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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 ... 22 Display Features 24 Removing and Replacing the Battery 26 Software Features 28 Dell Dock 29 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 30 Solving Problems 31 Beep Codes 31 Network Problems 32 Power Problems 33 Memory Problems 34 Lockups and Software Problems 35 Using Support Tools ...
...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 ... 22 Display Features 24 Removing and Replacing the Battery 26 Software Features 28 Dell Dock 29 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 30 Solving Problems 31 Beep Codes 31 Network Problems 32 Power Problems 33 Memory Problems 34 Lockups and Software Problems 35 Using Support Tools ...
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... Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up 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 is powered on. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or... the computer. The computer turns on the computer may cause it to the computer. 5 To prevent overheating ensure that you leave at least 10.2 cm (4 inches) at the...
... Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up 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 is powered on. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or... the computer. The computer turns on the computer may cause it to the computer. 5 To prevent overheating ensure that you leave at least 10.2 cm (4 inches) at the...
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WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6 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.
WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6 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 Press the Power Button 8
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Press the Power Button 8
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Connects to a powered speaker or sound system. 2 USB 2.0 connector - INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your computer to a network or a broadband device if you are using a wired network. 16 Connects your Inspiron™ laptop. Connects to a pair of headphones or to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 3 Network connector - Right View Features 12 3 1 Audio out/Headphone connector -
Connects to a powered speaker or sound system. 2 USB 2.0 connector - INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your computer to a network or a broadband device if you are using a wired network. 16 Connects your Inspiron™ laptop. Connects to a pair of headphones or to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 3 Network connector - Right View Features 12 3 1 Audio out/Headphone connector -
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... status light - For more information, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on page 20. 4 Hard drive activity light - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power button - Turns the computer on a mouse. 19 CAUTION: To avoid loss of a mouse to move the cursor, drag or move selected items, and left...-click and right-click functions like those on or off the computer while the hard drive activity light is powered using either the AC adapter or the battery. For more information on the power/battery status light, see "Touch Pad Gestures" on when the computer reads or writes data. Provide left...
... status light - For more information, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on page 20. 4 Hard drive activity light - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power button - Turns the computer on a mouse. 19 CAUTION: To avoid loss of a mouse to move the cursor, drag or move selected items, and left...-click and right-click functions like those on or off the computer while the hard drive activity light is powered using either the AC adapter or the battery. For more information on the power/battery status light, see "Touch Pad Gestures" on when the computer reads or writes data. Provide left...
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop Status Lights and Indicators Power/Battery Status Light AC adapter Battery Indicator light status solid white breathing white off solid white breathing white solid amber off Computer state(s) on off/hibernate standby off/hibernate on standby on/standby off/hibernate Battery charge level charging < 90% charging > 90% > 10% >= 10% < 10% n/a NOTE: The battery is charging when the computer is powered using the AC adapter. 20
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Status Lights and Indicators Power/Battery Status Light AC adapter Battery Indicator light status solid white breathing white off solid white breathing white solid amber off Computer state(s) on off/hibernate standby off/hibernate on standby on/standby off/hibernate Battery charge level charging < 90% charging > 90% > 10% >= 10% < 10% n/a NOTE: The battery is charging when the computer is powered using the AC adapter. 20
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Attaches a commercially available security cable to power the computer and charge the battery. 21 NOTE: Before you buy a security cable, ensure that it fits into the security cable slot on your computer. 2 AC adapter connector - Connects to an AC adapter to the computer. Back View Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 2 1 Security cable slot -
Attaches a commercially available security cable to power the computer and charge the battery. 21 NOTE: Before you buy a security cable, ensure that it fits into the security cable slot on your computer. 2 AC adapter connector - Connects to an AC adapter to the computer. Back View Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 2 1 Security cable slot -
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... a Wireless Connection" on page 14). • Interference may be blocking or interrupting your network administrator or ISP. A good connection exists between a 10-Mbps network and the computer. --Amber - The computer is powered on and connected to your data source (cable modem or network hub). • Re-establish your connection to the network.
... a Wireless Connection" on page 14). • Interference may be blocking or interrupting your network administrator or ISP. A good connection exists between a 10-Mbps network and the computer. --Amber - The computer is powered on and connected to your data source (cable modem or network hub). • Re-establish your connection to the network.
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...operation. • If the display 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 . If the power light is solid white and the computer is breathing white - ...The computer is either turned off - If the power light is not responding - Solving Problems Power Problems If the power light is off , in standby state, ...
...operation. • If the display 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 . If the power light is solid white and the computer is breathing white - ...The computer is either turned off - If the power light is not responding - Solving Problems Power Problems If the power light is off , in standby state, ...
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..." on page 40). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 61). 34 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...
..." on page 40). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 61). 34 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...
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... - Press simultaneously. 2. If a program stops responding - NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press the power button until the computer turns off and then restart your computer. 35 If the computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears -
... - Press simultaneously. 2. If a program stops responding - NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press the power button until the computer turns off and then restart your computer. 35 If the computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears -
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...Utilities disc may not ship with your computer, perform the checks in "Lockups and Software Problems" on Dell computers. Type hardware troubleshooter in the system setup program and is detected but incorrectly configured, you experience ... you want to test displays in the search field and press to start the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1. Dell Diagnostics If you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve the incompatibility. Ensure that the device that ... Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during POST (Power On Self Test) to enter the System Setup (BIOS) utility.
...Utilities disc may not ship with your computer, perform the checks in "Lockups and Software Problems" on Dell computers. Type hardware troubleshooter in the system setup program and is detected but incorrectly configured, you experience ... you want to test displays in the search field and press to start the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1. Dell Diagnostics If you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve the incompatibility. Ensure that the device that ... Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during POST (Power On Self Test) to enter the System Setup (BIOS) utility.
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...back up any data on the hard drive(s) and on any of the box. NOTE: Returns that you . Remove any and all items being returned (power cables, software, guides, and so on) if the return is not responsible for any other storage device in the original (or equivalent) packing materials....or for Credit Prepare all confidential, proprietary and personal information, as well as removable media, such as follows: NOTE: Before you return the product to Dell, make sure to be included with the item(s) being returned, whether for repair or credit, as media cards and CDs. Include a copy of ...
...back up any data on the hard drive(s) and on any of the box. NOTE: Returns that you . Remove any and all items being returned (power cables, software, guides, and so on) if the return is not responsible for any other storage device in the original (or equivalent) packing materials....or for Credit Prepare all confidential, proprietary and personal information, as well as removable media, such as follows: NOTE: Before you return the product to Dell, make sure to be included with the item(s) being returned, whether for repair or credit, as media cards and CDs. Include a copy of ...
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Touch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Size: Width Height 240 cpi 65.0 mm to 78.0 mm (2.55 to 3.07 inches) sensor-active area 30.5 mm to 30.0 mm (1.20 to 1.18 inches) rectangle Specifications Battery 3/6-cell "smart" lithium ion Height 22.56 mm (0.89 inches) Width 206 mm (8.11 inches) Depth 60.62 mm (2.39 inches) Weight 0.22 kg (0.48 lb) (3-cell) 0.38 kg (0.84 lb) (6-cell) Voltage 11.1 VDC Charge time (approximate) 4.0 hours (when the computer is powered off) Operating time varies depending on operating conditions Coin-cell battery CR-2032 67
Touch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Size: Width Height 240 cpi 65.0 mm to 78.0 mm (2.55 to 3.07 inches) sensor-active area 30.5 mm to 30.0 mm (1.20 to 1.18 inches) rectangle Specifications Battery 3/6-cell "smart" lithium ion Height 22.56 mm (0.89 inches) Width 206 mm (8.11 inches) Depth 60.62 mm (2.39 inches) Weight 0.22 kg (0.48 lb) (3-cell) 0.38 kg (0.84 lb) (6-cell) Voltage 11.1 VDC Charge time (approximate) 4.0 hours (when the computer is powered off) Operating time varies depending on operating conditions Coin-cell battery CR-2032 67
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Specifications AC Adapter Input voltage 100-240 VAC Input current 1.0 A Input frequency 50-60 Hz Output power 30 W Output current 1.58 A Rated output voltage 19.0 VDC Temperature range: Operating 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F) Storage -40° to 70°C (-40° to 158°F) Physical Height Width Depth Weight (with 3-cell battery) 25.5 mm to 32.8 mm (1.00 inch to 1.29 inches) 268.0 mm (10.55 inches) 196.6 mm (7.74 inches) configurable to less than 1.25 kg (2.75 lbs) 68
Specifications AC Adapter Input voltage 100-240 VAC Input current 1.0 A Input frequency 50-60 Hz Output power 30 W Output current 1.58 A Rated output voltage 19.0 VDC Temperature range: Operating 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F) Storage -40° to 70°C (-40° to 158°F) Physical Height Width Depth Weight (with 3-cell battery) 25.5 mm to 32.8 mm (1.00 inch to 1.29 inches) 268.0 mm (10.55 inches) 196.6 mm (7.74 inches) configurable to less than 1.25 kg (2.75 lbs) 68
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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
