CAUTION: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to the power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage. CAUTION: Place the AC adapter in a ventilated area, such as a desk top or on the floor, when you use it to run the computer or to charge the battery. Do not cover the AC adapter with papers or other items that will reduce cooling; also, do not use the AC adapter inside a carrying case. NOTICE: When you disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp the connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly but gently to avoid damaging the cable.
S -V I D E O TV-O U T C O N N E C T O R Connects your computer to a TV. For more information, see page 33.
USB C O N N E C T O R S Connects USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer.
VIDEO CONNECTOR Connects an external monitor. For more information, see "Using the Display" in the Dell Inspiron Help file. To access the help file, see page 10.
IEEE 1394 C O N N E C T O R Use to attach devices supporting IEEE 1394 high-speed transfer rates, such as some digital video cameras. MODEM CONNECTOR Connect the telephone line to the modem connector. For information on using the modem, see the online modem documentation supplied with your computer.

NETWORK CONNECTOR

NOTICE: The network connector is slightly larger than the modem connector. To avoid damaging the computer, do not plug a telephone line into the network connector.
Connects the computer to a network. The lights next to the connector indicate activity for both wired and wireless network communications. For information on using the network adapter, see the online network adapter documentation supplied with your computer.
modem/Mini PCI card cover battery/battery bay

hard drive

air vent

memory module cover

battery latch release
M O D E M / M I N I P C I C A R D C O V E R Covers the compartment that contains the modem and Mini PCI card. See page 87. B A T T E R Y / B A T T E R Y B A Y When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to an electrical outlet. See page 27. A I R V E N T S The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from overheating.
does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. B A T T E R Y L A T C H R E L E A S E Releases the battery. See page 27 for instructions. M E M O R Y M O D U L E C O V E R Covers the compartment that contains the memory module(s) and the optical drive release lever. See page 83 and page 89. H A R D D R I V E Stores software and data. A Tour of Your Computer
Connecting to the Internet

connection you should use.
When you finish connecting the video and audio cables between your computer and your TV, you must enable your computer to work with the TV. See "Enabling the Display Settings for a TV" on page 36 to ensure that the computer recognizes and works properly with the TV.

S-Video Connection

S-video cable

audio cable

1 Turn off the computer and the TV and/or audio device that you want to connect. 2 Plug one end of the S-video cable in to the S-video TV-out connector on the computer.
3 Plug the other end of the S-video cable in to the S-video input connector on your TV.
4 Plug the single-connector end of the audio cable in to the headphone connector on your computer.
5 Plug the two RCA connectors on the other end of the audio cable in to the audio input connectors on your TV or other audio device. 6 Turn on the TV, turn on any audio device that you connected (if applicable), and then turn on the computer. 7 See "Enabling the Display Settings for a TV" on page 36 to ensure that the computer recognizes and works properly with the TV.
Composite Video Connection
composite TV-out adapter cable

composite video cable

1 Turn off the computer and the TV and/or audio device that you want to connect. 2 Connect the composite TV-out adapter cable to the S-video TV-out connector on the computer.
composite TV-out adapter cable S-video TV-out connector composite video-input connector

S-video connector

3 Plug one end of the composite video cable in to the composite video-input connector on the composite TV-out adapter cable.
4 Plug the other end of the composite video cable in to the composite video-input connector on the TV.
5 Plug the single-connector end of the audio cable in to the headphone connector on the computer.
6 Plug the two RCA connectors on the other end of the audio cable in to the audio input connectors on your TV or other audio device. 7 Turn on the TV and any audio device that you connected (if applicable), and then turn on the computer. 8 See "Enabling the Display Settings for a TV" on page 36 to ensure that the computer recognizes and works properly with the TV.

You can use the Mouse Properties window to disable the touch pad or adjust its settings. 1 Open the Control Panel, click Printers and Other Hardware, and then click Mouse. 2 In the Mouse Properties window: Click the Device Select tab to disable the touch pad. Click the Pointer tab to adjust touch pad settings.
3 Click OK to save the settings and close the window. 40
See "PC Card" on page 93 for information on supported PC Cards. NOTE: A PC Card is not a bootable device. The PC Card slot has one connector that supports a single Type I or Type II card. The PC Card slot supports CardBus technology and extended PC Cards. "Type" of card refers to its thickness, not its functionality.

PC Card Blanks

Your computer shipped with a plastic blank installed in the PC Card slot. Blanks protect unused slots from dust and other particles. Save the blank for use when no PC Card is installed in the slot; blanks from other computers may not fit your computer. To remove the blank, see "Removing a PC Card or Blank" on page 41.

Extended PC Cards

An extended PC Card (for example, a wireless network adapter) is longer than a standard PC Card and extends outside the computer. Follow these precautions when using extended PC Cards: Protect the exposed end of an installed card. Striking the end of the card can damage the system board. Always remove an extended PC Card before you pack the computer in its carrying case.
Removing a PC Card or Blank
NOTICE: Use the PC Card configuration utility (click the
icon in the taskbar) to select a card and stop it from functioning before you remove it from the computer. If you do not stop the card in the configuration utility, you could lose data. Do not attempt to eject a card by pulling its cable, if one is attached.
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. 1 Press in on the latch. For some latches, you must press the latch twice: once to pop the latch out, and then a second time to pop the card out.
2 Remove the card or blank.
3 Save a blank to use when no PC Card is installed in a slot. Blanks protect unused slots from dust and other particles. 42

Installing a PC Card

You can install a PC Card in the computer while the computer is running. The computer automatically detects the card. PC Cards are generally marked with a symbol (such as a triangle or an arrow) to indicate which end to insert into the slot. The cards are keyed to prevent incorrect insertion. If card orientation is not clear, see the documentation that came with the card. CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. To install a PC Card: 1 Hold the card with its orientation symbol pointing into the slot and the top side of the card facing up. The latch may need to be in the "in" position before you insert the card. 2 Slide the card into the slot until the card is completely seated in its connector. If you encounter too much resistance, do not force the card. Check the card orientation and try again.

Error Messages

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. If the message is not listed, see the documentation for the operating system or the program that was running when the message appeared.
B A D C O M M A N D O R F I L E N A M E Ensure that you have spelled the command correctly, put spaces in the proper place, and used the correct pathname. CD D R I V E C O N T R O L L E R F A I L U R E The CD drive does not respond to commands from the computer. See "Drive Problems" on page 57.
D A T A E R R O R The hard drive cannot read the data. See "Drive Problems" on page 57. T H E F I L E B E I N G C O P I E D I S T O O L A R G E F O R T H E D E S T I N A T I O N D R I V E The file that you are trying to copy is too large to fit on the disk, or the disk is too full. Try copying the file to a different disk or use a larger capacity disk. A F I L E N A M E C A N N O T C O N T A I N A N Y O F T H E F O L L O W I N G C H A R A C T E R S : \ / : * ? < > | Do not use these characters in filenames. I N S E R T B O O T A B L E M E D I A The operating system is trying to boot to a nonbootable CD. Insert a CD. N O T E N O U G H M E M O R Y O R R E S O U R C E S. E X I T S O M E P R O G R A M S A N D T R Y A G A I N You have too many programs open. Close all windows and open the program that you want to use. O P E R A T I N G S YS T E M N O T F O U N D Reinstall the hard drive (see page 81). If the problem persists, contact Dell (see page 101). A R E Q U I R E D. D L L F I L E W A S N O T F O U N D The program that you are trying to open is missing an essential file. Remove and then reinstall the program. 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Add or Remove Programs. 3 Select the program you want to remove. 4 Click Remove or Change/Remove and follow the prompts on the screen. 5 See the program documentation for installation instructions.

X:\ IS NOT ACCESSIBLE.

T H E D E V I C E I S N O T R E A D Y Insert a disk into the drive and try again.
IEEE 1394 Device Problems
E N S U R E T H A T T H E IEEE 1394 D E V I C E I S P R O P E R L Y I N S E R T E D I N T O T H E C O N N E C T O R
E N S U R E T H A T T H E IEEE 1394 D E V I C E I S R E C O G N I Z E D B Y W I N D O W S 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. I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I T H A D E L L - P R O V I D E D IEEE 1394 D E V I C E I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I T H A N IEEE 1394 D E V I C E N O T P R O V I D E D B Y D E L L Contact Dell (see page 101) or the IEEE 1394 device manufacturer.

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 working in MS-DOS mode or 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.
C H E C K T H E K E Y B O A R D C A B L E 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. CHECK THE EXTERNAL KEYBOARD 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 Programs, point to Accessories, and 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.
TO V E R I F Y T H A T T H E P R O B L E M I S W I T H T H E E X T E R N A L K E Y B O A R D , C H E C K T H E I N T E G R A T E D KEYBOARD 1 Shut down the computer. 2 Disconnect the external keyboard. 3 Turn on the computer. 4 From the Windows desktop, click the Start button, point to Programs, point to Accessories, and click Notepad. 5 Type some characters on the external keyboard and verify that they appear on the display. If the characters appear now but did not with the external keyboard, you may have a defective external keyboard. Contact Dell (see page 101).

Unexpected Characters

D I S A B L E T H E N U M E R I C K E Y P A D Press <Num Lk> to disable the numeric keypad if numbers are displayed instead of letters. Verify that the numbers lock light is not lit.

Lockups and Software Problems
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.
TU R N T H E C O M P U T E R O F F 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.
A program stops responding
END THE PROGRAM 1 Press <Ctrl><Shift><Esc> simultaneously. 2 Click Applications. 3 Click the program that is no longer responding. 4 Click End Task.
A program crashes repeatedly
NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on a floppy disk or CD.
C H E C K T H E S O F T W A R E D O C U M E N T A T I O N If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program.
A program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system
RUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so it runs in an environment similar to nonWindows XP operating system environments. 1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs Accessories, and then click Program Compatibility Wizard. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on the screen.
A solid blue screen appears

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. 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 M E N U S C A N T H E C O M P U T E R F O R S P Y W A R E 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. R U N T H E D E L L D I A G N O S T I C S ( S E E P A G E 55) If all tests run successfully, the error condition is related to a software problem.

Identifying Drivers

If you experience a problem with any device, identify whether the driver is the source of your problem and, if necessary, update the driver.

Windows XP

1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Under Pick a Category, click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 In the System Properties window, click the Hardware tab. 5 Click Device Manager. 6 Scroll down the list to see if any device has an exclamation point (a yellow circle with a [!]) on the device icon. If an exclamation point is next to the device name, you may need to reinstall the driver or install a new driver (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 74).
Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities
NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com provides approved drivers for Dell computers. If you install drivers obtained from other sources, your computer might not work correctly.
Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback
If a problem occurs on your computer after you install or update a driver, use Windows XP Device Driver Rollback to replace the driver with the previously installed version. 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Under Pick a Category, click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 In the System Properties window, click the Hardware tab. 5 Click Device Manager. 6 Right-click the device for which the new driver was installed and click Properties.
7 Click the Drivers tab. 8 Click Roll Back Driver. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore to return your computer to the operating state that existed before you installed the new driver.
Manually Reinstalling Drivers
1 After copying the required driver files to your hard drive, click the Start button and right-click My Computer. 2 Click Properties. 3 Click the Hardware tab and click Device Manager. 4 Double-click the type of device for which you are installing the driver (for example, Modems or Infrared devices). 5 Double-click the name of the device for which you are installing the driver. 6 Click the Driver tab and click Update Driver. 7 Click Install from a list or specific location (Advanced) and click Next. 8 Click Browse and browse to the location to which you previously extracted the driver files. 9 When the name of the appropriate driver appears, click Next. 10 Click Finish and restart your computer.
Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities
If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly configured, you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve the incompatibility. To resolve incompatibilities using the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Type hardware troubleshooter in the Search field and click the arrow to start the search. 3 Click Hardware Troubleshooter in the Search Results list. 4 In the Hardware Troubleshooter list, click I need to resolve a hardware conflict on my computer, and click Next.

Before You Begin

This chapter provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your computer. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that the following conditions exist: You have performed the steps in "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 79 and "Before Working Inside Your Computer" on page 79. You have read the safety information in your Dell Product Information Guide. A component can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in reverse order.

Recommended Tools

The procedures in this document may require the following tools: Small flat-blade screwdriver Phillips screwdriver Flash BIOS update program CD
Turning Off Your Computer
NOTICE: To avoid losing data, save and close any open files and exit any open programs before you turn

off your computer.

1 Shut down the operating system:
Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, click the Start button, and then click Turn Off Computer. In the Turn off computer window, click Turn off. The computer turns off after the operating system shutdown process finishes.
2 Ensure that the computer and any attached devices are turned off. If your computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when you shut down your operating system, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds.
Before Working Inside Your Computer
Use the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from potential damage and to help ensure your own personal safety.
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide.
CAUTION: Handle components and cards with care. Do not touch the components or contacts on a card. Hold a card by its edges or by its metal mounting bracket. Hold a component such as a processor by its edges, not by its pins. NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. NOTICE: When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its strain-relief loop, not on the cable itself. Some cables have a connector with locking tabs; if you are disconnecting this type of cable, press in on the locking tabs before you disconnect the cable. As you pull connectors apart, keep them evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins. Also, before you connect a cable, ensure that both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned. NOTICE: To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following steps before you begin working inside

Returning a Hard Drive to Dell
Return your old hard drive to Dell in its original or comparable foam packaging. Otherwise, the hard drive may be damaged in transit.
hard drive foam packaging

Memory

You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. See page 93 for information on the memory supported by your computer. Install only memory modules that are intended for your computer. NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer warranty. CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 79. 2 Turn the computer over, loosen the captive screw on the memory module cover, and lift the cover away from the computer.

captive screw

NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the memorymodule securing clips. 3 If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module:
Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory module connector until the module pops up. Remove the module from the connector.

memory module

securing clips (2 per connector)
4 Ground yourself and install the new memory module. NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot properly. No error message indicates this failure. 84
Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in the connector slot. Slide the module firmly into the slot at a 45-degree angle, and rotate the module down until it clicks into place. If you do not feel the click, remove the module and reinstall it.
5 Replace the cover. NOTICE: If the cover is difficult to close, remove the module and reinstall it. Forcing the cover to close may damage your computer. 6 Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical outlet. 7 Turn on the computer. As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information. To confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer: click the Start button, click Help and Support, and then click Computer Information.
If you ordered the optional modem at the same time that you ordered your computer, the modem is already installed CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 79. 2 Turn the computer over and loosen the captive screw on the modem/Mini PCI card cover.

Keyboard Number of keys Key travel Key spacing Layout Touch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Size: Width Height 64.88-mm (2.55-inch) sensor-active area 48.88-mm (1.92-inch) rectangle 240 cpi 85 (U.S. and Canada); 86 (Europe); 90 (Japan) 2.7 mm 0.3 (0.11 inch 0.016 inch) 19.05 mm 0.3 mm (0.75 inch 0.012 inch) QWERTY/AZERTY/Kanji
Battery Type Dimensions: Depth Height Width Weight Voltage Operating life 122.5 mm (4.8 inches) 19.2 mm (0.76 inch) 147.5 mm (5.8 inches) 486 kg (1.07 lb) (8 cell) 0.615 kg (1.35 lb) (12 cell) 14.8 VDC Can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions. See page 27 for more information on battery life. Life span (approximate) 300 discharge/charge cyclescell, "smart" lithium ion (65 WHr) 12 cell, "smart" lithium ion (96 WHr)
Battery (continued) Temperature range: Operating Storage 0 to 60C (32 to 140F) (8 cell) 0 to 35C (32 to 95F) (12 cell) 20 to 60C (4 to 140F) (8 cell) 40 to 65C (40 to 149F) (12 cell) AC Adapter Input voltage Input current (maximum) Input frequency Output current Output power Rated output voltage Dimensions: Height Width Length Weight (with cables) Temperature range: Operating Storage Physical Height 14.1-inch display 15-inch display Width Depth 43.7 mm (1.72 inches) 46.5 mm (1.83 inches) 274 mm (10.8 inches) 328 mm (12.9 inches) 0 to 35C (32 to 95F) 40 to 65C (40 to 149F) 36 mm (1.42 inches) 65 mm (2.56 inches) 169.5 mm (6.67 inches) 0.75 kg (1.65 lb) (1 lb and 10.6 oz) 100 to 240 VAC 2.5 A 50 to 60 Hz 7.7 A (maximum at 4-second pulse), 6.7 A (continuous) 130 W 19.5 VDC
Physical (continued) Weight: With optical drive, 12-cell battery, and 14.1-inch display With optical drive, 12-cell battery, and 15-inch display Environmental Temperature range: Operating Storage Relative humidity (maximum): Operating Storage Maximum vibration (measured with Dell's Random Vibration Profile): Operating Storage Maximum shock (measured with the hard drive in head-parked position and 2-ms half-sine pulse): Operating Storage Altitude (maximum): Operating Storage 15.2 to 3048 m (50 to 10,000 ft) 15.2 to 10,668 m (50 to 35,000 ft) 122 G 163 G 0.66 GRMS 1.3 GRMS 10% to 90% (noncondensing) 5% to 95% (noncondensing) 0 to 35C (32 to 95F) 40 to 65C (40 to 149F) 3.48 kg (7.68 lb) 3.70 kg (8.15 lb)

Overview

NOTE: Your operating system may automatically configure most of the options available in system setup, thus overriding options that you set through system setup. (An exception is the External Hot Key option, which you can disable or enable only through system setup.) For more information on configuring features for your operating system, see the Help and Support Center. To access help, see page 11.
The system setup screens display the current setup information and settings for your computer, such as: System configuration Boot order Boot (start-up) configuration and docking-device configuration settings Basic device-configuration settings System security and hard-drive password settings NOTICE: Unless you are an expert computer user or are directed to do so by Dell technical support, do not change the system setup settings. Certain changes might make your computer work incorrectly.

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Class A

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the manufacturers instruction manual, may cause harmful interference with radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case you will be required to correct the interference at your own expense.

Class B

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturers instruction manual, may cause interference with radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
FCC Identification Information
The following information is provided on the device or devices covered in this document in compliance with FCC regulations: Model number: PP08L Company name: Dell Inc. One Dell Way Round Rock, Texas 78682 USA 512-338-4400
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problems (continued) sound and speakers, 70 speakers, 70 spyware, 60, 65 technical support policy, 101 video and display, 72

RAM. See memory

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video problems, 72 video connector description, 20 system view, 20 volume adjusting, 70
warranty, 9 Windows XP Device Driver Rollback, 74 enabling display settings for a TV, 36 Hardware Troubleshooter, 75 Help and Support Center, 11 Program Compatibility Wizard, 64 System Restore, 76