Dell 600m Sound and Speaker Problems, If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound

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If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound

•Ensure that the sound is not caused by the program that is running.

•Ensure that the disk or disc is inserted properly.

If the CD-RW drive stops writing

DISABLE STANDBY MODE IN WINDOWS BEFORE WRITING TO A

CD-RW — Search for the keyword standby in the Help and Support Center. To access help, see "Accessing Help" on page 98.

CHANGE THE WRITE SPEED TO A SLOWER RATE — See the help files for

your CD creation software.

EXIT ALL OTHER OPEN PROGRAMS — Exiting all other open programs before writing to the CD-RW may alleviate the problem.

Sound and Speaker Problems

If you have a problem with integrated speakers

ADJUST THE WINDOWS® VOLUME CONTROL — Double-click the speaker icon in the lower-right corner of your screen. Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the sound is not muted. Adjust the volume, bass, or treble controls to eliminate distortion.

ADJUST THE VOLUME USING THE VOLUME CONTROL BUTTONS — Press the volume control buttons and mute button, which are located above the keyboard.

REINSTALL THE SOUND (AUDIO) DRIVER — See "Reinstalling Drivers and

Software" on page 115.

If you have a problem with external speakers

CHECK THE SPEAKER CABLE CONNECTIONS — See the setup diagram

supplied with the speakers.

TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET — Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp.

ENSURE THAT THE SPEAKERS ARE TURNED ON — See the setup diagram

supplied with the speakers.

ADJUST THE WINDOWS VOLUME CONTROL — Double-click the speaker icon in the lower-right corner of your screen. Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the sound is not muted. Adjust the volume, bass, or treble controls to eliminate distortion.

NOTE: The volume control in some MP3 players overrides the Windows volume setting. If you have been listening to MP3 songs, make sure that you did not turn the player volume down or off.

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Contents W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Abbreviations and Acronyms Contents Setting Up the Docking Device to Connect to a Network Modem and Internet Connection ProblemsUninterruptible Power Supplies Removing and Installing a Reserve BatteryMicrosoft Windows Logo Key Functions Radios Including Wireless Networking and BluetoothConnecting a Television to the Computer Using Blank CD-R Discs or Blank CD-RW DiscsEnabling the Display Settings for a Television Connecting to a Network Adapter102 Reinstalling Drivers and Software 115 Contents104 105118 Viewing the System Setup Screens 135120 123Index Contents General Power Battery EMC Instructions Air TravelCalifornia Residents When Using Your Computer When Using Your ComputerErgonomic Computing Habits When Working Inside Your ComputerProtecting Against Electrostatic Discharge Battery DisposalWhen Using Your Computer Tour of Your Computer Keyboard status lights Mute button Front ViewTouch pad buttons Speaker Tour of Your ComputerLight is flashing Keyboard Status Lights Left Side View Audio Connectors Device latch release Right Side ViewBack View Video TV-out connector Serial connector USB connectors Parallel connectorRJ-45 Connects a parallel device, such as a printer Serial Connector Bottom View Tour of Your Computer W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Internet Connection Connecting to the InternetSetting Up Your Computer Modem and Internet Connection Problems Close the Phone and Modems Options window Mail ProblemsTransferring Information to a New Computer Setting Up a Printer Printer Cable Connecting a Parallel PrinterScrews Clips Parallel printer Cable Notches Connecting a USB Printer Printer ProblemsUSB connector on computer USB printer On printer CablePower Protection Devices Setting Up the Docking Device to Connect to a NetworkClick Control Panel Click Printers and Other Hardware Surge Protectors Uninterruptible Power SuppliesLine Conditioners Turning Off Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices Battery Performance Using a BatteryFollowing icons appear in the Battery Meter screen Checking the Battery ChargeUsing Batteries and Module Bay Devices Removing a Battery Charging the BatteryInstalling a Battery Removing and Installing a Reserve Battery Storing a Battery Power ProblemsAbout the Module Bay Checking the Charge on the Second Battery Device latch release Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices If the Device Screw Is Not InstalledIf the Device Screw Is Installed Device latch release If the Device Screw Is Not Installed Device latch release If necessary, enter your password to unlock your computer If necessary, enter your password to unlock your computer Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric Keypad Using the Keyboard and Touch PadKeyboard Shortcuts Radios Including Wireless Networking and BluetoothSystem Functions CD or DVD TraySpeaker Functions Power ManagementMicrosoft Windows Logo Key Functions Opens the System Properties dialog boxTouch pad Touch pad buttons External Keyboard Problems Touch Pad or Mouse ProblemsCustomizing the Touch Pad Unexpected Characters Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia CD and DVD Problems Using CDs and DVDsUsing CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia If you cannot play a CD or DVDIf you have a problem with integrated speakers Sound and Speaker ProblemsIf you have a problem with external speakers If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding soundMusicCD allows you to burn custom music CDs Copying CDsUsing Blank CD-R Discs or Blank CD-RW Discs Using Easy CD Creator BasicHelpful Tips How to Copy a CD Connecting a Television to the Computer Video cable Audio cable Video ConnectionUsing CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Composite Video Connection Video TV-out connector Enabling the Display Settings for a Television Setting Up a Home and Office Network Network Setup Wizard Connecting to a Network AdapterSetting Up a Home and Office Network Network cableRestart the Computer Try to log on to the network again Network ProblemsDetermining your Network Type Connecting to Wireless Local Area NetworksConnecting to a Network in Windows XP Click Add Setting Up a Home and Office Network Finalizing your Network Connection Security Settings From the Network Authentication drop-down menu, select Open Setting Up a Home and Office Network Click Properties Setting Up a Home and Office Network Solving Problems Solving Problems Finding SolutionsSee Error Messages Accessing HelpIf the display is blank Video and Display ProblemsClick Control Panel Click Add or Remove Programs If the display is difficult to read 100 Solving ProblemsSolving Problems 101 Scanner ProblemsIf only part of the display is readable Click Appearance and Themes102 Solving Problems Drive ProblemsIf you cannot save a file to a floppy drive Back of floppy disk Write-protected Not write-protectedIf you have problems with a hard drive PC Card ProblemsUnder Error-checking, click Check Now Click Start Solving Problems 103Error messages appear General Program ProblemsProgram crashes Program stops respondingIf Your Computer Gets Wet Solving Problems 105106 Solving Problems Resolving Other Technical ProblemsIf You Drop or Damage Your Computer Solving Problems 107 What Is a Driver?Drivers Identifying Drivers108 Solving Problems Reinstalling Drivers and UtilitiesManually Reinstalling Drivers for Windows XP Creating a Restore Point Using System Restore110 Solving Problems Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating StateSolving Problems 111 Undoing the Last System RestoreResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 112 Solving ProblemsBefore You Reinstall Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XPReinstalling Windows XP 114 Solving Problems Solving Problems 115 Reinstalling Drivers and SoftwareSolving Problems Adding and Replacing Parts Adding Memory 118 Adding and Replacing PartsAdding and Replacing Parts 119 Adding a Mini PCI Card 120 Adding and Replacing PartsAdding and Replacing Parts 121 122 Adding and Replacing Parts Adding and Replacing Parts 123 Antenna connectors on card Antenna cablesReplacing the Hard Drive M2.5 x 5-mm screw 124 Adding and Replacing PartsAdding and Replacing Parts 125 Adding and Replacing Parts P e n d i Specifications Fast IR and IrDA Standard 1.0 Slow IR Two 4-pin USB 2.0-compliant connectorsVideo TV-out To composite video adapter cable4X AGP 1400 x 1050 at 16.8 million colors SXGA+ Key spacing Information on battery life Approximately 2 to 3 hours 4-cell batteryOperating Storage Altitude maximum Grms 122 G 163 G Operating Storage134 Appendix Viewing the System Setup Screens Standard SettingsSystem Setup Screens Appendix 135136 Appendix Commonly Used OptionsAppendix 137 Enter the system setup program a Turn on your computerDell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only Contacting Dell Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsDefinition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals Appendix 139140 Appendix Appendix 141 142 Appendix Appendix 143 144 Appendix Appendix 145 146 Appendix Appendix 147 148 Appendix Appendix 149 150 Appendix Appendix 151 152 Appendix Appendix 153 154 Appendix Appendix 155 156 Appendix Appendix 157 Regulatory Notices158 Appendix NOM Information Mexico OnlyAppendix 159 Limited Warranties and Return Policy160 Appendix How long does this limited warranty last?Appendix 161 What do I do if I need warranty service?162 Appendix What if I purchased a service contract?Appendix 163 Total Satisfaction Return Policy U.S. Only164 Appendix Appendix 165 166 Appendix Dell Software and Peripherals Canada Only Total Satisfaction Return Policy Canada OnlyAppendix 167 168 Appendix Dell-Branded Peripheral ProductsAppendix 169 Making a Claim170 Appendix Intel’s Three Year Limited WarrantyWhat are Errata? Appendix 171Appendix Display description, 20 system view Device latch release description, 26, 30 system view, 26Description, 22 system view Index 173PC Card slot description, 23 system view Power button description, 20 system view174 Index Responding, 104 scanner problems, 101 System Restore Serial connector description, 29 system viewSmart card slot description, 24 system view Speakers description, 22 system view176 Index

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