Dell Inspiron 14 (M4010, Mid 2010)- User 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 the Operating System Your Dell computer is preconfigured with the operating system you selected at the time of purchase. Set Up Microsoft Windows To set up Microsoft ® Windows ® for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. These steps are mandat...

10 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create a system recovery media as soon as you set up Microsoft Windows. The system recovery media can be used to restore your computer to the operating state it was in when you purchased th...

14 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 at www.dell.co...

15 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Setting Up a Wireless Connection NOTE: To set up your wireless router, see the documentation that shipped with your router. Before you can use your wireless Internet connection, you need to connect to your wireless router. To set up your connection to a wireless ro...

16 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...

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

20 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Left View Features 1 2 3 4 5 6

22 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Front View Features 1 2 3 4 5

24 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Status Lights and Indicators Battery Status Light Indicator light status Computer state(s) Battery charge level AC adapter solid white on/standby/off/ hibernate <=98% off on/standby/off/ hibernate >98% Battery solid amber on/standby <=10% off on/standby/off/ hi...

25 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Power Indicator Light Indicator light status Computer state(s) solid whitebreathing whiteoff onstandbyoff/hibernate NOTE: For information on power problems, see “Power Problems” on page 43.

26 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features 3 4 1 2

28 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Touch Pad Gestures 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: To zoom out: Move a finger up in the zoom zone (extreme left of the touch pad). Mov...

29 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Scroll Circular scroll — Allows you to scroll up or down, and right or left. To scroll up or down: To scroll right or left: Move a finger in the vertical scroll zone (extreme right of the touch pad), in a clockwise circular motion to scroll up or counterclockwise circul...

30 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Multimedia Control Keys The multimedia control keys are located on the function key row on the keyboard. To use the multimedia controls, press the required key. You can configure the multimedia control keys on the keyboard using the System Setup (BIOS) Utility or the Wi...

32 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Using the Optical Drive CAUTION: Do not press down on the optical drive tray when you open or close it. Keep the optical drive tray closed when you are not using the drive.CAUTION: Do not move the computer while playing or recording a disc. This optical drive plays or r...

34 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Display Features 1 2 3

36 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...

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

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 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online may not be available in all regions. NOTE: A broadband connection is recommended for fast upload/download speeds. Dell DataSafe Online is an automated backup and recovery service that helps protect your data and oth...

41 This section provides troubleshooting information for your computer. If you cannot solve your problem using the following guidelines, see “Using Support Tools” on page 48 or “Contacting Dell” on page 72. WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. See the Service Man...

42 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. Ensure that wireless is enabled on your • computer (see “Enable or Disable Wireless” on page 12).Check your wireless ro...

43 Solving Problems Power Problems If the power indicator light is off — The computer is turned off, in hibernate mode, or not receiving power. Press the power button. The computer • resumes normal operation if it is off or in hibernate mode.Reseat the AC adapter into both the power • connector on t...

44 Solving Problems 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 72). If you encounter interference that hinders reception on your computer — An unwanted signal ...

45 Solving Problems If you experience other memory problems — Run the Dell Diagnostics (see “Dell • Diagnostics” on page 52).If the problem persists, contact Dell (see • “Contacting Dell” on page 72). Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up — Ensure that the AC adapter is fir...

48 Dell Support Center All the support you need – one convenient location. The Dell Support Center provides system alerts, performance improvement offers, system information, and links to other Dell tools and diagnostic services.To launch the application, click Start → All Programs → Dell → Dell Sup...

49 Using Support Tools Detailed System Information — View detailed information about your hardware and operating system configurations; access copies of your service contracts, warranty information, and warranty renewal options. Get Help — View Dell Technical Support options, Customer Support, Tours...

50 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 that is displayed is not listed in the following examples, see the documentation for eithe...

52 Using Support Tools Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in “Lockups and Software Problems” on page 45 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance. It is recommended that you print these procedures before you begin. ...

56 You can restore the operating system on your computer using any of the following options: CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore or the Operating System disc permanently deletes all data files on your computer. If possible, backup your data files before using these options. Option Use System R...

57 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 ...

58 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 search box...

59 Restoring Your Operating System You can use Dell DataSafe Local Backup to restore your hard drive to the operating state it was in when you purchased your computer, while preserving the data files.Dell DataSafe Local Backup allows you to: Backup and restore your computer to an • earlier operating...

61 Restoring Your Operating System System Recovery Media CAUTION: Although the system recovery media is designed to preserve the data files on your computer, it is recommended that you backup your data files before using the system recovery media. You can use the system recovery media, created using...

62 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...

63 Restoring Your Operating System Starting Dell Factory Image Restore Turn on the computer. 1. When the DELL 2. ™ logo appears, press <F8> several times to access the Advanced Boot Options window. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see...

64 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. 41 for information and procedures that pertain to the problem your computer is experiencing.See the 2. Dell Technology Guide on your har...

65 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 70 and then see...

66 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...

67 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. If you have a ...

68 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 and on any other storage device in the product. Remove any ...

70 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 o...

72 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 ...

74 Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See: reinstall your operating system “System Recovery Media” on page 61 run a diagnostic program for your computer “Dell Diagnostics” on page 52 reinstall laptop system software “My Dell Downloads” on page 49 find more information about the M...

76 Computer Model Dell ™ Inspiron ™ M4010 Memory Memory module connector two user‑accessible SODIMM connectors Memory module capacities 1 GB and 2 GB Memory type 1333 MHz SODIMM DDR3 Memory Minimum memory 1 GB (Ubuntu only)2 GB Maximum memory 4 GB Possible memory configurations 1 GB (Ubuntu only), 2...

77 Specifications Processor Type AMD Phenom ™ II AMD Athlon ™ II AMD Turion ™ II System Chipset Type AMD ™ M880G + SB820M Video UMA Video controller AMD ATI Mobility Radeon ™ HD 4250 Video memory up to 3067 MB of shared memory Video Discrete Video controller AMD ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5430AMD ATI Mo...

78 Specifications Connectors Media Card Reader one 5‑in‑1 slot Video one 15‑hole connector Media Card Reader Cards supported Secure Digital (SD) memory cardSecure Digital High Capacity (SDHC)Memory StickMemory Stick PROMultiMedia Card (MMC)MultiMedia Card plus (MMC+) Communications Modem (optional) ...

79 Specifications Camera Pixel 0.3 megapixel Video resolution 640 x 480 at 30 fps (maximum) Keyboard Number of keys 86 (U.S. and Canada); 87 (Europe); 90 (Japan); 87 (Brazil) Display Type 14.0” HD WLED TrueLife Dimensions Height 173.95 mm (6.85 inches) Width 309.40 mm (12.18 inches) Diagonal 355.60 ...

80 Specifications Touch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) 240 cpi Size Width 90.00 mm (3.54 inches) sensor‑active area Height 46.00 mm (1.81 inches) rectangle Battery 6‑cell lithium ion Height 20.20 mm (0.80 inches) Width 208.36 mm (8.20 inches) Depth 56.52 mm (2.22 inches) Weight 0....

81 Specifications AC Adapter NOTE: Use only AC adapters specified for use with your computer. See the safety information that shipped with your computer. Input voltage 100–240 VAC Input current 1.5 A/1.6 A/1.7 A Input frequency 50–60 Hz Output power 65 W or 90 W Output current 65 W 4.43 A (maximum a...

82 Specifications Computer Environment Temperature range Operating 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) Storage –40° to 65°C (–40° to 149°F) Relative humidity (maximum) Operating 10% to 90% (noncondensing) Storage 5% to 95% (noncondensing) Maximum vibration (using a random vibration spectrum that simulates user...

83 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...

84 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...

85 A airflow, allowing 5 C calling Dell 70 CDs, playing and creating 38 computer capabilities 38 computer, setting up 5 Contacting Dell online 72 customer service 65 D damage, avoiding 5 DellConnect 65 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 40 Dell Diagnostics 52 Dell Support Center 48 Diagnostic Checklist 71 ...