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SETUP GUIDE
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™ INSPIRON SETUP GUIDE Regulatory model: P07G series Regulatory type: P07G002
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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 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 Removing and Replacing the Bat
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Contents Using Support Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Dell Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Before You Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 My Dell Downloads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Contacting Dell. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Finding More I
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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 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 61. 11
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional) 12
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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 76. To enable wireless: 1. Ensure that your computer is turned on. 2. Press the wireless key on the function key row on the keyboard. A confirmation of your selection appears on the screen. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled To disable wireless: Press the
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up a Wired Connection Connect to the Internet • If you are using a dial‑up connection, (Optional) connect the telephone line to the optional To connect to the Internet, you need an external external USB modem and to the telephone modem or network connection and an Internet wall connector before you set up your Service Provider (ISP). Internet connection. If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter • If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite is not
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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, see computer (see “Enable or Disable Wireless” the documentation that shipped with your on page 12). 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. 1. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. If you cannot connect to the Internet but have successfully connected in the past, the ISP 2. Click Start → Control Panel. might have a service outage. Contact your ISP 3. In the search box, type network, and then t
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Windows 7 1. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. In the search box, type network, and then click Network and Sharing Center→ Set up a new connection or network→ Connect to the Internet. The Connect to the Internet window appears. NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 4. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup informat
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop ™ This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron laptop. Right View Features 1 2 3 4 18 INSPIRON
