Dell M770H User Manual

INSPIRON

SETUP GUIDE

™

Model PP39S

INSPIRON™ 910

SETUP GUIDE

Notes, Notices, and Cautions

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Contents

INSPIRON

Setting Up Your Inspiron Ultra

Mobile Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

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

Connecting the AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Connecting the Network Cable

(optional). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Turning on Your Inspiron Ultra

Mobile Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Using the Wireless Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Microsoft

Connect to the Internet (Optional) . . . . . . . . 10

Windows® XP Setup. . . . . . . . . . 10

Using Your Inspiron Ultra

Mobile Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Left Side Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Computer Base and Keyboard

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Display Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Removing and Replacing the Battery . . . . . 22

Software Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Network Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Power Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Memory Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Lockups and Software Problems . . . . . . . . . 27

Using Support Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Dell Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Hardware Troubleshooter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Dell Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Restoring Your Operating System . . . . . . .35

Windows Operating System

Reinstallation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Technical Support and Customer

Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Online Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

AutoTech Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Before You Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Contacting Dell. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Finding More Information and

Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Basic Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Setting Up Your Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device

INSPIRON

This section provides information about setting up your Inspiron 910 ultra mobile device and connecting peripherals.

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 Inspiron ultra mobile device may cause it to overheat. To prevent overheating ensure that you leave at least 10.2 cm (4 in) at the back of the computer and a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 in) on all other sides. You should never put your computer in an enclosed space, such as a cabinet or drawer when it is powered on.

CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Do not store your Dell™ 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.The computer turns on the fan when the computer gets hot. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer.

NOTICE: Placing or stacking heavy or

sharp objects on the computer may result in permanent damage to the computer.

Setting Up Your Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device

Connecting the AC Adapter

Connect the AC adapter to the computer and then plug it into a wall outlet or surge protector.

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 a 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 help prevent damage to the cable.

Connecting the Network Cable (optional)

To use a wired network connection, plug in the network cable.

Setting Up Your Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device

Turning on Your Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device

Setting Up Your Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device

Using the Wireless Key

To turn on wireless, with the computer turned on, press the wireless key combination (<Fn><2>) of your selection appears on the screen.

on the keyboard. A confirmation

This key combination allows you to quickly turn all of your wireless radios (Bluetooth

and WiFi) off, such as when you are asked to disable all wireless radios on an airplane flight. Pressing <Fn><2> one time turns all of your radios off. Pressing the key combination again returns your wireless radios to their respective states they were in before you pressed the key combination the first time.

Setting Up Your Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device

Microsoft® Windows® XP Setup

If you ordered Windows XP operating system with your computer, it is already configured. To set up Windows XP for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. he screens will take you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences and setting up an Internet connection.

NOTICE: Do not interrupt the operating system’s setup process, doing so may render your computer unusable.

Connect to the Internet (Optional)

NOTE: ISPs (Internet Service Providers)

and ISP offerings vary by country.

To 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.dell.com.

Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection in Windows XP

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 or cellular telephone service provider for setup instructions and see “Setting Up Your Internet Connection in Windows XP” on page 11.

Setting Up Your Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device

Setting Up a Wireless Connection in Windows XP

Internet service 1.

cable or DSL modem2.

wireless router3.

portable computer with wireless network 4. card

See the documentation for your computer or router for more information about how to set up and use your wireless network.

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

To set up your connection using a wireless router:

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

Click 2. Start→ Internet Explorer→ Connect to the Internet.

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

Setting Up Your Internet Connection in Windows XP

To set up an Internet connection, perform the steps in the following section.

NOTE: 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.

Setting Up Your Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device

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→ lnternet Explorer→ Connect to

the Internet.

In the next window, click the appropriate 3. option:

If you do not have an ISP, click a. Choose from a list of Internet service providers (ISPs).

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

If you have a setup CD, click c. Use the CD I

got from an ISP.

NOTE: Your computer may or may not have

an external optical drive. Use an external optical drive or any external storage device for the procedures that involve discs.

Click 4. Next.

If you selected Set up my connection manually in step 3, continue to step 5. Otherwise, follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup.

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

Click the appropriate option under 5. How do you want to connect to the Internet?, and click Next.

Use the setup information provided by your 6. ISP to complete the setup.

Setting Up Your Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device

INSPIRON

Your Inspiron 910 has indicators, buttons, and features that provide information at-a-glance and time-saving shortcuts for common tasks.

Right Side Features

Using Your Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device

Audio Out/ Headphone connector

– Connects to a pair of headphones, or

sends audio to a powered speaker or sound system.

Audio In/ Microphone connector –

Connects to a microphone or input signal for use with audio programs.

USB 2.0 connector – Connects to

USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player.

VGA connector – Connects to a

monitor or projector.

Network connector – If you are

using a cabled network signal, this connects your computer to a network or broadband device.

Using Your Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device

Left Side Features

Using Your Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device

Security cable slot – Attaches a

commercially available antitheft device to the computer.

NOTE: Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it works with the security cable slot on your computer.

AC adapter connector – Connects to

the AC adapter to power on the computer and charge the battery when the computer is not in use.

USB 2.0 connectors (2) – Connect to

USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player.

SD • MS/Pro•M MC

3-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• Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) •

card Multi Media Card (MMC)• Memory Stick•

NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the media card slot. Blanks protect unused slots from dust and other particles. Save the blank for use when no media card is installed in the slot. Blanks from other computers may not fit your computer.

Using Your Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device

Computer Base and Keyboard Features

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