Dell 1410, Y727H, PP38L setup guide Contacting Dell, Visit support.dell.com

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Getting Help

See your operating system documentation to determine the contents of the computer’s start-up files. If the computer is connected to a printer, print each file. Otherwise, record the contents of each file before calling Dell.

•Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code:

•Description of problem and troubleshooting procedures you performed:

Contacting Dell

NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog.

Dell provides several online and telephone- based support and service options. Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be available in your area.

To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues:

1.Visit support.dell.com.

2.Verify your country or region in the Choose A Country/Region drop-down menu at the bottom of the page.

3.Click Contact Us on the left side of the page.

4.Select the appropriate service or support link based on your need.

5.Choose the method of contacting Dell that is convenient for you.

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Contents Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE Model PP38LSeptember Y727H Contents Getting Help About Your Computer Connect the AC AdapterPress the Power Button Windows Vista Setup Connect the Network Cable optionalConnect to the Internet Optional Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection Setting Up a Wireless ConnectionFollow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionTransferring Information to a New Computer Using Your Inspiron Laptop Device Status LightsEnabled Uppercase letter Caps Lock key is enabledKeyboard Status Lights Lights located above the keyboard indicate the followingRight Side Features Optical drive eject button Opens the optical driveLeft Side Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base and Display Features Audio Out/ Headphone connectorTouch pad buttons Provide left- Right-click functions like those on a mouseRemoving and Replacing Battery Software Features Customizing Your Energy SettingsProductivity and Communication Entertainment and MultimediaMicrosoft Windows Vista provides three default options Backing Up Your DataSolving Problems Network ProblemsCheck the cable to ensure it is plugged in and not damaged Power Problems Solving ProblemsMemory Problems Lockups and Software ProblemsIf you receive an insufficient memory message If a program stops responding End the programClick the program that is no longer responding Click End TaskIf the computer stops responding To perform an operating system shutdownIf you have other software problems Using Support Tools Dell Support CenterAlerts technical support alerts relevant to your computer 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 Windows Operating System Reinstallation Restoring Your Operating SystemBefore you Begin Reinstalling Windows Vista Click Exit if the Install Windows message appearsFill out the Diagnostic Checklist on Getting HelpTechnical Support and Customer Service Online ServicesDell Support websites AutoTech Service Automated Order-Status ServiceProduct Information Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail addressesDiagnostic Checklist Before You CallContacting Dell Visit support.dell.comGetting 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 Amplifier Volume controls Program menus Compliant connectorsVideo Hole connector Ieee Pin mini AudioDisplay TouchpadBattery KeyboardAC Adapter Physical Computer EnvironmentIndex Index Program Compatibility Wizard Page Page 0Y727HA01