Dell JK523 manual Using the Drivers and Utilities CD

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13When the Welcome to Microsoft screen appears, click Next.

14When the How will this computer connect to the Internet? message appears, click Skip.

15When the Ready to register with Microsoft? screen appears, select No, not at this time and click Next.

16When the Who will use this computer? screen appears, you can enter up to five users.

17Click Next.

18Click Finish to complete the setup, and remove the CD.

19Reinstall the appropriate drivers with the Drivers and Utilities CD.

20Reinstall your virus protection software.

21Reinstall your programs.

NOTE: To reinstall and activate your Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works Suite programs, you need the Product Key number located on the back of the Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works Suite CD sleeve.

Using the Drivers and Utilities CD

To use the Drivers and Utilities CD (also known as the ResourceCD) while you are running the Windows operating system:

NOTE: To access device drivers and user documentation, you must use the Drivers and Utilities CD while you are running Windows.

1Turn on the computer and allow it to boot to the Windows desktop.

2Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD into the CD drive.

If you are using the Drivers and Utilities CD for the first time on this computer, the ResourceCD Installation window opens to inform you that the Drivers and Utilities CD is about to begin installation.

3Click OK to continue.

To complete the installation, respond to the prompts offered by the installation program.

4Click Next at the Welcome Dell System Owner screen.

5Select the appropriate System Model, Operating System, Device Type, and Topic.

Drivers for Your Computer

To display a list of device drivers for your computer:

1Click My Drivers in the Topic drop-down menu.

The Drivers and Utilities CD (optional) scans your computer’s hardware and operating system, and then a list of device drivers for your system configuration is displayed on the screen.

2Click the appropriate driver and follow the instructions to download the driver to your computer.

To view all available drivers for your computer, click Drivers from the Topic drop-down menu.

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Contents Quick Reference Guide W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o mSeptember JK523 Contents Contents Finding Information Desktop System Software DSSSupport.dell.com User’s Guide is also available on the optional Drivers What Are You Looking For? Find It Here Segment, and enter your Service TagClick the topic that describes your problem Dell Support Website support.dell.comSetting Up Your Computer Quick Reference Guide Quick Reference Guide System Views Mini Tower Computer Front ViewNo light The computer is turned off Power button. Instead, perform an operating system shutdownBlinking green The computer is in a power-saving mode Steady green The computer is in a normal operating stateMini Tower Computer Back View Cover release latchPadlock ring Position Mini Tower Computer Back-Panel ConnectorsParallel connector Address. For more information, see your online User’s GuideLine-out connector ConnectorLine-in connector Video connectorDesktop Computer Front View ShutdownDesktop Computer Back View Desktop Computer Back-Panel Connectors Removing the Computer Cover Before You Begin Before Working Inside Your ComputerMini Tower Computer Security cable slot Cover release latch Padlock ring Desktop Computer Inside Your Computer System Board Components Jumper Settings Mini Tower Computer Quick Reference GuideDescription Desktop ComputerJumper JumperedSystem Board Components Desktop Computer Quick Reference Guide When to Use the Dell Diagnostics Solving ProblemsDell Diagnostics Jumper SettingInsert the Drivers and Utilities CD Option Function Tab FunctionPower Light Problem Description Suggested Resolution System LightsSee your online User’s Guide Diagnostic Lights Light Pattern Problem DescriptionWithout error Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested ResolutionInstalled, reinstall it and restart If available, install properly workingYour computer Ensure that no special memoryVerify that the memory modules that Ensure that the cables are properlyBeep Codes Code CauseUsing Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Resolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesReinstalling Microsoft Windows XP Before You BeginReinstalling Windows XP Quick Reference Guide Using the Drivers and Utilities CD When the Welcome to Microsoft screen appears, click NextProblems. See troubleshooting IndexIndex
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