ADJUST THE WINDOWS VOLUME CONTROLIn Windows XP, click the speaker icon in the lower-right corner of your screen. In Windows 2000, double- click the speaker icon in the lower-right corner of your screen. Be sure that the volume is turned up and that the sound is not muted.

IF HEADPHONES ARE CONNECTED TO THE FRONT-PANEL HEADPHONE JACK, CHECK FOR SOUND FROM THE HEADPHONESSound from the speakers is automatically disabled when headphones are connected to the computer’s front-panel headphone jack.

CHECK FOR INTERRUPT REQUEST CONFLICTSSee page 49.

If you cannot play a DVD movie

ENSURE THAT WINDOWS RECOGNIZES THE DRIVEIn Windows XP, Click the Start button, and then click My Computer. In Windows 2000, double- click the My Computer icon on the Windows desktop. If the DVD drive is not listed, perform a full scan with your antivirus software to check for and remove viruses. Viruses can sometimes prevent Windows from recognizing the drive.

TEST THE DRIVE WITH ANOTHER DVD— Insert another DVD to eliminate the possibility that the original DVD is defective.

CLEAN THE DISCSee the Tell Me How help file for instructions.

If the CD-RW drive stops writing

TURN OFF STANDBY IN WINDOWS BEFORE WRITING TO A CD -RWDISCSee the Tell Me How help file or search for the keyword standby in the Help and Support Center (Help in Windows 2000). To access help files, see page 26.

HINT: Because of different worldwide file types, not all DVD titles work in all DVD drives.

HINT: If you disable standby mode to write to a CD-RW drive, remember to reenable standby mode when you finish writing to the CD.

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Dell 4400 manual If you cannot play a DVD movie, If the CD-RW drive stops writing

4400 specifications

The Dell 4400, a notable product in the Dell lineup, is widely recognized for its powerful performance and versatility. Primarily targeted at small to medium-sized businesses and home offices, the Dell 4400 combines cutting-edge technology with user-friendly features, making it a preferred choice for professionals on the go.

One of the standout features of the Dell 4400 is its robust processing power. Equipped with Intel processors, users can expect seamless multitasking capabilities, enabling them to run multiple applications simultaneously without a hitch. The integration of advanced graphics options allows for an enhanced visual experience, making it suitable for graphic designers and multimedia creators.

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