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    INSPIRON™ SETUP GUIDE
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    INSPIRON™ SETUP GUIDE Model P06S series Type P06S001
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    you how to avoid the problem. WARNING: A WARNING indicates Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden. Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, YOURS IS HERE, and DellConnect are trademarks of Dell Bluetooth is a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Dell under
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    Computer Base and Keyboard Features 22 Multimedia Control Keys 25 Display Features 26 Dell Extended Battery Life 28 Removing and Replacing the Battery 28 Software Features 30 Dell Dock 32 Solving Problems 34 Beep Codes 34 Network Problems 35 Power Problems 35 Memory Problems 37 Lockups
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    Using Support Tools 40 Dell Support Center 40 System Messages 41 Hardware Troubleshooter 43 Dell Diagnostics 43 Restoring Your Operating System 48 System Restore 48 Dell Factory Image Restore 50 Operating System Reinstallation 52 Getting Help 54 Technical Support and Customer Service 55
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    place your Dell™ computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is powered on. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire. The computer turns on the fan when the computer gets hot. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or
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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 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
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    Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the Network Cable (Optional) To use a wired network connection, connect one end of the network cable to the computer, and plug the other end into the wall socket. 7
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    Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Press the Power Button 8
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    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 will
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    Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the Subscriber Identity Module (Optional) NOTE: . 2. Remove the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 28). 3. In the battery bay, slide the SIM into the SIM slot. 4. Replace the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on
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    1 battery bay 2 SIM slot 3 SIM 1 2 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 3 11
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    the keys on the keyboard to enable or disable wireless. The wireless on or off icons appear on the screen to indicate the status. NOTE: The wireless feature is available on your computer only if you purchased a WLAN or a Bluetooth card. Wireless on: Wireless off: For information on changing
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    Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 13
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    Your Inspiron Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the Internet, you need an external USB 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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    Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up Your Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country. Contact your ISP for offerings available in your country. If you cannot connect to the Internet but have successfully connected in the past, your ISP may have a service outage. Contact your
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    INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron laptop. Right View Features 12 3 4 5 16
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    in the tray. For more information on using the optical drive, see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or at support.dell.com/manuals. CAUTION: This drive supports nonstandard-sized and -shaped discs; however, degradation in drive performance may be experienced, and in extreme cases, the
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    Using Your Inspiron Laptop Left View Features 12 18 3 4 5
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    Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 AC adapter connector - Connects to the AC adapter to power the computer and charge the battery. 2 Network connector - Connects to a network or a 2.0 connector - Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 19
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    Using Your Inspiron Laptop Front View Feature 1 20
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    Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 SD/MMC - MS/Pro 7-in-1 Memory Card Reader - Provides a fast, convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on a memory card (see "Basic Specifications" on page 64 for a list of supported cards). NOTE: Your computer ships with a
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    Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features 12 3 45 22
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    Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power/Battery indicator light - The light indicates the following states when powered using an AC adapter or a battery. AC Adapter Indicator light status Computer state(s) Solid white on off/hibernate Blinking white off standby off/hibernate Battery charge level
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    Using Your Inspiron Laptop 3 Keyboard/Multimedia control keys - For more information about the keyboard, see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or at support.dell.com/manuals. For more information about the multimedia control keys, see "Multimedia Control Keys" and page 25. 4 Touch pad
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    Using Your Inspiron Laptop Multimedia Control Keys You can configure the multimedia control keys on the keyboard using the Function Key Behavior in the System Setup (BIOS) utility. The options in the Function Key Behavior setting are: Multimedia Key First - This is
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    Using Your Inspiron Laptop Display Features The display panel holds a camera and accompanying digital microphone. 1 2 34 26
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    Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Digital microphone - Provides quality sound for audio chatting and voice recording. 2 Camera - Built-in you made when purchasing your computer. For more information about displays, see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or at support.dell.com/manuals. 27
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    Your Inspiron Laptop Dell Extended Battery Life The Dell Extended Battery Life feature provides options to maximize your battery's charge. This feature is enabled by default and is activated when you disconnect the AC power. Press to enable or disable the feature. The Extended Battery Life pop
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    1 1 battery 2 battery bay 3 battery release latches (2) Using Your Inspiron Laptop 2 3 29
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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 at support.dell.com/manuals. Productivity and Communication You can use your computer to create presentations, brochures,
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    Your Inspiron Laptop Dell computer provides two default options: • Power saver - Saves power on your computer by reducing system performance to maximize the life Started→ Transfer files from another computer. 2. Follow the instructions on the Windows Easy Transfer wizard. Backing Up Your Data
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    Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell Dock The Dell Dock is a group of icons that provide easy access to frequently-used applications, files, and folders. You can personalize the Dock by: • Adding or removing icons • Grouping related icons into categories • Changing the color and location of the Dock •
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    Using Your Inspiron Laptop Add a Category 1. Right-click the Dock and click Add→ Category. The Add/Edit Category window appears. 2. . Remove a Category or Icon 1. Right-click the category or icon on the Dock and click Delete shortcut or Delete category. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen.
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    INSPIRON Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for your computer. If you cannot solve your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 40 or "Contacting Dell" on page 61. Beep Codes Your computer might emit a series of beeps during start-up
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    -establish your connection to the wireless router (see "Setting Up a Wireless Connection" on page 14). Wired connection is lost - ­ • Make sure the cable is plugged in and not damaged. • If the problem persists, contact your network administrator or ISP. Power Problems Power light is off - computer
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    - standby mode with a low battery charge • Connect the AC adapter to charge the battery. • Move the mouse, touch the touch pad, or press the power button to resume normal operation. Possible causes of interference hindering your computer reception - • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables
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    , install additional memory (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • Reseat the memory modules (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals) to ensure that your computer is successfully communicating with the memory. Other memory problems - • Ensure that you are following
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    CD. Computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears - WARNING: You might lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown. • If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds
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    the instructions on the Program Compatibility wizard. Other software problems - Back up your files immediately. Use a virus-scanning program to check the hard drive or installed and configured properly. • Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. • If necessary, uninstall and
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    INSPIRON Using Support Tools Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center helps you find the service, support, and system-specific information you need. To launch the application, click the icon in the taskbar. The Dell Support Center home page displays your computer's model number, service tag,
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    RTC) battery low. Replace the RTC coin-cell battery (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals) or contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 61). CPU fan failure - CPU fan has failed. Replace the CPU fan (see the Service Manual at support. dell.com/manuals). Hard-disk drive
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    Technology Guide at support.dell.com/manuals). No timer tick interrupt - A chip on the system board might be malfunctioning or motherboard failure. Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 61). USB over current error - Disconnect the USB device. Your USB device needs more power
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    Problems" on page 38 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical 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 System Setup section in the Service Manual to review
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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 for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 61). 1. Ensure that the
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    Option window. If PSA is not invoked: Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive. 4. Select the test you want to run. Using Support Tools 5. If a problem is encountered during a test, a message appears with an error code and a description
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    Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc 1. Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc. 2. Shut down and restart the computer. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait
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    Service Tag helps you identify your computer when you contact Dell. 9. When the tests are complete, close the test screen to return to the Choose An Option window. 10. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, click Exit. 11. Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc. Using Support Tools
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    INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating System You can restore your operating system in the 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
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    In the search box, type System Restore and press . NOTE: The User Account Control window may appear. If you are an administrator on the computer, to continue the desired action. 3. Click Next and remaining prompts on the screen. In the event that System Restore did not resolve the issue, you
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    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 Recovery Options window appears. 50
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    System 4. Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 5. To access the recovery options, log on as a local user. To access the command prompt, type administrator in the User name field, then click OK. 6. Click Dell Factory Image Restore. The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears. NOTE
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    files on your primary hard drive. For conventional hard drive configurations, the primary hard drive is the first drive detected by the computer. To reinstall Windows, you need the following: • Dell Operating System disc • Dell Drivers and Utilities disc NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc contains
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    , you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other software 4. Restart the computer. 5. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Drive and press . 7. Press any key to Boot from CD-ROM. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the
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    extensive suite of online services available at Dell Support (support.dell.com) for help with installation and troubleshooting procedures. See "Online Services" on page 56 for a more extensive list of Dell Support online. 6. If the preceding steps have not resolved the problem, see "Before You Call
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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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    Dell products and services on the following websites: • www.dell.com • www.dell.com/ap (Asian/Pacific countries only) • www.dell.com/jp (Japan only) • www.euro.dell.com (Europe only) • www.dell.com/la (Latin American and Caribbean countries) • www.dell.ca (Canada only) You can access Dell Support
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    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 as missing parts
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    , make sure to back up any data on the hard drive 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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    possible, turn on your computer before you call Dell for assistance and call from a telephone at or near the computer. You may be asked to type some commands at the keyboard, relay detailed information during operations, or try other troubleshooting steps possible only at the computer itself. Ensure
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    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 adapter: • Programs and versions: See
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    can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog. Dell provides several online and telephonebased support and service options. Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be available in your area. Getting Help To contact
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    and documentation updates can be found at support.dell.com. the Dell Technology Guide installed on your hard drive or at support.dell.com/manuals the Service Manual at support.dell.com/ manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void your warranty. Check
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    instructions, Regulatory information, Ergonomics information, and End User License Agreement find your Service tag/Express Service Code - You must use the service tag to identify your computer on support.dell.com or to contact technical support find drivers and downloads access technical support
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    INSPIRON Basic Specifications System Model Dell Inspiron 1370 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 at support.dell.com/manuals. NOTE: Offerings
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    Stick Memory Stick Pro Basic Specifications Memory Memory module two user-accessible connector SODIMM connectors Memory module 2 GB, 3 GB, capacities 4 GB, 6 GB Memory type DDR3 1067 MHz NOTE: For instructions on upgrading memory, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. 65
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    Basic Specifications Connectors Audio Mini-Card HDMI connector Network adapter USB Video one stereo headphone/ USB Modem Network adapter 10/100/1000 Ethernet LAN on system board Wireless WLAN, WWAN, and Bluetooth® wireless technology Display Type Height Width Diagonal 13.3" HD WLED backlight
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    time (approximate) 1 hour to 80% capacity and 2 hours to 100% capacity (when the computer is turned off) Life span (approximate) 300 charge/discharge cycles Basic Specifications Battery 8-cell lithium ion Depth 33.63 mm (1.32 inches) Height 42.01 mm (1.65 inches) Width 279.8 mm (11
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    Basic Specifications AC Adapter Input voltage Input current Input frequency Output power Output current Rated output voltage Operating temperature Storage temperature 100-240 VAC 1.5 A 50-60 Hz 65 W 3.34 A (continuous) 19.5 ± 1 VDC 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F) -
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    vibration (using a random vibration spectrum that simulates user environment): Operating 0.66 GRMS Non-Operating 1.30 GRMS Basic Specifications Computer Environment Maximum shock (for operating - measured with Dell Diagnostics running on the hard drive and a 2-ms half-sine pulse; for non
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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 P06S
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    61 72 Customer Service 55 customizing your desktop 30 your energy settings 31 D damage, avoiding 5 Dell Diagnostics 43 Dell Factory Image Restore 50 Dell Support Center 40 Dell support website 63 Dell Technology Guide for further information 62 Diagnostic Checklist 60 drivers and downloads 63
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    FTP login, anonymous 56 H hardware problems diagnosing 43 Hardware Troubleshooter 43 help getting assistance and support 54 I Internet connection 14 ISP Internet Service Provider 14 N network connection fixing 35 P power problems solving 35 power strips using 6 products information and purchasing
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    resources 62 restoring factory image 50 Roll Back Driver 52 S setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 58 SIM 10 software features 30 software problems 38 solving problems 34 specifications 64 support e-mail addresses 56 74 support sites worldwide 56 system message 41 system
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