Dell LT System manual Other Troubles, Question Why is the date and/or time incorrect?

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Question: Why can't I communicate through the built-in modem? (The built-in modem may not be available in some countries)

∙Confirm the item Modem is set to Enabled or Auto in the Advanced menu of the Setup Utility.

∙Confirm the telephone line is properly connected to the modem jack.

∙Confirm the dial settings of the communication software are matched with the telephone line (Example: To access an outside line, first dial "7" for local, "1" for long distance).

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Confirm the network configuration is appropriate.

Confirm the user name or password is correct.

Confirm the COM port in the communication software is set appropriately.

Turn off the power management both in the Windows and the Setup Utility.

Other Troubles

Question: Why is the date and/or time incorrect?

∙Correct the date and time using the Date/Time icon in the Windows Control Panel or the Main menu of the Setup Utility.

Question: Why can't I produce sound?

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Check the volume control on the right side of your computer.

Click the speaker symbol on the taskbar and check the Windows volume control.

Question: Why can't I use a hardware device?

∙Make sure the hardware device is not crossed out with an X mark using the following procedure.

1.In the System Properties dialog box, select Device Manager.

2.Select the device you cannot use.

3.Click Properties, and uncheck Disable in this hardware profile.

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Contents Dell Latitude LT System Edition CopyrightTrademarks Declaration of Conformity FCC StatementAbout the Modem Copyright Viii Blue Neutral Brown Live Page Class B for typical domestic areas CE NoticeXii General Safety PrecautionsLocation UsageHandling Battery Pack PrecautionsCharging DischargingModem Precautions Recording Important Information Manual Conventions Xviii Front Overview of ComputerRight Left Rear Bottom Xxii Table of Contents Security Features Turning Power On Quick SetupDell Latitude LT System User’s Guide Properties Dialog Box in Windows Setting Up the Windows Operating SystemShutting Down the System About the Power Indicators Choosing Power SourceIndicator Light Meaning Basic OperationsUsing the AC Adapter Resetting the SystemWarm Boot Power SwitchReset Switch Using the Glide PadPlace Your Fingertip Using the Glide PadMove Your Fingertip Click, Double-click, and Right-clickChanging the Configuration Using the KeyboardScroll Windows Logo KeysConnecting External Floppy Disk Drive Unit Using External Floppy Disk Drive UnitHandling Floppy Disks Removing External Floppy Disk Drive UnitInserting and Removing a Floppy Disk InsertingRemoving Backing Up Data Formatting a Floppy DiskDell Latitude LT System User’s Guide Standard Battery Pack Battery and Power ManagementChecking the Battery Level Charging the Battery Pack Initializing the Battery PackLow Battery Indication Changing the Battery Pack Connecting External Battery Pack Optional External Battery PackRemoving External Battery Pack Disposing of the Battery Charging External Battery PackInitializing External Battery Pack Stopping Power Supply to the Hard Disk Power ManagementStopping Power Supply to the Display Setting in the Setup UtilitySuspend Modes Before Suspending the SystemEntering the Suspend Modes Resuming From Suspend-to-Disk Mode Resuming From Suspend-to-RAM ModeSetup Utility Disabling Power ManagementDell Latitude LT System User’s Guide Using Peripherals Connecting a Peripheral DevicePeripherals Peripheral Connection Overview Inserting a PC Card PC CardEjecting a PC Card Connecting the Optional External CD-ROM Drive Using a PS/2 MouseKeyboard/Mouse Using a Serial Mouse DisplayDisplaying the Screen on an External Monitor Switching the Display Changing Resolution and Number of ColorsResolutions and Colors you can choose Connecting Microphone Connecting Audio EquipmentTo output the computer’s audio signal to audio equipment Audio SystemInstalling a Printer Driver Setting the Setup UtilityUSB Device PrinterRS-232C Device Setting for Infrared Communication Communication FunctionsInfrared Communication Logical Port IR ModeTurning Off the IR Communication Communicating With a Personal ComputerBuilt-in Modem not available in some countries Connecting the Modem to a Telephone LineSetting Communications Software Setting Communication InformationPasswords Security FeaturesSupervisor Password and User Password When setting items in the Setup UtilityDeleting the Password Setting the PasswordIf you use the computer personally If you share the computer with othersPreventing Infection of Computer Viruses Security Slot Running the Setup Utility Setup UtilityContents of the Setup Utility Entering and Exiting the Setup UtilityUsing the Setup Utility Main Menu Advanced Menu Security Menu Power Down after, Video Power Down after and Auto Suspend Power MenuBuilt-in modem may not be available in some countries Exit MenuDell Latitude LT System User’s Guide Getting Help Help ToolsWorld Wide Web Ftp.dell.com AutoTech ServiceSupport@us.dell.com Sales@dell.comTechFax Service TechConnect BBSAutomated Order-Status System Problems With Your Order Technical Support ServiceBefore You Call Contacting DellInternational Dialing Codes International Country Country City Access Code City CodeDell Contact Numbers Australia SydneyAustria Vienna Belgium Brussels BruneiCanada North York, Ontario China Xiamen Chili SantiagoCzech Republic Prague Denmark HorsholmFinland Helsinki France Paris/MontpellierGermany Langen Ireland Bray Hong KongJapan Kawasaki Italy MilanKorea Seoul Latin AmericaLuxembourg MacauMalaysia Penang Mexico Colonia Granada Netherlands AmsterdamNew Zealand Norway Lysaker Poland WarsawSingapore Singapore South Africa Johannesburg Spain MadridSweden Upplands Vasby Switzerland Geneva TaiwanThailand Bracknell A. 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LT System specifications

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