Dell PP04S - Manuals

C o n t e n t s 7 Drive Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 If you cannot save a file to a floppy drive . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 PC Card Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 General Program Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88...

C A U T I O N : S a f e t y I n s t r u c t i o n s 9 CAUTION: Safety Instructions Use the following safety guidelines to help ensure your own personal safety and to help protect your computer and working environment from potential damage. General • Do not attempt to service the computer yourself un...

10 C A U T I O N : S a f e t y I n s t r u c t i o n s www .dell.com | support.dell.com • To help avoid the potential hazard of electric shock, do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform maintenance or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm. Do not use your computer durin...

C A U T I O N : S a f e t y I n s t r u c t i o n s 11 • Be sure that nothing rests on your AC adapter’s power cable and that the cable is not located where it can be tripped over or stepped on. • If you are using a multiple-outlet power strip, use caution when plugging the AC adapter’s power cable ...

12 C A U T I O N : S a f e t y I n s t r u c t i o n s www .dell.com | support.dell.com Air Travel • Certain Federal Aviation Administration regulations and/or airline-specific restrictions may apply to the operation of your Dell computer while you are on board an aircraft. For example, such regulat...

W h e n U s i n g Yo u r C o m p u t e r 13 When Using Your Computer Observe the following safe-handling guidelines to prevent damage to your computer: • When setting up the computer for work, place it on a level surface.• When traveling, do not check the computer as baggage. You can put your comput...

14 W h e n U s i n g Yo u r C o m p u t e r www .dell.com | support.dell.com • Clean the display with a soft, clean cloth and water. Apply the water to the cloth; then stroke the cloth across the display in one direction, moving from the top of the display to the bottom. Remove moisture from the dis...

W h e n U s i n g Yo u r C o m p u t e r 15 NOTICE: Wait 5 seconds after turning off the computer before disconnecting a device or removing a memory module, Mini PCI card, or modem to help prevent possible damage to the system board. 1 Shut down your computer and turn off any attached devices. 2 Dis...

16 W h e n U s i n g Yo u r C o m p u t e r www .dell.com | support.dell.com Battery Disposal Your computer uses a lithium-ion battery and a reserve battery. For instructions about replacing the lithium-ion battery in your computer, refer to "Using a Battery" on page 43. The reserve battery ...

F i n d i n g I n f o r m a t i o n f o r Yo u r C o m p u t e r 17 Finding Information for Your Computer What are you looking for? Find It Here • A diagnostic program for my computer • Drivers for my computer • My computer documentation• My device documentation D r i v e r s a n d U t i l i t i e s...

1 S E C T I O N 1 A To u r o f Yo u r C o m p u t e r Front ViewLeft Side ViewRight Side ViewBack ViewBottom View

20 A To u r o f Yo u r C o m p u t e r www .dell.com | support.dell.com Front View D I S P L A Y L A T C H — Keeps the display closed. D I S P L A Y — For more information on using your color display, see "Using the Display" in the Dell Inspiron Help file. To access help, see "Finding In...

24 A To u r o f Yo u r C o m p u t e r www .dell.com | support.dell.com Left Side View M O D E M C O N N E C T O R ( O P T I O N A L ) If you ordered the optional internal modem, connect the telephone line to the modem connector.For information on using the modem, see the online modem documentation ...

28 A To u r o f Yo u r C o m p u t e r www .dell.com | support.dell.com P C C A R D S L O T — The PC Card slot supports one PC Card, such as a modem or network adapter. The computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the slot. For more information, see the Dell Inspiron Help file. To access hel...

30 A To u r o f Yo u r C o m p u t e r www .dell.com | support.dell.com Back View S E C U R I T Y C A B L E S L O T — Lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device to the computer. Instructions for installing antitheft devices are usually included with the device. NOTICE: Before you buy ...

A To u r o f Yo u r C o m p u t e r 31 Bottom View B A T T E R Y L A T C H R E L E A S E — Releases the battery. See "Removing a Battery" on page 47 for instructions. B A T T E R Y C H A R G E G A U G E — Provides information on the battery charge. See "Charging the Battery" on page ...

2 S E C T I O N 2 S e t t i n g U p Yo u r C o m p u t e r Connecting to the InternetModem and Internet Connection ProblemsE-Mail ProblemsTransferring Information to a New ComputerSetting Up a PrinterPrinter ProblemsPower Protection DevicesTurning Off Your Computer

34 S e t t i n g U p Yo u r C o m p u t e r www .dell.com | support.dell.com Connecting to the Internet NOTE: ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country. To connect to the Internet, you need a modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP), such as AOL or MSN. Your ISP will offer one...

S e t t i n g U p Yo u r C o m p u t e r 35 • If you have already obtained setup information from your ISP but you did not receive a setup CD, click Set up my connection manually . • If you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISP . 5 Click Next . If you selected Set up my connection manually ,...

36 S e t t i n g U p Yo u r C o m p u t e r www .dell.com | support.dell.com I R R E G U L A R D I A L T O N E — If you have voice mail service, you might hear an irregular dial tone when you have messages. Contact your telephone company for instructions on restoring a dial tone. T U R N O F F C A L...

38 S e t t i n g U p Yo u r C o m p u t e r www .dell.com | support.dell.com Setting Up a Printer NOTICE: Complete the operating system setup before you connect a printer to the computer. See the documentation that came with the printer for setup information, including how to: • Obtain and install u...

S e t t i n g U p Yo u r C o m p u t e r 39 3 Attach the USB printer cable to the USB connectors on the computer and the printer. The USB connectors fit only one way. Printer Problems C H E C K T H E P R I N T E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I O N S — Ensure that the printer cable is properly connected ...

40 S e t t i n g U p Yo u r C o m p u t e r www .dell.com | support.dell.com Power Protection Devices Several devices are available to protect against power fluctuations and failures: • Surge protectors• Line conditioners• Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) Surge Protectors Surge protectors and po...

S e t t i n g U p Yo u r C o m p u t e r 41 A UPS protects against power fluctuations and interruptions. UPS devices contain a battery that provides temporary power to connected devices when AC power is interrupted. The battery charges while AC power is available. See the UPS manufacturer documentat...

3 S E C T I O N 3 U s i n g a B a t t e r y Battery PerformanceCharge GaugeCharging the BatteryRemoving a BatteryInstalling a BatteryStoring a BatteryPower Problems

44 U s i n g a B a t t e r y www .dell.com | support.dell.com Battery Performance NOTE: Batteries for portable computers are covered only during the initial one-year period of the limited warranty for your computer. For more information about the Dell warranty for your computer, see "Limited War...

U s i n g a B a t t e r y 45 CAUTION: Do not dispose of batteries with household waste. When your batter y no longer holds a charge, call your local waste disposal or environmental agency for advice on disposing of a lithium-ion batter y. See "Batter y Disposal" on page 16. CAUTION: Misuse o...

46 U s i n g a B a t t e r y www .dell.com | support.dell.com Microsoft ® Windows ® Power Meter The Windows Power Meter indicates the remaining battery charge. To check the Power Meter, double-click the icon on the taskbar. For more information about the Power Meter tab, see "Power Management...

U s i n g a B a t t e r y 47 A low-battery warning occurs when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. The computer beeps once, indicating that minimal battery operating time remains. During that time, the speaker beeps periodically. If two batteries are installed, the low-battery w...

48 U s i n g a B a t t e r y www .dell.com | support.dell.com 1 Ensure that the computer is turned off, suspended in a power management mode, or connected to an electrical outlet. 2 If the computer is connected to a media base (docked), undock it. See the documentation that came with your media base...

U s i n g a B a t t e r y 49 Installing the Optional Extended Battery Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you store your computer for an extended period of time. A battery discharges during prolonged storage. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully before you use it. See "C...

4 S E C T I O N 4 U s i n g t h e D e l l ™ D / B a y About the Dell D/BayRemoving and Installing Devices When the Computer Is Turned Off Removing and Installing Devices While the Computer Is Running

52 U s i n g t h e D e l l ™ D / B a y www .dell.com | support.dell.com About the Dell D/Bay You can install Dell D-Family devices, such as a floppy drive or an optical drive, into the Dell D/Bay. Removing and Installing Devices When the Computer Is Turned Off NOTICE: To prevent damage to devices, p...

U s i n g t h e D e l l ™ D / B a y 53 3 Insert the new device into the bay, push the device until it clicks, and push the device latch release in so that it is flush with the bay. 4 Connect the D/Bay cable to the Dell D/Bay connector on the computer. Removing and Installing Devices While the Comput...

5 S E C T I O N 5 U s i n g t h e K e y b o a r d a n d To u c h P a d Numeric KeypadKeyboard ShortcutsTouch PadTouch Pad or Mouse ProblemsExternal Keyboard ProblemsUnexpected Characters

56 U s i n g t h e K e y b o a r d a n d To u c h Pa d www .dell.com | support.dell.com Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on an external keyboard. Each key on the keypad has multiple functions. • To enable the numbers lock (Num Lk) keypad, hold down <Fn> and p...

58 U s i n g t h e K e y b o a r d a n d To u c h Pa d www .dell.com | support.dell.com Speaker Functions Microsoft ® Windows ® Logo Key Functions To adjust keyboard operation, such as the character repeat rate, open the Control Panel, click Printers and Other Hardware , and click Keyboard . Increas...

U s i n g t h e K e y b o a r d a n d To u c h Pa d 59 Touch Pad The touch pad detects the pressure and movement of your finger to allow you to move the cursor on the display. Use the touch pad and touch pad buttons as you would use a mouse. • To move the cursor, lightly slide your finger over the t...

60 U s i n g t h e K e y b o a r d a n d To u c h Pa d www .dell.com | support.dell.com Customizing the Touch Pad You can use the Mouse Properties window to disable the touch pad or adjust their settings. 1 Click the Start button, click Control Panel , click Printers and Other Hardware , and then cl...

U s i n g t h e K e y b o a r d a n d To u c h Pa d 61 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 1 Turn off the computer, wait 1 minute, and turn it on again. 2 Verify that the numbers...

6 S E C T I O N 6 U s i n g C D s , D V D s , a n d O t h e r M u l t i m e d i a Using CDs and DVDsCD or DVD ProblemsSound and Speaker ProblemsCopying CDs and DVDs

64 U s i n g C D s , D V D s , a n d O t h e r M u l t i m e d i a www .dell.com | support.dell.com Using CDs and DVDs For information about using CDs and DVDs in your computer, see the Dell Inspiron Help file. To access help, see "Finding Information for Your Computer" on page 17. NOTE: The...

U s i n g C D s , D V D s , a n d O t h e r M u l t i m e d i a 65 If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, or DVD drive tray 1 Ensure that the computer is turned off. 2 Straighten a paper clip and insert one end into the eject hole at the front of the drive; push firmly until the tray is partially ejecte...

66 U s i n g C D s , D V D s , a n d O t h e r M u l t i m e d i a www .dell.com | support.dell.com T E S T T H E E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T — Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. E N S U R E T H A T T H E S P E A K E R S A R E T U R N ...

U s i n g C D s , D V D s , a n d O t h e r M u l t i m e d i a 67 4 To copy the CD or DVD:• If you have one CD or DVD drive , ensure that the settings are correct and click Copy . The computer reads your source CD or DVD and copies it to a temporary folder on your computer hard drive.When prompted,...

7 S E C T I O N 7 S e t t i n g U p a H o m e a n d O f f i c e N e t w o r k Connecting to a Network AdapterNetwork Setup WizardNetwork ProblemsConnecting to a Wireless Local Area Network

70 S e t t i n g U p a H o m e a n d O f f i c e N e t w o r k www .dell.com | support.dell.com Connecting to a Network Adapter Before you connect your computer to a network, the computer must have a network adapter installed and a network cable connected to it. To connect a network cable: 1 Connect...

S e t t i n g U p a H o m e a n d O f f i c e N e t w o r k 71 Network Setup Wizard The Microsoft ® Windows ® XP operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide you through the process of sharing files, printers, or an Internet connection between computers in a home or small office. 1 Clic...

72 S e t t i n g U p a H o m e a n d O f f i c e N e t w o r k www .dell.com | support.dell.com Determining Your Network Type NOTE: Most wireless networks are of the infrastructure type. Consult your network administrator if you are unsure of the type of network you are connecting to. Wireless netwo...

S e t t i n g U p a H o m e a n d O f f i c e N e t w o r k 73 4 Under Network Tasks in the left-hand pane, click Change settings of this connection . The Wireless Network Connection Properties window appears. 5 Select the Wireless Networks tab. NOTE: The names of wireless networks that your compute...

74 S e t t i n g U p a H o m e a n d O f f i c e N e t w o r k www .dell.com | support.dell.com 6 Click Add . The Wireless network properties window appears. 7 Enter the name of your network in the Network name (SSID) field. 8 If you are connecting to an ad-hoc network, which does not use any router...

S e t t i n g U p a H o m e a n d O f f i c e N e t w o r k 75 9 Click OK . Your new network name appears in the Preferred networks area.

76 S e t t i n g U p a H o m e a n d O f f i c e N e t w o r k www .dell.com | support.dell.com Finalizing Your Network Connection (Security Settings) To finalize your connection, you must change your wireless security settings to match the wireless network you are trying to connect to. Choose one o...

S e t t i n g U p a H o m e a n d O f f i c e N e t w o r k 77 3 From the Network Authentication drop-down menu, select your network authentication type (as provided by the network administrator).If you do not see the drop-down menu, you must update your wireless software before continuing. Download...

78 S e t t i n g U p a H o m e a n d O f f i c e N e t w o r k www .dell.com | support.dell.com Connecting to a Network With Wired Equivalent Protocol (WEP) Security Requirements 1 In the Preferred networks section, click the name of your wireless network. 2 Click Properties . 3 From the Network Aut...

8 S E C T I O N 8 S o l v i n g P r o b l e m s Error MessagesVideo and Display ProblemsScanner ProblemsDrive ProblemsPC Card ProblemsGeneral Program ProblemsResolving Other Technical ProblemsIf Your Computer Gets WetIf You Drop or Damage Your ComputerDriversResolving Software and Hardware Incompati...

82 S o l v i n g P r o b l e m s www .dell.com | support.dell.com Error Messages If the message is not listed, see the documentation for the operating system or the program that was running at the time the message appeared. T H E F I L E B E I N G C O P I E D I S T O O L A R G E F O R T H E D E S T ...

S o l v i n g P r o b l e m s 83 Video and Display Problems If the display is blank NOTE: If you are using a program that requires a higher resolution than your computer supports, Dell recommends that you attach an external monitor to your computer. C H E C K T H E L I G H T — When the light is on, ...

84 S o l v i n g P r o b l e m s www .dell.com | support.dell.com If the display is difficult to read If only part of the display is readable A D J U S T T H E B R I G H T N E S S — See "Using the Display" in the Dell Inspiron Help file for instructions on adjusting the brightness. To access...

S o l v i n g P r o b l e m s 85 Scanner Problems C H E C K T H E P O W E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I O N — Ensure that the scanner power cable is firmly connected to a working electrical power source and that the scanner is turned on. C H E C K T H E S C A N N E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I O N — En...

86 S o l v i n g P r o b l e m s www .dell.com | support.dell.com Drive Problems NOTE: For information on saving files to a floppy disk, see "Working With Files" in the Dell Inspiron Help file. To access help, see "Finding Information for Your Computer" on page 17. If you cannot save...

S o l v i n g P r o b l e m s 87 PC Card Problems T R Y A N O T H E R F L O P P Y D I S K — Insert another disk to eliminate the possibility that the original disk is defective. R E I N S T A L L T H E F L O P P Y D R I V E 1 Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the c...

88 S o l v i n g P r o b l e m s www .dell.com | support.dell.com 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 A solid blue screen appears Error messages appear S E E T ...

S o l v i n g P r o b l e m s 89 Resolving Other Technical Problems If Your Computer Gets Wet CAUTION: Per form this procedure only after you are certain that it is safe to do so. If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, Dell recommends that you turn off AC power at the circuit breaker ...

90 S o l v i n g P r o b l e m s www .dell.com | support.dell.com 8 Open the display and place the computer right-side up across two books or similar props to let air circulate all around it. Let the computer dry for at least 24 hours in a dry area at room temperature. CAUTION: To help prevent elect...

S o l v i n g P r o b l e m s 91 Drivers What Is a Driver? A driver is a program that controls a device such as a printer, mouse, or keyboard. All devices require a driver program. A driver acts like a translator between the device and any other programs that use the device. Each device has its own ...

92 S o l v i n g P r o b l e m s www .dell.com | support.dell.com Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your Drivers and Utilities CD provide approved drivers for Dell™ computers. If you install drivers obtained from other sources, your computer ...

94 S o l v i n g P r o b l e m s www .dell.com | support.dell.com Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities IRQ conflicts occur if a device either is not detected during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly configured. To check for IRQ conflicts on your computer: 1 Click...

S o l v i n g P r o b l e m s 95 Using Microsoft ® Windows ® XP System Restore The Microsoft Windows XP operating system provides System Restore to allow you to return your computer to an earlier operating state (without affecting data files) if changes to the hardware, software, or other system set...

96 S o l v i n g P r o b l e m s www .dell.com | support.dell.com 4 Select a restore point and click Next . If a calendar date has only one restore point, then that restore point is automatically selected. If two or more restore points are available, click the restore point that you prefer. 5 Click ...

S o l v i n g P r o b l e m s 97 Reinstalling Microsoft ® Windows ® XP Before You Begin If you are considering reinstalling the Windows XP operating system to correct a problem with a newly installed driver, first try using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolv...

9 S E C T I O N 9 A d d i n g a n d R e p l a c i n g P a r t s Before You Add or Replace PartsAdding MemoryAdding a Mini PCI CardAdding a Modem

102 A d d i n g a n d Re p l a c i n g Pa r t s www .dell.com | support.dell.com Before You Add or Replace Parts CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety instructions on page 9. 1 Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent scratching the computer cover. 2 Save and...

106 A d d i n g a n d Re p l a c i n g Pa r t s www .dell.com | support.dell.com 10 Replace the cover. NOTICE: If the cover is difficult to close, remove the module and reinstall it. Forcing the cover to close may damage your computer. NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the comput...

A d d i n g a n d Re p l a c i n g Pa r t s 107 Adding a Mini PCI Card If you ordered a Mini PCI card with your computer, the card is already installed. CAUTION: FCC rules strictly prohibit users from installing 5- GHz (802.11a, 802.11a/b, 802.11a/b/g) Wireless LAN Mini PCI cards. Under no circumsta...

112 A d d i n g a n d Re p l a c i n g Pa r t s www .dell.com | support.dell.com 10 Connect the antenna cable to the antenna connector on the Mini PCI card. NOTICE: The connectors are keyed for correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the connectors and realign the card. 11 Lower the Mini PC...

10 S E C T I O N 1 0 A p p e n d i x SpecificationsUsing the System Setup ProgramEnabling the Infrared SensorDell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)Contacting DellRegulatory NoticesLimited Warranties and Return Policy

116 A p p e n d i x www .dell.com | support.dell.com Specifications Microprocessor Microprocessor types Intel ® Mobile Pentium ® L1 cache 32 KB (internal) L2 cache 1 MB External bus frequency 400 MHz System Information System chip set Intel 855GM Data bus width 64 bits DRAM bus width 64 bits Micropr...

122 A p p e n d i x www .dell.com | support.dell.com Using the System Setup Program Overview NOTE: Your operating system may automatically configure most of the options available in the system setup program, thus overriding options that you set through the system setup program. (An exception is the ...

A p p e n d i x 123 • Basic device configuration settings• System security and hard-drive password settings NOTICE: Unless you are an expert computer user or are directed to do so by Dell technical support, do not change the settings for the system setup program. Certain changes might make your comp...

A p p e n d i x 125 4 Turn on the computer. When the DELL logo appears, press <F12> immediately. If you wait too long and the Windows logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Windows desktop. Then shut down your computer and try again. 5 When the boot device list appears, highlight the...

126 A p p e n d i x www .dell.com | support.dell.com 4 Press <Esc>, <Enter> and Yes to save the changes and exit the system setup program. If you are prompted to restart your computer, press <Enter>. After you enable the infrared sensor, you can use it to establish a link to an inf...

A p p e n d i x 127 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals Third-party software and peripherals include any peripheral, accessory, or software program sold by Dell not under the Dell brand (printers, scanners, cameras, games, and so on). Support for all third-party software and...

144 A p p e n d i x www .dell.com | support.dell.com Regulatory Notices Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) is any signal or emission, radiated in free space or conducted along power or signal leads, that endangers the functioning of a radio navigation or other safety service or seriously degrades, o...

146 A p p e n d i x www .dell.com | support.dell.com Limited Warranties and Return Policy Dell-branded hardware products purchased in the U.S. or Canada come with either a 90-day, 1-year, 2-year, 3-year, or 4-year limited warranty. To determine which warranty came with your hardware product(s), see ...

A p p e n d i x 153 "Total Satisfaction" Return Policy (Canada Only) If you are an end-user customer who bought new products directly from Dell, you may return them to Dell up to 30 days after you receive them for a refund or credit of the product purchase price. If you are an end-user custo...

154 A p p e n d i x www .dell.com | support.dell.com Return Policy If you are an end-user customer who bought Dell Software and Peripherals products directly from a Dell company, you may return Dell Software and Peripherals products that are in as-new condition to Dell up to 30 days from the date on...

156 A p p e n d i x www .dell.com | support.dell.com Intel ® Warranty Statement for Pentium ® and Celeron ® Processors Only (U.S. and Canada Only) Intel’s Three Year Limited Warranty Limited WarrantyIntel warrants that its family of Pentium ® and Celeron ® processors, if properly used and installed,...

I n d e x 159 I n d e x B battery charging, 47checking the charge, 45performance, 44power meter, 46removing, 47 C CD-RW drive fixing problems, 65 characters unexpected, 61 computer crashes, 88restore to previous state, 95specifications, 116 conflicts resolving software and hardware incompatibilities...