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...Set Up the Operating 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 Back View Features 24 Front View Features 26 Status Lights and Indicators 28 Disabling Battery Charging... Optical Drive 38 Display Features 40 Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional 42 Removing and Replacing the Battery 46 Software Features 48 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 49 Dell Stage 50 Solving Problems 52 Beep Codes 52 Network Problems 53 3
...Set Up the Operating 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 Back View Features 24 Front View Features 26 Status Lights and Indicators 28 Disabling Battery Charging... Optical Drive 38 Display Features 40 Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional 42 Removing and Replacing the Battery 46 Software Features 48 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 49 Dell Stage 50 Solving Problems 52 Beep Codes 52 Network Problems 53 3
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...as a closed briefcase, or on fabric surfaces, such as a cabinet or drawer when it is powered on. You should never place your Dell Inspiron laptop. WARNING: Do not block, push objects into, or allow easy access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to accumulate... the fan or the computer. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer, deteriorate the computer performance, or cause a fire. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your computer in an enclosed space, such as carpets or rugs, while it is ...
...as a closed briefcase, or on fabric surfaces, such as a cabinet or drawer when it is powered on. You should never place your Dell Inspiron laptop. WARNING: Do not block, push objects into, or allow easy access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to accumulate... the fan or the computer. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer, deteriorate the computer performance, or cause a fire. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your computer in an enclosed space, such as carpets or rugs, while it is ...
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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 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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... specific information. 9 Set Up Ubuntu To set up Ubuntu for more information on the screen. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is recommended that you selected at support.dell.com. Doing so may take you will take some time to reinstall the operating system. See the Ubuntu...
... specific information. 9 Set Up Ubuntu To set up Ubuntu for more information on the screen. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is recommended that you selected at support.dell.com. Doing so may take you will take some time to reinstall the operating system. See the Ubuntu...
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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). You can be used to restore your computer to the...the following 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 ...
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). You can be used to restore your computer to the...the following 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 ...
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... or USB key in the computer. 3. 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 68. Ensure that you create... a password reset disk as soon as you set up Microsoft Windows. NOTE: For information on the screen. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create system recovery media: 1.
... or USB key in the computer. 3. 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 68. Ensure that you create... a password reset disk as soon as you set up Microsoft Windows. NOTE: For information on the screen. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create system recovery media: 1.
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The current status of the wireless radios appears on . 2. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To enable or disable wireless: 1. Press along with the < > key on the function key row on an airplane flight. 13 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. Press along with the < > key again to disable all wireless radios on the keyboard. Ensure that your computer is turned on the screen.
The current status of the wireless radios appears on . 2. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To enable or disable wireless: 1. Press along with the < > key on the function key row on an airplane flight. 13 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. Press along with the < > key again to disable all wireless radios on the keyboard. Ensure that your computer is turned on the screen.
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To complete setting up your Internet connection. • If you can purchase one from dell.com. Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the optional external USB modem and to...cable/satellite modem connection, contact your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in "Setting Up Your Internet Connection" on page 15. 14 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the telephone wall connector before you set up your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions.
To complete setting up your Internet connection. • If you can purchase one from dell.com. Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the optional external USB modem and to...cable/satellite modem connection, contact your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in "Setting Up Your Internet Connection" on page 15. 14 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the telephone wall connector before you set up your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions.
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... your country. Contact your ISP to your wireless router. To set up your connection to a wireless router: 1. Click Start → Control Panel. 4. 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 a network. 5. Before you can...
... your country. Contact your ISP to your wireless router. To set up your connection to a wireless router: 1. Click Start → Control Panel. 4. 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 a network. 5. Before you can...
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..., type network, and then click Network and Sharing Center→ Set up your Internet connection: 1. The Connect to complete the setup. 16 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to the Internet. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. NOTE: If you do not know which type...
..., type network, and then click Network and Sharing Center→ Set up your Internet connection: 1. The Connect to complete the setup. 16 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to the Internet. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. NOTE: If you do not know which type...
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Right View Features 1 2 34 56 7 18 INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron laptop.
Right View Features 1 2 34 56 7 18 INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron laptop.
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... the optical-drive tray if it is being read. 3 Optical-drive eject button - Plays or records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs (optional). Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Optical drive -
... the optical-drive tray if it is being read. 3 Optical-drive eject button - Plays or records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs (optional). Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Optical drive -
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... computer and USB devices. 2 HDMI connector - Connects to charge USB devices when the computer is read. 3 eSATA/USB combo connector with USB PowerShare - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 USB 3.0 connector - The USB PowerShare feature allows you turn on /off when only 10% of the total battery life remains. 21
... computer and USB devices. 2 HDMI connector - Connects to charge USB devices when the computer is read. 3 eSATA/USB combo connector with USB PowerShare - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 USB 3.0 connector - The USB PowerShare feature allows you turn on /off when only 10% of the total battery life remains. 21
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop 4 8-in the slot; For the supported memory cards, see "Specifications" on memory cards. Save the blank for use when no media card is installed in -1 Media Card Reader - Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on page 82. Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. 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. 23
Using Your Inspiron Laptop 4 8-in the slot; For the supported memory cards, see "Specifications" on memory cards. Save the blank for use when no media card is installed in -1 Media Card Reader - Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on page 82. Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. 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. 23
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... a network or a broadband device if you buy a security cable, ensure that it fits into the security cable slot on your computer. 2 Network connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Security cable slot - NOTE: Before you are using a wired network. 3 USB 3.0 connector -
... a network or a broadband device if you buy a security cable, ensure that it fits into the security cable slot on your computer. 2 Network connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Security cable slot - NOTE: Before you are using a wired network. 3 USB 3.0 connector -
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power indicator light - A solid white light indicates hard drive activity. For more information on the power indicator light, see "Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional)" on ...
Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power indicator light - A solid white light indicates hard drive activity. For more information on the power indicator light, see "Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional)" on ...
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop Status Lights and Indicators Battery Status Light AC adapter Battery Indicator Light Status solid white off solid amber off Computer State(s) on/standby/off/ hibernate on/standby/off/ hibernate on/standby on/standby/off/ hibernate Battery Charge Status charging fully charged low battery (
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Status Lights and Indicators Battery Status Light AC adapter Battery Indicator Light Status solid white off solid amber off Computer State(s) on/standby/off/ hibernate on/standby/off/ hibernate on/standby on/standby/off/ hibernate Battery Charge Status charging fully charged low battery (