Dell Inspiron 1300/B120/B130
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Abbreviations and Acronyms
Contents
Using the Display
Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia
Solving Problems
Adding and Replacing Parts
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Finding Information
Dell Product Information Guide
Dell Support Website support.dell.com
Tour of Your Computer
Front View
Y B O a R D S T a T U S L I G H T S
V I C E S T a T U S L I G H T S
Left Side View
Connects an external VGA-compatible monitor
Right Side View
AC adapter connector 2 air vent
Back View
Bottom View
Setting Up Your Computer
Connecting to the Internet
Setting Up Your Internet Connection
Transferring Information to a New Computer
Click Finish
Setting Up a Printer
Connecting a USB Printer
Printer Cable
Power Protection Devices
Uninterruptible Power Supplies
Surge Protectors
Line Conditioners
Using the Display
Adjusting Brightness
Switching the Video Image
Setting Display Resolution
Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad
Numeric Keypad
Key Combinations
Speaker Functions
Microsoft Windows Logo Key Functions
Touch Pad
Customizing the Touch Pad
Using a Battery
Battery Performance
Checking the Battery Charge
Conserving Battery Power
Dell QuickSet Battery Meter
Microsoft Windows Power Meter
Power Management Modes
Standby Mode
Hibernate Mode
Configuring Power Management Settings
Power Management Wizard
Selecting a Power Scheme
Power Options Properties
Charging the Battery
Replacing the Battery
Storing a Battery
Using a Battery
Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia
Playing a CD or DVD
Adjusting the Volume
Adjusting the Picture
How to Copy a CD or DVD
Copying CDs and DVDs
Using Blank CDs and DVDs
DVD-Writable Drives
Helpful Tips
Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia
Using ExpressCards
Installing an ExpressCard
ExpressCard Types
ExpressCard Blanks
Removing an ExpressCard or Blank
Setting Up a Home and Office Network
Connecting to a Network Adapter
Network Setup Wizard
Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network
Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft Windows XP
Determining Your Network Type
Setting Up a Home and Office Network
Setting Up a Home and Office Network
Dell QuickSet Features
Clicking the QuickSet Icon
Double-Clicking the QuickSet Icon
Right-Clicking the QuickSet Icon
Dell QuickSet Features
Solving Problems
Dell Diagnostics
When to Use the Dell Diagnostics
Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive
Option Function
Tab Function
Drive Problems
CD and DVD drive problems
Problems writing to a CD/DVD-RW drive
See the help files for your CD or DVD creation software
Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
Hard drive problems
Error Messages
Diagnostics
Characters in filenames
System Setup Program
Solving Problems
Keyboard Problems
External Keyboard problems
Unexpected characters
Lockups and Software Problems
Computer does not start up
Computer stops responding
Program stops responding or crashes repeatedly
Memory Problems
Other software problems
Network Problems
ExpressCard Problems
Power Problems
Printer Problems
Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer
Scanner Problems
Sound and Speaker Problems
No sound from integrated speakers
Touch Pad or Mouse Problems
No sound from external speakers
Video and Display Problems
If the display is blank
If the display is difficult to read
Picture quality
What Is a Driver?
Drivers
If only part of the display is readable
Identifying Drivers
Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities
Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback
Using the Drivers and Utilities CD
Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities
Restoring Your Operating System
Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore
Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec
Solving Problems
Using the Operating System CD
Before You Begin
Solving Problems
Adding and Replacing Parts
Before You Begin
Recommended Tools
Turning Off Your Computer
Battery-bay latch release lock
Hard Drive
Adding and Replacing Parts
CD/DVD Drive
Returning a Hard Drive to Dell
Memory
Captive screws
Memory module
Memory slot notch
Wireless Mini PCI Card
Antenna cable
Mini PCI card
Mini PCI card
Hinge Cover
Keyboard
Keyboard
Specifications
Appendix
Sodimm DDR-2
Wxga
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Using the System Setup Program
Viewing the System Setup Screen
System Setup Screen
Overview
Performing a One-Time Boot
Travelling With Your Computer
Identifying Your Computer
Packing the Computer
Travel Tips
Travelling by Air
If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen
Cleaning Your Computer
Computer, Keyboard, and Display
Touch Pad
CDs and DVDs
FCC Notices U.S. Only
FCC Class B
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Definition of Dell-Installed Software and Peripherals
Macrovision Product Notice
Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only
Definition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals
Contacting Dell
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Glossary
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Docking device See APR
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Video resolution See resolution
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Index
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