Numeric Keypad, Key Combinations, System Functions | Dell PP09L

Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad

Numeric Keypad

The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on an external keyboard. Each key on the keypad has multiple functions. The keypad numbers and symbols are marked in blue on the middle of the keypad keys.

•To type a number or symbol, hold down <Fn> and press the desired key.

• To enable the keypad, press <Num Lk>. The 9 light indicates that the keypad is active.

•To disable the keypad, press <Num Lk> again.

Key Combinations

System Functions

<Ctrl><Shift><Esc>	Opens the Task Manager window
<Num Lk>	Enables and disables the numeric keypad
<Fn><Num Lk>	Enables and disables the scroll lock function

Battery

<Fn><F3>	Displays the Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter (see
	page 50)

CD or DVD Tray

<Fn><F10>	Ejects the tray out of the drive if Dell QuickSet is
	installed

Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad

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Dell PP09L owner manual Numeric Keypad, Key Combinations, System Functions, Battery, CD or DVD Tray

Contents

Dell Inspiron XPS Abbreviations and Acronyms Contents Optimizing Performance Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Contents Adding and Replacing Parts Appendix 183 Contents Safety General Safety Air Travel Safety PowerSafety Battery Safety EMC Instructions When Using Your Computer Safety Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge Safety Ergonomic Computing HabitsSafety When Working Inside Your Computer Safety Battery Disposal Safety Instructions Finding Information Dell Solution Center Setup Diagram Dell Support Website support.dell.com Finding Information Front View Tour of Your Computer Device Status Lights Tour of Your Computer Keyboard Status Lights Left Side View Right Side View Back View Video Connector Modem Connector RJ-11 W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Bottom View Tour of Your Computer Transferring Information to a New Computer Using Your Computer Click User and system guides Configuring Graphics CardsSettings and Functions Click Finished and restart the new computer Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device Video and Standard Audio Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio Pdif digital audio cable Composite Video and Standard Audio Composite Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio Using Your Computer Enabling S/PDIF Digital Audio Setting Up the Dolby Headphone Enabling the Display Settings for a TV Connecting Monitors Connect the VGA or DVI monitor as described on Copying CDs and DVDs Using CDs and DVDsHow to Copy a CD or DVD Helpful Tips Using Blank CD-Rs, CD-RWs, DVD+Rs, and DVD+RWs Hyper-Threading DDR Memory and Processor Front-Side Bus Optimizing Performance Battery Performance Using a Battery Charge Gauge Checking the Battery ChargeDell QuickSet Battery Meter Microsoft Windows Power Meter Low-Battery Warning Charging the Battery Removing a Battery Storing a Battery Installing a Battery Using a Battery About the Module Bay Using the Module Bay Push the new device into the bay until it clicks Pull the device out of the module bay Press the device latch release Using the Module Bay System Functions BatteryNumeric Keypad Key Combinations Speaker Functions Power ManagementDisplay Functions Microsoft Windows Logo Key Functions Touch Pad Customizing the Touch Pad and Track Stick Changing the Track Stick Cap Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Connecting to a Network Adapter Setting Up a Home and Office Network Determining Your Network Type Network Setup WizardConnecting to a Wireless Local Area Network Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft Windows XP Click Add Wireless network properties window appears Setting Up a Home and Office Network Configuring Security Settings Optional Setting Up a Home and Office Network Setting Up a Home and Office Network Setting Up a Home and Office Network Setting Up a Home and Office Network When to Use the Dell Diagnostics Using the Dell Diagnostics Option Function Express Test Device Error Messages Message 1 files copied appears If the display is blank Video and Display Problems If only part of the display is readable If the display is difficult to read If you have problems with a hard drive Scanner ProblemsHard Drive Problems External Keyboard Problems PC Card Problems Power Problems Unexpected Characters Touch Pad or Mouse Problems Printer Problems Modem and Internet Connection Problems Mail Problems Restart the Computer Try to log on to the network again Network Problems Program stops responding General Program ProblemsError messages appear Program crashes If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, or DVD drive tray CD or DVD ProblemsIf you cannot play a CD, CD-RW, or DVD If the CD-RW drive stops writing Sound and Speaker ProblemsIf you have a problem with integrated speakers If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound If you have a problem with external speakers Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems Drivers Resolving Other Technical ProblemsWhat Is a Driver? Identifying Drivers Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD Click the Drivers tab Click Roll Back Driver Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreCreating a Restore Point Select a restore point and click Next Before You Begin Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XPUndoing the Last System Restore To reinstall Windows XP, you need the following items Reinstalling Windows XP When the Welcome to Microsoft screen appears, click Next 101 Solving Problems 103 Before You BeginRecommended Tools Shutting Down Your Computer Adding and Replacing Parts 105 Memory Memory module Securing clips 2 per connector 107 108 Mini PCI Card 109 Adding and Replacing Parts 111 Hard Drive 112 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 113 Subwoofer Keyboard Insert the subwoofer into the compartment within the battery 115 116 PC Card With Bluetooth Wireless Technology 117 ModemRemoving the Modem Replace the M2 x 3-mm screw Installing the ModemKeyboard Bracket Connect the modem cable to the modem 119 Fans Fan cover Captive screws Audio connectors 121 Hinge Covers Left hinge cover 123 Display 125 126 127 Display Latch Remove the two M2 x 4-mm screws and remove the display latch Video Card 129 Processor Thermal-Cooling AssemblyRemoving the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Palm Rest Installing the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly 131 132 Processor ModuleRemoving the Processor Module 133 Installing the Processor Module 134 Flashing the BiosReserve Battery 135 System BoardRemoving the System Board 136 Remove the keyboard see Remove the display see 137 Installing the System Board 138 Speakers 139 Display Latch Release 140 Pin Assignments for I/O ConnectorsUSB Connector Video Connector 141 Video TV-Out ConnectorIeee 1394 Connector 142 DVI-I Connector 143 Specifications USB 144 Lvds 145 Wuxga WSXGA+ Wxga 146 147 148 149 Using the System Setup ProgramOverview 150 Viewing the System Setup ScreensSystem Setup Screens Commonly Used Options 151 Enabling the Infrared Sensor Definition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsDell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only Contacting Dell 153 154 155 156 157 158 159 160 161 162 163 164 165 166 167 168 169 170 Regulatory Notices NOM Information Mexico Only What is covered by this limited warranty?What is not covered by this limited warranty? Limited Warranties 172 How long does this limited warranty last? 173 What do I do if I need warranty service?What will Dell do? 174 What if I purchased a service contract?May I transfer the limited warranty? How will you fix my product? 175 176 177 Dell Software and Peripherals Canada OnlyThird-Party Software and Peripherals Products Exclusions GuaranteeDell-Branded Peripheral Products Return Policy 179 Limitation and Statutory Rights 180 Intel’s Three Year Limited Warranty What are Errata? 181 Appendix Index Microsoft Windows Specifications, system Spyware Track stick, 62 description, 23 system view