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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 ... Optical Drive (Optional 16 Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional 17 Connect to the Internet (Optional 17 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 20 Right View Features 20 Left View Features 22 Back View Features 24 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 26 Status Lights... Keys 32 Display Features 34 Removing and Replacing the Battery 36 Software Features 38 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 39 Dell Stage (Optional 40 Dell Dock (Optional 42 3
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 ... Optical Drive (Optional 16 Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional 17 Connect to the Internet (Optional 17 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 20 Right View Features 20 Left View Features 22 Back View Features 24 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 26 Status Lights... Keys 32 Display Features 34 Removing and Replacing the Battery 36 Software Features 38 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 39 Dell Stage (Optional 40 Dell Dock (Optional 42 3
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INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your computer, ensure that you allow dust to overheat. You should never... the fan when the computer gets hot. Do not place your Dell computer in an enclosed space, such as carpets or rugs, while it to accumulate in permanent damage to place your laptop may result in the air vents. Restricting the airflow can damage the... a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to the computer. 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your Dell Inspiron laptop.
INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting up your computer, ensure that you allow dust to overheat. You should never... the fan when the computer gets hot. Do not place your Dell computer in an enclosed space, such as carpets or rugs, while it to accumulate in permanent damage to place your laptop may result in the air vents. Restricting the airflow can damage the... a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to the computer. 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your Dell Inspiron laptop.
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However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6 WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or permanent damage to the computer and then plug it into an electrical outlet or surge protector.
However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6 WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or permanent damage to the computer and then plug it into an electrical outlet or surge protector.
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the Network Cable (Optional) To use a wired network connection, connect the network cable. 7
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the Network Cable (Optional) To use a wired network connection, connect the network cable. 7
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Press the Power Button 8
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Press the Power Button 8
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...For more information on the screen. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer available at support.dell.com. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. NOTE: For optimal performance of your... computer, it is recommended that you will take some time to support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 9 Doing so may take you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences,... and features, go to complete. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Microsoft Windows To set up an Internet connection.
...For more information on the screen. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer available at support.dell.com. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. NOTE: For optimal performance of your... computer, it is recommended that you will take some time to support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 9 Doing so may take you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences,... and features, go to complete. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Microsoft Windows To set up an Internet connection.
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The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). You can be used to restore your computer to the ...need of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc (optional) NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 10 NOTE: Your computer does not have left the computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that involve...
The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). You can be used to restore your computer to the ...need of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc (optional) NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 10 NOTE: Your computer does not have left the computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that involve...
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... "Connect the AC Adapter" 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 the screen. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create system recovery media: 1.
... "Connect the AC Adapter" 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 the screen. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create system recovery media: 1.
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... an EVDO card to the Internet. Replace the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on your computer. 2. Turn on page 36). 5. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: Installing a SIM card is not required if you must be within the network of your computer. To install the...
... an EVDO card to the Internet. Replace the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on your computer. 2. Turn on page 36). 5. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: Installing a SIM card is not required if you must be within the network of your computer. To install the...
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional) 14
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional) 14
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To enable or disable wireless: 1. The current status of the wireless radios appears on the keyboard. Press the < > key again to switch between the wireless enabled or disabled states. 15 Press the < > key on the function key row on the screen. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. Ensure that your computer is turned on. 2.
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To enable or disable wireless: 1. The current status of the wireless radios appears on the keyboard. Press the < > key again to switch between the wireless enabled or disabled states. 15 Press the < > key on the function key row on the screen. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. Ensure that your computer is turned on. 2.
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Use an external optical drive for procedures that involve discs. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the External Optical Drive (Optional) NOTE: Your computer does not have an internal optical drive. Connect the external optical drive to the USB connectors on your computer. 16
Use an external optical drive for procedures that involve discs. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the External Optical Drive (Optional) NOTE: Your computer does not have an internal optical drive. Connect the external optical drive to the USB connectors on your computer. 16
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional) NOTE: Availability of your original order, you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the Internet, you can purchase one from dell.com. 17 Follow the instructions on the screen. To set up the TV tuner: 1. Click Start → All Programs→ Windows Media Center. 2. If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is not a part of the TV tuner may vary by region.
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional) NOTE: Availability of your original order, you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the Internet, you can purchase one from dell.com. 17 Follow the instructions on the screen. To set up the TV tuner: 1. Click Start → All Programs→ Windows Media Center. 2. If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is not a part of the TV tuner may vary by region.
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... wireless is enabled on your computer (see the documentation that shipped with your router. Follow the instructions on the screen to a network. 5. 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 modem and to the...
... wireless is enabled on your computer (see the documentation that shipped with your router. Follow the instructions on the screen to a network. 5. 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 modem and to the...
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... window appears. Have your country. The Connect to check the service status, or try connecting again later. NOTE: If you get one. 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. In the search box, type network...
... window appears. Have your country. The Connect to check the service status, or try connecting again later. NOTE: If you get one. 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. In the search box, type network...
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INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron laptop. Right View Features 1 23 4 5 6 20
INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron laptop. Right View Features 1 23 4 5 6 20
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.... 6 AC adapter connector - In such cases, turn off or in sleep state. Connects to a powered speaker or sound system. 3 Audio in connector (optional) - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Antenna-in /Microphone connector - Connects to an external antenna to power the computer and charge the battery. 21 The USB Powershare feature allows you turn...
.... 6 AC adapter connector - In such cases, turn off or in sleep state. Connects to a powered speaker or sound system. 3 Audio in connector (optional) - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Antenna-in /Microphone connector - Connects to an external antenna to power the computer and charge the battery. 21 The USB Powershare feature allows you turn...
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... other particles. NOTE: For a monitor without built-in the media card slot. For information on supported memory cards, see "Specifications" on memory cards. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Network connector - Save the blank for both multi-channel digital audio and video signals. NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in speakers, only...
... other particles. NOTE: For a monitor without built-in the media card slot. For information on supported memory cards, see "Specifications" on memory cards. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Network connector - Save the blank for both multi-channel digital audio and video signals. NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in speakers, only...
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Attaches a commercially available security cable to a monitor or projector. 25 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Security cable slot - NOTE: Before you buy a security cable, ensure that it fits into the security cable slot on your computer. 2 VGA connector - Connects to the computer.
Attaches a commercially available security cable to a monitor or projector. 25 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Security cable slot - NOTE: Before you buy a security cable, ensure that it fits into the security cable slot on your computer. 2 VGA connector - Connects to the computer.
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features 1 2 34 5 6 26
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features 1 2 34 5 6 26