Dell N073F, PP25L setup guide Windows Vista Setup, Connect to the Internet Optional

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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop

Windows Vista® Setup

Your Dell computer is preconfigured with Windows Vista. To set up Windows Vista for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. These steps are mandatory and may take up to 15 minutes to complete. The screens will take you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences and setting up an Internet connection.

NOTICE: Do not interrupt the operating system’s setup process. Doing so may render your computer unusable.

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Connect to the Internet (Optional)

NOTE: ISPs 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). Your ISP will offer one or more of the following Internet connection options:

DSL connections that provide high-speed Internet access through your existing telephone line or cellular telephone service. With a DSL connection, you can access the Internet and use your telephone on the same line simultaneously.

Cable modem connections that provide highspeed Internet access through your local cable TV line.

Satellite modem connections that provide high-speed Internet access through

a satellite television system.

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Contents Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE Model PP25L July N073F Contents Getting Help Restoring Your Operating SystemSetting Up Your Inspiron Laptop InspironUsing The Wireless Switch Check the Wireless SwitchConnect the AC Adapter Connect the Network Cable Press the Power Button Optional Windows Vista Setup Connect to the Internet OptionalSetting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up a Wired Internet ConnectionClick Start → Connect To Setting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Using Your Inspiron Laptop Device Status LightsWiFi status light Turns on when Bluetooth status light Right Side Features Security cable slot Used to attach Left Side Features Front Side Features Computer Base and Keyboard Features Media Controls Display Features 3 4Removing and Replacing Battery Using the Optical Disc Drive Entertainment and Multimedia Software FeaturesProductivity and Communication Customizing the DesktopCustomizing Your Energy Settings Backing Up Your DataNetwork Problems Solving ProblemsWireless Connections If the network connection is lost Power Problems Wired ConnectionsMemory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory messageIf a program stops responding End the program Lockups and Software ProblemsClick Applications Solving Problems Solving 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 SystemUndoing the Last System Restore Starting System RestoreClick Undo my last restoration and click Next Dell Factory Image Restore Dell Factory Image RestoreOperating System Reinstallation Before you BeginReinstalling Windows Vista Click Exit if the Install Windows message appearsGetting Help DellConnect Online Services ServiceSupport.dell.com Mobilesupport@us.dell.com Support@us.dell.com AutoTech ServiceAutomated Order-Status Service Ftp.dell.comGetting Help Diagnostic Checklist Before You CallContacting Dell Visit support.dell.comGetting Help If you need to See Finding More Information and ResourcesAt support.dell.com Finding More Information and Resources System Model Basic SpecificationsProcessor Express Card MemoryCommunications VideoAudio IDT STAC9228Display KeyboardBattery TouchpadAC Adapter Physical Computer EnvironmentRelative humidity maximum Index Index Network connection fixing Index Page Page Page Printed on recycled paper Page Page Page Page
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