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...6 Check the Wireless Switch 6 Connect the Network Cable (optional 7 Press the Power Button 7 Windows Vista® Setup 8 Connect to the Internet (Optional 8 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 12 Device Status Lights 12 Right Side Features 14 Left Side Features 16 Front Side Features 17 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 18 Media Controls...Optical Disc Drive 22 Software Features 23 Network Problems 25 Solving Problems 25 Power Problems 26 Memory Problems 28 Lockups and Software Problems 28 Dell Support Center 31 Using Support Tools 31 System Messages 32 Hardware Troubleshooter 33...
...6 Check the Wireless Switch 6 Connect the Network Cable (optional 7 Press the Power Button 7 Windows Vista® Setup 8 Connect to the Internet (Optional 8 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 12 Device Status Lights 12 Right Side Features 14 Left Side Features 16 Front Side Features 17 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 18 Media Controls...Optical Disc Drive 22 Software Features 23 Network Problems 25 Solving Problems 25 Power Problems 26 Memory Problems 28 Lockups and Software Problems 28 Dell Support Center 31 Using Support Tools 31 System Messages 32 Hardware Troubleshooter 33...
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... least 10.2 cm (4 in) at the back of the computer and a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 in permanent damage to overheat. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your Inspiron computer may result in ) on . NOTICE: Placing or stacking heavy or sharp objects on the computer may cause it is... Up Your Computer When positioning your computer in an enclosed space, such as a cabinet or drawer when it to the computer. 5 Restricting airflow around your Inspiron 1318 laptop and connecting peripherals.
... least 10.2 cm (4 in) at the back of the computer and a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 in permanent damage to overheat. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your Inspiron computer may result in ) on . NOTICE: Placing or stacking heavy or sharp objects on the computer may cause it is... Up Your Computer When positioning your computer in an enclosed space, such as a cabinet or drawer when it to the computer. 5 Restricting airflow around your Inspiron 1318 laptop and connecting peripherals.
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... computer and then plug it clicks into a wall outlet or surge protector. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. On 6 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to the front of the computer until it into place. -
... computer and then plug it clicks into a wall outlet or surge protector. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. On 6 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to the front of the computer until it into place. -
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Connect the Network Cable (optional) If you plan to use a wired network connection, plug in the network cable. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Press the Power Button 7
Connect the Network Cable (optional) If you plan to use a wired network connection, plug in the network cable. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Press the Power Button 7
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...; DSL connections that provide high‑speed Internet access through a satellite television system. 8 NOTICE: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Windows Vista® Setup Your Dell computer is preconfigured with Windows Vista.
...; DSL connections that provide high‑speed Internet access through a satellite television system. 8 NOTICE: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Windows Vista® Setup Your Dell computer is preconfigured with Windows Vista.
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... close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. Follow the instructions on decisions made at dell.com. Setting Up a Wireless Connection Before you can purchase one from the Dell website at the time of your original order you are using WiFi 802.11 technology. Click Start ...are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the external USB modem (optional) and to a wireless router: 1. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection If you can use your wireless Internet connection, you need to connect to complete the setup. 9 Wireless LAN ...
... close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. Follow the instructions on decisions made at dell.com. Setting Up a Wireless Connection Before you can purchase one from the Dell website at the time of your original order you are using WiFi 802.11 technology. Click Start ...are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the external USB modem (optional) and to a wireless router: 1. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection If you can use your wireless Internet connection, you need to connect to complete the setup. 9 Wireless LAN ...
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... one. 1. If you do not have an ISP icon on your ISP to check the service status, or try connecting again later. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up Your Internet Connection To set up an Internet connection with a different ISP, perform the steps in the past, the ISP might have successfully...
... one. 1. If you do not have an ISP icon on your ISP to check the service status, or try connecting again later. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up Your Internet Connection To set up an Internet connection with a different ISP, perform the steps in the past, the ISP might have successfully...
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Follow the instructions on how you will use a DSL, satellite modem, cable TV modem, or Bluetooth® wireless technology connection. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 11 Choose Broadband if you want to complete the setup. Chose Dial-up , depending on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP. 5. 4. b. NOTE: If you will use an optional USB dial-up modem or ISDN. Click either Broadband (PPPoE) or Dial-up if you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP to connect: a.
Follow the instructions on how you will use a DSL, satellite modem, cable TV modem, or Bluetooth® wireless technology connection. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 11 Choose Broadband if you want to complete the setup. Chose Dial-up , depending on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP. 5. 4. b. NOTE: If you will use an optional USB dial-up modem or ISDN. Click either Broadband (PPPoE) or Dial-up if you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP to connect: a.
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Turns on when the scroll lock function is enabled. 3 Scroll Lock light - INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop Your Inspiron 1318 has several indicators, buttons, and features that provide information at-a-glance and time-saving shortcuts for wireless communication and keyboard input options. 1 Num Lock light - ...
Turns on when the scroll lock function is enabled. 3 Scroll Lock light - INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop Your Inspiron 1318 has several indicators, buttons, and features that provide information at-a-glance and time-saving shortcuts for wireless communication and keyboard input options. 1 Num Lock light - ...
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... optional feature. NOTE: The card with Bluetooth wireless technology is enabled. Using The Wireless Switch To turn all wireless communication On and Off. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 4 WiFi status light - To turn off Bluetooth wireless, right-click the bluetooth icon in the notification area of the computer until it clicks into place...
... optional feature. NOTE: The card with Bluetooth wireless technology is enabled. Using The Wireless Switch To turn all wireless communication On and Off. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 4 WiFi status light - To turn off Bluetooth wireless, right-click the bluetooth icon in the notification area of the computer until it clicks into place...
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... clicks into place. 5 4 - On NOTE: This switch can be in the slot. 14 Use this switch to you. The wireless switch may be deactivated through Dell QuickSet or the BIOS (system setup program). 2 ExpressCard slot - Using Your Inspiron Laptop Right Side Features 3 2 1 1 Wireless On/Off switch -
... clicks into place. 5 4 - On NOTE: This switch can be in the slot. 14 Use this switch to you. The wireless switch may be deactivated through Dell QuickSet or the BIOS (system setup program). 2 ExpressCard slot - Using Your Inspiron Laptop Right Side Features 3 2 1 1 Wireless On/Off switch -
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Security cable slot - Connects a USB device, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 15 3 Optical Drive - Used to attach a commercially available antitheft ...
Using Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Security cable slot - Connects a USB device, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 15 3 Optical Drive - Used to attach a commercially available antitheft ...
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... multimedia devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 5 IEEE 1394 connector - Connects to a network or broadband device. 4 USB connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop Left Side Features 5 4 3 2 1 16 1 AC adapter connector - Connects to the AC adapter to a monitor or projector. 3 Network connector - Connects to power the computer and charge...
... multimedia devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 5 IEEE 1394 connector - Connects to a network or broadband device. 4 USB connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop Left Side Features 5 4 3 2 1 16 1 AC adapter connector - Connects to the AC adapter to a monitor or projector. 3 Network connector - Connects to power the computer and charge...
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...) card • Multi Media Card (MMC) • Memory Stick • Memory Stick PRO • xD-Picture Card (type - M and type - Front Side Features 1 2 3 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Audio Out/ Headphone connector - H) 17 Provides a fast and convenient way to a microphone or input signal for use with audio programs. 3 8-in-1 Media card reader - Connects...
...) card • Multi Media Card (MMC) • Memory Stick • Memory Stick PRO • xD-Picture Card (type - M and type - Front Side Features 1 2 3 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Audio Out/ Headphone connector - H) 17 Provides a fast and convenient way to a microphone or input signal for use with audio programs. 3 8-in-1 Media card reader - Connects...
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Controls CD, DVD, and media playback. 18 Provide left -click by using Dell QuickSet. and right-click functions those on like a mouse. 4 3 3 Keyboard - For more information, see the Dell Technology Guide. 4 Media Controls - The settings for this keyboard can be personalized by tapping the surface. 2 Touch pad buttons - Provides the functionality of a mouse to move the cursor, drag or move selected items, and left - Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features 1 2 1 Touch pad -
Controls CD, DVD, and media playback. 18 Provide left -click by using Dell QuickSet. and right-click functions those on like a mouse. 4 3 3 Keyboard - For more information, see the Dell Technology Guide. 4 Media Controls - The settings for this keyboard can be personalized by tapping the surface. 2 Touch pad buttons - Provides the functionality of a mouse to move the cursor, drag or move selected items, and left - Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features 1 2 1 Touch pad -
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The control's symbol will shine for 2 seconds to confirm your selection then fade away. Eject the disc Play the previous track or chapter Stop Play or pause Play the next track or chapter Mute the sound Turn down the volume Turn up the volume 19 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Media Controls To use the media controls, lightly touch the symbol and then release.
The control's symbol will shine for 2 seconds to confirm your selection then fade away. Eject the disc Play the previous track or chapter Stop Play or pause Play the next track or chapter Mute the sound Turn down the volume Turn up the volume 19 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Media Controls To use the media controls, lightly touch the symbol and then release.
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...made when purchasing your computer, your computer may not include a camera. 3 Camera (optional) - For more information about displays, see the Dell Technology Guide. Based on selections you made when purchasing your computer may not include a camera. 4 Right digital array microphone (optional) - Your... provide high quality sound for video chatting and voice recording. 2 Camera activity indicator (optional) - Using Your Inspiron Laptop Display Features The display panel holds an optional camera and accompanying dual microphones. 1 234 5 20 1 Left digital array microphone (optional) -
...made when purchasing your computer, your computer may not include a camera. 3 Camera (optional) - For more information about displays, see the Dell Technology Guide. Based on selections you made when purchasing your computer may not include a camera. 4 Right digital array microphone (optional) - Your... provide high quality sound for video chatting and voice recording. 2 Camera activity indicator (optional) - Using Your Inspiron Laptop Display Features The display panel holds an optional camera and accompanying dual microphones. 1 234 5 20 1 Left digital array microphone (optional) -
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... from other computers. CAUTION: Before removing the battery, shut down the computer and turn it clicks into place. 21 To remove the battery: 1. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. This computer should only use batteries from...
... from other computers. CAUTION: Before removing the battery, shut down the computer and turn it clicks into place. 21 To remove the battery: 1. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. This computer should only use batteries from...
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Place the disc in and begin reading its content. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Using the Optical Disc Drive NOTICE: Do not use non-standard-size or shape discs (including mini-CDs and mini‑DVDs) or you will ...
Place the disc in and begin reading its content. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Using the Optical Disc Drive NOTICE: Do not use non-standard-size or shape discs (including mini-CDs and mini‑DVDs) or you will ...
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... own CDs, listen to open area of the desktop. 2. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Software Features NOTE: For more about the features described in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Your optical disc drive may support multiple disc media formats including...
... own CDs, listen to open area of the desktop. 2. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Software Features NOTE: For more about the features described in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Your optical disc drive may support multiple disc media formats including...