Dell Inspiron 8200 Bedienungsanleitung

www.dell.com | support.dell.comDell™ Inspiron™ 8200Owner’s Manual1H018bk3.book Page 1 Monday, October 14, 2002 2:26 PM

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

100 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTICE: The Operating System CD provides options for reinstalling Windows XP. The options can over

Solving Problems 1015 Press to select the highlighted partition (recommended), and then follow the instructions on the screen. HINT: The time requir

102 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.com7 If you are reinstalling Windows XP Professional, you may be prompted to provide further network i

SECTION 3Adding and Replacing Parts Replacing the Palm RestsAdding MemoryReplacing the Hard Drive1H018bk3.book Page 103 Monday, October 14, 2002 2:

104 Adding and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.comReplacing the Palm Rests1 Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut

Adding and Replacing Parts 105Adding MemoryYou can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. See "Specifica

106 Adding and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.com6 Turn the computer over, remove the screw(s) from the memory module cover, and lift up t

Adding and Replacing Parts 107 NOTICE: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module in the connector labeled “JDIM

108 Adding and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.com10 Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer an

Adding and Replacing Parts 109 HINT: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell.To replace

CAUTION: Safety Instructions 11• If you are using a multiple-outlet power strip, use caution when plugging the AC adapter’s power cable into the power

110 Adding and Replacing Partswww.dell.com | support.dell.com10 Slide the hard drive out of the computer.11 Remove the new drive from its packaging.Sa

SECTION 4AppendixSpecificationsSystem Setup OverviewDell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)Contacting DellRegulatory NoticesLimited Warranties and R

112 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comSpecificationsMicroprocessorMicroprocessor types Intel® Mobile Pentium® 4L1 cache 8 KB (internal)L2 cache 5

Appendix 113Maximum memory 1024 MBMemory access time: clock speed 266 MHzPorts and ConnectorsSerial 9-pin connector; 16550C-compatible,16-byte buffer

114 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comNetwork adapter 10/100 Ethernet LAN on system boardWireless internal Mini PCI Wi-Fi (802.11b) wireless supp

Appendix 115DisplayType (active-matrix TFT) SXGA+, UXGA, or Dell UltraSharp™ UXGA TFTDimensions:Height 228.1 mm (9 inches)Width 304.1 mm (12 inches)Di

116 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comTouch PadX/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) 240 cpiSize:Width 64.88-mm (2.55-inch) sensor-active

Appendix 117AC AdapterInput voltage 90 to 135 VAC and 164 to 264 VACInput current (maximum) 1.5 AInput frequency 47 to 63 HzOutput current 5.5 A (maxi

118 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 119System Setup Overview HINT: Your operating system may automatically configure most of the options available in the system setup program, t

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

120 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comA box in the upper-right corner of the screen displays help information for the currently highlighted optio

Appendix 121• 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

122 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comDell provides limited technical support for the computer and any “Dell-installed” software and peripherals1

Appendix 123Returning Items for Warranty Repair or CreditPrepare all items being returned, whether for repair or credit, as follows:1 Call Dell to obt

124 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comContacting DellTo contact Dell electronically, you can access the following websites:• www.dell.com• suppor

Appendix 125Australia (Sydney)International Access Code: 0011Country Code: 61City Code: 2E-mail (Australia): [email protected] (New Zeala

126 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comBermuda General Support 1-800-342-0671Bolivia General Support toll-free: 800-10-0238BrazilInternational Acc

Appendix 127China (Xiamen)Country Code: 86City Code: 592Tech Support website: support.ap.dell.com/chinaTech Support E-mail: [email protected] Su

128 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comDenmark (Copenhagen)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 45 Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail Supp

Appendix 129France (Paris) (Montpellier)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 33City Codes: (1) (4)Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail: support.

When Using Your Computer 13When Using Your ComputerObserve the following safe-handling guidelines to prevent damage to your computer:• When setting up

130 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comHong KongInternational Access Code: 001Country Code: 852Technical Support (Dimension™ and Inspiron™) 296 93

Appendix 131Italy (Milan)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 39City Code: 02Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail: support.euro.dell.com/it/it/e

132 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comJapan (Kawasaki)International Access Code: 001Country Code: 81City Code: 44Website: support.jp.dell.comTech

Appendix 133Latin America Customer Technical Support (Austin, Texas, U.S.A.)512 728-4093Customer Service (Austin, Texas, U.S.A.) 512 728-3619Fax (Tech

134 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comMexicoInternational Access Code: 00Country Code: 52Customer Technical Support 001-877-384-8979or 001-877-26

Appendix 135Norway (Lysaker)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 47Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail Support (portable computers):nor_nbk_sup

136 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comPuerto Rico General Support 1-800-805-7545St. Kitts and Nevis General Support toll-free: 1-877-441-4731St.

Appendix 137Sweden (Upplands Vasby)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 46City Code: 8Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail: [email protected]

138 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comThailandInternational Access Code: 001Country Code: 66Technical Support toll-free: 0880 060 07Customer Serv

Appendix 139U.S.A. (Austin, Texas)International Access Code: 011Country Code: 1Automated Order-Status Service toll-free: 1-800-433-9014AutoTech (porta

14 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

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

Appendix 141Dell computers are designed, tested, and classified for their intended electromagnetic environment. These electromagnetic environment clas

142 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comNOM Information (Mexico Only)The following information is provided on the device(s) described in this docum

Appendix 143CE Mark NoticeThis equipment complies with the essential requirements of the European Union Directive 1999/5/EC.1H018bk3.book Page 143 M

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Appendix 145Limited Warranties and Return PolicyDell-branded hardware products purchased in the U.S. or Canada come with either a 90-day (U.S. only),

146 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comSOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE L

Appendix 147If we determine that the product is not covered under this warranty, we will notify you and inform you of service alternatives that are av

148 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comWhat do I do if I am not satisfied?We pride ourselves on our great customer service. If you are not satisfi

Appendix 149• Reconditioned or Refurbished Dell-Branded Hardware Products and Parts — All reconditioned or refurbished Dell-branded server and storage

When Using Your Computer 154 Ground yourself by touching the unpainted metal surface of the I/O panel on the back of the computer.While you work, peri

150 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comWE DO NOT ACCEPT LIABILITY BEYOND THE REMEDIES PROVIDED FOR IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT OR FOR SPECIAL, INDI

Appendix 151When you contact us, we will issue a Return Material Authorization Number for you to include with your return. You must return the product

152 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comWhat do I do if I am not satisfied?We pride ourselves on our great customer service. If you are not satisfi

Appendix 153To return products, you must call Dell Customer Service at 1-800-387-5759 to receive a Credit Return Authorization Number. To expedite the

154 Appendixwww.dell.com | support.dell.comOne-Year End-User Manufacturer Guarantee (Latin America and the Caribbean Only)GuaranteeDell Computer Corpo

Appendix 155Dell Computer de Colombia CorporationCarrera 7 #115-33 Oficina 603Bogota, ColombiaDell Computer de Mexico SA de CVPaseo de la Reforma 2620

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Index 157IndexBbattery, 72BIOS, 119CCD-RW driveblank discs, 40copying CDs, 39Easy CD Creator Basic, 40fixing problems, 86charactersunexpected, 82compu

158 Index158 IndexMmemoryadding, 105removing, 106messagesstart-up, 74Nnetworkfixing problems, 87setting up the docking device, 65Ppalm rest, 104PC Car

Index 159Wwarranty, 145wet computer, 90Windows XPdevice driver rollback, 93help, 72reinstalling, 991H018bk3.book Page 159 Monday, October 14, 2002

16 When Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comErgonomic Computing Habits CAUTION: Improper or prolonged keyboard use may result in injury

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DELL INFORMATION DEVELOPMENTPostscript Imaging and Printing SpecificationsENGLISH(Completed by Information Development)LOCALIZATION (Heavily outlined

FILE NAME(S) & PAGE COUNT:Section FilenamePage Count Page Numbers* Localization Supplier:Revise file name,page count, and page number columnsFull

When Using Your Computer 1714321 display screen at or below eye level 3 arms at desk level2 feet flat on the floor 4 wrists relaxed and flat1H018bk3.b

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SECTION 1Setting Up and Using Your Computer A Tour of Your ComputerTransferring Information to a New Computer With Microsoft® Windows® XPSetting Up a

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

20 Setting Up and Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comA Tour of Your ComputerFront ViewDISPLAY LATCH — Keeps the display closed.DISPLAY

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 21DEVICE STATUS LIGHTSIf the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the light operates as follows:– Solid

22 Setting Up and Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comAIR VENTS — The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents,

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 23KEYBOARD — The keyboard includes a numeric keypad as well as the Microsoft® Windows® logo key . For information o

24 Setting Up and Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTICE: Turn off your computer by performing a Windows shutdown (see page 42). Ot

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 25FIXED OPTICAL DRIVE — Accommodates devices such as a CD drive, DVD drive, CD-RW drive, or CD-RW/DVD combo drive.S

26 Setting Up and Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comNETWORK CONNECTOR NOTICE: The network connector is slightly larger than the modem

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 27Right Side ViewSPEAKERS — Press the volume control buttons or volume control keyboard shortcuts to adjust the vol

28 Setting Up and Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTICE: Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it will work with the sec

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 29PC CARD SLOT — Has two connectors that support various types of PC Cards, including modems and network adapters.

Contents 3ContentsCAUTION: Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

30 Setting Up and Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comAIR VENTS — The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents,

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 31The AC adapter converts AC power to the DC power required by the computer. You can connect the AC adapter with yo

32 Setting Up and Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comVIDEO CONNECTORDOCKING CONNECTOR HINT: Docking devices may not be available in all

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 33USB CONNECTORBottom ViewMEMORY MODULE AND MODEM COVER — Protects the memory module(s) and the modem daughter card

34 Setting Up and Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comMINI PCI CARD COVER — Covers the compartment that contains the optional Mini PCI c

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 354 Turn on the printer and then turn on the computer. If the Add New Hardware Wizard window appears, click Cancel.

36 Setting Up and Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comTransferring Information to a New Computer With Microsoft® Windows® XPWindows XP p

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 372 On the welcome screen, click Next.3 On the Which computer is this? screen, select New Computer, and then click

38 Setting Up and Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comIf you are using a dial-up connection, connect a telephone line to the modem conne

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 39If you are having problems connecting to the Internet, see "Modem and Internet Connection Problems" on

4 ContentsConnecting to the Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Setting Up Your Internet Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38C

40 Setting Up and Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comUsing Easy CD Creator BasicSee the Easy CD Creator Basic documentation for instruc

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 41• Do not burn a blank CD-R or CD-RW disc to its maximum capacity; for example, do not copy a 650-MB file to a 650

42 Setting Up and Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.com HINT: Yo u mu st u se CD-R discs to burn music CDs that you want to play in re

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 43 NOTICE: Insert devices before you dock and turn on the computer.5Insert the new device into the bay, and push it

44 Setting Up and Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comSwapping Devices While the Computer Is Running NOTICE: To prevent damage to the do

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 45Button Functions1 Provides access to support and educational tools that Dell installed on your computer.2 Launche

46 Setting Up and Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comNumeric Keypad HINT: When you connect an external PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 keypad to

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 47Keyboard ShortcutsSystem FunctionsDisplay FunctionsPower ManagementSpeaker FunctionsOpens the Windows Security wi

48 Setting Up and Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comMicrosoft® Windows® Logo Key FunctionsTo adjust keyboard operation, such as the ch

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 49Touch PadThe touch pad detects the pressure and movement of your finger to allow you to move the cursor on the di

Contents 5Power Protection Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65Surge Protectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66L

50 Setting Up and Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.com• To double-click an object, position the cursor on the object and tap twice on th

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 511 Pull the cap off the track stick.2 Align the new cap over the square track stick post and gently press the cap

52 Setting Up and Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.com4 Press the right-arrow key to change the setting to a COM port.Ensure that the CO

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 53For televisions and audio devices without support for S/PDIF digital audio, you can use the audio connector on th

54 Setting Up and Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comS-Video and Standard AudioBefore you begin, ensure that you have the following cab

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 55 HINT: You can connect an S-video cable directly to the S-video connector on the computer (without the video adap

56 Setting Up and Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comS-Video and Digital AudioBefore you begin, ensure that you have the following cabl

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 571 Turn off the computer and the television and/or audio device you want to connect.2 Connect the TV/digital audio

58 Setting Up and Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comComposite Video and Standard AudioBefore you begin, ensure that you have the follo

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 593 Plug one end of the composite video cable into the composite video connector on the TV/digital audio adapter ca

6 ContentsIf you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, or DVD drive tray . . . . . 85If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound . . . . . . 85If t

60 Setting Up and Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comComposite Video and Digital AudioBefore you begin, ensure that you have the follow

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 611 Turn off the computer and the television and/or audio device you want to connect.2 Connect the TV/digital audio

62 Setting Up and Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.com4 Click the TwinView tab or the nView tab, depending on the video card you have.5

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 634 To enable digital audio, click to check Enable S/PDIF.To disable digital audio, click to uncheck Enable S/PDI

64 Setting Up and Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.com8 Insert a DVD into the DVD drive.If the DVD begins playing, click the stop button

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 65 HINT: Icon labels may be visible only when you place the pointer over the icon.5 Select one of the four options

66 Setting Up and Using Your Computerwww.dell.com | support.dell.comSurge ProtectorsSurge protectors and power strips equipped with surge protection h

Setting Up and Using Your Computer 67 HINT: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to a UPS. Connect other devices, such

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SECTION 2Solving Problems Finding SolutionsAccessing HelpPower ProblemsStart-Up Error MessagesVideo and Display ProblemsSound and Speaker ProblemsPrin

Contents 7Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99Before You Reinstall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99Rei

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

Solving Problems 71See page 75.See page 77.See page 78.See page 79.See page 80.See page 87.See page 82.See page 89.See page 90.See page 87.See page 90

72 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comAccessing HelpPower Problems HINT: See the Tell Me How help file for information on standby mode. To

Solving Problems 73Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your ComputerYour computer’s Intel® Mobile Pentium®4 microprocessor requires more power than the micr

74 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTICE: Do not use an AC adapter rated under 70 W or a battery rated under 3600 mAh in this compute

Solving Problems 75Video and Display ProblemsIf the display is blank HINT: If you are using a program that requires a higher resolution than your comp

76 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comIf the display is difficult to readIf only part of the display is readableSWITCH THE VIDEO IMAGE — I

Solving Problems 77Sound and Speaker ProblemsIf you have a problem with integrated speakersIf you have a problem with external speakers HINT: The volu

78 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comPrinter ProblemsTEST THE SPEAKERS — Plug the speaker audio cable into the line-out connector on the

Solving Problems 79Modem and Internet Connection Problems NOTICE: Connect the modem to an analog telephone wall jack only. Connecting the modem to a d

8 ContentsLimited Warranty Terms for Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149"Total Satisfaction" Return Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

80 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comScanner ProblemsCHECK THE TELEPHONE LINE — Try using a different telephone line. If you are using a

Solving Problems 81Touch Pad or Mouse ProblemsCHECK THE SCANNER CABLE CONNECTION — Ensure that the scanner cable is firmly connected to the computer a

82 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comExternal Keyboard Problems HINT: When you attach an external keyboard, the integrated keyboard remai

Solving Problems 83Drive Problems HINT: For information on saving files to a floppy disk, see the Tell Me How help file. To access the help file, see

84 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comIf you cannot play a CD, CD-RW, or DVD HINT: Because of different worldwide file types, not all DVD

Solving Problems 85If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, or DVD drive trayIf you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding soundREINSTALL THE DRIVE1 Save a

86 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comIf the CD-RW drive stops writingIf you have problems with a hard drivePC Card ProblemsDISABLE STANDB

Solving Problems 87Network ProblemsError MessagesIf the message is not listed, see the documentation for the operating system or the application progr

88 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comA FILENAME CANNOT CONTAIN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING CHARACTERS: \ / : * ? “ < > | — Do not use t

Solving Problems 89General Program ProblemsA program crashes HINT: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on a fl

CAUTION: Safety Instructions 9CAUTION: Safety InstructionsUse the following safety guidelines to help ensure your own personal safety and to help prot

90 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comE-Mail ProblemsResolving Other Technical ProblemsIf Your Computer Gets Wet CAUTION: Perform this pr

Solving Problems 915 Remove the battery.6 Wipe off the battery and put it in a safe place to dry.7 Remove the hard drive (see page 108).8 Remove the m

92 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comIf the computer does not start, or if you cannot identify the damaged components, contact Dell (see

Solving Problems 93Reinstalling Drivers NOTICE: The Dell Support website and your Drivers and Utilities CD provide approved drivers for Dell™ computer

94 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.comtime that you run the CD, it might prompt you to install setup files. Click OK, and follow the instr

Solving Problems 956 Double-click the name of the device for which you are installing the driver.7 Click the Driver tab and then click Update Driver.8

96 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.com8 Double-click the icon for the specific device in the expanded list.The Properties window appears.

Solving Problems 97 NOTICE: It is important to make regular backups of your data files. System Restore does not monitor changes to or recover your dat

98 Solving Problemswww.dell.com | support.dell.com5 Click Create.6 Click OK.Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating StateIf problems occur afte

Solving Problems 99Undoing the Last System Restore NOTICE: Save and close all open files and exit all open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any