Document Outline

• Contents
  • Finding Information
• Setting Up and Using Your Computer
  • Setting Up a Printer
    • Printer Cable
    • Connecting a USB Printer
  • Connecting to the Internet
    • Setting Up Your Internet Connection
  • Playing CDs and DVDs
    • Adjusting the Volume
    • Adjusting the Picture
  • Copying CDs and DVDs
    • How to Copy a CD or DVD
    • Using Blank CDs and DVDs
    • Helpful Tips
  • Using a Media Card Reader (Optional)
  • Setting Up a Home and Office Network
    • Connecting to a Network Adapter
    • Network Setup Wizard
  • Power Management
    • Standby Mode
    • Hibernate Mode
    • Power Options Properties
  • Hyper-Threading
• Solving Problems
  • Troubleshooting Tips
  • Battery Problems
  • Drive Problems
    • CD and DVD drive problems
    • Hard drive problems
  • E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
  • Error Messages
  • Media Card Reader Problems
  • Keyboard Problems
  • Lockups and Software Problems
    • The computer does not start up
    • The computer stops responding
    • A program stops responding
    • A program crashes repeatedly
    • A program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system
    • A solid blue screen appears
    • Other software problems
  • Memory Problems
  • Mouse Problems
  • Network Problems
  • Power Problems
  • Printer Problems
  • Scanner Problems
  • Sound and Speaker Problems
    • No sound from speakers
    • No sound from headphones
  • Video and Monitor Problems
    • If the screen is blank
    • If the screen is difficult to read
• Advanced Troubleshooting
  • Diagnostic Lights
  • Dell Diagnostics
    • Dell Diagnostics Main Menu
  • Drivers
    • What Is a Driver?
    • Identifying Drivers
    • Reinstalling Drivers
  • Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities
  • Restoring Your Operating System
    • Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore
    • Using Dell™ PC Restore by Symantec
    • Removing Dell PC Restore
• Removing and Installing Parts
  • Before You Begin
    • Recommended Tools
    • Turning Off Your Computer
    • Before Working Inside Your Computer
  • Front View of the Computer
  • Back View of the Computer
  • Removing the Computer Cover
  • Inside View of Your Computer
  • System Board Components
  • Memory
    • DDR2 Memory Overview
    • Installing Memory
    • Removing Memory
  • Cards
  • Drives
    • IDE Drive Addressing
    • Connecting Drive Cables
    • Drive Interface Connectors
    • Power Cable Connector
    • Connecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables
  • Hard Drive
  • Floppy Drive
  • Media Card Reader
    • Removing a Media Card Reader
    • Installing a Media Card Reader
  • DVD Drive
    • Removing a DVD Drive
    • Installing a DVD Drive
  • Battery
    • Replacing the Battery
  • Replacing the Computer Cover
• Appendix
  • Specifications
  • System Setup
    • Overview
    • Entering System Setup
    • System Setup Options
    • Boot Sequence
  • Clearing Forgotten Passwords and CMOS Settings
    • Jumper Locations
    • Clearing Password Settings
    • Clearing CMOS Settings
  • Cleaning Your Computer
    • Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor
    • Mouse
    • Floppy Drive
    • CDs and DVDs
  • Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)
    • Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals
    • Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals
  • FCC Notices (U.S. Only)
    • Class A
    • Class B
    • FCC Identification Information
  • Contacting Dell
• Glossary
• Index