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  • Page 1 Dell™ Inspiron™ 8500 Owner’s Manual 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 Intel, Pentium, and Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation; Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation; Bluetooth is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Dell Computer Corporation under license; EMC is a registered trademark of EMC Corporation.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents CAUTION: Safety Instructions General ......Power ......Battery .
  • Page 4 Modem and Internet Connection Problems Transferring Information to a New Computer Setting Up a Printer Printer Cable Connecting a Parallel Printer Connecting a USB Printer Printer Problems Setting Up the Docking Device to Connect to a Network Power Protection Devices Surge Protectors Line Conditioners Uninterruptible Power Supplies...
  • Page 5 Removing and Installing Devices While the Computer Is Running ......If the Device Screw Is Not Installed If the Device Screw Is Installed 4 Using the Keyboard and Touchpad Numeric Keypad...
  • Page 6 Sound and Speaker Problems If you have a problem with integrated speakers If you have a problem with external speakers Copying CDs ......Using Easy CD Creator Basic Using Blank CD-R Discs or Blank CD-RW Discs Helpful Tips...
  • Page 7 Video and Display Problems ....If the display is blank ..... If the display is difficult to read If only part of the display is readable Scanner Problems...
  • Page 8 ......Viewing the System Setup Screens System Setup Screens Commonly Used Options Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only) Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals Contacting Dell...
  • Page 9 Limited Warranty Terms for Dell-Branded Hardware Products (Canada Only) "Total Satisfaction" Return Policy (Canada Only) Dell Software and Peripherals (Canada Only) 1-Year End-User Manufacturer Guarantee (Latin America and the Caribbean Only) ® Intel Warranty Statement for Pentium ® Celeron Processors Only (U.S. and Canada Only) Index .
  • Page 10 Contents...

  • Page 11: Caution: Safety Instructions

    CAUTION: Safety Instructions Use the following safety guidelines to help ensure your own personal safety and to help protect your computer and working environment from potential damage. General • Do not attempt to service the computer yourself unless you are a trained service technician.

  • Page 12: Power

    Power • Use only the Dell-provided AC adapter approved for use with this computer. Use of another AC adapter may cause a fire or explosion. • Before you connect the computer to an electrical outlet, check the AC adapter voltage rating to ensure that the required voltage and frequency match the available power source.

  • Page 13: Battery

    Battery • Use only Dell™ battery modules that are approved for use with this computer. Use of other types may increase the risk of fire or explosion. •...

  • Page 14: Air Travel

    • Certain Federal Aviation Administration regulations and/or airline-specific restrictions may apply to the operation of your Dell computer while you are on board an aircraft. For example, such regulations/restrictions may prohibit the use of any personal electronic device (PED) that has the capacity for intentional transmission of radio frequency or other electromagnetic signals while on an aircraft.

  • Page 15: When Using Your Computer

    When Using Your Computer Observe the following safe-handling guidelines to prevent damage to your computer: • When setting up the computer for work, place it on a level surface. • When traveling, do not check the computer as baggage. You can put your computer through an X-ray security machine, but never put your computer through a metal detector.

  • Page 16: Ergonomic Computing Habits

    If your computer gets wet or is damaged, follow the procedures on page 111. If, after following these procedures, you confirm that your computer is not operating properly, contact Dell (see page 150 for the appropriate contact information). Ergonomic Computing Habits CAUTION: Improper or prolonged keyboard use may result in injury.

  • Page 17: Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge

    Dell computer documentation. The reserve battery is a long-life battery, and it is very possible that you will never need to replace it. However, should you need to replace it, see page 49 for instructions.
  • Page 18 When Using Yo ur Computer...
  • Page 19 S E C T I O N 1 A To u r o f Yo u r C o m p u t e r Front View Left View Right View Back View Bottom View...

  • Page 20: Tour Of Your Computer

    Front View keyboard status lights mute button volume control buttons track stick track stick/touch pad buttons D I S P L A Y L A T C H D I S P L A Y file. To access the help file, see page 104. P O W E R B U T T O N exit a power management mode.
  • Page 21 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. Turns on when the computer reads or writes data. NOTICE: To avoid loss of data, never turn off the computer while light is flashing.
  • Page 22 If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the follows: If the computer is running on a battery, the K E Y B O A R D Windows page 62. T O U C H P A D mouse. See page 65 for more information. D I S P L A Y L A T C H B U T T O N open the display.
  • Page 23 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. Turns on when the scroll lock function is enabled.

  • Page 24: Left View

    Left View A I R V E N T S vents, which prevents the computer from overheating. NOTE: The computer turns on the fan when the computer gets hot. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the IEEE 13 94 computer.
  • Page 25 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 — Stores software and data. H A R D D R I V E —...

  • Page 26: Right View

    Right View module bay device latch release security cable slot — Lets you attach a commercially available antitheft S E C U R I T Y C A B L E S L O T device to the computer. For more information, see the instructions included with the device.

  • Page 27: Back View

    — You can install devices such as an optical drive or Dell M O D U L E B A Y TravelLite™ module in the module bay. For more information, see the Tell Me How help file. To access the help file, see page 104.
  • Page 28 N E T W O R K C O N N E C T O R A To u r of Yo u r C om p u t e r T V- V I D E O O U T C O N N E C T O R Connects your computer to a TV.
  • Page 29 (RJ-11) M O D E M C O N N E C T O R To use the internal modem, connect the telephone line to the modem connector. For additional information on using the modem, see the online modem documentation supplied with your computer. —...
  • Page 30 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. A I R V E N T S vents, which prevents the computer from overheating. NOTE: The computer turns on the fan when the computer gets hot.

  • Page 31: Bottom View

    Bottom View battery-bay latch release hard drive Mini PCI card/modem cover — Stores software and data. H A R D D R I V E I N I C A R D A N D M O D E M optional modem and optional Mini PCI card.
  • Page 32 NOTE: The computer turns on the fan when the computer gets hot. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. A To u r of Yo u r C om p u t e r CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents.

  • Page 33: Setting Up Your Computer

    S E C T I O N 2 S e t t i n g U p Yo u r C o m p u t e r Connecting to the Internet Modem and Internet Connection Problems Transferring Information to a New Computer Setting Up a Printer Printer Problems Setting Up the Docking Device to Connect to a Network...

  • Page 34: Connecting To The Internet

    Connecting to the Internet To connect to the Internet, you need a modem or network connection and NOTE: ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country. an Internet service provider (ISP), such as AOL or MSN. Your ISP will offer one or more of the following Internet connection options: If you are using a dial-up connection, connect a telephone line to the modem connector on your computer and to the telephone wall jack before you set up your Internet connection.

  • Page 35: Modem And Internet Connection Problems

    In the next window, click the appropriate option: • If you do not have an ISP and want to select one, click Choose from a list of Internet service providers (ISPs). • If you have already obtained setup information from your ISP but you did not receive a setup CD, click Set up my connection manually.

  • Page 36: Transferring Information To A New Computer

    modem. are using a line that is 3 m (10 ft) or more in length, try a shorter one. irregular dial tone when you have messages. Contact your telephone company for instructions on restoring a dial tone. for instructions on deactivating this feature. Then adjust the dial-up networking connection properties.
  • Page 37 You can transfer the data to the new computer over a network or serial connection, or you can store it on a removable medium, such as a writable CD or floppy disk. To prepare the new computer for the file transfer: Click the Start button, point to All Programs→...

  • Page 38: Setting Up A Printer

    Setting Up a Printer See the documentation that came with the printer for setup information, including how to: Printer Cable Your printer connects to your computer with either a USB cable or a parallel cable. Your printer may not come with a printer cable, so if you purchase a cable separately, ensure that it is compatible with your printer.

  • Page 39: Connecting A Usb Printer

    screws (2) parallel printer cable Turn on the printer and then turn on the computer. If the Add New Hardware Wizard window appears, click Cancel. Install the printer driver if necessary. See the documentation that came with your printer. Connecting a USB Printer Complete the operating system setup if you have not already done so.

  • Page 40: Printer Problems

    Printer Problems is properly connected to the computer (see page 38). by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. supplied with the printer. Setting Up Yo ur Computer USB printer cable H E C K T H E P R I N T E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I O N S —...

  • Page 41: Setting Up The Docking Device To Connect To A Network

    Setting Up the Docking Device to Connect to a Network NOTICE: Do not install a network adapter or a network adapter/modem combination PC Card until you complete the docking device setup. NOTICE: To prevent serious operating system problems, do not connect your computer to a docking device until the Windows operating system setup on the computer is complete.

  • Page 42: Line Conditioners

    Many surge protectors have a telephone jack for modem protection. See the surge protector documentation for modem connection instructions. Line Conditioners Line conditioners are designed to maintain AC voltage at a fairly constant level. Uninterruptible Power Supplies A UPS protects against power fluctuations and interruptions. UPS devices NOTE: To ensure maximum battery contain a battery that provides temporary power to connected devices when...

  • Page 43: Using Batteries And Module Bay Devices

    S E C T I O N 3 U s i n g B a t t e r i e s a n d M o d u l e B a y D e v i c e s Using a Battery Power Problems About the Module Bay...

  • Page 44: Using A Battery

    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. CAUTION: Do not dispose of batteries with household waste.

  • Page 45: Checking The Battery Charge

    Damaged batteries may leak and cause personal injury or equipment damage. Checking the Battery Charge The Dell QuickSet battery meter, Microsoft window and icon, the battery charge gauge, and the low-battery warning provide information on the battery charge.
  • Page 46 Microsoft Windows Power Meter The Windows power meter indicates the remaining battery charge. To check the power meter, double-click the information on the Power Meter tab, see the Tell Me How help file. To access the help file, see page 104. If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, a Charge Gauge Before you insert a battery, press the status button on the battery charge...

  • Page 47: Charging The Battery

    A low-battery warning occurs when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. The computer beeps once, indicating that minimal battery operating time remains. During that time, the speaker beeps periodically. If two batteries are installed, the low-battery warning means that the combined charge of both batteries is approximately 90 percent depleted.

  • Page 48: Installing A Battery

    Installing a Battery Rotate the battery into the bay until the latch release clicks. For more information about installing the second battery, see page 52. Using Batteries and Mo d u le B ay De vi c es If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions.

  • Page 49: Removing And Installing A Reserve Battery

    Removing and Installing a Reserve Battery Remove the battery (see page 47). Remove the reserve battery cover. Pull the reserve battery out of its compartment, and disconnect the reserve battery cable from the connector. Us ing Batte ries and Mo dule B ay De vic es...
  • Page 50 Using Batteries and Mo d u le B ay De vi c es reserve battery Connect the reserve battery cable to the connector in the reserve battery compartment. Place the reserve battery in the compartment, and replace the reserve battery cover. connector reserve...

  • Page 51: Storing A Battery

    Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you store your computer for an extended period of time. A battery discharges during prolonged storage. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully before you use it. Power Problems — When the power light is lit or blinking, the H E C K T H E P O W E R L I G H T computer has power.

  • Page 52: About The Module Bay

    DVD drive, CD-RW/DVD drive, DVD+RW, Dell TravelLite™ module, module bay. second battery, or second hard drive in the module bay. Your Dell™ computer ships with an optical drive installed in the module NOTE: All devices that you install in the module bay.

  • Page 53: Removing And Installing Devices While The Computer Is Turned Off

    status button on the charge gauge Removing and Installing Devices While the Computer Is Turned Off Your computer ships with an optical drive installed in the module bay. However, the device screw is not installed in the optical drive but packaged separately.

  • Page 54: If The Device Screw Is Not Installed

    If the Device Screw Is Not Installed NOTE: You do not need to install the device screw unless you want to secure the module inside the computer for security purposes. Using Batteries and Mo d u le B ay De vi c es NOTICE: To prevent damage to devices, place them in a safe, dry place when they are not installed in the computer.

  • Page 55: If The Device Screw Is Installed

    If the Device Screw Is Installed Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the computer (see page 42). If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions.

  • Page 56: Removing And Installing Devices While The Computer Is Running

    Removing and Installing Devices While the Computer Is Running Your computer ships with an optical drive installed in the module bay. NOTE: If the device screw is not installed, you However, the device screw is not installed in the optical drive but packaged can remove and install separately.

  • Page 57: If The Device Screw Is Not Installed

    If the Device Screw Is Not Installed Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. Click the device you want to eject. NOTICE: To prevent damage to devices, place them in a safe, dry place when they are not installed in the computer. Avoid pressing down on them or placing heavy objects on top of them.

  • Page 58: If The Device Screw Is Installed

    If the Device Screw Is Installed Using Batteries and Mo d u le B ay De vi c es Pull the device out of the module bay. Insert the new device into the bay, and push the device until you feel a click.
  • Page 59 device latch release Pull the device out of the module bay. Insert the new device into the bay, push the device until you feel a click, and replace the screw. Windows XP automatically recognizes the new device. If necessary, enter your password to unlock your computer. Us ing Batte ries and Mo dule B ay De vic es...
  • Page 60 Using Batteries and Mo d u le B ay De vi c es...

  • Page 61: Using The Keyboard And Touchpad

    S E C T I O N 4 U s i n g t h e K e y b o a r d a n d To u c h p a d Numeric Keypad Keyboard Shortcuts Touch Pad Customizing the Touch Pad Touch Pad or Mouse Problems External Keyboard Problems...

  • Page 62: Numeric Keypad

    Numeric Keypad The keypad numbers and symbols are marked in blue on the right of the keypad keys. To type a number or symbol, ensure that the keypad is enabled, and press keypad is active. Keyboard Shortcuts System Functions Using the Ke yboard and To uchpad and the desired key.

  • Page 63: Battery

    Battery Displays the Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter CD or DVD Tray Requires Dell QuickSet to function. Ejects the tray out of the drive. Display Functions Switches the video image to the next display in the following sequence: the integrated display only, the...

  • Page 64: Speaker Functions

    Speaker Functions If no sound comes from the speakers, press volume. Microsoft To adjust keyboard operation, such as the character repeat rate, open the Control Panel, and click Printers and Other Hardware. Using the Ke yboard and To uchpad Increases the volume of the integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached Decreases the volume of the integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached...

  • Page 65: 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 66: Customizing The Touch Pad

    Customizing the Touch Pad You can disable the touch pad or adjust their settings by using the Mouse Properties window. Touch Pad or Mouse Problems P A D If the touch pad operates correctly, the mouse may be defective. Using the Ke yboard and To uchpad •...

  • Page 67: External Keyboard Problems

    If the characters appear now but did not with the external keyboard, you may have a defective external keyboard. Contact Dell (see page 150). Unexpected Characters I S A B L E T H E N U M E R I C K E Y P A D keypad if numbers are displayed instead of letters.
  • Page 68 Using the Ke yboard and To uchpad...

  • Page 69: Using Cds, Dvds, And Other Multimedia

    S E C T I O N 5 U s i n g C D s , D V D s , a n d O t h e r M u l t i m e d i a Using CDs and DVDs CD or DVD problems Sound and Speaker Problems...

  • Page 70: Using Cds And Dvds

    Using CDs and DVDs For information about using CDs and DVDs in your computer, see the Tell Me How help file. To access the help file, see page 104. CD or DVD problems If you cannot play a CD, CD-RW, or DVD High-speed CD drive vibration is normal and may cause noise.

  • Page 71: If You Cannot Eject The Cd, Cd-Rw, Or Dvd Drive Tray

    H E C K T H E D R I V E F O R E R R O R S Remove the hard drive and floppy drive. Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD for your computer and turn on the computer. Verify that the light is blinking, indicating normal operation.

  • Page 72: Copying Cds

    by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. supplied with the speakers. in the lower-right corner of your screen. Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the sound is not muted. Adjust the volume, bass, or treble controls to eliminate distortion.

  • Page 73: Using Easy Cd Creator Basic

    • DataCD allows you to copy a variety of your documents, such as spreadsheet or accounting files, to a CD for permanent storage. • Disc Copier allows you to make a backup copy of almost any type of CD. This program allows you to make a copy of a CD for everyday use so that you can archive and save the original copy.

  • Page 74: How To Copy A Cd

    Roxio documentation for recording problems, first instructions on how to copy CDs from a CD drive to a CD-RW drive. check for available software patches at the Dell Support website at support.dell.com and if necessary, the Roxio support website at support.roxio.com.
  • Page 75 Insert the source CD that you want to copy into the CD-RW drive. The Disc Copier project program briefly checks the source CD in the CD-RW drive to ensure that it is a readable CD. Click Copy. Depending on the size of the files that are being copied, the copy process may take a few minutes.

  • Page 76: Connecting A Television To The Computer

    Connecting a Television to the Computer Your computer has an S-video TV-out connector that, together with the NOTE: Video and audio cables for connecting your included TV/digital audio adapter cable, enables you to connect the computer to a television computer to a television and/or stereo audio device. The TV/digital audio are not included with your adapter cable provides connections for S-video, composite video, and computer.

  • Page 77: S-Video And Standard Audio

    S-Video and Standard Audio Before you begin, ensure that you have the following cables: TV/digital audio adapter cable S-video cable audio cable Turn off the computer and the television and/or audio device you want to connect. U s i n g C D s , D V D s , a n d O t h e r M ul t i m e d i a...
  • Page 78 NOTE: You can connect an S-video cable directly to the S-video connector on the computer (without the video adapter cable) if your television or audio device supports S-video but not S/PDIF digital audio. U s i n g C D s , D V D s , a n d O t h e r M u l t i m e d i a Connect the TV/digital audio adapter cable to the S-video TV-out connector on your computer.

  • Page 79: S-Video And Digital Audio

    S-Video and Digital Audio Before you begin, ensure that you have the following cables: TV/digital audio adapter cable S-video cable S/PDIF digital audio cable U s i n g C D s , D V D s , a n d O t h e r M ul t i m e d i a...
  • Page 80 U s i n g C D s , D V D s , a n d O t h e r M u l t i m e d i a Turn off the computer and the television and/or audio device you want to connect.

  • Page 81: Composite Video And Standard Audio

    Composite Video and Standard Audio Before you begin, ensure that you have the following cables: TV/digital audio adapter cable S-video cable audio cable Turn off the computer and the television and/or audio device you want to connect. Connect the TV/digital audio adapter cable to the S-video TV-out connector on the computer.
  • Page 82 U s i n g C D s , D V D s , a n d O t h e r M u l t i m e d i a Plug one end of the composite video cable in to the composite video connector on the TV/digital audio adapter cable.

  • Page 83: Composite Video And Digital Audio

    Composite Video and Digital Audio Before you begin, ensure that you have the following cables: TV/digital audio adapter cable composite video cable S/PDIF digital audio cable Turn off the computer and the television and/or audio device you want to connect. U s i n g C D s , D V D s , a n d O t h e r M ul t i m e d i a...

  • Page 84: Enabling The Display Settings For A Television

    Enabling the Display Settings for a Television ATI Video Controller U s i n g C D s , D V D s , a n d O t h e r M u l t i m e d i a Connect the TV/digital audio adapter cable to the S-video TV-out connector on the computer.

  • Page 85: Enabling S/Pdif Digital Audio

    To play a DVD on the television, click the small "primary" button (resembles a bull’s-eye) at the bottom-left under the TV picture. Click Apply. Click Yes to keep the new settings. Click OK. DVD video is visible only on the display that is set to primary. While the DVD is playing, the DVD player window on your computer display is blank or (if the DVD player window is set to full-screen mode) the entire computer display screen is blank.
  • Page 86 U s i n g C D s , D V D s , a n d O t h e r M u l t i m e d i a Double-click the InterVideo WinDVD icon on the Windows desktop. Insert a DVD into the DVD drive.
  • Page 87 Enabling S/PDIF in the Windows Audio Driver Double-click the speaker icon in the Windows notification area. Click the Options menu and then click Advanced Controls. Click Advanced. Click Enable S/PDIF. Click Close. Click OK. NOTE: Enabling S/PDIF in Windows disables the sound from the headphone connector.
  • Page 88 U s i n g C D s , D V D s , a n d O t h e r M u l t i m e d i a...

  • Page 89: Setting Up A Home And Office Network

    S E C T I O N 6 S e t t i n g U p a H o m e a n d O f f i c e N e t w o r k Connecting to a Network Adapter Network Setup Wizard Network Problems Connecting to Wireless Local Area Networks...

  • Page 90: Connecting To A Network Adapter

    Connecting to a Network Adapter Before you connect your computer to a network, the computer must have a network adapter installed and a network cable connected to it. To connect a network cable: NOTE: Insert the cable until it clicks into place, and then gently pull it to ensure that it is secure.

  • Page 91: 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. Click the Start button, point to All Programs→ Accessories→ Communications, and then click Network Setup Wizard.

  • Page 92: Connecting To Wireless Local Area Networks

    These settings are unique to your network and cannot be provided by Dell. Determining your Network Type Wireless networks fall into two categories — infrastructure networks and...

  • Page 93: Connecting To A Network In Windows Xp

    Utilities, and Applications CD (that came with your computer) in the "User’s Guides-Network User’s Guides" category. The User’s Guide is also available on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Click Start, Control Panel, and then click Switch to Classic View.
  • Page 94 NOTE: The names of wireless networks that your computer can see are listed in the Available Networks area. Setting Up a Home and Office Network Click Add. The Wireless network properties window appears.
  • Page 95 Enter the name of your network in the Network name (SSID) field. If you are connecting to an ad-hoc network, which does not use any routers or access points, click the check box labeled This is a computer-to-computer (ad hoc) network; wireless access points are not used.

  • Page 96: Finalizing Your Network Connection (Security Settings)

    Finalizing your Network Connection (Security Settings) To finalize your connection, you must change your wireless security settings to match the wireless network you are trying to connect to. Choose one of the following connection options based on the security settings for your network: Setting Up a Home and Office Network •...
  • Page 97 Click Properties. From the Network Authentication drop-down menu, select Open. Earlier versions of the Dell wireless software may not contain the drop-down menus. If you are using an earlier version, de-select the Data encryption (WEP enabled) check box and go to step 5.
  • Page 98 NOTE: Your computer may take up to a minute to attach to the network. Connecting to a Network with Wired Equivalent Protocol (WEP) Security Requirements Setting Up a Home and Office Network From the Data encryption drop-down menu, select your data encryption type (as provided by the network administrator).
  • Page 99 Click Properties. From the Network Authentication drop-down menu, select Open. Earlier versions of Dell wireless software may not contain the drop-down menus. If you are using an earlier version, select the check box labeled Data encryption (WEP enabled) and go to step 5.
  • Page 100 NOTE: Your computer may take up to a minute to attach to the network. Setting Up a Home and Office Network Enter the WEP network key, provided by your network administrator, in the Network key field. Enter this key again in the Confirm network key field. Click OK.

  • Page 101: Solving Problems

    S E C T I O N 7 S o l v i n g P r o b l e m s Finding Solutions Accessing Help Error Messages Video and Display Problems Scanner Problems Drive Problems PC Card Problems General Program Problems E-Mail Problems If Your Computer Gets Wet...

  • Page 102: Finding Solutions

    ® See page 51. Press the power button to resume from standby mode. Tell Me How See the help file (see page 104) for more information on standby mode. Get technical assistance from Dell. See page 150. See page 104.
  • Page 103 See page 105. See page 71. See page 40. See page 35. See page 107. See page 66. See page 67. See page 67. See page 108 See page 91. See page 104. See page 110. See page 35. See page 111. See page 112.

  • Page 104: Accessing Help

    So l vi n g Pro b l em s Accessing Help E L L O A C C E S S T H E Click the Start button and click Help and Support. Click User and system guides and click User’s guides. Click Tell Me How.

  • Page 105: Video And Display Problems

    AC adapter, and turn on the computer. X I T S O M E P R O G R A M S A N D — Contact Dell (see page 150). — The program that you are — Insert a disk...

  • Page 106: If The Display Is Difficult To Read

    So l vi n g Pro b l em s E S T T H E E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. —...

  • Page 107: If Only Part Of The Display Is Readable

    If the external monitor works, the computer display or video controller may be defective. Contact Dell (see page 150). Scanner Problems H E C K T H E P O W E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I O N power cable is firmly connected to a working electrical power source and that the scanner is turned on.

  • Page 108: Drive Problems

    NOTE: For information on saving files to a floppy Tell Me How disk, see the help file. To access the help file, see page 104. So l vi n g Pro b l em s Drive Problems If you cannot save a file to a floppy drive ®...

  • Page 109: If You Have Problems With A Hard Drive

    F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I T H A Contact Dell (see page 150). F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I T H A —...

  • Page 110: General Program Problems

    NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on a floppy disk or CD. So l vi n g Pro b l em s General Program Problems A program crashes E E T H E S O F T W A R E D O C U M E N T A T I O N maintain websites with information that may help you solve the problem.

  • Page 111: If Your Computer Gets Wet

    If Your Computer Gets Wet CAUTION: Perform this procedure only after you are certain that it is safe to do so. If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, it is recommended that you turn off AC power at the circuit breaker before attempting to remove the power cables from the electrical outlet.

  • Page 112: If You Drop Or Damage Your Computer

    E L L Communicate list. Send an e-mail message to Dell about your problem; you can expect to receive an e-mail message from Dell within hours. See page 149 for a description of the hardware and software support provided by Dell.

  • Page 113: Drivers

    A driver acts like a translator between the device and the programs that use the device. Each device has its own set of specialized commands that only its driver recognizes. Dell ships your computer to you with required drivers already installed—no further installation or configuration is needed. NOTICE: The Drivers and Utilities systems that are not on your computer.

  • Page 114: Reinstalling Drivers And Utilities

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

  • Page 115: Manually Reinstalling Drivers For Windows Xp

    From the Language drop-down menu in the toolbar, select your preferred language for the driver or utility (if available). A welcome screen appears. Click Next. The CD automatically scans your hardware to detect drivers and utilities used by your computer. After the CD completes the hardware scan, you can also detect other drivers and utilities.

  • Page 116: Using System Restore

    So l vi n g Pro b l em s Double-click the name of the device for which you are installing the driver. Click the Driver tab and click Update Driver. Click Install from a list or specific location (Advanced) and click Next.

  • Page 117: Undoing The Last System Restore

    Click a calendar date to which you want to restore your computer. The Select a Restore Point screen provides a calendar that allows you to see and select restore points. All calendar dates with available restore points appear in bold. Select a restore point and click Next.

  • Page 118: Resolving Software And Hardware Incompatibilities

    So l vi n g Pro b l em s Click the System Restore tab. Ensure that Turn off System Restore is unchecked. Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Windows XP IRQ conflicts occur if a device either is not detected during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly configured.

  • Page 119: Reinstalling Microsoft ® Windows ® Xp

    Windows XP . The options can overwrite files and possibly affect programs installed on your hard drive. Therefore, do not reinstall Windows XP unless instructed to do so by a Dell technical support representative. NOTICE: To prevent conflicts with Windows XP , disable any virus protection software installed on your computer before you reinstall Windows XP .
  • Page 120 NOTE: The time required to complete the setup depends on the size of the hard drive and the speed of your computer. So l vi n g Pro b l em s Press the arrow keys to select CD-ROM, and then press When the Press any key to boot from CD press any key.

  • Page 121: Reinstalling Drivers And Software

    If the Modem Dialing Information screen appears, enter the requested information and click Next. Enter the date, time, and time zone in the Date and Time Settings window and click Next. If the Networking Settings screen appears, click Typical and click Next.
  • Page 122 So l vi n g Pro b l em s...

  • Page 123: Adding And Replacing Parts

    S E C T I O N 8 A d d i n g a n d R e p l a c i n g Pa r t s Adding Memory Adding a Mini PCI Card Adding a Modem Replacing the Hard Drive...

  • Page 124: Adding Memory

    NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty. Adding and Replacing Pa rts Adding Memory You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. See page 138 for information on the memory supported by your computer.
  • Page 125 Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screw from 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. 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 126 NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot properly. No error message indicates this failure. Adding and Replacing Pa rts securing clips (2 per connector) NOTICE: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module in the connector labeled “DIMM A”...
  • Page 127 Replace the cover. NOTICE: If the cover is difficult to close, remove the module and reinstall it. Forcing the cover to close may damage your computer. captive screw memory module cover Adding and Re placing Parts...

  • Page 128: Adding A Mini Pci Card

    (802.11a, 802.11a/b, 802.11a/b/g) Wireless LAN Mini PCI cards. Under no circumstances should the user install such a device. Only trained Dell service personnel are authorized to install a 5-GHz Wireless LAN Mini PCI card. If you are removing and/or installing a 2.4-GHz (802.11b, 802.11b/g) Mini PCI card, follow the instructions noted below.
  • Page 129 NOTICE: Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts. Ground yourself by touching a metal connector on the back of the computer. Continue to ground yourself periodically during this procedure. Turn the computer over. Loosen the captive screw from the Mini PCI card/modem cover, and remove the cover.
  • Page 130 Mini PCI card Mini PCI card connector Adding and Replacing Pa rts NOTICE: To avoid damaging the Mini PCI card, never place cables on top of or under the card. NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the connectors and realign the card.

  • Page 131: Adding A Modem

    Adding a Modem If you ordered the optional modem at the same time that you ordered your computer, Dell installed the modem for you. CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety instructions at the front of this guide (see page 11).
  • Page 132 Adding and Replacing Pa rts Ground yourself by touching a metal connector on the back of the computer, and continue to do so periodically during this procedure. Turn the computer over, and loosen the captive screw from the Mini PCI card/modem cover. captive screw If a modem is not already installed, go to step 10.
  • Page 133 pull-tab modem modem cable Connect the modem cable to the modem. NOTICE: The cable connectors are keyed for correct insertion; do not force the connections. Align the modem with the screw hole, and press the modem into the connector on the system board. Install the screw to secure the modem to the system board.

  • Page 134: Replacing The Hard Drive

    You also need the Drivers and Utilities for your computer to install the drivers and utilities on the new hard drive. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell. Adding and Replacing Pa rts...
  • Page 135 NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic packaging. For precautions on preventing electrostatic discharge, see page 11. Slide the hard drive out of the computer. Remove the new drive from its packaging. Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the hard drive.
  • Page 136 Adding and Replacing Pa rts...

  • Page 137: Appendix

    S E C T I O N 9 A p p e n d i x Specifications Standard Settings Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only) Contacting Dell Regulatory Noticesour cccess the help Limited Warranties and Return Policy...

  • Page 138: Specifications

    Appendix Specifications Microprocessor Microprocessor type L1 cache L2 cache External bus frequency System Information System chip set Data bus width DRAM bus width Microprocessor address bus width PC Card CardBus controller PC Card connector Cards supported PC Card connector size Data width (maximum) Memory Memory module connector...
  • Page 139 Ports and Connectors Serial Parallel Video Audio Infrared sensor S-video TV-out Mini PCI Modem Network adapter IEEE 1394 Communications Modem: Type Controller Interface Network adapter Wireless 9-pin connector; 16550C-compatible, 16-byte buffer connector 25-hole connector; unidirectional, bidirectional, or ECP 15-hole connector microphone miniconnector, stereo headphones/speakers miniconnector two 4-pin USB 2.0–compliant connectors...
  • Page 140 Appendix Video Video type Data bus Video controller Video memory LCD interface TV support Audio Audio type Stereo conversion Interfaces: Internal External Speaker Internal speaker amplifier Volume controls Display Type (active-matrix TFT) Dimensions: Height Width Diagonal 64-bit hardware accelerated (ATI M9) 128-bit hardware accelerated (NVIDIA NV28m) 4X AGP...
  • Page 141 (continued) Display Maximum resolutions Response time (typical) Refresh rate Operating angle Viewing angles: Horizontal Vertical Pixel pitch Power Consumption: Panel with backlight (typical) Controls Keyboard Number of keys Key travel Key spacing Layout Touch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Size: Width Height...
  • Page 142 Appendix Track Stick X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Size Battery Type Dimensions: Depth Height Width Weight Voltage Charge time with computer off Operating time Life span (approximate) Temperature range: Operating Storage AC Adapter Input voltage Input current (maximum) Input frequency Output current Output power 250 count/sec @ 100 gf...
  • Page 143 (continued) AC Adapter Rated output voltage Dimensions: Height Width Depth Weight (with cables) Temperature range: Operating Storage Physical Height Width Depth Weight: With travel module and 72-WHr battery With CD drive and 72-WHr battery 19.5 VDC 27.94 mm (1.1 inches) 58.42 mm (2.3 inches) 133.85 mm (5.25 inches) 0.4 kg (0.9 lb)
  • Page 144 Appendix 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 145: Standard Settings

    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 settings for the system setup program. Certain changes might make your computer work incorrectly.

  • Page 146: System Setup Screens

    NOTE: To change the boot sequence on a one-time-only basis, see page 147. Appendix System Setup Screens On each screen, the system setup options are listed at the left. To the right of each option is the setting or value for that option. You can change settings that appear as white type on the screen.
  • Page 147 Performing a One-Time Boot 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.) Turn off the computer.
  • Page 148 Enabling the Infrared Sensor Enter the system setup program: Turn on your computer. Press when the DELL™ logo appears. Press until you locate Infrared Data Port under Basic Device Configuration. Press the down-arrow key to select the Infrared Data Port setting, and press the right-arrow key to change the setting to a COM port.

  • Page 149: Dell Technical Support Policy (U.s. Only)

    Dell, as well as the verification of appropriate functionality of the computer and all Dell- installed hardware.

  • Page 150: Definition Of "Third-Party" Software And Peripherals

    Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals Third-party software and peripherals include any peripheral, accessory, or application software 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 151 Country Code City Code Aruba General Support Australia (Sydney) E-mail (Australia): au_tech_support@dell.com International Access Code: 0011 E-mail (New Zealand): nz_tech_support@dell.com Country Code: 61 Home and Small Business City Code: 2 Government and Business Preferred Accounts Division (PAD) Customer Care Corporate Sales...
  • Page 152 Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Belgium (Brussels) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 E-mail: tech_be@dell.com Country Code: 32 E-mail for French Speaking Customers: support.euro.dell.com/be/fr/emaildell/ City Code: 2 Technical Support Customer Care Home/Small Business Sales Corporate Sales...
  • Page 153 Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Canada (North York, Ontario) Automated Order-Status System International Access Code: 011 AutoTech (automated technical support) TechFax Customer Care (home/small business) Customer Care (med./large business, government) Technical Support (home/small business) Technical Support (med./large bus., government) Sales (direct sales—from outside Toronto) Sales (direct sales—from within Toronto) Sales (federal government, education, and medical)
  • Page 154 Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code China (Xiamen) Tech Support website: support.ap.dell.com/china Country Code: 86 Tech Support E-mail: cn_support@dell.com City Code: 592 Tech Support Fax Home and Small Business Technical Support Corporate Accounts Technical Support Customer Experience...
  • Page 155 Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Denmark (Copenhagen) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 E-mail Support (portable computers): den_nbk_support@dell.com Country Code: 45 E-mail Support (desktop computers): den_support@dell.com E-mail Support (servers): Nordic_server_support@dell.com Technical Support Customer Care (Relational) Home/Small Business Customer Care...
  • Page 156 Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code France (Paris) (Montpellier) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/fr/fr/emaildell/ Country Code: 33 Home and Small Business City Codes: (1) (4) Technical Support Customer Care Switchboard Switchboard (calls from outside of France)
  • Page 157 Country Code City Code Hong Kong Technical Support (Dimension™ and Inspiron™) International Access Code: 001 Technical Support (OptiPlex™, Latitude™, and Dell Precision™) Country Code: 852 Customer Service (non-technical, post-sales issues) Transaction Sales Large Corporate Accounts HK Large Corporate Accounts GCP HK...
  • Page 158 Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Italy (Milan) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/it/it/emaildell/ Country Code: 39 Home and Small Business City Code: 02 Technical Support Customer Care Switchboard Corporate Technical Support Customer Care Switchboard...
  • Page 159 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) 24-Hour Automated Order Service Customer Care Business Sales Division (up to 400 employees)
  • Page 160 Customer Service (Austin, Texas, U.S.A.) Fax (Technical Support and Customer Service) (Austin, Texas, U.S.A.) Sales (Austin, Texas, U.S.A.) SalesFax (Austin, Texas, U.S.A.) Luxembourg Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 E-mail: tech_be@dell.com Country Code: 352 Technical Support (Brussels, Belgium) Home/Small Business Sales (Brussels, Belgium)
  • Page 161 Country Code: 31 (Enterprise): nl_server_support@dell.com City Code: 20 (Latitude): nl_latitude_support@dell.com (Inspiron): nl_inspiron_support@dell.com (Dimension): nl_dimension_support@dell.com (OptiPlex): nl_optiplex_support@dell.com (Dell Precision): nl_workstation_support@dell.com Technical Support Technical Support Fax Home/Small Business Customer Care Relational Customer Care Home/Small Business Sales Relational Sales Home/Small Business Sales Fax...
  • Page 162 Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code New Zealand E-mail (New Zealand): nz_tech_support@dell.com International Access Code: 00 E-mail (Australia): au_tech_support@dell.com Country Code: 64 Home and Small Business Government and Business Sales Nicaragua General Support Norway (Lysaker) Website: support.euro.dell.com...
  • Page 163 Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Portugal E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/es/es/emaildell/ International Access Code: 00 Technical Support Country Code: 35 Customer Care Sales Puerto Rico General Support St. Kitts and Nevis General Support St. Lucia General Support St. Vincent and the Grenadines General Support...
  • Page 164 International Access Code: 00 E-mail: swe_support@dell.com Country Code: 46 E-mail Support for Latitude and Inspiron: Swe-nbk_kats@dell.com City Code: 8 E-mail Support for OptiPlex: Swe_kats@dell.com E-mail Support for Servers: Nordic_server_support@dell.com Technical Support Relational Customer Care Home/Small Business Customer Care Employee Purchase Program (EPP) Support...
  • Page 165 Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Switzerland (Geneva) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 E-mail: swisstech@dell.com Country Code: 41 E-mail for French-speaking HSB and Corporate Customers: support.euro.dell.com/ch/fr/emaildell/ City Code: 22 Technical Support (Home and Small Business) Technical Support (Corporate)
  • Page 166 Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code U.K. (Bracknell) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 Customer Care website: dell.co.uk/lca/customerservices Country Code: 44 E-mail: dell_direct_support@dell.com City Code: 1344 Technical Support (Corporate/Preferred Accounts/PAD [1000+ employees]) Technical Support (direct/PAD and general)
  • Page 167 Employee Purchase Program (EPP) Customers 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 U.S. Virgin Islands General Support Venezuela General Support...

  • Page 168: Regulatory Noticesour Cccess The Help

    Plug the computer into a different outlet so that the computer and the receiver are on different branch circuits. If necessary, consult a Dell Technical Support representative or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions. For additional regulatory information, see the Tell Me How help file that...

  • Page 169: Nom Information (Mexico Only)

    Paseo de la Reforma 2620 - 11° Piso Col. Lomas Altas 11950 México, D.F. Ship to: Dell Computer de México, S.A. de C.V. al Cuidado de Kuehne & Nagel de México S. de R.I. Avenida Soles No. 55 Col. Peñon de los Baños 15520 México, D.F.

  • Page 170: Limited Warranties And Return Policy

    Appendix Limited Warranties and Return Policy Dell-branded hardware products purchased in the U.S. or Canada come with either a 90-day, 1-year, 2-year, 3-year, or 4-year limited warranty. To determine which warranty came with your hardware product(s), see your packing slip or invoice. The following sections describe the limited warranties and return policy for the U.S., the limited warranties and return policy for...
  • Page 171 Dell computer on which such parts are installed. The limited warranty on all Dell-branded products begins on the date of the packing slip or invoice. The warranty period is not extended if we repair or replace a warranted product or any parts.
  • Page 172 During the 90 days of the 90-day limited warranty and the first year of all other limited warranties, we will repair any Dell-branded hardware products returned to us that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship. If we are not able to repair the product, we will replace it with a comparable product that is new or refurbished.
  • Page 173 We are not responsible for lost or corrupted data. What if I purchased a service contract? If your service contract is with Dell, service will be provided to you under the terms of the service agreement. Please refer to that contract for details on how to obtain service.

  • Page 174: Total Satisfaction" Return Policy (U.s. Only)

    You must ship the products to Dell within 5 days of the date that Dell issues the Credit Return Authorization Number. You must also return the products to Dell in their original packaging, in...
  • Page 175 – Failure to follow the product instructions or failure to perform preventive maintenance – Problems caused by using accessories, parts, or components not supplied by Dell • Products with missing or altered Service Tags or serial numbers • Products for which Dell has not received payment THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM PROVINCE TO PROVINCE.
  • Page 176 Dell-branded batteries lasts only 1 year and the limited warranty on the lamps for Dell-branded projectors lasts only 90 days. The limited warranty begins on the date of the packing slip or invoice. The warranty period is not extended if we repair or replace a warranted product or any parts.
  • Page 177 What if I purchased a service contract? If your service contract is with Dell, service will be provided to you under the terms of the service contract. Please refer to that contract for details on how to obtain service. Dell's service contracts can be found online at www.dell.ca or by calling Customer Care at 1-800-847-4096.

  • Page 178: Total Satisfaction" Return Policy (Canada Only)

    If you are an end-user customer who bought new products directly from Dell, you may return them to Dell up to 30 days after you receive them for a refund or credit of the product purchase price. If you are an end-user customer who bought reconditioned or refurbished products from Dell, you may return them to Dell within 14 days after the date on the packing slip or invoice for a refund or credit of the product purchase price.

  • Page 179: 1-Year End-User Manufacturer Guarantee (Latin America And The Caribbean Only)

    Dell company, you may return Dell Software and Peripherals products that are in as-new condition to Dell up to 30 days from the date on the packing slip or invoice for a refund of the product purchase price if already paid. This refund will not include any shipping and handling charges shown on your packing slip or invoice;...

  • Page 180: Making A Claim

    In the absence of applicable legislation, this Guarantee will be the end user’s sole and exclusive remedy against Dell or any of its affiliates, and neither Dell nor any of its affiliates shall be liable for loss of profit or contracts, or any other indirect or consequential loss arising from negligence, breach of contract, or howsoever.

  • Page 181: Intel ® Warranty Statement For Pentium ® And Celeron ® Processors Only (U.s. And Canada Only)

    ® Intel Warranty Statement for Pentium Processors Only (U.S. and Canada Only) Limited Warranty ® Intel warrants that its family of Pentium and Celeron conform to Intel’s publicly available specifications for a period of three (3) years after the date the Pentium or Celeron processor was purchased (whether purchased separately or as part of a computer system).
  • Page 182 ® ® Intel Pentium and Celeron Processors are backed by a three-year limited warranty. Please refer to the reverse side of this card for complete warranty details. Intel’s Commitment to Quality Intel is committed to producing the highest quality processors available. That’s why we have hundreds of people dedicated to continuously improve our design, manufacturing, and testing technology.

  • Page 183: Index

    72 helpful tips, 73 how to copy a CD, 74 crashes, 110 damaged computer testing, 112 Dell support policy, 149 Device Driver Rollback, 114 device latch release description, 27 system view, 27 device status lights, 21 description, 21...
  • Page 184 floppy drive connecting to the parallel port, 28 fixing problems, 108 hard drive description, 25, 31 replacing, 134 system view, 25, 31 hardware drivers, 113 Hardware Troubleshooter, 118 help file accessing, 104 IEEE 1394 connector description, 24 system view, 24 Infrared Sensor enabling, 148 infrared sensor...
  • Page 185 power fixing problems, 51 protection devices, 41 turning off your computer, 42 power button description, 20 system view, 20 printer cable, 38 connecting, 38 parallel, 38 setting up, 38 USB, 39 programs crashes, 110 fixing problems, 110 not responding, 110 RAM.
  • Page 186 uninterruptible power supplies See UPS, 42 UPS, 42 USB connector description, 28 system view, 28 video connector description, 29 system view, 29 Index warranty, 170 wet computer, 111 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 114 Hardware Troubleshooter, 118 help, 104 reinstalling, 119 System Restore, 116...

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