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6Wipe off the battery and put it in a safe place to dry.

7Remove the hard drive (see "Replacing the Hard Drive" on page 86).

8Remove the memory module(s) (see "Adding Memory" on page 81).

9Open the display and place the computer right-side up across two books or similar props to let air circulate all around it. Let the computer dry for at least 24 hours in a dry area at room temperature.

CAUTION: To help prevent electrical shock, verify that the computer is thoroughly dry before continuing with the rest of this procedure.

NOTICE: Do not use artificial means, such as a hair dryer or a fan, to speed the drying process.

10Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of the computer.

11Replace the memory module(s), the memory module cover, and the screw(s).

12Replace the hard drive.

13Replace the module bay device and any PC Cards you removed.

14Replace the battery.

15Turn on the computer.

If the computer does not start, or if you cannot identify the damaged components, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 100).

If You Drop or Damage Your Computer

1Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the computer (see "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 27).

2Disconnect the AC adapter from the computer and from the electrical outlet.

3Turn off any attached external devices, and disconnect them from their power sources and then from the computer.

4Remove and reinstall the battery.

5Turn on the computer.

If the computer does not start, or if you cannot identify the damaged components, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 100).

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Contents Dell Inspiron 600m W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o mApril T8109 Contents Removing and Installing a Reserve Battery Checking the Charge on the Second BatteryMicrosoft Windows Logo Key Functions Connecting a Television to the Computer Enabling the Display Settings for a TelevisionConnecting to a Wireless Local Area Network Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft Windows XPManually Reinstalling Drivers for Windows XP Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreIf only part of the display is readable Resolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesAppendix 100Contents Tour of Your Computer Front ViewKeyboard status lights Mute button Touch pad buttons Speaker Display latchW . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Tour of Your Computer Left Side View D I O C O N N E C T O R S Right Side View Security cable slot Module bayParallel connector Back ViewRJ-45 USB C O N N E C T O R S Connects a parallel device, such as a printer Tour of Your Computer Bottom View Tour of Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer Connecting to the InternetSetting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up Your ComputerModem and Internet Connection Problems Next window, click the appropriate optionMail Problems Setting Up a PrinterPrinter Cable Connecting a Parallel Printer Parallel connector on computerScrews Clips Parallel printer Cable Notches Printer Problems Connecting a USB PrinterUSB connector on computer USB printer On printer CableSetting Up the Docking Device to Connect to a Network Power Protection DevicesSurge Protectors Line ConditionersUninterruptible Power Supplies Turning Off Your ComputerComputer turns off after the shutdown process finishes Setting Up Your Computer Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices Using a BatteryBattery Performance Using Batteries and Module Bay DevicesChecking the Battery Charge Dell QuickSet Battery MeterMicrosoft Windows Power Meter Charge GaugeLow-Battery Warning Health GaugeCharging the Battery Removing a BatteryInstalling a Battery Removing and Installing a Reserve Battery Power Problems Storing a BatteryChecking the Charge on the Second Battery About the Module BaySecond battery bottom Device latch release Using Batteries and Module Bay DevicesRemoving and Installing Devices While Computer Is Running Device latch release Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Using the Keyboard and Touch PadNumeric Keypad Battery Keyboard ShortcutsSystem Functions CD or DVD TrayPower Management Advanced tab in the Power Options PropertiesSpeaker Functions Microsoft Windows Logo Key FunctionsTouch Pad Touch pad Touch pad buttonsTouch Pad or Mouse Problems External Keyboard ProblemsCustomizing the Touch Pad Unexpected Characters Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Using CDs and DVDsCD and DVD Problems Using CDs, DVDs, and Other MultimediaSound and Speaker Problems How to Copy a CD or DVD Copying CDs and DVDsConnecting a Television to the Computer Using Blank CD-Rs and CD-RWsHelpful Tips Video Connection Video cable Audio cableUsing CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Composite Video Connection Composite TV-out adapter cable Enabling the Display Settings for a Television Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Setting Up a Home and Office Network Connecting to a Network AdapterSetting Up a Home and Office Network Network cableNetwork Setup Wizard Network ProblemsConnecting to a Wireless Local Area Network Determining Your Network TypeConnecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft Windows XP Infrastructure networkSetting Up a Home and Office Network Setting Up a Home and Office Network Setting Up a Home and Office Network Solving Problems Finding SolutionsSolving Problems See Accessing Help Error MessagesVideo and Display Problems If the display is blankClick Control Panel Click Add or Remove Programs If the display is difficult to read Click Appearance and ThemesScanner Problems Drive ProblemsIf only part of the display is readable If you cannot save a file to a floppy driveBack of floppy disk Write-protected Not write-protected PC Card Problems If you have problems with a hard driveUnder Error-checking, click Check Now Click Start General Program Problems Error messages appearIf Your Computer Gets Wet Program crashesIf You Drop or Damage Your Computer Resolving Other Technical Problems What Is a Driver?Drivers Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities Using Windows XP Device Driver RollbackIdentifying Drivers Manually Reinstalling Drivers for Windows XP Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreRestoring Your Operating System Select a restore point and click Next Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec Enabling System RestoreResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities To use the Windows XP Hardware Troubleshooter Solving Problems Adding and Replacing Parts Adding and Replacing PartsAdding Memory Adding and Replacing Parts Adding a Mini PCI Card Adding and Replacing Parts Antenna connectors on card Antenna cables M2.5 x 5-mm screw Adding and Replacing Parts Replacing the Hard DriveAdding and Replacing Parts Adding and Replacing Parts Specifications AppendixPorts and Connectors Smart CardMemory Communications VideoAudio Display Battery AC Adapter PhysicalEnvironmental Standard Settings Viewing the System Setup ScreensSystem Setup Screens Changing the Boot Sequence Commonly Used OptionsPerforming a One-Time Boot Enter the system setup program a Turn on your computerChanging Printer Modes Changing COM PortsDefinition of Dell-Installed Software and Peripherals Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. OnlyDefinition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals FCC Notices U.S. Only Macrovision Product Notice Contacting Dell101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 Area Codes Local Numbers, Toll-Free Numbers109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 Appendix Index 119Index 120 See UPS 121122

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