Dell Inspiron 8500 Manual do Utilizador

www.dell.com | support.dell.comDell™ Inspiron™ 8500 Owner’s Manual

10 Contents

100 Setting Up a Home and Office Networkwww.dell.com | support.dell.com7 Enter the WEP network key, provided by your network administrator, in the Net

7SECTION 7Solving Problems Finding SolutionsAccessing HelpError MessagesVideo and Display ProblemsScanner ProblemsDrive ProblemsPC Card ProblemsGenera

102 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comFinding SolutionsSometimes it’s difficult to figure out where to go for answers. Use this chart to

Solving Problems 103See page 105.See page 71.See page 40.See page 35.See page 107.See page 91.See page 67.See page 110.See page 35.See page 104.See pa

104 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comAccessing HelpError MessagesIf the message is not listed, see the documentation for the operating s

Solving Problems 105Video and Display ProblemsIf the display is blank NOTE: If you are using a program that requires a higher resolution than your com

106 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comIf the display is difficult to readTEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET — Ensure that the electrical outlet i

Solving Problems 107If only part of the display is readable NOTE: If you can connect to your Internet service provider (ISP), your modem is functionin

108 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comDrive Problems NOTE: For information on saving files to a floppy disk, see the Tell Me How help fil

Solving Problems 109If you have problems with a hard drivePC Card ProblemsCLEAN THE DRIVE — See "Cleaning Your Computer" in the Tel l Me

CAUTION: Safety Instructions 11CAUTION: Safety InstructionsUse the following safety guidelines to help ensure your own personal safety and to help pro

110 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comGeneral Program ProblemsA program crashes NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions

Solving Problems 111If Your Computer Gets Wet CAUTION: Perform this procedure only after you are certain that it is safe to do so. If the computer is

112 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.com14 Replace the battery.15 Turn on the computer and verify that it is working properly. NOTE: See pa

Solving Problems 113DriversWhat Is a Driver?A driver is a program that controls a device such as a printer, mouse, or keyboard. All devices require a

114 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comReinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your Dr

Solving Problems 1153 From the Language drop-down menu in the toolbar, select your preferred language for the driver or utility (if available). A welc

116 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.com6 Double-click the name of the device for which you are installing the driver.7 Click the Driver ta

Solving Problems 1173 Click a calendar date to which you want to restore your computer.The Select a Restore Point screen provides a calendar that allo

118 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.com4 Click the System Restore tab.5 Ensure that Turn off System Restore is unchecked.Resolving Softwar

Solving Problems 119Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XPBefore You ReinstallIf you are considering reinstalling the Windows XP operating system to corr

12 CAUTION: Safety Instructionswww.dell.com | support.dell.com• To help avoid the potential hazard of electric shock, do not connect or disconnect any

120 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.com5 Press the arrow keys to select CD-ROM, and then press .6 When the Press any key to boot from CD

Solving Problems 1219 If the Modem Dialing Information screen appears, enter the requested information and click Next.10 Enter the date, time, and tim

122 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.com

8SECTION 8Adding and Replacing Parts Adding MemoryAdding a Mini PCI CardAdding a ModemReplacing the Hard Drive

124 Adding and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.comAdding MemoryYou can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the sy

Adding and Replacing Parts 1257 Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screw from the memory module cover, and then remove the cover. NOTICE: To p

126 Adding and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTICE: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module

Adding and Replacing Parts 12710 Replace the cover. NOTICE: If the cover is difficult to close, remove the module and reinstall it. Forcing the cover

128 Adding and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.com11 Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer an

Adding and Replacing Parts 129 NOTICE: Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts. Ground yourself by touching a

CAUTION: Safety Instructions 13• If you are using a multiple-outlet power strip, use caution when plugging the AC adapter’s power cable into the power

130 Adding and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTICE: To avoid damaging the Mini PCI card, never place cables on top of or under the c

Adding and Replacing Parts 13112 Replace the cover and tighten the screw.Adding a ModemIf you ordered the optional modem at the same time that you ord

132 Adding and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.com7 Ground yourself by touching a metal connector on the back of the computer, and continue

Adding and Replacing Parts 13310 Connect the modem cable to the modem. NOTICE: The cable connectors are keyed for correct insertion; do not force the

134 Adding and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.comReplacing the Hard Drive NOTE: You need the Operating System CD to install the Microsoft®

Adding and Replacing Parts 135 NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic packaging. For precautions on pre

136 Adding and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.com

9SECTION 9Appendix SpecificationsStandard SettingsDell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)Contacting DellRegulatory Noticesour cccess the helpLimited

138 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comSpecificationsMicroprocessorMicroprocessor type Intel® Mobile Pentium® 4ML1 cache 8 KB (internal)L2 cache 5

Appendix 139Ports and ConnectorsSerial 9-pin connector; 16550C-compatible,16-byte buffer connectorParallel 25-hole connector; unidirectional, bidirect

14 CAUTION: Safety Instructionswww.dell.com | support.dell.comAir Travel• Certain Federal Aviation Administration regulations and/or airline-specific

140 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comVideoVideo type 64-bit hardware accelerated (ATI M9)128-bit hardware accelerated (NVIDIA NV28m)Data bus 4X

Appendix 141Maximum resolutions 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)1680 x 1050 (WSXGA+)1280 x 800 (WXGA)Response time (typical) 35-ms fall (maximum)Refresh rate 60 Hz

142 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comTrack StickX/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) 250 count/sec @ 100 gfSize protrudes 0.5 mm (0.02

Appendix 143Rated output voltage 19.5 VDCDimensions:Height 27.94 mm (1.1 inches)Width 58.42 mm (2.3 inches)Depth 133.85 mm (5.25 inches)Weight (with c

144 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comEnvironmentalTemperature range:Operating 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F)Storage –40° to 65°C (–40° to 149°F)Relati

Appendix 145Standard SettingsOverviewYou can use the system setup program as follows:• To set or change user-selectable features—for example, your com

146 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comSystem Setup ScreensOn each screen, the system setup options are listed at the left. To the right of each o

Appendix 147• To enable or disable a device, highlight the item and press . Enabled items appear as white and display a small triangle to the left; di

148 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comChanging Printer ModesSet the Parallel Mode option according to the type of printer or device connected to

Appendix 149Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)Technician-assisted technical support requires the cooperation and participation of the customer

When Using Your Computer 15When Using Your ComputerObserve the following safe-handling guidelines to prevent damage to your computer:• When setting up

150 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comDefinition of "Third-Party" Software and PeripheralsThird-party software and peripherals include

Appendix 151Aruba General Support toll-free: 800-1578Australia (Sydney)International Access Code: 0011Country Code: 61City Code: 2E-mail (Australia):

152 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comBelgium (Brussels)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 32City Code: 2Website: support.euro.dell.comE-

Appendix 153Canada (North York, Ontario)International Access Code: 011Automated Order-Status System toll-free: 1-800-433-9014AutoTech (automated techn

154 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comChina (Xiamen)Country Code: 86City Code: 592Tech Support website: support.ap.dell.com/chinaTech Support E-m

Appendix 155Denmark (Copenhagen)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 45 Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail Support (portable computers): den_n

156 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comFrance (Paris) (Montpellier)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 33City Codes: (1) (4)Website: suppor

Appendix 157Hong KongInternational Access Code: 001Country Code: 852Technical Support (Dimension™ and Inspiron™) 296 93188Technical Support (OptiPlex™

158 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comItaly (Milan)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 39City Code: 02Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail

Appendix 159Japan (Kawasaki)International Access Code: 001Country Code: 81City Code: 44Website: support.jp.dell.comTechnical Support (servers) toll-fr

16 When Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.com• Clean the display with a soft, clean cloth and water. Apply the water to the cloth; then s

160 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comLatin America Customer Technical Support (Austin, Texas, U.S.A.)512 728-4093Customer Service (Austin, Texas

Appendix 161MexicoInternational Access Code: 00Country Code: 52Customer Technical Support 001-877-384-8979or 001-877-269-3383Sales 50-81-8800or 01-800

162 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comNew ZealandInternational Access Code: 00Country Code: 64E-mail (New Zealand): [email protected]

Appendix 163PortugalInternational Access Code: 00Country Code: 35E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/es/es/emaildell/Technical Support 800 834 077Customer C

164 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comSpain (Madrid)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 34City Code: 91Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mai

Appendix 165Switzerland (Geneva)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 41City Code: 22Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail: [email protected]

166 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comU.K. (Bracknell)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 44City Code: 1344Website: support.euro.dell.comC

Appendix 167U.S.A. (Austin, Texas)International Access Code: 011Country Code: 1Automated Order-Status Service toll-free: 1-800-433-9014AutoTech (porta

168 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comRegulatory NoticesElectromagnetic Interference (EMI) is any signal or emission, radiated in free space or c

Appendix 169NOM Information (Mexico Only)The following information is provided on the device(s) described in this document in compliance with the requ

When Using Your Computer 174 Ground yourself by touching any unpainted metal surface on the back of the computer.While you work, periodically touch th

170 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comLimited Warranties and Return PolicyDell-branded hardware products purchased in the U.S. or Canada come wit

Appendix 171THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE (OR JURISDICTION TO JURIS

172 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comWhat do I do if I need warranty service? Before the warranty expires, please call us at the relevant number

Appendix 173During the remaining years: For the remaining period of the limited warranty, we will replace any defective part with new or refurbished p

174 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.com"Total Satisfaction" Return Policy (U.S. Only)We value our relationship with you and want to make

Appendix 175What is not covered by this limited warranty?This limited warranty does not cover:• Software, including the operating system and software

176 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comHow long does this limited warranty last?This limited warranty lasts for the time period indicated on your

Appendix 177NOTE: Before you ship the product(s) to us, make sure to back up the data on the hard drive(s) and any other storage device(s) in the prod

178 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.com"Total Satisfaction" Return Policy (Canada Only)If you are an end-user customer who bought new pr

Appendix 179Dell-Branded Peripheral ProductsDell does provide a limited warranty for new Dell-branded peripheral products (products for which Dell is

18 When Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.com

180 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comMaking a ClaimClaims must be made in Latin America or the Caribbean by contacting the Dell point of sale wi

Appendix 181Intel® Warranty Statement for Pentium® and Celeron® Processors Only (U.S. and Canada Only) Intel’s Three Year Limited WarrantyLimited

182 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.com Intel Pentium® and Celeron® Processors are backed by a three-year limited warranty. Ple

Index 183IndexAair ventsdescription, 24, 29-30system view, 24, 29-30audio connectorsdescription, 25system view, 25Bbatterycharge gauge, 46charging, 47

184 Index184 Indexfloppy driveconnecting to the parallel port, 28fixing problems, 108Hhard drivedescription, 25, 31replacing, 134system view, 25, 31ha

Index 185powerfixing problems, 51protection devices, 41turning off your computer, 42power buttondescription, 20system view, 20printercable, 38connecti

186 Index186 IndexUuninterruptible power suppliesSee UPS,42UPS, 42USB connectordescription, 28system view, 28Vvideo connectordescription, 29system vie

1SECTION 1A Tour of Your Computer Front ViewLeft ViewRight ViewBack ViewBottom View

Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates

20 A Tour of Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comFront ViewDISPLAY LATCH — Keeps the display closed.DISPLAY — For more information about your

A Tour of Your Computer 21DEVICE STATUS LIGHTSTurns on when you turn on the computer and blinks when the computer is in a power management mode.Turns

22 A Tour of Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comIf the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the light operates as follows:– Solid

A Tour of Your Computer 23KEYBOARD STATUS LIGHTSThe green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following:Turns on when the numeric keypad is

24 A Tour of Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comLeft ViewAIR VENTS — The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, w

A Tour of Your Computer 25AUDIO CONNECTORSHARD DRIVE — Stores software and data.SECURITY CABLE SLOT — Lets you attach a commercially available antithe

26 A Tour of Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comRight ViewSECURITY CABLE SLOT — Lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device to

A Tour of Your Computer 27MODULE BAY — You can install devices such as an optical drive or Dell TravelLite™ module in the module bay. For more informa

28 A Tour of Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comS-VIDEO TV-OUT CONNECTORUSB CONNECTORS (2)NETWORK CONNECTOR (RJ-45) NOTICE: The network conne

A Tour of Your Computer 29MODEM CONNECTOR (RJ-11)AIR VENT — The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the

Contents 3ContentsCAUTION: Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

30 A Tour of Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comAC ADAPTER CONNECTOR — Attach an AC adapter to the computer.The AC adapter converts AC power

A Tour of Your Computer 31Bottom ViewHARD DRIVE — Stores software and data.MINI PCI CARD AND MODEM — Covers the compartment that contains the optional

32 A Tour of Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: The computer turns on the fan when the computer gets hot. Fan noise is normal and does

2SECTION 2Setting Up Your Computer Connecting to the InternetModem and Internet Connection ProblemsTransferring Information to a New ComputerSetting U

34 Setting Up Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comConnecting to the Internet NOTE: ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country.To connect to the In

Setting Up Your Computer 354 In the next window, click the appropriate option:• If you do not have an ISP and want to select one, click Choose from a

36 Setting Up Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comCHECK THE CONNECTION — Verify that the telephone line is connected to the modem.CHECK THE TE

Setting Up Your Computer 37You can transfer the data to the new computer over a network or serial connection, or you can store it on a removable mediu

38 Setting Up Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.com2 On the Where are the files and settings? screen, select the method you chose for transferr

Setting Up Your Computer 394 Turn on the printer and then turn on the computer. If the Add New Hardware Wizard window appears, click Cancel.5 Install

4 ContentsModem and Internet Connection Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Transferring Information to a New Computer . . . . . . . . . . 36Settin

40 Setting Up Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comPrinter ProblemsCHECK THE PRINTER CABLE CONNECTIONS — Ensure that the printer cable is prope

Setting Up Your Computer 41Setting Up the Docking Device to Connect to a Network NOTE: A network adapter is also referred to as a network interface co

42 Setting Up Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comMany surge protectors have a telephone jack for modem protection. See the surge protector do

3SECTION 3Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices Using a BatteryPower ProblemsAbout the Module BayChecking the Charge on the Second BatteryRemoving an

44 Using Batteries and Module Bay Deviceswww.dell.com | support.dell.comUsing a BatteryBattery Performance NOTE: Batteries for portable computers are

Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices 45 CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may increase the risk of fire or chemical burn. Do not puncture, incinerate,

46 Using Batteries and Module Bay Deviceswww.dell.com | support.dell.comMicrosoft Windows Power MeterThe Windows power meter indicates the remaining b

Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices 47A low-battery warning occurs when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. The computer beeps

48 Using Batteries and Module Bay Deviceswww.dell.com | support.dell.com2 If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See th

Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices 49Removing and Installing a Reserve Battery1 Remove the battery (see page 47).2 Remove the reserve battery cove

Contents 5Removing and Installing Devices While the Computer Is Running. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56If the Device Screw Is Not I

50 Using Batteries and Module Bay Deviceswww.dell.com | support.dell.com4 Connect the reserve battery cable to the connector in the reserve battery co

Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices 51Storing a BatteryRemove the battery when you store your computer for an extended period of time. A battery di

52 Using Batteries and Module Bay Deviceswww.dell.com | support.dell.comIf the battery status light flashes green and orange, the battery is too hot t

Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices 53Removing and Installing Devices While the Computer Is Turned Off NOTE: If the device screw is not installed,

54 Using Batteries and Module Bay Deviceswww.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: You do not need to install the device screw unless you want to secure t

Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices 55If the Device Screw Is Installed 1 Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the c

56 Using Batteries and Module Bay Deviceswww.dell.com | support.dell.com6 Pull the device out of the module bay. NOTICE: Insert devices into the modul

Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices 57 NOTE: You do not need to install the device screw unless you want to secure the module inside the computer f

58 Using Batteries and Module Bay Deviceswww.dell.com | support.dell.com4 Pull the device out of the module bay.5 Insert the new device into the bay,

Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices 596 Pull the device out of the module bay.7 Insert the new device into the bay, push the device until you feel

6 ContentsSound and Speaker Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71If you have a problem with integrated speakers. . . . . . . . . 71If

60 Using Batteries and Module Bay Deviceswww.dell.com | support.dell.com

4SECTION 4Using the Keyboard and Touchpad Numeric KeypadKeyboard ShortcutsTouch PadCustomizing the Touch PadTouch Pad or Mouse ProblemsExternal Keyboa

62 Using the Keyboard and Touchpadwww.dell.com | support.dell.comNumeric KeypadThe keypad numbers and symbols are marked in blue on the right of the k

Using the Keyboard and Touchpad 63BatteryCD or DVD TrayDisplay FunctionsRadios (Including Wireless Networking and Bluetooth™)Power ManagementDisplays

64 Using the Keyboard and Touchpadwww.dell.com | support.dell.comSpeaker FunctionsIf no sound comes from the speakers, press and adjust the volume.Mi

Using the Keyboard and Touchpad 65Touch PadThe touch pad detects the pressure and movement of your finger to allow you to move the cursor on the displ

66 Using the Keyboard and Touchpadwww.dell.com | support.dell.com• To double-click an object, position the cursor on the object and tap twice on the t

Using the Keyboard and Touchpad 67External Keyboard ProblemsCHECK THE KEYBOARD CABLE — Shut down the computer (see page 42). Disconnect the keyboard c

68 Using the Keyboard and Touchpadwww.dell.com | support.dell.com

5SECTION 5Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Using CDs and DVDsCD or DVD problemsSound and Speaker ProblemsCopying CDsConnecting a Television to th

Contents 7Video and Display Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105If the display is blank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105I

70 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimediawww.dell.com | support.dell.comUsing CDs and DVDsFor information about using CDs and DVDs in your computer, se

Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia 71CHECK THE DRIVE FOR ERRORS — If the drive is a fixed drive:1 Remove the hard drive and floppy drive.2 Insert t

72 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimediawww.dell.com | support.dell.comTEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET — Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by te

Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia 73• DataCD allows you to copy a variety of your documents, such as spreadsheet or accounting files, to a CD for

74 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimediawww.dell.com | support.dell.com• If you want to copy files from the Internet or files from a floppy or Zip dri

Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia 753 Insert the source CD that you want to copy into the CD-RW drive.The Disc Copier project program briefly chec

76 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimediawww.dell.com | support.dell.comConnecting a Television to the Computer NOTE: Video and audio cables for connec

Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia 77S-Video and Standard AudioBefore you begin, ensure that you have the following cables:1 Turn off the computer

78 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimediawww.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: You can connect an S-video cable directly to the S-video connector on th

Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia 79S-Video and Digital AudioBefore you begin, ensure that you have the following cables:TV/digital audio adapter

8 ContentsReinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119Before You Reinstall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119Rein

80 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimediawww.dell.com | support.dell.com1 Turn off the computer and the television and/or audio device you want to conn

Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia 81Composite Video and Standard AudioBefore you begin, ensure that you have the following cables:1 Turn off the c

82 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimediawww.dell.com | support.dell.com3 Plug one end of the composite video cable in to the composite video connector

Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia 83Composite Video and Digital AudioBefore you begin, ensure that you have the following cables:1 Turn off the co

84 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimediawww.dell.com | support.dell.com2 Connect the TV/digital audio adapter cable to the S-video TV-out connector on

Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia 855 To play a DVD on the television, click the small "primary" button (resembles a bull’s-eye) at the

86 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimediawww.dell.com | support.dell.com1 Double-click the InterVideo WinDVD icon on the Windows desktop.2 Insert a DVD

Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia 87Enabling S/PDIF in the Windows Audio Driver NOTE: Enabling S/PDIF in Windows disables the sound from the headp

88 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimediawww.dell.com | support.dell.com

6SECTION 6Setting Up a Home and Office Network Connecting to a Network AdapterNetwork Setup WizardNetwork ProblemsConnecting to Wireless Local Area Ne

Contents 9Limited Warranty Terms for Dell-Branded Hardware Products (Canada Only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174"Total Satisfaction&

90 Setting Up a Home and Office Networkwww.dell.com | support.dell.comConnecting to a Network AdapterBefore you connect your computer to a network, th

Setting Up a Home and Office Network 91Network Setup WizardThe Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide you th

92 Setting Up a Home and Office Networkwww.dell.com | support.dell.comConnecting to Wireless Local Area Networks NOTE: These networking instructions d

Setting Up a Home and Office Network 93Connecting to a Network in Windows XPYour wireless network card requires proper software and drivers in order t

94 Setting Up a Home and Office Networkwww.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: The names of wireless networks that your computer can see are listed in t

Setting Up a Home and Office Network 957 Enter the name of your network in the Network name (SSID) field.8 If you are connecting to an ad-hoc network,

96 Setting Up a Home and Office Networkwww.dell.com | support.dell.comFinalizing your Network Connection (Security Settings)To finalize your connectio

Setting Up a Home and Office Network 97 NOTE: Network security settings are only provided by your network administrator and are unique to your network

98 Setting Up a Home and Office Networkwww.dell.com | support.dell.com4 From the Data encryption drop-down menu, select your data encryption type (as

Setting Up a Home and Office Network 992 Click Properties. 3 From the Network Authentication drop-down menu, select Open.Earlier versions of Dell wire