Dell D420 specifications Changing the Track-Stick Cap, Customizing the Touch Pad and Track Stick

1 fingerprint reader (optional)

NOTE: The fingerprint reader is optional and may not be installed on your computer. For information on how to activate and use the security management software that controls the fingerprint reader, see Security Management Software.

Customizing the Touch Pad and Track Stick

You can use the Mouse Properties window to disable the touch pad and track stick or adjust their settings.

1.Click Start→ Control Panel→ Printers and Other Hardware→ Mouse. See the Windows Help and Support Center for information about the Control Panel. To access the Help and Support Center, see Windows Help and Support Center.

2.In the Mouse Properties window:

•Click the Device Select tab to disable the touch pad and track stick.

•Click the Pointer or Touch Pad tab to adjust touch pad and track stick settings.

3.Click OK to save the settings and close the window.

You can also use the track stick to move the cursor. Press the track stick left, right, up, or down to change the direction of the cursor on the display. Use the track stick and track stick buttons as you would use a mouse.

Changing the Track-Stick Cap

You can replace your track-stick cap if it wears down from prolonged use or if you prefer a different color. You can purchase additional track-stick caps by visiting the Dell website at www.dell.com.

1.Pull the cap off the track-stick post.

2.Align the new cap over the square track-stick post and gently press the cap down onto the post.

NOTICE: The track-stick cap can damage the display if it is not properly seated on the post.

3.Test the track stick to ensure that the cap is seated properly.

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