Dell PD063, PP05XA, M90 User Manual

Dell Precision™ M90 Mobile
Workstation

Quick Reference Guide

Model PP05XA
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Notes, Notices, and Cautions
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.
problem.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.
Abbreviations and Acronyms
For a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see Glossary in your
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User’s Guide
.
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Windows®
operating systems are not applicable.
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Model PP05XA
February 2006 P/N PD063 Rev. A00

Contents

Finding Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Setting Up Your Computer
About Your Computer
Front View
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Left Side View Right Side View Back View
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Bottom View
Using a Battery
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Battery Performance Checking the Battery Charge Charging the Battery Replacing the Battery Storing a Battery
Troubleshooting
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Lockups and Software Problems Dell Diagnostics
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Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Contents 3
4 Contents

Finding Information

NOTE: Some features or media may be optional and may not ship with your computer. Some features or media may
not be available in certain countries.
NOTE: Additional information may ship with your computer.
What Are You Looking For? Find It Here
• A diagnostic program for my computer
• Drivers for my computer
• My computer documentation
• My device documentation
• Notebook System Software (NSS)
• Warranty information
• Terms and Conditions (U.S. only)
• Safety instructions
• Regulatory information
• Ergonomics information
• End User License Agreement
Drivers and Utilities CD (also known as ResourceCD)
NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD may be optional and may
not ship with your computer.
Documentation and drivers are already installed on your computer. You can use the CD to reinstall drivers or to run the (See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 19). Readme files may be included on your CD to
provide last-minute updates about technical changes to your computer or advanced technical-reference material for technicians or experienced users.
Dell Diagnostics
NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found at
support.dell.com.
Dell™ Product Information Guide
• How to remove and replace parts
• Specifications
• How to configure system settings
• How to troubleshoot and solve problems
Dell Precision™ User’s Guide
Microsoft Windows XP Help and Support Center
1
Click
Start
System Guides
2
Click the
User’s Guide
Help and Support
System Guides
for your computer.
Quick Reference Guide 5
Dell User and
.
What Are You Looking For? Find It Here
• Service Tag and Express Service Code
• Microsoft Windows License Label
Service Tag and Microsoft® Windows® License
These labels are located on your computer.
• Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use
support.dell.com
or contact technical support.
•Enter the Express Service Code to direct your call when contacting technical support.
• Solutions — Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from technicians, and online courses, frequently asked questions
• Community — Online discussion with other Dell customers
• Upgrades — Upgrade information for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system
• Customer Care — Contact information, service call and order status, warranty, and repair information
• Service and support — Service call status and support history, service contract, online discussions with technical support
• Reference — Computer documentation, details on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers
• Downloads — Certified drivers, patches, and software updates
• Notebook System Software (NSS)— If you reinstall the operating system for your computer, you should also reinstall the NSS utility. NSS provides critical updates for your operating system and support for Dell™
3.5-inch USB floppy drives, Intel
®
processors, optical drives, and USB devices. NSS is necessary for correct operation of your Dell computer. The software automatically detects your computer and operating system and installs the updates appropriate for your configuration.
Dell Support Website — support.dell.com
NOTE: Select your region to view the appropriate support
site.
To download Notebook System Software:
1
Go to
support.dell.com
, select your region or business
segment, and enter your Service Tag.
2
Select
Drivers & Downloads
3
Click your operating system and search for the keyword
Notebook System Software
and click Go.
.
NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface may vary
depending on your selections.
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What Are You Looking For? Find It Here
• Software upgrades and troubleshooting hints — Frequently asked questions, hot topics, and general health of your computing environment
Dell Support Utility
The Dell Support Utility is an automated upgrade and notification system installed on your computer. This support provides real-time health scans of your computing environment, software updates, and relevant self-support information. Access the Dell Support Utility from the
icon in the taskbar. For more information, see "Dell Support Utility" in your
• How to use Windows XP
• How to work with programs and files
• How to personalize my desktop
Windows Help and Support Center
1
Click the
2
Type a word or phrase that describes your problem and click the arrow icon.
3
Click the topic that describes your problem.
4
Follow the instructions on the screen.
• How to reinstall my operating system
Operating System CD
NOTE: The Operating System CD may be optional and may
not ship with your computer.
The operating system is already installed on your computer. To reinstall your operating system, use the Operating
System CD. See "Reinstalling Windows XP" in your User’s Guide.
User’s Guide
Start
button and click
.
Help and Support
After you reinstall your operating system, use the Drivers and Utilities CD (ResourceCD) to reinstall drivers for the devices that came with your computer.
Your operating system
product key
label is located
on your computer.
.
NOTE: The color of your CD varies based on the operating
system you ordered.
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Setting Up Your Computer

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product
Information Guide.
1
Unpack the accessories box.
2
Set aside the contents of the accessories box, which you will need to complete the setup of your computer.
The accessories box also contains user documentation and any software or additional hardware (such as PC Cards, drives, or batteries) that you have ordered.
3
Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter connector on the computer and to the electrical outlet.
4
Open the computer display and press the power button to turn on the computer (see "Front View" on page 9).
NOTE: It is recommended that you turn on and shut down your computer at least once before you install any cards
or connect the computer to a docking device or other external device, such as a printer.
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About Your Computer

Front View

1
13
12
11
10
9
8
2
3
4
5
6
7
1 display latches (2) 6 touch pad 11 keyboard
2 display latch release 7 media control buttons 12 media button
3 display 8 speakers (2) 13 keyboard and wireless
status lights
4 power button 9 touch pad buttons
5 device status lights 10 touch-pad scroll zone
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Left Side View

1 security cable slot 3 USB connectors (2) 5 optical-drive-tray eject
2 air vent 4 optical drive

Right Side View

1 2345
button
1 smart card slot 4 IEEE 1394 connector 7 air vent
2 hard drive 5 5-in-1 media memory card
3 ExpressCard slot 6 audio connectors (2)
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2 345671
reader

Back View

1 air vent 5 USB connectors (2) 9 AC adapter connector
2 S-video TV-out connector 6 USB connectors (2) 10 air vent
3 network (RJ-45) connector 7 Digital-Video Interface
4 modem (RJ-11) connector 8 video (VGA) connector
1 2345 6 7 8 9 10
(DVI) connector
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Bottom View

12 3 4
5
12
6
11
7
10
1 subwoofer 5 cover for optional internal
card with Bluetooth wireless technology
2 battery charge/health
gauge
3 battery-bay latch release 7 air vent 11 air vent
4 battery 8 Mini-Card/modem cover 12 optical-drive security screw
6 hard drive 10 memory module cover
89
®
9 docking-device connector
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Using a Battery

Battery Performance

NOTE: For information about the Dell warranty for your computer, see the Product Information Guide or separate
paper warranty document that shipped with your computer.
For optimal computer performance and to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your Dell™ portable computer with the battery installed at all times. One battery is supplied as standard equipment in the battery bay.
NOTE: Because the battery may not be fully charged, use the AC adapter to connect your new computer to an
electrical outlet the first time you use the computer. For best results, operate the computer with the AC adapter until the battery is fully charged. To view battery charge status, click StartControl PanelPower Options, and click Power Meter tab.
NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can operate the computer) decreases over time. Depending on
how often the battery is used and the conditions under which it is used, you may need to purchase a new battery during the life of your computer.
Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions. Operating time is significantly reduced when you perform operations including, but not limited to, the following:
Using optical drives.
Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, or USB devices.
Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other power-intensive programs such as complex 3D graphics applications.
Running the computer in maximum performance mode. See "Configuring Power Management Settings" on in your or Dell QuickSet, which you can use to configure power management settings.
User’s Guide
for information about accessing Windows Power Options Properties
NOTE: It is recommended that you connect your computer to an electrical outlet when writing to a CD or DVD.
You can check the battery charge before you insert the battery into the computer. You can also set power management options to alert you when the battery charge is low. For more information, see "Checking the Battery Charge" on page 14.
CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. Replace the battery only
with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. The battery is designed to work with your Dell computer. Do not use a battery from other computers with your computer.
CAUTION: Do not dispose of batteries with household waste. When your battery no longer holds a charge, call
your local waste disposal or environmental agency for advice on disposing of a lithium-ion battery. See "Battery Disposal" in the Product Information Guide.
CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may increase the risk of fire or chemical burn. Do not puncture, incinerate,
disassemble, or expose the battery to temperatures above 65°C (149°F). Keep the battery away from children. Handle damaged or leaking batteries with extreme care. Damaged batteries may leak and cause personal injury or equipment damage.
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Checking the Battery Charge

The Dell QuickSet Battery Meter, the Microsoft Windows Power Meter window and icon, the battery charge gauge and health gauge, and the low-battery warning provide information on the battery charge.
NOTE: Dell QuickSet may not be available on your computer.
Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter
If Dell QuickSet is installed, press <Fn><F3> to display the QuickSet Battery Meter. The Battery Meter displays status, battery health, charge level, and charge completion time for the battery in your computer.
For more information about QuickSet, right-click the icon in the taskbar, and click Help.
Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter
The Windows Power Meter indicates the remaining battery charge. To check the Power Meter, double­click the icon on the taskbar.
If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, a icon appears.
Charge Gauge
By pressing (or pressing and holding) the status button on the charge gauge on the battery, you can check:
Battery charge (check by pressing and
Battery health (check by pressing and
The battery operating time is largely determined by the number of times it is charged. After hundreds of charge and discharge cycles, batteries lose some charge capacity—or battery health. That is, a battery can show a status of "charged" but maintain a reduced charge capacity (health).
releasing
holding
the status button)
the status button)
Check the Battery Charge
To check the battery charge, press the status button on the battery charge gauge to illuminate the charge­level lights. Each light represents approximately 20 percent of the total battery charge. For example, if the battery has 80 percent of its charge remaining, four of the lights are on. If no lights appear, the battery has no charge.
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Check the Battery Health
NOTE: You can check battery health either by using the charge gauge on the battery as described below, or by
using the Battery Meter in Dell QuickSet. For information about QuickSet, right-click the icon in the taskbar, and click Help.
To check the battery health using the charge gauge, press and hold the status button on the battery charge gauge for at least 3 seconds. If no lights appear, the battery is in good condition, and more than 80 percent of its original charge capacity remains. Each light represents incremental degradation. If five lights appear, less than 60 percent of the charge capacity remains, and you should consider replacing the battery. See "Specifications" in your User’s Guide for more information about the battery operating time.
Low-Battery Warning
NOTICE: To avoid losing or corrupting data, save your work immediately after a low-battery warning.
Then connect the computer to an electrical outlet. If the battery runs completely out of power, hibernate mode begins automatically.
A pop-up window warns you when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. The computer enters hibernate mode when the battery charge is at a critically low level.
You can change the settings for the battery alarms in QuickSet or the Power Options Properties window. See "Configuring Power Management Settings" in your User’s Guide for information about accessing QuickSet or the Power Options Properties window.
Conserving Battery Power
Perform the following actions to conserve battery power:
Connect the computer to an electrical outlet when possible because battery life is largely determined by the number of times the battery is used and recharged.
Place the computer in standby mode or hibernate mode when you leave the computer unattended for long periods of time. See "Power Management Modes" in your
User’s Guide
for more information
about standby and hibernate modes.
Use the Power Management Wizard
to select options to optimize your computer’s power usage. These options can also be set to change when you press the power button, close the display, or press <Fn><Esc>. See "Configuring Power Management Settings" in your
User’s Guide
for more
information on using the Power Management Wizard.
NOTE: See "Configuring Power Management Settings" in your User’s Guide.
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Charging the Battery

NOTE: With Dell™ ExpressCharge™, when the computer is turned off, the AC adapter charges a completely
discharged battery to 80 percent in about 1 hour and to 100 percent in approximately 2 hours. Charge time is longer with the computer turned on. You can leave the battery in the computer for as long as you like. The battery’s internal circuitry prevents the battery from overcharging.
When you connect the computer to an electrical outlet or install a battery while the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge.
If the battery is hot from being used in your computer or being in a hot environment, the battery may not charge when you connect the computer to an electrical outlet.The battery is too hot to start charging if the light flashes alternately orange and green. Disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet and allow the computer and the battery to cool to room temperature. Then connect the computer to an electrical outlet to continue charging the battery.
For more information about resolving problems with a battery, see "Power Problems" in your
User’s Guide

Replacing the Battery

CAUTION: Before performing these procedures, turn off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter from the
electrical outlet and the computer, disconnect the modem from the wall connector and computer, and remove any other external cables from the computer.
NOTICE: You must remove all external cables from the computer to avoid possible connector damage.
CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. Replace the battery only
with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. The battery is designed to work with your Dell™ computer. Do not use a battery from other computers with your computer.
To remove the battery:
If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See the documentation that
1
came with your docking device for instructions.
2
Ensure that the computer is turned off.
3
Slide and hold the battery-bay latch release on the bottom of the computer, and then lift the battery from the bay.
.
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1 2
1 battery-bay latch release 2 battery
To replace the battery, follow the removal procedure in reverse order.

Storing a Battery

Remove the battery when you store your computer for an extended period of time. A battery discharges during prolonged storage. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully before you use it. See "Charging the Battery" on page 16.

Troubleshooting

Lockups and Software Problems

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product
Information Guide.
The computer does not start up
ENSURE THAT THE AC ADAPTER IS FIRMLY CONNECTED TO THE COMPUTER AND TO THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET
The computer stops responding
NOTICE: You might lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown.
T
URN THE COMPUTER OFF — If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or
moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. Then restart your computer.
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A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly
NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on a floppy disk or CD.
ND THE PROGRAM —
E
1
Press <Ctrl><Shift><Esc> simultaneously.
2
Click
Task Manager
3
Click the program that is no longer responding.
4
Click
End Task
CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program.
A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system
RUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program
.
.
so it runs in an environment similar to non-Windows XP operating system environments.
1
Click the
Wizard
2
In the welcome screen, click
3
Follow the instructions on the screen.
A solid blue screen appears
TURN THE COMPUTER OFF If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or
Start
button, point to
.
All Programs
Next
.
→ Accessories
, and then click
Program Compatibility
moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. Then restart your computer.
Other software problems
CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING
INFORMATION
Ensure that the program is compatible with the operating system installed on your computer.
Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run the software. See the software documentation for information.
Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly.
Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program.
If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program.
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BACK UP YOUR FILES IMMEDIATELY
USE A VIRUS-SCANNING PROGRAM TO CHECK THE HARD DRIVE, FLOPPY DISKS, OR CDS
SAVE AND CLOSE ANY OPEN FILES OR PROGRAMS AND SHUT DOWN YOUR COMPUTER THROUGH THE Start MENU
SCAN THE COMPUTER FOR SPYWARE If you are experiencing slow computer performance, you frequently
receive pop-up advertisements, or you are having problems connecting to the Internet, your computer might be infected with spyware. Use an anti-virus program that includes anti-spyware protection (your program may require an upgrade) to scan the computer and remove spyware. For more information, go to support.dell.com and search for the keyword spyware.
RUN THE DELL DIAGNOSTICS See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 19. If all tests run successfully, the error
condition is related to a software problem.

Dell Diagnostics

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product
Information Guide.
When to Use the Dell Diagnostics
If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 17 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance.
It is recommended that you print these procedures before you begin.
NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on Dell computers.
NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD is optional and may not ship with your computer.
Enter system setup, review your computer’s configuration information, and ensure that the device you want to test displays in system setup and is active.
Start the Dell Diagnostics from either your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities CD (also known as the ResourceCD).
Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive
1
Turn on (or restart) your computer.
a
When the DELL™ logo appears, press <F12> immediately. Select menu and press <Enter>.
NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the
Microsoft
Press and hold the <Fn> key while powering the system on.
b
NOTE: If you see a message stating that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run the Dell
Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities CD.
2
See "Contacting Dell" in your
®
Windows® desktop. Then shut down your computer and try again.
User’s Guide
Diagnostics
from the boot
.
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Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities CD
1
Insert the
2
Shut down and restart the computer.
Drivers and Utilities
CD.
When the DELL logo appears, press <F12> immediately.
If you wait too long and the Windows logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Windows desktop. Then shut down your computer and try again.
NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for one time only. On the next start-up, the computer boots
according to the devices specified in the system setup program.
3
When the boot device list appears, highlight
4
Select the
5
Ty p e 1 to start the
6
Select
Boot from CD-ROM
ResourceCD
option from the menu that appears and press <Enter>.
menu and press <Enter> to proceed.
Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics
CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive
and press <Enter>.
from the numbered list. If multiple versions are listed, select
the version appropriate for your computer.
7
When the Dell Diagnostics
Dell Diagnostics Main Menu
1
After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the
Main Menu
appears, select the test you want to run.
Main Menu
screen appears, click the button for the option
you want.
Option Function
Express Test Performs a quick test of devices. This test typically takes 10 to
20 minutes and requires no interaction on your part. Run Express Test first to increase the possibility of tracing the problem quickly.
Extended Test Performs a thorough check of devices. This test typically takes 1 hour or
more and requires you to answer questions periodically.
Custom Test Tests a specific device. You can customize the tests you want to run.
Symptom Tree Lists the most common symptoms encountered and allows you to select
a test based on the symptom of the problem you are having.
2
If a problem is encountered during a test, a message appears with an error code and a description of the problem. Write down the error code and problem description and follow the instructions on the screen.
If you cannot resolve the error condition, contact Dell. See "Contacting Dell" in your
NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is located at the top of each test screen. If you contact Dell,
technical support will ask for your Service Tag.
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User’s Guide
.
3
If you run a test from the
Custom Test
or
Symptom Tree
option, click the applicable tab described in
the following table for more information.
Tab Function
Results Displays the results of the test and any error conditions encountered.
Errors Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the problem
description.
Help Describes the test and may indicate requirements for running the test.
Configuration Displays your hardware configuration for the selected device.
The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all devices from the system setup program, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of the screen. The device list may not display the names of all the components installed on your computer or all devices attached to your computer.
Parameters Allows you to customize the test by changing the test settings.
4
When the tests are completed, if you are running the Dell Diagnostics from the CD, remove the CD.
5
Close the test screen to return to the computer, close the
Main Menu
Main Menu
screen.
screen. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the
Drivers and Utilities
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Index

B
battery
charging, 16 checking the charge, 14 performance, 13 power meter, 14 removing, 16 storing, 17
C
CDs
operating system, 7
computer
crashes, 17-18 slow performance, 19 stops responding, 17
D
Dell
support site, 6
Dell Diagnostics
about, 19 starting from the Drivers and
Utilities CD, 20
starting from your hard
drive, 19
diagnostics
Dell, 19
documentation
End User License
Agreement, 5 ergonomics, 5 online, 6 Product Information Guide, 5 regulatory, 5 safety, 5 User’s Guide, 5 warranty, 5
E
End User License
Agreement, 5
ergonomics information, 5
H
hardware
Dell Diagnostics, 19
Help and Support Center, 7
help file
Windows Help and Support
Center, 7
L
labels
Microsoft Windows, 6 Service Tag, 6
M
Microsoft Windows label, 6
O
operating system
CD, 7 reinstalling, 7
Operating System CD, 7
optical drive
description, 10
P
problems
blue screen, 18 computer crashes, 17-18 computer does not start up, 17 computer stops responding, 17 Dell Diagnostics, 19 lockups, 17 program crashes, 18 program stops responding, 18 programs and Windows
compatibility, 18
slow computer
performance, 19 software, 17-18 spyware, 19
Product Information Guide, 5
Index 23
R
U
regulatory information, 5
ResourceCD
Dell Diagnostics, 19
S
safety instructions, 5
Service Tag, 6
software
problems, 18
spyware, 19
support website, 6
T
troubleshooting
Dell Diagnostics, 19 Help and Support Center, 7
User’s Guide, 5
W
warranty information, 5
Windows XP
Help and Support Center, 7 Program Compatibility
Wizard, 18
reinstalling, 7
wizards
Program Compatibility
Wizard, 18
24 Index
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注、注意和警告
注 : 注表示可以帮助您更好地使用计算机的重要信息。
注意 : 注意表示硬件的潜在损坏或数据丢失,并且告诉您如何避免此类问题。
警告 : 警告表示可能导致财产损失、人身伤害或死亡的潜在危险。
缩写和缩写词
有关缩写和缩写词的完整列表,请参阅 《用户指南》中的 “词汇表”。 如果您购买了
不适用。
Dell™ n
系列计算机,本说明文件中的任何有关
Microsoft® Windows®
操作系统的参考都将
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型号 PP05XA
2006 2 P/N PD063 修订版 A00
目录
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安装计算机
关于您的计算机
使用电池
故障排除
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正面视图 左侧视图 右侧视图 背面视图 底部视图
电池性能 检查电池电量 为电池充电 更换电池 储存电池
锁定和软件问题 Dell 诊断程序
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索引 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
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注 : 一些功能或介质可能为可选项,并且可能不会随您的计算机提供。 一些功能或介质在某些国家或地
区可能不适用。
注 : 其它信息可能随计算机提供。
要查找的内容 在此处查找
适用于我的计算机的诊断程序
适用于我的计算机的驱动程序
我的计算机说明文件
我的设备说明文件
笔记本电脑系统软件
保修信息
条款和条件 (仅限于美国)
安全说明
管制信息
人机工程学信息
最终用户许可协议
(NSS)
Drivers and Utilities CD ( 也称为 ResourceCD)
: Drivers and Utilities CD 可能为可选项,并且可能不会
随您的计算机提供。
您的计算机已经安装了说 明文件和驱动程序。 您可 以使用 CD 来重新安装驱 动程序或 运行
(请参阅第 42 页上
程序
的“Dell 诊断程序”)。 您的 CD 可能包含自述文 件,这些文件提供有关计 算机技术更改的最新更 新,或为技术人员或有经 验的用户提供高级技术参 考资料。
注 : 驱动程序和说明文件更新位于 support.dell.com
Dell™ 《产品信息指南》
Dell
诊断
如何卸下和装回部件
规格
如何配置系统设置
如何查找及排除故障并解决问题
Dell Precision™ 《用户指南》
Microsoft Windows XP 帮助和支持中心
1
单击 Start 持) 统指南)
2
单击适用于您的计算机的 《用户指南》。
(开始)→
→ Dell User and System Guides(Dell
→ System Guides
Help and Support
(系统指南)。
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(帮助和支
用户和系
要查找的内容 在此处查找
服务标签和快速服务代码
• Microsoft Windows
解决方案 章、在线课程和常见问题
团体
升级 信息
客户服务中心 担保和修复信息
服务和支持 与技术支持部门的在线讨论
参考 产品规格和白皮书
下载
笔记本电脑系统软件 装了操作系统,则还应该重新安装
NSS
英寸
USB
机所必需的。 统,并安装适合于您的配置的更新。
故障排除的提示和技巧、技术人员的文
与其他
Dell
组件如内存、硬盘驱动器和操作系统的升级
联系人信息、服务电话和订购状态、
服务通话状态和支持历史、服务合同、
计算机说明文件、有关计算机配置的详情、
经过认证的驱动程序、增补软件和软件更新
为您的操作系统提供重要更新,并为
USB
软盘驱动器、
设备提供支持。
该软件将自动检测您的计算机和操作系
许可证标签
客户进行在线讨论
(NSS) —
NSS
如果您的计算机重新安
NSS
Intel®
处理器、光盘驱动器和
是正确操作您的
公用程序。
Dell™ 3.5
Dell
计算
服务标签和 Microsoft® Windows® 许可证
这些标签位于您的计算机上。
当您使用 support.dell.com 或联系技术支持部门时,请 使用 “服务标签”来标识您的计算机。
Dell 支持 Web 站点 support.dell.com
注 : 选择您所处区域以查看相应的支持站点。
要下载笔记本电脑系统软件:
1
访问 support.dell.com 输入您的 “服务标签”。
2
选择 Drivers & Downloads
Go
单击
3
单击您的操作系统,搜索关键字 Notebook System
Software
注 : support.dell.com 用户界面随您的选择而不同。
当联系技术支持部门 时,请输入 “快速服务代 码”来导向您的呼叫。
,选择您的区域或业务分段,并
(驱动程序和下载),然后
(运行)。
(笔记本电脑系统软件)。
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