Dell 24CLNS, 24GBRL Users Manual

Dell™ Inspiron™ 700m

Owner’s Manual

Model PP07S

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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.

Abbreviations and Acronyms

For a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see the

Dell Inspiron Help

file. To access the help file, see

page 10.

If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this document to Microsoft

Windows®

operating systems are not applicable.

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Model PP07S

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Contents

Finding Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

1 A Tour of Your Computer

Front View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Left Side View

Right Side View

Bottom View

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2 Setting Up Your Computer

Connecting to the Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Setting Up Your Internet Connection

Transferring Information to a New Computer

Setting Up a Printer

Printer Cable Connecting a USB Printer

Power Protection Devices

Surge Protectors Line Conditioners

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Uninterruptible Power Supplies

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3 Using a Battery

Battery Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Checking the Battery Charge

Microsoft Windows Power Meter Low-Battery Warning

Charging the Battery

Removing a Battery

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Installing a Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Storing a Battery

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4 Installing Module Bay Devices

About the Module Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Removing and Installing Devices While the Computer Is Turned Off

Removing and Installing Devices While the Computer Is Running

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5 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia

Using CDs and DVDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Copying CDs and DVDs

How to Copy a CD or DVD Using Blank CD-Rs and CD-RWs Helpful Tips

Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device

S-Video Connection Enabling the Display Settings for a TV

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6 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad

4 Contents

Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Key Combinations

System Functions Display Functions Radios (Including Wireless Networking) Power Management Speaker Functions Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions

Touch Pad

Customizing the Touch Pad

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7 Using PC Cards

PC Card Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

PC Card Blanks

Extended PC Cards

Removing a PC Card or Blank

Installing a PC Card

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8 Setting Up a Home and Office Network

Connecting to a Network Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Network Setup Wizard

Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network

Determining Your Network Type Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft Configuring Security Settings (Optional)

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Windows® XP. . . . . 49

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9 Solving Problems

Dell Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

When to Use the Dell Diagnostics

Drivers

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What Is a Driver? Identifying Drivers

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Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities

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Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities

Using Microsoft

Creating a Restore Point

Windows® XP System Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

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Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Undoing the Last System Restore

Reinstalling Microsoft

Before You Begin

Windows® XP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

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Reinstalling Windows XP

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Drive Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

CD and DVD drive problems If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, DVD, or DVD+RW drive tray If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound Hard drive problems

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E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems

Error Messages

IEEE 1394 Device Problems

Keyboard Problems

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External Keyboard Problems Unexpected Characters

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Lockups and Software Problems

The computer does not start up The computer stops responding A program stops responding A program crashes repeatedly

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A program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system A solid blue screen appears Other software problems

Memory Problems

Network Problems

PC Card Problems

Power Problems

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Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer

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6 Contents

Printer Problems

Scanner Problems

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Sound and Speaker Problems

No sound from integrated speakers No sound from external speakers No sound from headphones

Touch Pad or Mouse Problems

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Video and Display Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

If the display is blank If the display is difficult to read If only part of the display is readable

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10 Adding and Replacing Parts

Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer

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Hard Drive

Memory

Modem

Mini PCI Card

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Returning a Hard Drive to Dell

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11 Appendix

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Using the System Setup Program

Overview

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Viewing the System Setup Screens System Setup Screens Commonly Used Options

Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)

Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals

Contacting Dell

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Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

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8 Contents

Finding Information

What Are You Looking For? Find It Here

• How to access tutorials and other how to information

• How to get a copy of my invoice

• How to extend my warranty

• How to access Dell Support on my Microsoft Windows

• Additional documentation, tools, troubleshooting information, and links to online support resources

• A diagnostic program for my computer

• Drivers for my computer

desktop (U.S. only)

Dell Solution Center

Drivers and Utilities CD (also known as the ResourceCD)

Drivers are already installed on your computer. You can use the CD to reinstall drivers (see page 61), run the Dell Diagnostics (see page 57), or access your documentation. Keep this CD in a safe place for future use.

On your Windows desktop

Readme files may be included on your CD to provide last-minute updates about technical changes to your computer or advanced technical-reference material for technicians or experienced users.

• How to set up a printer

• Additional information about setting up my computer

• How to troubleshoot and solve problems

• How to remove and install parts

• Technical specifications

• How to contact Dell

NOTE: The latest drivers and documentation updates can

be found at support.dell.com.

Inspiron Owner’s Manual

NOTE: This document is available as a PDF at

support.dell.com.

Finding Information 9

What Are You Looking For? Find It Here

• Warranty information

Dell™ Product Information Guide

• Safety instructions

• Regulatory information

• Ergonomics information

• End User License Agreement

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• How to set up my computer

Setup Diagram

• Tips on using Microsoft® Windows

• How to play CDs and DVDs

• How to use standby mode and hibernate mode

• How to change my display resolution

• How to clean my computer

10 Finding Information

Dell Inspiron Help file

Click the

Click

Start

button and click

User and system guides Dell Inspiron Help

Help and Support

and click

User’s guides

What Are You Looking For? Find It Here

• Service Tag and Express Service Code

• Microsoft Windows License Label

Service Tag and Microsoft Windows License

These labels are located on the bottom of your computer.

• Enter the Express Service Code to direct your call when contacting technical support. The Express Service Code is not available in all countries.

• Latest drivers for my computer

• Answers to technical service and support questions

• Online discussions with other users and technical support

• Documentation for my computer

Dell Support Website — support.dell.com

NOTE: Select your region to view the appropriate support

site.

The Dell Support website provides several online tools, including:

• Solutions — Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from technicians, and online courses

• Community — Online discussion with other Dell customers

• Upgrades — Upgrade information for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system

• Customer Care — Contact information, order status, warranty, and repair information

• Downloads — Drivers, patches, and software updates

• Reference — Computer documentation, product specifications, and white papers

• How to use Windows XP

• Documentation for my computer

• Documentation for devices (such as a modem)

Windows Help and Support Center

Click the

Type a word or phrase that describes your problem and click the arrow icon.

Click the topic that describes your problem.

Follow the instructions on the screen.

Start

button and click

•Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use

support.dell.com

or contact technical support.

Help and Support

Finding Information 11

What Are You Looking For? Find It Here

• How to reinstall my operating system

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Operating System CD

The operating system is already installed on your computer. To reinstall your operating system, use the Operating System CD. See "Reinstalling Windows XP" on page 65. Keep this CD in a safe place for future use.

NOTE: The color of your CD varies based on the operating

system you ordered.

After you reinstall your operating system, use the Drivers and Utilities CD to reinstall drivers for the devices that came with your computer.

Your operating system product key label is located on your computer.

12 Finding Information

A Tour of Your Computer

Front View

DISPLAY LATCH RELEASE — Slide this display latch to release and open the display.

DISPLAY — For more information about your display, see "Using the Display" in the Dell Inspiron Help

To access help, see page 10.

file.

SPEAKERS — To adjust the volume of the integrated speakers press the volume control keyboard shortcuts. For more information, see "Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad" on page 39.

POWER BUTTON — Press the power button to turn on the computer or to enter or exit a power

management mode.

NOTICE: To avoid losing data, shut down your computer instead of pressing the power button.

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AUDIO CONNECTORS.— Connect headphones and microphone.

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Attach headphones or speakers to the connector.

Attach a microphone to the connector.

IEEE 1394

CONNECTOR — Connects devices supporting IEEE 1394 high-speed transfer rates, such as

some digital video cameras.

OUCH PAD — Touch pad and touch pad buttons provide the functionality of a mouse. See "Using the

Keyboard and Touch Pad" on page 39 for more information.

KEYBOARD — The keyboard includes a numeric keypad as well as the Microsoft

information on supported keyboard shortcuts, see "Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad" on page 39.

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Windows® logo key. For

DEVICE AND KEYBOARD STATUS LIGHTS

Turns on when wireless networking is enabled. To enable or disable wireless networking, press <Fn><F2>.

Turns on when you turn on the computer. Turns on steadily or blinks when the computer is in a power management mode.

Indicates battery charge status.

If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the light operates as follows:

– Solid green: The battery is charging.

If the computer is running on a battery, the light operates as follows:

– Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is turned off). – Flashing green: The battery charge is low.

Turns on when the computer reads or writes data.

NOTICE: To avoid loss of data, never turn off the computer while the

light is flashing.

Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled.

Turns on when the uppercase letter function is enabled.

Turns on when the scroll lock function is enabled.

NOTE: Device status lights are also visible when the display is closed.

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Left Side View

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SECURITY CABLE SLOT — Lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device to the computer. For

more information, see the instructions included with the device.

Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it will work with the security cable slot.

EXHAUST VENT — The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, which prevents

the computer from overheating.

NOTE: The computer turns on the fan when the computer gets hot. Fan noise is normal and does not

indicate a problem with the fans or the computer.

CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Do not store

your computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire.

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VIDEO CONNECTOR

Connects an external monitor. For more information, see "Using the Display" in the

Dell Inspiron Help

file. To access

help, see page 10.

USB 2.0 CONNECTOR

Connects USB 2.0 compliant devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer.

PC CARD SLOT — Supports one PC Card, such as a modem or network adapter. The computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the slot. For more information, see "Using PC Cards" on page 43.

ECURE DIGITAL MEMORY CARD SLOT

The Secure Digital memory card slot supports one Secure Digital memory card. Use Secure Digital memory cards to save or back up data.

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Right Side View

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MODULE BAY — You can install devices such as an optical drive or Dell TravelLite™ module in the module

bay. For more information, see "Installing Module Bay Devices" on page 31.

MODEM CONNECTOR (RJ-11)

NETWORK CONNECTOR (RJ-45)

Connects the telephone line to the modem connector.

For information on using the modem, see the online modem documentation supplied with your computer.

NOTICE: The network connector is slightly larger than the modem connector. To avoid damaging the

computer, do not plug a telephone line in to the network connector.

ADAPTER CONNECTOR — Connects the AC adapter so that you can run the computer on AC power

instead of battery power.

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Connects the computer to a network. The green and yellow lights next to the connector indicate activity for both wired and wireless network communications.

For information on using the network adapter, see the online network-adapter documentation supplied with your computer.

The AC adapter converts AC power to the DC power required by the computer. You can connect the AC adapter with your computer turned either on or off.

CAUTION: 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 to the power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage.

NOTICE: When you disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp the connector, not the

cable itself, and pull firmly but gently to avoid damaging the cable.

NOTICE: Ensure that the AC adapter cable is not in the path of chairs or other objects that could crush it.

S - VIDEO TV-OUT CONNECTOR

Connects your computer to a TV. For more information, see "Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device" on page 35.

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Bottom View

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MODULE BAY — You can install devices such as an optical drive in the module bay. For more information,

see "Installing Module Bay Devices" on page 31.

MODULE BAY LATCH RELEASE — Releases a device. See "Installing Module Bay Devices" on page 31 for

instructions.

HARD DRIVE —

BATTERY LATCH RELEASE — Releases a device. See "Using a Battery" on page 27 for instructions.

BATTERY/BATTERY BAY — When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the

Stores software and data.

computer to an electrical outlet. See "Using a Battery" on page 27.

AIR VENT — The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the

computer from overheating.

CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Do not store

your computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire.

MEMORY MODULE COVER — Covers the compartment that contains the memory module. See "Memory"

on page 87.

INI PCI CARD AND MODEM COVER — Covers the compartment that contains the Mini PCI card and

modem. See "Mini PCI Card" on page 91 and "Modem" on page 89.

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