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 279
THE RECOMMENDED XXX-W AC ADAPTER ORIGINALLY SHIPPED. THIS WILL
INCREASE THE TIME TO CHARGE THE BATTERY. THEY SYSTEM WILL ADJUST THE
PERFORMANCE TO MATCH THE POWER AVAILABLE. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W
AC
ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST PERFORMANCE. STRIKE THE F3 KEY (BEFORE
THE F1 OR F2 KEY) IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO SEE POWER WARNING MESSAGES
AGAIN. STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO CONTINUE, F2 TO RUN THE SETUP UTILITY.—
Connect the correct AC adapter to the computer or docking station.
WARNING: T
HE PRIMARY BATTERY CANNOT BE IDENTIFIED. THIS SYSTEM WILL BE
UNABLE TO CHARGE BATTERIES UNTIL THIS BATTERY IS REMOVED.—For
computers with two batteries installed, the primary battery may be installed
incorrectly, or the battery or system board may be defective.
WARNING: T
HE SECOND BATTERY CANNOT BE IDENTIFIED. THIS SYSTEM WILL BE
UNABLE TO CHARGE BATTERIES UNTIL THIS BATTERY IS REMOVED.—For
computers with two batteries installed, the secondary battery may be installed
incorrectly, or the battery or system board may be defective.
WARNING: T
HE BATTERIES CANNOT BE IDENTIFIED. THIS SYSTEM WILL BE
UNABLE TO CHARGE BATTERIES UNTIL THIS BATTERY IS REMOVED.—For
computers with two batteries installed, one or more of the batteries may be installed
incorrectly, or the batteries or system board may be defective.
WARNING: T
HE BATTERY CANNOT BE IDENTIFIED. THIS SYSTEM WILL BE UNABLE
TO CHARGE THIS BATTERY.— The battery may be installed incorrectly, or the
battery or system board may be defective.
WARNING: THE BATTERY ATTACHED CANNOT POWER THE SYSTEM. THE SYSTEM
WILL NOT BOOT WITH THIS BATTERY PLUGGED IN. PRESS F1 TO SHUTDOWN THE
SYSTEM.
WARNING! B
ATTERY IS CRITICALLY LOW. HIT F1 TO CONTINUE.
WARNING: T
HE TPM COULD NOT BE INITIALIZED — System board failure may
have occurred. Contact Dell for assistance (see
"Contacting Dell
" on page 337).
W
ARNING MESSAGES HAVE BEEN DISABLED. RUN THE SETUP UTILITY TO ENABLE
THESE MESSAGES.—See "System Setup" on page 307.
WARNING: D
ELL’S DISK MONITORING SYSTEM HAS DETECTED THAT DRIVE [0/1]
ON THE [PRIMARY/SECONDARY] EIDE CONTROLLER IS OPERATING OUTSIDE OF
NORMAL SPECIFICATIONS. IT IS ADVISABLE TO IMMEDIATELY BACK UP YOUR DATA
AND REPLACE YOUR HARD DRIVE BY CALLING YOUR SUPPORT DESK OR
DELL.—Contact Dell for assistance (see
"Contacting Dell
" on page 337).
Y
OUR POWER ADAPTER DOES NOT SUPPLY ENOUGH POWER TO RUN THE ATTACHED
DOCKING STATION. EITHER UNDOCK OR INSERT AN APPROPRIATE ADAPTER. STRIKE
THE F1 KEY TO SHUTDOWN.—Connect the correct AC adapter.