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Contents Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the...Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 16 Connect to the Internet (Optional 17 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 20 Right View Features 20 Left View Features 22 Back View Features 26 Front View Features 28 Status ... Gestures (Optional 44 Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional 46 Removing and Replacing the Battery 50 Software Features 52 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 53 Dell Stage 54 3
Contents Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the...Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 16 Connect to the Internet (Optional 17 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 20 Right View Features 20 Left View Features 22 Back View Features 26 Front View Features 28 Status ... Gestures (Optional 44 Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional 46 Removing and Replacing the Battery 50 Software Features 52 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 53 Dell Stage 54 3
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...) card in your computer only if you ordered a WWAN card at the time of your computer. Replace the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on your cellular service provider. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: The SIM card slot is not required if you are using an.... 12 NOTE: Installing a SIM card is available in your computer. 2. Turn off your computer allows you must be within the network of purchase. In the battery bay, slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot. 4.
...) card in your computer only if you ordered a WWAN card at the time of your computer. Replace the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on your cellular service provider. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: The SIM card slot is not required if you are using an.... 12 NOTE: Installing a SIM card is available in your computer. 2. Turn off your computer allows you must be within the network of purchase. In the battery bay, slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot. 4.
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...is automatically shut off or in sleep state. The USB PowerShare feature allows you turn on /off when only 10% of the total battery life remains. 23 NOTE: Certain USB devices may not charge when the computer is read. 3 eSATA/USB combo connector with a monitor,...such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 2 HDMI connector - Connects to a TV for both 5.1 audio and video signals. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 USB 2.0 connector - NOTE: When used with USB PowerShare - NOTE: If you to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive,...
...is automatically shut off or in sleep state. The USB PowerShare feature allows you turn on /off when only 10% of the total battery life remains. 23 NOTE: Certain USB devices may not charge when the computer is read. 3 eSATA/USB combo connector with a monitor,...such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 2 HDMI connector - Connects to a TV for both 5.1 audio and video signals. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 USB 2.0 connector - NOTE: When used with USB PowerShare - NOTE: If you to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive,...
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Security cable slot - Provides faster data transmission between your computer. 2 Network connector - Connects to the AC adapter to a monitor or projector. 5 AC adapter connector - NOTE: Before you are using a wired network. 3 USB 3.0 connector - Connects your computer to the computer. Connects to power the computer and charge the battery. 27...
Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Security cable slot - Provides faster data transmission between your computer. 2 Network connector - Connects to the AC adapter to a monitor or projector. 5 AC adapter connector - NOTE: Before you are using a wired network. 3 USB 3.0 connector - Connects your computer to the computer. Connects to power the computer and charge the battery. 27...
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... Inspiron Laptop 1 Power indicator light - For more information on the battery status light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on page 30. For more information on the power indicator light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on page 30. 2 Hard drive activity light - NOTE: The battery ...is charging when the computer is on when wireless is enabled. Indicates the battery charge status. NOTE: To enable or disable wireless, see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on when...
... Inspiron Laptop 1 Power indicator light - For more information on the battery status light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on page 30. For more information on the power indicator light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on page 30. 2 Hard drive activity light - NOTE: The battery ...is charging when the computer is on when wireless is enabled. Indicates the battery charge status. NOTE: To enable or disable wireless, see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on when...
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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 (
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... Inspiron Laptop Power Button Light/Power Indicator Light Indicator light status solid white breathing white off Computer state(s) on standby off Battery Charging and then click OK. To quickly disable the battery charging feature: 1. NOTE: Battery charging can also be required to open Battery Settings window. 5. Under Power Options window, click Dell Battery Meter to disable the battery...
... Inspiron Laptop Power Button Light/Power Indicator Light Indicator light status solid white breathing white off Computer state(s) on standby off Battery Charging and then click OK. To quickly disable the battery charging feature: 1. NOTE: Battery charging can also be required to open Battery Settings window. 5. Under Power Options window, click Dell Battery Meter to disable the battery...
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... The Windows Mobility Center, Dell Support Center, and Display On/Off buttons work only on . Press to launch the Windows Mobility Center. Dell Support Center button - Press to your mobile PC settings such as brightness control, volume control, battery status, wireless network and ...so on computers running the Windows operating system. 35 For more information, see "Dell Support Center" on or turn on page 64. Display On/Off button - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Windows Mobility Center button ...
... The Windows Mobility Center, Dell Support Center, and Display On/Off buttons work only on . Press to launch the Windows Mobility Center. Dell Support Center button - Press to your mobile PC settings such as brightness control, volume control, battery status, wireless network and ...so on computers running the Windows operating system. 35 For more information, see "Dell Support Center" on or turn on page 64. Display On/Off button - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Windows Mobility Center button ...
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... with your computer. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before you begin any of the battery bay. WARNING: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. This computer should only use batteries from Dell. Do not use a battery purchased from other computers. Slide the battery lock latch to the unlock...
... with your computer. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before you begin any of the battery bay. WARNING: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. This computer should only use batteries from Dell. Do not use a battery purchased from other computers. Slide the battery lock latch to the unlock...
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... resolution (graphics table mode) Size: Height 240 cpi 56 mm (2.20 inches) Width 100 mm (3.94 inches) Battery 6-cell "smart" lithium ion: Height 22.80 mm (0.90 inches) Width 214 mm (8.43 inches) 92 Battery Depth 57.64 mm (2.27 inches) Weight 0.34 kg (0.75 lb) 9-cell "smart" lithium ion: Height 22... 78.76 mm (3.10 inches) Weight 0.52 kg (1.15 lb) Voltage 11.1 VDC Charge time 4 hours (when the (approximate) computer is turned off) Operating time battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions Coin-cell...
... resolution (graphics table mode) Size: Height 240 cpi 56 mm (2.20 inches) Width 100 mm (3.94 inches) Battery 6-cell "smart" lithium ion: Height 22.80 mm (0.90 inches) Width 214 mm (8.43 inches) 92 Battery Depth 57.64 mm (2.27 inches) Weight 0.34 kg (0.75 lb) 9-cell "smart" lithium ion: Height 22... 78.76 mm (3.10 inches) Weight 0.52 kg (1.15 lb) Voltage 11.1 VDC Charge time 4 hours (when the (approximate) computer is turned off) Operating time battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions Coin-cell...
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... 19.5 VDC Temperature range: Operating Storage 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F) -40° to 70°C (-40° to less 6-cell battery than 2.54 kg (5.40 lb) and optical drive) AC Adapter NOTE: Use only AC adapters specified for use with your computer. Physical Height Width 30...
... 19.5 VDC Temperature range: Operating Storage 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F) -40° to 70°C (-40° to less 6-cell battery than 2.54 kg (5.40 lb) and optical drive) AC Adapter NOTE: Use only AC adapters specified for use with your computer. Physical Height Width 30...
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INSPIRON Index A airflow, allowing 5 B backup and recovery 53 battery status light 29 C calling Dell 82 CDs, playing and creating 52 computer capabilities 52 computer, setting up 5 connect(ing) to the Internet 17 Contacting Dell online 84 customer service 77 96 D DataSafe Local Backup Basic 71 Professional 72 DellConnect 77 Dell Factory Image Restore 74 Dell Stage 54 Dell Support Center 64 Diagnostic Checklist 83 drivers and downloads 87 DVDs, playing and creating 52 E E-mail addresses for technical support 78 eSATA connector 23
INSPIRON Index A airflow, allowing 5 B backup and recovery 53 battery status light 29 C calling Dell 82 CDs, playing and creating 52 computer capabilities 52 computer, setting up 5 connect(ing) to the Internet 17 Contacting Dell online 84 customer service 77 96 D DataSafe Local Backup Basic 71 Professional 72 DellConnect 77 Dell Factory Image Restore 74 Dell Stage 54 Dell Support Center 64 Diagnostic Checklist 83 drivers and downloads 87 DVDs, playing and creating 52 E E-mail addresses for technical support 78 eSATA connector 23
Service Manual
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Contents 1 Before You Begin 9 Recommended Tools 9 Turning Off Your Computer 9 Before Working Inside Your Computer 10 2 Top Cover 13 Removing the Top Cover 13 Replacing the Top Cover 14 3 Battery 15 Removing the Battery 15 Replacing the Battery 16 4 Module Cover 17 Removing the Module Cover 17 Replacing the Module Cover 18 5 Memory Module(s 19 Removing the Memory Module(s 19 Contents 3
Contents 1 Before You Begin 9 Recommended Tools 9 Turning Off Your Computer 9 Before Working Inside Your Computer 10 2 Top Cover 13 Removing the Top Cover 13 Replacing the Top Cover 14 3 Battery 15 Removing the Battery 15 Replacing the Battery 16 4 Module Cover 17 Removing the Module Cover 17 Replacing the Module Cover 18 5 Memory Module(s 19 Removing the Memory Module(s 19 Contents 3
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... Hinge Cover 53 Replacing the Hinge Cover 55 12 Camera Module 57 Removing the Camera Module 57 Replacing the Camera Module 58 13 Coin-Cell Battery 61 Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 61 Replacing the Coin-Cell...
... Hinge Cover 53 Replacing the Hinge Cover 55 12 Camera Module 57 Removing the Camera Module 57 Replacing the Camera Module 58 13 Coin-Cell Battery 61 Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 61 Replacing the Coin-Cell...
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Before You Begin 11 CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 15) before working inside the computer. 7 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 15). 8 Turn the computer top-side up, open the display, and press the power button to ground the system board.
Before You Begin 11 CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 15) before working inside the computer. 7 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 15). 8 Turn the computer top-side up, open the display, and press the power button to ground the system board.
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... display back cover. 3 Slide and lift the top cover. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on page 9. 2 Press and hold the release ... with your computer). Damage due to the system board, remove the main battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Top Cover 13 For additional safety best practices information, see "Removing the Battery" on your warranty. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by...
... display back cover. 3 Slide and lift the top cover. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on page 9. 2 Press and hold the release ... with your computer). Damage due to the system board, remove the main battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Top Cover 13 For additional safety best practices information, see "Removing the Battery" on your warranty. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by...
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... 9. 2 Shut down the computer and turn it over. 3 Slide the battery release latch and the battery lock latch to the computer, use batteries designed for this particular Dell computer. 3 Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface...
... 9. 2 Shut down the computer and turn it over. 3 Slide the battery release latch and the battery lock latch to the computer, use batteries designed for this particular Dell computer. 3 Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface...
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3 2 1 1 battery release latch 3 battery lock latch 2 battery Replacing the Battery 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Slide the battery into the battery bay until it clicks into place. 3 Slide the battery lock latch to the lock position. 16 Battery
3 2 1 1 battery release latch 3 battery lock latch 2 battery Replacing the Battery 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Slide the battery into the battery bay until it clicks into place. 3 Slide the battery lock latch to the lock position. 16 Battery
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... off the computer base. Removing the Module Cover 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 15). 3 Loosen the captive screw that secures the module cover to servicing that shipped with your computer). CAUTION: To...technician should perform repairs on your computer. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Module Cover 17 Damage due to the base cover. 4 Using your fingertips, release the tabs on ...
... off the computer base. Removing the Module Cover 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Remove the battery (see "Removing the Battery" on page 15). 3 Loosen the captive screw that secures the module cover to servicing that shipped with your computer). CAUTION: To...technician should perform repairs on your computer. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Module Cover 17 Damage due to the base cover. 4 Using your fingertips, release the tabs on ...
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3 2 1 1 tabs 3 captive screw 2 module cover Replacing the Module Cover CAUTION: To avoid damage to the computer, use only the battery designed for this particular Dell computer. 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Align the tabs on the module cover with the slots on the computer base and snap the module cover into place. 3 Tighten the captive screw that secures the module cover to the computer base. 4 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 16). 18 Module Cover
3 2 1 1 tabs 3 captive screw 2 module cover Replacing the Module Cover CAUTION: To avoid damage to the computer, use only the battery designed for this particular Dell computer. 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Align the tabs on the module cover with the slots on the computer base and snap the module cover into place. 3 Tighten the captive screw that secures the module cover to the computer base. 4 Replace the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 16). 18 Module Cover