Dell 4000 Laptop User Manual


 
Contents 5
Windows Error Messages
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General Program Problems
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A program crashes
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A program stops responding
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A solid blue screen appears
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Internet Connection Problems
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If you have a problem with your Dellnet account
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E-Mail Problems
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If Your Computer Gets Wet
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If You Drop or Damage Your Computer
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Resolving Other Technical Problems
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Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities
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Reinstalling Windows
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Reinstalling Windows Me and Windows 98
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Reinstalling Windows 2000
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Recreating the Hibernate File (Windows 98 Only)
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Boot (Restart) Your Computer With the
Drivers and Utilities CD
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Delete the Old Hibernate File
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Create the Hibernate File
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Adding Parts
Replacing the Palm Rests
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Replacing the Display Cover
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Using the Advanced Port Replicator
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Connecting External Devices to the APR
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APR Controls and Indicators
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Docking the Computer
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