Dell 7HR9P, N7010, P08E series, P08E001 Network Problems, Wireless Connections, Wired Connections

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Solving Problems

Network Problems

Wireless Connections

If the wireless network connection is lost —

The wireless router is offline or wireless has been disabled on the computer.

•Ensure that wireless is enabled (see “Enable or Disable Wireless” on page 14).

•Check your wireless router to ensure it is powered on and connected to your data source (cable modem or network hub).

•Re-establish your connection to the wireless router (see “Setting Up a Wireless Connection” on page 18).

•Interference may be blocking or interrupting your wireless connection. Try moving the computer closer to your wireless router.

Wired Connections

If the wired network connection is lost — The cable is loose or damaged.

•Check the cable to ensure it is plugged in and not damaged.

•If the problem persists, contact your network administrator or ISP.

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Contents Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE February 2010 P/N 7HR9P Rev. A01 Contents Index Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Before Setting Up Your ComputerConnect the AC Adapter Connect the Network Cable Optional Press the Power Button Set Up Microsoft Windows Create System Recovery Media Recommended Follow the instructions on the screen Install the SIM Card Optional Battery bay SIM card slot Enable or Disable Wireless Optional Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Wireless Display Optional WlanConnect to the Internet Optional Setting Up a Wired Connection Setting Up a Wireless ConnectionClick Start → Connect To Setting Up Your Internet Connection Click Start → Control PanelConnect to the Internet window appears Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Using Your Inspiron Laptop Right View FeaturesUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Left View Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Back View Features Front View Features Status Lights and Indicators Battery Status LightPower Button Light/Power Indicator Light Indicator light status Computer statesComputer Base and Keyboard Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Touch Pad Gestures ScrollZoom System Setup Bios Utility Multimedia Control KeysWindows Mobility Center Function Key Row, select Function Key or Multimedia KeyUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Using the Optical Drive Disc Spindle Optical drive tray Eject button Display Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery Battery lock latch Battery release latch Software Features FastAccess Facial RecognitionStart → Programs→ FastAccess Productivity and Communication Dell DataSafe Online Backup Entertainment and MultimediaDell Dock Add a CategoryAdd an Icon Remove a Category or IconSolving Problems Beep Code Possible ProblemBeep Codes Network Problems Wireless ConnectionsWired Connections Power Problems Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory messageIf a program stops responding Click ApplicationsTo run the Program Compatability Wizard If you have other software problems Using Support Tools Dell Support CenterAbout Your System System Tab at support.dell.comMy Dell Downloads System MessagesUsing Support Tools Dell Diagnostics Hardware TroubleshooterClick Start → Help and Support Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive If PSA is invokedIf PSA is not invoked Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc Restoring Your Operating System Option UseSystem Restore Starting System RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Dell DataSafe Local Backup Dell DataSafe Local Backup BasicUpgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional Click Upgrade NowSystem Recovery Media Dell Factory Image Restore Starting Dell Factory Image Restore Confirm Data Deletion screen appearsGetting Help Technical Support Customer Service DellConnectOnline Services Dell Support websitesDell Support e-mail addresses Automated Order-Status Service Product InformationReturning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Locating Your Service Tag Before You CallDiagnostic Checklist Contacting Dell For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELLGetting Help Finding More Information and Resources If you need to SeeIf you need to Dell Support Center. To launch the DellSpecifications Computer ModelProcessor System ChipsetConnectors Media Card ReaderCommunications AudioVideo Camera KeyboardTouch Pad DisplayBattery AC AdapterPhysical Computer Environment Storage To 95%Appendix Macrovision Product NoticeImporter Regulatory Electricity Model number Voltage FrequencyIndex Index USB 25 Page Page 07HR9PA01