I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I T H A D E L L - P R O V I D E D IEEE 1394 D E V I C E — Contact
Dell or the IEEE 1394 device manufacturer (see "Contacting Dell" on page 165).
I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I T H A N IEEE 1394 D E V I C E N O T P R O V I D E D B Y D E L L —
Contact Dell or the IEEE 1394 device manufacturer (see "Contacting Dell" on page 165).
Ensure that the IEEE 1394 device is properly inserted into the connector
Keyboard Problems
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
NOTE: Use the integrated keyboard when running the Dell Diagnostics or the system setup program. When you attach an external keyboard, the integrated keyboard remains fully functional.
External Keyboard problems
NOTE: When you attach an external keyboard, the integrated keyboard remains fully functional.
— Shut down the computer, disconnect the keyboard cable and check it for damage, then firmly reconnect the cable.
If you are using a keyboard extension cable, disconnect it and connect the keyboard directly to the computer.
C H E C K T H E E X T E R N A L K E Y B O A R D —
1Shut down the computer, wait 1 minute, and then turn it on again.
2Verify that the numbers, capitals, and scroll lock lights on the keyboard blink during the boot routine.
3From the Windows desktop, click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ Notepad.
4Type some characters on the external keyboard and verify that they appear on the display.
If you cannot verify these steps, you may have a defective external keyboard.
