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Dell PP29L owner manual Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad, Numeric Keypad, Numeric keypad

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Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad

Numeric Keypad

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 right of the keypad keys. To type a number or symbol, press <Fn><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.

Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad

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Dell PP29L owner manual Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad, Numeric Keypad, Numeric keypad

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 About Your Computer About Your ComputerFront View 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 ExpressCard slot Optical drive USB connectorRight Side View Back View Battery Air ventsBottom View Optical drive Battery Battery release latchSetting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your ComputerConnecting to the Internet 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 Using the Display Using the DisplayAdjusting Brightness 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 Playing Media Using MultimediaUsing Multimedia DVD player includes the following basic buttons Copying CD and DVD Media How to Copy a CD or DVDMedia Type Read Write Rewritable Using Blank CD and DVD MediaHelpful Tips Adjusting the Volume Adjusting the Picture ExpressCards Using CardsExpressCard/34 2 ExpressCard/54 Using Cards 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 Setting Up and Using Networks Setting Up and Using NetworksConnecting a Network or Broadband Modem Cable 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 DiagnosticsDuring the assessment, answer any questions that appear Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DrivePress and hold the Fn key while powering the computer on Page Option Function Dell Diagnostics Main MenuOptionFunction 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 external speakers Sound and Speaker ProblemsNo sound from integrated 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 103 Using Microsoft Windows System RestoreRestoring Your Operating System 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 DriveScrews Removing the Hard DriveSlide the hard drive out of the computer 110 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 coverRemoving the Keyboard KeyboardReplacing the Hinge Cover 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 119120 Wireless Mini-CardsRemoving Mini-Card 121 Mini-Card Adding and Replacing PartsDisconnect the antenna cables from the Mini-card Removing the Card Internal Card With Bluetooth Wireless TechnologyReplacing Mini-Card Securing screw Replacing the Card123 124 Identifying Your Computer Traveling With Your ComputerPacking the Computer 125126 Travel TipsTraveling by Air Obtaining Assistance Getting Help127 Getting Help128 Technical Support and Customer ServiceDellConnect Online Services AutoTech Service Problems With Your OrderAutomated Order-Status Service Product Information130 Returning Items for Warranty Repair or CreditBefore You Call 131 Contacting Dell 133 Specifications134 Memory Memory module connectorTV support 135LCD interface 136 Display Maximum resolutions1280 x 800 at 262 K colors 258 mm137 Reduced under certain power-intensiveInformation on battery life 138 30G 139Ms halfsine pulse for storage Operating 140 Appendix Using the System Setup Program141 AppendixSystem Setup Screen Viewing the System Setup ScreenChanging the Boot Sequence Commonly Used Options143 Performing a One-Time BootUSB Storage Device CD/DVD/CD-RW drive Modular bay HDD 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 146147 FCC Notice U.S. OnlyFCC Class B 148 Macrovision Product Notice149 Glossary150 151 152 153 154 155 156 Module bay See media bay Glossary 157158 159 160 161 162 163 164 Index Index165 166 See also hard drive See also optical drive167 168 169 170