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54 Quick Reference Guide
• Ensure that the memory you are using is supported by your computer. For more
information about the type of memory supported by your computer, see "Memory"
in
your User’s Guide
.
• Run the Dell Diagnostics (See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 41).
Mouse Problems
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide
.
C
HECK THE MOUSE CABLE —
• Ensure that the cable is not damaged or frayed and check cable connectors for bent or
broken pins. Straighten any bent pins.
• Remove any mouse extension cables, and connect the mouse directly to the computer.
• Verify that the mouse cable is connected as shown on the setup diagram for your
computer.
RESTART THE COMPUTER —
1
Simultaneously press <Ctrl><Esc> to display the
Start
menu.
2
Press <u>,
press the up- and down-arrow keys
to highlight
Shut down
or
Tu rn
Off
, and then press <Enter>.
3
After the computer turns off, reconnect the mouse cable as shown on the setup
diagram.
4
Turn on the computer.
TEST THE MOUSE — Connect a properly working mouse to the computer, then try
using the mouse.
C
HECK THE MOUSE SETTINGS —
Windows XP:
1
Click
Start
→
Control Panel
→
Mouse
.
2
Adjust the settings as needed.
Windows Vista:
1
Click
Start
→
Control Panel
→
Hardware and Sound
→
Mouse
.
2
Adjust the settings as needed.
REINSTALL THE MOUSE DRIVER — See "Drivers" in your User’s Guide.
R
UN THE HARDWARE TROUBLESHOOTER — See "Hardware Troubleshooter" on
page 41.