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    Dell™ Inspiron™ XPS Gen 2 Owner's Manual Model PP14L www.dell.com | support.dell.com
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    a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see the Dell Inspiron Help file. To access the help file, see page 9. If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this document to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are not applicable. Information in this document is subject
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    Front View 13 Left Side View 17 Right Side View 19 Back View Power Protection Devices 28 Surge Protectors 28 Line Conditioners 28 Uninterruptible Power Supplies 28 3 Using a Battery Battery Performance 31 Checking the Battery Charge 32 Dell QuickSet Battery Meter 32 Microsoft Windows Power
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    Installing a Battery 34 Storing a Battery 34 4 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Using CDs and DVDs 35 Copying CDs and DVDs 35 How to Copy a CD or DVD 35 Using Blank CD-Rs and CD-RWs 36 Helpful Tips 36 Using Dell MediaDirect 37 Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device 38 S-Video
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    Type 56 Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft® Windows® XP . . . . . 57 8 Solving Problems Dell Diagnostics 59 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 59 Drive Problems 61 DVD drive problems 62 Hard drive problems 63 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 63 Error Messages 65 IEEE 1394 Device
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    program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system . . . . . 68 A solid blue screen appears 69 Other software problems 69 Memory Problems 69 Network Problems 70 PC Card Problems 70 Power Problems 71 Printer Problems 72 Scanner Problems 73 Sound and Speaker Problems 74 No sound from
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    Computer 84 Hard Drive 85 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 87 Memory 87 Modem 90 Mini PCI Card 91 Hinge Cover 94 Keyboard 95 Coin-Cell Battery 96 Display 97 Optical Drive 99 Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 100 10 Appendix Specifications 103 Using the System Setup Program
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    Macrovision Product Notice 113 Contacting Dell 113 Index 131 8 Contents
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    ® Windows® • How to play CDs and DVDs • How to use standby mode and hibernate mode • How to change my display resolution • How to clean my computer Help File 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Click User and system guides and click User's guides. 3 Click Dell Inspiron Help
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    .com What Are You Looking For? • How to remove and replace parts in my computer • Service Tag and Express Service Code • Microsoft Windows License Label Find It Here Service Manual at support.dell.com Service Tag and Microsoft Windows License These labels are located on the bottom of your computer
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    also use the customized Dell Premier Support website • Upgrades - Upgrade information for components, such at premier.support.dell.com. The website may not be as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system available in all regions. • Customer Care - Contact information, service call and order
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    a modem) Find It Here Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Type a word or phrase that describes your problem and click the arrow icon. 3 Click the topic that describes your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on the screen. 12 Finding Information
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    display latch release display keyboard status lights (5) power button keyboard touch pad buttons (2) device status and open the display. D I S P L A Y - For more information about your display, see the Dell Inspiron Help file. To access the help file, see page 9. A Tour of Your Computer 13
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com 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. NOTICE: To avoid losing data when you turn off your computer, shut down your computer through the Start menu instead of pressing the power button.
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    The battery charge is low. • Solid orange: The battery charge is critically low. A I R V E N T S ( 2 ) - The computer uses fans to create Play or pause. This button also launches Dell Media Experience or Microsoft® Windows® Media Center Edition. See "Using Dell MediaDirect" on page 37. Plays the
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    through the system setup program and Dell QuickSet. T O U C H P A D B U T T O N S - Touch pad buttons provide the same functionality as mouse buttons. K E Y B O A R D - The keyboard includes a numeric keypad as well as the Microsoft® Windows® logo key. For information on supported keyboard shortcuts
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    . For more information, see the documentation that came with your card. To turn off only the Bluetooth® wireless technology functionality, right-click the icon in the Windows notification area (in the lower-right corner of your screen) and click Disable Bluetooth Radio. To quickly enable or disable
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    can change the color and color intensity through the system setup program and Dell QuickSet. S E C U R I T Y C A B L E S L O T - Lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device to the computer. For more information, see the instructions included with the device. NOTICE: Before you buy an
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    Card slot audio connectors hard drive IEEE 1394 connector S E C U R E D I G I T A L I / O S L O T - The Secure Digital I/O slot supports one Secure Digital memory card or other SDI/O device. Use Secure Digital memory cards the system setup program and Dell QuickSet. A Tour of Your Computer 19
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    rates, such as some digital video cameras. H A R D D R I V E - Stores software and data. P C C A R D S L O T - Supports one PC Card, such as a modem or network adapter. The computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the slot. For more information, see the Dell Inspiron Help file. To access the
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    Connects an external DVI-compatible monitor. With an adapter cable, you can also connect an external VGA-compatible monitor to the DVI connector. VIDEO CONNECTOR Connects an external VGA-compatible monitor. For more information, see the Dell Inspiron Help file. To access the help file, see
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTICE: When you disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp the connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly but gently to avoid damaging the cable. USB CONNECTORS Connect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. S-VIDEO TV-OUT CONNECTOR
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    Bottom View subwoofer optical-drive locking screw battery charge gauge battery-bay latch release battery cover for internal card with Bluetooth® wireless technology hard drive air vent (CPU fan) memory module cover air vent (VGA fan) Mini PCI card/modem cover B A T T E R Y C H A R G E G A U G E
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com M I N I P C I C A R D / M O D E M C O V E R - Covers the compartment that contains the Mini PCI card and the modem. For more information, see "Modem" on page 90. M E M O R Y M O D U L E C O V E R - Covers the compartment that contains the memory modules. For more
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    to the Internet, you need a modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP), such as AOL or MSN. Your ISP will offer one -click the MSN Explorer or AOL icon on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. 3 Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup. If you do not have an MSN
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    dell.com | support.dell.com 4 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 on using the system setup program, see page 109. For more information about Dell QuickSet, see the Dell Inspiron Help file.
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    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. • Load paper and
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    are designed to maintain AC voltage at a fairly constant level. Uninterruptible Power Supplies NOTICE: Loss of power while data is being saved to the hard drive may result in data loss or file damage. NOTE: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to a UPS. Connect other
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    fluctuations and interruptions. UPS devices contain a battery that provides temporary power to connected devices when AC power is interrupted. The battery charges while AC power is available. See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on battery operating time and to ensure that the
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com 30 Setting Up Your Computer
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    +RW/DVD+R drives • Using wireless communications devices, PC Cards, or USB devices • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other power-intensive programs such as 3D games • Running the computer in maximum performance mode. For more information, see the Dell Inspiron Help file
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    damage. Checking the Battery Charge The Dell QuickSet Battery Meter, the Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter window and icon, the battery charge gauge, and the low-battery warning provide information on the battery charge. Dell QuickSet Battery Meter If Dell QuickSet is installed, press
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    window warns you when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. For more information about low-battery alarms, see "Power Management" in the Dell Inspiron Help file. To access the help file, see page 9. Charging the Battery NOTE: The AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com 3 Slide and hold the battery-bay latch release on the bottom of the computer, and then remove the battery from the bay. battery charge gauge battery-bay latch release battery Installing a Battery 1 Slide the battery lengthwise into the bay at a 45-degree angle. 2
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    . The DVD-writable drives installed in Dell™ computers can write to DVD+R and DVD+RW media, and they can read DVD-R and DVD-RW media. However, DVD-writable drives do not write to and might not read DVD-RAM media. In addition, commercially available DVD players for home theater systems might not read
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    dell.com | support.dell.com 4 To copy a CD or DVD: • If you have one CD or DVD drive, ensure that the settings are correct and click Copy. The computer reads your source CD or DVD and copies it to a temporary folder on your computer hard drive Tips • Use Microsoft® Windows® Explorer to drag and
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    's functionality. For more information about Dell QuickSet, see the Dell Inspiron Help file. To access the help file, see "Help File" on page 9. If you have Microsoft Windows Media Center Edition or Dell Media Experience installed, you can use Dell MediaDirect to launch your media application
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device NOTE: Video and audio cables for connecting your computer to a TV or other audio device are not included with your computer. Cables may be purchased at most consumer electronics stores. The TV/digital audio adapter
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    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. 2 Connect the TV/digital audio
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com 3 Plug one end of the S-video cable in to the S-video input connector on the TV/digital audio adapter cable. 4 Plug the other end of the S-video cable in to the S-video input connector on your TV. 5 Plug the single-connector end of the audio cable in to the headphone
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    -out connector on your computer. 3 Plug one end of the S-video cable in to the S-video input connector on the TV/digital audio adapter cable. 4 Plug the other end of the S-video cable in to the S-video input connector on the TV. 5 Plug one end of the S/PDIF digital audio cable in to the digital
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com 8 See "Enabling the Display Settings for a TV" on page 45 to ensure that the computer recognizes and works properly with the TV. Composite Video and Standard Audio TV/digital audio adapter cable composite video cable standard audio cable 1 Turn off the computer and
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    3 Plug one end of the composite video cable in to the composite video-input connector on the TV/digital audio adapter cable. 4 Plug the other end of the composite video cable in to the composite video-input connector on the TV. 5 Plug the single-connector end of the audio cable in to the headphone
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com TV/digital audio adapter cable composite video cable standard audio cable 1 Turn off the computer and the TV and/or audio device that you want to connect. 2 Connect the TV/digital audio adapter cable to the S-video TV-out connector on the computer. 3 Plug one end of
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    following settings: a Exit PowerDVD. b Double-click the speaker icon in the Windows notification area. c Click the Options menu and then click Advanced Controls. g Click OK. h Reopen PowerDVD. 7 Insert a DVD into the DVD drive. The DVD will autorun. Enabling the Display Settings for a TV NOTE:
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com 8 Click Apply. 9 Click OK to confirm the settings change. 10 Click Yes to keep the new settings. 11 Click OK. 46 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia
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    . • To enable the keypad, press . The 9 light indicates that the keypad is active. • To disable the keypad, press again. Key Combinations System Functions Opens the Task Manager window Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 47
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    Advanced tab in the Power Options Properties window. See "Power Management" in the Dell Inspiron Help file. To access the help file, see page 9. Puts the system into hibernate mode (if Dell QuickSet is installed). For more information about Dell QuickSet, see the Dell Inspiron Help file. To access
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    a network) Windows logo key and Opens the System Properties dialog box To adjust keyboard operation, such as the character repeat rate, open the Control Panel, click Printers and Other Hardware, and click Keyboard. For information about the Control Panel, see the Dell Inspiron Help file
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com Touch Pad The touch pad detects the pressure and then click Mouse. For information about the Control Panel, see the Dell Inspiron Help file. To access the help file, see page 9. 2 In the Mouse Properties window, click the Touch Pad tab to adjust touch pad settings. 3
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    when using extended PC Cards: • Protect the exposed end of an installed card. Striking the end of the card can damage the system board. • Always remove an extended PC Card before you pack the computer in its carrying case. Installing a PC Card You can install a PC Card in the computer while
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com To install a PC Card: 1 Hold the card with the top side of the card facing up. The latch may need to be in the "in" position before you insert the card. 2 Slide the card into the slot until the card is completely seated in its connector. If you encounter too much
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    safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 1 Press the latch and remove the card or blank. For some latches, you must press the latch twice: once to pop the latch out, and then a second time to pop the card out. 2 Remove the card or blank. Save a blank to use when no PC Card is installed
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com 54 Using PC Cards
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    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: 1 Connect the network cable to the network adapter connector on the back of your computer. NOTE: Insert the cable until it clicks into
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    provided with Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2). 4 Complete the checklist and required preparations. 5 Return to the Network Setup Wizard and follow the instructions on the screen. Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network NOTE: These networking instructions do not apply to internal cards with
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    in Microsoft® Windows® XP Your wireless network card requires specific software and drivers in order to connect to a network. The software is already installed. If the software is removed or corrupted, follow the instructions included in the user's guide for your wireless network card. The user
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com 2 Click to select the network you want to configure, enter a WEP or WPA key when prompted. NOTE: Network security settings are unique to your network. Dell cannot provide this information. Your network is configured automatically. NOTE: Your computer can take up to 1
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    on your hard drive. NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, see "Contacting Dell" on page 113. 1 Shut down the computer. 2 If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions. 3 Connect the
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    error code and problem description and follow the instructions on the screen. If you cannot resolve the error condition, contact Dell. See "Contacting Dell" on page 113. NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is located at the top of each test screen. If you contact Dell, technical support will ask
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    device. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all devices from system setup, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of the screen. The device list may not display the names of all the components installed on your
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    drives. Problems writing to a DVD+RW drive C L O S E O T H E R P R O G R A M S - The DVD+RW drive G T O A D V D + R W D I S C - See the Dell Inspiron Help file or search for the keyword standby in the Windows Help and Support Center for information on power management modes. To access help, see page
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    Hard drive problems A 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 - A hot hard drive may prevent the operating system Internet Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
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    point to All Programs, and then click Modem Helper. Follow the instructions on the screen to identify and resolve modem problems. (Modem Helper may not be available on certain computers.) VERIFY THAT THE MODEM IS COMMUNICATING WITH WINDOWS - 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click
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    R O G R A M S A N D T R Y A G A I N - You have too many programs open. Close all windows and open the program that you want to use. O P E R A T I N G S YS T E M N O T F O U N D - Reinstall the hard drive. See page 85. If the problem persists, contact Dell. See "Contacting Dell" on page 113. Solving
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    " on page 113. Keyboard Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTE: Use the integrated keyboard when working in MS-DOS® mode or when running the Dell Diagnostics or the system setup program. When you
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    3 From the Windows desktop, click have a defective external keyboard. Contact Dell. See "Contacting Dell" on page 113. Unexpected characters D Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. Solving Problems
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    so that it runs in an environment similar to non-Windows XP operating system environments. 1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs→ Accessories, and then click Program Compatibility Wizard. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on the screen. 68 Solving Problems
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    all tests run successfully, the error condition is related to a software problem. For information on Dell Diagnostics, see page 59. Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. Solving Problems 69
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    with the memory. See page 87. • Ensure that you are following the memory installation guidelines. See page 87. • Run the Dell Diagnostics. See page 59. Network Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide
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    I D E D B Y D E L L - Contact the PC Card manufacturer. Power Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTE: See the Dell Inspiron Help file for information on standby mode. To access the help file, see
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    Dell Inspiron Help file or search for the keyword standby in the Help and Support Center. To access help, see page 9. R E S E A T T H E M E M O R Y M O D U L E S - If the computer power light turns on but the display remains blank, reinstall the memory modules. See page 87. Printer Problems CAUTION
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    WINDOWS - 1 Click the Start button, click Control Panel, and then click Printers and Other Hardware. 2 Click View installed for instructions Scanner Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTE
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com Sound and Speaker Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. No sound from integrated speakers A D J U S T T H E W I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - Double-click the
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    screen. Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the sound is not muted. Touch Pad or Mouse Problems Drivers" on page 78. Video and Display Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. Solving Problems
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    the Windows Help and Support Center. To access help, see page 9. S W I T C H T H E V I D E O I M A G E - If your computer is attached to an external monitor, press to switch the video image to the display. C H E C K T H E S YS T E M F O R P O W E R - Ensure that the system has battery power
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    its driver recognizes. Dell ships your computer to you with required drivers already installed-no further installation or configuration is needed. Many drivers, such as the keyboard driver, come with your Microsoft® Windows® operating system. You may need to install drivers if you: • Upgrade your
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    Properties. 7 Click the Drivers tab. 8 Click Roll Back Driver. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore to return your computer to the operating state that existed before you installed the new driver. See "Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore" on page 79
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    Manually Reinstalling Drivers 1 After copying the required driver files to your hard drive, click the Start button and right-click My Computer. 2 Click Properties. 3 Click the Hardware tab and click Device Manager. 4 Double-click the type of device for which you are installing the driver (for
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com Creating a Restore Point 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Click System Restore. 3 Follow the instructions on the screen. Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State If problems occur after you install a device driver, use Device Driver
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    If you reinstall Windows XP with less than 200 MB of free hard-disk space available, System Restore is automatically disabled. To see if System Restore is enabled: 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 Click the System Restore tab
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com 82 Solving Problems
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    Dell Support website at support.dell.com) Turning Off Your Computer NOTICE: To avoid losing data, save and close any open files and exit any open programs before you turn off your computer. 1 Shut down the operating system window, click Turn off. The computer turns off after the operating system
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    safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: Handle components and cards with care. Do not touch the components or contacts on a card. Hold a card by avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you service the computer. 84 Adding and Replacing Parts
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    battery 6 Remove the optical drive, if installed, from the optical drive bay. See page 99. 7 Press the power button to ground the system board. 8 Remove any installed PC Cards from the PC Card slot. 9 Close the display and turn the computer upside down on a flat work surface. 10 Remove the hard
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    the system board, you must remove the main battery before you begin working inside the computer. NOTE: 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
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    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 hard drive Memory You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. See "
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com 3 Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screws on the memory module cover, and then remove the cover. NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the memorymodule securing clips. 4 If you are replacing a memory module,
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    module and reinstall it. 6 Replace the memory module cover. NOTICE: If the cover is difficult to close, remove the module and reinstall it. Forcing the cover to close may damage your computer. 7 Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical
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    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). NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you
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    the modem to the system board. 6 Replace the modem cover. Mini PCI Card If you ordered a Mini PCI card with your computer, the card is already installed. CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you begin working inside the computer. 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 83. 2 Turn the computer over and loosen the captive
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    the Mini PCI card into the connector until it clicks. NOTICE: To avoid damaging the Mini PCI card, never place cables under the card. b Connect the antenna cables to the Mini PCI card if a wireless card is installed in your computer. Mini PCI card antenna cables Adding and Replacing Parts 93
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    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). NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you
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    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). NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com c Pull up on the keyboard connector pull-tab to disconnect the keyboard connector from the system board. keyboard screws (2) tabs (5) keyboard connector pull-tab system board connector NOTICE: To avoid scratching the palm rest when replacing the keyboard, hook
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    then push the battery into place. b Connect the battery cable to the connector on the system board. 6 Replace the keyboard. 7 Replace the hinge cover. Display CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com 3 Disconnect the antenna cables from the Mini PCI card. Mini PCI card antenna cables 4 Remove the hinge cover. See page 94. 5 Remove the four screws securing the display. 6 Use the pull-tab to disconnect the display cable from the system board, and remove the cable
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    hole in the system board. Ensure that the antenna cables are not twisted and that they are securely attached to the Mini PCI card. Optical Drive CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 1 Follow the procedures
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    of the computer). NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you begin working inside the computer. If you ordered an internal card with Bluetooth® wireless technology with your computer, it is already installed. 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin
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    you can disconnect the card from its cable and remove it from the computer. cover card cable 5 To replace the card, connect the card to the cable and then carefully insert it into the compartment. 6 Replace the card cover and tighten the screw. 7 Replace the battery. Adding and Replacing Parts 101
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com 102 Adding and Replacing Parts
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    L1 cache L2 cache External bus frequency System Information System chip set Data bus width DRAM bus width Processor address bus width Flash EPROM PCI bus (PCI-Express used for video controllers) PC Card CardBus controller PC Card connector Cards supported PC Card connector size Data width (maximum
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    Mini PCI card slot RJ-11 port RJ-45 port 7-pin mini-DIN connector (optional S-video to composite video adapter cable) six 4-pin USB 2.0-compliant connectors 15-hole connector one slot 24-pin connector V.9x 56K MDC softmodem internal AC'97 bus 10/100/1000 Ethernet LAN on system board 104 Appendix
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    continued) Wireless Video NVIDIA: Data bus Video controller Video memory LCD interface TV-out support Color output Audio Audio type Stereo conversion Interfaces: Internal External Speaker Internal speaker amplifier Volume controls Audio controller internal Mini PCI Wi-Fi support; internal card with
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com Display Type (active-matrix TFT) Dimensions: Height Width Diagonal Maximum resolution Refresh rate Operating angle Viewing angle (typical): Horizontal Vertical Pixel pitch: Power consumption (panel with backlight) (typical): Controls Keyboard Number of keys Layout
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    time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions. See "Power Problems" on page 71. See "Using a Battery" on page 31 for more information on battery life and operating time. 500 discharge/charge cycles 0° to 35°C (32° to 95
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com AC Adapter (continued) Dimensions: Height Width Depth Weight (with cables) Temperature range: 40° to 70°C (-40° to 158°F) Physical Height Width Depth Weight (with 9-cell battery): With optical drive 42.4 mm (1.7 inches) 394 mm (15.5 inches) 288 mm (11.3 inches) 3.
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    the Windows Help and Support Center. To access help, see page 12. The system setup screens display the current setup information and settings for your computer, such as: • System configuration • Basic device-configuration settings • System security and hard-drive password settings • Power management
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    installed in your computer, including but not limited to the following: • Diskette Drive • Internal HDD • USB Storage Device • CD/DVD/CD-RW drive without entering system setup. (You can also use this procedure to boot the Dell Diagnostics on the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive.) 1
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    Peripherals Dell-installed software includes the operating system and some of the software programs that are installed on the computer during the manufacturing process (Microsoft® Office, Norton Antivirus, and so on). Dell-installed peripherals include any internal expansion cards, or Dell-branded
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    panel of your computer, on cardmounting brackets, and on the cards themselves. If any one of the labels carries a Class by Dell could void your authority to operate this equipment. This device complies with Part 15 not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction manual, may
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    . Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Contacting Dell To contact Dell electronically, you can access the following websites: • www.dell.com • support.dell.com (technical support) • premiersupport.dell.com (technical support for educational, government, healthcare, and medium/large
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    Inspiron XPS computers, you may contact Dell through the technical support dell.com E-mail for servers and EMC: [email protected] Customer Care Tech Support Tech Support Services Sales Aruba General Support Australia (Sydney) E-mail (Australia): [email protected] International
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    fr/emaildell/ Technical Support for Inspiron XPS computers only Technical Support for all other Dell computers Technical Support Fax Customer Care Corporate Sales Fax Switchboard Bermuda General Support Bolivia General Support Brazil Website: www.dell.com/br International Access Code: 00
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Brunei Customer Technical Support (Penang, Malaysia) Country Code: 673 Customer Service (Penang, Malaysia) Transaction Sales (Penang,
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    Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Technical Support website: support.dell.com.cn Technical Support E-mail: [email protected] Customer Care E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support Fax Technical Support (Dell™ Dimension™ and Inspiron™) Technical Support (OptiPlex™, Latitude™, and Dell
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    Fax Switchboard Denmark (Copenhagen) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/dk/da/emaildell/ Country Code: 45 Technical Support for Inspiron XPS computers only Technical Support for all other Dell computers Customer Care (Relational) Home
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    ) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 49 City Code: 6103 Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/fr/fr/emaildell/ Home and Small Business Technical Support for Inspiron XPS computers only Technical Support for
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    Gold Service Switchboard Sales Fax Grenada General Support Guatemala General Support Guyana General Support Hong Kong Website: support.ap.dell.com International Access Code: 001 Technical Support E-mail: [email protected] Country Code: 852 Technical Support (Dimension and Inspiron
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    : 1 Italy (Milan) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 39 City Code: 02 Jamaica Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support Technical Support for Inspiron XPS computers only U.K. Technical
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    Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Japan (Kawasaki) Website: support.jp.dell.com International Access Code: 001 Technical Support (servers) Country Code: 81 Technical Support outside of Japan (servers) City Code: 44 Technical Support (Dimension and Inspiron) Technical Support outside
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    , Belgium) Switchboard (Brussels, Belgium) Technical Support Customer Service (Xiamen, China) Transaction Sales (Xiamen, China) Website: support.ap.dell.com Technical Support (Dell Precision, OptiPlex, and Latitude) Technical Support (Dimension, Inspiron, and Electronics and Accessories) Technical
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    Customer Service Main Montserrat Netherlands Antilles Netherlands (Amsterdam) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 31 City Code: 20 New Zealand International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 64 General Support General Support Website: support.euro.dell.com Technical Support for Inspiron XPS
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    Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Nicaragua General Support Norway (Lysaker) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/no/no/emaildell/ Country Code: 47 Technical Support for Inspiron XPS computers only Technical Support for all
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    www.dell.com | support.dell.com Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Singapore (Singapore) Website: support.ap.dell.com International Access Code: 005 Country Code: 65 Technical Support (Dimension, Inspiron,
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    Business Technical Support Customer Care Sales Switchboard Fax Corporate Technical Support Customer Care Switchboard Fax Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/se/sv/emaildell/ Technical Support for Inspiron XPS computers only Technical Support for all other Dell computers
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    (Geneva) Website: support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 E-mail: [email protected] Country Code: 41 City Code: 22 E-mail for French-speaking HSB and Corporate Customers: support.euro.dell.com/ch/fr/emaildell/ Technical Support for Inspiron XPS computers only
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    Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers Website: support.euro.dell.com Customer Care website: support.euro.dell.com/uk/en/ECare/Form/Home.asp E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support for Inspiron XPS computers only Technical Support
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    -3355 Spare Parts Sales toll-free: 1-800-357-3355 Extended Service and Warranty Sales toll-free: 1-800-247-4618 Fax toll-free: 1-800-727-8320 Dell Services for the Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, or Speech-Impaired toll-free: 1-877-DELLTTY (1-877-335-5889) U.S. Virgin Islands General Support 1-877
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    , 34 low-battery warning, 33 performance, 31 power meter, 32 removing, 33 storing, 34 blanks PC Cards, 51 removing, 52 Bluetooth® wireless technology device status light, 17 installing, 100 boot sequence, 110 C CardBus technology PC Cards, 51 CD drive problems, 62 CD-RW drive problems, 62 CDs
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    21 E error messages, 65 F fan description, 19, 21, 23 Finding Information, 9 floppy drive connecting to a USB connector, 18 H hard drive description, 23 problems, 63 replacing, 85 returning to Dell, 87 hardware conflicts, 81 Hardware Troubleshooter, 81 Help and Support Center, 12 help file, 9 hinge
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    , 67-69 sound and speakers, 74 spyware, 64, 69 technical support policy, 111 video and display, 75 Program Compatibility Wizard, 68 Q QuickSet, 16, 18-19, 26, 32, 37, 48 R RAM. See memory reinstalling Windows XP, 79 S safety instructions, 9 scanner problems, 73 screen. See display Index 133
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    9 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 78 enabling display settings for a TV, 45 Hardware Troubleshooter, 81 Help and Support Center, 12 Program Compatibility Wizard, 68 reinstalling, 79 System Restore, 79 wireless network, 56 wireless network adapter PC Cards, 51 U uninterruptible power supply. See
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