Dell PP25L, N073F setup guide Solving Problems

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Turn the computer off. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. Then restart your computer.

If a program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system —

Run the Program Compatibility Wizard.

The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in an environment similar to non-Windows Vista operating system environments.

1.Click Start Control PanelProgramsUse an older program with this version of Windows.

2.In the welcome screen, click Next.

3.Follow the instructions on the screen.

Solving Problems

If a solid blue screen appears — Turn the computer off. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your pointer or mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. Then restart your computer.

If you have other software problems

Back up your files immediately.

Use a virus-scanning program to check the hard drive or CDs.

Save and close any open files or programs and shut down your computer through the Start menu.

Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for troubleshooting information:

––Ensure that the program is compatible with the operating system installed on your computer.

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Contents Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE Model PP25L July N073F Contents Restoring Your Operating System Getting HelpInspiron Setting Up Your Inspiron LaptopUsing The Wireless Switch Check the Wireless SwitchConnect the AC Adapter Connect the Network Cable Press the Power Button Optional Connect to the Internet Optional Windows Vista SetupSetting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up a Wired Internet ConnectionClick Start → Connect To Setting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Device Status Lights Using Your Inspiron LaptopWiFi status light Turns on when Bluetooth status light Right Side Features Security cable slot Used to attach Left Side Features Front Side Features Computer Base and Keyboard Features Media Controls 3 4 Display FeaturesRemoving and Replacing Battery Using the Optical Disc Drive Customizing the Desktop Software FeaturesProductivity and Communication Entertainment and MultimediaBacking Up Your Data Customizing Your Energy SettingsNetwork Problems Solving ProblemsWireless Connections If the network connection is lost Wired Connections Power ProblemsIf you receive an insufficient memory message Memory ProblemsIf a program stops responding End the program Lockups and Software ProblemsClick Applications Solving Problems Solving Problems Dell Support Center Using Support ToolsKeyboard failure Keyboard failure or loose cable System MessagesClick Start → Help and Support Hardware TroubleshooterStarting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Dell DiagnosticsInsert the Drivers and Utilities media Restoring Your Operating System System RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Starting System RestoreClick Undo my last restoration and click Next Dell Factory Image Restore Dell Factory Image RestoreBefore you Begin Operating System ReinstallationClick Exit if the Install Windows message appears Reinstalling Windows VistaGetting Help DellConnect Online Services ServiceSupport.dell.com Ftp.dell.com AutoTech ServiceAutomated Order-Status Service Mobilesupport@us.dell.com Support@us.dell.comGetting Help Before You Call Diagnostic ChecklistVisit support.dell.com Contacting DellGetting Help If you need to See Finding More Information and ResourcesAt support.dell.com Finding More Information and Resources System Model Basic SpecificationsProcessor Memory Express CardVideo CommunicationsIDT STAC9228 AudioKeyboard DisplayTouchpad BatteryAC Adapter Computer Environment PhysicalRelative humidity maximum Index Index Network connection fixing Index Page Page Page Printed on recycled paper Page Page Page Page
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