Dell MTG24, HW049, A2420 setup guide Click Applications, Click End Task

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Lockups and Software Problems

If the computer does not start up — Ensure that the power cable is firmly connected to the computer and to the electrical outlet.

Turn the computer off — If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your computer.

A program stops responding —

End the program:

1.Press <Ctrl><Shift><Esc> simultaneously.

2.Click Applications.

3.Click the program that is no longer responding

4.Click End Task.

Solving Problems

If a program crashes repeatedly — Check the software documentation. If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program.

NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on CD.

If the computer stops responding —

NOTICE: You might lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown.

Turn the computer off. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. Then restart your computer.

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Contents XPS One Page XPS One March 2009 P/N HW049 Rev. A01 Contents Contents Before Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your XPS One ComputerMouse Turn on the wireless keyboard and mouse Connect the Network Cable Optional Connect the Power Cable Press the Computer Power Button Windows Vista Setup Set Up Media Center For Use With Optional TV Tuner Setting Up Your XPS One Computer Setting Up Your XPS One Computer Setting Up Your XPS One Computer Install the batteries included Setting Up Your XPS One Computer Front View Features Using Your XPS OneSpeakers Using Your XPS One Left Side Features Headphone or line-out connector Connects to headphones 987 Back Panel ConnectorsPower connector Connects your computer to the AC power cable Wireless Keyboard Customizing the Touch Pad Using the Touch PadAudio Composite video Video IR connector Using the Optical Disc DriveTV Input Device Optional Productivity and Communication Software FeaturesEntertainment and Multimedia Customizing the DesktopConnect to the Internet Optional Customizing Your Energy SettingsBacking Up Your Data Setting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up a Wired Internet ConnectionClick Start → Connect To Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionWireless Keyboard or Mouse Problems Solving ProblemsSolving Problems Network ProblemsPower Problems If you experience other memory problems Memory ProblemsIf you receive an insufficient memory message Click End Task Click ApplicationsSolving Problems Solving Problems Dell Support Center Using Support ToolsBeep Codes Code Repetitive Description short beeps System MessagesHardware Troubleshooter Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Dell DiagnosticsClick Start → Help and Support Insert the Drivers and Utilities media System Restore System Recovery OptionsStarting System Restore Dell Factory Image RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Click Undo my last restoration and click NextDell Factory Image Restore Before You Begin Reinstalling Windows VistaClick Exit if the Install Windows message appears Getting Help Online Services ServiceDellConnect Support.dell.comProduct Information Automated Order-Status ServiceMobilesupport@us.dell.com Support@us.dell.com Ftp.dell.comReturning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Before You Call Diagnostic ChecklistVisit support.dell.com Contacting DellIf you need to See Finding More Information and ResourcesAt support.dell.com If you need to Finding More Information and ResourcesSystem Model SpecificationsDrives and Devices Memory Audio External ConnectorsDisplay LvdsPhysical PowerComputer Environment Macrovision Product Notice AppendixIndex Index ISP Index Index Page Page 0HW049A01 Page 0HW049A01 Page 0HW049A01 Page 0HW049A01 Page Printed on recycled paper