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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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You should never put your Dell™ computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a cabinet or drawer when it is powered on. Do not store your computer in an enclosed space, ... source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to accumulate in the air vents. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your computer. Restricting airflow around your Inspiron 1210 laptop and connecting peripherals. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your Inspiron laptop may result in permanent damage to overheat.
You should never put your Dell™ computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a cabinet or drawer when it is powered on. Do not store your computer in an enclosed space, ... source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to accumulate in the air vents. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your computer. Restricting airflow around your Inspiron 1210 laptop and connecting peripherals. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your Inspiron laptop may result in permanent damage to overheat.
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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 Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to the computer and then plug it into a wall outlet or surge protector. CAUTION: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide.
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 Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to the computer and then plug it into a wall outlet or surge protector. CAUTION: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide.
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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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...several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences and setting up an Internet connection. These steps are mandatory and may render your laptop is preconfigured with Windows Vista. NOTICE: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process, doing so may take you requested for...with Ubuntu. The screens will take up Windows Vista for more operating system specific information. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Windows Vista® Setup Your Dell computer is preconfigured with your laptop for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen.
...several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences and setting up an Internet connection. These steps are mandatory and may render your laptop is preconfigured with Windows Vista. NOTICE: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process, doing so may take you requested for...with Ubuntu. The screens will take up Windows Vista for more operating system specific information. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Windows Vista® Setup Your Dell computer is preconfigured with your laptop for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen.
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...connect to check the service status, or try connecting again later. Contact your ISP to the Internet, you get one from the Dell website at www.dell.com. NOTE: Have your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions and see "Setting Up Your Internet Connection in Windows Vista... an ISP, the Connect to the Internet (Optional) NOTE: ISPs (Internet Service Providers) and ISP offerings vary by country. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet wizard can purchase one . NOTE: If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is not a part of your Internet connection...
...connect to check the service status, or try connecting again later. Contact your ISP to the Internet, you get one from the Dell website at www.dell.com. NOTE: Have your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions and see "Setting Up Your Internet Connection in Windows Vista... an ISP, the Connect to the Internet (Optional) NOTE: ISPs (Internet Service Providers) and ISP offerings vary by country. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet wizard can purchase one . NOTE: If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is not a part of your Internet connection...
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.... 11 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 router.
.... 11 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 router.
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... window appears. 4. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. If you do not have an ISP icon on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. 3. 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 following section. 1. b. Save...
... window appears. 4. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. If you do not have an ISP icon on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. 3. 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 following section. 1. b. Save...
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NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP to complete the setup. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 13 Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP. 5.
NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP to complete the setup. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 13 Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP. 5.
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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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Connects to a pair of headphones, or sends audio to a microphone or input signal for use with audio programs. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 4 USB 2.0 connector - Connects to a powered speaker or sound system. 3 Audio In/ Microphone connector - Connects to a network or broadband device. 15 1 - 3-in-1 Media card reader - If ...
Connects to a pair of headphones, or sends audio to a microphone or input signal for use with audio programs. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 4 USB 2.0 connector - Connects to a powered speaker or sound system. 3 Audio In/ Microphone connector - Connects to a network or broadband device. 15 1 - 3-in-1 Media card reader - If ...
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Attaches a commercially available antitheft device to a monitor or projector. 3 AC adapter connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 17 Connects to the computer. Connects to the AC adapter to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 2 VGA connector - 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 - 1 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Connect to power on your computer.
Attaches a commercially available antitheft device to a monitor or projector. 3 AC adapter connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 17 Connects to the computer. Connects to the AC adapter to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 2 VGA connector - 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 - 1 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Connect to power on your computer.
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... sound for this keyboard can be personalized by tapping the surface. 2 Touch pad buttons - Provide left -click by using the system setting utility. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Power indicator light - Turns on and the battery is charging. • Flashing white: The system is in standby mode. • Flashing amber: The battery charge...
... sound for this keyboard can be personalized by tapping the surface. 2 Touch pad buttons - Provide left -click by using the system setting utility. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Power indicator light - Turns on and the battery is charging. • Flashing white: The system is in standby mode. • Flashing amber: The battery charge...
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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 - Indicates when the camera is on selections you made when purchasing your computer. For more information about displays, see the Dell Technology Guide. 20 Your display can vary based on or off. 2 Camera - Built-in camera for video capture, conferencing, and chat. 3 Display -
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Display Features The display panel holds a camera and a camera activity light. 1 2 3 1 Camera activity light - Indicates when the camera is on selections you made when purchasing your computer. For more information about displays, see the Dell Technology Guide. 20 Your display can vary based on or off. 2 Camera - Built-in camera for video capture, conferencing, and chat. 3 Display -
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Slide the battery release latch until it clicks into place. 1 2 21 Do not use a battery purchased from other computers. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. CAUTION: Before removing the battery, shut down ... release latch (2) To remove the battery: 1. To replace the battery, slide it into place. 3. Slide the battery out. This computer should only use batteries from Dell.
Slide the battery release latch until it clicks into place. 1 2 21 Do not use a battery purchased from other computers. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. CAUTION: Before removing the battery, shut down ... release latch (2) To remove the battery: 1. To replace the battery, slide it into place. 3. Slide the battery out. This computer should only use batteries from Dell.
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Check your purchase order for software installed on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Right-click an open the Personalize appearance and sounds window and learn more information about your customization options. Customizing the Desktop... sounds window. Microsoft® Windows Vista® provides three default options: • Balanced - Using Your Inspiron Laptop Software Features NOTE: For more about the features described in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or on your computer. Customizing Your Energy Settings You can use your...
Check your purchase order for software installed on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Right-click an open the Personalize appearance and sounds window and learn more information about your customization options. Customizing the Desktop... sounds window. Microsoft® Windows Vista® provides three default options: • Balanced - Using Your Inspiron Laptop Software Features NOTE: For more about the features described in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or on your computer. Customizing Your Energy Settings You can use your...
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To back up computer. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 3. If you periodically back up Files wizard. Click Back up files or Back up files: 1. Click Continue on Your User Account Control dialog box and ... on page 43. 23 This section provides troubleshooting information for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 29 or "Contacting Dell" on your activity and by maximizing system performance. Backing Up Your Data It is recommended that you can not solve your computer. Click Start →...
To back up computer. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 3. If you periodically back up Files wizard. Click Back up files or Back up files: 1. Click Continue on Your User Account Control dialog box and ... on page 43. 23 This section provides troubleshooting information for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 29 or "Contacting Dell" on your activity and by maximizing system performance. Backing Up Your Data It is recommended that you can not solve your computer. Click Start →...