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™
INSPIRON
SETUP GUIDE
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™ INSPIRON SETUP GUIDE Regulatory model: P11G series Regulatory type: P11G001
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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. __________________ Info
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Contents Back View Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop. . . . . . . . . .5 Before Setting Up Your Computer . . . . . . . . . 5 Status Lights and Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Computer Base and Keyboard Connect the AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Connect the Network Cable (Optional) . . . . . 7 Touch Pad Gestures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Contents Memory Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Online Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Lockups and Software Problems . . . . . . . . . 49 Automated Order‑Status Service . . . . . . . . . 70 Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Using Support Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Returning Items for Repair Under Dell Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Warranty or for Credit . . . . . . . . .
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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 computer Before Setting Up Your in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is powered on. Computer Restricting the airflow can damage the When positioning your computer, ensure that computer or cause a fire. The computer you allow
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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 an electrical 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. 6
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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 the Operating System Your Dell computer is preconfigured with the operating system you selected at the time of purchase. Set Up Microsoft Windows ® ® To set up Microsoft 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 con
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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 64. 11
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: Installing a SIM is not required if you are using an EVDO card to access the Internet. Installing a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card on your computer allows you to connect to the Internet. To access the Internet you must be within the network of your cellular service provider. To install the SIM card: 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Remove the battery (see “Removing and Replacing the Battery” on page 40). 3. In the batt
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 1 battery bay 2 SIM card slot 3 SIM card 3 2 1 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 “Specifications” on page 78. 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 the ke
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To set up wireless display on your computer: Set Up Wireless Display 1. Ensure that your computer is turned on. (Optional) 2. Ensure that wireless is enabled (see “Enable NOTE: Wireless display may not be or Disable Wireless” on page 14). supported on all computers. 3. Connect the wireless display adapter to the TV. Wireless display can only be set up on NOTE: The wireless display adapter does computers with: not ship with your computer and must be ® ™ purc
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To enable wireless display: Connect to the Internet ® 1. Click the Intel Wireless Display icon on (Optional) the desktop. ® The Intel Wireless Display window To connect to the Internet, you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet appears. Service Provider (ISP). 2. Select Connect to Existing Adapter. If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter NOTE: For more information about wireless is not a part of your original order, you can displa
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up a Wired Connection Setting Up a Wireless Connection • If you are using a dial‑up connection, NOTE: To set up your wireless router, see connect the telephone line to the optional the documentation that shipped with your external USB modem and to the telephone router. wall connector before you set up your Before you can use your wireless Internet Internet connection. connection, you need to connect to your • If you are using a DSL or cable/satellit
