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...Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Connect to the Internet (Optional 16 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right View Features 18 Left View Features 20 Back View Features 22 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 24 Status Lights and Indicators 26... Touch Pad Gestures 28 Multimedia Control Keys 30 Display Features 32 Removing and Replacing the Battery 34 Software Features 36 Dell Dock 37 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 38 Solving Problems 39 Beep Codes 39 Network Problems 40 Power Problems 41 Memory Problems 42 Lockups and ...
...Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Connect to the Internet (Optional 16 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right View Features 18 Left View Features 20 Back View Features 22 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 24 Status Lights and Indicators 26... Touch Pad Gestures 28 Multimedia Control Keys 30 Display Features 32 Removing and Replacing the Battery 34 Software Features 36 Dell Dock 37 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 38 Solving Problems 39 Beep Codes 39 Network Problems 40 Power Problems 41 Memory Problems 42 Lockups and ...
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... the air vents. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer, deteriorate the computer performance, or cause a fire. Restricting airflow around your Dell™ Inspiron™ laptop. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your Inspiron laptop may result in permanent damage to the computer. 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your...
... the air vents. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer, deteriorate the computer performance, or cause a fire. Restricting airflow around your Dell™ Inspiron™ laptop. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your Inspiron laptop may result in permanent damage to the computer. 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your...
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However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6 WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. 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 an electrical outlet or surge protector.
However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6 WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. 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 an electrical outlet or surge protector.
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the Network Cable (Optional) To use a wired network connection, connect the network cable. 7
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the Network Cable (Optional) To use a wired network connection, connect the network cable. 7
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... will need to complete. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Microsoft Windows Your Dell computer is recommended that you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Windows 7 for your computer available at support.dell.com. Doing so may take you download...and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, see support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 9 NOTE: For optimal performance of your computer unusable and you will take some time to reinstall the operating ...
... will need to complete. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Microsoft Windows Your Dell computer is recommended that you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Windows 7 for your computer available at support.dell.com. Doing so may take you download...and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, see support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 9 NOTE: For optimal performance of your computer unusable and you will take some time to reinstall the operating ...
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...as you purchased the computer, while preserving data files (without the need of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc™ NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 10 NOTE: Your computer does not have left the computer in when you set up ...Microsoft Windows. You will require the following to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that involve discs.
...as you purchased the computer, while preserving data files (without the need of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc™ NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 10 NOTE: Your computer does not have left the computer in when you set up ...Microsoft Windows. You will require the following to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that involve discs.
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 57. 11 Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Follow the instructions on page 6). 2. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on the screen.
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 57. 11 Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Follow the instructions on page 6). 2. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on the screen.
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: Installing a SIM card is not required if you must be within the network of your cellular service provider. Turn ...
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: Installing a SIM card is not required if you must be within the network of your cellular service provider. Turn ...
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... quickly turn off wireless radios (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth®), such as when you ordered a WLAN card at the time of purchase. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop NOTE: The wireless feature is turned on. 2. Ensure that your computer is available on your computer, see "Specifications" on page 70. Press the wireless key...
... quickly turn off wireless radios (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth®), such as when you ordered a WLAN card at the time of purchase. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop NOTE: The wireless feature is turned on. 2. Ensure that your computer is available on your computer, see "Specifications" on page 70. Press the wireless key...
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... Connection • If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your wireless Internet connection, you can purchase one at www.dell.com. Setting Up a Wireless Connection NOTE: To set up connection, connect the telephone line to the optional external USB modem and to a wireless... router: 1. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to complete the setup. 16 Follow the instructions on page 17. Before you can use your...
... Connection • If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your wireless Internet connection, you can purchase one at www.dell.com. Setting Up a Wireless Connection NOTE: To set up connection, connect the telephone line to the optional external USB modem and to a wireless... router: 1. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to complete the setup. 16 Follow the instructions on page 17. Before you can use your...
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... screen and use the setup information provided by country. Setting Up Your Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by your country. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to complete the setup. 17 Contact your ISP for offerings available in the past, the ISP...
... screen and use the setup information provided by country. Setting Up Your Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by your country. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to complete the setup. 17 Contact your ISP for offerings available in the past, the ISP...
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Right View Features 1 23 4 5 6 18 INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron laptop.
Right View Features 1 23 4 5 6 18 INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron laptop.
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..., such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 6 AC adapter connector - The USB Powershare feature allows you turn on supported models) - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Antenna-in connector (on the computer to charge the device. Connects to power the computer and charge the battery. 19 NOTE: Certain USB devices may...
..., such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 6 AC adapter connector - The USB Powershare feature allows you turn on supported models) - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Antenna-in connector (on the computer to charge the device. Connects to power the computer and charge the battery. 19 NOTE: Certain USB devices may...
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... Card Reader - Connects to a network or a broadband device if you are using a wired network. 2 HDMI connector - Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Network connector -
... Card Reader - Connects to a network or a broadband device if you are using a wired network. 2 HDMI connector - Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Network connector -
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NOTE: Before you buy an security cable, ensure that it fits into the security cable slot on your computer. 2 VGA connector - Connects to the computer. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Security cable slot - Attaches a commercially available security cable to a monitor or projector. 23
NOTE: Before you buy an security cable, ensure that it fits into the security cable slot on your computer. 2 VGA connector - Connects to the computer. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Security cable slot - Attaches a commercially available security cable to a monitor or projector. 23
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... the cursor, drag or move selected items, and left -click and right-click functions like those on page 30. 3 Power/battery indicator light - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power button - The wireless enable or disable key, brightness increase and decrease keys, multimedia keys, and the touch pad enable or disable key are located...
... the cursor, drag or move selected items, and left -click and right-click functions like those on page 30. 3 Power/battery indicator light - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power button - The wireless enable or disable key, brightness increase and decrease keys, multimedia keys, and the touch pad enable or disable key are located...
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop Status Lights and Indicators Power/Battery Indicator Light Indicator light status Computer state(s) AC adapter solid white on off/hibernate breathing white standby off off/hibernate Battery solid white on breathing white standby solid amber on/standby off off/hibernate Battery charge level charging 90% >=10% >=10%
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Status Lights and Indicators Power/Battery Indicator Light Indicator light status Computer state(s) AC adapter solid white on off/hibernate breathing white standby off off/hibernate Battery solid white on breathing white standby solid amber on/standby off off/hibernate Battery charge level charging 90% >=10% >=10%