Dell 1427, F243R setup guide

Contents Inspiron Page Inspiron January F243R Contents Finding More Information and Resources Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Before Setting Up Your ComputerConnect the AC Adapter Connect the Network Cable Optional Press the Power Button Windows Vista Setup Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection in Windows VistaClick Start → Connect To Setting Up a Wireless Internet Connection in Windows VistaFollow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup Setting Up Your Internet Connection in Windows Vista Click Start → Control PanelUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Right Side ViewUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Left Side View VGA connector Connects to a monitor or projector PCI-Express Card slot Supports 54mm PCI- Express CardsFront view Status/Power light Power blue Back view Removing and Replacing the Battery Battery Battery release latch Battery lock switchEntertainment and Multimedia Software FeaturesProductivity and Communication Customizing the Desktop in Windows VistaPersonalize power settings Backing Up DataCheck the cable to ensure it is plugged in and not damaged TroubleshootingNetwork Problems Power Problems TroubleshootingIf you experience other memory problems Memory ProblemsLockups and Software Problems Run the Dell Diagnostics see the Dell Diagnostics onClick End Task If a program stops respondingClick Applications If the computer stops respondingComputer off If you have other software problemsIf a solid blue screen appears Turn Dell Diagnostics Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveRestoring Your Operating System You can restore your operating system in the following waysSystem Restore Click Undo my last restoration and click Next Starting System RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Click Next. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears Dell Factory Image RestoreSelect a keyboard layout and click Next To reinstall Windows, you need the following items Click Finish to reboot the systemReinstalling the Operating System Before you Begin Reinstalling Windows Vista Fill out the Diagnostic Checklist on Getting HelpDell Support e-mail addresses Technical Support and Customer ServiceOnline Services · ftp. dell. com Product InformationAnonymous file transfer protocol FTP Diagnostic Checklist Before You CallContacting Dell Visit support. dell. comFinding More Information and Resources If you need to SeeComputer Find safety/best practices information for yourAccess technical support and product help Homepage atProcessor SpecificationsSystem Model Dell Inspiron MemoryWidth Flash Eprom PCI Bus Bits Computer InformationBuses CommunicationsPorts and Connectors AudioViewing Angles DisplaySize KeyboardTouch pad BatteryCamera optional Charge time approximateAC Adapter Temperature rangeDimensions Operating To 35C 41 to 95F Storage 20 to 60C To 149F Physical58 kg 5 lb Storage To 95% Computer EnvironmentRelative humidity maximum Operating 10% to 90% Altitude maximumIndex Network connection Fixing Setup Memory problems ProductsSetup Power problemsIndex Page 0F243RA00