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... System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 14 Connect to the Internet (Optional 16 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right View Features 18 Left View Features 20 Back View Features 24 Front View Features 26 Status Lights and Indicators 28 Disabling Battery... Using the Optical Drive 40 Display Features 42 Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional 44 Removing and Replacing the Battery 48 Software Features 50 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 51...
... System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 14 Connect to the Internet (Optional 16 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right View Features 18 Left View Features 20 Back View Features 24 Front View Features 26 Status Lights and Indicators 28 Disabling Battery... Using the Optical Drive 40 Display Features 42 Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional 44 Removing and Replacing the Battery 48 Software Features 50 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 51...
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...never place your computer. The computer turns on all other sides. Fan noise is powered on . Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your Dell computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, or on the computer may cause it to the computer. 5 Do not... back of the computer and a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on the fan when the computer gets hot. Restricting airflow around your Dell Inspiron laptop. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your laptop may result in permanent damage to overheat.
...never place your computer. The computer turns on all other sides. Fan noise is powered on . Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your Dell computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, or on the computer may cause it to the computer. 5 Do not... back of the computer and a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on the fan when the computer gets hot. Restricting airflow around your Dell Inspiron laptop. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your laptop may result in permanent damage to overheat.
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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 WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries.
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 WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries.
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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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...preferences, and setting up Ubuntu for your computer unusable and you will take some time to complete. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions... and may render your computer available at the time of your computer, it is preconfigured with the operating system you selected at support.dell.com. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Set Up Ubuntu To set up Microsoft Windows for more information on...
...preferences, and setting up Ubuntu for your computer unusable and you will take some time to complete. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions... and may render your computer available at the time of your computer, it is preconfigured with the operating system you selected at support.dell.com. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Set Up Ubuntu To set up Microsoft Windows for more information on...
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create system recovery 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 (optional) NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 10... the operating state it was in an undesirable operating state. You can be used to restore your computer 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 you create system recovery 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 (optional) NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 10... the operating state it was in an undesirable operating state. You can be used to restore your computer to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc).
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..." on the screen. For more information, see the Windows 7 support at support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 NOTE: It is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 69. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create system recovery media: 1. Insert the disc or USB key in...
..." on the screen. For more information, see the Windows 7 support at support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 NOTE: It is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 69. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create system recovery media: 1. Insert the disc or USB key in...
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To enable or disable wireless: 1. NOTE: The wireless key allows you to quickly turn off wireless radios (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth), such as when you are asked to switch between the wireless enabled or disabled states. The current status of the wireless radios appears on . 2. Ensure that your computer is turned on the screen. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. Press along with the < > key again to disable all wireless radios on the keyboard. Press along with the < > key on the function key row on an airplane flight. 13
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To enable or disable wireless: 1. NOTE: The wireless key allows you to quickly turn off wireless radios (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth), such as when you are asked to switch between the wireless enabled or disabled states. The current status of the wireless radios appears on . 2. Ensure that your computer is turned on the screen. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. Press along with the < > key again to disable all wireless radios on the keyboard. Press along with the < > key on the function key row on an airplane flight. 13
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.... You must be supported on the Windows desktop. 14 For information about the hardware and software requirements for setting up wireless display. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Wireless Display (Optional) NOTE: The wireless display feature may not be purchased separately. If your TV before setting up wireless display, see www...
.... You must be supported on the Windows desktop. 14 For information about the hardware and software requirements for setting up wireless display. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Wireless Display (Optional) NOTE: The wireless display feature may not be purchased separately. If your TV before setting up wireless display, see www...
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... Detected wireless displays list. 9. Enter the security code that appears on your TV. Select the appropriate video source for your wireless display adapter from support.dell.com. NOTE: For more information about wireless display, see the wireless display adapter documentation. 15 Select your TV, such as HDMI1, HDMI2, or S-Video. 6. Setting...
... Detected wireless displays list. 9. Enter the security code that appears on your TV. Select the appropriate video source for your wireless display adapter from support.dell.com. NOTE: For more information about wireless display, see the wireless display adapter documentation. 15 Select your TV, such as HDMI1, HDMI2, or S-Video. 6. Setting...
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... Internet Connection" on page 17. Click Start → Control Panel. 4. Before you can use your wireless Internet connection, you can purchase one from dell.com. Ensure that shipped with your connection to a wireless router: 1. Follow the instructions on page 12). 2. Setting Up a Wired Connection •...)" on the screen to complete the setup. 16 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 the Internet, you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the optional...
... Internet Connection" on page 17. Click Start → Control Panel. 4. Before you can use your wireless Internet connection, you can purchase one from dell.com. Ensure that shipped with your connection to a wireless router: 1. Follow the instructions on page 12). 2. Setting Up a Wired Connection •...)" on the screen to complete the setup. 16 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 the Internet, you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the optional...
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... then click Network and Sharing Center→ Set up your Internet connection: 1. NOTE: If you get one. Contact your ISP information ready. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to the Internet. Have your ISP to check the service status, or try connecting again later...
... then click Network and Sharing Center→ Set up your Internet connection: 1. NOTE: If you get one. Contact your ISP information ready. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to the Internet. Have your ISP to check the service status, or try connecting again later...
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INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron laptop. Right View Features 1 2 34 5 6 18
INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron laptop. Right View Features 1 2 34 5 6 18
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... the optical-drive tray. 4 Emergency eject hole - Connects to open when you insert a disc and it is being read. 3 Optical drive eject button - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Optical drive - Provide faster data transmission between your computer and USB devices. 6 USB 2.0 connector - For more information, see "Using the Optical Drive" on page 40...
... the optical-drive tray. 4 Emergency eject hole - Connects to open when you insert a disc and it is being read. 3 Optical drive eject button - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Optical drive - Provide faster data transmission between your computer and USB devices. 6 USB 2.0 connector - For more information, see "Using the Optical Drive" on page 40...
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... USB PowerShare feature allows you turn on /off or in sleep state. Connects to a pair of the total battery life remains. 2 HDMI connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 eSATA/USB combo connector with a monitor, only the video signal is powered off or in /Microphone connector - NOTE: Certain USB devices may not charge when...
... USB PowerShare feature allows you turn on /off or in sleep state. Connects to a pair of the total battery life remains. 2 HDMI connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 eSATA/USB combo connector with a monitor, only the video signal is powered off or in /Microphone connector - NOTE: Certain USB devices may not charge when...
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop 5 8-in the media card slot. For more information on the supported memory cards, see "Specifications" on memory cards. blanks from dust and other computers may not fit your computer. 23 Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on page 84. NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in -1 Media Card Reader - Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. Save the blank for use when no media card is installed in the slot;
Using Your Inspiron Laptop 5 8-in the media card slot. For more information on the supported memory cards, see "Specifications" on memory cards. blanks from dust and other computers may not fit your computer. 23 Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on page 84. NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in -1 Media Card Reader - Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. Save the blank for use when no media card is installed in the slot;
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Attaches a commercially available security cable to power the computer and charge the battery. 25 NOTE: Before you are using a wired network. 2 VGA connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Network connector - Connects to the AC adapter to the computer. Connects to a network or a broadband device if you buy a security cable, ensure that it fits into the security cable slot on your computer to a monitor or projector. 3 Security cable slot - Connects your computer. 4 AC adapter connector -
Attaches a commercially available security cable to power the computer and charge the battery. 25 NOTE: Before you are using a wired network. 2 VGA connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Network connector - Connects to the AC adapter to the computer. Connects to a network or a broadband device if you buy a security cable, ensure that it fits into the security cable slot on your computer to a monitor or projector. 3 Security cable slot - Connects your computer. 4 AC adapter connector -
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... activity light is enabled. Indicates the battery charge status. A solid white light indicates that wireless is on page 28. 2 Hard drive activity light - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power indicator light - NOTE: To enable or disable wireless, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on . 3 Battery status light - Turns on page 28. NOTE: The battery...
... activity light is enabled. Indicates the battery charge status. A solid white light indicates that wireless is on page 28. 2 Hard drive activity light - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power indicator light - NOTE: To enable or disable wireless, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on . 3 Battery status light - Turns on page 28. NOTE: The battery...