Ieee 1394 device problems, Keyboard problems, External keyboard problems – Dell XPS M140 (MXC051, Late 2005) User Manual

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IEEE 1394 Device Problems

CAUTION:

Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the

Product Information Guide.

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1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel.
2 Click Printers and Other Hardware.

If your IEEE 1394 device is listed, Windows recognizes the device.

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IEEE 1394

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Contact Dell or the

IEEE 1394 device manufacturer. See "Contacting Dell" on page 145.

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Contact Dell or the

IEEE 1394 device manufacturer. See "Contacting Dell" on page 145.

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T H E

IEEE 1394

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Keyboard Problems

CAUTION:

Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the

Product Information Guide.

NOTE:

Use the integrated keyboard when running the Dell Diagnostics or the system setup program.

When you attach an external keyboard, the integrated keyboard remains fully functional.

External Keyboard problems

NOTE:

When you attach an external keyboard, the integrated keyboard remains fully functional.

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Shut down the computer. Disconnect the keyboard cable and

check it for damage, and firmly reconnect the cable.
If you are using a keyboard extension cable, disconnect it and connect the keyboard directly to

the computer.

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1 Shut down the computer, wait 1 minute, and turn it on again.
2 Verify that the numbers, capitals, and scroll lock lights on the keyboard blink during the boot

routine.

3 From the Windows desktop, click the Start button, point to ProgramsAccessories, and

then click

Notepad.

4 Type some characters on the external keyboard and verify that they appear on the display.

If you cannot verify these steps, you may have a defective external keyboard.

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