Contents
Main
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
Contents
1 Setting Up and Using Your Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
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3 Removing and Installing Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
4 Safety, Environmental, and Ergonomic Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
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Finding Information
Drivers and Utilities
NOTE:
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Setting Up and Using Your Computer
Front View of the Computer
NOTICE:
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Back View of the Computer
NOTE:
Installing Drivers for Your Computer
Drivers and Utilities
Setting Up a Printer (USB type)
Printer Cable
Connecting a USB Printer
Connecting to the Internet
Setting Up Your Internet Connection
Playing CDs and DVDs
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Adjusting the Volume
Adjusting the Picture
Setting Up a Home and Office Network
Connecting to a Network Adapter
Network Setup Wizard
Power Management
Standby Mode
Hibernate Mode
Power Options Properties
Power Schemes Tab
Advanced Tab
Hibernate Tab
Solving Problems
Troubleshooting Tips
Battery Problems
Drive Problems
CD and DVD Drive Problems
Problems writing to a CD/DVD-RW drive
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Hard Drive Problems
E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
Error Messages
Keyboard Problems
Lockups and Software Problems
The computer does not start up The computer stops responding
A program stops responding
A program crashes repeatedly
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A program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system
A solid blue screen appears
Other software problems
Memory Problems
Mouse Problems
Network Problems
Power Problems
Printer Problems
Sound and Speaker Problems
No sound from speakers
No sound from headphones
Video and Monitor Problems
The screen is blank
The screen is difficult to read
Removing and Installing Parts
Before You Begin
Recommended Tools
Turning Off Your Computer
Before Working Inside Your Computer
Removing the Computer Cover
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Inside View of Your Computer
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Removing Memory
Installing Memory
Battery
Replacing the Battery
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Replacing the Computer Cover
Safety, Environmental, and Ergonomic Instructions
Safety Instructions
Power Safety
Battery Safety
Equipment Protection Instructions
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Appendix
Specifications
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System Setup
Overview
Entering System Setup
System Setup Options
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NOTE:
Boot Menu
Clearing Forgotten Passwords and CMOS Settings
Jumper Location
Clearing CMOS and Password Settings
Cleaning Your Computer
Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor
Mouse
CDs and DVDs
Contacting Dell
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