Dell PP10S owner manual Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia, Playing a CD or DVD

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Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia

Playing a CD or DVD

NOTICE: Do not press down on the CD or DVD tray when you open or close it. Keep the tray closed when you are not using the drive.

NOTICE: Do not move the computer while playing CDs or DVDs.

1Press the eject button on the front of the drive.

2Pull the tray out.

3Place the disc, label side up, in the center of the tray and snap the disc onto the spindle.

NOTE: If you use a module that shipped with another computer, you need to install the drivers and software necessary to play DVDs or write data. For more information, see the Drivers and Utilities CD.

4Push the tray back into the drive.

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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 Inspiron 1200January D8833 Contents Completing the Power Management Wizard Using a BatteryMicrosoft Windows Logo Key Functions Radios Including Wireless NetworkingConnecting to a Wireless Local Area Network Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft Windows XPProgram is designed for an earlier Windows operating system If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding soundUsing Microsoft Windows XP System Restore If only part of the display is readableResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Contents What Are You Looking For? Find It Here Warranty information Finding InformationFinding Information Service Tag and Microsoft Windows License At premier.support.dell.com. The website may not be Order status, warranty, and repair informationUpdates What Are You Looking For? Find It HereClick the topic that describes your problem Click the arrow iconFollow the instructions on the screen About Your Computer About Your ComputerFront View Display latch releaseV I C E S T a T U S L I G H T S R D D R I V E a N D K E Y B O a R D S T a T U S L I G H T S Left Side View Audio connectorsBattery Right Side ViewBack View USB C O N N E C T O R S D E O C O N N E C T O R Fan Cover BatteryBottom View Memory moduleSetting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your ComputerConnecting to the Internet Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionIf you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISP Transferring Information to a New ComputerNext Click Files and Settings Transfer WizardStart the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard Printer Cable Setting Up a PrinterConnecting a USB Printer USB connector on computerLine Conditioners Power Protection DevicesUninterruptible Power Supplies Surge ProtectorsUsing a Battery Battery PerformanceUsing a Battery Checking the Battery Charge Dell QuickSet Battery MeterLow-Battery Warning Recalibrating a Battery Charging the BatteryRecalibrating a Battery Through the System Setup Utility Removing a Battery Installing a BatteryStoring a Battery Using a Battery Setting Sleep Modes Power ManagementPower Management Tips Power Management WizardSelecting a Power Scheme Standby Mode Power Management ModesSetting Battery Alarms and Actions Completing the Power Management WizardPower Options Properties Hibernate ModePower Schemes Tab Hibernate Tab Alarms TabPower Meter Tab Advanced TabPower Management Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Using CDs, DVDs, and Other MultimediaPlaying a CD or DVD Volume icon Volume meter Mute icon Adjusting the VolumeAdjusting the Picture Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Numeric keypad Using the Keyboard and Touch PadUsing the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric KeypadKey Combinations Speaker Functions Microsoft Windows Logo Key FunctionsOpens the Search Results-Computer dialog box Customizing the Touch Pad Touch PadExtended PC Cards Using PC CardsInstalling a PC Card PC Card TypesRemoving a PC Card or Blank PC CardRelease latch Setting Up a Network Setting Up a NetworkConnecting to a Network Adapter Network Setup WizardDetermining Your Network Type Connecting to a Wireless Local Area NetworkConnecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft Windows XP Click Checklist for creating a networkSetting Up a Network Setting Up a Network Solving Problems Solving ProblemsDell Diagnostics When to Use the Dell DiagnosticsDell Diagnostics Main Menu Option FunctionTab Function Drive Problems CD and DVD drive problems If there is no audio Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems Error Messages Keyboard Problems External Keyboard Problems Unexpected CharactersShut down the computer, wait 1 minute, and turn it on again Product Information Guide Lockups and Software ProblemsComputer does not start up Computer stops respondingSolid blue screen appears Other software problemsProgram crashes repeatedly Program is designed for an earlier Windows operating systemNetwork Problems Memory ProblemsPower Problems PC Card ProblemsPrinter Problems Scanner Problems Sound and Speaker Problems No sound from integrated speakersNo sound from external speakers No sound from headphones Touch Pad or Mouse ProblemsIf the display is blank Video and Display ProblemsIf only part of the display is readable What Is a Driver?Drivers If the display is difficult to readIdentifying Drivers Reinstalling Drivers and UtilitiesUnder Pick a Category, click Performance and Maintenance Using Windows XP Device Driver RollbackClick Properties Manually Reinstalling DriversResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Click Roll Back DriverRestoring Your Operating System Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreCreating a Restore Point Click System RestoreClick the System Restore tab Using Dell PC Restore by SymantecUndoing the Last System Restore Click Performance and MaintenanceRemoving PC Restore Solving Problems Turning Off Your Computer Adding and Replacing PartsBefore You Begin Recommended ToolsBefore Working Inside Your Computer Memory Captive screw Memory module Securing clips Adding and Replacing PartsHard Drive Adding and Replacing Parts Appendix SpecificationsSodimm DDR Three 4-pin USB 2.0 connectorsType active-matrix TFT 1024 x 768 at 262 K colors Response time typicalMs rise+fall maximum Refresh rate 60 Hz Appendix 1024 x 768 at 262 K colors Power Consumption panel with Backlight typical297 mm MaximumOperating conditions and can be Power-intensive conditionsInformation on battery life and operating 43 WHrW . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Using the System Setup Program Viewing the System Setup ScreensOverview System Setup Screens Changing the Boot SequenceCommonly Used Options Definition of Dell-Installed Software and Peripherals Performing a One-Time BootDell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only Class a Macrovision Product NoticeFCC Notices U.S. Only Definition of Third-Party Software and PeripheralsContacting Dell Class BFCC Identification Information Sales Tech Support ServicesGeneral Support Tech SupportAustria Vienna Website support.euro.dell.com Customer Care med./large business, government Spare Parts Sales & Extended Service Sales 866 440AutoTech automated technical support Customer Care Home Sales/Small BusinessTechnical Support projectors, PDAs, printers Switches, routers, and so on Customer CareInspiron Technical Support OptiPlex, Latitude, Dell Precision Technical Support servers and storageGeneral Support 01-899-753-0777 International Access Code Country Code Greece Website support.euro.dell.com General Support dial from within Jamaica only Appendix Technical Support servers 100101 102 General Support 001-800-882-1519General Support 001-800-220-1006 Fax 21 424 01 103General Support 001-800-507-0962 General Support 0800-50-669Sales Penang, Malaysia International Access Code Mail dellzasupport@dell.comCustomer Technical Support, Customer Service 604 633 104105 106 PowerConnect, and PowerVault Transaction Sales107 108 Index 109Index 110 111 112