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Dell PP29L owner manual 169

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software problems, 91

software and hardware incompatibilities, 103

sound problems, 96 volume, 96

speakers problems, 96 volume, 96

specifications, 133

spyware, 82, 92

stolen computer, 74

support website, 15

system setup program commonly used options, 142 screens, 142

viewing, 142

T

taskbar

Dell Support Utility, 16 Safely Remove Hardware, 87 wireless activity indicator, 72

touch pad, 44 cleaning, 145 customizing, 45

touch pad buttons description, 21

track stick/touch pad buttons description, 20

traveling with the computer by air, 126 identification tag, 125 packing, 125

tips, 126

troubleshooting Dell Diagnostics, 75

Hardware Troubleshooter, 103

U

uninterruptible power supply. See UPS

V

video problems, 98

video controller determining configuration, 19

volume adjusting, 96

W

warranty information, 14

Windows XP

Program Compatibility wizard, 91 reinstalling, 105

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Contents

W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m July U739D Contents Customizing the Touch Pad Using the Keyboard and Touch PadRemoving an ExpressCard or Blank Contents Accessing Power Options PropertiesDell Technical Update Service Connecting a Network or BroadbandRemoving a Memory Card or Blank If Your Computer Is Lost or StolenExternal Keyboard problems Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsUsing Microsoft Windows System Restore Reinstalling Drivers and UtilitiesUsing the Operating System Media Restoring Your Operating System110 109Replacing the Hard Drive 111 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 112Automated Order-Status Service Technical Support and Customer ServiceComputer, Keyboard, and Display 144 144145 Definition of Third-Party SoftwareContents What Are You Looking For? Find It Here Finding InformationDrivers for my computer Device documentationMicrosoft Windows License Label What Are You Looking For? Find It Here Warranty informationSystem, and installs the updates Enter your Service Tag or productAppropriate for your configuration Other Dell customersHow to use Windows XP See Drive Problems onHow to work with programs and files How to personalize your desktopRestore your operating system Microsoft Windows System RestoreReturns your computer to an earlier Operating state without affectingFinding Information Front View About Your ComputerAbout Your Computer Analog microphone Headphone connectors Touch pad buttons Device status lightsD I O C O N N E C T O R S Information, see the documentation that came with your card Y B O a R D S T a T U S L I G H T S Left Side View USB connectors Video connector VGASecurity cable slot Hard driveConnect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer Right Side View USB connectorExpressCard slot Optical drive Back View Battery Air ventsBottom View Optical drive Battery Battery release latchConnecting to the Internet Setting Up Your ComputerSetting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Internet Connection Windows Easy Transfer Transferring Information to a New ComputerTo copy data from the old computer To transfer data to the new computer Setting Up a Printer Printer Cable Connecting a USB PrinterSurge Protectors Power Protection DevicesLine Conditioners Uninterruptible Power SuppliesSetting Up Your Computer Adjusting Brightness Using the DisplayUsing the Display Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Using the Keyboard and Touch PadNumeric Keypad Numeric keypadPower Management BatteryKey Combinations System FunctionsMicrosoft Windows Logo Key Functions Adjusting Keyboard SettingsDell QuickSet Key Combinations Click Start, and then click Control Panel Click KeyboardTouch Pad Customizing the Touch Pad Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Battery Performance Using a BatteryDell QuickSet Battery Meter Checking the Battery ChargeMicrosoft Windows Battery Meter Conserving Battery PowerLow-Battery Warning Check the Battery HealthStandby Mode Power Management ModesHibernate Mode Close the display Press FnEscCharging the Battery Configuring Power Management SettingsAccessing Power Options Properties Press the power button Close the display Press FnEscReplacing the Battery Storing a Battery Using a Battery Using Multimedia Using MultimediaPlaying Media DVD player includes the following basic buttons Copying CD and DVD Media How to Copy a CD or DVDHelpful Tips Using Blank CD and DVD MediaMedia Type Read Write Rewritable Adjusting the Volume Adjusting the Picture ExpressCard/34 2 ExpressCard/54 Using Cards Using CardsExpressCards ExpressCard Blanks Installing an ExpressCardMemory Card Reader Removing an ExpressCard or BlankMemory Card Blanks Secure Digital SDInstalling a Memory Card Removing a Memory Card or Blank Using Cards Connecting a Network or Broadband Modem Cable Setting Up and Using NetworksSetting Up and Using Networks Wireless Local Area Network Setting Up a NetworkChecking Your Wireless Network Card What You Need to Establish a Wlan ConnectionStart Button and Connect To Option Setting Up and Using Networks Connecting to a Wlan Determining the Wireless Network Device Manager Securing Your Computer PasswordsSecurity Cable Lock Securing Your ComputerIf Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen Dell Technical Update Service TroubleshootingDell Diagnostics When to Use the Dell DiagnosticsPress and hold the Fn key while powering the computer on Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveDuring the assessment, answer any questions that appear Page OptionFunction Dell Diagnostics Main MenuOption Function Tab Function Drive ProblemsProblems writing to a CD-RW, or DVD+/-RW drive Optical drive problemsHard drive problems Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsError Messages Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ExpressCard Problems Keyboard Problems Ieee 1394 Device ProblemsExternal Keyboard problems Unexpected characters Lockups and Software ProblemsComputer does not start Computer stops respondingSolid blue screen appears Other software problemsRun the Dell Diagnostics see Dell Diagnostics on Memory ProblemsPower Problems Network ProblemsBelow 0C 32F, the computer will not start Printer ProblemsScanner Problems No sound from integrated speakers Sound and Speaker ProblemsNo sound from external speakers No sound from headphones Touch Pad or Mouse ProblemsIf the display is blank Video and Display ProblemsIf only part of the display is readable If the display is difficult to readReinstalling Drivers and Utilities What Is a Driver?Drivers Identifying DriversUsing the Drivers and Utilities Media Using Windows Device Driver RollbackClick Start→My Computer→Properties→Hardware→Device Manager Click the Drivers tab→Roll Back DriverTroubleshooting Restoring Your Operating System Using Microsoft Windows System Restore103 Starting System Restore Reinstalling Windows XP Using the Operating System MediaBefore You Begin 105Troubleshooting Before You Begin Adding and Replacing PartsRecommended Tools Turning Off Your ComputerBefore Working Inside Your Computer 109 Hard DriveSlide the hard drive out of the computer 110 Removing the Hard DriveScrews Returning a Hard Drive to Dell Replacing the Hard Drive111 Foam packagingRemoving the Optical Drive Optical DriveReplacing the Optical Drive Optical drive Locking screwRemoving the Hinge Cover Hinge Cover113 Hinge coverReplacing the Hinge Cover KeyboardRemoving the Keyboard Replacing the Keyboard Keyboard connector latch115 Screws Keyboard Keyboard tabsMemory Follow the procedures in Before You Begin onRemoving Memory Module 116Cover 117Securing clips Replacing Memory ModuleTab 119Removing Mini-Card Wireless Mini-Cards120 Disconnect the antenna cables from the Mini-card Mini-Card Adding and Replacing Parts121 Replacing Mini-Card Internal Card With Bluetooth Wireless TechnologyRemoving the Card 123 Replacing the CardSecuring screw 124 Identifying Your Computer Traveling With Your ComputerPacking the Computer 125Traveling by Air Travel Tips126 Obtaining Assistance Getting Help127 Getting HelpDellConnect Online Services Technical Support and Customer Service128 AutoTech Service Problems With Your OrderAutomated Order-Status Service Product InformationBefore You Call Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit130 131 Contacting Dell 133 Specifications134 Memory Memory module connectorLCD interface 135TV support 136 Display Maximum resolutions1280 x 800 at 262 K colors 258 mmInformation on battery life Reduced under certain power-intensive137 138 Ms halfsine pulse for storage Operating 13930G 140 Appendix Using the System Setup Program141 AppendixSystem Setup Screen Viewing the System Setup ScreenChanging the Boot Sequence Commonly Used OptionsUSB Storage Device CD/DVD/CD-RW drive Modular bay HDD Performing a One-Time Boot143 Computer, Keyboard, and Display Cleaning Your ComputerTouch Pad Cleaning an Optical MouseMouse MediaDell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsDefinition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals 146FCC Class B FCC Notice U.S. Only147 148 Macrovision Product Notice149 Glossary150 151 152 153 154 155 156 Module bay See media bay Glossary 157158 159 160 161 162 163 164 165 IndexIndex 166 See also hard drive See also optical drive167 168 169 170