Dell 1300 owner manual Performing a One-Time Boot

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Changing the Boot Sequence

The boot sequence, or boot order, tells the computer where to look to find the software needed to start the operating system. You can control the boot sequence and enable/disable devices using the Boot Order page of system setup.

NOTE: To change the boot sequence on a one-time-only basis, see “Performing a One-Time Boot.”

The Boot Order page displays a general list of the bootable devices that may be installed in your computer, including but not limited to the following:

•Internal HDD

•USB Storage Device

•CD/DVD/CD-RW drive

NOTE: Only devices that are preceded by a number are bootable.

During the boot routine, the computer starts at the top of the list and scans each enabled device for the operating system start-up files. When the computer finds the files, it stops searching and starts the operating system.

To control the boot devices, select (highlight) a device by pressing the down-arrow or up-arrow key, and then enable or disable the device or change its order in the list.

•To enable or disable a device, highlight the item and press the space bar. Enabled items are preceded by a number; disabled items are not preceded by a number.

•To reorder a device in the list, highlight the device and press either <u> to move the device up the list or <d> to move a device down the list.

Boot sequence changes take effect as soon as you save the changes and exit system setup.

Performing a One-Time Boot

You can set a one-time-only boot sequence without entering system setup. (You can also use this procedure to boot the Dell Diagnostics on the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive.)

1Shut down the computer through the Start menu.

2Connect the computer to an electrical outlet.

3Turn on the computer. When the DELL logo appears, press <F2> immediately. If you wait too long and the Windows logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Windows desktop. Then shut down your computer and try again.

4When the boot device list appears, highlight the device from which you want to boot and press <Enter>.

The computer boots to the selected device.

The next time you reboot the computer, the previous boot order is restored.

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Contents Dell Inspiron 1300/B120/B130 W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o mAbbreviations and Acronyms Contents Using the Display Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Solving Problems Adding and Replacing Parts 127 Finding Information Dell Product Information GuideDell Support Website support.dell.com Tour of Your Computer Front ViewY B O a R D S T a T U S L I G H T S V I C E S T a T U S L I G H T S Left Side View Connects an external VGA-compatible monitor Right Side View AC adapter connector 2 air vent Back ViewBottom View Setting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up Your ComputerConnecting to the Internet Transferring Information to a New Computer Click Finish Setting Up a Printer Connecting a USB Printer Printer CablePower Protection Devices Uninterruptible Power SuppliesSurge Protectors Line ConditionersSwitching the Video Image Using the DisplayAdjusting Brightness Setting Display Resolution Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric KeypadKey Combinations Speaker Functions Microsoft Windows Logo Key FunctionsTouch Pad Customizing the Touch PadUsing a Battery Battery PerformanceChecking the Battery Charge Conserving Battery PowerDell QuickSet Battery Meter Microsoft Windows Power MeterHibernate Mode Power Management ModesStandby Mode Configuring Power Management Settings Power Management WizardSelecting a Power Scheme Power Options Properties Charging the Battery Replacing the Battery Storing a Battery Using a Battery Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Playing a CD or DVDAdjusting the Volume Copying CDs and DVDs Adjusting the PictureHow to Copy a CD or DVD Using Blank CDs and DVDs DVD-Writable DrivesHelpful Tips Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Using ExpressCards Installing an ExpressCardExpressCard Types ExpressCard BlanksRemoving an ExpressCard or Blank Network Setup Wizard Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkConnecting to a Network Adapter Determining Your Network Type Connecting to a Wireless Local Area NetworkConnecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft Windows XP Setting Up a Home and Office Network Setting Up a Home and Office Network Dell QuickSet Features Clicking the QuickSet IconDouble-Clicking the QuickSet Icon Right-Clicking the QuickSet IconDell QuickSet Features Solving Problems Dell DiagnosticsWhen to Use the Dell Diagnostics Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveOption Function Tab Function Drive Problems CD and DVD drive problemsProblems writing to a CD/DVD-RW drive See the help files for your CD or DVD creation softwareMail, Modem, and Internet Problems Hard drive problemsError Messages Diagnostics Characters in filenamesSystem Setup Program Solving Problems Unexpected characters Keyboard ProblemsExternal Keyboard problems Lockups and Software Problems Computer does not start upComputer stops responding Program stops responding or crashes repeatedlyMemory Problems Other software problemsPower Problems Network ProblemsExpressCard Problems Printer Problems Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your ComputerNo sound from integrated speakers Scanner ProblemsSound and Speaker Problems Touch Pad or Mouse Problems No sound from external speakersVideo and Display Problems If the display is blankIf the display is difficult to read Picture qualityWhat Is a Driver? DriversIf only part of the display is readable Identifying DriversReinstalling Drivers and Utilities Using Windows XP Device Driver RollbackUsing the Drivers and Utilities CD Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Restoring Your Operating SystemUsing Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec Solving Problems Using the Operating System CD Before You BeginSolving Problems Adding and Replacing Parts Before You BeginRecommended Tools Turning Off Your ComputerBattery-bay latch release lock Hard Drive Adding and Replacing Parts CD/DVD Drive Returning a Hard Drive to DellMemory Captive screws Memory module Memory slot notch Wireless Mini PCI Card Antenna cable Mini PCI card Mini PCI card Hinge Cover Keyboard Keyboard Specifications AppendixSodimm DDR-2 Wxga 100 101 102 Using the System Setup Program Viewing the System Setup ScreenSystem Setup Screen OverviewPerforming a One-Time Boot Travelling With Your Computer Identifying Your ComputerPacking the Computer Travel TipsTravelling by Air If Your Computer Is Lost or StolenCleaning Your Computer Computer, Keyboard, and DisplayTouch Pad CDs and DVDs108 FCC Notices U.S. OnlyFCC Class B Definition of Dell-Installed Software and Peripherals Macrovision Product NoticeDell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only Definition of Third-Party Software and PeripheralsContacting Dell 110111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 120 121 122 123 124 125 126 Glossary 127128 129 Docking device See APR130 131 132 133 134 135 Video resolution See resolution 136Index 137138 139 140 141 142
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