Dell 600M manual

www .dell.com | support.dell.com Dell™ Inspiron™ 600m Owner’ s Manual Model PP05L[...]

Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer . NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, pe rsonal injury , or death. If you purchased[...]

Contents 3 Contents 1 A T our of Y our Computer Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Left Side View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Right Side View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Back View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

4 Contents 3 Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices Using a Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Battery Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Checking the Battery Charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

Contents 5 5 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Using CDs and DVDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 CD and DVD Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 If you cannot play a CD or DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW , or DVD drive tra[...]

6 Contents Video and Display Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 If the display is blank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 If the display is difficult to read . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 If only part of th e display is readable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Sca[...]

Contents 7 9 Appendix Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Standard Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Viewing the Sy stem Setup Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Sy stem Setup Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 C[...]

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A T our of Y our Computer 9 A T our of Y our Computer Front V iew DISPLAY — F or more information about your display , see the Dell Inspiron help file. T o access the help file, see "Accessing Help" on page 65. POWER BUTTON — P ress the power button to turn on the comp uter or exit a power management mode. F or more information about [...]

10 A T our of Y our Computer www .dell.com | support.dell.com DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS T urns on when you turn on the comput er and blinks when the computer is in a power management mode. T urns on when the computer reads or writes data. NOTICE: T o avoid loss of data, never tu rn off the computer while the light is flashing. T urns on steadily or blin[...]

A T our of Y our Computer 11 If the computer is connected to an electr ical outlet, the light operates as follows: – Solid green: The battery is charging. – Flashing green: The battery is almost fully charged. If the computer is running on a ba ttery , the light operates as follows: – Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the co mputer i[...]

12 A T our of Y our Computer www .dell.com | support.dell.com The green lights located above the k eyboard indicate the following: Left Side V iew AIR VENTS — The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, which pr events the computer from overheating. NOTE: The computer turns on the fan when the computer gets hot. Fa n no[...]

A T our of Y our Computer 13 SMART CARD SLOT — Supports one smart card. F or more information, see the Dell Inspiron help file. T o access the help file, see "Ac cessing Help" on page 65. NOTE: Depending on your co mputer’ s configuration, the smart card slot may not be available. INFRARED SENSOR — Lets you transfer files from your [...]

14 A T our of Y our Computer www .dell.com | support.dell.com HARD DRIVE — Stores softwar e and data. SECURITY CABLE SLOT — Lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device to the computer . F or more information, see the instru ctions included with the device. NOTICE: Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it will work wi th [...]

A T our of Y our Computer 15 MODULE BAY — Y ou can install devices such as an optical drive or a Dell T ravelLite™ module in the module bay . F or more info rmation, s ee "About the Module Bay" on page 36. DEVICE LATCH RELEASE — Releases the module bay device. See "About the Module Bay" on page 36 for instructions. Back V [...]

16 A T our of Y our Computer www .dell.com | support.dell.com USB CONNECTORS S- VIDEO TV- OUT CONNECTOR MODEM CONNECTOR (RJ-11) Connect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboar d, or printer . Y ou can also connect the optional floppy drive directly to a USB connector using the optional floppy drive cable. Connects your computer to a TV . F or more in[...]

A T our of Y our Computer 17 NETWORK CONNECTOR (RJ-45) NOTICE: The network connector is slightly larger than the modem conne ctor . T o avoid damaging the computer , do not plug a telephone line into the network connector . PARALLEL CONNECTOR VIDEO CONNECTOR SERIAL CONNECTOR Connects the computer to a network. The green and yellow lights next to th[...]

18 A T our of Y our Computer www .dell.com | support.dell.com AC ADAPTER CONNECTOR — Attach an AC adapter to the computer . The AC adapter converts A C power to the DC power required by the computer . Y ou can connect the AC adapter with your computer turned either on or off. CAUTION: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldw ide. Howev[...]

A T our of Y our Computer 19 Bottom V iew MEMORY MODULE COVER — Covers the compartment that contains the memory module(s). See "Adding Memory" on page 81. BATTERY - BAY LATCH RELEASE — Releases the battery . See "Using a Battery" on page 29 for instructions. BATTERY CHARGE GAUGE — P r ovides information on the battery ch a[...]

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Setting Up Y our Computer 21 Setting Up Y our Computer Connecting to the Internet NOTE: ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country . T o connect to the Internet, you need a modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP), such as AOL or MSN. Y our ISP will offer one or more of the following Internet connection options: • Dial-up co[...]

22 Setting Up Y our Computer www .dell.com | support.dell.com 4 In the next window , click the appropriate option: • If you do not have an ISP a nd want to select one, click Choose from a list of Internet service providers (ISP s) . • If you have already obtained setup informat ion from your ISP but you did not r eceive a setup CD, click Set up[...]

Setting Up Y our Computer 23 T URN OFF CALL WAITING ( CATCH - PHONE )— See your telephone directory for instructions on deactivating this feature. Then adjust the dial-up networking connection properties. 1 Click the Start button and click Control P anel . 2 Click P rinters and Other Hardware , click Phone and Modem Options , click the Dialing Ru[...]

24 Setting Up Y our Computer www .dell.com | support.dell.com Connecting a Parallel Printer 1 Complete the operating system setup, if you have not already done so . 2 Shut down the computer (see "T urning Off Y our Computer" on page 27). NOTICE: For best results, use a 3-m (1 0-ft) or shorter parallel cable. 3 Attach the parallel printer [...]

Setting Up Y our Computer 25 Connecting a USB Printer NOTE: Y ou can connect USB devices wh ile the computer is turned on. 1 Complete the operating system setup if you have not already done so . 2 Install the printer driver if necessary . See th e documentation that came with your printer . 3 Attach the USB printer cable to the USB co nnectors on t[...]

26 Setting Up Y our Computer www .dell.com | support.dell.com Setting Up the Docking Device to Connect to a Network NOTE: A network adapter is also referred to as a network interface controller (NIC). NOTICE: Do not install a network adapter or a network adapter/modem combination PC Card until you complete the docking device setup. NOTICE: T o prev[...]

Setting Up Y our Computer 27 Uninterruptible Power Supplies NOTICE: Loss of power while data is being saved to the hard drive may result in data loss or file damage. NOTE: T o ensure maximum battery operati ng time, connect only your comp uter to a UPS. Connect other devices, such as a printer , to a separate po wer strip that provides surge protec[...]

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Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices 29 Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices Using a Battery Battery Performance CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide . Use a battery to power the computer when the computer is not connected to an electrical outlet. One ba[...]

30 Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices www .dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may incr ease the risk of fire or ch emical burn. Do not puncture, incinerate, disassemble, or expose the battery to tem peratures above 65°C (149°F). Keep the battery away from children. Handle dama ged or leaking batteries with extr eme car[...]

Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices 31 Health Gauge The battery operating time is largely determined by the number of times it is char ged. After hundreds of char ge and discharge cycles, batteries lose some charge capacity , or battery health. T o check the battery health, press and hold the status button on t he battery charge gauge for at lea[...]

32 Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices www .dell.com | support.dell.com Charging the Battery NOTE: The AC adapter charges a completely dischar ged battery in approxim ately 1 hour with the computer turned off. Charge time is longer with the computer turned on . Y ou can leave the battery in the computer as long as you like. The battery internal [...]

Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices 33 Installing a Battery CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in th is section, read the safety instru ctions in your Product Information Guide . CAUTION: Using an incompatible batter y may increase the risk of fire or explosion. Replace the battery only with a compatible batt ery purchased from Dell[...]

34 Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices www .dell.com | support.dell.com Removing and Installing a Reserve Battery CAUTION: Before you begin any of the proce dures in this section, read th e safety instructions in your Product Information Guide . NOTE: If your computer does not use a reserve battery , it uses a coin-cell battery . The coin-cell b[...]

Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices 35 4 Connect the reserve battery cable to the co nnector in the r eserve battery compartment. 5 Place the reserve battery in the compartmen t, and r eplace the reserve battery cover . Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you store your comput er for an e xtended period of time. A battery discharges during[...]

36 Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices www .dell.com | support.dell.com If the battery status light rapidly flashes orange, the battery ma y be defective. See "Contacting Dell" on page 100 . T EST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET — Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. C HECK THE AC ADAP[...]

Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices 37 Removing and Installing Devices While the Computer Is T urned Off CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in th is section, read the safety instru ctions in your Product Information Guide . NOTICE: T o prevent damage to devices, pl ace them in a safe, dry place wh en they are not installed in the co[...]

38 Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices www .dell.com | support.dell.com 2 P ull the device by the latch release to r emove the device from the module bay . 3 Insert the new device into the bay , push the devi ce until you feel a click, and push the device latch release in so that it is flush with the computer . Removing and Installing Devices Wh[...]

Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices 39 5 P u ll the device by the latch release to r emove the device from the module bay . 6 Insert the new device into the bay , push the de vice until you feel a click, and push the device latch release in so that it is flush with the computer . W indows XP automatically recognizes the new device. 7 If necessar[...]

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FILE LOCA TION: C:dataT empBenzT8109c42.fm DELL CONFIDENTIAL – PRELIMINARY 4/27/05 – FOR PROOF ONL Y Last Updated - 3/23/2005 Using the Keyboard and T ouch Pad 41 Using the Keyboard and T ouch Pad Numeric Keypad NOTE: When you connect an external ke yboard or keypad to the computer , the keypad is disabled. NOTE: Y ou can change options for[...]

42 Using the Keyboard and T ouch Pad www .dell.com | support.dell.com FILE LOCA TION: C:dataT empB enzT8109c42.fm DELL CONFIDENTIAL – PRELIMINARY 4/27/05 – FOR PROOF ONL Y Keyboard Shortcuts Sy stem Functions Battery CD or DVD T ray Display Functions Radios (Including Wireless Networking and Bluetooth ® Wireless T echnology) <Ctrl>&l[...]

Using the Keyboard and T ouch Pad 43 FILE LOCA TION: C:dataT empBenzT8109c42.fm DELL CONFIDENTIAL – PRELIMINARY 4/27/05 – FOR PROOF ONL Y Power Management Speaker Functions If no sound comes from the speakers, pr ess <Fn><End> and adjust the volume. Microsoft ® Windows ® Logo Key Functions <Fn><Esc> Activates the p[...]

44 Using the Keyboard and T ouch Pad www .dell.com | support.dell.com FILE LOCA TION: C:dataT empB enzT8109c42.fm DELL CONFIDENTIAL – PRELIMINARY 4/27/05 – FOR PROOF ONL Y T o adjust keyboard operation, such as the char acter r epeat rate, open the Control P anel, and click P rinters and Other Hardware . T ouch Pad The touch pad detects the[...]

Using the Keyboard and T ouch Pad 45 FILE LOCA TION: C:dataT empBenzT8109c42.fm DELL CONFIDENTIAL – PRELIMINARY 4/27/05 – FOR PROOF ONL Y Customizing the T ouch Pad Y ou can disable the touch pad or adjust their settings by using the Mouse P roperties window . 1 Click the Start button, click Control P anel , and then double-click the Mouse [...]

46 Using the Keyboard and T ouch Pad www .dell.com | support.dell.com FILE LOCA TION: C:dataT empB enzT8109c42.fm DELL CONFIDENTIAL – PRELIMINARY 4/27/05 – FOR PROOF ONL Y T O VERIFY THAT THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE EXTERNAL KEYBOARD , CHECK THE INTEGRATED KEYBOARD — 1 T urn off the computer . 2 Disconnect the external k eyboard. 3 T urn on t[...]

Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia 47 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Using CDs and DVDs F or information about using CDs and DVDs in your computer , see the Dell Inspiron help file. T o access the help file, see "Accessing Help" on page 65. CD and DVD Problems If you cannot play a CD or DVD NOTE: Because of different worldwide f[...]

48 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia www .dell.com | support.dell.com If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW , or DVD drive tray 1 Ensure that the computer is shut down and turned off (see page 27). 2 Straighten a paper clip and insert one end into th e eject hole at the front of the drive; push firmly until the tray is partially ejected. 3 Gently p[...]

Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia 49 T EST THE SPEAKERS — Plug the speaker audio cable into the line-out connector on the computer . Ensure that the headphone volume contr ol is turned up. Play a music CD. R UN THE SPEAKER SELF - TEST — Some speaker systems have a self -test button on the subwoofer . See the speaker documentation for self -[...]

50 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia www .dell.com | support.dell.com Using Blank CD-Rs and CD-RWs Y our CD-R W drive can write to two different types of r ecording media—CD-Rs and CD-R Ws. Use blank CD-Rs to recor d music or permanently store data files. After cr eating a CD-R, you cannot write to that CD-R agai n without changing your metho[...]

Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia 51 The audio connector on the side of the computer enables you to connect the computer to your television or audio device, using a commercially available audio cable. When you complete the cable co nnection, see "Enabling the Display Settings for a T elevision" on page 55 to ensure that the computer r[...]

52 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia www .dell.com | support.dell.com 3 Plug the other end of the S-vide o cable into your television. 4 Plug the single-connector end of the a udio cable into the headphone connector on your computer . 5 Plug the two RCA connectors on the other e nd of the audio cable into the audio input connectors on your tele[...]

Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia 53 Composite Video Connection T o connect the computer to a television that has a composite video input only , Dell provides a composite TV -out adapter cable. Before you beg in, ensure that you have the following cables: composite TV-out adapter cable composite video cable audio cable[...]

54 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia www .dell.com | support.dell.com 1 T urn off the computer and the television a nd/or audio device you want to connect. 2 Connect the composite TV -out adapter cable to the S-video TV -out connector on the computer . 3 Plug one end of the composite video cable into the composite video connector on the composi[...]

Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia 55 Enabling the Display Settings for a T elevision A TI Video Controller NOTE: Ensure that you properly con nect the television before you enable the display settings. 1 To o p e n t h e Control P anel window , click the Start button and then click the Control P anel icon. 2 Double-click the Display icon, click[...]

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Setting Up a Home and Office Network 57 Setting Up a Home and Office Network Connecting to a Network Adapter Before you connect your comput er to a network, the computer must have a network adapter installed and a network cable connected to it. T o connect a network cable: 1 Connect the network cable to the network adapte r connector on the back of[...]

58 Setting Up a Home and Office Network www .dell.com | support.dell.com Network Setup Wizard The Microsoft ® Wi n d o w s ® XP operating system provides a Ne twork Setup W izard to guide you through the process of sharing files, printers , or an Internet connection between computers in a home or small office. 1 Click the Start button, point to A[...]

Setting Up a Home and Office Network 59 Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft ® Windows ® XP Y our wir eless network card r equires specific software and drivers in or der to connect to a network. The software is alr eady installed. If the software is r emoved or corrupted, follow the instructions included in the user's guide for you[...]

60 Setting Up a Home and Office Network www .dell.com | support.dell.com 2 Click to select the network you want to configure, and then click Connect or double-click the network name in the list. If you select a secu re network (identified by a icon), you must enter a WEP or WP A key when prompted. NOTE: Network security settings are un ique to your[...]

Setting Up a Home and Office Network 61 Thereafter , whenever you log on to your computer in the area of the wir eless network, the same pop-up notifies you of the wireless network connection.[...]

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Solving Problems 63 Solving Problems Finding Solutions Sometimes it’s difficult to figure out wher e to go for answers. Use this chart to quickly find the answers to your questions. NOTE: If you have a problem with an external de vice, see the device documentation or contact the manufacturer . ® See page 35. See page 65. Get technical assistance[...]

64 Solving Problems www .dell.com | support.dell.com See page 66. See page 48. See page 25. See page 22. See page 68. See page 58. See page 45. See page 71. See page 21. See page 65. See page 23. See page 73. See page 68 See page 45. See page 46.[...]

Solving Problems 65 Accessing Help Error Messages If the message is not listed, see the documentatio n for the operating system or the program that was running at the time the message appeared. T O ACCESS THE D ELL I NSPIRON HELP FILE — 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support . 2 Click User and system guides and click User ’s guides[...]

66 Solving Problems www .dell.com | support.dell.com V ideo and Display Problems If the display is blank NOTE: If you are using a program that re quires a higher resolution than your computer supports, it is recommended that you attac h an external monitor to your computer . A REQUIRED .DLL FILE WAS NOT FOUND — The program that you are trying to [...]

Solving Problems 67 If the display is difficult to read C ONNECT THE COMPUTER DIRECTLY TO AN ELECTRICAL OUTLET — Bypass power protection devices, power strips, an d the extension cable to verify that the computer turns on. T o access the help fi le, see "Accessing Help" on page 65. A DJUST THE P OWER P ROPERTIES — Search for the keywo[...]

68 Solving Problems www .dell.com | support.dell.com If only part of the display is readable Scanner Problems NOTE: If you can connect to your Interne t service provider (ISP), your modem is functioning properly . If you are sure that your modem is wo rking properly and you still expe rience problems, contact your ISP . Drive Problems NOTE: For inf[...]

Solving Problems 69 E NSURE THAT THE DISK IS NOT WRITE - PROTECTED — Y ou cannot save data to a write-protected disk. See the following figure. T RY ANOTHER FLOPPY DISK — Insert another disk to eliminate the possibility that the original disk is defe ctive. R EINSTALL THE DRIVE — 1 Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and sh[...]

70 Solving Problems www .dell.com | support.dell.com If you have problems with a hard drive PC Card Problems A LLOW THE COMPUTER TO COOL BEFORE TURNING IT ON — A hot hard drive may prevent the operating sy stem from starting. T ry allowing the computer to return to room temperatur e before turning it on. C HECK THE DRIVE FOR ERRORS — 1 Click th[...]

Solving Problems 71 General Program Problems A program crashes NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on a floppy disk or CD. A program stops responding Error messages appear If Y our Computer Gets Wet CAUTION: Perform this procedure only after you are certain that it is safe to do so. If the computer is c[...]

72 Solving Problems www .dell.com | support.dell.com 6 W ipe off the battery and put it in a safe place to dry . 7 Remove the hard drive (see "Replac ing the Har d Drive" on page 86). 8 Remove the memory module(s) (see "Adding Memory" on page 81). 9 Open the display and place the computer right-s ide up across two books or simil[...]

Solving Problems 73 Resolving Other T echnical Problems Drivers What Is a Driver? A driver is a program that controls a device such as a printer , mouse, or keyboar d. All devices requir e a driver program. A driver acts like a translator between the dev ice and the programs that use the device. Each device has its own set of specialized co mmands [...]

74 Solving Problems www .dell.com | support.dell.com Identifying Drivers If you experience a problem with any device, ident ify whether the driver is the source of your problem and, if necessary , update the driver . 1 Click the Start button and click Control P anel . 2 Under Pick a Category , click P erformance and Maintenance . 3 Click System . 4[...]

Solving Problems 75 Manually Reinstalling Drivers for Windows XP NOTE: If you are reinstalling an infrared sensor driver , you must fi rst enable the in frared sensor in the sy stem setup program (see "S y stem Setup Screens" on page 95) before continuing with the driver installation. 1 After copying the requir ed driver files to your har[...]

76 Solving Problems www .dell.com | support.dell.com Creating a Restore Point 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support . 2 Click System Restore . 3 F ollow the instructions on the screen. Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State If problems occur after you install a device d river , use Device Driver Rollback (see page 75) to[...]

Solving Problems 77 Enabling Sy stem Restore If you reinstall W indows XP with less than 200 MB of fr ee hard-disk space available, System Restore is automatically disabled. T o see if System Restore is enabled: 1 Click the Start button and click Control Pa n e l . 2 Click P erformance and Maintenance . 3 Click System . 4 Click the System Restore t[...]

78 Solving Problems www .dell.com | support.dell.com 6 When prompted, click Ye s . The computer restarts. Because the computer is r estored to its original operating state, the screens that appear , such as the End User Li cense Agreement, ar e the same ones that appeared the first time the computer was turned on. 7 Click Next . The System Restore [...]

Solving Problems 79 3 Click the Hardware tab and click Device Manager . 4 In the Device Manager list, check for conflicts with the other devices. Conflicts are indicated by a yellow e xclamation point ( ! ) beside the conflicting device or a red X if the device has been disabled. 5 Double-click any conflict to display the P roperties window . If an[...]

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Adding and Replacing Parts 81 Adding and Replacing Parts Adding Memory Y ou can increase your computer memory by inst alling memory modules on the system board. See "Specifications" on page 89 for information on the memory supported by your computer . Be sure to add only memory modules that ar e intended for your computer . CAUTION: Befor[...]

82 Adding and Replacing Parts www .dell.com | support.dell.com NOTICE: T o prevent damage to the memory module connec tor , do not use tools to spread the inner metal tabs that secure the memory module. 6 If you are r eplacing a memory module, remove the e xisting module. NOTICE: Handle memory modules by the ir edges, and do n ot touch the componen[...]

Adding and Replacing Parts 83 9 Insert the battery into the battery bay , or connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical outlet. 10 T u rn on the computer . As the computer boots, it detects the addition al memory and automatically updates the system configuration information. Adding a Mini PCI Card CAUTION: FCC rules strictly prohibi[...]

84 Adding and Replacing Parts www .dell.com | support.dell.com 6 T urn the computer over , and remove th e scr ew from the Mini PCI card cover . 7 Place your finger under the cover at the inde ntation, and lift and slide the cover open.[...]

Adding and Replacing Parts 85 8 If a Mini PCI card is not alr eady installed, go to step 9. If you are replacing a Mini PCI car d, remove the e xisting card: a Disconnect the Mini PCI card from any attached cables. b Release the Mini PCI card by spr eading the metal securing tabs until the card pops up slightly . c Lift the Mini PCI card out of its[...]

86 Adding and Replacing Parts www .dell.com | support.dell.com Replacing the Hard Drive CAUTION: If you remove the hard dr ive from the computer w hen the drive is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive. CAUTION: Before working inside your computer , read the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide . NOTICE: T o prevent [...]

Adding and Replacing Parts 87 7 T u rn the computer over so that it is upright. NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer , store it in protective antis tatic packaging. See your Product Information Guide for safety instructions. 8 P u ll the hard drive cover out of the computer . 9 Remove the new drive from its packaging. Save the origina[...]

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Appendix 89 Appendix Specifications Microprocessor Microprocessor type Intel ® L1 cache 32 KB (internal) L2 cache: 1.3 GHz to 1.7 GHz 1MB 1.8 GHz and above 2MB External bus frequency 400 MHz, source synchronous processor system bus Sy stem Information Data bus width 64 bits DRAM bus width 64 bits Microprocessor address bus width 32 bits Flash EPRO[...]

90 Appendix www .dell.com | support.dell.com Smart Card NOTE: Depending on your computer ’ s configuration, the smart card slot may not be available. Read/write capabilities reads and writes to all ISO 7816 1/2/3/4 microprocessor cards (T=0, T=1) Cards supported 3 V and 5 V P rogram technology su pported Java cards Interface speed 9600–115,200 [...]

Appendix 91 S-video TV -out 7-pin mini-DIN connector (optional S-video to composite video adapter cable) Mini PCI T ype IIIA Mini PCI card slot Modem RJ-11 port Network adapter RJ-45 port Communications Modem: Ty p e v .92 56K MDC Controller softmodem Interface internal AC’97 bus Network adapter 10/100/1000 Ethernet LAN on system board W ireless [...]

92 Appendix www .dell.com | support.dell.com Interfaces: Internal AC’ 97 External microphone miniconnector , stereo headphones/speak ers miniconnector Speaker two 4-ohm speakers Internal speaker amplifier 2 - W channel into 4 ohms V olume controls keyboar d shortcuts or program menus Display T ype (active-matrix TFT) XGA or SXGA+ Dimensions: Heig[...]

Appendix 93 Keyboard Number of keys 87 (U.S. and Canada); 88 (Europe); 91 (Japan) Key travel 2.7 mm ± 0.3 mm (0.11 inch ± 0.016 inch) Key spacing 19.05 mm ± 0.3 mm (0.75 inch ± 0.012 inch) Layout QWER TY/AZER TY/Kanji T ouch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) 240 cpi Size: Wi d th 64.88-mm (2.55-inch) sensor -active area Height 4[...]

94 Appendix www .dell.com | support.dell.com AC Adapter Input voltage 90–264 V AC Input current (maximum) 1.7 A Input frequency 47–63 Hz Output current 5 .5 A (maximum at 4-second pulse); 4.5 A (continuous) Output power 90 W or 65 W Rated output voltage 19.5 VDC Dimensions: Height 27.94 mm (1.1 inches) Wi d t h 58.42 mm (2.3 inches) Depth 133.8[...]

Appendix 95 Standard Settings NOTICE: Unless you are an expert computer user or are di rected to do so by Dell technical support, do not change the settings for this program. Certain changes might make your computer wo rk incorrectly . Viewing the Sy stem Setup Screens 1 T u rn on (or restart) your computer . 2 When the DELL™ logo appears, press [...]

96 Appendix www .dell.com | support.dell.com The screens display such information as: • System configuration • Boot order • Boot (start-up) configuration and docking-device configuration settings • Basic device configuration settings • Battery charge status • System security and hard-drive passwor d settings Commonly Used Options Certai[...]

Appendix 97 Performing a One-T ime Boot Y ou can set a one-time-only boot sequence withou t entering the system setup program. (Y ou can also use this procedur e to boot the Dell Diagno stics on the diagnostics ut ility partition on your hard drive.) 1 Shut down the computer . 2 Connect the computer to an electrical outlet. 3 T u rn on the computer[...]

98 Appendix www .dell.com | support.dell.com After you enable the infrared sensor , you can use it to establish a link to an infrared device. T o set up and use an infrared device, see the infra r ed device documentation and the W indows Help and Support Center . Dell T echnical Support Policy (U.S. Only) T echnician-assisted technical support requ[...]

Appendix 99 FCC Notices (U.S. Only) Most Dell computers are classified by the F ederal Co mmunications Commission (FCC) as Class B digital devices. T o determine which classi fication applies to yo ur computer , examine all FCC registration labe ls located on the bottom, side, or back panel of your computer , on car d- mounting brackets, and on the[...]

100 Appendix www .dell.com | support.dell.com • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the r eceiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experience d radio/television technician for help. FCC Identification Information The following information is provided on the device or devices covered in this doc[...]

Appendix 101 Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address Area Codes, Local Numbers, and T oll-Free Numbers Anguilla General Support toll-free: 800-335-0031 Antigua and Barbuda General Support 1-800-805-5924 Argentina (Buenos Aires) International Access Code: 00 Country [...]

102 Appendix www .dell.com | support.dell.com Austria (V ienna) International Access Code: 900 Country Code: 43 City Code: 1 W ebsite: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: tech_support_central_europe@dell.com Home/Small Business Sales 0820 240 530 00 Home/Small Business F ax 0820 240 530 49 Home/Small Business Customer Care 0820 240 530 14 P referred Acco[...]

Appendix 103 Brunei Country Code: 673 Customer T echnical Support (P enang, Malaysia) 604 633 4966 Customer Service (P enang, Malaysia) 604 633 4949 T ransaction Sales (P enang, Malaysia) 604 633 4955 Canada (North Y ork, Ontario) International Access Code: 011 Online Order Status: www .dell.ca/ostatus AutoT ech (automated technical support) toll-f[...]

104 Appendix www .dell.com | support.dell.com China (Xiamen) Country Code: 86 City Code: 592 T echnical Support website: support.dell.com.cn T echnical Support E-mail: cn_support@dell.com Customer Care E-mail: customer_cn@dell.com T echnical Support F ax 592 818 1350 T echnical Support (Dell™ Dimension™ and Inspiron) toll-free: 800 858 2969 T e[...]

Appendix 105 Czech Republic (P rague) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 420 W ebsite: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: czech_dell@dell.com T echnical Support 22537 2727 Customer Care 22537 2707 Fa x 22537 2714 T ech F ax 22537 2728 Switchboard 22537 2711 Denmark (Copenhagen) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 45 W ebsite: support.eu[...]

106 Appendix www .dell.com | support.dell.com F rance (P aris) (Montpellier) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 33 City Codes: (1) (4) W ebsite: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: support.euro .dell. com/fr/fr/emaildell/ Home and Small Business T echnical Support for Inspiron XPS computers only 0825 387 129 T echnical Support for all other Dell[...]

Appendix 107 Greece International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 30 W ebsite: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: support.euro .dell.com/gr/en/emaildell/ T echnical Support 00800-44 14 95 18 Gold Service T echnical Support 00800-44 14 00 83 Switchboard 2108129810 Gold Service Switchboard 2108129811 Sales 2108129800 Fa x 2108129812 Grenada General Support [...]

108 Appendix www .dell.com | support.dell.com Ireland (Cherrywood) International Access Code: 16 Country Code: 353 City Code: 1 W ebsite: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: dell_direct_support@dell.com T echnical Support for Inspiron XPS computers only 1850 200 722 T echnical Support for all other Dell computers 1850 543 543 U.K. T echnical Support (dia[...]

Appendix 109 Japan (Kawasaki) International Access Code: 001 Country Code: 81 City Code: 44 W ebsite: support.jp.dell.com T echnical Support (servers) toll-free: 0120-198-498 T echnical Support outside of Japan (servers) 81-44-556-4162 T echnical Support (Dimension and Inspiron) toll-free: 0120-198-226 T echnical Support outside of Japan (Dimension[...]

110 Appendix www .dell.com | support.dell.com Latin America Customer T echnical Support (Austin, T exas, U.S.A.) 512 728-4093 Customer Service (Austin, T exas, U.S.A.) 512 728-3619 F ax (T echnical Support and Customer Service) (Austin, T exas, U.S.A.) 512 728-3883 Sales (Austin, T exas, U.S.A.) 512 728-4397 SalesF ax (Austin, T exas, U.S.A.) 512 7[...]

Appendix 111 Mexico International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 52 Customer T echnical Support 001-877-384-8979 or 001-877-269-3383 Sales 50-81-8800 or 01-800-888-3355 Customer Service 001-877-384-8979 or 001-877-269-3383 Main 50-81-8800 or 01-800-888-3355 Montserrat General Support toll-free: 1-866-278-6822 Netherlands Antilles General Support 001[...]

112 Appendix www .dell.com | support.dell.com Nicaragua General Support 001-800-220-1006 Norway (L ysaker) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 47 W ebsite: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: support.euro .dell.com/no/no/emaildell/ T echnical Support 671 16882 Relational Customer Care 671 17575 Home/Small Business Customer Care 23162298 Switchboa[...]

Appendix 113 Singapore (Singapore) International Access Code: 005 Country Code: 65 W ebsite: support.ap.dell.com T echnical Support (Dimension, Inspiron, and Electronics and Accessories) toll-free: 1800 394 7430 T echnical Support (OptiPlex, Latitude, and Dell P recision) toll-free: 1800 394 7488 T echnical Support (P owerApp, P owerEdge, P owerCon[...]

114 Appendix www .dell.com | support.dell.com Spain (Madrid) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 34 City Code: 91 W ebsite: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: support.euro .dell.com/es/es/emaildell/ Home and Small Business T echnical Support 902 100 130 Customer Care 902 118 540 Sales 902 118 541 Switchboard 902 118 541 Fa x 902 118 539 Corporat[...]

Appendix 115 Ta i w a n International Access Code: 002 Country Code: 886 W ebsite: support.ap.dell.com E-mail: ap_support@dell.com T echnical Support (OptiPlex, Latitude, Inspiron, Dimension, and Electronics and Accessories) toll-free: 00801 86 1011 T echnical Support (P owerApp, P owerEdge, P owerConnect, and P owerV ault) toll-free: 00801 60 1256[...]

116 Appendix www .dell.com | support.dell.com U.K. (Bracknell) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 44 City Code: 1344 W ebsite: support.euro.dell.com Customer Care website: support.euro .dell.com/uk/en/ECare/F orm/Home.asp E-mail: dell_direct_support@dell.com T echnical Support (Corporate/P referred Accounts/P AD [1000+ employees]) 0870 908[...]

Appendix 117 U.S.A. (Austin, T exas) International Access Code: 011 Country Code: 1 Automated Or der-Status Service toll-free: 1-800-433-9014 AutoT ech (portable and desktop computers) toll-free: 1-800-247-9362 Consumer (Home and Home Office) T echnical Support toll-free: 1-800-624-9896 Customer Service toll-free: 1-800-624-9897 DellNet™ Service [...]

118 Appendix www .dell.com | support.dell.com[...]

Index 119 Index A air vents d e s c r i p t i o n , 12, 18 s y s t e m v i e w , 12, 18 audio connectors description, 1 3 system view , 1 3 B battery charge gauge, 3 0 charging, 3 2 checking the charge, 3 0 description, 1 9 health gauge, 3 1 installing, 3 3 low-battery warning, 3 1 performance, 2 9 power meter , 3 0 removing, 3 2 storing, 3 5 syste[...]

120 Index 120 Index H hard drive d e s c r i p t i o n , 14, 19 preventing damage, 8 7 replacing, 8 6 s y s t e m v i e w , 14, 19 hardwar e drivers, 7 3 Hardwar e T roubleshooter , 78 help file accessing, 6 5 I infrared sensor description, 1 3 system view , 1 3 Internet connection about, 2 1 options, 2 1 setting up, 2 1 IR sensor See infrared sens[...]

Index 121 problems restor e to previous state, 7 5 programs crashes, 7 1 fixing problems, 7 1 not responding, 7 1 R reinstalling drivers, 7 4 W indows XP , 7 5 Restoring, 75 S security cable slot description, 1 4 system view , 1 4 serial connector description, 1 7 system view , 1 7 shutting down your computer , 27 smart card slot description, 1 3 s[...]

122 Index 122 Index[...]