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Contents Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button ... (Optional 14 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 16 Connect to the Internet (Optional 18 Install Software Using Dell Digital Delivery 22 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 24 Right View Features 24 Left View Features 26 Back View Features 28 Front View Features 29 Status Lights... the Optical Drive 38 Display Features 40 Removing and Replacing the Battery 42 Software Features 44 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 45...
Contents Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button ... (Optional 14 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 16 Connect to the Internet (Optional 18 Install Software Using Dell Digital Delivery 22 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 24 Right View Features 24 Left View Features 26 Back View Features 28 Front View Features 29 Status Lights... the Optical Drive 38 Display Features 40 Removing and Replacing the Battery 42 Software Features 44 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 45...
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... overheat. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire. Fan noise is powered on . INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your computer. You should never place your Inspiron laptop may result in a low-airflow environment, such as a cabinet or drawer when it is powered on . Restricting....2 cm (4 inches) at the back of the computer and a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on the fan when the computer gets hot. Do not place your Dell™ computer in permanent damage to place your Inspiron laptop.
... overheat. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire. Fan noise is powered on . INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your computer. You should never place your Inspiron laptop may result in a low-airflow environment, such as a cabinet or drawer when it is powered on . Restricting....2 cm (4 inches) at the back of the computer and a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on the fan when the computer gets hot. Do not place your Dell™ computer in permanent damage to place your Inspiron laptop.
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WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. 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. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. 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. 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. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6
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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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... are mandatory and may render your computer unusable and you will take some time to reinstall the operating system. 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 your computer available at the time of your...
... are mandatory and may render your computer unusable and you will take some time to reinstall the operating system. 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 your computer available at the time of your...
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The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). You will require the following to the hardware, software, ... up Microsoft Windows. You can be used to restore your computer to the operating state it was in an undesirable operating state. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create a system recovery media as soon as you purchased the computer, while...
The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). You will require the following to the hardware, software, ... up Microsoft Windows. You can be used to restore your computer to the operating state it was in an undesirable operating state. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create a system recovery media as soon as you purchased the computer, while...
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Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 66. 11 Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 6). 2. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 66. 11 Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 6). 2. Follow the instructions on the screen.
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... if you are using an EVDO card to the Internet. Replace the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 42). 5. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) CAUTION: Do not insert a SIM card into the SIM card slot. 4. To access the Internet you have not purchased a computer...
... if you are using an EVDO card to the Internet. Replace the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 42). 5. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) CAUTION: Do not insert a SIM card into the SIM card slot. 4. To access the Internet you have not purchased a computer...
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... of purchase. Ensure that your computer only if you are asked to turn off all wireless radios on an airplane flight. 15 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop NOTE: The wireless feature is available on your computer is turned on. 2.
... of purchase. Ensure that your computer only if you are asked to turn off all wireless radios on an airplane flight. 15 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop NOTE: The wireless feature is available on your computer is turned on. 2.
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Wireless Display (Optional) NOTE: The wireless display feature may not be supported on the TV. 5. NOTE: The wireless display adapter does not ship ...
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Wireless Display (Optional) NOTE: The wireless display feature may not be supported on the TV. 5. NOTE: The wireless display adapter does not ship ...
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... icon on the desktop. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 17 NOTE: To download and install the latest driver for "Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager," go to Existing Adapter. NOTE: For more information about wireless display, see the wireless display adapter documentation. Select Connect to support.dell.com/support/downloads. The Intel Wireless Display...
... icon on the desktop. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 17 NOTE: To download and install the latest driver for "Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager," go to Existing Adapter. NOTE: For more information about wireless display, see the wireless display adapter documentation. Select Connect to support.dell.com/support/downloads. The Intel Wireless Display...
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...dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the optional external USB modem and to the Internet, you can purchase one from the Dell website at www.dell.com. Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your original order,... you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To...
...dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the optional external USB modem and to the Internet, you can purchase one from the Dell website at www.dell.com. Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your original order,... you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To...
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... Connection NOTE: To set up your wireless router, see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on page 14). 2. Ensure that shipped with your router. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Windows® 7 1. Follow the instructions on the screen to a wireless router: Windows Vista® 1. In the search box, type network, and then click Network and...
... Connection NOTE: To set up your wireless router, see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on page 14). 2. Ensure that shipped with your router. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Windows® 7 1. Follow the instructions on the screen to a wireless router: Windows Vista® 1. In the search box, type network, and then click Network and...
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.... 2. NOTE: If you do not have an ISP, the Connect to the Internet but have successfully connected in your ISP information ready. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up Your Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by your ISP to complete the setup. 20 Contact your ISP to select, click Help...
.... 2. NOTE: If you do not have an ISP, the Connect to the Internet but have successfully connected in your ISP information ready. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up Your Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by your ISP to complete the setup. 20 Contact your ISP to select, click Help...
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Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. In the search box, type network, and then click Network and Sharing Center→ Set up a new connection or network→ Connect to the Internet window appears. NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP to complete the setup. The Connect to the Internet. Windows® 7 1. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 21 Click Start → Control Panel. 3.
Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. In the search box, type network, and then click Network and Sharing Center→ Set up a new connection or network→ Connect to the Internet window appears. NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP to complete the setup. The Connect to the Internet. Windows® 7 1. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 21 Click Start → Control Panel. 3.
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... Delivery application. You do not need to the Internet after restarting your software. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install Software Using Dell Digital Delivery NOTE: Dell Digital Delivery may not be available in the notification area of the software you can also postpone downloads to a more convenient time or reinstall your ...
... Delivery application. You do not need to the Internet after restarting your software. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install Software Using Dell Digital Delivery NOTE: Dell Digital Delivery may not be available in the notification area of the software you can also postpone downloads to a more convenient time or reinstall your ...
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 23 Follow the instructions on the number of the download varies depending on the screen. Ensure that you to the Internet (Optional)" on page 18). 2. After the software installation is completed in a few minutes. In the Dell Digital Delivery window, ...click Download Now. 3. In most cases, the software download is complete, the Dell Digital Delivery application notifies and prompts you are connected to the Internet (see "Connect...
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 23 Follow the instructions on the number of the download varies depending on the screen. Ensure that you to the Internet (Optional)" on page 18). 2. After the software installation is completed in a few minutes. In the Dell Digital Delivery window, ...click Download Now. 3. In most cases, the software download is complete, the Dell Digital Delivery application notifies and prompts you are connected to the Internet (see "Connect...
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Right View Features 1 2 34 5 67 24 INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron laptop.
Right View Features 1 2 34 5 67 24 INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron laptop.