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... System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 14 Connect to the Internet (Optional 16 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right View Features 18 Left View Features 20 Back View Features 24 Front View Features 26 Status Lights and Indicators 28 Disabling Battery... Using the Optical Drive 40 Display Features 42 Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional 44 Removing and Replacing the Battery 48 Software Features 50 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 51...
... System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 14 Connect to the Internet (Optional 16 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right View Features 18 Left View Features 20 Back View Features 24 Front View Features 26 Status Lights and Indicators 28 Disabling Battery... Using the Optical Drive 40 Display Features 42 Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional 44 Removing and Replacing the Battery 48 Software Features 50 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 51...
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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 ... the fan when the computer gets hot. Do not place your Dell computer in permanent damage to place your computer in the air vents. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your Dell Inspiron laptop. Fan noise is powered on. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your computer, ensure that...
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 ... the fan when the computer gets hot. Do not place your Dell computer in permanent damage to place your computer in the air vents. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your Dell Inspiron laptop. Fan noise is powered on. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your computer, ensure that...
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6 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. WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide.
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6 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. WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide.
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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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...NOTE: For optimal performance of purchase. See the Ubuntu documentation for your computer unusable and you will take some time to support.dell.com/MyNewDell. Set Up Ubuntu To set up an Internet connection. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. ... computer, it is preconfigured with the operating system you selected at support.dell.com. NOTE: For more operating system specific information. 9 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers...
...NOTE: For optimal performance of purchase. See the Ubuntu documentation for your computer unusable and you will take some time to support.dell.com/MyNewDell. Set Up Ubuntu To set up an Internet connection. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. ... computer, it is preconfigured with the operating system you selected at support.dell.com. NOTE: For more operating system specific information. 9 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers...
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...changes to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows. 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 support rewritable discs. 10 You can be used to restore your computer to create the system recovery media: •...
...changes to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows. 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 support rewritable discs. 10 You can be used to restore your computer to create the system recovery media: •...
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... AC adapter is connected (see the Windows 7 support at support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 For more information, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 6). 2. Follow the instructions on page 69. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create system recovery media: 1. Click Create Recovery Media. 5.... Ensure that you create a password reset disk as soon as you set up Microsoft Windows. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Insert the ...
... AC adapter is connected (see the Windows 7 support at support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 For more information, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 6). 2. Follow the instructions on page 69. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create system recovery media: 1. Click Create Recovery Media. 5.... Ensure that you create a password reset disk as soon as you set up Microsoft Windows. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Insert the ...
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The current status of the wireless radios appears on . 2. Press along with the < > key again to disable all wireless radios on the keyboard. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. 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 screen. Press along with the < > key on the function key row on an airplane flight. 13 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To enable or disable wireless: 1.
The current status of the wireless radios appears on . 2. Press along with the < > key again to disable all wireless radios on the keyboard. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. 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 screen. Press along with the < > key on the function key row on an airplane flight. 13 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To enable or disable wireless: 1.
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Wireless Display (Optional) NOTE: The wireless display feature may not be purchased separately. You must be supported on the Windows desktop. 14 The ...
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Wireless Display (Optional) NOTE: The wireless display feature may not be purchased separately. You must be supported on the Windows desktop. 14 The ...
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.... 2. Select Connect to the TV. 4. Select Scan for your wireless display adapter from support.dell.com. Connect the wireless display adapter to Existing Adapter. Enter the security code that appears on the TV. 5. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up wireless display: 1. Click the Intel Wireless Display icon on your TV. Turn...
.... 2. Select Connect to the TV. 4. Select Scan for your wireless display adapter from support.dell.com. Connect the wireless display adapter to Existing Adapter. Enter the security code that appears on the TV. 5. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up wireless display: 1. Click the Intel Wireless Display icon on your TV. Turn...
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... to a wireless router: 1. Before you can use your wireless Internet connection, you can purchase one from dell.com. Ensure that shipped with your router. Follow the instructions on the screen to a network. 5. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the Internet, you are using a dial-up connection...
... to a wireless router: 1. Before you can use your wireless Internet connection, you can purchase one from dell.com. Ensure that shipped with your router. Follow the instructions on the screen to a network. 5. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the Internet, you are using a dial-up connection...
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... Internet but have an ISP, the Connect to the Internet wizard can help you do not have successfully connected in your ISP. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to the Internet window appears. NOTE: If you get one. If you do not know which...
... Internet but have an ISP, the Connect to the Internet wizard can help you do not have successfully connected in your ISP. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to the Internet window appears. NOTE: If you get one. If you do not know which...
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Right View Features 1 2 34 5 6 18 INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron laptop.
Right View Features 1 2 34 5 6 18 INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron laptop.
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... "Using the Emergency Eject Hole" on page 40. 2 Optical drive light - Provide faster data transmission between your computer and USB devices. 6 USB 2.0 connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Optical drive - For more information, see "Using the Optical Drive" on page 40. 5 USB 3.0 connectors (2) - Blinks when you press the optical drive eject button or...
... "Using the Emergency Eject Hole" on page 40. 2 Optical drive light - Provide faster data transmission between your computer and USB devices. 6 USB 2.0 connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Optical drive - For more information, see "Using the Optical Drive" on page 40. 5 USB 3.0 connectors (2) - Blinks when you press the optical drive eject button or...
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 eSATA/USB combo connector with audio programs. 4 Audio-out/Headphone connector - NOTE: When used with a monitor, only the video signal is powered off or in ...
Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 eSATA/USB combo connector with audio programs. 4 Audio-out/Headphone connector - NOTE: When used with a monitor, only the video signal is powered off or in ...
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blanks from dust and other computers may not fit your computer. 23 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 5 8-in the media card slot. NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in -1 Media Card Reader - Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. For more information on the supported memory cards, see "Specifications" on memory cards. Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on page 84. Save the blank for use when no media card is installed in the slot;
blanks from dust and other computers may not fit your computer. 23 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 5 8-in the media card slot. NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in -1 Media Card Reader - Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. For more information on the supported memory cards, see "Specifications" on memory cards. Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on page 84. Save the blank for use when no media card is installed in the slot;
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Connects your computer to power the computer and charge the battery. 25 NOTE: Before you are using a wired network. 2 VGA connector - Attaches a commercially available security cable to a monitor or projector. 3 Security cable slot - Connects to the computer. Connects to the AC adapter to a network or a broadband device if you buy a security cable, ensure that it fits into the security cable slot on your computer. 4 AC adapter connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Network connector -
Connects your computer to power the computer and charge the battery. 25 NOTE: Before you are using a wired network. 2 VGA connector - Attaches a commercially available security cable to a monitor or projector. 3 Security cable slot - Connects to the computer. Connects to the AC adapter to a network or a broadband device if you buy a security cable, ensure that it fits into the security cable slot on your computer. 4 AC adapter connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Network connector -
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... on . 3 Battery status light - NOTE: To enable or disable wireless, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on when the computer reads or writes data. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power indicator light - For more information on the battery status light, see "Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional)" on page 28. 2 Hard drive activity light -
... on . 3 Battery status light - NOTE: To enable or disable wireless, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on when the computer reads or writes data. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power indicator light - For more information on the battery status light, see "Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional)" on page 28. 2 Hard drive activity light -