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... Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up Microsoft Windows 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Connect the External Optical Drive (Optional 16 Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional 17 Connect to the Internet (Optional 17 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 20 Right View Features 20 Left View Features 22 Back View Features 24 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 26 Status Lights and Indicators 28 Disabling Battery Charging 29 Touch Pad Gestures 30 Multimedia Control Keys 32 Display...
... Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up Microsoft Windows 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Connect the External Optical Drive (Optional 16 Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional 17 Connect to the Internet (Optional 17 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 20 Right View Features 20 Left View Features 22 Back View Features 24 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 26 Status Lights and Indicators 28 Disabling Battery Charging 29 Touch Pad Gestures 30 Multimedia Control Keys 32 Display...
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... Problems 43 Beep Codes 43 Network Problems 44 Power Problems 45 Memory Problems 47 Lockups and Software Problems 47 Using Support Tools 50 Dell Support Center 50 My Dell Downloads 51 Hardware Troubleshooter 52 Dell Diagnostics 52 Restoring Your Operating System 54 System Restore 55 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 56 System Recovery Media 59 Dell Factory Image Restore 60 Getting Help 62 Technical Support and Customer Service 63 DellConnect 63 Online Services 64 Automated Order-Status Service 65 Product Information 65 Returning Items for Repair...
... Problems 43 Beep Codes 43 Network Problems 44 Power Problems 45 Memory Problems 47 Lockups and Software Problems 47 Using Support Tools 50 Dell Support Center 50 My Dell Downloads 51 Hardware Troubleshooter 52 Dell Diagnostics 52 Restoring Your Operating System 54 System Restore 55 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 56 System Recovery Media 59 Dell Factory Image Restore 60 Getting Help 62 Technical Support and Customer Service 63 DellConnect 63 Online Services 64 Automated Order-Status Service 65 Product Information 65 Returning Items for Repair...
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Microsoft Windows To set up an Internet connection. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Doing so may take you will need to support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 9 The Windows setup screens will take some time to complete. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer available at support.dell.com. NOTE: For more information on the screen. NOTE: For optimal...
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Microsoft Windows To set up an Internet connection. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Doing so may take you will need to support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 9 The Windows setup screens will take some time to complete. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer available at support.dell.com. NOTE: For more information on the screen. NOTE: For optimal...
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... DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc (optional) NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 10 The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that involve discs. You will require the following to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have an internal...
... DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc (optional) NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 10 The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that involve discs. You will require the following to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have an internal...
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Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Follow the instructions on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see the Windows 7 support at support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 NOTE: It is recommended that the AC adapter is connected (see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 59. For more information, see "System Recovery Media" on page 6). 2. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create system recovery media: 1. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Insert the disc or USB key in the...
Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Follow the instructions on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see the Windows 7 support at support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 NOTE: It is recommended that the AC adapter is connected (see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 59. For more information, see "System Recovery Media" on page 6). 2. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create system recovery media: 1. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Insert the disc or USB key in the...
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...). 3. Replace the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 36). 5. Installing a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card on your computer. To install the SIM card: 1. In the battery bay, slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot. 4. To access the Internet you to connect to access the Internet. Turn on your computer allows you must be within the network of your computer. 2. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: Installing a SIM card is...
...). 3. Replace the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 36). 5. Installing a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card on your computer. To install the SIM card: 1. In the battery bay, slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot. 4. To access the Internet you to connect to access the Internet. Turn on your computer allows you must be within the network of your computer. 2. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: Installing a SIM card is...
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... your Internet connection. • If you need to connect to your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your wireless router. Click Start → Control Panel. 4. To set up your wireless router, see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on the screen to a network. 5. In the search box, type network...
... your Internet connection. • If you need to connect to your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your wireless router. Click Start → Control Panel. 4. To set up your wireless router, see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on the screen to a network. 5. In the search box, type network...
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... a service outage. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP to the Internet window appears. The Connect to check the service status, or try connecting again later. Contact your ISP. 4. Have your Internet connection: 1. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by country. If you do not know which type...
... a service outage. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP to the Internet window appears. The Connect to check the service status, or try connecting again later. Contact your ISP. 4. Have your Internet connection: 1. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by country. If you do not know which type...
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... charging. NOTE: If you to charge the device. Connects to a microphone or inputs signal for use with audio programs. 4 USB connector with USB PowerShare - Connects to view programs using the TV tuner card (optional). 2 Audio out/Headphone connector - Connects to an external antenna to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 6 AC adapter connector - Connects to the AC adapter to a powered speaker or sound system. 3 Audio in sleep state. The USB Powershare feature allows you turn...
... charging. NOTE: If you to charge the device. Connects to a microphone or inputs signal for use with audio programs. 4 USB connector with USB PowerShare - Connects to view programs using the TV tuner card (optional). 2 Audio out/Headphone connector - Connects to an external antenna to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 6 AC adapter connector - Connects to the AC adapter to a powered speaker or sound system. 3 Audio in sleep state. The USB Powershare feature allows you turn...
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... selected items, and left -click and right-click functions like those on page 28. 4 Hard drive activity light - Indicates the power state and battery charge status. Provides the functionality of data, never turn off when pressed. 2 Function key row - For more information on the multimedia keys, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on a mouse. 6 Touch pad - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power button - The wireless enable or disable key , brightness increase and decrease keys, touch pad enable or disable key , and the multimedia keys are located in this row.
... selected items, and left -click and right-click functions like those on page 28. 4 Hard drive activity light - Indicates the power state and battery charge status. Provides the functionality of data, never turn off when pressed. 2 Function key row - For more information on the multimedia keys, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on a mouse. 6 Touch pad - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power button - The wireless enable or disable key , brightness increase and decrease keys, touch pad enable or disable key , and the multimedia keys are located in this row.
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In the search box, type Power Options and press . 4. Click Start . 3. Under Power Options window, click Dell Battery Meter to disable the battery charging feature while on . 2. Ensure that your computer is turned on an airplane flight. To quickly disable the battery charging feature: 1. NOTE: Battery charging can also be required to open Battery Settings window. 5. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Disabling Battery Charging You may be disabled in the System Setup (BIOS) utility. 29 Click Turn off Battery Charging and then click OK.
In the search box, type Power Options and press . 4. Click Start . 3. Under Power Options window, click Dell Battery Meter to disable the battery charging feature while on . 2. Ensure that your computer is turned on an airplane flight. To quickly disable the battery charging feature: 1. NOTE: Battery charging can also be required to open Battery Settings window. 5. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Disabling Battery Charging You may be disabled in the System Setup (BIOS) utility. 29 Click Turn off Battery Charging and then click OK.
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... information, go to DellDataSafe.com. You can access the service on the screen. 39 Follow the instructions on your desktop. 2. To schedule backups: 1. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Online icon in the notification area of your computer using a password‑protected account. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that helps protect your data and other...
... information, go to DellDataSafe.com. You can access the service on the screen. 39 Follow the instructions on your desktop. 2. To schedule backups: 1. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Online icon in the notification area of your computer using a password‑protected account. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that helps protect your data and other...
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... problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. NOTE: To replace parts, see "Contacting Dell" on page 70. WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. If this occurs, write down the beep code and contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals for assistance. Chipset error RAM read/write failure Real Time Clock failure Video card or chip failure Processor failure Display failure 43 INSPIRON BIOS ROM...
... problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. NOTE: To replace parts, see "Contacting Dell" on page 70. WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. If this occurs, write down the beep code and contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals for assistance. Chipset error RAM read/write failure Real Time Clock failure Video card or chip failure Processor failure Display failure 43 INSPIRON BIOS ROM...
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...; Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables. • Too many devices connected to a power strip. • Multiple power strips connected to resume normal operation. • If the display is breathing white - If the power/battery indicator light is not responding, press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 70). The computer is in standby mode...
...; Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables. • Too many devices connected to a power strip. • Multiple power strips connected to resume normal operation. • If the display is breathing white - If the power/battery indicator light is not responding, press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 70). The computer is in standby mode...
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... problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 70). Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up - Click End Task. 47 If you are not using to the electrical outlet. Click Applications. 3. If a program stops responding - If necessary, install additional memory (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • Reseat the memory module(s) into the connector(s) (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals...
... problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 70). Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up - Click End Task. 47 If you are not using to the electrical outlet. Click Applications. 3. If a program stops responding - If necessary, install additional memory (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • Reseat the memory module(s) into the connector(s) (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals...
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... Start → All Programs→ Dell→ Dell Support Center→ Launch Dell Support Center. PC Checkup Utilities • Drive Space Manager - The home page also provides links to your hard drive, and track the changes made to access: PC Checkup - Monitor system events and changes over time. INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center All the support you need - Run hardware diagnostics, see which program occupies the maximum memory on your computer each type...
... Start → All Programs→ Dell→ Dell Support Center→ Launch Dell Support Center. PC Checkup Utilities • Drive Space Manager - The home page also provides links to your hard drive, and track the changes made to access: PC Checkup - Monitor system events and changes over time. INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center All the support you need - Run hardware diagnostics, see which program occupies the maximum memory on your computer each type...
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... to start the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1. Using Support Tools Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is active. Starting Dell Diagnostics When you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to test displays in the system setup utility and is detected but incorrectly configured, you run Dell Diagnostics before you want to resolve the incompatibility. Type hardware troubleshooter in "Lockups and Software Problems" on (or restart) your computer. 2. The ePSA includes a series of...
... to start the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1. Using Support Tools Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is active. Starting Dell Diagnostics When you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to test displays in the system setup utility and is detected but incorrectly configured, you run Dell Diagnostics before you want to resolve the incompatibility. Type hardware troubleshooter in "Lockups and Software Problems" on (or restart) your computer. 2. The ePSA includes a series of...
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Computer Model Dell Inspiron 1122 Computer Information System chipset A50M Processor types AMD E350 AMD C50 Memory Memory module connector Memory module capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory two user-accessible SODIMM connectors 1 GB, 2 GB, and 4 GB 2 GB 8 GB Possible memory 2 GB, 3 GB, 4 GB, 6 GB, configurations and 8 GB 74 NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer, see the Detailed System Information section in the Dell Support Center...
Computer Model Dell Inspiron 1122 Computer Information System chipset A50M Processor types AMD E350 AMD C50 Memory Memory module connector Memory module capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory two user-accessible SODIMM connectors 1 GB, 2 GB, and 4 GB 2 GB 8 GB Possible memory 2 GB, 3 GB, 4 GB, 6 GB, configurations and 8 GB 74 NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer, see the Detailed System Information section in the Dell Support Center...
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F finding more information 72 FTP login, anonymous 64 H hard drive activity light 27 hardware problems diagnosing 52 Hardware Troubleshooter 52 help getting assistance and support 62 I Internet connection 17 ISP Internet Service Provider 17 M memory problems solving 47 N network connection fixing 44 P Power/battery indicator light 27 power problems, solving 45 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 43 products information and purchasing 65 R resources, finding more 72 restoring factory image 60 Index 83
F finding more information 72 FTP login, anonymous 64 H hard drive activity light 27 hardware problems diagnosing 52 Hardware Troubleshooter 52 help getting assistance and support 62 I Internet connection 17 ISP Internet Service Provider 17 M memory problems solving 47 N network connection fixing 44 P Power/battery indicator light 27 power problems, solving 45 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 43 products information and purchasing 65 R resources, finding more 72 restoring factory image 60 Index 83
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Index S Service Tag locating 68 setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 66 SIM card 12 software features 38 software problems 47 solving problems 43 specifications 74 support e-mail addresses 64 support sites worldwide 63 System Recovery Media 59 system reinstall options 54 System Restore 55 84 V ventilation, ensuring 5 W warranty returns 66 Windows Program Compatibility Wizard 48 wired network network cable, connecting 7 wireless network problems 44
Index S Service Tag locating 68 setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 66 SIM card 12 software features 38 software problems 47 solving problems 43 specifications 74 support e-mail addresses 64 support sites worldwide 63 System Recovery Media 59 system reinstall options 54 System Restore 55 84 V ventilation, ensuring 5 W warranty returns 66 Windows Program Compatibility Wizard 48 wired network network cable, connecting 7 wireless network problems 44
