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D A T A E R R O R The hard drive cannot read the data (see "Drive Problems" on page 90).

D E C R E A S I N G A V A I L A B L E M E M O R Y One or more memory modules may be faulty or improperly seated. Reinstall the memory modules and, if necessary, replace them (see "Memory" on page 131).

D I S K C: F A I L E D I N I T I A L I Z A T I O N The hard drive failed initialization. Run the hard drive tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 85).

D R I V E N O T R E A D Y The operation requires a hard drive in the bay before it can continue. Install a hard drive in the hard drive bay (see "Hard Drive" on page 123).

E R R O R R E A D I N G PCMCIA C A R D The computer cannot identify the ExpressCard. Reinsert the card or try another card (see "Using ExpressCards" on page 65).

E X T E N D E D M E M O R Y S I Z E H A S C H A N G E D The amount of memory recorded in

NVRAM does not match the memory installed in the computer. Restart the computer. If the error appears again, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 158).

T H E F I L E B E I N G C O P I E D I S T O O L A R G E F O R T H E D E S T I N A T I O N D R I V E The file

that you are trying to copy is too large to fit on the disk, or the disk is full. Try copying the file to a different disk or use a larger capacity disk.

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G A T E A20 F A I L U R E A memory module may be loose. Reinstall the memory modules and, if necessary, replace them (see "Memory" on page 131).

G E N E R A L F A I L U R E The operating system is unable to carry out the command. The message is usually followed by specific information—for example, Printer out of paper. Take the appropriate action.

H A R D - D I S K D R I V E C O N F I G U R A T I O N E R R O R The computer cannot identify the

drive type. Shut down the computer, remove the hard drive (see "Hard Drive" on page 123), and boot the computer from a CD. Then, shut down the computer, reinstall the hard drive, and restart the computer. Run the Hard Disk Drive tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 85).

H A R D - D I S K D R I V E C O N T R O L L E R F A I L U R E 0 — The hard drive does not respond

to commands from the computer. Shut down the computer, remove the hard drive (see "Hard Drive" on page 123), and boot the computer from a CD.

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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 Customizing the Touch Pad Contents Uninterruptible Power Supplies UPSViewing the System Setup Screen Computer, Keyboard, and DisplaySwitching the Video Image From Your Computer Removing a Memory Card or Blank Contents Using Blank CDs and DVDsRemoving an ExpressCard or Blank Connecting a Network or Broadband Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network LocatorExternal Keyboard problems Dell Technical Update ServiceMail, Modem, and Internet Problems Lockups and Software Problems104 Mobile Broadband Wireless Wide AreaReinstalling Drivers and Utilities 113 105121 144 Technical Support and Customer ServiceAutomated Order-Status Service 145Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only Returning Items for Warranty Repair or CreditDefinition of Dell-Installed Software Definition of Third-Party SoftwareDrivers for my computer Finding InformationWhat Are You Looking For? Find It Here Device documentationWhat Are You Looking For? Find It Here Warranty information Diagram may varyEnter the Express Service Code to Use the Service Tag to identify yourComputer when you use Direct your call when contactingSite Enter your Service Tag or productSystem, and installs the updates Other Dell customersProblem How to work with programs and filesHow to personalize my desktop Then click Help and Support Computing environmentRestore your operating system Microsoft Windows System RestoreDell PC Restore Dell PC Restore Returns your computer to an earlierAbout Your Computer Determining Your Computer’s ConfigurationAbout Your Computer Front View Touch pad Media direct button Power buttonTouch 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 Left Side View Video connectorHdmi connector Hard drive About Your ComputerAC adapter port Right Side View Wireless On/Off Switch LED indicator Battery Air vents Back ViewBattery charge/health gauge BatteryBottom View About Your Computer Connecting to the Internet Setting Up Your ComputerSetting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Internet Connection Transferring Information to a New Computer Setting Up a PrinterMicrosoft Windows Easy Transfer Connecting a USB Printer Printer CablePower Protection Devices Surge ProtectorsUninterruptible Power Supplies UPS Line ConditionersUsing the System Setup Program Using the System Setup ProgramCommonly Used Options Viewing the System Setup ScreenSystem Setup Screen Diskette Drive Internal HDDPerforming a One-Time Boot USB Storage Device CD/DVD/CD-RW drive Modular bay HDDCleaning Your Computer Computer, Keyboard, and DisplayTouch Pad MouseMedia Numeric Keypad Using the Keyboard and Touch PadKey Combinations Microsoft Windows Logo Key Functions Power ManagementAdjusting Keyboard Settings Dell QuickSet Key CombinationsTouch Pad Touch padCustomizing the Touch Pad Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate Using the DisplayAdjusting Brightness Using the DisplayUsing the Display Using a Battery Battery PerformanceChecking the Battery Charge Dell QuickSet Battery MeterMicrosoft Windows Battery Meter Charge GaugeLow-Battery Warning Conserving Battery PowerConfiguring Power Management Settings Charging the Battery Using the Sleep Power StateReplacing the Battery To remove the batteryStoring a Battery Using a Battery Playing Media Using MultimediaUsing Multimedia Drive openingCopying CDs and DVDs DVD drive includes the following basic buttonsUsing Blank CDs and DVDs How to Copy a CD or DVDMedia Type Read Write Rewritable Adjusting the Volume Helpful TipsAdjusting the Picture Using Dell MediaDirectConnecting Your Computer to a TV Using the Hdmi Connector Dell MediaDirect buttonEnabling the Display Settings for a TV Enabling the Audio Settings for a TV ExpressCard Blanks Using ExpressCardsUsing ExpressCards ExpressCard/34Installing an ExpressCard Removing an ExpressCard or Blank Using ExpressCards Using the Memory Card Reader Using the Memory Card ReaderInstalling a Memory Card Memory Card BlanksRemoving a Memory Card or Blank Setting Up and Using Networks Setting Up and Using NetworksConnecting a Network or Broadband Modem Cable Then click Help and SupportChecking Your Wireless Network Card Setting Up a NetworkWireless Local Area Network Wlan 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 Connecting to a Mobile Broadband Network Enabling/Disabling the Dell Mobile Broadband CardDell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator Setting Up and Using Networks Security Cable Lock PasswordsSecuring Your Computer Securing Your ComputerWhen using passwords, observe the following guidelines Fingerprint Reader OptionalIf Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen Securing Your Computer Dell Diagnostics TroubleshootingDell Technical Update Service TroubleshootingPress and hold the Fn key while turning the computer on During the assessment, answer any questions that appearInsert your Drivers and Utilities media Option Function Express Test Problem quicklyTest based on the symptom of the problem you are having Express Test first to increase the possibility of tracingDell Support Utility Drive Problems Hardware Problems onHard drive problems Optical 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 Drive and try again ExpressCard ProblemsContact the ExpressCard manufacturer Keyboard Problems Ieee 1394 Device ProblemsExternal Keyboard problems Unexpected characters 100Computer stops responding Lockups and Software ProblemsComputer does not start Program stops responding or crashes repeatedlySolid blue screen appears Dell MediaDirect problemsMenu to access Dell MediaDirect Help 102Other software problems 103Run the Dell Diagnostics see Dell Diagnostics on Memory ProblemsNetwork Problems 104Mobile Broadband Wireless Wide Area Network Wwan Power Problems105 106 Scanner Problems Printer Problems107 No sound from integrated speakers Sound and Speaker ProblemsNo sound from external speakers Shut down the computer Disconnect the mouse Touch Pad or Mouse ProblemsNo sound from headphones 109Video and Display Problems If the display is blankGlare, which can cause poor picture quality If the display is difficult to read111 Drivers What Is a Driver?If only part of the display is readable Identifying Drivers Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities113 Troubleshooting Manually Reinstalling Drivers Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems115 You can restore your operating system in the following ways Using Microsoft Windows System RestoreRestoring Your Operating System 116 did not resolve your operating system problem Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec117 Troubleshooting Before You Begin Using the Operating System Media119 Troubleshooting Before You Begin Adding and Replacing PartsAdding and Replacing Parts Recommended ToolsBefore Working Inside Your Computer Hard Drive 123Removing the Hard Drive Returning a Hard Drive to Dell Replacing the Hard Drive125 Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover Removing the Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover127 Center control coverReplacing the Hinge Covers and Center Control Cover Removing the Keyboard Keyboard129 M2 x 2-mm screw Keyboard Keyboard tabs Replacing the KeyboardPlastic securing bar Removing the Dimm 1 Memory Module Memory131 M2.5 x 5-mm screw 133 Replacing the Dimm 1 Memory ModuleSecuring clips Removing the Dimm 2 Memory Module Tab135 Replacing the Dimm 2 Memory Module 137 Battery bay Wireless Mini-CardsSubscriber Identity Module Removing a Wlan Card Captive screw Adding and Replacing Parts139 Wlan Card M2 x 3-mmscrew 3 antenna cable connectors Disconnect the antenna cables from the Wlan cardRemoving a Mobile Broadband or Wwan Card Replacing a Wlan Card141 142 Disconnect the two antenna cables from the Wwan cardCaptive screw Replacing a Wwan Card 143144 Flash Cache Module FCMRemoving the FCM FCM CardRemoving the Card Internal Card With Bluetooth Wireless TechnologyReplacing the FCM 145146 Coin-Cell BatteryReplacing the Card Card Securing tabs CableCoin-cell battery Removing the Coin-Cell BatteryReplacing the Coin-Cell Battery 147148 149 Dell QuickSetDell QuickSet 150 Packing the Computer Traveling With Your ComputerIdentifying Your Computer 151Traveling by Air Travel Tips152 153 Getting HelpObtaining Assistance Getting HelpTechnical Support and Customer Service DellConnect Online ServicesAutomated Order-Status Service Problems With Your OrderAutoTech Service Product InformationBefore You Call Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit156 157 Contacting Dell Specifications 159Memory Memory module connector 160161 Two 4-pin USB 2.0-compliant connectorTV support Ntsc or PAL in Hdmi modes Specifications LCD interface1280 x 800 at 262 K colors Headphones/speakers connector162 Refresh rate 60 Hz2235 mm 16390/107 Japan Information on battery life Reduced under certain power-intensiveConditions see Power Problems on 16490W 165Continuous 62 a 90 W continuous166 Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsAppendix 167FCC Class B FCC Notice U.S. OnlyDefinition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals 168Macrovision Product Notice 169170 Glossary 171172 173 174 175 176 177 178 179 180 181 182 183 184 185 Video resolution See resolution 186187 188 189 IndexIndex 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.

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