2solving problems – Dell Dimension 5000 User Manual

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Contents

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Solving Problems

Troubleshooting Tips

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Battery Problems

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Drive Problems

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CD and DVD drive problems

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Hard drive problems

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E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems

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Error Messages

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Media Card Reader Problems

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Keyboard Problems

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Lockups and Software Problems

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The computer does not start up

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The computer stops responding

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A program stops responding

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A program crashes repeatedly

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A program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system

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A solid blue screen appears

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Other software problems

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Memory Problems

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Mouse Problems

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Network Problems

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Power Problems

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Printer Problems

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Scanner Problems

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Sound and Speaker Problems

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No sound from speakers

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No sound from headphones

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Video and Monitor Problems

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If the screen is blank

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If the screen is difficult to read

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