Reference Guide
Table Of Contents
- Contents
- Finding Information
- Microsoft Windows Desktop
- Monitors and Displays
- Navigation Devices (Mouse, Keyboard, Touch Pad)
- Printers-Settings and Drivers
- Drives and Media
- Shutting Down Your Computer
- Windows Vista®
- Windows® XP
- Shutdown States
- Docking and Undocking Your Laptop Computer
- Shutting Down Your Computer When it Fails to Shut Down Normally
- Shutting Down a Computer When it Stops Responding and Displays a Solid Blue Screen
- Starting Your Computer in Safe Mode
- Restarting Your Computer After a Power Loss
- Files and Folders
- Managing Applications (Programs)
- Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security)
- Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries)
- Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband)
- Overview
- Local Area Networks (LAN)
- Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN)
- Ad Hoc Networks
- Mobile Broadband (or Wireless Wide Area Network) Networks
- WiMAX
- WPAN
- Managing Your Network
- Locating Networks With the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator
- Managing Networked Computers With Intel® Active Management Technology
- Accessing the Internet
- Overview
- Setting up Your Internet Connection
- Troubleshooting Problems Connecting to the Internet
- Web Browser Settings
- Internet Security and Privacy
- Controlling Pop-ups
- Controlling Unwanted Toolbars
- Content Advisory/Parental Controls
- Bookmarking Favorite Websites
- Searching for Information on the Internet
- Changing the Internet Communications Protocol (TCP/IP) Settings
- Printing a Web Page
- Freeing up Space and Protecting Your Computer
- Maintaining Privacy by Blocking and Deleting Cookies
- Multimedia (CDs/DVDs, 5.1 Audio, MP3s, TVs, Digital Cameras, and Projectors)
- Overview
- CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Disc™ Media
- 5.1 Audio
- Laptop Media Devices (MP3 Players)
- Playing Media Using the Dell Travel Remote
- Adjusting the Volume on Your Computer
- Enabling S/PDIF Digital Audio Through the Media Software
- Enabling S/PDIF Digital Audio in the Windows Audio Driver
- Setting up the Cyberlink (CL) Headphones
- Using a Digital Camera With Your Computer
- Using Windows Media Player
- Connecting Your Computer to a TV and Adjusting Display Settings
- Accessing a TV With Your Computer Using a TV Tuner Card
- Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device
- Physically Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device
- Performing the Basic Connection Steps
- Selecting the Correct Input Signal From the TV Menu
- Evaluating Suggested Connection Configurations
- Enabling the Display View for the Computer and the TV
- Configuring Display Settings
- Adjusting Display Settings With the Vendor Video Card Control Panel
- Using the Wizards
- Troubleshooting Display Settings
- Security and Privacy
- Protecting Your Computer-Using Administrator Rights, User Groups, and Passwords
- Smart Cards
- Fingerprint Readers
- Facial Recognition Software
- Using a Firewall to Secure Your Computer
- Encrypting Files and Folders
- Using Antivirus Software
- Maintaining Security When Using a Public Wireless Network
- Reducing the Risk of Getting Computer Viruses
- Dealing With Cookies
- Avoiding Spyware and Malware
- Microsoft®Windows® XP Pro Remote Desktop
- Restoring Your Operating System
- Troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting Tools
- Solving Problems
- Battery Problems
- Drive Problems
- Optical Drive Problems
- E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
- Error Messages
- IEEE 1394 Device Problems
- Keyboard Problems for External Keyboards
- Lockups and Software Problems
- Memory Problems
- Mouse Problems
- Network Problems
- Power Problems
- Printer Problems
- Scanner Problems
- Sound and Speaker Problems
- Touch Pad or Mouse Problems for Laptop Computers
- Video and Monitor Problems
- Power Lights
- Dell Technical Update Service
- System Setup
- Ports
- Getting Help
- Glossary
Troubleshooting 277
(VALUE)—See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292.
M
EMORY DOUBLE WORD LOGIC FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING
(
VALUE)—See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292.
M
EMORY ODD/EVEN LOGIC FAILURE AT (ADDRESS) READ VALUE EXPECTING
(
VALUE)—See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292.
M
EMORY WRITE/READ FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING
(
VALUE)—See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 292.
M
EMORY SIZE IN CMOS INVALID — See "Lockups and Software Problems" on
page 292.
N
O BOOT DEVICE AVAILABLE – STRIKE F1 TO RETRY BOOT, F2 FOR SETUP UTILITY.
PRESS F5 TO RUN ONBOARD DIAGNOSTICS —The system cannot detect a bootable
device or partition.
• If the optical drive is your boot device, ensure that the cables are connected and that
a bootable optical media is in the drive.
• If the hard drive is your boot device, ensure that the drive is installed properly and
partitioned as a boot device.
• Enter the system setup program and ensure that the boot sequence information is
correct (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 308).
NO BOOT SECTOR ON HARD-DISK DRIVE — Enter the system setup program and
ensure that the configuration information for the hard drive is correct (see
"Entering
the System Setup Program
" on page 308).
N
O TIMER TICK INTERRUPT — Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Running the Dell
Diagnostics" on page 281).
P
OWER WARNING MESSAGES HAVE BEEN DISABLED. RUN THE SETUP UTILITY TO
ENABLE THESE MESSAGES.—See
"Entering the System Setup Program
" on
page 308.
READ FAILURE ON INTERNAL HARD DRIVE — See "Drive Problems" on page 287.
R
EAD FAILURE ON SECOND INTERNAL HARD DRIVE — This message applies to
notebook computers that support multiple hard drives. See "Drive Problems" on
page 287.
RTC
MODE FIXED – TIME AND DATE MAY BE WRONG — Enter the system setup
program and correct the date or time (see
"Entering the System Setup Program
" on
page 308). If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery.
S
HUTDOWN FAILURE — Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Running the Dell
Diagnostics" on page 281).
T
IME-OF-DAY CLOCK STOPPED – PLEASE RUN THE SYSTEM SETUP