Dell P09T setup guide Before You Call, Locating Your Service Tag

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Getting Help

Before You Call

NOTE: Have your Express Service Code ready when you call. The code helps Dell’s automated- support telephone system direct your call more efficiently. You may also be asked for your Service Tag.

Locating Your Service Tag

The Service Tag is located on a label at the bottom of your computer.

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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 LaptopConnect 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 Follow the instructions on the screen Enable or Disable Wireless Optional Enable Bluetooth Enable Wireless LAN Wireless Enable/Disable dialog box appearsSetting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up a Wired ConnectionConnect to the Internet Optional Click Start → Control PanelConnect 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 Battery release latchesBattery bay slots Productivity and Communication Software FeaturesEntertainment and Multimedia Dell Help DocumentationAdd a Category Dell DockAdd an Icon Remove a Category or IconDell DataSafe Online Backup Beep Code Possible Problem Solving ProblemsBeep Codes Wireless Connections Network ProblemsWired Connections Power Problems If you experience other memory problems Memory ProblemsIf you receive an insufficient memory message Click End Task Click ApplicationsWelcome screen, click Next Dell Support Center Using Support ToolsAssistance from Dell Technical About Your System SystemSystem Messages My Dell DownloadsUsing Support Tools Hardware Troubleshooter Dell DiagnosticsClick Start → Help and Support 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 RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Dell DataSafe Local BackupClick Start Click Undo my last restoration and click NextDell DataSafe Local Backup Basic Click Upgrade Now Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup ProfessionalSelect Repair Your Computer System Recovery Media Dell Factory Image Restore Performing Dell Factory Image Restore Restoring Your Operating System Getting Help DellConnect Technical Support and Customer Service Dell Support websites Online Services Dell Support e-mail addresses 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 ResourcesSee If you need toDell Support Center. To launch the Dell Memory SpecificationsComputer Information Communications ConnectorsMedia Card Reader CameraAudio DisplayVideo KeyboardTouch Pad BatteryPhysical AC AdapterComputer Environment Macrovision Product Notice AppendixImporter Index Index Index