Page 3 - INSPIRON; SETUP GUIDE
Page 4 - Notes, Cautions and Warnings
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 dam...
Page 5 - Setting Up Your Inspiron; Using Your Inspiron; Contents
3 Setting Up Your Inspiron ™ Laptop. . . . . . . . .5 Before Setting Up Your Computer . . . . . . . . . 5Connect the AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Connect the Network Cable (Optional) . . . . . 7Press the Power Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Enable or Disable Wireless (Opt...
Page 6 - Finding More Information and
4 Contents Restoring Your Operating System . . . . . . . 37 System Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Using Dell ™ PC Restore in Windows XP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Operating System Reinstallatio...
Page 7 - Before Setting Up Your Computer
5 INSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron ™ Laptop This section provides information about setting up your Inspiron Mini 10 laptop. 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 c...
Page 8 - Connect the AC Adapter
6 Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to the computer and then plug it into a wall outlet or surge protector. WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an incompat...
Page 9 - Connect the Network Cable
7 Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Laptop Connect the Network Cable (Optional) To use a wired network connection, connect the network cable.
Page 10 - Press the Power Button
8 Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Laptop Press the Power Button
Page 11 - Enable or Disable Wireless
9 Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Laptop Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional) To enable wireless: Turn on your computer. 1. Double-click the 2. icon on the system tray or press <F2>. The Wireless Enable/Disable dialog box appears.Select the option(s) you want to enable: 3. Enable Bluetooth – Enable...
Page 12 - Ubuntu
10 Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Laptop Ubuntu ® Setup Your Dell computer is preconfigured with the Ubuntu operating system if you requested for Ubuntu while ordering your computer. See the Ubuntu Quick Start Guide that shipped with your computer for more operating system specific information. Microsoft...
Page 15 - Set Up the TV Tuner (Availability
13 Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Laptop 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, continu...
Page 16 - Right Side Features
INSPIRON 14 Using Your Inspiron ™ Laptop Your Inspiron Mini 10 has indicators and buttons that provide information and enable you to perform common tasks. The connectors on your computer provide the option of attaching additional devices. Right Side Features 5 4 3 2 1 6 5 4 3 2 1 6
Page 18 - Left Side Features
16 Using Your Inspiron™ Laptop Left Side Features 5 4 3 2 1
Page 20 - Computer Base and Keyboard
18 Using Your Inspiron™ Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features 4 3 2 1
Page 22 - Touch Pad Gestures; Scroll; Flick
20 Using Your Inspiron™ Laptop Touch Pad Gestures Scroll Allows you to scroll through content. The scroll feature includes: Pan – Allows you to move the focus on the selected object when the entire object is not visible. Move two fingers in the desired direction to pan scroll the selected object. Au...
Page 23 - Zoom; Rotate; Desktop
21 Using Your Inspiron™ Laptop Zoom Allows you to increase or decrease the magnification of the screen content. The zoom feature includes: Pinch – Allows you to zoom in or zoom out by moving two fingers apart or bringing them closer together on the touch pad. To zoom in : Move two fingers apart to e...
Page 24 - Setting the Touch Pad Sensitivity
22 Using Your Inspiron™ Laptop Setting the Touch Pad Sensitivity The palm tracking feature allows you to set the touch pad sensitivity, and is useful in preventing unwanted pointer movement while typing.To set the touch pad sensitivity: Click 1. Start → Control Panel → Mouse and select the Elantech ...
Page 25 - Display Features
23 Using Your Inspiron™ Laptop Display Features 4 3 2 1 1 Microphone – Provides quality sound for audio chatting and voice recording. 3 Camera – Built-in camera for video capture, conferencing, and chat. 2 C amera activity light – Indicates if the camera is on or off. 4 Display – Your display can va...
Page 26 - Removing and Replacing the Battery
24 Using Your Inspiron™ Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. This computer should only use a battery purchased from Dell. Do not use batteries from other computers.WARNING: Before removing the battery, shut down ...
Page 27 - Software Features
25 Using Your Inspiron™ Laptop To remove the battery: Shut down the computer and turn it over. 1. Slide the battery lock latch until it clicks 2. into place.Slide the battery release latch to unlock 3. position.Pull the battery up and out of the battery bay. 4. To replace the battery, slide it into ...
Page 29 - Network Problems; Solving Problems
27 INSPIRON WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com for advanced service instructions. Network Problems Wireless ConnectionsIf the wireless network connection is lost The wireless router is offli...
Page 30 - Power Problems
28 Solving Problems The link integrity light on the integrated network connector lets you verify that your connection is working and provides information on the status: Green — A good connection exists between • a 10-Mbps network and the computer. Orange — A good connection exists between • a 100-Mb...
Page 31 - Memory Problems
29 Solving Problems If the power light is blinking amber — A device might be malfunctioning or the battery charge is low. If the computer is receiving electrical power, • then a device might be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed.If the battery charge is low, connect the • computer to the AC ada...
Page 32 - Lockups and Software Problems
30 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. ...
Page 34 - Using Support Tools
INSPIRON 32 NOTE: The instructions in this section are for computers with Windows Vista operating system installed. Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center helps you find the service, support, and system-specific information you need. For more information about Dell Support Center and available ...
Page 35 - System Messages
33 Using Support Tools System Messages If your computer has an issue or 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 the...
Page 37 - Dell Diagnostics
35 Using Support Tools Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in “Lockups and Software Problems” on page 30 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 49) for technical assistance.It is recommended that you print t...
Page 39 - Restoring Your Operating System
37 INSPIRON 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.Dell • Factory Image Rest...
Page 41 - Using Dell
39 Restoring Your Operating System Undoing the Last System Restore in Windows XP 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 → All...
Page 43 - Dell Factory Image Restore
41 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...
Page 44 - Operating System Reinstallation
42 Restoring Your Operating System NOTE: Depending upon your configuration, you may need to select Dell Factory Tools , then Dell Factory Image Restore . Click 7. Next . The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears. NOTE: If you do not want to proceed with Factory Image Restore, click Cancel . Select th...
Page 46 - Getting Help
INSPIRON 44 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. 27 for information and procedures that pertain to the problem your computer is experiencing.See “Dell Diagnostics” on page 2. 3...
Page 47 - Technical Support and Customer
45 Getting Help Technical Support and Customer Service Dell’s support service is available to answer your questions about Dell hardware. Our support staff use computer-based diagnostics to provide fast, accurate answers.To contact Dell’s support service, see “Before You Call” on page 48 and then see...
Page 48 - Automated Order-Status Service
46 Getting Help Dell Support e-mail addresses [email protected] • [email protected] • [email protected] • (Latin America and Caribbean countries only) [email protected] • (Asian/Pacific countries only) Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail addresses [email protected] • (Asian/Pacific countries only) [emai...
Page 49 - Returning Items for Repair Under
47 Getting Help Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Prepare all items being returned, whether for repair or credit, as follows: Call Dell to obtain a Return Material 1. Authorization Number, and write it clearly and prominently on the outside of the box. NOTE: For the telephone n...
Page 50 - Before You Call
48 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 (located on the back or bottom of your computer). Remember to fill out the ...
Page 51 - Contacting Dell
49 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 ...
Page 52 - Finding More Information and Resources
INSPIRON 50 Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See: reinstall your operating system. the Operating System media. run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall desktop system software, or update drivers for your computer, and readme files. the Drivers and Utilities media. ...
Page 54 - Specifications
INSPIRON 52 Specifications System Model Dell ™ Inspiron ™ Mini 10 This section provides information that you may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start...
Page 62 - Index
INSPIRON 60 A AC adapter size and weight 57, 58 airflow, allowing 5 B backups creating 26 C calling Dell 48 chipset 53 computer, setting up 5connect(ing) to the Internet 10 conserving energy 26 Contacting Dell online 49 customer service 45 customizing your energy settings 26 D damage, avoiding 5 dat...
