If you’re having problems installing CoPilot application on Mini 1010 and 1011 systems, please follow the steps below to resolve it.
1. Insert the Micro SD card in the 1st blank filler (the one with the white sticker).
2. Insert the 1st blank filler in the 2nd blank filler (the one with the red sticker). Please refer to the picture below:
3. Insert the 2nd blank filler in the card reader slot. ]
4. The card will be detected and you will be able to install the software.
You will most likely get confused with the proper installation of the card since the package contains 1 Micro SD card and 2 dummy fillers. The CoPilot application is integrated in the Micro SD card. The Activation License Code is in the business card that is sent along with the SD card.
Some DELL Studio XPS 1340/13 computers may report over-heating of the battery or shorter battery life.
DELL confirmed that the default preset on XPS 1340/13 has been set to "Dell Recommended" power plan. As a workaround to increase the system battery life, select the system power plan as "Power Saver".
DELL also advised customers experiencing the problem to
download and install the latest NVidia video driver A05 version (R215031.EXE) or above from Dell Support. Upgrading the BIOS to the latest version could also help alleviate the problem.
DELL released another update regarding reports of their Alienware M17x systems experiencing slow graphic performance when running graphics intensive programs. This is noticed when booting the system on battery power.
DELL explained that on booting the system thru battery power, the integrated graphics card is automatically enabled, disabling the discrete graphics card(s).
The integrated graphics card remains enabled even after AC power is plugged to the system. The system may only show the “Nvidia Geforce 9400M G” graphics card in Device Manager.
System warning message:
“System is operating on battery power. To maximize battery life, the system will operate on Integrated graphics.
If you would like to use discrete graphics, connect the AC adapter. Press
The solution to this issue is to enable the discrete graphics by doing the following:
1. Connect the system to AC adapter. Press 'Fn-F7' key to toggle between integrated and discrete graphics.
2. Choose 'Yes' to enable discrete graphics card on the screen prompting 'BinaryGFX' access detected.
3. Reboot system on AC adapter power. Discrete video card(s) will be listed in device manager.
If you think you’re better than your old clunky laptop docking station. You’re even better without a power cord sticking into your computer. And you’re definitely better than waiting for Windows to load-up just to check your e-mail. Well, of course, you’re an executive and you definitely need distinction. Here’s Dell’s answer to you.
Dell released their Latitude Z laptop on Tuesday to the upper elite. Dell claims their new Latitude Z laptop is the world’s thinnest (at 14mm) 16-inch laptop. Price starts at $1,999.
The new Latitude Z laptop comes with a slick, black cherry finish that makes it look black in certain light and burgundy in other light. It’s refined with a high-definition (1600×900) WLED display, a back-lighted keyboard, a 2 mega-pixel camera, solid state drives and carrying cases designed by Timbuck2 and Cole Haan.
However, the real magic of the Latitude Z is buried elsewhere. For instance, current laptops would require brute force and crunching noises before finally making their way into docking stations. Never with the Latitude Z.
The Latitude Z just glides onto a shiny and thin platform that charges the laptop thru an inductive charging system. The platform subsequently uses wireless communications to connect with a small, rectangular docking station that handles a connection to the office network as well as the monitor.
An executive trying to impress can just buy a wireless mouse as well as a wireless keyboard and then place the Latitude Z onto the platform, revealing only a one-cord wonder. Another impressive feature on the Latitude Z is also the ability to check e-mail, contact information as well as calendar and even browse the Web thru an instant-on software package.
The software fires up the moment you open the laptop and immediately connects right to a wireless network without having Windows to load.
Most of the users Dell surveyed spent 70 percent of their time working most in the instant-on mode. That should make Microsoft take note of that figure. It turns Windows into a clunky cup holder.
The new Latitude Z also has more features. You can just slide an identity badge (RFID) across the keyboard and the computer will automatically read it. The laptop utilizes the camera to check if a person is at the keyboard and will automatically lock down when the person leaves. The right side of the monitor acts as a touch-wheel allowing you to scroll through application icons and start applications just by rubbing your finger along the edge of the laptop.
Though the wireless bits and pieces really impress at first look however they seem more about form than function. Nevertheless, you still have to use a plug into the docking station even if the laptop already uses inductive recharging.
Todd Forsythe, the vice president of life-cycle management at Dell explained, “This is designed for impression makers and executives on the go.”
Below are some of Alienware M17x Updates released by DELL recently. You may encounter any one of the issues however you may not find the solutions in any of DELL's community website. This is because these issues were gathered by DELL engineers right after the release of the said notebook.
Webcam Not Detected Problem
Explanation: The webcam is not detected in Device Manager. Therefore, applications that rely on it (like AlienSense and YouCam) do not work. The webcam is off by default. Press the [FN] + [F9] key combination to turn it on.
No Lights on Keyboard Problem
Workaround:
1. Create New-Advanced theme.
2. Discharge the system.
3. Reinstall OSD and Command Center.
External Display Ports not working with Onboard Video
Fix: [Fn] + [F7] to switch to discrete mode.
DELL recently released a work-around for various reports on their Alienware M17x notebooks having issues with the battery not being detected.
DELL instructs to do the following in order to fix the issue:
1. Turn the computer off
2. Remove the AC Adapter and Battery
3. Press the power button to drain the leftover power (the computer is not expected to turn on)
4. Connect back the AC Adapter and Battery
5. Turn the computer on
6. Also remember to try the [Fn] + [F2] key combination to make sure that the battery connection is fully enabled (you will see the battery status in the OSD application).
For more troubleshooting tips on the said issue or to report a similar case, DELL encourages you users to visit their online community.
Dell Studio XPS 1340/13 systems may report overheat or short battery life. There are 2 options to address this:
Option 1:
Studio XPS 1340/13 system has been preset to the Dell Recommended power plan. To increase the system battery life, select the system power plan as Power Saver.
This mode is perfect for watching movies, web surfing and non-graphics intense applications. Another benefit of this mode is the system will feel up to 15°C cooler as it will only be using the power required to run the applications.
Option 2:
Download and install the latest BIOS and Nvidia video driver A05(178.98) or above from Dell Support.
This driver will enhance the balance between system performace and power consumption in Dell Recommended power plan mode.
Note:
Should the system require a boost in graphical performance to improve the gaming experience, recommend to select High Performance power plan mode.
The system will generate more heat and will reduce the battery life in High Performance mode, comparing to Power Saver mode and Dell Recommended.
MSI will release the world’s first enormously large touchscreen net-top come 2010. Talking about gigantic display and powerful graphics, the MSI AE2400 will be the world's largest touchscreen net-top at 24”.
The AE2400 can display 1080p video. It will be configured with an Intel Core 2 Duo CPU plus an Nvidia GeForce 9400 graphics processor. This extremely large self-contained computer will also be capable of multi-touch as well as pre-installed with Microsoft’s Windows 7. Visit Engadget for a brief video of MSI’s upcoming innovation.
Pricewise, the AE2400 will be sold at roughly $1000. However, there’re no confirmed details on the other hardware configured for the machine as well as its release date. I’ll keep you updated as soon as further information will be released by MSI. Just stay tuned.
DELL recently released a fix on their Inspiron Mini 1010 systems having problems finding their DW700 GPS Mini-Card in device manager.
As per DELL engineering, the card registers as "CP2102 USB to UART Bridge Controller" in device manager. Installing the driver changes the device entry.
To fix this, download and install the latest A01 GPS Card drivers (R217979.exe) from Dell Support.
Device Manager Illustration:
Before Installation
After Installation
Device Manager will update the respective card name after the installation.
