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SETUP GUIDE INSPIRON ™.
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Model PP38L INSPIRON ™ SETUP GUIDE.
Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer . NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury , or death.
3 INSPIRON About Y our Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Connect the AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Connect the Network Cable (optional) . . . . . 6 Press the Power Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Windows Vista ® Setup .
4 Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 T echnical Support and Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1 Online Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 AutoT ech Service.
5 INSPIRON A bout Y our Com puter This section provides information about setting up your Inspiron 1410 laptop and connecting peripherals. 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 .
6 About Y our Computer Connect the Network Cable (optional) T o use a wired network connection, plug in the network cable. Press the Power Button Windows Vista ® Setup If you selected Windows Vista operating system while ordering, your Dell computer is preconfigured with Windows Vista.
7 About Y our Computer T o connect to the Internet, you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP). NOTE: If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is not a part of your original order , you can purchase one from the Dell website at www .
8 About Y our Computer NOTE: Have your ISP information ready . If you do not have an ISP , the Connect to the Internet wizard can help you get one. Save and close any open files, and exit any 1. open programs. Click 2. Start → Control Panel . Under 3.
9 INSPIRON Y our Inspiron 1410 has several indicators, buttons, and features that provide information at-a-glance and time-saving shortcuts for common tasks.
10 Using Y our Inspiron Laptop Keyboard Status Lights The lights located above the keyboard indicate the following: 1 2 3 1 9 Num Lock light – T urns on when the numeric keypad ( Num Lock key) is enabled. 2 A Caps Lock light – T urns on when the uppercase letter ( Caps Lock key) is enabled.
11 Using Y our Inspiron Laptop Right Side Features 1 2 3 4 5 1 Optical drive – Plays or burns CDs and DVDs. Ensure that the side with print or writing is facing upward when inserting discs. 2 Optical drive light – Blinks when you press the optical drive eject button or when you insert a disc and it is being read.
12 Using Y our Inspiron Laptop Left Side Features 1 2 3 5 6 4 7 8 1 Air vents – The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from overheating. The fan automatically turns on when the computer gets hot.
13 Using Y our Inspiron Laptop 4 Network connector – Connects the computer to a network. The two lights next to the connector indicate status and activity for wired network connections. For information on using the network adapter , see the device user’ s guide supplied with your computer .
14 Using Y our Inspiron Laptop Computer Base and Display Features 4 5 3 6 1 2 1 Display – Y our display can vary based on your selection you made while purchasing your computer .
15 Using Y our Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer . CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion.
16 Using Y our Inspiron Laptop Software Features NOTE: For more information about the features described in this section, see the Dell T echnology Guide on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com . NOTE: The instructions in this section are applicable for Windows only .
17 Using Y our Inspiron Laptop Microsoft ® Windows Vista ® provides three default options: Balanced • — This power option offers full performance when you need it and saves power during periods of inactivity .
INSPIRON 18 This section provides troubleshooting information for your computer . If you can not solve your problem using the following guidelines, see “Using Support T ools” on page 23 or see “Contacting Dell” on page 34.
19 Solving Problems Power Problems If the power light is off — The computer is either turned off or is not receiving power . Reseat the power cable into both the • power connector on the computer and the electrical outlet.
20 Solving Problems Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message— Save and close any open files and exit any • open programs you are not using to see if that resolves the problem. See the software documentation for • minimum memory requirements.
21 Solving Problems Click the program that is no longer 3. responding Click 4. End T ask . If a program crashes repeatedly — Check the software documentation. If necessary , uninstall and then reinstall the program. NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on the media (CD or DVD).
22 Solving Problems 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 or programs • and shut down your computer through the Start menu.
23 INSPIRON 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.
24 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.
25 Using Support T ools Enter system setup and ensure that the boot • sequence information is correct (see the Service Manual on 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 the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.
26 Using Support T ools Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer , perform the checks in “Lockups and Software Problems” on page 20 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance. It is recommended that you print these procedures before you begin.
27 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.
INSPIRON 28 If you received an Operating System media with your computer , you can use it to restore your operating system. However , using the Operating System media also deletes all data on the hard drive.
29 Restoring Y our Operating System Reinstalling Windows Vista The reinstallation process can take 1 to 2 hours to complete. After you reinstall the operating system, you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other software.
INSPIRON 30 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. 18 for information and procedures that pertain to the problem your computer is experiencing.
31 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.
32 Getting Help Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail addresses apmarketing@dell.com • (Asian/Pacific countries only) sales_canada@dell.com • (Canada only) Anonymous file transfer protocol (FTP) ftp.dell.com • Log in as user: anonymous , and use your e-mail address as your password.
33 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).
34 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.
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INSPIRON 36 Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See: reinstall your operating system. your Operating System media. run a diagnostic program for your computer , reinstall desktop system software, or update drivers for your computer , and readme files.
37 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.
INSPIRON 38 Basic Specifications System Model Dell Inspiron 1410 This section provides basic information that you may need when setting up, updating drivers for , and upgrading your computer . For more detailed specifications, see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.
39 Basic Specications Memory Memory module connector two user -accessible SODIMM sockets Memory module capacities 512 MB, 1 GB, 2 GB 4-GB capable Memory type DDR2 SODIMM Minimum memory 512 MB Maximum memory 4 GB NOTE: For instructions on upgrading your memory , see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.
40 Basic Specications Communications Modem type v.92 Data/Fax MDC Modem Modem controller softmodem Interface HDA Bus Network adapter 10/100 Ethernet LAN on system board Wireless internal WLAN and B.
41 Basic Specications Audio Audio type two-channel high definition audio (Azalia) Audio controller Conexant CX20561-12Z Stereo conversion 24-bit (analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog) Internal I.
42 Basic Specications Display T ype (active-matrix TFT) WXGA Active area (X/Y) 303.36x 189.6 mm Dimensions: Height 206 mm (8.11 inches) Width 320 mm (12.6 inches) Diagonal 358.14 mm (14.1 inches) Operating angle 0° (closed) to 165° Viewing Angles: WXGA Horizontal 40/40° WXGA V ertical 15/30° Pixel pitch 0.
43 Basic Specications Keyboard Number of keys 86 (U.S. and Canada); 87 (Europe); 90 (Japan) Layout QWERTY/AZERTY/ Kanji Battery T ype 6-cell “smart” lithium ion 4-cell “smart” lithium ion Depth 53.4 mm (2.1 inches) Height 20 mm (0.78 inch) Width 206.
44 Basic Specications Physical Height 31.1 to 35.6 mm (1.2 to 1.4 inches) Width 340 mm (13.39 inches) Depth 250 mm (9.85 inches) W eight (with 4-cell battery) 2.
45 INSPIRON A AC adapter size and weight 43 airflow , allowing 5 AutoT ech 3 2 B backups creating 17 C calling Dell 33 chipset 39 computer , setting up 5 connect(ing) to the Internet 6 conserving ener.
46 Index energy conserving 16 expansion bus 40 F finding more information 36 FTP login, anonymous 32 H hardware problems diagnosing 25 Hardware T roubleshooter 2 5 help getting assistance and support .
47 Index R reinstalling Windows 28 resources, finding more 36 S setup, before you begin 5 software features 16 software problems 20 solving problems 18 specifications 38 support e-mail addresses 31 su.
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