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Dell 1501 owner manual Travel Tips, Traveling by Air

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Travel Tips

NOTICE: Do not move the computer while using the optical drive to prevent loss of data.

NOTICE: Do not check the computer as baggage.

•Consider disabling wireless activity on your computer to maximize battery operating time. To disable wireless activity, press<Fn><F2>.

•Consider changing your power management options (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 42) to maximize battery operating time.

•If you are traveling internationally, carry proof of ownership—or of your right to use the computer if it is company-owned—to speed your passage through customs. Investigate the customs regulations of the countries you plan to visit, and consider acquiring an international carnet (also known as a merchandise passport) from your government.

•Find out what type of electrical outlets are used in the countries you will visit, and have appropriate power adapters.

•Check with your credit card company for information about the kinds of emergency travel assistance it offers to users of portable computers.

Traveling by Air

NOTICE: Do not walk the computer through a metal detector. Send the computer through an X-ray machine or have it hand-inspected.

•Ensure that you have a charged battery available in case you are asked to turn on the computer.

•Prior to entering the airplane, verify that using a computer is permitted. Some airlines forbid the use of electronic devices during flight. All airlines forbid the use of electronic devices during takeoff and landing.

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Contents

Owner’s Manual Dell InspironModel PP23LA Notes, Notices, and Cautions Abbreviations and AcronymsAugust P/N HN926Contents 4 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Physically Connecting to a Network or Broadband Modem If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, DVD, or DVD+RW drive tray A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft WindowsSound and Speaker Problems Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only Contents Glossary IndexContents Finding Information Drivers and Utilities CD also known as ResourceCDDell Product Information Guide Setup Diagram Service Tag and Microsoft Windows LicenseThese labels are located on the bottom of your computer Dell Support Website - support.dell.com Windows Help and Support CenterOperating System CD Determining Your Computer’s Configuration About Your ComputerFront View Solid green The battery is charging T O U C H P A D - Provides the functionality of a mouse. Silk screening on the touch pad indicates scrolling capabilities The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following Left Side View Right Side View Back View A U D I O C O N N E C T O R SUSB C O N N E C T O R S Connects an external VGA-compatible monitor Bottom View About Your ComputerSetting Up Your Computer Connecting to the InternetSetting Up Your Internet Connection Transferring Information to a New Computer E-mail messages Toolbar settings Window sizes Internet bookmarksIf you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISP 5 Click Next Prepare the New Computer for the File Transfer Create a Wizard Disk Setting Up a Printer Connecting a USB PrinterPrinter Cable Power Protection Devices Surge ProtectorsUninterruptible Power Supplies Line ConditionersSetting Up Your Computer Using the Display Adjusting BrightnessSwitching the Video Image Setting Display ResolutionIf the video resolution setting is higher than that supported by the display, the computer enters pan mode. In pan mode, the entire screen cannot be displayed at one time. For example, the taskbar that usually appears at the bottom of the desktop may no longer be visible. To view the rest of the screen, use the touch pad or track stick to pan up, down, left, and right Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric KeypadBattery Power ManagementKey Combinations System FunctionsAdjusting Keyboard Settings Speaker FunctionsMicrosoft Windows Logo Key Functions Touch Pad Customizing the Touch PadUsing a Battery Battery PerformanceChecking the Battery Charge Microsoft Windows Power MeterCharge Gauge Conserving Battery Power Low-Battery WarningPower Management Modes Configuring Power Management Settings Charging the Battery Replacing the BatteryStoring a Battery Using Multimedia Playing a CD or DVDAdjusting the Volume Adjusting the PictureCopying CDs and DVDs How to Copy a CD or DVD Using Blank CDs and DVDsHelpful Tips Using Cards Installing an ExpressCardExpressCards ExpressCard BlanksRemoving an ExpressCard or Blank Installing a Media Memory Card Media Memory CardsRemoving a Media Memory Card Setting Up a Network Physically Connecting to a Network or Broadband ModemNetwork Setup Wizard Wireless Local Area Network WLANChecking Your Wireless Network Card What You Need to Establish a WLAN ConnectionSetting Up a New WLAN Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Network Card 2 Double-click Network Connections1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support 2 Under Pick a Help topic, click Dell User and System GuidesSetting Up a Network Passwords Securing Your ComputerSecurity Cable Lock Computer Tracking Software If Your Computer Is Lost or StolenSolving Problems Dell DiagnosticsDuring the assessment, answer any questions that appear Extended Test Drive Problems CD and DVD drive problemsE-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems Hard drive problemsIf you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, DVD, or DVD+RW drive tray If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding soundError Messages characters in filenames Page M E M O R Y W R I T E / R E A D F A I L U R E A T A D D R E S S , R E A D V A L U E E X P E C T I N G V A L U E - A memory module may be ExpressCard Problems Keyboard Problemsthe Windows taskbar. Ensure that the card is listed manufacturerExternal Keyboard problems Unexpected charactersLockups and Software Problems The computer does not start upThe computer stops responding A program stops responding or crashes repeatedlyMemory Problems Other software problemsNetwork Problems Power ProblemsPrinter Problems Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your ComputerScanner Problems Sound and Speaker ProblemsNo sound from integrated speakers No sound from external speakersTouch Pad or Mouse Problems No sound from headphonesVideo and Display Problems If the display is blankIf the display is difficult to read What Is a Driver? DriversIf only part of the display is readable Identifying DriversReinstalling Drivers and Utilities Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities To start the Hardware TroubleshooterUsing Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Restoring Your Operating SystemTo change the restore point, you can either repeat the steps using a different restore point, or you can undo the restoration Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec Using the Operating System CD Reinstalling Windows XP Adding and Replacing Parts Before You BeginRecommended Tools Turning Off Your ComputerBefore Working Inside Your Computer 2 Turn off your computer. See Turning Off Your Computer on page3 Disconnect any telephone or network cables from the computer 6 Press the power button to ground the system board Optical Drive Hard Drive1 Turn the computer over 2 Remove the optical-drive security screw 4 Slide the drive out of the bay1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin on page Memory Returning a Hard Drive to Dell3 If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module 4 Ground yourself and install the new memory module Modem 3 Remove the existing modem Hinge Cover hinge coverscribe Keyboard 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin on page2 Open the display 3 Remove the hinge cover. See Hinge Cover on page 4 Remove the keyboardWireless Mini-Card a Disconnect the two antenna cables from the Mini-Card 5 Install the replacement Mini-Card 1 system board connectorMini-Card metal securing tabsAdding and Replacing Parts Coin-Cell Battery Display 8 Lift the display up and away from the computer Adding and Replacing Parts Traveling With Your Computer Identifying Your ComputerPacking the Computer Travel Tips Traveling by AirContacting Dell support.dell.com supportCountry City Country City Country City Country City Country City Country City Country City Country City Country City toll-free 1-800-326-6061 or Country City Country City Country City 800 300 410 or 800 300 411 or Country City Country City Country City Country City Printers, and Projectors for Relationship or toll-freeCountry City Contacting Dell Specifications SpecificationsProcessor System InformationPorts and Connectors Specifications3-in-1 Media Memory Card Reader MemorySpecifications CommunicationsVideo AudioSpecifications DisplayBattery SpecificationsKeyboard Touch PadBattery continued SpecificationsAC Adapter Specifications PhysicalEnvironmental Specifications Using the System Setup Program Entering System SetupAppendix Commonly Used Options Changing the Boot SequenceDiskette Drive Internal HDD USB Storage Device CD/DVD/CD-RW drive Cleaning Your Computer Computer, Keyboard, and DisplayTouch Pad Floppy DriveDefinition of Dell-Installed Software and Peripherals Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. OnlyCDs and DVDs FCC Notice U.S. Only Definition of Third-Party Software and PeripheralsFCC Class B Product name Dell InspironModel number PP23LAAppendix Glossary Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Glossary Index NumbersSee also hard drive See also optical drive Page Page Page Index