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CD-RW drive, clock speed, Consumer IR, Control Panel, controller, CRIMM, cursor, DDR SDRAM, device

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CD-RW drive - A drive that can read CDs and write to CD-RW (rewritable CDs) and CD-R (recordable CDs) discs. You can write to CD-RW discs multiple times, but you can write to CD-R discs only once. CD-RW/DVD drive - A drive, sometimes referred to as a combo drive, that can read CDs and DVDs and write to CD-RW (rewritable CDs) and CD-R (recordable CDs) discs. You can write to CD-RW discs multiple times, but you can write to CD-R discs only once. clock speed - The speed, given in MHz, that indicates how fast computer components that are connected to the system bus operate. CMOS - A type of electronic circuit. Computers use a small amount of batterypowered CMOS memory to hold date, time, and system setup options. COA - Certificate of Authenticity - The Windows alpha-numeric code located on a sticker on your computer. Also referred to as the Product Key or Product ID. Consumer IR - A port on the front of the computer that allows certain software applications to be controlled by the Dell Travel Remote in some systems. In other systems, this port allows you to transfer data between the computer and infraredcompatible devices without using a cable connection. Control Panel - A Windows utility that allows you to modify operating system and hardware settings, such as display settings. controller - A chip that controls the transfer of data between the processor and memory or between the processor and devices. CRIMM - continuity rambus in-line memory module - A special module that has no memory chips and is used to fill unused RIMM slots. cursor - The marker on a display or screen that shows where the next keyboard, touch pad, or mouse action will occur. It often is a blinking solid line, an underline character, or a small arrow. D 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. device - Hardware such as a disk drive, printer, or keyboard that is installed in or connected to your computer. device driver - See driver. Glossary 199

Section	Page
Contents	3
Finding Information	13
About Your Computer	19
Determining Your Computer’s Configuration	19
Front View	20
Left Side View	25
Right Side View	27
Back View	28
Bottom View	30
Setting Up Your Computer	33
Connecting to the Internet	33
Setting Up Your Internet Connection	34
Transferring Information to a New Computer	35
Windows Easy Transfer	35
Setting Up a Printer	35
Printer Cable	36
Connecting a USB Printer	36
Power Protection Devices	37
Surge Protectors	37
Line Conditioners	38
Uninterruptible Power Supplies	38
Using the Display	39
Adjusting Brightness	39
Switching the Video Image From Your Computer Display To a Projector	39
Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate	39
Using the Keyboard and Touchpad	41
Numeric Keypad	41
Key Combinations	42
System Functions	42
Display Functions	42
Battery	42
Power Management	42
Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions	43
Dell™ QuickSet Key Combinations	43
Adjusting Keyboard Settings	43
Touch Pad	43
Customizing the Touch Pad	45
Using a Battery	47
Battery Performance	47
Checking the Battery Charge	48
Dell QuickSet Battery Meter	48
Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter	49
Charge Gauge	49
Low-Battery Warning	50
Conserving Battery Power	50
Configuring Power Management Settings	50
Using the Sleep Power State	51
Charging the Battery	51
Replacing the Battery	52
Storing a Battery	53
Using Multimedia	55
Playing Media	55
Playing Media Using Dell Travel Remote	57
Copying CD and DVD Media	58
How to Copy a CD or DVD	59
Using Blank CD and DVD Media	59
Helpful Tips	60
Adjusting the Volume	61
Adjusting the Picture	61
Using Dell MediaDirect™	61
Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device	62
S-Video and Standard Audio	65
S-Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio	66
Composite Video and Standard Audio	68
Composite Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio	70
Component Video and Standard Audio	72
Component Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio	75
Enabling the Display Settings for a TV	78
Using ExpressCards	79
ExpressCard Blanks	79
Installing an ExpressCard	80
Removing an ExpressCard or Blank	81
Using the Memory Card Reader	83
Memory Card Blanks	83
Installing a Memory Card	83
Removing a Memory Card or Blank	85
Setting Up and Using Networks	87
Connecting a Network or Broadband Modem Cable	87
Setting Up a Network	88
Wireless Local Area Network	88
What You Need to Establish a WLAN Connection	88
Checking Your Wireless Network Card	89
Setting Up a New WLAN Using a Wireless Router and a Broadband Modem	90
Connecting to a WLAN	91
Mobile Broadband (or Wireless Wide Area Network)	93
What You Need to Establish a Mobile Broadband Network Connection	93
Checking Your Dell Mobile Broadband Card	94
Connecting to a Mobile Broadband Network	94
Enabling/Disabling the Dell Mobile Broadband Card	95
Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator	96
Securing Your Computer	97
Security Cable Lock	97
Passwords	97
If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen	99
Troubleshooting	101
Dell Technical Update Service	101
Dell Diagnostics	101
Dell Support Center	106
Dell Support 3	106
Dell PC Tune-Up	107
Dell PC CheckUp	108
Dell Network Assistant	108
DellConnect	108
Drive Problems	109
Optical drive problems	109
Hard drive problems	110
E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems	111
Error Messages	112
ExpressCard Problems	117
IEEE 1394 Device Problems	118
Keyboard Problems	118
External Keyboard problems	118
Unexpected characters	119
Lockups and Software Problems	120
The computer does not start	120
The computer stops responding	120
A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly	120
A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system	120
A solid blue screen appears	121
Dell MediaDirect problems	121
Other software problems	122
Memory Problems	123
Network Problems	123
Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN])	124
Power Problems	125
Printer Problems	126
Scanner Problems	127
Sound and Speaker Problems	127
No sound from integrated speakers	127
No sound from external speakers	128
No sound from headphones	128
Touch Pad or Mouse Problems	128
Video and Display Problems	129
If the display is blank	129
If the display is difficult to read	130
If only part of the display is readable	131
Drivers	131
What Is a Driver?	131
Identifying Drivers	132
Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities	132
Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems in the Windows Vista® Operating System	134
Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System	135
Using Windows Vista System Restore	136
Using the Operating System Media	139
Adding and Replacing Parts	141
Before You Begin	141
Recommended Tools	141
Turning Off Your Computer	141
Before Working Inside Your Computer	142
Hard Drive	143
Removing the Hard Drive	144
Replacing the Hard Drive	145
Returning a Hard Drive to Dell	145
Optical Drive	146
Removing the Optical Drive	146
Replacing the Optical Drive	147
Hinge Cover	147
Removing the Hinge Cover	147
Replacing the Hinge Cover	148
Keyboard	148
Removing the Keyboard	149
Replacing the Keyboard	150
Memory	150
Removing the DIMM A Memory Module	150
Replacing the DIMM A Memory Module	152
Removing the DIMM B Memory Module	153
Replacing the DIMM B Memory Module	154
Subscriber Identity Module	156
Wireless Mini Cards	157
Removing a WLAN Card	157
Replacing a WLAN Card	159
Removing a Mobile Broadband or WWAN Card	160
Replacing a WWAN Card	163
Removing a WPAN Card	164
Replacing a WPAN Card	165
Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology	165
Removing the Card	165
Replacing the Card	166
Coin-Cell Battery	166
Removing the Coin-Cell Battery	167
Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery	167
Dell™ QuickSet Features	169
Traveling With Your Computer	171
Identifying Your Computer	171
Packing the Computer	171
Travel Tips	172
Traveling by Air	172
Getting Help	173
Obtaining Assistance	173
Technical Support and Customer Service	174
DellConnect	174
Online Services	174
AutoTech Service	175
Automated Order-Status Service	175
Problems With Your Order	175
Product Information	175
Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit	176
Before You Call	177
Contacting Dell	179
Specifications	181
Using the System Setup Program	189
Viewing the System Setup Screen	190
System Setup Screen	190
Commonly Used Options	190
Cleaning Your Computer	192
Computer, Keyboard, and Display	192
Touch Pad	192
Mouse	193
Media	193
Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)	194
Definition of \	195
Definition of \	195
FCC Notice (U.S. Only)	195
FCC Class B	195
Macrovision Product Notice	196
Glossary	197

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CD-RW drive

— A drive that can read CDs and write to CD-RW (rewritable CDs)

and CD-R (recordable CDs) discs. You can write to CD-RW discs multiple times, but

you can write to CD-R discs only once.

CD-RW/DVD drive

— A drive, sometimes referred to as a combo drive, that can read

CDs and DVDs and write to CD-RW (rewritable CDs) and CD-R (recordable CDs)

discs. You can write to CD-RW discs multiple times, but you can write to CD-R discs

only once.

clock speed

— The speed, given in MHz, that indicates how fast computer

components that are connected to the system bus operate.

CMOS

— A type of electronic circuit. Computers use a small amount of battery-

powered CMOS memory to hold date, time, and system setup options.

COA

— Certificate of Authenticity — The Windows alpha-numeric code located on a

sticker on your computer. Also referred to as the

Product Key

Product ID

Consumer IR

— A port on the front of the computer that allows certain software

applications to be controlled by the Dell Travel Remote in some systems. In other

systems, this port allows you to transfer data between the computer and infrared-

compatible devices without using a cable connection.

Control Panel

— A Windows utility that allows you to modify operating system and

hardware settings, such as display settings.

controller

— A chip that controls the transfer of data between the processor and

memory or between the processor and devices.

CRIMM

— continuity rambus in-line memory module — A special module that has

no memory chips and is used to fill unused RIMM slots.

cursor

— The marker on a display or screen that shows where the next keyboard, touch

pad, or mouse action will occur. It often is a blinking solid line, an underline character,

or a small arrow.

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.

device

— Hardware such as a disk drive, printer, or keyboard that is installed in or

connected to your computer.

device driver

— See

driver