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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 Power ...10 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 14 Connect to the Internet (Optional 16 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right View Features 18 Left View Features 20 Back View Features 24 Front View Features 26 Status Lights ...Gestures (Optional 42 Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional 44 Removing and Replacing the Battery 48 Software Features 50 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 51...
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 Power ...10 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 14 Connect to the Internet (Optional 16 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right View Features 18 Left View Features 20 Back View Features 24 Front View Features 26 Status Lights ...Gestures (Optional 42 Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional 44 Removing and Replacing the Battery 48 Software Features 50 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 51...
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...Memory Problems 58 Lockups and Software Problems 58 Using Support Tools 61 Dell Support Center 61 My Dell Downloads 62 Hardware Troubleshooter 63 Dell Diagnostics 63 Restoring Your Operating System 65 System Restore 66 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 67 System Recovery Media 70 Dell Factory Image Restore 71 ...Status Service 76 Product Information 76 Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit 77 Before You Call 79 Contacting Dell 81 Finding More Information and Resources 82 Specifications 84 Appendix 91 Information for NOM, or Official Mexican Standard (Only for ...
...Memory Problems 58 Lockups and Software Problems 58 Using Support Tools 61 Dell Support Center 61 My Dell Downloads 62 Hardware Troubleshooter 63 Dell Diagnostics 63 Restoring Your Operating System 65 System Restore 66 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 67 System Recovery Media 70 Dell Factory Image Restore 71 ...Status Service 76 Product Information 76 Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit 77 Before You Call 79 Contacting Dell 81 Finding More Information and Resources 82 Specifications 84 Appendix 91 Information for NOM, or Official Mexican Standard (Only for ...
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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 data files (without the need of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc (optional) NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup...require the following 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 hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in ...
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 data files (without the need of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc (optional) NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup...require the following 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 hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in ...
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... wireless display feature allows you to share your computer display to your TV before setting up wireless display, see www.intel.com. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Wireless Display (Optional) NOTE: The wireless display feature may not be available on all computers. If your computer and must connect a wireless... computer supports the wireless display feature, the Intel Wireless Display icon will be supported on the Windows desktop. 14 For information about the hardware and software requirements for setting up wireless display.
... wireless display feature allows you to share your computer display to your TV before setting up wireless display, see www.intel.com. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Wireless Display (Optional) NOTE: The wireless display feature may not be available on all computers. If your computer and must connect a wireless... computer supports the wireless display feature, the Intel Wireless Display icon will be supported on the Windows desktop. 14 For information about the hardware and software requirements for setting up wireless display.
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...videos, play games, create your computer to the Internet, you can also edit and view digital photographs and images. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Software Features FastAccess Facial Recognition Your computer may have the FastAccess facial recognition feature. Productivity and Communication You can use your own CDs... video files that can download or copy pictures and video files from portable devices, such as for software installed on your computer. This feature helps keep your Dell computer secure by learning the unique appearance of your face and uses this information yourself (such as...
...videos, play games, create your computer to the Internet, you can also edit and view digital photographs and images. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Software Features FastAccess Facial Recognition Your computer may have the FastAccess facial recognition feature. Productivity and Communication You can use your own CDs... video files that can download or copy pictures and video files from portable devices, such as for software installed on your computer. This feature helps keep your Dell computer secure by learning the unique appearance of your face and uses this information yourself (such as...
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.... NOTE: Some of the applications on your music files by album, artist, or song title. Play touch-enabled games. • Documents - Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell Stage The Dell Stage software installed on your computer provides access to the bottom of the screen. • Personalize - Select the settings icon and then choose the desired...
.... NOTE: Some of the applications on your music files by album, artist, or song title. Play touch-enabled games. • Documents - Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell Stage The Dell Stage software installed on your computer provides access to the bottom of the screen. • Personalize - Select the settings icon and then choose the desired...
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... files and exit any open programs you experience other memory problems - • Run Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 65). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 83). If necessary, install additional memory (see the Service Manual at ...support.dell.com/manuals). • Reseat the memory module(s) into the connector(s) (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 83). Ensure that resolves the problem. • See the software documentation for...
... files and exit any open programs you experience other memory problems - • Run Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 65). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 83). If necessary, install additional memory (see the Service Manual at ...support.dell.com/manuals). • Reseat the memory module(s) into the connector(s) (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 83). Ensure that resolves the problem. • See the software documentation for...
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... power button for at least 8 to perform an operating system shutdown. Run the Program Compatibility Wizard. To run the Program Compatibility Wizard: 1. Check the software documentation. NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in an environment similar to an earlier version of Windows. 2. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key...
... power button for at least 8 to perform an operating system shutdown. Run the Program Compatibility Wizard. To run the Program Compatibility Wizard: 1. Check the software documentation. NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in an environment similar to an earlier version of Windows. 2. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key...
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... - • Back up your files immediately. • Use a virus-scanning program to run the software. See the software documentation for troubleshooting information: -- Ensure that the program is displayed to help in troubleshooting when contacting Dell. 60 Write down any open files or programs and shut down your computer through the Start menu. •...
... - • Back up your files immediately. • Use a virus-scanning program to run the software. See the software documentation for troubleshooting information: -- Ensure that the program is displayed to help in troubleshooting when contacting Dell. 60 Write down any open files or programs and shut down your computer through the Start menu. •...
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For more information about your hardware and operating system configurations; From this website you can download available software for future use My Dell Downloads: 1. This software is available on . Go to register and download the software. 3. View Dell Technical Support options, Customer Support, Tours and Training, Online Tools, Owner's Manual, Warranty Information, FAQs, and so on...
For more information about your hardware and operating system configurations; From this website you can download available software for future use My Dell Downloads: 1. This software is available on . Go to register and download the software. 3. View Dell Technical Support options, Customer Support, Tours and Training, Online Tools, Owner's Manual, Warranty Information, FAQs, and so on...
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...display, memory, hard drive, and so on (or restart) your computer and press when the Dell logo appears. Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in "Lockups and Software Problems" on (or restart) your computer. 2. To start the search. 3. To enter the... system setup (BIOS) utility, turn on page 60 and run Dell Diagnostics before you run Dell diagnostics, the computer invokes the Enhanced Pre-boot ...
...display, memory, hard drive, and so on (or restart) your computer and press when the Dell logo appears. Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in "Lockups and Software Problems" on (or restart) your computer. 2. To start the search. 3. To enter the... system setup (BIOS) utility, turn on page 60 and run Dell Diagnostics before you run Dell diagnostics, the computer invokes the Enhanced Pre-boot ...
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.... If possible, backup your data files before using any of System Restore and Dell DataSafe Local Backup when installing the Dell factory-installed software on a newly installed hard drive Dell Factory Image Restore Operating System disc to restore your computer to the operating state ...it was in when you received your computer to restore your operating system permanently deletes all data files on your computer NOTE: The Operating System disc may not ship with your computer. 65 INSPIRON...
.... If possible, backup your data files before using any of System Restore and Dell DataSafe Local Backup when installing the Dell factory-installed software on a newly installed hard drive Dell Factory Image Restore Operating System disc to restore your computer to the operating state ...it was in when you received your computer to restore your operating system permanently deletes all data files on your computer NOTE: The Operating System disc may not ship with your computer. 65 INSPIRON...
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.... Click Start . 2. If you are completely reversible. otherwise, contact your computer to an earlier operating state (without affecting data files) if changes to the hardware, software, or other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state. Restoring Your Operating System System Restore The Microsoft Windows operating systems provide...
.... Click Start . 2. If you are completely reversible. otherwise, contact your computer to an earlier operating state (without affecting data files) if changes to the hardware, software, or other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state. Restoring Your Operating System System Restore The Microsoft Windows operating systems provide...
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... be available in when you purchased your computer and try again. 5. When the DELL logo appears, press several times to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic To restore the Dell factory-installed software while preserving the data files: 1. Disconnect all regions. Turn on your computer. 2. Turn...
... be available in when you purchased your computer and try again. 5. When the DELL logo appears, press several times to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic To restore the Dell factory-installed software while preserving the data files: 1. Disconnect all regions. Turn on your computer. 2. Turn...
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...: Although the system recovery media is recommended that you backup your data files before using the system recovery media: 1. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. then, shut down your computer using the system recovery media. Select the appropriate boot device from being recovered.... Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. To restore the Dell factory-installed software of the recovery options installed on the screen. 70 NOTE: If you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; You can use of...
...: Although the system recovery media is recommended that you backup your data files before using the system recovery media: 1. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. then, shut down your computer using the system recovery media. Select the appropriate boot device from being recovered.... Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. To restore the Dell factory-installed software of the recovery options installed on the screen. 70 NOTE: If you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; You can use of...
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... To access the recovery options, log on as a local user. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. NOTE: If you do not want to continue to reformat the hard drive and restore the system software to proceed with the Factory Image Restore, click Cancel. 8. Select a ...keyboard layout and click Next. 5. Click Dell Factory Image Restore. NOTE: Depending upon your configuration, you want to the factory condition...
... To access the recovery options, log on as a local user. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. NOTE: If you do not want to continue to reformat the hard drive and restore the system software to proceed with the Factory Image Restore, click Cancel. 8. Select a ...keyboard layout and click Next. 5. Click Dell Factory Image Restore. NOTE: Depending upon your configuration, you want to the factory condition...
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...removable media that you have run and any and all items being returned (AC adapter cable, software, guides, and so on page 83. 2. Remove any error messages reported by Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on ) if the return is not responsible for any other storage device in the product.... or damaged or lost or corrupted data; Call Dell to call for your region, see "Dell Diagnostics" on the outside of the Diagnostics Checklist (see "Diagnostic Checklist" on page 82), indicating the tests that belong...
...removable media that you have run and any and all items being returned (AC adapter cable, software, guides, and so on page 83. 2. Remove any error messages reported by Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on ) if the return is not responsible for any other storage device in the product.... or damaged or lost or corrupted data; Call Dell to call for your region, see "Dell Diagnostics" on the outside of the Diagnostics Checklist (see "Diagnostic Checklist" on page 82), indicating the tests that belong...
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...may void your warranty. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See: reinstall your operating system "System Recovery Media" on page 72 run a diagnostic program for your computer "Dell Diagnostics" on page 65 reinstall system software "My Dell Downloads" on page ...64 for more information about the Microsoft Windows operating system and features support.dell.com upgrade your computer with new or additional components like ...
...may void your warranty. INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See: reinstall your operating system "System Recovery Media" on page 72 run a diagnostic program for your computer "Dell Diagnostics" on page 65 reinstall system software "My Dell Downloads" on page ...64 for more information about the Microsoft Windows operating system and features support.dell.com upgrade your computer with new or additional components like ...
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... Wireless WLAN, WiMax/Wi-Fi bgn/ abgn, and Bluetooth wireless technology (optional)/WiDi (optional) Audio Audio controller Realtek ALC269 Speakers 2 x 2 Watt Subwoofer 3 Watt Volume controls software program menus and media controls
... Wireless WLAN, WiMax/Wi-Fi bgn/ abgn, and Bluetooth wireless technology (optional)/WiDi (optional) Audio Audio controller Realtek ALC269 Speakers 2 x 2 Watt Subwoofer 3 Watt Volume controls software program menus and media controls
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Index power problems, solving 56 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 54 products information and purchasing 76 R resources, finding more 82 restoring factory image 71 S Service Tag locating 79 setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 77 software features 50 software problems 58 solving problems 54 94 specifications 84 support e-mail addresses 75 support sites worldwide 74 System Recovery Media 70 system reinstall options 65 System Restore 66 T Touch Pad Gestures 34 Touch screen Gestures 42 U Using the Emergency Eject Hole 38 V ventilation, ensuring 5
Index power problems, solving 56 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 54 products information and purchasing 76 R resources, finding more 82 restoring factory image 71 S Service Tag locating 79 setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 77 software features 50 software problems 58 solving problems 54 94 specifications 84 support e-mail addresses 75 support sites worldwide 74 System Recovery Media 70 system reinstall options 65 System Restore 66 T Touch Pad Gestures 34 Touch screen Gestures 42 U Using the Emergency Eject Hole 38 V ventilation, ensuring 5