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 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Set ... Using the Optical Drive 42 Display Features 44 Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional 46 Removing and Replacing the Battery 50 Software Features 52 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 53...
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 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Set ... Using the Optical Drive 42 Display Features 44 Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional 46 Removing and Replacing the Battery 50 Software Features 52 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 53...
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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. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6 However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. 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. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6 However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide.
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Attaches a commercially available security cable to power the computer and charge the battery. 29 NOTE: Before you are using a wired network. 2 USB 3.0 connector - Connects to the AC adapter to the computer. Connects your computer to a network or broadband device if you buy a security cable, ensure that it fits into the security cable slot on your computer and USB devices. 3 Security cable slot - Provides faster data transmission between your computer. 4 AC adapter connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Network connector -
Attaches a commercially available security cable to power the computer and charge the battery. 29 NOTE: Before you are using a wired network. 2 USB 3.0 connector - Connects to the AC adapter to the computer. Connects your computer to a network or broadband device if you buy a security cable, ensure that it fits into the security cable slot on your computer and USB devices. 3 Security cable slot - Provides faster data transmission between your computer. 4 AC adapter connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Network connector -
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... and Indicators" on when wireless is powered using the AC adapter. 4 Wireless status light - Indicates the battery charge status. For more information on the power indicator light, see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on when the computer reads or writes data. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power indicator light - Indicates the power states. NOTE: The battery is charging...
... and Indicators" on when wireless is powered using the AC adapter. 4 Wireless status light - Indicates the battery charge status. For more information on the power indicator light, see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on when the computer reads or writes data. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power indicator light - Indicates the power states. NOTE: The battery is charging...
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop Status Lights and Indicators Battery Status Light AC adapter Battery Indicator light status solid white off solid amber off Computer state(s) on/standby/off/ hibernate on/standby/off/ hibernate on/standby on/standby/off/ hibernate Battery charge status charging fully charged low battery (
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Status Lights and Indicators Battery Status Light AC adapter Battery Indicator light status solid white off solid amber off Computer state(s) on/standby/off/ hibernate on/standby/off/ hibernate on/standby on/standby/off/ hibernate Battery charge status charging fully charged low battery (
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...8226; Check your wireless router to ensure it is powered on and connected to your data source (cable modem or network hub). • Check if wireless is plugged in hibernate mode. • Reseat the AC adapter cable into the AC adapter, and to the electrical outlet. 57 The network ...cable is off or in and not damaged. Power Problems If the power light is loose or damaged. Wired Connections If the wired network connection is...
...8226; Check your wireless router to ensure it is powered on and connected to your data source (cable modem or network hub). • Check if wireless is plugged in hibernate mode. • Reseat the AC adapter cable into the AC adapter, and to the electrical outlet. 57 The network ...cable is off or in and not damaged. Power Problems If the power light is loose or damaged. Wired Connections If the wired network connection is...
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...Too many devices connected to a power strip. • Multiple power strips connected to resume normal operation. • If the display is on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 82). 58 If the power light is not responding - If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that ...the light on the AC adapter is not responding, press the power button until the computer turns off and then ...
...Too many devices connected to a power strip. • Multiple power strips connected to resume normal operation. • If the display is on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 82). 58 If the power light is not responding - If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that ...the light on the AC adapter is not responding, press the power button until the computer turns off and then ...
Setup Guide
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... computer. Input voltage 100-240 VAC Input current (maximum) Input frequency 1.50 A/1.60 A/1.70 A 50-60 Hz Output power 65 W/90 W Output current: 65 W 3.34 A 90 W 4.62 A Rated output voltage 19.5 VDC AC Adapter Temperature range: Operating Storage 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F) -40° to 70°....80 mm (1.20 inches to 1.29 inches) 343.00 mm (13.50 inches) 245.80 mm (9.68 inches) 2.27 kg (5.01 lb) 92 Specifications AC Adapter NOTE: Use only AC adapters specified for use with your computer.
... computer. Input voltage 100-240 VAC Input current (maximum) Input frequency 1.50 A/1.60 A/1.70 A 50-60 Hz Output power 65 W/90 W Output current: 65 W 3.34 A 90 W 4.62 A Rated output voltage 19.5 VDC AC Adapter Temperature range: Operating Storage 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F) -40° to 70°....80 mm (1.20 inches to 1.29 inches) 343.00 mm (13.50 inches) 245.80 mm (9.68 inches) 2.27 kg (5.01 lb) 92 Specifications AC Adapter NOTE: Use only AC adapters specified for use with your computer.
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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 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Set ... Using the Optical Drive 42 Display Features 44 Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional 46 Removing and Replacing the Battery 50 Software Features 52 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 53...
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 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Set ... Using the Optical Drive 42 Display Features 44 Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional 46 Removing and Replacing the Battery 50 Software Features 52 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 53...
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 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 an electrical outlet or surge protector. WARNING: 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 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 an electrical outlet or surge protector. WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries.
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NOTE: Before you are using a wired network. 2 USB 3.0 connector - Attaches a commercially available security cable to power the computer and charge the battery. 29 Connects your computer to a network or broadband device if you buy a security cable, ensure that it fits into the security cable slot on your computer and USB devices. 3 Security cable slot - Provides faster data transmission between your computer. 4 AC adapter connector - Connects to the AC adapter to the computer. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Network connector -
NOTE: Before you are using a wired network. 2 USB 3.0 connector - Attaches a commercially available security cable to power the computer and charge the battery. 29 Connects your computer to a network or broadband device if you buy a security cable, ensure that it fits into the security cable slot on your computer and USB devices. 3 Security cable slot - Provides faster data transmission between your computer. 4 AC adapter connector - Connects to the AC adapter to the computer. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Network connector -
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...on the battery status light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on when wireless is powered using the AC adapter. 4 Wireless status light - CAUTION: To avoid loss of data, never turn ...off the computer when the hard drive activity light is enabled. For more information on the power indicator light...battery charge status. A solid white light indicates that wireless is on page 32. Indicates the power states. Turns on page 14". 31 NOTE: To enable or disable wireless, see "Enable...
...on the battery status light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on when wireless is powered using the AC adapter. 4 Wireless status light - CAUTION: To avoid loss of data, never turn ...off the computer when the hard drive activity light is enabled. For more information on the power indicator light...battery charge status. A solid white light indicates that wireless is on page 32. Indicates the power states. Turns on page 14". 31 NOTE: To enable or disable wireless, see "Enable...
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop Status Lights and Indicators Battery Status Light AC adapter Battery Indicator light status solid white off solid amber off Computer state(s) on/standby/off/ hibernate on/standby/off/ hibernate on/standby on/standby/off/ hibernate Battery charge status charging fully charged low battery (
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Status Lights and Indicators Battery Status Light AC adapter Battery Indicator light status solid white off solid amber off Computer state(s) on/standby/off/ hibernate on/standby/off/ hibernate on/standby on/standby/off/ hibernate Battery charge status charging fully charged low battery (
Setup Guide
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... Interference may be blocking or interrupting your wireless router. The network cable is off or in hibernate mode. • Reseat the AC adapter cable into the power connector on and connected to your wireless connection. Try moving the computer closer to your data source (cable modem or network hub). ... router is offline or wireless has been disabled on the computer. • Check your wireless router to ensure it is powered on the computer, into the AC adapter, and to ensure it is loose or damaged. Check the network cable to the electrical outlet. 57 The computer resumes ...
... Interference may be blocking or interrupting your wireless router. The network cable is off or in hibernate mode. • Reseat the AC adapter cable into the power connector on and connected to your wireless connection. Try moving the computer closer to your data source (cable modem or network hub). ... router is offline or wireless has been disabled on the computer. • Check your wireless router to ensure it is powered on the computer, into the AC adapter, and to ensure it is loose or damaged. Check the network cable to the electrical outlet. 57 The computer resumes ...
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... connections. Solving Problems • If the AC adapter cable is plugged into a power strip, ensure that the power strip is plugged into an electrical outlet and that the power strip is on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 82). If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that hinders reception on your...
... connections. Solving Problems • If the AC adapter cable is plugged into a power strip, ensure that the power strip is plugged into an electrical outlet and that the power strip is on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 82). If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that hinders reception on your...
Setup Guide
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... computer. Input voltage 100-240 VAC Input current (maximum) Input frequency 1.50 A/1.60 A/1.70 A 50-60 Hz Output power 65 W/90 W Output current: 65 W 3.34 A 90 W 4.62 A Rated output voltage 19.5 VDC AC Adapter Temperature range: Operating Storage 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F) -40° to 70°...
... computer. Input voltage 100-240 VAC Input current (maximum) Input frequency 1.50 A/1.60 A/1.70 A 50-60 Hz Output power 65 W/90 W Output current: 65 W 3.34 A 90 W 4.62 A Rated output voltage 19.5 VDC AC Adapter Temperature range: Operating Storage 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F) -40° to 70°...