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    INSPIRON™ SETUP GUIDE
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    INSPIRON™ SETUP GUIDE Model P03T Type P03T001
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    used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, YOURS IS HERE, Dell On Call, and DellConnect are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Intel, Celeron, and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and other countries; Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, and the Windows Vista start button logo
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    and Replacing the Battery 30 Software Features 32 Dell Dock 35 Solving Problems 36 Beep Codes 36 Network Problems 37 Power Problems 38 Memory Problems 40 Lockups and Software Problems 40 Using Support Tools 43 Dell Support Center 43 System Messages 44 Hardware Troubleshooter 45 Dell
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    Your Operating System 49 System Restore 50 Dell Factory Image Restore 51 Operating System Reinstallation 53 Getting Help 55 Technical Support and Customer Service 56 DellConnect 56 Online Services 57 Automated Order-Status Service 58 Product Information 58 Returning Items for Repair
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    , ensure that you allow easy access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to place your computer. Restricting airflow around your Inspiron laptop may cause it to overheat. To prevent overheating ensure that you leave at least 10.2 cm (4 inches) at the back of the computer and
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    Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to the computer and then plug it into an electrical outlet or surge protector. WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an
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    Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the Network Cable (Optional) To use a wired network connection, connect the network cable. 7
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    Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Press the Power Button 8
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    Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Microsoft Windows Your Dell computer is preconfigured with Microsoft Windows operating system. To set up Windows for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. These steps are mandatory and may take some time to complete. The Windows setup screens
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    Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM (Optional) Installing a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card allows you to browse the Internet, check e-mail, and connect to a Virtual Private Network. To access these features, you must be within the network of your cellular service provider. NOTE:
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    Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To install the SIM: 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Remove the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on 30). 3. In the battery bay, slide the SIM into the SIM card slot. 4. Replace the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on 30). 5. Turn on your
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    Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional) 12
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    the wireless key on the keyboard. The Wireless Radio Control dialog box appears. 2. Clear the options you want to disable. 3. Click OK. NOTE: The Enable Flight Mode button allows you to quickly turn all of your wireless radios (Bluetooth, Mobile Broadband, and GPS) off, such as when you are asked to
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    Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the Internet, you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP). If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is not a part of your original order, you can purchase one from the Dell website
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    Inspiron Laptop Windows® 7 1. Ensure that wireless is enabled on your computer (see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on page 12). 2. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 3. Click Start → Control Panel→ Network and Sharing Center→ Connect to a network. 4. Follow the instructions
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    Contact your ISP to check the service status, or try connecting again later. Have your ISP information ready. If you do not have an ISP, the Connect to the Internet wizard can help you get one. Windows Vista® NOTE: The following instructions are applicable for the Windows default view, and may not
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    . The Connect to the Internet window appears. NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP to complete the setup. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 17
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    INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron 11 laptop. Right Side Features 1 23 4 18 56
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    Your Inspiron Laptop 1 3-in-1 Media Card Reader - Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on the following digital memory cards: • Secure Digital (SD) memory card • Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) card • Multi Media Card (MMC
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    Using Your Inspiron Laptop Left Side Features 1 2 3 20
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    Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Network connector - Connects your computer to a network or a , only the video signal is read. 3 Power USB connector - Connects to USB devices that require more power, such as certain printers and bar code scanners. This connector supports a current load of up to 2 A.
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    Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base Features 1 2 22 3 4
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    Using Your Inspiron Laptop Touch Pad Gestures Scroll Allows you to scroll through horizontal scroll zone (extreme bottom of the touch pad) to scroll right or left on the active window. Zoom Allows you to increase or decrease the magnification of the screen content. The zoom feature includes:
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    Using Your Inspiron Laptop Rotate Allows you to rotate the active content on the screen. the touch pad settings to enable or disable features, or to change the default behavior. 1. Click Start → Control Panel→ Multi-finger. 2. In the Elan Smart-Pad window that appears, select the desired feature
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    Using Your Inspiron Laptop Media Controls The media control keys are located on the keyboard. To use the media controls, press the required key. You can use the Function Key Behavior setting in the System Setup (BIOS) Utility to configure the media control keys. System Setup (BIOS) Utility - 1.
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    Using Your Inspiron Laptop 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 Eject the disc from the optional external optical drive 27
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    Using Your Inspiron Laptop Display Features The display panel holds a camera and an accompanying microphone. 1234 28
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    Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Microphone - Provides high quality sound for video conferencing and voice recording. 2 Camera - Built-in camera for video capture, indicator - Indicates if the camera is on or off. 4 Display - For more information about displays, see the Dell Technology Guide. 29
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    Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer. WARNING: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. This computer should only
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    Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 2 1 battery 2 battery release latches (2) 31
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    Using Your Inspiron Laptop Software Features NOTE: For more information about the features described in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals. Productivity and Communication You can use your computer to create
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    Your Energy Settings You can use the power options in your operating system to configure the power settings on your computer. The Microsoft Windows operating system installed on your Dell computer provides three default options: • Balanced/Dell Recommended - Offers full performance when you need
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    Your Inspiron Laptop Transferring Information to a New Computer Windows Vista NOTE: The following instructions are applicable for the Windows default view, and may not apply if you set your computer to the Windows Classic view. 1. Click Start → Control Panel→ System and Maintenance→ Welcome Center
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    INSPIRON Dell Dock The Dell Right-click the Dock, click Add→ Category. The Add/Edit Category window is displayed. 2. Enter a title for the category in the Title Dock and click Delete shortcut or Delete category. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen. Personalize the Dock 1. Right-click the Dock
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    NOTE: To replace parts, see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals. Beep Code Possible Problem Two No RAM detected Three Possible motherboard failure Chipset error Four RAM read/write failure Five Real Time Clock failure Six Video card or chip failure
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    Network Problems Wireless Connections If the wireless network connection is lost - The wireless router is offline or wireless has been disabled on the computer. • Check your wireless router to ensure it is powered on and connected to your data source (cable modem or network hub). • Interference may
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    be responding. • Press the power button. The computer resumes normal operation if it is off or in hibernate mode. • If the display is not responding, press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 61
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    the computer turns off and then turn it back on. If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 61). If the power light is solid amber and the computer is not responding - The computer is on in standby mode with low battery or the display may not be responding. • Connect the AC
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    ). If you experience other memory problems - • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 45). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 61). Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up - Ensure that the power cable is firmly connected
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    your keyboard or moving your mouse, press the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds Windows operating system environments. Windows Vista® 1. Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Use an older program with this version of Windows. 2. In the welcome screen, click Next. 3. Follow the instructions
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    Use an older program with this version of Windows and press 3. Follow the instructions on the Program Compatibility wizard. If you have other software problems - • Back up your files immediately. • Use a virus-scanning program to check the hard drive or CDs. • Save and close any open files
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    Dell Support Center home page displays your computer's model number, service tag, express service code, and service contact information. The home page also provides links to access: Self Help (Troubleshooting, Security, System Performance, Network/Internet, Backup/ Recovery, and Windows operating
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    program that was running when the message appeared. Alternatively you could see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals or contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 61 for assistance). No boot device available - No bootable partition
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    assistance. NOTE: Dell Diagnostics works only on Dell computers. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc is optional and may not ship with your computer. See the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals, to review your computer's configuration
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    Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on your hard drive. NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 61). 1. Ensure that the computer is
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    . If PSA is not invoked: Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive and to go to the Choose An Option window. 4. Select the test you want to run. 5. If you encounter a problem during a test, a message with the error code and a description of
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    test screen. The Service Tag helps you identify your computer when you contact Dell. 9. When the tests complete, close the test screen to return to the Choose An Option window. 10. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and to restart the computer, click Exit. 11. Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc. 48
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    the computer. This procedure permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any programs installed after you received the computer. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. • If you received an Operating System disc with your
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    default view, so they may not apply if you set your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view. Starting System Restore 1. Click Start . 2. In the Start Search box, type System Restore and press . NOTE: The User Account Control window may appear. If you are an administrator on the computer
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    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 resolve your operating system problem. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not
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    files-are permanently deleted from the hard drive. Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos, music files, and so on. If possible, back up all data before using Dell Factory Image Restore. 1. Turn on the computer. When the Dell logo appears, press several times
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    problem, then use System Restore to return your operating system to the operating state it was in before you installed the new device driver. CAUTION: Before performing the installation, back up all data files on your primary hard drive. For conventional hard drive configurations, the primary hard
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    Restoring Your Operating System To reinstall Windows, you need the following: • Dell Operating System disc • Dell Drivers and Utilities disc NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc contains drivers that were installed during the assembly of the computer. Use the Dell Drivers and Utilities disc to load
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    36 for information and procedures that pertain to the problem your computer is experiencing. 2. See the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals for more troubleshooting information. 3. See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 45 for procedures on how
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    see the contact information for your region or go to support.dell.com. DellConnect DellConnect™ is a simple online access tool that allows a Dell service and support associate to access your computer through a broadband connection, diagnose your problem and repair it all under your supervision. For
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    (Japan only) • support.euro.dell.com (Europe only) Getting Help Dell Support e-mail addresses • [email protected] • [email protected] • [email protected] (Latin America and Caribbean countries only) • [email protected] (Asian/Pacific countries only) Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail
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    , you can go to support.dell.com, or you can call the automated order-status service. A recording prompts you for the information needed to locate and report on your order. For the telephone number to call your region, see "Contacting Dell" on page 61. If you have a problem with your order, such
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    sure to back up any data on the hard drive(s) and on any other storage device in the product. Remove any and all confidential, proprietary and personal information, as well as removable media, such as CDs and PC Cards. Dell is not responsible for any of your confidential, proprietary or personal
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    Tag (bar code on the back or bottom of the computer): • Express Service Code: • Return Material Authorization Number (if provided by Dell support technician): • Operating system and version: • Devices: • Expansion cards: • Are you connected to a network? Yes /No • Network, version, and network
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    file. Otherwise, record the contents of each file before calling Dell. • Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: • Description of problem and troubleshooting procedures you performed: Contacting Dell For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-999-3355). NOTE: If you do not have
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    : Drivers and documentation updates can be found on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com/manuals. the Dell Technology Guide installed on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE
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    the service tag to identify your computer on support.dell.com or to contact technical support find drivers and downloads access technical support and product help check on your order status for new purchases find solutions and answers to common questions locate information for last-minute updates
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    System Model Inspiron 11 This section provides information that you may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. For more detailed specifications, see the Comprehensive Specifications on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals. NOTE: Offerings
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    adapter USB Video one microphone connector, one mono headphone/stereo speaker connector one full size Mini-Card slot and one half size Mini-Card slot, supports dual interface one RJ45 connector two 4-pin USB 2.0-compliant connectors one 4-pin power USB 2.0-compliant connector one HDMI connector 65
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    time Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions. For more information, see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals. Coin-cell battery CR
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    Temperature range Operating Storage 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) -30° to 65°C (-22° to 149°F) Physical Height 16.4 mm to 25.8 mm (0.64 inches to 1.01 inches) Width 292 mm (11.49 inches) Depth 214 mm (8.42 inches) Weight (with 3-cell battery): Configurable to less 1.35 kg (2.98 lbs) than 67
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    0.66 GRMS Non-Operating 1.3 GRMS 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
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    Basic Specifications 69
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    INSPIRON Appendix Macrovision Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. 70
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    in accordance with the requirements of the Official Mexican Standard (NOM): Importer: Dell México S.A. de C.V. Paseo de la Reforma 2620 - Flat 11° Col. Lomas Altas 11950 México, D.F. Laptops Regulatory model number Voltage Frequency Electricity Output consumption Output voltage intensity P03T
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    72 Contacting Dell online 61 customer service 56 customizing your desktop 33 your energy settings 33 D damage, avoiding 5 data, backing up 34 DellConnect 56 Dell Diagnostics 45 Dell Factory Image Restore 49 Dell Support Center 43 Dell support website 63 Dell Technology Guide for further information
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    finding more information 62 FTP login, anonymous 57 H hardware problems diagnosing 45 Hardware Troubleshooter 45 help getting assistance and support 55 I Internet connection 14 ISP Internet Service Provider 14 M memory problems solving 40 memory support 64 N network connection fixing 37 Index 73
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    P power strips, using 6 processor 64 products information and purchasing 58 R reinstalling Windows 54 resources, finding more 62 restoring factory image 51 S setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 59 software features 32 software problems 40 specifications 64 74 support
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