Using Cards, ExpressCards, ExpressCard Blanks | Dell E1505, 6400

Using Cards

ExpressCards

ExpressCards leverage PC Card technology to provide a fast and convenient way to add memory, wired and wireless network communications (including wireless wide area network [WWAN] communications), multimedia, and security features to your computer.

See "Specifications" on page 155 for information on supported ExpressCards.

NOTE: An ExpressCard is not a bootable device.

ExpressCard Blanks

Your computer shipped with a plastic blank installed in the ExpressCard slot. Blanks protect unused slots from dust and other particles. Save the blank for use when no ExpressCard is installed in the slot; blanks from other computers may not fit your computer.

To remove the blank, see "Removing an ExpressCard or Blank" on page 66.

Installing an ExpressCard

You can install an ExpressCard in the computer while the computer is running. The computer automatically detects the card.

ExpressCards are generally marked with a symbol (such as a triangle or an arrow) or a label to indicate which end to insert into the slot. The cards are keyed to prevent incorrect insertion. If card orientation is not clear, see the documentation that came with the card.

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

To install an ExpressCard:

1Hold the card with the top side of the card facing up. The latch may need to be in the "in" position before you insert the card.

2Slide the card into the slot until the card is completely seated in its connector.

If you encounter too much resistance, do not force the card. Check the card orientation and try again.

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W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Dell Inspiron 6400/E1505 Abbreviations and Acronyms Contents Microsoft Windows Logo Key Functions Configuring Power Management Settings Composite Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio What You Need to Establish a Wlan Connection Connecting to a Mobile Broadband NetworkWhat You Need to Establish a Mobile Broadband Network Double- Clicking the Dell Support Icon Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer Mobile Broadband Wireless Wide Area Network WwanIf only part of the display is readable Contents Program stops responding or crashes repeatedly 100 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 103Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 102 104 132 131163 164 Glossary Index Support.dell.com Warranty informationFinding Information Setup Diagram Configuration Enter your Service Tag or product modelSoftware upgrades and troubleshooting hints How to use Windows XP With your computer Microsoft Windows System Restore MicrosoftEarlier operating state without affecting data files Ship with your computer About Your Computer Determining Your Computer’s ConfigurationAbout Your Computer Front View W E R B U T T O N About Your Computer Y B O a R D a N D W I R E L E S S S T a T U S L I G H T S Left Side View Right Side View Back View Connects an external VGA-compatible monitor Bottom View Connecting to the Internet Setting Up Your ComputerSetting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up Your Computer Transferring Information to a New Computer Click Finished and restart the new computer Click Finished and restart the new computer Printer Cable Setting Up a PrinterConnecting a USB Printer Surge Protectors Power Protection Devices Line Conditioners Uninterruptible Power Supplies Setting Up Your Computer Adjusting Brightness Using the DisplaySwitching the Video Image Setting Display Resolution Using the Display Numeric Keypad Using the Keyboard and Touch PadUsing the Keyboard and Touch Pad Key Combinations Power ManagementSystem Functions Display Functions Microsoft Windows Logo Key Functions Adjusting Keyboard SettingsQuickSet Key Combinations Opens the Search Results-Computer dialog box Customizing the Touch Pad Touch Pad Using a Battery Using a BatteryBattery Performance Dell QuickSet Battery Meter Checking the Battery ChargeMicrosoft Windows Power Meter Check the Battery Charge Low-Battery Warning Conserving Battery PowerPower Management Modes Check the Battery Health Hibernate Mode Configuring Power Management Settings Charging the BatteryReplacing the Battery Storing a Battery Playing CDs or DVDs Using MultimediaUsing Multimedia Copying CDs and DVDs How to Copy a CD or DVD Media Type Read Write Rewritable Using Blank CDs and DVDsHelpful Tips Adjusting the Volume Using Dell Media Experience and Dell MediaDirect Adjusting the PictureIf the computer is turned on or in standby mode If the computer is turned off or in hibernate mode Dell MediaDirect and Dell Media Experience Help Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device Using Multimedia Video and Standard Audio Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio Composite video adapter Video cable Composite Video and Standard Audio Composite Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio Composite video adapter Pdif digital audio cable Component Video and Standard Audio Using Multimedia Component Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio Component video adapter 2 S/PDIF digital audio cable Enabling S/PDIF Digital Audio Setting Up the Cyberlink CL Headphones Enabling the Display Settings for a TV Using Multimedia Installing an ExpressCard Using CardsUsing Cards ExpressCards Removing an ExpressCard or Blank Media Memory Cards Installing a Media Memory Card Removing a Media Memory Card Setting Up a Network Setting Up a NetworkPhysically Connecting to a Network or Broadband Modem Wireless Local Area Network Wlan Network Setup WizardChecking Your Wireless Network Card What You Need to Establish a Wlan Connection Setting Up a New Wlan Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network Completing the Connection to the Wlan Determining the Wireless Network Device Manager Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Network Card Mobile Broadband or Wireless Wide Area Network Wwan Connecting to a Mobile Broadband Network Setting Up a Network Securing Your Computer PasswordsSecurity Cable Lock Securing Your Computer If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen Computer Tracking Software Dell Diagnostics Solving ProblemsWhen to Use the Dell Diagnostics Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Option Function Tab Function Dell Support Utility Accessing the Dell Support UtilityClicking the Dell Support Icon Double-Clicking the Dell Support Icon Problems writing to a CD/DVD-RW drive Drive ProblemsCD and DVD drive problems If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsHard drive problems Error Messages Characters in filenames Solving Problems Solving Problems Ieee 1394 Device Problems ExpressCard ProblemsWindows taskbar. Ensure that the card is listed Manufacturer Unexpected characters Keyboard ProblemsExternal Keyboard problems Computer does not start up Lockups and Software ProblemsComputer stops responding Program stops responding or crashes repeatedly Other software problems Dell MediaDirect problems Network Problems Memory ProblemsMobile Broadband Wireless Wide Area Network Wwan Communication exists. Replace the network cable Power Problems Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer Printer Problems Scanner Problems No sound from headphones Sound and Speaker ProblemsNo sound from integrated speakers No sound from external speakers If the display is blank Touch Pad or Mouse ProblemsVideo and Display Problems Drivers What Is a Driver?If the display is difficult to read If only part of the display is readable Identifying Drivers Reinstalling Drivers and UtilitiesUsing Windows XP Device Driver Rollback 101 Using the Drivers and Utilities CDSave and close any open files, and exit any open programs 102 Resolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesRestoring Your Operating System 103 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 104 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 105 Reinstalling Windows XP Using the Operating System CDBefore You Begin 106 107 108 Before You Begin Adding and Replacing PartsRecommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer 110 Before Working Inside Your Computer 111 Optical Drive 112 Hard Drive 113 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell Memory 115 116 117 Modem 118 Hinge Cover 119 Keyboard 120 121 Wireless Mini-Card 122 Install the replacement Mini-Card 123 Coin-Cell Battery 125 Display 126 Lift the display up and away from the computer 127 Internal Card With Bluetooth Wireless Technology 128 129 Dell QuickSet FeaturesDell QuickSet Features 130 Identifying Your Computer Traveling With Your ComputerPacking the Computer 131 Traveling by Air Travel Tips Contacting Dell Contacting Dell133 134 135 136 137 138 139 140 141 142 143 144 145 146 147 Website support.ap.dell.com 148Called from within Singapore or Malaysia only 149 150 151 152 Printers, and Projectors for Relationship 153 154 155 Specifications 156 Ports and ConnectorsIn-1 Media Memory Card Reader Memory Communications 157Video Audio Display 158 159 BatteryKeyboard Touch Pad Physical 160AC Adapter Environmental 161 162 Viewing the System Setup Screen Using the System Setup ProgramSystem Setup Screen Appendix Commonly Used Options Changing the Boot SequencePerforming a One-Time Boot Computer, Keyboard, and Display Cleaning Your ComputerTouch Pad 165 Floppy Drive Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. OnlyCDs and DVDs 166 FCC Notice U.S. Only Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsDefinition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals FCC Class B 168 Macrovision Product Notice Glossary Glossary169 170 Docking device See APR 171Device driver See driver 172 173 174 NIC See network adapter 175 176 System tray See notification area 177 178 Video resolution See resolution 179 180 Index Index181 182 See also hard drive See also optical drive 183 184 Problems drives 185 186