Dell PP38L, 1410, Y727H setup guide Before You Call, Diagnostic Checklist

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Before You Call

NOTE: Have your Express Service Code ready when you call. The code helps Dell’s automated-support telephone system direct your call more efficiently. You may also be asked for your Service Tag (located on the back or bottom of your computer).

Remember to fill out the following Diagnostics Checklist. If possible, turn on your computer before you call Dell for assistance and call from a telephone at or near the computer. You may be asked to type some commands at the keyboard, relay detailed information during operations, or try other troubleshooting steps possible only at the computer itself. Ensure that the computer documentation is available.

Getting Help

Diagnostic Checklist

Name:

Date:

Address:

Phone number:

Service Tag (bar code on the back or bottom of the computer):

Express Service Code:

Return Material Authorization Number (if provided by Dell support technician):

Operating system and version:

Devices:

Expansion cards:

Are you connected to a network? Yes /No

Network, version, and network adapter:

Programs and versions:

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Contents Inspiron Page Model PP38L SETUP GUIDESeptember Y727H Contents Getting Help Connect the AC Adapter About Your ComputerConnect to the Internet Optional Press the Power Button Windows Vista SetupConnect the Network Cable 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 optionsCheck the cable to ensure it is plugged in and not damaged Solving ProblemsNetwork Problems 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 Alerts technical support alerts relevant to your computer Using Support ToolsDell Support Center 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 Before you Begin Windows Operating System ReinstallationRestoring Your Operating System Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears Reinstalling Windows VistaGetting Help Fill out the Diagnostic Checklist onDell Support websites Technical Support and Customer ServiceOnline Services Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail addresses AutoTech ServiceAutomated Order-Status Service Product InformationBefore You Call Diagnostic ChecklistVisit support.dell.com Contacting DellGetting 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 Audio Amplifier Volume controls Program menusCompliant connectors Video Hole connector Ieee Pin miniTouchpad DisplayAC Adapter BatteryKeyboard Computer Environment PhysicalIndex Index Program Compatibility Wizard Page Page 0Y727HA01