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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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...or drawer when it is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your Dell™ computer in the air vents. You should never place your computer in permanent damage to place your... result in an enclosed space, such as carpets or rugs, while it is powered on . Do not place your Dell™ Inspiron™ laptop. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer, deteriorate the computer performance, or cause a fire. To prevent overheating ensure that you ...
...or drawer when it is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your Dell™ computer in the air vents. You should never place your computer in permanent damage to place your... result in an enclosed space, such as carpets or rugs, while it is powered on . Do not place your Dell™ Inspiron™ laptop. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer, deteriorate the computer performance, or cause a fire. To prevent overheating ensure that you ...
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However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. 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. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6
However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. 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. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6
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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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...agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Windows 7 for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, see support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 9 NOTE: For more information on the screen. The Windows 7 setup screens will need to complete. CAUTION: Do not ... performance of your computer, it is preconfigured with Microsoft® Windows® 7 operating system. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Microsoft Windows Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for your computer unusable and you will take...
...agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Windows 7 for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, see support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 9 NOTE: For more information on the screen. The Windows 7 setup screens will need to complete. CAUTION: Do not ... performance of your computer, it is preconfigured with Microsoft® Windows® 7 operating system. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Microsoft Windows Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for your computer unusable and you will take...
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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. The system recovery media can use the system recovery media... media as soon 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
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. The system recovery media can use the system recovery media... media as soon 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
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NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 6). 2. Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Follow the instructions on page 57. 11 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 the screen.
NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 6). 2. Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Follow the instructions on page 57. 11 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 the screen.
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... SIM card, press and eject the SIM card. 12 To access the Internet, you must be within the network of your computer. 2. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: Installing a SIM card is not required if you are using an EVDO card to the Internet. In the battery...
... SIM card, press and eject the SIM card. 12 To access the Internet, you must be within the network of your computer. 2. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: Installing a SIM card is not required if you are using an EVDO card to the Internet. In the battery...
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... of purchase. Ensure that your computer is displayed on the screen. The current wireless status is turned on. 2. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop NOTE: The wireless feature is available on your computer only if you are asked to disable all wireless radios on an airplane flight. 15 Press...
... of purchase. Ensure that your computer is displayed on the screen. The current wireless status is turned on. 2. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop NOTE: The wireless feature is available on your computer only if you are asked to disable all wireless radios on an airplane flight. 15 Press...
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...any open programs. 3. Setting Up a Wireless Connection NOTE: To set up your Internet connection. • If you can purchase one at www.dell.com. In the search box, type network, and then click Network and Sharing Center→ Connect to complete the setup. 16 Setting Up a...: 1. To set up your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in "Setting Up Your Internet Connection" on page 17. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the Internet, you set up your wireless router, see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on page 14...
...any open programs. 3. Setting Up a Wireless Connection NOTE: To set up your Internet connection. • If you can purchase one at www.dell.com. In the search box, type network, and then click Network and Sharing Center→ Connect to complete the setup. 16 Setting Up a...: 1. To set up your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in "Setting Up Your Internet Connection" on page 17. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the Internet, you set up your wireless router, see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on page 14...
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to the Internet window appears. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. ...
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to the Internet window appears. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. ...
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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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... adapter to charge USB devices when the computer is powered off your computer while charging an USB device, the device will stop charging. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Antenna-in /Microphone connector - NOTE: If you to power the computer and charge the battery. 19
... adapter to charge USB devices when the computer is powered off your computer while charging an USB device, the device will stop charging. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Antenna-in /Microphone connector - NOTE: If you to power the computer and charge the battery. 19
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... 2.0 connector - NOTE: For a monitor without built-in the media card slot. Save the blank for both multi-channel digital audio and video signals. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Network connector - Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. Connects your computer. 21 Connects to a network or a broadband device if you are using a wired network...
... 2.0 connector - NOTE: For a monitor without built-in the media card slot. Save the blank for both multi-channel digital audio and video signals. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Network connector - Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. Connects your computer. 21 Connects to a network or a broadband device if you are using a wired network...
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Connects to the computer. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Security cable slot - NOTE: Before you buy an security cable, ensure that it fits into the security cable slot on your computer. 2 VGA connector - Attaches a commercially available security cable to a monitor or projector. 23
Connects to the computer. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Security cable slot - NOTE: Before you buy an security cable, ensure that it fits into the security cable slot on your computer. 2 VGA connector - Attaches a commercially available security cable to a monitor or projector. 23
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...: To enable or disable the touch pad, press the key on the function key row on when the computer reads or writes data. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power button -
...: To enable or disable the touch pad, press the key on the function key row on when the computer reads or writes data. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power button -
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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%