Dell 1427 Software Features, Productivity and Communication, Entertainment and Multimedia

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Using Your Inspiron Laptop

Software Features

NOTE: For more details on the contents in this section, see the hard drive or Dell Technology Guide at Dell Support, support. dell. com.

Productivity and Communication

You can use your computer to create presentations, brochures, greeting cards, flyers, and spreadsheets depending on the applications installed in your computer. Check your purchase order for software installed on your computer.

Once connected to the Internet, you can access websites, setup an e-mail account, upload and download files and more.

Entertainment and Multimedia

You can use your computer to watch videos, play games and listen to music and to internet radio stations.

Customizing the Desktop in Windows Vista

You can use the Personalize appearance and sounds window to customize your desktop and change the appearance, resolution, wallpaper, screensaver and more.

To access the display properties window:

1.Right-click an open area of the desktop.

2.Click Personalize to open the Personalize appearance and sounds window and learn more about your customization options.

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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 VistaFollow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup Setting Up a Wireless Internet Connection in Windows VistaClick Start → Connect To 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 DataNetwork Problems TroubleshootingCheck the cable to ensure it is plugged in and not damaged 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 respondingIf a solid blue screen appears Turn If you have other software problemsComputer off Dell Diagnostics Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveSystem 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 Fill out the Diagnostic Checklist on Getting HelpOnline Services Technical Support and Customer ServiceDell Support e-mail addresses Anonymous file transfer protocol FTP Product Information· ftp. dell. com 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 approximateDimensions Temperature rangeAC Adapter 58 kg 5 lb PhysicalOperating To 35C 41 to 95F Storage 20 to 60C To 149F Storage To 95% Computer EnvironmentRelative humidity maximum Operating 10% to 90% Altitude maximumIndex Network connection Fixing Setup Memory problems ProductsSetup Power problemsIndex Page 0F243RA00

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