Dell Inspiron
Owner’s Manual
Model PP23LA
Abbreviations and Acronyms
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
August
P/N HN926
Contents
4 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad
Physically Connecting to a Network or Broadband Modem
A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft Windows
If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, DVD, or DVD+RW drive tray
Sound and Speaker Problems
Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only
Glossary Index
Contents
Contents
Drivers and Utilities CD also known as ResourceCD
Finding Information
Dell Product Information Guide
Service Tag and Microsoft Windows License
Setup Diagram
These labels are located on the bottom of your computer
Windows Help and Support Center
Dell Support Website - support.dell.com
Operating System CD
About Your Computer
Determining Your Computer’s Configuration
Front View
Solid green The battery is charging
T O U C H P A D - Provides the functionality of a mouse. Silk screening on the touch pad indicates scrolling capabilities
The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following
Left Side View
Right Side View
A U D I O C O N N E C T O R S
Back View
USB C O N N E C T O R S
Connects an external VGA-compatible monitor
About Your Computer
Bottom View
Connecting to the Internet
Setting Up Your Computer
Setting Up Your Internet Connection
E-mail messages Toolbar settings Window sizes Internet bookmarks
Transferring Information to a New Computer
If you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISP 5 Click Next
Prepare the New Computer for the File Transfer
Create a Wizard Disk
Connecting a USB Printer
Setting Up a Printer
Printer Cable
Surge Protectors
Power Protection Devices
Line Conditioners
Uninterruptible Power Supplies
Setting Up Your Computer
Adjusting Brightness
Using the Display
Switching the Video Image
Setting Display Resolution
If the video resolution setting is higher than that supported by the display, the computer enters pan mode. In pan mode, the entire screen cannot be displayed at one time. For example, the taskbar that usually appears at the bottom of the desktop may no longer be visible. To view the rest of the screen, use the touch pad or track stick to pan up, down, left, and right
Numeric Keypad
Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad
Power Management
Battery
Key Combinations
System Functions
Speaker Functions
Adjusting Keyboard Settings
Microsoft Windows Logo Key Functions
Customizing the Touch Pad
Touch Pad
Battery Performance
Using a Battery
Microsoft Windows Power Meter
Checking the Battery Charge
Charge Gauge
Low-Battery Warning
Conserving Battery Power
Power Management Modes
Configuring Power Management Settings
Replacing the Battery
Charging the Battery
Storing a Battery
Playing a CD or DVD
Using Multimedia
Adjusting the Picture
Adjusting the Volume
Copying CDs and DVDs
Using Blank CDs and DVDs
How to Copy a CD or DVD
Helpful Tips
Installing an ExpressCard
Using Cards
ExpressCards
ExpressCard Blanks
Removing an ExpressCard or Blank
Media Memory Cards
Installing a Media Memory Card
Removing a Media Memory Card
Physically Connecting to a Network or Broadband Modem
Setting Up a Network
Wireless Local Area Network WLAN
Network Setup Wizard
Checking Your Wireless Network Card
What You Need to Establish a WLAN Connection
Setting Up a New WLAN
Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network
2 Double-click Network Connections
Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Network Card
1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support
2 Under Pick a Help topic, click Dell User and System Guides
Setting Up a Network
Securing Your Computer
Passwords
Security Cable Lock
If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen
Computer Tracking Software
Dell Diagnostics
Solving Problems
During the assessment, answer any questions that appear
Extended Test
CD and DVD drive problems
Drive Problems
Hard drive problems
E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, DVD, or DVD+RW drive tray
If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound
Error Messages
characters in filenames
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M E M O R Y W R I T E / R E A D F A I L U R E A T A D D R E S S , R E A D V A L U E E X P E C T I N G V A L U E - A memory module may be
Keyboard Problems
ExpressCard Problems
the Windows taskbar. Ensure that the card is listed
manufacturer
Unexpected characters
External Keyboard problems
The computer does not start up
Lockups and Software Problems
The computer stops responding
A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly
Other software problems
Memory Problems
Power Problems
Network Problems
Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer
Printer Problems
Sound and Speaker Problems
Scanner Problems
No sound from integrated speakers
No sound from external speakers
No sound from headphones
Touch Pad or Mouse Problems
If the display is blank
Video and Display Problems
If the display is difficult to read
Drivers
What Is a Driver?
If only part of the display is readable
Identifying Drivers
Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities
To start the Hardware Troubleshooter
Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities
Restoring Your Operating System
Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore
To change the restore point, you can either repeat the steps using a different restore point, or you can undo the restoration
Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec
Using the Operating System CD
Reinstalling Windows XP
Before You Begin
Adding and Replacing Parts
Recommended Tools
Turning Off Your Computer
2 Turn off your computer. See Turning Off Your Computer on page
Before Working Inside Your Computer
3 Disconnect any telephone or network cables from the computer
6 Press the power button to ground the system board
Hard Drive
Optical Drive
1 Turn the computer over 2 Remove the optical-drive security screw
4 Slide the drive out of the bay
1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin on page
Returning a Hard Drive to Dell
Memory
3 If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module
4 Ground yourself and install the new memory module
Modem
3 Remove the existing modem
hinge cover
Hinge Cover
scribe
1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin on page
Keyboard
2 Open the display 3 Remove the hinge cover. See Hinge Cover on page
4 Remove the keyboard
Wireless Mini-Card
a Disconnect the two antenna cables from the Mini-Card
1 system board connector
5 Install the replacement Mini-Card
Mini-Card
metal securing tabs
Adding and Replacing Parts
Coin-Cell Battery
Display
8 Lift the display up and away from the computer
Adding and Replacing Parts
Identifying Your Computer
Traveling With Your Computer
Packing the Computer
Traveling by Air
Travel Tips
support.dell.com support
Contacting Dell
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toll-free 1-800-326-6061 or
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800 300 410 or 800 300 411 or
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or toll-free
Printers, and Projectors for Relationship
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Contacting Dell
Specifications
Specifications
Processor
System Information
Specifications
Ports and Connectors
3-in-1 Media Memory Card Reader
Memory
Communications
Specifications
Video
Audio
Display
Specifications
Specifications
Battery
Keyboard
Touch Pad
Specifications
Battery continued
AC Adapter
Physical
Specifications
Environmental
Specifications
Entering System Setup
Using the System Setup Program
Appendix
Changing the Boot Sequence
Commonly Used Options
Diskette Drive Internal HDD USB Storage Device CD/DVD/CD-RW drive
Computer, Keyboard, and Display
Cleaning Your Computer
Touch Pad
Floppy Drive
Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only
Definition of Dell-Installed Software and Peripherals
CDs and DVDs
Definition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals
FCC Notice U.S. Only
FCC Class B
Dell Inspiron
Product name
Model number
PP23LA
Appendix
Glossary
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Glossary
Numbers
Index
See also hard drive See also optical drive
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Index