Dell N7010, 7HR9P, P08E series Using Support Tools, Dell Support Center, About Your System System

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Using Support Tools

Dell Support Center

The Dell Support Center helps you find the service, support, and system-specific information you need.

To launch the application, click the icon in the taskbar.

The Dell Support Center home page displays your computer’s model number, service tag, express service code, and service contact information.

The home page also provides links to access:

Self Help (Troubleshooting, Security, System Performance, Network/Internet, Backup/ Recovery, and Windows operating system)

		INSPIRON
Alerts (technical support alerts
relevant to your computer)

Assistance from Dell (Technical
Support with DellConnect™,
Customer Service, Training and
Tutorials, How-To Help with
Solution Station™, and Online
Scan with PC CheckUp)

About Your System (System
Documentation, Warranty
Information, System Information,
Upgrades & Accessories)

For more information about Dell Support Center
and available support tools, click the Services
tab at support.dell.com.

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Contents Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE February 2010 P/N 7HR9P Rev. A01 Contents Index Before Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Inspiron LaptopConnect 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 Wlan Set Up Wireless Display OptionalConnect to the Internet Optional Click Start → Connect To Setting Up a Wired ConnectionSetting Up a Wireless Connection Click Start → Control Panel Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionConnect to the Internet window appears Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Right View Features Using Your Inspiron LaptopUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Left View Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Back View Features Front View Features Battery Status Light Status Lights and IndicatorsIndicator light status Computer states Power Button Light/Power Indicator LightComputer Base and Keyboard Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Scroll Touch Pad GesturesZoom Multimedia Control Keys System Setup Bios UtilityWindows 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 FastAccess Facial Recognition Software FeaturesStart → Programs→ FastAccess Productivity and CommunicationEntertainment and Multimedia Dell DataSafe Online BackupAdd a Category Dell DockAdd an Icon Remove a Category or IconBeep Codes Solving ProblemsBeep Code Possible Problem Wired Connections Network ProblemsWireless Connections Power Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message Memory ProblemsIf a program stops responding Click ApplicationsTo run the Program Compatability Wizard If you have other software problems Dell Support Center Using Support ToolsAbout Your System System Tab at support.dell.comSystem Messages My Dell DownloadsUsing Support Tools Click Start → Help and Support Dell DiagnosticsHardware Troubleshooter If PSA is invoked Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveIf PSA is not invoked Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc Option Use Restoring Your Operating SystemUndoing the Last System Restore System RestoreStarting System Restore Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic Dell DataSafe Local BackupClick Upgrade Now Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup ProfessionalSystem Recovery Media Dell Factory Image Restore Confirm Data Deletion screen appears Starting Dell Factory Image RestoreGetting Help DellConnect Technical Support Customer ServiceDell Support e-mail addresses Online ServicesDell Support websites Product Information Automated Order-Status ServiceReturning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Before You Call Locating Your Service TagDiagnostic Checklist For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL Contacting DellGetting Help If you need to See Finding More Information and ResourcesDell Support Center. To launch the Dell If you need toComputer Model SpecificationsProcessor System ChipsetMedia Card Reader ConnectorsVideo CommunicationsAudio Keyboard CameraTouch Pad DisplayAC Adapter BatteryPhysical Storage To 95% Computer EnvironmentMacrovision Product Notice AppendixRegulatory Electricity Model number Voltage Frequency ImporterIndex Index USB 25 Page Page 07HR9PA01