Dell 1410, Y727H, PP38L setup guide Using Your Inspiron Laptop

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4 Network connector – Connects the computer to a network. The two lights next to the connector indicate status and activity for wired network connections.

For information on using the network adapter, see the device user’s guide supplied with your computer.

5 USB 2.0 connectors (2) – Connect to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player.

6IEEE 1394a connector– Connects devices supporting IEEE 1394a high-speed transfer rates, such as some digital video cameras.

Using Your Inspiron Laptop

73-in-1 media card reader – Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on the following digital memory cards:

•Secure Digital (SD) memory card

•Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) card

•Multimedia Card (MMC)

8PC Card Slot – Supports one PC Card, such as a modem or network adapter. The computer ships with a blank installed in the slot to prevent foreign matter from entering the computer interior when a card is not installed.

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Contents Inspiron Page Model PP38L SETUP GUIDESeptember Y727H Contents Getting Help Connect the AC Adapter About Your ComputerPress the Power Button Windows Vista Setup Connect the Network Cable optionalConnect to the Internet Optional Setting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up a Wired Internet ConnectionSetting Up a Wireless Connection Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setupTransferring Information to a New Computer Device Status Lights Using Your Inspiron LaptopLights located above the keyboard indicate the following EnabledUppercase letter Caps Lock key is enabled Keyboard Status LightsOptical drive eject button Opens the optical drive Right Side FeaturesLeft Side Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Right-click functions like those on a mouse Computer Base and Display FeaturesAudio Out/ Headphone connector Touch pad buttons Provide left-Removing and Replacing Battery Entertainment and Multimedia Software FeaturesCustomizing Your Energy Settings Productivity and CommunicationBacking Up Your Data Microsoft Windows Vista provides three default optionsSolving Problems Network ProblemsCheck the cable to ensure it is plugged in and not damaged Solving Problems Power ProblemsIf a program stops responding End the program Memory ProblemsLockups and Software Problems If you receive an insufficient memory messageTo perform an operating system shutdown Click the program that is no longer respondingClick End Task If the computer stops respondingIf you have other software problems Using Support Tools Dell Support CenterAlerts technical support alerts relevant to your computer Keyboard failure Keyboard failure or loose cable System MessagesClick Start → Help and Support Hardware TroubleshooterStarting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Dell DiagnosticsType 1 to start the CD menu and press Enter to proceed Windows Operating System Reinstallation Restoring Your Operating SystemBefore you Begin Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears Reinstalling Windows VistaGetting Help Fill out the Diagnostic Checklist onTechnical Support and Customer Service Online ServicesDell Support websites Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail addresses AutoTech ServiceAutomated Order-Status Service Product InformationBefore You Call Diagnostic ChecklistVisit support.dell.com Contacting DellGetting Help Finding More Information and Resources If you need to SeeAt support.dell.com Finding More Information and Resources Basic Specifications System ModelProcessor Memory Communications In-1 Media Card ReaderVideo Audio Amplifier Volume controls Program menusCompliant connectors Video Hole connector Ieee Pin miniTouchpad DisplayBattery KeyboardAC Adapter Computer Environment PhysicalIndex Index Program Compatibility Wizard Page Page 0Y727HA01