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Dell PP09L owner manual Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad

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Dell Inspiron XPS Owner’s ManualModel PP09L Notes, Notices, and Cautions Abbreviations and AcronymsModel PP09L P/N M3551 Rev. A022 Using Your Computer Contents1 A Tour of Your Computer Using a Battery 5 Using the Module BayOptimizing Performance Removing and Installing Devices While the Computer Is Turned Off6 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 7 Setting Up a Home and Office Network8 Solving Problems Radios Including Wireless Networking and PC Cards WithScanner Problems 9 Adding and Replacing Parts 10 Appendix Limited Warranties U.S. OnlyCanada Only IndexContents CAUTION Safety Instructions SAFETY GeneralSAFETY Battery SAFETY PowerSAFETY Air Travel When Using Your Computer SAFETY EMC InstructionsSAFETY When Working Inside Your Computer SAFETY Ergonomic Computing HabitsSAFETY Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge SAFETY Battery Disposal 16 Safety Instructions w w w . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o mFinding Information Dell Solution CenterHow to set up a printer Drivers and Utilities CD also known as the ResourceCDSetup Diagram Service Tag and Microsoft Windows LicenseDell Inspiron Help File Click User and system guides and click User’s guidesWindows Help and Support Center Dell Support Website - support.dell.comOperating System CD 20 Finding Information w w w . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o mA Tour of Your Computer Front ViewDEVICE STATUS LIGHTS Solid green The battery is charging Flashing green The battery is almost fully chargedOff The battery is adequately charged or the computer is turned off Flashing orange The battery charge is low9 Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled A Turns on when the uppercase letter function is enabledTurns on when the scroll lock function is enabled The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the followingdevice latch Left Side Viewhard drive Right Side View AUDIO CONNECTORSBack View digital-video interface connectormodem connector RJ-11 S-VIDEO TV-OUT CONNECTORUSB CONNECTORS VIDEO CONNECTORDIGITAL-VIDEO INTERFACE DVI CONNECTOR NETWORK CONNECTOR RJ-45 MODEM CONNECTOR RJ-11D/BAY POWERED USB CONNECTOR A Tour of Your Computer Bottom View battery-bay latch release32 A Tour of Your Computer w w w . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o mUsing Your Computer Transferring Information to a New ComputerConfiguring Graphics Cards Settings and FunctionsConnecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device S-Video and Standard Audio S-Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio Using Your Computer S-video cablew w w . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m TV/digital audio adapter cableComposite Video and Standard Audio Using Your ComputerComposite Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio Using Your ComputerUsing Your Computer Setting Up the Dolby Headphone Enabling S/PDIF Digital AudioEnabling the Display Settings for a TV Connecting MonitorsIf you are connecting two monitors that both have VGA connectors c Connect the VGA or DVI monitor as described on pageHow to Copy a CD or DVD Using CDs and DVDsCopying CDs and DVDs Using Blank CD-Rs, CD-RWs, DVD+Rs, and DVD+RWs Helpful TipsDDR Memory and Processor Front-Side Bus Optimizing PerformanceHyper-Threading 48 Optimizing Performance w w w . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o mUsing a Battery Battery PerformanceChecking the Battery Charge Dell QuickSet Battery MeterMicrosoft Windows Power Meter Charge GaugeCharging the Battery Low-Battery WarningRemoving a Battery Installing a Battery Storing a Battery1 Slide the battery into the bay at a 45-degree angle 2 Press the other side down until the latch release clicks54 Using a Battery w w w . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o mRemoving and Installing Devices While the Computer Is Turned Off Using the Module BayAbout the Module Bay Removing and Installing Devices While the Computer Is Running 5 If necessary, enter your password to unlock your computer Using the Module Bay2 Press the device latch release 3 Pull the device out of the module bay58 Using the Module Bay w w w . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o mUsing the Keyboard and Touch Pad BatteryNumeric Keypad Key CombinationsDisplay Functions Power ManagementSpeaker Functions Microsoft Windows Logo Key Functions Opens the Search Results-Computer dialog box ifTouch Pad Changing the Track Stick Cap Customizing the Touch Pad and Track Stick64 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad w w w . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o mSetting Up a Home and Office Network Connecting to a Network AdapterConnecting to a Wireless Local Area Network Network Setup WizardDetermining Your Network Type Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft Windows XP Setting Up a Home and Office Network 6 Click Add The Wireless network properties window appearsw w w . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m 7 Enter the name of your network in the Network name SSID field Configuring Security Settings Optional 3 From the Network Authentication drop-down menu, select Open 2 Click Properties 6 Click OK Your network setup is complete 74 Setting Up a Home and Office Network w w w . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o mUsing the Dell Diagnostics Solving ProblemsWhen to Use the Dell Diagnostics Dell Diagnostics Main Menu Error Messages Console Video and Display Problems If the display is blankIf the display is difficult to read If only part of the display is readableHard Drive Problems Scanner ProblemsIf you have problems with a hard drive PC Card Problems External Keyboard ProblemsIF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS WITH A DELL-PROVIDED PC CARD IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS WITH A PC CARD NOT PROVIDED BYTO VERIFY THAT THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE EXTERNAL KEYBOARD , CHECK THE Power ProblemsINTEGRATED KEYBOARD Touch Pad or Mouse Problems Unexpected CharactersTO VERIFY THAT THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE MOUSE , CHECK THE TOUCH PAD Printer ProblemsVERIFY THAT WINDOWS RECOGNIZES THE PRINTER E-Mail Problems Modem and Internet Connection ProblemsNetwork Problems General Program Problems Error messages appearA program crashes A program stops respondingIf you cannot play a CD, CD-RW, or DVD CD or DVD ProblemsIf you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, or DVD drive tray Sound and Speaker Problems If you have a problem with integrated speakersIf you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound If the CD-RW drive stops writingIf you have a problem with external speakers E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 2 Click Printers and Other Hardware 3 Click Phone and Modem OptionsWhat Is a Driver? Resolving Other Technical ProblemsDrivers Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities Identifying Drivers2 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Creating a Restore Point Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreRestoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Undoing the Last System Restore Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XPBefore You Begin Reinstalling Windows XP Dell Operating System CD Dell Drivers and Utilities CD13 When the Welcome to Microsoft screen appears, click Next 17 Click Next 102 Solving Problems w w w . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o mAdding and Replacing Parts Before You BeginRecommended Tools Shutting Down Your Computer2 Shut down the computer see page Memory b Remove the module from the connector at a 45-degree angle 5 Replace the memory module cover Mini PCI Card c Lift the Mini PCI card out of its connector Adding and Replacing Partsa Disconnect the antenna cables from the Mini PCI card antenna cables7 Replace the Mini PCI card cover and tighten the captive screw Hard Drive 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin see pageTo replace the hard drive in the hard drive bay 2 Turn the computer over, and remove the hard drive screwReturning a Hard Drive to Dell Subwoofer subwoofer cable connectorKeyboard 4 Insert the subwoofer into the compartment within the battery5 Connect the cable to the subwoofer connector 6 Replace the battery in the battery bay see page3 Remove the keyboard PC Card With Bluetooth Wireless Technology Modem Removing the ModemInstalling the Modem Keyboard BracketFans 4 Remove the screw on the fan and lift up the fan release lever 5 Use the fan release lever to lift the fan out of the computerw w w . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m screwHinge Covers 2 Remove the left and right hinge covers a Open the display c Open the display all the way 180 degrees so that it lies flat against your work surface Display 6 Disconnect the display cable, using the pull-tab antenna cables display cable system board connectorAdding and Replacing Parts 7 Lift the display out of the computer at a 90-degree angleWhen you replace the display, ensure that the ribbon tape around the display cable is securely tucked underneath the two tabs rubber display bumpers Display Latchdisplay bezel Video Card Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Removing the Processor Thermal-Cooling AssemblyInstalling the Processor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Palm Rest8 Disconnect the touch-pad connector from the system board touch-pad connector9 Slide the palm rest forward and remove it from the computer M2.5 x 8-mm screws labeled circle PProcessor Module Removing the Processor ModuleInstalling the Processor Module Flashing the BIOS Reserve BatterySystem Board Removing the System Board3 Remove the palm rest see page 4 Remove the video card see page Installing the System Board Speakers Display Latch Release USB Connector Pin Assignments for I/O ConnectorsVideo Connector S-Video TV-Out Connector IEEE 1394 ConnectorDVI-I Connector Specifications AppendixMemory 10/100/1000 Ethernet LAN on system board 5-W mono into 8 ohms for the subwooferDisplay Battery operating time varies depending on See Using a Battery on page 49 for moreprotrudes 0.5 mm higher than surrounding operating conditions and can be significantlyBattery continued Temperature range Using the System Setup Program OverviewSystem Setup Screens Viewing the System Setup ScreensCommonly Used Options Enabling the Infrared Sensor Definition of Dell-Installed Software and Peripherals Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. OnlyContacting Dell Definition of Third-Party Software and PeripheralsFor specific web addresses for your country, find the appropriate country section in the table below Country City Cayman Islands Canada North York, OntarioChile Santiago Colombia China XiamenCosta Rica Country City Country City Country City Country City Website support.jp.dell.com Japan KawasakiKorea Seoul Country City Country City Country City 800 300 410 or 800 300 411 or Country City Country City toll-free U.S.A. Austin, Texas BusinessU.S. Virgin Islands VenezuelaRegulatory Notices Limited Warranties Limited Warranty for Dell-Branded Hardware Products U.S. OnlyNOM Information Mexico Only How long does this limited warranty last? What do I do if I need warranty service? What will Dell do?Individual Home Consumers U.S. OnlyLimited Warranty Terms for Dell-Branded Hardware Products Canada Only What if I purchased a service contract?May I transfer the limited warranty? What is covered by this limited warranty?How long does this limited warranty last? Government or Education Customers, or Individual Home Consumers who purchased through an Employee PurchaseIndividual Home Consumers Home Office and Small Business Government, Education, and Healthcare Customers and ValueDell Software and Peripherals Canada Only What if I purchased a service contract?May I transfer the limited warranty? How will you fix my product?Guarantee Dell-Branded Peripheral ProductsReturn Policy ExclusionsDell World Trade LP Limitation and Statutory RightsDell Computer de Colombia Corporation Intel’s Three Year Limited Warranty Limited WarrantyExtent of Limited Warranty How to Obtain Warranty ServiceWhat are Errata? Intel’s Commitment to Quality1997, 1998 Intel Corporation. All rights reserved 182 Appendix w w w . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o mIndex Page