Dell Latitude 110L User manual

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Dell™ Latitude™ 110L
Quick Reference Guide
Model PP10S

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 User’s Guide (depending on your operating system,
double-click the
User’s Guide icon on your Microsoft
®
Windows
®
desktop, or click the Start button, click Help
and Support Center
, and then click User and system guides ).
If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this document to Microsoft
®
Windows
®
operating systems are not applicable.
The
Drivers and Utilities CD and Operating System CD are optional and may not ship with all computers.
_________________
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
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Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden.
Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Latitude are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks
of Microsoft Corporation; Intel,Celeron,and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products.
Dell Inc. disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own.
Model PP10S
January 2005 P/N D8854 Rev. A00

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Contents
Finding Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Setting Up Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
About Your Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Front View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Left View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Right View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Back View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Bottom View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Using a Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Battery Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Checking the Battery Charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Microsoft®Windows®Power Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Low-Battery Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Recalibrating a Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Recalibrating a Battery When the Recalibrating Message Appears . . . 16
Recalibrating a Battery Using the System Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . 17
Removing a Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Installing a Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Storing a Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Notebook System Software (NSS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Lockups and Software Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
The computer does not start up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
The computer stops responding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
A program stops responding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
A program crashes repeatedly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft®
Windows®operating system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
A solid blue screen appears . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Other software problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Running the Dell Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

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When to Use the Dell Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive. . . . . . . 21
Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Optional
Drivers and Utilities CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Dell Diagnostics Main Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

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Finding Information
NOTE: Some features may not be available for your computer or in certain countries.
NOTE: Additional information may ship with your computer.
What Are You Looking For? Find It Here
• A diagnostic program for my computer
• Drivers for my computer
• My computer documentation
• My device documentation
• Notebook System Software (NSS)
Drivers and Utilities CD (also known as ResourceCD)
Documentation and drivers are already installed on your
computer. You can use the CD to reinstall drivers, run the
Dell Diagnostics, or access your documentation.
Readme files may be
included on your CD to
provide last-minute
updates about technical
changes to your
computer or advanced
technical-reference
material for technicians
or experienced users.
NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found at
support.dell.com.
NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD is optional and may not
ship with your computer.
• Warranty information
• Terms and Conditions (U.S. only)
• Safety instructions
• Regulatory information
• Ergonomics information
• End User License Agreement
Dell™ Product Information Guide

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• How to remove and replace parts
• Specifications
• How to configure system settings
• How to troubleshoot and solve problems
User’s Guide
Microsoft®Windows®XP Help and Support Center
1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support .
2 Click User’s and system guides and click User’s guides .
The User’s Guide is also available on the Drivers and
Utilities
CD .
NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD is optional and may not
ship with your computer.
• Service Tag and Express Service Code
• Microsoft Windows License Label
Service Tag and Microsoft Windows License
These labels are located on
the bottom of your computer.
• Use the Service Tag to
identify your
computer when you
use
support.dell.com
or contact technical
support.
• Enter the Express Service Code to direct your call when
contacting technical support. The Express Service Code
may not be available in certain countries.
What Are You Looking For? Find It Here

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• Solutions — Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles
from technicians, online courses, frequently asked
questions
• Community — Online discussion with other Dell
customers
• Upgrades — Upgrade information for components, such
as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system
• Customer Care — Contact information, service call and
order status, warranty, and repair information
• Service and support — Service call status and support
history, service contract, online discussions with
technical support
• Reference — Computer documentation, details on my
computer configuration, product specifications, and
white papers
• Downloads — Certified drivers, patches, and software
updates
• Notebook System Software (NSS)— If you reinstall the
operating system for your computer, you should also
reinstall the NSS utility. NSS provides critical updates
for your operating system and support for Dell™
3.5-inch USB floppy drives, Intel
®
Pentium
®
M
processors, Intel Celeron
®
M processors, optical drives,
and USB devices. NSS is necessary for correct operation
of your Dell computer. The software automatically
detects your computer and operating system and installs
the updates appropriate for your configuration.
To download Notebook System Software:
1. Go to
support.dell.com and click Downloads .
2. Enter your Service Tag or product model.
3. In the
Download Category drop-down menu, click
All .
4. Select the operating system and operating system
language for your computer, and click
Submit .
5. Under Select a Device, scroll to
System and
Configuration Utilities
, and click Dell Notebook
System Software
.
Dell Support Website — support.dell.com
NOTE: Select your region to view the appropriate
support site.
NOTE: Corporate, government, and education customers
can also use the customized Dell Premier Support website
at premier.support.dell.com.The website may not be
available in all regions.
What Are You Looking For? Find It Here

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Setting Up Your Computer
CAUTION: Before you perform the following procedures, see the safety instructions in the Product
Information Guide.
1 Unpack the accessories box.
2 Set aside the contents of the accessories box, which you will need to complete your computer
setup.
The accessories box also contains user documentation and any software or additional
hardware (such as PC Cards, drives, or batteries) that you have ordered.
3 Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter connector on the computer and to the electrical
outlet.
• How to use Windows XP
• Documentation for my computer
• Documentation for devices (such as a modem)
Windows Help and Support Center
1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support .
2 Type a word or phrase that describes your problem and
click the arrow icon.
3 Click the topic that describes your problem.
4 Follow the instructions on the screen.
• How to reinstall my operating system
Operating System CD
The operating system is already installed on your
computer. To reinstall your operating system, use the
Operating System CD. See your User’s Guide for
instructions.
After you reinstall your
operating system, use the
Drivers and Utilities CD
to reinstall drivers for the
devices that came with
your computer.
Your operating system
product key label is
located on your
computer.
NOTE: The color of your CD varies based on the operating
system you ordered.
NOTE: The Operating System CD is optional and may not
ship with your computer.
What Are You Looking For? Find It Here

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CAUTION: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and
power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to
the power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage.
NOTICE: When using the AC adapter, secure the cable so that the cable is not pulled, tangled, stepped
on, or crushed by objects such as chair legs or desk supports.
NOTICE: When you disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp the connector, not the
cable itself, and pull firmly but gently to avoid damaging the cable. When you wrap the AC adapter cable,
ensure that you follow the angle of the connector on the AC adapter to avoid damaging the cable.
NOTE: Do not connect the computer to the USB port replicator until the computer has been turned on
and shut down at least once.
4 Open the computer display and press the power button to turn on the computer.

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About Your Computer
See your online User’s Guide for detailed information about your computer. To access the User’s Guide
(depending on your operating system), either double-click the
User’s Guide icon on your desktop, or
click the
Start button, click Help and Support Center , and then click User and system guides . The
following items address some of the more commonly asked questions about the computer.
•
Modem and network adapter: The computer may include both a v.90 56K modem and a 10/100
Ethernet network adapter on the system board. For connector locations, see "Back View" on
page 12. For more information on ports and connectors, see "About Your Computer" in your
online
User’s Guide .
•
Battery life and usage: Various batteries are available for use with your computer. Performing
certain types of operations, such as extended wireless operation, can significantly reduce
battery life and operating time.
For more information about battery performance and usage, see "Using a Battery" on page 13.
For more information about conserving power, see your
User’s Guide .
power button

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• Port Replicator: Your computer supports the USB Mobile Advanced port replicator.
NOTE: Docking devices may not be available in all countries.
– For information on your optional docking device, see the documentation that
accompanied the device.
– For information on obtaining optimal performance when using a docking device with this
computer, see "Solving Problems" in your
User’s Guide .
Front View
touch pad
display latch release
display
device status lights
touch pad buttons (2)
speakers (2)
hard drive and
keyboard status lights
power button
keyboard
hard drive

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Left View
Right View
Back View
CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Do not store
your computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. Restricting
the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire.
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the computer, wait 5 seconds after you turn off the computer before you
disconnect an external device.
audio connectors (2) PC Card slot
battery optical drive

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Bottom View
Using a Battery
Battery Performance
CAUTION: Before you perform the following procedures, see the safety instructions in the Product
Information Guide.
security cable slot
network connector (RJ-45)
USB connectors (3)
modem connector (RJ-11)
video connector
AC adapter connector
hard drive
fan
memory module
cover
battery
battery-bay
latch release

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NOTE: For more information about the Dell warranty for your computer, see the Product Information
Guide or separate paper warranty document that shipped with your computer.
For optimal computer performance and to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your Dell™
computer with the battery installed at all times. Use a battery to run the computer when it is not
connected to an electrical outlet. One battery is supplied as standard equipment in the battery bay.
Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions.
NOTE: Battery operating time (the time it can hold a charge) decreases over time. Depending on how
often the battery is used and the conditions under which it is used, you may need to purchase a new
battery during the life of your computer.
Operating time is significantly reduced when you perform operations including, but not limited to,
the following:
• Using optical drives, such as DVD or CD drives
• Using wireless-network communications devices, PC Cards, or USB devices
• Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other power-intensive programs
such as 3D games
• Running the computer in maximum performance mode
NOTE: It is recommended that you connect your computer to an electrical outlet when it is writing to a
CD or DVD.
CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. Replace the
battery only with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. The lithium-ion battery and the NiMH are
designed to work with your Dell computer. Do not use a battery from other computers with your
computer.
CAUTION: Do not dispose of batteries with household waste. When your battery no longer holds a
charge, call your local waste disposal or environmental agency for advice on disposing of a lithium-ion
or a NiMH battery. See "Battery Disposal" in the Product Information Guide.
CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may increase the risk of fire or chemical burn. Do not puncture,
incinerate, disassemble, or expose the battery to temperatures above 65°C (149°F). Keep the battery
away from children. Handle damaged or leaking batteries with extreme care. Damaged batteries may
leak and cause personal injury or equipment damage.
Checking the Battery Charge
The Dell QuickSet Battery Meter, the Microsoft
®
Windows
®
Power Meter window and icon,
and the low-battery warning provide information on the battery charge.
Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter
If Dell QuickSet is installed, press <Fn><F3> to display the QuickSet Battery Meter.
The
Battery Meter window displays status, charge level, and charge completion time for the battery
in your computer.
The following icons appear in the
Battery Meter window:

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For more information about QuickSet, right-click the icon in the notification area (located in
the lower-right corner of the Windows desktop), and click
Help .
Microsoft®Windows®Power Meter
The Windows Power Meter indicates the remaining battery charge. To check the Power Meter,
double-click the icon in the notification area. For more information about the
Power Meter
tab, see your
User’s Guide . If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, a icon appears.
Low-Battery Warning
NOTICE: To avoid losing or corrupting data, save your work immediately after a low-battery warning.
Then connect the computer to an electrical outlet. If the battery runs completely out of power, hibernate
mode begins automatically.
A pop-up window warns you when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. For
more information about low-battery alarms, see your
User’s Guide .
A low-battery warning occurs when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. The
computer beeps once, indicating that minimal battery operating time remains. During that time,
the speaker beeps periodically. The computer enters hibernate mode when the battery charge is at a
critically low level.
Charging the Battery
NOTE: The AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery in approximately 2 hours with the
computer turned off. Charge time is longer with the computer turned on. You can leave the battery in the
computer as long as you like. The battery’s internal circuitry prevents the battery from overcharging.
When you connect the computer to an electrical outlet or install a battery while the computer is
connected to an electrical outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. If
necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge.
If the battery is hot from being used in your computer or being in a hot environment, the battery
may not charge when you connect the computer to an electrical outlet.
• The computer is running on battery power.
• The battery is discharging.
• The computer is connected to an electrical outlet and running on AC
power.
• The battery is charging.
• The computer is connected to an electrical outlet and running on AC
power.
• The battery is fully charged and idle.

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The battery is too hot to start charging if the light flashes alternately green and orange.
Disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet and allow the computer and the battery to cool
to room temperature. Then connect the computer to an electrical outlet to continue charging the
battery.
Recalibrating a Battery
If your computer is configured with a nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery, you can recalibrate the
battery by running the Battery Recalibration software. Recalibrating the battery ensures that the
Power Meter indicator is accurate.
Recalibrate your NiMh battery when one of the following occurs:
• A message appears, prompting you to recalibrate your battery.
• The typical battery operating time decreases.
When you recalibrate your NiMH battery, do not remove the battery. Allow several hours for the
procedure to complete.
Recalibrating a Battery When the Recalibrating Message Appears
If your computer displays a message that prompts you to recalibrate your battery:
1 Shut down the computer through the Start menu.
2 Connect the computer to an electrical outlet and turn it back on.
The battery recalibration message should appear on the screen immediately following the
DELL logo.
3 To skip the battery recalibration process and continue the system boot, press <Esc>.
4 To start the battery recalibration procedure, press <F1>.
The battery recalibration begins and the AC adapter charges the battery until the battery
gauge (shown on the Battery Info screen) states 100% charged.
A message appears, prompting you to remove the AC adapter when the battery is fully
charged.
5 When prompted, disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet.
The battery discharges until the battery gauge states 0% charged. When the battery is
completely discharged, the computer automatically turns off.
6 Connect the AC adapter to your computer.
7 Allow the AC adapter to charge the battery until the battery light turns off.
NOTE: You can operate your computer while the battery is charging. However, do not operate your
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Recalibrating a Battery Using the System Setup Utility
1 Connect the computer to an electrical outlet.
2 Turn on (or restart) the computer.
3 When the DELL logo appears, press <F2> immediately. If you wait too long and the logo for
the Microsoft
®
Windows
®
operating system appears, continue to wait until you see the
Windows desktop. Then shut down your computer and try again.
NOTE: For information about a specific item on a system setup screen highlight the item and see the
Help area on the screen.
4 Using the down-arrow key, select Battery Info .
• The
Battery Recalibration Process screen appears, showing the functions ( Charge or
Discharge ) on the left of the screen, and the Battery Info charge status on the right of the
screen.
• The AC adapter begins charging the battery. The
Charge Battery to Full option is
highlighted on the left of the screen. The percent charged information is displayed on the
right of the screen.
• The AC adapter charges the battery until the battery gauge states 100% charged. The
battery light turns off after the battery is fully charged.
5 Ensure that the battery light is off.
6 Disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet.
The battery discharges until the battery gauge states 0% charged. The
Discharge Battery to
Empty
option is highlighted on the left of the screen. When the battery is completely
discharged, the computer automatically turns off.
7 Connect the computer to the electrical outlet.
8 Allow the AC adapter to charge the battery until the battery light turns off.
NOTE: You can operate your computer while the battery is charging. However, do not operate your
computer using battery power until the battery is fully charged.
Removing a Battery
CAUTION: Before performing these procedures, remove all peripheral connectors such as phone cord,
network cable, external monitor cable, or USB cables and devices.
1 Ensure that the computer is turned off and disconnected from the electrical outlet.
2 If the computer is connected to the USB port replicator, disconnect it. See the
documentation that came with your USB port replicator for instructions.

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3 Slide the battery-bay latch release on the bottom of the computer, and then remove the
battery from the bay.
Installing a Battery
Ensure that the computer is turned off. Slide the battery into the bay until the latch release clicks.
Storing a Battery
Remove the battery when you store your computer for an extended period of time. A battery
discharges during prolonged storage. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully before
you use it.
Solving Problems
Notebook System Software (NSS)
If you reinstall the operating system for your Dell™ computer, it is also recommended to reinstall
the NSS utility. The utility is available on the optional
Drivers and Utilities CD and on the Dell
Support website at
support.dell.com .
To download the utility, go to
Downloads at support.dell.com and select your computer model
from the drop-down menu. Under
Select Your Download Category , select System and
Configuration Utilities
, select your operating system and language, and then follow the
instructions.

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NSS provides critical updates for your operating system and support for Dell 3.5-inch USB floppy
drives, Intel
®
Pentium
®
M processors, Intel Celeron
®
M processors, optical drives, and USB
devices. NSS is necessary for the correct operation of your Dell computer. The software
automatically detects your computer and operating system and installs the updates appropriate for
your configuration.
NOTE: NSS is critical for the correct operation of USB devices.
Lockups and Software Problems
CAUTION: Before you perform the following procedures, see the safety instructions in the Product
Information Guide.
The computer does not start up
The computer stops responding
NOTICE: You might lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown.
A program stops responding
A program crashes repeatedly
NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on a floppy or CD.
ENSURE THAT THE AC ADAPTER IS FIRMLY CONNECTED TO THE COMPUTER AND TO THE ELECTRICAL
OUTLET
TURN THE COMPUTER OFF —If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or
moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer
turns off. Then restart your computer.
END THE PROGRAM —
1 Press <Ctrl><Shift><Esc> simultaneously.
2 Click Applications .
3 Click the program that is no longer responding.
4 Click End Task .
CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION —If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program.

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A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft®Windows®operating system
A solid blue screen appears
Other software problems
IFYOU ARE USING WINDOWS XP, RUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD —The Program
Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in an environment similar to non-
Windows XP operating system environments.
1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs → Accessories , and then click Program Compatibility
Wizard
.
2 In the welcome screen, click Next .
3 Follow the instructions on the screen.
TURN THE COMPUTER OFF —If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or
moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer
turns off. Then restart your computer.
CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR
TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION —
• Ensure that the program is compatible with the operating system installed on your computer.
• Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run the software. See
the software documentation for information.
• Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly.
• Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program.
• If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program.
BACK UP YOUR FILES IMMEDIATELY
USE AVIRUS-SCANNING PROGRAM TO CHECK THE HARD DRIVE, FLOPPIES, OR CDS
SAVE AND CLOSE ANY OPEN FILES OR PROGRAMS AND SHUT DOWN YOUR COMPUTER THROUGH THE
Start MENU
SCAN THE COMPUTER FOR SPYWARE —If you are experiencing slow computer performance, you
frequently receive pop-up advertisements, or you are having problems connecting to the Internet, your
computer might be infected with spyware. Use an anti-virus program that includes anti-spyware
protection (your program may require an upgrade) to scan the computer and remove spyware. For more
information, go to support.dell.com and search for the keyword spyware.