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Dell XPS M1330 User Manual

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Troubleshooting 105
Video and Display Problems
Fill out the "Diagnostics Checklist" on page 154 as you complete these
checks.
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
If the display is blank
NOTE: If you are using a program that requires a higher resolution than your
computer supports, it is recommended that you attach an external monitor to your
computer.
C
HECK THE BATTERY If you are using a battery to power your computer, the
battery charge may be depleted. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet
using the AC adapter, and then turn on the computer.
TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by
testing it with another device, such as a lamp.
CHECK THE AC ADAPTER Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the
AC adapter has a light, ensure that the light is on.
CONNECT THE COMPUTER DIRECTLY TO AN ELECTRICAL OUTLET Bypass power
protection devices, power strips, and extension cables to verify that the
computer turns on.
ADJUST THE POWER PROPERTIES Search for the keyword sleep in Windows
Help and Support.
SWITCH THE VIDEO IMAGE If your computer is attached to an external
monitor, press <Fn><F8> to switch the video image to the display.
If the display is difficult to read
ADJUST THE BRIGHTNESS Press <Fn> and the up- or down-arrow key.
MOVE THE EXTERNAL SUBWOOFER AWAY FROM THE COMPUTER OR MONITOR If
your external speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the subwoofer
is at least 60 cm (2 ft) away from the computer or external monitor.
ELIMINATE POSSIBLE INTERFERENCE Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights,
halogen lamps, or other appliances.
ROTATE THE COMPUTER TO FACE A DIFFERENT DIRECTION Eliminate sunlight
glare, which can cause poor picture quality.

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Dell XPS M1330 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ProcessorIntel Core 2 Duo (various models)
Display13.3-inch
RAMUp to 4GB DDR2
Optical DriveSlot-loading DVD+/-RW
Card Reader8-in-1 card reader
Resolution1280 x 800
GraphicsIntel GMA X3100 or NVIDIA GeForce 8400M GS
Storage64GB SSD
Operating SystemWindows Vista
Weight1.8 kg (4 pounds)
Battery6-cell lithium-ion
WirelessWi-Fi 802.11a/g/n
PortsHDMI, VGA, Ethernet
BluetoothBluetooth 2.0
AudioIntegrated stereo speakers
Webcam2.0 MP
Battery LifeUp to 4 hours

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