Scanner Problems; Touch Pad Or Mouse Problems - Dell Inspiron 4100 Manual

Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100

Scanner Problems

Check the power cable connection—
cable is firmly connected to a working electrical power source and that the
scanner is turned on. If the device is plugged into a surge protector, try
plugging it directly into an electrical outlet.
Check the scanner cable connection—
firmly connected to the computer and to the scanner.
Unlock the scanner—
locking tab or button.
Reinstall the scanner driver—
instructions.

Touch Pad or Mouse Problems

Check the touch pad settings—
Settings, click Control Panel, and then double-click the Mouse icon. Try
adjusting the settings.
Check the mouse cable—
cable and check it for damage. For PS/2 cables, check the cable connector
for bent or broken pins. Firmly reconnect the cable.If you are using a
mouse extension cable, disconnect it and connect the mouse directly to the
computer.
To verify that the problem is with the mouse, check the touch pad
1. Turn off the computer.
2. Disconnect the mouse.
3. Turn on the computer.
4. At the Windows® desktop, use the touch pad to move the cursor
around, select an icon, and open it.
If the touch pad operates correctly, the mouse may be defective.
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Ensure that the scanner power
Ensure that your scanner is unlocked if it has a
See the scanner documentation for
Click the Start button, point to
Shut down the computer. Disconnect the mouse
Ensure that the scanner cable is