Dell PP25L setup guide Getting Help

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

2.See “Dell Diagnostics” on page 34 for procedures on how to run Dell Diagnostics.

3.Fill out the “Diagnostic Checklist” on page 45.

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 42 for a more extensive list of Dell Support online.

5.If the preceding steps have not resolved the problem, see “Contacting Dell” on page 46.

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.

NOTE: Some of the following services are not always available in all locations outside the continental U.S. Call your local Dell representative for information on availability.

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Contents Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE May N073F Contents Getting Help Inspiron Setting Up Your Inspiron LaptopUsing The Wireless Switch Check the Wireless SwitchConnect the AC Adapter Connect the Network Cable Press the Power Button Optional Connect to the Internet Optional Windows Vista SetupSetting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up a Wired Internet ConnectionClick Start → Connect To Setting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Enabled Using Your Inspiron LaptopDevice Status Lights To turn off Bluetooth wireless, right-click Through Dell QuickSet or the Bios Right Side Features12 cm USB connector Connects to a Left Side FeaturesAudio Out/ Headphone connector Front Side FeaturesIn-1 Media card reader Provides a Keyboard Computer Base and Keyboard FeaturesMedia Controls Display Features Removing and Replacing the Battery Playing or recording CDs and DVDs Using the Optical Disc DriveCustomizing the Desktop Software FeaturesProductivity and Communication Entertainment and MultimediaBacking Up Your Data Customizing Your Energy SettingsNetwork Problems Solving ProblemsWireless Connections If the network connection is lost Wired Connections Power ProblemsIf you receive an insufficient memory message Memory ProblemsClick End Task Lockups and Software ProblemsIf a program stops responding End the program Click ApplicationsIf the computer stops responding If you have other software 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 RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Starting System RestoreClick Undo my last restoration and click Next Dell Factory Image Restore Dell Factory Image RestoreBefore you Begin Click Next. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appearsClick Exit if the Install Windows message appears Reinstalling Windows VistaGetting Help DellConnect Online Services ServiceSupport.dell.com 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 If you need to See Finding More Information and ResourcesAt support.dell.com Finding More Information and Resources System Model Basic SpecificationsProcessor Memory Express CardCommunications Basic SpecificationsCamera optional VideoAudio Display DimensionsTouchpad Battery AC Adapter Computer Environment Physical50 to 10,000 ft Index Index Index Wireless network connection Page Page 0XXXXXA00
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