Dell Inspiron 1545 User Manual

Microsoft Windows 7: Getting Started Guide

Set Up Windows 7

Your Dell computer is preconfigured with
Microsoft
To set up 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.

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Windows® 7 operating system.

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 at
support.dell.com.

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 a
part of your original order, you can purchase one 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 connector
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.”

Setting Up a Wireless Connection

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:

1 Ensure that wireless is enabled on your

computer.

2 Save and close any open files, and exit any open

programs.

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3 Click Start → Control Panel→ Network and

Sharing Center→ Connect to a network.

4 Follow the instructions on the screen to

complete the setup.

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 set up your Internet connection:

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

programs.

2 Click Start → Control Panel
3 Click Network and Sharing Center→ Set up a new

connection or network→ Connect to the Internet.