Dell 1427 setup guide Status/Power light Power blue

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1.LCD latch: Secures the LCD display panel to the notebook. When opening the notebook, push the LCD latch to the right and lift the display panel. When you close the notebook, the LCD latch will hold the display panel in place.

2.Built-in camera: The webcam is equipped with a 2. 0 megapixel CMOS sensor.

3.Built-in microphone: Provides audio input without connecting an external device.

4.LCD display: Your computer comes with a 14. 1" COLOR TFT/WXGA LCD display.

5.Power button: Press to power on your computer.

6.Speakers: Provide audio output.

7.Keyboard: Includes a numeric keypad and the

Microsoft Windows logo key .

8.Touch pad: Provides the functionality of a mouse.

9.Touch pad buttons: Use these buttons much like the left and right buttons of a mouse when you use the touch pad to move the cursor on the display.

Using Your Inspiron Laptop

10.Wireless switch: Turn the wireless connection on or off. When the wireless connection is turned on, the wireless status light on the front of the computer lights up.

11.Status/Power light Power (blue)

Battery charging (blue/amber)

Wireless connection (blue)/Bluetooth (amber) Flashing power light indicates the computer is in standby mode.

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Contents Inspiron Page Inspiron January F243R Contents Finding More Information and Resources Before Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Inspiron LaptopConnect the AC Adapter Connect the Network Cable Optional Press the Power Button Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection in Windows Vista Windows Vista SetupFollow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup Setting Up a Wireless Internet Connection in Windows VistaClick Start → Connect To Click Start → Control Panel Setting Up Your Internet Connection in Windows VistaRight Side View Using Your Inspiron LaptopUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Left Side View PCI-Express Card slot Supports 54mm PCI- Express Cards VGA connector Connects to a monitor or projectorFront view Status/Power light Power blue Back view Battery Battery release latch Battery lock switch Removing and Replacing the BatteryCustomizing the Desktop in Windows Vista Software FeaturesProductivity and Communication Entertainment and MultimediaBacking Up Data Personalize power settingsNetwork Problems TroubleshootingCheck the cable to ensure it is plugged in and not damaged Troubleshooting Power ProblemsRun the Dell Diagnostics see the Dell Diagnostics on Memory ProblemsLockups and Software Problems If you experience other memory problemsIf the computer stops responding If a program stops respondingClick Applications Click End TaskIf a solid blue screen appears Turn If you have other software problemsComputer off Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Dell DiagnosticsSystem Restore You can restore your operating system in the following waysRestoring Your Operating System Undoing the Last System Restore Starting System RestoreClick Undo my last restoration and click Next Select a keyboard layout and click Next Dell Factory Image RestoreClick Next. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears Reinstalling the Operating System Before you Begin Click Finish to reboot the systemTo reinstall Windows, you need the following items Reinstalling Windows Vista Getting Help Fill out the Diagnostic Checklist onOnline Services Technical Support and Customer ServiceDell Support e-mail addresses Anonymous file transfer protocol FTP Product Information· ftp. dell. com Before You Call Diagnostic ChecklistVisit support. dell. com Contacting DellIf you need to See Finding More Information and ResourcesHomepage at Find safety/best practices information for yourAccess technical support and product help ComputerMemory SpecificationsSystem Model Dell Inspiron ProcessorCommunications Computer InformationBuses Width Flash Eprom PCI Bus BitsAudio Ports and ConnectorsKeyboard DisplaySize Viewing AnglesCharge time approximate BatteryCamera optional Touch padDimensions Temperature rangeAC Adapter 58 kg 5 lb PhysicalOperating To 35C 41 to 95F Storage 20 to 60C To 149F Altitude maximum Computer EnvironmentRelative humidity maximum Operating 10% to 90% Storage To 95%Index Power problems Memory problems ProductsSetup Network connection Fixing SetupIndex Page 0F243RA00
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