Dell Inspiron 1318 Support Question
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Question posted by steamattw on September 24th, 2013
How To Know Inspiron 1318 Is Charging
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Setup Guide - Page 5
... Adapter 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...
Setup Guide - Page 7
...Before Setting Up Your Computer
When positioning your computer in ) on .
INSPIRON
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop
This section provides information about setting up your computer. You should never ...an enclosed space, such as a cabinet or drawer when it to place your Inspiron 1318 laptop and connecting peripherals.
NOTICE: Placing or stacking heavy or sharp objects on the computer may cause...
Setup Guide - Page 8
... Switch
To turn on the wireless switch, slide it from the rear to the front of the computer until it into place.
- Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop
Connect the AC Adapter
Connect the AC adapter to the computer and then plug it clicks into a wall outlet or surge protector. On
6 However, power...
Setup Guide - Page 9
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.
Setup Guide - Page 10
... of the following Internet connection options:
• DSL connections that provide high-speed Internet access through your computer unusable. Connect to complete. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop
Windows Vista® Setup
Your Dell computer is preconfigured with Windows Vista. NOTICE: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process.
Setup Guide - Page 11
... a dial-up your computer based on the screen to a wireless router: 1. Save and close any open files, and exit any
open programs. 2. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop
Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection If you are using WiFi 802.11 technology. Click Start → Connect To. 3.
Your computer does not have an integrated...
Setup Guide - Page 12
Under Network and Internet, click Connect
to the Internet.
The Connect 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 an ...
Setup Guide - Page 13
....
Follow the instructions on how you will use an optional USB dial-up modem or ISDN. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop
11 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. b.
NOTE: If you...
Setup Guide - Page 14
... letter (Caps Lock key)
is enabled.
2
Caps Lock light - Turns on when
the numeric keypad (Num Lock key)
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...
Setup Guide - Page 15
... Disable Bluetooth Radio or use the wireless switch.
13 On
5
Bluetooth® status light
(optional) - To turn on when
wireless networking is enabled.
Using Your Inspiron Laptop
4
WiFi status light - Turns on the wireless switch, slide it away from the front of the computer to quickly turn all wireless communication On and...
Setup Guide - Page 16
... BIOS (system setup program).
2
ExpressCard slot - On
NOTE: This switch can be in the slot.
14 The computer ships with Bluetooth wireless technology. Using Your Inspiron Laptop
Right Side Features
3 2 1
1
Wireless On/Off switch - Supports one
ExpressCard. Use this
switch to you.
Setup Guide - Page 17
Using Your Inspiron Laptop
5 Security cable slot - Connects a
USB device, such as a mouse, keyboard,
printer, external drive, or MP3 player.
15 Used to attach a commercially available antitheft device to ...
Setup Guide - Page 18
..., external drive, or MP3 player.
5
IEEE 1394 connector - Connects to
a monitor or projector.
3
Network 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 - If you are
using a cabled network signal, this
connects your computer to a
USB device, such as digital video...
Setup Guide - Page 19
Front Side Features
1 2 3
Using Your Inspiron Laptop
1
Audio Out/ Headphone connector -
Connects one pair of headphones, or
sends audio to a microphone or input signal
for use with audio programs.
3 8-in-1 Media card ...
Setup Guide - Page 20
....
18 The settings for this keyboard can be personalized by tapping the surface.
2 Touch pad buttons - Provide left -click by using Dell QuickSet. Using Your Inspiron Laptop
Computer Base and Keyboard Features
1
2
1 Touch pad - For more information, see the Dell Technology Guide.
4 Media Controls - Provides the functionality of a mouse to move the...
Setup Guide - Page 21
Using Your Inspiron Laptop
Media Controls
To use the media controls, lightly touch the symbol and then release. 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 The control's symbol will shine for 2 seconds to confirm your selection then fade away.
Setup Guide - Page 22
....
4 Right digital array microphone (optional) - Based the on selections you made when purchasing your computer, your computer may not include a camera.
3 Camera (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) -
Setup Guide - Page 23
... only use batteries from Dell. Do not use a battery purchased from other computers. Slide the battery release latch until it clicks into place. 3. Using Your Inspiron Laptop
Removing and Replacing the Battery
CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. Shut down the computer, and remove external...
Setup Guide - Page 24
To eject a disc from the drive, gently touch the eject control. 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 ...
Setup Guide - Page 52
... (GM 965 or PM 965)
one ExpressCard slot (54 mm)
50
NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. INSPIRON
Basic Specifications
System Model
Dell Inspiron 1318
This section provides basic information that you may vary by region.
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