Dell M1330 owner manual Using Multimedia, Playing Media, Drive opening

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Using Multimedia

Playing Media

NOTICE: Do not move the computer while playing media.

1Press the eject button located above the keyboard on the center-control cover.

2Slide the disc, label side up, in the drive opening.

1

1 drive opening

To format media for storing or copying data, see the media software that came with your computer.

NOTE: Ensure that you follow all copyright laws when copying media.

A CD drive includes the following basic buttons:

Play

Move backward within the current track

Pause

Move forward within the current track

Stop

Go to the previous track

Eject

Go to the next track

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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 Viewing the System Setup Screen Uninterruptible Power Supplies UPSCustomizing the Touch Pad Contents Computer, Keyboard, and DisplaySwitching 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 BroadbandMail, Modem, and Internet Problems Dell Technical Update ServiceExternal Keyboard problems Lockups and Software ProblemsReinstalling Drivers and Utilities 113 Mobile Broadband Wireless Wide Area104 105121 Automated Order-Status Service Technical Support and Customer Service144 145Definition of Dell-Installed Software Returning Items for Warranty Repair or CreditDell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only Definition of Third-Party SoftwareWhat Are You Looking For? Find It Here Finding InformationDrivers for my computer Device documentationDiagram may vary What Are You Looking For? Find It Here Warranty informationComputer when you use Use the Service Tag to identify yourEnter the Express Service Code to Direct your call when contactingSystem, and installs the updates Enter your Service Tag or productSite Other Dell customersHow to personalize my desktop Then click Help and Support How to work with programs and filesProblem Computing environmentDell PC Restore Dell PC Restore Microsoft Windows System RestoreRestore your operating system Returns your computer to an earlierDetermining 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 Hdmi connector Video connectorLeft Side View Hard drive About Your ComputerAC 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 ProgramSystem Setup Screen Viewing the System Setup ScreenCommonly Used Options Diskette Drive Internal HDDUSB 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 Adjusting Keyboard Settings Power ManagementMicrosoft Windows Logo Key Functions Dell QuickSet Key CombinationsTouch pad Touch PadCustomizing the Touch Pad Adjusting Brightness Using the DisplaySetting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate Using the DisplayUsing 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 Using Multimedia Using MultimediaPlaying Media Drive openingDVD 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 Using ExpressCards Using ExpressCardsExpressCard Blanks ExpressCard/34Installing an ExpressCard Removing an ExpressCard or Blank Using ExpressCards Installing a Memory Card Using the Memory Card ReaderUsing the Memory Card Reader Memory Card BlanksRemoving a Memory Card or Blank Connecting a Network or Broadband Modem Cable Setting Up and Using NetworksSetting Up and Using Networks Then click Help and SupportWireless Local Area Network Wlan Setting Up a NetworkChecking Your Wireless Network Card What You Need to Establish a Wlan ConnectionSetting 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 PasswordsSecurity Cable Lock Securing Your ComputerFingerprint Reader Optional When using passwords, observe the following guidelinesIf Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen Securing Your Computer Dell Technical Update Service TroubleshootingDell Diagnostics TroubleshootingDuring the assessment, answer any questions that appear Press and hold the Fn key while turning the computer onInsert your Drivers and Utilities media Test based on the symptom of the problem you are having Problem quicklyOption Function Express Test Express Test first to increase the possibility of tracingDell 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 charactersComputer does not start Lockups and Software ProblemsComputer stops responding Program stops responding or crashes repeatedlyMenu to access Dell MediaDirect Help Dell MediaDirect problemsSolid blue screen appears 102103 Other software problemsNetwork Problems Memory ProblemsRun the Dell Diagnostics see Dell Diagnostics on 104Power 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 No sound from headphones Touch Pad or Mouse ProblemsShut down the computer Disconnect the mouse 109If 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 Adding and Replacing Parts Adding and Replacing PartsBefore You Begin Recommended ToolsBefore 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 CardRemoving the FCM Flash Cache Module FCM144 FCM CardReplacing the FCM Internal Card With Bluetooth Wireless TechnologyRemoving the Card 145Replacing the Card Coin-Cell Battery146 Card Securing tabs CableReplacing the Coin-Cell Battery Removing the Coin-Cell BatteryCoin-cell battery 147148 Dell QuickSet 149Dell QuickSet 150 Identifying Your Computer Traveling With Your ComputerPacking the Computer 151Travel Tips Traveling by Air152 Obtaining Assistance Getting Help153 Getting HelpDellConnect Online Services Technical Support and Customer ServiceAutoTech Service Problems With Your OrderAutomated Order-Status Service Product InformationReturning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit Before You Call156 157 Contacting Dell 159 Specifications160 Memory Memory module connectorTV support Ntsc or PAL in Hdmi modes Specifications Two 4-pin USB 2.0-compliant connector161 LCD interface162 Headphones/speakers connector1280 x 800 at 262 K colors Refresh rate 60 Hz163 2235 mm90/107 Japan Conditions see Power Problems on Reduced under certain power-intensiveInformation on battery life 164Continuous 16590W 62 a 90 W continuous166 Appendix Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsDell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only 167Definition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals FCC Notice U.S. OnlyFCC Class B 168169 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.

In terms of performance, the M1330 can be configured with various Intel Core 2 Duo processors, ranging from the T5250 to the more powerful T8300. This flexibility in processing power allows users to choose a model that best fits their needs, whether for basic tasks or more demanding applications. The laptop also supports up to 4GB of RAM, making multitasking smoother.

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.
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