Dell P09G001, 1464, YXKVH, P09G series setup guide Getting Help

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INSPIRON

Getting Help

If you experience a problem with your computer, you can complete the following steps to diagnose and troubleshoot the problem:

1.See “Solving Problems” on page 41 for information and procedures that pertain to the problem your computer is experiencing.

2.See the Dell Technology Guide available on your hard drive or at support.dell.com/manuals for more troubleshooting information.

3.See “Dell Diagnostics” on page 52 for procedures on how to run Dell Diagnostics.

4.Fill out the “Diagnostic Checklist” on page 70.

5.Use Dell’s extensive suite of online services available at Dell Support (support.dell.com) for help with installation and troubleshooting procedures. See “Online Services” on page 66 for a more extensive list of Dell Support online.

6.If the preceding steps have not resolved the problem, see “Before You Call” on page 69.

NOTE: Call Dell Support from a telephone near or at the computer so that the support staff can assist you with any necessary procedures.

NOTE: Dell’s Express Service Code system may not be available in all countries.

When prompted by Dell’s automated telephone system, enter your Express Service Code to route the call directly to the proper support personnel. If you do not have an Express Service Code, open the Dell Accessories folder, double-click the Express Service Code icon, and follow the directions.

NOTE: Some of the services are not always available in all locations outside the continental U.S. Call your local Dell representative for information on availability.

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Contents Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE March 2010 P/N Yxkvh Rev. A00 Contents Index Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Before Setting Up Your ComputerConnect the AC Adapter Connect the Network Cable Optional Press the Power Button Set Up Microsoft Windows Create System Recovery Media Recommended Follow the instructions on the screen Install the SIM Card Optional SIM card SIM card slot Battery bay Enable or Disable Wireless Optional Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up a Wired Connection Connect to the Internet OptionalSetting Up a Wireless Connection Click Start → Connect ToClick Start → Control Panel Setting Up Your Internet Connection Connect to the Internet window appearsSetting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Using Your Inspiron Laptop Right View FeaturesUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Left View Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Front View Features Battery Computer Base and Keyboard Features Power button Turns the computer on or off when pressed Touch Pad Gestures ScrollZoom Windows Mobility Center System Setup Bios UtilityMultimedia Control Keys Function Key Row, select Function Key or Multimedia KeyUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Using the Optical Drive Disc Spindle Optical drive tray Eject button Display Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Extended Battery Life pop-up appears Click Show Settings Dell Extended Battery LifeRemoving and Replacing the Battery Click What is Dell Extended Battery Life?Using Your Inspiron Laptop Software Features Productivity and CommunicationEntertainment and Multimedia Add an Icon Dell DockAdd a Category Remove a Category or IconDell DataSafe Online Backup Solving Problems Beep Code Possible ProblemBeep Codes Network Problems Wireless ConnectionsWired Connections Power Problems Solving Problems Memory Problems If you experience other memory problemsIf you receive an insufficient memory message If a program stops responding Click ApplicationsClick End Task To run the Program Compatibility Wizard Assistance from Dell Technical Using Support ToolsDell Support Center About Your System SystemMy Dell Downloads System MessagesUsing Support Tools Hardware Troubleshooter Click Start → Help and SupportDell Diagnostics Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveIf PSA is invoked Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc Restoring Your Operating System Option UseSystem Restore Restoring Your Operating SystemDell DataSafe Local Backup Click Undo my last restoration and click NextDell DataSafe Local Backup Basic System Recovery Media Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup ProfessionalClick Upgrade Now Dell Factory Image Restore Performing Dell Factory Image Restore Confirm Data Deletion screen appears Getting Help Technical Support Customer Service DellConnectOnline Services Dell Support websitesDell Support e-mail addresses Automated Order-Status Service Product InformationReturning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Locating Your Service Tag Before You CallDiagnostic Checklist Contacting Dell For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELLFinding More Information and Resources If you need to SeeIf you need to Dell Support Center. To launch the DellComputer Information Basic SpecificationsComputer Model MemoryConnectors CommunicationsCamera Battery DisplayAC Adapter PhysicalComputer Environment Appendix Macrovision Product NoticeImporter Index Index Index Index Page 0YXKVHA00
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