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Dell Precision™
Mobile Workstation M65
User's Guide
FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\title.fm
DELL CONFIDENTIAL – PRELIMINARY 1/25/07 – FOR PROOF ONLY
Template Last Updated - 7/01/2005
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  • Page 1 User’s Guide FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\title.fm DELL CONFIDENTIAL – PRELIMINARY 1/25/07 – FOR PROOF ONLY Template Last Updated - 7/01/2005 w w w . d e l l . c o m | s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m...
  • Page 2: Abbreviations And Acronyms

    Corporation; Microsoft, Outlook, and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation; EMC is a registered trademark of EMC Corporation; ENERGY STAR is a registered trademark of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. As an ENERGY STAR partner, Dell Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ......Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter ..... . .
  • Page 4 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\bookTOC.fm Using the Keyboard Numeric Keypad ....... . . Key Combinations .
  • Page 5 Enabling/Disabling the Dell Mobile Broadband Network Card ..Managing Your Network Settings Through the Dell QuickSet Location Profiler 49 Dell™ Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator ....
  • Page 6 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive ... . Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities CD ..Dell Diagnostics Main Menu .
  • Page 7 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\bookTOC.fm A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly ... . A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system 74 A solid blue screen appears .
  • Page 8 ........Returning a Hard Drive to Dell .
  • Page 9 Coin-Cell Battery ....... . 15 Dell™ QuickSet 16 Specifications 17 Getting Help Obtaining Assistance .
  • Page 10 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\bookTOC.fm CDs and DVDs ....... Macrovision Product Notice .
  • Page 11: Finding Information

    Documentation and drivers are already installed on your computer. You can use the CD to reinstall drivers (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 89) or to run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 63). Readme files may be included on your CD to...
  • Page 12 • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact technical support. It is recommended that you keep a copy of the Service Tag in a secure location in case your computer is lost or stolen.
  • Page 13 • Community — Online discussion with other Dell NOTE: Corporate, government, and education customers customers can also use the customized Dell Premier Support website at premier.support.dell.com. • Upgrades — Upgrade information for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system •...
  • Page 14 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\findinfo.fm What Are You Looking For? Find It Here • How to reinstall my operating system Operating System CD NOTE: The Operating System CD may be optional and may not ship with your computer. The operating system is already installed on your computer. To reinstall your operating system, use the optional Operating System CD (see "Restoring Your Operating System"...
  • Page 15: About Your Computer

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\about.fm About Your Computer Front View display latch touch pad/track stick buttons display track stick power button keyboard status lights device status lights volume control buttons speakers mute button keyboard ambient light sensor touch pad D E L L C O N F I D E N T I A L – P R E L I M I N A R Y 1 / 2 5 / 0 7 – F O R P R O O F O N LY About Your Computer...
  • Page 16 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\about.fm — Keeps the display closed. D I S P L A Y L A T C H — For more information about your display, see "Using the Display" on page 39. D I S P L A Y —...
  • Page 17 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\about.fm Turns on when you turn on the computer and blinks when the computer is in a power management mode. Turns on when the computer reads or writes data. NOTICE: To avoid loss of data, never turn off the computer while the light is flashing.
  • Page 18 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\about.fm K E Y B O A R D S T A T U S L I G H T S The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following: Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled. Turns on when the uppercase letter function is enabled.
  • Page 19: Left Side View

    CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Do not store your Dell™ computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire.
  • Page 20 — Turns on/off wireless devices such as Wi-Fi and internal cards with Bluetooth technology and W I R E L E S S S W I T C H scans for Wi-Fi networks. For more information about scanning for wireless networks, see "Dell™ Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator" on page 49.
  • Page 21 "off" Disables wireless devices "on" Enables wireless devices "momentary" Scans for Wi-Fi networks. See "Dell™ Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator" on page 49 for more information. ™ — The light operates as follows: A T C H E R L I G H T –...
  • Page 22: Right Side View

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\about.fm Right Side View media bay USB connectors — Supports a floppy drive, optical drives, or a second battery or second hard drive (see "Using M E D I A B A Y Multimedia" on page 37). US B C O N N E C T O R S Connect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer.
  • Page 23: Back View

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\about.fm Back View CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Do not store your computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire.
  • Page 24 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\about.fm U S B 2.0 P O W E R E D C O N N E C T O R Connects USB 2.0 compliant devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. Can also be used for peripherals that require more than 5 V of power.
  • Page 25 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\about.fm The AC adapter converts AC power to the DC power required by the computer. You can connect the AC adapter with your computer turned either on or off. CAUTION: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries.
  • Page 26: Bottom View

    D E V I C E C O N N E C T O R the Dell documentation that came with your docking device for more information. — The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the fan air vents, which prevents the F A N A I R V E N T S computer from overheating.
  • Page 27 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\about.fm CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Do not store your computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire.
  • Page 28 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\about.fm D E L L C O N F I D E N T I A L – P R E L I M I N A R Y 1 / 2 5 / 0 7 – F O R P R O O F O N LY About Your Computer...
  • Page 29: Using A Battery

    Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. Replace the battery only with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. The lithium ion battery is designed to work with your Dell computer. Do not use a battery from other computers with your computer.
  • Page 30: Checking The Battery Charge

    Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter If Dell QuickSet is installed, press <Fn><F3> to display the QuickSet Battery Meter. The Battery Meter displays status, battery health, charge level, and charge completion time for the battery in your computer.
  • Page 31: Low-Battery Warning

    NOTE: You can check battery health in one of two ways: by using the charge gauge on the battery as described below and by using the Battery Meter in Dell QuickSet. For information about QuickSet, right-click the icon in the taskbar, and click Help.
  • Page 32: Hibernate Mode

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\battery.fm • Click Start→ Shut Down→ Stand by. • Depending on how you set the power management options in the Power Options Properties window or the QuickSet Power Management Wizard, use one of the following methods: –...
  • Page 33: Configuring Power Management Settings

    Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. Replace the battery only with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. The battery is designed to work with your Dell™ computer. Do not use a battery from other computers with your computer.
  • Page 34: Storing A Battery

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\battery.fm 1 If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions. 2 Ensure that the computer is turned off. 3 Slide the battery-bay latch release on the bottom of the computer until the release clicks. 4 Using the tab on the battery, lift the battery out of the computer.
  • Page 35: Using The Keyboard

    <Fn><F3> Displays the Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter D E L L C O N F I D E N T I A L – P R E L I M I N A R Y 1 / 2 5 / 0 7 – F O R P R O O F O N LY...
  • Page 36: Display Functions

    Advanced tab in the Power Options Properties window (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 31). <Fn><F1> Puts the computer into hibernate mode. Dell QuickSet is required (see "Dell™ QuickSet" on page 115). ® ®...
  • Page 37: Touch Pad

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\keyboard.fm To adjust keyboard operation, such as the character repeat rate, open the Control Panel, click Printers and Other Hardware, and click Keyboard. For information about the Control Panel, see the Windows Help and Support Center (see "Windows Help and Support Center" on page 11). Touch Pad The touch pad detects the pressure and movement of your finger to allow you to move the cursor on the display.
  • Page 38: Customizing The Touch Pad And Track Stick

    You can replace your track stick cap if it wears down from prolonged use or if you prefer a different color. You can purchase additional caps by visiting the Dell website at www.dell.com. 1 Pull the cap off the track stick.
  • Page 39: Using Multimedia

    Using Multimedia Playing CDs or DVDs NOTICE: Do not press down on the CD or DVD tray when you open or close it. Keep the tray closed when you are not using the drive. NOTICE: Do not move the computer while playing CDs or DVDs. 1 Press the eject button on the front of the drive.
  • Page 40: Adjusting The Volume

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\media.fm NOTE: Ensure that you follow all copyright laws when you create CDs. Adjusting the Volume NOTE: When the speakers are muted, you do not hear the CD or DVD playing. Volume Control Window 1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs (or Programs)→ Accessories→ Entertainment (or Multimedia), and then click Volume Control.
  • Page 41: Using The Display

    Using the Display Adjusting Brightness When a Dell™ computer is running on battery power, you can conserve power by setting the brightness to the lowest comfortable setting by pressing <Fn> and the up- or down-arrow key on the keyboard. NOTE: Brightness key combinations only affect the display on your portable computer, not monitors or projectors that you attach to your portable computer or docking device.
  • Page 42: Dual Independent Display Mode

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\display.fm If the video resolution setting is higher than that supported by the display, the computer enters pan mode. In pan mode, the entire screen cannot be displayed at one time. For example, the taskbar that usually appears at the bottom of the desktop may no longer be visible.
  • Page 43: Using The Ambient Light Sensor

    ALS is disabled and the display brightness is increased or decreased accordingly. Dell™ QuickSet allows you to enable or disable the ALS feature. You can also adjust maximum and minimum brightness settings that are activated when you enable the ALS feature. For more information about QuickSet, right-click the icon in the taskbar, and click Help.
  • Page 44 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\display.fm D E L L C O N F I D E N T I A L – P R E L I M I N A R Y 1 / 2 5 / 0 7 – F O R P R O O F O N LY Using the Display...
  • Page 45: Using Networks

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\network.fm Using Networks Physically Connecting to a Network or Broadband Modem Before you connect your computer to a network that is not wireless, the computer must have a network cable connected to it. To connect a network cable: 1 Connect the network cable to the network adapter connector on the back of your computer.
  • Page 46: Wireless Local Area Network (Wlan)

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\network.fm NOTE: Selecting the connection method labeled This computer connects directly to the Internet enables the integrated firewall provided with Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2). 4 Complete the checklist. 5 Return to the Network Setup Wizard and follow the instructions on the screen. Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) A WLAN is a series of interconnected computers that communicate with each other over the air waves rather than through a network cable connected to each computer.
  • Page 47: Setting Up A New Wlan

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\network.fm NOTE: If your computer is set to the Classic Start menu option, you can view network connections by clicking the Start button, pointing to Settings, and then pointing to Network Connections. If Wireless Network Connection does not appear, you may not have a wireless network card.
  • Page 48: Connecting To A Wireless Local Area Network

    Verify the type of wireless network card installed in your computer and then search for that name on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. For information on the type of wireless network card that is installed in your computer, see "Checking Your Wireless Network Card" on page 44.
  • Page 49: Monitoring The Status Of Wireless Network Connections Through Dell™ Quickset

    For more information about the wireless activity indicator, see the Dell QuickSet Help file. For information about QuickSet and how to access the Dell QuickSet Help file, see "Dell™ QuickSet" on page 115. D E L L C O N F I D E N T I A L – P R E L I M I N A R Y 1 / 2 5 / 0 7 – F O R P R O O F O N LY...
  • Page 50: Mobile Broadband Or Wireless Wide Area Network (Wwan)

    Windows Help and Support Center. To access the Help and Support Center, see "Windows Help and Support Center" on page 11. The user's guide is also available on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com and on the CD included with your Mobile Broadband card if you purchased the card separately from your computer.
  • Page 51: Enabling/Disabling The Dell Mobile Broadband Network Card

    For information about Dell QuickSet, see "Dell™ QuickSet" on page 115. Dell™ Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator The wireless switch on your Dell computer uses the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator to scan specifically for WiFi wireless local area networks (LAN) in your vicinity.
  • Page 52: Internet Connection Firewall

    (system setup program) to control WiFi network connections. Because the Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator is disabled and not configured for use when your computer is shipped to you, you must first use Dell QuickSet to enable and configure the switch to control WiFi network connections.
  • Page 53: Using Cards

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\cards.fm Using Cards Card Types See "Specifications" on page 117 for information on supported card types. NOTE: A PC Card is not a bootable device. The PC Card slot has one connector that supports a single Type I or Type II card. The PC Card slot supports CardBus technology and extended PC Cards.
  • Page 54: Expresscard

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\cards.fm 2 Slide the card into the slot until the card is completely seated in its connector. If you encounter too much resistance, do not force the card. Check the card orientation and try again. The computer recognizes most cards and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. If the configuration program tells you to load the manufacturer's drivers, use the floppy disk or CD that came with the PC Card.
  • Page 55: Removing A Card Or Blank

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\cards.fm The computer recognizes most cards and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. If the configuration program tells you to load the manufacturer's drivers, use the floppy disk or CD that came with the card. If you have an adapter, such as the one shown below, you can use 34-mm ExpressCards in the PC Card slot.
  • Page 56 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\cards.fm D E L L C O N F I D E N T I A L – P R E L I M I N A R Y 1 / 2 5 / 0 7 – F O R P R O O F O N LY Using Cards...
  • Page 57: Securing Your Computer

    Your computer does not ship with a security cable lock. A security cable lock is a commercially available antitheft device. To use the lock, attach it to the security cable slot on your Dell™ computer. For more information, see the instructions included with the device.
  • Page 58: Installing A Smart Card

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\security.fm Installing a Smart Card You can install a smart card in the computer while the computer is running. The computer automatically detects the card. To install a smart card: 1 Hold the card so that the gold contact pad is facing upward and pointing toward the smart card slot. 1 gold contact pad 2 smart card (top) 2 Slide the smart card into the smart card slot until the card is completely seated in its connector.
  • Page 59: Passwords

    If you forget any of your passwords, contact your system administrator or contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 128). For your protection, Dell support staff will ask you for proof of your identity to ensure that only an authorized person can use the computer.
  • Page 60: Using An Administrator Password

    If you forget the primary password and do not have an administrator password assigned, or if you have both a primary and an administrator password assigned but forget them both, contact your system administrator or contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 128). Using a Hard Drive Password The hard drive password helps protect the data on your hard drive from unauthorized access.
  • Page 61: Trusted Platform Module (Tpm)

    To secure your TPM data and encryption keys, follow the backup procedures documented in the Archive and Restore section of the EMBASSY Security Center help file. In the event of these backups being incomplete, lost, or damaged, Dell will be unable to assist in the recovery of encrypted data. Enabling the TPM Feature 1 Enable the TPM software: Restart the computer and press <F2>...
  • Page 62: Computer Tracking Software

    Computer tracking software may enable you to locate your computer if it is lost or stolen. The software is optional and may be purchased when you order your Dell™ computer, or you can contact your Dell sales representative for information about this security feature.
  • Page 63: Troubleshooting

    NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD is optional and may not ship with your computer. Start the Dell Diagnostics from either your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities CD (also known as the ResourceCD). Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on your hard drive.
  • Page 64: Starting The Dell Diagnostics From The Drivers And Utilities Cd

    If the Pre-boot System Assessment completes successfully, you receive the message Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. Press any key to continue. 5 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 CD 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD.
  • Page 65 "Contacting Dell" on page 128 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. 3 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.
  • Page 66: Dell Support Utility

    4 When the tests are completed, if you are running the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities CD, remove the CD. 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.
  • Page 67: Drive Problems

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\trouble.fm For more information about the Dell Support Utility, click the question mark (?) at the top of the Dell ™ Support screen. Drive Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the...
  • Page 68: Hard Drive Problems

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\trouble.fm 3 Gently pull out the tray until it stops. If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound • Ensure that the sound is not caused by the program that is running. • Ensure that the disk or disc is inserted properly. Hard drive problems —...
  • Page 69: Error Messages

    Internet, your computer might be infected with spyware. Use an anti-virus program that includes anti-spyware protection (your program may require an upgrade) to scan the computer and remove spyware. For more information, go to support.dell.com and search for spyware...
  • Page 70 E Y B O A R D S T U C K K E Y F A I L U R E computer, and avoid touching the keyboard or keys during the boot routine. Run the Stuck Key test in the Dell D E L L C O N F I D E N T I A L –...
  • Page 71 O B O O T S E C T O R O N H A R D D R I V E on page 128). No timer tick interrupt. A chip on the system board may be malfunctioning. Run the System Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 63).
  • Page 72: Ieee 1394 Device Problems

    N E X P E C T E D I N T E R R U P T I N P R O T E C T E D M O D E module may be loose. Run the System Memory tests and the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics"...
  • Page 73: External Keyboard Problems

    U N T H E K E Y B O A R D D I A G N O S T I C S T E S T S (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 63). If the tests indicate a defective external keyboard, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell"...
  • Page 74: The Computer Does Not Start Up

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\trouble.fm The computer does not start up N S U R E T H A T T H E A D A P T E R I S F I R M L Y C O N N E C T E D T O T H E C O M P U T E R A N D T O T H E E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T The computer stops responding NOTICE: You might lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown.
  • Page 75: Memory Problems

    Internet, your computer might be infected with spyware. Use an anti-virus program that includes anti-spyware protection (your program may require an upgrade) to scan the computer and remove spyware. For more information, go to support.dell.com and search for spyware the keyword —...
  • Page 76: General

    Center. To access the Help and Support Center, see "Windows Help and Support Center" on page 11. The user's guide is also available on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com and on the CD included with your Mobile Broadband card if you purchased the card separately from your computer.
  • Page 77: Pc Card Or Expresscard Problems

    If the battery status light rapidly flashes orange, the battery may be defective. Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 128).
  • Page 78: Ensuring Sufficient Power For Your Computer

    Dell D/Dock. Docking While the Computer Is Running If a computer is connected to the Dell D/Dock or Dell D/Port while the computer is running, presence of the docking device is ignored until the AC adapter is connected to the computer.
  • Page 79: Scanner Problems

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\trouble.fm as a lamp. — E R I F Y T H A T T H E P R I N T E R I S R E C O G N I Z E D B Y I N D O W S 1 Click Start→...
  • Page 80: No Sound From External Speakers

    See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 89 — E I N S T A L L T H E A U D I O D R I V E R — See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 63. U N T H E E L L...
  • Page 81: Video And Display Problems

    E S T T H E M O U S E C O N T R O L L E R operation of the touch pad or mouse buttons, run the Mouse test in the Pointing Devices test group in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics"...
  • Page 82: If Only Part Of The Display Is Readable

    I D E O D I A G N O S T I C S T E S T S display is not completely blank, run the Video device group in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on contact Dell (see page 63).
  • Page 83: System Setup Program

    System security and hard-drive password settings NOTICE: Unless you are an expert computer user or are directed to do so by Dell technical support, do not change the system setup settings. Certain changes might make your computer work incorrectly. Viewing the System Setup Screens 1 Turn on (or restart) your computer.
  • Page 84: Commonly Used Settings

    You can set a one-time-only boot sequence without entering the system setup program. (You can also use this procedure to boot the Dell Diagnostics on the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive.) 1 Shut down the computer through the Start menu.
  • Page 85: Changing Com Ports

    3 Connect the computer to an electrical outlet. 4 Turn on the computer. When the DELL logo appears, press <F12> immediately. If you wait too long and the Windows logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Windows desktop. Then shut down your computer and try again.
  • Page 86 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\setup.fm D E L L C O N F I D E N T I A L – P R E L I M I N A R Y 1 / 2 5 / 0 7 – F O R P R O O F O N LY System Setup Program...
  • Page 87: Traveling With Your Computer

    Write down your Service Tag and store it in a safe place away from the computer or carrying case. Use the Service Tag if you need to report a loss or theft to law enforcement officials and to Dell. ®...
  • Page 88: Traveling By Air

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\travel.fm • Consider changing your power management options to maximize battery operating time (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 31). • If you are traveling internationally, carry proof of ownership—or of your right to use the computer if it is company-owned—to speed your passage through customs.
  • Page 89: Reinstalling Software

    NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your Drivers and Utilities CD provide approved drivers for Dell™ computers. If you install drivers obtained from other sources, your computer might not work correctly. Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback If a problem occurs on your computer after you install or update a driver, use Windows XP Device Driver Rollback to replace the driver with the previously installed version.
  • Page 90 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\software.fm 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ System. 2 Click Hardware→ Device Manager. 3 Right-click the device for which the new driver was installed and click Properties. 4 Click Drivers→ Roll Back Driver. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore to return your computer to the operating state that existed before you installed the new driver (see "Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore"...
  • Page 91: Resolving Software And Hardware Incompatibilities

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\software.fm Manually Reinstalling Drivers NOTE: If you are reinstalling an infrared sensor driver, you must first enable the infrared sensor in the system setup program (see "Enabling the Infrared Sensor" on page 85) before continuing with the driver installation. 1 After extracting the driver files to your hard drive as described in the previous section, right-click My Computer on the Windows desktop→...
  • Page 92 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. Creating a Restore Point 1 Click Start→ Help and Support.
  • Page 93: Using The Operating System Cd

    Therefore, do not reinstall Windows XP unless a Dell technical support representative instructs you to do so. 1 Save and close any open files and exit any open programs.
  • Page 94 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\software.fm D E L L C O N F I D E N T I A L – P R E L I M I N A R Y 1 / 2 5 / 0 7 – F O R P R O O F O N LY Reinstalling Software...
  • Page 95: Adding And Replacing Parts

    You have performed the steps in "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 95 and "Before Working Inside Your Computer" on page 95. • You have read the safety information in your Dell™ Product Information Guide. Recommended Tools The procedures in this document may require the following tools: •...
  • Page 96: Hard Drive

    Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell. NOTE: If you are installing a hard drive from a source other than Dell, you need to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on the new hard drive.
  • Page 97 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\parts.fm 2 Turn the computer upside-down, and remove the two screws that secure the hard drive carrier to the chassis. screws (2) NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic packaging. See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge"...
  • Page 98: Returning A Hard Drive To Dell

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\parts.fm Returning a Hard Drive to Dell Return your old hard drive to Dell in its original or comparable foam packaging. Otherwise, the hard drive may be damaged in transit. foam packaging hard drive Media Bay...
  • Page 99: Removing And Installing Media Bay Devices

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\parts.fm 1 device security screw 2 device latch release Removing and Installing Media Bay Devices NOTE: If the device security screw is not installed, you can remove and install devices while the computer is running and connected to a docking device (docked). NOTICE: To prevent damage to devices, store them in a safe, dry place when they are not installed in the computer.
  • Page 100: Hinge Cover

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\parts.fm 5 Push the new device into the bay until it clicks. Hinge Cover CAUTION: Product Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Information Guide NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).
  • Page 101: Keyboard

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\parts.fm hinge cover indent 4 Ease the hinge cover up, moving from right to left, and remove it. 5 To replace the hinge cover, insert the left edge of the cover into the hinge cover slot, and press from left to right until the cover snaps into place.
  • Page 102 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\parts.fm 5 Pull up on the pull-tab to disconnect the keyboard cable connector from the keyboard connector on the system board. keyboard keyboard screws cable connector keyboard connector NOTICE: To avoid scratching the palm rest when replacing the keyboard, hook the tabs along the front edge of the keyboard into the palm rest, and then secure the keyboard in place.
  • Page 103: Memory

    "Specifications" on page 117 for information on the memory supported by your computer. Install only memory modules that are intended for your computer. NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty. CAUTION: Product Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the...
  • Page 104 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\parts.fm memory module securing clips (2) NOTICE: Insert memory modules at a 45-degree angle to avoid damaging the connector. NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot properly. No error message indicates this failure.
  • Page 105 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\parts.fm 2 Turn the computer upside-down, loosen the captive screw on the memory module cover, and then remove the cover. captive screw NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the memory-module securing clips.
  • Page 106 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\parts.fm memory module securing clips (2) NOTICE: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module in the connector labeled “DIMMA” before you install a module in the connector labeled “DIMMB.” Insert memory modules at a 45-degree angle to avoid damaging the connector.
  • Page 107: Subscriber Identity Module (Sim) Card

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\parts.fm To confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer, click the Start button, click Help and Support, and then click Computer Information. Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) Card CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin"...
  • Page 108: Wireless Local Area Network (Wlan) Cards

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\parts.fm Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Cards 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 95. 2 Remove the hinge cover (see "Hinge Cover" on page 100). 3 Remove the keyboard (see "Keyboard" on page 101). 4 Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of the computer.
  • Page 109: Mobile Broadband Cards

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\parts.fm WLAN card metal securing tabs (2) Lift the card out of its connector. NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the connectors and realign the card. NOTE: Do not insert a Mobile Broadband network card into the WLAN card slot. NOTE: The WLAN card may have two or three connectors, depending on the type of card you ordered.
  • Page 110 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\parts.fm 3 Remove the keyboard (see "Keyboard" on page 101). 4 Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of the computer. NOTE: If you leave the area, ground yourself again when you return to the computer. 5 If a card is not already installed, go to step 6.
  • Page 111: Internal Card With Bluetooth ® Wireless Technology

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\parts.fm Mobile Broadband card metal securing tabs (2) Lift the card out of its connector. NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the connectors and realign the card. 6 Install the card: NOTICE: To avoid damaging the Mobile Broadband card, never place cables on top of or under the card.
  • Page 112 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\parts.fm NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you begin working inside the computer. If you ordered an internal card with Bluetooth wireless technology with your computer, it is already installed.
  • Page 113: Coin-Cell Battery

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\parts.fm card card connector card cable connector Coin-Cell Battery CAUTION: Product Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in your Information Guide NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching a connector on the back panel of the computer.
  • Page 114 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\parts.fm 1 mylar 2 coin-cell battery 3 battery cable connector 4 Remove the battery cable connector from the connector on the system board. 5 Being careful not to break the plastic, slightly raise the corner of the mylar above the battery. 6 While holding the mylar, grasp the battery and pull out of the battery compartment.
  • Page 115: Dell™ Quickset

    • Power management • Display • System information Depending on what you want to do in Dell™ QuickSet, you can start it by either clicking, double-clicking, ® ® or right-clicking the QuickSet icon, , in the Microsoft Windows taskbar. The taskbar is located in the lower-right corner of your screen.
  • Page 116 D E L L C O N F I D E N T I A L – P R E L I M I N A R Y 1 / 2 5 / 0 7 – F O R P R O O F O N LY Dell™ QuickSet...
  • Page 117: Specifications

    Specifications Processor ® ™ Processor type Intel Core Duo processor ® NOTE: Your computer may have an Intel ™ Core Solo processor, depending on your order configuration. L1 cache 64 KB (internal) L2 cache 2 MB (on die) External bus frequency 667 MHz System Information System chipset...
  • Page 118 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\specs.fm Smart Card (continued) WHQL certification PC/SC Compatibility compatible within a PKI environment Insert/eject cycles certified for up to 100,000 cycles Memory Memory module connector two user-accessible SODIMM sockets Memory module capacities 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, and 2 GB Memory type 533/667 DDRII SDRAM Minimum memory...
  • Page 119 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\specs.fm Communications (continued) ® Wireless internal WLAN, WWAN, and Bluetooth wireless support (if optional cards are purchased) Graphics Data bus PCI Express Controller/ Memory 512 MB NVIDIA Quadro FX 350M TurboCache NOTE: The total of local and shared system memory used by this video card is up to 512 MB.
  • Page 120 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\specs.fm Display (continued) Diagonal 391.16 mm (15.4 inches) Operating angle 0° (closed) to 180° Viewing angles: WXGA horizontal 40/40° WXGA vertical 10/30° WSXGA+ horizontal 65/65° WSXGA+ vertical 50/50° WUXGA horizontal 65/65° WUXGA vertical 50/50° Pixel pitch: WXGA 0.2588 (15.4-inch) WSXGA+...
  • Page 121 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\specs.fm Touch Pad Height 48.88-mm (1.92-inch) rectangle Track Stick X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) 250 count/sec @ 100 gf Size protrudes 0.5 mm higher than surrounding keycaps Battery Type: 9-cell lithium-ion battery 85 WHr 6-cell lithium-ion battery 53 WHr Dimensions: Depth...
  • Page 122 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\specs.fm AC Adapter Input voltage 100–240 VAC Input current (maximum) 1.5 A Input frequency 50–60 Hz Output current 4.62 A Output power 90 W Rated output voltage 19.5 VDC Dimensions: Height 27.94 mm (1.1 inches) Width 58.42 mm (2.3 inches) Depth 133.85 mm (5.25 inches)
  • Page 123 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\specs.fm Environmental (continued) Storage 1.30 GRMS Maximum shock (measured with hard drive in head-parked position and a 2-ms half-sine pulse): Operating 122 G Storage 163 G Altitude (maximum): Operating –15.2 to 3048 m (–50 to 10,000 ft) Storage –15.2 to 10,668 m (–50 to 35,000 ft) D E L L C O N F I D E N T I A L –...
  • Page 124 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\specs.fm D E L L C O N F I D E N T I A L – P R E L I M I N A R Y 1 / 2 5 / 0 7 – F O R P R O O F O N LY Specifications...
  • Page 125: Getting Help

    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.
  • Page 126: Autotech Service

    For the telephone number to call, see the contact numbers for your region. 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.
  • Page 127: Problems With Your Order

    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 to speak to a sales specialist, see the contact numbers for your region.
  • Page 128: Contacting Dell

    Address: Phone number: Service Tag (bar code on the back 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...
  • Page 129 If you do not see a telephone number listed that is specific for XPS portable computers, you may contact Dell through the support number listed and your call will be routed appropriately. When you need to contact Dell, use the electronic addresses, telephone numbers, and codes provided in the following table.
  • Page 130 0820 240 530 14 Preferred Accounts/Corporate Customer Care 0820 240 530 16 Support for XPS portable computers only 0820 240 530 81 Home/Small Business Support for all other Dell 0820 240 530 14 computers Preferred Accounts/Corporate Support 0660 8779 Switchboard...
  • Page 131 E-mail for French-speaking Customers: support.euro.dell.com/be/fr/emaildell/ Country Code: 32 Support for XPS portable computers only 02 481 92 96 City Code: 2 Support for all other Dell computers 02 481 92 88 Support Fax 02 481 92 95 Customer Care 02 713 15 65...
  • Page 132 Country Code: 86 Support E-mail: cn_support@dell.com City Code: 592 Customer Care E-mail: customer_cn@dell.com Support Fax 592 818 1350 Support (Dell™ Dimension™ and Inspiron) toll-free: 800 858 2969 Support (OptiPlex™, Latitude™, and Dell toll-free: 800 858 0950 Precision™) Support (servers and storage)
  • Page 133 Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/dk/da/emaildell/ Country Code: 45 Support for XPS portable computers only 7010 0074 Support for all other Dell computers 7023 0182 Customer Care (Relational) 7023 0184 Home/Small Business Customer Care 3287 5505 Switchboard (Relational)
  • Page 134 E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/fr/fr/emaildell/ Country Code: 33 Home and Small Business City Codes: (1) (4) Support for XPS portable computers only 0825 387 129 Support for all other Dell computers 0825 387 270 Customer Care 0825 823 833 Switchboard 0825 004 700...
  • Page 135 Hong Kong Website: support.ap.dell.com International Access Code: 001 Support E-mail: apsupport@dell.com Country Code: 852 Support (Dimension and Inspiron) 2969 3188 Support (OptiPlex, Latitude, and Dell Precision) 2969 3191 Support (PowerApp™, PowerEdge™, 2969 3196 PowerConnect™, and PowerVault™) Customer Care 3416 0910...
  • Page 136 E-mail: dell_direct_support@dell.com Country Code: 353 Support for XPS portable computers only 1850 200 722 City Code: 1 Support for all other Dell computers 1850 543 543 U.K. Support (dial within U.K. only) 0870 908 0800 Home User Customer Care 01 204 4014...
  • Page 137 0120-198-226 Support outside of Japan (Dimension and Inspiron) 81-44-520-1435 Support (Dell Precision, OptiPlex, and Latitude) toll-free:0120-198-433 Support outside of Japan (Dell Precision, OptiPlex, 81-44-556-3894 and Latitude) Support (PDAs, projectors, printers, routers) toll-free: 0120-981-690 Support outside of Japan (PDAs, projectors,...
  • Page 138 Transaction Sales (Xiamen, China) 29 693 115 Malaysia (Penang) Website: support.ap.dell.com International Access Code: 00 Support (Dell Precision, OptiPlex, and Latitude) toll-free: 1 800 880 193 Country Code: 60 Support (Dimension, Inspiron, and Electronics and toll-free: 1 800 881 306...
  • Page 139 Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 Support for XPS portable computers only 020 674 45 94 Country Code: 31 Support for all other Dell computers 020 674 45 00 City Code: 20 Support Fax 020 674 47 66 Home/Small Business Customer Care...
  • Page 140 Norway (Lysaker) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/no/no/emaildell/ Country Code: 47 Support for XPS portable computers only 815 35 043 Support for all other Dell products 671 16882 Relational Customer Care 671 17575 Home/Small Business Customer Care 23162298 Switchboard...
  • Page 141 International Access Code: 005 Support (Dimension, Inspiron, and Electronics and toll-free: 1800 394 7430 Accessories) Country Code: 65 Support (OptiPlex, Latitude, and Dell Precision) toll-free: 1800 394 7488 Support (PowerApp, PowerEdge, PowerConnect, toll-free: 1800 394 7478 and PowerVault) Customer Care...
  • Page 142 Area Codes, International Access Code Website and E-Mail Address Local Numbers, and Country Code Toll-Free Numbers City Code South Africa (Johannesburg) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: E-mail: dell_za_support@dell.com 09/091 Gold Queue 011 709 7713 Country Code: 27 Support 011 709 7710...
  • Page 143 E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/se/sv/emaildell/ Country Code: 46 Support for XPS portable computers only 0771 340 340 City Code: 8 Support for all other Dell products 08 590 05 199 Relational Customer Care 08 590 05 642 Home/Small Business Customer Care 08 587 70 527...
  • Page 144 Local Numbers, and Country Code Toll-Free Numbers City Code Thailand Website: support.ap.dell.com International Access Code: 001 Support (OptiPlex, Latitude, and Dell Precision) toll-free: 1800 0060 07 Country Code: 66 Support (PowerApp, PowerEdge, PowerConnect, toll-free: 1800 0600 09 and PowerVault) Customer Care...
  • Page 145 1-888-798-7561 Software and Peripherals Sales toll-free: 1-800-671-3355 Spare Parts Sales toll-free: 1-800-357-3355 Extended Service and Warranty Sales toll-free: 1-800-247-4618 toll-free: 1-800-727-8320 Dell Services for the Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, or toll-free: 1-877-DELLTTY Speech-Impaired (1-877-335-5889) U.S. Virgin Islands General Support 1-877-673-3355 Venezuela...
  • Page 146 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\help.fm D E L L C O N F I D E N T I A L – P R E L I M I N A R Y 1 / 2 5 / 0 7 – F O R P R O O F O N LY...
  • Page 147: Appendix

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\appendix.fm Appendix Cleaning Your Computer CAUTION: Product Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Information Guide Computer, Keyboard, and Display CAUTION: Before you clean your computer, disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet and remove any installed batteries.
  • Page 148: Macrovision Product Notice

    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.
  • Page 149 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. The following information is provided on the device or devices covered in this document in compliance...
  • Page 150 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\appendix.fm D E L L C O N F I D E N T I A L – P R E L I M I N A R Y 1 / 2 5 / 0 7 – F O R P R O O F O N LY Appendix...
  • Page 151: Glossary

    FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\glossary.fm Glossary Terms in this Glossary are provided for data files from your hard drive regularly. informational purposes only and may or may not battery — A rechargeable internal power source used to describe features included with your particular operate portable computers when not connected to an AC adapter and an electrical outlet.
  • Page 152 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\glossary.fm bus — A communication pathway between the CD-RW/DVD drive — A drive, sometimes referred to as a components in your computer. combo drive, that can read CDs and DVDs and write to CD-RW (rewritable CDs) and CD-R (recordable CDs) bus speed —...
  • Page 153 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\glossary.fm it is typically used to connect PS/2 keyboard or mouse DVD. Data can be recorded only once onto a DVD-R. cable connectors. Once recorded, the data cannot be erased or written over. disk striping — A technique for spreading data over DVD+RW —...
  • Page 154 Express Service Code — A numeric code located on a 1,000,000,000 bytes. sticker on your Dell™ computer. Use the Express Service GHz — gigahertz — A measurement of frequency that Code when contacting Dell for assistance. Express Service equals one thousand million Hz, or one thousand MHz.
  • Page 155 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\glossary.fm ISP — Internet service provider — A company that allows exchanging files between computers connected to the Internet. you to access its host server to connect directly to the Internet, send and receive e-mail, and access websites. Hz —...
  • Page 156 — A bay that supports devices such as optical parallel connector — An I/O port often used to connect a drives, a second battery, or a Dell TravelLite™ module. parallel printer to your computer. Also referred to as an monitor —...
  • Page 157 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\glossary.fm assigned to one or more logical storage areas known as to as the CPU (central processing unit). logical drives. Each partition can contain multiple logical program — Any software that processes data for you, drives. including spreadsheet, word processor, database, and PC Card —...
  • Page 158 Service Tag — A bar code label on your computer that Network connections cannot be protected by surge identifies your computer when you access Dell Support at protectors. Always disconnect the network cable from the support.dell.com or when you call Dell for customer network connector during electrical storms.
  • Page 159 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\glossary.fm are 800 x 600 and 1024 x 768. dynamically allocated to video. The number of colors and resolution that a program UPS — uninterruptible power supply — A backup power displays depends on the capabilities of the monitor, the source used when the electrical power fails or drops to an video controller and its drivers, and the amount of video unacceptable voltage level.
  • Page 160 FILE LOCATION: C:\Documents and Settings\reggie_davis\Desktop\Projects-07\BEN\Source\glossary.fm vertical pixels by z colors. Character-based software, such being changed or destroyed. To write-protect a 3.5-inch as text editors, displays in video modes that can be floppy disk, slide its write-protect tab to the open defined as x columns by y rows of characters.

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