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INSPIRON
SETUP GUIDE
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™ INSPIRON SETUP GUIDE Regulatory model: P09G series Regulatory type: P09G001
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Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. ™ ® ® If you purchased a Dell n Series computer, any references in this document to Microsoft Windows operating systems are not applicable. __________________ Inf
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Contents Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop. . . . . . . . . .5 Touch Pad Gestures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Multimedia Control Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Before Setting Up Your Computer . . . . . . . . . 5 Connect the AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Using the Optical Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Connect the Network Cable (Optional) . . . . . 7 Display Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Dell Extended Battery Life .
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Contents Using Support Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Automated Order-Status Service . . . . . . . . . 67 Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Dell Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 My Dell Downloads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Before You Call. . . . . . . . .
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INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about setting WARNING: Do not block, push objects ™ ™ up your Dell Inspiron laptop. into, or allow dust to accumulate in ™ the air vents. Do not place your Dell Before Setting Up Your computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, or on fabric Computer surfaces, such as carpets or rugs, while When positioning your computer, ensure that it is powered on. Restricting the airflow you allow easy
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to the computer and then plug it into a wall outlet or surge protector. WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or permanent damage to your computer. NOTE: Connect the power cable to the adapter firmly and ensure
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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
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Press the Power Button 8
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Microsoft Windows ® ® Your Dell computer is preconfigured with Microsoft Windows operating system. To set up Windows for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. These steps are mandatory and may take some time to complete. The Windows setup screens will take you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up an Internet connection. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system’s se
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create a system recovery media as soon as you set up Microsoft Windows. The system recovery media can be used to restore your computer to the operating state it was in when you purchased the computer, while preserving data files (without the need of the Operating System disc). You can use the system recovery media if changes to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see “Connect the AC Adapter” on page 6). 2. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Follow the instructions on the screen. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see “System Recovery Media” on page 60. 11
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) Installing a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card allows you to browse the Internet, check e-mail, and connect to a Virtual Private Network. To access the Internet, you must be within the network of your cellular service provider. NOTE: Installing a SIM card is not required if you are using an EVDO card to access the Internet. To install the SIM card: 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Remove the battery (see “Removing and Replacin
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 1 SIM card 2 SIM card slot 3 battery bay 1 2 3 13
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional) 14
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop NOTE: The wireless feature is available on your computer only if you ordered a WLAN card at the time of purchase. For more information on the cards supported by your computer, see “Basic Specifications” on page 74. To enable wireless: 1. Ensure that your computer is turned on. 2. Press the wireless key on the keyboard. A confirmation of your selection appears on the screen. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled To disable wireless: Press the wireless key on
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up a Wired Connection Connect to the Internet • If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite (Optional) modem connection, contact your ISP To connect to the Internet, you need an external or cellular telephone service for setup modem or network connection and an Internet instructions. Service Provider (ISP). • If you are using a dial-up connection, If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter connect the telephone line to the optional is not a part of y
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop ® Windows 7 Setting Up a Wireless Connection 1. Ensure that wireless is enabled on your NOTE: To set up your wireless router, computer (see “Enable or Disable Wireless” see the documentation that shipped with on page 14). your router. 2. Save and close any open files, and exit any Before you can use your wireless Internet open programs. connection, you need to connect to your wireless router. 3. Click Start → Control Panel. To set up your connection to a
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up your Internet connection: Setting Up Your Internet Connection Windows Vista ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country. Contact your ISP for offerings available in your country. NOTE: The following instructions are applicable to the Windows default view, If you cannot connect to the Internet but have so they may not apply if you set your Dell™ successfully connected in the past, the ISP computer to the Windows Classic view. might have a service outage
