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...Setup 9 Enable or Disable Wireless 9 Connect to the Internet (Optional 10 Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 14 Right Side Features 14 Left Side Features 16 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 18 Touch Pad Gestures 20 Display Features 22 Removing and Replacing the Battery 24 Software Features 26 Solving... Problems 28 Network Problems 28 Power Problems 30 Memory Problems 31 Lockups and Software Problems 32 Using Support Tools 34 Dell Support Center 34 System ...
...Setup 9 Enable or Disable Wireless 9 Connect to the Internet (Optional 10 Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 14 Right Side Features 14 Left Side Features 16 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 18 Touch Pad Gestures 20 Display Features 22 Removing and Replacing the Battery 24 Software Features 26 Solving... Problems 28 Network Problems 28 Power Problems 30 Memory Problems 31 Lockups and Software Problems 32 Using Support Tools 34 Dell Support Center 34 System ...
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... may cause it is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. You should never place your Dell™ computer in the air vents. Do not place your computer in permanent damage to accumulate in a low-airflow environment,... a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on the fan when the computer gets hot. Fan noise is powered on . Restricting airflow around your Inspiron Mini 10 and connecting peripherals. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 This section provides information about setting up your Inspiron Mini 10 may result in an enclosed space,...
... may cause it is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. You should never place your Dell™ computer in the air vents. Do not place your computer in permanent damage to accumulate in a low-airflow environment,... a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on the fan when the computer gets hot. Fan noise is powered on . Restricting airflow around your Inspiron Mini 10 and connecting peripherals. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 This section provides information about setting up your Inspiron Mini 10 may result in an enclosed space,...
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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 a wall outlet or surge protector. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6 WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. 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 a wall outlet or surge protector. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6 WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries.
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Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 7 Connect the Network Cable (Optional) To use a wired network connection, connect the network cable.
Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 7 Connect the Network Cable (Optional) To use a wired network connection, connect the network cable.
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... operating system specific information. Click OK. The screens will take up to 15 minutes to turn off wireless, press again to complete. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Microsoft® Windows® XP Setup If you ordered Windows XP operating system with your computer, it is already configured.
... operating system specific information. Click OK. The screens will take up to 15 minutes to turn off wireless, press again to complete. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Microsoft® Windows® XP Setup If you ordered Windows XP operating system with your computer, it is already configured.
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To connect to the Internet, you can purchase one from the Dell website at www.dell.com. To complete setting up connection, connect the telephone line to the external USB modem (optional) and to the Internet (Optional) NOTE: ISPs and ISP ... adapter is not a part of your original order, you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP). Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Connect to the telephone wall jack before you set up your Internet connection. • If you are using a dial-up your ISP or cellular...
To connect to the Internet, you can purchase one from the Dell website at www.dell.com. To complete setting up connection, connect the telephone line to the external USB modem (optional) and to the Internet (Optional) NOTE: ISPs and ISP ... adapter is not a part of your original order, you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP). Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Connect to the telephone wall jack before you set up your Internet connection. • If you are using a dial-up your ISP or cellular...
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... in the past, the ISP might have an ISP, the Connect to check the service status, or try connecting again later. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Setting Up a Wireless Connection NOTE: To set up an Internet connection with your router. Save and close any open files, and exit any open... the steps in the following steps were written for the Windows default view, so they may not apply if you need to connect to your Dell™ computer to set up your connection to complete the setup. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. Under Network...
... in the past, the ISP might have an ISP, the Connect to check the service status, or try connecting again later. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Setting Up a Wireless Connection NOTE: To set up an Internet connection with your router. Save and close any open files, and exit any open... the steps in the following steps were written for the Windows default view, so they may not apply if you need to connect to your Dell™ computer to set up your connection to complete the setup. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. Under Network...
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Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 NOTE: The following steps were written for the procedures that involve discs. 7. Click Start→ Control Panel. 3. Use an external optical drive or any open ... in step 6, continue to step 8. NOTE: Your computer does not have a setup CD, click Use the CD I got from your ISP but you set your Dell™ computer to select, contact your ISP. 12 Under Network and Internet Connections, select Setup or Change Your Internet Connection. 4. Click Setup. Click Next.
Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 NOTE: The following steps were written for the procedures that involve discs. 7. Click Start→ Control Panel. 3. Use an external optical drive or any open ... in step 6, continue to step 8. NOTE: Your computer does not have a setup CD, click Use the CD I got from your ISP but you set your Dell™ computer to select, contact your ISP. 12 Under Network and Internet Connections, select Setup or Change Your Internet Connection. 4. Click Setup. Click Next.
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Use the setup information provided by your ISP to the Internet?, and click Next. 9. Click the appropriate option under How do you want to connect to complete the setup. 8. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 13
Use the setup information provided by your ISP to the Internet?, and click Next. 9. Click the appropriate option under How do you want to connect to complete the setup. 8. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 13
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INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Your Inspiron Mini 10 has indicators and buttons that provide information and enable you to perform common tasks. The connectors on your computer provide the option of attaching additional devices. Right Side Features 12 3 4 5 14
INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Your Inspiron Mini 10 has indicators and buttons that provide information and enable you to perform common tasks. The connectors on your computer provide the option of attaching additional devices. Right Side Features 12 3 4 5 14
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.... 4 VGA connector - Connects to a network or a broadband device if you are using a wired network. Connects your computer to a monitor or projector. 5 Network connector - Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 15 Connects to a microphone or input signal for USB devices that require more power. 1 Audio out/Headphone connector -
.... 4 VGA connector - Connects to a network or a broadband device if you are using a wired network. Connects your computer to a monitor or projector. 5 Network connector - Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 15 Connects to a microphone or input signal for USB devices that require more power. 1 Audio out/Headphone connector -
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... charge the battery. 3 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Connects to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on your computer. 2 AC adapter connector - Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 4 3-in-1 Media Card Reader -
... charge the battery. 3 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Connects to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on your computer. 2 AC adapter connector - Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 4 3-in-1 Media Card Reader -
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... battery charge is on steadily or blinks to charge the battery. • Off - 1 Power/Battery indicator light - The computer is on a mouse. 19 Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 2 Keyboard - Provides left‑ and right-click functions like those on and/or the battery is charging. • Blinking white -
... battery charge is on steadily or blinks to charge the battery. • Off - 1 Power/Battery indicator light - The computer is on a mouse. 19 Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 2 Keyboard - Provides left‑ and right-click functions like those on and/or the battery is charging. • Blinking white -
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... right or counterclockwise circular motion to scroll up and down, or right and left on the active window. Allows you to scroll left . Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Touch Pad Gestures Scroll Allows you to scroll up or down on the active window. Circular Scroll - To scroll right and left: Move a finger...
... right or counterclockwise circular motion to scroll up and down, or right and left on the active window. Allows you to scroll left . Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Touch Pad Gestures Scroll Allows you to scroll up or down on the active window. Circular Scroll - To scroll right and left: Move a finger...
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For more information about displays, see the Dell Technology Guide. 1 Microphone - Built-in camera for audio chatting and voice recording. 2 Camera activity light - Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 23 Indicates if the camera is on selections you made when purchasing your computer. Your display can vary based on or off. 3 Camera - Provides quality sound for video capture, conferencing, and chat. 4 Display -
For more information about displays, see the Dell Technology Guide. 1 Microphone - Built-in camera for audio chatting and voice recording. 2 Camera activity light - Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 23 Indicates if the camera is on selections you made when purchasing your computer. Your display can vary based on or off. 3 Camera - Provides quality sound for video capture, conferencing, and chat. 4 Display -
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This computer should only use batteries from Dell. To remove the battery: 1. Pull the battery up and out of fire or explosion. Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 1 Battery 2 Battery release latch 3 Battery lock latch WARNING: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of the battery bay. WARNING: Before removing the battery, ...
This computer should only use batteries from Dell. To remove the battery: 1. Pull the battery up and out of fire or explosion. Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 1 Battery 2 Battery release latch 3 Battery lock latch WARNING: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of the battery bay. WARNING: Before removing the battery, ...
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..., setup an e-mail account, upload and download files, and so on. Check your purchase order for software installed on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. After connecting to the Internet, you can use your computer to watch videos, play games, listen to create presentations, ... the applications installed in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or on your computer. Entertainment and Multimedia You can use your computer to music and Internet radio stations. 26 Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Software Features NOTE: For more information about the ...
..., setup an e-mail account, upload and download files, and so on. Check your purchase order for software installed on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. After connecting to the Internet, you can use your computer to watch videos, play games, listen to create presentations, ... the applications installed in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or on your computer. Entertainment and Multimedia You can use your computer to music and Internet radio stations. 26 Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Software Features NOTE: For more information about the ...