Dell 1210, M438J, PP40S setup guide Connect to the Internet Optional

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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop

Connect to the Internet (Optional)

NOTE: ISPs (Internet Service Providers) and ISP offerings vary by country.

To connect to the Internet, you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP).

NOTE: If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is not a part of your original order, you can purchase one from the Dell website at www.dell.com.

NOTE: If you cannot connect to the Internet but have successfully connected in the past, the ISP might have a service outage. Contact your ISP to check the service status, or try connecting again later.

NOTE: Have your ISP information ready. If you do not have an ISP, the Connect to the Internet wizard can help you get one.

Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection in Windows Vista

If you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the external USB modem (optional) and to the telephone wall connector before you set up your Internet connection. If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions and see “Setting Up Your Internet Connection in Windows Vista” on page 12.

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Contents Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE July M438J Contents Getting Help 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 Ubuntu InformationSetting Up a Wired Internet Connection in Windows Vista Connect to the Internet OptionalClick Start → Connect To Setting Up Your Internet Connection in Windows Vista Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Using Your Inspiron Laptop Right Side FeaturesUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Left Side Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Display Features Camera activity light Indicates when the camera is on or offRemoving and Replacing the Battery Software Features Customizing Your Energy SettingsProductivity and Communication Entertainment and MultimediaBacking Up Your Data Click Back up files or Back up computerSolving Problems Network ProblemsPower Problems Solving ProblemsMemory Problems If you experience other memory problemsIf you receive an insufficient memory message Click Applications Click End TaskIf the computer stops responding If you have other software problems Using Support Tools Dell Support CenterSystem Messages Keyboard failure Keyboard failure or loose cableHardware Troubleshooter Click Start → Help and SupportDell Diagnostics Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveInsert the Drivers and Utilities media System Restore Restoring Your Operating SystemStarting System Restore Undoing the Last System RestoreClick Undo my last restoration and click Next Dell Factory Image Restore Dell Factory Image RestoreClick Next. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears Before you BeginReinstalling Windows Vista Click Exit if the Install Windows message appearsFill out the Diagnostic Checklist on Getting HelpService Online ServicesAutoTech Service Automated Order-Status ServiceProduct Information Ftp.dell.comDiagnostic Checklist Before You CallContacting Dell Visit support.dell.comFinding More Information and Resources If you need to SeeAt support.dell.com Finding More Information and Resources Basic Specifications System ModelProcessor MemoryComputer Information CommunicationsVideo AudioBasic Specifications Ports and ConnectorsDimensions DisplayBattery CameraTouch pad Battery AC Adapter PhysicalComputer Environment Relative humidity maximumIndex Index Index Network cable, connecting 7 wireless network connection Page Page Printed on recycled paper

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