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...Connect the Network Cable (optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Ubuntu® Information 9 Windows Vista® Setup 9 Connect to the Internet (Optional 10 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 14 Left Side Features 16 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 18 Display Features 20 Removing and Replacing the Battery 21 Software Features 22 Solving Problems... 24 Network Problems 24 Power Problems 25 Memory Problems 26 Lockups and Software Problems 27 Dell Support Center 29 Using Support Tools 29 System Messages 30 Hardware Troubleshooter 31...
...Connect the Network Cable (optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Ubuntu® Information 9 Windows Vista® Setup 9 Connect to the Internet (Optional 10 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 14 Left Side Features 16 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 18 Display Features 20 Removing and Replacing the Battery 21 Software Features 22 Solving Problems... 24 Network Problems 24 Power Problems 25 Memory Problems 26 Lockups and Software Problems 27 Dell Support Center 29 Using Support Tools 29 System Messages 30 Hardware Troubleshooter 31...
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...Dell™ computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a cabinet or drawer when it is running. To prevent overheating ensure that you leave at least 10.2 cm (4 in) at the back of the computer and a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 in permanent damage to the computer. 5 Do not store your Inspiron laptop...computer, ensure that you allow dust to accumulate in an enclosed space, such as a closed briefcase, while it to place your Inspiron 1210 laptop and connecting peripherals. NOTICE: Placing or stacking heavy or sharp objects on the computer may cause it is powered on all other sides...
...Dell™ computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a cabinet or drawer when it is running. To prevent overheating ensure that you leave at least 10.2 cm (4 in) at the back of the computer and a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 in permanent damage to the computer. 5 Do not store your Inspiron laptop...computer, ensure that you allow dust to accumulate in an enclosed space, such as a closed briefcase, while it to place your Inspiron 1210 laptop and connecting peripherals. NOTICE: Placing or stacking heavy or sharp objects on the computer may cause it is powered on all other sides...
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CAUTION: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to the computer and then plug it into a wall 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 a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage. 6
CAUTION: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to the computer and then plug it into a wall 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 a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage. 6
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 7 Connect the Network Cable (optional) To use a wired network connection, plug in the network cable.
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 7 Connect the Network Cable (optional) To use a wired network connection, plug in the network cable.
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...Quick Start Guide that shipped with your computer unusable. 9 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Windows Vista® Setup Your Dell computer is preconfigured with Ubuntu. These steps are mandatory and may render your laptop for more operating system specific information. The screens will take up to ...for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. To set up Windows Vista for Ubuntu while ordering, your laptop is preconfigured with Windows Vista. Ubuntu® Information If you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences and...
...Quick Start Guide that shipped with your computer unusable. 9 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Windows Vista® Setup Your Dell computer is preconfigured with Ubuntu. These steps are mandatory and may render your laptop for more operating system specific information. The screens will take up to ...for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. To set up Windows Vista for Ubuntu while ordering, your laptop is preconfigured with Windows Vista. Ubuntu® Information If you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences and...
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...original order, you can help you cannot connect to the Internet wizard can purchase one . NOTE: If you get one from the Dell website at www.dell.com. If you do not have an ISP, the Connect to the Internet but have successfully connected in the past, the ISP... connection, contact your ISP to the Internet (Optional) NOTE: ISPs (Internet Service Providers) and ISP offerings vary by country. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to check the service status, or try connecting again later. Contact your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions and see "Setting ...
...original order, you can help you cannot connect to the Internet wizard can purchase one . NOTE: If you get one from the Dell website at www.dell.com. If you do not have an ISP, the Connect to the Internet but have successfully connected in the past, the ISP... connection, contact your ISP to the Internet (Optional) NOTE: ISPs (Internet Service Providers) and ISP offerings vary by country. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to check the service status, or try connecting again later. Contact your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions and see "Setting ...
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... programs. 2. Setting Up a Wireless Connection in Windows Vista 4 3 2 1 1 Internet service 2 cable or DSL modem 3 wireless router 4 portable computer with wireless network card Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop See the documentation for your computer or router for more information about how to set up and use your wireless Internet connection, you need to...
... programs. 2. Setting Up a Wireless Connection in Windows Vista 4 3 2 1 1 Internet service 2 cable or DSL modem 3 wireless router 4 portable computer with wireless network card Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop See the documentation for your computer or router for more information about how to set up and use your wireless Internet connection, you need to...
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... connecting again later. Chose Dial-up if you will use a DSL, satellite modem, cable TV modem, or Bluetooth® wireless technology connection. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up Your Internet Connection in Windows Vista To set up an Internet connection with a different ISP, perform the steps in the past, the ISP...
... connecting again later. Chose Dial-up if you will use a DSL, satellite modem, cable TV modem, or Bluetooth® wireless technology connection. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up Your Internet Connection in Windows Vista To set up an Internet connection with a different ISP, perform the steps in the past, the ISP...
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Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 5. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 13 NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to complete the setup.
Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 5. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 13 NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to complete the setup.
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Right Side Features 5 4 3 2 1 14 INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop Your Inspiron 1210 has indicators, buttons, and features that provide information at-a-glance and time-saving shortcuts for common tasks.
Right Side Features 5 4 3 2 1 14 INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop Your Inspiron 1210 has indicators, buttons, and features that provide information at-a-glance and time-saving shortcuts for common tasks.
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..., such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 5 Network connector - Connects to a microphone or input signal for use with audio programs. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 4 USB 2.0 connector - Connects to a pair of headphones, or sends audio to a network or broadband device. 15 1 - 3-in-1 Media card reader - If you are using a cabled...
..., such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 5 Network connector - Connects to a microphone or input signal for use with audio programs. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 4 USB 2.0 connector - Connects to a pair of headphones, or sends audio to a network or broadband device. 15 1 - 3-in-1 Media card reader - If you are using a cabled...
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NOTE: Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it works with the security cable slot on the computer and charge the battery when the computer is not in use. 4 Security cable slot - Connect to the computer. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 17 Attaches a commercially available antitheft device to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 2 VGA connector - 1 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Connects to the AC adapter to a monitor or projector. 3 AC adapter connector - Connects to power on your computer.
NOTE: Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it works with the security cable slot on the computer and charge the battery when the computer is not in use. 4 Security cable slot - Connect to the computer. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 17 Attaches a commercially available antitheft device to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 2 VGA connector - 1 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Connects to the AC adapter to a monitor or projector. 3 AC adapter connector - Connects to power on your computer.
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... to indicate battery charge status. The settings for video chatting and voice recording. 4 Keyboard - Provide left -click by using the system setting utility. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Power indicator light -
... to indicate battery charge status. The settings for video chatting and voice recording. 4 Keyboard - Provide left -click by using the system setting utility. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Power indicator light -
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop Display Features The display panel holds a camera and a camera activity light. 1 2 3 1 Camera activity light - Your display can vary based on or off. 2 Camera - For more information about displays, see the Dell Technology Guide. 20 Built-in camera for video capture, conferencing, and chat. 3 Display - Indicates when the camera is on selections you made when purchasing your computer.
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Display Features The display panel holds a camera and a camera activity light. 1 2 3 1 Camera activity light - Your display can vary based on or off. 2 Camera - For more information about displays, see the Dell Technology Guide. 20 Built-in camera for video capture, conferencing, and chat. 3 Display - Indicates when the camera is on selections you made when purchasing your computer.
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... not use a battery purchased from other computers. CAUTION: Before removing the battery, shut down the computer and turn it clicks into place. 1 2 21 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...
... not use a battery purchased from other computers. CAUTION: Before removing the battery, shut down the computer and turn it clicks into place. 1 2 21 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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...default options: • Balanced - Click Personalize, to music and internet radio stations. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Software Features NOTE: For more about the features described in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide on your computer. Customizing Your Energy Settings You can access websites, setup an e-...mail account, upload and download files, and so on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. After connecting to configure the power settings on your hard drive or on . Right-click an open the Personalize...
...default options: • Balanced - Click Personalize, to music and internet radio stations. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Software Features NOTE: For more about the features described in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide on your computer. Customizing Your Energy Settings You can access websites, setup an e-...mail account, upload and download files, and so on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. After connecting to configure the power settings on your hard drive or on . Right-click an open the Personalize...
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Backing Up Your Data It is recommended that you can not solve your computer. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 3. This power option saves power on your computer by reducing system performance to your activity and by your computer. To back up files and...back up files: 1. This section provides troubleshooting information for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 29 or "Contacting Dell" on your computer over its lifetime. • High performance - Click Continue on your computer by adapting processor speed to maximize the life of the ...
Backing Up Your Data It is recommended that you can not solve your computer. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 3. This power option saves power on your computer by reducing system performance to your activity and by your computer. To back up files and...back up files: 1. This section provides troubleshooting information for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 29 or "Contacting Dell" on your computer over its lifetime. • High performance - Click Continue on your computer by adapting processor speed to maximize the life of the ...