Tom, 

Which version of JAWS did you install?  JFW 13 or 14?

Kris

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From: For blind ham radio operators [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
On Behalf Of Tom Behler
Sent: Monday, December 31, 2012 9:19 AM
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Subject: Touchpad Disable Issue Resolved

Hi, all.

Here's an update on my newly-acquired Dell Lattitude D600 laptop.

First, I have successfully turned off the touch pad mouse.  It took the
XYL's sighted assistance to get into the bios, but we ultimately were
successful.  If needed, I can still use an external USB mouse, which is a
relief as well.

I do have one more dilemma I'm wrestling with, so any suggestions would be
appreciated.

Specifically, I am unable to control the volume of the laptop speakers via
the little rocker switch that is right below the monitor and above the main
keyboard.

I can control the volume by using the control key plus page up or page down,
but it's a bit  clumsy.

If anyone has any suggestions for re-activating the main laptop volume
control, I'd appreciate them.

On the positive side, Jaws installed very easily onto the laptop, and
responds very well to various key commands, so I am making progress.

My next task is to start installing the various ham-related programs that I
typically use, including rig interface, and the N3FJP logging software.

Thanks again, everyone, and Happy New Year!

73 from Tom Behler: KB8TYJ