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    INSPIRON™ SETUP GUIDE
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     INSPIRON™ SETUP GUIDE Model PP19S
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    how to avoid the problem. WARNING: A WARNING Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, YOURS IS HERE, and DellConnect are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Intel is a registered trademark and Atom is a trademark of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and other countries; Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, and the Windows
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    23 Removing and Replacing the Battery 24 Software Features 25 Solving Problems 27 Network Problems 27 Power Problems 28 Memory Problems 29 Lockups and Software Problems 30 Using Support Tools 32 Dell Support Center 32 System Messages 33 Hardware Troubleshooter 34 Dell Diagnostics 35 3
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    37 System Restore 37 Using Dell™ PC Restore in Windows XP 39 Dell Factory Image Restore 41 Operating System Reinstallation 42 Getting Help 44 Technical Support and Customer Service 45 DellConnect 45 Online Services 45 Automated Order-Status Service 46 Product Information 46 Returning
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    This section provides information about setting up your Inspiron Mini 10 laptop. Before Setting Up Your Computer When push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Do not place your Dell™ computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is powered on
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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
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    Connect the Network Cable (Optional) To use a wired network connection, connect the network cable. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Laptop 7
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    Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Laptop Press the Power Button 8
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    3. Select the option(s) you want to enable: --Enable Bluetooth --Enable Wireless LAN/WiMax --Enable Wireless WAN/GPS 4. Click OK. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Laptop To disable wireless: 1. Double-click the icon on the system tray or press . The Wireless Enable/Disable dialog box appears. 2. Clear
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    Inspiron™ Laptop Ubuntu® Setup Your 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
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    Inspiron™ open programs. 2. Double-click the ISP icon on the Microsoft Windows desktop. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup. If you do not in the past, the ISP might have a service outage. Contact your ISP to check the service status, or try connecting again later. NOTE:
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    Inspiron™ Laptop 3. Under Network and Internet, click Connect to the Internet. The Connect to the Internet window instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP to complete the setup. Windows Connection. The Internet Properties window appears. 4. Click Setup.
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    7. Click Next. If you selected Set up my connection manually, continue to step 6. Otherwise, follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup. NOTE: If you provided by your ISP to complete the setup. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Laptop Set Up the TV Tuner (Availability Varies by Regions)
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    INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron™ Laptop Your 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 6 5 4 3 12 14
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    Using Your Inspiron™ Laptop 1 Audio out/Headphone connector - Connects to a pair of headphones, MP3 player. 5 Power USB connector - Connects to USB devices that require more power. This port supports up to 2 A current loading. 6 Network connector - Connects your computer to a network or
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    Using Your Inspiron™ Laptop Left Side Features 5 4 3 2 1 16
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    to the AC adapter to power on the computer and charge the battery. 3 USB 2.0 connector - Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 4 Antenna in connector (on supported models) - Connects to an external antenna, through a MCX connector, to view
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    Using Your Inspiron™ Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features 1 2 3 4 18
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    is on. • Blinking white: The computer is in standby mode. • Blinking amber: The battery charge is low. Connect the AC adapter to charge the battery. • Off: The computer is off. Using Your Inspiron™ Laptop 2 Keyboard - Settings for this keyboard can be personalized by using the system setting
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    Using Your Inspiron™ Laptop Auto Scroll Horizontal - Allows you to scroll left or right on the active window. Move two fingers to your left or right at a fast pace to activate Allows you to flip content forward or backward based on the direction of the flick. Move three fingers quickly in the desired
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    the touch pad. To zoom in: Move two fingers apart to enlarge the view of the active window. To zoom out: Move two fingers close together to reduce the view of the active window. Using Your Inspiron™ Laptop Rotate Allows you to rotate the active content on the screen. The rotate feature includes
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    Using Your Inspiron™ Laptop Setting the Touch Pad Sensitivity The palm tracking Panel→ Mouse and select the Elantech tab. 2. Click Options... and in the Elan Smart-Pad window that appears, scroll down and select PalmTracking. 3. Drag the PalmTracking Sensitivity slider to increase or decrease
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    activity light - Indicates if the camera is on or off. 3 Camera - Built-in camera for video capture, conferencing, and chat. 4 Display - Your display can vary based on selections you made when purchasing your computer. For more information about displays, see the Dell Technology Guide. 23
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    Using Your 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
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    battery lock latch to the lock position. 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 an e-mail account, upload and download files, and so on. Entertainment
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    Inspiron™ Laptop Windows XP 1. Right-click an open area of the desktop to access the display properties window. 2. Click Properties, to open the Display Properties window Control dialog box and follow the instructions in the Back up Files wizard. Windows XP 1. Click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories
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    INSPIRON Solving Problems 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
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    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
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    requirements. If necessary, install additional memory (See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). If you experience other memory problems - • Check if the memory module is compatible with your computer. Your computer supports DDR2 memory. For more information about the
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    and Software Problems If and then reinstall the program. NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on the media (CD or DVD). 10 seconds until the computer turns off and then restart your computer. If a program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows®
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    the program is installed and configured properly. --Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. --If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program, Dell Support Center. --Write down any error message that is displayed to help in troubleshooting when Contacting Dell. 31
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    INSPIRON Using Support Tools 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
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    page 49 for assistance). CMOS checksum error - Possible motherboard failure or RTC battery low. Replace the battery. (See the Dell Technology Guide on your hard disk or the Dell Support website at support.dell. com or see "Contacting Dell" on page 49 for assistance). Hard-disk (HDD) drive failure
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    the boot sequence information is correct (see the Dell Technology 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 for assistance). USB over
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    . To review your computer's configuration information, and ensure that the device that you want to test displays in the system setup program and is active. See the System Setup section in the Dell Technology Guide. Start the Dell Diagnostics from your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities
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    Using Support Tools 4. Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive. Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media NOTE: Your computer may or may not have an optical drive. Use an external optical drive or any external
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    INSPIRON for restoring your operating system and preserving data files. • Dell Factory Image Restore returns your hard drive to the operating if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. System Restore The Windows operating systems provide a System Restore option which allows
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    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 welcome screen, click Next. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. Undoing the Last System Restore in Windows Vista NOTE: Before you undo the last system
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    my last restoration and then click Next. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. Using Dell™ PC Restore in Windows XP CAUTION: Using Dell PC 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
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    Restore: 1. Turn on the computer. During the boot process, a blue bar with www.dell.com appears at the top of the screen. 2. Immediately upon seeing the blue bar, approximately 6 to 10 minutes to complete. 4. When prompted, click Finish to reboot the computer. NOTE: Do not manually shut down the
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    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 be available
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    upon your configuration, you may need to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore. 7. Click Next. The Windows operating system to correct a problem with a newly installed driver, first try using Windows Device Driver Rollback. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem
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    or whether you requested the media, the Dell Drivers and Utilities media and Operating System media may not ship with your computer. Reinstalling Windows The reinstallation process can take 1 to Press any key to Boot from CD-ROM. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. 43
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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 45 for a more extensive list of Dell Support online. 5. If the preceding steps have not resolved the problem, see "Before You Call
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    Getting Help Technical 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. To contact Dell's support service, see "Before You Call" on page 48 and then see
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    ordered, 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 49 for problems with your order. If you
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    the tests that you have run and any error messages reported by the Dell Diagnostics (see Dell Diagnostics" on page 35). Getting Help 4. Include any accessories that belong with the item(s) being returned (power cables, software, guides, and so on) if the return is for credit. 5. Pack the equipment
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    Getting Help Before You 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. You may also be asked for your Service Tag (located on the back or bottom of your computer). Remember to fill out the
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    sales, technical support, or customer service issues: 1. Visit support.dell.com. 2. Verify your country or region in the Choose A Country/Region drop-down menu at the bottom of the page. 3. Click Contact Us on the left side of the page. 4. Select the appropriate service or support link based on your
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    : Drivers and documentation updates can be found on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com. the Dell Technology Guide installed on your hard drive. upgrade your computer with new or additional memory, or a new hard drive. reinstall or replace a worn or defective part. the Service Manual on
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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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    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
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    tuner module Communications Modem type Modem interface Network adapter Wireless Specifications External V.92 56K USB Modem Universal Serial Bus (USB) 10/100 Ethernet LAN on system board WLAN, WiMax, WWAN/GPS (3G Mini-Card that can activate 3G, or GPS, or both), Bluetooth® wireless technology 53
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    interface Audio Audio type Audio controller Stereo conversion Intel LPIA Poulsbo 8 MB system memory (shared) LVDS 2 channel High Definition Audio with optional SRS Premium Sound™ ALC269 24-bit (analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog) Audio Internal Interface External
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    Mini Card slot, the half size slot supports dual interface and the full size slots support USB only RJ45 port three 4-pin USB 2.0-compliant connectors 19-pin type A HDMI connector Display Type Dimensions: Height Width Diagonal Maximum resolution Refresh rate Specifications 10.1 inch WSVGA AG 10
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    typ.WSVGA AG ±60° (CR≥10) typ.HD AG +10° to +30° (CR≥10) typ. WSVGA AG +50° (CR≥10) typ. HD AG Display Pixel pitch Controls 0.2175 x 0.2175 mm WSVGA AG 0.16305 x 0.16305 mm HD AG brightness can be controlled through keyboard shortcuts (see the Dell Technology Guide for more information). Keyboard
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    Camera Pixel Video resolution Diagonal viewing angle 1.3 megapixel 320 x 240 ~1280 x 1024 (640 x 480 at 30 fps) 66° Touch pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Size: 240 cpi Width Height 78.5 mm (3.09 inches) sensor-active area 38 mm (1.49 inches) rectangle AC Adapter Input voltage
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    cables) 0.156 kg (0.34 lb) Physical Height Width 25.3 mm to 28.0 mm (0.99 inches to 1.10 inches) 261 mm (10.27 inches) Depth 182.5 mm (7.18 inches) Weight (with 3-cell battery): Configurable to less than 1.30 kg (2.86 lb) 58 Computer Environment Temperature range: Operating 0° to 35°C (32
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    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-
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    online 49 60 customer service 45 customizing your energy settings 26 D damage, avoiding 5 data, backing up 26 DellConnect 45 Dell Factory Image Restore 37 Dell Support Center 32 Dell support website 51 Dell Technology Guide for further information 50 Diagnostic Checklist 48 drivers and downloads 51
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    information 50 FTP login, anonymous 46 H hardware problems diagnosing 34 Hardware Troubleshooter 34 help getting assistance and support 44 I Internet connection 10 ISP Internet Service Provider 10 M memory problems solving 29 memory support 52 N network connection fixing 27 network speed testing
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    software features 25 62 software problems 30 solving problems 27 specifications 52 support e-mail addresses 46 support sites worldwide 45 System Messages 33 system reinstall options 37 System Restore 37 T technical support 45 V ventilation, ensuring 5 W warranty returns 47 Windows, reinstalling 37
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    Windows Vista® Program Compatibility Wizard 30 reinstalling 43 setup 10 Windows XP 31 wired network network cable, connecting 7 wireless network connection 27 Index 63
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