Dell 1300 owner manual Option Function

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The computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment, a series of initial tests of your system board, keyboard, hard drive, and display.

•During the assessment, answer any questions that appear.

•If a failure is detected, the computer stops and beeps. To stop the assessment and restart the computer, press <n>; to continue to the next test, press <y>; to retest the component that failed, press <r>.

•If failures are detected during the Pre-boot System Assessment, write down the error code(s) and contact Dell.

If the Pre-boot System Assessment completes successfully, you receive the message Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. Press any key to continue.

5Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive.

Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities CD

1Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD.

2Shut down and restart the computer.

When the DELL logo appears, press <F12> 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.

NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for one time only. On the next start-up, the computer boots according to the devices specified in system setup.

3When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive and press <Enter>.

4Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the menu that appears and press <Enter>.

5Type 1 to start the ResourceCD menu and press <Enter> to proceed.

6Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. If multiple versions are listed, select the version appropriate for your computer.

Dell Diagnostics Main Menu

1After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for the option you want.

Option

Function

 

 

Express Test

Performs a quick test of devices. This test typically takes

 

10 to 20 minutes and requires no interaction on your

 

part. Run Express Test first to increase the possibility of

 

tracing the problem quickly.

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Solving Problems

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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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