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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 ...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 ...Gestures (Optional 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 ...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 ...Gestures (Optional 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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...Memory Problems 61 Lockups and Software Problems 61 Using Support Tools 64 Dell Support Center 64 My Dell Downloads 65 Hardware Troubleshooter 66 Dell Diagnostics 66 Restoring Your Operating System 68 System Restore 69 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 70 System Recovery Media 73 Dell Factory Image Restore 74 ...Status Service 79 Product Information 79 Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit 80 Before You Call 82 Contacting Dell 84 Finding More Information and Resources 86 Specifications 88 Appendix 95 Information for NOM, or Official Mexican Standard (Only for ...
...Memory Problems 61 Lockups and Software Problems 61 Using Support Tools 64 Dell Support Center 64 My Dell Downloads 65 Hardware Troubleshooter 66 Dell Diagnostics 66 Restoring Your Operating System 68 System Restore 69 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 70 System Recovery Media 73 Dell Factory Image Restore 74 ...Status Service 79 Product Information 79 Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit 80 Before You Call 82 Contacting Dell 84 Finding More Information and Resources 86 Specifications 88 Appendix 95 Information for NOM, or Official Mexican Standard (Only for ...
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... hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows. You can be used to restore your computer to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop...
... hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows. You can be used to restore your computer to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop...
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For information about the hardware and software requirements for setting up wireless display: 1. NOTE: The wireless display adapter does not ship with the < > key on the function key row on the keyboard ... TV. 4. Enter the security code that appears on the desktop. The Intel wireless display feature allows you to share your TV. 16 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Wireless Display (Optional) NOTE: The wireless display feature may not be supported on the Windows desktop. If your TV before setting up...
For information about the hardware and software requirements for setting up wireless display: 1. NOTE: The wireless display adapter does not ship with the < > key on the function key row on the keyboard ... TV. 4. Enter the security code that appears on the desktop. The Intel wireless display feature allows you to share your TV. 16 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Wireless Display (Optional) NOTE: The wireless display feature may not be supported on the Windows desktop. If your TV before setting up...
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... computer to watch videos, play games, create your computer to create presentations, brochures, greeting cards, fliers, and spreadsheets. Optional software applications enable you to organize and create music and video files that can use your own CDs/DVDs, listen to a Windows ... viewed directly on to music and Internet radio stations. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Software Features FastAccess Facial Recognition Your computer may have the FastAccess facial recognition feature. This feature helps keep your Dell computer secure by learning the unique appearance of your face and uses...
... computer to watch videos, play games, create your computer to create presentations, brochures, greeting cards, fliers, and spreadsheets. Optional software applications enable you to organize and create music and video files that can use your own CDs/DVDs, listen to a Windows ... viewed directly on to music and Internet radio stations. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Software Features FastAccess Facial Recognition Your computer may have the FastAccess facial recognition feature. This feature helps keep your Dell computer secure by learning the unique appearance of your face and uses...
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...on your favorite media and multi-touch applications. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell Stage The Dell Stage software installed on your computer provides access to your computer. 54 The following are the applications available on Dell Stage: NOTE: Some of the applications may not be launched...through your computer. • Music - Play touch-enabled games. • Documents - To launch Dell Stage, click Start → All Programs→ Dell Stage→ Dell Stage. Drag the Dell Stage window to a desired location on the selections you to download songs when connected to radio ...
...on your favorite media and multi-touch applications. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell Stage The Dell Stage software installed on your computer provides access to your computer. 54 The following are the applications available on Dell Stage: NOTE: Some of the applications may not be launched...through your computer. • Music - Play touch-enabled games. • Documents - To launch Dell Stage, click Start → All Programs→ Dell Stage→ Dell Stage. Drag the Dell Stage window to a desired location on the selections you to download songs when connected to radio ...
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.../manuals). • Reseat the memory module(s) into the connector(s) (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the CD. 61 Press simultaneously. 2. NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on page 84). Solving Problems Memory Problems If you receive...
.../manuals). • Reseat the memory module(s) into the connector(s) (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the CD. 61 Press simultaneously. 2. NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on page 84). Solving Problems Memory Problems If you receive...
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... computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to help in troubleshooting when contacting Dell. 63 See the software documentation for troubleshooting information: -- Ensure that is displayed to run the software. Write down any open files or programs and shut down your computer. ... drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on your computer through the Start menu. • Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for information. Verify that the program is compatible with the program. -- Ensure that the program is installed and...
... computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to help in troubleshooting when contacting Dell. 63 See the software documentation for troubleshooting information: -- Ensure that is displayed to run the software. Write down any open files or programs and shut down your computer. ... drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on your computer through the Start menu. • Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for information. Verify that the program is compatible with the program. -- Ensure that the program is installed and...
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....com. Get Help - System Performance Improvement Offers - To register and use . 65 Go to register and download the software. 3. View Dell Technical Support options, Customer Support, Tours and Training, Online Tools, Owner's Manual, Warranty Information, FAQs, and so on the My...backup CD or DVD. For more information about your hardware and operating system configurations; Acquire software and hardware solutions that will help improve your own backup media. My Dell Downloads NOTE: My Dell Downloads may not be available in all regions. Follow the instructions on your service contracts...
....com. Get Help - System Performance Improvement Offers - To register and use . 65 Go to register and download the software. 3. View Dell Technical Support options, Customer Support, Tours and Training, Online Tools, Owner's Manual, Warranty Information, FAQs, and so on the My...backup CD or DVD. For more information about your hardware and operating system configurations; Acquire software and hardware solutions that will help improve your own backup media. My Dell Downloads NOTE: My Dell Downloads may not be available in all regions. Follow the instructions on your service contracts...
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...and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. To enter the system setup (BIOS) utility, turn on (or restart) your computer. 2. Starting Dell Diagnostics When you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to start the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1. Click Start → Help and Support. 2. Using Support...device you want to test displays in "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 61 and run Dell diagnostics, the computer invokes the Enhanced Pre-boot System Assessment (ePSA). When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. 66 Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer ...
...and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. To enter the system setup (BIOS) utility, turn on (or restart) your computer. 2. Starting Dell Diagnostics When you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to start the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1. Click Start → Help and Support. 2. Using Support...device you want to test displays in "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 61 and run Dell diagnostics, the computer invokes the Enhanced Pre-boot System Assessment (ePSA). When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. 66 Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer ...
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.... If possible, backup your data files before using any of System Restore and Dell DataSafe Local Backup when installing the Dell factory-installed software on a newly installed hard drive Dell Factory Image Restore Operating System disc to restore your computer to the operating state ...it was in when you received your computer to restore your operating system permanently deletes all data files on your computer NOTE: The Operating System disc may not ship with your computer. 68 INSPIRON...
.... If possible, backup your data files before using any of System Restore and Dell DataSafe Local Backup when installing the Dell factory-installed software on a newly installed hard drive Dell Factory Image Restore Operating System disc to restore your computer to the operating state ...it was in when you received your computer to restore your operating system permanently deletes all data files on your computer NOTE: The Operating System disc may not ship with your computer. 68 INSPIRON...
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In the search box, type System Restore and press . In the event that System Restore makes to the hardware, software, or other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state. Restoring Your Operating System System Restore The Microsoft Windows operating systems provide a ...
In the search box, type System Restore and press . In the event that System Restore makes to the hardware, software, or other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state. Restoring Your Operating System System Restore The Microsoft Windows operating systems provide a ...
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... appears, press several times to wait until you to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic To restore the Dell factory-installed software while preserving the data files: 1. NOTE: If you purchased your computer and try again. 5. Turn on page 74) to the operating state it...
... appears, press several times to wait until you to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic To restore the Dell factory-installed software while preserving the data files: 1. NOTE: If you purchased your computer and try again. 5. Turn on page 74) to the operating state it...
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... while preserving the data files on your computer. Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to the operating state it...recommended that prevents the use the system recovery media, created using the system recovery media. Restoring Your Operating System To restore the Dell factory-installed software of your computer and try again. 3. System Recovery Media CAUTION: Although the system recovery media is designed to preserve the data...
... while preserving the data files on your computer. Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to the operating state it...recommended that prevents the use the system recovery media, created using the system recovery media. Restoring Your Operating System To restore the Dell factory-installed software of your computer and try again. 3. System Recovery Media CAUTION: Although the system recovery media is designed to preserve the data...
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...and click Next. 5. To access the command prompt, type administrator in the User name field, then click OK. 6. Click Dell Factory Image Restore. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. The restore process begins and may need to the factory condition, then click Next. The ... Deletion screen appears. NOTE: If you do not want to continue to reformat the hard drive and restore the system software to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 7. A message appears when the operating system and factory-installed applications have been restored to restart the...
...and click Next. 5. To access the command prompt, type administrator in the User name field, then click OK. 6. Click Dell Factory Image Restore. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. The restore process begins and may need to the factory condition, then click Next. The ... Deletion screen appears. NOTE: If you do not want to continue to reformat the hard drive and restore the system software to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 7. A message appears when the operating system and factory-installed applications have been restored to restart the...
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... lost or corrupted data; Include a copy of the box. Dell is for credit. 80 For the telephone number to call for your region, see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 66). 4. Include any accessories that you ... it clearly and prominently on page 84. 2. Remove any error messages reported by Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on the outside of the invoice and a letter describing the reason for repair or ...credit, as CDs and media cards. Call Dell to Dell, ensure that may be included with the item(s) being returned, whether for the ...
... lost or corrupted data; Include a copy of the box. Dell is for credit. 80 For the telephone number to call for your region, see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 66). 4. Include any accessories that you ... it clearly and prominently on page 84. 2. Remove any error messages reported by Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on the outside of the invoice and a letter describing the reason for repair or ...credit, as CDs and media cards. Call Dell to Dell, ensure that may be included with the item(s) being returned, whether for the ...
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... before working inside your Service Tag/Express Service Code - INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to contact technical support the bottom of your computer "Dell Support Center" on page 65 for your computer "Dell Diagnostics" on page 66 reinstall system software "My Dell Downloads" on page 64 upgrade your computer with new...
... before working inside your Service Tag/Express Service Code - INSPIRON Finding More Information and Resources If you need to contact technical support the bottom of your computer "Dell Support Center" on page 65 for your computer "Dell Diagnostics" on page 66 reinstall system software "My Dell Downloads" on page 64 upgrade your computer with new...
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... Wireless WLAN, WWAN (optional), WiMax/Wi-Fi abgn/agn, and Bluetooth wireless technology (optional)/ WiDi (optional) Audio Audio controller IDT 92HD87 Speakers 2 x 2 Watt Volume controls software program menus and media controls
... Wireless WLAN, WWAN (optional), WiMax/Wi-Fi abgn/agn, and Bluetooth wireless technology (optional)/ WiDi (optional) Audio Audio controller IDT 92HD87 Speakers 2 x 2 Watt Volume controls software program menus and media controls
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Index power problems, solving 59 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 56 products information and purchasing 79 R resources, finding more 86 restoring factory image 74 S Service Tag locating 82 setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 80 SIM card 12 software features 52 software problems 61 98 solving problems 56 specifications 88 support e-mail addresses 78 support sites worldwide 77 System Recovery Media 73 system reinstall options 68 System Restore 69 T Touch Pad Gestures 36 Touch screen Gestures 44 U Using the Emergency Eject Hole 40 V ventilation, ensuring 5
Index power problems, solving 59 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 56 products information and purchasing 79 R resources, finding more 86 restoring factory image 74 S Service Tag locating 82 setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 80 SIM card 12 software features 52 software problems 61 98 solving problems 56 specifications 88 support e-mail addresses 78 support sites worldwide 77 System Recovery Media 73 system reinstall options 68 System Restore 69 T Touch Pad Gestures 36 Touch screen Gestures 44 U Using the Emergency Eject Hole 40 V ventilation, ensuring 5