Dell LATITUDE C510 - Manual (Page 166)

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ScanDisk - A Microsoft utility that checks files, folders, and the hard drive's surface for errors. ScanDisk
often runs after a lockup occurs.
SDRAM - synchronous dynamic random-access memory
A type of DRAM that is synchronized with the optimal clock speed of the microprocessor.
serial connector - An I/O port often used to connect devices such as a handheld digital device or digital
camera to your computer.
service tag - A bar code label on your computer that identifies your computer when you access Dell
Support at support.dell.com or when you call Dell for customer or technical support.
setup program - A program that is used to install and configure hardware and software. The setup.exe or
install.exe program comes with most Windows software packages. Setup program differs from system
setup program.
shortcut - An icon that provides quick access to frequently used programs, files, folders, and drives. When
you place a shortcut on your Windows desktop and double-click the icon, you can open its corresponding
folder or file without having to find it first. Shortcut icons do not change the location of files. If you delete a
shortcut, the original file is not affected. Also, you can rename a shortcut icon.
shutdown - The process of closing windows and programs, exiting the operating system, and turning off
your computer. You can lose data if you turn off your computer before completing a shutdown.
SODIMM - small outline dual in-line memory module
A type of small, thin memory used in portable computers.
SPD - serial presence detect
A chip on a memory module that stores information about the module, including the size, speed, voltage,
and manufacturer.
S/PDIF - Sony/Philips Digital Interface
An audio transfer file format that allows the transfer of audio from one file to another without converting it
to and from an analog format, which could degrade the quality of the file.