DELL inspiron 4100 User Manual

Page of 140
Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100
Reinstall the sound (audio) driver—
."
If you have a problem with external speakers 
HINT: 
The volume control in some MP3 players overrides the Windows volume setting. If you 
have been listening to MP3 songs, make sure that you did not turn the player volume down or 
off. 
Check the speaker cable connections—
 See the setup diagram supplied with the 
speakers.
Test the electrical outlet—
 Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with 
another device, such as a lamp. If the device is plugged into a surge protector, try 
plugging it directly into an electrical outlet.
Ensure that the speakers are turned on—
 See the setup diagram supplied with the 
speakers.
Adjust the Windows volume control—
 Double-click the yellow speaker icon in the 
lower-right corner of your screen. Be sure that the volume is turned up and that the sound 
is not muted. Adjust the volume, bass, or treble controls to eliminate distortion.
Test the speakers—
 Plug the speaker audio cable into the line-out connector on the 
computer. Ensure that the headphone volume control is turned up. Play a music CD.
Run the speaker self-test—
 Some speaker systems have a self-test button on the 
subwoofer. See the speaker documentation for self-test instructions. 
Move the 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, or halogen 
lamps to check for interference.
Reinstall the Sound (audio) driver—
 See "
Printer Problems
Check the printer cable connections—
 Ensure that the printer cable is properly 
connected to the computer (see "Connecting a Printer" in the Dell Solutions Guide that 
came with your computer).
Test the electrical outlet—
 Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with 
another device, such as a lamp.
file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LAP...20ok/Inspiron/4100/4100_SERVICE_MAN/solving.htm (7 of 32)6/21/2004 1:02:19 AM