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Model PP19S INSPIRON ™ SETUP GUIDE ...
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Notes, Cautions and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer . CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. WARNING: A W ARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury , or death. ______________ ...
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3 Setting Up Y our Inspiron ™ Laptop. . . . . . . . . 5 Before Setting Up Y our Computer . . . . . . . . . 5 Connect the AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional) . . . . . 7 Press the Power Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional) . . . . . . 9 Ubuntu ® Setup . . ...
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4 Contents Restoring Y our Operating System . . . . . . . 3 7 System Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 7 Using Dell ™ PC Restore in Windows XP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 1 Operating System Reinstallation . . . . . . . . . 4 2 Getting Help . . ...
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5 INSPIRON Setting Up Y our Inspiron ™ Laptop This section provides information about setting up your Inspiron Mini 10 laptop. Before Setting Up Y our Computer When positioning your computer , ensure that you allow easy access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to place your computer . Restricting airflow around your Ins ...
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6 Setting Up Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to the computer and then plug it into a wall outlet or surge protector . WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However , power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable ...
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7 Setting Up Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Connect the Network Cable (Optional) T o use a wired network connection, connect the network cable. ...
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8 Setting Up Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Press the Power Button ...
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9 Setting Up Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional) T o enable wireless: T urn on your computer . 1. Double-click the 2. icon on the system tray or press <F2>. The Wireless Enable/Disable dialog box appears. Select the option(s) you want to enable: 3. Enable Bluetooth – Enable Wireless LAN/WiMax – Enable Wireless W ...
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10 Setting Up Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Ubuntu ® Setup Y our Dell computer is preconfigured with the Ubuntu operating system if you requested for Ubuntu while ordering your computer . See the Ubuntu Quick Start Guide that shipped with your computer for more operating system specific information. Microsoft ® Windows ® Setup Y our Dell computer is ...
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11 Setting Up Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Setting Up a Wireless Connection Before you can use your wireless Internet connection, you need to connect to your wireless router . T o set up your connection to a wireless router: Ensure that wireless is enabled on your 1. computer (see “Enable or Disable Wireless” on page 9 ). Save and close any open fi ...
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12 Setting Up Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Under 3. Network and Internet , click Connect to the Internet . The Connect to the Internet window appears. Click either 4. Broadband (PPPoE) or Dial-up , depending on how you want to connect: Choose a. Broadband if you will use a DSL, satellite modem, cable TV modem, or Bluetooth ® wireless technology connec ...
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13 Setting Up Y our Inspiron™ Laptop If you have already obtained the setup – information from your ISP but did not receive a setup CD, click Set up my connection manually . If you have a CD, click – Use the CD I got from an ISP . Click 7. Next . If you selected Set up my connection manually , continue to step 6. Otherwise, follow the instruc ...
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INSPIRON 14 Using Y our Inspiron ™ Laptop Y our Inspiron Mini 10 has indicators and buttons that provide information and enable you to perform common tasks. The connectors on your computer provide the option of attaching additional devices. Right Side Features 5 4 3 2 1 6 5 4 3 2 1 6 ...
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15 Using Y our Inspiron™ Laptop 1 Audio out/Headphone connector – Connects to a pair of headphones, or sends audio to a powered speaker or sound system. 2 Audio in/Microphone connector – Connects to a microphone or input signal for use with audio programs. 3 HDMI connector – Connects to a TV for both 5.1 audio and video signals. NOTE: When ...
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16 Using Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Left Side Features 5 4 3 2 1 ...
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17 Using Y our Inspiron™ Laptop 1 Security cable slot – Attaches a commercially available antitheft device to the computer . NOTE: Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it works with the security cable slot on your computer . 2 AC adapter connector – Connects to the AC adapter to power on the computer and charge the battery . 3 USB ...
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18 Using Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features 4 3 2 1 ...
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19 Using Y our Inspiron™ Laptop 1 Power/Battery indicator light – T urns on steadily or blinks to indicate battery charge status. The light indicates the following states while charging or using the computer with: an AC adapter Solid white: The computer is on and • the battery is charging. Blinking white: The computer is in a • standb ...
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20 Using Y our Inspiron™ Laptop T ouch Pad Gestures Scroll Allows you to scroll through content. The scroll feature includes: Pan – Allows you to move the focus on the selected object when the entire object is not visible. Move two fingers in the desired direction to pan scroll the selected object. Auto Scroll V ertical – Allows you to scroll ...
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21 Using Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Zoom Allows you to increase or decrease the magnification of the screen content. The zoom feature includes: Pinch – Allows you to zoom in or zoom out by moving two fingers apart or bringing them closer together on the touch pad. T o zoom in : Move two fingers apart to enlarge the view of the active window . T o z ...
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22 Using Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Setting the T ouch Pad Sensitivity The palm tracking feature allows you to set the touch pad sensitivity , and is useful in preventing unwanted pointer movement while typing. T o set the touch pad sensitivity: Click 1. Start → Control Panel → Mouse and select the Elantech tab. Click 2. Options... and in the Ela ...
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23 Using Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Display Features 4 3 2 1 1 Microphone – Provides quality sound for audio chatting and voice recording. 3 Camera – Built-in camera for video capture, conferencing, and chat. 2 C amera activity light – Indicates if the camera is on or off. 4 Display – Y our display can vary based on selections you made when p ...
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24 Using Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. This computer should only use a battery purchased from Dell. Do not use batteries from other computers. WARNING: Before removing the battery , shut down the computer , and remove external cables (in ...
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25 Using Y our Inspiron™ Laptop T o remove the battery: Shut down the computer and turn it over . 1. Slide the battery lock latch until it clicks 2. into place. Slide the battery release latch to unlock 3. position. Pull the battery up and out of the battery bay . 4. T o replace the battery , slide it into the bay until it clicks into place. Then ...
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26 Using Y our Inspiron™ Laptop Windows XP Right-click an open area of the desktop to 1. access the display properties window . Click 2. Properties , to open the Display Properties window and learn more about your customization options. Customizing Y our Energy Settings Y ou can use the power op t io ns in yo ur op er ati ng system to configure t ...
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27 INSPIRON WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover . See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com for advanced service instructions. Network Problems Wireless Connections If the wireless network connection is lost The wireless router is offline or wireless has been disabled on the computer ...
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28 Solving Problems The link integrity light on the integrated network connector lets you verify that your connection is working and provides information on the status: Green — A good connection exists between • a 10-Mbps network and the computer . Orange — A good connection exists between • a 100-Mbps network and the computer . Off ? ...
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29 Solving Problems If the power light is blinking amber — A device might be malfunctioning or the battery charge is low . If the computer is receiving electrical power , • then a device might be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed. If the battery charge is low , connect the • computer to the AC adapter . If you encounter interferen ...
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30 Solving Problems Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up — Ensure that the power cable is firmly connected to the computer and to the electrical outlet. If a program stops responding — End the program: Press <Ctrl><Shift><Esc> simultaneously . 1. Click 2. Applications . Click the program that is no l ...
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31 Solving Problems Windows Vista Click 1. Start → Control Panel → Programs → Use an older program with this version of Windows .In the welcome screen, click Next . Follow the instructions on the screen. 2. Windows XP Click 1. Start → All Programs → Accessories → Program Compatibility Wizard. In the welcome screen, click 2. Next . Follo ...
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INSPIRON 32 NOTE: The instructions in this section are for computers with Windows Vista operating system installed. 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.d ...
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33 Using Support T ools System Messages If your computer has an issue or error , it may display a System Message that will help you identify the cause and action needed to resolve the issue. NOTE: If the message you received is not listed in the following examples, see the documentation for either the operating system or the program that was runnin ...
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34 Using Support T ools Enter system setup and ensure that the boot • sequence information is correct (see the Dell T echnology Guide on your hard disk or the Dell Support website at support.dell.com ). No timer tick interrupt — A chip on the system board might be malfunctioning or motherboard failure (see “Contacting Dell” on page 49 fo ...
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35 Using Support T ools Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer , perform the checks in “Lockups and Software Problems” on page 30 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 49 ) for technical assistance. It is recommended that you print these procedures before you begin. NOTE ...
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36 Using Support T ools Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics 4. from the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive. Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media NOTE: Y our computer may or may not have an optical drive. Use an external optical drive or any external storage device for the procedures that involves medi ...
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37 INSPIRON Y ou can restore your operating system in the following ways: System • Restore returns your computer to an earlier operating state without affecting data files. Use System Restore as the first solution for restoring your operating system and preserving data files. Dell • Factory Image Restore returns your hard drive to the ope ...
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38 Restoring Y our Operating System NOTE: The procedures in this document were written for the Windows default view , so they may not apply if you set your Dell ™ computer to the Windows Classic view . Starting System Restore in Windows Vista Click 1. Start . In the 2. Start Search box, type System Restore and press <Enter>. NOTE: The User ...
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39 Restoring Y our Operating System Undoing the Last System Restore in Windows XP NOTE: Before you undo the last system restore, save and close all open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter , open, or delete any files or programs until the system restoration is complete. Click 1. Start → All Programs → Accessories → System T ools ? ...
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40 Restoring Y our Operating System Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos, music files, and so on. If possible, back up all data before using PC Restore. Using PC Restore: T urn on the computer . 1. During the boot process, a blue bar with www .dell.com appears at the top of the screen. Immediately upon seeing ...
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41 Restoring Y our Operating System Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer . If possible, back up the data before using this option. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not ...
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42 Restoring Y our Operating System NOTE: Depending upon your configuration, you may need to select Dell Factory T ools , then Dell Factory Image Restore . Click 7. Next . The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears. NOTE: If you do not want to proceed with Factory Image Restore, click Cancel . Select the checkbox to confirm that you 8. want to contin ...
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43 Restoring Y our Operating System NOTE: The Dell Drivers and Utilities media contains drivers that were installed during the assembly of the computer . Use the Dell Drivers and Utilities media to load any required drivers. Depending on the region from which you ordered your computer , or whether you requested the media, the Dell Drivers and Utili ...
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INSPIRON 44 If you experience a problem with your computer , you can complete the following steps to diagnose and troubleshoot the problem: See “Solving Problems” on page 1. 27 for information and procedures that pertain to the problem your computer is experiencing. See “Dell Diagnostics” on page 2. 35 for procedures on how to run Dell Diag ...
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45 Getting Help T echnical Support and Customer Service Dell’ s support service is available to answer your questions about Dell hardware. Our support staff use computer -based diagnostics to provide fast, accurate answers. T o c on ta ct D el l’ s s up po rt s er vi ce , se e “B ef or e Y ou Call” on page 48 and then see the contact inform ...
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46 Getting Help Dell Support e-mail addresses mobile_support@us.dell.com • support@us.dell.com • la-techsupport@dell.com • (Latin America and Caribbean countries only) apsupport@dell.com • (Asian/Pacific countries only) Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail addresses apmarketing@dell.com • (Asian/Pacific countries only) sales_can ...
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47 Getting Help Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Prepare all items being returned, whether for repair or credit, as follows: Call Dell to obtain a Return Material 1. Authorization Number , and write it clearly and prominently on the outside of the box. NOTE: For the telephone number to call for your region, see “Contacting ...
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48 Getting Help Before Y ou Call NOTE: Have your Express Service Code ready when you call. The code helps Dell’ s automated-support telephone system direct your call more efficiently . Y ou may also be asked for your Service T ag (located on the back or bottom of your computer). Remember to fill out the following Diagnostic Checklist. If possible ...
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49 Getting Help See your operating system documentation to determine the contents of the computer’ s start-up files. If the computer is connected to a printer , print each file. Otherwise, record the contents of each file before calling Dell. Error message, beep code, or diagnostic • code: Description of problem and troubleshooting • pr ...
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INSPIRON 50 Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See: reinstall your operating system. the Operating System media. run a diagnostic program for your computer , reinstall desktop system software, or update drivers for your computer , and readme files. the Drivers and Utilities media. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be f ...
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51 Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See: find safety best practices information for your computer review W arranty information, T erms and Conditions (U.S. only), Safety instructions, Regulatory information, Ergonomics information, and End User License Agreement. the safety and regulatory documents that shipped with your compu ...
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INSPIRON 52 Specifications System Model Dell ™ Inspiron ™ Mini 10 This section provides information that you may need when setting up, updating drivers for , and upgrading your computer . NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer , click Start → Help and Support and select the option ...
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53 Specications Computer Information System Chipset Intel LPIA (Low Power Intel Architecture) Poulsbo US15W Data bus width 64 bits DRAM bus width single channel 64-bit buses Processor address bus width 32 bits Flash EEPROM 1 MB Internal Storage 2.5 inches HDD SA T A, 2.5 inches HDD SSD TV tuner internal TV tuner module Communications Modem type ...
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54 Specications Video video controller Intel LPIA Poulsbo video memory 8 MB system memory (shared) LCD interface LVDS Audio Audio type 2 channel High Definition Audio with optional SRS Premium Sound™ Audio controller ALC269 Stereo conversion 24-bit (analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog) Audio Internal Interface Intel High Definition Audio E ...
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55 Specications Connectors Audio microphone connector , one stereo headphone/ speakers connector , digital MIC with camera module (optional) Mini-Card two full size Mini Card slots and one half size Mini Card slot, the half size slot supports dual interface and the full size slots support USB only Network adapter RJ45 port USB three 4-pin USB 2. ...
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56 Specications Display Operating angle 0° (closed) to 135° Luminance 180 min 200 typ. cd/m² (5 point avg) WSVGA AG 230 min 250 typ. cd/m² (5 point avg) HD AG Viewing Angles: Horizontal ±40° (CR ≥ 10) typ.WSVGA AG ±60° (CR ≥ 10) typ.HD AG V ertical +10° to +30° (CR ≥ 10) typ. WSVGA AG +50° (CR ≥ 10) typ. HD AG Display Pixel pi ...
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57 Specications Camera Pixel 1.3 megapixel Video resolution 320 x 240 ~1280 x 1024 (640 x 480 at 30 fps) Diagonal viewing angle 66° T ouch pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) 240 cpi Size: Width 78.5 mm (3.09 inches) sensor -active area Height 38 mm (1.49 inches) rectangle AC Adapter Input voltage 100–240 V AC Input current (max ...
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58 Specications AC Adapter 30 W (PI): Height 70.0 mm (2.76 inches) Width 36.0 mm (1.42 inches) Depth 78.0 mm (3.07 inches) W eight (with cables) 0.156 kg (0.34 lb) Physical Height 25.3 mm to 28.0 mm (0.99 inches to 1.10 inches) Width 261 mm (10.27 inches) Depth 182.5 mm (7.18 inches) W eight (with 3-cell battery): Configurable to less than 1.30 ...
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59 Specications Computer Environment Maximum shock (for operating – measured with Dell Diagnostics running on the hard drive and a 2 ms half-sine pulse; for non-operating – measured with hard drive in head-parked position and a 2 ms half-sine pulse): Operating 110 GRMS Non- Operating 160 GRMS ...
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INSPIRON 60 A AC adapter size and weight 57 , 5 8 airflow , allowing 5 B backups creating 26 C calling Dell 48 chipset 53 computer , setting up 5 connect(ing) to the Internet 10 conserving energy 26 Contacting Dell online 49 customer service 45 customizing your energy settings 26 D damage, avoiding 5 data, backing up 26 DellConnect 45 Dell Factory ...
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61 Index E e-mail addresses for technical support 46 energy conserving 26 expansion bus 53 F finding more information 50 FTP login, anonymous 46 H hardware problems diagnosing 34 Hardware T roubleshooter 3 4 help getting assistance and support 44 I Internet connection 10 ISP Internet Service Provider 10 M memory problems solving 29 memory support 5 ...
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62 Index P power problems, solving 28 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 27 processor 52 products information and purchasing 46 R reinstalling Windows 37 resources, finding more 50 restoring factory image 41 S setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 47 software features 25 software problems 30 solving problems 27 speci ...
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63 Index Windows Vista ® Program Compatibility Wizard 30 reinstalling 43 setup 10 Windows XP 31 wired network network cable, connecting 7 wireless network connection 27 ...
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