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SETUP GUIDE
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INSPIRON
SETUP GUIDE
Regulatory model P10F series Regulatory type P10F001 P10F002
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
Contents
Solving Problems
Finding More Information and Resources Specifications Appendix
Contents
Getting Help
Index
Before Setting Up Your Computer
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop
Connect the AC Adapter
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Connect the Network Cable Optional
To use a wired network connection, connect the network cable
Press the Power Button
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Set Up the Operating System
Set Up Microsoft Windows
Set Up Ubuntu
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Create System Recovery Media Recommended
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You will require the following to create the system recovery media
Dell DataSafe Local Backup
3. Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup
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4. Click Create Recovery Media
Install the SIM Card Optional
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1 SIM card 2 SIM card slot 3 battery bay
Enable or Disable Wireless Optional
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To enable wireless
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To disable wireless
Set Up Wireless Display Optional
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The Intel Wireless Display window appears
7. Select Scan for available displays
Connect to the Internet Optional
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Setting Up a Wired Connection
Setting Up a Wireless Connection
Windows Vista
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop
Setting Up Your Internet Connection
Windows
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3. Click Start → Control Panel
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Windows Vista
2. Click Start → Control Panel
Windows
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Right View Features
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Left View Features
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1 USB 2.0 connector - Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player
Back View Features
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Front View Features
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Battery Status Light
Status Lights and Indicators
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Power Button Light/Power Indicator Light
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Indicator light status
Computer states
Computer Base and Keyboard Features
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1 Power button and light - Turns the computer on or off when pressed. The light on the button indicates the power states. For more information on the power button light, see “Status Lights and Indicators” on page
Touch Pad Gestures
Scroll
Flick
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Rotate
Zoom
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System Setup BIOS Utility
Multimedia Control Keys
Windows Mobility Center
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Mute the sound Decrease the volume level Increase the volume level
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Play the previous track or chapter Play or pause
Play the next track or chapter
Using the Optical Drive
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1 disc 2 spindle 3 optical drive tray 4 eject button
Display Features
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2 Camera - Built-in camera for video capture, conferencing, and chat
Removing and Replacing the Battery
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1 battery lock latch 2 battery 3 battery release latch
Software Features
FastAccess Facial Recognition
Productivity and Communication
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Entertainment and Multimedia
Dell DataSafe Online Backup
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Dell Dock
Add a Category
Add an Icon
Remove a Category or Icon
Beep Codes
Solving Problems
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Network Problems
Wireless Connections
Wired Connections
Solving Problems
Power Problems
Solving Problems
Lockups and Software Problems
Memory Problems
Solving Problems
Solving Problems
If the computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears
Windows Vista
Windows
Solving Problems
If you have other software problems
Dell Support Center
Using Support Tools
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Using Support Tools
My Dell Downloads
System Messages
1. Go to downloadstore.dell.com/media
Using Support Tools
Keyboard failure - Keyboard failure or loose cable
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of them
Dell Diagnostics
Hardware Troubleshooter
NOTE The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your computer
Using Support Tools
If PSA is invoked
Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive
Using Support Tools
Using Support Tools
If PSA is not invoked
The following message is displayed
Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc
1. Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc
Using Support Tools
NOTE The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your computer
Using Support Tools
11. Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc
10. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, click Exit
Restoring Your Operating System
Operating System disc
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Option
System Restore
Starting System Restore
Undoing the Last System Restore
Restoring Your Operating System
Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic
Dell DataSafe Local Backup
Restoring Your Operating System
Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional
2. Click Upgrade Now
5. Select Repair Your Computer
Restoring Your Operating System
System Recovery Media
Restoring Your Operating System
Starting Dell Factory Image Restore
Dell Factory Image Restore
Restoring Your Operating System
6. Click Dell Factory Image Restore
The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears
Restoring Your Operating System
The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears
Getting Help
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DellConnect
Technical Support and Customer Service
Getting Help
Online Services
Dell Support websites
Dell Support e-mail addresses
Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail addresses
Product Information
Automated Order-Status Service
Getting Help
Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit
Getting Help
Before You Call
Locating Your Service Tag
Getting Help
Diagnostic Checklist
Getting Help
Contacting Dell
Getting Help
Getting Help
the Service Manual at
Finding More Information and Resources
If you need to
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Finding More Information and Resources
If you need to
Specifications
Computer Model
System Chipset
Processor
Memory
Connectors
Specifications
Specifications
Media Card Reader
Communications
Video
Audio
Camera
Keyboard
Touch Pad
Battery
Display
Specifications
15.6” HD WLED backlight
AC Adapter
Physical
Battery
Battery operating time
Computer Environment
Specifications
Computer Environment
0.66 GRMS
Macrovision Product Notice
Appendix
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Information for NOM, or Official Mexican Standard Only for Mexico
Appendix
Index
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