Dell P776N Connecting Printers, Connecting USB Devices, Connecting FireWire Ieee 1394 Devices

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Connecting Printers

Connecting a Plug and Play Printer

If your printer supports plug and play, Windows Vista will detect it and attempt to install the printer automatically. In some cases, Windows may require a driver for the printer. This driver is located on the software CD that is included with the printer.

1.Connect the printer’s USB cable to an available USB connector, located at the sides of the notebook.

2.Connect the printer’s power cord to a grounded, three-prong power-strip, uninterruptible power supply, or wall outlet.

3.Turn on the printer and Windows Vista will automatically detect it and install the appropriate driver.

Connecting a Non Plug and Play Printer

1.Click the Start button (Windows logo).

2.Click Control Panel.

3.Click Hardware and Sound.

4.Click Add a printer and follow the instructions on the screen.

For further information, please refer to your printer’s documentation.

CHAPTER 3: CONNECTING DEVICES

Connecting USB Devices

Plug the USB device into an available USB connector on your notebook. Windows Vista will detect the device and attempt to install the appropriate driver automatically. In some cases, Windows may require a driver. This driver is located on the software CD that is included with the device.

If your keyboard or mouse uses a USB connection, insert its USB connector into an available USB connector on the notebook. For further information, please refer to your device’s documentation.

The USB/eSATA combo connector with USB PowerShare feature can connect to eSATA compatible devices and USB devices. This connector can also be used for charging USB devices when the computer is on/off or in sleep state.

The USB PowerShare feature is enabled in the BIOS setup by default. When the notebook is on battery mode, you can disable the feature through the Advanced Menu in BIOS (for details, refer to “Entering System Setup” on page 27).

NOTE: The USB PowerShare will be automatically shut off when only 10% of total battery life remains.

Connecting FireWire (IEEE 1394) Devices

Plug the FireWire device into the FireWire connector on your notebook. Windows Vista will detect the device and attempt to install the appropriate driver automatically. In some cases, Windows may require a driver. This driver is located on the software CD that is included with the device.

For further information, please refer to your device’s documentation.

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Contents Alienware M17x Mobile Manual 02/02 Contents 04 /04 Introduction Before Setting Up Your Notebook Setting UP Your NotebookConnect the AC Adapter to the Back of Your Notebook Setting Up Your Alienware MobileProduct Documentation and Media Location and Positioning of Your NotebookConnecting to a Home Network Press the Power Button Windows Vista SetupConnecting to the Internet Getting to Know Your Examining Your Notebook Back View Features Front View FeaturesRight View Features Left View FeaturesTop View Features Bottom View Features Status LEDs Power ButtonFunction Keys Touch ControlsF5 Decrease Display Brightness Removing and Replacing the Battery Pack Battery PackRecharging the Battery Pack Questions and Answers Battery MaintenanceReducing Power Consumption Power ManagementUnderstanding Power Consumption Customizing Your Notebook’s Power SettingsConnecting Devices Extending the Desktop Connecting External DisplaysConnecting a Display Connecting External Speakers Connecting a Plug and Play Printer Connecting PrintersConnecting USB Devices Connecting FireWire Ieee 1394 DevicesAlienware Command Center Using Your NotebookUsing the Integrated Webcam Stealth ModeUsing Removable Media and Cards Using the Optical DriveRAID Level Working With RAIDSystem Setup Screens Configuring the BiosSystem Setup Entering System SetupSata ODD System Setup OptionsAdvanced Menu USB Emulation Graphics Settings Sub-Menu Hybrid Graphics Cmos Installing Additional Or Replacement Components Before Working Inside Your Notebook Before You BeginTurning Off Your Notebook Upgrading/Replacing Memory Compartment door Front of the notebook Captive screws Removing the Memory ModulesMemory module connector Spring locks Tab Notch Removing the Hard Drives Upgrading/Replacing Hard Drives038 /038 Secondary Hard Drive HDD1 Basic Hints and Tips TroubleshootingThings to check before troubleshooting Backup and General MaintenancePre-Boot System Assessment PSA Software Diagnostic ToolsStarting Alienware Diagnostics From the Support CD/DVD Alienware DiagnosticsDVD or Blu-ray movie does not play Answers to Common ProblemsComputer does not recognize the disc or drive An audio CD does not produce soundProgram stops responding or crashes repeatedly SystemComputer fails the Post Computer stops responding/a solid blue screen appearsOther software problems Hard Drive ProblemsMemory InternetKeyboard If the display is difficult to read MonitorIf the display is blank Game Controllers PowerMouse PrinterThere is no sound from the speakers external SpeakersSystem Recovery AlienRespawn Using AlienRespawnMicrosoft System Restore To Enable or Change Password Settings Password ProtectionAdvanced Recovery Factory System RecoveryTo Use the AlienRespawn v2.0 Disc AlienRespawn v2.0 DiscBasic Specifications USB 057/057 Computer Use Appendix a General and Electrical Safety PrecautionsComputer Setup General Safety PrecautionsReplacement Components or Accessories When You Should Contact AlienwareWhen setting up the equipment for use General Safety InformationWhen operating your equipment If your computer uses an AC adapter When Working Inside Your DeviceGeneral Power Safety Protecting Against Electrostatic DischargeTV Antenna Safety Instructions Portable Device Battery SafetyExample of Antenna Grounding Ergonomic InstructionsWaste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Weee Directive Battery DisposalEnvironmental Considerations Recycling InformationRestrictions of Usage Information For Products With Wireless LAN / 802.11 InterfacesExport Regulations Perchlorate MaterialFor produkter med trådløs LAN / 802.11 grænseflade Restriktioner af brugsinformationFrance ItalyInformations sur les restrictions relatives à l’utilisation Informatie over beperkingen in gebruikFrancia Per prodotti con interfacce wireless LAN/802.11Informazioni sulle limitazioni all’uso ItalieFor produkter med trådløse LAN / 802.11-nettverkskort Restriksjoner på brukerinformasjonИнформация об ограничении на использование ItaliaPara productos con interfaces LAN inalámbricas Restricciones sobre la información de usoUnited States Other Country Specific InformationEuropean Union DanmarkSverige Norge依照商品檢驗法案第 11 條條文，Dell 提供對於本文件所涉及產品在台灣地區認證機 構的公司聯絡細節 Terms and Conditions of Sale Information075/075 THEREUNDER, or ANY CLAIM, Dispute or Controversy Whether Return Policies Exchanges Retail Purchaser End User AgreementSoftware Other DocumentsNot For Resale or Export Governing Law Service and SupportLimitation of Liability Binding Arbitration What is covered by this limited hardware warranty?What is not covered by this limited hardware warranty? 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