Me and My Dell
Page 2
.... Blu-ray Disc™ is a trademark owned by Dell under license; Microsoft®, Windows®, and Windows start button logo are not followed. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this text: Dell™, the DELL logo, and Inspiron™ are either trademarks or registered ...trademarks of these materials in any proprietary interest in this document to refer to change without the written permission of your computer. Dell Inc. and is subject to either trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States and/or other countries;...
.... Blu-ray Disc™ is a trademark owned by Dell under license; Microsoft®, Windows®, and Windows start button logo are not followed. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this text: Dell™, the DELL logo, and Inspiron™ are either trademarks or registered ...trademarks of these materials in any proprietary interest in this document to refer to change without the written permission of your computer. Dell Inc. and is subject to either trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States and/or other countries;...
Me and My Dell
Page 3
Windows 8 17 Power Adapter 21 Battery 22 Laptop Battery 22 Conserving the Battery Power 22 Coin-Cell Battery 23 Improving the Battery Performance 23 Touchpad 24 About Touchpad 24 Touchpad Gestures 24 Scroll 24 Zoom 26 Rotate 27 Flick 28 My Favorites 28 Desktop 28 Display 29 3D Display 29 Wireless Display 29 Touchscreen Display 30 Contents 3 Contents Charms Sidebar 15 Signing in to Windows 8 16 Closing a Windows 8 app 17 Turning off your computer -
Windows 8 17 Power Adapter 21 Battery 22 Laptop Battery 22 Conserving the Battery Power 22 Coin-Cell Battery 23 Improving the Battery Performance 23 Touchpad 24 About Touchpad 24 Touchpad Gestures 24 Scroll 24 Zoom 26 Rotate 27 Flick 28 My Favorites 28 Desktop 28 Display 29 3D Display 29 Wireless Display 29 Touchscreen Display 30 Contents 3 Contents Charms Sidebar 15 Signing in to Windows 8 16 Closing a Windows 8 app 17 Turning off your computer -
Me and My Dell
Page 9
... Recovery Media 126 System Recovery Media - Windows 8 123 Dell Backup and Recovery Basic - Windows 8 123 Dell Backup and Recovery 123 Dell Backup and Recovery - Windows 8 124 Dell Backup and Recovery Professional - Windows 8 126 Restoring Your Computer Using System Recovery Media - DellConnect 118 DellConnect 118 Using DellConnect 118 About Restoring Your Operating System - Windows 8 126 Restoring Your Operating System 127...
... Recovery Media 126 System Recovery Media - Windows 8 123 Dell Backup and Recovery Basic - Windows 8 123 Dell Backup and Recovery 123 Dell Backup and Recovery - Windows 8 124 Dell Backup and Recovery Professional - Windows 8 126 Restoring Your Computer Using System Recovery Media - DellConnect 118 DellConnect 118 Using DellConnect 118 About Restoring Your Operating System - Windows 8 126 Restoring Your Operating System 127...
Me and My Dell
Page 11
... Boot Sequence 150 Flashing the BIOS 150 Getting Help and Contacting Dell 155 Self-Help Options 155 Accessing Windows Help and Support 155 Contacting Dell 156 Before Calling Dell 159 Computer Maintenance 160 Ergonomic Instructions for Desktops 160 Ergonomic Instructions for Laptops 162 Dell and the Environment 164 Regulatory Compliance Policy 165 Contact Details for...
... Boot Sequence 150 Flashing the BIOS 150 Getting Help and Contacting Dell 155 Self-Help Options 155 Accessing Windows Help and Support 155 Contacting Dell 156 Before Calling Dell 159 Computer Maintenance 160 Ergonomic Instructions for Desktops 160 Ergonomic Instructions for Laptops 162 Dell and the Environment 164 Regulatory Compliance Policy 165 Contact Details for...
Me and My Dell
Page 16
.... 2. This feature will synchronize your computer with out using a keyboard) to the upper-right corner of your computer for a new email address to Windows 8 In the sign-in screen, sign in from the bottom edge of the Microsoft services (such as Outlook, SkyDrive, and so on to your ... a mouse, pointing to dismiss the lock screen. 2. Open Start by swiping in to your choice. Tap or click your account picture in to Windows 8 The following options are using the method of the screen), and then tapping or clicking Start. 2. This feature will provide you access to most...
.... 2. This feature will synchronize your computer with out using a keyboard) to the upper-right corner of your computer for a new email address to Windows 8 In the sign-in screen, sign in from the bottom edge of the Microsoft services (such as Outlook, SkyDrive, and so on to your ... a mouse, pointing to dismiss the lock screen. 2. Open Start by swiping in to your choice. Tap or click your account picture in to Windows 8 The following options are using the method of the screen), and then tapping or clicking Start. 2. This feature will provide you access to most...
Me and My Dell
Page 17
... 17 Turning off your computer - Windows 8 To turn off your computer: 1. Tap or click Power and then choose Shut down. Swipe from the top of the screen to the bottom of ... upper-right corner of the screen and release the app. NOTE: You can also choose to put your computer in sleep or hibernate state. Closing a Windows 8 app To close an app: • If you are using a mouse, click and drag the app from the right edge of the screen (or if...
... 17 Turning off your computer - Windows 8 To turn off your computer: 1. Tap or click Power and then choose Shut down. Swipe from the top of the screen to the bottom of ... upper-right corner of the screen and release the app. NOTE: You can also choose to put your computer in sleep or hibernate state. Closing a Windows 8 app To close an app: • If you are using a mouse, click and drag the app from the right edge of the screen (or if...
Me and My Dell
Page 22
... Moderate weight 9-cell battery High cost Large in size High capacity Heavy NOTE: When used and recharged. • Configure the power management settings using Microsoft Windows Power Options to an electrical outlet when possible;
... Moderate weight 9-cell battery High cost Large in size High capacity Heavy NOTE: When used and recharged. • Configure the power management settings using Microsoft Windows Power Options to an electrical outlet when possible;
Me and My Dell
Page 23
...; Using the Sleep power state when you leave the computer unattended for which is discharged and recharged. • Configuring the power management settings using Microsoft Windows Power Options to optimize your laptop computer. You may improve the battery performance by: • Using the computer while connected to purchase a new battery during...
...; Using the Sleep power state when you leave the computer unattended for which is discharged and recharged. • Configuring the power management settings using Microsoft Windows Power Options to optimize your laptop computer. You may improve the battery performance by: • Using the computer while connected to purchase a new battery during...
Me and My Dell
Page 25
... auto scrolling. Allows you to scroll left . Circular Scroll - Allows you to scroll up or down , and right or left or right on the active window. Move two fingers to your left or right at a fast pace to scroll up or down on the active... window. Tap on the touchpad to scroll down : Move a finger in the vertical scroll zone (extreme right of the touchpad), in a clockwise circular motion to scroll ...
... auto scrolling. Allows you to scroll left . Circular Scroll - Allows you to scroll up or down , and right or left or right on the active window. Move two fingers to your left or right at a fast pace to scroll up or down on the active... window. Tap on the touchpad to scroll down : Move a finger in the vertical scroll zone (extreme right of the touchpad), in a clockwise circular motion to scroll ...
Me and My Dell
Page 27
... you to rotate the selected item 90° clockwise or counterclockwise. Allows you to enlarge the view of the active window. To zoom in: Move two fingers apart to zoom in 90° increments using two fingers where one finger is anchored and the other rotates. ...
... you to rotate the selected item 90° clockwise or counterclockwise. Allows you to enlarge the view of the active window. To zoom in: Move two fingers apart to zoom in 90° increments using two fingers where one finger is anchored and the other rotates. ...
Me and My Dell
Page 28
Flick Allows you to open windows so that are configured in the touchpad configuration tool launch. Move three fingers quickly in the desired direction to flip content in place. 28 Touchpad Desktop Allows you to flip content forward or backward based on the touchpad. Place your favorite applications. The applications that the desktop is visible. Tap three fingers on the direction of the flick. My Favorites Allows you to minimize all open your hand on the touchpad in any orientation and briefly hold in the active window.
Flick Allows you to open windows so that are configured in the touchpad configuration tool launch. Move three fingers quickly in the desired direction to flip content in place. 28 Touchpad Desktop Allows you to flip content forward or backward based on the touchpad. Place your favorite applications. The applications that the desktop is visible. Tap three fingers on the direction of the flick. My Favorites Allows you to minimize all open your hand on the touchpad in any orientation and briefly hold in the active window.
Me and My Dell
Page 29
... i7-66xx Intel HD Graphics Intel Centrino 6100/6200/6300 or Intel Centrino Advanced-N + WiMAX 6250 Windows 7 Home Premium, Professional, or Ultimate Latest wireless-card drivers and Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager available at support.dell.com. Minimum requirements for visual presentation of cables. NOTE: Wireless display may not be supported on...
... i7-66xx Intel HD Graphics Intel Centrino 6100/6200/6300 or Intel Centrino Advanced-N + WiMAX 6250 Windows 7 Home Premium, Professional, or Ultimate Latest wireless-card drivers and Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager available at support.dell.com. Minimum requirements for visual presentation of cables. NOTE: Wireless display may not be supported on...
Me and My Dell
Page 31
... menus. Press and hold a finger on the touch screen, to pan scroll the selected object. Dwell Allows you to scroll through content in the active window like pages in a playlist.
... menus. Press and hold a finger on the touch screen, to pan scroll the selected object. Dwell Allows you to scroll through content in the active window like pages in a playlist.
Me and My Dell
Page 32
... . Scroll Horizontal - Twist - You can also rotate the active content by moving both the fingers in an arced direction right or left on the active window. Rotate Allows you to activate vertical scrolling. Move a finger to the right or left to rotate the active content on the active...
... . Scroll Horizontal - Twist - You can also rotate the active content by moving both the fingers in an arced direction right or left on the active window. Rotate Allows you to activate vertical scrolling. Move a finger to the right or left to rotate the active content on the active...
Me and My Dell
Page 34
...functions: • Alphanumeric keys for typing letters, numbers, punctuation, and symbols • Control keys for performing certain actions: , , , and the Windows key • Function keys, labeled ,< F2>, , and so on, for performing specific tasks • Navigation keys for moving the cursor around in documents... or windows: , , , , , , and arrow keys • Numeric keypad of numbers grouped together like those on an adding machine (the numeric keypad on...
...functions: • Alphanumeric keys for typing letters, numbers, punctuation, and symbols • Control keys for performing certain actions: , , , and the Windows key • Function keys, labeled ,< F2>, , and so on, for performing specific tasks • Navigation keys for moving the cursor around in documents... or windows: , , , , , , and arrow keys • Numeric keypad of numbers grouped together like those on an adding machine (the numeric keypad on...
Me and My Dell
Page 47
... includes: • Webcam Center - Access Dell Webcam Manager 1. Dell Webcam Manager window opens. 3. Enabling a Webcam 1. Click Imaging Devices and then double-click Camera. 3. Open the webcam software to enable the microphone. Control core recording ... and so on . • Live! Cam Avatar - Select avatars for video chat. Create a unique avatar using the Live! Click Dell Webcam→ Dell Webcam Manager. The Dell Webcam Manager window appears. Click Webcam Center. 4. Click the drop-down arrow next to Audio Source and click Digital Mic (Realtek High Definition Audio) to...
... includes: • Webcam Center - Access Dell Webcam Manager 1. Dell Webcam Manager window opens. 3. Enabling a Webcam 1. Click Imaging Devices and then double-click Camera. 3. Open the webcam software to enable the microphone. Control core recording ... and so on . • Live! Cam Avatar - Select avatars for video chat. Create a unique avatar using the Live! Click Dell Webcam→ Dell Webcam Manager. The Dell Webcam Manager window appears. Click Webcam Center. 4. Click the drop-down arrow next to Audio Source and click Digital Mic (Realtek High Definition Audio) to...
Me and My Dell
Page 59
Have your ISP for setup instructions. Internet 59 To setup a wired Internet connection: Windows 8 1. Click Network and Sharing Center → Set up your ISP. 5. The Connect to the Internet. Swipe from the right edge of connection to select, click ... to the optional external USB modem and to the telephone wall jack before you set up a new connection or network → Connect to the Internet window appears. Contact your ISP information ready. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by country.
Have your ISP for setup instructions. Internet 59 To setup a wired Internet connection: Windows 8 1. Click Network and Sharing Center → Set up your ISP. 5. The Connect to the Internet. Swipe from the right edge of connection to select, click ... to the optional external USB modem and to the telephone wall jack before you set up a new connection or network → Connect to the Internet window appears. Contact your ISP information ready. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by country.
Me and My Dell
Page 60
...to the Internet. Setting Up a Wireless Internet Connection NOTE: To set up a new connection or network → Connect to your computer. 2. Windows 8 1. NOTE: Actual steps may vary based on your ISP. 2. The Connect to select, click Help me choose or contact your computer. ...a wireless router on the screen and use your wireless router, see the documentation that wireless is enabled on /off file sharing. Windows 7 and Windows Vista 1. If you wish to complete the setup. 60 Internet Contact your computer. Follow the instructions on the network ...
...to the Internet. Setting Up a Wireless Internet Connection NOTE: To set up a new connection or network → Connect to your computer. 2. Windows 8 1. NOTE: Actual steps may vary based on your ISP. 2. The Connect to select, click Help me choose or contact your computer. ...a wireless router on the screen and use your wireless router, see the documentation that wireless is enabled on /off file sharing. Windows 7 and Windows Vista 1. If you wish to complete the setup. 60 Internet Contact your computer. Follow the instructions on the network ...
Me and My Dell
Page 63
...stereoscopic 3D check box. To maximize performance, select HD or SD mode when 3DTV Play is disabled. b. In the NVIDIA Control Panel window, click Stereoscopic 3D to expand the selection, and then click Change resolution. NOTE: The performance of 60 Hz or 120 Hz, set... Right-click the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel. Change the desktop resolution to reduce the display resolution. In the NVIDIA Control Panel window, click Display to expand the selection, and then click Set up stereoscopic 3D. For more information about configuring the 3D settings, see the...
...stereoscopic 3D check box. To maximize performance, select HD or SD mode when 3DTV Play is disabled. b. In the NVIDIA Control Panel window, click Stereoscopic 3D to expand the selection, and then click Change resolution. NOTE: The performance of 60 Hz or 120 Hz, set... Right-click the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel. Change the desktop resolution to reduce the display resolution. In the NVIDIA Control Panel window, click Display to expand the selection, and then click Set up stereoscopic 3D. For more information about configuring the 3D settings, see the...
Me and My Dell
Page 64
... wireless display: 1. Connect the wireless display adapter to Existing Adapter. Double-click the Intel Wireless Display icon Intel Wireless Display window appears. Select Scan for Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager from the Detected wireless displays list. 9. Select Connect to the TV....security code that wireless is enabled. 3. on wireless display, see the documentation that shipped with your wireless display adapter from support.dell.com. Setting Up Wireless Display To set up wireless display: 1. Turn on your wireless display adapter. 64 Display Ensure...
... wireless display: 1. Connect the wireless display adapter to Existing Adapter. Double-click the Intel Wireless Display icon Intel Wireless Display window appears. Select Scan for Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager from the Detected wireless displays list. 9. Select Connect to the TV....security code that wireless is enabled. 3. on wireless display, see the documentation that shipped with your wireless display adapter from support.dell.com. Setting Up Wireless Display To set up wireless display: 1. Turn on your wireless display adapter. 64 Display Ensure...