Quick Reference Guide
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...access device drivers and user documentation, you must use this computer? Quick Reference Guide 45 If you are running Windows. 1 Turn on this computer connect to the Windows desktop. 2 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD into the CD drive. message appears, click Skip. 15 When the Ready to ... are using the Drivers and Utilities CD for the first time on the computer and allow it to boot to the Internet? screen appears, select No, not at the Welcome Dell System Owner screen. 5 Select the appropriate System Model, Operating System, Device Type, and Topic. screen appears, you can...
...access device drivers and user documentation, you must use this computer? Quick Reference Guide 45 If you are running Windows. 1 Turn on this computer connect to the Windows desktop. 2 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD into the CD drive. message appears, click Skip. 15 When the Ready to ... are using the Drivers and Utilities CD for the first time on the computer and allow it to boot to the Internet? screen appears, select No, not at the Welcome Dell System Owner screen. 5 Select the appropriate System Model, Operating System, Device Type, and Topic. screen appears, you can...
Setup Guide
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... Recovery Media (Recommended 12 Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional 13 Connect to the Internet (Optional 13 Using Your Inspiron Desktop 16 Front View Features 16 Back View Features 20 Back Panel Connectors 22 Software Features 24 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 25 Dell Stage 25 Solving Problems 28 Beep Codes 28 Network Problems 29 Power...
... Recovery Media (Recommended 12 Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional 13 Connect to the Internet (Optional 13 Using Your Inspiron Desktop 16 Front View Features 16 Back View Features 20 Back Panel Connectors 22 Software Features 24 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 25 Dell Stage 25 Solving Problems 28 Beep Codes 28 Network Problems 29 Power...
Setup Guide
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...Internet connection that the network cable has been securely attached. Do not plug a telephone cable (RJ11 connector) into the network connector. To connect your computer to a network or a broadband device, connect one end of the network cable to complete your computer. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop 9 Connect the Network Cable (Optional) A network connection... is not required to either a network port or a broadband device. NOTE: Use only an Ethernet cable (RJ45 connector) to connect to the network...
...Internet connection that the network cable has been securely attached. Do not plug a telephone cable (RJ11 connector) into the network connector. To connect your computer to a network or a broadband device, connect one end of the network cable to complete your computer. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop 9 Connect the Network Cable (Optional) A network connection... is not required to either a network port or a broadband device. NOTE: Use only an Ethernet cable (RJ45 connector) to connect to the network...
Setup Guide
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... your computer, it is preconfigured with the Microsoft Windows operating system. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop NOTE: For optimal performance of your computer available at support.dell.com. Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is recommended that you will take some time to support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 To set up an Internet connection.
... your computer, it is preconfigured with the Microsoft Windows operating system. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop NOTE: For optimal performance of your computer available at support.dell.com. Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is recommended that you will take some time to support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 To set up an Internet connection.
Setup Guide
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...or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the antenna-in "Setting Up Your Internet Connection" on your original order, you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet Service Provider (ISP). To complete setting up...or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in connector on the screen. Connect the TV/digital antenna cable or the cable adapter to the Internet, you can purchase one from www.dell.com. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Set Up ...
...or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the antenna-in "Setting Up Your Internet Connection" on your original order, you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet Service Provider (ISP). To complete setting up...or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in connector on the screen. Connect the TV/digital antenna cable or the cable adapter to the Internet, you can purchase one from www.dell.com. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Set Up ...
Setup Guide
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Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Setting Up Your Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country. Have your country. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Setting Up a Wireless Connection NOTE: To set up your wireless router, see the documentation that shipped with your wireless router. Save and close any open files, and exit any ...
Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Setting Up Your Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country. Have your country. Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Setting Up a Wireless Connection NOTE: To set up your wireless router, see the documentation that shipped with your wireless router. Save and close any open files, and exit any ...
Setup Guide
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... complete the setup. NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP to the Internet window appears. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP. 4. In the search box, type network, and then ...click Network and Sharing Center→ Set up your Internet connection: 1. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. Setting Up Your...
... complete the setup. NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP to the Internet window appears. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP. 4. In the search box, type network, and then ...click Network and Sharing Center→ Set up your Internet connection: 1. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. Setting Up Your...
Setup Guide
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... Discs (optional). You can also edit and view digital photographs and images. Check your purchase order for software installed on connected TVs, projectors, and home theater equipment. 24 Entertainment and Multimedia You can use your computer to create presentations, brochures, ...greeting cards, fliers, and spreadsheets. Using Your Inspiron Desktop Software Features Productivity and Communication You can use your computer to watch videos, play games, create your computer. After connecting to the Internet, you to music and radio stations. Optional software applications...
... Discs (optional). You can also edit and view digital photographs and images. Check your purchase order for software installed on connected TVs, projectors, and home theater equipment. 24 Entertainment and Multimedia You can use your computer to create presentations, brochures, ...greeting cards, fliers, and spreadsheets. Using Your Inspiron Desktop Software Features Productivity and Communication You can use your computer to watch videos, play games, create your computer. After connecting to the Internet, you to music and radio stations. Optional software applications...
Setup Guide
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View videos. Using Your Inspiron Desktop The following are the applications available on Dell Stage: NOTE: Some of your pictures and upload them to Facebook or Flickr when connected to the Internet. • DELL WEB - You can create slideshows and collections of the applications may not be available based on your music files by album, artist...
View videos. Using Your Inspiron Desktop The following are the applications available on Dell Stage: NOTE: Some of your pictures and upload them to Facebook or Flickr when connected to the Internet. • DELL WEB - You can create slideshows and collections of the applications may not be available based on your music files by album, artist...
Setup Guide
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...in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-999-3355). Select the appropriate service or support link based on your country or region. 3. Dell provides several online and telephonebased support and service options. To contact Dell for you can find contact information on your... area. Go to www.dell.com/ContactDell. 2. Choose the method of contacting Dell that is convenient for sales, technical support, or customer service issues: 1. NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you . Getting Help 57 Contacting Dell For customers in your requirement. ...
...in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-999-3355). Select the appropriate service or support link based on your country or region. 3. Dell provides several online and telephonebased support and service options. To contact Dell for you can find contact information on your... area. Go to www.dell.com/ContactDell. 2. Choose the method of contacting Dell that is convenient for sales, technical support, or customer service issues: 1. NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you . Getting Help 57 Contacting Dell For customers in your requirement. ...
Setup Guide
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INSPIRON Index A Advanced Boot Options 48 airflow 5 audio controller 61 B backup and recovery 25 beep code 56 Blu-ray Discs 24 C calling Dell 55 CDs, playing and creating 24 computer capabilities 24 66 connect(ing) display 6 optional network cable 9 to the Internet 13 Contacting Dell online 57 customer service 51 D DataSafe Local Backup 44 DellConnect 51 Dell Diagnostics 39 Dell Factory Image Restore 48 Dell Stage 25 Diagnostic Checklist 56 drivers and downloads 59 DVDs, playing and creating 24
INSPIRON Index A Advanced Boot Options 48 airflow 5 audio controller 61 B backup and recovery 25 beep code 56 Blu-ray Discs 24 C calling Dell 55 CDs, playing and creating 24 computer capabilities 24 66 connect(ing) display 6 optional network cable 9 to the Internet 13 Contacting Dell online 57 customer service 51 D DataSafe Local Backup 44 DellConnect 51 Dell Diagnostics 39 Dell Factory Image Restore 48 Dell Stage 25 Diagnostic Checklist 56 drivers and downloads 59 DVDs, playing and creating 24
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E e-mail addresses for technical support 52 F finding more information 58 front-side connectors 16 FTP login, anonymous 52 H hard drive activity light 18 hardware problems diagnosing 39 Hardware Troubleshooter 39 HDMI connector 23 help getting assistance and support 50 I Internet connection 13 ISP Internet Service Provider 13 L Line-in connector 23 M memory problems solving 31 N network connection fixing 29 network connector location 23 Index 67
E e-mail addresses for technical support 52 F finding more information 58 front-side connectors 16 FTP login, anonymous 52 H hard drive activity light 18 hardware problems diagnosing 39 Hardware Troubleshooter 39 HDMI connector 23 help getting assistance and support 50 I Internet connection 13 ISP Internet Service Provider 13 L Line-in connector 23 M memory problems solving 31 N network connection fixing 29 network connector location 23 Index 67