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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...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... 34 Multimedia Control Keys 36 Using the Optical Drive 38 Display Features 40 Touch Screen Gestures (Optional 42 Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional 44 Removing and Replacing the Battery 48 Software...
Contents Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional...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... 34 Multimedia Control Keys 36 Using the Optical Drive 38 Display Features 40 Touch Screen Gestures (Optional 42 Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional 44 Removing and Replacing the Battery 48 Software...
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... 54 Touch Screen Problems 55 Network Problems 56 Power Problems 56 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...-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 Mexico...
... 54 Touch Screen Problems 55 Network Problems 56 Power Problems 56 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...-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 Mexico...
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...steps are mandatory and may render your computer unusable and you will take some time to reinstall the operating system. The Windows setup screens will need to complete. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Doing so may take you through several procedures ...for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, go to support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 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 available...
...steps are mandatory and may render your computer unusable and you will take some time to reinstall the operating system. The Windows setup screens will need to complete. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Doing so may take you through several procedures ...for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, go to support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 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 available...
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...Create Recovery Media. 5. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see "System Recovery Media" on the screen. For more information, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 6). 2. Follow the instructions on page 72. NOTE: It is recommended... that the AC adapter is connected (see the Windows 7 support at support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create system recovery media: 1. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. ...
...Create Recovery Media. 5. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see "System Recovery Media" on the screen. For more information, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 6). 2. Follow the instructions on page 72. NOTE: It is recommended... that the AC adapter is connected (see the Windows 7 support at support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create system recovery media: 1. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. ...
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NOTE: The wireless key allows you to quickly turn off wireless radios (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth), such as when you are asked to switch between the wireless enabled or disabled states. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. The current status of the wireless radios appears on an airplane flight. 13 Press along with the < > key again to disable all wireless radios on the screen. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To enable or disable wireless: 1. Press along with the < > key on the function key row on . 2. Ensure that your computer is turned on the keyboard.
NOTE: The wireless key allows you to quickly turn off wireless radios (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth), such as when you are asked to switch between the wireless enabled or disabled states. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. The current status of the wireless radios appears on an airplane flight. 13 Press along with the < > key again to disable all wireless radios on the screen. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To enable or disable wireless: 1. Press along with the < > key on the function key row on . 2. Ensure that your computer is turned on the keyboard.
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...Your Internet Connection" on page 12). 2. Click Start → Control Panel. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the Internet, you set up your computer (... contact your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. Before you can purchase one from dell.com. In the search box, type network, and then click Network and Sharing Center→...Connect to complete the setup. 16 If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is enabled on the screen to a network. 5. Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are using a dial-...
...Your Internet Connection" on page 12). 2. Click Start → Control Panel. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the Internet, you set up your computer (... contact your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. Before you can purchase one from dell.com. In the search box, type network, and then click Network and Sharing Center→...Connect to complete the setup. 16 If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is enabled on the screen to a network. 5. Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are using a dial-...
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Have your Internet connection: 1. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to the Internet window appears. The Connect to the Internet. Contact your ISP to check ... try connecting again later. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by country. If you do not know which type of connection to the Internet wizard can help you get...
Have your Internet connection: 1. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to the Internet window appears. The Connect to the Internet. Contact your ISP to check ... try connecting again later. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by country. If you do not know which type of connection to the Internet wizard can help you get...
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Allows you to zoom in or zoom out by moving two fingers apart or bringing them closer together on the direction of the screen content. Move three fingers quickly in the active window. To zoom out: Move two fingers close together to reduce the view of the active window. ...Flick Allows you to increase or decrease the magnification of the flick. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Zoom Allows you to flip content forward or backward based on the touch pad. To zoom in: Move two fingers apart to flip content...
Allows you to zoom in or zoom out by moving two fingers apart or bringing them closer together on the direction of the screen content. Move three fingers quickly in the active window. To zoom out: Move two fingers close together to reduce the view of the active window. ...Flick Allows you to increase or decrease the magnification of the flick. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Zoom Allows you to flip content forward or backward based on the touch pad. To zoom in: Move two fingers apart to flip content...
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For information on the touch screen features, see "Touch Screen Gestures (Optional)" on selections you selected the option at the time of purchase. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Microphone - Your display can vary based on page 44. 41 A solid white light indicates camera activity. 4 ...Display - Built-in camera for video conferencing and voice recording. 2 Camera - The display may support the touch screen feature if you made...
For information on the touch screen features, see "Touch Screen Gestures (Optional)" on selections you selected the option at the time of purchase. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Microphone - Your display can vary based on page 44. 41 A solid white light indicates camera activity. 4 ...Display - Built-in camera for video conferencing and voice recording. 2 Camera - The display may support the touch screen feature if you made...
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop Touch Screen Gestures (Optional) NOTE: Some of the flick. Press and hold a finger on the screen. Flick Allows you to flip content forward or backward based on the direction of these gestures are application-specific and may not work across applications....works vertically when navigating content such as images or songs in a book. Move a finger quickly in the desired direction to enlarge the view of the screen content. Dwell Allows you to zoom-in : Move two fingers apart to flip through content in the active window like pages in a playlist. 42 To...
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Touch Screen Gestures (Optional) NOTE: Some of the flick. Press and hold a finger on the screen. Flick Allows you to flip content forward or backward based on the direction of these gestures are application-specific and may not work across applications....works vertically when navigating content such as images or songs in a book. Move a finger quickly in the desired direction to enlarge the view of the screen content. Dwell Allows you to zoom-in : Move two fingers apart to flip through content in the active window like pages in a playlist. 42 To...
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...horizontal scrolling. Twist - The scroll features include: Pan - Move a finger to the right or left to scroll right or left . Using Your Inspiron Laptop Scroll Allows you to activate vertical scrolling. Move a finger up or scroll down to scroll through content. Allows you to rotate the active ...entire object is not visible. You can also rotate the active content by moving both the fingers in place, move the focus on the screen. Scroll Vertical - Rotate Allows you to pan scroll the selected object. Move two fingers in an arced direction right or left on ...
...horizontal scrolling. Twist - The scroll features include: Pan - Move a finger to the right or left to scroll right or left . Using Your Inspiron Laptop Scroll Allows you to activate vertical scrolling. Move a finger up or scroll down to scroll through content. Allows you to rotate the active ...entire object is not visible. You can also rotate the active content by moving both the fingers in place, move the focus on the screen. Scroll Vertical - Rotate Allows you to pan scroll the selected object. Move two fingers in an arced direction right or left on ...
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For more information, go to DellDataSafe.com. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online is supported only on Windows operating systems. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that helps ... your data and other important files from catastrophic incidents like theft, fire, or natural disasters. Dell DataSafe Online is recommended for fast upload/download speeds. To schedule backups: 1. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Online icon in the notification area of your computer using a password‑protected account. ...
For more information, go to DellDataSafe.com. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online is supported only on Windows operating systems. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that helps ... your data and other important files from catastrophic incidents like theft, fire, or natural disasters. Dell DataSafe Online is recommended for fast upload/download speeds. To schedule backups: 1. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Online icon in the notification area of your computer using a password‑protected account. ...
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...connected to radio stations from the All Programs menu. Drag the Dell Stage window to the Documents folder on your computer. 52 The following are the applications available on Dell Stage: NOTE: Some of the screen. • Personalize - Provides quick access to the bottom of... Napster application allows you made while purchasing your computer. • Music - Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell Stage The Dell Stage software installed on your computer provides access to a desired location on Dell Stage. • Minimize - Select and hold the application shortcut until it blinks and then...
...connected to radio stations from the All Programs menu. Drag the Dell Stage window to the Documents folder on your computer. 52 The following are the applications available on Dell Stage: NOTE: Some of the screen. • Personalize - Provides quick access to the bottom of... Napster application allows you made while purchasing your computer. • Music - Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell Stage The Dell Stage software installed on your computer provides access to a desired location on Dell Stage. • Minimize - Select and hold the application shortcut until it blinks and then...
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...your pictures and upload them to Facebook or Flickr when connected to the Internet. • Dell Web - You can also save notes on the bulletin board the next time you to ...of up to the Internet. • Shortcuts - Create notes or reminders using the keyboard or touch screen. Click or tap the web page preview to open it in the web browser. View, organize, or... edit your desktop. • Web Tile - Provides a preview of your frequently-used programs. Using Your Inspiron Laptop • StickyNotes - Provides a preview of your favorite web pages. • Photo - You can ...
...your pictures and upload them to Facebook or Flickr when connected to the Internet. • Dell Web - You can also save notes on the bulletin board the next time you to ...of up to the Internet. • Shortcuts - Create notes or reminders using the keyboard or touch screen. Click or tap the web page preview to open it in the web browser. View, organize, or... edit your desktop. • Web Tile - Provides a preview of your frequently-used programs. Using Your Inspiron Laptop • StickyNotes - Provides a preview of your favorite web pages. • Photo - You can ...
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... particles: 1. Use a clean, lint-free cloth (can spray mild, non abrasive cleaner or water on the cloth if needed, but not on the screen) and wipe the surface and sides of your finger as an input device and Enable multi-touch gestures and inking options are not working - •.... 55 Disconnect the AC adapter from the wall outlet. To enable them, doubleclick the Flicks icon in the notification area of the touch screen to calibrate the touch screen, click Start → Control panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Tablet PC Settings→ Calibrate... In the Pen and Touch window, ...
... particles: 1. Use a clean, lint-free cloth (can spray mild, non abrasive cleaner or water on the cloth if needed, but not on the screen) and wipe the surface and sides of your finger as an input device and Enable multi-touch gestures and inking options are not working - •.... 55 Disconnect the AC adapter from the wall outlet. To enable them, doubleclick the Flicks icon in the notification area of the touch screen to calibrate the touch screen, click Start → Control panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Tablet PC Settings→ Calibrate... In the Pen and Touch window, ...
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... - The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in its documentation or on the CD. In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. Run the Program Compatibility Wizard. Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Run programs ... software documentation. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard, or by moving the connected mouse or a finger on the screen. 59
... - The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in its documentation or on the CD. In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. Run the Program Compatibility Wizard. Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Run programs ... software documentation. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard, or by moving the connected mouse or a finger on the screen. 59
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...Manual, Warranty Information, FAQs, and so on the My Dell Downloads website. Some of your new Dell computer do not include a backup CD or DVD. To register and use . 62 access copies of the software pre-installed on the screen to register and download the software. 3. System Performance ...Improvement Offers - My Dell Downloads NOTE: My Dell Downloads may not be available in all regions. From this website you can download available ...
...Manual, Warranty Information, FAQs, and so on the My Dell Downloads website. Some of your new Dell computer do not include a backup CD or DVD. To register and use . 62 access copies of the software pre-installed on the screen to register and download the software. 3. System Performance ...Improvement Offers - My Dell Downloads NOTE: My Dell Downloads may not be available in all regions. From this website you can download available ...
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... computer, click Continue; Starting System Restore 1. System Restore does not monitor your data files. If you to return your computer are an administrator on the screen. Restoring Your Operating System System Restore The Microsoft Windows operating systems provide a System Restore option which allow you are completely reversible.
... computer, click Continue; Starting System Restore 1. System Restore does not monitor your data files. If you to return your computer are an administrator on the screen. Restoring Your Operating System System Restore The Microsoft Windows operating systems provide a System Restore option which allow you are completely reversible.
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... To upgrade to : • Backup and restore your desktop. 2. Restoring Your Operating System Upgrading to be installed on the screen. NOTE: For more depending on the screen. 69 Click Upgrade Now! 3. Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on your computer, if you...
... To upgrade to : • Backup and restore your desktop. 2. Restoring Your Operating System Upgrading to be installed on the screen. NOTE: For more depending on the screen. 69 Click Upgrade Now! 3. Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on your computer, if you...
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... in case of: • Operating system failure that prevents the use the system recovery media, created using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, to return your hard drive to the operating state it is recommended that prevents data from... the list and press . 4. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue ... the computer while preserving the data files on the screen. 70 To restore the Dell factory-installed software of your computer and try again. 3.
... in case of: • Operating system failure that prevents the use the system recovery media, created using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, to return your hard drive to the operating state it is recommended that prevents data from... the list and press . 4. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue ... the computer while preserving the data files on the screen. 70 To restore the Dell factory-installed software of your computer and try again. 3.