Dell P11F setup guide Solving Problems

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To run the Program Compatability Wizard:

1.Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Run programs made for previous versions of Windows.

2.In the welcome screen, click Next.

3.Follow the instructions on the screen. 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.

Solving Problems

––Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run the software. See the software documentation for information.

––Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly.

––Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program.

––If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program.

––Write down any error message that is displayed to help in troubleshooting when contacting Dell.

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Contents SETUP GUIDE Page SETUP GUIDE July 2010 P/N N0KR7 Rev. A00 Contents Solving Problems Index Contents Before Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your XPS LaptopConnect the AC Adapter Connect the Network Cable Optional Press the Power Button Set Up Microsoft Windows Create System Recovery Media Recommended Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Install the SIM Card Optional Battery bay SIM card slot Enable or Disable Wireless Optional Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Set Up Wireless Display Optional Set Up the TV Tuner Optional Connect to the Internet Optional Setting Up a Wired ConnectionSetting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up Your Internet Connection Right View Features Using Your XPS LaptopUsing Your XPS Laptop Using Your XPS Laptop Using Your XPS Laptop Left View Features Front View Features Back View Features Using Your XPS Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features Using Your XPS Laptop Using Your XPS Laptop Using Your XPS Laptop Power Button Light Or XPS Logo Light Status Lights and IndicatorsBattery Status Light Disabling Battery Charging Scroll Touch Pad GesturesZoom Windows Mobility Center System SetupMultimedia Control Keys Using Your XPS Laptop Control Strip Features Using Your XPS Laptop Using the Emergency Eject Hole Using the Optical DriveUsing Your XPS Laptop Display Features Using Your XPS Laptop Zoom Touch Screen Gestures OptionalRotate Removing and Replacing the Battery Battery release latch Tabs Productivity and Communication Software FeaturesFastAccess Facial Recognition Entertainment and Multimedia Dell DataSafe Online BackupDell Stage Optional Using Your XPS Laptop Nvidia Optimus Technology Free Fall Sensor Changing the Application Profile SettingsAdd a Category Dell Dock OptionalAdd an Icon Remove a Category or IconBeep Codes Solving ProblemsTouch Screen Problems Wired Connections Network ProblemsWireless Connections Power Problems Memory Problems Lockups and Software Problems Solving Problems Dell Support Center Using Support ToolsSystem Messages My Dell DownloadsUsing Support Tools Hardware Troubleshooter Dell DiagnosticsIf PSA is invoked Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveIf PSA is not invoked Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc Starting Dell Diagnostics From Drivers and Utilities DiscRemove the Drivers and Utilities disc Restoring Your Operating System Undoing the Last System Restore System RestoreStarting System Restore Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic Dell DataSafe Local BackupUpgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional System Recovery Media Starting Dell Factory Image Restore Dell Factory Image RestoreRestoring Your Operating System 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 Getting Help Before You Call Locating Your Service TagGetting Help Contacting Dell If you need to See Finding More Information and ResourcesFinding More Information and Resources Computer Model SpecificationsComputer Information MemoryPdif ConnectorsCamera Media Card ReaderCommunications AudioDisplay VideoAC Adapter BatteryPhysical Keyboard BacklitTouch Pad Computer Environment Macrovision Product Notice AppendixVDC Index ISP Index Index Page 0N0KR7A00