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... Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 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 16 Right View Features 16 Left View Features 17 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 18 Status Lights and Indicators 20 Back View Features 21 Touch Pad Gestures 22 Display Features 24 Removing and Replacing the Battery 26 Software Features 28 Dell Dock 29 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 30 Solving Problems...
... Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 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 16 Right View Features 16 Left View Features 17 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 18 Status Lights and Indicators 20 Back View Features 21 Touch Pad Gestures 22 Display Features 24 Removing and Replacing the Battery 26 Software Features 28 Dell Dock 29 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 30 Solving Problems...
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...; computer in the air vents. Restricting airflow around your Dell™ Inspiron™ laptop. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your Inspiron laptop may result in an enclosed space, such as carpets or rugs, while it is powered on . Do not place your computer. Fan noise is powered on . Restricting the airflow can damage the computer...
...; computer in the air vents. Restricting airflow around your Dell™ Inspiron™ laptop. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your Inspiron laptop may result in an enclosed space, such as carpets or rugs, while it is powered on . Do not place your computer. Fan noise is powered on . Restricting the airflow can damage the computer...
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... the instructions on the screen. The Windows setup screens will take some time to reinstall the operating system. NOTE: For optimal performance of purchase. 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 for your computer unusable and you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up an Internet connection...
... the instructions on the screen. The Windows setup screens will take some time to reinstall the operating system. NOTE: For optimal performance of purchase. 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 for your computer unusable and you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up an Internet connection...
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... following to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). Use an external optical drive or any external storage device for the procedures that you create a 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™ NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 10
... following to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). Use an external optical drive or any external storage device for the procedures that you create a 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™ NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 10
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Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 50. 11 Follow the instructions on page 6). 2. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on the screen. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4.
Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 50. 11 Follow the instructions on page 6). 2. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on the screen. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4.
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... search box, type network, and then click Network and Sharing Center→ Connect to a wireless router: 1. Click Start → Control Panel. 4. To set up your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. Ensure that shipped with your wireless router. If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is enabled on the screen to complete the setup. Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your connection to a network. 5.
... search box, type network, and then click Network and Sharing Center→ Connect to a wireless router: 1. Click Start → Control Panel. 4. To set up your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. Ensure that shipped with your wireless router. If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is enabled on the screen to complete the setup. Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your connection to a network. 5.
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... the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by country. Contact your ISP to complete the setup. 15 NOTE: If you do not have an ISP, the Connect to the Internet wizard can help you cannot connect to the Internet but have successfully connected in your ISP information ready. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to the Internet. Setting...
... the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by country. Contact your ISP to complete the setup. 15 NOTE: If you do not have an ISP, the Connect to the Internet wizard can help you cannot connect to the Internet but have successfully connected in your ISP information ready. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to the Internet. Setting...
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... drive activity light is powered using either the AC adapter or the battery. Provides the functionality of data, never turn off when pressed. 2 Function key row - For more information on the power/battery status light, see "Touch Pad Gestures" on page 22. 6 Touch pad buttons (2) - Turns the computer on when the computer reads or writes data. A blinking light indicates hard drive activity. The wireless enable or disable key, brightness increase and decrease keys, and the volume control keys are located in this row. 3 Power/Battery status light - Using Your Inspiron Laptop...
... drive activity light is powered using either the AC adapter or the battery. Provides the functionality of data, never turn off when pressed. 2 Function key row - For more information on the power/battery status light, see "Touch Pad Gestures" on page 22. 6 Touch pad buttons (2) - Turns the computer on when the computer reads or writes data. A blinking light indicates hard drive activity. The wireless enable or disable key, brightness increase and decrease keys, and the volume control keys are located in this row. 3 Power/Battery status light - Using Your Inspiron Laptop...
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell Dock The Dell Dock is displayed. 2. Right-click the category or icon on the screen. Choose the desired option to the Dock or a category. You can personalize the Dock by: • Adding or removing icons • Changing the color and location of the Dock • Grouping related icons into categories • Changing the behavior of icons that provides...
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell Dock The Dell Dock is displayed. 2. Right-click the category or icon on the screen. Choose the desired option to the Dock or a category. You can personalize the Dock by: • Adding or removing icons • Changing the color and location of the Dock • Grouping related icons into categories • Changing the behavior of icons that provides...
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... on your data and other important files from catastrophic incidents like theft, fire, or natural disasters. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that appear on the screen. 30 You can access the service on the taskbar. 2. Dell DataSafe Online is recommended for fast upload/download speeds. Follow the instructions that helps protect your computer using a password-protected account.
... on your data and other important files from catastrophic incidents like theft, fire, or natural disasters. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that appear on the screen. 30 You can access the service on the taskbar. 2. Dell DataSafe Online is recommended for fast upload/download speeds. Follow the instructions that helps protect your computer using a password-protected account.
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... Six Video card or chip failure Seven Processor failure Eight Display failure 31 NOTE: To replace parts, see "Contacting Dell" on page 61. Beep Code Possible Problem One Possible system board failure - Beep Codes Your computer might emit a series of beeps during start-up if there are errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. If you installed or replaced the memory module, ensure that the memory module is...
... Six Video card or chip failure Seven Processor failure Eight Display failure 31 NOTE: To replace parts, see "Contacting Dell" on page 61. Beep Code Possible Problem One Possible system board failure - Beep Codes Your computer might emit a series of beeps during start-up if there are errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. If you installed or replaced the memory module, ensure that the memory module is...
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...; Press a key on the keyboard, move the connected mouse or a finger on the touch pad, or press the power button to verify that the computer turns on properly. • Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. • Check the AC adapter cable connections. • If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the light on the AC adapter is...
...; Press a key on the keyboard, move the connected mouse or a finger on the touch pad, or press the power button to verify that the computer turns on properly. • Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. • Check the AC adapter cable connections. • If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the light on the AC adapter is...
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... resolves the problem. • See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your computer - Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message - • Save and close any open files and exit any open programs you are : • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables. • Too many devices connected to a power strip. • Multiple power strips connected to see...
... resolves the problem. • See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your computer - Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message - • Save and close any open files and exit any open programs you are : • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables. • Too many devices connected to a power strip. • Multiple power strips connected to see...
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... program is installed and configured properly. --Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. --If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. --Write down your computer through the Start menu. • Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system - Solving Problems If a program is designed for troubleshooting information: --Ensure...
... program is installed and configured properly. --Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. --If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. --Write down your computer through the Start menu. • Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system - Solving Problems If a program is designed for troubleshooting information: --Ensure...
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... Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). Replace the battery (see "Contacting Dell" on page 61). Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 61). CMOS checksum error - Keyboard failure - For help in resolving this problem, please note this system have failed at support.dell.com/manuals). Possible system board failure or RTC battery low. Possible hard-disk drive failure during HDD boot test. Hard-disk drive read failure - Possible harddisk drive failure during POST. Replace the keyboard (see the Service Manual at support.dell...
... Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). Replace the battery (see "Contacting Dell" on page 61). Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 61). CMOS checksum error - Keyboard failure - For help in resolving this problem, please note this system have failed at support.dell.com/manuals). Possible system board failure or RTC battery low. Possible hard-disk drive failure during HDD boot test. Hard-disk drive read failure - Possible harddisk drive failure during POST. Replace the keyboard (see the Service Manual at support.dell...
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... assistance. Type hardware troubleshooter in the system setup program and is detected but incorrectly configured, you experience a problem with your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities disc. 40 To start the search. 3. Click Start → Help and Support. 2. Dell Diagnostics If you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve the incompatibility. Using Support Tools Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during POST (Power On Self Test) to enter the System Setup (BIOS) utility. Press...
... assistance. Type hardware troubleshooter in the system setup program and is detected but incorrectly configured, you experience a problem with your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities disc. 40 To start the search. 3. Click Start → Help and Support. 2. Dell Diagnostics If you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve the incompatibility. Using Support Tools Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during POST (Power On Self Test) to enter the System Setup (BIOS) utility. Press...
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... is invoked: a. Do you want to run the Dell Diagnostics from the boot menu and press . Ensure that the computer is connected to an electrical outlet that no diagnostics utility partition has been found with this system so far. Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is known to be working properly. 2. Do you want to continue? (Recommended...
... is invoked: a. Do you want to run the Dell Diagnostics from the boot menu and press . Ensure that the computer is connected to an electrical outlet that no diagnostics utility partition has been found with this system so far. Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is known to be working properly. 2. Do you want to continue? (Recommended...
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... press . 4. Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc NOTE: Your computer does not have an internal optical drive. then, shut down and restart the computer. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your computer. 1. Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the numbered list. Shut down your computer. 7. Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the menu that involve discs.
... press . 4. Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc NOTE: Your computer does not have an internal optical drive. then, shut down and restart the computer. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your computer. 1. Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the numbered list. Shut down your computer. 7. Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the menu that involve discs.
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NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your desktop. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, see the About Your System section in the notification area of your computer. Computer Model Dell™ Inspiron™ 1018 Computer Information Processor type Intel® Atom™ System chipset Intel NM10 Express Memory Memory module connector Memory module capacities Configurations possible Memory type one SODIMM...
NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your desktop. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, see the About Your System section in the notification area of your computer. Computer Model Dell™ Inspiron™ 1018 Computer Information Processor type Intel® Atom™ System chipset Intel NM10 Express Memory Memory module connector Memory module capacities Configurations possible Memory type one SODIMM...
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Hardware Troubleshooter 40 help getting assistance and support 54 I Internet connection 14 ISP Internet Service Provider 14 M memory problems solving 34 N network connection fixing 32 P power problems, solving 33 power strips, using 6 products information and purchasing 57 R resources, finding more 62 restoring factory image 47, 51 S setting up internet connection internet connection 15 shipping products for return or repair 58 Index 73
Hardware Troubleshooter 40 help getting assistance and support 54 I Internet connection 14 ISP Internet Service Provider 14 M memory problems solving 34 N network connection fixing 32 P power problems, solving 33 power strips, using 6 products information and purchasing 57 R resources, finding more 62 restoring factory image 47, 51 S setting up internet connection internet connection 15 shipping products for return or repair 58 Index 73
