Dell H4MWD, 0H4MWDA00, D02U002, D02U001, D02U User Manual

INSPIRON

SETUP GUIDE

™

Regulatory Model: D02U series

Regulatory Type: D02U001 and D02U002

™

INSPIRON

SETUP GUIDE

Notes, Cautions, and Warnings

NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your

computer.

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Contents

Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop . . . . . . . .5

Before Setting Up Your Computer . . . . . . . . . 5

Connect the Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Connect the Keyboard and Mouse. . . . . . . . . 8

Connect the Power Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Connect the Network Cable (Optional) . . . . 10

Press the Power Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Set Up the Operating System . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Connect to the Internet (Optional) . . . . . . . . 14

Using Your Inspiron Desktop . . . . . . . . . . .18

Front View Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Top View Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Back View Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Software Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Dell Dock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Beep Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Network Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Power Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Memory Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Lockups and Software Problems . . . . . . . . . 36

Using Support Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Dell Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Hardware Troubleshooter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Dell Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Restoring Your Operating System . . . . . . .45

System Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Operating System Reinstallation . . . . . . . . . 50

Contents

Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Technical Support and Customer

Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

DellConnect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Online Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Automated Order‑Status Service. . . . . . . . . 55

Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Returning Items for Repair Under

Warranty or for Credit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Before You Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Contacting Dell. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Finding More Information and

Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Basic Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Appendix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop

INSPIRON

This section provides information about setting up your Inspiron™ 300/400.

WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

Before Setting Up Your 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.

Restricting airflow around your computer 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 a minimum of

5.1 cm (2 inches) on all other sides. You should never place your computer in an enclosed space, such as a cabinet or drawer when it is powered on.

Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop

Connect the Display

Inspiron 300: Connect the display using the integrated VGA connector.

Inspiron 400: Connect the display using the integrated VGA connector or the HDMI connector. For better performance it is recommended that you connect the display using the HDMI connector.

You can purchase the HDMI‑to‑DVI adapter and additional HDMI cables on the Dell website at www.dell.com.

Use the appropriate cable based on the connectors available on your computer and display. Refer to the following table to identify the connectors on your computer and display.

NOTE: When connecting to a single display, connect the display to ONLY ONE of the connectors on your computer.

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Connection Type Computer Cable Display

VGA‑to‑VGA (VGA cable)

HDMI‑to‑HDMI (HDMI cable)

HDMI‑to‑DVI (HDMI‑to‑DVI adapter + DVI cable)

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Connect the Keyboard and Mouse

Connect the USB keyboard and mouse to the USB connectors on the back panel of the computer.

Connect the Power Cable

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Connect the Network Cable (Optional)

Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop

A network connection is not required to complete your computer setup, but if you have an existing network or Internet connection that uses a cable connection (such as a broadband device or Ethernet jack), you can connect it now.

NOTE: Use only an Ethernet cable to connect to the network connector (RJ45 connector). Do not plug a telephone cable (RJ11 connector) into the network connector.

To connect your computer to a network or a broadband device, connect one end of the network cable to the network port or the broadband device. Connect the other end of the network cable to the network connector (RJ45 connector) on the back panel of your computer. A click indicates that the network cable has been securely attached.

The network connector has two indicators, the network activity and the link integrity light.

Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop

Press the Power Button

Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop

Set Up the Operating System

Your Dell computer is preconfigured with the operating system you selected at the time of purchase.

Set Up Microsoft Windows

To set up Microsoft® 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 take you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up an Internet connection.

CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system’s setup process. Doing so may render your computer unusable and you will need to reinstall the operating system.

NOTE: For optimal performance of your

computer, it is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for your computer available on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com.

Set Up Ubuntu

To set up Ubuntu® for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. See the Ubuntu Quick Start Guide that shipped with your computer for more operating system specific information.

Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop

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 part of your original order, you can purchase one from the Dell website at www.dell.com.

Setting Up a Wired Connection

If you are using a dial‑up connection, connect • the telephone line to the optional external USB modem and to the telephone wall jack before you set up your Internet connection.

If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite • modem connection, contact your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions.

To complete setting up your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in “Setting Up Your Internet Connection” on page 16.

Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop

Setting Up a Wireless Connection

NOTE: To set up your wireless router, see the

documentation that shipped with your router.

Before you can use your wireless Internet connection, you need to connect to your wireless router.

To set up your connection to a wireless router:

Windows XP

Save and close any open files, and exit any 1. open programs.

Click 2. Start→ Control Panel.

Click 3. Network Connections.

Under 4. Network Connections, click Create a

New Connection.

Follow the instructions on the screen to 5. complete the setup.

Windows Vista

Save and close any open files, and exit any 1. open programs.

Click 2. Start → Connect To.

Follow the instructions on the screen to 3. complete the setup.

Windows 7

Save and close any open files, and exit any 1. open programs.

Click 2. Start → Control Panel→ Network and Sharing Center→ Connect to a network.

Follow the instructions on the screen to 3. complete the setup.

Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop

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, the ISP might have a service outage. 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.

To setup your Internet connection:

Windows XP

Save and close any open files, and exit any 1. open programs.

Click 2. Start→ Control Panel.

Under 3. Network and Internet Connections, select Setup or Change Your Internet

Connection.

The Internet Properties window appears.

Click 4. Setup.

The New Connection Wizard appears.

Click 5. Connect to the Internet.

In the next window, select the appropriate 6. option:

If you do not have an ISP and want to – select one, click Choose from a list of Internet service providers (ISPs).

If you have already obtained the setup – information from your ISP but did not receive a setup CD, click Set up my connection manually.

If you have a CD, click – Use the CD I got from an ISP.

Click 7. Next.

If you selected Set up my connection manually, continue to step 8. Otherwise, follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup.

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NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, contact your ISP.

Select the appropriate option under 8. How do you want to connect to the Internet?, and then click Next.

Use the setup information provided by your 9. ISP to complete the setup.

Windows Vista

NOTE: The following instructions are applicable to the Windows default view, so they may not apply if you set your Dell™ computer to the Windows classic view.

Save and close any open files, and exit any 1. open programs.

Click 2. Start → Control Panel.

Click 3. Network and Internet→ Network and

Sharing Center→ Set up a connection or network→ Connect to the Internet.

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.

Follow the instructions on the screen and 4. use the setup information provided by your ISP to complete the setup.

Windows 7

Save and close any open files, and exit any 1. open programs.

Click 2. Start → Control Panel.

Click 3. Network and Sharing Center→ Set up

a new connection or network→ Connect to the Internet.

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.

Follow the instructions on the screen and 4. use the setup information provided by your ISP to complete the setup.

Using Your Inspiron Desktop

This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron™ desktop.

INSPIRON

Front View Features

Using Your Inspiron Desktop

Optical drive (optional) — Plays or records only standard‑size (12 cm) CDs, DVDs, and

Blu‑ray Discs.

Optical drive eject button — Opens the optical drive disc tray when pressed.

4-in-1 Memory 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•

Mini Secure Digital • memory card

Micro SD/SDHC • memory card

USB 2.0 connectors (2) — Connects to USB devices that are connected occasionally

such as memory keys, digital cameras, and MP3 players.

Headphone connector — Connects to headphones.

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Top View Features

Using Your Inspiron Desktop

Power button and light — Turns the power on or off when pressed. The light in the

center of this button indicates the power state:

Off — The computer is either turned off, in hibernate mode, or is not receiving power.•

Solid white — The computer is on.•

Solid amber — The computer is in sleep state or there is a problem with the system board.•

Blinking amber — Indicates a problem with the system board or the power supply.•

NOTE: For information on power problems, see “Power Problems” on page 33.

Using Your Inspiron Desktop

Back View Features

Inspiron 300

3 4

Inspiron 400

7 8

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