Dell 0F2GGFA00 - Manual

6 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to the computer and then plug it into an electrical outlet or surge protector. WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an in...

8 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Press the Power Button

9 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Set Up Microsoft Windows Your Dell computer is preconfigured with Microsoft ® Windows ® operating system. 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 scr...

12 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 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 from the Dell ...

13 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 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: Windows Vista ® Ensure that wireless is enabled on your 1. computer (see “Enable or Di...

14 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 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...

16 Using Your Inspiron Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Inspiron ™ laptop. Right Side Features 1 2 3 4 INSPIRON

18 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Left Side Features 1 2 3 4 5

20 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Front Side Features 1 2 3 4 5

24 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base Features 2 3 1

26 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Touch Pad Gestures Scroll Allows you to scroll through content. The scroll feature includes: Traditional Scroll – Allows you to scroll up and down, or right and left. To scroll up and down: Move a finger up or down in the vertical scroll zone (extreme right of the touch...

27 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Zoom Allows you to increase or decrease the magnification of the screen content. The zoom feature includes: One finger zoom – Allows you to zoom in or out. To zoom in: Move a finger up in the zoom zone (extreme left of the touch pad). To zoom out: Move a finger down in ...

28 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Media Controls The media control keys are located on the keyboard.To use the media controls, press the required key. You can configure the media control keys using the System Setup (BIOS) Utility or the Windows Mobility Center . System Setup (BIOS) Utility – Press <F...

30 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Using the Optical Drive CAUTION: Do not press down on the disc tray when you open or close it. Keep the tray closed when you are not using the drive. CAUTION: Do not move the computer while playing or recording a disc. The optical drive plays or records CDs and DVDs. En...

32 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Display Features The display panel holds an optional camera and accompanying dual digital microphones. 1 4 3 5 2

34 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer.WARNING: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. This computer should onl...

36 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Software Features NOTE: For more information about the features described in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide available on your hard drive or at support.dell.com/manuals . Productivity and Communication You can use your computer to create presentations, broch...

37 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Customizing the Desktop You can customize your desktop to change the appearance, resolution, wallpaper, screensaver, or other features of your desktop.To customize your desktop: Windows Vista ® Right-click an open area of the desktop. 1. Click 2. Personalize , to open t...

38 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Transferring Information to a New Computer To transfer information to a new computer: Windows Vista ® NOTE: The following instructions are applicable for the Windows default view, so they may not apply if you set your computer to the Windows Classic view. Click 1. Start...

39 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell Dock The Dell Dock is a group of icons that provides easy access to frequently-used applications, files, and folders. You can personalize the Dock by: Adding or removing icons • Grouping related icons into categories • Changing the color and location of the Dock • ...

40 Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for your computer. If you cannot solve your problem using the following guidelines, see “Using Support Tools” on page 47 or “Contacting Dell” on page 69. Beep Codes Your computer might emit a series of beeps during start-up if the...

41 Solving Problems Network Problems Wireless Connections If the wireless network connection is lost — The wireless router is offline or wireless has been disabled on the computer. Check your wireless router to ensure it is • powered on and connected to your data source (cable modem or network hub)....

43 Solving Problems Move the connected mouse or a finger on • the touch pad to resume normal operation.If the display is not responding, press the • power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. If the problem persists, contact Dell (see • “Contacting Dell” on page 69). If you ...

44 Solving Problems Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up — Ensure that the power cable is firmly connected to the computer and to the electrical outlet. If a program stops responding — End the program: Press <Ctrl><Shift><Esc> simultaneously. 1. Click 2. ...

47 Using Support Tools Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center helps you find the service, support, and system-specific information you need.To launch the application, click the icon in the taskbar. The Dell Support Center home page displays your computer’s model number, service tag, express ser...

48 Using Support Tools System Messages If your computer has an issue or an error, it may display a System Message that will help you identify the cause and action needed to resolve the issue. NOTE: If the message you received is not listed in the following examples, see the documentation for either ...

49 Using Support Tools Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly configured, you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve the incompatibility.To start the Hardware Troubleshooter: Click 1. Start → Help and Suppor...

53 Restoring Your Operating System You can restore your operating system in the following ways: System • Restore returns your computer to an earlier operating state without affecting data files. Use System Restore as the first solution for restoring your operating system and preserving data files.De...

54 Restoring Your Operating System System Restore The Windows operating systems provide a System Restore option which allows you to return your computer to an earlier operating state (without affecting data files) if changes to the hardware, software, or other system settings have left the computer ...

55 Restoring Your Operating System Undoing the Last System Restore NOTE: Before you undo the last system restore, save and close all open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any files or programs until the system restoration is complete. Click 1. Start . In the 2. Start S...

57 Restoring Your Operating System Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer. If possible, back up the data before using this option. Use Dell Fact...

59 Restoring Your Operating System Operating System Reinstallation Before You Begin If you are considering reinstalling the Windows operating system to correct a problem with a newly installed driver, first try using Windows Device Driver Rollback. To roll back a device driver: Click 1. Start . Righ...

60 Restoring Your Operating System To reinstall Windows, you need the following: Dell • Operating System disc Dell • Drivers and Utilities disc NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc contains drivers that were installed during the assembly of the computer. Use the Dell Drivers and Utilities disc to lo...

62 Getting Help If you experience a problem with your computer, you can complete the following steps to diagnose and troubleshoot the problem: See “Solving Problems” on page 1. 40 for information and procedures that pertain to the problem your computer is experiencing.See the 2. Dell Technology Guid...

63 Getting Help When prompted by Dell’s automated telephone system, enter your Express Service Code to route the call directly to the proper support personnel. If you do not have an Express Service Code, open the Dell Accessories folder, double-click the Express Service Code icon, and follow the dir...

64 Getting Help Online Services You can learn about Dell products and services on the following websites: www.dell.com • www.dell.com/ap • (Asian/Pacific countries only) www.dell.com/jp • (Japan only) www.euro.dell.com • (Europe only) www.dell.com/la • (Latin American and Caribbean countries) www.de...

65 Getting Help Automated Order-Status Service To check on the status of any Dell products that you have ordered, you can go to support.dell.com , or you can call the automated order-status service. A recording prompts you for the information needed to locate and report on your order. For the teleph...

66 Getting Help Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Prepare all items being returned, whether for repair or credit, as follows: NOTE: Before you return the product to Dell, make sure to back up any data on the hard drive(s) and on any other storage device in the product. Remove a...

67 Getting Help Before You Call NOTE: Have your Express Service Code ready when you call. The code helps Dell’s automated- support telephone system direct your call more efficiently. You may also be asked for your Service Tag. Locating Your Service Tag The Service Tag for your computer can be found ...

69 Getting Help See your operating system documentation to determine the contents of the computer’s start-up files. If the computer is connected to a printer, print each file. Otherwise, record the contents of each file before calling Dell. Error message, beep code, or diagnostic • code:Description ...

70 If you need to: See: reinstall your operating system the Operating System disc run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall notebook system software, or update drivers for your computer, and readme files the Drivers and Utilities disc NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found ...

72 This section provides information that you may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. For more detailed specifications, see the Comprehensive Specifications at support.dell.com/manuals . NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the confi...

73 Basic Specifications Communications Network adapter 10/100 Ethernet LAN on system board Wireless internal WLAN Mini-Card with WiFi a/b/g/n; Bluetooth ® wireless technology (optional) Camera (Optional) Pixel 1.3 megapixel Video resolution 640 x 480 at 30 fps (maximum) Connectors Audio one micropho...

74 Basic Specifications Battery Type and dimensions: 9-cell “smart” lithium ion Depth 76.7 mm (3.02 inches) Height 20.0 mm (0.78 inches) Width 221.0 mm (8.70 inches) Weight 0.51 kg (1.12 lb) Voltage 11.1 VDC 6-cell “smart” lithium ion Depth 57.2 mm (2.25 inches) Height 20.0 mm (0.78 inches) Width 20...

75 Basic Specifications AC Adapter Output current 4.62 A (continuous) Rated output voltage 19.5 ± 1 VDC Dimensions: Height 16 mm (0.6 inches) Width 70 mm (2.8 inches) Length 147 mm (5.8 inches) Weight (with cables) 0.345 kg (0.76 lb) Temperature range Operating 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) Storage –30° ...

76 Basic Specifications Computer Environment Relative humidity (maximum): Operating 10% to 90% (noncondensing) Storage 5% to 95% (noncondensing) Maximum vibration (using a random-vibration spectrum that simulates user environment): Operating 0.66 GRMS Non-Operating 1.3 GRMS Maximum shock (for operat...

77 Appendix Macrovision Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology mus...

78 Appendix Information for NOM, or Official Mexican Standard (Only for Mexico) The following information is provided in the device(s) described in this document in accordance with the requirements of the Official Mexican Standard (NOM): Importer: Dell México S.A. de C.V.Paseo de la Reforma 2620 – F...

79 A AC adapter size and weight 75 airflow, allowing 5 B backups creating 38 C calling Dell 67 CDs, playing and creating 36 chipset 72 computer capabilities 36 computer, setting up 5 conserving energy 37 Contacting Dell online 69 customer service 63 customizing your desktop 37 your energy settings 3...