Dell P09T setup guide Set Up the Operating System, Set Up Microsoft Windows, Set Up Ubuntu

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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop

Set Up the Operating System

Your Dell computer is preconfigured with the operating system you selected at the time of purchase.

Set Up Microsoft Windows

To set up Microsoft® Windows® for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. These steps are mandatory and may take some time to complete. The Windows setup screens will take you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up an Internet connection.

CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system’s setup process. Doing so may render your computer unusable and you will need to reinstall the operating system.

NOTE: For optimal performance of your computer, it is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for your computer available at support.dell.com.

NOTE: For more information on the operating system and features, see support.dell.com/MyNewDell.

Set Up Ubuntu

To set up Ubuntu® for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. See the Ubuntu documentation for more operating system specific information.

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Contents Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE May 2010 P/N K387P Rev. A00 Contents Index Before Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the Network Cable Optional Press the Power Button Set Up Ubuntu Set Up the Operating SystemSet Up Microsoft Windows Create System Recovery Media Recommended Follow the instructions on the screen Enable or Disable Wireless Optional Enable Bluetooth Enable Wireless LAN Wireless Enable/Disable dialog box appearsClick Start → Control Panel Setting Up a Wired ConnectionSetting Up a Wireless Connection Connect to the Internet OptionalConnect to the Internet window appears Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionRight View Features Using Your Inspiron LaptopLeft View Features Computer Base and Keyboard Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Power/Battery Status Light Status Lights and IndicatorsBack View Features Scroll Touch Pad GesturesOne finger zoom Allows you to zoom in or out ZoomDisplay Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery Battery bay slots Battery release latchesBattery bay Dell Help Documentation Software FeaturesProductivity and Communication Entertainment and MultimediaRemove a Category or Icon Dell DockAdd a Category Add an IconDell DataSafe Online Backup Beep Codes Solving ProblemsBeep Code Possible Problem Wired Connections Network ProblemsWireless Connections Power Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message Memory ProblemsIf you experience other memory problems Click End Task Click ApplicationsWelcome screen, click Next About Your System System Using Support ToolsDell Support Center Assistance from Dell TechnicalSystem Messages My Dell DownloadsUsing Support Tools Click Start → Help and Support Dell DiagnosticsHardware Troubleshooter If PSA is invoked Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveIf PSA is not invoked Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc Option Use Restoring Your Operating SystemStarting System Restore System RestoreClick Undo my last restoration and click Next Dell DataSafe Local BackupUndoing the Last System Restore Click StartDell DataSafe Local Backup Basic Select Repair Your Computer Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup ProfessionalClick Upgrade Now System Recovery Media Dell Factory Image Restore Performing Dell Factory Image Restore Restoring Your Operating System Getting Help DellConnect Technical Support and Customer ServiceDell Support e-mail addresses Online ServicesDell Support websites Product Information Automated Order-Status ServiceReturning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Before You Call Locating Your Service TagDiagnostic Checklist For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL Contacting DellIf you need to See Finding More Information and ResourcesDell Support Center. To launch the Dell If you need toSee Computer Information SpecificationsMemory Camera ConnectorsCommunications Media Card ReaderKeyboard DisplayAudio VideoTouch Pad BatteryPhysical AC AdapterComputer Environment Macrovision Product Notice AppendixImporter Index Index Index