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Dell PP29L owner manual Microsoft Windows Logo Key Functions, Dell QuickSet Key Combinations

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Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions

Windows logo key and <m>	Minimizes all open windows.

Windows logo key and	Restores all minimized windows. This key
<Shift><m>	combination functions as a toggle to restore
	minimized windows following the use of the
	Windows logo key and <m> combination.

Windows logo key and <e>	Starts Windows Explorer.

Windows logo key and <r>	Opens the Run dialog box.

Windows logo key and <f>	Opens the Search Results dialog box.

Windows logo key and	Opens the Search Results-Computer dialog box
<Ctrl><f>	(if the computer is connected to a network).

Windows logo key and <Pause>	Opens the System Properties dialog box.

Dell™ QuickSet Key Combinations

If Dell QuickSet is installed, you can use other shortcut keys for functions such as the Battery Meter or activating power management modes. For more information about Dell QuickSet key combinations, right-click the QuickSet icon in the notification area, and then click Help.

Adjusting Keyboard Settings

To adjust keyboard operation, such as the character repeat rate:

1Click Start, and then click Control Panel.

2Click Keyboard.

Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad

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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 PropertiesIf Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen Connecting a Network or BroadbandDell Technical Update Service Removing a Memory Card or BlankExternal Keyboard problems Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsRestoring Your Operating System Reinstalling Drivers and UtilitiesUsing Microsoft Windows System Restore Using the Operating System Media112 109110 Replacing the Hard Drive 111 Returning a Hard Drive to DellAutomated Order-Status Service Technical Support and Customer ServiceDefinition of Third-Party Software 144Computer, Keyboard, and Display 144 145Contents Device documentation Finding InformationWhat Are You Looking For? Find It Here Drivers for my computerMicrosoft Windows License Label What Are You Looking For? Find It Here Warranty informationOther Dell customers Enter your Service Tag or productSystem, and installs the updates Appropriate for your configurationHow to personalize your desktop See Drive Problems onHow to use Windows XP How to work with programs and filesOperating state without affecting Microsoft Windows System RestoreRestore your operating system Returns your computer to an earlierFinding 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 Hard drive USB connectors Video connector VGALeft Side View Security cable slotConnect 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 Numeric keypad Using the Keyboard and Touch PadUsing the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric KeypadSystem Functions BatteryPower Management Key CombinationsClick Start, and then click Control Panel Click Keyboard Adjusting Keyboard SettingsMicrosoft Windows Logo Key Functions Dell QuickSet Key CombinationsTouch Pad Customizing the Touch Pad Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Battery Performance Using a BatteryDell QuickSet Battery Meter Checking the Battery ChargeCheck the Battery Health Conserving Battery PowerMicrosoft Windows Battery Meter Low-Battery WarningClose the display Press FnEsc Power Management ModesStandby Mode Hibernate ModePress the power button Close the display Press FnEsc Configuring Power Management SettingsCharging the Battery Accessing Power Options PropertiesReplacing 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 ExpressCardSecure Digital SD Removing an ExpressCard or BlankMemory Card Reader Memory Card BlanksInstalling 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 What You Need to Establish a Wlan Connection Setting Up a NetworkWireless Local Area Network Checking Your Wireless Network CardStart Button and Connect To Option Setting Up and Using Networks Connecting to a Wlan Determining the Wireless Network Device Manager Securing Your Computer PasswordsSecuring Your Computer Security Cable LockIf Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen When to Use the Dell Diagnostics TroubleshootingDell Technical Update Service 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 Computer stops responding Lockups and Software ProblemsUnexpected characters Computer does not startSolid 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 readIdentifying Drivers What Is a Driver?Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities DriversClick the Drivers tab→Roll Back Driver Using Windows Device Driver RollbackUsing the Drivers and Utilities Media Click Start→My Computer→Properties→Hardware→Device ManagerTroubleshooting Restoring Your Operating System Using Microsoft Windows System Restore103 Starting System Restore 105 Using the Operating System MediaReinstalling Windows XP Before You BeginTroubleshooting Turning Off Your Computer Adding and Replacing PartsBefore You Begin Recommended ToolsBefore Working Inside Your Computer 109 Hard DriveSlide the hard drive out of the computer 110 Removing the Hard DriveScrews Foam packaging Replacing the Hard DriveReturning a Hard Drive to Dell 111Optical drive Locking screw Optical DriveRemoving the Optical Drive Replacing the Optical DriveHinge cover Hinge CoverRemoving the Hinge Cover 113Replacing the Hinge Cover KeyboardRemoving the Keyboard Screws Keyboard Keyboard tabs Keyboard connector latchReplacing the Keyboard 115116 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin onMemory Removing Memory ModuleCover 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 124 125 Traveling With Your ComputerIdentifying Your Computer Packing the ComputerTraveling by Air Travel Tips126 Getting Help Getting HelpObtaining Assistance 127DellConnect Online Services Technical Support and Customer Service128 Product Information Problems With Your OrderAutoTech Service Automated Order-Status ServiceBefore You Call Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit130 131 Contacting Dell 133 Specifications134 Memory Memory module connectorLCD interface 135TV support 258 mm Display Maximum resolutions136 1280 x 800 at 262 K colorsInformation on battery life Reduced under certain power-intensive137 138 Ms halfsine pulse for storage Operating 13930G 140 Appendix Using the System Setup ProgramAppendix 141Commonly Used Options Viewing the System Setup ScreenSystem Setup Screen Changing the Boot SequenceUSB Storage Device CD/DVD/CD-RW drive Modular bay HDD Performing a One-Time Boot143 Computer, Keyboard, and Display Cleaning Your ComputerMedia Cleaning an Optical MouseTouch Pad Mouse146 Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsDell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only Definition of Third-Party Software and PeripheralsFCC 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