Other software problems | Dell P06S001, 1370, MV909 instruction

A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system —

Run the Program Compatibility wizard. The Program Compatibility wizard configures a program so that it runs in an environment similar to an earlier version of Microsoft Windows operating system environments.

1.Click .

2.In the search box, type Use an older program with this version of Windows and press <Enter>.

3.Follow the instructions on the Program Compatibility wizard.

Other software problems —

Back up your files immediately.

Use a virus-scanning program to check the hard drive or CDs.

Save and close any open files or programs and shut down your computer through the Start menu.

Solving Problems

Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for troubleshooting information:

•Ensure that the program is compatible with the operating system installed on your computer.

•Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run the software. See the software documentation for information.

•Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly.

•Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program.

•If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program.

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Dell P06S001, 1370, MV909 setup guide Other software problems

Contents

Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE August 2009 P/N MV909 Rev. A00 Contents Index Before Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the Network Cable Optional Press the Power Button Set Up Microsoft Windows To install the SIM Install the Subscriber Identity Module Optional Battery bay SIM slot Enable or Disable Wireless Optional Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up a Wired ConnectionTo set up your connection to a wireless router Connect to the Internet Optional To set up your Internet connection Setting Up Your Internet Connection Right View Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Using Your Inspiron Laptop Left View Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Front View Feature Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features Battery charge level Indicator light statusBattery AC Adapter Using Your Inspiron Laptop Multimedia Control Keys Display Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing Battery Dell Extended Battery Life Battery Battery bay Battery release latches Entertainment and Multimedia Software FeaturesProductivity and Communication Customizing the Desktop Customizing Your Energy SettingsTransferring Information to a New Computer Backing Up Your Data Dell Dock Add an Icon Add a CategoryRemove a Category or Icon Personalize the Dock Beep Codes Solving ProblemsBeep Code Possible Problem Power Problems Network ProblemsWireless connection is lost Wired connection is lost Power light is solid white but computer is not responding Insufficient memory message Memory ProblemsOther memory problems Program stops responding Computer does not start upClick Applications Click End Task Program crashes repeatedly Other software problems About Your System System Using Support ToolsDell Support Center System Messages Using Support Tools Them Hardware Troubleshooter Dell Diagnostics If Pre-boot System Assessment PSA is invoked Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive If PSA is not invoked Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc Restoring Your Operating System System Restore Click Undo my last restoration and click Next Starting System RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Starting Dell Factory Image Restore Dell Factory Image Restore Restoring Your Operating System Before You Begin Operating System ReinstallationTo reinstall Windows, you need the following Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears Reinstalling Microsoft Windows Getting Help DellConnect Technical Support and Customer Service Dell Support e-mail addresses Online ServicesDell Support websites Product Information Automated Order-Status Service Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Before You Call Diagnostic Checklist For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL Contacting Dell If you need to See Finding More Information and Resources See If you need to System Model Basic SpecificationsProcessor Computer Information Memory In-1 Memory Card Reader Display ConnectorsCommunications Battery Battery Physical AC Adapter Relative humidity maximum Computer Environment Macrovision Product Notice Appendix Importer Index Index Index