Dell M301Z, P11S002, HYD06 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 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 March 2010 P/N HYD06 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 Ubuntu Set Up the Operating SystemSet Up Microsoft Windows Create System Recovery Media Recommended Follow the instructions on the screen Install the SIM Card Optional SIM card slot Battery bay Enable or Disable Wireless Optional Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the External Optical Drive Optional Click Start → All Programs→ Windows Media Center Set Up the TV Tuner OptionalConnect to the Internet Optional Click Start → Connect To Setting Up a Wired ConnectionSetting Up a Wireless Connection Click Start → Control Panel Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionConnect to the Internet window appears Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Right View Features Using Your Inspiron LaptopUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Left View Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Back View Features Front View Features Battery Status Lights and IndicatorsBattery Status Light Indicator light status Computer states Power Button Light/Power Indicator LightComputer Base and Keyboard Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Scroll Touch Pad GesturesZoom Function Key Row, select Function Key or Multimedia Key System Setup Bios UtilityMultimedia Control Keys Windows Mobility CenterUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Display Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery Battery release latch Productivity and Communication Software FeaturesFastAccess Facial Recognition Entertainment and Multimedia Dell DataSafe Online BackupRemove a Category or Icon Dell DockAdd a Category Add an IconBeep Codes Solving ProblemsBeep Code Possible Problem Wired Connections Network ProblemsPower Problems Wireless ConnectionsIf the problem persists, contact Dell see Contacting Dell on If you receive an insufficient memory message Memory ProblemsIf you experience other memory problems Click End Task If a program stops respondingClick Applications To run the Program Compatibility Wizard Tab at support.dell.com Using Support ToolsDell Support Center About Your System SystemSystem Messages My Dell DownloadsKeyboard failure Keyboard failure or loose cable Them 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 SystemClick Undo my last restoration and click Next System RestoreStarting System Restore Undoing the Last System RestoreDell DataSafe Local Backup Basic Dell DataSafe Local BackupClick Upgrade Now Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup ProfessionalSystem Recovery Media Dell Factory Image Restore Confirm Data Deletion screen appears Starting Dell Factory Image RestoreGetting Help DellConnect Technical Support Customer ServiceDell Support e-mail addresses Online ServicesDell Support websites Product Information Automated Order-Status ServiceReturning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Getting Help 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 toProcessor Memory SpecificationsComputer Model System Chipset Audio CommunicationsMedia Card Reader Camera ConnectorsVideo DisplayUSB BatteryPhysical AC AdapterTouch Pad Storage To 95% Computer EnvironmentMacrovision Product Notice AppendixImporter Index Index Wireless network connection Page 0HYD06A00