INSPIRON™
SETUP GUIDE
INSPIRON™
SETUP GUIDE
Model W01B Type W01B001
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem.
WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.
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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Contents
Setting Up Your Inspiron One 5
Before Setting Up Your Computer |
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Connect the Keyboard and Mouse |
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Connect the Power Cable |
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Connect the Network Cable (Optional) |
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Adjust the Computer Stand |
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Press the Power Button |
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Set Up Microsoft Windows |
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Connect to the Internet (Optional) |
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Using Your Inspiron One 16
Right View Features 16 Right Panel Buttons and Connectors 18 Left View Features 20 Using the Optical Drive 22 Back View Features 24
Back Panel Connectors 26 Display Features 28 Software Features 30 Dell Dock 34
Solving Problems 35
Beep Codes 35 Network Problems 36 Power Problems 37 Memory Problems 38 Lockups and Software Problems 39
Using Support Tools 41
Dell Support Center 41 System Messages 42 Hardware Troubleshooter 43 Dell Diagnostics 44
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Contents
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 DellConnect 55 Online Services 56 Automated Order-Status Service 57 Product Information 57
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Returning Items for Repair Under
Warranty or for Credit 58 Before You Call 59 Contacting Dell 60
Finding More Information and
Resources 62 Basic Specifications 64 Appendix 68
Macrovision Product Notice 68
Index 69
This section provides information about setting up your Inspiron™ One.
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.
NOTE: Your computer’s Service Tag is located at the back of your computer. Use this code to identify your computer when you access the Dell Support website or contact technical support.
When positioning your computer, ensure that you allow easy access to a power source, controls and connections on the right side, adequate ventilation, and a stable level surface to place your computer.
Restricting airflow around your Inspiron One 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
the other sides. You should never place your computer in an enclosed space, such as a cabinet or drawer when it is powered on.
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Connect the USB keyboard and mouse to the USB connectors on the computer.
NOTE: If you purchased a wireless keyboard and mouse along with your computer, connect the USB receiver to the USB connector. For more information, see the documentation that shipped with your keyboard and mouse.
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A network connection is not required to complete this computer setup, but if you have an existing network or Internet connection that uses a cable connection (such as a home cable modem or Ethernet jack), you can connect it now.
NOTE: Use only an Ethernet cable (RJ45 connector) to connect to the network connector. Do not plug a telephone cable (RJ11 connector) into the network connector.
To connect your computer to a network or broadband device, connect one end of a network cable to either a network port or a 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.
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WARNING: Do not use the stand to carry
the computer.
NOTE: The stand must be closed before using the computer with a VESA wall mount.
Pull the stand to adjust the display to a comfortable viewing angle. A distinct click is heard when the stand is opened or closed. Your computer supports UL-certified VESA wall mounts. For proper mounting, use four (ea.)
4 mm dia, 0.7 pitch x 10.0 mm long screws.
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Your Dell computer is preconfigured with the Microsoft® Windows® operating system.
To set up Windows for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. The Windows setup screen will take you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up an Internet connection. The Windows setup may take some time to complete.
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.
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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 Wireless LAN adapter is not a 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 external USB modem (optional) and to the telephone wall connector before you set up your Internet connection.
•If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your ISP for setup instructions.
To complete setting up your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in “Setting Up Your Internet Connection” on page 14.
Setting Up a Wireless Connection
Before you can use your wireless Internet connection, you need to connect to your wireless router.
Windows Vista®
1.Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs.
2.Click Start → Connect To.
3.Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup.
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Windows® 7
1.Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs.
2.Click Start → Control Panel→ Network and Sharing Center→ Connect to a network.
3.Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup.
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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.
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Windows Vista
NOTE: The following instructions are applicable to the Windows default view, so they may not apply if you have changed the settings on your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view.
1.Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs.
2.Click Start → Control Panel.
3.Click Network and Internet→ Network and Sharing Center→ Set up a connection→ 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.
4.Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP to complete the setup.
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Windows 7
1.Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs.
2.Click Start → Control Panel→ 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.
3.Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP to complete the setup.
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This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron One.
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1Right panel buttons and connectors — Adjusts brightness and connects USB, audio, and other devices into the appropriate connector.
2 Hard drive activity light — Turns on when the computer reads or writes data. A blinking light indicates hard drive activity.
CAUTION: To avoid loss of data, never turn off the computer, move the computer, or adjust the stand while the hard drive activity light is blinking.
3 Power button and light — Turns the computer on or off when pressed. The light in the center of this button indicates the following power states:
•Solid amber — The system board cannot start initialization. There may be an issue with either the system board or the power supply. Contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 60).
•Blinking amber — The computer has detected an error during the Power-on self-test (POST). Contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 60).
•Blinking white — The computer is in sleep state.
•Solid white — The computer is on.
•Off — The computer is off or in hibernate state.
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1 Auto adjust button — Auto adjusts the display to the incoming video signal.
2 Brightness adjust button — Provides direct access to the “Brightness” control menu. You can increase or decrease the brightness by adjusting the slider-bar control. Use the + (auto adjust button) or the - (brightness adjust button) to adjust the slider.
3 8-in-1 Media 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 |
• Memory Stick PRO |
• Secure Digital Input Output (SDIO) card |
• xD-Picture Card |
• Multi Media Card (MMC) |
• Hi Speed-SD |
• Memory Stick |
• Hi Density-SD |
4 IEEE 1394a connector — Connects to high-speed serial multimedia devices, such as digital video cameras.
5 USB 2.0 connectors (3) — Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player.
6 Microphone or line-in connector — Connects to a microphone or an audio cable for input.
7 Headphone or line-out connector — Connects to headphones.
NOTE: To connect to a powered speaker or sound system, use the line out connector on the back of your computer.
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1Computer stand — Provides stability to the computer and also allows you to adjust the display to a comfortable viewing angle.
2 Security cable slot — Attaches a commercially available lock to the computer.
3Optical drive eject button — Opens the optical drive when pressed.
4Optical drive light — Blinks when you press the optical drive eject button or when the disc is being read.
5Optical drive — Plays or records CDs and DVDs. Ensure that you insert the disc with the printed side facing towards you.
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