Dell XPS PP03X- User Manual

¡   Memory Stick Duo ¡   Memory Stick Pro Duo   compact flash card reader — Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, and videos stored on a media memory card. The media memory card reader reads the following digital media memory cards: ¡   Compact Flash Type I ¡   ...

  audio/IR blaster adapter connector   AC adapter connector — Connects an AC adapter to the computer. The AC adapter converts AC power to the DC power required by the computer. You can connect the AC adapter with your computer turned either on or off.     air vents (3) — The computer uses an interna...

Back to Contents Page   Appendix Dell™ XPS™ M2010 Owner's Manual    Caution Regarding Safety and Bluetooth devices    Cleaning Your Computer    Macrovision Product Notice    FCC Notice (U.S. Only)   Caution Regarding Safety and Bluetooth devices The Dell™ Bluetooth®  Module, like other radio devices...

CD, DVD, and BD Media If you notice problems, such as skipping, with the playback quality of your media, try cleaning the discs.   1. Hold the disc by its outer edge. You can also touch the inside edge of the center hole.   2. With a soft, lint-free cloth, gently wipe the bottom of the disc (the unl...

Back to Contents Page   Using a Battery Dell™ XPS™ M2010 Owner's Manual    Replacing the Battery    Battery Performance    Checking the Battery Charge    Charging the Battery    Conserving Battery Power    Storing a Battery    Power Management Modes    Configuring Power Management Settings   Replaci...

  5. Close the battery access door by pushing it down with your finger.   Removing the Battery   1. Ensure that the computer is turned off.   2. Slide the battery latch release on the bottom of the computer in the direction of the #1 arrow. The battery access door will pop up.   3. Using your thumbs...

  Battery Performance For optimal computer performance and to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your Dell portable computer with the main battery installed at all times. One battery is supplied as standard equipment. Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions. Battery operati...

The Microsoft Windows Power Meter indicates the remaining battery charge. To check the Power Meter, double-click the icon on the taskbar. If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, a icon appears.   Charge Gauge By either pressing once or pressing and holding the status button on the char...

l   Use the Power Management Wizard or the Power Options Properties window to select options to optimize your computer's power usage. These options can also be set to change when you press the power button, close the display, or press <Fn><Esc>.   Storing a Battery Remove the computer ba...

Back to Contents Page   Using Cards Dell™ XPS™ M2010 Owner's Manual    Supported Cards    Extended Cards    Installing a Media Memory Card or ExpressCard    Removing a Card   Supported Cards Your computer has two slots for memory storage media that provides a fast and convenient way to view and shar...

Back to Contents Page   Using the Display Dell™ XPS™ M2010 Owner's Manual    Opening the Display Panel    Closing the Display Panel    Adjusting the Display Panel    Adjusting Brightness    Switching the Video Image    Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate    Dual Independent Display Mode    S...

  Adjusting Brightness When a Dell™ computer is running on battery power, you can conserve power by setting the brightness to the lowest comfortable setting by pressing <Fn>  and the up- or down-arrow key on the keyboard. You can press the following keys to adjust display brightness: l   Press...

  Dual Independent Display Mode You can attach an external monitor or projector to your computer and use it as an extension of your display (known as "dual independent display" or "extended desktop" mode). This mode allows you to use both screens independently and drag objects from o...

Back to Contents Page   Finding Information Dell™ XPS™ M2010 Owner's Manual NOTE: Some features or media may be optional and may not ship with your computer. Some features or media may not be available in certain countries. NOTE: Additional information may ship with your computer.   What Are You Loo...

Back to Contents Page   Glossary Dell™ XPS™ M2010 Owner's Manual Terms in this Glossary are provided for informational purposes only and may or may not describe features included with your particular computer.   A AC — alternating current — The form of electricity that powers your computer when you ...

Back to Contents Page   Obtaining Assistance Dell™ XPS™ M2010 Owner's Manual    Online Services    AutoTech Service    Automated Order-Status Service    Support Service    Problems With Your Order    Product Information    Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit    Before You Call    Contactin...

  Before You Call NOTE: Have your Express Service Code ready when you call. The code helps Dell's automated-support telephone system direct your call more efficiently. Remember to fill out the Diagnostics Checklist (see Diagnostics Checklist ). If possible, turn on your computer before you call Dell...

Back to Contents Page   Using the Keyboard and Mouse Dell™ XPS™ M2010 Owner's Manual    Pairing the Keyboard    Pairing the Mouse    Numeric Keypad    Key Combinations    Touch Pad    Keyboard Battery    Replacing the Keyboard Battery Your computer includes a detachable wireless keyboard and a wirel...

The computer may go through a series of beeps before the pairing occurs.   4. Test the pairing by touching the touchpad to move the cursor to ensure that pairing was successful. If pairing was unsuccessful, repeat these steps as necessary to pair your keyboard with your computer.   Pairing the Mouse...

  2. Power on the mouse by sliding the power switch on the bottom of the mouse to the On position. The red optical sensor lights when the mouse is on.   3. Press the wireless (Bluetooth) connection button on the bottom of the mouse to put the mouse into "discover" mode.   4. Click Next on th...

l   To select an object, lightly tap once on the surface of the touch pad or use your thumb to press the left touch-pad button. l   To select and move (or drag) an object, position the cursor on the object and tap twice on the touch pad. On the second tap, leave your finger on the touch pad and move...

Back to Contents Page   Using Multimedia Dell™ XPS™ M2010 Owner's Manual    Playing Media    Adjusting the Volume    Adjusting the Picture    Copying CD, DVD, and BD Media    Using Dell Media Experience and Dell MediaDirect    Using Your Computer With a TV or Audio Device   Playing Media To play med...

  Adjusting the Volume In addition to using the media control buttons to adjust the volume, you can also adjust the volume in the following way:   1. Click Start ® All Programs ® Accessories ® Entertainment ® Volume Control .   2. Click and drag the bar in the Volume Control column and slide it up o...

  Adjusting the Picture If an error message notifies you that the current resolution and color depth are using too much memory and preventing media playback, adjust the display properties.   1. Click Start ® Control Panel ® Display ® Settings .   2. Under Screen resolution , click and drag the bar t...

BD-Writable Drives   Helpful Tips l   Use Microsoft ®  W i n d o w s ®  Explorer to drag and drop files to a CD-R or CD-RW only after you start Roxio Creator and open a Creator project. l   Do not burn a blank CD-R or CD-RW to its maximum capacity; for example, do not copy a 650-MB file to a blank 6...

  If the computer is turned off or in hibernate mode When your computer is turned off or in hibernate mode, you can press the Dell MediaDirect button to start the computer and automatically launch the Dell MediaDirect application.   Dell MediaDirect and Dell Media Experience Help The Dell media appl...

  1. Click Start ® All Programs ® PowerDVD DX .   2. Click Settings .   3. Click Audio Settings .   4. Click Speaker Environment , and then click Headphones .   5. Click Output Mode and select the CL Headphone option of your preference.   6. Click Dynamic Range Compression and select the most suitab...

Back to Contents Page   Using Networks (LAN or Wireless) Dell™ XPS™ M2010 Owner's Manual    Physically Connecting to a Network or Broadband Modem    Network Setup Wizard    Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN)    Connecting to a WLAN    Mobile Broadband or Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN)    Windows ...

What You Need to Establish a WLAN Connection Before you can set up a WLAN, you need: l   High-speed (broadband) Internet access (such as cable or DSL) l   A broadband modem that is connected and working l   A wireless router or access point l   A wireless network card for each computer that you want...

  8. Insert a network cable into the network (RJ-45) connector on the unpowered broadband modem.   9. Connect the other end of the network cable into the Internet network (RJ-45) connector on the unpowered wireless router.   10. Ensure that no network or USB cables, other than the network cable conn...

  Completing the Connection to the WLAN When you turn on your computer and a network (for which your computer is not configured) is detected in the area, a pop-up appears near the network icon in the notification area (in the lower-right corner of the Windows desktop). Follow the instructions provid...

1. Click the Start button and click Help and Support .   2. Under Pick a task , click Use Tools to view your computer information and diagnose problems .   3. Under Tools , click My Computer Information and then click Find information about the hardware installed on this computer. On the My Computer...

Back to Contents Page   Adding and Replacing Parts Dell™ XPS™ M2010 Owner's Manual    Before You Begin    Memory    Mini Card    Coin-Cell Battery   Before You Begin This chapter provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your computer. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure a...

  3. Disconnect any telephone or network cables from the computer.   4. Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets.   5. Remove the system battery. a.   Ensure the keyboard is securely attached and the display is closed and latched before turning the computer ove...

7. Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical outlet.   8. Turn on the computer. As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information. To confirm the amount of memory installe...

Back to Contents Page   Securing Your Computer Dell™ XPS™ M2010 Owner's Manual    Security Cable Lock    P a s s w o r d s    Computer Tracking Software    If Your Computer is Lost or Stolen   Security Cable Lock A security cable lock is a commercially available antitheft device. To use the lock, at...

Back to Contents Page   Setting Up Your Computer Dell™ XPS™ M2010 Owner's Manual    Connecting to the Internet    Transferring Information to a New Computer    Setting Up a Printer    Power Protection Devices   Connecting to the Internet To connect to the Internet, you need a modem or network connec...

  Transferring Information to a New Computer The Microsoft Windows XP operating system provides a Files and Settings Transfer Wizard to move data from a source computer to a new computer. You can transfer data, such as: l   E-mail messages l   Toolbar settings l   Window sizes l   Internet bookmarks...

When all of the settings and files have been applied, the Finished screen appears.   3. Click Finished and restart the new computer.   Using the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard Without the Operating System Installation Media To run the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard without the optional Opera...

  Setting Up a Printer See the documentation that came with the printer for setup information, including how to: l   Obtain and install updated drivers. l   Connect the printer to the computer. l   Load paper and install the toner or ink cartridge. For technical assistance, refer to the printer owne...

Back to Contents Page   System Setup Program Dell™ XPS™ M2010 Owner's Manual    Overview    Viewing the System Setup Screens    System Setup Screens    Commonly Used Settings    About Your RAID Configuration   Overview You can use system setup as follows: l   To set or change user-selectable feature...

Changing the Boot Sequence The boot sequence tells the computer where to look to find the software needed to start the operating system. You can control the boot sequence and enable/disable devices using the Boot Sequence page, which is located in the System category. The Boot Sequence page displays...

Another advantage of a RAID level 0 configuration is that it utilizes the full capacities of the drives. For example, if you have two 100-GB drives installed, you have 200 GB on which to store data.   RAID Level 1 Configuration RAID level 1 uses a data-redundancy storage technique known as "mirr...

  6. Press <Esc>.    7. Press the left- and right-arrow keys to highlight Save/Exit , and press <Enter> to exit system setup and resume the boot process.   Configuring for RAID Using the Intel RAID Option ROM Utility   Creating a RAID Level 0 or a RAID Level 1 Configuration   1. Set your...

  4. Press <y> to confirm the deletion of the RAID volume.   5. Press <Esc> to exit the Intel RAID Option ROM utility.   Configuring for RAID Using the Intel Matrix Storage Manager If you already have one hard drive with the operating system installed on it, and you want to add a second ...

Rebuilding a Degraded RAID Level 1 Configuration If your computer has reported a degraded RAID level 1 volume, contact Dell about replacing your hard drive. See Contacting Dell . You can manually rebuild the computer's redundancy mirror to a new hard drive by performing the following steps:   1. Cli...

Back to Contents Page   Reinstalling Software Dell™ XPS™ M2010 Owner's Manual    Drivers    Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities    Restoring Your Operating System   Drivers   What Is a Driver? A driver is a program that controls a device such as a printer, mouse, or keyboard. All devic...

  4. In the System Properties window, click the Hardware tab.   5. Click Device Manager .   6. Right-click the device for which the new driver was installed and click Properties .   7. Click the Drivers tab.   8. Click Roll Back Driver . If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then u...

Manually Reinstalling Drivers   1. After extracting the driver files to your hard drive as described in the previous section, click the Start button and right-click My Computer .   2. Click Properties .   3. Click the Hardware tab and click Device Manager .   4. Double-click the type of device for w...

Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State If problems occur after you install a device driver, use Device Driver Rollback (see page 120 ) to resolve the problem. If that is unsuccessful, then use System Restore.   1. Click the Start button, point to All Programs ® Accessories ® System Too...

To reinstall Windows XP, you need the following items: l   Dell Operating System Installation Media l   Dell Drivers and Utilities Media   Reinstalling Windows XP The reinstallation process can take one to two hours to complete. After you reinstall the operating system, you must also reinstall the d...

Back to Contents Page   Traveling With Your Computer Dell™ XPS™ M2010 Owner's Manual    Identifying Your Computer    Packing the Computer    Travel Tips    Traveling by Air   Identifying Your Computer l   Attach a name tag or business card to the computer. l   Write down your Service Tag and store i...

Back to Contents Page   Troubleshooting Dell™ XPS™ M2010 Owner's Manual   Dell Technical Update Service The Dell™ Technical Update service provides proactive e -mail notification of software and hardware updates for your computer. The service is free and can be customized for content, format, and ho...

l   If a failure is detected, the computer stops and beeps. To stop the assessment and restart the computer, press <Esc>; to continue to the next test, press <y>; to retest the component that failed, press <r>. l   If failures are detected during the Pre-boot System Assessment, wri...

  4. When the tests are completed, if you are running the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc , remove the disc.   5. When the tests are complete, close the test screen to return to the Main Menu screen. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the Main Menu scre...

Ensure that Microsoft Windows recognizes the drive — Click the Start button and click My Computer . If the DVD drive is not listed, perform a full scan with your antivirus software to check for and remove viruses. Viruses can sometimes prevent Windows from recognizing the drive.   Test the drive — I...

If all commands receive responses, the modem is operating properly.   Ensure that you are connected to the Internet — Ensure that you have subscribed to an Internet provider. With the Outlook Express e-mail program open, click File . If Work Offline has a checkmark next to it, click the checkmark to...

3. Select the program you want to remove.   4. Click Remove or Change/Remove and follow the prompts on the screen.   5. See the program documentation for installation instructions.   Sector not found — The operating system cannot locate a sector on the hard drive. You may have a defective sector or ...

  2. Click System to open the System Properties window.   3. Click the Hardware tab, then click Device Manager . If your IEEE 1394 device is listed, Windows recognizes the device.   If you have problems with a Dell-provided IEEE 1394 device —   If you have problems with an IEEE 1394 device not provi...

Cannot play some media files — Because Dell MediaDirect provides access to media files outside the Windows XP operating system environment, access to licensed content is restricted. Licensed content is digital content that has Digital Rights Management (DRM) applied to it. The Dell MediaDirect envir...

  Network Problems Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist as you complete these checks.     General   Check the network cable connector — Ensure that the network cable is firmly inserted into both the network connector on the back of the computer and the network connector.   Check the network lights on ...

  Media Memory Card or ExpressCard Problems     Check the Card — Ensure that the card is properly inserted into the connector.   Ensure that the card is recognized by Windows — Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the Windows taskbar. Ensure that the card is listed.   If you have problems...

Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp.   Check the AC adapter — Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the light is on.   Connect the computer directly to an electrical outlet — Bypass power protecti...

  Scanner Problems     Check the scanner documentation — See the scanner documentation for setup and troubleshooting information.   Unlock the scanner — Ensure that your scanner is unlocked if it has a locking tab or button.   Restart the computer and try the scanner again.   Check the cable connect...

Ensure that the subwoofer and the speakers are turned on — See the setup diagram supplied with the speakers. If your speakers have volume controls, adjust the volume, bass, or treble to eliminate distortion.   Adjust the Windows volume control — Click or double-click the speaker icon in the lower-ri...

If the touch pad operates correctly, the mouse may be defective, or the wireless mouse with Bluetooth technology may not be paired with the computer. See Mouse Pairing Failed .   Check the system setup program settings — Verify that the system setup program lists the correct device for the pointing ...

Adjust the brightness — Press <Fn> and the up- or down-arrow key.   Move the external subwoofer away from the computer or monitor — If your external speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the subwoofer is at least 60 cm (2 ft) away from the computer or external monitor.   Eliminate p...