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Dell 6400 Owner's Manual

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Dell™ Inspiron™ 6400/E1505
Owner's Manual
Model PP20L
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  • Page 1 Dell™ Inspiron™ 6400/E1505 Owner’s Manual Model PP20L 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 Inc.; Core is a trademark and Intel and Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation; Microsoft, Outlook, and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation; Bluetooth is a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Dell under license;...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Finding Information About Your Computer Determining Your Computer’s Configuration Front View ........Left Side View .
  • Page 4 ........Customizing the Touch Pad Using a Battery Battery Performance Checking the Battery Charge Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter ® Microsoft Windows Charge Gauge...
  • Page 5 ......Using Dell Media Experience™ and Dell MediaDirect™ If the computer is turned on or in standby mode...
  • Page 6 ....... . . Dell Support Utility Accessing the Dell Support Utility Clicking the Dell Support Icon...
  • Page 7 ......Dell MediaDirect problems ......
  • Page 8 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Restoring Your Operating System Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec Using the Operating System CD 11 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Begin ....... .
  • Page 9 ....... Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only) Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals Definition of "Third-Party"...
  • Page 10 Glossary ........Index ........Contents...

  • Page 11: Finding Information

    Documentation and drivers are already installed on your computer. You can use the CD to reinstall drivers (see page 100) or to run the Dell Diagnostics (see page 79). Readme files may be included on your CD to...
  • Page 12 Service Tag and Microsoft Windows These labels are located on the bottom of • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact technical support. • Enter the Express Service Code to direct your call when contacting technical support.
  • Page 13 Access the Dell Support Utility from the icon in the taskbar. For more information, see "Dell Support Utility" on page 82. Windows Help and Support Center Click the Start button and click Help and Support.
  • Page 14 Windows System Restore returns your computer to an earlier operating state without affecting data files. • Dell PC Restore — Dell PC Restore returns your computer to its original operating state. Dell PC Restore may not ship with your computer.

  • Page 15: About Your Computer

    About Your Computer Determining Your Computer’s Configuration Based on selections that you made when purchasing your computer, your computer has one of several different video controller configurations. To determine your computer’s video controller configuration: ® 1 Access the Microsoft Windows and Support Center"...

  • Page 16: Front View

    D I S P L A Y — For more information about your display, see "Using the Display" on page 33. About Your Computer touch pad media control buttons speakers (2) touch pad buttons keyboard Dell MediaDirect™ button keyboard and wireless status lights display latches (2)
  • Page 17 P O W E R B U T T O N Press the power button to turn on the computer or to enter or exit a power management mode. See "Power Management Modes" on page 41. D E V I C E S T A T U S L I G H T S Turns on when you turn on the computer, and blinks when the computer is in a power management mode.
  • Page 18 I R E C T ™ B U T T O N Windows Media Center Edition or another version of Windows XP with Dell Media Experience if either of these media applications is installed. About Your Computer — You can press the Dell MediaDirect button...
  • Page 19 K E Y B O A R D A N D W I R E L E S S S T A T U S L I G H T S The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following: D I S P L A Y L A T C H E S —...

  • Page 20: Left Side View

    Left Side View air vent security cable slot 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 21: Right Side View

    O P T I C A L D R I V E B A Y — You can install devices such as a DVD drive or other optical drive in the optical drive bay. For more information, see "Optical Drive" on page 111. O P T I C A L D R I V E T R A Y E J E C T B U T T O N...

  • Page 22: Back View

    A U D I O C O N N E C T O R S Attach headphones or speakers to the Attach a microphone to the U S B C O N N E C T O R S Connect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. You can also connect the optional floppy drive directly to a USB connector using the optional floppy- drive cable.
  • Page 23 A D A P T E R C O N N E C T O R — Attaches an AC adapter to the computer. 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.

  • Page 24: Bottom View

    Bottom View battery charge gauge optical-drive locking screw battery-bay latch release B A T T E R Y C H A R G E G A U G E — Provides information on the battery charge status. See "Checking the Battery Charge" on page 40.

  • Page 25: Setting Up Your Computer

    Setting Up Your Computer Connecting to the Internet NOTE: ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country. To connect to the Internet, you need a modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP). Your ISP will offer one or more of the following Internet connection options: •...

  • Page 26: Transferring Information To A New Computer

    • If you have already obtained setup information from your ISP but you did not receive a setup CD, click Set up my connection manually. • If you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISP. 5 Click Next.

  • Page 27: Running The Files And Settings Transfer Wizard Without The Operating System Cd

    Prepare the New Computer for the File Transfer 1 Start the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard. 2 When the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard welcome screen appears, click Next. 3 On the Which computer is this? screen, click New Computer and click Next. 4 On the Do you have a Windows XP CD? screen, click I will use the wizard from the Windows XP CD and click Next.
  • Page 28 When all of the settings and files have been applied, the Finished screen appears. 3 Click Finished and restart the new computer. NOTE: For more information about this procedure, search dell.support.com for document #PA1089586 (How Do I Transfer Files From My Old Computer to My New Dell Computer Using the Microsoft System?).

  • Page 29: Setting Up A Printer

    Setting Up a Printer NOTICE: Complete the operating system setup before you connect a printer to the computer. See the documentation that came with the printer for setup information, including how to: • Obtain and install updated drivers. • Connect the printer to the computer. •...

  • Page 30: Power Protection Devices

    USB connector on computer 3 Turn on the printer and then turn on the computer. If the Add New Hardware Wizard window appears, click Cancel. 4 Install the printer driver if necessary. See the documentation that came with your printer. Power Protection Devices Several devices are available to protect against power fluctuations and failures: •...

  • Page 31: Line Conditioners

    NOTICE: Most surge protectors do not protect against power fluctuations or power interruptions caused by nearby lightning strikes. When lightning occurs in your area, disconnect the telephone line from the telephone wall jack and disconnect your computer from the electrical outlet. Many surge protectors have a telephone jack for modem protection.
  • Page 32 Setting Up Your Computer...

  • Page 33: 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 34 3 Under Pick a task..., click the area you want to change, or under or pick a Control Panel icon, click Display. 4 Try different settings for Color quality and Screen resolution. NOTE: As the resolution increases, icons and text appear smaller on the screen. Using the Display...

  • Page 35: Using The Keyboard And Touch Pad

    Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on an external keyboard. Each key on the keypad has multiple functions. The keypad numbers and symbols are marked in blue on the right of the keypad keys.

  • Page 36: Key Combinations

    Key Combinations System Functions <Ctrl><Shift><Esc> Opens the Task Manager window. Display Functions <Fn><F8> Displays icons representing all currently available display options (for example, display only, external monitor or projector only, both display and projector, and so on). Highlight the desired icon to switch the display to that option.

  • Page 37: Microsoft ® Windows ® Logo Key Functions

    ® ® Microsoft Windows Logo Key Functions Windows logo key and Minimizes all open windows. <m> Windows logo key and Restores all minimized windows. This command <Shift><m> functions as a toggle to restore (maximize) all windows previously minimized with the use of the Windows logo key and <m>...

  • Page 38: Touch Pad

    Touch Pad The touch pad detects the pressure and movement of your finger to allow you to move the cursor on the display. Use the touch pad and touch pad buttons as you would use a mouse. touch pad • To move the cursor, lightly slide your finger over the touch pad.

  • Page 39: 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 battery is designed to work with your Dell computer. Do not use a battery from other computers with your computer.

  • Page 40: 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, charge level, and charge completion time for the battery in your computer. For information about QuickSet, right-click the ®...

  • Page 41: Low-Battery Warning

    You can check battery health in one of two ways: by using the charge gauge on the battery as described below or by using the Battery Meter in Dell QuickSet. For information about QuickSet, right-click the the taskbar, and click Help.
  • Page 42 To enter standby mode: • Click the Start button, click Turn off computer, and then click Stand by. • Depending on how you set the power management options on the Advanced tab (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 43) in the Power Options Properties window, use one of the following methods: –...

  • Page 43: 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.

  • Page 44: Storing A Battery

    To remove the battery: 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 or suspended in a power management mode. 3 Slide and hold the battery-bay latch release on the bottom of the computer, and then lift the battery from the bay.

  • Page 45: Using Multimedia

    Using Multimedia Playing CDs or DVDs NOTICE: Do not press down on the CD/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 46: Copying Cds And Dvds

    The following instructions explain how to make an exact copy of a CD or DVD using Roxio Creator Plus - Dell Edition. You can also use Roxio Creator Plus for other purposes, such as creating music CDs from audio files stored on your computer or backing up important data. For help, open Roxio Creator Plus, and then click the question mark icon in the upper-right corner of the window.

  • Page 47: Using Blank Cds And Dvds

    Using Blank CDs and DVDs CD-RW drives can write to CD recording media only (including high-speed CD-RW media) while DVD-writable drives can write to both CD and DVD recording media. Use blank CD-Rs to record music or permanently store data files. After the maximum storage capacity of a CD-R is reached, you cannot write to that CD-R again (see the Sonic documentation for more information).

  • Page 48: Adjusting The Volume

    • Commercially available DVD players used in home theater systems may not support all available DVD formats. For a list of formats supported by your DVD player, see the documentation provided with your DVD player or contact the manufacturer. • Do not burn a blank CD-R or CD-RW to its maximum capacity;...

  • Page 49: Adjusting The Picture

    If the computer is turned on or in standby mode If you press the Dell MediaDirect button while the computer is turned on or in standby mode, either Windows XP Media Center Manager or Dell Media Experience launches, depending on your system setup.

  • Page 50: Dell Mediadirect And Dell Media Experience Help

    Cables and TV/digital audio adapter cables are available for purchase from Dell. Your computer has an S-video TV-out connector that, together with a standard S-video cable, a composite video adapter cable, or a component video adapter cable (available from Dell), enable you to connect the computer to a TV.
  • Page 51 S-video TV-out connector composite video-output connector S-video TV-out connector Pr (red) component video- output connector If you want to connect your computer to a TV or audio device, it is recommended that you connect video and audio cables to your computer in one of the following combinations. NOTE: See the diagrams at the beginning of each subsection to help you determine which method of connection you should use.

  • Page 52: S-Video And Standard Audio

    S-Video and Standard Audio audio connector standard S-video cable 1 Turn off the computer and the TV and/or audio device that you want to connect. NOTE: You can connect an S-video cable directly to the S-video TV-out connector on the computer (without the TV/digital audio adapter cable) if your TV or audio device supports S-video but not S/PDIF digital audio.

  • Page 53: S-Video And S/Pdif Digital Audio

    S-Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio S-video TV-out connector composite video adapter 1 Turn off the computer and the TV and/or the audio device that you want to connect. 2 Connect the composite video adapter to the S-video TV-out connector on your computer. 3 Plug one end of the S-video cable into the S-video output connector on the composite video adapter.
  • Page 54 composite video adapter 4 Plug the other end of the S-video cable into the S-video input connector on the TV. 5 Plug one end of the S/PDIF digital audio cable into the digital audio connector on the composite video adapter cable. composite video adapter 6 Plug the other end of the S/PDIF digital audio cable into the audio input connector on your TV or audio device.

  • Page 55: Composite Video And Standard Audio

    Composite Video and Standard Audio audio input connector composite video adapter 1 Turn off the computer and the TV and/or audio device that you want to connect. 2 Connect the composite video adapter to the S-video TV-out connector on your computer. 3 Plug one end of the composite video cable into the composite video-output connector on the composite video adapter.

  • Page 56: Composite Video And S/Pdif Digital Audio

    composite video adapter 4 Plug the other end of the composite video cable into the composite video-input connector on the TV. 5 Plug the single-connector end of the audio cable into the headphone connector on the computer. 6 Plug the two RCA connectors on the other end of the audio cable in to the audio input connectors on your TV or other audio device.
  • Page 57 composite video adapter 1 Turn off the computer and the TV and/or audio device that you want to connect. 2 Connect the composite video adapter to the S-video TV-out connector on the computer. 3 Plug one end of the composite video cable into the composite video-input connector on the composite video adapter.

  • Page 58: Component Video And Standard Audio

    6 Plug the other end of the digital audio cable into the S/PDIF input connector on your TV or other audio device. 7 Turn on the TV, turn on any audio device that you connected (if applicable), and then turn on the computer.
  • Page 59 1 Turn off the computer and the TV and/or audio device that you want to connect. 2 Connect the component video adapter to the S-video TV-out connector on your computer. 3 Plug all three ends of the component video cable into the component video-output connectors on the component video adapter.

  • Page 60: Component Video And S/Pdif Digital Audio

    Component Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio S-video TV-out connector component video adapter Using Multimedia component video adapter component video cable standard audio cable...
  • Page 61 1 Turn off the computer and the TV and/or audio device that you want to connect. 2 Connect the component video adapter to the S-video TV-out connector on the computer. 3 Plug all three ends of the component video cable into the component video-output connectors on the component video adapter.

  • Page 62: Setting Up The Cyberlink (Cl) Headphones

    OMMENT Enabling S/PDIF Digital Audio If your computer has a DVD drive, you can enable digital audio for DVD playback. 1 Click Start, point to All Programs, and click PowerDVD to launch the Cyberlink PowerDVD application. 2 Insert a DVD into the DVD drive. If the DVD begins playing, click the stop button.

  • Page 63: Enabling The Display Settings For A Tv

    6 Click the arrows beside the Speaker Configuration setting to scroll through the options, and select the Headphones option. 7 Click the arrows beside the Audio listening mode setting to scroll through the options, and select the CL Headphone option. 8 Click the arrows beside the Dynamic range compression option to select the most suitable option.
  • Page 64 Using Multimedia...

  • Page 65: Using Cards

    Using Cards ExpressCards ExpressCards leverage PC Card technology to provide a fast and convenient way to add memory, wired and wireless network communications (including wireless wide area network [WWAN] communications), multimedia, and security features to your computer. See "Specifications" on page 155 for information on supported ExpressCards. NOTE: An ExpressCard is not a bootable device.

  • Page 66: Removing An Expresscard Or Blank

    The computer recognizes the ExpressCard 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 ExpressCard. Removing an ExpressCard or Blank CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

  • Page 67: Media Memory Cards

    release button Media Memory Cards The 5-in-1 media memory card reader provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, and videos stored on a media memory card. NOTE: A media memory card is not a bootable device. The 5-in-1 media memory card reader reads the following media memory cards: •...

  • Page 68: Removing A Media Memory Card

    Media memory cards are generally marked with a symbol (such as a triangle or an arrow) or a label to indicate which end to insert into the slot. The cards are keyed to prevent incorrect insertion. If card orientation is not clear, see the documentation that came with the card. CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

  • Page 69: Setting Up A Network

    Setting Up a Network 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 adapter installed and 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 70: Network Setup Wizard

    Network Setup Wizard ® ® The Microsoft Windows XP operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide you through the process of sharing files, printers, or an Internet connection between computers in a home or small office. 1 Click the Start button, point to Programs→ Accessories→ Communications, and then click Network Setup Wizard.

  • Page 71: Setting Up A New Wlan

    Start Button and Connect To Option 1 Click the Start button. 2 Point to Connect To, and then click Show all connections. If Wireless Network Connection does not appear under LAN or High-Speed Internet, you may not have a wireless network card. If Wireless Network Connection appears, you have a wireless network card.

  • Page 72: 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 70.
  • Page 73 To access the Help and Support Center: 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Under Pick a Help topic, click Dell User and System Guides. 3 Under Device Guides, select the documentation for your wireless network card.

  • Page 74: Enabling/Disabling The Wireless Network Card

    The wireless activity indicator provides an easy way to monitor the status of your computer’s wireless devices. Right-click the Dell QuickSet icon in your taskbar to select or deselect Wireless Activity Indicator Off to turn the wireless activity indicator on or off.

  • Page 75: Connecting To A Mobile Broadband Network

    Windows Help and Support Center. To access the Help and Support Center, see "Windows Help and Support Center" on page 13. 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 76 Setting Up a Network...

  • Page 77: 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 78: Computer Tracking Software

    If you forget any of your passwords, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 133). For your protection, Dell technical support staff will ask you for proof of your identity to ensure that only an authorized person can use the computer.

  • Page 79: Solving Problems

    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 80 If the Pre-boot System Assessment completes successfully, you receive the message Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. Press any key to continue. 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 CD 1 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD.
  • Page 81 If you cannot resolve the error condition, contact Dell. See "Contacting Dell" on page 133. 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.

  • Page 82: Dell Support Utility

    Dell Support Utility, and view Dell Support settings. For more information about the Dell Support Utility, click the question mark (?) at the top of the Dell Support screen.

  • Page 83: Drive Problems

    R E C O G N I Z E S T H E D R I V E — See "Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities" on — See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 79. C D / D V D - R W See the help files for your CD or DVD creation software. —...

  • Page 84: If You Hear An Unfamiliar Scraping Or Grinding Sound

    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 L L O W T H E C O M P U T E R T O C O O L B E F O R E T U R N I N G I T O N system from starting.

  • Page 85: Error Messages

    — mouse, check the cable connection. Enable the Pointing Device option in the system setup program (see "Using the System Setup Program" on page 163). If the problem persists, contact Dell. See "Contacting Dell" on page 133. A D C O M M A N D O R F I L E N A M E —...
  • Page 86 X T E N D E D M E M O R Y S I Z E H A S C H A N G E D the memory installed in the computer. Restart the computer. If the error appears again, contact Dell. See "Contacting Dell"...
  • Page 87 I C E N S E D C O N T E N T I S N O T A C C E S S I B L E I N Rights Management (DRM) restrictions on the file, so the file cannot be played. See "Dell MediaDirect problems"...
  • Page 88 If the problem persists, try to restore the data by entering the system setup program. Then immediately exit the program. See "Using the System Setup Program" on page 163. If the message reappears, contact Dell. See "Contacting Dell" on page 133. I M E D A Y C L O C K S T O P P E D —...

  • Page 89: Expresscard Problems

    — Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see page 79). 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 memory module may be loose.

  • Page 90: Keyboard Problems

    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.

  • Page 91: Lockups And Software Problems

    Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 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:...

  • Page 92: Dell Mediadirect Problems

    Click EagleVision to use a video enhancement technology that detects video content and dynamically adjusts the brightness/contrast/saturation ratios. NOTICE: You cannot reinstall the Dell MediaDirect feature if you voluntarily reformat the hard drive. Contact Dell for assistance. See "Contacting Dell" on page 133. Other software problems...

  • Page 93: Memory Problems

    The Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility user’s guide and the Mobile Broadband ExpressCard user’s guide are available through the Windows Help and Support Center. To access the Help and Support Center, see "Windows Help and Support Center" on page 13. You can also download the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility user’s guide from support.dell.com.

  • Page 94: Power Problems

    NOTE: icon will appear in the notification area if the computer has a Dell WWAN device installed. Double-click the icon to launch the utility. C T I V A T E T H E O B I L E R O A D B A N D ExpressCard before you can connect to the network.

  • Page 95: Ensuring Sufficient Power For Your Computer

    E S T T H E E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T — device, such as a lamp. Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the AC adapter has a light, H E C K T H E A D A P T E R —...

  • Page 96: Scanner Problems

    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 1 Click the Start button, click Control Panel, and then click Printers and Other Hardware. 2 Click View installed printers or fax printers.

  • Page 97: Sound And Speaker Problems

    Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, or halogen lamps to check — See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 100. See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 79. Ensure that the headphone cable is securely inserted into — Click or double-click the speaker icon in the lower-right corner —...

  • Page 98: Touch Pad Or Mouse Problems

    Touch Pad or Mouse Problems H E C K T H E T O U C H P A D S E T T I N G S 1 Click the Start button, click Control Panel, and then click Printers and Other Hardware. 2 Click Mouse.

  • Page 99: If The Display Is Difficult To Read

    1 Shut down your computer and connect an external monitor to the computer. 2 Turn on the computer and the monitor, and adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls. If the external monitor works, the computer display or video controller may be defective. Contact Dell. See "Contacting Dell" on page 133.

  • Page 100: Identifying Drivers

    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. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD is optional and may not ship with your computer.
  • Page 101 If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore (see "Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore" on page 103) to return your computer to the operating state that existed before you installed the new driver. Using the Drivers and Utilities CD NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD is optional and may not ship with your computer.

  • Page 102: Resolving Software And Hardware Incompatibilities

    Manually Reinstalling Drivers NOTE: If your computer has an infrared sensor and you are reinstalling an infrared sensor driver, you must first enable the infrared sensor in the system setup program (see "Using the System Setup Program" on page 163) before continuing with the driver installation.

  • Page 103: Using Microsoft Windows Xp System Restore

    • Dell PC Restore by Symantec restores your hard drive to the operating state it was in when you purchased the computer. Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any applications installed after you received the computer. Use PC Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem.

  • Page 104: Using Dell Pc Restore By Symantec

    Dell PC Restore by Symantec may not be available in certain countries nor on certain computers. Use Dell PC Restore by Symantec only as the last method to restore your operating system. PC Restore restores 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...
  • Page 105 NOTICE: Removing Dell PC Restore from the hard drive permanently deletes the PC Restore utility from your computer. After you have removed Dell PC Restore, you will not be able to use it to restore your computer’s operating system. Dell PC Restore enables you to restore your hard drive to the operating state it was in when you purchased your computer.

  • Page 106: Using The Operating System Cd

    The Operating System CD provides options for reinstalling Windows XP. The options can overwrite files and possibly affect programs installed on your hard drive. Therefore, do not reinstall Windows XP unless a Dell technical support representative instructs you to do so.
  • Page 107 2 Insert the Operating System CD. Click Exit if the Install Windows XP message appears. 3 Restart the computer. 4 Press <F2> immediately after the DELL™ logo appears. If the operating system logo appears, wait until you see the Windows desktop, and then shut down the computer and try again.
  • Page 108 Solving Problems...

  • Page 109: Adding And Replacing Parts

    You have performed the steps in "Turning Off Your Computer" (see this page) and "Before Working Inside Your Computer" (see page 110). • You have read the safety information in your Dell™ Product Information Guide. • A component can be replaced—or if purchased separately—installed by performing the removal procedure in reverse order.

  • Page 110: Before Working Inside Your Computer

    NOTE: To avoid damage to the computer, use only the battery designed for this particular Dell computer. Do not use other batteries designed for other Dell computers. 4 Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets, slide and hold the battery-bay latch release on the bottom of the computer, and then lift the battery from the bay.

  • Page 111: Optical Drive

    battery-bay latch release 5 Remove the optical drive, if installed, from the optical drive bay. See "Optical Drive" on page 111. 6 Press the power button to ground the system board. 7 Remove any installed cards from the ExpressCard slot (see page 66) and the 5-in-1 media memory card reader (see page 68).

  • Page 112: 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. See "Restoring Your Operating System" on page 102 and "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities"...
  • Page 113 To replace the hard drive in the hard drive bay: 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 109. 2 Turn the computer over, and remove the hard drive screws. screws (2) NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic packaging. See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge"...

  • Page 114: Returning A Hard Drive To Dell

    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 Memory CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
  • Page 115 NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the memory-module securing clips. 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). 3 If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module: Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory module connector until the module pops up.
  • Page 116 As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information. To confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer, click the Start button, click Help and Support, and then click Dell System Information. Adding and Replacing Parts...

  • Page 117: Modem

    Modem CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. If you ordered the optional modem at the same time that you ordered your computer, the modem is already installed. 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin"...

  • Page 118: Hinge Cover

    modem screw modem 4 Install the replacement modem: Connect the modem cable to the modem. NOTICE: The connector is keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the connector and realign the card. Align the modem with the screw holes and press the modem down into the connector on the system board.

  • Page 119: Keyboard

    NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the system board, you must remove the battery from the battery bay before you begin working inside the computer. 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 109. 2 Remove the hinge cover.: Open the display all the way (180 degrees) so that it lies flat against your work surface.
  • Page 120 NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the system board, you must remove the battery from the battery bay before you begin working inside the computer. 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 109. 2 Open the display. 3 Remove the hinge cover.

  • Page 121: Wireless Mini-Card

    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 press on the right edge near the top to snap the keyboard into place before replacing the two screws.
  • Page 122 Release the Mini-Card by pushing the metal securing tabs toward the back of the computer until the card pops up slightly. Lift the Mini-Card out of its system board connector. system board connector NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the connectors on the card and on the system board, and realign the card.
  • Page 123 NOTICE: To avoid damage to the Mini-Card, never place cables under the card. Connect the two antenna cables to the Mini-Card (black cable to the connector labeled "aux" and the white cable to the connector labeled "main"). Adding and Replacing Parts...

  • Page 124: Coin-Cell Battery

    system board connector Coin-Cell Battery CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product 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 125: Display

    When you replace the battery, insert it at a 30-degree angle under the clip with the positive (identified by a plus [+] symbol) side up, and then push it into place. Display CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
  • Page 126 screws (6) grounding-wire screw display cable connector on system board 8 Lift the display up and away from the computer. NOTICE: The standby switch is fragile and easily broken. Avoid knocking the switch when removing and replacing the display. When you replace the display, ensure that the display cable is lying flat in the display cable channel and securely tucked underneath the tabs.

  • Page 127: Internal Card With Bluetooth ® Wireless Technology

    Internal Card With Bluetooth CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product 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 128 Adding and Replacing Parts...

  • Page 129: Dell™ Quickset Features

    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, is located in the lower-right corner of your screen. For more information about QuickSet, right-click the QuickSet icon and select Help.
  • Page 130 Dell™ QuickSet Features...

  • Page 131: 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 132: Travel Tips

    Travel Tips NOTICE: Do not move the computer while using the optical drive to prevent loss of data. NOTICE: Do not check the computer as baggage. • Consider disabling wireless activity on your computer to maximize battery operating time. To disable wireless activity, press<Fn><F2>.

  • Page 133: Contacting Dell

    If you do not see a telephone number listed that is specific for XPS 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 134 International Access Code: 900 E-mail: tech_support_central_europe@dell.com Home/Small Business Sales Home/Small Business Fax Home/Small Business Customer Care Preferred Accounts/Corporate Customer Care Support for XPS Home/Small Business Support for all other Dell computers Preferred Accounts/Corporate Support Switchboard Bahamas Website: www.dell.com.bs E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com...
  • Page 135 E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support Belgium (Brussels) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 Tech Support for XPS Country Code: 32 Tech Support for all other Dell computers City Code: 2 Tech Support Fax Customer Care Corporate Sales Switchboard Bermuda Website: www.dell.com/bm E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com...
  • Page 136 Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Canada (North York, Ontario) Online Order Status: www.dell.ca/ostatus International Access Code: 011 AutoTech (automated Hardware and Warranty Support) Customer Service (Home Sales/Small Business) Customer Service (med./large business, government) Customer Service (printers, projectors, televisions,...
  • Page 137 Technical Support E-mail: cn_support@dell.com City Code: 592 Customer Care E-mail: customer_cn@dell.com Technical Support Fax Technical Support (Dimension and Inspiron) Technical Support (OptiPlex, Latitude, and Dell Precision) Technical Support (servers and storage) Technical Support (projectors, PDAs, switches, routers, and so on)
  • Page 138 Switchboard Denmark (Copenhagen) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 Technical Support for XPS Country Code: 45 Technical Support for all other Dell computers Customer Care (Relational) Home/Small Business Customer Care Switchboard (Relational) Switchboard Fax (Relational) Switchboard (Home/Small Business) Switchboard Fax (Home/Small Business) Dominica Website: www.dell.com/dm...
  • Page 139 International Access Code: 00 Home and Small Business Country Code: 33 Technical Support for XPS City Codes: (1) (4) Technical Support for all other Dell computers Customer Care Switchboard Switchboard (calls from outside of France) Sales Fax (calls from outside of France)
  • Page 140 International Access Code: 00 E-mail: tech_support_central_europe@dell.com Country Code: 49 Technical Support for XPS City Code: 69 Technical Support for all other Dell computers Home/Small Business Customer Care Global Segment Customer Care Preferred Accounts Customer Care Large Accounts Customer Care Public Accounts Customer Care...
  • Page 141 Website: support.ap.dell.com International Access Code: 001 Technical Support E-mail: HK_support@Dell.com Country Code: 852 Technical Support (Dimension and Inspiron) Technical Support (OptiPlex, Latitude, and Dell Precision) Technical Support (servers and storage) Technical Support (projectors, PDAs, switches, routers, and so on) Customer Care...
  • Page 142 Home User Customer Care Small Business Customer Care Corporate Customer Care Technical Support Technical Support for XPS computers only Technical Support for all other Dell computers General Fax/Sales Fax Switchboard U.K. Customer Care (dial within U.K. only) Corporate Customer Care (dial within U.K. only) U.K.
  • Page 143 Technical Support (Dimension and Inspiron) Technical Support outside of Japan (Dimension and Inspiron) Technical Support (Dell Precision, OptiPlex, and Latitude) Technical Support outside of Japan (Dell Precision, OptiPlex, and Latitude) Technical Support (PDAs, projectors, printers, routers) Technical Support outside of Japan (PDAs,...
  • Page 144 Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Korea (Seoul) E-mail: krsupport@dell.com International Access Code: 001 Support Country Code: 82 Support (Dimension, PDA, Electronics and Accessories) City Code: 2 Sales Switchboard Latin America Customer Technical Support (Austin, Texas, U.S.A.) Customer Service (Austin, Texas, U.S.A.)
  • Page 145 International Access Code Country Code City Code Malaysia (Penang) Website: support.ap.dell.com International Access Code: 00 Technical Support (Dell Precision, OptiPlex, and Latitude) Country Code: 60 Technical Support (Dimension, Inspiron, and City Code: 4 Electronics and Accessories) Technical Support (PowerApp, PowerEdge,...
  • Page 146 City Code Netherlands (Amsterdam) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 Technical Support for XPS Country Code: 31 Technical Support for all other Dell computers City Code: 20 Technical Support Fax Home/Small Business Customer Care Relational Customer Care Home/Small Business Sales...
  • Page 147 Website: www.dell.com/kn E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support St. Lucia Website: www.dell.com/lc E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support St. Vincent and the Grenadines Website: www.dell.com/vc E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers...
  • Page 148 Singapore or Malaysia only. International Access Code: 005 Website: support.ap.dell.com Country Code: 65 Technical Support (Dimension, Inspiron, and Electronics and Accessories) Technical Support (OptiPlex, Latitude, and Dell Precision) Technical Support (PowerApp, PowerEdge, PowerConnect, and PowerVault) Customer Care Transaction Sales...
  • Page 149 Sweden (Upplands Vasby) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 Technical Support for XPS Country Code: 46 Technical Support for all other Dell products City Code: 8 Relational Customer Care Home/Small Business Customer Care Employee Purchase Program (EPP) Support Technical Support Fax...
  • Page 150 Technical Support (servers and storage) Customer Care Transaction Sales Corporate Sales Thailand Website: support.ap.dell.com International Access Code: 001 Technical Support (OptiPlex, Latitude, and Dell Precision) Country Code: 66 Technical Support (PowerApp, PowerEdge, PowerConnect, and PowerVault) Customer Care Corporate Sales Transaction Sales Trinidad/Tobago Website: www.dell.com/tt...
  • Page 151 Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code U.K. (Bracknell) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 E-mail: dell_direct_support@dell.com Country Code: 44 Customer Care website: support.euro.dell.com/uk/en/ECare/form/home.asp City Code: 1344 Sales Home and Small Business Sales Corporate/Public Sector Sales Customer Care...
  • Page 152 Dell Sales Dell Outlet Store (Dell refurbished computers) Software and Peripherals Sales Spare Parts Sales Extended Service and Warranty Sales Dell Services for the Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, or Speech-Impaired Contacting Dell Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address ) for Relationship...
  • Page 153 Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code U.S. Virgin Islands E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support Venezuela Website: www.dell.com/ve E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers toll-free: 1-877-702-4360...
  • Page 154 Contacting Dell...

  • Page 155: Specifications

    Specifications Processor Processor type L1 cache L2 cache External bus frequency (front side bus) System Information System chip set Data bus width DRAM bus width Processor address bus width Flash EPROM Graphics bus PCI bus ExpressCard ExpressCard controller ExpressCard connector Cards supported ExpressCard connector size ®...
  • Page 156 5-in-1 Media Memory Card Reader 5-in-1 media memory card controller Ricoh R5C832 5-in-1 media memory card connector 5-in-1 combo card connector Cards supported 5-in-1 media memory card connector size Memory Memory module connector Memory module capacities Memory type Minimum memory Maximum memory Ports and Connectors Audio...
  • Page 157 Communications Modem: Type Controller Interface Network adapter Wireless Video NOTE: Optional video controller upgrades are available for your computer subject to availability at the time of purchase. To determine the configuration of your computer, see "Determining Your Computer’s Configuration" on page 15. Video type: Video controller Video memory...
  • Page 158 Audio (continued) Stereo conversion Interfaces: Internal External Speaker Internal speaker amplifier Volume controls Display Type (active-matrix TFT) Dimensions: Height Width Diagonal Maximum resolutions: WXGA WSXGA+ Refresh rate Operating angle Viewing angles: Horizontal Vertical Pixel pitch: WXGA WSXGA+ Controls Specifications 24-bit (analog-to-digital and digital-to- analog) Intel High Definition Audio microphone-in connector, stereo...
  • Page 159 Keyboard Number of keys Layout Touch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Size: Width Height Battery Type Dimensions: Depth Height Width Weight Voltage Charge time (approximate) Computer off Operating time Life span (approximate) 87 (U.S. and Canada); 88 (Europe); 91 (Japan) QWERTY/AZERTY/Kanji 240 cpi...
  • Page 160 Battery (continued) Temperature range: Operating Storage Coin-cell battery AC Adapter Input voltage Input current (maximum) Input frequency Output current Output power Rated output voltage Dimensions: Height Width Depth Weight (with cables) Temperature range: Operating Storage Physical Height Width Depth Weight (with 6-cell battery): Configurable to less than Specifications 0°...
  • Page 161 Environmental Temperature range: Operating Storage Relative humidity (maximum): Operating Storage Maximum vibration (using a random-vibration spectrum that simulates user environment): Operating Storage Maximum shock (measured with hard drive in head-parked position and a 2-ms half-sine pulse): Operating Storage Altitude (maximum): Operating Storage 0°...
  • Page 162 Specifications...

  • Page 163: Appendix

    Wireless control 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 program settings. Certain changes might make your computer work incorrectly. Viewing the System Setup Screen 1 Turn on (or restart) your computer.

  • Page 164: Commonly Used Options

    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 165: Cleaning Your Computer

    3 Turn on the computer. When the DELL logo appears, press <F2> 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 166: Floppy Drive

    All Dell-standard components included in a Custom Factory Integration (CFI) project are covered by the standard Dell lim- ited warranty for your computer. However, Dell also extends a parts replacement program to cover all nonstandard, third- party hardware components integrated through CFI for the duration of the computer’s service contract.

  • Page 167: Definition Of "Dell-Installed" Software And Peripherals

    Third-party software and peripherals include any peripheral, accessory, or software program sold by Dell not under the Dell brand (printers, scanners, cameras, games, and so on). Support for all third-party software and peripherals is provided by the original manufacturer of the product.

  • Page 168: Macrovision Product Notice

    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 with the FCC regulations: Product name: Dell™ Inspiron™ 6400 and Inspiron E1505...
  • Page 169 ASF is designed to be platform- and operating system-independent. All-Terrain Grade — Dell™ ATG™ refers to the All-Terrain Grade computer designed by Dell to provide increased protection in demanding environments.
  • Page 170 bootable CD — A CD 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 or floppy disk available. Your Drivers and Utilities or ResourceCD is a bootable CD.
  • Page 171 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.
  • Page 172 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.
  • Page 173 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. help file — A file that contains descriptive or instructional information about a product.
  • Page 174 Internet and exchange e-mail. module bay — A bay that supports devices such as optical drives, a second battery, or a Dell TravelLite™ module. monitor — The high-resolution TV-like device that displays computer output.
  • Page 175 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 —...
  • Page 176 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.
  • Page 177 shortcut, the original file is not affected. Also, you can rename a shortcut icon. shutdown — The process of closing windows and exiting programs, exiting the operating system, and turning off your computer. You can lose data if you turn off your computer before completing a shutdown.
  • Page 178 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.
  • Page 179 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.
  • Page 180 Glossary...
  • Page 181 Mobile Broadband network, 74 TV, 50 WLAN, 70 copying CDs general information, 46 helpful tips, 47 how to, 46 copying DVDs general information, 46 helpful tips, 47 how to, 46 Dell contacting, 133, 168 support policy, 167 support site, 13 Index...
  • Page 182 USB connector, 22 hard drive description, 21, 24 problems, 84 replacing, 112 returning to Dell, 114 hardware conflicts, 102 Dell Diagnostics, 79 Hardware Troubleshooter, 102 Help and Support Center, 13 help file Windows Help and Support...
  • Page 183 19 keypad numeric, 35 labels Microsoft Windows, 12 Service Tag, 12 lost computer, 78 media control buttons Dell MediaDirect button, 18, description, 18 play/pause/Dell MediaDirect, 18 media memory cards blanks, 68 CardBus technology, 67 installing, 67 reader, 21...
  • Page 184 91 CD drive, 83 CD-RW drive, 83 computer crashes, 91 computer does not start up, 91 computer stops responding, 91 conflicts, 102 Dell Diagnostics, 79 Dell MediaDirect, 92 Index problems (continued) drives, 83 DVD drive, 83 error messages, 85...
  • Page 185 78 support contacting Dell, 133, 168 policy, 167 support website, 13 S-video TV-out connector description, 23 System Restore, 102-103 system setup program commonly used options, 164 screens, 163 viewing, 163 taskbar QuickSet icon, 129 technical support policy, 167...
  • Page 186 Index...

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