Setup Guide
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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 8 Set Up the Operating System 9 Install ... 17 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right Side Features 18 Left Side Features 20 Back Side Features 22 Computer Base Features 24 Touch Pad Gestures 27 Display Features 28 Removing and Replacing the Battery 30 Software Features 32 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 35 Dell Dock 36 Solving Problems 37 Beep Codes 37 Network Problems 38...
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 8 Set Up the Operating System 9 Install ... 17 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right Side Features 18 Left Side Features 20 Back Side Features 22 Computer Base Features 24 Touch Pad Gestures 27 Display Features 28 Removing and Replacing the Battery 30 Software Features 32 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 35 Dell Dock 36 Solving Problems 37 Beep Codes 37 Network Problems 38...
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INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 43 or "Contacting Dell" on page 64). If this occurs, write down the beep code and contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell...the memory module is seated properly. Beep Codes Your computer might emit a series of beeps during start-up if there are errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. NOTE: To replace parts, see "Contacting Dell" on page 64. Possible motherboard ...
INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 43 or "Contacting Dell" on page 64). If this occurs, write down the beep code and contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell...the memory module is seated properly. Beep Codes Your computer might emit a series of beeps during start-up if there are errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. NOTE: To replace parts, see "Contacting Dell" on page 64. Possible motherboard ...
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... available. If possible, turn on the back or bottom of the computer): • Express Service Code: • Return Material Authorization Number (if provided by Dell support technician): • Operating system and version: • Devices: • Expansion cards: •...computer itself. Yes /No • Network, version, and network adapter: • Programs and versions: See your computer before calling Dell. • Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: • Description of the computer's start-up files. Diagnostic Checklist • Name: • Date: • Address: ...
... available. If possible, turn on the back or bottom of the computer): • Express Service Code: • Return Material Authorization Number (if provided by Dell support technician): • Operating system and version: • Devices: • Expansion cards: •...computer itself. Yes /No • Network, version, and network adapter: • Programs and versions: See your computer before calling Dell. • Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: • Description of the computer's start-up files. Diagnostic Checklist • Name: • Date: • Address: ...