C H E C K T H E T E L E P H O N E L I N E C O N N E C T I O N —

C H E C K T H E T E L E P H O N E J A C K —

C O N N E C T T H E M O D E M D I R E C T L Y T O T H E T E L E P H O N E W A L L J A C K —

U S E A D I F F E R E N T T E L E P H O N E L I N E —

•Verify that the telephone line is connected to the jack on the modem. (The jack has either a green label or a connector-shaped icon next to it.)

•Ensure that you hear a click when you insert the telephone line connector into the modem.

•Disconnect the telephone line from the modem and connect it to a telephone. Listen for a dial tone.

•If you have other telephone devices sharing the line, such as an answering machine, fax machine, surge protector, or line splitter, then bypass them and use the telephone to connect the modem directly to the telephone wall jack. If you are using a line that is 3 m (10 ft) or more in length, try a shorter one.

R U N T H E M O D E M H E L P E R D I A G N O S T I C S — Click the Start button, point to All Programs, and then click Modem Helper. Follow the instructions on the screen to identify and resolve modem problems. (Modem Helper is not available on all computers.)

VE R I F Y T H A T T H E M O D E M I S C O M M U N I C A T I N G W I T H W I N D O W S — 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel.

2 Click Printers and Other Hardware.

3 Click Phone and Modem Options.

4 Click the Modems tab.

5 Click the COM port for your modem.

6 Click Properties, click the Diagnostics tab, and then click Query Modem to verify that the modem is communicating with Windows.

If all commands receive responses, the modem is operating properly.

E N S U R E T H A T Y O U A R E C O N N E C T E D T O T H E I N T E R N E T — Ensure that you have subscribed to an Internet provider. With the Outlook Express e-mail program open, click File. If Work Offline has a checkmark next to it, click the checkmark to remove it and connect to the Internet. For help, contact your Internet service provider.

S C A N T H E C O M P U T E R F O R S P Y W A R E — If you are experiencing slow computer performance, you frequently receive pop-up advertisements, or you are having problems connecting to the Internet, your computer might be infected with spyware. Use an anti-virus program that includes anti-spyware protection (your program may require an upgrade) to scan the computer and remove spyware. For more information, go to support.dell.com and search for the keyword spyware.

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700M, 700M PP07S specifications

The Dell 700M PP07S is a premium ultraportable laptop that gained attention for its compact size and impressive performance during its release. This device, designed for mobile users and professionals on the go, combines a sleek design with robust features, making it an ideal choice for productivity and entertainment purposes.

One of the standout characteristics of the Dell 700M is its lightweight design. Weighing under four pounds, it is extremely portable, allowing users to easily carry it around without the burden of excessive weight. The laptop features a 12.1-inch display with a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels, delivering sharp visuals and vibrant colors. The screen size strikes a balance between being spacious enough for productivity tasks and compact enough for portability.

The Dell 700M is powered by a Pentium M processor, providing ample computing power for typical day-to-day tasks, including web browsing, document editing, and media consumption. Its memory options range up to 2GB of RAM, which enhances multitasking capabilities and allows for a smoother user experience. The laptop also comes equipped with a 40GB hard drive, offering sufficient storage for essential files and applications, although users looking for more storage could consider upgrading to a larger capacity.

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