.dell.com
Log in as user: anonymous, and use your e-mail address as your password.
AutoTech Service
Dell's automated support service—AutoTech—provides recorded answers to
the questions most frequently asked by Dell customers about their portable
and desktop computers.
When you call AutoTech, use your touch-tone telephone to select the
subjects that correspond to your questions. For the telephone number to call
for your region, see "Contacting Dell" on page 95.
Automated Order-Status Service
To check on the status of any Dell products that you have ordered, you can go
to support.dell.com, or you can call the automated order-status service. A
recording prompts you for the information needed to locate and report on
your order. For the telephone number to call for your region, see "Contacting
Dell" on page 95.
Problems With Your Order
If you have a problem with your order, such as missing parts, wrong parts, or
incorrect billing, contact Dell for customer assistance. Have your invoice or
packing slip handy when you call. For the telephone number to call for your
region, see "Contacting Dell" on page 95.
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Product Information
If you need information about additional products available from Dell, or if
you would like to place an order, visit the Dell website at www.dell.com. For
the telephone number to call for your region or to speak to a sales specialist,
see"Contacting Dell" on page 95.
Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit
Prepare all items being returned, whether for repair or credit, as follows:
1 Call Dell to obtain a Return Material Authorization Number, and write it
clearly and prominently on the outside of the box.
For the telephone number to call for your region, see "Contacting Dell" on
page 95.
2 Include a copy of the invoice and a letter describing the reason for the
return.
3 Include a copy of the Diagnostics Checklist (see "Diagnostics Checklist"
on page 94), indicating the tests that you have run and any error messages
reported by the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 65).
4 Include any accessories that belong with the item(s) being returned
(power cables, software floppy disks, guides, and so on) if the return is for
credit.
5 Pack the equipment to be returned in the original (or equivalent) packing
materials.
You are responsible for paying shipping expenses. You are also responsible for
insuring any product returned, and you assume the risk of loss during
shipment to Dell. Collect On Delivery (C.O.D.) packages are not accepted.
Returns that are missing any of the preceding requirements will be refused at
Dell’s receiving dock and returned to you.
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Before You Call
NOTE: Have your Express Service Code ready when you call. The code helps Dell’s
automated-support telephone system direct your call more efficiently. You may also
be asked for your Service Tag (located on the back or bottom of your computer).
Remember to fill out the Diagnostics Checklist (see "Diagnostics Checklist"
on page 94). If possible, turn on your computer before you call Dell for
assistance and call from a telephone at or near the computer. You may be
asked to type some commands at the keyboard, relay detailed information
during operations, or try other troubleshooting steps possible only at the
computer itself. Ensure that the computer documentation is available.
CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, follow the safety instructions in
your Product Information Guide.
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Diagnostics Checklist
Name:
Date:
Address:
Phone number:
Service Tag (bar code on the back or bottom of the computer):
Express Service Code:
Return Material Authorization Number (if provided by Dell support technician):
Operating system and version:
Devices:
Expansion cards:
Are you connected to a network? Yes No
Network, version, and network adapter:
Programs and versions:
See your operating system documentation to determine the contents of the
system’s start-up files. If the computer is connected to a printer, print each file.
Otherwise, record the contents of each file before calling Dell.
Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code:
Description of problem and troubleshooting procedures you performed:
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Contacting Dell
NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact
information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog.
Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options.
Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be
available in your area. To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or
customer service issues:
1 Visit support.dell.com.
2 Verify your country or region in the Choose A Country/Region drop-down
menu at the bottom of the page.
3 Click Contact Us on the left side of the page.
4 Select the appropriate service or support link based on your need.
5 Choose the method of contacting Dell that is convenient for you.
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Appendix
FCC Notice (U.S. Only)
FCC Class B
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruction
manual, may cause interference with radio and television reception. This
equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
1 This device may not cause harmful interference.
2 This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
NOTICE: The FCC regulations provide that changes or modifications not expressly
approved by Dell Inc. could void your authority to operate this equipment.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference with radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, you are encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
•
Reorient the receiving antenna.
•
Relocate the system with respect to the receiver.
•
Move the system away from the receiver.
•
Plug the system into a different outlet so that the system and the receiver
are on different branch circuits.
If necessary, consult a representative of Dell Inc. or an experienced
radio/television technician for additional suggestions.
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The following information is provided on the device or devices covered in this
document in compliance with the FCC regulations:
Product name:
Dell™ XPS One™ A2010
Model number:
MTG
Company name:
Dell Inc.
Worldwide Regulatory Compliance & Environmental
Affairs
One Dell Way
Round Rock, TX 78682 USA
512-338-4400
NOTE: For further regulatory information, see your Product Information Guide.
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Glossary
Terms in this Glossary are provided for informational purposes only and may
or may not describe features included with your particular computer.
AC — alternating current — The form of electricity that powers your computer when
you plug the AC adapter power cable in to an electrical outlet.
ACPI — advanced configuration and power interface — A power management
specification that enables Microsoft® Windows® operating systems to put a computer
in standby or hibernate mode to conserve the amount of electrical power allocated to
each device attached to the computer.
AGP — accelerated graphics port — A dedicated graphics port that allows system
memory to be used for video-related tasks. AGP delivers a smooth, true-color video
image because of the faster interface between the video circuitry and the computer
memory.
AHCI — Advanced Host Controller Interface — An interface for a SATA hard drive
Host Controller which allows the storage driver to enable technologies such as Native
Command Queuing (NCQ) and hot plug.
ALS — ambient light sensor — A feature that helps to control display brightness.
antivirus software — A program designed to identify, quarantine, and/or delete viruses
from your computer.
ASF — alert standards format — A standard to define a mechanism for reporting
hardware and software alerts to a management console. ASF is designed to be
platform- and operating system-independent.
battery life span — The length of time (years) during which a portable computer
battery is able to be depleted and recharged.
battery operating time — The length of time (minutes or hours) that a portable
computer battery powers the computer.
BIOS — basic input/output system — A program (or utility) that serves as an
interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. Unless you
understand what effect these settings have on the computer, do not change them. Also
referred to as system setup.
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bit — The smallest unit of data interpreted by your computer.
Blu-ray Disc™ (BD)— An optical storage technology offering storage capacity of up
to 50 GB, full 1080p video resolution (HDTV required), and as many as 7.1 channels
of native, uncompressed surround sound.
Bluetooth® wireless technology — A wireless technology standard for short-range
(9 m [29 feet]) networking devices that allows for enabled devices to automatically
recognize each other.
boot sequence — Specifies the order of the devices from which the computer
attempts to boot.
bootable media — A CD, DVD, or floppy disk that you can use to start your
computer. In case your hard drive is damaged or your computer has a virus, ensure that
you always have a bootable CD, DVD, or floppy disk available. Your Drivers and
Utilities media is an example of bootable media.
bps — bits per second — The standard unit for measuring data transmission speed.
BTU — British thermal unit — A measurement of heat output.
bus — A communication pathway between the components in your computer.
bus speed — The speed, given in MHz, that indicates how fast a bus can transfer
information.
byte — The basic data unit used by your computer. A byte is usually equal to 8 bits.
C — Celsius — A temperature measurement scale where 0° is the freezing point and
100° is the boiling point of water.
cache — A special high-speed storage mechanism which can be either a reserved
section of main memory or an independent high-speed storage device. The cache
enhances the efficiency of many processor operations.
L1 cache — Primary cache stored inside the processor.
L2 cache — Secondary cache which can either be external to the processor or
incorporated into the processor architecture.
carnet — An international customs document that facilitates temporary imports into
foreign countries. Also known as a merchandise passport.
CD-R — CD recordable — A recordable version of a CD. Data can be recorded only
once onto a CD-R. Once recorded, the data cannot be erased or written over.
CD-RW — CD rewritable — A rewritable version of a CD. Data can be written to a
CD-RW disc, and then erased and written over (rewritten).
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CD-RW drive — A drive that can read CDs and write to CD-RW (rewritable CDs)
and CD-R (recordable CDs) discs. You can write to CD-RW discs multiple times, but
you can write to CD-R discs only once.
CD-RW/DVD drive — A drive, sometimes referred to as a combo drive, that can read
CDs and DVDs and write to CD-RW (rewritable CDs) and CD-R (recordable CDs)
discs. You can write to CD-RW discs multiple times, but you can write to CD-R discs
only once.
clock speed — The speed, given in MHz, that indicates how fast computer
components that are connected to the system bus operate.
CMOS — A type of electronic circuit. Computers use a small amount of batterypowered CMOS memory to hold date, time, and system setup options.
COA — Certificate of Authenticity — The Windows alpha-numeric code located on a
sticker on your computer. Also referred to as the Product Key or
Product ID.
Control Panel — A Windows utility that allows you to modify operating system and
hardware settings, such as display settings.
controller — A chip that controls the transfer of data between the processor and
memory or between the processor and devices.
CRIMM — continuity rambus in-line memory module — A special module that has
no memory chips and is used to fill unused RIMM slots.
cursor — The marker on a display or screen that shows where the next keyboard, touch
pad, or mouse action will occur. It often is a blinking solid line, an underline character,
or a small arrow.
DDR SDRAM — double-data-rate SDRAM — A type of SDRAM that doubles the
data burst cycle, improving system performance.
DDR2 SDRAM — double-data-rate 2 SDRAM — A type of DDR SDRAM that uses a
4-bit prefetch and other architectural changes to boost memory speed to over
400 MHz.
device — Hardware such as a disk drive, printer, or keyboard that is installed in or
connected to your computer.
device driver — See driver.
DIMM — dual in-line memory module — A circuit board with memory chips that
connects to a memory module on the system board.
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DIN connector — A round, six-pin connector that conforms to DIN (Deutsche
Industrie-Norm) standards; it is typically used to connect PS/2 keyboard or mouse
cable connectors.
disk striping — A technique for spreading data over multiple disk drives. Disk striping
can speed up operations that retrieve data from disk storage. Computers that use disk
striping generally allow the user to select the data unit size or stripe width.
DMA — direct memory access — A channel that allows certain types of data transfer
between RAM and a device to bypass the processor.
docking device — provides port replication, cable management, and security features
to adapt your notebook to a desktop workspace.
DMTF — Distributed Management Task Force — A consortium of hardware and
software companies who develop management standards for distributed desktop,
network, enterprise, and Internet environments.
domain — A group of computers, programs, and devices on a network that are
administered as a unit with common rules and procedures for use by a specific group
of users. A user logs on to the domain to gain access to the resources.
DRAM — dynamic random-access memory — Memory that stores information in
integrated circuits 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-core — A technology in which two physical computational units exist inside a
single processor package, thereby increasing computing efficiency and multi-tasking
ability.
dual display mode — A display setting that allows you to use a second monitor as an
extension of your display. Also referred to as extended display mode.
DVD-R — DVD recordable — A recordable version of a DVD. Data can be recorded
only once onto a DVD-R. Once recorded, the data cannot be erased or written over.
DVD+RW — DVD rewritable — A rewritable version of a DVD. Data can be written
to a DVD+RW disc, and then erased and written over (rewritten). (DVD+RW
technology is different from DVD-RW technology.)
DVD+RW drive — drive that can read DVDs and most CD media and write to
DVD+RW (rewritable DVDs) discs.
DVI — digital video interface — A standard for digital transmission between a
computer and a digital video display.
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ECC — error checking and correction — A type of memory that includes special
circuitry for testing the accuracy of data as it passes in and out of memory.
ECP — extended capabilities port — A parallel connector design that provides
improved bidirectional data transmission. Similar to EPP, ECP uses direct memory
access to transfer data and often improves performance.
EIDE — enhanced integrated device electronics — An improved version of the IDE
interface for hard drives and CD drives.
EMI — electromagnetic interference — Electrical interference caused by
electromagnetic radiation.
ENERGY STAR® — Environmental Protection Agency requirements that decrease
the overall consumption of electricity.
EPP — enhanced parallel port — A parallel connector design that provides
bidirectional data transmission.
ESD — electrostatic discharge — A rapid discharge of static electricity. ESD can
damage integrated circuits found in computer and communications equipment.
expansion card — A circuit board that installs in an expansion slot on the system
board in some computers, expanding the capabilities of the computer. Examples
include video, modem, and sound cards.
expansion slot — A connector on the system board (in some computers) where you
insert an expansion card, connecting it to the system bus.
ExpressCard — A removable I/O card adhering to the PCMCIA standard. Modems
and network adapters are common types of ExpressCards. ExpressCards support both
the PCI Express and USB 2.0 standard.
Express Service Code — A numeric code located on a sticker on your Dell™
computer. Use the Express Service Code when contacting Dell for assistance. Express
Service Code service may not be available in some countries.
extended display mode — A display setting that allows you to use a second monitor as
an extension of your display. Also referred to as dual display mode.
extended PC Card — A PC Card that extends beyond the edge of the PC Card slot
when installed.
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Fahrenheit — A temperature measurement scale where 32° is the freezing point and
212° is the boiling point of water.
FBD — fully-buffered DIMM — A DIMM with DDR2 DRAM chips and an
Advanced Memory Buffer (AMB) that speeds communication between the DDR2
SDRAM chips and the system.
FCC — Federal Communications Commission — A U.S. agency responsible for
enforcing communications-related regulations that state how much radiation
computers and other electronic equipment can emit.
fingerprint reader — A strip sensor that uses your unique fingerprint to authenticate
your user identity to help secure your computer.
folder — A term used to describe space on a disk or drive where files are organized and
grouped. Files in a folder can be viewed and ordered in various ways, such as
alphabetically, by date, and by size.
format — The process that prepares a drive or disk for file storage. When a drive or
disk is formatted, the existing information on it is lost.
FSB — front side bus — The data path and physical interface between the processor
and RAM.
FTP — file transfer protocol — A standard Internet protocol used to exchange files
between computers connected to the Internet.
G — gravity — A measurement of weight and force.
GB — gigabyte — A measurement of data storage that equals 1024 MB
(1,073,741,824 bytes). When used to refer to hard drive storage, the term is often
rounded to 1,000,000,000 bytes.
GHz — gigahertz — A measurement of frequency that equals one thousand million
Hz, or one thousand MHz. The speeds for computer processors, buses, and interfaces
are often measured in GHz.
graphics mode — A video mode that can be defined as x horizontal pixels by y vertical
pixels by z colors. Graphics modes can display an unlimited variety of shapes and
fonts.
GUI — graphical user interface — Software that interacts with the user by means of
menus, windows, and icons. Most programs that operate on the Windows operating
systems are GUIs.
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hard drive — A drive that reads and writes data on a hard disk. The terms hard drive
and hard disk are often used interchangeably.
heat sink — A metal plate on some processors that helps dissipate heat.
hibernate mode — A power management mode that saves everything in memory to a
reserved space on the hard drive and then turns off the computer. When you restart
the computer, the memory information that was saved to the hard drive is
automatically restored.
HTTP — hypertext transfer protocol — A protocol for exchanging files between
computers connected to the Internet.
Hyper-Threading — Hyper-Threading is an Intel technology that can enhance overall
computer performance by allowing one physical processor to function as two logical
processors, capable of performing certain tasks simultaneously.
Hz — hertz — A unit of frequency measurement that equals 1 cycle per second.
Computers and electronic devices are often measured in kilohertz (kHz), megahertz
(MHz), gigahertz (GHz), or terahertz (THz).
IC — integrated circuit — A semiconductor wafer, or chip, on which thousands or
millions of tiny electronic components are fabricated for use in computer, audio, and
video equipment.
IDE — integrated device electronics — An interface for mass storage devices in which
the controller is integrated into the hard drive or CD drive.
IEEE 1394 — Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc. — A highperformance serial bus used to connect IEEE 1394-compatible devices, such as digital
cameras and DVD players, to the computer.
infrared sensor — A port that allows you to transfer data between the computer and
infrared-compatible devices without using a cable connection.
integrated — Usually refers to components that are physically located on the
computer’s system board. Also referred to as built-in.
I/O — input/output — An operation or device that enters and extracts data from your
computer. Keyboards and printers are I/O devices.
I/O address — An address in RAM that is associated with a specific device (such as a
serial connector, parallel connector, or expansion slot) and allows the processor to
communicate with that device.
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IrDA — Infrared Data Association — The organization that creates international
standards for infrared communications.
IRQ — interrupt request — An electronic pathway assigned to a specific device so
that the device can communicate with the processor. Each device connection must be
assigned an IRQ. Although two devices can share the same IRQ assignment, you
cannot operate both devices simultaneously.
ISP — Internet service provider — A company that allows you to access its host server
to connect directly to the Internet, send and receive e-mail, and access websites. The
ISP typically provides you with a software package, user name, and access phone
numbers for a fee.
Kb — kilobit — A unit of data that equals 1024 bits. A measurement of the capacity of
memory integrated circuits.
KB — kilobyte — A unit of data that equals 1024 bytes but is often referred to as
1000 bytes.
key combination — A command requiring you to press multiple keys at the same
time.
kHz — kilohertz — A measurement of frequency that equals 1000 Hz.
LAN — local area network — A computer network covering a small area. A LAN
usually is confined to a building or a few nearby buildings. A LAN can be connected to
another LAN over any distance through telephone lines and radio waves to form a
wide area network (WAN).
LCD — liquid crystal display — The technology used by portable computer and flatpanel displays.
LED — light-emitting diode — An electronic component that emits light to indicate
the status of the computer.
local bus — A data bus that provides a fast throughput for devices to the processor.
LPT — line print terminal — The designation for a parallel connection to a printer or
other parallel device.
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Mb — megabit — A measurement of memory chip capacity that equals 1024 Kb.
Mbps — megabits per second — One million bits per second. This measurement is
typically used for transmission speeds for networks and modems.
MB — megabyte — A measurement of data storage that equals 1,048,576 bytes. 1 MB
equals 1024 KB. When used to refer to hard drive storage, the term is often rounded to
1,000,000 bytes.
MB/sec — megabytes per second — One million bytes per second. This measurement
is typically used for data transfer ratings.
media bay — A bay that supports devices such as optical drives, a second battery, or a
Dell TravelLite™ module.
memory — A temporary data storage area inside your computer. Because the data in
memory is not permanent, it is recommended that you frequently save your files while
you are working on them, and always save your files before you shut down the
computer. Your computer can contain several different forms of memory, such as
RAM, ROM, and video memory. Frequently, the word memory is used as a synonym
for RAM.
memory address — A specific location where data is temporarily stored in RAM.
memory mapping — The process by which the computer assigns memory addresses to
physical locations at start-up. Devices and software can then identify information that
the processor can access.
memory module — A small circuit board containing memory chips, which connects to
the system board.
MHz — megahertz — A measure of frequency that equals 1 million cycles per second.
The speeds for computer processors, buses, and interfaces are often measured in MHz.
Mini PCI — A standard for integrated peripheral devices with an emphasis on
communications such as modems and NICs. A Mini PCI card is a small external card
that is functionally equivalent to a standard PCI expansion card.
Mini-Card — A small card designed for integrated peripherals, such as
communication NICs. The Mini-Card is functionally equivalent to a standard PCI
expansion card.
modem — A device that allows your computer to communicate with other computers
over analog telephone lines. Three types of modems include: external, PC Card, and
internal. You typically use your modem to connect to the Internet and exchange email.
module bay — See media bay.
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MP — megapixel — A measure of image resolution used for digital cameras.
ms — millisecond — A measure of time that equals one thousandth of a second.
Access times of storage devices are often measured in ms.
network adapter — A chip that provides network capabilities. A computer may
include a network adapter on its system board, or it may contain a PC Card with an
adapter on it. A network adapter is also referred to as a NIC (network interface
controller).
NIC — See network adapter.
notification area — The section of the Windows taskbar that contains icons for
providing quick access to programs and computer functions, such as the clock, volume
control, and print status. Also referred to as system tray.
ns — nanosecond — A measure of time that equals one billionth of a second.
NVRAM — nonvolatile random access memory — A type of memory that stores data
when the computer is turned off or loses its external power source. NVRAM is used for
maintaining computer configuration information such as date, time, and other system
setup options that you can set.
optical drive — A drive that uses optical technology to read or write data from CDs,
DVDs, or DVD+RWs. Example of optical drives include CD drives, DVD drives,
CD-RW drives, and CD-RW/DVD combo drives.
parallel connector — An I/O port often used to connect a parallel printer to your
computer. Also referred to as an LPT port.
partition — A physical storage area on a hard drive that is assigned to one or more
logical storage areas known as logical drives. Each partition can contain multiple
logical drives.
PC Card — A removable I/O card adhering to the PCMCIA standard. Modems and
network adapters are common types of PC Cards.
PCI — peripheral component interconnect — PCI is a local bus that supports 32-and
64-bit data paths, providing a high-speed data path between the processor and devices
such as video, drives, and networks.
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PCI Express — A modification to the PCI interface that boosts the data transfer rate
between the processor and the devices attached to it. PCI Express can transfer data at
speeds from 250 MB/sec to 4 GB/sec. If the PCI Express chip set and the device are
capable of different speeds, they will operate at the slower speed.
PCMCIA — Personal Computer Memory Card International Association — The
organization that establishes standards for PC Cards.
PIO — programmed input/output — A method of transferring data between two
devices through the processor as part of the data path.
pixel — A single point on a display screen. Pixels are arranged in rows and columns to
create an image. A video resolution, such as 800 x 600, is expressed as the number of
pixels across by the number of pixels up and down.
Plug-and-Play — The ability of the computer to automatically configure devices. Plug
and Play provides automatic installation, configuration, and compatibility with
existing hardware if the BIOS, operating system, and all devices are Plug and Play
compliant.
POST — power-on self-test — Diagnostics programs, loaded automatically by the
BIOS, that perform basic tests on the major computer components, such as memory,
hard drives, and video. If no problems are detected during POST, the computer
continues the start-up.
processor — A computer chip that interprets and executes program instructions.
Sometimes the processor is referred to as the CPU (central processing unit).
PS/2 — personal system/2 — A type of connector for attaching a PS/2-compatible
keyboard, mouse, or keypad.
PXE — pre-boot execution environment — A WfM (Wired for Management)
standard that allows networked computers that do not have an operating system to be
configured and started remotely.
RAID — redundant array of independent disks — A method of providing data
redundancy. Some common implementations of RAID include RAID 0, RAID 1,
RAID 5, RAID 10, and RAID 50.
RAM — random-access memory — The primary temporary storage area for program
instructions and data. Any information stored in RAM is lost when you shut down your
computer.
readme file — A text file included with a software package or hardware product.
Typically, readme files provide installation information and describe new product
enhancements or corrections that have not yet been documented.
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read-only — Data and/or files you can view but cannot edit or delete. A file can have
read-only status if:
• It resides on a physically write-protected floppy disk, CD, or DVD.
• It is located on a network in a directory and the system administrator has assigned
rights only to specific individuals.
refresh rate — The frequency, measured in Hz, at which your screen's horizontal lines
are recharged (sometimes also referred to as its vertical frequency). The higher the
refresh rate, the less video flicker can be seen by the human eye.
resolution — The sharpness and clarity of an image produced by a printer or displayed
on a monitor. The higher the resolution, the sharper the image.
RFI — radio frequency interference — Interference that is generated at typical radio
frequencies, in the range of 10 kHz to 100,000 MHz. Radio frequencies are at the
lower end of the electromagnetic frequency spectrum and are more likely to have
interference than the higher frequency radiations, such as infrared and light.
ROM — read-only memory — Memory that stores data and programs that cannot be
deleted or written to by the computer. ROM, unlike RAM, retains its contents after
you shut down your computer. Some programs essential to the operation of your
computer reside in ROM.
RPM — revolutions per minute — The number of rotations that occur per minute.
Hard drive speed is often measured in rpm.
RTC — real time clock — Battery-powered clock on the system board that keeps the
date and time after you shut down the computer.
RTCRST — real-time clock reset — A jumper on the system board of some computers
that can often be used for troubleshooting problems.
SAS — serial attached SCSI — A faster, serial version of the SCSI interface (as
opposed to the original SCSI parallel architecture).
SATA — serial ATA — A faster, serial version of the ATA (IDE) interface.
ScanDisk — A Microsoft utility that checks files, folders, and the hard disk’s surface
for errors. ScanDisk often runs when you restart the computer after it has stopped
responding.
SCSI — small computer system interface — A high-speed interface used to connect
devices to a computer, such as hard drives, CD drives, printers, and scanners. The
SCSI can connect many devices using a single controller. Each device is accessed by an
individual identification number on the SCSI controller bus.
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SDRAM — synchronous dynamic random-access memory — A type of DRAM that is
synchronized with the optimal clock 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 configure hardware and
software. The setup.exe or install.exe program comes with most Windows software
packages. Setup program differs from system setup.
shortcut — An icon that provides quick access to frequently used programs, files,
folders, and drives. When you place a shortcut on your Windows desktop and doubleclick the icon, you can open its corresponding folder or file without having to find it
first. Shortcut icons do not change the location of files. If you delete a shortcut, the
original file is not affected. Also, you can rename a shortcut icon.
SIM — Subscriber Identity Module — A SIM card contains a microchip that encrypts
voice and data transmissions. SIM cards can be used in phones or portable computers.
smart card — A card that is embedded with a processor and a memory chip. Smart
cards can be used to authenticate a user on computers equipped for smart cards.
S/PDIF — Sony/Philips Digital Interface — An audio transfer file format that allows
the transfer of audio from one file to another without converting it to and from an
analog format, which could degrade the quality of the file.
standby mode — A power management mode that shuts down all unnecessary
computer operations to save energy.
Strike Zone™ — Reinforced area of the platform base that protects the hard drive by
acting as a dampening device when a computer experiences resonating shock or is
dropped (whether the computer is on or off).
surge protectors — Prevent voltage spikes, such as those that may occur during an
electrical storm, from entering the computer through the electrical outlet. Surge
protectors do not protect against lightning strikes or against brownouts, which occur
when the voltage drops more than 20 percent below the normal AC-line voltage level.
Network connections cannot be protected by surge protectors. Always disconnect the
network cable from the network connector during electrical storms.
SVGA — super-video graphics array — A video standard for video cards and
controllers. Typical SVGA resolutions are 800 x 600 and 1024 x 768.
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The number 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 1280 x 1024.
SXGA+ — super-extended graphics array plus — A video standard for video cards and
controllers that supports resolutions up to 1400 x 1050.
system board — The main circuit board in your computer. Also known as the
motherboard.
system setup — A utility that serves as an interface between the computer hardware
and the operating system. System setup allows you to configure user-selectable options
in the BIOS, such as date and time or system password. Unless you understand what
effect the settings have on the computer, do not change the settings for this program.
TAPI — telephony application programming interface — Enables Windows programs
to operate with a wide variety of telephony devices, including voice, data, fax, and
video.
text editor — A program used to create and edit files that contain only text; for
example, Windows Notepad uses a text editor. Text editors do not usually provide
word wrap or formatting functionality (the option to underline, change fonts, and so
on).
TPM — trusted platform module — A hardware-based security feature that when
combined with security software enhances network and computer security by enabling
features such as file and e-mail protection.
travel module — A plastic device designed to fit inside the module bay of a portable
computer to reduce the weight of the computer.
UAC — user account control— Microsoft Windows Vista™ security feature that,
when enabled, provides an added layer of security between user accounts and access to
operating system settings.
UMA — unified memory allocation — System memory dynamically allocated to
video.
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UPS — uninterruptible power supply — A backup power source used when the
electrical power fails or drops to an unacceptable voltage level. A UPS keeps a
computer running for a limited amount of time when there is no electrical power. UPS
systems typically provide surge suppression and may also provide voltage regulation.
Small UPS systems provide battery power for a few minutes to enable you to shut
down your computer.
USB — universal serial bus — A hardware interface for a low-speed device such as a
USB-compatible keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, set of speakers, printer,
broadband devices (DSL and cable modems), imaging devices, or storage devices.
Devices are plugged directly in to a 4-pin socket on your computer or in to a multi-port
hub that plugs in to your computer. USB devices can be connected and disconnected
while the computer is turned on, and they can also be daisy-chained together.
UTP — unshielded twisted pair — Describes a type of cable used in most telephone
networks and some computer networks. Pairs of unshielded wires are twisted to protect
against electromagnetic interference, rather than relying on a metal sheath around
each pair of wires to protect against interference.
UXGA — ultra extended graphics array — A video standard for video cards and
controllers that supports resolutions up to 1600 x 1200.
video controller — The circuitry on a video card or on the system board (in computers
with an integrated video controller) that provides the video capabilities—in
combination with the monitor—for your computer.
video memory — Memory that consists of memory chips dedicated to video functions.
Video memory is usually faster than system memory. The amount of video memory
installed primarily influences the number of colors that a program can display.
video mode — A mode that describes how text and graphics are displayed on a
monitor. Graphics-based software, such as Windows operating systems, displays in
video modes that can be defined as x horizontal pixels by y vertical pixels by z colors.
Character-based software, such as text editors, displays in video modes that can be
defined as x columns by y rows of characters.
video resolution — See resolution.
virus — A program that is designed to inconvenience you or to destroy data stored on
your computer. A virus program moves from one computer to another through an
infected disk, software downloaded from the Internet, or e-mail attachments. When
an infected program starts, its embedded virus also starts.
A common type of virus is a boot virus, which is stored in the boot sectors of a floppy
disk. If the floppy disk is left in the drive when the computer is shut down and then
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turned on, the computer is infected when it reads the boot sectors of the floppy disk
expecting to find the operating system. If the computer is infected, the boot virus may
replicate itself onto all the floppy disks that are read or written in that computer until
the virus is eradicated.
V — volt — The measurement of electric potential or electromotive force. One V
appears across a resistance of 1 ohm when a current of 1 ampere flows through that
resistance.
W — watt — The measurement of electrical power. One W is 1 ampere of current
flowing at 1 volt.
WHr — watt-hour — A unit of measure commonly used to indicate the approximate
capacity of a battery. For example, a 66-WHr battery can supply 66 W of power for
1 hour or 33 W for 2 hours.
wallpaper — 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 media that cannot be changed. Use write-protection when
you want to protect data from being changed or destroyed. To write-protect a 3.5-inch
floppy disk, slide its write-protect tab to the open position.
WWAN — wireless wide area network. A wireless high-speed data network using
cellular technology and covering a much larger geographic area than WLAN.
WXGA — wide-aspect extended graphics array — A video standard for video cards
and controllers that supports resolutions up to 1280 x 800.
XGA — extended graphics array — A video standard for video cards and controllers
that supports resolutions up to 1024 x 768.
ZIF — zero insertion force — A type of socket or connector that allows a computer
chip to be installed or removed with no stress applied to either the chip or its socket.
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Zip — A popular data compression format. Files that have been compressed with the
Zip format are called Zip files and usually have a filename extension of .zip. A special
kind of zipped file is a self-extracting file, which has a filename extension of .exe. You
can unzip a self-extracting file by double-clicking it.
Zip drive — A high-capacity floppy drive developed by Iomega Corporation that uses
3.5-inch removable disks called Zip disks. Zip disks are slightly larger than regular
floppy disks, about twice as thick, and hold up to 100 MB of data.
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Index
Check Disk, 53
audio device
enabling, 38
cleaning
keyboard, 50
touch pad, 50
battery
problems, 51
BDs
about, 34
playing, 31
Blu-Ray Discs
playing, 31
boot sequence
about, 73
changing, 73-74
option settings, 73
booting
to a USB device, 73
brightness
adjusting, 47
CDs
about, 34
operating system, 13
playing, 31
computer
crashes, 56-57
restore to previous state, 78
specifications, 83
stops responding, 56
conflicts
software and hardware
incompatibilities, 78
contacting Dell, 95
copying BDs
general information, 34
helpful tips, 37
how to, 35
copying CDs
helpful tips, 37
how to, 35
copying DVDs
general information, 34
helpful tips, 37
how to, 35
Dell
contacting, 95
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Dell Diagnostics, 65
Dell support site, 12
e-mail
problems, 53
DellConnect, 90
diagnostics
Dell, 65
End User License Agreement, 10
display
adjusting brightness, 47
blank, 52
hard to read, 52
error messages
problems, 54
documentation
End User License Agreement, 10
ergonomics, 10
online, 12
Product Information Guide, 10
regulatory, 10
safety, 10
warranty, 10
Dolby headphones, setting
up, 39
hardware
conflicts, 78
Dell Diagnostics, 65
drivers, 75
about, 75
identifying, 76
reinstalling, 76
ergonomics information, 10
Factory Image Restore, 80
hard drive
problems, 53
Hardware Troubleshooter, 78
Help and Support, 13
Drivers and Utilities media
Dell Diagnostics, 65
drives
problems, 52
IEEE 1394
problems, 55
DVDs
about, 34
playing, 31
Internet
problems, 53
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Internet connection
about, 24
options, 24
setting up, 24
keyboard
cleaning, 50
optional wireless keyboard, 41
problems, 55
labels
Microsoft Windows, 11
Service Tag, 11
network
problems, 60
operating system
media, 81
reinstalling, 13
Operating System CD, 13
optical drive
problems, 53
phone numbers, 95
playing BDs, 31
Media Card Reader, 29
media memory cards
types, 29
memory
problems, 58
messages
error, 54
mouse
optional wireless mouse, 41
problems, 58
playing Blu-Ray Discs, 31
playing CDs, 31
playing DVDs, 31
power
button, 18
line conditioners, 28
problems, 60
protection devices, 28
surge protectors, 28
UPS, 28
power light
conditions, 60
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printer
cable, 26
connecting, 26
problems, 61
setting up, 26
USB, 27
problems (continued)
software, 57
volume adjusting, 63
problems
battery, 51
blue screen, 57
CD-RW drive, 53
computer crashes, 56-57
computer stops responding, 56
conflicts, 78
Dell Diagnostics, 65
display hard to read, 52
display is blank, 52
drives, 52
e-mail, 53
error messages, 54
general problems, 56
hard drive, 53
IEEE 1394, 55
Internet, 53
keyboard, 55
memory, 58
mouse, 58
network, 60
optical drive, 53
power, 60
power light conditions, 60
printer, 61
program crashes, 57
program stops responding, 57
restore to previous state, 78
scanner, 62
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Product Information Guide, 10
regulatory information, 10
S/PDIF digital audio
enabling, 38
safety instructions, 10
scanner
problems, 62
Service Tag, 11
software
conflicts, 78
problems, 57
speakers, 16
specifications, 83
Starting the Dell Diagnostics
From the Drivers and
Utilities CD, 66
Starting the Dell Diagnostics
From Your Hard Drive, 65
support
contacting Dell, 95
support website, 12
System Restore, 78
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system setup
entering, 69
options, 70
screens, 69
telephone numbers, 95
touch pad
cleaning, 50
customizing, 44
transferring information to a new
computer, 25
troubleshooting
conflicts, 78
Dell Diagnostics, 65
Hardware Troubleshooter, 78
Help and Support, 13
restore to previous state, 78
uninterruptible power supply.
See UPS
volume
adjusting, 63
warranty information, 10
Windows
Device Driver Rollback, 76
Hardware Troubleshooter, 78
System Restore, 78
Windows Easy Transfer
Wizard, 25
Windows Vista
Factory Image Restore, 80
Help and Support, 13
reinstalling, 13
System Restore, 78
Windows Easy Transfer
Wizard, 25
wizards
Windows Easy Transfer
Wizard, 25
UPS, 28
USB
booting to devices, 73
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Regulatory Statements for BCM94321MC
USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by tuning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
-Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.
-Connect the equipment to outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation.
To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, for mobile configurations, a
separation distance of at least 20 cm must be maintained between the antenna of this device and
all persons.
This device must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
Canada – Industry Canada (IC)
This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of this device.”
L ‘ utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux conditions suivantes : (1) il ne
doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) l’ utilisateur du dispositif doit étre prêt à accepter
tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, même si ce brouillage est susceptible de
compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif.
The term "IC" before the equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry
Canada technical specifications were met.
To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should
be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more than that
required for successful communication.
To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be
operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or
its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing.
Pour empecher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l'objet d'une licence,
il doit etre utilize a l'interieur et devrait etre place loin des fenetres afin de Fournier un
ecram de blindage maximal. Si le matriel (ou son antenne d'emission) est installe a
l'exterieur, il doit faire l'objet d'une licence.
Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation.
The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed
such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general
population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada’s website www.hcsc.gc.ca/rpb.

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