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Intel SpeedStep® Technology Tab Depending on your operating system and microprocessor, the Power Options Properties window includes the Intel SpeedStep® Technology tab. The Intel SpeedStep technology allows you to set the performance level of the processor according to whether the computer is running on battery or AC power. Depending on your operating system, typical options are: l Automatic — The processor runs at its highest possible speed (Maximum Performance mode) when the computer is running on AC power. When the computer is running on battery power, the processor runs in Battery Optimized mode. HINT: Dell recommends that you use the Portable/Laptop power scheme to maximize battery power. HINT: To enable audible alarms, click each Alarm Action button and select Sound alarm. HINT: Windows XP controls the performance level of the processor depending on the power scheme that you select. See "Power Schemes Tab." l Maximum Performance — The processor runs at its highest possible speed even if the computer is running on battery power. l Battery Optimized Performance — Processor speed is optimized for battery power even if the computer is connected to an electrical outlet. To change additional Intel SpeedStep options: 1. Click the Advanced button and then click one of the following options: l Disable Intel SpeedStep technology control l Remove flag icon (from the notification area) l Disable audio notification when performance changes 2. Click OK to accept any changes, and then click OK to close the Intel SpeedStep window. You can also change the Intel SpeedStep settings by right-clicking the flag icon in the notification area. Battery Performance Battery performance varies depending on operating conditions. The operating life of the battery is significantly reduced when you perform operations including, but not limited to, the following: l Using optical drives, especially DVD and CD-RW drives l Using wireless communications devices, PC Cards, or USB devices l Using high display-brightness settings, 3D screen savers, or other power-intensive programs such as 3D games l Running power-intensive programs l Running the computer in maximum performance mode Back to Contents Page Removing and Replacing Parts Dell™ Inspiron™ 2600 and 2650 Back to Contents Page Before You Remove or Replace Parts System Components Hard Drive Back-Panel Fan (Inspiron 2650 Only) Memory Module, Modem, Optical Drive, and Floppy Drive Keyboard Display Assembly and Display Latch EMI Shield, Video Card, and Palm Rest Microprocessor Thermal-Cooling Assembly Microprocessor Module Speakers System Board Base Plastics Battery Latch Assembly Back to Contents Page System Setup Program Dell™ Inspiron™ 2600 and 2650 System Setup Overview Viewing the System Setup Screens System Setup Screens System Setup Overview The system setup program contains the standard settings for your computer. Viewing the System Setup Screens 1. Turn on (or restart) your computer. 2. When the Dell™ logo appears, press immediately. If you wait too long and the Windows logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Windows desktop. Then shut down your computer and try again. Depending on your computer, you may also be able to enter the system setup program by pressing at any time while the computer is running. System Setup Screens The system setup screens display the current setup information and settings for your computer. Each screen is laid out with the system setup options listed at the left. To the right of each option is a field that displays the setting or value for that option. You can change settings that appear as white type on the screen. Options or values that you cannot change (because they are determined by the computer) appear less bright. A box in the upper-right corner of the screen displays help information for the currently highlighted option; a box in the lower-right corner displays information about the computer. System setup key functions are listed across the bottom of the screen. The screens are titled as follows: l Main l System devices l Security l Boot l Exit Press to save and exit the system setup program and restart your computer. Back to Contents Page NOTICE: Unless you are an expert computer user or are directed to do so by Dell technical support, do not change the settings for this program. Certain changes might make your computer work incorrectly. HINT: To see information about a specific item on a system setup screen, highlight the item and refer to the Help area on the screen. HINT: Certain options require that you reboot the computer for new settings to take effect. Back to Contents Page Solving Problems Dell™ Inspiron™ 2600 and 2650 Accessing Help Power Problems Accessing Help Power Problems Error Messages Video and Display Problems Sound and Speaker Problems Printer Problems Modem and Internet Connection Problems Scanner Problems PC Card Problems Touch Pad or Mouse Problems External Keyboard Problems Unexpected Characters Drive Problems N...