Dell Vostro 1200 Manuals

Manuals and User Guides for Dell Vostro 1200. We have 3 Dell Vostro 1200 manuals available for free PDF download: Owner's Manual, Service Manual, Quick Setup

Dell Vostro 1200 Owner's Manual (164 pages)

Dell Laptop Owner's Manual

Brand: Dell | Category: Laptop | Size: 3.79 MB

Table of Contents
3
1 Finding Information

11
2 About Your Computer

19
- Front View
  19
- Left Side View
  23
- Right Side View
  24
- Back View
  25
- Bottom View
  28
3 Using a Battery

31
- Battery Performance
  31
- Checking the Battery Charge
  32
  - Microsoft ® Windows ® Power Meter
    32
  - Low-Battery Warning
    32
- Conserving Battery Power
  33
- Power Management Modes
  33
  - Standby and Sleep Mode
    33
  - Hibernate Mode
    34
- Configuring Power Management Settings
  35
  - Accessing Power Options Properties
    35
- Charging the Battery
  35
- Removing the Battery
  36
- Storing a Battery
  37
4 Using the Keyboard

39
- Numeric Keypad
  39
- Key Combinations
  40
  - System Functions
    40
  - Power Management
    40
  - Speaker Functions
    40
  - Microsoft ® Windows ® Logo Key Functions
    40
- Touch Pad
  41
  - Customizing the Touch Pad
    42
5 Using the Display

43
- Adjusting Brightness
  43
- Using a Projector
  43
- Making Images and Text Look Bigger or Sharper
  44
  - Microsoft ® Windows ® XP
    44
  - Windows Vista
    44
- Using both a Monitor and Your Computer Display
  45
  - Microsoft ® Windows ® XP
    45
  - Windows Vista
    46
- Using a Monitor as Your Primary Display
  46
  - Microsoft ® Windows ® XP
    47
  - Windows Vista
    47
6 Using Multimedia

49
- Playing Cds or Dvds
  49
- Copying Cds and Dvds
  51
  - How to Copy a CD or DVD
    51
  - Using Blank Cds and Dvds
    52
  - Helpful Tips
    53
- Adjusting the Volume
  54
- Adjusting the Picture
  54
7 Setting up and Using Networks

55
8 Using Cards

63
- Expresscards
  63
9 Securing Your Computer

67
- Security Cable Lock
  67
- Passwords
  67
- Computer Tracking Software
  70
- Fingerprint Reader (Optional)
  70
- If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen
  70
10 Troubleshooting Tools

73
11 Troubleshooting

85
- Battery Problems
  85
- E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
  85
- Error Messages
  87
- Lockups and Software Problems
  88
- Memory Problems
  90
- Network Problems
  91
- Power Problems
  91
- Printer Problems
  92
- Scanner Problems
  93
- Sound and Speaker Problems
  94
- Touch Pad or Mouse Problems
  95
- Video and Monitor Problems
  96
- Power Lights
  97
- Dell Technical Update Service
  98
- Dell Support Utility
  98
12 System Setup Program

101
- Overview
  101
- Viewing the System Setup Screens
  102
- System Setup Screens
  102
- Commonly Used Options
  102
  - Changing the Boot Sequence
    102
  - Enabling the Infrared Sensor
    104
13 Reinstalling Software

105
- Drivers
  105
  - What Is a Driver
    105
  - Identifying Drivers
    105
  - Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities
    106
- Hardware and Software Problems
  110
- Restoring Your Operating System
  110
14 Traveling with Your Computer

119
- Identifying Your Computer
  119
- Packing the Computer
  119
- Travel Tips
  120
  - Traveling by Air
    120
15 Getting Help

123
- Obtaining Assistance
  123
  - Technical Support and Customer Service
    124
  - Dellconnect
    124
  - Online Services
    124
  - Autotech Service
    125
  - Automated Order-Status Service
    125
- Problems with Your Order
  125
- Product Information
  126
- Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit
  126
- Before You Call
  127
- Contacting Dell
  129
16 Specifications

131
17 Appendix

137
- FCC Notice (U.S. Only)
  137
  - FCC Class B
    137
- Cleaning Your Computer
  138
- Computer, Keyboard, and Display
  138
- Mouse (Non-Optical)
  139
- Touch Pad
  139
- Cds and Dvds
  139
Glossary

141
Index

159

Dell Vostro 1200 Service Manual (42 pages)

Brand: Dell | Category: Laptop | Size: 1.28 MB

Removing the Battery
2
Replacing the Battery
2
Coin Cell Battery
2
Before You Begin
3
Recommended Tools
3
Turning off Your Computer
3
Before Working Inside Your Computer
3
Flashing the BIOS
5
Internal Card with Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
6
Removing the Card
6
Replacing the Card
6
Removing the Processor Module
8
Replacing the Processor Module
8
Removing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly
10
Replacing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly
11
Removing the Display Assembly
12
Replacing the Display Assembly
13
Removing the Display Bezel
13
Replacing the Display Bezel
14
Removing the Display Panel
14
Removing the Inverter Board
14
Replacing the Display Panel
15
Removing the Display Panel Bracket
15
Replacing the Display Panel Bracket
16
Removing the Fan
17
Replacing the Fan
18
Removing the Hard Drive
19
Replacing the Hard Drive
20
Returning a Hard Drive to Dell
20
Removing the Hinge Cover
21
Replacing the Hinge Cover
22
Removing the Keyboard
23
Replacing the Keyboard
23
Replacing the Memory Module
25
Removing a WLAN Card
27
Replacing a WLAN Card
28
Removing the Modem
30
Replacing the Modem
31
Removing the Optical Drive
32
Replacing the Optical Drive
32
Removing the Palm Rest
33
Replacing the Palm Rest
34
Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors
36
USB Connector
36
Video Connector
36
Removing a Speaker
37
Replacing the Speaker
37
Removing the System Board
39
Replacing the System Board
40

Dell Vostro 1200 Quick Setup (2 pages)

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Brand: Dell | Category: Laptop | Size: 0.46 MB

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Dell Vostro 1200 Owner's Manual (164 pages)

Table of Contents

1 Finding Information

2 About Your Computer

3 Using a Battery

4 Using the Keyboard

5 Using the Display

6 Using Multimedia

7 Setting up and Using Networks

8 Using Cards

9 Securing Your Computer

10 Troubleshooting Tools

11 Troubleshooting

12 System Setup Program

13 Reinstalling Software

14 Traveling with Your Computer

15 Getting Help

16 Specifications

17 Appendix

Glossary

Index

Dell Vostro 1200 Service Manual (42 pages)

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Dell Vostro 1200 Quick Setup (2 pages)

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