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Dell PP20L owner manual

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icons

adjusting the size, 129

IEEE 1394 connector description, 22 problems, 89

Internet connection about, 25 options, 25 setting up, 25

IRQ conflicts, 102

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keyboard description, 18 numeric keypad, 35 problems, 90 removing, 119 shortcuts, 36

keyboard status lights description, 19

keypad numeric, 35

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labels

Microsoft Windows, 12 Service Tag, 12

lost computer, 78

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media control buttons

Dell MediaDirect button, 18, 49

description, 18 play/pause/Dell

MediaDirect, 18

media memory cards blanks, 68

CardBus technology, 67 installing, 67

reader, 21 removing, 68 slots, 67 types, 67

memory installing, 114 removing, 115

memory module cover, 24

messages error, 85

Microsoft Windows label, 12

Mini-Card installing, 121

Mobile Broadband (WWAN) network connections, 74 problems, 93

modem installing, 117

modem connector description, 23

monitor

See also display problems, 98

switching the video image, 33

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network

installing WLAN Mini- Card, 121

Mobile Broadband (WWAN), 93

problems, 93 QuickSet, 129

network connector description, 23

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operating system CD, 14 reinstalling, 14 reinstalling Windows XP, 103

optical drive description, 21

optical-drive-tray eject button

description, 21

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passwords about, 77 forgetting, 78

PC Restore, 104

playing CDs, 45

playing DVDs, 45

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Dell PP20L owner manual

Contents

Owner’s Manual Dell Inspiron 6400/E1505Model PP20L P/N MD402 Notes, Notices, and CautionsAbbreviations and Acronyms AugustRunning the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard ContentsDetermining Your Computer’s Configuration Contents4 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 6 Using Multimedia Physically Connecting to a Network or Broadband Modem Mobile Broadband or Wireless Wide Area Network WWANIf you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, DVD, or DVD+RW drive tray A program is designed for an earlier Drivers Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only Contents Finding Information These labels are located on the bottom of your computer To download Notebook System Software The operating system is already installed on your computer About Your Computer Determining Your Computer’s ConfigurationFront View Flashing orange The battery charge is low Solid green The battery is chargingFlashing green The battery is almost fully charged Off The battery is adequately charged or the computer is turned offMute the sound Turn the volume down Turn the volume up Play or pause The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following Left Side View Right Side View Back View A U D I O C O N N E C T O R SUSB C O N N E C T O R S Connects an external VGA-compatible monitor About Your Computer Bottom ViewSetting Up Your Computer Connecting to the InternetSetting Up Your Internet Connection Transferring Information to a New Computer E-mail messages Toolbar settings Window sizes Internet bookmarksIf you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISP 5 Click Next Prepare the New Computer for the File Transfer Create a Wizard Disk 1 Click the Start button Setting Up a Printer Connecting a USB PrinterPrinter Cable Surge Protectors Power Protection DevicesLine Conditioners Uninterruptible Power SuppliesSetting Up Your Computer Setting Display Resolution Using the DisplayAdjusting Brightness Switching the Video ImageUsing the Display 4 Try different settings for Color quality and Screen resolutionNumeric Keypad Using the Keyboard and Touch PadDisplay Functions Power ManagementKey Combinations System FunctionsAdjusting Keyboard Settings Microsoft Windows Logo Key FunctionsQuickSet Key Combinations Customizing the Touch Pad Touch PadBattery Performance Using a BatteryCharge Gauge Checking the Battery ChargeDell QuickSet Battery Meter Microsoft Windows Power MeterConserving Battery Power Low-Battery WarningPower Management Modes To enter standby mode Charging the Battery Replacing the BatteryConfiguring Power Management Settings Storing a Battery Playing CDs or DVDs Using MultimediaCopying CDs and DVDs How to Copy a CD or DVDHelpful Tips Using Blank CDs and DVDsAdjusting the Volume If the computer is turned off or in hibernate mode Adjusting the PictureUsing Dell Media Experience and Dell MediaDirect If the computer is turned on or in standby modeDell MediaDirect and Dell Media Experience Help Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio DeviceComponent-out video and standard audio S-video and standard audio Composite video and standard audioS-Video and Standard Audio S-Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio 4 Plug the other end of the S-video cable into the S-video input connector on the TV Using Multimedia Composite Video and Standard AudioUsing Multimedia Composite Video and S/PDIF Digital Audiostandard audio cable Using Multimedia1 composite video adapter composite video cable3 standard audio cable Component Video and Standard Audio1 S-video TV-out connector 2 component video adapter 1 component video adapter 2 component video cable1 component video adapter 2 component video cable Using MultimediaUsing Multimedia Component Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio3 component video cable connectorsUsing Multimedia 1 component video adapter 2 component video-outputSetting Up the Cyberlink CL Headphones Enabling the Display Settings for a TV Using Multimedia ExpressCard Blanks Using CardsInstalling an ExpressCard ExpressCards1 ExpressCard Removing an ExpressCard or BlankMedia Memory Cards Installing a Media Memory CardRemoving a Media Memory Card Physically Connecting to a Network or Broadband Modem Setting Up a NetworkWhat You Need to Establish a WLAN Connection Network Setup WizardWireless Local Area Network WLAN Checking Your Wireless Network CardSetting Up a New WLAN Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network To access the Help and Support Center Mobile Broadband or Wireless Wide Area Network WWAN Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Network CardWhat You Need to Establish a Mobile Broadband Network Connection Connecting to a Mobile Broadband Network Setting Up a Network Passwords Securing Your ComputerSecurity Cable Lock Ensure that people are not watching you when you type your password Computer Tracking SoftwareIf Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen Do not share your password with other peopleDell Diagnostics Solving ProblemsDuring the assessment, answer any questions that appear Extended Test Double-Clicking the Dell Support Icon Accessing the Dell Support UtilityDell Support Utility Clicking the Dell Support IconDrive Problems CD and DVD drive problemsIf you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, DVD, or DVD+RW drive tray E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems Hard drive problemsIf you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound Error Messages characters in filenames L I C E N S E D C O N T E N T I S N O T A C C E S S I B L E I N M E D I A D I R E C T - Dell MediaDirect cannot verify the Digital M E M O R Y W R I T E / R E A D F A I L U R E A T A D D R E S S , R E A D V A L U E E X P E C T I N G V A L U E - A memory module may be IEEE 1394 Device Problems ExpressCard ProblemsExternal Keyboard problems Keyboard ProblemsThe computer stops responding Lockups and Software ProblemsUnexpected characters The computer does not start upEnsure that the program is installed and configured properly Dell MediaDirect problemsOther software problems A solid blue screen appearsEnsure that the network cable is firmly inserted into both the Memory ProblemsNetwork Problems network connector on the back of the computer and the network jackMobile Broadband Wireless Wide Area Network WWAN Power ProblemsEnsuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer Printer ProblemsScanner Problems Sound and Speaker Problems No sound from integrated speakersNo sound from external speakers Touch Pad or Mouse Problems Video and Display ProblemsIf the display is blank If only part of the display is readable What Is a Driver?Drivers If the display is difficult to readIdentifying Drivers Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities2 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD To start the Hardware Troubleshooter Resolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesRestoring Your Operating System You can restore your operating system in the following waysUsing Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 1 Turn on the computer Using the Operating System CD 1 Save and close any open files and exit any open programs Solving Problems Turning Off Your Computer Adding and Replacing PartsBefore You Begin Recommended ToolsBefore Working Inside Your Computer 2 Turn off your computer. See Turning Off Your Computer on page3 Disconnect any telephone or network cables from the computer Optical Drive notch Hard Drive1 optical drive optical-drive security screw1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin on page Returning a Hard Drive to Dell Memory3 If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module 4 Ground yourself and install the new memory module Modem Hinge Cover Keyboard hinge coverscribe 1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin on page antenna cables Wireless Mini-Cardantenna cable connectors 1 Mini-Cardc Lift the Mini-Card out of its system board connector Adding and Replacing Parts Coin-Cell Battery Display 8 Lift the display up and away from the computer card Internal Card With Bluetooth Wireless Technology1 card door cableAdding and Replacing Parts Dell QuickSet Features NOTE This feature may not be available on your computerDell QuickSet Features Dell QuickSet Features Traveling With Your Computer Identifying Your ComputerPacking the Computer Traveling by Air Travel Tipssupport.dell.com support Contacting DellCountry City Country City Country City Country City Country City Country City Country City Country City Country City toll-free 1-800-326-6061 or Country City Country City Country City 800 300 410 or 800 300 411 or Country City Country City Country City Country City or toll-free Printers, and Projectors for RelationshipCountry City Contacting Dell System Information SpecificationsSpecifications ProcessorMemory Ports and ConnectorsSpecifications 5-in-1 Media Memory Card ReaderAudio SpecificationsCommunications VideoSpecifications Audio continuedDisplay Touch Pad BatterySpecifications KeyboardPhysical Battery continuedSpecifications AC AdapterEnvironmental SpecificationsSpecifications Appendix Using the System Setup ProgramViewing the System Setup Screen System Setup ScreenCommonly Used Options Cleaning Your Computer Computer, Keyboard, and DisplayTouch Pad Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only Floppy DriveCDs and DVDs FCC Class B Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsFCC Notice U.S. Only Definition of Third-Party Software and PeripheralsModel number Macrovision Product NoticeProduct name Dell Inspiron 6400 and Inspiron E1505Glossary Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Glossary Numerics IndexSee also hard drive See also optical drive Page Page Page Index