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... AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up the Operating System 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 16 Right View Features 16 Left View Features 17 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 18 Status Lights and Indicators 20 Back View Features 21 Touch Pad Gestures 22 Display Features 24 Removing and Replacing the Battery 26 Software Features 28 Dell Dock 29 Dell DataSafe Online Backup...
... AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up the Operating System 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 16 Right View Features 16 Left View Features 17 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 18 Status Lights and Indicators 20 Back View Features 21 Touch Pad Gestures 22 Display Features 24 Removing and Replacing the Battery 26 Software Features 28 Dell Dock 29 Dell DataSafe Online Backup...
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... at support.dell.com. Set Up Ubuntu To set up an Internet connection. Doing so may take you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for more information on the screen. NOTE: For more operating system specific information. 9 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is recommended that you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Microsoft® Windows®...
... at support.dell.com. Set Up Ubuntu To set up an Internet connection. Doing so may take you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for more information on the screen. NOTE: For more operating system specific information. 9 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the Operating System Your Dell computer is recommended that you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Microsoft® Windows®...
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... when you set up Microsoft Windows. Use an external optical drive or any external storage device for the procedures that you create a 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™ NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 10 You can be used to restore your computer to the operating state...
... when you set up Microsoft Windows. Use an external optical drive or any external storage device for the procedures that you create a 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™ NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 10 You can be used to restore your computer to the operating state...
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Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 6). 2. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 50. 11 Follow the instructions on the screen. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1.
Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 6). 2. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 50. 11 Follow the instructions on the screen. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1.
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... external USB modem (optional) and to a network. 5. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the Internet, you need to connect to your wireless router. Click Start → Control Panel. 4. Ensure that shipped with your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in "Setting Up Your Internet Connection" on the screen to a wireless router: 1. Follow the instructions on page 15. 14 Setting Up a Wireless Connection NOTE: To set up your router. If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is enabled...
... external USB modem (optional) and to a network. 5. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the Internet, you need to connect to your wireless router. Click Start → Control Panel. 4. Ensure that shipped with your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in "Setting Up Your Internet Connection" on the screen to a wireless router: 1. Follow the instructions on page 15. 14 Setting Up a Wireless Connection NOTE: To set up your router. If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is enabled...
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... type of connection 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 the Internet but have a service outage. The Connect to complete the setup. 15 Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by country. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Setting Up Your Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by your Internet connection: 1. Save and close any open...
... type of connection 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 the Internet but have a service outage. The Connect to complete the setup. 15 Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by country. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Setting Up Your Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by your Internet connection: 1. Save and close any open...
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power button - The wireless enable or disable key, brightness increase and decrease keys, and the volume control keys are located in this row. 3 Power/Battery status light - Provide left -click by tapping the surface. CAUTION: To avoid loss of a mouse to move the cursor, drag or move selected items, and left -click and right-click functions like those on or off the computer while the hard drive activity light is powered using either...
Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power button - The wireless enable or disable key, brightness increase and decrease keys, and the volume control keys are located in this row. 3 Power/Battery status light - Provide left -click by tapping the surface. CAUTION: To avoid loss of a mouse to move the cursor, drag or move selected items, and left -click and right-click functions like those on or off the computer while the hard drive activity light is powered using either...
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After connecting to the Internet, you to disc, saved on portable products such as digital cameras and cell phones. Optional software applications enable you can be recorded to organize and create music and video files that can access websites, setup an e-mail account, upload and download files. Check your computer to watch videos, play games and listen to create presentations, brochures, greeting cards, fliers, and spreadsheets...
After connecting to the Internet, you to disc, saved on portable products such as digital cameras and cell phones. Optional software applications enable you can be recorded to organize and create music and video files that can access websites, setup an e-mail account, upload and download files. Check your computer to watch videos, play games and listen to create presentations, brochures, greeting cards, fliers, and spreadsheets...
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.... Follow the instructions on the Dock and click Delete shortcut or Delete category. 2. You can personalize the Dock by: • Adding or removing icons • Changing the color and location of the Dock • Grouping related icons into categories • Changing the behavior of icons that provides easy access to frequently-used applications, files, and folders. Enter a title...
.... Follow the instructions on the Dock and click Delete shortcut or Delete category. 2. You can personalize the Dock by: • Adding or removing icons • Changing the color and location of the Dock • Grouping related icons into categories • Changing the behavior of icons that provides easy access to frequently-used applications, files, and folders. Enter a title...
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... using a password-protected account. You can access the service on your data and other important files from catastrophic incidents like theft, fire, or natural disasters. For more information, go to delldatasafe.com. To schedule backups: 1. Dell DataSafe Online is recommended for fast upload/download speeds. Double click the Dell DataSafe Online icon on the screen. 30 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup...
... using a password-protected account. You can access the service on your data and other important files from catastrophic incidents like theft, fire, or natural disasters. For more information, go to delldatasafe.com. To schedule backups: 1. Dell DataSafe Online is recommended for fast upload/download speeds. Double click the Dell DataSafe Online icon on the screen. 30 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup...
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... Display failure 31 BIOS ROM checksum failure Two No RAM detected NOTE: If you cannot solve your computer. Beep Codes Your computer might emit a series of beeps during start-up if there are errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. If this occurs, write down the beep code and contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. If you installed or replaced the memory module...
... Display failure 31 BIOS ROM checksum failure Two No RAM detected NOTE: If you cannot solve your computer. Beep Codes Your computer might emit a series of beeps during start-up if there are errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. If this occurs, write down the beep code and contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. If you installed or replaced the memory module...
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... responding. • Press a key on the keyboard, move the connected mouse or a finger on the touch pad, or press the power button to verify that the computer turns on properly. • Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 61). 33 If the power light is solid white and...
... responding. • Press a key on the keyboard, move the connected mouse or a finger on the touch pad, or press the power button to verify that the computer turns on properly. • Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 61). 33 If the power light is solid white and...
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... any open programs you are : • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables. • Too many devices connected to a power strip. • Multiple power strips connected to see "Contacting Dell" on page 61). 34 If you experience other signals. Solving Problems If you encounter interference that resolves the problem. • See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on...
... any open programs you are : • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables. • Too many devices connected to a power strip. • Multiple power strips connected to see "Contacting Dell" on page 61). 34 If you experience other signals. Solving Problems If you encounter interference that resolves the problem. • See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on...
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... computer through the Start menu. • Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for troubleshooting information: --Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run the Program Compatibility Wizard: 1. The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that is compatible with the operating system installed on the screen. Follow the instructions on your files immediately. • Use a virus-scanning...
... computer through the Start menu. • Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for troubleshooting information: --Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run the Program Compatibility Wizard: 1. The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that is compatible with the operating system installed on the screen. Follow the instructions on your files immediately. • Use a virus-scanning...
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... bootable partition on hard drive, the hard drive cable is loose, or no bootable device exists. • If the hard drive is your hard drive or at checkpoint [nnnn]. For help in resolving this problem, please note this system have failed at support.dell.com/manuals). CMOS checksum error - Possible system board failure or RTC battery low. Hard-disk drive failure - Keyboard failure or loose cable. Hard-disk drive read failure - No boot device available - No timer tick interrupt - Using Support...
... bootable partition on hard drive, the hard drive cable is loose, or no bootable device exists. • If the hard drive is your hard drive or at checkpoint [nnnn]. For help in resolving this problem, please note this system have failed at support.dell.com/manuals). CMOS checksum error - Possible system board failure or RTC battery low. Hard-disk drive failure - Keyboard failure or loose cable. Hard-disk drive read failure - No boot device available - No timer tick interrupt - Using Support...
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... Hardware Troubleshooter: 1. Type hardware troubleshooter in "Lockups and Software Problems" on Dell computers. In the search results, select the option that you experience a problem with your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities disc. 40 Using Support Tools Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during POST (Power On Self Test) to enter the System Setup (BIOS) utility. Ensure that the device that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. To start the search. 3. Start...
... Hardware Troubleshooter: 1. Type hardware troubleshooter in "Lockups and Software Problems" on Dell computers. In the search results, select the option that you experience a problem with your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities disc. 40 Using Support Tools Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during POST (Power On Self Test) to enter the System Setup (BIOS) utility. Ensure that the device that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. To start the search. 3. Start...
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... operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you want to run. 43 Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the numbered list. Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc. 2. then, shut down and restart the computer. When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW and press . 4. Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc NOTE: Your computer does not have an internal optical drive...
... operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you want to run. 43 Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the numbered list. Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc. 2. then, shut down and restart the computer. When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW and press . 4. Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc NOTE: Your computer does not have an internal optical drive...
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... a diagnostic program for your computer "Dell Diagnostics" on page 40 reinstall system software "My Dell Downloads" on page 38 find more about the Microsoft® Windows® operating system and features support.dell.com upgrade your computer with new or additional memory, or a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void...
... a diagnostic program for your computer "Dell Diagnostics" on page 40 reinstall system software "My Dell Downloads" on page 38 find more about the Microsoft® Windows® operating system and features support.dell.com upgrade your computer with new or additional memory, or a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void...
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NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your desktop. Computer Model Dell™ Inspiron™ 1018 Computer Information Processor type Intel® Atom™ System chipset Intel NM10 Express Memory Memory module connector Memory module capacities Configurations possible Memory type one SODIMM connector 1 GB and 2 GB 1 GB and 2 GB PC3-10600 (DDR3 1333 MHz) SODIMM 64 For more information regarding the configuration of your...
NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your desktop. Computer Model Dell™ Inspiron™ 1018 Computer Information Processor type Intel® Atom™ System chipset Intel NM10 Express Memory Memory module connector Memory module capacities Configurations possible Memory type one SODIMM connector 1 GB and 2 GB 1 GB and 2 GB PC3-10600 (DDR3 1333 MHz) SODIMM 64 For more information regarding the configuration of your...
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Hardware Troubleshooter 40 help getting assistance and support 54 I Internet connection 14 ISP Internet Service Provider 14 M memory problems solving 34 N network connection fixing 32 P power problems, solving 33 power strips, using 6 products information and purchasing 57 R resources, finding more 62 restoring factory image 47, 51 S setting up internet connection internet connection 15 shipping products for return or repair 58 Index 73
Hardware Troubleshooter 40 help getting assistance and support 54 I Internet connection 14 ISP Internet Service Provider 14 M memory problems solving 34 N network connection fixing 32 P power problems, solving 33 power strips, using 6 products information and purchasing 57 R resources, finding more 62 restoring factory image 47, 51 S setting up internet connection internet connection 15 shipping products for return or repair 58 Index 73