Mouse problems, Network problems – Dell OptiPlex 760 User Manual

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Reseat the memory modules (see

Memory

) to ensure that your computer is successfully communicating with the memory.

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Ensure that you are following the memory installation guidelines (see

Installing Memory Module (s)

).

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Ensure that the memory you are using is supported by your computer. For more information about the type of memory supported by your computer,

see

Memory

.

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Run the Dell Diagnostics (see

Dell Diagnostics

).

 

Mouse Problems

 

 

Check the mouse cable —

 

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Ensure that the cable is not damaged or frayed and check cable connectors for bent or broken pins. Straighten any bent pins.

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Remove any mouse extension cables, and connect the mouse directly to the computer.

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Verify that the mouse cable is connected as shown on the setup diagram for your computer.

 

Restart the computer —

 

1.

 

Simultaneously press <Ctrl><Esc> to display the Start menu.

2.

 

Press <u>, press the up- and down-arrow keys to highlight Shut down or Turn Off, and then press <Enter>.

3.

 

After the computer turns off, reconnect the mouse cable as shown on the setup diagram.

4.

 

Turn on the computer.

 

Test the mouse —

Connect a properly working mouse to the computer, then try using the mouse.

 

Check the mouse settings —

 

Windows XP

1.

 

Click Start® Control Panel® Mouse.

2.

 

Adjust the settings as needed.

Windows Vista:

1.

 

Click Start

® Control Panel® Hardware and Sound® Mouse.

2.

 

Adjust the settings as needed.

 

Reinstall the mouse driver

 

Run the Hardware Troubleshooter —

See

Hardware Troubleshooter

.

 

Network Problems

 

 

Check the network cable connector —

Ensure that the network cable is firmly inserted into the network connector on the back of the computer and the

network jack.

 

Check the network lights on the back of the computer —

If the link integrity light is off, no network communication is occurring. Replace the network cable.

 

Restart the computer and log on to the network again

 

Check your network settings —

Contact your network administrator or the person who set up your network to verify that your network settings are correct

and that the network is functioning.

 

Run the Hardware Troubleshooter —

See

Hardware Troubleshooter

.

 

WARNING:

Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best

practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

WARNING:

Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best

practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

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