Dell P03T setup guide Getting Help

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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 36 for information and procedures that pertain to the problem your computer is experiencing.

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

3.See “Dell Diagnostics” on page 45 for procedures on how to run Dell Diagnostics.

4.Fill out the “Diagnostic Checklist” on page 60.

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 57 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 60.

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 August 2009 P/N V0K33 Rev. A00 Contents Index Before Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Inspiron LaptopConnect the AC Adapter Connect the Network Cable Optional Press the Power Button Set Up Microsoft Windows Battery bay Install the SIM OptionalSetting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Enable or Disable Wireless Optional To enable wireless Ensure that your computer is turned on Connect to the Internet Optional Setting Up a Wired ConnectionClick Start → Connect To Setting Up a Wireless ConnectionSetting Up Your Internet Connection Click Start → Control PanelConnect to the Internet window appears Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Right Side Features Using Your Inspiron LaptopUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Left Side Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base Features Battery charge level Indicator light statusBattery AC AdapterScroll Touch Pad GesturesCustomizing the Touch Pad Settings Setting the Touch Pad SensitivityClick Start → Control Panel→ Multi-finger System Setup Bios Utility Media ControlsFunction Key Behavior, select Multimedia or Function Using Your Inspiron Laptop Display Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery Battery Battery release latches Software Features Productivity and CommunicationEntertainment and Multimedia Customizing the Desktop Customizing Your Energy SettingsTransferring Information to a New Computer Click Set up backupBacking Up Your Data If the User Account Control window appears, click ContinueAdd a Category Dell DockAdd an Icon Remove a Category or IconSolving Problems Beep Code Possible ProblemBeep Codes Wireless Connections Network ProblemsWired Connections If the wireless network connection is lostPower Problems Solving Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message Memory ProblemsIf a program stops responding Click ApplicationsWindows Vista If you have other software problems Dell Support Center Using Support ToolsAssistance from Dell Technical About Your System SystemSystem Messages Dell Diagnostics Hardware TroubleshooterClick Start → Help and Support If PSA is invoked Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveInsert the Drivers and Utilities disc Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc Restoring Your Operating System Starting System Restore System RestoreDell Factory Image Restore Undoing the Last System RestoreClick Undo my last restoration and click Next Restoring Your Operating System Operating System Reinstallation Before You BeginClick Next. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears Reinstalling Microsoft WindowsGetting Help DellConnect Technical Support and Customer ServiceOnline Services Dell Support websitesDell Support e-mail addresses Product Information Automated Order-Status ServiceReturning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Before You Call Diagnostic ChecklistVisit support.dell.com Contacting DellIf you need to See Finding More Information and ResourcesSee If you need toSystem Model Basic SpecificationsProcessor Computer InformationConnectors CommunicationsCamera Display BatteryPhysical AC AdapterRelative humidity maximum Computer EnvironmentBasic Specifications Macrovision Product Notice AppendixImporter Index Index Wired network connection 7 wireless network connection Page 0V0K33A00
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