Ieee 1394 Device Problems; Keyboard Problems; External Keyboard Problems - Dell XPS 140M Owner's Manual

IEEE 1394 Device Problems

CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide
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1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel.
2 Click Printers and Other Hardware.
If your IEEE 1394 device is listed, Windows recognizes the device.
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IEEE 1394 device manufacturer. See "Contacting Dell" on page 145.
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IEEE 1394 device manufacturer. See "Contacting Dell" on page 145.
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Keyboard Problems

CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide
NOTE:
Use the integrated keyboard when running the Dell Diagnostics or the system setup program.
When you attach an external keyboard, the integrated keyboard remains fully functional.

External Keyboard problems

NOTE:
When you attach an external keyboard, the integrated keyboard remains fully functional.
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check it for damage, and firmly reconnect the cable.
If you are using a keyboard extension cable, disconnect it and connect the keyboard directly to
the computer.
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1 Shut down the computer, wait 1 minute, and turn it on again.
2 Verify that the numbers, capitals, and scroll lock lights on the keyboard blink during the boot
routine.
3 From the Windows desktop, click the Start button, point to Programs→ Accessories, and
then click Notepad.
4 Type some characters on the external keyboard and verify that they appear on the display.
If you cannot verify these steps, you may have a defective external keyboard.
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Shut down the computer. Disconnect the keyboard cable and
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