Dell PP25L, N073F Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection, Setting Up a Wireless Connection

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Dial-up connections that provide Internet access through a telephone line. Diaup connections are considerably slower than DSL and cable (or satellite) modem connections. Your computer does not have an integrated modem. An optional USB modem must be used for dialup service with this computer.

Wireless LAN connections that provide Internet access using WiFi 802.11 technology. Wireless LAN support requires optional internal components that may or may not be installed in your computer based on decisions made at the time of purchase.

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

Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop

Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection

If you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the external USB modem (optional) and to the telephone wall jack 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.

Setting Up a Wireless Connection

Before you can use your wireless Internet connection, you need to connect to your wireless router. To set up your connection to a wireless router:

1.Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs.

2.Click Start Connect To.

3.Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup.

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Contents Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE Model PP25L July N073F Contents Restoring Your Operating System Getting HelpInspiron Setting Up Your Inspiron LaptopConnect the AC Adapter Check the Wireless SwitchUsing The Wireless Switch Connect the Network Cable Press the Power Button Optional Connect to the Internet Optional Windows Vista SetupClick Start → Connect To Setting Up a Wired Internet ConnectionSetting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Device Status Lights Using Your Inspiron LaptopWiFi 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 3 4 Display FeaturesRemoving and Replacing Battery Using the Optical Disc Drive Customizing the Desktop Software FeaturesProductivity and Communication Entertainment and MultimediaBacking Up Your Data Customizing Your Energy SettingsWireless Connections If the network connection is lost Solving ProblemsNetwork Problems Wired Connections Power ProblemsIf you receive an insufficient memory message Memory ProblemsClick Applications Lockups and Software ProblemsIf a program stops responding End the program Solving Problems Solving Problems Dell Support Center Using Support ToolsKeyboard failure Keyboard failure or loose cable System MessagesClick Start → Help and Support Hardware TroubleshooterStarting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Dell DiagnosticsInsert the Drivers and Utilities media Restoring Your Operating System System RestoreClick Undo my last restoration and click Next Starting System RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Dell Factory Image Restore Dell Factory Image RestoreBefore you Begin Operating System ReinstallationClick Exit if the Install Windows message appears Reinstalling Windows VistaGetting Help Support.dell.com ServiceDellConnect Online Services Ftp.dell.com AutoTech ServiceAutomated Order-Status Service Mobilesupport@us.dell.com Support@us.dell.comGetting Help Before You Call Diagnostic ChecklistVisit support.dell.com Contacting DellGetting Help At support.dell.com Finding More Information and ResourcesIf you need to See Finding More Information and Resources Processor Basic SpecificationsSystem Model Memory Express CardVideo CommunicationsIDT STAC9228 AudioKeyboard DisplayTouchpad BatteryAC Adapter Computer Environment PhysicalRelative humidity maximum Index Index Network connection fixing Index Page Page Page Printed on recycled paper Page Page Page Page
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