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... System 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right View Features 18 Left View Features 20 Front View Features 22 Status Lights and Indicators 24 Computer Base Features 26 Touch Pad... Control Keys 30 Using the Optical Drive 32 Display Features 34 Removing and Replacing the Battery 36 Software Features 38 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 39 Dell Dock 40 Solving Problems 41 Beep Codes 41 Network Problems 42 Power Problems 43 Memory Problems 44 Lockups and Software ...
... System 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right View Features 18 Left View Features 20 Front View Features 22 Status Lights and Indicators 24 Computer Base Features 26 Touch Pad... Control Keys 30 Using the Optical Drive 32 Display Features 34 Removing and Replacing the Battery 36 Software Features 38 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 39 Dell Dock 40 Solving Problems 41 Beep Codes 41 Network Problems 42 Power Problems 43 Memory Problems 44 Lockups and Software ...
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... Do not block, push objects into, or allow easy access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to place your Dell™ computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, or on fabric surfaces, such as a cabinet or drawer when it...inches) at the back of the computer and a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on all other sides. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your Inspiron laptop may result in permanent damage to the computer. 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your computer in the...
... Do not block, push objects into, or allow easy access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to place your Dell™ computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, or on fabric surfaces, such as a cabinet or drawer when it...inches) at the back of the computer and a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on all other sides. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your Inspiron laptop may result in permanent damage to the computer. 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your computer in the...
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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. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. 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.
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. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. 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.
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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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... Ubuntu for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, see support.dell.com/MyNewDell. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is recommended that you selected at support.dell.com. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Microsoft® Windows® To...
... Ubuntu for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, see support.dell.com/MyNewDell. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is recommended that you selected at support.dell.com. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Microsoft® Windows® To...
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... 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 state it was in an undesirable operating state. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is...
... 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 state it was in an undesirable operating state. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is...
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Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Follow the instructions on page 6). 2. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 61. 11 Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on the screen. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1.
Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Follow the instructions on page 6). 2. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 61. 11 Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on the screen. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1.
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The wireless on or off all wireless radios (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth®) on your computer, such as when you to quickly turn off icons appear on the screen to enable or disable wireless. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Press the key on the function key row on the keyboard to indicate the status. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled NOTE: The wireless key allows you are asked to disable all wireless radios on an airplane flight. 13
The wireless on or off all wireless radios (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth®) on your computer, such as when you to quickly turn off icons appear on the screen to enable or disable wireless. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Press the key on the function key row on the keyboard to indicate the status. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled NOTE: The wireless key allows you are asked to disable all wireless radios on an airplane flight. 13
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...Internet, you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. 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 Up Your Internet Connection" on page 16. 14 To complete setting up your original order, you can purchase one at www.dell.com. If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is not a part of your Internet connection. • If you need an external ...
...Internet, you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. 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 Up Your Internet Connection" on page 16. 14 To complete setting up your original order, you can purchase one at www.dell.com. If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is not a part of your Internet connection. • If you need an external ...
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... your computer (see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on page 12). 2. Ensure that shipped with your wireless router. Click Start → Connect To. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up a Wireless Connection NOTE: To set up your wireless router, see the documentation that wireless is enabled on your computer (see "Enable or Disable...
... your computer (see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on page 12). 2. Ensure that shipped with your wireless router. Click Start → Connect To. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up a Wireless Connection NOTE: To set up your wireless router, see the documentation that wireless is enabled on your computer (see "Enable or Disable...
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... your ISP. 4. NOTE: If you cannot connect to the Internet but have successfully connected in your ISP to the Internet window appears. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up Your Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by your ISP information ready. If you do not have a service outage.
... your ISP. 4. NOTE: If you cannot connect to the Internet but have successfully connected in your ISP to the Internet window appears. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up Your Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by your ISP information ready. If you do not have a service outage.
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Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP. 4. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. The Connect to the Internet. NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP to complete the setup. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 17 In the search box, type network, and then click Network and Sharing Center→ Set up a connection or Network→ Connect to the Internet window appears. Windows Vista 1.
Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP. 4. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. The Connect to the Internet. NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP to complete the setup. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 17 In the search box, type network, and then click Network and Sharing Center→ Set up a connection or Network→ Connect to the Internet window appears. Windows Vista 1.
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INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron™ laptop. Right View Features 1 23 4 18
INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron™ laptop. Right View Features 1 23 4 18
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For more information, see "Using the Optical Drive" on your computer. 19 Ejects the optical drive tray when pressed. 4 Security cable slot - NOTE: Before you insert a disc and it fits into the security cable slot on page 32. 2 Optical drive light - Plays or records CDs and DVDs. Blinks when you press the optical drive eject button or when you buy a security cable, ensure that it is being read. 3 Optical drive eject button - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Optical drive - Attaches a commercially available security cable to the computer.
For more information, see "Using the Optical Drive" on your computer. 19 Ejects the optical drive tray when pressed. 4 Security cable slot - NOTE: Before you insert a disc and it fits into the security cable slot on page 32. 2 Optical drive light - Plays or records CDs and DVDs. Blinks when you press the optical drive eject button or when you buy a security cable, ensure that it is being read. 3 Optical drive eject button - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Optical drive - Attaches a commercially available security cable to the computer.
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Connects to an AC adapter to a monitor or projector. 21 Connects to power the computer and charge the battery. 2 USB 2.0 connectors (3) - Connects your computer to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 3 Network connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 AC adapter connector - Connect to a network or a broadband device if you are using a wired network. 4 VGA connector -
Connects to an AC adapter to a monitor or projector. 21 Connects to power the computer and charge the battery. 2 USB 2.0 connectors (3) - Connects your computer to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 3 Network connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 AC adapter connector - Connect to a network or a broadband device if you are using a wired network. 4 VGA connector -
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Turns on the memory card. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power status light - For more information on the battery status light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on steadily or blinks to indicate the battery charge ...
Turns on the memory card. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power status light - For more information on the battery status light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on steadily or blinks to indicate the battery charge ...
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop Status Lights and Indicators Battery Status Light Indicator light status Computer state(s) AC adapter solid white on/standby/off/ hibernate off on/standby/off/ hibernate Battery solid amber on/standby off on/standby/off/ hibernate off/hibernate Battery charge level 98% 10%
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Status Lights and Indicators Battery Status Light Indicator light status Computer state(s) AC adapter solid white on/standby/off/ hibernate off on/standby/off/ hibernate Battery solid amber on/standby off on/standby/off/ hibernate off/hibernate Battery charge level 98% 10%
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop Power Button Light/Power Indicator Light Power status light Indicator light status solid white off breathing white Computer state(s) on off/hibernate standby NOTE: For information on power problems, see "Power Problems" on page 43. 25
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Power Button Light/Power Indicator Light Power status light Indicator light status solid white off breathing white Computer state(s) on off/hibernate standby NOTE: For information on power problems, see "Power Problems" on page 43. 25