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Dell XPS M1710
Abbreviations and Acronyms
Contents
Microsoft Windows Logo Key Functions
Wireless Networking and Bluetooth Wireless
Configuring Power Management Settings
Composite Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio
Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia
What You Need to Establish a Wlan Connection
Physically Connecting to a Network or Broadband Modem
Double-Clicking the Dell Support Icon
Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive
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Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 113
Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer 106
Before Working Inside Your Computer 118 Contents
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Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit 147
Internal Card With Bluetooth Wireless Technology 133
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Finding Information
Warranty information
Drivers for my computer
My device documentation
Setup Diagram
Configuration
Enter your Service Tag or product model
Software upgrades and troubleshooting hints
How to use Windows XP
Earlier operating state without affecting data files
Microsoft Windows System Restore Microsoft
Your operating system
Varies based on
Tour of Your Computer
Determining Your Computer’s Configuration
Tour of Your Computer
Front View
Tour of Your Computer
Tour of Your Computer
Lights located above the keyboard indicate the following
Left Side View
Right Side View
D I O C O N N E C T O R S
Back View
Connect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer
D E O C O N N E C T O R
Bottom View
Tour of Your Computer
Tour of Your Computer
Connecting to the Internet
Setting Up Your Computer
Setting Up Your Internet Connection
Setting Up Your Computer
If you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISP
Transferring Information to a New Computer
Transfer Data to the New Computer
Prepare the New Computer for the File Transfer
Copy Data From the Old Computer
Next
Printer Cable
Setting Up a Printer
Connecting a USB Printer
Surge Protectors
Power Protection Devices
Line Conditioners
Uninterruptible Power Supplies
Setting Up Your Computer
Adjusting Brightness
Using the Display
Switching the Video Image
Using the Display
Display
Setting Display Resolution
Under Pick a category, click Appearance and Themes
Numeric Keypad
Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad
Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad
Key Combinations
Battery
System Functions
CD or DVD Tray
Features on
Power Management
Speaker Functions
Microsoft Windows Logo Key Functions
Customizing the Touch Pad
Touch Pad
Using a Battery
Using a Battery
Battery Performance
Dell QuickSet Battery Meter
Checking the Battery Charge
Microsoft Windows Power Meter
Charge Gauge
Power Management Modes
Conserving Battery Power
Low-Battery Warning
Standby Mode
To enter standby mode
Charging the Battery
Configuring Power Management Settings
Replacing the Battery
To remove the battery
Storing a Battery
Dell QuickSet Features
Dell QuickSet Features
Dell QuickSet Features
Playing CDs or DVDs
Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia
Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia
Adjusting the Volume
Adjusting the Picture
Copying CDs and DVDs
How to Copy a CD or DVD
Using Blank CDs and DVDs
Media Type Read Write Rewritable
Helpful Tips
If the Computer Is Off or in Hibernate Mode
Using Dell Media Experience and Dell MediaDirect
If the Computer Is On or in Standby Mode
Dell MediaDirect and Dell Media Experience Help
Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device
Page
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 CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia
Component Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio
Component video adapter 2 S/PDIF digital audio cable
Click the DVD Audio Setting icon
Setting Up the Cyberlink CL Headphones
Headphones option
Enabling S/PDIF in the Windows Audio Driver
Click Advanced
CL Headphone option
Video Controller
Installing an ExpressCard
Using Cards
Using Cards
ExpressCards
To install an ExpressCard
Removing an ExpressCard or Blank
Media Memory Cards
Installing a Media Memory Card
Press the card in to release and remove the card
To install a media memory card
Removing a Media Memory Card
Smart Cards
Installing a Smart Card
Smart card slot ExpressCard slot
Using Cards
Setting Up a Home and Office Network
Setting Up a Home and Office Network
Physically Connecting to a Network or Broadband Modem
Wireless Local Area Network Wlan
Network Setup Wizard
Checking Your Wireless Network Card
What You Need to Establish a Wlan Connection
Connecting a Wireless Router and a Broadband Modem
Setting Up a New Wlan
Start Button and Connect To Option
Point to Connect To, and then click Show all connections
Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network
Under Pick a Help topic, click Dell User and System Guides
Determining the Wireless Network Device Manager
Completing the Connection to the Wlan
To set up a Mobile Broadband network connection, you need
Mobile Broadband or Wireless Wide Area Network
Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Network Card
Checking Your Dell Mobile Broadband Card
Connecting to a Mobile Broadband Network
Internet Connection Firewall
Click the Start button, point to All Programs→ Dell Wireless
Securing Your Computer
Passwords
Security Cable Lock
Securing Your Computer
If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen
Computer Tracking Software
Dell Technical Update Service
Troubleshooting
Dell Diagnostics
When to Use the Dell Diagnostics
Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD
Tab Function
Dell Diagnostics Main Menu
Option Function
Dell Support Utility
Accessing the Dell Support Utility
Click Dell Support and point to Dell Support Settings
CD and DVD Drive Problems
Drive Problems
Clicking the Dell Support Icon
Double-Clicking the Dell Support Icon
Hard Drive Problems
Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
If You Hear an Unfamiliar Scraping or Grinding Sound
Click Properties
Attachments
Error Messages
Troubleshooting
Click Add or Remove Programs
Device manufacturer
Ieee 1394 Device Problems
Click Printers and Other Hardware
Unexpected Characters
Keyboard Problems
External Keyboard Problems
Computer Does Not Start Up
Lockups and Software Problems
Computer Stops Responding
Program Stops Responding or Crashes Repeatedly
Other Software Problems
Dell MediaDirect Problems
MediaDirect screen to access Help
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Network Problems
Memory Problems
General
Mobile Broadband Network
Icon on the Windows
ExpressCard Problems
Windows taskbar. Ensure that the card is listed 104
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Power Problems
Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer
Printer Problems
Docking Power Considerations
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Sound and Speaker Problems
Scanner Problems
No Sound From Integrated Speakers
No Sound From External Speakers
No Sound From Headphones
Touch Pad or Mouse Problems
If the Display Is Difficult to Read
Video and Display Problems
If the Display Is Blank
Drivers
What Is a Driver?
If Only Part of the Display is Readable
Identifying Drivers
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Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities
Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities
Manually Reinstalling Drivers
Infrared devices
To start the Hardware Troubleshooter
You can restore your operating system in the following ways
Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore
Restoring Your Operating System
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Click the System Restore tab
Using the Operating System CD
Click Performance and Maintenance
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Before You Begin
Adding and Replacing Parts
Recommended Tools
Turning Off Your Computer
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Before Working Inside Your Computer
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Hard Drive
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To replace the hard drive
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Memory
Returning a Hard Drive to Dell
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Modem
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Mini-Card
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Hinge Cover
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Keyboard
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Coin-Cell Battery
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Optical Drive
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Internal Card With Bluetooth Wireless Technology
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Identifying Your Computer
Traveling With Your Computer
Packing the Computer
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Travel Tips
Traveling by Air
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Specifications
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Ports and Connectors
Memory
In-1 Media Memory card Reader
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AC Adapter
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Physical
Environmental
Operating Storage
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Getting Help
Online Services
Obtaining Assistance
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Support Service
AutoTech Service
Automated Order-Status Service
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Problems With Your Order
Before You Call
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Diagnostics Checklist
Viewing the System Setup Screens
Using the System Setup Program
System Setup Screen
Appendix
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Commonly Used Options
Computer, Keyboard, and Display
Cleaning Your Computer
Touch Pad
CDs and DVDs
FCC Class B
FCC Notices U.S. Only
Macrovision Product Notice
Definition of Dell-Installed Software and Peripherals
Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only
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Definition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals
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Contacting Dell
Toll-free
Contacting Dell
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980-9-15-3978
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011 709
011 706
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Toll-free 1800 0060
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Toll-free 1800 0600
Toll-free 1800 006
0870 366
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01344 860
8001-3605
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Glossary
Glossary
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NIC See network adapter
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Index
CardBus technology media memory cards
Computer crashes
Floppy drive connecting to a USB
Display settings for a TV enabling in Windows XP
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Index
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Device Driver Rollback, 111 enabling display settings for a
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