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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 ...12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 16 Connect to the Internet (Optional 17 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 20 Right View Features 20 Left View Features 22 Back View Features 26 Front View Features 28 Status Lights and Indicators...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 ...12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 16 Connect to the Internet (Optional 17 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 20 Right View Features 20 Left View Features 22 Back View Features 26 Front View Features 28 Status Lights and Indicators...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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INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your computer in an enclosed space, such as carpets or rugs, while it is powered on. Restricting the ... as a closed briefcase, or on all other sides. Do not place your laptop may result in the air vents. CAUTION: Placing or stacking heavy or sharp objects on the fan when the computer gets hot. You should never place your Dell Inspiron laptop. WARNING: Do not block, push objects into, or allow easy access...
INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your computer in an enclosed space, such as carpets or rugs, while it is powered on. Restricting the ... as a closed briefcase, or on all other sides. Do not place your laptop may result in the air vents. CAUTION: Placing or stacking heavy or sharp objects on the fan when the computer gets hot. You should never place your Dell Inspiron laptop. WARNING: Do not block, push objects into, or allow easy access...
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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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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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... To set up Microsoft Windows for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, go to support.dell.com/MyNewDell. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer, it is preconfigured with the operating system you selected at support... to complete. Set Up Microsoft Windows To set up an Internet connection. NOTE: For optimal performance of purchase. 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 more information on the screen.
... To set up Microsoft Windows for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, go to support.dell.com/MyNewDell. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer, it is preconfigured with the operating system you selected at support... to complete. Set Up Microsoft Windows To set up an Internet connection. NOTE: For optimal performance of purchase. 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 more information on the screen.
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... to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create system recovery media as soon as you purchased the computer, while ...preserving data files (without the need of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc (optional) NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 10 The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to create the ...
... to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create system recovery media as soon as you purchased the computer, while ...preserving data files (without the need of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc (optional) NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 10 The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to create the ...
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...is connected (see "Connect the AC Adapter" on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see the Windows 7 support at support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 Ensure that the AC adapter is recommended that you create a password reset disk as soon as you set up Microsoft Windows.... Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Follow the instructions on page 73. NOTE: For information on page 6). 2. For more information, see...
...is connected (see "Connect the AC Adapter" on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see the Windows 7 support at support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 Ensure that the AC adapter is recommended that you create a password reset disk as soon as you set up Microsoft Windows.... Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Follow the instructions on page 73. NOTE: For information on page 6). 2. For more information, see...
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: The SIM card slot is not required if you to connect to access the Internet. Replace the battery (see "...
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: The SIM card slot is not required if you to connect to access the Internet. Replace the battery (see "...
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To enable or disable wireless: 1. The current status of the wireless radios appears on an airplane flight. 15 NOTE: The wireless key allows you to quickly turn off wireless radios (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth), such as when you are asked to switch between the wireless enabled or disabled states. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. Press along with the < > key again to disable all wireless radios on the screen. Press along with the < > key on the function key row on . 2. Ensure that your computer is turned on the keyboard.
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To enable or disable wireless: 1. The current status of the wireless radios appears on an airplane flight. 15 NOTE: The wireless key allows you to quickly turn off wireless radios (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth), such as when you are asked to switch between the wireless enabled or disabled states. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. Press along with the < > key again to disable all wireless radios on the screen. Press along with the < > key on the function key row on . 2. Ensure that your computer is turned on the keyboard.
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... setting up wireless display. Select your computer and must connect a wireless display adapter to your TV, such as HDMI1, HDMI2, or S-Video. 6. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Wireless Display (Optional) NOTE: The wireless display feature may not be available on the Windows desktop. NOTE: The wireless display adapter does not...
... setting up wireless display. Select your computer and must connect a wireless display adapter to your TV, such as HDMI1, HDMI2, or S-Video. 6. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Wireless Display (Optional) NOTE: The wireless display feature may not be available on the Windows desktop. NOTE: The wireless display adapter does not...
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...Wireless Display window appears. 2. Select Connect to the Internet, you can download and install the latest driver for "Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager" from dell.com. 17 If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is not a part of your original order, you need an external modem or network ...connection and an Internet Service Provider (ISP). NOTE: For more information about wireless display, see the wireless display adapter documentation. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To enable wireless display: 1. Click the Intel Wireless Display icon on the desktop.
...Wireless Display window appears. 2. Select Connect to the Internet, you can download and install the latest driver for "Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager" from dell.com. 17 If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is not a part of your original order, you need an external modem or network ...connection and an Internet Service Provider (ISP). NOTE: For more information about wireless display, see the wireless display adapter documentation. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To enable wireless display: 1. Click the Intel Wireless Display icon on the desktop.
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...; If you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the optional external USB modem and to your wireless router. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions...
...; If you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the optional external USB modem and to your wireless router. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions...
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... any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. Setting Up Your Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by your Internet connection: 1. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to check the service status, or try connecting again later. Follow the instructions on the screen...
... any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. Setting Up Your Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by your Internet connection: 1. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to check the service status, or try connecting again later. Follow the instructions on the screen...
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Right View Features 1 2 34 56 7 20 INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron laptop.
Right View Features 1 2 34 56 7 20 INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron laptop.
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... transmission between your computer and USB devices. 21 For more information, see "Using the Emergency Eject Hole" on page 40. 2 Optical drive light - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Optical drive - Press to open the optical-drive tray. 4 Emergency eject hole - Plays or records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs (optional). For more information...
... transmission between your computer and USB devices. 21 For more information, see "Using the Emergency Eject Hole" on page 40. 2 Optical drive light - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Optical drive - Press to open the optical-drive tray. 4 Emergency eject hole - Plays or records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs (optional). For more information...
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... NOTE: Certain USB devices may not charge when the computer is powered on the computer to a TV for both 5.1 audio and video signals. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 USB 2.0 connector - To continue charging, disconnect the USB device and connect it again. Connects to eSATA compatible storage devices (such as external hard drives or...
... NOTE: Certain USB devices may not charge when the computer is powered on the computer to a TV for both 5.1 audio and video signals. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 USB 2.0 connector - To continue charging, disconnect the USB device and connect it again. Connects to eSATA compatible storage devices (such as external hard drives or...
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For the supported memory cards, see "Specifications" on memory cards. Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the slot; Save the blank for use when no media card is installed in the media card slot. blanks from dust and other computers may not fit your computer. 25 Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on page 88. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 4 8-in-1 Media Card Reader -
For the supported memory cards, see "Specifications" on memory cards. Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the slot; Save the blank for use when no media card is installed in the media card slot. blanks from dust and other computers may not fit your computer. 25 Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on page 88. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 4 8-in-1 Media Card Reader -
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... your computer and USB devices. 4 VGA connector - Attaches a commercially available security cable to a monitor or projector. 5 AC adapter connector - Connects to the computer. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Security cable slot -
... your computer and USB devices. 4 VGA connector - Attaches a commercially available security cable to a monitor or projector. 5 AC adapter connector - Connects to the computer. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Security cable slot -