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... the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up the Operating System 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 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... Display Features 42 Touch Screen 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...
... the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up the Operating System 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 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... Display Features 42 Touch Screen 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...
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... Problems 57 Network Problems 58 Power Problems 59 Memory Problems 61 Lockups and Software Problems 61 Using Support Tools 64 Dell Support Center 64 My Dell Downloads 65 Hardware Troubleshooter 66 Dell Diagnostics 66 Restoring Your Operating System 68 System Restore 69 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 70 System...Status Service 79 Product Information 79 Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit 80 Before You Call 82 Contacting Dell 84 Finding More Information and Resources 86 Specifications 88 Appendix 95 Information for NOM, or Official Mexican Standard (Only for Mexico...
... Problems 57 Network Problems 58 Power Problems 59 Memory Problems 61 Lockups and Software Problems 61 Using Support Tools 64 Dell Support Center 64 My Dell Downloads 65 Hardware Troubleshooter 66 Dell Diagnostics 66 Restoring Your Operating System 68 System Restore 69 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 70 System...Status Service 79 Product Information 79 Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit 80 Before You Call 82 Contacting Dell 84 Finding More Information and Resources 86 Specifications 88 Appendix 95 Information for NOM, or Official Mexican Standard (Only for Mexico...
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... stacking heavy or sharp objects on the computer may cause it to accumulate in an enclosed space, such as a cabinet or drawer when it is powered on fabric surfaces, such as a closed briefcase, or on . WARNING: Do not block, push objects into, or allow easy access to....2 cm (4 inches) at the back of the computer and a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on the fan when the computer gets hot. Restricting airflow around your Dell Inspiron laptop.
... stacking heavy or sharp objects on the computer may cause it to accumulate in an enclosed space, such as a cabinet or drawer when it is powered on fabric surfaces, such as a closed briefcase, or on . WARNING: Do not block, push objects into, or allow easy access to....2 cm (4 inches) at the back of the computer and a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on the fan when the computer gets hot. Restricting airflow around your Dell Inspiron laptop.
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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. 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
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...the optical-drive tray. 4 Emergency eject hole - Press to a microphone or inputs signal for use with audio programs. 7 USB 3.0 connector - Use to a powered speaker or sound system. 6 Audio-in/Microphone connector - Provides faster data transmission between your computer and USB devices. 21 Connects to a pair of headphones or... 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 - For more information, see "Using the Emergency Eject Hole" on page 40. 2 Optical drive light -
...the optical-drive tray. 4 Emergency eject hole - Press to a microphone or inputs signal for use with audio programs. 7 USB 3.0 connector - Use to a powered speaker or sound system. 6 Audio-in/Microphone connector - Provides faster data transmission between your computer and USB devices. 21 Connects to a pair of headphones or... 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 - For more information, see "Using the Emergency Eject Hole" on page 40. 2 Optical drive light -
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... devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player). NOTE: The USB PowerShare feature is powered off or in sleep state. Connects to a TV for both 5.1 audio and video signals. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 USB 2.0 connector - Connects to eSATA compatible storage devices (such as external hard drives or optical drives...
... devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player). NOTE: The USB PowerShare feature is powered off or in sleep state. Connects to a TV for both 5.1 audio and video signals. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 USB 2.0 connector - Connects to eSATA compatible storage devices (such as external hard drives or optical drives...
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Security cable slot - Provides faster data transmission between your computer to the computer. Connects to power the computer and charge the battery. 27 Connects to the AC adapter to a monitor or projector. 5 AC adapter connector - Attaches a commercially available security cable to a ...
Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Security cable slot - Provides faster data transmission between your computer to the computer. Connects to power the computer and charge the battery. 27 Connects to the AC adapter to a monitor or projector. 5 AC adapter connector - Attaches a commercially available security cable to a ...
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... enabled. NOTE: To enable or disable wireless, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on page 30. Indicates the power states. Turns on page 14. 29 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power indicator light - For more information on the power indicator light, see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on when the computer reads or writes data. A solid white...
... enabled. NOTE: To enable or disable wireless, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on page 30. Indicates the power states. Turns on page 14. 29 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power indicator light - For more information on the power indicator light, see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on when the computer reads or writes data. A solid white...
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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. Under Power Options window, click Dell Battery Meter to disable the battery charging feature while on an airplane flight. In the search box, type Power... can also be required to open Battery Settings window. 5. Click Turn off /hibernate NOTE: For information on power problems, see "Power Problems" on . 2. Click Start . 3. Ensure that your computer is turned on page 59. To quickly 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. Under Power Options window, click Dell Battery Meter to disable the battery charging feature while on an airplane flight. In the search box, type Power... can also be required to open Battery Settings window. 5. Click Turn off /hibernate NOTE: For information on power problems, see "Power Problems" on . 2. Click Start . 3. Ensure that your computer is turned on page 59. To quickly disable the battery...
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.... NOTE: To enable or disable the touch pad, press along with the < > key on the function key row on the button indicates the power states. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power button and light - Press to move the cursor, drag or move selected items, and left -click and right-click functions like those on... touch pad supports the Scroll, Flick, and Zoom features. Provide left -click by tapping the surface. To change the touch pad settings, double-click the Dell Touch pad icon in this row. For more information, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on page 36.
.... NOTE: To enable or disable the touch pad, press along with the < > key on the function key row on the button indicates the power states. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power button and light - Press to move the cursor, drag or move selected items, and left -click and right-click functions like those on... touch pad supports the Scroll, Flick, and Zoom features. Provide left -click by tapping the surface. To change the touch pad settings, double-click the Dell Touch pad icon in this row. For more information, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on page 36.
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...Setup 1. Press any multimedia key to perform the associated function. NOTE: The Multimedia Key First option is the default option. Press during the Power On Self Test (POST) to launch 38 In the Function Key Behavior, select Multimedia Key First or Function Key First. Function Key First...Press any function key to perform the associated multimedia action. In the Function Key Row, select Function Key or Multimedia Key. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Multimedia Control Keys The multimedia control keys are located on the function key row on the keyboard using the System Setup (BIOS) utility...
...Setup 1. Press any multimedia key to perform the associated function. NOTE: The Multimedia Key First option is the default option. Press during the Power On Self Test (POST) to launch 38 In the Function Key Behavior, select Multimedia Key First or Function Key First. Function Key First...Press any function key to perform the associated multimedia action. In the Function Key Row, select Function Key or Multimedia Key. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Multimedia Control Keys The multimedia control keys are located on the function key row on the keyboard using the System Setup (BIOS) utility...
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... to ensure it is plugged in and not damaged. 58 The network cable is loose or damaged. Check the network cable to ensure it is powered on and connected to your data source (cable modem or network hub). • Check if wireless is enabled on the computer (see "Enable or Disable...
... to ensure it is plugged in and not damaged. 58 The network cable is loose or damaged. Check the network cable to ensure it is powered on and connected to your data source (cable modem or network hub). • Check if wireless is enabled on the computer (see "Enable or Disable...
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... is working by testing it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 84). 59 If the power light is solid white and the computer is on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 84). The computer is either turned off - The display may...
... is working by testing it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 84). 59 If the power light is solid white and the computer is on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 84). The computer is either turned off - The display may...
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...not be responding. • Press a key on the keyboard, move the connected mouse or a finger on the touch pad, or press the power button to the same electrical outlet. 60 If you encounter interference that hinders reception on page 84). An unwanted signal is breathing white - The ...computer 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 your computer -
...not be responding. • Press a key on the keyboard, move the connected mouse or a finger on the touch pad, or press the power button to the same electrical outlet. 60 If you encounter interference that hinders reception on page 84). An unwanted signal is breathing white - The ...computer 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 your computer -
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... run the Program Compatibility Wizard: 1. Run the Program Compatibility Wizard. In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. Follow the instructions on the touch pad, press the power button for at least 8 to an earlier version of Windows. 2. Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Run programs made for an earlier Microsoft...
... run the Program Compatibility Wizard: 1. Run the Program Compatibility Wizard. In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. Follow the instructions on the touch pad, press the power button for at least 8 to an earlier version of Windows. 2. Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Run programs made for an earlier Microsoft...
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... the safety information that shipped with your computer. Input voltage 100-240 VAC Input current (maximum) 1.5 A/1.6 A/1.7 A/ 2.3 A/2.5 A Specifications AC Adapter Input frequency 50-60 Hz Output power 65 W/90 W/130 W Output current: 65 W 3.34 A 90 W 4.62 A 130 W 6.7 A Rated output voltage 19.5 VDC Temperature range: Operating Storage 0° to 40°C (32°...
... the safety information that shipped with your computer. Input voltage 100-240 VAC Input current (maximum) 1.5 A/1.6 A/1.7 A/ 2.3 A/2.5 A Specifications AC Adapter Input frequency 50-60 Hz Output power 65 W/90 W/130 W Output current: 65 W 3.34 A 90 W 4.62 A 130 W 6.7 A Rated output voltage 19.5 VDC Temperature range: Operating Storage 0° to 40°C (32°...
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F finding more information 86 flick 44 FTP login, anonymous 78 G gestures Touch Pad 36 H hard drive activity light 29 hardware problems diagnosing 66 Hardware Troubleshooter 66 HDMI connector 23 help getting assistance and support 76 I Internet connection 17 ISP Internet Service Provider 17 M memory problems solving 61 N network connection fixing 58 O Optical Drive emergency eject hole 40 Using 40 P power indicator light 29 Index 97
F finding more information 86 flick 44 FTP login, anonymous 78 G gestures Touch Pad 36 H hard drive activity light 29 hardware problems diagnosing 66 Hardware Troubleshooter 66 HDMI connector 23 help getting assistance and support 76 I Internet connection 17 ISP Internet Service Provider 17 M memory problems solving 61 N network connection fixing 58 O Optical Drive emergency eject hole 40 Using 40 P power indicator light 29 Index 97
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Index power problems, solving 59 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 56 products information and purchasing 79 R resources, finding more 86 restoring factory image 74 S Service Tag locating 82 setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 80 SIM card 12 software features 52 software problems 61 98 solving problems 56 specifications 88 support e-mail addresses 78 support sites worldwide 77 System Recovery Media 73 system reinstall options 68 System Restore 69 T Touch Pad Gestures 36 Touch screen Gestures 44 U Using the Emergency Eject Hole 40 V ventilation, ensuring 5
Index power problems, solving 59 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 56 products information and purchasing 79 R resources, finding more 86 restoring factory image 74 S Service Tag locating 82 setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 80 SIM card 12 software features 52 software problems 61 98 solving problems 56 specifications 88 support e-mail addresses 78 support sites worldwide 77 System Recovery Media 73 system reinstall options 68 System Restore 69 T Touch Pad Gestures 36 Touch screen Gestures 44 U Using the Emergency Eject Hole 40 V ventilation, ensuring 5