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Dell™XPS™M1710Owner'sManual Finding Information A Tour of Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer Using the Display Using the Keyboard and

docking-device connector — Lets you attach your computer to a docking device. See the documentation that came with your docking device for more infor

Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for troubleshooting information — l Ensure that the program is compatible with

Check your network settings — Contact your network administrator or the person who set up your network to verify that your network settings are corre

Contact the ExpressCard manufacturer. Power Problems  Check the power light — When the power light is lit or blinking, the computer has power. If

 Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer For optimum system performance, always use a 130-W AC adapter. Using less-powerful AC adapters may cause

Check the scanner documentation — See the scanner documentation for setup and troubleshooting information.  Unlock the scanner — Ensure that your s

 Disconnect headphones from the headphone connector — Sound from the speakers is automatically disabled when headphones are connected to the compute

If the touch pad operates correctly, the mouse may be defective.  Reinstall the touch pad driver — See Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities. Video an

Eliminate sunlight glare, which can cause poor picture quality.  Adjust the Windows display settings —  1. Click the Start button and then click Co

 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

 Manually Reinstalling Drivers  1. After extracting the driver files to your hard drive as described in the previous section, click the Start butto

Back to Contents Page  Appendix Dell™XPS™M1710Owner'sManual Using the System Setup Program Cleaning Your Computer FCC Notices (U.S

 3. Follow the instructions on the screen.  Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State If problems occur after you install a device d

To reinstall Windows XP, you need the following items: l Dell™Operating System CD l Dell Drivers and Utilities CD  Reinstalling Windows XP The

Back to Contents Page  Setting Up a Home and Office Network Dell™XPS™M1710Owner'sManual Physically Connecting to a Network or Broadband

Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) A WLAN is a series of interconnected computers that communicate with each other over the air waves rather than th

 6. Disconnect the network cable from the computer and the modem.  7. Disconnect the AC adapter cable from your wireless router to ensure that t

To access the Help and Support Center:  1. Click the Start button and click Help and Support.  2. Under Pick a Help topic, click Dell User and Sy

Checking Your Dell Mobile Broadband Card Depending on what you selected when you purchased your computer, the computer has a variety of configurations

l CD/DVD/CD-RW drive l Modular bay HDD During the boot routine, the computer starts at the top of the list and scans each enabled device for the o

CDs and DVDs If you notice problems, such as skipping, with the playback quality of your CDs or DVDs, try cleaning the discs.  1. Hold the disc by it

appropriate functionality of the computer and all Dell-installed hardware. In addition to this technician-assisted technical support, online technical

Back to Contents Page  Using a Battery Dell™XPS™M1710Owner'sManual Battery Performance Checking the Battery Charge Conserving Batt

The Windows Power Meter indicates the remaining battery charge. To check the Power Meter, double-click the icon on the taskbar. If the computer is

l Click the Start button, click Turn off computer, and then click Stand by. or l Depending on how you set the power management options in the Power

To remove the battery:  1. If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See the documentation that came with your docking de

Back to Contents Page  Using Cards Dell™XPS™M1710Owner'sManual ExpressCards Media Memory Cards Smart Cards ExpressCards Expres

Back to Contents Page  A Tour of Your Computer Dell™XPS™M1710Owner'sManual Determining Your Computer's Configuration Front View

The computer recognizes the ExpressCard and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. If the configuration program tells you to load the ma

Installing a Media Memory Card You can install a media memory card in the computer while the computer is running. The computer automatically detects t

 2. Slide the smart card into the smart card slot until the card is completely seated in its connector. The smart card will protrude approximately

Back to Contents Page  Contacting Dell Dell™XPS™M1710Owner'sManual To contact Dell electronically, you can access the following websites:

Bermuda General Support 1-800-342-0671 Bolivia General Support toll-free:800-10-0238 Brazil International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 55 City Code:

International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 420 Customer Care 225372707 Fax 225372714 Technical Fax 225372728 Switchboard 225372711 Denmark (Copen

Hong Kong International Access Code: 001 Country Code: 852 Website: support.ap.dell.com  Technical Support E-mail: [email protected]  Technical

Public Sales (government agencies, educational institutions, and medical institutions) 044-556-1469 Global Segment Japan 044-556-3469 Individual User

Country Code: 64 General Support 0800441567 Nicaragua General Support 001-800-220-1006 Norway (Lysaker) International Access Code: 00 Country Code:

International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 34 City Code: 91 Switchboard 902118541 Fax 902118539 Corporate  Technical Support 902100130 Custo

 display — For more information about your display, see Using the Display.  power button — Press to turn on the computer or to enter or exit a power

Back to Contents Page  U.S.A. (Austin, Texas) International Access Code: 011 Country Code: 1 AutoTech (portable and desktop computers) toll-free:1-8

Back to Contents Page  Using the Display Dell™XPS™M1710Owner'sManual Adjusting Brightness Switching the Video Image Setting Displa

Back to Contents Page Finding Information Dell™XPS™M1710Owner'sManual Finding Information Finding Information NOTE: Some features o

l Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact technical support. l Enter the Express Service Code to dire

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Back to Contents Page  Glossary Dell™XPS™M1710Owner'sManual Terms in this Glossary are provided for informational purposes only and may or

CD — compact disc — An optical form of storage media, typically used for audio and software programs. CD drive — A drive that uses optical technology

E ECC — error checking and correction — A type of memory that includes special circuitry for testing the accuracy of data as it passes in and out of

Microsoft Word. Other help files function as stand-alone reference sources. Help files typically have a filename extension of .hlp or .chm. hibernate

your files while you are working on them, and always save your files before you shut down the computer. Your computer can contain several different fo

 speakers — To adjust the volume of the integrated speakers, press the media control buttons or speaker-volume keyboard shortcuts. For more inform

program — Any software that processes data for you, including spreadsheet, word processor, database, and game packages. Programs require an operating

SIM — Subscriber Identity Module. A SIM card contains a microchip that encrypts voice and data transmissions. SIM cards can be used in phones or porta

W — watt — The measurement of electrical power. One W is 1 ampere of current flowing at 1 volt. WHr — watt-hour — A unit of measure commonly used to i

Back to Contents Page  Getting Help Dell™XPS™M1710Owner'sManual Obtaining Assistance Problems With Your Order Product Information

support.euro.dell.com (Europe only) l Electronic Quote Service [email protected] (Asian/Pacific countries only) [email protected] (Canada onl

Before You Call Remember to fill out the Diagnostics Checklist. If possible, turn on your computer before you call Dell for technical assistance and

Back to Contents Page  Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Dell™XPS™M1710Owner'sManual Numeric Keypad Key Combinations Touch Pad N

 Wireless Networking and Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Function  Power Management  Speaker Functions  Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions To a

The touch pad has silk screening on the right side and the bottom to indicate scrolling abilities. Scrolling is enabled by default. To disable this fe

Back to Contents Page  Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Dell™XPS™M1710Owner'sManual Playing CDs or DVDs Adjusting the Volume 

Left Side View  security cable slot — Letsyouattachacommerciallyavailableantitheftdevicetothecomputer.Formoreinformation,seethein

You can also adjust the volume with the Volume Control option through the Start menu.  1. Click the Start button, point to All Programs (or Program

 4. In the Display Properties window, click and drag the bar in Screen resolution to reduce the screen resolution setting.  5. Click the drop-d

 Helpful Tips l Use Microsoft®Windows®Explorer to drag and drop files to a CD-R or CD-RW only after you start Sonic DigitalMedia and open a Digita

 Dell MediaDirect and Dell Media Experience Help The Dell media application on your computer provides help information. When you launch the media a

l Component-out video and standard audio When you finish connecting the video and audio cables between your computer and your TV, you must enable y

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

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

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

 1. Turn off the computer and the TV and/or audio device that you want to connect.  2. Connect the component video adapter to the S-video TV-

 1. Turn off the computer and the TV and/or audio device that you want to connect.  2. Connect the component video adapter to the S-video TV-

Right Side View  smart card slot — Supports one smart card. See Smart Cards.  hard drive — Stores software and data.  ExpressCard slot — Sup

 8. See Enabling the Display Settings for a TV in Microsoft® Windows® XP to ensure that the computer recognizes and works properly with the TV. 

 Enabling the Display Settings for a TV in Microsoft®Windows®XP  Video Controller  1. Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click

Back to Contents Page  Adding and Replacing Parts Dell™XPS™M1710Owner'sManual Before You Begin Hard Drive Memory Modem Mini-

 1. Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent the computer cover from being scratched.  2. Turn off your computer. See Turning Of

 3. Slide the hard drive out of the computer.  4. Remove the new drive from its packaging. Save the original packaging for storing or shippin

 1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.  2. Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of the computer.  3. Tu

 6. Replace the memory module cover.  7. Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical o

 5. Install the replacement modem: a. Connect the modem cable to the modem. b. Align the modem with the screw holes and press the modem into

 4. If a Mini-Card is not already installed, go to step 5. If you are replacing a Mini-Card, remove the existing card: a. Disconnect the antenna c

b. Connect the antenna cables to the antenna connectors on the Mini-Card by matching the color of the cable to the color of the triangle above the co

 air vent — The computer uses fan(s) to create airflow through the vent(s), which prevents the computer from overheating. Back View  air ven

 1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.  2. Open the display and remove the hinge cover. See Hinge Cover.  3. Remove the keyboard: a

 5. Install the replacement battery: a. Insert the battery at a 30-degree angle under the release latch with the positive side up, and then push

If you ordered a card with Bluetooth wireless technology with your computer, it is already installed.  1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.

Back to Contents Page Dell™QuickSetFeatures Dell™XPS™M1710Owner'sManual Dell™QuickSetprovidesyouwitheasyaccesstoconfigureorv

Back to Contents Page  Securing Your Computer Dell™XPS™M1710Owner'sManual Security Cable Lock Passwords Computer Tracking Software

If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen l Call a law enforcement agency to report the lost or stolen computer. Include the Service Tag in your descripti

Back to Contents Page  Setting Up Your Computer Dell™XPS™M1710Owner'sManual Connecting to the Internet Transferring Information to a

Transferring Information to a New Computer The Microsoft®Windows® XP operating system provides a Files and Settings Transfer Wizard to move data fr

3. Click Finished and restart the new computer.  Running the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard Without the Operating System CD To run the Files an

Setting Up a Printer See the documentation that came with the printer for setup information, including how to: l Obtain and install updated drivers

modem connector (RJ-11)  USB connectors  digital-video interface (DVI) connector  video connector  AC adapter connector — Attaches an AC adapt

effectiveness of different devices. Many surge protectors have a telephone jack for modem protection. See the surge protector documentation for modem

Back to Contents Page  Specifications Dell™XPS™M1710Owner'sManual NOTE: Your computer comes in different configurations. To determine th

 PortsandConnectors Audio microphone-in connector, stereo headphones/speakers connector IEEE 1394a 4-pin mini, nonpowered connector Modem RJ-11 po

Display Type (active-matrix TFT) WUXGA Dimensions:  Height 245.0 mm (9.64 inches) Width 383.0 mm (15 inches) Diagonal 431.8 mm (17 inches) Maximum r

Back to Contents Page  Input voltage 90–264 VAC Input current (maximum) 2.5 A Input frequency 47–63 Hz Output current 7.7 A (maximum at 4-second puls

Back to Contents Page Dell™XPS™M1710Owner'sManual Notes, Notices, and Cautions Abbreviations and Acronyms For a complete list of abbrevia

Back to Contents Page  Traveling With Your Computer Dell™XPS™M1710Owner'sManual Identifying Your Computer Packing the Computer Tra

l Prior to entering the airplane, verify that using a computer is permitted. Some airlines forbid the use of electronic devices during flight. All ai

Back to Contents Page  Troubleshooting Dell™XPS™M1710Owner'sManual Dell Technical Update Service Dell Diagnostics Dell Support Uti

a. Turnonthecomputer.WhentheDELL™logoappears,press<F12>immediately.SelectDiagnosticsfromthebootmenuandpress<Enter>.

 subwoofer — Produces a broader bass output than is provided by the speakers.  battery charge gauge — Provides information on the battery charg

 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.

Drive Problems  Ensure that Microsoft®Windows® recognizes the drive — Click the Start button and click My Computer. If the floppy, CD, or DVD dri

l Ensure that the sound is not caused by the program that is running. l Ensure that the disk or disc is inserted properly.  Hard Drive Problems 

 1. Click the Start button and click Control Panel.  2. Click Printers and Other Hardware.  3. Click Phone and Modem Options.  4. Click t

Drive not ready — The operation requires a hard drive in the bay before it can continue. Install a hard drive in the hard drive bay. See Hard Drive.

 Keyboard clock line failure — For external keyboards, check the cable connection. Run the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics. See Del

 Not enough memory or resources. Exit some programs and try again — You have too many programs open. Close all windows and open the program that you

Unexpected interrupt in protected mode — The keyboard controller may be malfunctioning, or a memory module may be loose. Run the System Memory tests

 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 def

 4. Click End Task.  Check the software documentation — If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program.  A Program Is Designed for an