Dell PP38L, 1410, Y727H setup guide Left Side Features

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Using Your Inspiron Laptop

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CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate

in the air vents. Do not store your Dell™ computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire. The computer turns on the fan when the computer gets hot. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer.

1Air vents – The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from overheating. The fan automatically turns on when the computer gets hot. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer.

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2Security cable slot – Attaches a commercially available antitheft device to the computer.

NOTE: Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it works with the security cable slot on your computer.

3 VGA connector – Connects to a monitor or projector.

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Contents Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE Model PP38LSeptember Y727H Contents Getting Help About Your Computer Connect the AC AdapterConnect to the Internet Optional Press the Power Button Windows Vista SetupConnect the Network Cable optional Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup Setting Up a Wired Internet ConnectionSetting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionTransferring Information to a New Computer Using Your Inspiron Laptop Device Status LightsKeyboard Status Lights EnabledUppercase letter Caps Lock key is enabled Lights located above the keyboard indicate the followingRight Side Features Optical drive eject button Opens the optical driveLeft Side Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Touch pad buttons Provide left- Computer Base and Display FeaturesAudio Out/ Headphone connector Right-click functions like those on a mouseRemoving and Replacing Battery Productivity and Communication Software FeaturesCustomizing Your Energy Settings Entertainment and MultimediaMicrosoft Windows Vista provides three default options Backing Up Your DataCheck the cable to ensure it is plugged in and not damaged Solving ProblemsNetwork Problems Power Problems Solving ProblemsIf you receive an insufficient memory message Memory ProblemsLockups and Software Problems If a program stops responding End the programIf the computer stops responding Click the program that is no longer respondingClick End Task To perform an operating system shutdownIf you have other software problems Alerts technical support alerts relevant to your computer Using Support ToolsDell Support Center System Messages Keyboard failure Keyboard failure or loose cableHardware Troubleshooter Click Start → Help and SupportDell Diagnostics Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveType 1 to start the CD menu and press Enter to proceed Before you Begin Windows Operating System ReinstallationRestoring Your Operating System Reinstalling Windows Vista Click Exit if the Install Windows message appearsFill out the Diagnostic Checklist on Getting HelpDell Support websites Technical Support and Customer ServiceOnline Services Product Information AutoTech ServiceAutomated Order-Status Service Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail addressesDiagnostic Checklist Before You CallContacting Dell Visit support.dell.comGetting Help At support.dell.com Finding More Information and ResourcesIf you need to See Finding More Information and Resources Processor Basic SpecificationsSystem Model Memory Video CommunicationsIn-1 Media Card Reader Video Hole connector Ieee Pin mini Amplifier Volume controls Program menusCompliant connectors AudioDisplay TouchpadAC Adapter BatteryKeyboard Physical Computer EnvironmentIndex Index Program Compatibility Wizard Page Page 0Y727HA01