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Power Management
AC RecoveryDetermines what happens when AC power is restored to the computer.
Auto Power OnSets the computer to automatically turn on. Choices are every day or every 
Monday through Friday.
The default setting is Off.
This feature does not work if you turn off your computer using a power strip 
or surge protector.
Auto Power TimeSets time to automatically turn on the computer.
Time is kept in a 24-hour format (hours:minutes). Change the start-up time 
by pressing the right- or left-arrow key to increase or decrease the numbers, 
or type numbers in both the date and time fields.
This feature does not work if you turn off your computer using a power strip 
or surge protector.
Low Power ModeWhen Low Power Mode is selected, remote wakeup events no longer power 
up from Hibernate or Off.
Remote Wake UpThis option allows the computer to power up when a NIC or Remote 
Wakeup-capable modem receives a wake up signal.
On is the default setting. On w/ Boot to NIC allows the computer to 
attempt to boot from a network prior to using the boot sequence.
NOTE: Normally, the system can be powered up remotely from suspend mode, 
hibernate mode, or when powered off. When Low Power Mode (in the Power 
Management menu) is enabled, the computer can only be powered up 
remotely from Suspend.
Suspend ModeThe options are S1, a suspend state where the computer is running in a low-
power mode, and S3, a standby state where the power is reduced or turned 
off for most components, however, system memory remains active.
Maintenance
Load DefaultsThis setting restores the computer’s factory-installed default settings.
Event LogDisplays the system event log.
POST Behavior
FastbootWhen set to On (default), your computer starts more quickly because it 
skips certain configurations and tests.
Numlock KeyThis option involves the rightmost bank of keys on your keyboard. When set 
to On (default), this option activates the numeric and mathematical 
features shown at the top of each key. When set to Off, this option activates 
the cursor-control functions labeled on the bottom of each key.
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Boot Sequence
This feature allows you to change the boot sequence for devices.
Option Settings
Diskette Drive — The computer attempts to boot from the floppy drive. If the floppy disk in 
the drive is not bootable, if no floppy disk is in the drive, or if there is no floppy drive installed 
in the computer, the computer attempts to boot from the next bootable device in the boot 
sequence.

Hard Drive — The computer attempts to boot from the primary hard drive. If no operating 
system is on the drive, the computer attempts to boot from the next bootable device in the 
boot sequence.

CD Drive — The computer attempts to boot from the CD drive. If no CD is in the drive, or 
if the CD has no operating system, the computer attempts to boot from the next bootable 
device in the boot sequence.

USB Flash Device — Insert the memory device into a USB port and restart the computer. 
When 
F12 = Boot Menu appears in the upper-right corner of the screen, press . The 
BIOS detects the device and adds the USB flash option to the boot menu.
 NOTE: To boot to a USB device, the device must be bootable. To make sure that your device is bootable, 
check the device documentation.
 
NOTE: An error message is generated only after the computer attempts to boot from every device in the 
boot sequence and no operating system is found.
Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot
You can use this feature, for example, to tell the computer to boot from the CD drive so that 
you can run the Dell Diagnostics on the Dell Dimension ResourceCD, but you want the 
computer to boot from the hard drive when the diagnostic tests are complete. You can also use 
this feature to restart your computer to a USB device such as a floppy drive, memory key, or 
CD-RW drive.
 NOTE: If you are booting to a USB floppy drive, you must first set the floppy drive to OFF in system setup 
(see page 127).
1If you are booting to a USB device, connect the USB device to a USB connector (see page 71).
2Turn on (or restart) your computer.
POST HotkeysThis option allows you to specify the function keys to display on the screen 
when the computer starts.
Keyboard ErrorsThis option disables or enables keyboard error reporting when the computer 
starts.
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3When F2 = Setup, F12 = Boot Menu appears in the upper-right corner of the screen, 
press .
If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the 
Microsoft Windows desktop. Then shut down your computer (see page 69) and try again.
The 
Boot Device Menu appears, listing all available boot devices. Each device has a number 
next to it. 
4At the bottom of the menu, enter the number of the device that is to be used for the current 
boot only.
For example, if you are booting to a USB memory key, highlight 
USB Flash Device and press 
.
 NOTE: To boot to a USB device, the device must be bootable. To make sure that your device is bootable, 
check the device documentation.
Changing Boot Sequence for Future Boots
1Enter system setup (see page 128).
2Use the arrow keys to highlight the Boot Sequence menu option and press  to access 
the menu.
 NOTE: Write down your current boot sequence in case you want to restore it.
3Press the up- and down-arrow keys to move through the list of devices.
4Press the spacebar to enable or disable a device (enabled devices have a checkmark).
5Press plus (+) or minus (–) to move a selected device up or down the list.
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Clearing Forgotten Passwords
 CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions 
located in the Product Information Guide.
1Follow the procedures in Before You Begin on page 69.
2Locate the 3-pin password jumper (PSWD) on the system board (see page 77), and attach the 
jumper plug to pins 2 and 3 to clear the password. 
 NOTE: When you receive your computer, the jumper plug is attached to pins 1 and 2. 
3Close the computer cover.
4Connect your computer and monitor to electrical outlets, and turn them on.
5After the Microsoft® Windows® desktop appears on your computer, shut down the computer 
(see page 69).
6Turn off the monitor and disconnect it from the electrical outlet.
7Disconnect the computer power cable from the electrical outlet, and press the power button 
to ground the system board.
8Open the computer cover (see page 75).
9Locate the 3-pin password jumper on the system board (see page 77) and attach the jumper 
to pins 1 and 2 to reenable the password feature.
10Replace the computer cover (see page 121).
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 NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network wall jack and then plug it into 
the computer.
11Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.
Clearing CMOS Settings
 CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions 
located in the Product Information Guide.
1Follow the procedures in Before You Begin on page 69.
2Reset the current CMOS settings:
aLocate the 3-pin CMOS jumper (CLR CMOS) on the system board (see page 77).
bRemove the jumper plug from pins 1 and 2.
cPlace the jumper plug on pins 2 and 3 and wait approximately 5 seconds.
dReplace the jumper plug on pins 1 and 2.
3Close the computer cover (see page 121).
 NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network wall jack and then plug it into 
the computer.
4Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.
Cleaning Your Computer
 CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions 
located in the Product Information Guide.
Computer, Keyboard, and Monitor
 CAUTION: Before you clean your computer, disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet. Clean 
your computer with a soft cloth dampened with water. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners, which may 
contain flammable substances.
 Use a vacuum cleaner with a brush attachment to gently remove dust from the slots and holes 
on your computer and from between the keys on the keyboard.
 NOTICE: Do not wipe the display screen with any soap or alcohol solution. Doing so may damage the 
antiglare coating.
 To clean your monitor screen, lightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with water. If possible, use a 
special screen-cleaning tissue or solution suitable for the monitor’s antistatic coating.
 Wipe the keyboard, computer, and plastic part of the monitor with a soft cleaning cloth 
moistened with a solution of three parts water and one part dishwashing detergent.
Do not soak the cloth or let water drip inside your computer or keyboard.
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Mouse
If your screen cursor skips or moves abnormally, clean the mouse. To clean a non-optical mouse:
1
Turn the retainer ring on the underside of your mouse counterclockwise, and then remove the 
ball.
2Wipe the ball with a clean, lint-free cloth.
3Blow carefully into the ball cage to dislodge dust and lint.
4If the rollers inside the ball cage are dirty, clean the rollers with a cotton swab moistened 
lightly with isopropyl alcohol.
5Recenter the rollers in their channels if they are misaligned. Ensure that fluff from the swab is 
not left on the rollers.
6Replace the ball and retainer ring, and turn the retainer ring clockwise until it clicks into 
place.
Floppy Drive
 NOTICE: Do not attempt to clean drive heads with a swab. You might accidentally misalign the heads, 
which prevents the drive from operating.
Clean your floppy drive using a commercially available cleaning kit. These kits contain 
pretreated floppy disks to remove contaminants that accumulate during normal operation.
CDs and DVDs
 NOTICE: Always use compressed air to clean the lens in the CD/DVD drive, and follow the instructions 
that come with the compressed air. Never touch the lens in the drive.
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 its outer edge. You can also touch the inside edge of the center hole.
 NOTICE: To prevent damaging the surface, do not wipe in a circular motion around the disc.
2With a soft, lint-free cloth, gently wipe the bottom of the disc (the unlabeled side) in a 
straight line from the center to the outer edge of the disc.
For stubborn dirt, try using water or a diluted solution of water and mild soap. You can also 
purchase commercial products that clean discs and provide some protection from dust, 
fingerprints, and scratches. Cleaning products for CDs are safe to use on DVDs.
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Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)
Technician-assisted technical support requires the cooperation and participation of the 
customer in the troubleshooting process and provides for restoration of the operating system, 
software programs, and hardware drivers to the original default configuration as shipped from 
Dell, as well as the verification of appropriate functionality of the computer and all Dell-
installed hardware. In addition to this technician-assisted technical support, online technical 
support is available at support.dell.com. Additional technical support options may be available 
for purchase.
Dell provides limited technical support for the computer and any Dell-installed software and 
peripherals
1. Support for third-party software and peripherals is provided by the original 
manufacturer, including those purchased and/or installed through Dell Software and 
Peripherals, Readyware, and Custom Factory Integration
2.
1 Repair services are provided pursuant to the terms and conditions of your limited warranty and any optional 
support service contract purchased with the computer.
2 All Dell-standard components included in a Custom Factory Integration (CFI) project are covered by the stan-
dard Dell limited warranty for your computer. However, Dell also extends a parts replacement program to 
cover all nonstandard, third-party hardware components integrated through CFI for the duration of the com-
puter’s service contract.
Definition of Dell-Installed Software and Peripherals
Dell-installed software includes the operating system and some of the software programs that 
are installed on the computer during the manufacturing process (Microsoft® Office, Norton 
Antivirus, and so on).
Dell-installed peripherals include any internal expansion cards, or Dell-branded module bay or 
PC Card accessories. In addition, any Dell-branded monitors, keyboards, mice, speakers, 
microphones for telephonic modems, docking stations/port replicators, networking products, 
and all associated cabling are included.
Definition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals
Third-party software and peripherals include any peripheral, accessory, or software program sold 
by Dell not under the Dell brand (printers, scanners, cameras, games, and so on). Support for all 
third-party software and peripherals is provided by the original manufacturer of the product.
FCC Notices (U.S. Only)
Most Dell computer systems are classified by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) 
as Class B digital devices. To determine which classification applies to your computer system, 
examine all FCC registration labels located on the bottom, side, or back panel of your computer, 
on card-mounting brackets, and on the cards themselves. If any one of the labels carries a Class 
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A rating, your entire system is considered to be a Class A digital device. If all labels carry an FCC 
Class B rating as distinguished by either an FCC ID number or the FCC logo, ( ), your 
system is considered to be a Class B digital device.
Once you have determined your system’s FCC classification, read the appropriate FCC notice. 
Note that FCC regulations provide that changes or modifications not expressly approved by 
Dell could void your authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two 
conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause 
undesired operation.
Class A
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device 
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable 
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial 
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if 
not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruction manual, may cause 
harmful interference with radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential 
area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case you will be required to correct the 
interference at your own expense.
Class B
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device 
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable 
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, 
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with 
the manufacturer’s instruction manual, may cause interference with radio communications. 
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this 
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be 
determined by turning the equipment off and on, you are encouraged to try to correct the 
interference by one or more of the following measures:
 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
 Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is 
connected.
 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
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FCC Identification Information
The following information is provided on the device or devices covered in this document in 
compliance with FCC regulations: 
 Model number: WHL
Company name: 
Dell Inc.
One Dell Way
Round Rock, Texas 78682 USA
512-338-4400
Contacting Dell
To contact Dell electronically, you can access the following websites:
 www.dell.com
support.dell.com (technical support)

premiersupport.dell.com (technical support for educational, government, healthcare, and 
medium/large business customers, including Premier, Platinum, and Gold customers)
For specific web addresses for your country, find the appropriate country section in the table below. 
NOTE: Toll-free numbers are for use within the country for which they are listed.
NOTE: In certain countries, technical support specific to Dell Inspiron™ XPS computers is available at a 
separate telephone number listed for participating countries. If you do not see a telephone number listed that is 
specific for Inspiron XPS computers, you may contact Dell through the technical support number listed and 
your call will be routed appropriately.
When you need to contact Dell, use the electronic addresses, telephone numbers, and codes 
provided in the following table. If you need assistance in determining which codes to use, contact a 
local or an international operator.
Country (City)
International Access Code 
Country Code
City CodeDepartment Name or Service Area,
Website and E-Mail AddressArea Codes,
Local Numbers, and
Toll-Free Numbers
AnguillaGeneral Support
toll-free: 800-335-0031
Antigua and Barbuda General Support1-800-805-5924
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Argentina (Buenos Aires)
International Access Code: 00
Country Code: 54
City Code: 11Website: www.dell.com.ar
E-mail: [email protected]
E-mail for desktop and portable computers: 
[email protected] 
E-mail for servers and EMC
® storage products:
[email protected]
Customer Care
 toll-free: 0-800-444-0730
Tech Supporttoll-free: 0-800-444-0733
Tech Support Servicestoll-free: 0-800-444-0724
Sales0-810-444-3355
ArubaGeneral Supporttoll-free: 800-1578
Australia (Sydney)
International Access Code: 0011
Country Code: 61
City Code: 2E-mail (Australia): [email protected]
E-mail (New Zealand): [email protected]
Home and Small Business
1-300-655-533
Government and Businesstoll-free: 1-800-633-559
Preferred Accounts Division (PAD)toll-free: 1-800-060-889
Customer Caretoll-free: 1-800-819-339
Technical Support (portables and desktops)toll-free: 1-300-655-533
Technical Support (servers and workstations)toll-free: 1-800-733-314
Corporate Salestoll-free: 1-800-808-385
Transaction Salestoll-free: 1-800-808-312
Fa xtoll-free: 1-800-818-341
Country (City)
International Access Code 
Country Code
City CodeDepartment Name or Service Area,
Website and E-Mail AddressArea Codes,
Local Numbers, and
Toll-Free Numbers
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