Model PP23LA
Owner’s Manual
Dell Inspiron
August
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
Abbreviations and Acronyms
P/N HN926
Contents
4 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad
Physically Connecting to a Network or Broadband Modem
If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, DVD, or DVD+RW drive tray
A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft Windows
Sound and Speaker Problems
Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only
Contents
Glossary Index
Contents
Dell Product Information Guide
Finding Information
Drivers and Utilities CD also known as ResourceCD
These labels are located on the bottom of your computer
Setup Diagram
Service Tag and Microsoft Windows License
Dell Support Website - support.dell.com
Windows Help and Support Center
Operating System CD
Determining Your Computer’s Configuration
About Your Computer
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
USB C O N N E C T O R S
Back View
A U D I O C O N N E C T O R S
Connects an external VGA-compatible monitor
Bottom View
About Your Computer
Setting Up Your Internet Connection
Setting Up Your Computer
Connecting to the Internet
If you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISP 5 Click Next
Transferring Information to a New Computer
E-mail messages Toolbar settings Window sizes Internet bookmarks
Prepare the New Computer for the File Transfer
Create a Wizard Disk
Printer Cable
Setting Up a Printer
Connecting a USB Printer
Power Protection Devices
Surge Protectors
Uninterruptible Power Supplies
Line Conditioners
Setting Up Your Computer
Switching the Video Image
Using the Display
Adjusting Brightness
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
Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad
Numeric Keypad
Key Combinations
Battery
Power Management
System Functions
Microsoft Windows Logo Key Functions
Adjusting Keyboard Settings
Speaker Functions
Touch Pad
Customizing the Touch Pad
Using a Battery
Battery Performance
Charge Gauge
Checking the Battery Charge
Microsoft Windows Power Meter
Power Management Modes
Conserving Battery Power
Low-Battery Warning
Configuring Power Management Settings
Charging the Battery
Replacing the Battery
Storing a Battery
Using Multimedia
Playing a CD or DVD
Copying CDs and DVDs
Adjusting the Volume
Adjusting the Picture
How to Copy a CD or DVD
Using Blank CDs and DVDs
Helpful Tips
ExpressCards
Using Cards
Installing an ExpressCard
ExpressCard Blanks
Removing an ExpressCard or Blank
Installing a Media Memory Card
Media Memory Cards
Removing a Media Memory Card
Setting Up a Network
Physically Connecting to a Network or Broadband Modem
Checking Your Wireless Network Card
Network Setup Wizard
Wireless Local Area Network WLAN
What You Need to Establish a WLAN Connection
Setting Up a New WLAN
Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network
1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support
Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Network Card
2 Double-click Network Connections
2 Under Pick a Help topic, click Dell User and System Guides
Setting Up a Network
Security Cable Lock
Passwords
Securing Your Computer
Computer Tracking Software
If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen
Solving Problems
Dell Diagnostics
During the assessment, answer any questions that appear
Extended Test
Drive Problems
CD and DVD drive problems
If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, DVD, or DVD+RW drive tray
E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
Hard drive problems
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
the Windows taskbar. Ensure that the card is listed
ExpressCard Problems
Keyboard Problems
manufacturer
External Keyboard problems
Unexpected characters
The computer stops responding
Lockups and Software Problems
The computer does not start up
A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly
Memory Problems
Other software problems
Network Problems
Power Problems
Printer Problems
Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer
No sound from integrated speakers
Scanner Problems
Sound and Speaker Problems
No sound from external speakers
Touch Pad or Mouse Problems
No sound from headphones
If the display is difficult to read
Video and Display Problems
If the display is blank
If only part of the display is readable
What Is a Driver?
Drivers
Identifying Drivers
Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities
Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities
To start the Hardware Troubleshooter
Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore
Restoring Your Operating System
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
Recommended Tools
Adding and Replacing Parts
Before You Begin
Turning Off Your Computer
3 Disconnect any telephone or network cables from the computer
Before Working Inside Your Computer
2 Turn off your computer. See Turning Off Your Computer on page
6 Press the power button to ground the system board
1 Turn the computer over 2 Remove the optical-drive security screw
Optical Drive
Hard Drive
4 Slide the drive out of the bay
1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin on page
Memory
Returning a Hard Drive to Dell
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
scribe
Hinge Cover
hinge cover
2 Open the display 3 Remove the hinge cover. See Hinge Cover on page
Keyboard
1 Follow the procedures in Before You Begin on page
4 Remove the keyboard
Wireless Mini-Card
a Disconnect the two antenna cables from the Mini-Card
Mini-Card
5 Install the replacement Mini-Card
1 system board connector
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
Packing the Computer
Traveling With Your Computer
Identifying Your Computer
Travel Tips
Traveling by Air
Contacting Dell
support.dell.com support
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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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Printers, and Projectors for Relationship
or toll-free
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Contacting Dell
Processor
Specifications
Specifications
System Information
3-in-1 Media Memory Card Reader
Ports and Connectors
Specifications
Memory
Video
Specifications
Communications
Audio
Specifications
Display
Keyboard
Battery
Specifications
Touch Pad
AC Adapter
Battery continued
Specifications
Environmental
Specifications
Physical
Specifications
Appendix
Using the System Setup Program
Entering System Setup
Commonly Used Options
Changing the Boot Sequence
Diskette Drive Internal HDD USB Storage Device CD/DVD/CD-RW drive
Touch Pad
Cleaning Your Computer
Computer, Keyboard, and Display
Floppy Drive
CDs and DVDs
Definition of Dell-Installed Software and Peripherals
Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only
FCC Class B
FCC Notice U.S. Only
Definition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals
Model number
Product name
Dell Inspiron
PP23LA
Appendix
Glossary
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Glossary
Index
Numbers
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