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...subject to change without the written permission of these materials in any proprietary interest in this text: Dell™, the DELL logo, and Inspiron™ are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Bluetooth® is used in this document to refer to hardware or loss of Intel ...Corporation in the United States and/or other countries; Other trademarks and trade names may be used by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. A00 Microsoft®, Windows®, and Windows...
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Contents Charms Sidebar 15 Signing in to Windows 8 16 Closing a Windows 8 app 17 Turning off your computer - Windows 8 17 Power Adapter 21 Battery 22 Laptop Battery 22 Conserving the Battery Power 22 Coin-Cell Battery 23 Improving the Battery Performance 23 Touchpad 24 About Touchpad 24 Touchpad Gestures 24 Scroll 24 Zoom 26 Rotate 27 Flick 28 My Favorites 28 Desktop 28 Display 29 3D Display 29 Wireless Display 29 Touchscreen Display 30 Contents 3
Contents Charms Sidebar 15 Signing in to Windows 8 16 Closing a Windows 8 app 17 Turning off your computer - Windows 8 17 Power Adapter 21 Battery 22 Laptop Battery 22 Conserving the Battery Power 22 Coin-Cell Battery 23 Improving the Battery Performance 23 Touchpad 24 About Touchpad 24 Touchpad Gestures 24 Scroll 24 Zoom 26 Rotate 27 Flick 28 My Favorites 28 Desktop 28 Display 29 3D Display 29 Wireless Display 29 Touchscreen Display 30 Contents 3
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Windows 8 124 Dell Backup and Recovery Professional - Windows 8 123 Dell Backup and Recovery 123 Dell Backup and Recovery - Windows 8 123 Dell Backup and Recovery Basic - Windows 8 126 Restoring Your Operating System 127 System Restore 127 About System Restore 127 Starting System Restore 128 Undoing the Last System Restore 128 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 129 About Dell DataSafe Local Backup 129 Dell DataSafe...
Windows 8 124 Dell Backup and Recovery Professional - Windows 8 123 Dell Backup and Recovery 123 Dell Backup and Recovery - Windows 8 123 Dell Backup and Recovery Basic - Windows 8 126 Restoring Your Operating System 127 System Restore 127 About System Restore 127 Starting System Restore 128 Undoing the Last System Restore 128 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 129 About Dell DataSafe Local Backup 129 Dell DataSafe...
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... Boot Sequence 150 Flashing the BIOS 150 Getting Help and Contacting Dell 155 Self-Help Options 155 Accessing Windows Help and Support 155 Contacting Dell 156 Before Calling Dell 159 Computer Maintenance 160 Ergonomic Instructions for Desktops 160 Ergonomic Instructions for Laptops 162 Dell and the Environment 164 Regulatory Compliance Policy 165 Contact Details for...
... Boot Sequence 150 Flashing the BIOS 150 Getting Help and Contacting Dell 155 Self-Help Options 155 Accessing Windows Help and Support 155 Contacting Dell 156 Before Calling Dell 159 Computer Maintenance 160 Ergonomic Instructions for Desktops 160 Ergonomic Instructions for Laptops 162 Dell and the Environment 164 Regulatory Compliance Policy 165 Contact Details for...
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... method, tap or click Sign-in options to see the available options. 16 Signing in to Windows 8 Logging on without a Microsoft account and follow the instructions on to your computer. Signing in to Windows 8 The following options are using a keyboard) to dismiss the lock screen. 2. Tap or click your Microsoft accounts...
... method, tap or click Sign-in options to see the available options. 16 Signing in to Windows 8 Logging on without a Microsoft account and follow the instructions on to your computer. Signing in to Windows 8 The following options are using a keyboard) to dismiss the lock screen. 2. Tap or click your Microsoft accounts...
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Closing a Windows 8 app To close an app: • If you are using a mouse, click and drag the app from the right edge of the screen (or if ... put your computer in sleep or hibernate state. NOTE: You can also choose to the upper-right corner of the screen and release the app. Windows 8 To turn off your computer: 1. Closing a Windows 8 app 17 Turning off your computer -
Closing a Windows 8 app To close an app: • If you are using a mouse, click and drag the app from the right edge of the screen (or if ... put your computer in sleep or hibernate state. NOTE: You can also choose to the upper-right corner of the screen and release the app. Windows 8 To turn off your computer: 1. Closing a Windows 8 app 17 Turning off your computer -
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...; Battery battery life is largely determined by the number of times the battery is used and recharged. • Configure the power management settings using Microsoft Windows Power Options to be charged more often.
...; Battery battery life is largely determined by the number of times the battery is used and recharged. • Configure the power management settings using Microsoft Windows Power Options to be charged more often.
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... settings and the coin-cell battery helps preserve these settings while the computer is discharged and recharged. • Configuring the power management settings using Microsoft Windows Power Options to an electrical outlet when possible.
... settings and the coin-cell battery helps preserve these settings while the computer is discharged and recharged. • Configuring the power management settings using Microsoft Windows Power Options to an electrical outlet when possible.
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... on the touchpad to activate horizontal auto scrolling. Move two fingers up or down at a fast pace to stop auto scrolling. Tap on the active window. Circular Scroll - Allows you to scroll left or right on the touchpad to activate vertical auto scrolling. To scroll up or down: Move a finger in...
... on the touchpad to activate horizontal auto scrolling. Move two fingers up or down at a fast pace to stop auto scrolling. Tap on the active window. Circular Scroll - Allows you to scroll left or right on the touchpad to activate vertical auto scrolling. To scroll up or down: Move a finger in...
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... or counterclockwise. Keeping the thumb in place, move the index finger in an arced direction right or left to reduce the view of the active window. Rotate Allows you to zoom in 90° increments using two fingers where one finger is anchored and the other rotates. The rotate feature includes... closer together on the screen. Pinch - Allows you to rotate the active content on the touchpad. Allows you to enlarge the view of the active window. Touchpad 27
... or counterclockwise. Keeping the thumb in place, move the index finger in an arced direction right or left to reduce the view of the active window. Rotate Allows you to zoom in 90° increments using two fingers where one finger is anchored and the other rotates. The rotate feature includes... closer together on the screen. Pinch - Allows you to rotate the active content on the touchpad. Allows you to enlarge the view of the active window. Touchpad 27
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Flick Allows you to flip content forward or backward based on the touchpad. Desktop Allows you to minimize all open your hand on the touchpad in any orientation and briefly hold in the active window. Place your favorite applications. Move three fingers quickly in the desired direction to flip content in place. 28 Touchpad The applications that the desktop is visible. Tap three fingers on the direction of the flick. My Favorites Allows you to open windows so that are configured in the touchpad configuration tool launch.
Flick Allows you to flip content forward or backward based on the touchpad. Desktop Allows you to minimize all open your hand on the touchpad in any orientation and briefly hold in the active window. Place your favorite applications. Move three fingers quickly in the desired direction to flip content in place. 28 Touchpad The applications that the desktop is visible. Tap three fingers on the direction of the flick. My Favorites Allows you to open windows so that are configured in the touchpad configuration tool launch.
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... i7-66xx Intel HD Graphics Intel Centrino 6100/6200/6300 or Intel Centrino Advanced-N + WiMAX 6250 Windows 7 Home Premium, Professional, or Ultimate Latest wireless-card drivers and Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager available at support.dell.com. Minimum requirements for visual presentation of cables. Display A display is a video output device that can...
... i7-66xx Intel HD Graphics Intel Centrino 6100/6200/6300 or Intel Centrino Advanced-N + WiMAX 6250 Windows 7 Home Premium, Professional, or Ultimate Latest wireless-card drivers and Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager available at support.dell.com. Minimum requirements for visual presentation of cables. Display A display is a video output device that can...
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.... Press and hold a finger on the selected object when the entire object is not visible. Dwell Allows you to scroll through content in the active window like pages in the desired direction to pan scroll the selected object. Flick Allows you to move the focus on the touch screen, to open...
.... Press and hold a finger on the selected object when the entire object is not visible. Dwell Allows you to scroll through content in the active window like pages in the desired direction to pan scroll the selected object. Flick Allows you to move the focus on the touch screen, to open...
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... activate horizontal scrolling. Move a finger to the right or left to activate vertical scrolling. Rotate Allows you to rotate the active content on the active window. You can also rotate the active content by moving both the fingers in an arced direction right or left on the active... window. Allows you to scroll right or left . Allows you to rotate the active content using two fingers. Keeping a finger or thumb in place, move the ...
... activate horizontal scrolling. Move a finger to the right or left to activate vertical scrolling. Rotate Allows you to rotate the active content on the active window. You can also rotate the active content by moving both the fingers in an arced direction right or left on the active... window. Allows you to scroll right or left . Allows you to rotate the active content using two fingers. Keeping a finger or thumb in place, move the ...
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...functions: • Alphanumeric keys for typing letters, numbers, punctuation, and symbols • Control keys for performing certain actions: , , , and the Windows key • Function keys, labeled ,< F2>, , and so on, for performing specific tasks • Navigation keys for moving the cursor around in ...documents or windows: , , , , , , and arrow keys • Numeric keypad of keys to turn on automatically when your computer is integrated into the alphabetic...
...functions: • Alphanumeric keys for typing letters, numbers, punctuation, and symbols • Control keys for performing certain actions: , , , and the Windows key • Function keys, labeled ,< F2>, , and so on, for performing specific tasks • Navigation keys for moving the cursor around in ...documents or windows: , , , , , , and arrow keys • Numeric keypad of keys to turn on automatically when your computer is integrated into the alphabetic...
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...all the webcam features and configuration options. Click Dell Webcam→ Dell Webcam Manager. Enabling a Webcam 1. Dell Webcam Manager includes: • Webcam Center - Create a unique avatar using the Live! Dell Webcam Manager window opens. 3. Click Webcam Center. 4. Click the... • Video Chat - Click Start → All Programs or Programs. 2. Click Dell Webcam→ Dell Webcam Manager. The Dell Webcam Manager window appears. Enable the Digital Array Microphone in the Dell Webcam Center 1. Click Start → All Programs or Programs. 2. Webcam 47...
...all the webcam features and configuration options. Click Dell Webcam→ Dell Webcam Manager. Enabling a Webcam 1. Dell Webcam Manager includes: • Webcam Center - Create a unique avatar using the Live! Dell Webcam Manager window opens. 3. Click Webcam Center. 4. Click the... • Video Chat - Click Start → All Programs or Programs. 2. Click Dell Webcam→ Dell Webcam Manager. The Dell Webcam Manager window appears. Enable the Digital Array Microphone in the Dell Webcam Center 1. Click Start → All Programs or Programs. 2. Webcam 47...
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To setup a wired Internet connection: Windows 8 1. Click Settings. 4. Click Network and Sharing Center → Set up your ISP. 5. Internet 59 NOTE:ISPs and ISP offerings vary by your ISP information ... files, and exit any open programs. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by country. The Connect to the Internet window appears. Internet Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection You can help you do not have an ISP, the Connect to the Internet wizard can setup a wired...
To setup a wired Internet connection: Windows 8 1. Click Settings. 4. Click Network and Sharing Center → Set up your ISP. 5. Internet 59 NOTE:ISPs and ISP offerings vary by your ISP information ... files, and exit any open programs. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by country. The Connect to the Internet window appears. Internet Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection You can help you do not have an ISP, the Connect to the Internet wizard can setup a wired...
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...use your wireless Internet connection, you do not know which type of connection to a wireless router on /off file sharing. Turn on Microsoft Windows 7 or Windows Vista: 1. Click Start , type network in the past, the ISP might have a service outage. NOTE: If you need to connect ...to your connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 2. Open the Charms Bar. 3. Windows 8 1. Windows 7 To set up a new connection or network → Connect to check the service status, or try connecting again later. Select the Settings Charm. ...
...use your wireless Internet connection, you do not know which type of connection to a wireless router on /off file sharing. Turn on Microsoft Windows 7 or Windows Vista: 1. Click Start , type network in the past, the ISP might have a service outage. NOTE: If you need to connect ...to your connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 2. Open the Charms Bar. 3. Windows 8 1. Windows 7 To set up a new connection or network → Connect to check the service status, or try connecting again later. Select the Settings Charm. ...
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...then click Set up stereoscopic 3D. b. Set your TV as the application controls the timing of the glasses. In the NVIDIA Control Panel window, click Display to expand the selection, and then click Set up multiple display. The 3DTV Play setup wizard appears. For 3D gaming, ...the selection, and then click Change resolution. In the Verify the display configuration section, right-click the 3D TV and select Make this the Windows primary display. 4. Ensure that shipped with refresh rates of games may reduce in the control panel. 5. For more information about configuring the...
...then click Set up stereoscopic 3D. b. Set your TV as the application controls the timing of the glasses. In the NVIDIA Control Panel window, click Display to expand the selection, and then click Set up multiple display. The 3DTV Play setup wizard appears. For 3D gaming, ...the selection, and then click Change resolution. In the Verify the display configuration section, right-click the 3D TV and select Make this the Windows primary display. 4. Ensure that shipped with refresh rates of games may reduce in the control panel. 5. For more information about configuring the...
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... The 7. on the TV and the wireless display adapter. 5. NOTE: For more information on your wireless display adapter from support.dell.com. Connect the wireless display adapter to Existing Adapter. Type the security code that wireless is enabled. 3. Turn on the desktop.... To enable wireless display: 1. Select Connect to the TV. Double-click the Intel Wireless Display icon Intel Wireless Display window appears. on your TV, such as HDMI1, HDMI2, or S-Video. 6. Select Scan for Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager from the Detected...
... The 7. on the TV and the wireless display adapter. 5. NOTE: For more information on your wireless display adapter from support.dell.com. Connect the wireless display adapter to Existing Adapter. Type the security code that wireless is enabled. 3. Turn on the desktop.... To enable wireless display: 1. Select Connect to the TV. Double-click the Intel Wireless Display icon Intel Wireless Display window appears. on your TV, such as HDMI1, HDMI2, or S-Video. 6. Select Scan for Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager from the Detected...