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Contents Finding Information 9 1 A Tour of Your Computer Front View 13 Left Side View 16 Right Side View 17 Back View 19 Bottom View 21 2 Setting Up Your Computer Connecting to the Internet 23 Setting Up Your Internet Connection 23 Modem and Internet Connection Problems 24 E-Mail Problems 25 Setting Up a Printer 26 Printer Cable 26 Connecting a USB Printer 26 Printer Problems 27 Power Protection Devices 27 Surge Protectors 27 Line Conditioners 28 Uninterruptible Power Supplies 28 Turning Off Your Computer 28 Contents 3
Contents Finding Information 9 1 A Tour of Your Computer Front View 13 Left Side View 16 Right Side View 17 Back View 19 Bottom View 21 2 Setting Up Your Computer Connecting to the Internet 23 Setting Up Your Internet Connection 23 Modem and Internet Connection Problems 24 E-Mail Problems 25 Setting Up a Printer 26 Printer Cable 26 Connecting a USB Printer 26 Printer Problems 27 Power Protection Devices 27 Surge Protectors 27 Line Conditioners 28 Uninterruptible Power Supplies 28 Turning Off Your Computer 28 Contents 3
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... the Microsoft® Windows® logo key. K E Y B O A R D - For more information, see page 34. www.dell.com | support.dell.com KEYBOARD STATUS LIGHTS The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following: 9 Turns on when Caps Lock is enabled. A Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled. For information on when the scroll lock...
... the Microsoft® Windows® logo key. K E Y B O A R D - For more information, see page 34. www.dell.com | support.dell.com KEYBOARD STATUS LIGHTS The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following: 9 Turns on when Caps Lock is enabled. A Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled. For information on when the scroll lock...
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...B U T T O N S - The touch pad and touch pad buttons provide the functionality of Your Computer 15 A Tour of a mouse. DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS Turns on when you turn off the computer while the light is flashing. If the computer is connected to indicate battery charge status. Solid orange: The battery charge is... low. - Solid green: The battery is turned off in power management mode. Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is charging. Touch pad buttons provide the...
...B U T T O N S - The touch pad and touch pad buttons provide the functionality of Your Computer 15 A Tour of a mouse. DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS Turns on when you turn off the computer while the light is flashing. If the computer is connected to indicate battery charge status. Solid orange: The battery charge is... low. - Solid green: The battery is turned off in power management mode. Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is charging. Touch pad buttons provide the...
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... reprogram the button to launch a frequently used program, such as a modem or network adapter. To access the help file, see "Using PC Cards" in the Dell Inspiron Help file. Press this button to launch a program of Your Computer D E L L ™ A C C E S S D I R E C T ™ B U T T O N - Left ... computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off completely (which may take several seconds). To access the help file, see "Power Management" in the Dell Inspiron Help file. Supports one PC Card, such as support and educational tools...
... reprogram the button to launch a frequently used program, such as a modem or network adapter. To access the help file, see "Using PC Cards" in the Dell Inspiron Help file. Press this button to launch a program of Your Computer D E L L ™ A C C E S S D I R E C T ™ B U T T O N - Left ... computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off completely (which may take several seconds). To access the help file, see "Power Management" in the Dell Inspiron Help file. Supports one PC Card, such as support and educational tools...
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...documentation supplied with your computer. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. You can connect the AC adapter with your computer turned either on using the network adapter, see "Using the Display" in a ventilated area, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer.... NOTICE: The network connector is slightly larger than the modem connector. www.dell.com | support.dell.com The AC adapter converts AC power to a network. CAUTION: Place the AC adapter in the Dell Inspiron Help file. Do not cover the AC adapter with electrical outlets worldwide. NETWORK...
...documentation supplied with your computer. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. You can connect the AC adapter with your computer turned either on using the network adapter, see "Using the Display" in a ventilated area, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer.... NOTICE: The network connector is slightly larger than the modem connector. www.dell.com | support.dell.com The AC adapter converts AC power to a network. CAUTION: Place the AC adapter in the Dell Inspiron Help file. Do not cover the AC adapter with electrical outlets worldwide. NETWORK...
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...time you purchased your computer, the cable may not come with a printer cable, so if you purchase a cable separately, ensure that it is turned on. 1 Complete the operating system setup if you connect a printer to the USB connectors on printer 26 Setting Up Your Computer See the ...the computer is compatible with your printer. 3 Attach the USB printer cable to the computer. The USB connectors fit only one way. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Setting Up a Printer NOTICE: Complete the operating system setup before you have not already done so. 2 Install the printer driver if ...
...time you purchased your computer, the cable may not come with a printer cable, so if you purchase a cable separately, ensure that it is turned on. 1 Complete the operating system setup if you connect a printer to the USB connectors on printer 26 Setting Up Your Computer See the ...the computer is compatible with your printer. 3 Attach the USB printer cable to the computer. The USB connectors fit only one way. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Setting Up a Printer NOTICE: Complete the operating system setup before you have not already done so. 2 Install the printer driver if ...
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... open files, exit any open programs, click the Start button, and then click Turn Off Computer. 2 In the Turn off computer window, click Turn off. See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on battery operating time and to ...a separate power strip that the device is available. A UPS protects against power interruptions. NOTE: As an alternative to turning off after the shutdown process finishes. 28 Setting Up Your Computer To access the help file, see the Dell Inspiron...
... open files, exit any open programs, click the Start button, and then click Turn Off Computer. 2 In the Turn off computer window, click Turn off. See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on battery operating time and to ...a separate power strip that the device is available. A UPS protects against power interruptions. NOTE: As an alternative to turning off after the shutdown process finishes. 28 Setting Up Your Computer To access the help file, see the Dell Inspiron...
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... flashes alternately green and orange. A pop-up window warns you when the battery charge is on resolving problems with the computer turned off. Charge time is significantly longer if the computer is approximately 90 percent depleted. The battery is connected to room temperature.... Meter The Windows power meter indicates the remaining battery charge. Charging the Battery NOTE: The AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery in the Dell Inspiron Help file. For more information on low-battery alarms, see "Power Management" in approximately 3 hours with a battery, see page 10....
... flashes alternately green and orange. A pop-up window warns you when the battery charge is on resolving problems with the computer turned off. Charge time is significantly longer if the computer is approximately 90 percent depleted. The battery is connected to room temperature.... Meter The Windows power meter indicates the remaining battery charge. Charging the Battery NOTE: The AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery in the Dell Inspiron Help file. For more information on low-battery alarms, see "Power Management" in approximately 3 hours with a battery, see page 10....
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... that the computer is turned off or connected to an electrical outlet. 2 Slide and hold the battery latch. 3 Remove the battery. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully before you store your computer for information on standby mode. Battery and Power Problems NOTE: See the Dell Inspiron Help file for an extended...
... that the computer is turned off or connected to an electrical outlet. 2 Slide and hold the battery latch. 3 Remove the battery. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully before you store your computer for information on standby mode. Battery and Power Problems NOTE: See the Dell Inspiron Help file for an extended...
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... may be defective. Check the AC adapter cable connections. C H A R G E T H E B A T T E R Y - See the Dell Inspiron Help file or search for extended periods of time may be significantly reduced under certain conditions. C H E C K T H E A C A D A P T E R - See page 89. 32 Using a Battery Turn off , press the power button to turn on . R E S E A T T H E M E M O R Y M O D U L E S - If the power light is blinking, the computer is not...
... may be defective. Check the AC adapter cable connections. C H A R G E T H E B A T T E R Y - See the Dell Inspiron Help file or search for extended periods of time may be significantly reduced under certain conditions. C H E C K T H E A C A D A P T E R - See page 89. 32 Using a Battery Turn off , press the power button to turn on . R E S E A T T H E M E M O R Y M O D U L E S - If the power light is blinking, the computer is not...
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... cable and check it and connect the mouse directly to exit the Mouse Properties window. Shut down the computer (see page 28). 2 Disconnect the mouse. 3 Turn on the computer. 4 At the Windows desktop, use the Mouse Properties window to move the cursor around, select an icon, and open it. Using the...
... cable and check it and connect the mouse directly to exit the Mouse Properties window. Shut down the computer (see page 28). 2 Disconnect the mouse. 3 Turn on the computer. 4 At the Windows desktop, use the Mouse Properties window to move the cursor around, select an icon, and open it. Using the...
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... D I S A B L E T H E N U M E R I C K E Y P A D - www.dell.com | support.dell.com CHECK THE EXTERNAL KEYBOARD - 1 Shut down the computer (see page 28). 2 Disconnect the external keyboard. 3 Turn on the computer. 4 From the Windows desktop, click the Start button, point to All Programs, point to Accessories, and click Notepad. ... external keyboard and verify that the numbers lock light is not lit. 38 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Contact Dell (see page 28), wait 1 minute, and turn it on again. 2 Verify that the numbers, capitals, and scroll lock lights on the keyboard blink during the ...
... D I S A B L E T H E N U M E R I C K E Y P A D - www.dell.com | support.dell.com CHECK THE EXTERNAL KEYBOARD - 1 Shut down the computer (see page 28). 2 Disconnect the external keyboard. 3 Turn on the computer. 4 From the Windows desktop, click the Start button, point to All Programs, point to Accessories, and click Notepad. ... external keyboard and verify that the numbers lock light is not lit. 38 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Contact Dell (see page 28), wait 1 minute, and turn it on again. 2 Verify that the numbers, capitals, and scroll lock lights on the keyboard blink during the ...
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... front of your antivirus software to eliminate the possibility that the disk or disc is defective. Verify that the sound is shut down and turned off (see the Dell Inspiron Help file. C L E A N T H E D R I V E O R D I V E - push firmly until the tray is normal and may cause noise. Viruses can sometimes... Other Multimedia 39 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Using CDs and DVDs For information about using CDs and DVDs in the Dell Inspiron Help file for and remove viruses. Click the Start button and click My Computer. Insert a bootable disk and restart the computer....
... front of your antivirus software to eliminate the possibility that the disk or disc is defective. Verify that the sound is shut down and turned off (see the Dell Inspiron Help file. C L E A N T H E D R I V E O R D I V E - push firmly until the tray is normal and may cause noise. Viruses can sometimes... Other Multimedia 39 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Using CDs and DVDs For information about using CDs and DVDs in the Dell Inspiron Help file for and remove viruses. Click the Start button and click My Computer. Insert a bootable disk and restart the computer....
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...K E R S E L F - Some speaker systems have been listening to check for the keyword standby in the lower-right corner of your screen. Turn off . E X I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - Ensure that you have...the speaker icon in some MP3 players overrides the Windows volume setting. See the speaker documentation for your screen. TE S T T H E S P E A K E R S - TE S T T H E E L E C T R I O N S - www.dell.com | support.dell.com If the CD-RW drive stops writing D I S A B L E S T A N D B Y M O D E I N W I N D O W S B E F O R E W R I T I N G K E Y B O A R D S H O R T C U T S...
...K E R S E L F - Some speaker systems have been listening to check for the keyword standby in the lower-right corner of your screen. Turn off . E X I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L - Ensure that you have...the speaker icon in some MP3 players overrides the Windows volume setting. See the speaker documentation for your screen. TE S T T H E S P E A K E R S - TE S T T H E E L E C T R I O N S - www.dell.com | support.dell.com If the CD-RW drive stops writing D I S A B L E S T A N D B Y M O D E I N W I N D O W S B E F O R E W R I T I N G K E Y B O A R D S H O R T C U T S...
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com When you turn on your computer, a pop-up appears from the network icon in the notification area whenever a network is detected in your computer for which your computer is not configured. 1 Click either the pop-up or the network icon to configure your area. 46 Setting Up a Home and Office Network The Wireless Network Connections window lists the wireless networks available in the area for one of the available wireless networks.
www.dell.com | support.dell.com When you turn on your computer, a pop-up appears from the network icon in the notification area whenever a network is detected in your computer for which your computer is not configured. 1 Click either the pop-up or the network icon to configure your area. 46 Setting Up a Home and Office Network The Wireless Network Connections window lists the wireless networks available in the area for one of the available wireless networks.
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...on your display, hold down your Product Information Guide. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Solving Problems 49 NOTE: ...and run the Dell Diagnostics before you see anything on your docking device for technical assistance. Solving Problems Dell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before... computer through the Start menu and try again. NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on the computer. The computer automatically runs the...wait until you contact Dell for instructions. 3 Connect the computer to begin the Dell Diagnostics. Then shut down and press the...
...on your display, hold down your Product Information Guide. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Solving Problems 49 NOTE: ...and run the Dell Diagnostics before you see anything on your docking device for technical assistance. Solving Problems Dell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before... computer through the Start menu and try again. NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on the computer. The computer automatically runs the...wait until you contact Dell for instructions. 3 Connect the computer to begin the Dell Diagnostics. Then shut down and press the...
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... your computer. This message is recommended that you are using the AC adapter, and turn off , press the power button. • If the light is blinking, the computer has power. • If the mode. www.dell.com | support.dell.com I N V A L I D C O N F I G U R A T I O N... or the mouse during the boot routine. Connect the computer to occur after a memory module is off . Run the Stuck Key test as described in "Dell Diagnostics" (see page 49). light is blinking, the computer is in the system setup program. K E Y B O A R D C L O C K L I N E F A I L U R E - K E Y B O A R ...
... your computer. This message is recommended that you are using the AC adapter, and turn off , press the power button. • If the light is blinking, the computer has power. • If the mode. www.dell.com | support.dell.com I N V A L I D C O N F I G U R A T I O N... or the mouse during the boot routine. Connect the computer to occur after a memory module is off . Run the Stuck Key test as described in "Dell Diagnostics" (see page 49). light is blinking, the computer is in the system setup program. K E Y B O A R D C L O C K L I N E F A I L U R E - K E Y B O A R ...
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Ensure that the computer turns on. S W I T C H T H E V I D E O I N T E R F E R E N C E - See the Dell Inspiron Help file for the keyword standby in the Windows Help and Support Center. To access the help file, see page 9. To access the help file,... connections. NOTE: If you are playing a DVD or watching a streaming video, is at least 60 cm (2 ft) away from the computer or external monitor. Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances. A D J U S T T H E P O W E R P R O P E R T I C A L O U T L E T - If your computer is difficult to read...
Ensure that the computer turns on. S W I T C H T H E V I D E O I N T E R F E R E N C E - See the Dell Inspiron Help file for the keyword standby in the Windows Help and Support Center. To access the help file, see page 9. To access the help file,... connections. NOTE: If you are playing a DVD or watching a streaming video, is at least 60 cm (2 ft) away from the computer or external monitor. Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances. A D J U S T T H E P O W E R P R O P E R T I C A L O U T L E T - If your computer is difficult to read...
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... Problems C H E C K T H E P O W E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I O N - See the scanner documentation for Color quality and Screen resolution. www.dell.com | support.dell.com ADJUST THE WINDOWS DISPLAY SETTINGS - 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Appearance and Themes. 3 Click the area you want to... is unlocked if it has a locking tab or button. U N L O C K T H E S C A N N E R - Contact Dell (see page 51. If only part of the display is readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR - 1 Turn off your scanner is firmly connected to the computer and to the computer...
... Problems C H E C K T H E P O W E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I O N - See the scanner documentation for Color quality and Screen resolution. www.dell.com | support.dell.com ADJUST THE WINDOWS DISPLAY SETTINGS - 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Appearance and Themes. 3 Click the area you want to... is unlocked if it has a locking tab or button. U N L O C K T H E S C A N N E R - Contact Dell (see page 51. If only part of the display is readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR - 1 Turn off your scanner is firmly connected to the computer and to the computer...
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... of floppy disk TR Y A N O T H E R F L O P P Y D I T E - C L E A N T H E D R I V E - Drive Problems NOTE: For information on the computer. See the following figure. To access the help file, see the Dell Inspiron Help file. Solving Problems 55 Insert a bootable disk and restart the computer. If you cannot save data to a floppy drive E N S U R E T H A T W I N D O W S ® R E C O G N I Z E S T H E D R I ...close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the computer. 2 Disconnect and reconnect the drive. 3 Turn on saving files to a floppy disk, see page 9.
... of floppy disk TR Y A N O T H E R F L O P P Y D I T E - C L E A N T H E D R I V E - Drive Problems NOTE: For information on the computer. See the following figure. To access the help file, see the Dell Inspiron Help file. Solving Problems 55 Insert a bootable disk and restart the computer. If you cannot save data to a floppy drive E N S U R E T H A T W I N D O W S ® R E C O G N I Z E S T H E D R I ...close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the computer. 2 Disconnect and reconnect the drive. 3 Turn on saving files to a floppy disk, see page 9.