Dell Inspiron N4020 Support Question
Dell Inspiron N4020 Support Question
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Question posted by jerrste on December 27th, 2013
How Do I Format My Dell Laptop Inspiron N4020
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Setup Guide - Page 5
...10 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14
Using Your Inspiron Laptop 18 Right View Features 18 Left View Features 20 Front View Features 22 Status Lights and ...32 Display Features 34 Removing and Replacing the Battery 36 Software Features 38 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 39 Dell Dock 40
Solving Problems 41 Beep Codes 41 Network Problems 42 Power ...
Setup Guide - Page 7
... .
Before Setting Up Your Computer
When positioning your Dell™ computer in permanent damage to accumulate in an enclosed space, such as carpets or rugs, while it is powered on the fan when the computer gets hot. Restricting airflow around your Dell™ Inspiron™ laptop. Do not place your computer, ensure that you...
Setup Guide - Page 8
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. Using an incompatible cable or ...
Setup Guide - Page 9
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop
Connect the Network Cable (Optional)
To use a wired network connection, connect the network cable.
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Setup Guide - Page 10
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop
Press the Power Button
8
Setup Guide - Page 11
... to complete. Set Up Ubuntu
To set up Ubuntu® for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, see support.dell.com/MyNewDell. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop
Set Up the Operating System
Your Dell computer is recommended that you selected at support...
Setup Guide - Page 12
... operating state. 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
Create System Recovery Media (Recommended)
NOTE: It is recommended that you create a system recovery media as...
Setup Guide - Page 13
... USB key in the computer. 3. Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 6). 2. Follow the instructions on page 61.
11 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1.
Ensure that the AC adapter is...
Setup Guide - Page 14
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop
Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional)
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Setup Guide - Page 15
.... To enable wireless: 1. For more information on the cards supported by your computer is available on your selection appears on the screen. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop NOTE: The wireless feature is turned on. 2. A confirmation of purchase. Wireless enabled
Wireless disabled
To disable wireless: Press the wireless key on the function key...
Setup Guide - Page 16
... network connection and an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
To complete setting up your Internet connection.
• If you can purchase one at www.dell.com.
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop
Connect to the Internet (Optional)
To connect to the telephone wall connector before you set up your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions...
Setup Guide - Page 17
... To. 4. Ensure that wireless is enabled on your
computer (see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on the screen to complete the setup.
15 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop
Windows® 7 1. Follow the instructions on page 12).
2.
In the search box, type network, and then click Network and Sharing Center→ Connect to your...
Setup Guide - Page 29
... on the multimedia keys, see "Touch Pad Gestures" on or off when pressed.
2 Function key row - To change the touch pad settings, double-click the Dell Touch pad icon in this row. Provides the functionality of the desktop. Provide left -click by tapping the surface.
Using Your...
Setup Guide - Page 37
... capture, conferencing, and chat. 3 Display - Your display can vary based on your
computer. For more information about displays, see the Dell Technology Guide on selections you made when purchasing your hard drive or at support.dell.com/manuals.
35 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Camera activity indicator - Indicates if the camera is on or off.
Setup Guide - Page 38
... replace the battery: Slide the battery into place.
36 Slide the battery release latch to the unlock position. 3.
This computer should only use batteries from Dell. Using Your Inspiron Laptop
Removing and Replacing the Battery
WARNING: Before you begin any of fire or explosion. Slide the battery out of the battery bay.
Setup Guide - Page 40
... and images.
After connecting to create presentations, brochures, greeting cards, fliers, and spreadsheets. Entertainment and Multimedia
You can use your hard drive or at support.dell.com/manuals.
Using Your Inspiron Laptop
Software Features
NOTE: For more information about the features described in this section, see the...
Setup Guide - Page 41
...protect your computer using a password‑protected account.
Using Your Inspiron Laptop
Dell DataSafe Online Backup
NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online may not be available in all regions. You can ... and other important files from catastrophic incidents like theft, fire, or natural disasters. Dell DataSafe Online is recommended for fast upload/download speeds. NOTE: A broadband connection is...
Setup Guide - Page 42
...-click the Dock and click Advanced Setting....
2. The Add/Edit Category window is a group of the icons
Add a Category
1.
Personalize the Dock
1. Using Your Inspiron Laptop
Dell Dock
The Dell Dock is displayed.
2.
Select an icon for the category in the Title field. 3. Add an Icon
Drag and drop the icon to frequently-used...
Setup Guide - Page 76
... inside your warranty. INSPIRON
Finding More Information and Resources
If you need to:
reinstall your operating system
run a diagnostic program for your computer
reinstall laptop system software find more..."System Recovery Media" on page 61 "Dell Diagnostics" on page 52 "My Dell Downloads" on page 49 support.dell.com
the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals
NOTE: In some countries, ...
Setup Guide - Page 78
... regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start → Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer.
Computer Model
Dell™ Inspiron™ N4020/N4030
Memory
Memory module connector Memory module capacities Memory type
Minimum memory
two user-accessible SODIMM connectors 1 GB, 2 GB, and 4 GB
1333 MHz SODIMM...
