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TE S T T H E E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp.

C H E C K T H E AC A D A P T E R Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that it is on.

C O N N E C T T H E C O M P U T E R D I R E C T L Y T O A N E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to verify that the computer turns on. To access the help file, see page 9.

A D J U S T T H E P O W E R P R O P E R T I E S Search for the keyword standby in the Windows Help and Support Center. To access the help file, see page 9.

S W I T C H T H E V I D E O I M A G E If your computer is attached to an external monitor, press <Fn><F8> to switch the video image to the display.

NOTE: If you are playing a DVD or watching a streaming video, <Fn><F8> is disabled.

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A D J U S T T H E B R I G H T N E S S See the Dell Inspiron Help file for instructions on adjusting the brightness. To access the help file, see page 9.

M O V E T H E S U B W O O F E R A W A Y F R O M T H E C O M P U T E R O R M O N I T O R If your external speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the subwoofer is at least 60 cm (2 ft) away from the computer or external monitor.

E L I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I N T E R F E R E N C E Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances.

R O T A T E T H E C O M P U T E R T O F A C E A D I F F E R E N T D I R E C T I O N Eliminate sunlight glare, which can cause poor picture quality.

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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 Dell InspironAbbreviations and Acronyms Contents Using a Battery Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Adding and Replacing Parts 109 AppendixContents Dell Product Information Guide Finding InformationHelp File Dell Support Website support.dell.com W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Front View Tour of Your ComputerKeyboard Status Lights Solid green The battery is charging Left Side View PC Card slot CD or DVD drive Audio connectorsRight Side View Modem connector Air ventsModem Connector Back View AC adapter AC adapter connector Tour of Your ComputerConnects USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer Card cover Bay Hard drive Air vent Memory module cover Bottom ViewTour of Your Computer Setting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up Your ComputerConnecting to the Internet Next window, click the appropriate option Modem and Internet Connection ProblemsMail Problems Printer Cable Setting Up a PrinterConnecting a USB Printer Surge Protectors Printer ProblemsPower Protection Devices Turning Off Your Computer Uninterruptible Power SuppliesLine Conditioners Computer turns off after the shutdown process finishesBattery Performance Using a BatteryCharging the Battery Checking the Battery ChargePower Meter Low-Battery WarningInstalling a Battery Removing a BatteryStoring a Battery Battery and Power ProblemsIf battery life is short If the battery is not chargingDell AccessDirect Button Using the Keyboard and Touch PadNumeric Keypad Reprogramming the ButtonKeyboard Shortcuts Power ManagementSystem Functions CD or DVD TrayMicrosoft Windows Logo Key Functions Speaker FunctionsTouch Pad External Keyboard Problems Touch Pad or Mouse ProblemsCustomizing the Touch Pad Click MouseUnexpected Characters CD or DVD Problems Using CDs, DVDs, and Other MultimediaUsing CDs and DVDs If you have a problem with integrated speakers Sound and Speaker ProblemsIf you have a problem with external speakers Reenable the integrated speakersCopying CDs and DVDs How to Copy a CD or DVDUsing Blank CD-Rs and CD-RWs Helpful Tips Connecting to a Network Adapter Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkOn the welcome screen, click Next Network Setup WizardNetwork Problems 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 Setting Up a Home and Office Network When to Use the Dell Diagnostics Solving ProblemsDell Diagnostics Option Function Tab Function Error MessagesIf the display is blank Video and Display ProblemsIf the display is difficult to read If only part of the display is readable Scanner ProblemsIf you cannot save a file to a floppy drive Drive ProblemsGeneral Program Problems PC Card ProblemsIf you have problems with a hard drive Program crashesError messages appear Resolving Other Technical ProblemsIf Your Computer Gets Wet Program stops respondingIf You Drop or Damage Your Computer Reinstalling Drivers What Is a Driver?Drivers Identifying DriversClick the Hardware tab and click Device Manager Manually Reinstalling Drivers for Windows XPResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Restoring Your Operating System Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestorePC Restore Using Dell PC Restore by SymantecSelect a restore point and click Next Click System Properties Before You Begin Adding and Replacing PartsRecommended Tools Shutting Down Your ComputerHard Drive Screws Hard drive Returning a Hard Drive to Dell MemoryCaptive screw Adding and Replacing Parts Modem and Mini PCI Card Adding a Mini PCI Card Replacing the ModemMini PCI card Mini PCI card Remove the screw labeled O next to the memory module cover CD or DVD DriveKeyboard Remove the keyboard from the bottom case Adding and Replacing Parts Appendix SpecificationsSodimm SPWG-B XGA Power-intensive conditions W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Kg 7.57 lb Overview Using the System Setup ProgramViewing the System Setup Screens Commonly Used Options System Setup ScreensSystem Performance Overview System and Battery Performance OptimizationVariable Speed Fan Optimizing Power Consumption and Battery Charge TimeDell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only FCC Notices U.S. Only Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsDefinition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals Class a Class BFCC Identification Information Contacting DellTech Support AutoTech automated technical support Sales, Customer Support, and Technical Support General Support 01-899-753-0777 International Access Code Country Code Greece Website support.euro.dell.com Ireland Sales Technical Support servers 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 Appendix D ex 110 D e Printer cable, 26 connecting, 26 setting up, 26 USB Problems Uninterruptible power supplies See UPS
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