Ieee 1394 Device Problems, Keyboard Problems | Dell H7228 specs

IEEE 1394 Device Problems

NOTE: Check Windows Explorer to see if your device is listed as a drive.

CHECK THE IEEE 1394 DEVICE — Ensure that the IEEE 1394 device is properly inserted into the connector.

ENSURE THAT THE IEEE 1394 DEVICE IS RECOGNIZED BY WINDOWS® —

1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel.

2 Click Printers and Other Hardware.

If your IEEE 1394 device is listed, Windows recognizes the device.

IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS WITH A DELL-PROVIDED IEEE 1394 DEVICE — Contact Dell (see page 83).

IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS WITH AN IEEE 1394 DEVICE NOT PROVIDED BY DELL — Contact the IEEE 1394 device manufacturer.

Keyboard Problems

RESTART THE COMPUTER —

•If the mouse is functioning, shut down the computer through the Start menu (see page 21). After the computer shuts down, press the power button to restart the computer.

•If the computer does not respond to a keystroke or the mouse, press the power button for at least

8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. Press the power button again to restart the computer.

CHECK THE KEYBOARD CABLE —

•Ensure that the keyboard cable is firmly connected to the computer.

•Shut down the computer (see page 21), reconnect the keyboard cable as shown on the setup diagram for your computer, and then restart the computer.

•Check the cable connector for bent or broken pins and for damaged or frayed cables. Straighten bent pins.

•Remove keyboard extension cables and connect the keyboard directly to the computer.

TEST THE KEYBOARD — Connect a properly working keyboard to the computer, and try using the keyboard. If the new keyboard works, the original keyboard is faulty.

CHECK FOR INTERRUPT REQUEST CONFLICTS — See page 52.

Solving Problems

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Contents

USB 2.0 connectors Ieee 1394 connector Dell Dimension 4600C Abbreviations and Acronyms Contents Program is designed for an earlier Microsoft Windows Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Appendix Safety Instructions Safety Instructions W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m How to clean my computer Tips on using WindowsFinding Information for Your Computer Microsoft Windows License Label Downloads Drivers, patches, and software updates Answers to technical serviceHow to use Windows XP Support questions Setting Up and Using Your Computer Connecting the AC Adapter Japan only Tabs Tab holes Setting Up and Using Your Computer Attaching and Removing the Computer StandScrew Setting Up a Printer Parallel connector on computer Connecting a Parallel PrinterPrinter Cable Screws Clips Parallel printer Cable Notches USB connector on computer Connecting a USB Printer Setting Up a Home and Office Network Connecting an Ieee 1394 Device OptionalConnecting to a Network Adapter Ieee 1394 connector Ieee 1394 cable Network cable Network Setup Wizard Setting Up Your Internet Connection Connecting to the Internet Copying CDs and DVDs How to Copy a CD or DVD Using Blank CD-Rs and CD-RWs Hyper-ThreadingHelpful Tips Turning Off Your Computer Booting to a USB Device Setting Up and Using Your Computer Solving Problems Finding Solutions W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m See Finding Help Information Battery Problems Drive Problems CD drive problemsProblems writing to a CD-RW drive Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems DVD drive problemsHard drive problems Solving Problems Operating System not Found Contact Dell see Error Messages Computer stops responding General ProblemsProgram stops responding Program crashes repeatedly Solid blue screen appears Other software problems General hardware problems Other technical problems Keyboard Problems Ieee 1394 Device Problems Mouse Problems Network Problems PC Card ProblemsLink activity light Power Problems Printer Problems Scanner Problems No sound from speakers Sound and Speaker Problems 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 ResolutionAdvanced Troubleshooting Modules, reinstall one module Modules installed, removeNormally, reinstall an additional Identified a faulty module or If the problem persists or Remove the card and reinstall itIf the computer has a video card See page 66, and restart Dell Diagnostics Option Function Starting the Dell Diagnostics Drivers What Is a Driver?Identifying Drivers Tab Function Restoring Your Operating System Reinstalling Drivers Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Enabling System Restore Front and Back View of the Computer Front ViewAdding Parts Unexpectedly restart More informationInstead, perform an operating system shutdown Back View Network jack Modem jack Reattaching the Front Door Opening the Computer Cover Hinge arms Closed positionFront door Back of computer Adding Parts Cable security tab Looking Inside Your Computer System Board PC Card Types Adding PC Cards Optional Installing a PC Card Removing a PC Card Adding Other Cards Adding or Replacing a Video Card Notch Lever Tab card clip AGP connector PCI connector Removing a Video CardHinged lever Filler bracket Installing a Video Card Adding MemoryDDR Memory Overview Installing Memory Notch Memory module Cutouts Crossbar Securing clips Connector Removing Memory Closing the Computer Cover Microprocessor SpecificationsSystem Information Expansion Bus Memory Ports and ConnectorsDrives Video Audio PowerNetwork Controls and Lights Environmental Is 914 m 3000 ft914 m 3000 ft Standard Settings Clearing Forgotten Passwords Viewing SettingsSystem Setup Screens Replacing the Battery Battery Definition of Dell-Installed Software and Peripherals Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. OnlyDefinition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals Class a Class B FCC Notices U.S. Only FCC Identification Information Contacting Dell Appendix Appendix Appendix Appendix Area Codes Local Numbers, Toll-Free Numbers Appendix Area Codes Local Numbers, Toll-Free Numbers Appendix Appendix Appendix Appendix 800 300 412 or 21 422 07 Appendix Appendix Toll-free Or toll-free Appendix Index 101 Index 102 Index Index Index 103 Index 104