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... (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Microsoft® Windows® XP Setup 9 Ubuntu® Setup 9 Enable or Disable Wireless 9 Connect to the Internet (Optional 10 Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 14 Right Side Features 14 Left Side Features 16 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 18 Touch Pad Gestures 20 Display Features 22 Removing and... 24 Software Features 26 Solving Problems 28 Network Problems 28 Power Problems 30 Memory Problems 31 Lockups and Software Problems 32 Using Support Tools 34 Dell Support Center 34 System Messages 35 Hardware Troubleshooter 36...
... (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Microsoft® Windows® XP Setup 9 Ubuntu® Setup 9 Enable or Disable Wireless 9 Connect to the Internet (Optional 10 Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 14 Right Side Features 14 Left Side Features 16 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 18 Touch Pad Gestures 20 Display Features 22 Removing and... 24 Software Features 26 Solving Problems 28 Network Problems 28 Power Problems 30 Memory Problems 31 Lockups and Software Problems 32 Using Support Tools 34 Dell Support Center 34 System Messages 35 Hardware Troubleshooter 36...
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... damage to place your Dell™ computer in an enclosed space, such as a cabinet or drawer when it is powered on the fan when the computer gets hot. Restricting airflow around your Inspiron Mini 10 and connecting peripherals. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 This section provides information about setting up your Inspiron Mini 10 may result in the...
... damage to place your Dell™ computer in an enclosed space, such as a cabinet or drawer when it is powered on the fan when the computer gets hot. Restricting airflow around your Inspiron Mini 10 and connecting peripherals. INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 This section provides information about setting up your Inspiron Mini 10 may result in the...
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Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6 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 a wall outlet or surge protector. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide.
Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6 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 a wall outlet or surge protector. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide.
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Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 7 Connect the Network Cable (Optional) To use a wired network connection, connect the network cable.
Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 7 Connect the Network Cable (Optional) To use a wired network connection, connect the network cable.
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... take up an Internet connection. To turn off all radios. 9 Click OK. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer unusable. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Microsoft® Windows® XP Setup If you ordered Windows XP operating system with your computer, it is already configured.
... take up an Internet connection. To turn off all radios. 9 Click OK. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer unusable. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Microsoft® Windows® XP Setup If you ordered Windows XP operating system with your computer, it is already configured.
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... If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Connect to the Internet, you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP). NOTE: If an external USB...) and to the telephone wall jack before you set up your Internet connection. • If you can purchase one from the Dell website at www.dell.com. To complete setting up your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in "Setting Up Your Internet Connection" on page 11...
... If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Connect to the Internet, you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP). NOTE: If an external USB...) and to the telephone wall jack before you set up your Internet connection. • If you can purchase one from the Dell website at www.dell.com. To complete setting up your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in "Setting Up Your Internet Connection" on page 11...
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Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Setting Up a Wireless Connection NOTE: To set up an Internet connection, perform the steps in the following section. 1. Under Network and Internet Connections, select Wireless Network Setup Wizard. 4. Double-click the ISP icon on your desktop or if you want to set your Dell™ computer to a wireless...
Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Setting Up a Wireless Connection NOTE: To set up an Internet connection, perform the steps in the following section. 1. Under Network and Internet Connections, select Wireless Network Setup Wizard. 4. Double-click the ISP icon on your desktop or if you want to set your Dell™ computer to a wireless...
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... Click Setup. The New Connection Wizard appears. 5. Click Start→ Control Panel. 3. Click Connect to the Windows Classic view. 1. Click Next. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 NOTE: The following steps were written for the procedures that involve discs. 7. Otherwise, follow the instructions on the screen to select, contact your ISP but... Connection. 4. In the next window, click the appropriate option: --If you do not know which type of Internet service providers (ISPs). --If you set your Dell™ computer to the Internet. 6. Save and close any open programs. 2.
... Click Setup. The New Connection Wizard appears. 5. Click Start→ Control Panel. 3. Click Connect to the Windows Classic view. 1. Click Next. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 NOTE: The following steps were written for the procedures that involve discs. 7. Otherwise, follow the instructions on the screen to select, contact your ISP but... Connection. 4. In the next window, click the appropriate option: --If you do not know which type of Internet service providers (ISPs). --If you set your Dell™ computer to the Internet. 6. Save and close any open programs. 2.
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Use the setup information provided by your ISP to the Internet?, and click Next. 9. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 13 8. Click the appropriate option under How do you want to connect to complete the setup.
Use the setup information provided by your ISP to the Internet?, and click Next. 9. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 13 8. Click the appropriate option under How do you want to connect to complete the setup.
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The connectors on your computer provide the option of attaching additional devices. INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Your Inspiron Mini 10 has indicators and buttons that provide information and enable you to perform common tasks. Right Side Features 12 3 4 5 14
The connectors on your computer provide the option of attaching additional devices. INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Your Inspiron Mini 10 has indicators and buttons that provide information and enable you to perform common tasks. Right Side Features 12 3 4 5 14
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... to a microphone or input signal for USB devices that require more power. Connects to a powered speaker or sound system. 2 Audio in/Microphone connector - Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 15 1 Audio out/Headphone connector - This connector can be used for use with audio programs. 3 Power USB connector - Connects to a pair of headphones, or...
... to a microphone or input signal for USB devices that require more power. Connects to a powered speaker or sound system. 2 Audio in/Microphone connector - Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 15 1 Audio out/Headphone connector - This connector can be used for use with audio programs. 3 Power USB connector - Connects to a pair of headphones, or...
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.... 1 Security cable slot - Connects to power the computer and charge the battery. 3 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Provides a fast and convenient way to the computer. Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 4 3-in-1 Media Card Reader - Attaches a commercially available antitheft device to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on your computer. 2 AC adapter...
.... 1 Security cable slot - Connects to power the computer and charge the battery. 3 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Provides a fast and convenient way to the computer. Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 4 3-in-1 Media Card Reader - Attaches a commercially available antitheft device to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on your computer. 2 AC adapter...
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... of a mouse. 4 Touch pad buttons (2) - Settings for this keyboard can be personalized by using the computer with: an AC adapter • Solid white - Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 2 Keyboard -
... of a mouse. 4 Touch pad buttons (2) - Settings for this keyboard can be personalized by using the computer with: an AC adapter • Solid white - Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 2 Keyboard -
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... the vertical scroll zone (extreme right of the touch pad) to scroll right or left . 20 Allows you to scroll through content. Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Touch Pad Gestures Scroll Allows you to scroll up and down, or right and left. The scroll feature includes: Traditional Scroll - To scroll right and...
... the vertical scroll zone (extreme right of the touch pad) to scroll right or left . 20 Allows you to scroll through content. Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Touch Pad Gestures Scroll Allows you to scroll up and down, or right and left. The scroll feature includes: Traditional Scroll - To scroll right and...
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1 Microphone - Built-in camera for audio chatting and voice recording. 2 Camera activity light - Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 23 Your display can vary based on or off. 3 Camera - For more information about displays, see the Dell Technology Guide. Provides quality sound for video capture, conferencing, and chat. 4 Display - Indicates if the camera is on selections you made when purchasing your computer.
1 Microphone - Built-in camera for audio chatting and voice recording. 2 Camera activity light - Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 23 Your display can vary based on or off. 3 Camera - For more information about displays, see the Dell Technology Guide. Provides quality sound for video capture, conferencing, and chat. 4 Display - Indicates if the camera is on selections you made when purchasing your computer.
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To remove the battery: 1. This computer should only use batteries from Dell. Shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 1 Battery 2 Battery release latch 3 Battery lock latch WARNING: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of the battery bay. Slide the battery release latch...
To remove the battery: 1. This computer should only use batteries from Dell. Shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 1 Battery 2 Battery release latch 3 Battery lock latch WARNING: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of the battery bay. Slide the battery release latch...
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... can use your computer. After connecting to create presentations, brochures, greeting cards, fliers, and spreadsheets depending on the applications installed in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide on your computer. Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Software Features NOTE: For more information about the features described in your hard drive or on the...
... can use your computer. After connecting to create presentations, brochures, greeting cards, fliers, and spreadsheets depending on the applications installed in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide on your computer. Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Software Features NOTE: For more information about the features described in your hard drive or on the...