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Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot

You can use this feature, for example, to restart your computer to a USB device such as a floppy drive, memory key, or CD-RW drive.

NOTE: If you are booting to a USB floppy drive, you must first set Diskette Drive to OFF in system setup (see page 91).

1If you are booting to a USB device, connect the USB device to a USB connector (see page 88).

2Turn on (or restart) your computer.

3When F2 = Setup, F12 = Boot Menu appears in the upper-right corner of the screen, press <F12>.

If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop. Then shut down your computer (see page 53) and try again.

The Boot Device Menu appears, listing all available boot devices. Each device has a number next to it.

4At the bottom of the menu, enter the number of the device that is to be used for the current boot only.

For example, if you are booting to a USB memory key, highlight USB Flash Device and press <Enter>.

NOTE: To boot to a USB device, the device must be bootable. To ensure that a device is bootable, check the device documentation.

Changing Boot Sequence for Future Boots

1Enter system setup (see page 91).

2Use the arrow keys to highlight the Boot Sequence menu option and press <Enter> to access the menu.

NOTE: Write down your current boot sequence in case you want to restore it.

3Press the up- and down-arrow keys to move through the list of devices.

4Press the spacebar to enable or disable a device (enabled devices have a checkmark).

5Press plus (+) or minus (–) to move a selected device up or down the list.

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Power button W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o mPCI PCI Express x1 June NF132 Contents Advanced Troubleshooting Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Connecting and Disconnecting Drive CablesResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Clearing Forgotten Passwords and Cmos Settings 100102 Glossary Index Contents What Are You Looking For? Find It Here Warranty information Finding InformationFinding Information Use the Service Tag to When you useService Code to direct Microsoft Windows License Label Click the topic that describes your problem Click the arrow iconFollow the instructions on the screen Finding Information Setting Up a Printer Connecting a USB PrinterSetting Up and Using Your Computer Printer Cable Connecting to the Internet USB connector on computer USB printer cable Setting Up Your Internet Connection Playing CDs and DVDs Adjusting the Volume DVD player includes the following basic buttons Adjusting the Picture How to Copy a CD or DVDCopying CDs and DVDs Using Blank CDs and DVDs Media Type Read Write Rewritable Using a Media Card Reader Optional Helpful Tips Setting Up and Using Your Computer Setting Up a Home and Office Network Connecting to a Network AdapterNetwork Setup Wizard Network adapter connector on computer Power Management Standby ModeHibernate Mode Power Options Properties Power Schemes Tab Hyper-Threading Advanced TabHibernate Tab Setting Up and Using Your Computer Troubleshooting Tips Battery ProblemsDrive Problems Solving Problems CD and DVD drive problems Problems writing to a DVD-RW drive Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems Hard drive problems Error Messages Use these characters in filenames Media Card Reader Problems Keyboard Problems Lockups and Software ProblemsComputer does not start up Computer stops responding Program stops responding Program crashes repeatedlyProgram is designed for an earlier Windows operating system Solid blue screen appears Memory Problems Other software problems Mouse Problems Network Problems Power Problems Printer Problems Scanner Problems Sound and Speaker Problems No sound from speakers Video and Monitor Problems No sound from headphonesIf the screen is blank If the screen is difficult to read Solving Problems Diagnostic Lights Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution Reinstall an additional module. Continue Reinstalled all modules without errorModule/memory connector placement Ensure that no special memory Devices installed on your computer Determine whether a conflict exists byThen restart the computer Repeat this process for each card. If Dell Diagnostics Dell Diagnostics Main MenuOption Function What Is a Driver? DriversTab Function Reinstalling Drivers Using Windows XP Device Driver RollbackIdentifying Drivers Windows XP Manually Reinstalling Drivers Resolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesRestoring Your Operating System Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Creating a Restore PointRestoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec Undoing the Last System RestoreEnabling System Restore Removing Dell PC Restore Removing and Installing Parts Before You BeginRecommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer Front View of the Computer System System shutdown Back View of the Computer VGA video connector Removing the Computer CoverCards the bottom slot cannot be used Inside View of Your Computer Security cable slot Cover release latch Removing and Installing Parts System Board Components Memory DDR2 Memory Overview Matched pair of memory modules in Dimm connectors 1 Installing Memory Memory connector closer to Securing clipsProcessor Removing and Installing Parts Cutouts Notch Memory module Cards Removing Memory Installing an Expansion Card Removing and Installing Parts Removing and Installing Parts Removing an Expansion Card Connecting Drive Cables DrivesIDE Drive Addressing Drive Interface Connectors Power Cable ConnectorSerial ATA Connector Connecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables Hard DriveRemoving a Hard Drive Installing a Hard Drive Hard drive Release tabs Plastic hard-drive bracket Replace the computer cover Floppy Drive Removing a Floppy Drive Installing a Floppy Drive Media Card Reader Removing a Media Card Reader Media Card Reader Installing a Media Card Reader DVD Drive Installing a DVD Drive Removing a DVD Drive Battery Replacing the Battery Replacing the Computer Cover Removing and Installing Parts Removing and Installing Parts Specifications Processor Processor typeSystem clock MHz data rate Video Type Integrated Appendix Connectors Two Connector size Pins PCI Express Connector One Connector size PinsPanel connector for headphones Audio Type Connectors System board connectors Primary IDE drive Controls and Lights Power control Push button Power lightSerial ATA FlexBay Drive 36.1 cm 14.2 inches 11.4 cm 4.5 inches39.9 cm 15.7 inches 07 kg 20 lb System Setup Entering System SetupSystem Setup Screen Overview System Setup Options System Drives Acoustics mode setting Quiet The hard drive operates at its most quiet settingSystem Password option Manufacturer Boot Sequence Option Settings Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot Changing Boot Sequence for Future Boots Clearing Forgotten Passwords and Cmos Settings Jumper Setting DescriptionJumper Locations Jumpered Unjumpered Appendix Clearing Password Settings Clearing Cmos Settings Cleaning Your Computer Computer, Keyboard, and MonitorMouse Floppy Drive Definition of Dell-Installed Software and Peripherals Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. OnlyCDs and DVDs 100 FCC Notices U.S. Only Definition of Third-Party Software and PeripheralsClass a Class B 101 Contacting Dell FCC Identification Information102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 Area Codes Local Numbers, Toll-Free Numbers 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 Appendix Glossary Glossary 121 As the Product Key or Product ID 122 Glossary Glossary 123 124 Glossary Glossary 125 NIC See network adapter 126 Glossary Glossary 127 128 Glossary System Tray See notification area Glossary 129 130 Glossary Index Index 131 132 Index Index 133 Device Driver Rollback, 48 Files and Settings Transfer 134 Index