Dell 160 Network Problems, Power Problems, Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Mouse

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Windows XP and Windows XP Embedded:

1.Click StartControl Panel.

2.If the Control Panel window appears in Category View (Pick a category), switch to Classic View (icon view).

3.Click Mouse.

4.Adjust the settings as needed.

Windows Vista:

1.Click Start Control PanelHardware and SoundMouse.

2.Adjust the settings as needed.

Reinstall the mouse driver — See Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities.

Run the Hardware Troubleshooter — See Hardware Troubleshooter.

Network Problems

WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

Check the network activity indicator on the front of the computer — If the activity indicator is off, the network is not active. Check the network cable connection on the back of the computer to ensure the connector is seated properly.

Check the network cable connector — Ensure that the network cable is firmly inserted into the network connector on the back of the computer and the network jack.

Check the network lights on the back of the computer — If the Activity LED flashes yellow with network activity, and the Link LED is:

Green – indicates a 10 Mbps connection

Orange – indicates a 100 Mbps connection

Yellow – indicates a 1000 Mbps connection

If either the Activity LED or Link LED is off, no network communication is occurring. Replace the network cable. Restart the computer and log on to the network again.

Check your network settings — Contact your network administrator or the person who set up your network to verify that your network settings are correct and that the network is functioning.

Run the Hardware Troubleshooter — See Hardware Troubleshooter.

Power Problems

WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

If the power light is blue and the computer is not responding — See Diagnostic Lights.

If the power light is blinking blue — The computer is in standby mode. Press a key on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to resume normal operation.

If the power light is off — The computer is either turned off or is not receiving power.

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Contents Model DC01T September 2008 Rev. A00 Removing the Antenna AntennaReplacing the Antenna Page Recommended Tools Working on Your ComputerBefore Working on Your Computer After Working on Your Computer Removing the Cable Guide Cable GuideReplacing the Cable Guide Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Coin-Cell BatteryReplacing the Coin-Cell Battery Removing the Computer Cover CoversReplacing the Computer Cover Replacing the Side Cover Removing the Side CoverPeg Peg retainer Side cover hooks Side cover hook slots2 Finding Information Removing the Hard Drive Bracket Assembly Hard Drive Assembly OptionalReplacing the Hard Drive Bracket Assembly Replacing the Hard Drive Removing the Hard DriveReplacing the Hard Drive Fan Removing the Hard Drive FanRemoving the Processor Heatsink Assembly Processor Heatsink AssemblyReplacing the Processor Heatsink Assembly Page Obtaining Assistance Technical Support and Customer ServiceDellConnect Online Services Getting HelpMobilesupport@us.dell.com Support@us.dell.com Problems With Your OrderAutoTech Service Automated Order-Status ServiceContacting Dell Before You CallRemoving the I/O Board BoardReplacing the I/O Board Cable guide metal tab Metal clip Removing a Memory Module MemoryReplacing a Memory Module Page Removing the Nvram Module Nvram ModuleReplacing the Nvram Module Back to Contents Removing the Power Supply Power SupplyReplacing the Power Supply Page Identifying Drivers Reinstalling SoftwareReinstalling Drivers and Utilities DriversClick the Drivers tab→ Roll Back Driver Manually Reinstalling DriversRestoring Your Operating System Re-imaging Operating Systems Installed on NvramStarting System Restore Undoing the Last System Restore Windows Vista OnlyClick Start → Control Panel User Accounts and PasswordsReinstalling Windows XP or Windows Vista Before you BeginClick User Accounts Click Administrative Tools → UserManagerClick Control Panel → User Accounts Removing the Computer Stand Computer StandReplacing the Computer Stand System Board Connectors System Board AssemblyRemoving the System Board Assembly Replacing the System Board Perform the procedure in After Working on Your Computer Bios Setup Utility Options System SetupEntering the Bios Setup Utility Bios Setup Utility ScreensBoot Sequence Setup LockChanging Boot Sequence for Future Boots Clearing Forgotten PasswordsSelect Specific Boot Device Flashing the Bios Clearing Cmos SettingsClick Save this program to disk, and then click OK Back to Contents Back to Contents Diagnostic Light Codes During Post TroubleshootingPower Lights Diagnostic LightsBeep Codes Code Description Suggested Resolution Repetitive Short beepsSystem Messages Replace the battery see Replacing the Coin-Cell BatteryHardware Troubleshooter Dell DiagnosticsWhen to Use the Dell Diagnostics Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DrivePage Option Function Dell Diagnostics Main MenuTab Function Solving ProblemsBattery Problems Drive ProblemsAdjust the Windows volume control Optical drive problems optional, externalProblems writing to an optical drive Hard drive problemsClick Start→ Control Panel→ Add or Remove Programs Mail and Internet ProblemsError Messages Click Properties→ Tools→ Check NowComputer stops responding Keyboard ProblemsLockups and Software Problems Computer does not start upSolid blue screen appears Other software problemsProgram crashes repeatedly Program is designed for an earlier Windows operating systemMouse Problems Memory ProblemsPower Problems Network ProblemsClick Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Mouse Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Printer Printer ProblemsVerify that the printer is recognized by Windows Double-clickPrinters and FaxesVerify that the scanner is recognized by Microsoft Windows Scanner ProblemsSound and Speaker Problems No sound from speakersNo sound from headphones Video and Monitor ProblemsScreen is blank Screen is difficult to read Dell Technical Update ServiceCheck the monitor power light Check the diagnostic lights See Diagnostic LightsPage Selective USB Use the Onboard Devices screen to enable Selective USBEnabling Selective USB Removing the Wireless Card Wireless CardReplacing the Wireless Card