Manuals

Manuals
Dell Precision Mobile Workstation M50 User's Guide

Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M50 User's Guide

Finding Information

Safety and EMC Instructions

Documentation Updates

Using Microsoft® Windows®

Using Devices

Using the Drivers and Utilities CD

Fixing Problems

Installing Parts

About Your Computer

Front View

Left Side View

Right Side View

Back View

Bottom View

About Microsoft® Windows® XP

Switching to Classic View

Desktop Cleanup Wizard

Files and Settings Transfer Wizard

Program Compatibility Wizard

User Accounts and Fast User Switching

Home and Small Office Networking

Internet Connection Firewall

Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad

Numeric Keypad

Keyboard Shortcuts

Touch Pad

Track Stick

Using the Display

Switching the Video Image

Setting Display Resolution

Using the Module Bay

Swapping Devices While the Computer Is Turned Off

Swapping Devices While the Computer Is Running

Using the CD or DVD Tray

Adjusting the Volume

Using a Battery

Battery Performance

Checking the Battery Charge

Charging the Battery

Removing a Battery

Installing a Battery

Storing a Battery

Power Management

Management Tips

Power Management Modes

Power Options Properties

Using PC Cards

PC Card Blanks

Extended PC Cards

Installing a PC Card

Removing a PC Card or Blank

Traveling With Your Computer

Identifying Your Computer

Packing the Computer

Travel Tips

Passwords

About Passwords

Using a Primary Password

Using an Administrator Password

Using a Hard Drive Password

Assigning an Asset Tag

Solving Problems

Error Messages

Video and Display Problems

Sound and Speaker Problems

Printer Problems

Modem and Internet Connection Problems

Touch Pad or Mouse Problems

External Keyboard Problems

Unexpected Characters

PC Card Problems

Drive Problems

Network Problems

General Program Problems

Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities

If Your Computer Gets Wet

If You Drop or Damage Your Computer

Using Dell Diagnostics

When to Use the Dell Diagnostics

Features of the Dell Diagnostics

Starting the Dell Diagnostics

Advanced Testing

Confirming the System Configuration Information

Cleaning Your Computer

Display

Touch Pad

Floppy Drive

CD, CD-RW, DVD, and Combination Drives

Reinstalling Software

Using the Microsoft® Windows® XP Device Driver Rollback

Using System Restore

Adding and Replacing Parts

Adding a Mini PCI Card

Replacing the Hard Drive

Connecting a TV to the Computer

Using the System Setup Program

Viewing the System Setup Screens

System Setup Screens

Commonly Used Options

Getting Help

Technical Assistance

Problems With Your Order

Product Information

Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit

Before You Call

Contacting Dell

Specifications

Appendix

Regulatory Notices

ENERGY STAR® Compliance

ENERGY STAR® Emblem

Macrovision Product Notice

Warranty and Return Policy

Glossary


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

For a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see the Glossary.

This document describes the features and operation of your computer. This document is stored on your computer hard drive. For information on other documentation included with your computer, see "Finding Information."

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