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Dell PP25L, N073F setup guide Using Support Tools, Dell Support Center, Inspiron

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Using Support Tools

Using Support Tools

Dell Support Center

The Dell Support Center helps you find the service, support, and system-specific information you need. For more information about Dell Support Center and available support tools, click the Services tab at support.dell.com.

Click the icon in the taskbar to run the application. The home page provides links to access:

•Self Help (Troubleshooting, Security, System Performance, Network/Internet, Backup/ Recovery, and Windows Vista)

•Alerts (technical support alerts relevant to your computer)

•Assistance from Dell (Technical Support with DellConnect™, Customer Service, Training and Tutorials, How-To Help with Dell on Call, and Online Scan with PCCheckUp)

•About Your System (System Documentation, Warranty Information, System Information, Upgrades & Accessories)

The top of the Dell Support Center home page displays your system’s model number along with its service tag and express service code.

For more information about the Dell Support Center, see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com.

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Dell PP25L, N073F setup guide Using Support Tools, Dell Support Center, Inspiron

Contents

SETUP GUIDE INSPIRONPage SETUP GUIDE INSPIRONModel PP25L Model PP25L Notes, Notices, and CautionsJuly P/N N073FSetting Up Your Inspiron Laptop ContentsUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Solving ProblemsRestoring Your Operating System Finding More Information and Resources Basic Specifications IndexGetting Help Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Before Setting Up Your ComputerINSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Check the Wireless SwitchUsing The Wireless Switch Connect the AC AdapterConnect the Network Cable Press the Power Buttonoptional Setting Up Your Inspiron LaptopWindows Vista Setup Connect to the Internet OptionalSetting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection2. Click Start → Connect To Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop2. Click Start → Control Panel Setting Up Your Internet Connection3. Under Network and Internet, click Connect to the Internet The Connect to the Internet window appearsor Bluetooth wireless technology connection Setting Up Your Inspiron LaptopDevice Status Lights Using Your Inspiron LaptopINSPIRON 1 2 3 4Bluetooth status light WiFi status light - Turns on whenwireless networking is enabled Using The Wireless SwitchUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Right Side FeaturesUsing Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Security cable slot - Used to attach2 VGA connector - Connects to a monitor or projector Left Side Features5 4 USB connector - Connects to a Using Your Inspiron LaptopUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Front Side FeaturesSecure digital SD memory card SDHC Secure Digital High Capacity card Multi Media Card MMC Memory Stick Memory Stick PROUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard FeaturesUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Media ControlsTurn up the volume Turn down the volumeDisplay Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop1 2 3 4 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the BatteryUsing the Optical Disc Drive Using Your Inspiron LaptopNOTE Do not move the computer while playing or recording CDs and DVDs Productivity and Communication Software FeaturesEntertainment and Multimedia Customizing the DesktopBacking Up Your Data Customizing Your Energy Settings2. Click Back up files or Back up computer Using Your Inspiron LaptopNetwork Problems Solving ProblemsWireless Connections If the network connection is lost b. Click Start → Connect ToPower Problems Solving ProblemsWired Connections Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory messageSolving Problems If a program stops responding - End the program Lockups and Software Problems2. Click Applications 4. Click End TaskSolving Problems If you have other software problemsSolving Problems Ensure that the program is installed and configured properlyVerify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program Using Support Tools Dell Support CenterINSPIRON System Messages Using Support ToolsHardware Troubleshooter 1. Click Start → Help and SupportUsing Support Tools Dell Diagnostics Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveUsing Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media 1. Insert the Drivers and Utilities mediaUsing Support Tools System Restore Restoring Your Operating SystemINSPIRON Undoing the Last System Restore Starting System RestoreRestoring Your Operating System 3. Click Undo my last restoration and click NextDell Factory Image Restore Dell Factory Image Restore3. The System Recovery Options window appears 2. Select Repair Your ComputerBefore you Begin Operating System ReinstallationDell Operating System media Dell Drivers and Utilities media Restoring Your Operating SystemReinstalling Windows Vista 3. Click Exit if the Install Windows message appearsRestoring Your Operating System INSPIRON Getting HelpOnline Services ServiceDellConnect Technical Support and CustomerAutomated Order-Status Service AutoTech Servicemobilesupport@us.dell.com support@us.dell.com la-techsupport@dell.com Latin America and Caribbean countries onlyReturning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Product InformationGetting Help Diagnostic Checklist Before You CallGetting Help Contacting Dell 1. Visit support.dell.comGetting Help Getting Help Finding More Information and Resources the Dell Technology Guide installed on yourIf you need to the Drivers and Utilities mediaIf you need to find safety best practices information for yourSystem Model Basic SpecificationsProcessor INSPIRONExpress Card MemoryBasic Specifications Communications Basic SpecificationsVideo VideoPorts and Connectors AudioDisplay DimensionsViewing Angles see Dell TechnologyTouchpad BatterySize See Dell Technology GuideAC Adapter Temperature rangeBasic Specifications Batteryrange TemperaturePhysical Computer EnvironmentBasic Specifications Relative humidity maximumComputer Environment Computer EnvironmentINSPIRON IndexIndex Index Index Page Printed in the U.S.A Page Printed in China Printed on recycled paper Page Printed in Malaysia Page Printed in Ireland Page Printed in Brazil