Dell 1427 setup guide Contents

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Contents
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop	5
Before Setting Up Your Computer	5
Connect the AC Adapter	6
Connect the Network Cable (optional)	7
Press the Power Button	8
Windows Vista Setup	9
Connect to the Internet (optional)	9
Using Your Inspiron Laptop	12
Right side View	12
Left side View	14
Front view	16
Back View	18
Removing and Replacing the Battery	19
Software Features	20
Troubleshooting	22

Network Problems	22
Power Problems	23
Memory Problems	24
Lockups and Software Problems	24
Dell Diagnostics	27
Restore the Operating System	28

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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 SetupClick Start → Connect To Setting Up a Wireless Internet Connection in Windows VistaFollow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup 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 BatteryProductivity and Communication Software FeaturesEntertainment and Multimedia Customizing the Desktop in Windows VistaBacking Up Data Personalize power settingsCheck the cable to ensure it is plugged in and not damaged TroubleshootingNetwork Problems Troubleshooting Power ProblemsLockups and Software Problems Memory ProblemsIf you experience other memory problems Run the Dell Diagnostics see the Dell Diagnostics onClick Applications If a program stops respondingClick End Task If the computer stops respondingComputer off If you have other software problemsIf a solid blue screen appears Turn Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Dell DiagnosticsRestoring 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 Getting Help Fill out the Diagnostic Checklist onDell Support e-mail addresses Technical Support and Customer ServiceOnline Services · ftp. dell. com Product InformationAnonymous file transfer protocol FTP Before You Call Diagnostic ChecklistVisit support. dell. com Contacting DellIf you need to See Finding More Information and ResourcesAccess technical support and product help Find safety/best practices information for yourComputer Homepage atSystem Model Dell Inspiron SpecificationsProcessor MemoryBuses Computer InformationWidth Flash Eprom PCI Bus Bits CommunicationsAudio Ports and ConnectorsSize DisplayViewing Angles KeyboardCamera optional BatteryTouch pad Charge time approximateAC Adapter Temperature rangeDimensions Operating To 35C 41 to 95F Storage 20 to 60C To 149F Physical58 kg 5 lb Relative humidity maximum Operating 10% to 90% Computer EnvironmentStorage To 95% Altitude maximumIndex Setup Memory problems ProductsNetwork connection Fixing Setup Power problemsIndex Page 0F243RA00

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