Dell P17F setup guide Getting Help

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INSPIRON

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

2.See “Dell Diagnostics” on page 64 for procedures on how to run diagnostic tests.

3.Fill out the “Diagnostic Checklist” on page 81.

4.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 76 for a more extensive list of Dell Support online.

5.If the preceding steps have not resolved the problem, see “Before You Call” on page 80.

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.

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Contents Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE Page Contents Using Support Tools Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Before Setting Up Your ComputerConnect the AC Adapter Connect the Network Cable Optional Press the Power Button Set Up Microsoft Windows Set Up the Operating SystemSet Up Ubuntu Create System Recovery Media Recommended Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM Card Optional SIM card slot Battery bay Enable or Disable Wireless Optional Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Wireless Display Optional Connect to the Internet Optional Setting Up a Wired Connection Setting Up a Wireless ConnectionSetting Up Your Internet Connection Using Your Inspiron Laptop Right View FeaturesUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Left View Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Using Your Inspiron Laptop Using Your Inspiron Laptop Back View Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Front View Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Status Lights and Indicators Battery Status LightDisabling Battery Charging Power Button Light/Power Indicator LightComputer Base and Keyboard Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Using Your Inspiron Laptop Using Your Inspiron Laptop Touch Pad Gestures ScrollZoom Multimedia Control Keys System SetupWindows Mobility Center Using Your Inspiron Laptop Using the Optical Drive Using the Emergency Eject HoleUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Display Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Top Cover Optional Top cover Release button Back of the computer Using Your Inspiron Laptop Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery Battery lock latch Battery release latch Software Features FastAccess Facial RecognitionProductivity and Communication Entertainment and MultimediaDell DataSafe Online Backup Dell Stage Using Your Inspiron Laptop Solving Problems Beep CodesWireless Connections Network ProblemsWired Connections Power Problems Solving Problems Memory Problems Lockups and Software ProblemsSolving Problems Solving Problems Solving Problems Using Support Tools Dell Support CenterMy Dell Downloads Starting Dell Diagnostics Dell DiagnosticsHardware Troubleshooter Click Exit to reboot your computer Restoring Your Operating System System Restore Starting System RestoreDell DataSafe Local Backup Undoing the Last System RestoreDell DataSafe Local Backup Basic Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional System Recovery Media Dell Factory Image Restore Starting Dell Factory Image RestoreRestoring Your Operating System Getting Help Technical Support and Customer Service DellConnectDell Support Websites Online ServicesDell Support E-mail Addresses Automated Order-Status Service Product InformationReturning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Getting Help Locating Your Service Tag and Express Service Code Before You CallGetting Help Contacting Dell Getting Help Finding More Information and Resources If you need to SeeFinding More Information and Resources Specifications Computer ModelComputer Information MemoryConnectors USBMedia Card Reader KeyboardCommunications AudioCamera VideoDisplay Touch Pad BatteryPhysical AC Adapter Computer Environment Appendix Index ISP Index Index Page