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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...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... 36 Multimedia Control Keys 38 Using the Optical Drive 40 Display Features 42 Touch Screen Gestures (Optional 44 Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional 46 Removing and Replacing the Battery 50 Software...
Contents Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional...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... 36 Multimedia Control Keys 38 Using the Optical Drive 40 Display Features 42 Touch Screen Gestures (Optional 44 Removing and Replacing the Top Cover (Optional 46 Removing and Replacing the Battery 50 Software...
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... 56 Touch Screen Problems 57 Network Problems 58 Power Problems 59 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...-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 Mexico...
... 56 Touch Screen Problems 57 Network Problems 58 Power Problems 59 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...-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 Mexico...
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... steps are mandatory and may render your computer available at support.dell.com. The Windows setup screens will take some time to support.dell.com/MyNewDell. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is preconfigured with the operating system you selected at the time...connection. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Set Up Ubuntu To set up Ubuntu for more information on the screen. NOTE: For optimal performance of purchase. Doing so may take you will need to reinstall the operating system. See the Ubuntu ...
... steps are mandatory and may render your computer available at support.dell.com. The Windows setup screens will take some time to support.dell.com/MyNewDell. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is preconfigured with the operating system you selected at the time...connection. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Set Up Ubuntu To set up Ubuntu for more information on the screen. NOTE: For optimal performance of purchase. Doing so may take you will need to reinstall the operating system. See the Ubuntu ...
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... Ensure that you create a password reset disk as soon as you set up Microsoft Windows. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see the Windows 7 support at support....dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 For more information, see "System Recovery Media" on page 6). 2. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create system recovery media: 1. NOTE: It is recommended that the AC adapter is...
... Ensure that you create a password reset disk as soon as you set up Microsoft Windows. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see the Windows 7 support at support....dell.com/MyNewDell. 11 For more information, see "System Recovery Media" on page 6). 2. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create system recovery media: 1. NOTE: It is recommended that the AC adapter is...
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Press along with the < > key on the function key row on an airplane flight. 15 Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To enable or disable wireless: 1. 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. Press along with the < > key again to disable all wireless radios on the keyboard. The current status of the wireless radios appears on . 2. Ensure that your computer is turned on the screen.
Press along with the < > key on the function key row on an airplane flight. 15 Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To enable or disable wireless: 1. 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. Press along with the < > key again to disable all wireless radios on the keyboard. The current status of the wireless radios appears on . 2. Ensure that your computer is turned on the screen.
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Ensure that shipped with your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in "Setting Up Your Internet Connection" on the screen to a network. 5. Click Start → Control Panel. 4. To set up your computer (see the documentation that wireless is enabled on page 14... connection, you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the optional external USB ...
Ensure that shipped with your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in "Setting Up Your Internet Connection" on the screen to a network. 5. Click Start → Control Panel. 4. To set up your computer (see the documentation that wireless is enabled on page 14... connection, you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the optional external USB ...
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...Network and Sharing Center→ Set up your Internet connection: 1. Have your country. The Connect to complete the setup. 19 Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by country. Contact your ISP for offerings available in the past, the ISP might have successfully connected in your... window appears. If you do not have an ISP, the Connect to check the service status, or try connecting again later. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 4.
...Network and Sharing Center→ Set up your Internet connection: 1. Have your country. The Connect to complete the setup. 19 Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by country. Contact your ISP for offerings available in the past, the ISP might have successfully connected in your... window appears. If you do not have an ISP, the Connect to check the service status, or try connecting again later. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 4.
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... apart to enlarge the view of the active window. 37 The zoom feature includes: Pinch - Allows you to zoom in the active window. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Zoom Allows you to increase or decrease the magnification of the flick. Move three fingers quickly in the desired direction to flip content in...
... apart to enlarge the view of the active window. 37 The zoom feature includes: Pinch - Allows you to zoom in the active window. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Zoom Allows you to increase or decrease the magnification of the flick. Move three fingers quickly in the desired direction to flip content in...
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... if you made when purchasing your computer. For information on the touch screen features, see "Touch Screen Gestures (Optional)" on or off. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Microphone - Indicates if the camera is on page 44. 43 A solid white light indicates camera activity. 4 Display - Your display can vary based on selections ...
... if you made when purchasing your computer. For information on the touch screen features, see "Touch Screen Gestures (Optional)" on or off. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Microphone - Indicates if the camera is on page 44. 43 A solid white light indicates camera activity. 4 Display - Your display can vary based on selections ...
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...the active window. Pinch - Dwell Allows you to flip content forward or backward based on the touch screen, to zoom-in a book. Flick Allows you to access additional information by moving two fingers apart or bringing ...them closer together on the screen. Flick also works vertically when navigating content such as images or songs in the desired direction to...simulating a right-click. Move a finger quickly in a playlist. 44 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Touch Screen Gestures (Optional) NOTE: Some of the...
...the active window. Pinch - Dwell Allows you to flip content forward or backward based on the touch screen, to zoom-in a book. Flick Allows you to access additional information by moving two fingers apart or bringing ...them closer together on the screen. Flick also works vertically when navigating content such as images or songs in the desired direction to...simulating a right-click. Move a finger quickly in a playlist. 44 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Touch Screen Gestures (Optional) NOTE: Some of the...
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Allows you to scroll up or down on the screen. Twist - Rotate Allows you to rotate the active content on the active window. Move two fingers in place, move the focus on the active window. ... finger in a circular motion. 45 Move a finger to the right or left to scroll right or left . Allows you to scroll through content. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Scroll Allows you to activate horizontal scrolling. The scroll features include: Pan -
Allows you to scroll up or down on the screen. Twist - Rotate Allows you to rotate the active content on the active window. Move two fingers in place, move the focus on the active window. ... finger in a circular motion. 45 Move a finger to the right or left to scroll right or left . Allows you to scroll through content. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Scroll Allows you to activate horizontal scrolling. The scroll features include: Pan -
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online is supported only on Windows operating systems. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that helps protect your data and...catastrophic incidents like theft, fire, or natural disasters. Follow the instructions on your desktop. 2. You can access the service on the screen. 53 To schedule backups: 1. For more information, go to DellDataSafe.com. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Online icon in the notification area of your computer using a password‑protected account...
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online is supported only on Windows operating systems. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that helps protect your data and...catastrophic incidents like theft, fire, or natural disasters. Follow the instructions on your desktop. 2. You can access the service on the screen. 53 To schedule backups: 1. For more information, go to DellDataSafe.com. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Online icon in the notification area of your computer using a password‑protected account...
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...not be launched from across the globe. Select the settings icon and then choose the desired option. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell Stage The Dell Stage software installed on Dell Stage can also be available based on the selections you to download songs when connected to the Internet. •...: Some of the applications on your computer provides access to the bottom of the screen. • Personalize - You can customize Dell Stage as follows: • Rearrange an application shortcut - Drag the Dell Stage window to your music files by album, artist, or song title. Play music...
...not be launched from across the globe. Select the settings icon and then choose the desired option. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell Stage The Dell Stage software installed on Dell Stage can also be available based on the selections you to download songs when connected to the Internet. •...: Some of the applications on your computer provides access to the bottom of the screen. • Personalize - You can customize Dell Stage as follows: • Rearrange an application shortcut - Drag the Dell Stage window to your music files by album, artist, or song title. Play music...
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... TV shows when connected to the Internet. • Dell Web - Provides a preview of up to add, edit, or delete a web page preview. Create notes or reminders using the keyboard or touch screen. You can create slideshows and collections of your frequently-used programs. Using Your Inspiron Laptop • StickyNotes - Provides quick access to...
... TV shows when connected to the Internet. • Dell Web - Provides a preview of up to add, edit, or delete a web page preview. Create notes or reminders using the keyboard or touch screen. You can create slideshows and collections of your frequently-used programs. Using Your Inspiron Laptop • StickyNotes - Provides quick access to...
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... its sensitivity - Use a clean, lint-free cloth (can spray mild, non abrasive cleaner or water on the cloth if needed, but not on the screen) and wipe the surface and sides of your finger as an input device and Enable multi-touch gestures and inking options are selected. • The... features may lead to inaccurate touch sensitivity. In the Pen and Touch window, select the Touch tab and ensure that Use your desktop. The touch screen may not be disabled. To remove these particles: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Disconnect the AC adapter from the wall outlet. If you choose to ...
... its sensitivity - Use a clean, lint-free cloth (can spray mild, non abrasive cleaner or water on the cloth if needed, but not on the screen) and wipe the surface and sides of your finger as an input device and Enable multi-touch gestures and inking options are selected. • The... features may lead to inaccurate touch sensitivity. In the Pen and Touch window, select the Touch tab and ensure that Use your desktop. The touch screen may not be disabled. To remove these particles: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Disconnect the AC adapter from the wall outlet. If you choose to ...
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If you are unable to get a response by moving the connected mouse or a finger on the screen. 62 The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in an environment similar to 10 seconds until the computer turns off...operating system shutdown. Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Run programs made for an earlier Microsoft Windows operating system - In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. If a program is designed for previous versions of Microsoft Windows operating system. Run the Program Compatibility Wizard. Solving Problems If the computer...
If you are unable to get a response by moving the connected mouse or a finger on the screen. 62 The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in an environment similar to 10 seconds until the computer turns off...operating system shutdown. Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Run programs made for an earlier Microsoft Windows operating system - In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. If a program is designed for previous versions of Microsoft Windows operating system. Run the Program Compatibility Wizard. Solving Problems If the computer...
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... Support options, Customer Support, Tours and Training, Online Tools, Owner's Manual, Warranty Information, FAQs, and so on the screen to DownloadStore.dell.com/media. 2. Create recovery media, launch recovery tool, and online file backup. Go to register and download the software... Follow the instructions on . Reinstall the software or create a backup media for reinstallation or create your system performance. My Dell Downloads NOTE: My Dell Downloads may not be available in all regions. This software is available on your service contracts, warranty information, and warranty renewal...
... Support options, Customer Support, Tours and Training, Online Tools, Owner's Manual, Warranty Information, FAQs, and so on the screen to DownloadStore.dell.com/media. 2. Create recovery media, launch recovery tool, and online file backup. Go to register and download the software... Follow the instructions on . Reinstall the software or create a backup media for reinstallation or create your system performance. My Dell Downloads NOTE: My Dell Downloads may not be available in all regions. This software is available on your service contracts, warranty information, and warranty renewal...
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... settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state. In the event that System Restore makes to your computer are an administrator on the screen. NOTE: The User Account Control window may undo the last system restore. 69 Any changes that System Restore did not resolve the issue, you may...
... settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state. In the event that System Restore makes to your computer are an administrator on the screen. NOTE: The User Account Control window may undo the last system restore. 69 Any changes that System Restore did not resolve the issue, you may...
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... Operating System 6. Click Upgrade Now! 3. Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on the screen. 72 Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional may take an hour or... more information, see knowledge base article 353560 at the time of the data to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional: 1....
... Operating System 6. Click Upgrade Now! 3. Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on the screen. 72 Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional may take an hour or... more information, see knowledge base article 353560 at the time of the data to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional: 1....
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...options installed on your computer. • Hard drive failure that you backup your data files before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, to return your hard drive to the operating state it is recommended that prevents data... from the list and press . 4. Restoring Your Operating System To restore the Dell factory-installed software of : • Operating system failure that prevents the use the system recovery media, ... and try again. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. 73 Use the system recovery media in when you see the Microsoft Windows desktop;
...options installed on your computer. • Hard drive failure that you backup your data files before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup, to return your hard drive to the operating state it is recommended that prevents data... from the list and press . 4. Restoring Your Operating System To restore the Dell factory-installed software of : • Operating system failure that prevents the use the system recovery media, ... and try again. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. 73 Use the system recovery media in when you see the Microsoft Windows desktop;