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Setting Up Your Webcam 22 Integrated Webcam 22 External Webcam 22 Setting up Bluetooth 22 About Your Computer 23 Power Adapter 23 Battery 24 Coin-Cell Battery 24 Touchpad 25 Display 25 Touchscreen 25 3D 25 3D Camera 26 Keyboard 26 Physical Keyboard 27 Keyboard Backlight 27 On-Screen Keyboard 28 Keyboard Connection Types 28 Wired 28 Wireless 28 Service Tag and Express-Service Code 29 Locating the Label on Your Computer 29 Dell Support Website 29 BIOS Setup Program 29 4 Contents
Setting Up Your Webcam 22 Integrated Webcam 22 External Webcam 22 Setting up Bluetooth 22 About Your Computer 23 Power Adapter 23 Battery 24 Coin-Cell Battery 24 Touchpad 25 Display 25 Touchscreen 25 3D 25 3D Camera 26 Keyboard 26 Physical Keyboard 27 Keyboard Backlight 27 On-Screen Keyboard 28 Keyboard Connection Types 28 Wired 28 Wireless 28 Service Tag and Express-Service Code 29 Locating the Label on Your Computer 29 Dell Support Website 29 BIOS Setup Program 29 4 Contents
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... the available options. 12 Signing in to Windows 8.1 using a keyboard) to using the method of your user profile on the screen. Microsoft account NOTE: To sign in using a Microsoft account for a new email address and follow the instructions on the computer. To sign in using an existing Microsoft account, type the email ID and password. The settings of the screen (or press any key if...
... the available options. 12 Signing in to Windows 8.1 using a keyboard) to using the method of your user profile on the screen. Microsoft account NOTE: To sign in using a Microsoft account for a new email address and follow the instructions on the computer. To sign in using an existing Microsoft account, type the email ID and password. The settings of the screen (or press any key if...
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... charms sidebar displays a list of charms available depending on the Start screen. The most common tasks such as a TV. Also allows to send video and audio to notifications, volume controls, brightness controls, and other computer, and so on . Provides access to supported devices, such as search, share, settings, and so on . like in from the right edge of the screen. Charms Charms provide quick access to the...
... charms sidebar displays a list of charms available depending on the Start screen. The most common tasks such as a TV. Also allows to send video and audio to notifications, volume controls, brightness controls, and other computer, and so on . Provides access to supported devices, such as search, share, settings, and so on . like in from the right edge of the screen. Charms Charms provide quick access to the...
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... your internet service provider. For more information on enabling wireless on your computer, see the Quick Start Guide that shipped with multiple devices. Turn on the network you want to connect to. 5. Connecting To The Internet You can connect your broadband modem and router are configured. NOTE: Some computers may have activity lights. 3. Windows 8.1/Windows RT 1. Connecting to verify Internet connection. Click on /off file sharing (optional). 16 Setting Up Your Computer Enter the network password...
... your internet service provider. For more information on enabling wireless on your computer, see the Quick Start Guide that shipped with multiple devices. Turn on the network you want to connect to. 5. Connecting To The Internet You can connect your broadband modem and router are configured. NOTE: Some computers may have activity lights. 3. Windows 8.1/Windows RT 1. Connecting to verify Internet connection. Click on /off file sharing (optional). 16 Setting Up Your Computer Enter the network password...
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... wireless is enabled on your computer connects directly to the service provider's network, like your laptop or tablet to connect to . 4. NOTE: You may have a default network key. For details, contact the router manufacturer. 5. Turn on your computer or tablet. 2. Windows 8.1/Windows RT 1. If you purchased a tablet with a network service contract, the internet may have configured the network key while setting up the router or the router may already be activated...
... wireless is enabled on your computer connects directly to the service provider's network, like your laptop or tablet to connect to . 4. NOTE: You may have a default network key. For details, contact the router manufacturer. 5. Turn on your computer or tablet. 2. Windows 8.1/Windows RT 1. If you purchased a tablet with a network service contract, the internet may have configured the network key while setting up the router or the router may already be activated...
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... set the volume to the connectors on the card. NOTE: On computers with your desired level. Configuring 5.1/7.1 Audio Configure your computer or tablet, see the Specifications at dell.com/support. Windows 7 1. Alternatively, click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Sound. 2. NOTE: For more information on the ports available on the screen. 18 Setting Up Your Computer Select Speakers and click Configure. Click Next and follow the instructions...
... set the volume to the connectors on the card. NOTE: On computers with your desired level. Configuring 5.1/7.1 Audio Configure your computer or tablet, see the Specifications at dell.com/support. Windows 7 1. Alternatively, click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Sound. 2. NOTE: For more information on the ports available on the screen. 18 Setting Up Your Computer Select Speakers and click Configure. Click Next and follow the instructions...
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... you are installing a wireless printer, follow the instruction on the right side. Windows 7 1. For more information on the printer model. Some printers may be prompted to install it should appear in the documentation of the device list. Click Devices and follow the instructions in the list on the screen. Select your printer. Use the printer-driver media or download the drivers from this list, click Add a device at the...
... you are installing a wireless printer, follow the instruction on the right side. Windows 7 1. For more information on the printer model. Some printers may be prompted to install it should appear in the documentation of the device list. Click Devices and follow the instructions in the list on the screen. Select your printer. Use the printer-driver media or download the drivers from this list, click Add a device at the...
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... configuration information about your computer may be user replaceable or may require a Dell service technician to use your device when it can last for which the computer is turned off , and so on your computer. Battery Batteries are type of time it is not connected to the Complementary Metal‑Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) chip while the computer is powered off . The battery allows you to replace...
... configuration information about your computer may be user replaceable or may require a Dell service technician to use your device when it can last for which the computer is turned off , and so on your computer. Battery Batteries are type of time it is not connected to the Complementary Metal‑Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) chip while the computer is powered off . The battery allows you to replace...
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Latest wireless-card drivers and Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager available at dell.com/support. Keyboard Keyboards allow you to type characters and perform special functions using USB or wireless signals. The number of keys and the characters available may not be supported on all computers. Tablets generally have an external keyboard connected using shortcut keys. Minimum requirements for setting up wireless display are : • Alphanumeric keys for typing letters, numbers, punctuation, and symbols • Multimedia and application shortcut keys • Control keys ...
Latest wireless-card drivers and Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager available at dell.com/support. Keyboard Keyboards allow you to type characters and perform special functions using USB or wireless signals. The number of keys and the characters available may not be supported on all computers. Tablets generally have an external keyboard connected using shortcut keys. Minimum requirements for setting up wireless display are : • Alphanumeric keys for typing letters, numbers, punctuation, and symbols • Multimedia and application shortcut keys • Control keys ...
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... the Recycle Bin. Using your Keyboard 45 Display the address bar drop-down in which they were opened. Use the arrow keys to activate a different power management mode using this keyboard shortcut to switch between open items. Switch between open simultaneously). Search for a file or folder. Refresh the active window. Cycle through items in the order in Windows Explorer. Activate a power management mode. You can reprogram this method cannot be recovered from the Recycle...
... the Recycle Bin. Using your Keyboard 45 Display the address bar drop-down in which they were opened. Use the arrow keys to activate a different power management mode using this keyboard shortcut to switch between open items. Switch between open simultaneously). Search for a file or folder. Refresh the active window. Cycle through items in the order in Windows Explorer. Activate a power management mode. You can reprogram this method cannot be recovered from the Recycle...
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.... Some of functions that you can access using Dell Quickset include: • Configure wireless shortcut key • Disable or enable battery charging • Change Fn‑key behaviour NOTE: Quickset may not be supported on all computers. Quickset 69 Solution Station Offerings Type Warranty and ongoing care Installations and setup Troubleshooting and repair Offerings Extend warranty or service contact Dell Tech Concierge Computer setup Wireless‑network setup Software installation Windows operating‑system installation Internal‑hardware upgrades TV and home...
.... Some of functions that you can access using Dell Quickset include: • Configure wireless shortcut key • Disable or enable battery charging • Change Fn‑key behaviour NOTE: Quickset may not be supported on all computers. Quickset 69 Solution Station Offerings Type Warranty and ongoing care Installations and setup Troubleshooting and repair Offerings Extend warranty or service contact Dell Tech Concierge Computer setup Wireless‑network setup Software installation Windows operating‑system installation Internal‑hardware upgrades TV and home...
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A DellConnect request is an online tool that allows a Dell agent to access your computer (under your supervision) to interact with your computer with your computer. It allows an technical support representative to remotely diagnose and resolve issues on your permission. NOTE: To access DellConnect and terms of usage, see dell.com/DellConnect. 72 DellConnect DellConnect DellConnect is initiated by a technical support agent when required during troubleshooting.
A DellConnect request is an online tool that allows a Dell agent to access your computer (under your supervision) to interact with your computer with your computer. It allows an technical support representative to remotely diagnose and resolve issues on your permission. NOTE: To access DellConnect and terms of usage, see dell.com/DellConnect. 72 DellConnect DellConnect DellConnect is initiated by a technical support agent when required during troubleshooting.
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... for technical support. Pre-Boot System Assessment You can use the Pre-Boot System Assessment (PSA) to diagnose various hardware problems. The ePSA tests devices such as the system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on troubleshooting, solutions to access the Boot Menu. NOTE: For more information on . Turn on all the cables are firmly connected to help you determine the issue with your computer. • Make sure your...
... for technical support. Pre-Boot System Assessment You can use the Pre-Boot System Assessment (PSA) to diagnose various hardware problems. The ePSA tests devices such as the system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on troubleshooting, solutions to access the Boot Menu. NOTE: For more information on . Turn on all the cables are firmly connected to help you determine the issue with your computer. • Make sure your...
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...;Board Jumper Almost all motherboards use a coin‑cell battery that helps retain BIOS settings, including the password. The location of the jumper and working inside your computer, see the Service Manual at dell.com/support. If you have changed any BIOS settings, you must make those changes again after resetting the password. NOTE: For more information on . WARNING: Read the safety instructions before working inside your computer to prompt for a password when booting...
...;Board Jumper Almost all motherboards use a coin‑cell battery that helps retain BIOS settings, including the password. The location of the jumper and working inside your computer, see the Service Manual at dell.com/support. If you have changed any BIOS settings, you must make those changes again after resetting the password. NOTE: For more information on . WARNING: Read the safety instructions before working inside your computer to prompt for a password when booting...
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... as office equipment. Ergonomic Instructions CAUTION: Improper or prolonged keyboard use a footrest, if necessary, to maintain proper posture. • Vary your work . CAUTION: Viewing the monitor screen for extended periods of time. When you work activities. Laptops are not necessarily designed for continuous operation as overhead lights, desk lamps, and the curtains or blinds on nearby windows) to minimize reflections and glare...
... as office equipment. Ergonomic Instructions CAUTION: Improper or prolonged keyboard use a footrest, if necessary, to maintain proper posture. • Vary your work . CAUTION: Viewing the monitor screen for extended periods of time. When you work activities. Laptops are not necessarily designed for continuous operation as overhead lights, desk lamps, and the curtains or blinds on nearby windows) to minimize reflections and glare...
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Procedure 1 Align the notch on the memory module with the tab on the memorymodule slot. 2 Slide the memory module firmly into place. NOTE: If you do not hear the click, remove the memory module and reinstall it clicks into the slot at an angle and press the memory module down until it . 1 securing clips (2) 3 memory module Post-requisites 1 Replace the base cover. 2 Replace the battery. 2 memory-module slot 22
Procedure 1 Align the notch on the memory module with the tab on the memorymodule slot. 2 Slide the memory module firmly into place. NOTE: If you do not hear the click, remove the memory module and reinstall it clicks into the slot at an angle and press the memory module down until it . 1 securing clips (2) 3 memory module Post-requisites 1 Replace the base cover. 2 Replace the battery. 2 memory-module slot 22
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...-cell battery. Prerequisites 1 Remove the battery. 2 Remove the base cover. 3 Remove the memory module(s). 4 Remove the wireless card. 5 Remove the hard drive. 6 Remove the keyboard. 7 Remove the palm rest. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure Using a plastic scribe, gently pry out the coin-cell battery out of the battery socket on the system board. 55 CAUTION: Removing the coin-cell battery resets the BIOS settings to default. After working...
...-cell battery. Prerequisites 1 Remove the battery. 2 Remove the base cover. 3 Remove the memory module(s). 4 Remove the wireless card. 5 Remove the hard drive. 6 Remove the keyboard. 7 Remove the palm rest. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure Using a plastic scribe, gently pry out the coin-cell battery out of the battery socket on the system board. 55 CAUTION: Removing the coin-cell battery resets the BIOS settings to default. After working...
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... secures the display cable to the BIOS using the pull-tab, disconnect the I/O-board cable from the system board, note the location of the connectors so that shipped with your computer and follow the instructions in the system board. You must make the desired changes again after you replace the system board. Prerequisites 1 Remove the battery. 2 Remove the optical drive. 3 Remove the base cover. 4 Remove the memory module(s). 5 Remove the wireless card. 6 Remove the hard drive. 7 Remove the keyboard. 8 Remove the palm...
... secures the display cable to the BIOS using the pull-tab, disconnect the I/O-board cable from the system board, note the location of the connectors so that shipped with your computer and follow the instructions in the system board. You must make the desired changes again after you replace the system board. Prerequisites 1 Remove the battery. 2 Remove the optical drive. 3 Remove the base cover. 4 Remove the memory module(s). 5 Remove the wireless card. 6 Remove the hard drive. 7 Remove the keyboard. 8 Remove the palm...
Specifications
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...: You can be used to type alternate characters or to perform secondary functions. Views Keyboard Shortcut keys Specifications Some keys on your keyboard have two symbols on them. These keys can define the primary behavior of the shortcut keys by changing Function Key Behavior in System Setup. Dimensions and Weight System Information Memory Ports and Connectors Communications Video Audio Storage Media-Card Reader Display Keyboard Camera Touchpad Battery Power Adapter Computer Environment To perform secondary functions, press Fn and...
...: You can be used to type alternate characters or to perform secondary functions. Views Keyboard Shortcut keys Specifications Some keys on your keyboard have two symbols on them. These keys can define the primary behavior of the shortcut keys by changing Function Key Behavior in System Setup. Dimensions and Weight System Information Memory Ports and Connectors Communications Video Audio Storage Media-Card Reader Display Keyboard Camera Touchpad Battery Power Adapter Computer Environment To perform secondary functions, press Fn and...
Quick Start Guide-Windows 7
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...Play next track/chapter Switch to external display Open Search charm Decrease brightness Increase brightness Turn off/on wireless Toggle Fn-key lock Fn NOTE: For more information, see Specifications at dell.com/support dell.com/support Product support and manuals Contact Dell Regulatory and safety Regulatory model Regulatory type Computer model © 2014 Dell Inc. © 2014 Microsoft Corporation. Inspiron 14 3000 Series Quick Start Guide 1 Connect the power adapter and press the power button 2 Finish Windows setup Windows NOTE: Do not use @ symbol in...
...Play next track/chapter Switch to external display Open Search charm Decrease brightness Increase brightness Turn off/on wireless Toggle Fn-key lock Fn NOTE: For more information, see Specifications at dell.com/support dell.com/support Product support and manuals Contact Dell Regulatory and safety Regulatory model Regulatory type Computer model © 2014 Dell Inc. © 2014 Microsoft Corporation. Inspiron 14 3000 Series Quick Start Guide 1 Connect the power adapter and press the power button 2 Finish Windows setup Windows NOTE: Do not use @ symbol in...