Dell Precision M65: инструкция

Dell Precision™ Mobile

Workstation M65

Quick Reference Guide

Model PP04X

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Notes, Notices, and Cautions

NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.

NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the

problem.

CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.

Abbreviations and Acronyms

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®

If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this document to Microsoft

Windows

operating systems are not applicable.

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Information in this document is subject to change without notice.

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Model PP04X

December 2005 P/N ND660 Rev. A00

Contents

Finding Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Setting Up Your Computer

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

About Your Computer

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Front View

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Left Side View

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Right Side View

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Back View

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Bottom View

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Using a Battery

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Battery Performance

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Checking the Battery Charge

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Charging the Battery

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Replacing the Battery

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Storing a Battery

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Troubleshooting

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Dell Technical Update Service

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Dell Diagnostics

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Lockups and Software Problems

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

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 and Utilities CD (also known as ResourceCD)

• Drivers for my computer

NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD may be optional and may

• My device documentation

not ship with your computer.

• Notebook System Software (NSS)

Documentation and drivers are already installed on your

computer. You can use the CD to reinstall drivers.

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.

NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found at

support.dell.com.

• How to remove and replace parts

Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation User’s Guide

• Specifications

1

Click

Start

→

Help and Support

→

Dell User and System

• How to configure system settings

Guides

→

System Guides

.

• How to troubleshoot and solve problems

2

Click the

User’s Guide

for your computer.

• Warranty information

Dell™ Product Information Guide

• Terms and Conditions (U.S. only)

• Safety instructions

• Regulatory information

• Ergonomics information

• End User License Agreement

Quick Reference Guide 5

What Are You Looking For? Find It Here

®

®

• Service Tag and Express Service Code

Service Tag and Microsoft

Windows

License

• Microsoft Windows License Label

These labels are located on

the bottom of

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

Dell Support Website — support.dell.com

from technicians, and online courses, frequently asked

NOTE: Select your region to view the appropriate support

questions

site.

• Community — Online discussion with other Dell

NOTE: Corporate, government, and education customers

customers

can also use the customized Dell Premier Support website at

• Upgrades — Upgrade information for components, such

premier.support.dell.com.

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

To download Notebook System Software:

operating system for your computer, you should also

reinstall the NSS utility. NSS provides critical updates

1

Go to

support.dell.com

→

Downloads

.

for your operating system and support for Dell™

2

Enter your Service Tag or product model.

®

®

3.5-inch USB floppy drives, Intel

Pentium

M

3

In the

Download Category

drop-down menu, click

All

.

processors, optical drives, and USB devices. NSS is

4

Select the operating system and operating system

necessary for correct operation of your Dell computer.

language for your computer, and click

Submit.

The software automatically detects your computer and

5

Under

Select a Device

, scroll to

System and

operating system and installs the updates appropriate

Configuration Utilities

, and click

Dell Notebook System

for your configuration.

Software

.

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What Are You Looking For? Find It Here

• How to use Windows XP

Windows Help and Support Center

• How to work with programs and files

1

Click

Start

→

Help and Support

.

• How to personalize my desktop

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.

• Information on network activity, the Power Management

Dell QuickSet Help

Wizard, hotkeys, and other items controlled by Dell

To view

Dell QuickSet Help

,

right-click the icon

QuickSet

®

®

in the Microsoft

Windows

taskbar.

• 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 optional

Operating System CD.

After you reinstall your

operating system, use the

Drivers and Utilities CD

(ResourceCD) to reinstall

drivers for the devices that

came with 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).

NOTE: Do not connect the computer to the docking device until the computer has been turned on and shut down at

least once.

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About Your Computer

Front View

1

2

3

13

12

4

11

10

5

9

6

8

7

1 display latch 8 touch pad/track stick buttons

2 display 9 track stick

3 power button 10 keyboard status lights

4 device status lights 11 volume control buttons

5 speakers (2) 12 mute button

6 keyboard 13 ambient light sensor

7 touch pad

Quick Reference Guide 9

When to Use the Dell Diagnostics

If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in "Lockups and Software

Problems" on page 18 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.

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

The Dell Diagnostics is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on your hard drive.

1

Shut down the computer.

2

If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See the documentation that

came with your docking device for instructions.

3

Connect the computer to an electrical outlet.

4

The Dell Diagnostics can be invoked in one of two ways:

• Turn on the computer. When the DELL™ logo appears, press <F12> immediately. Select

Diagnostics

from the boot menu and press <Enter>.

NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the

®

®

Microsoft

Windows

desktop. Then shut down your computer and try again.

• Press and hold the <Fn> key while powering the computer on.

NOTE: If you see a message stating that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run the Dell

Diagnostics from the optional Drivers and Utilities CD.

The computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment, a series of initial tests of your system board,

keyboard, hard drive, and display.

• During the assessment, answer any questions that appear.

• If a failure is detected, the computer stops and beeps. To stop the assessment and restart the

computer, press <Esc>; to continue to the next test, press <y>; to retest the component that

failed, press <r>.

• If the Pre-boot System Assessment completes successfully, you receive the message

Booting

Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. Press any key to continue

.

5

Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive.

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Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities CD

1

Insert the

Drivers and Utilities

CD.

2

Shut down and restart the computer.

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

CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive

and press <Enter>.

4

Select the

Boot from CD-ROM

option from the menu that appears and press <Enter>.

5

Ty p e

1

to start the menu and press <Enter> to proceed.

6

Select

Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics

from the numbered list. If multiple versions are listed, select

the version appropriate for your computer.

7

When the Dell Diagnostics

Main Menu

appears, select the test that you want to run.

Dell Diagnostics Main Menu

1

After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the

Main

Menu

screen appears, click the button for the option

you want.

Option Function

Express Test Performs a quick test of devices. The 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. The 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.

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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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 system setup, 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

Drivers and Utilities

CD

,

remove the CD.

When the tests are complete, close the test screen to return to the

Main

Menu

screen. To exit the Dell

Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the

Main

Menu

screen.

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.

E

ND THE PROGRAM —

1

Press <Ctrl><Shift><Esc> simultaneously.

2

Click

Task Manager

.

3

Click

Applications

.

4

Click the program that is no longer responding.

5

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

Start

→

All Programs

→

Accessories

→

Program Compatibility Wizard

→

Next

.

2

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 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.

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

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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 15. If all tests run successfully, the error condition

is related to a software problem.

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Index

B

documentation

M

End User License

battery

Microsoft Windows label, 6

Agreement, 5

charge gauge, 13

ergonomics, 5

charging, 14

online, 6

checking the charge, 13

O

Product Information Guide, 5

performance, 12

regulatory, 5

operating system

power meter, 13

safety, 5

CD, 7

removing, 14

User’s Guide, 5

reinstalling, 7

storing, 15

warranty, 5

Operating System CD, 7

C

E

P

CDs

End User License

operating system, 7

problems

Agreement, 5

blue screen, 19

computer

ergonomics information, 5

computer crashes, 18-19

crashes, 18-19

computer does not start up, 18

slow performance, 20

computer stops responding, 18

stops responding, 18

H

Dell Diagnostics, 15

lockups, 18

hardware

program crashes, 19

Dell Diagnostics, 15

D

program stops responding, 19

Help and Support Center, 7

Dell

programs and Windows

support site, 6

help file

compatibility, 19

Windows Help and Support

slow computer

Dell Diagnostics, 15

Center, 7

performance, 20

Dell Premier Support

software, 18-19

website, 5

spyware, 20

diagnostics

L

Product Information Guide, 5

Dell, 15

labels

Microsoft Windows, 6

Service Tag, 6

Q

QuickSet Help, 7

Index 21

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R

T

regulatory information, 5

troubleshooting

Dell Diagnostics, 15

ResourceCD

Help and Support Center, 7

Dell Diagnostics, 15

U

S

User’s Guide, 5

safety instructions, 5

serial connector

description, 11

W

system view, 11

warranty information, 5

Service Tag, 6

Windows XP

software

Help and Support Center, 7

problems, 19

Program Compatibility

spyware, 20

Wizard, 19

Starting the Dell Diagnostics

reinstalling, 7

From the Drivers and

wizards

Utilities CD, 17

Program Compatibility

Starting the Dell Diagnostics

Wizard, 19

From Your Hard Drive, 16

support website, 6

system views

back, 11

bottom, 11

front, 9

left side, 10

right side, 10

22 Index