Dell G374R, P04S series setup guide Solving Problems

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•Move the connected mouse or a finger on the touch pad or press the power button to resume normal operation.

•If the display is not responding, press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on.

•If the problem persists, contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 55 for assistance).

If the power light is breathing white and the computer is not responding — The computer is in standby mode or the display may not be responding.

•Move the connected mouse or a finger on the touch pad or press the power button to resume normal operation.

•If the display is not responding, press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on.

Solving Problems

•If the problem persists, contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 55 for assistance).

If you encounter interference that hinders reception on your computer — An unwanted signal is creating interference by interrupting or blocking other signals. Some possible causes of interference are:

•Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables.

•Too many devices connected to a power strip.

•Multiple power strips connected to the same electrical outlet.

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Contents Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE May 2009 P/N G374R Rev. A00 Contents Finding More Information Resources Specifications Appendix Before Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Inspiron LaptopConnect the AC Adapter Connect the Network Cable Optional Press the Power Button Set Up Microsoft Windows Vista Enable or Disable Wireless Optional Press Enter to apply the change Click Start → Connect To Setting Up a Wired ConnectionSetting Up a Wireless Connection Connect to the Internet OptionalConnect to the Internet window appears Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionClick Start → Control Panel Right Side Features Using Your Inspiron LaptopUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Left Side Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base Features AC Adapter Indicator light statusBattery charge level BatteryUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Media Controls Display Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery Battery Battery bay Battery release latch Entertainment and Multimedia Software FeaturesProductivity and Communication Customizing the Desktop Customizing Your Energy SettingsIf the User Account Control window appears, click Continue Transferring Information to a New ComputerBacking Up Your Data Beep Codes Solving Problems Five beeps Real Time Clock failure Three beeps Possible motherboard failure Chipset error Two beeps No RAM detected Four beeps RAM read/write failureWired Connections Network ProblemsWireless Connections Power Problems Solving Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message Memory ProblemsIf you experience other memory problems Click End Task If a program stops respondingClick Applications If you have other software problems Dell Support Center Using Support ToolsSystem Messages For assistance Click Start → Help and Support Dell DiagnosticsHardware Troubleshooter Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc Restoring Your Operating System Starting System Restore System RestoreClick Undo my last restoration and click Next Dell Factory Image RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Restoring Your Operating System Dell Operating System disc Dell Drivers and Utilities disc Operating System ReinstallationBefore You Begin Insert the Operating System disc Reinstalling Windows VistaClick Exit if the Install Windows message appears Getting Help DellConnect Technical Support and Customer ServiceDell Support e-mail addresses Online ServicesDell Support websites Product Information Automated Order-Status ServiceReturning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Before You Call Diagnostic ChecklistVisit support.dell.com Contacting DellDrivers and Utilities disc Dell Technology Guide installed on your hard driveFinding More Information and Resources If you need to SeeSee If you need toProcessor SpecificationsSystem Model Computer Information MemoryDiscrete ExpressCardCommunications VideoAudio Ports and ConnectorsViewing Angles DimensionsDisplay KeyboardTouch Pad BatteryResolution CameraSee the Dell Technology Temperature rangeDimensions 65 W AC Adapter90 W Weight with 4-cell batteryPhysical Computer EnvironmentAltitude maximum Macrovision Product Notice AppendixIndex Index Wired network connection 7 wireless network connection Page 0G374RA00