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Contents Finding Information 9 1 A Tour of Your Computer Front View 11 Left View 15 Right View 16 Back View 17 Bottom View 20 2 Setting Up Your Computer Connecting to the Internet 21 Setting Up Your Internet Connection 21 Modem and Internet Connection Problems 22 Setting Up a Printer 23 Printer Cable 23 Connecting a USB Printer 23 Printer Problems 24 Setting Up the Docking Device to Connect to a Network 25 Power Protection Devices 25 Surge Protectors 25 Line Conditioners 25 Uninterruptible Power Supplies 26 Turning Off Your Computer 26 Contents 3
Contents Finding Information 9 1 A Tour of Your Computer Front View 11 Left View 15 Right View 16 Back View 17 Bottom View 20 2 Setting Up Your Computer Connecting to the Internet 21 Setting Up Your Internet Connection 21 Modem and Internet Connection Problems 22 Setting Up a Printer 23 Printer Cable 23 Connecting a USB Printer 23 Printer Problems 24 Setting Up the Docking Device to Connect to a Network 25 Power Protection Devices 25 Surge Protectors 25 Line Conditioners 25 Uninterruptible Power Supplies 26 Turning Off Your Computer 26 Contents 3
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... 27 Battery Performance 27 Checking the Battery Charge 28 Charging the Battery 29 Removing a Battery 30 Installing a Battery 30 Storing a Battery 31 Power Problems 31 About the Module Bay 31 Checking the Charge on the Second Battery 32 Removing and Installing Devices While the Computer Is Turned Off... 40 System Functions 40 Battery 40 CD or DVD Tray 40 Display Functions 40 Radios (Including Wireless Networking and Bluetooth 40 Power Management 41 Speaker Functions 41 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions 41 Touch Pad 42 Customizing the Touch Pad 43 4 Contents
... 27 Battery Performance 27 Checking the Battery Charge 28 Charging the Battery 29 Removing a Battery 30 Installing a Battery 30 Storing a Battery 31 Power Problems 31 About the Module Bay 31 Checking the Charge on the Second Battery 32 Removing and Installing Devices While the Computer Is Turned Off... 40 System Functions 40 Battery 40 CD or DVD Tray 40 Display Functions 40 Radios (Including Wireless Networking and Bluetooth 40 Power Management 41 Speaker Functions 41 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions 41 Touch Pad 42 Customizing the Touch Pad 43 4 Contents
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D I S P L A Y L A T C H - To access the help file, see the Dell Inspiron help file. For more information about your computer by performing a Microsoft® Windows® shutdown rather than by pressing the power button. P O W E R B U T T O N - NOTICE: To avoid losing data, turn on the computer or to turn off completely (... Computer Front View keyboard status lights display latch display mute button volume control buttons touch pad buttons power button device status lights keyboard media control buttons touch pad display latch button speakers D I S P L A Y - Press the...
D I S P L A Y L A T C H - To access the help file, see the Dell Inspiron help file. For more information about your computer by performing a Microsoft® Windows® shutdown rather than by pressing the power button. P O W E R B U T T O N - NOTICE: To avoid losing data, turn on the computer or to turn off completely (... Computer Front View keyboard status lights display latch display mute button volume control buttons touch pad buttons power button device status lights keyboard media control buttons touch pad display latch button speakers D I S P L A Y - Press the...
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...computer and blinks when the computer is flashing. If it is off the computer while the light is in your computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS Turns on when you turn off only the Bluetooth functionality, right-click the the system tray and select ...on when Bluetooth® wireless technology is an optional feature, so the light turns on only if you may not have a battery in a power management mode. NOTE: Bluetooth is enabled. For more information, see the documentation that came with your Bluetooth technology products. Turns on steadily or blinks...
...computer and blinks when the computer is flashing. If it is off the computer while the light is in your computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS Turns on when you turn off only the Bluetooth functionality, right-click the the system tray and select ...on when Bluetooth® wireless technology is an optional feature, so the light turns on only if you may not have a battery in a power management mode. NOTE: Bluetooth is enabled. For more information, see the documentation that came with your Bluetooth technology products. Turns on steadily or blinks...
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To access the help file, see the Dell Inspiron help file. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to the DC power required by the computer. NOTE: The computer turns on using the modem, see the online modem documentation ... the computer or cause a fire. NOTICE: When you disconnect the AC adapter cable from overheating. A I R V E N T S - A C A D A P T E R C O N N E C T O R - However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Fan noise is running. Do not store your computer in the air vents. The computer uses an internal fan to...
To access the help file, see the Dell Inspiron help file. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to the DC power required by the computer. NOTE: The computer turns on using the modem, see the online modem documentation ... the computer or cause a fire. NOTICE: When you disconnect the AC adapter cable from overheating. A I R V E N T S - A C A D A P T E R C O N N E C T O R - However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Fan noise is running. Do not store your computer in the air vents. The computer uses an internal fan to...
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...telephone line from the telephone wall jack and disconnect your computer from the network wall jack during electrical storms or following power interruptions. See the surge protector documentation for modem protection. The level of protection is complete. Compare joule ratings to ...your portable computer into a desktop environment. NOTICE: Most surge protectors do not protect against power interruptions. NOTICE: Not all surge protectors offer network adapter protection. Setting Up Your Computer 25 Some surge protector manufacturers include ...
...telephone line from the telephone wall jack and disconnect your computer from the network wall jack during electrical storms or following power interruptions. See the surge protector documentation for modem protection. The level of protection is complete. Compare joule ratings to ...your portable computer into a desktop environment. NOTICE: Most surge protectors do not protect against power interruptions. NOTICE: Not all surge protectors offer network adapter protection. Setting Up Your Computer 25 Some surge protector manufacturers include ...
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... process finishes. 26 Setting Up Your Computer Connect other devices, such as described next, rather than by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). www.dell.com | support.dell.com Uninterruptible Power Supplies NOTICE: Loss of power while data is available. NOTE: As an alternative to turning off your computer, you can set your computer to the hard...
... process finishes. 26 Setting Up Your Computer Connect other devices, such as described next, rather than by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). www.dell.com | support.dell.com Uninterruptible Power Supplies NOTICE: Loss of power while data is available. NOTE: As an alternative to turning off your computer, you can set your computer to the hard...
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...may expect from 3 to 4 hours from a single fully charged battery. One battery is recommended that came with your graphics card. The Dell D/Bay does not support a second battery. You can check the battery charge before you insert the battery into the computer. Using Batteries ...• Using wireless communications devices, PC Cards, or USB devices • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other power-intensive programs such as standard equipment in your computer. Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices Using a Battery CAUTION: Before performing any of your...
...may expect from 3 to 4 hours from a single fully charged battery. One battery is recommended that came with your graphics card. The Dell D/Bay does not support a second battery. You can check the battery charge before you insert the battery into the computer. Using Batteries ...• Using wireless communications devices, PC Cards, or USB devices • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other power-intensive programs such as standard equipment in your computer. Using Batteries and Module Bay Devices Using a Battery CAUTION: Before performing any of your...
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...an electrical outlet and running on AC power. • The battery is charging. • The computer or docking device is recommended that you connect your Dell™ computer. Damaged batteries may increase the risk of fire or explosion. Dell QuickSet Battery Meter Press to temperatures ... call your computer. Keep the battery away from other computers with household waste. Checking the Battery Charge The Dell QuickSet battery meter, Microsoft® Windows® power meter window and icon, the battery charge gauge, and the low-battery warning provide information on the second ...
...an electrical outlet and running on AC power. • The battery is charging. • The computer or docking device is recommended that you connect your Dell™ computer. Damaged batteries may increase the risk of fire or explosion. Dell QuickSet Battery Meter Press to temperatures ... call your computer. Keep the battery away from other computers with household waste. Checking the Battery Charge The Dell QuickSet battery meter, Microsoft® Windows® power meter window and icon, the battery charge gauge, and the low-battery warning provide information on the second ...
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... the battery charge is connected to an electrical outlet or install a battery while the computer is approximately 90 percent depleted. To check the power meter, double-click the icon on the battery charge gauge to an electrical outlet, or install a second battery in good condition, and .... For more than 60 percent of both batteries is longer with the computer turned off. If two batteries are on the Power Meter tab, see the Dell Inspiron help file. For example, if the battery has 80 percent of charge and discharge cycles, batteries lose some charge capacity, ...
... the battery charge is connected to an electrical outlet or install a battery while the computer is approximately 90 percent depleted. To check the power meter, double-click the icon on the battery charge gauge to an electrical outlet, or install a second battery in good condition, and .... For more than 60 percent of both batteries is longer with the computer turned off. If two batteries are on the Power Meter tab, see the Dell Inspiron help file. For example, if the battery has 80 percent of charge and discharge cycles, batteries lose some charge capacity, ...
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... orange, the battery is off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances. See the Dell Inspiron help file, see page 100). To access the help file or search for an extended period of time. Power Problems C H E C K T H E P O W E R L I E S - If the light is too hot to turn on the computer. The battery charge may...
... orange, the battery is off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances. See the Dell Inspiron help file, see page 100). To access the help file or search for an extended period of time. Power Problems C H E C K T H E P O W E R L I E S - If the light is too hot to turn on the computer. The battery charge may...
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Speaker Functions If no sound comes from the speakers, press and adjust the volume. Power Management Activates the power management mode of the integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached Enables and disables the integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached Microsoft® Windows... integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached Decreases the volume of your choice. You can program this keyboard shortcut on the Advanced tab in the Power Options Properties window.
Speaker Functions If no sound comes from the speakers, press and adjust the volume. Power Management Activates the power management mode of the integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached Enables and disables the integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached Microsoft® Windows... integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached Decreases the volume of your choice. You can program this keyboard shortcut on the Advanced tab in the Power Options Properties window.
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See page 31. Get technical assistance from standby mode. Solving Problems 59 See the Dell Inspiron help file (see the device documentation or contact the manufacturer. NOTE: If you have a problem with an external device, see page 61) for answers. Press the power button to your questions. See page 100. ® See page 61. Solving Problems Finding Solutions Sometimes it's difficult to figure out where to go for more information on standby mode. Use this chart to quickly find the answers to resume from Dell.
See page 31. Get technical assistance from standby mode. Solving Problems 59 See the Dell Inspiron help file (see the device documentation or contact the manufacturer. NOTE: If you have a problem with an external device, see page 61) for answers. Press the power button to your questions. See page 100. ® See page 61. Solving Problems Finding Solutions Sometimes it's difficult to figure out where to go for more information on standby mode. Use this chart to quickly find the answers to resume from Dell.
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... . 62 Solving Problems TE S T T H E E L E C T R I R E D . If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that you want to exit standby mode. www.dell.com | support.dell.com A R E Q U I C A L O U T L E T - The program that it is working by testing it is missing an essential file. Insert a disk into the drive and... try again. If you are using the AC adapter, and turn off , press the power button. • If the light is on...
... . 62 Solving Problems TE S T T H E E L E C T R I R E D . If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that you want to exit standby mode. www.dell.com | support.dell.com A R E Q U I C A L O U T L E T - The program that it is working by testing it is missing an essential file. Insert a disk into the drive and... try again. If you are using the AC adapter, and turn off , press the power button. • If the light is on...
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...access the help file, see page 61. Search for Color quality and Screen resolution. See the Dell Inspiron help file for instructions on accessing help file, see page 61. If an error message appears... to an external monitor, press to switch the video image to verify that the computer turns on. For instructions on adjusting the brightness. Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to the display. Eliminate sunlight glare, which can cause poor picture quality. C O N N E C T T H E C O M P U T E R D I R E C T L Y T O A N E L E C T R I M ...
...access the help file, see page 61. Search for Color quality and Screen resolution. See the Dell Inspiron help file for instructions on accessing help file, see page 61. If an error message appears... to an external monitor, press to switch the video image to verify that the computer turns on. For instructions on adjusting the brightness. Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to the display. Eliminate sunlight glare, which can cause poor picture quality. C O N N E C T T H E C O M P U T E R D I R E C T L Y T O A N E L E C T R I M ...
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... is firmly connected to a working electrical power source and that the scanner cable is firmly connected to the computer and to the scanner. Ensure that the ... files to a floppy drive E N S U R E T H A T W I N D O W S ® R E C O G N I Z E S T H E D R I O N - Verify that your scanner is unlocked if it has a locking tab or button. C H E C K T H E S C A N N E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I V E R - www.dell.com | support.dell.com If only part of the display is readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR - 1 Turn off your antivirus software to check for instructions. Viruses can...
... is firmly connected to a working electrical power source and that the scanner cable is firmly connected to the computer and to the scanner. Ensure that the ... files to a floppy drive E N S U R E T H A T W I N D O W S ® R E C O G N I Z E S T H E D R I O N - Verify that your scanner is unlocked if it has a locking tab or button. C H E C K T H E S C A N N E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I V E R - www.dell.com | support.dell.com If only part of the display is readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR - 1 Turn off your antivirus software to check for instructions. Viruses can...
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... documentation. With the Outlook Express e-mail program open, click File. Solving Problems 67 Use the utmost caution when removing wet cables from a live power source. 1 Shut down the computer (see page 87). If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, it is recommended that it is no...AC adapter from the computer, and then disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet. 2 Turn off the battery and put them from their power sources and then from the electrical outlet. Look up the message and take the appropriate action. If Work Offline has a check mark next ...
... documentation. With the Outlook Express e-mail program open, click File. Solving Problems 67 Use the utmost caution when removing wet cables from a live power source. 1 Shut down the computer (see page 87). If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, it is recommended that it is no...AC adapter from the computer, and then disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet. 2 Turn off the battery and put them from their power sources and then from the electrical outlet. Look up the message and take the appropriate action. If Work Offline has a check mark next ...
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...cover, and the screw(s). 12 Replace the hard drive. 13 Replace the module bay device and any attached external devices, and disconnect them from their power sources and then from the computer. 4 Remove and reinstall the battery. 5 Turn on the computer and verify that the computer is working properly. If...area at room temperature. If the computer does not start , or if you removed. 14 Replace the battery. 15 Turn on the computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 8 Remove the memory module(s) (see page 77). 9 Open the display and place the computer right-side up across two books or similar...
...cover, and the screw(s). 12 Replace the hard drive. 13 Replace the module bay device and any attached external devices, and disconnect them from their power sources and then from the computer. 4 Remove and reinstall the battery. 5 Turn on the computer and verify that the computer is working properly. If...area at room temperature. If the computer does not start , or if you removed. 14 Replace the battery. 15 Turn on the computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 8 Remove the memory module(s) (see page 77). 9 Open the display and place the computer right-side up across two books or similar...
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...; 0.016 inch) 19.05 mm ± 0.3 mm (0.75 inch ± 0.012 inch) QWERTY/AZERTY/Kanji 92 Appendix www.dell.com | support.dell.com Display Type (active-matrix TFT) Dimensions: Height Width Diagonal Maximum resolutions Response time (typical) Refresh rate Operating angle Viewing angles: ...Horizontal Vertical Pixel pitch Power Consumption: Panel with backlight (typical) Controls Keyboard Number of keys Key travel Key ...
...; 0.016 inch) 19.05 mm ± 0.3 mm (0.75 inch ± 0.012 inch) QWERTY/AZERTY/Kanji 92 Appendix www.dell.com | support.dell.com Display Type (active-matrix TFT) Dimensions: Height Width Diagonal Maximum resolutions Response time (typical) Refresh rate Operating angle Viewing angles: ...Horizontal Vertical Pixel pitch Power Consumption: Panel with backlight (typical) Controls Keyboard Number of keys Key travel Key ...
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can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions 300 discharge/charge cycles 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) -40° to 65°C (-40° to 4 hours; Touch ...
can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions 300 discharge/charge cycles 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) -40° to 65°C (-40° to 4 hours; Touch ...