Dell PP10S owner manual If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound

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Drive Problems

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CD and DVD drive problems

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If there is no audio

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If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound

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Hard drive problems

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E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems

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Error Messages

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Keyboard Problems

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External Keyboard Problems

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Unexpected Characters

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Lockups and Software Problems

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The computer does not start up

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The computer stops responding

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Slow computer performance or problems connecting

 

to the Internet

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A program stops responding

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A program crashes repeatedly

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A program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system

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A solid blue screen appears

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Other software problems

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Memory Problems

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Network Problems

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PC Card Problems

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Power Problems

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Printer Problems

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Scanner Problems

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Sound and Speaker Problems

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No sound from integrated speakers

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No sound from external speakers

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No sound from headphones

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Touch Pad or Mouse Problems

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Contents Dell Inspiron 1200 W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o mJanuary D8833 Contents Using a Battery Completing the Power Management WizardConnecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft Windows XP Radios Including Wireless NetworkingConnecting to a Wireless Local Area Network Microsoft Windows Logo Key FunctionsIf you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound Program is designed for an earlier Windows operating systemUsing 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 What Are You Looking For? Find It Here Order status, warranty, and repair informationUpdates At premier.support.dell.com. The website may not beClick the topic that describes your problem Click the arrow iconFollow the instructions on the screen Display latch release About Your ComputerFront View About Your ComputerV 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 Audio connectors Left Side ViewBattery 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 Memory module Cover BatteryBottom View FanSetting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up Your ComputerConnecting to the Internet Setting Up Your ComputerTransferring Information to a New Computer If you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISPClick Files and Settings Transfer Wizard NextStart the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard USB connector on computer Setting Up a PrinterConnecting a USB Printer Printer CableSurge Protectors Power Protection DevicesUninterruptible Power Supplies Line ConditionersUsing a Battery Battery PerformanceUsing a Battery Checking the Battery Charge Dell QuickSet Battery MeterLow-Battery Warning Charging the Battery Recalibrating a BatteryRecalibrating a Battery Through the System Setup Utility Removing a Battery Installing a BatteryStoring a Battery Using a Battery Power Management Wizard Power ManagementPower Management Tips Setting Sleep ModesSelecting a Power Scheme Completing the Power Management Wizard Power Management ModesSetting Battery Alarms and Actions Standby ModePower Options Properties Hibernate ModePower Schemes Tab Advanced Tab Alarms TabPower Meter Tab Hibernate TabPower Management Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Using CDs, DVDs, and Other MultimediaPlaying a CD or DVD Adjusting the Volume Volume icon Volume meter Mute iconAdjusting 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 Touch Pad Customizing the Touch PadPC Card Types Using PC CardsInstalling a PC Card Extended PC CardsRemoving a PC Card or Blank PC CardRelease latch Network Setup Wizard Setting Up a NetworkConnecting to a Network Adapter Setting Up a NetworkClick Checklist for creating a network Connecting to a Wireless Local Area NetworkConnecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft Windows XP Determining Your Network TypeSetting Up a Network Setting Up a Network When to Use the Dell Diagnostics Solving ProblemsDell Diagnostics Solving ProblemsDell 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 Computer stops responding Lockups and Software ProblemsComputer does not start up Product Information GuideProgram is designed for an earlier Windows operating system Other software problemsProgram crashes repeatedly Solid blue screen appearsMemory Problems Network ProblemsPC Card Problems Power ProblemsPrinter Problems Scanner Problems Sound and Speaker Problems No sound from integrated speakersNo sound from external speakers Touch Pad or Mouse Problems No sound from headphonesVideo and Display Problems If the display is blankIf the display is difficult to read What Is a Driver?Drivers If only part of the display is readableUsing Windows XP Device Driver Rollback Reinstalling Drivers and UtilitiesUnder Pick a Category, click Performance and Maintenance Identifying DriversClick Roll Back Driver Manually Reinstalling DriversResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Click PropertiesClick System Restore Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreCreating a Restore Point Restoring Your Operating SystemClick Performance and Maintenance Using Dell PC Restore by SymantecUndoing the Last System Restore Click the System Restore tabRemoving PC Restore Solving Problems Recommended Tools Adding and Replacing PartsBefore You Begin Turning Off Your ComputerBefore Working Inside Your Computer Memory Memory module Securing clips Adding and Replacing Parts Captive screwHard Drive Adding and Replacing Parts Specifications AppendixThree 4-pin USB 2.0 connectors Sodimm DDRType active-matrix TFT 1024 x 768 at 262 K colors Response time typicalMs rise+fall maximum Refresh rate 60 Hz Appendix Maximum Power Consumption panel with Backlight typical297 mm 1024 x 768 at 262 K colors43 WHr Power-intensive conditionsInformation on battery life and operating Operating conditions and can beW . 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 Definition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals Macrovision Product NoticeFCC Notices U.S. Only Class aContacting Dell Class BFCC Identification Information Tech Support Tech Support ServicesGeneral Support SalesAustria Vienna Website support.euro.dell.com Customer Care Home Sales/Small Business Spare Parts Sales & Extended Service Sales 866 440AutoTech automated technical support Customer Care med./large business, governmentDell Precision Technical Support servers and storage Switches, routers, and so on Customer CareInspiron Technical Support OptiPlex, Latitude, Technical Support projectors, PDAs, printersGeneral Support 01-899-753-0777 International Access Code Country Code Greece Website support.euro.dell.com General Support dial from within Jamaica only Appendix 100 Technical Support servers101 102 General Support 001-800-882-1519General Support 001-800-220-1006 General Support 0800-50-669 103General Support 001-800-507-0962 Fax 21 424 01104 International Access Code Mail dellzasupport@dell.comCustomer Technical Support, Customer Service 604 633 Sales Penang, Malaysia105 PowerConnect, and PowerVault Transaction Sales 106107 108 Index 109Index 110 111 112