Dell 1000 owner manual Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia, Using CDs and DVDs, Copying CDs

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Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia

Using CDs and DVDs

For information about using CDs and DVDs in your computer, see the Dell Inspiron Help file. To access the help file, see page 9.

Copying CDs

NOTE: Ensure that you follow all copyright laws when you create CDs or DVDs.

This section applies only to computers that have a CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, or DVD/CD-RW combo drive.

The following instructions show how to make an exact copy of a CD. You can also use

Sonic RecordNow for other purposes, including creating CDs from audio files on your computer and creating MP3 CDs. For instructions, see the Sonic RecordNow documentation that came with your computer. Open Sonic RecordNow, click the question mark icon in the upper-right corner of the window, and then click RecordNow Help or RecordNow Tutorial.

How to Copy a CD

NOTE: If you have a DVD/CD-RW combo drive and you experience recording problems, check for available software patches at the Sonic support website at support.sonic.com.

Currently, five DVD-writable disc formats are available: DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, and DVD-RAM. The DVD-writable drives installed in your Dell™ computer can write to DVD+R, and can read DVD-R. However, DVD-writable drives do not write to and might not read DVD-RAM media. In addition, commercially available DVD players for home theater systems might not read all five formats.

NOTE: Most commercial DVDs have copyright protection and cannot be copied using Sonic RecordNow.

1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs→ Sonic→ RecordNow!, and then click RecordNow!

2Click either the audio tab or the data tab, depending on the kind of CD or DVD you want to copy.

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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 InspironAbbreviations and Acronyms Contents Microsoft Windows Logo Key Functions Using the Keyboard and Touch PadIf you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsBefore Working Inside Your Computer Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreIf only part of the display is readable Contents Contents Tips on using Microsoft Windows What Are You Looking For? Find It Here Warranty informationHow to play CDs and DVDs How to use standby mode and hibernate modeComputer when you Use the Service Tag toOrder status, warranty, and repair information UpdatesFollow the instructions on the screen Click the topic that describes your problemClick the arrow icon Finding Information Front View About Your ComputerDisplay latch release About Your ComputerDevice Status Lights Hard Drive and Keyboard Status Lights Left Side View Audio connectorsBack View BatteryRight Side View USB Connectors Video Connector Bottom View Cover BatteryMemory module FanConnecting to the Internet Setting Up Your ComputerSetting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up Your ComputerPrinter Cable Setting Up a PrinterConnecting a USB Printer Surge Protectors Power Protection DevicesUSB connector on computer Line Conditioners Uninterruptible Power SuppliesUsing a Battery Using a BatteryBattery Performance Charging the Battery Checking the Battery ChargeRecalibrating a Battery Low-Battery WarningUsing a Battery Storing a Battery Removing a BatteryInstalling a Battery Using CDs and DVDs Using CDs, DVDs, and Other MultimediaHow to Copy a CD Using CDs, DVDs, and Other MultimediaHelpful Tips Using Blank CD-Rs and CD-RWsUsing the Keyboard and Touch Pad Using the Keyboard and Touch PadNumeric Keypad Numeric keypadSystem Functions Key CombinationsDisplay Functions Speaker FunctionsCustomizing the Touch Pad Touch PadUsing the Keyboard and Touch Pad Installing a PC Card Using PC CardsUsing PC Cards PC Card TypesPC Card Removing a PC CardSetting Up a Network Setting Up a NetworkConnecting to a Network Adapter Network Setup Wizard Before You Begin Removing the Hard DriveTurning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your ComputerHard Drive Cover Hard drive Hard driveRemoving the Hard Drive Dell Diagnostics Solving ProblemsWhen to Use the Dell Diagnostics Dell Diagnostics Main MenuTab Function CD and DVD drive problems Drive ProblemsIf you there is no audio Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsSolving Problems Error Messages External Keyboard Problems Keyboard ProblemsUnexpected Characters Lockups and Software ProblemsComputer does not start up Computer stops respondingSolid blue screen appears Program crashes repeatedlyProgram is designed for an earlier Windows operating system Other software problems Memory ProblemsPower Problems Network ProblemsPC Card Problems Solving Problems Scanner Problems Printer ProblemsNo sound from external speakers Sound and Speaker ProblemsNo sound from integrated speakers No sound from headphones If the display is blank Touch Pad or Mouse ProblemsVideo and Display Problems If the display is difficult to read Drivers What Is a Driver?If only part of the display is readable Identifying DriversManually Reinstalling Drivers Reinstalling Drivers and UtilitiesUsing Windows XP Device Driver Rollback Creating a Restore Point Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Restoring Your Operating SystemRestoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Undoing the Last System RestoreEnabling System Restore Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec Removing PC Restore Solving Problems Appendix SpecificationsProcessor System InformationMemory Ports and ConnectorsCommunications TypeInternal AudioExternal DisplayDepth KeyboardOperating StorageLithium-ion battery With 15-inch display NiMH battery With 14.1-inch displayNiMH battery With 15-inch display Lithium-ion battery AppendixEnvironmental Using the System Setup ProgramOverview System Setup Screens Viewing the System Setup ScreensChanging the Boot Sequence Commonly Used OptionsDell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only Performing a One-Time BootDefinition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsContacting Dell 0660 300-655-5330820 240 530 02 713 15 02 481 9202 481 91 0800 90980-9-15-3978 592 8187023 225373287 01-899-753-0777W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m 00800-44 14 00 00800-44 14 952108129810 2108129811W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m 81-44-520-1435 81-44-556-4162Toll-free0120-198-433 81-44-556-3894Or 512 5123420808075 Toll-free 080050-81-8800 001-877-384-8979001-800-882-1519 020 674 4523162298 671001-800-507-0962 0800-50-66902 5441 Toll-free 1800 394420 22537 011 709W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Toll-free 1800 006 Toll-free 1800 0060Toll-free 1800 0600 01344 860 01344 3738001-3605 Toll-free 1-877-DellnetClass a Class B Macrovision Product NoticeFCC Notices U.S. Only FCC Identification Information Appendix Index IndexSee hard drive Index Index Index
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