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Contents Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 ... 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 16 Connect to the Internet (Optional 18 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 22 Right View Features 22 Left View Features 24 Back View Features 28 Front View Features 30 Status Lights and Indicators... Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional 46 Removing and Replacing the Battery 50 Software Features 52 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 53...
Contents Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 ... 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 16 Connect to the Internet (Optional 18 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 22 Right View Features 22 Left View Features 24 Back View Features 28 Front View Features 30 Status Lights and Indicators... Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional 46 Removing and Replacing the Battery 50 Software Features 52 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 53...
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Restricting airflow around your laptop may result in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, or on fabric surfaces, such as a cabinet or drawer when it is normal and does ... and a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on . You should never place your Dell computer in permanent damage to overheat. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your computer, ensure that you allow dust to place your Dell Inspiron laptop. The computer turns on . INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your computer.
Restricting airflow around your laptop may result in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, or on fabric surfaces, such as a cabinet or drawer when it is normal and does ... and a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on . You should never place your Dell computer in permanent damage to overheat. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your computer, ensure that you allow dust to place your Dell Inspiron laptop. The computer turns on . INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your computer.
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WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or permanent damage to the computer and then plug it into an electrical outlet or surge protector. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6
WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or permanent damage to the computer and then plug it into an electrical outlet or surge protector. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the Network Cable (Optional) To use a wired network connection, connect the network cable. 7
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the Network Cable (Optional) To use a wired network connection, connect the network cable. 7
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... performance of your computer available at the time of purchase. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is recommended that you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Microsoft Windows for the first...
... performance of your computer available at the time of purchase. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is recommended that you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Microsoft Windows for the first...
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create system recovery media as soon as you purchased the computer, while preserving data files (without the need of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc (optional) NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not...computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows. You can be used to restore your computer to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). You will require the following to the operating ...
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create system recovery media as soon as you purchased the computer, while preserving data files (without the need of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc (optional) NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not...computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows. You can be used to restore your computer to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). You will require the following to the operating ...
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For more information, see "System Recovery Media" on support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Follow the instructions on page 6). 2. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. NOTE: For information on ...restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see the Windows 7 support on page 71. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. NOTE: It is connected (see "Connect the AC Adapter" on the screen. Ensure that the AC adapter is recommended that you create...
For more information, see "System Recovery Media" on support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Follow the instructions on page 6). 2. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. NOTE: For information on ...restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see the Windows 7 support on page 71. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. NOTE: It is connected (see "Connect the AC Adapter" on the screen. Ensure that the AC adapter is recommended that you create...
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... a WWAN card at the time of purchase. Installing a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card in your cellular service provider. Turn off your computer. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: The SIM card slot is not required if you are using an EVDO card to the Internet.
... a WWAN card at the time of purchase. Installing a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card in your cellular service provider. Turn off your computer. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: The SIM card slot is not required if you are using an EVDO card to the Internet.
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Ensure that your computer is turned on the keyboard. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To enable or disable wireless: 1. Press along with the < > key on the function key row on . 2. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. Press along with the < > key again to disable all wireless radios on the screen. The current status of the wireless radios appears on an airplane flight. 15 NOTE: The wireless key allows you to quickly turn off wireless radios (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth), such as when you are asked to switch between the wireless enabled or disabled states.
Ensure that your computer is turned on the keyboard. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To enable or disable wireless: 1. Press along with the < > key on the function key row on . 2. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. Press along with the < > key again to disable all wireless radios on the screen. The current status of the wireless radios appears on an airplane flight. 15 NOTE: The wireless key allows you to quickly turn off wireless radios (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth), such as when you are asked to switch between the wireless enabled or disabled states.
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... your computer. 2. The Intel wireless display feature allows you to share your TV before setting up wireless display: 1. Turn on the desktop. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Wireless Display (Optional) NOTE: The wireless display feature may not be available on the Windows desktop. The Intel Wireless Display window appears. 7. Enter...
... your computer. 2. The Intel wireless display feature allows you to share your TV before setting up wireless display: 1. Turn on the desktop. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Wireless Display (Optional) NOTE: The wireless display feature may not be available on the Windows desktop. The Intel Wireless Display window appears. 7. Enter...
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Select Connect to Existing Adapter. Click the Intel Wireless Display icon on the desktop. The Intel Wireless Display window appears. 2. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 17 NOTE: For more information about wireless display, see the wireless display adapter documentation. NOTE: You can download and install the latest driver for "Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager" from support.dell.com. To enable wireless display: 1.
Select Connect to Existing Adapter. Click the Intel Wireless Display icon on the desktop. The Intel Wireless Display window appears. 2. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 17 NOTE: For more information about wireless display, see the wireless display adapter documentation. NOTE: You can download and install the latest driver for "Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager" from support.dell.com. To enable wireless display: 1.
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the telephone wall connector before you set up your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in "Setting .../satellite modem connection, contact your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. To complete setting up your original order, you can purchase one from dell.com. If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is not a part of your Internet connection. • If you need an external modem or network...
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the telephone wall connector before you set up your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in "Setting .../satellite modem connection, contact your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. To complete setting up your original order, you can purchase one from dell.com. If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is not a part of your Internet connection. • If you need an external modem or network...
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... is enabled on your computer (see the documentation that shipped with your router. If you need to connect to your wireless router. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up a Wireless Connection NOTE: To set up your wireless router, see "Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional)" on the screen to complete the setup. Save...
... is enabled on your computer (see the documentation that shipped with your router. If you need to connect to your wireless router. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up a Wireless Connection NOTE: To set up your wireless router, see "Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional)" on the screen to complete the setup. Save...
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... ISP to complete the setup. 20 Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your Internet connection: 1. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 4. NOTE: If you do not know...
... ISP to complete the setup. 20 Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your Internet connection: 1. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 4. NOTE: If you do not know...
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Right View Features 1 234 56 7 22 INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron laptop.
Right View Features 1 234 56 7 22 INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron laptop.
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.... 6 Audio-in/Microphone connector - Use to open when you insert a disc and it does not open the optical-drive tray. 4 Emergency eject hole - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Optical drive - For more information, see "Using the Optical Drive" on page 42. 5 Audio-out/Headphone connector - Blinks when you press the optical drive eject...
.... 6 Audio-in/Microphone connector - Use to open when you insert a disc and it does not open the optical-drive tray. 4 Emergency eject hole - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Optical drive - For more information, see "Using the Optical Drive" on page 42. 5 Audio-out/Headphone connector - Blinks when you press the optical drive eject...
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... devices (such as external hard drives or optical drives) or USB devices (such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 25 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 VGA connector - NOTE: When used with USB PowerShare - NOTE: If you to charge USB devices when the computer is powered off when only 10% of...
... devices (such as external hard drives or optical drives) or USB devices (such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 25 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 VGA connector - NOTE: When used with USB PowerShare - NOTE: If you to charge USB devices when the computer is powered off when only 10% of...
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop 5 8-in the slot; Save the blank for use when no media card is installed in -1 Media Card Reader - NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the media card slot. blanks from dust and other computers may not fit your computer. 27 Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on page 86. For the supported memory cards, see "Specifications" on memory cards. Blanks protect unused slots from other particles.
Using Your Inspiron Laptop 5 8-in the slot; Save the blank for use when no media card is installed in -1 Media Card Reader - NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the media card slot. blanks from dust and other computers may not fit your computer. 27 Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on page 86. For the supported memory cards, see "Specifications" on memory cards. Blanks protect unused slots from other particles.