Dell M1330 owner manual Contents

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1Finding Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

2About Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Determining Your Computer’s Configuration	19
Front View	20
Left Side View	24
Right Side View	26
Back View	28
Bottom View	29

3 Setting Up Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Connecting to the Internet	31
Setting Up Your Internet Connection	32
Transferring Information to a New Computer	33
Microsoft Windows Easy Transfer	33
Setting Up a Printer	33
Printer Cable	34
Connecting a USB Printer	34

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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 August RW491 Contents Computer, Keyboard, and Display Uninterruptible Power Supplies UPSViewing the System Setup Screen Customizing the Touch Pad ContentsSwitching the Video Image From Your Computer Using Blank CDs and DVDs Removing a Memory Card or Blank ContentsRemoving an ExpressCard or Blank Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator Connecting a Network or BroadbandLockups and Software Problems Dell Technical Update ServiceMail, Modem, and Internet Problems External Keyboard problems105 Mobile Broadband Wireless Wide AreaReinstalling Drivers and Utilities 113 104121 145 Technical Support and Customer ServiceAutomated Order-Status Service 144Definition of Third-Party Software Returning Items for Warranty Repair or CreditDefinition of Dell-Installed Software Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. OnlyDevice documentation Finding InformationWhat Are You Looking For? Find It Here Drivers for my computerDiagram may vary What Are You Looking For? Find It Here Warranty informationDirect your call when contacting Use the Service Tag to identify yourComputer when you use Enter the Express Service Code toOther Dell customers Enter your Service Tag or productSystem, and installs the updates SiteComputing environment How to work with programs and filesHow to personalize my desktop Then click Help and Support ProblemReturns your computer to an earlier Microsoft Windows System RestoreDell PC Restore Dell PC Restore Restore your operating systemDetermining Your Computer’s Configuration About Your ComputerAbout Your Computer Touch pad Media direct button Power button Front ViewTouch pad buttons About Your Computer C R O P H O N E a N D a U D I O C O N N E C T O R S V I C E S T a T U S L I G H T S Hard drive About Your Computer Video connectorHdmi connector Left Side ViewAC adapter port Right Side View Wireless On/Off Switch LED indicator Back View Battery Air ventsBattery Battery charge/health gaugeBottom View About Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer Connecting to the InternetSetting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up a Printer Transferring Information to a New ComputerMicrosoft Windows Easy Transfer Printer Cable Connecting a USB PrinterSurge Protectors Power Protection DevicesLine Conditioners Uninterruptible Power Supplies UPSUsing the System Setup Program Using the System Setup ProgramDiskette Drive Internal HDD Viewing the System Setup ScreenSystem Setup Screen Commonly Used OptionsUSB Storage Device CD/DVD/CD-RW drive Modular bay HDD Performing a One-Time BootComputer, Keyboard, and Display Cleaning Your ComputerMouse Touch PadMedia Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric KeypadKey Combinations Dell QuickSet Key Combinations Power ManagementAdjusting Keyboard Settings Microsoft Windows Logo Key FunctionsTouch pad Touch PadCustomizing the Touch Pad Using the Display Using the DisplayAdjusting Brightness Setting Display Resolution and Refresh RateUsing the Display Battery Performance Using a BatteryDell QuickSet Battery Meter Checking the Battery ChargeCharge Gauge Microsoft Windows Battery MeterConserving Battery Power Low-Battery WarningConfiguring Power Management Settings Using the Sleep Power State Charging the BatteryTo remove the battery Replacing the BatteryStoring a Battery Using a Battery Drive opening Using MultimediaUsing Multimedia Playing MediaDVD drive includes the following basic buttons Copying CDs and DVDsHow to Copy a CD or DVD Using Blank CDs and DVDsMedia Type Read Write Rewritable Helpful Tips Adjusting the VolumeUsing Dell MediaDirect Adjusting the PictureDell MediaDirect button Connecting Your Computer to a TV Using the Hdmi ConnectorEnabling the Display Settings for a TV Enabling the Audio Settings for a TV ExpressCard/34 Using ExpressCardsUsing ExpressCards ExpressCard BlanksInstalling an ExpressCard Removing an ExpressCard or Blank Using ExpressCards Memory Card Blanks Using the Memory Card ReaderInstalling a Memory Card Using the Memory Card ReaderRemoving a Memory Card or Blank Then click Help and Support Setting Up and Using NetworksConnecting a Network or Broadband Modem Cable Setting Up and Using NetworksWhat You Need to Establish a Wlan Connection Setting Up a NetworkWireless Local Area Network Wlan Checking Your Wireless Network CardSetting Up and Using Networks Setting Up and Using Networks Connecting to a Wlan Mobile Broadband or Wireless Wide Area Network Checking Your Dell Mobile Broadband Card Enabling/Disabling the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Connecting to a Mobile Broadband NetworkDell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator Setting Up and Using Networks Securing Your Computer PasswordsSecuring Your Computer Security Cable LockFingerprint Reader Optional When using passwords, observe the following guidelinesIf Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen Securing Your Computer Troubleshooting TroubleshootingDell Technical Update Service Dell DiagnosticsDuring the assessment, answer any questions that appear Press and hold the Fn key while turning the computer onInsert your Drivers and Utilities media Express Test first to increase the possibility of tracing Problem quicklyTest based on the symptom of the problem you are having Option Function Express TestDell Support Utility Hardware Problems on Drive ProblemsOptical drive problems Hard drive problemsProblems writing to a CD-RW or DVD+/-RW drive Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems Error Messages Do not use these characters in filenames Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ExpressCard Problems Drive and try againContact the ExpressCard manufacturer Ieee 1394 Device Problems Keyboard ProblemsExternal Keyboard problems 100 Unexpected charactersProgram stops responding or crashes repeatedly Lockups and Software ProblemsComputer does not start Computer stops responding102 Dell MediaDirect problemsMenu to access Dell MediaDirect Help Solid blue screen appears103 Other software problems104 Memory ProblemsNetwork Problems Run the Dell Diagnostics see Dell Diagnostics onPower Problems Mobile Broadband Wireless Wide Area Network Wwan105 106 Printer Problems Scanner Problems107 Sound and Speaker Problems No sound from integrated speakersNo sound from external speakers 109 Touch Pad or Mouse ProblemsNo sound from headphones Shut down the computer Disconnect the mouseIf the display is blank Video and Display ProblemsIf the display is difficult to read Glare, which can cause poor picture quality111 What Is a Driver? DriversIf only part of the display is readable Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities Identifying Drivers113 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems Manually Reinstalling Drivers115 Using Microsoft Windows System Restore You can restore your operating system in the following waysRestoring Your Operating System Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 116 did not resolve your operating system problem117 Troubleshooting Using the Operating System Media Before You Begin119 Troubleshooting Recommended Tools Adding and Replacing PartsAdding and Replacing Parts Before You BeginBefore Working Inside Your Computer 123 Hard DriveRemoving the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive Returning a Hard Drive to Dell125 Removing the Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover Hinge Covers and Center Control CoverCenter control cover 127Replacing the Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover Keyboard Removing the Keyboard129 Replacing the Keyboard M2 x 2-mm screw Keyboard Keyboard tabsPlastic securing bar Memory Removing the Dimm 1 Memory Module131 M2.5 x 5-mm screw Replacing the Dimm 1 Memory Module 133Securing clips Tab Removing the Dimm 2 Memory Module135 Replacing the Dimm 2 Memory Module 137 Wireless Mini-Cards Battery baySubscriber Identity Module Captive screw Adding and Replacing Parts Removing a Wlan Card139 Disconnect the antenna cables from the Wlan card Wlan Card M2 x 3-mmscrew 3 antenna cable connectorsReplacing a Wlan Card Removing a Mobile Broadband or Wwan Card141 Disconnect the two antenna cables from the Wwan card 142Captive screw 143 Replacing a Wwan CardFCM Card Flash Cache Module FCMRemoving the FCM 144145 Internal Card With Bluetooth Wireless TechnologyReplacing the FCM Removing the CardCard Securing tabs Cable Coin-Cell BatteryReplacing the Card 146147 Removing the Coin-Cell BatteryReplacing the Coin-Cell Battery Coin-cell battery148 Dell QuickSet 149Dell QuickSet 150 151 Traveling With Your ComputerIdentifying Your Computer Packing the ComputerTravel Tips Traveling by Air152 Getting Help Getting HelpObtaining Assistance 153DellConnect Online Services Technical Support and Customer ServiceProduct Information Problems With Your OrderAutoTech Service Automated Order-Status ServiceReturning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit Before You Call156 157 Contacting Dell 159 Specifications160 Memory Memory module connectorLCD interface Two 4-pin USB 2.0-compliant connectorTV support Ntsc or PAL in Hdmi modes Specifications 161Refresh rate 60 Hz Headphones/speakers connector162 1280 x 800 at 262 K colors163 2235 mm90/107 Japan 164 Reduced under certain power-intensiveConditions see Power Problems on Information on battery life62 a 90 W continuous 165Continuous 90W166 167 Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsAppendix Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only168 FCC Notice U.S. OnlyDefinition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals FCC Class B169 Macrovision Product Notice170 171 Glossary172 173 174 175 176 177 178 179 180 181 182 183 184 185 186 Video resolution See resolution187 188 Index 189Index Index 191 Index 193 Index 195 196

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M1330 specifications

The Dell XPS M1330 is a highly regarded laptop that gained popularity for its combination of portability, performance, and style. Released in the late 2000s, it became a favorite among students and professionals alike. With a sleek and compact design, the M1330 features a 13.3-inch display, which strikes a balance between size and usability, making it easy to carry yet large enough for productive tasks.

One of the standout characteristics of the M1330 is its lightweight frame, weighing in at just about 3.5 pounds. This portability is complemented by its robust build quality, featuring a high-quality aluminum chassis that provides both aesthetics and durability. The laptop is available in a variety of colors, allowing users to express their personal style.

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The M1330 is equipped with NVIDIA GeForce 8400M GS graphics, offering an improved visual experience for casual gaming and multimedia. This helps enhance the user experience for watching videos and playing games while maintaining a decent battery life.

Connectivity options are robust for its time, featuring multiple USB ports, an HDMI output for external displays, and a built-in webcam for video conferencing. The wireless capabilities are supported by Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, ensuring users stay connected to the internet and their devices.

Dell paid considerable attention to the M1330’s keyboard and trackpad design, both of which are comfortable and responsive. The keyboard layout is well-spaced, contributing to a pleasant typing experience.

Additionally, the M1330 introduced the innovative Dell Media Direct feature, which allows users quick access to multimedia functions without booting into the full operating system, making it convenient for quick media playback.

In conclusion, the Dell XPS M1330 is a versatile laptop that effectively blends style, performance, and portability. Its combination of features makes it a timeless choice for those in need of a reliable and attractive laptop for everyday use, even in today’s fast-paced technological landscape.