Dell 4100 specifications Changing Printer Modes, Changing COM Ports, Enabling the Infrared Sensor

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change the device settings in the Boot First Device, Boot Second Device, or Boot Third Device options.

Boot Sequence

Description

Option

 

 

 

Boot First Device

Tells the computer where to look first for the software it needs to start the operating system

 

 

Boot Second Device

Tells the computer where to look next if it cannot find the software on the drive identified in Boot First Device

 

 

Boot Third Device

Tells the computer where to look next if it cannot find the software on the drives identified in Boot First Device or Boot Second

 

Device

For a change in the boot sequence options to take effect, you must reboot your computer.

Changing Printer Modes

Set the Parallel Mode option according to the type of printer or device connected to the parallel port. To determine the correct mode to use, see the documentation that came with the device.

Setting Parallel Mode to Disabled disables the parallel port and its assigned LPT address, freeing its interrupt for another device to use.

Changing COM Ports

Serial Port allows you to map the address of the serial port, or to disable the serial port and its assigned COM address, freeing that interrupt for another device to use.

Enabling the Infrared Sensor

1.Press and repeat to locate the Infrared Data Port option under the Basic Device Configuration heading of the system setup program.

2.Press the down-arrow key to highlight Disabled next to Infrared Data Port.

3.Press the right-arrow key to highlight a COM port.

Ensure that the COM port that you highlight is different from the Serial Port COM port.

4.Press the down-arrow key to highlight Fast IR or Slow IR.

Dell recommends that you use Fast IR. If the infrared device cannot communicate with your computer, turn off the computer and repeat this procedure to change the setting to Slow IR.

5.Press to save the changes and exit the system setup program.

The Microsoft® Windows® operating system starts automatically.

6.Follow the instructions on the screen while the infrared sensor driver is installing.

7.At the end of the install process, click Yes to restart the computer.

8.When your computer detects the presence of another activated infrared device, double-click the infrared icon that appears on the Windows taskbar.

HINT: If the infrared device cannot communicate with your computer, turn off the computer and repeat this procedure to change the system setup program setting to Slow IR. If the infrared device still cannot communicate with your computer, contact the infrared device manufacturer.

The Infrared Monitor screen appears.

9.Click the Options tab and then click Enable Infrared Communication.

10.Click OK.

See the infrared device documentation for device setup instructions.

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Contents Hints, Notices, and Cautions Dell InspironAbbreviations and Acronyms Starting the Dell Diagnostics Using the Dell DiagnosticsWhen to Use the Dell Diagnostics Features of the Dell DiagnosticsAdvanced Testing Help Menu Advanced TestingDiagnostics Menu Advanced Testing Main ScreenHelp Description Category Confirming the System Configuration InformationPort Locations Ports and Connector Pin-OutsSerial Connector Pin Signal DefinitionDocking Connector Parallel ConnectorPin Signal PS/2 Connector Video Connector USB ConnectorVideo Composite Video Pin Signal Video TV-Out ConnectorClick Performance and Maintenance Conserving PowerPower Conservation Modes Power Options PropertiesPortable/Laptop default Home/Office Always On Power Schemes TabPower Meter Tab Hibernate Tab Back to Contents Preparing to Work Inside the Computer Removing and Replacing PartsRecommended Tools Screw Identification Exploded View System ComponentsPalm Rest Inserts Display Cover Hard Drive AssemblyRemoving the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive Adding a Daughter Card ModemMemory Module Module Bay DevicesRemoving the Memory Module Cover Replacing the Memory Modules Removing the Memory ModulesRemoving the Mini PCI Card Mini PCI Card AssemblyReplacing the Mini PCI Card Removing the Keyboard Keyboard AssemblyReplacing the Keyboard Display Assembly Page Removing the 14.1-Inch Display Panel Removing the 14.1-Inch Display BezelReplacing the Display Latch Display LatchReplacing the 14.1-Inch Display Panel Removing the Display LatchRemoving the Hinge Covers Hinge CoversReplacing the Hinge Covers Palm Rest Remove the display assembly and hinge coversPage Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly Replacing the Microprocessor Module Replacing the Microprocessor Thermal Cooling AssemblyMicroprocessor Module Removing the Microprocessor ModuleReserve Battery Flashing the BiosRemoving the Reserve Battery Replacing the Reserve Battery System Speaker AssemblyRemoving the Speaker Assemblies Page Replacing the Speaker Assemblies System Board AssemblyRemoving the System Board Replacing the System Board Replacing the Battery and Module Bay Latches Back to Contents Overview System Setup ProgramViewing the System Setup Screens System Setup ScreensChanging COM Ports Changing Printer ModesEnabling the Infrared Sensor Accessing Help Files Solving ProblemsPower Problems Click Control Panel Click Add or Remove Programs Error MessagesVideo and Display Problems If the display is blankIf the display is difficult to read Sound and Speaker ProblemsIf you have a problem with integrated speakers If you have a problem with external speakersClose the Modems Properties window Printer ProblemsModem and Internet Connection Problems Modems Properties window, click Dialing PropertiesUnexpected Characters Scanner ProblemsTouch Pad or Mouse Problems External Keyboard ProblemsIf you cannot save a file to a floppy drive Drive ProblemsIf you cannot play a CD, CD-RW, or DVD General Program Problems Network ProblemsProgram stops responding Mail ProblemsError messages appear If Your Computer Gets WetReinstalling Drivers and Utilities Resolving Other Technical ProblemsIf You Drop or Damage Your Computer Reinstalling the Modem or Network Adapter Driver Windows Manually Reinstalling DriversUsing the Windows XP Device Driver Rollback Reinstalling the Modem or Network Adapter Driver Windows XPWindows Me Click Performance and Maintenance, and then click SystemResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Windows XPClick File System Using System RestoreCreating a Restore Point Click the System Restore tabRestoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Reinstalling WindowsUndoing the Last System Restore Reinstalling Windows XPDouble-clickRefresh Windows OS Reinstalling Windows MeReinstalling Windows Enabling Hibernate Support System Specifications Display CommunicationsVideo AudioTrack Stick BatteryKeyboard Touch PadEnvironmental PhysicalDisplay Tour of Your ComputerFront View Display LatchKeyboard Status Lights MicrophoneDevice Status Lights Touch PadLeft Side View Speakers Right Side ViewHard Drive Security Cable SlotInfrared Sensor Audio ConnectorsModem Connector Network ConnectorBack View Video TV-Out ConnectorSerial Connector Parallel ConnectorVideo Monitor Connector Docking ConnectorPS/2 Connector USB ConnectorDocking Device Latch Battery Release LatchBottom View Module Release Latch
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