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