Model PP20L
Owner’s Manual
Dell Inspiron 6400/E1505
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
Abbreviations and Acronyms
August
P/N MD402
Contents
Determining Your Computer’s Configuration
Contents
Running the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard
4 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad
6 Using Multimedia
If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, DVD, or DVD+RW drive tray
Physically Connecting to a Network or Broadband Modem
Mobile Broadband or Wireless Wide Area Network WWAN
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
Determining Your Computer’s Configuration
About Your Computer
Front View
Solid green The battery is charging
Flashing green The battery is almost fully charged
Off The battery is adequately charged or the computer is turned off
Flashing orange The battery charge is low
Mute 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
USB C O N N E C T O R S
Back View
A U D I O C O N N E C T O R S
Connects an external VGA-compatible monitor
Bottom View
About Your Computer
Setting Up Your Internet Connection
Setting Up Your Computer
Connecting to the Internet
If you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISP 5 Click Next
Transferring Information to a New Computer
E-mail messages Toolbar settings Window sizes Internet bookmarks
Prepare the New Computer for the File Transfer
Create a Wizard Disk 1 Click the Start button
Printer Cable
Setting Up a Printer
Connecting a USB Printer
Power Protection Devices
Surge Protectors
Uninterruptible Power Supplies
Line Conditioners
Setting Up Your Computer
Using the Display
Adjusting Brightness
Switching the Video Image
Setting Display Resolution
4 Try different settings for Color quality and Screen resolution
Using the Display
Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad
Numeric Keypad
Power Management
Key Combinations
System Functions
Display Functions
QuickSet Key Combinations
Adjusting Keyboard Settings
Microsoft Windows Logo Key Functions
Touch Pad
Customizing the Touch Pad
Using a Battery
Battery Performance
Checking the Battery Charge
Dell QuickSet Battery Meter
Microsoft Windows Power Meter
Charge Gauge
Power Management Modes
Conserving Battery Power
Low-Battery Warning
To enter standby mode
Configuring Power Management Settings
Charging the Battery
Replacing the Battery
Storing a Battery
Using Multimedia
Playing CDs or DVDs
How to Copy a CD or DVD
Copying CDs and DVDs
Using Blank CDs and DVDs
Helpful Tips
Adjusting the Volume
Adjusting the Picture
Using Dell Media Experience and Dell MediaDirect
If the computer is turned on or in standby mode
If the computer is turned off or in hibernate mode
Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device
Dell MediaDirect and Dell Media Experience Help
S-video and standard audio Composite video and standard audio
Component-out video and standard audio
S-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
Composite Video and Standard Audio
Using Multimedia
Composite Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio
Using Multimedia
Using Multimedia
1 composite video adapter
composite video cable
standard audio cable
Component Video and Standard Audio
1 S-video TV-out connector 2 component video adapter
1 component video adapter 2 component video cable
3 standard audio cable
Using Multimedia
1 component video adapter 2 component video cable
Component Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio
Using Multimedia
connectors
Using Multimedia
1 component video adapter 2 component video-output
3 component video cable
Setting Up the Cyberlink CL Headphones
Enabling the Display Settings for a TV
Using Multimedia
Using Cards
Installing an ExpressCard
ExpressCards
ExpressCard Blanks
Removing an ExpressCard or Blank
1 ExpressCard
Installing a Media Memory Card
Media Memory Cards
Removing a Media Memory Card
Setting Up a Network
Physically Connecting to a Network or Broadband Modem
Network Setup Wizard
Wireless Local Area Network WLAN
Checking Your Wireless Network Card
What You Need to Establish a WLAN Connection
Setting Up a New WLAN
Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network
To access the Help and Support Center
What You Need to Establish a Mobile Broadband Network Connection
Mobile Broadband or Wireless Wide Area Network WWAN
Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Network Card
Connecting to a Mobile Broadband Network
Setting Up a Network
Security Cable Lock
Passwords
Securing Your Computer
Computer Tracking Software
If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen
Do not share your password with other people
Ensure that people are not watching you when you type your password
Solving Problems
Dell Diagnostics
During the assessment, answer any questions that appear
Extended Test
Accessing the Dell Support Utility
Dell Support Utility
Clicking the Dell Support Icon
Double-Clicking the Dell Support Icon
If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, DVD, or DVD+RW drive tray
Drive Problems
CD and DVD drive problems
If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound
E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
Hard drive problems
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
ExpressCard Problems
IEEE 1394 Device Problems
Keyboard Problems
External Keyboard problems
Lockups and Software Problems
Unexpected characters
The computer does not start up
The computer stops responding
Dell MediaDirect problems
Other software problems
A solid blue screen appears
Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly
Memory Problems
Network Problems
network connector on the back of the computer and the network jack
Ensure that the network cable is firmly inserted into both the
Power Problems
Mobile Broadband Wireless Wide Area Network WWAN
Printer Problems
Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer
Scanner Problems
No sound from external speakers
Sound and Speaker Problems
No sound from integrated speakers
If the display is blank
Touch Pad or Mouse Problems
Video and Display Problems
What Is a Driver?
Drivers
If the display is difficult to read
If only part of the display is readable
Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities
Identifying Drivers
2 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD
Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities
Restoring Your Operating System
You can restore your operating system in the following ways
To start the Hardware Troubleshooter
Using 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
Adding and Replacing Parts
Before You Begin
Recommended Tools
Turning Off Your Computer
3 Disconnect any telephone or network cables from the computer
Before Working Inside Your Computer
2 Turn off your computer. See Turning Off Your Computer on page
Optical Drive
Hard Drive
1 optical drive
optical-drive security screw
notch
1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin on page
Memory
Returning a Hard Drive to Dell
3 If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module
4 Ground yourself and install the new memory module
Modem
Hinge Cover
scribe
Keyboard
hinge cover
1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin on page
Wireless Mini-Card
antenna cable connectors
1 Mini-Card
antenna cables
c 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
Internal Card With Bluetooth Wireless Technology
1 card door
cable
card
Adding and Replacing Parts
Dell QuickSet Features
Dell QuickSet Features
NOTE This feature may not be available on your computer
Dell QuickSet Features
Packing the Computer
Traveling With Your Computer
Identifying Your Computer
Travel Tips
Traveling by Air
Contacting Dell
support.dell.com support
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toll-free 1-800-326-6061 or
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800 300 410 or 800 300 411 or
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Printers, and Projectors for Relationship
or toll-free
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Contacting Dell
Specifications
Specifications
Processor
System Information
Ports and Connectors
Specifications
5-in-1 Media Memory Card Reader
Memory
Specifications
Communications
Video
Audio
Display
Specifications
Audio continued
Battery
Specifications
Keyboard
Touch Pad
Battery continued
Specifications
AC Adapter
Physical
Specifications
Environmental
Specifications
Using the System Setup Program
Viewing the System Setup Screen
System Setup Screen
Appendix
Commonly Used Options
Touch Pad
Cleaning Your Computer
Computer, Keyboard, and Display
CDs and DVDs
Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only
Floppy Drive
Definition of Dell-Installed Software and Peripherals
FCC Notice U.S. Only
Definition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals
FCC Class B
Macrovision Product Notice
Product name
Dell Inspiron 6400 and Inspiron E1505
Model number
Glossary
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Glossary
Index
Numerics
See also hard drive See also optical drive
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