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...Check the Wireless Switch 6 Connect the Network Cable (optional 7 Press the Power Button 7 Microsoft® Windows® Setup 8 Connect to the Internet (Optional 8 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 12 Device Status Lights 12 Right Side Features 14 Left Side Features 16 Front Side Features 18 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 19 Media Controls... the Battery 22 Software Features 23 Solving Problems 26 Network Problems 26 Power Problems 28 Memory Problems 29 Lockups and Software Problems 30 Dell Support Center 33 System Messages 33 Using Support Tools 33 Hardware Troubleshooter 35...
...Check the Wireless Switch 6 Connect the Network Cable (optional 7 Press the Power Button 7 Microsoft® Windows® Setup 8 Connect to the Internet (Optional 8 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 12 Device Status Lights 12 Right Side Features 14 Left Side Features 16 Front Side Features 18 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 19 Media Controls... the Battery 22 Software Features 23 Solving Problems 26 Network Problems 26 Power Problems 28 Memory Problems 29 Lockups and Software Problems 30 Dell Support Center 33 System Messages 33 Using Support Tools 33 Hardware Troubleshooter 35...
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... powered on. NOTICE: Placing or stacking heavy or sharp objects on all other sides. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your Inspiron 1525/1526 laptop and connecting peripherals. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your computer, ensure that you allow easy access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and...
... powered on. NOTICE: Placing or stacking heavy or sharp objects on all other sides. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your Inspiron 1525/1526 laptop and connecting peripherals. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your computer, ensure that you allow easy access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and...
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage. However, power connectors and power ...
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage. However, power connectors and power ...
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Press the Power Button 7 Connect the Network Cable (optional) If you plan to use a wired network connection, plug in the network cable.
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Press the Power Button 7 Connect the Network Cable (optional) If you plan to use a wired network connection, plug in the network cable.
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... need an external modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP). NOTICE: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Microsoft® Windows® Setup Your Dell computer is preconfigured with Microsoft Windows operating system. To set up Windows for setup instructions. 8
... need an external modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP). NOTICE: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Microsoft® Windows® Setup Your Dell computer is preconfigured with Microsoft Windows operating system. To set up Windows for setup instructions. 8
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...: If you cannot connect to the Internet wizard can use your connection to check the service status, or try connecting again later. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up a Wireless Connection Before you can help you get one. The Connect to your ISP information ready.
...: If you cannot connect to the Internet wizard can use your connection to check the service status, or try connecting again later. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up a Wireless Connection Before you can help you get one. The Connect to your ISP information ready.
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... you do not know which type of Internet service providers (ISPs). --If you have an ISP and want to complete the setup. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 4. The New Connection Wizard appears. 3. Click Start → Internet Explorer.
... you do not know which type of Internet service providers (ISPs). --If you have an ISP and want to complete the setup. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 4. The New Connection Wizard appears. 3. Click Start → Internet Explorer.
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6. Use the setup information provided by your ISP to the Internet?, and then click Next. 7. Click the appropriate option under How do you want to connect to complete the setup. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 11
6. Use the setup information provided by your ISP to the Internet?, and then click Next. 7. Click the appropriate option under How do you want to connect to complete the setup. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 11
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... for common tasks. Turns on when the computer reads or writes data. Turns on steadily or blinks to indicate battery charge status. 12 INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop Your Inspiron 1525/1526 has several indicators, buttons, and features that provide information at the front left of data, never turn on the computer, and blinks when...
... for common tasks. Turns on when the computer reads or writes data. Turns on steadily or blinks to indicate battery charge status. 12 INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop Your Inspiron 1525/1526 has several indicators, buttons, and features that provide information at the front left of data, never turn on the computer, and blinks when...
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop To turn off . Turns on and off Bluetooth wireless, right-click the bluetooth icon in the notification area of the computer until it clicks into ...
Using Your Inspiron Laptop To turn off . Turns on and off Bluetooth wireless, right-click the bluetooth icon in the notification area of the computer until it clicks into ...
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Off - On - Disables wireless devices On - Scans for WLAN networks Use this switch to you. The wireless switch may be deactivated through Dell QuickSet or the BIOS (system setup program). Momentary NOTE: This switch can be in the Off position when your computer is shipped to rapidly turn ... turn all wireless devices off or on such as WLAN cards and internal cards with Bluetooth wireless technology. Enables wireless devices momentary - Off - Using Your Inspiron Laptop Right Side Features 7 6 5 4 1 23 14 1 Wireless On/Off switch -
Off - On - Disables wireless devices On - Scans for WLAN networks Use this switch to you. The wireless switch may be deactivated through Dell QuickSet or the BIOS (system setup program). Momentary NOTE: This switch can be in the Off position when your computer is shipped to rapidly turn ... turn all wireless devices off or on such as WLAN cards and internal cards with Bluetooth wireless technology. Enables wireless devices momentary - Off - Using Your Inspiron Laptop Right Side Features 7 6 5 4 1 23 14 1 Wireless On/Off switch -
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop 6 S-video TV-out connector - Also connects digital audio-capable devices using the TV/digital audio adapter cable. 7 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Ensure that the side with a plastic ...
Using Your Inspiron Laptop 6 S-video TV-out connector - Also connects digital audio-capable devices using the TV/digital audio adapter cable. 7 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Ensure that the side with a plastic ...
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... security cable slot on your computer to power the computer and charge the battery when the computer is not in use. 3 USB connectors (2)- Using Your Inspiron Laptop Left Side Features 9 78 56 4 1 23 16 1 Security cable slot - Used to attach a commercially available antitheft device to a USB device, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer...
... security cable slot on your computer to power the computer and charge the battery when the computer is not in use. 3 USB connectors (2)- Using Your Inspiron Laptop Left Side Features 9 78 56 4 1 23 16 1 Security cable slot - Used to attach a commercially available antitheft device to a USB device, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer...
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Stores software and data. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 17 HDMI (High- Connect the telephone line to produce hi-definition video and audio. 8 IEEE 1394 connector - Definition Multimedia Interface) connector carries an uncompressed all digital signal to the modem connector. 6 Modem connector - For information on using the modem, see the online modem documentation supplied with your computer. 7 HDMI connector - Connects to high-speed serial multimedia devices, such as digital video cameras. 9 Hard Drive -
Stores software and data. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 17 HDMI (High- Connect the telephone line to produce hi-definition video and audio. 8 IEEE 1394 connector - Definition Multimedia Interface) connector carries an uncompressed all digital signal to the modem connector. 6 Modem connector - For information on using the modem, see the online modem documentation supplied with your computer. 7 HDMI connector - Connects to high-speed serial multimedia devices, such as digital video cameras. 9 Hard Drive -
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... do not have the optional built-in camera with dual microphones, this single microphone is used for use with audio programs. 6 Analog Microphone - Using Your Inspiron Laptop Front Side Features 1 2 3 456 7 18 1 Touch pad - Infrared sensor for using the Dell Travel Remote. 4 Audio Out/ Headphone connectors (2) -
... do not have the optional built-in camera with dual microphones, this single microphone is used for use with audio programs. 6 Analog Microphone - Using Your Inspiron Laptop Front Side Features 1 2 3 456 7 18 1 Touch pad - Infrared sensor for using the Dell Travel Remote. 4 Audio Out/ Headphone connectors (2) -
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... Controls - Controls CD, DVD, and media playback. 19 MS/Pro - M and type - H) Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features 2 1 1 Keyboard - xD 8-in-1 Media card reader - The settings for this keyboard can be personalized by using Dell QuickSet. 7 SD/MMC - Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music...
... Controls - Controls CD, DVD, and media playback. 19 MS/Pro - M and type - H) Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features 2 1 1 Keyboard - xD 8-in-1 Media card reader - The settings for this keyboard can be personalized by using Dell QuickSet. 7 SD/MMC - Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music...
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Play the previous track or chapter Stop Play or pause Play the next track or chapter Mute the sound Turn down the volume Turn up the volume 20 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Media Controls To use the media controls, press the button and then release.
Play the previous track or chapter Stop Play or pause Play the next track or chapter Mute the sound Turn down the volume Turn up the volume 20 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Media Controls To use the media controls, press the button and then release.
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... display panel holds an optional camera and accompanying dual microphones. 1 23 4 5 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Left digital array microphone - Built-in camera for video chatting and voice recording. 2 Camera activity indicator (optional) - For more information about displays, see the Dell Technology Guide. 21 Combines with the left digital array microphone to provide high...
... display panel holds an optional camera and accompanying dual microphones. 1 23 4 5 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Left digital array microphone - Built-in camera for video chatting and voice recording. 2 Camera activity indicator (optional) - For more information about displays, see the Dell Technology Guide. 21 Combines with the left digital array microphone to provide high...
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. Slide the battery out. To remove the ... a battery purchased from other computers. CAUTION: Before removing the battery, shut down the computer and turn it over. 2. This computer should only use batteries from Dell.
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. Slide the battery out. To remove the ... a battery purchased from other computers. CAUTION: Before removing the battery, shut down the computer and turn it over. 2. This computer should only use batteries from Dell.
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...players and handheld entertainment devices, or played and viewed directly on connected TVs, projectors, and home theater equipment. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Software Features NOTE: For more about the features described in Windows Vista You can customize your desktop to disc, saved on ... Communication You can use your computer to watch videos, play games, create your purchase order for software installed on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Optional software applications enable you can be recorded to change the appearance, resolution, wallpaper, screensaver, and so on...
...players and handheld entertainment devices, or played and viewed directly on connected TVs, projectors, and home theater equipment. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Software Features NOTE: For more about the features described in Windows Vista You can customize your desktop to disc, saved on ... Communication You can use your computer to watch videos, play games, create your purchase order for software installed on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Optional software applications enable you can be recorded to change the appearance, resolution, wallpaper, screensaver, and so on...